ConnectPRO PR14KIT manual

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2 Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 – I NTRODUCTION Overview 1 Features 1 Configurations 2 CHAPTER 2 – I NSTALLATION Installation Overview 3 Components 4 Single Master Configuration 5 Cascade Configuration ( Master/Slave ) 6 Dual Console Configuration 7 External Power Supply 7 Multi-Media Module (optional) 7 Rack-Mount Kit (optional) 8 CHAPTER 3 – [...]

3 Table of Contents – cont. CHAPTER 3 – O PERATION ( CONT .) Hot-Key Commands 9 To Select a Port 9 To Initiate or Deactivate Auto-Scan 10 To Initiate Manual Scan 10 To Adjust the Scan Rate Interval 10 To Adjust the Keyboard Typematic Rate 11 To initiate Audio-Stick 11 On-Screen-Display (OSD) 12 To Label a Port (F1) 12 To Select Ports for Auto-S[...]

4 1 INTRODUCTION Overview Connect PRO  is proud to announce the Master-IT PRO professional line of KVM switches. With the use of one keyboard, one monitor, and one mouse, multiple computer systems can be accessed and controlled. Designed for both industrial and office use, the Master-IT PRO functions independently of the operating system and doe[...]

5 Configurations The Master-IT PRO can be set up as a Single Master or cascaded in a Master/Slave configuration. A single master involves only one Master-IT PRO KVM switch, and has the keyboard, monitor and mouse directly connected to its’ console ports. A cascaded configuration involves “daisy-chaining” a slave Master-IT PRO KVM switch to th[...]

6 2 INSTALLATION Installation Overview Installation is simply a matter of connecting cables to their appropriate ports on each Master-IT PRO and each computer. Prior to beginning the installation procedures, verify that all Master-IT PRO KVM switches are powered OFF. Once the configuration is completed, add consoles, cables and computers in the fol[...]

7 Single Master Configuration A Single Master configuration involves only one Master-IT PRO KVM switch into which the PS/2 keyboard, monitor and PS/2 mouse are directly connected as well as the computers. Connecting a PS/2 keyboard, a PS/2 mouse and a monitor directly to the designated CONSOLE ports of any Master-IT PRO model will automatically con[...]

8 Cascade Configuration (Master/Slave) A cascade configuration consists of one master unit and one or more slave units. The master unit has the PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse and VGA monitor directly connected to its’ console ports, from which the operator will access any computer. Additional levels of one or more Master-IT PRO switches can be connect[...]

9 Dual-Console Configuration The advanced Dual-Console Master-IT PRO , has the same functionality and features as the single console version. However, it also enables individual access and control from either of two separate consoles at different locations. Currently available in an 8-port configuration, Connect PRO  can specially manufacture th[...]

10 Rack-Mount Kit (optional) An optional Rack-Mount Kit is available for Master-IT PRO models with 4 through 16 ports. It fits perfectly in standard 19” server racks. The kit includes side mount brackets, and a cable support bar, which mounts on the back of the rack enclosure. (Figure 5.) Figure 3. Rack-Mount Kit Side Brackets Figure 4. Rear Cabl[...]

11 3 OPERATION Front Panel Buttons Each Master-IT PRO model has front panel buttons, which can be used to initiate different functions manually. They can be used to select ports, initiate the Auto-Scan function, and reset keyboard and mouse connectivity. To select a port to access a connected computer, simply press the corresponding front panel but[...]

12 Buzzers and Beeps Whenever a command or event is initiated, either a buzzer or beep will sound to indicate a successful or failed command. A built-in buzzer generates a high-pitch beep for correct hot-key command ; otherwise, one low-pitch beep for error Hot-Key Commands T O S ELECT A P ORT : In a single master configuration, press and release t[...]

13 T O I NITIATE OR D EACTIVATE A UTO -S CAN : Press and release the left CTRL key twice, followed by the F1 key once. C TRL , C TRL , F 1 To deactivate the Auto Scan feature, press and release the left CTRL key twice. When Auto Scan detects any keyboard or mouse activity, it suspends the scanning until activity stops; it then resumes with the next[...]

14 T O A DJUST THE K EYBOARD T YPEMATIC R ATE : To adjust keyboard typematic rate (characters/sec ), press and release the left CTRL key twice , followed by the F4 key once . C TRL , C TRL , F 4 Each time this key sequence is entered ,1 to 4 beeps will sound corresponding to 10 , 15 , 20 and 30 characters/sec respectively. This typematic setting wi[...]

15 On-Screen-Display (OSD) T O I NITIATE OSD: Press and release the left CTRL key twice to view the hot-key menu. Press and release the left CTRL key three times to view the KVM MENU. The Hot-Key Menu shows instructions for the various OSD functions. Use this as a guide to become familiar with its’ functions. The KVM Menu shows a list of the comp[...]

16 F igure 6. On-Screen-Display T O SELECT A COMPUTER FROM WITHIN THE OSD: Use the ↑ ↑ (up), ↓ ↓ (down), and → → (right) arrow keys on the keyboard, to choose the computer, then press the ENTER key to finalize the selection. T RIANGLE M ARK ( 4 ) : A triangle mark ( 4 ) to the right of a name indicates the port is cascaded to a S lave ;[...]

17 E YE M ARK ( N N ): An eye mark ( N ) to the right of a name indicates this computer is selected to be monitored while in Scan mode. In OSD, t his mark can be switched on or off by pressing and releasing the F2 key once . T O L OCK A D EVICE WITH A P ASSWORD : 1. Scroll to the desired port where the device is connected, then press and release th[...]

18 4 APPENDIX Part Descriptions Master-IT PRO Models: Model # PR-12 PR-14 PR-18 PR-116 PR-28 PR-216 # of Console Ports 1 1 1 1 2 2 # of PC Ports 2 4 8 16 8 16 Max.# of Computers Controllable 4 16 64 128 128 128 Max. # of Cascade Levels 2 2 2 2 2 2 Connect PRO  Premium 3-in-1 Cable Models: Part # PS-06P PS-10P PS-15P PS-25P PS-50P PS-100P Length [...]

19 Troubleshooting If at any time the Master-IT PRO behaves abnormally, Consult the following table for possible solutions. As always, first verify that all cables are connected correctly and securely, and that all power adapters necessary are connected and functioning. If a solution cannot be found in the table, send an email message to: support@c[...]

20 Troubleshooting - Cont. SYMPTOMS CAUSES SOLUTIONS The ↑ ↑ and ↓ ↓ keys do not work in Manual Scan mode . • Either all computers are powered OFF or only one computer is powered ON. • Scan type is eye mark selected but no ports are eye mark selected in OSD. • Power ON more than one computer. • Press the ESCAPE key to deactivate Man[...]

21 Troubleshooting – Cont. SYMPTOMS CAUSES SOLUTIONS Cannot switch to computers located on a slave. • The cables are not securely fastened. • There is a another slave cascaded to the first slave . • The slave has more ports than the master . • The slave is cascaded from a port other than 1~8 of the master. • Securely reconnect all cable[...]

22 Specifications PR-12 PR-14 PR-18 PR-116 PR-28 PR-216 # of Console Ports 111122 # of Computer Ports 2 4 8 16 8 16 Max. # of Computers 4 16 64 128 64 128 On-screen display (OSD) N/a Yes Front panel button control Yes Hot plug-and-play Yes Hot-key control Yes Rack-mount kit Part # N/a RX-1 RX-2 RX-3 RX-2 RX-3 Automatic scan interval N/a Yes Program[...]