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Password setting
Password protection allows you restrict access to the system only to authorised 
personnel. A password first needs to be set and then, using the keyboard 
attached to the remote X100 module, a simple key sequence allows the system 
to be quickly and securely detached from its peripherals.
To	set	a	password
1  Simultaneously, press the hotkeys (by default, 
 and ) along with  
to enter configuration mode.
2  Press 
 followed by .
3  Now enter your new password, within the following constraints:
•  Passwords are NOT case sensitive,
•  Passwords may be any length from one character to a maximum of forty 
characters,
•  The following keys may NOT be used: 
, , , or  
4  When you have entered the password, press 
 to signal its completion.
5  Press 
 once more to exit configuration mode.
For full details about how to lock and unlock the system using your pass\
word, 
please see the Locking.and.unlocking.the.system section in the ‘Installation 
and operation’ chapter. 
						

							
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Hot plugging and mouse restoration
It is strongly recommended that you switch off the computer system before 
attempting to connect it via the X100 modules. However, if this is not possible 
then you need to ‘hot plug’ the X100 modules while power is still \
applied to 
the system. There is not normally a danger of damage to the system, however, 
when mouse communications are interrupted, often they fail to reinitialise 
when reconnected. X100 modules provide a feature to reinstate mouse 
communications once the necessary connections have been made.
There are two main types of data formats used by current PC mice, these are 
the older ‘PS/2’ format and the more recent ‘IntelliMouse®’ format introduced 
by Microsoft. These use slightly different data arrangements and it is important 
to know which type was being used before you hot-plugged the X100 modules. 
The previous setting depends both on the type of mouse and the type of 
driver as various combinations of PS/2 and Intellimouse are possible. Using the 
incorrect restore function may produce unpredictable results and require the 
system to be rebooted.
Which restore setting do I use?
The general rule is that unless both the mouse and the driver are both 
Intellimouse compatible then you need to restore the mouse as ‘PS/2’. 
Recognising	an	Intellimouse-style	mouse
The Intellimouse format was introduced to support, among other features, the 
scroll wheel function. If your mouse has a scroll wheel, then it is likely to support 
the Intellimouse format. If you have a Microsoft mouse, then it will usually state 
that it is an Intellimouse on its underside label. 
Recognising	an	Intellimouse	driver
Before hot plugging your X100 modules (or afterwards using only keyboard 
control), access the Windows Control Panel and select either the Mouse option 
(on Windows NT, 2000 and XP) or the System option (on Windows 95, 98, ME). 
Look for the name of the driver, which will usually include the words PS/2 or 
Intellimouse.  To	restore	mouse	operation	when	hot	plugging:
1  Carefully connect the X100 modules to the system and its keyboard, mouse, 
monitor and speakers.
2  Simultaneously, press the hotkeys (by default, 
 and ) along with  
to enter configuration mode.
3  Enter the appropriate restore function code:   
• 
PS/2 – press     
• 
IntelliMouse – press       
4  To exit configuration mode, press 
.
5  Move the mouse a short distance and check for appropriate on-screen 
cursor movement. If the mouse cursor darts erratically around the screen, 
then cease moving the mouse. This is an indication that the chosen restore 
function is incorrect. Try again using the other restore function.
Note: The restore functions predict the likely mouse resolution settings\
 but 
may not restore the exact speed or sensitivity settings that were origin\
ally 
set. 
Microsoft and Logitech -specific mouse settings
In certain installations some Logitech mouse drivers may lose the action\
 of the 
mouse buttons when used with the standard ‘Microsoft compatible’ signalling 
protocol used between the modules. To solve this problem, select the ‘Logitech 
compatible’ mouse signalling protocol.
To	change	mouse	signalling	protocols
1  Simultaneously, press the hotkeys (by default, 
 and ) along with  
to enter configuration mode.
2  Enter the appropriate protocol code:   
• 
Microsoft compatible – press     
• 
Logitech compatible – press       
3  To exit configuration mode, press 
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To	apply	remote	user	video	compensation
1  On the keyboard that is connected to the X100 remote module, 
simultaneously, press the hotkeys (by default,  and ) along with  to 
enter configuration mode.
The three keyboard indicators (‘Num Lock’, ‘Caps 
Lock’ and ‘Scroll Lock’) will now begin to flash in 
sequence. The speed of the sequence indicates the 
level of the sharpness adjustment currently applied: 
the slower the rate, the lower the level of sharpness 
being applied.
2  While viewing the displayed screen image, use the following keys to adjust 
the controls:
Sharpness:   for fine adjustment,   for coarse adjustment.
There are 255 sharpness levels (one coarse step jumps 10 levels).
To autoset sharpness: Press    to make the module 
calculate and apply an automatic compensation level - you can 
use this as a starting point for your fine tuning.
Note: If the monitor goes blank and switches off (due to oversetting 
the sharpness adjustment) press the Home key to restore.
Brightness:   for adjustment. There are 255 brightness levels.   
Sharpness
increase		
(coarse)	
Sharpness
decrease		
(coarse)	
Sharpness
increase		
(fine)	
Sharpness
decrease		
(fine)	
Brightnessincrease
Brightnessdecrease
Restore	default	
sharpness	and	
brightness
settings	
Exit	image	
controls	
and	save	
settings	
Video compensation (sharpness and brightness)
Using the in-built X100 controls you can adjust the picture sharpness and 
brightness to improve the remote picture quality. 
Video compensation is best carried out when viewing high contrast images \
with 
vertical edges, such as black lines on a white background. When doing so, if you 
notice that the screen image is ‘fuzzy’ or ‘dark’ then the image controls may not 
be able to solve this condition. 
To	display	a	suitable	high	contrast	image
The best way to clearly view the effect of 
sharpness and brightness adjustments is to display 
a high contrast image, with vertical edges, on the 
screen. 
•  Open a word processor, type the capital letter 
‘H’, or ‘M’ and increase the point size to 72 
or higher. For best results, the background 
should be white and the character should be 
black. 
•  A BLACk
 shadow on the right of the character 
indicates  UNdER compensation.
•  A 
WHITE shadow on the right of the character indicates OVER 
compensation. 
Note: The Word processor method is accurate and quick. However, for the very 
finest video compensation, use the latest Adder “skew” test patt\
ern program 
which shows both the skew pattern and a section of mixed size Hs (black\
 on 
white and white on black).
High	contrast	
black	character	
on	white	
background Black	or	bright	
white	shadow	
on	the	right	
indicates	
the	need	for	
sharpness	
adjustment
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When no shadows are visible and the displayed images have crisp edges, 
press  to exit configuration mode and permanently save all settings.
  The new compensation settings will be stored, even when power is removed 
or if a complete reset is initiated. These settings should not require further 
changes unless the cabling arrangements are altered.  
						

							
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Miscellaneous settings
The following are configuration settings within the modules that are not covered 
in other sections of this guide. These can be achieved once within confi\
guration 
mode by pressing the indicated keys:
Report	X00-series	firmware	version	-	
		
Before initiating this command, ensure that the system is running an application 
that can display typed keys as screen characters - e.g. a word processor 
or Windows Notepad. The current firmware version will be written to the 
application in the form of the letter ‘V’ followed by three numbers - for example 
V201 means version 2.01.
Reset	all	configuration	options	to	default	states	-		
						
Returns all user configurable options to the settings that are installed at 
manufacture. The password will be cleared, however, any current image control 
settings or skew adjustments will not be reset.  
						

							
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Performing flash upgrades
The Adder X100 modules and CAMs are fully reconfigurable via flash upgrades 
using the  kVM Firmware Uploader utility. 
during the upgrade you will be required to connect the X100 module directly 
to a computer system using a special cable. The upgrade utility will upd\
ate the 
firmware of the X100 and also temporarily transform it so that it can update th\
e 
CAM unit. Once completed, the X100 will return to its normal operation. 
The kVM Firmware Uploader utility is available from the Adder Technology 
website (www.adder.com) and allows you to check the current revision of the 
X100 firmware. Full instructions are provided with the download file. 
						

							
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Further information
Getting assistance
•  Adder.Technology.website – www.adder.com
  Check the Support section of our website for the latest solutions and dr\
iver 
files.
• 
Email – [email protected]
• 
Fax   in the Uk:  05	00
    in the US:  +		5	
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Phone  in the Uk:  05	00
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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 pr\
oduct that you 
are unable to resolve, please contact your supplier.
Safety information
•  For use in dry, oil free indoor environments only.
•  do not use to link between buildings.
•  Ensure that all twisted pair interconnect cables are installed in compliance 
with all applicable wiring regulations. 
•  do not connect CATx link interfaces (RJ45 style connectors) to any other 
equipment, particularly network or telecommunications equipment.
•  Warning – the power adapter contains live parts.
•  No user serviceable parts are contained within the power adapter - do not 
dismantle.
•  Plug the power adapter into a socket outlet close to the X100 module tha\
t it 
is powering.
•  Replace the power adapter with a manufacturer approved type only. 
•  do not use the power adapter if the power adapter case becomes damaged, 
cracked or broken or if you suspect that it is not operating properly.
•  If you use a power extension cord with the X100 module, make sure the 
total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord do 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 t\
he 
wall outlet’s ampere rating.
•  do not attempt to service the modules yourself.
•  The X100 module and power supply can get warm in operation – do not 
situate them in an enclosed space without any ventilation. 
•  The X100 module does not provide ground isolation and should not be used 
for any applications that require ground isolation or galvanic isolation.  
						

							
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Radio Frequency Energy
A Category 5 (or better) twisted pair cable must be used to connect th\
e 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 89/336/EEC
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 tech\
nician 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 com\
puting 
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 emissi\
ons 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 radioé\
lectriques dépassant 
les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe A presc\
rites dans 
le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectriques publié par le m\
inistère des 
Communications du Canada. 
						

							
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© 2006 Adder Technology Limited
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Release 1.0b
december 2006
Part No. Add0067
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