Altusen KL0116 Instruction Manual

FCC InformationThis is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may causeradio interference in which case the user may be requir

You can easily access to any computer on the installation either by enteringHotkey combinations from the keyboard, or by using the powerful menu drive

FeaturesThe main features of the KL0116 are as follows:w A single slide-out console integrated with the KVM switch controls up to 16computers directly

BenefitsThe KL0116 saves time and money by allowing a single console to manage allof your computers. Specifically, the benefits of a KL0116 installati

CablesSubstandard cables may damage the connected devices or degrade overall perform-ance. For optimum signal integrity and to simplify the layout, we

KL0116 Front View1. HandlePull the handle to slide the KVM module out; push to slide the module in.2. LCD Screen3. Port Selection Switches / Port LED

Two LEDs are built into each selection switch. The one on the left is the OnLine LED; the one on the right is the Selected Port LED:w An On Line LED l

9. Reset SwitchPressing this switch in performs a system reset. This switch is recessed andmust be pushed with a thin object - such as the end of a pa

KL0116 Rear View1. Power SwitchThis is a standard rocker switch that powers the unit On and Off.2. Power SocketThe AC power cord plugs in here.3. Dais

5. Remote Console PortThe KL0116 can be operated from a remote console up to 500 feet (150meters) away with the optional purchase of a KA9250 Console

Chapter 2.InstallationSingle Stage InstallationIn a Single Stage installation, there are no additional switches daisy chaineddown from the first unit.

Package ContentsThe complete KL0116 16-Port LCD Console KVM Switch package containsthe following components:M 1 KL0116 KVM SwitchM 2 Custom KVM Cable

Daisy ChainingTo control even more computers, up to 31 additional ALTUSEN KVMswitches can be daisy chained down from the KL0116.Note: KH0116 switches

3. For additional KH0116 switches, use daisy chain cable sets to connect theChain Out port of the parent KH0116 to the Chain In port of the child(Seco

Hot PluggingThe KL0116 supports hot plugging. You can remove or add components on the in-stallation by unplugging their cables from the ports without

Port ID NumberingEach CPU port on the KVM installation is assigned a unique Port ID. The PortID is made up of two parts: a Station Number, and a Port

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Chapter 3. Hotkey Operation Hotkey Port AccessHotkey Port Access allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computerdirectly from the keyboard. T

When Hotkey Mode is active:w The Caps Lock, and Scroll Lock LEDs flash in succession. They stopflashing after you exit Hotkey Mode.w A command line di

Auto ScanningAuto Scan automatically switches among all the active CPU Ports that are ac-cessible to the currently logged on User at regular intervals

Invoking Auto Scan:To start Auto Scanning, key in the following Hotkey combination:1. Invoke Hotkey Mode (see p. 17).2. Press [A]. After you press A,

Skip ModeSkip Mode allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor themmanually. You can dwell on a particular port for as long as you like

ContentsAbout this ManualOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viConventions . . .

Hotkey Summary TableThe following table summarizes the KL0116’s Hotkey operations:[Num Lock] + [-] [Port ID] [Enter] Switches access to the computer t

Chapter 4. OSD OperationOSD OverviewThe On Screen Display (OSD) is a menu driven method to set up the KL0116’sworking environment and to control port

Note: 1. The diagram depicts the Administrator’s Main Screen. The F4 and F6functions are reserved for the Administrator and do not appear on theUsers’

OSD Main Screen HeadingsThe following table describes the OSD’s Main Screen Headings:Heading ExplanationSN-PN This column lists the Port ID numbers (S

F1 GOTO:GOTO allows you to switch directly to a port either by keying in the port’sName, or its Port ID. The bar at the bottom of the OSD screen promp

F2 LIST:Many OSD functions only operate on the computers that the OSD lists (dis-plays) on the Main Screen. The LIST function lets set the scope of wh

F3 SET:SET allows the Administrator and each User to set up his own working environ-ment. A separate profile for each is stored by the OSD and is acti

Setting FunctionOSD HOTKEY Selects which Hotkey activates the OSD function: [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] or [Ctrl] [Ctrl].Since the Ctrl key combinatio

(F3 SET: continued)Setting FunctionSCAN/SKIPMODESelects which computers will be accessed under Skip Mode andAuto Scan Mode. (See F5 SKP, p. 34, and F7

F4 ADM:F4 allows the Administrator to configure and control the overall operation ofthe OSD. After you select an item from the ADM menu, a submenu wit

Chapter 3 Hotkey Operation Hotkey Port Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Invoking Hotkey Mode . .

(F4 ADM: continued)Setting FunctionSET LOGOUTTIMEOUTIf there is no input from the console for the amount of timespecified with this function, the curr

(F4 ADM: continued)Setting FunctionACTIVATEBEEPERWhen activated, the beeper sounds whenever a Port ischanged; when the Auto Scan function is activated

(F4 ADM: continued)Setting FunctionRESETSTATION IDSIf you change the position of one of the Stations in the daisy chain,the OSD will no longer corresp

F6 BRC:Broadcast Mode (BRC) is an Administrator only function. Under BroadcastMode, commands sent from the console are broadcast to to all available c

F7 SCAN:The SCAN function (Auto Scanning) automatically switches the KVM focusamong User-selected computers at regular intervals in order to monitor t

F8 LOUT:LOUT logs you out of OSD control of the computers, and blanks the Consolescreen. This is different from simply pressing [Esc] when you are at

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Chapter 5.The Firmware Upgrade UtilityThe Firmware Upgrade Utility provides an easy, automated method to upgradethe KL0116’s firmware. The Utility is

4. Shut down all of the computers - but not the Stations - on your KVMinstallation.5. From the KL0116 console, invoke the OSD (see p. 23) and select t

2. Read the License Agreement and Agree to it (enable the I Agree radiobutton), then Click Next to continue.The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen a

Chapter 6Remote Console OperationInstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Operation .

Upgrade SucceededAfter the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the proce-dure was successful:Click Finish to close the Firmware

Firmware Upgrade RecoveryThere are basically three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery:w When you invoke Firmware Upgrade Mode (see p.

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Chapter 6.Remote Console OperationThe KL0116 can be controlled from an independent remote KVM console upto 500 feet (150 meters) away when used in com

OperationThe default operating environment is for both the Local and Remote consolesto be active.For security and privacy purposes, however, the Remot

AppendixKL0116 Connection TableSince it is redundant and unnecessarily expensive to use additional KL0116built-in console switches for daisy chaining,

OSD Factory Default SettingsThe factory default settings are as follows:Setting DefaultOSD Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]Port ID Display Position

SpecificationsFunction SpecificationComputerConnectionsDirect 16Daisy Chain 512Port Selection OSD / Hotkeys / Selection SwitchesLEDs On Line 16 (Gree

LCD Operation ReferenceThe LCD has an OSD that allows you to set up and configure the LCD display:w To bring up the LCD OSD’s main menu, press the MEN

Clear Login InformationIf you are unable to perform an Administrator login (because the Username andPassword information has become corrupted, or you

About This ManualThis User Manual provides information concerning the installation, configura-tion, and operation of the KL0116 16-Port LCD Console KV

Module RemovalRemoving the KVM ModuleYou can easily remove the KVM module from the unit chassis for maintenancewith the following procedure:1. Slide t

Removing the Keyboard and TouchpadThe keyboard and touchpad can be easily removed for repair or maintenance.To remove the keyboard and touchpad module

Rack MountingThe KL0116 can be mounted in a 1U system rack. For convenience and flexi-bility, a rack mounting kit that allows several mounting options

3. Slide the unit into the rack.4. Screw the metal tabs to the rear flanges.5. Secure the unit to the rack with the front flanges and rear tabs.2003-0

Limited WarrantyALTUSEN warrants this product aginst defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1)year from the date of purchase. If this

AActivate Beeper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33ADM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Auto Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 36In

LLCDOperation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50OSD configuration. . . . . . . . . . . 50LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Lo

ConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:CourierIndicates text that you should key in.[ ]Indicates keys you should press. For example, [E

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Chapter 1.IntroductionOverviewThe ALTUSEN 16-Port LCD Console KVM Switch offers a highly efficientnetwork management solution. Custom designed high-de