ATEN MasterView CS-1732A User manual

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User Manual
CS-1732A
CS-1734A

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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. 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 communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
wReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
wIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
wConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
which the receiver is connected.
wConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for
help.

Packing List
The complete Master View CS-1732A/ CS-1734Apackage consists of:
w1 CS-1732Aor CS-1734AKVM Switch
w2 CS Custom KVM Cables (CS-1732A)
w4 CS Custom KVM Cables (CS-1734A)
w1 Firmware Upgrade Cable
w1 User Manual
w1 Quick Start Guide
Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing was damaged in
shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer.
Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures
carefully to prevent any damage to the unit, and/or any of the devices that connect to it.
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©Copyright 2004-2005 ATEN®International Co., Ltd.
Manual Part No. PAPE-0232-2ATG
Printed in China 10/2005
All brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners.

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Contents
1. Introduction
Features ................................2
Hardware Requirements........................3
Console..............................3
Computer.............................3
Cables ..............................3
2. Hardware Setup
CS-1732A/ CS-1734AFront View ..................5
CS-1732A/ CS-1734ARear View ..................7
Before you Begin ...........................9
Cable Connection ...........................9
Hot Plugging .............................12
Powering Off and Restarting.....................12
Port Numbering ...........................12
3. Hotkey Operation
Port Switching ............................13
Cycling Through the Ports ...................13
Going Directly to a Port ....................14
Auto Scanning .........................15
Hotkey Setting Mode ........................16
Invoking HSM .........................16
Alternate HSM Invocation Keys ................16
Alternate Port Switching Keys .................17
Keyboard Operating Platform .................17
List Hotkey Settings ......................18
USB Reset ...........................18
Hotkey Beeper Control .....................18
Disable Port Switching Keys ..................18
Restore Default Settings ....................19
HSM Summary Table......................19
Keyboard Emulation .........................20
Sun Keyboard..........................20
Mac Keyboard .........................21
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4. The Firmware Upgrade Utility
Before You Begin ..........................23
Starting the Upgrade .........................24
Upgrade Succeeded .......................27
Upgrade Failed .........................27
Appendix
Specifications ............................29
Troubleshooting ...........................30
Limited Warranty ........................31
Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
Courier Indicates text that you should key in.
[ ] Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to
press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear to-
gether in the same bracket with a plus sign between them:
[Ctrl+Alt].
1. Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps.
wBullet lists provide information, but do not involve sequential
steps.
ÄIndicates movement through a series. For example, Start ÄRun
means to open the Start menu, and then select Run.
Indicates critical information.
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Chapter 1.
Introduction
Overview
The Master View CS-1732Aand CS-1734Arepresent a revolutionary new direction in
KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) Switches. The CS-1732Aand CS-1734Aare dual
function two and four Port KVM Switches combined with 2 Port USB Hubs. As KVM
switches, they allow users to access two and four computers from a single USB
keyboard, USB mouse, and monitor console. The CS-1732A/ CS-1734Aimproves on
previous designs by giving the user a choice of either transferring keyboard and mouse
data to the computers via a USB connection, or with the traditional PS/2 connection.
If a USB connection is used, the CS-1732A/ CS-1734A‘s integrated two-port USB hub
is available to each of the computers. This permits each computer to access any
peripherals connected to the hub on a ‘one computer at a time’ basis.
The CS-1732A/ CS-1734A‘s asynchronous switching feature allows independent
switching of the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus. If you wish, you can give one
computer the KVM console focus, another the USB hub focus, while a third has the
audio focus. You can work on a spreadsheet on one compute, for example, while you
print from a second computer at the same time, thus eliminating the need to purchase
separate USB hubs or peripheral sharers.
Recognizing the increased importance of sound, the CS-1732A/ CS-1734Ais audio enabled.
A single microphone can provide audio input to each of the computers, and you can listen to
the audio output of each computer on a single set of speakers (on a one-at-a-time basis).
Setup is fast and easy; simply plug cables into their appropriate ports. There is no software to
configure, no installation routines, and no incompatibility problems. Since the CS-1732A/
CS-1734Aintercepts keyboard input directly, it works on multiple operating platforms
(PC compatible, Mac*, Sun*, etc.). There are two convenient methods to access the
computers: push button port selection switches located on the unit’s front panel; and
Hotkey combinations entered from the keyboard.
Since a single console manages all of the computers, the CS-1732A/ CS-1734A
installation: 1) eliminates the expense of having to purchase separate console
components for each computer; 2) saves all the space those extra components would
take up; 3) saves on energy costs; and 4) eliminates the inconvenience and wasted effort
involved in constantly moving from one computer to another.
*Mac and Sun computers must use the USB cable connection (see p. 3).
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Features
wDual function KVM-USB switch
wOne console controls 2 (CS-1732A) or 4 (CS-1734A) computers and two additional
USB devices
wDual interface support - PS/2 or USB keyboard and mouse data transport*
wIndependent (asynchronous) switching of KVM and peripheral USB ports
wFully compliant with the USB 1.1 specification - supports transfer rates of 1.5/12
Mbps
wComputer selection via front panel switches and Hotkeys
wLED Display For Easy Status Monitoring
wAuto Scan Mode for monitoring all computers
wComplete keyboard emulation for error free booting
wSuperior video quality - 2048x1536; DDC2B
wEasy installation - no software required
wHot pluggable - add or remove computers for maintenance without powering down
the switch
wSupports Windows, Mac, and Sun host systems
wWindows 98SE / ME / 2000 / XP; Mac OS8.6 or higher; Solaris; Linux
*For PC compatible computers. Mac and Sun computers must use the USB cable
connection (see p. 3).
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Hardware Requirements
Console
wA VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will
be using on any computer in the installation.
wA USB style mouse
wA USB style keyboard
Computer
The following equipment must be installed on each computer:
wA VGA, SVGA or Multisync card.
wType A USB port, or PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports.
Cables
Only CS Custom cable sets specifically designed to work with this switch may be used
to link to the computers. Two (CS-1732A) or four (CS-1734A) 1.2m 4-in-1 cable sets are
provided with this package. They use the USB to transfer the keyboard and mouse input
from your console to the computer.
The switches also support computers that use PS/2 connectors to transfer keyboard and
mouse data. Cable sets with PS/2 connectors, as well as longer cable sets are also available:
Connector Cable Length Part Number
USB 1.2m 2L-5301U
USB 1.8m 2L-5302U
PS/2 1.2m 2L-5301P
PS/2 1.8m 2L-5302P
Note: The CS-1732A/ CS-1734A‘s USB hub function only works with USB cable
set connections. It will not work with PS/2 cable set connections.
For additional cables, contact your dealer.
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Notes:
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Chapter 2.
Hardware Setup
CS-1732A/ CS-1734AFront View
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1. Port Selection Switches
wPress a switch for longer than two seconds to bring the KVM, USB hub, and
audio focus to the computer attached to its corresponding port.
wPress a switch for less than two seconds to bring only the KVM focus to the
computer attached to its corresponding port.
wPress switches 1 and 2 simultaneously for 2 seconds to start Auto Scan Mode. See
p. 15 for details.
wPress switches 3 and 4 simultaneously for 2 seconds to perform a keyboard and
mouse reset. (CS-1734A)
2. Port LEDs
The Port LEDs are built into the Port Selection Switches. The upper ones are the
KVM Port LEDs; the lower ones are the USB LEDs:
KVM: wLights DIM ORANGE to indicate that the computer attached to the
corresponding port is up and running (On Line).
wChanges to BRIGHT ORANGE to indicate that the computer attached to
its corresponding port is the one that has the KVM focus (Selected).
wFlashes to indicate that the computer attached to its corresponding port is
being accessed under Auto Scan mode.
USB: wLights DIM GREEN when there is a USB cable connection to the
computer. Does not light if there is no USB connection to the computer
(there is a PS/2 cable connection rather than a USB cable connection - see
the diagrams on p. 11).
wChanges to BRIGHT GREEN to indicate that the computer attached to its
corresponding port is the one that has access to the USB peripherals.
3. Console USB Ports
Your USB keyboard and USB mouse plug in here.
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1. Console Audio Jacks
The cables from your microphone and speakers plug in here. Each jack is marked
with an appropriate icon to indicate itself.
2. USB Hub Section
USB peripherals (printers, scanners, etc.) can plug into any available port.
3. Firmware Upgrade Section
wFirmware Upgrade Switch
During normal operation this switch should be in the NORMAL position.
wFirmware Upgrade Port
The Firmware Upgrade Cable that transfers the firmware upgrade data from the
administrator’s computer to the CS-1732A/ CS-1734Aplugs into this RJ-11
connector.
wSee p. 23 for firmware upgrading details.
4. Power Jack
If you choose to use external power, the power adapter cable plugs into this jack.
Note: Use of a power adapter (DC 5V) is optional, and requires a separate purchase.
See p. 10 for power adapter details.
5. Monitor Port
The video cable from your monitor plugs in here.
6. CPU Port Section
The cables that link the switch to your computers plug in here. Each CPU port is
comprised of a microphone jack, speaker jack, and KVM data connector.
Note: The shape of these 15-pin connectors has been specifically modified so that
only KVM cables designed to work with this switch can plug in (see the
Cables section on p. 3, for details). Do NOT attempt to use ordinary 15 pin
VGA connector cables to link these ports to the computers.
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Before you Begin
Cable Connection
To set up your Master View CS-1732A/ CS-1734Ainstallation, refer to the installation
diagrams on the following pages, and do the following:
1. Plug your USB keyboard and USB mouse into the USB Ports located on the unit’s
front panel.
2. Plug your monitor into the Console monitor port located on the unit’s rear panel.
3. Plug your microphone and speakers into the Console microphone and speaker jacks
located on the unit’s rear panel.
4. Using a KVM cable set (provided with this package), plug the custom SPDB
connector into any available CPU Port on the switch and plug the accompanying
microphone and speaker cables into the CPU Port’s microphone and speaker jacks.
Note: Be sure that all the plugs are are in the same CPU Port sockets (all in Port 1,
all in Port 2, etc.).
5. At the other end of the cable:
a) For a USB connection (see p. 11), plug the USB, video, microphone and speaker
cables into their respective ports on the computer.
b) For a PS/2 connection (see p. 11), plug the keyboard, mouse, video, microphone
and speaker cables into their respective ports on the computer.
Repeat steps 4 and 5 for any other computers you are connecting up.
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1. Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up have
been turned off. You must unplug the power cords of any computers that
have the Keyboard Power On function. Otherwise, the switch will receive
power from the computer.
2. To prevent damage to your installation make sure that all devices on the
installation are properly grounded.

6. If you choose to use external power, plug the power adapter cable into the switch’s
Power Jack, then plug the power adapter into an AC power source.
Note: The power adapter should be DC5V 2.6A with the inside positive and the
outside negative:
7. Turn on the power to the computers.
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Hot Plugging
The Master View CS-1732A/ CS-1734Asupports USB hot plugging - components can
be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their cables from the
CPU ports without the need to shut the unit down.
Powering Off and Restarting
If it becomes necessary to Power Off the Master View unit, before starting it back up
you must do the following:
1. Shut down all the computers that are attached to the switch.
Note: You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard
Power On function that are connected to the shut down switches. Otherwise,
the switches will still receive power from the computers.
2. Unplug the switch’s power adapter cable.
3. Wait 10 seconds, then plug the switch’s power adapter cable back in.
4. After the switch is up, Power On the computers.
Port Numbering
Each CPU port on the CS-1732A/ CS-1734Aswitch is assigned a port number (1 or 2
for the CS-1732A; 1 to 4 for the CS-1734A). The port numbers are marked on the rear
panel of the switch (see p. 7).
The Port ID of a computer is derived from the CPU port number it is connected to. For
example, a computer connected to CPU port 3 has a Port ID of 3.
The Port ID is used to specify which computer gets the KVM, USB hub, and audio
focus with the Hotkey port selection method (see p. 13, for details).
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Chapter 3.
Hotkey Operation
The CS-1732A/ CS-1734Aprovides an extensive, easy-to-use, hotkey function that
makes it convenient to control and configure your KVM installation from the keyboard.
Hotkeys provide asynchronous (independent) switching of the KVM, USB hub and
audio focus. If you wish, you can give one computer the KVM console focus, another
the USB hub focus, while a third has the audio focus.
Port Switching
All port switches begin with tapping the Scroll Lock key twice. The tables below
describe the actions that each combination performs.
Note: If using the Scroll Lock key conflicts with other programs running on the
computer, the Ctrl key can be used, instead. See p. 16 for details.
Cycling Through the Ports
Hotkey Action
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]
[Enter]
Brings the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus from the
port that currently has the KVM focus to the next port
on the installation (1 to 2; 2 to 1 for the CS-1732A;1
to 2; 2 to 3; 3 to 4; 4 to 1 for the CS-1734A).
Note that the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus all go
to this port even if they were on different ports to
begin with.
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [K]
[Enter]
Brings only the KVM focus from the port that currently
has it to the next port on the installation. The USB
hub and audio focus remain where they are.
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [U]
[Enter]
Brings only the USB hub focus from the port that
currently has it to the next port on the installation. The
KVM and audio focus remain where they are.
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [S]
[Enter]
Brings only the audio focus from the port that
currently has it to the next port on the installation. The
KVM and USB hub focus remain where they are.
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Going Directly to a Port
Hotkey Action
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [n]
[Enter]
Brings the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus to the
computer attached to the port corresponding to the
specified Port ID.
Note that the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus all
go to this port even if they were on different ports to
begin with.
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [n] [K]
[Enter]
Brings only the KVM focus to the computer
attached to the specified port. The USB hub and
audio focus remain where they are.
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [n] [U]
[Enter]
Brings only the USB hub focus to the computer
attached to the specified port. The KVM and audio
focus remain where they are.
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [n] [S]
[Enter]
Brings only the audio focus to the computer
attached to the specified port. The KVM and USB
hub focus remain where they are.
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [n] [K]
[U] [Enter]
Brings the KVM and USB hub focus to the
computer attached to the specified port. The audio
focus remains where it is.
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [n] [K]
[S] [Enter]
Brings the KVM and audio focus to the computer
attached to the specified port. The USB hub focus
remains where it is.
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [n] [U]
[S] [Enter]
Brings the USB hub and audio focus to the
computer attached to the specified port. The KVM
focus remains where it is.
Note: The nstands for the computer’s Port ID number (1, 2, 3, or4-seePort
Numbering, p. 12). Replace the nwith the appropriate Port ID when entering
hotkey combinations.
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