ADDER SmartView MultiScreen VGA KVM Switch Manual

							SmartView MultiscreenInstallation and UsePage 10Figure 2b - SmartView Multiscreen rear view (Model SVMS4-Dual)Figure 2c - SmartView Multiscreen rear view (Model SVMS2-Quad) 
						

							SmartView MultiscreenInstallation and UsePage 11Figure 2d - SmartView Multiscreen rear view (Model SVMS2-Dual)Figure 3 - Remote control pad / display (optional accessory - part RC1) 
						

							SmartView MultiscreenInstallation and UsePage 122. Installation2.1 What you will need  Cables to connect the SmartView Multiscreen to each of your PC keyboard, video
and mouse ports. Cable specifications are given in appendix A. For convenience we
suggest that you connect your keyboard, mouse and first video port using an Adder
3-in-1 combination cable. Additional video ports may then be connected using video-
only cables. Monitors with standard VGA/SVGA (15 pin) connectors that will work when
connected directly to each of your PCs. SmartView Multiscreen 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 SmartView Multiscreen 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 / IntelliMouse Explorer compatible mouse. If you wish to use
the mouse to switch the SmartView Multiscreens channel then you will need a three
button mouse or an IntelliMouse.
(The SmartView Multiscreen 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:
- PS/2 or RS232 two button mouse driver (any manufacturer).
- Microsoft mouse driver (including IntelliMouse).
- Logitech mouse driver (including two button, three button and wheel mouse).
Use of PS/2 and RS232 style mice with the SmartView Multiscreen - All of the
mouse connections from SmartView Multiscreen to PCs support either a PS/2 or an
RS232 mouse. SmartView Multiscreen automatically converts from the PS/2 mouse
commands to RS232 serial mouse commands. Serial mice types are selected by
using an adapter as described in Appendix A. The SmartView will operate without a
mouse connected if you do not wish to use one. 
						

							SmartView MultiscreenInstallation and UsePage 132.2 Mounting the SmartView Multiscreen
The SmartView Multiscreen has been designed for use on a desktop or shelf in
close proximity to the user’s monitor and peripherals. The optional remote controller
may be used if you wish to locate the SmartView Multiscreen on a desk or shelf that
is some distance from the monitor and peripherals.
2.3 Connecting your devices
Ensure that the optional power adapter is disconnected from the SmartView
Multiscreen and that all the devices which are to be attached are switched off.
Connect the shared keyboard, PS/2 mouse and monitors to the connectors at the
rear of the SmartView Multiscreen (see figs 1, 2 and 3). Next, connect each
computer system unit in turn with the keyboard cable, mouse cable and video
cables. For the keyboard, mouse and first video port, Adder 3-in-1
keyboard/video/mouse cables are recommended for maximum convenience. Any
unused computer connections can be left unconnected. To connect computers with
serial mouse connections and AT style keyboard connections use the adapters
specified in appendix A. If you have an existing 6-pin mini-DIN to 9-pin serial adapter
that came with a mouse it may not be suitable for use with the SmartView as there
are several different standard wiring configurations for these adapters.The SmartView Multiscreen is now ready for use and will start to operate as soon as
one of the attached PCs is powered on. If you are connecting to PCs using cables
that are longer than 5 metres or are cascading the SmartView Multiscreen to another
SmartView Multiscreen you will need to use the optional power adapter. When using
the optional power adapter, ensure that it is connected to the mains and powering
the SmartView Multiscreen before you switch on the connected computers. Failure
to switch the SmartView Multiscreen and computers on in the correct order can lead 
						

							SmartView MultiscreenInstallation and UsePage 14to the mouse and/or keyboard not being recognised by the computers when they are
switched on.
2.4 ‘Interface powered’ operation without the optional power
       adapter
The SmartView Multiscreen draws its power from the connected computers via the
keyboard cables. A single keyboard connection is normally sufficient to power the
SmartView Multiscreen provided that the cable is no longer than 5 metres. If more
than one computer is connected then the power will be intelligently drawn from all
computers. Cables longer than 5 metres may be used provided that the SmartView
Multiscreen is already powered by another connected computer or the optional
power adapter. If you are cascading the SmartView Multiscreen to another
SmartView Multiscreen then a power adapter must be connected to all SmartView
Multiscreens.
2.5 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. SmartView Multiscreen emulates
Microsoft compatible serial, IntelliMouse, IntelliMouse Explorer 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.
2.6 Configuring the SmartView Multiscreen
The SmartView Multiscreen is supplied pre-configured with factory defaults which
are suitable for most applications. There are a number of more advanced options
which can be set by the user. These are stored in the SmartView Multiscreens
EEPROM memory and are retained when the power is disconnected.
The options may be changed whilst the SmartView Multiscreen is in configure mode.
You may enter configure mode at initial power on or whilst the SmartView
Multiscreen is running: 
						

							SmartView MultiscreenInstallation and UsePage 15To enter configure mode at power on:
Switch off all the attached PCs and the SmartView Multiscreen. Hold down the front
panel key whilst powering on the SmartView Multiscreen. Remember that the
SmartView Multiscreen draws its power from any attached PC via the keyboard
cable and so will power itself on when the attached PC is switched on or when the
optional power adapter is connected. Do not release the key until the SmartView
Multiscreen displays C to show that it has entered configure mode.
To enter configure mode whilst the SmartView Multiscreen is running:
Hold down the front panel key for 5 seconds until the front panel display shows ‘C’.
In configure mode, options are entered by typing a letter followed by a number
followed by (return). Use ESC to abort the entry of an option. The SmartView
Multiscreen will remain in configure mode until you type E (return).
For example: to set hotkey option 2 type the following at the C prompt
(at SmartView Multiscreen C prompt)H H2 2
f f
To exit configure mode type:E E
f f
2.7 Summary of SmartView Multiscreen configuration options
Full details of each of the configuration options and their uses are given in section 4.
B1 - screen saver disabled (default)
B2 - Blank screen after 1 minute of inactivity
B3 - Blank screen after 2 minutes of inactivity
B4 - Blank screen after 4 minutes of inactivity
B5 - Blank screen after 8 minutes of inactivity
B6 - Blank screen after 12 minutes of inactivity
B7 - Blank screen after 16 minutes of inactivity
B8 - Blank screen after 20 minutes of inactivity 
						

							SmartView MultiscreenInstallation and UsePage 16L1 - SmartView Multiscreen locks on to active ports only during autoscanning
(default)
L2 - SmartView Multiscreen locks on to every port during autoscanning
L3 - SmartView Multiscreen powers on in autoscan mode and locks on to active
ports only
L4 - SmartView Multiscreen powers on in autoscan mode and locks on to all ports
L5 – Allow the mouse to run at any speed (default)
L6 – Dont allow the mouse to run at very slow speeds
L7 - Cascade query code = AD (default)
L8 - Cascade query code = EF
T1 - 2 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port (default)
T2 - 5 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port
T3 - 7 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port
T4 - 10 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port
T5 - 15 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port
T6 - 20 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port
T7 - 30 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port
T8 - 60 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port
U1 - SmartView Multiscreen channels are switchable using a 3 button mouse
or IntelliMouse (default)
(SmartView Multiscreen reports 2 button mouse mode to PCs)
U2 - SmartView Multiscreen channels are not switchable using 3 button mouse
or IntelliMouse
(SmartView Multiscreen reports 2 button mouse mode to PCs)
U3 - SmartView Multiscreen channels are not switchable using 3 button mouse
or IntelliMouse
(SmartView Multiscreen reports 3 button mouse mode to PCs)
U4 - SmartView Multiscreen channels are switchable using 3 button mouse
or IntelliMouse
(SmartView Multiscreen reports IntelliMouse mode to PCs)
U5 - SmartView Multiscreen channels are not switchable using 3 button mouse
or IntelliMouse
(SmartView Multiscreen reports IntelliMouse mode to PCs) 
						

							SmartView MultiscreenInstallation and UsePage 17U7 – Cycle between all ports when switching with ‘Hotkeys + Tab’ or three button
mouse (default)
U8 – Cycle between active ports only when switching with ‘Hotkeys + Tab’ or three
button mouse
H1 - Hotkey combination is CTRL + ALT + command key  (default)
H2 - Hotkey combination is CTRL + SHIFT + command key
H3 - Hotkey combination is ALT + SHIFT + command key
H4 - Hotkey combination is RIGHT ALT + command key
H5 - Hotkey combination is LEFT ALT + RIGHT ALT + command key
H6 - Hotkey combination is LEFT CTRL + LEFT ALT + command key
H7 - Hotkey combination is RIGHT CTRL + RIGHT ALT + command key
H8 - No hotkey combination enabled
F1 - Display firmware first digit(Note: F1 is F F followed by 1 1 NOT l l)
F2 - Display firmware second digit
F3 - Display firmware third digit
F5 - Restore PS/2 mouse function
F6 - Restore IntelliMouse function
F8 - RESET all configurations to default settings. (Display confirms with r).
P - Sets password - see section 4.6 for instructions.
E - Exits configure mode and returns the SmartView Multiscreen to normal operation
mode.
2.8 Resetting the SmartView Multiscreen without disconnecting
your devices
The SmartView Multiscreen draws its power from the connected computers and
therefore may only be fully powered down when all the connected computers have
been switched off or disconnected. However, the SmartView Multiscreen may be
reset without disconnecting or powering down your computers by using the reset
switch on the underside of the unit. Performing a reset using this switch performs a
complete hardware reset on the SmartView Multiscreen and is equivalent to
switching off the power. To perform a hardware reset, move option switch 8 to the
ON position (halt and reset) and then back to the OFF position (normal operation). 
						

							SmartView MultiscreenInstallation and UsePage 182.9 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 SmartView Multiscreen 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 settings requested by each of the connected PCs.
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 SmartView Multiscreen 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 SmartView Multiscreen 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
2.10 for details.
Keyboard and mouse mode switching - The SmartView Multiscreen 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 SmartView Multiscreen channel is switched thus ensuring
maximum software compatibility. The keyboard num, caps and scroll lock states are
an obvious example of this process.
2.10 Re-enabling a disconnected PS/2 mouse
If you disconnect the shared PS/2 mouse from the SmartView Multiscreen by
accident during operation then the mouse operation will be lost when the mouse is
plugged back in. To avoid having to reboot the entire system in this situation the
SmartView Multiscreen is fitted with an automatic mouse recovery system.
With the PS/2 mouse disconnected, change the channel using the keypad or
keyboard hotkeys. The SmartView Multiscreen detects that the mouse has been
disconnected and triggers the automatic recovery system. Plug in the PS/2 mouse
and the SmartView Multiscreen will re-initialise it.
Alternatively you can reset the keyboards and mice by holding down the front panel
key for 5 seconds. When the character ‘C’ is displayed on the front of the SmartView 
						

							SmartView MultiscreenInstallation and UsePage 19Multiscreen, press the front panel key again. 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 the control port. It does not affect
the status of any of the other ports on the switch or the CPU connections.
2.11 Hot plugging the SmartView Multiscreen 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
SmartView Multiscreen before installation. However, if this is not possible then most
systems can be hot plugged by using the SmartView Multiscreen’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
plugged 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 SmartView Multiscreen 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 SmartView Multiscreens mouse restoration functions.
Mouse restoration functions should be used with care as unpredictable resultsmay occur if the wrong mouse type is selected. If in doubt restore the mouseby 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 SmartView Multiscreen. 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.