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Lindy CPU SWITCH User's Manual

1. English Guide Page 13 To restore lost mouse movement on a CPU connected to the LINDY CPU Switch 1 Select the CPU that has lost its mouse movement 2 Press the select key on the front of the LINDY CPU Switch for 5 seconds until C is displayed You are now in configure mode 3 To restore a PS 2 mouse connection press EJS lt ENTER gt Or to restore an IntelliMouse connection press Eje lt ENTER gt 4 Exit from configure mode by typing E lt ENTER gt 5 Test the mouse movement by moving the mouse a short distance F5 Restore PS 2 mouse function F6 Restore IntelliMouse function Page 14 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD 3 Using the LINDY CPU Switch This section explains the general operation of the LINDY CPU Switch We recommend that you read this section before starting to use the product 3 1 Poweron status At power on the LINDY CPU Switch selects PC number 1 and displays 1 If a password has been set then P will be displayed and the LINDY CPU Switch will remain locked until a valid password is entered The 16 port model is also fitted with a power indicator 3 2 Status lights 4 OSD 8 OSD amp 16 OSD Versions only The green CPU status lights 1 16 show the on off status of the connected CPUs This status is derived from the CPU keyboard connection and operates even when the LINDY CPU Switch is powered off The red status lights A and B show the activity
2. 27 4 5 Timeout setting for switching between the local and remote keyboard mouse ports A and B If you are controlling the LINDY CPU Switch from two locations then you will have connected keyboards monitors and mice to the local and remote ports A and B The LINDY CPU Switch will accept keyboard and mouse data from either location and the video is duplicated on both monitors Only one of the ports may be used at a time The other port is automatically disabled although the video continues to be displayed This port is re enabled for keyboard and mouse data when there has been no activity from the currently active port for the switchover timeout period This timeout period is selectable from 2 seconds to 10 minutes using the S options in configure mode as follows CPU CPU CPU CONFIGURATION DESCRIPTION 40SD 80SD 160SD 2 seconds of inactivity before allowing switchover between A amp B ports default Yes Yes Yes 5 seconds of inactivity before allowing switchover between A amp B ports 10 seconds of inactivity before allowing switchover between A amp B ports 30 seconds of inactivity before allowing switchover between A amp B ports 1 minute of inactivity before allowing switchover between A amp B ports 5 minutes of inactivity before allowing switchover between A amp B ports 10 minutes of inactivity before allowing switchover between A amp B ports 4 6 Mouse mode and mouse switching of channels A three
3. 8 OSD models or 0305 CPU 16 OSD model Units can be cascaded three levels deep Now press lt ENTER gt again to complete the entry and store it in the menu memory Note that you can add another Computer to the menu list at any time If you just use the lt INSERT gt key the entry will be placed after the current line To place an entry before the current line use lt SHIFT gt and lt INSERT gt together then edit the new name as already described Deleting a computer from the menu list With the menu visible on the screen highlight the computer to be deleted and press the lt DELETE gt key To confirm deletion press lt ENTER gt To abandon deletion press lt ESC gt Editing a computer on the menu list With the menu visible on the screen highlight the computer to be edited and press the lt SHIFT gt and lt DELETE gt keys together Type in the new Computer name and port then press lt ENTER gt To abandon editing press lt ESC gt Selecting a computer on the menu list With the menu visible on the screen highlight the computer to be selected using the cursor f or lt PAGEUP gt lt PAGEDOWN gt keys as required Press the lt ENTER gt key to switch to the highlighted computer LINDY CPU Switch has an advanced connection confirmation facility which is particularly useful in systems where many computers are displaying the same or very similar video The selected computer name and port number will briefly flash up on t
4. LINDY CPU Switch s EEPROM memory and are retained when the power is disconnected The options may be changed whilst the LINDY CPU Switch is in configure mode You may enter configure mode at initial power on or whilst the LINDY CPU Switch is running To enter configure mode at power on switch off all the attached PCs and the LINDY CPU Switch Hold down the SELECT key whilst powering on the LINDY CPU Switch Do not release the key until the LINDY CPU Switch displays C to show that it has entered configure mode To enter configure mode whilst the LINDY CPU Switch is running hold down the SELECT key for 5 seconds until the front panel display shows C Options are entered by typing a letter followed by a number followed by lt ENTER gt Use lt ESC gt to abort the entry of an option The LINDY CPU Switch will remain in configure mode until you type EJ lt ENTER gt For example to set hotkey option 2 type the following at the C prompt at LINDY CPU Switch C prompt HJ 2 lt ENTER gt To exit configure mode type EJ lt ENTER gt 4 1Screen saver time delay LINDY CPU Switch contains a programmable screen saver which will blank the display after the set time delay with no keyboard or mouse activity Simply typing at the keyboard or moving the mouse will re enable the display The display will flash whilst the LINDY CPU Switch is in screen save mode CPU CPU CPU CPU CPU KEYS CONFIGURATION DESCRIPTION 40SD 80SD 160SD BI Scree
5. OSD Switch OSD Switch Switch Switch Power supply suitable Power supply suitable Power supply suitable Power supply suitable Power supply suitable 6 x stick on self 6 x stick on self 2 x mounting brackets 2 x mounting brackets for your country This installation guide 6 x stick on self adhesive rubber feet 2 x mounting brackets for fixing the unit into a for fixing the unit into a for fixing the unit into a 19 inch rack 19 inch rack 19 inch rack 6 x screws for fixing 4 x screws for fixing 4 x screws for fixing mounting brackets to mounting brackets to mounting brackets to the LINDY CPU Switch the LINDY CPU Switch the LINDY CPU Switch Page 4 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD 1 3 Productinformation Key for changing channels and entering configuration mode Power supply connector Connections for Keyboard and mouse 5v DC 500mA PC video outputs connections for A PCs 1 and2 Display Shared keyboard connection Shared mouse connection Shared monitor connection Figure 1 LINDY CPU Switch 2 port version supporting 2 PCs Key for changing channels and entering configuration mode Power supply connector Connections for Keyboard and mouse 5v DC 500mA PC video outputs connections for A PCs 1 and 2 KR Display Shared keyboard connection Shared connection 9 Keyboard and mouse Remote controller and Share
6. Server B Fred s PC On screen menu CPU 16 OSD Port numbers are entered as double digits with leading zeros where required LINDY CPU Switch can conveniently select a computer using the integral On Screen Menu control The menu is called up by pressing the two HOTKEYs and M When the menu is first called up there will be no named computers listed You must first enter the names and port numbers for computers which are to be selected from the menu Adding a computer to the menu list With the menu visible on the screen press the lt INSERT gt key This will cause a new Computer entry field to be inserted on the menu This is highlighted in red with a flashing cursor to indicate the text entry position Type in a name up to 16 characters long You can use upper lower case special and space characters When completed press the lt ENTER gt key The red highlighted area now moves into the Port entry field and you can enter the port number for the named Computer Port numbers are specified using single digits on the CPU 4 OSD and 8 OSD models and double Page 20 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD digits on the CPU 16 OSD model adding a leading 0 if necessary If you are using cascaded LINDY CPU Switches the cascade routing will need to be entered see section 3 10 for more details To specify port 5 on a LINDY CPU Switch that is cascaded off port 3 you would enter port number 35 CPU 4 OSD amp CPU
7. button PS 2 mouse can be used to switch channels on the LINDY CPU Switch by default To switch to the next channel the user simply holds down the central button or wheel button and presses the left hand button to change channel If the user does not wish to take advantage of this feature it can be disabled by selecting U2 U3 or U5 If the third button is being used to switch the LINDY CPU Switch then it is not available for use with PC software Consequently in modes U1 U2 and U4 the LINDY CPU Switch reports to the PCs that a 2 button mouse is connected If you wish to use the full function of a 3 button mouse or IntelliMouse for your PC software then you should select option U3 or U5 The LINDY CPU Switch supports Internet Mice that are compatible with the Microsoft IntelliMouse These are fitted with a wheel or other scroll control and sometimes have additional buttons Examples are Microsoft IntelliMouse Genius NetMouse Logitech Pilot Mouse Genius NetMouse Pro Logitech MouseMan Page 28 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Standard PS 2 and IntelliMouse compatible mice can be connected to control ports A and B in any combination You may configure your CPUs using Microsoft PS 2 or IntelliMouse drivers in any combination as required The IntelliMouse features are supported on both PS 2 and RS232 CPU connections When using PS 2 CPU connections the LINDY CPU Switch will automatically configure it
8. changing Display shows channels and status and mouse Red lights show entering configure keyboard data currently active mode activity lt control port A or Key for B selecting auto scan Aa 14 2 BREIN PpO aa ma a im ee c lt 2 a A pY A lt Pas Both keys together used to lock LINDY Green lights ie ela reset show the on off Power Fixing points for kevboards and mice status of connected indicator 19 inch rack if pressed together for CPUs 1 16 mounting more than 5 seconds brackets Fixing pomt for Control ports A and B plastic Clip used for connecting i Clip may be keyboards monitors i cit i ri e animiige to computers Computer video connection to avoid accidental disconnection eli 15m Pa Power connection Expansion port used used for RS232 Control port Y control ofthe monitor Control port Control port LINDY CPU connection mouse keyboard Switch connection connection Computer Computer mouse keyboard connection connection Figure 6 LINDY CPU 16 OSD Switch Front amp Rear views 16 port version supporting 16 PCs Page 8 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD 2 2 1 Installation What you will need Cables to connect the LINDY CPU Switch to each of your PC keyboard video and mouse ports Cable specifications are given in appendix B You do not need to connect a mouse cable if you are not usin
9. equipment does not exceed the class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de la classe A prescrites dans le r glement sur le brouillage radio lectriques publi par le minist re des Communications du Canada LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Contents 1 Introduction SIAE O O TO 4 1 2 Package conienis plain alia 4 1 3 Product information asia dA 5 2 Installation 2 1 What you will need scrl hills halls ala ns ec loa a 9 2 2 Mounting the LINDY CPU Switch Lor eaa 10 2 3 Connecting your devices aironi aio 10 2 4 Configuring your PCS lire nn nnnnnt 11 2 5 Other useful installation information 11 2 6 Re enabling a disconnected PS 2 MOUSE 12 2 7 Hot plugging the LINDY CPU Switch into running systems and 13 re enabling disconnected CPU PS 2 mouse connections 3 Using the LINDY CPU Switch Bell POWCICONESIAMI S a a a aa T Dibuda ie lalate stiche ila atea 15 die Slalusliglhisacrsa nia ee Gok ho eee ee leda etl aa dii 15 3 3 Front panel keys and remote Controller 16 3 4 Status display ARE RANE RR ERA 17 3 5 Using the dual control ports A and B 17 3 6 Keyboard hotkey conlfol xasrsn ipa ennio eran teases 18
10. port is currently disabled Once there has been no keyboard or mouse data on the active control port for the timeout period the other keyboard can be used Once activity is detected then this new port becomes the active port and the other port is disabled The currently active port is indicated on the front panel If neither the A or B lights are on then either control port may be used LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use English Guide Page 17 3 6 Keyboard hotkey control LINDY CPU Switch can be conveniently controlled by selecting channel autoscan mode or security locking from the keyboard All of the hotkey control commands are invoked by holding down the two hotkeys and then pressing a command key By default the two hotkeys are ctr and An although other combinations can be selected by reconfiguring the hotkeys see section 4 7 Once the hotkey command has been activated you will need to release the hotkeys and the command key before a new hotkey command is accepted by the LINDY CPU Switch HOTKEYs Tab is an exception and this allows you to tab through the ports by holding down the hotkeys and repeatedly pressing Tab The hotkey command are summarised below note that the numbers on the numeric keypad do not form part of a valid hotkey Hotkey Sequence CPU 16 OSD CPU8OSD CPU40SD CPU 4 CPU 2 Homers 0 HOMES sa Ci EE A AES ire dl e Li e ARE Se SS eee e a ore STI Ti eee ia We
11. status of the local and remote keyboard monitor mouse control ports When port A is active port B is disabled and vice versa A port becomes active and the associated light comes on when keyboard or mouse data activity has been detected When no keyboard or mouse data has been detected for the timeout period see section 4 4 the port becomes inactive the light goes out and the other port can then be used LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use English Guide Page 15 3 3 Front panel keys and remote controller LINDY CPU 2 KEY SELECT key LINDY CPU 4 LINDY CPU 4 OSD LINDY LINDY CPU80SD CPU 16 OSD The SELECT key is used to select which channel is currently controlled by the shared keyboard mouse and monitor ports It is also used to enter configuration mode see section 4 Pressing the key during normal operation will cause the next channel to be selected Cycle around Cycle around Cycle around ports 1 amp 2 Not compatible AUTO key Not compatible AUTO and SELECT keys pressed together Lock function Not compatible AUTO and SELECT keys pressed together for 5 seconds keyboard and mouse reset function Not compatible Page 16 Installation amp Use English Guide Cycle around ports 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 amp 8 Cycle around ports 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 amp 16 Not compatible ports 1 2 3 amp 4 ports 1 2 3 amp 4 An optional remot
12. 3 7 On screen Men Control alte elica i ae na ee 20 Ore else conio nero Ae E A E E E T 22 Bel RS2SL COMTO anaiena E E E A E 22 3 10 LINDY CPU Switch Remote control 22 3 11 Cascading LINDY CPU Switches iaia 22 4 LINDY CPU Switch configuration options 4 1 Screen Saveriime delay wana le lb aac aaa 25 AD Display Options saii e oi oa 26 4 3 Display appearance Options 26 4 4 Autoscan lock on mode and delay time 27 4 5 Timeout setting for switching between local and remote ports 28 4 6 Mouse swilehingiof chann els crne ina ana ii iaia ieri 28 4 7 Keyboard hotkey combination sini pira aa llaipiiulne 29 4 8 Firmware functions reset and version query i 30 4 9 Setting a security password i 31 4 10 Exitconfigure mode sahariana 31 Appendices A LINDY CPU Switch Configuration Options Summary 32 B Cable and connector specificalionNs 1 cpaare his 34 C Problem soVingas anatra 36 LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use English Guide Page 3 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the LINDY CPU Switch Your LINDY CPU Switch is a high performance keyboard monitor and mouse sharing device which supports a wide range of PC hardware and software platforms 1 1 KeyFeatures Key Features of LINDY CPU Switch CPU SEU CRU PSP CRU 2 4 4 8 16 OSD OSD OSD Control multiple PCs from a single keyboard mon
13. About this manual LINDY CPU Switch Installation and Use Second Edition May 1998 LINDY CPU 2 Switch Part No 32 252 LINDY CPU 4 Switch Part No 32 253 LINDY CPU 4 OSD Switch Part No 32 259 LINDY CPU 8 OSD Switch Part No 32 257 LINDY CPU 16 OSD Switch Part No 32 258 1998 LINDY Electronics Ltd All rights reserved Whilst every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual LINDY Electronics Ltd assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein We reserve the right to change the specifications functions and circuitry of the product without notice All trademarks acknowledged Safety information e For use in dry oil free indoor environments only e Warning live parts contained within power adapter e Nouser serviceable parts within power adapter do not dismantle e Plug the power adapter into a socket outlet close to the LINDY CPU Switch e Do not use power adapter if power adapter case becomes damaged cracked or broken or if you suspect that it is not operating properly Warranty LINDY Electronics Ltd warrants that this product shall be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of original purchase If the product should fail to operate correctly in normal use during the warranty period LINDY will replace or repair it free of charge No li
14. Mouse mode to PCs Sets password see section 4 8 for instructions Exits configure mode amp returns the LINDY CPU Switch to normal operation mode Installation amp Use English Guide Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes CPU Yes Yes Yes No No No No No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes CPU 4 OSD CPU 8 OSD CPU 16 OSD Yes Page 33 Appendix B Cable and connector specifications IMPORTANT NOTE The maximum cable lengths supported vary widely between devices and cables It may be possible to use cables that are longer than those specified below with certain PCs and peripherals but this cannot be guaranteed If you experience problems try using shorter cables CABLE CONNECTION CABLE SPECIFICATION Keyboard monitor and All of the shared devices plug directly into the relevant ports mouse to LINDY CPU at the rear of the LINDY CPU Switch If you use an AT style Switch keyboard you will need an AT 5 pin DIN female to PS 2 6 pin mini DIN male converter Keyboard monitor and mouse extension cables can be used to increase the distance from LINDY CPU Switch up to 10m Most keyboards and mice will also operate at distances of 20 metres LINDY CPU Switch to PCs 15 pin high density male D connector to 15 pin high density 1to 16 male D connector wired as a standard VGA PC to monitor Video cable There are two type
15. NDY CPU Switch Remote control IMPORTANT NOTE The remote control is only supported on the LINDY CPU 4 4 OSD amp 8 OSD Switches This small remote control device see figure 5 duplicates the LED and SELECT key off the front of the LINDY CPU Switch to provide a remote means of switching channels The status display shows the channel selected and mouse keyboard and data activity 3 11 Cascading LINDY CPU Switches Any number of LINDY CPU Switches can be connected together to expand the number of connected computers This can be particularly useful where clusters of computers are located some distance from each other because each unit acts as data booster and can each be up to 30 metres away from the next LINDY CPU Switch The channel can be selected on remote LINDY CPU Switch units using an extension of the HOTKEY control function or using the On Screen Menu which will store over 300 names The On Screen Menu is recommended for selecting computers on cascaded LINDY CPU Switches as this avoids the need to use long hotkey sequences that may be hard to remember When using the On Screen Menu limit the cascade depth to three levels the maximum number of port digits that can be added to the menu Page 22 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD For example consider a situation where two LINDY CPU Switch units are connected together as shown in figures 7 and 8 To connect to the computer attached to port 3 on LINDY CPU
16. Switch B the user would hold down the hotkey keys then press 2 followed by 3 whilst keeping the hotkey keys pressed This will have the effect of connecting to port 3 of the LINDY CPU Switch which is connected into port 2 of the first LINDY CPU Switch unit A Note if you are cascading 16 port models then you will need to type a leading 0 before all single digit port numbers For example to connect to port 3 on the LINDY CPU Switch cascaded off port 2 of your first LINDY CPU Switch use press press om J _ar J 2 release e 8 release sJ cw Jar For example to connect to port 14 on the LINDY CPU 16 OSD Switch cascaded off port 1 of your first LINDY CPU 16 OSD Switch use press press press press ct ff at J 0 release o 1 release Li a release io a release Laf onj a LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use English Guide Page 23 LINDY CPU 1 2 Switch B LINDY CPU 1 Switch A LINDY CPU 1 2 32 Switch B i Sey 9 LINDY CPU 2 Switch A 1 7 8s Copen Figure 8 A typical cascade of two LINDY CPU Switches CPU 8 OSD versions Page 24 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD 4 LINDY CPU Switch configuration options The LINDY CPU Switch is supplied pre configured with factory defaults which are suitable for most applications There are a number of more advanced features and functions which can be set by the user These are stored in the
17. U Switch has been locked P will be displayed until a valid password has been typed to unlock the unit Data flow from the mouse or keyboard causes the dot to flash DISPLAY SHOWS MEANING Channel number m displayed and dot in l lower right hand corner Activity on keyboard flashes 0 indicates I or mouse LINDY CPU Switch is disabled Illuminated segment IM Auto scan mode shifts clockwise with scanning from channel port number shown I I to channel at rate as after each scan round eel programmed by user P prompt Locked mode waiting nil for password to be entered i m LINDY CPU Switch is in Display flashes screen save mode keyboard port number 1 mouse or keypad activity IR will re enable the video 3 5 Using the dual control ports A and B OSD versions only The LINDY CPU Switch is fitted with two control ports A and B Each control port has a keyboard mouse and monitor connection Either control port may be used to access the LINDY CPU Switch Typically port A may be used for local access and port B for remote access up to 20 metres away The video picture is duplicated on both ports and the LINDY CPU Switch will accept keyboard and mouse data from one control port at a time Whilst the other port is active the lt NUM LOCK gt lt CAPS LOCK gt and lt SCROLL LOCK gt keys on the inactive control port s keyboard will flash indicating that the
18. ability can be accepted for damage due to misuse or circumstances outside LINDY s control Also LINDY will not be responsible for any loss damage or injury arising directly or indirectly from the use of this product LINDY s total liability under the terms of this warranty shall in all circumstances be limited to the replacement value of this product If any difficulty is experienced in the installation or use of this product that you are unable to resolve please contact your supplier LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use English Guide Page 1 Radio Frequency Energy Shielded cables must be used with this equipment to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances European EMC directive 89 336 EEC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B computing device in accordance with the specifications in the European standard EN55022 These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception However there is no guarantee that harmful interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception wh
19. actory default states by typing F8 Use options F5 and F6 to restore mouse function on disconnected PS 2 CPU mouse connections See section 2 7 for full details CPU CPU CPU CPU 4 40SD 80SD 160SD Yes Yes Yes KEYS CONFIGURATION DESCRIPTION Display firmware first digit Display firmware second digit Display firmware third digit Restore PS 2 mouse function to the currently selected CPU s mouse port Yes Yes Yes Restore IntelliMouse function to the currently selected CPU s mouse port RESET all configurations to factory default settings An r will show briefly on Yes Y the display to confirm that the reset has been completed Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes D v Page 30 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD 4 9 Settinga security password There are many situations where unrestricted access to corporate file servers or sensitive information needs to be controlled In such circumstances the LINDY CPU Switch can be locked away in a room or secure cabinet and controlled remotely In this mode typing the keyboard hotkeys together with 0 will blank the screen disconnect the keyboard and mouse from all of the computers and display P on the LINDY CPU Switch display Control can only be regained by typing the correct password on the keyboard To set the password in configure mode first type P then lt ENTER gt The display on the LINDY CPU Swit
20. ands Serial mice types are selected by using an adapter as described in Appendix B This adapter is the same as is shipped with Microsoft auto sensing mice The LINDY CPU Switch will operate without a mouse connected if you do not wish to use one LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use English Guide Page 9 2 2 Mounting the LINDY CPU Switch LINDY CPU 2 amp 4 Switches LINDY CPU 4 OSD 8 OSD amp 16 OSD Switches The LINDY CPU Switch has been The LINDY CPU Switch has been designed to be used designed to be used either ona either on a desktop or mounted in a 19 inch rack If the desktop or mounted close to the LINDY CPU Switch is to be used on a desktop then you computer system boxes which it is will need to stick the supplied self adhesive rubber feet serving If the LINDY CPU Switch is to the underside of the LINDY CPU Switch If the LINDY mounted away from the desktop you CPU Switch is to be mounted in a 19 inch rack then you may find the optional remote control will need to fit the rack mounting brackets to the side of keypad display unit a useful the LINDY CPU Switch Do this using the brackets and accessory not for use with 2 port screws provided version 2 3 Connecting your devices Ensure that the power is disconnected from the LINDY CPU Switch and all devices which are to be attached LINDY CPU 2 amp 4 Switches LINDY CPU 4 OSD 8 OSD amp 16 OSD Switches Connect the shared keyboard Connect the shared
21. ch locks on to every port during autoscanning Ls LINDY CPU Switch powers on in autoscan mode amp locks on to active ports only Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes jj LINDY CPU Switch powers on in autoscan mode and locks on to all ports Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes yj 2 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port default Je 5 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes E 7 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Ja 10 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes hs 15 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes le 20 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes oz 30 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes ths 60 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes NOTE Autoscan mode is ended simply by selecting a fixed channel using the on screen menu the keypad the keyboard hotkeys or the mouse Many modern monitors are fitted with automatic power save relays and will switch off after a few seconds if connected to an inactive PC If you are using such a monitor you must not use the L2 feature Constant switching on and off of your monitor s relay will eventually damage your monitor LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use English Guide Page
22. ch will change to show and you can then type your password The password is not case sensitive and can be any combination of key strokes including the function keys but excluding the cn at sti and lt ENTER gt keys When you have typed in your password type lt ENTER gt to register it in the stored memory Do not worry if you type the password incorrectly you can always re enter configure mode and set the password again NOTE The password consists of a combination of key strokes rather like the code to a safe The key strokes are not case sensitive and can include all the keys on the keyboard except f and lt ENTER gt Consequently the following password would be valid HARES 4 10 Exit configure mode When you have finished configuring any special options simply type followed by lt ENTER gt to exit configure mode and return to normal operation mode The attached computers can now be switched on LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use English Guide Page 31 Appendix A LINDY CPU Switch Configuration Summary CPU CPU CPU CPU CPU 40SD 80SD 160SD Yi KEYS CONFIGURATION DESCRIPTION 2 BJ Screen saver disabled default Yes Blank screen after 1 minute of inactivity RGS Blank screen after 2 minutes of inactivity EA f4 Blank screen after 4 minutes of inactivity ka Blank screen after 8 minutes of inactivity SZ Blank screen after 12 minutes of inactivity Ne Blank screen after 16 m
23. ction to a MX11800 with the LINDY CPU serial port on the NT 4 0 unit rather than the PS 2 port Switch Windows NT 4 0 anda Select channel 0 or a port that is not connected to an NT PS 2 connection to some types 4 0 box whilst NT is booting Use the system normally of PCs once the logon screen appears LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use English Guide Page 37 Notes Page 38 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD
24. d Li SL DELI A Wed Sd SL i On T SIG el ele amp di A de de Paese Lt Se a gt i oe E de e e i 2 sei di e e dl HOTKEY A i HOTKEYS amp o Switches off the video signal and display 0 This will cause some monitors to go into standby mode or switch off The video signal can be re enabled by selecting a channel Page 18 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Hotkey Sequence CPU 4 OSD 8 OSD and 16 OSD Only HOTKEYS amp MJ Displays the on screen menu for selecting computers by name HOTKEYS amp AJ Selects autoscan mode where each channel is displayed for the selected time see section 4 4 To cancel autoscan mode simply select any fixed channel either by hotkey or using the LINDY CPU Switch button HOTKEYS amp LJ Disables the LINDY CPU Switch s shared keyboard and mouse and displays 0 The video signal is switched off If a password has not been set then the LINDY CPU Switch can be re enabled by selecting a channel If a password has been set then the LINDY CPU Switch displays P to indicate that a valid password must be entered to unlock the switch Simply type the same key combination as was set during configuration see section 4 9 then press the lt ENTER gt key Note if anyone has typed at the keyboard whilst in secure mode it will be necessary to press the lt ENTER gt key first to clear the invalid password then type the valid password followed by press
25. d monitor connections for PCs RS232 input port connection 3 and 4 Figure 2 LINDY CPU Switch 4 port version supporting 4 PCs LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use English Guide Page 5 Key for changing channels and Display shows arene configure status and mouse Red lights show Key for moge _ keyboard data currently active selecting 7 activity DA AO port A or auto scan CPU A Both keys together used to lock LINDY CPU Switch Also Green lights Fixing points for used to reset keyboards show the on off 19 inch rack and mice if pressed status of connected mounting together for more CPUs 1 4 brackets than 5 seconds Fixing point for Control ports A and B plastic clip used for connecting CPU ports 1 4 Clip may be Power keyboards monitors used to connect used toretain5V connection Nd Mice to computers Computer video power lead so as FA connection to avoid accidental disconnection Control port lt monitor connection Expansion port used for remote control Control port and other optional mouse Control port modules Also used connection keyboard for RS232 control connection of the LINDY CPU Computer Computer Switch mouse keyboard connection connection Figure 3 LINDY CPU 4 OSD Switch Front amp Rear views 4 port version supporting 4 PCs Page 6 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Key for changing channels and Display sh
26. e Ensure that you are using a Microsoft compatible mouse driver on your PC Some other manufacturers drivers may switch the mouse to use a proprietary mouse data format not supported by the LINDY CPU Switch If you have unplugged and re connected a mouse to the LINDY CPU Switch then ensure that you reset it using the mouse reset function see section 3 3 Mouse jumps around the screen If you have disconnected and re connected a CPU mouse after disconnecting the mouse cable or you have powered down the LINDY CPU Switch cable or powering down the then the mouse data format may be out of synchronisation LINDY CPU Switch with that required by the PC PS 2 or Intellimouse Try the restore Intellimouse function F6 to resolve the problem or re power the CPU LINDY CPU Switch does not Switch the LINDY CPU Switch off and leave for 10 seconds power on correctly display is Re power the LINDY CPU Switch preferably from a switch blank or stuck after power on on a wall socket rather then by plugging in the connector to the rear panel of the LINDY CPU Switch Try switching off all the connected CPUs and switching on the LINDY CPU Switch first If this action does not resolve the problem then there is a fault with the LINDY CPU Switch Mouse consistently fails to boot There are three possible solutions to this problem when using a Compag integrated Use a different mouse keyboard mouse model Connect the LINDY CPU Switch mouse conne
27. e controller is also available which replicates the SELECT key and display but can be located remotely from the LINDY CPU Switch This is particularly useful in applications where the LINDY CPU Switch is located away from the desktop The remote controller can be conveniently attached to your keyboard with a couple of Velcro strips to give instant channel information and key control The AUTO key puts the LINDY CPU Switch into auto scan mode The ports scanned and the scan time can be selected by options L and T in configure mode see section 4 4 Pressing the AUTO and SELECT keys together will cause the LINDY CPU Switch to select channel 0 and disable all video output If a security password has been set then the LINDY CPU Switch will lock display P and wait for the password to be entered before unlocking the LINDY CPU Switch After 5 seconds the LINDY CPU Switch s display will blank and power to the shared keyboards and mice will be switched off causing a complete reset of these devices After several further seconds the power will be re applied and normal operation is resumed This reset function does not reset the computer connections to the LINDY CPU Switch LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD 3 4 Status display The status display usually shows the currently selected port If autoscan mode is selected the segments will illuminate in sequence in a clockwise direction interspersed with a display of the currently selected channel If LINDY CP
28. e is plugged back in To avoid having to reboot the entire system in this situation the LINDY CPU Switch is fitted with an automatic mouse recovery system With the PS 2 mouse disconnected change the channel using the keypad or keyboard hotkeys The LINDY CPU Switch detects that the mouse has been disconnected and triggers the automatic recovery system Plug in the PS 2 mouse and the LINDY CPU Switch will re initialise it IMPORTANT NOTE LINDY CPU 4 OSD 8 OSD amp 16 OSD Switches only Alternatively you can reset the keyboards and mice by holding the SELECT and AUTO keys down together for 5 seconds A complete power off reset of the connected keyboards and mice will then be performed This function only resets the shared keyboard and mice that are plugged into ports A and B It does not affect the status of any of the other ports on the switch or the CPU connections Page 12 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD 2 7 Hot plugging the LINDY CPU Switch into running systems and re enabling disconnected CPU PS 2 mouse connections It is advisable to switch off the systems that are going to be connected to the LINDY CPU Switch before installation However if this is not possible then most systems can be hot plugged by using the LINDY CPU Switch s mouse restoration functions The keyboard connection will normally restore itself automatically On many PCs mouse movement will be lost if the PS 2 mouse is unplugged and p
29. g the mouse A monitor with a standard VGA SVGA 15 pin connector that will work when connected directly to each of your PCs LINDY CPU Switch supports low and high resolution monitors A standard AT or PS 2 style keyboard If you are using an AT keyboard with a 5 pin connector you may connect this to the LINDY CPU Switch using a standard AT to PS 2 keyboard adapter A PS 2 style two or three button Microsoft or Logitech compatible mouse or a Microsoft IntelliMouse compatible mouse If you wish to use the mouse to switch the LINDY CPU Switch s channel then you will need a three button mouse or an IntelliMouse The LINDY CPU Switch supports Internet Mice that are compatible with the Microsoft IntelliMouse These are fitted with a wheel or other scroll control and sometimes have additional buttons Examples are Microsoft IntelliMouse Logitech Pilot Mouse Logitech MouseMan Genius NetMouse and Genius NetMouse Pro A suitable mouse driver for your PCs Supported types are e PS 2 or RS232 two button mouse driver any manufacturer e Microsoft mouse driver including IntelliMouse e Logitech mouse driver including two button three button and wheel mouse Use of PS 2 and RS232 style mice with the LINDY CPU Switch All of the mouse connections from LINDY CPU Switch to PCs support either a PS 2 or an RS232 mouse LINDY CPU Switch automatically converts from the PS 2 mouse commands to RS232 serial mouse comm
30. gs requested by each of the connected PCs LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use English Guide Page 11 Mouse characteristics do not unplug a PS 2 mouse connection from a PC whilst the PC is on Due to the design of PS 2 mice communications the mouse function on the PC will be lost and you will have to re boot the PC to regain normal operation Unplugging the mouse from the LINDY CPU Switch will also cause it to stop operating when it is plugged back in RS232 mice can usually be unplugged and plugged back in provided that a mouse was connected when the operating system initially booted The LINDY CPU Switch is fitted with a PS 2 mouse recovery system which allows you to disconnect and re connect the shared mouse without powering down the system although this is generally not advisable see section 2 6 for details Keyboard and mouse mode switching The LINDY CPU Switch keeps a log of the keyboard and mouse mode and resolution settings requested by each of the connected PCs These settings are automatically restored to the shared keyboard and mouse when the LINDY CPU Switch channel is switched thus ensuring maximum software compatibility The lt NUM LOCK gt lt CAPS LOCK gt and lt SCROLL LOCK gt states are an obvious example of this process 2 6 Re enabling a disconnected PS 2 mouse If you disconnect the shared PS 2 mouse from the LINDY CPU Switch by accident during operation then the mouse operation will be lost when the mous
31. he screen to confirm the selection has been made If it is not possible to make the connection perhaps because a cascaded unit is not switched on or is in use locally the menu will flash computer unavailable until the lt ESC gt key is pressed KEY FUNCTION HOTKEYS and il INSERT lt DELETES lt ENTER gt lt ESCs lt PAGEUP gt lt PAGEDOWN gt Moves to bottom of page or down 8 lines if more than 8 present LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use English Guide Page 21 3 8 Mouse control The channels can conveniently be changed on the LINDY CPU Switch by using a three button mouse or IntelliMouse In order to switch to the next channel simply hold down the central mouse button or wheel button and click on the left hand mouse button The channel will then change 3 9 RS232 control IMPORTANT NOTE RS232 control is supported on all LINDY CPU Switches except the LINDY CPU 2 Switch LINDY CPU Switch can be controlled by a remote RS232 device To select a channel the data rate of the sending device must be set to 1200 baud 8 bits no parity and 1 stop bit No handshaking is used by the LINDY CPU Switch Simply send the character for the channel which needs to be selected for example ASCII 1 hex code 31 will select channel 1 ASCII 2 hex code 32 will select channel 2 and so on Ports 10 11 12 13 14 15 and 16 are selected by sending ASCII codes A B C D E F and G respectively 3 10 LI
32. ich can be determined by turning the equipment on and off the user is encouraged to correct the interference with one or more of the following measures a Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna b Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver c Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected d Consult the supplier or an experienced radio TV technician for help Page 2 Installation amp Use English Guide FCC Compliance Statement United States This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions may cause interference to radio communication It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of part 15 of FCC rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Canadian Department of Communications RFI statement This
33. ing lt ENTER gt again HOTKEYS amp o Selects the channel specified by number This allows ports on cascaded then number units to be selected For example hotkeys 010216 would select port 1 01 where number is 0123 45 67 onthe current LINDY CPU Switch port 2 02 on the next cascaded LINDY 8 or 9 CPU Switch and port 16 on the last LINDY CPU Switch Examples of common hotkey sequences assuming _Ct _Alt hotkey option To select channel 2 press om J _ar J 2 release 2J cw Jar To tab through channels press ctr Alt Tab release _ Tab press Tab Release Tab press Tab release Tab J cin J ar To select channel 15 on a CPU 16 OSD press Lem Jar Ji release GJ press 5 release SJ cn Jar LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use English Guide Page 19 3 7 On Screen Menu control IMPORTANT NOTE This next section dealing with the On Screen Menu control is a feature only supported on the LINDY CPU 4 OSD 8 OSD amp 16 OSD versions LINDY CPU SWITCH Port Dot shows NT Server B 356 currently Local IBM PC selected Local Compaq PC computer Web Browser Comms Server A Comms Server B Fred s PC On screen menu CPU 4 OSD amp CPU 8 OSD Port numbers are entered as single digits LINDY CPU SWITCH Computer Dot sh NT Server A 030505 Or Snows NT Server B currently Local IBM PC selected Local Compaq PC computer Web Browser Comms Server A Comms
34. inutes of inactivity GE Blank screen after 20 minutes of inactivity Display dot flashes to indicate activity right handed auxiliary display default Y Display dot does not flash right handed auxiliary display Y No N fo N Display dot flashes to indicate activity left handed auxiliary display Y Display dot does not flash left handed auxiliary display Y Display dot flashes auxiliary display port configured for monitor light module Y Display dot does not flash auxiliary port configured for monitor light module Y Yi Yi Yi Yi Yi Yi e e e e e e N N N N N N e e e e e e e ESA i Ea i DSi Ei Menu appears with magenta blue background and green highlight default ese Menu appears with red blue background and green highlight ESE Menu appears with blue black background and light blue highlight ie Confirmation message remains on screen for standard time period default ae Confirmation message remains on screen for short time period EJ Confirmation message remains on screen for extended time period Ra Display firmware first digit Ye Display firmware second digit Ba Roz H Do Ea ed ed ey ted ee Psi EJs Display firmware third digit Yi Yi Yi FIs Restore PS 2 mouse function to the currently selected CPU s mouse port Y FJ 6 Restore IntelliMouse function to the currently selected CPU s mouse port Y EJB RESET all configurations to factory default settings An r wil
35. itor and mouse Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Control multiple PCs from a local and remote keyboard monitor and mouse No No Yes Yes Yes On screen menu allows computers to be selected by name No No Yes Yes Yes SmartBoot feature automatically boots all machines during power up i RS Yes Duplicate control ports allow local and remote keyboard monitor mouse access Yes Yes Mixed AT PS2 keyboards and PS2 RS232 mice supported as standard aste ve Yes Can be cascaded to provide a video switching network emana es Yes OVQ circuit ensures Optimum Video Quality even over extended distances Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Password security prevents unauthorised use Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Remote control module for convenient operation Yes No Channel switching by on screen display Yes Channel switching by front panel key keyboard hotkey or button mouse Yes Automatically restores keyboard and mouse states when channel changed Yes Can be controlled remotely via an RS232 serial port Yes Supports high bandwidth monitors at resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 Yes Yes Includes screen saver auto scan and variable hotkey options Yes Confirmation of selected ports on local and cascaded LINDY CPU Switches Yes Supports keyboard modes 1 2 and 3 and mouse prompt and stream modes for No No Yes Yes Yes maximum compatibility Pa eae 1 2 Package contents LINDY CPU 16 LINDY CPU 8 LINDY CPU 4 LINDY CPU 4 LINDY CPU 2 OSD Switch
36. keyboard PS 2 mouse and monitor to the PS 2 mouse and monitor to connectors at the rear of the LINDY CPU Switch see Figures the connectors at the front of 3 4 and 6 You may connect your keyboard monitor and the LINDY CPU Switch see mouse to control port A or B If you are connecting two sets of Figures 1 and 2 keyboards monitors and mice then you do not need to use the same brands or mix of devices on each control port For example you may wish to use a two button PS 2 mouse on one port and a Microsoft IntelliMouse on the other Next connect each computer system unit in turn with the keyboard cable mouse cable and video cable Any unused computer connections can be left unconnected To connect computers with serial mouse connections and AT style keyboard connections use the adapters supplied in the cabling pack as shown below Alternatively if you have chosen not to purchase the cable pack refer to Appendix B for cable specifications Page 10 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD LINDY CPU Poesie Switch MOUSE gay MOUSE cable CPU serial port port 6 pin 9 pin D type connector mini DIN PS 2 to serial carinector mouse adapter PS 2 style LINDY CPU Switch ge cable 4 CPU keyboard port keyboard 5 pin standard DIN connector Bone Rn PS 2 to serial connector mouse adapter The LINDY CPU Switch is now ready for connection to the mains using the mains power adapter supplied It is im
37. l show briefly on Y the display to confirm that the reset has been completed and keys together left or right hand keys operate default Y and keys together left or right hand keys operate Y and keys together left or right hand keys operate Y RIGHT at key Do LEFT at J and RIGHT at keys together x LEFT and LEFT keys together Y RIGHT and RIGHT keys together Y No hotkey enabled Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Yes es es es es Yes Yes Yes No No No No No Yes Yes es Yes Yes Yes es Yes es Yes es es es es es es es es es Yes es es es es es es es S S S S S S o o o o o o es es es es es S S S S S es S S es 7 4 Page 32 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD eee RR seee Peele T E EEE Eee 9 ERRE Eli Ebbe Gi DI _ al a LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD CONFIGURATION DESCRIPTION LINDY CPU Switch locks on to active ports only during autoscanning default LINDY CPU Switch locks on to every port during autoscanning LINDY CPU Switch powers on in autoscan mode amp locks on to active ports only LINDY CPU Switch powers on in autoscan mode and locks on to all ports 2 seconds of inactivity before allowing switchover between A amp B ports default 5 seconds of inactivity before allowing switchover between A amp B ports 10 seconds of inactivity before allowing switchover between A amp B por
38. larly suitable for extended keyboards where additional keys can be programmed to act as a combination of other keys Such keyboards are supplied with many Gateway 2000 computers Programming spare keys to trigger the hotkey combination allows channels to be selected via a single key stroke CPU CPU CPU KEYS CONFIGURATION DESCRIPTION 40SD 80SD 160SD HO and keys together left or right hand keys operate default Yes Yes Hj and keys together left or right hand keys operate Yes Yes Yes Hj and keys together left or right hand keys operate Yes Yes Yes RIGHT key Yes Yes Yes Yes HJ5J LEFT and RIGHT keys together Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes HJ6J LEFT and LEFT keys together Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes HJGJ RIGHT and RIGHT keys together Yes Yes Yes Yes yes HJ 8 No hotkey enabled Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use English Guide Page 29 4 8 Firmware functions version query mouse restore and reset For technical support purposes it may be necessary to find the firmware release version for the control software in your LINDY CPU Switch For example if the release version is v1 02 the response shown to FJGJ lt ENTER gt will be a brief display of the digit 1 then F a lt ENTER gt will be a brief display of the digit 0 then F s lt ENTER gt will be a brief display of the digit 2 You can reset all of the configured options back to the f
39. lugged back in whilst the PC is running Mouse movement can then only be restored by rebooting the PC This is because the mouse drivers only setup and enable the mouse when the PC is initially booted If you have switched off your LINDY CPU Switch or you are attempting to hot plug it into a system that is already running you may be able to restore lost mouse movement using the LINDY CPU Switch s mouse restoration functions IMPORTANT NOTE Mouse restoration functions should be used with care as unpredictable results may occur if the wrong mouse type is selected If in doubt restore the mouse by powering down the PC normally Standard PS 2 mouse data uses a different data format to IntelliMouse data and so two reset functions are provided on the LINDY CPU Switch The type of data format expected by the PC depends upon the driver and the type of mouse that was connected when the driver was booted The following table may be used as a guide Note that the mouse reset functions predict the likely mouse resolution settings but may not restore the speed or sensitivity of the mouse exactly as they were when the PC originally booted Type of mouse system Driver type Likely expected Suggested Connected at bootup data format restoration PS 2 PS 2 only PS 2 F5 PS 2 IntelliMouse PS 2 F5 IntelliMouse LINDY CPU Switch PS 2 only PS 2 F5 IntelliMouse LINDY CPU Switch IntelliMouse IntelliMouse F6 LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use
40. mittently Num lock computers and are not truly AT or PS 2 compatible These light does not always come on are not common but if you experience problems try another when the num lock key is keyboard pressed Video appears to be lost aftera Some computers tested output an incomplete video signal in PC has gone into auto power auto power down mode The on screen menu cannot lock down mode Moving the mouse on to this signal and so cannot be displayed under these and typing at the keyboard does conditions If the LINDY CPU Switch menu is left on the not wake it up screen and this type of auto power down occurs then the screen becomes blank Keyboard and mouse data is captured by the menu process and so is not sent to the computer to cause it to wake up The operation therefore appears to hang To restore the video under these conditions press escape return or change the channel using HOTKEYs channel number Alternatively you may wish to avoid leaving the menu on the screen if you have a PC that exhibits this anomaly Page 36 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD PROBLEM ACTION Mouse causes channel to Some cheaper mice are not fully compatible with the LINDY change CPU Switch and can lose data causing the channel to be changed if mouse switching of channels is enabled If you experience this problem then change the mouse and use a Microsoft Logitech IBM Compaq or Hewlett Packard typ
41. n saver disabled default fg Blank screen after 1 minute of inactivity Yes fei 2 Blank screen after 2 minutes of inactivity Yes ale als DD E az ig DD 7 LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use English Guide Page 25 4 2 Display options The LINDY CPU Switch display has a flashing dot which will activate whenever the keyboard or mouse are used Certain users may prefer to disable this flashing dot by setting the D2 D4 or D6 options The remote control pad display is designed to fit on the left or right hand side of the keyboard or monitor Select the mode required so that the port number appears in the correct orientation Modes D5 and D6 are special modes that support a monitor light module for use in banking and dealing room applications where the keyboard and mouse only are being switched The monitor lights show which monitor is currently being controlled by the shared keyboard and mouse CPU CPU CPU CPU CPU 4 40SD 80SD 160SD KEYS CONFIGURATION DESCRIPTION Display dot flashes to indicate activity right handed auxiliary display default Display dot does not flash right handed auxiliary display Display dot does not flash left handed auxiliary display Display dot flashes auxiliary display port configured for monitor light module p J 6 Display dot does not flash auxiliary port configured for monitor light module 2 4 3 Display appearance options Options are available to change the colo
42. nector located on the back of the LINDY CPU Switch provides connections for the remote control module and allows an external RS232 device to control the LINDY CPU Switch See section 3 5 for more details Pin9 GND Pin 11 RXD Other pins to be left unconnected Installation amp Use English Guide Page 35 Appendix C Problem Solving PROBLEM ACTION Poor video quality with smearing Use screened coaxial video cables to connect your devices fuzziness or ripple to the LINDY CPU Switch Mouse does not move cursor on Ensure that the mouse and computer are both connected to screen LINDY CPU Switch before power is connected and ensure LINDY CPU Switch is powered on before the attached computer Ensure that your software is configured to accept a Microsoft compatible mouse of the type that you have connected PS 2 or RS232 If you move the mouse and the activity indicator dot on 7 segment display does not flash then the LINDY CPU Switch is not receiving data from the mouse Check the mouse connection to the LINDY CPU Switch try resetting the mouse using the reset function section 3 3 or re powering the LINDY CPU Switch If you are attempting to connect the LINDY CPU Switch to a CPU with a PS 2 mouse connection that has not been powered down then you will need to use the mouse restoration functions F5 or F6 see section 2 7 Keyboard does not function or Some older keyboards were designed for use with specific functions inter
43. ows entering configure status and mouse Red lights show Key for Maga keyboard data currently active selecting activity _ control port A or auto scan a B CPU Both keys together used to lock LINDY CPU Switch Also Green lights Fixing points for used to reset keyboards show the on off 19 inch rack and mice if pressed status of connected mounting together for more CPUs 1 8 brackets than 5 seconds Fixing point for Control ports A and B plastic clip used for connecting CPU ports 1 8 Clip may be Power keyboards monitors used to connect used to retain 5V connection 2 mice to computers Computer video power lead so as to avoid accidental disconnection connection _ Control port monitor F connection Expansion port used for remote control Control port and other optional mouse Control port modules Also used connection keyboard for RS232 control connection i of the LINDY CPU Computer Computer Switch mouse keyboard connection connection Figure 4 LINDY CPU 8 OSD Switch Front amp Rear views 8 port version supporting 8 PCs Display is duplicate Key for i of front panel display changing and shows status channels and mouse keyboard i A data activity Figure 5 Remote control pad display Optional accessory not for use with the LINDY CPU 2 or LINDY CPU 16 OSD Switches LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD Installation amp Use English Guide Page 7 Key for
44. portant to apply power to the LINDY CPU Switch first then power on the monitor and each of the computers in turn Failure to switch the LINDY CPU Switch and computers on in the correct order can lead to the mouse and or keyboard not being recognised by the computers when they are switched on 2 4 Configuring your PCs Configure your PC in the same way that you would if your keyboard mouse and monitor were all connected directly to your PC but bearing in mind the following points e LINDY CPU Switch emulates Microsoft compatible serial IntelliMouse and PS 2 mice so ensure that your PC software is configured for a Microsoft mouse of the correct type Refer to the list of supported drivers in section 2 1 e LINDY CPU Switch supports VGA SVGA XGA XGA2 only supported by OSD models type monitors but does not support the automatic detection features available with some plug and play monitors and video cards If you have this type of video card and monitor you should select the video mode manually instead of relying upon the automatic detection feature 2 5 Other useful installation information PC boot up sequence When your PCs are powered on they communicate with any attached keyboards and mice and setup parameters required by the particular operating system It is necessary for the LINDY CPU Switch to be attached and powered on during this sequence so that it can give the required responses and keep track of all the modes and settin
45. s commonly available The best type cables which will give excellent quality are constructed with coaxial cable cores Cheaper data cables are often used but can degrade video quality if used over longer distances Avoid using data cables longer than 2 metres unless the video quality is not important Good quality coaxial video cables may be run at distances up to 50 metres with little loss of video quality LINDY CPU Switch to PCs 6 pin mini DIN male connector to 6 pin mini DIN male 1 to 16 connector with all lines connected straight through 1 1 2 2 Keyboard and PS 2 mice etc If the PC has a 5 pin DIN AT style keyboard connector you will need a PS 2 to AT keyboard adapter 6 pin mini DIN female to 5 pin DIN male readily available Cables should be no longer than 30 metres Page 34 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD CABLE CONNECTION LINDY CPU Switch to PCs 1 to 16 RS232 serial mice Expansion port pin assignments LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD CABLE SPECIFICATION These require a special converter to connect the RS232 lines present on the LINDY CPU Switch mouse ports to the RS232 port on a PC The wiring is identical to that used by Microsoft for their autosensing mouse adapter and is shown below 6pin MINIDIN female 9pin D female takes cable from LINDY CPU Switch plugs into PC serial port 3 TXD 12V DTR N C N C Cables should be no longer than 30 metres The 15 way D con
46. self to the type of Mouse requested by the driver If you are using RS232 CPU connections then you will need to select mouse options U4 or U5 to enable the IntelliMouse features CPU CPU CPU CONFIGURATION DESCRIPTION 40SD 80SD 160SD LINDY CPU Switch channels are switchable using a 3 button mouse or Yes Yes Yes IntelliMouse default LINDY CPU Switch reports 2 button mouse mode to PCs LINDY CPU Switch channels are not switchable using 3 button mouse or Yes Yes Yes Yes IntelliMouse LINDY CPU Switch reports 2 button mouse mode to PCs LINDY CPU Switch channels are not switchable using 3 button mouse or Yes Yes IntelliMouse LINDY CPU Switch reports 3 button mouse mode to PCs Yes Yes LINDY CPU Switch channels are switchable using 3 button mouse or Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes IntelliMouse LINDY CPU Switch reports IntelliMouse mode to PCs LINDY CPU Switch channels are not switchable using 3 button mouse or Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes IntelliMouse LINDY CPU Switch reports IntelliMouse mode to PCs 4 7 Keyboard hotkey combination The keyboard hotkey combination is used to change a channel set autoscan mode or secure the product so that the password needs to be typed before it can be used again The following keyboard hotkey combinations can be selected These hotkey combinations are used together with the command keys to trigger the required LINDY CPU Switch function The left and right shift key combination is particu
47. ts 30 seconds of inactivity before allowing switchover between A amp B ports 1 minute of inactivity before allowing switchover between A amp B ports 5 minutes of inactivity before allowing switchover between A amp B ports 10 minutes of inactivity before allowing switchover between A amp B ports 2 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port default 5 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port 7 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port 10 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port 15 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port 20 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port 30 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port 60 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port LINDY CPU Switch channels are switchable using a 3 button mouse or IntelliMouse default LINDY CPU Switch reports 2 button mouse mode to PCs LINDY CPU Switch channels are not switchable using 3 button mouse or IntelliMouse LINDY CPU Switch reports 2 button mouse mode to PCs LINDY CPU Switch channels are not switchable using 3 button mouse or IntelliMouse LINDY CPU Switch reports 3 button mouse mode to PCs LINDY CPU Switch channels are switchable using 3 button mouse or IntelliMouse LINDY CPU Switch reports IntelliMouse mode to PCs LINDY CPU Switch channels are not switchable using 3 button mouse or IntelliMouse LINDY CPU Switch reports Intelli
48. ur scheme of the On Screen Display and the time that the confirmation message remains on the screen after a channel has been selected CPU CPU CPU CPU CPU KEYS CONFIGURATION DESCRIPTION 4 40SD 80SD 160SD 2 ere e DI eee Di i I E TEA D Confirmation message remains on screen for standard time period default f Confirmation message remains on screen for short time period Die Confirmation message remains on screen for extended time period Page 26 Installation amp Use English Guide LINDY ELECTRONICS LTD 4 4 Autoscan lock on mode and delay time LINDY CPU Switch can be set to select each channel in turn for a period of time set by the Autoscan delay time Autoscan mode is entered by typing the hotkey keys together with aj By default only those channels which have a powered up computer connected to them will be scanned Sometimes it may be desirable to scan all channels even if the attached computer is switched off this will simply show a blank screen when it is selected All the LINDY CPU Switch s ports will be scanned if option L2 is selected Some applications may also require the LINDY CPU Switch to power on in autoscan mode This feature can be selected using the L3 or L4 options CPU CPU CPU CPU CPU KEYS CONFIGURATION DESCRIPTION 2 4 40SD 80SD 160SD oe LINDY CPU Switch locks on to active ports only during autoscanning default Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Jej LINDY CPU Swit

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