ADDERLink Manual

AdderLinkInstallation and UsePage 10Figure 3 – Mounting the AdderLink in the optional 19 inch rack mounting kit 

AdderLinkInstallation and UsePage 111.4 Package contents
AdderLink package contents (part code: ALTX/ALRX)
QuantityDescription1  AdderLink XL transmitter unit1  AdderLink XR receiver unit1 Instruction manual1   Power adapter for the XR receiver unit(Please note that the XL transmitter unit does not normally require a power adapter
because it draws its power from the computer via the keyboard interface cable. A
second power adapter is therefore NOT SUPPLIED but may be purchased
separately for video only...

AdderLinkInstallation and UsePage 12AdderLink cable pack (part code: VSCP5)
This cable pack is suitable for connecting your computer to the AdderLink XL unit. It
is also suitable for connecting your computer to the AdderLink Gold XL unit or the
AdderLink Gold XR unit if you do not wish to use speakers or microphones. Your
PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse and monitor may be plugged into the AdderLink
directly.
QuantityDescription1     High resolution tri-coax video cable - 2 metres long2    PS/2 keyboard/mouse...

AdderLinkInstallation and UsePage 13AdderLink Gold cable pack (part code: VSCP6)
This cable pack is suitable for connecting a computer to the AdderLink Gold XL unit
and a second computer to the AdderLink Gold XR unit. Your PS/2 keyboard, PS/2
mouse, monitor, stereo speakers and microphone may be plugged into the
AdderLink Gold directly.
QuantityDescription2     High resolution tri-coax video cables - 2 metres long4   PS/2 keyboard/mouse cables - 2 metres long4Stereo speaker/microphone audio cables – 2...

AdderLinkInstallation and UsePage 142. Installation2.1 What you will need  A category 5 (or better) twisted pair cable of the required length to connect the
AdderLink XL and XR units together. These cables contain 4 pairs of twisted
wires. Specifications and recommended cable types are given in appendix A.
AdderLink supports cable lengths up to 200 metres. Structured wiring within
buildings may also be used together with suitable patch cables but the number of
cable connections should be kept to a...

AdderLinkInstallation and UsePage 15  A suitable mouse driver for your PC(s). 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)
If you have the AdderLink Gold then you may also require:  An additional set of computer cables to connect your additional computer to the
AdderLink Gold XR unit.  An additional keyboard, mouse and monitor of the type...

AdderLinkInstallation and UsePage 162.2 Mounting the AdderLink
The AdderLink has been designed to be used either on a desktop or mounted in a
19 inch rack. If the AdderLink is to be mounted in a 19 inch rack then you will need
the optional rack mounting kit (part code: RMK-AL). The AdderLink may also be
mounted on a suitable vertical surface, such as the side of a desk, with the use of
strong Velcro strips.
2.3 Connecting your devices
Ensure that the power adapter is disconnected from the AdderLink and...

AdderLinkInstallation and UsePage 17Figure 4 – A typical AdderLink installation 

AdderLinkInstallation and UsePage 18Figure 5 – A typical AdderLink Gold installation 

AdderLinkInstallation and UsePage 192.4 Configuring your PC(s)
Configure your PC in the same way that you would if your keyboard, mouse,
speakers, microphone and monitor were all connected directly to your PC, but
bearing in mind the following points:  AdderLink emulates Microsoft compatible serial, IntelliMouse 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.  AdderLink supports...