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This chapter contains a variety of information, including the following:
• Getting assistance - see right
• Troubleshooting
• Appendix 1 - Cable pin-outs
• Appendix 2 - What is True Emulation?
• Safety information
• Warranty
• Radio frequency energy statements
GETTING ASSISTANCE
If you are still experiencing problems after checking the information contained within this 
guide, then we provide a number of other solutions:
• Online solutions and updates – www.adder.com/support
 
Check the Support section of the adder.com website for the latest solutions and 
firmware updates.
• Adder Forum – forum.adder.com
 
Use our forum to access FAQs and discussions.
• Technical support – www.adder.com/contact-support-form 
 
For technical support, use the contact form in the Support section of the  
adder.com website - your regional office will then get in contact with you. 
Further information
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem: My computer and the CCS-PRO4 switch are connected to the same 
network but I can’t make contact using a web browser. 
There may be another device using the same address as the CCS-PRO4 default 
(192.168.1.22) or your computer may be on a different subnet.  
Remedies: 
• Check whether any other device on your immediate network is using the same 
address and temporarily disconnect it, if possible. 
• Make a temporary direct connection between your computer and the switch in order 
to change the IP address used by the switch.
• Check that your computer and the switch are on the same subnet. If necessary, change 
your computer’s subnet mask setting to encompass that of the switch, e.g. instead of 
255.255.255.0, try 255.255.0.0.   
						

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APPENDIX 1 – CABLE PIN-OUTS
The OPTIONS port uses a 10p10c socket which can accommodate both 10p10c 
connectors as well as the much more common 8p8c connectors, which are used on 
Ethernet leads and patch cables. The pin-outs are listed in this section for both types of 
connector. 
Serial remote control cable (8p8c)
Serial remote control cable (10p10c)
8p8c  connectorD-Type female 9 way 
62TXDRXD
3
23
5RXD
GND TXD
GND
10p10c  connectorD-Type female 9 way 
72TXD
RXD
4
33
5RXD
GND TXD
GND
Note: You can also use the optional serial cable (part number VSC40).    
						

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APPENDIX 2 - WHAT IS TRUE EMULATION?
True Emulation represents a significant breakthrough in sharing USB devices between 
two or more computer systems. Until this point, the problem has been how to create a 
USB switch that provides all of the following:
• Quick, transparent and reliable switching,
• Accurate representation of the connected USB keyboard and mouse, 
• Switching control via the connected USB keyboard and/or mouse.
The difficulty in achieving all of the above requirements has been due to the complexity 
of the USB standard. This has led to various problems that have spawned a number of 
possible solutions.  
Enumerated USB switching
The earliest attempts to switch USB devices applied a relatively ‘hands off ’ approach. 
Enumerated USB switches are the electronic equivalent of those old mechanical KVM 
switches with a large knob on the front. 
Enumerated switches are so called because a connected USB device will be required to 
perform a full initiation (a process called Enumeration) every time it is switched; just as if 
you had pulled out the plug and then reconnected it. 
Enumerated switches simply pass all signals straight through between the USB device and 
the computer, they do not attempt to interpret any data. For most devices, this offers 
an advantage because the switch just leaves them to get on with their jobs without any 
interference or any hit on performance. However, it means that a USB keyboard or 
mouse cannot be used to control the switching process - a quick and simple control 
method expected by most users. Reliability of switching is also an issue that has plagued 
enumerated switches, especially when used with certain USB devices and particular 
operating systems. 
Emulated USB switching
The issues with interpreting the complex USB data streams and recreating (or Emulating) 
the identity of attached USB devices were eventually solved, leading to the creation of 
the Emulated USB switch. 
A neat side effect of the technique used is that each computer can be fooled into 
thinking that the USB device is permanently connected to it, even when the device is 
switched to another computer. This means that the enumeration process for the USB 
device takes place only once, during the first power on. After that, a computer merely 
sees a dormant version of the USB device whenever the device is actually connected to a 
different computer.    
However, it remains a complex task to dynamically assume the identity of a USB device, 
distribute it among the connected computers and maintain all of the nece\
ssary signals, 
states and processes. Therefore, manufacturers have previously relied upon a fixed 
keyboard and mouse profile that is declared to each computer, regardless of the actual 
connected devices. This precluded the use of any special keyboard or mouse features 
over and above the standard layouts. 
True Emulation 
Mindful of the limitations associated with the previous 
USB switching techniques, we set about creating a 
more effective and elegant solution. After a great deal of 
research and development, True Emulation is the result.
True Emulation allows the complete identity of the 
keyboard and mouse to be copied and then presented 
to all of the connected computers. This means that 
any keyboard offering specialist function keys or any 
mouse with extra features will be fully supported at 
each computer. As with the previous emulation method, 
the unselected computers will continue to see the 
identities of the keyboard and mouse, which means that 
no enumeration is necessary when their link becomes 
active once again. This not only helps to speed up the 
rate of re-connection, but also raises the reliability 
of switching because USB links are at their most 
vulnerable during the enumeration process.
True Emulation relies upon a high speed circuit, called 
an Emulation Engine, to fully emulate the USB device 
identities and also interpret keyboard and mouse data 
streams. The result is full support for K/M switching 
control via hotkey presses or the third button/scroll 
wheel of a mouse.   
True Emulation is not necessarily required by other 
USB devices, which is why you will also find two 
enumerated circuits included (shown in green within 
the block diagram) alongside the True Emulation feature 
(shown in blue). This allows those other USB devices to operate at their highest speeds, 
without any intervention. The enumerated circuits benefit greatly from the USB Hubs 
that are jointly used with the True Emulation system. Because they interface directly and 
permanently with each computer, they help to stabilise the dormant links, making errors 
during enumeration much less likely.
The dual switching arrangement provides further flexibility because the True Emulation 
and enumerated sections can be switched in unison or independently of each other, as 
required. Thus, your various peripherals can operate with different computers at the 
same time. Please see software release notes for a list of supported products.  
HOST
CONTROLLER
USB
KEYBOARD OTHER USB
DEVICE
USB
MOUSE
USB
HUB
PC1 PC
2 PC
3 PC
4
USB
HUB USB
HUB USB
HUB
EMULA TION
ENGINE
The emulated section of the switch is shown in blue and handles only the keyboard and mouse. The green enumerated section of the switch handles other USB devices and also uses the USB hubs to link with the computers.    
						

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WARRANTY
Adder Technology Ltd warrants that this product shall be free from defects in 
workmanship and materials for a period of two years from the date of original purchase. 
If the product should fail to operate correctly in normal use during the warranty period, 
Adder will replace or repair it free of charge. No liability can be accepted for damage due 
to misuse or circumstances outside Adder’s control. Also Adder will not be responsible 
for any loss, damage or injury arising directly or indirectly from the use of this product. 
Adder’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.
SAFETY INFORMATION
• For use in dry, oil free indoor environments only.
• Warning - live parts contained within power adapter(s).
• No user serviceable parts within power adapter(s) - do not dismantle.
• Plug the power adapter(s) into socket outlets close to the unit that they are powering.
• Do not use an unearthed power socket or extension cable.
• Do not use a power adapter if its case becomes damaged, cracked or broken or if you 
suspect that it is not operating properly.
• Replace the power adapter(s) with a manufacturer approved type only. 
• If you use a power extension cord with the unit, make sure the total ampere rating of 
the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. 
Also, make sure that the total ampere rating of all the devices plugged into the wall 
outlet does not exceed the wall outlet’s ampere rating.
• Do not attempt to service the unit yourself.   
						

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RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY
A Category 5 (or better) twisted pair cable must be used to connect the units in order 
to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a 
suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances.
All other interface cables used with this equipment must be shielded in order to maintain 
compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high 
level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances.
European EMC directive 2004/108/EC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A 
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, which 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. 
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 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 présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites 
applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le règlement sur le 
brouillage radioélectriques publié par le ministère des Communications du Canada.   
						

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C
Cable pin-outs  32
CCS Manager
accessing  14
Channel selection codes  13
Computer
connection  8
ports  4
selecting  27
Connections
computer system  8
power in  9
user console  8
D
Digital audio  8
E
Emulated switching  33
Enumerated switching  33
F
Front panel
switching  27
H
Host computer
connection  8
Hotkeys
selecting computers  28
I
Indicators  4
K
Keyboard
connection  8
M
Mouse
connection  8
N
Network port
temporary connection  14,21
O
Operation  27
Options port  4
P
PCM
audio  8
Peripherals
connecting  8
R
Remote control
by computer  12,13
S
Safety information  34
Selecting computers
with front panel  27
with hotkeys  28
with mouse buttons  29
Serial port
settings for control  13
S/PDIF
digital audio  8
Switching  27
T
Troubleshooting  31
True Emulation  2,33
U
USB device
connection  8
USB switching
emulation  33
enumeration  33
True Emulation  33
User console  4
W
Warranty  34
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