ADDER CCS-PRO8 User manual

CCS-PRO
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Introduction
Introduction...........................................................................................................2
What is Free-Flow?..............................................................................................3
CCS-PRO4 features.............................................................................................4
CCS-PRO8 features.............................................................................................5
Supplied items.......................................................................................................6
Optional extras.....................................................................................................7
Installation
Locations................................................................................................................8
Mounting ................................................................................................................8
Connections ..........................................................................................................9
User console ...................................................................................................9
Computer systems.......................................................................................10
Power connections ......................................................................................11
Optional remote control............................................................................12
Optional LED monitor indicator connections.......................................13
Switching control via the network port..................................................14
Switching control via the Options port ..................................................15
Conguration
Initial conguration ............................................................................................16
Accessing the CCS Manager......................................................................16
Status page.....................................................................................................17
General conguration .................................................................................18
Network settings..........................................................................................19
User accounts ...............................................................................................20
Clipboard .......................................................................................................21
Factory reset.................................................................................................22
Upgrade..........................................................................................................23
Free-Flow conguration ...................................................................................24
Installing the standard conguration application ......................................24
Conguring a standard Free-Flow system..............................................24
Multi-Monitor Free-Flow conguration ..................................................26
Conguring LED monitor indicators .......................................................28
Additional Free-Flow operations and settings.......................................29
Installing and conguring the USB Clipboard utility...................................30
Operation
Selecting a computer.........................................................................................32
Using Copy and Paste........................................................................................35
Further information
Getting assistance ..............................................................................................36
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................37
Appendix 1 - Cable pin-outs ...........................................................................38
Appendix 2 - What is True Emulation? ..........................................................39
Appendix 3 - Open source licences...............................................................40
Index
Contents

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Introduction
INTRODUCTION
The CCS-PRO* series of switches are focussed upon allowing you to
seamlessly access multiple computers and their display screens, using common
peripherals.
CCS-PRO switches allow you to use a single USB keyboard and USB mouse
to full functions that previously required four or eight separate sets. This
provides immediate savings in both desk space and also the time required to
access and control systems and screens.The CCS-PRO4 supports up to four
connected systems while the larger CCS-PRO8 allows up to eight systems to
be accessed.
CCS-PRO switches feature our True Emulation technology, which ensures that
the full characteristics of the connected USB keyboard and mouse are passed
to every system.
In addition to switching the keyboard and mouse, the CCS-PRO switches can
also share a set of speakers and two separate USB peripherals between the
various systems.This can be done either in concert with the keyboard and
mouse (and each other) or totally independently.
CCS-PRO switches can be used in combination with various Adder extender
products (such as AdderLink Innity, X50 and X-DVIPRO) to extend the
distance between the user and the computers under control.
Switching between the systems connected to the CCS-PRO switches can be
achieved in six different ways:
• The innovative Free-Flow automatic switching utility,
• The COMPUTER button on the front panel,
• Keyboard hotkey combinations,
• Mouse button combinations,
• Remote control via an external system,
• The optional remote control selector.
Where additional feedback is required as to which systems and screens are
selected at any time, the optional CCS-XB kit provides discreet stick-on LED
monitor indicators.When a system/screen is selected, a corresponding LED
monitor indicator illuminates (in a choice of colours) to conrm the action.
The optional USB Clipboard application can be used to allow text to be
copied and pasted between any of the connected systems.A special utility
program (and Microsoft .NET v4.0 or above) must be pre-installed on each
computer that requires use of the cut and paste facility.
Free-Flow
An innovative in-built utility that allows the unit
to automatically switch between channels by
monitoring the mouse pointer position.
The keyboard/mouse, the speakers and two individual
USB channels can be collectively or separately
switched through to each PC system using a variety
of manual and/or automatic switching methods.
The CCS-PRO8 is depicted here with its maximum
of eight computers and screen. CCS-PRO4 models
support up to four computers and screens.
Internal
network
Remote
configuration
and control
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* References to CCS-PRO apply equally to both
the CCS-PRO4 and CCS-PRO8 products.

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WHAT IS FREE-FLOW?
Adder Free-Flow delivers an innovation in K/M switching. Using Free-Flow you can
automatically switch between target computers simply by moving the mouse pointer
from screen to screen.
Adder Free-Flow resides on the CCS-PRO switch itself, sensing screen boundaries and
instantaneously switching keyboard and mouse (and related peripherals) to the dened
target computer. Free-Flow can be congured for almost any combination of screens,
which allows you to declare the individual screen sizes and visually position each one
relative to the others.
Free-Flow consists of special code within the CCS-PRO switch plus an intuitive graphical
conguration application. First you inform the Free-Flow conguration application how
many screens you have, their pixel resolutions and how they are physically arranged (e.g
side-by-side, vertical stack, square formation, etc.). You then download this information to
the CCS-PRO switch and this is used during operation to determine the precise moment
to switch from one screen/system to the next.
The beauty of Free-Flow is its simplicity of conguration and operation. Once the initial
conguration has taken place, all monitoring and switching is handled within the CCS-
PRO without need for extra connections or software utilities.
Issues when using Free-Flow
• When computers and their displays are not currently selected, the CCS-PRO ‘parks’
their mouse pointers in the bottom right corner of the screen. In most cases this will
cause no issues, however, it may be noticeable in circumstances such as the following:
• If the task bar is set to auto hide and it is positioned either along the bottom of the
screen (as default) or along the right hand side, then the task bar will automatically
reappear when the mouse pointer is parked.
• When playing full screen video, the on-screen controls (play, pause, seek etc.) will
very likely be revealed when the mouse pointer is parked.
• To cure the either of the above issues, it is possible to alter the mouse parking
position.
• The mouse will not ow across the screens while any mouse buttons are pressed
down - this prevents undesired behaviour when dragging windows around or group-
selecting items.
• Free-Flow is not supported on Linux operating system.
• Multi-Monitor Free-Flow is for use with the Windows operating system only and
requires specialist driver to be installed on each PC. See Multi-Monitor Free-Flow
conguration for details. More information
• Free-Flow conguration
• Multi-Monitor Free-Flow conguration
• Operation: Selecting a computer
As you move the mouse
between screens, Free-Flow
works in the background
to switch the keyboard and
mouse to the corresponding
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CCS-PRO4 FEATURES
The unit is contained within a slimline metal casing that measures just 290 x 128 x 31mm.
Indicators
The upper four indicators (K/M, SPK, USB1, USB2) show which peripherals are switched to
the current computer channel OR (as you begin pressing the MODE button) the peripherals
that will be switched during the next press(es) of the COMPUTER button.
The lower four indicators scroll across in sequence when the Free-Flow utility is engaged.
The seven segment numeric display indicates the computer channel that is currently active.
COMPUTER button
Press to change to the
next computer channel.
MODE button
Press to determine which
peripherals should be
switched to another
computer channel
(will occur when the
COMPUTER button is
pressed.
Options port
IMPORTANT: Do not connect the OPTIONS port to any network.
This 10p10c port can separately support the following functions:
• Remote control - allows channel switching either using an optional Adder RC4 four button
remote control unit (see Optional RC4 remote control) or a computer with serial port.
• LED monitor indicators - the optional CCS-XB module links to here and provides multiple
light up monitor indicators.
User console
Connect a USB
keyboard and mouse
plus optional speakers
to these connectors.
(see What is True
Emulation?).
Computer channels
Connect a USB port (v1.1 or 2.0)
and (optionally) an audio output
from each computer to each of
these four channels.
Dual power inputs
In order to provide redundancy
Switched USB ports
Optionally connect up to
two USB devices to these
connectors.These ports are
switched in an enumerated
manner.
Network port
Can be used to remotely congure the
CCS-PRO4 and/or control switching from
an external source, such as a Crestron™,
AMX™ or similar controller (see
Switching control via the network port
for details).
Micro USB port
Reserved for future use.

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COMPUTERK/M SPK USB1 USB2 MODE
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CCS-PRO8
INDOOR USE ONLY
12V 1.5A 12V 1.5A 8473
6251
USER
CONSOLE
OPTIONS
DO NOT CONNECT
TO NETWORK!
USB 1
USB 2
USB 2.0
SWITCHED
CCS-PRO8 FEATURES
The unit is contained within a slimline metal casing that measures just 433 x 158 x 31mm.
Indicators
The upper four indicators (K/M, SPK, USB1, USB2) show which peripherals are switched to
the current computer channel OR (as you begin pressing the MODE button) the peripherals
that will be switched during the next press(es) of the COMPUTER button.
The lower four indicators scroll across in sequence when the Free-Flow utility is engaged.
The seven segment numeric display indicates the computer channel that is currently active.
COMPUTER button
Press to change to the
next computer channel.
MODE button
Press to determine which
peripherals should be
switched to another
computer channel
(will occur when the
COMPUTER button is
pressed.
Options port
IMPORTANT: Do not connect the OPTIONS port to any network.
This 10p10c port can separately support the following functions:
• Remote control - allows channel switching either using an optional Adder RC8 eight button
remote control unit (see Optional RC4 remote control) or a computer with serial port.
• LED monitor indicators - the optional CCS-XB module links to here and provides multiple
light up monitor indicators.
User console
Connect a USB
keyboard and mouse
plus optional speakers
to these connectors.
(see What is True
Emulation?).
Computer channels
Connect a USB port (v1.1 or 2.0)
and (optionally) an audio output
from each computer to each of
these eight channels.
Dual power inputs
In order to provide
redundancy
Switched USB ports
Optionally connect up to
two USB devices to these
connectors.These ports are
switched in an enumerated
manner.
Network port
Can be used to remotely congure the
CCS-PRO8 and/or control switching from
an external source, such as a Crestron™,
AMX™ or similar controller (see
Switching control via the network port
for details).
Micro USB
port
Reserved for
future use.

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SUPPLIED ITEMS
Information wallet
containing:
Four self-adhesive rubber feet
Safety document
Adder CCS-PRO4
Power adapter with locking
connector and country-
specic power cord
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CCS-PRO8
COMPUTER MODE
KVM SPK USB1 USB2
Adder CCS-PRO8
OR

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OPTIONAL EXTRAS
Standard 3m CAT5 patch lead
Part number: VSC23
Audio cable 2m (3.5mm stereo jacks)
Part number: VSC22
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3
2
1
ADDER
RC4 remote control
plus standard 3m patch lead
Part number: RC4-8P8C
USB cable 2m (type A to B)
Part number: VSC24
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CCS-XB
CCS-XB controller
LED monitor indicator x 4
(or x 8)
Part number (each): CCS-LED
Four self-adhesive
rubber feet
CATx link cable
Part number: VSC46
CCS-XB and CCS-XB8 LED monitor indicator kits
Kits are available for both switch models - the only difference between the two
kits are the numbers of LED indicators supplied within the kit: 4 or 8.
Additional power adapter
with locking connector
Part number: PSU-IEC-12VDC-1.5A
Serial cable
Part number: VSC40
Country-specic power cords
CAB-IEC-AUS (Austrailia)
CAB-IEC-EURO (Central Europe)
CAB-IEC-UK (United Kingdom)
CAB-IEC-USA (United States)
CCS-PRO4 rack mount brackets
plus four screws
Part number: RMK9
2
1
4
3
6
5
8
7
RC8 remote control
plus standard 3m patch lead
Part number: RC8
CCS-PRO8 rack mount brackets
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Installation
LOCATIONS
Please consider the following important points when planning the position of the CCS-
PRO switch:
• Situate the CCS-PRO switch close to the systems to which it will be connected and
near to a source of mains power.
• Thanks to Free-Flow, (and/or the optional remote control) the CCS-PRO switch can
be situated out of sight within the cabling cradle of a desk, standard rack mount or
placed adjacent to the connected systems.
• Consult the precautions listed within the Safety information section.
MOUNTING
Before you begin connecting to the keyboard, mouse and source systems, it is advisable
to mount the CCS-PRO switch in place, either:
• On a horizontal surface using the supplied self adhesive feet,
• In a standard 19” rack mount (using optional brackets), or
• Amongst the cabling at the rear of the desk.
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4 Audio: Where required, connect the lead from your
speakers to the audio socket.
3 USB devices: Where required, attach the leads from your USB
peripherals to the USB sockets labeled USB1 and USB2.
CONNECTIONS
Connections do not need to be carried out in the order given within this guide, however,
where possible connect the power in as a nal step
User console
The ports that make up the user console are where you attach the peripherals which
will be shared between the computer systems. Ensure that power is disconnected from
the switch.
To connect peripherals to the user console
1 Position your peripheral devices in the vicinity of the switch such that their cables will
easily reach.
2 Keyboard and mouse: Attach the leads from your USB keyboard
and mouse to the USB sockets specically labelled with
keyboard and mouse symbols.The keyboard and mouse
will operate in any of the USB sockets, however, True
Emulation is not available on sockets labeled USB1
or USB2.
From speakers
From USB keyboard and mouse
From USB peripherals
Support for optical S/PDIF audio
The Line In sockets on the computer ports and
the Line Out socket on the user console are
dual purpose.They can accept either 3.5mm
analog jacks or mini- TOSLINK optical ber
connectors.The latter provide access to the
optical S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital InterFace)
capabilities supported by the AdderView CCS-
PRO system, which switches PCM (Pulse Code
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Computer systems
Each computer system is connected to the CCS-PRO switch using (up to) two cables.
• CCS-PRO switches support USB 2.0 (incl. USB 1.1) connections.
To connect a computer system
1 Ensure that power is disconnected from the CCS-PRO4 switch and the system to be
connected.
2 Use a USB cable (type-A to type-B) to link a USB port on the computer system to the
USB port of the required channel on the rear of the switch.
3 If required, use a stereo audio link cable (3.5mm jacks at either end) to link the
speaker port on the computer system to the audio port of the required channel on
the rear of the switch.
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Power connections
The CCS-PRO switch is supplied with a single power adapter but offers the facility to
use a second input in order to provide operational redundancy.The CCS-PRO unit can
operate perfectly well from a single power adapter operating alone.When two adapters
are connected, the unit will spread its load between them; should one power input fail,
100% of the load will be transferred to the other power adapter without a break in
operation. Remote checking of the power inputs is possible at any time via the browser
interface - see Status page for details.
There is no on/off switch on the CCS-PRO unit, so operation begins as soon as power is
applied at either port.
To connect the power supply
1 Attach the output connector of the supplied power
adapter to either of the two power input sockets
on the left side of the rear panel.
Note:The outer sleeve of each power connector will retract slightly as it locks into place.
2 Connect the IEC connector of the supplied country-specic power cord to the socket
of the power adapter.
3 Connect the power cord to a nearby main supply socket.
4 Where power redundancy is required, repeat steps 1 to 3 for a second power adapter.
To disconnect a power adapter
1 Isolate the power adapter from the mains supply.
Note: If you are replacing one of dual power adapters during operation, it is not necessary to
also remove power from the other adapter.
2 Grasp the outer body of the power adapter plug where it connects with the CCS-
PRO unit.
3 Gently pull the body of the outer plug away from the switch.As the body of the plug
slides back, it will release from the socket and you can fully withdraw the whole plug.
IMPORTANT: Please read and adhere to the electrical safety information
given within the Safety information section of this guide. In particular, do not use
an unearthed power socket or extension cable.
Note: Both the switch and its power supplies generate heat when in operation and will become
warm to the touch. Do not enclose them or place them in locations where air cannot circulate
to cool the equipment. Do not operate the equipment in ambient temperatures exceeding
40 degrees Centigrade. Do not place the products in contact with equipment whose surface
temperature exceeds 40 degrees Centigrade.
Input 1
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RC4 remote
Optional remote control
The optional RC4 and RC8 remote control units (part numbers: RC4-8P8C and RC8,
respectively) can be used to provide direct push button access to any channel from your
desktop. Both remote controls are supplied with 3 meter cables that are used to link
with the OPTIONS port on the rear panel of the switches.
IMPORTANT: Do not connect the OPTIONS port to any network.
To connect the remote control
1 Connect either end of the supplied cable to the socket at the rear of the RC4/RC8
remote control.
2 Connect the other end of the cable to the OPTIONS
port on the rear panel of the switch.
4
3
2
1
CCS-XB
Patch cable
Adder P/N: VSC23
(Included in RC4-8P8C kit)
Using a remote control with the optional CCS-XB module
When the optional CCS-XB LED monitor indicator module is used with the CCS-PRO
switch, it requires permanent use of the latter’s OPTIONS port which would otherwise
be used to attach the RC4 remote.
However, the CCS-XB module has an output port that provides a link through to the
OPTIONS port (to which it is connected) that can be used to attach the RC4 remote.
To connect the remote control to the CCS-XB module
1 Use the Adder Free-Flow utility to program the CCS-PRO switch (see the section
Conguring LED monitor indicators).
2 Use the patch cable supplied with the RC4/8 kit to link the remote control to the TO
KEYPAD OR PC port of the CCS-XB module.
 The remote control can now be used in the usual manner to select the required
channels.
IMPORTANT: Do not
connect the OPTIONS
port to any network.
2
1
4
3
6
5
8
7
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Optional LED monitor indicator connections
The optional CCS-XB module enables you to add LED (Light Emitting Diode) monitor
indicators to each of your video display screens to show which are active.
The CCS-XB module connects to the OPTIONS port of the main CCS-PRO switch. Each
individual LED monitor indicator then connects to one of the ten ports on the CCS-XB
module.
To connect the CCS-XB module and monitor indicators
1 Remove power from the switch. Use the at 1m cable supplied with the CCS-XB kit
to link the module to the OPTIONS port of the CCS-PRO switch.
Note: If an optional RC4 or RC8 remote control is connected to the Options port, remove this
rst. It can be attached to the CCS-XB module later (see here).
Warning: Do not attempt to connect using a longer cable, as this is likely to
affect performance.
2 Link each LED monitor indicator to a port on the CCS-XB
module - ports 1 to 4 are most commonly used.
Adder CCS-PRO
switch
Link cable
Adder P/N: VSC46
(Included in CCS-XB kit)
Adder CCS-XB
module
3 You need to tell the CCS-PRO which LED monitor indicator to illuminate (and in
which colour) for each channel.To do this connect your computer to the CCS-PRO
switch via a network connection and use the Free-Flow application. Please see the
section Conguring LED monitor indicators.
4 Apply power to the switch.
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CCS-XB
LED monitor indicator with
3 meter lead
Port 2
Port 3
Port 4
Insert the lead for
the rst indicator
into port 1
Each indicator has an adhesive pad to
assist with mounting on your video
displays.
IMPORTANT: Do not
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Switching control via the network port
The network port allows switching to be controlled by commands issued from an
external system such as a Crestron™ or AMX™ controller.
Connecting to a network for remote control
1 Use a standard patch cable to link the network port ( ) of the CCS-PRO unit to a
network switch.
Link from
network
switch
Issuing remote switching commands via the network port
The Application Programming Interface (API) for the CCS-PRO requires the controlling
system to send an HTTP Get request to the following location:
• <ipaddress>/cgi-bin/channel
The following parameters are available:
• km=<channel> Switches the keyboard and mouse to the dened channel.
• spk=<channel> Switches the speakers to the dened channel.
• usb1=<channel> Switches USB port 1 to the dened channel.
• usb2=<channel> Switches USB port 2 to the dened channel.
An example string is: 192.168.1.22/cgi-bin/channel?km=3&spk=4&usb1=2&usb2=1
The above example would switch the keyboard and mouse to channel 3, the speakers to
channel 4, USB port 1 to channel 2 and USB port 2 to channel 1.
Note: If security is enabled then the client must be authenticated before you are able to access
the CCS-PRO.
2 Ensure that the CCS-PRO network port is correctly congured to a subnet that is
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Switching control via the Options port
The OPTIONS port allows an external serial input, typically from a computer, to control
the selection of the various channels. You can use either an optional serial cable (part
number VSC40) or alternatively construct a custom cable to link the CCS-PRO switch
and the computer. For pin-out details of the custom cable, see Appendix 1.
Upon receipt of the correct code, the CCS-PRO will switch immediately to the
appropriate channel.
Connecting a computer for remote control
The cable link from the computer needs to connect the transmit (TXD) line of the
computer to the receive (RXD) input of the CCS-PRO and also link the ground
terminals (GND) of the two devices. See Appendix 1 for details.
To connect a computer remote control
1 Use an optional serial cable to link the OPTIONS port on the rear panel of the CCS-
PRO switch and a vacant serial port on the computer.
Note: If the optional CCS-XB module is used with the CCS-PRO, connect the computer instead
to the TO KEYPAD OR PC port on the CCS-XB module.
IMPORTANT: Do not
connect the OPTIONS
port to any network.
Serial port parameter settings
Ensure that the chosen serial port is congured to the following:
• Baud rate: 1200
• Data bits: 8
• Stop bit: 1
• Parity: None
Channel selection codes
ASCII
Character Hex Decimal
• Channel 1: ‘1’ 0x31 49
• Channel 2: ‘2’ 0x32 50
• Channel 3: ‘3’ 0x33 51
• Channel 4: ‘4’ 0x34 52
• Channel 5: ‘5’ 0x35 53
• Channel 6: ‘6’ 0x36 54
• Channel 7: ‘7’ 0x37 55
• Channel 8: ‘8’ 0x38 56
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Conguration
INITIAL CONFIGURATION
The conguration, monitoring and management of the CCS-PRO unit is performed using
the in-built Adder CCS Manager utility which is accessible via the network connection
using a standard web browser.
Accessing the CCS Manager
To access the CCS Manager
1 Use a computer that is directly or indirectly (i.e. via a network switch) connected to
the CCS-PRO unit. If you need to make a temporary connection, see right Ü
2 Run a web browser on your computer and enter the IP address of the CCS-PRO.The
default setting is: 192.168.1.22
3 If requested, enter your username and password to log on.
Note:The default username and password are ‘admin’ and ‘password’ respectively.
The opening page of the CCS Manager should be displayed:
Temporary link from
your computer
To temporarily connect a computer to the network port
1 If you need to make a temporary connection for conguration purposes, use a
standard patch cable (cross-over or straight connections are both supported)
to link the Ethernet 10/100 network port ( ) of the CCS-PRO unit to your
computer’s network port.
Logging out
There is no log out option. You merely need to close the browser that you are using to
access the CCS Manager.
Note: If the CCS-PRO has been previously congured and those settings are unknown, see the
Troubleshooting section for details about reverting to the default settings.
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Status page
The Status page provides details about the dual power inputs, the internal operating
temperature and also allows you to switch peripheral channels.
To display the Status page
1 Access the CCS Manager.
2 The Status page is the rst to be displayed, however, if necessary, click the Status
button shown on the left side:The page will be displayed:
Channel control
The Channel control section shows the computers to which each of the user console
peripheral channels are switched. You can use these entries to individually switch each
peripheral to any of the computers.
To switch peripherals between channels
1 Access the CCS Manager.
2 If necessary, on the left side, click the Status button.
3 In the Channel control section, click the numeric eld to
the right of the required peripheral channel, (e.g. KM channel,
speaker channel, etc.) to reveal a drop down list.
4 Click the number of the computer to which the peripheral
should be switched. The CCS-PRO front panel display will
respond when peripheral channels are switched:
• The main seven digit number shows the computer to which
the KM (Keyboard and Mouse) channel is connected.
• If any of the other channels are switched to a different channel than the KM, their
respective indicators will ash.
Provides power
input and internal
temperature details as
well as the unit’s xed
MAC address.
Indicates to which computer
channels the various user console
peripherals are currently connected.
You can click these to switch any
peripheral to another channel.
Click here to
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General conguration
The General conguration page contains various switching and identication options.
To display the General conguration page
1 Access the CCS Manager.
2 On the left side, click the Conguration button.
Basic options
Within the General conguration page you can adjust various Basic options:
• Hotkeys - CCS-PRO switches use and as their standard hotkeys.These can
be changed if they clash with other software or hardware within the installation (Ctrl +
Shift,Alt + Shift, .Right Alt, etc.).
• Default switching mode - Determines the standard switching mode to be used at
power on (All, KM + speaker, KM only, etc.).
• Mouse switching - You can enable or disable mouse switching to suit your
installation requirements.
• Options port mode - Determines how the serial Options port should function.
Choices are Serial control to received switching commands from a computer or RC4 (or
RC8) compatible for use with optional Adder remote controls.
• Options port speed - When the setting above is set to Serial control, this setting
allows you to choose the communication speed (110 to 230400 baud).
• Port cycling - Determines which computer ports should be visited when the user
issues an instruction (either by mouse buttons or keyboard hotkeys + tab) to cycle to
the next port. Options are Cycle all ports (even those that are not active) or Cycle only
active ports.
• Audio mixing - Allows you to route the audio channels from any (or all) computers
to the user’s speakers, regardless of which computer is currently switched through to
the user console.This is useful for hearing alerts that may be sounded by computers.
Place a tick next to each computer whose audio you wish to route through to the
user console at all times.
Keep alive options
This feature is used to prevent selected computers from going into sleep mode by
emulating activity on the mouse/keyboard.Two modes are possible:
• On activity - When chosen, keep alive activities are sent every 15 seconds as long as
the local console is in use.When the local console is not in use then no keep alives are
sent.
• Always - When chosen, keep alive activities are sent continuously every 15 seconds.
Channels: Place a tick next to each computer that needs to be kept awake.
Switch identication
This section allows you to optionally apply Name, Description and Location details to the
CCS-PRO. For larger installations where multiple units exist, this information can be
very useful for identication purposes. Additionally, the Name entry is also used when
performing a DHCP search.
If the Name and Location entries are set, they will be displayed at the top of each CCS
Manager page as the Switch ID (replacing the MAC address).

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Network settings
To display the Network settings page
1 Access the CCS Manager.
2 On the left side, click the Conguration button.
3 On the left side, click the Network settings option.
The various network settings are as follows:
• Require a username and password to logon - When ticked, the unit will request
a valid username and password before allowing access to the CCS Manager.
• Obtain IP address automatically (DHCP) - When ticked, the unit will derive
its IP address, netmask and gateway settings from the DHCP (Dynamic Host
Conguration Protocol) server on the local network. Additionally, the optional Name
entry entered within the General Conguration section can also be used when
performing a DHCP search.
• Address, Netmask and Gateway - When the setting above is unticked, these three
elds are used to dene the fundamental network settings of the CCS-PRO unit. The
default settings are as follows:
• Address: 192.168.1.22
• Netmask: 255.255.255.0
• Gateway: 192.168.1.1
When the Obtain IP address... option is ticked, these three elds will display the
settings that were dened by the DHCP server.