ADDER FreeFlow Manual

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Configuring LED monitor indicators
When	the	optional	CCS-XB	LED	monitor	indicator	kit	is	used,	there	are	several	
configuration options available that allow you to customise behaviour \
and these 
are set using the Free-Flow configuration application.
Adjusting colour and brightness for all indicators
If necessary, you can impose default colour and brightness settings upon\
 all 
connected	LED	monitor	indicators.	Choose	the	Configure >...

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Additional Free-Flow operations and settings
In addition to the core configuration functions, Free-Flow has a numbe\
r of 
additional settings that you can make.  
Mouse... (acceleration) setting 
Acceleration
Mouse	acceleration	allows	you	to	move	the	mouse	pointer	quickly	across	the	
large areas of the screen in response to small but sharp shifts in the m\
ouse 
position. The Configure > Mouse... option provides settings between 0 and...

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Performing upgrades
The	CCS4-USB	switch	is	fully	upgradeable	via	flash	upgrade.	Such	upgrades	
require a Windows-based computer system to be linked via the OPTIONS port. 
Items required to perform an upgrade 
•	 The	supplied	flash	upgrade	cable	(VSC40).
•	 A	Windows-based	computer	with	an	RS232	serial	port.
•	 The	latest	version	of	the	KVM	Firmware	Uploader	and	firmware	files	for	the	
CCS4-USB switch - available from the Technical...

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Issues to consider when performing flash upgrades
The upgrade program rewrites the internal firmware code. If the upgrad\
e 
process is interrupted then the switch will have invalid code and will n\
ot be able 
to operate. It is therefore good practice to ensure that the upgrade pro\
cess 
is always fully completed. A partial or failed upgrade may be rectifie\
d by 
performing another upgrade.   
WARNING: Running faulty or partially...

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SECT	4
Operation
Selecting a computer
There are five ways to switch the common peripherals to specific com\
puter 
channels:
•	 Using	the	innovative	Free-Flow	automatic	switching	utility	Þ 
•	Using the control panel   
•	Using hotkeys 
•	Using mouse button presses 
•	Using the optional RC4 remote control
To select a computer using the control panel
The control panel allows you to determine how the various peripherals ar\
e 
switched to...

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To select a computer using hotkeys
Using hotkey combinations, you can quickly switch the keyboard and mouse\
, 
speakers and USB peripherals to any computer channel.
There are two main ways to use hotkeys: Standard and Additional.
Standard hotkey press combinations
The standard hotkey press combinations allow you to change channels with\
 the 
minimum of keypresses: 
1	 Simultaneously	press	and	hold	 and  (or other hotkeys, if altered)....

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To select a computer using the mouse buttons
Using the mouse buttons, you can quickly switch the keyboard and mouse, \
speakers	and/or	USB	peripherals	to	any	computer	channel.
Note: These procedures work only with three-button or IntelliMouse devic\
es and 
only if the ‘Mouse Switching’ option has been enabled. 
To select a computer using the mouse buttons
1	 Hold	down	the	middle	button	(or	scroll	wheel)	of	the	mouse.
2	 Click	the	left...

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To  lock access to the computers
When privacy is required, you can lock access to the connected computers\
 via 
the switch. 
To lock the switch
1	 Simultaneously	press	and	hold	 and  (or other hotkeys, if altered). 
2	 While	still	holding	 and , press .
 The display will show  (providing a valid password has been previously set). 
You will not be able to access any computers until the password is corre\
ctly 
entered.
To unlock the...

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SECT	5
Further information
This chapter contains a variety of information, including the following:\
•	 Getting	assistance	-	see	right
•	Appendix 1 – Cable pin-outs
•	Safety information
•	Warranty
•	Radio frequency energy statements
Getting assistance
If you are still experiencing problems after checking the information co\
ntained 
within this guide, then we provide a number of other solutions:
•	Online solutions and updates –...

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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 us\
ed 
on	Ethernet	leads	and	patch	cables.	The	pin-outs	are	listed	in	this	section	for	
both types of connector. 
Serial remote control and flash upgrade cable (8p8c)
Serial remote control and flash upgrade cable (10p10c)
8p8c  connectorD-Type female 9 way 
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