Avitech Sequoia Dual User manual

User Manual
Sequoia Dual
One of a kind multiviewier
Revision 1.0.0, (December, 2014)

User Manual
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual contains information on how to use the Avitech Sequoia Dual mouse keyboard controller. There are 3
chapters in this manual.
 Getting Started introduces features and specifications as well as external components of the Avitech Sequoia
Dual.
 System Configuration discusses the process of setting up your Sequoia Dual.
 Basic Operations introduces the two types of operating modes and demonstrates the mouse and keyboard
hot-keys to perform basic operations, as well as using the on-screen user interface to configure your Sequoia
Dual on regular and touch-screen monitors.
The following conventions are used to distinguish elements of text throughout the manual.
provides additional hints or information that require special attention.
identifies warnings which must be strictly followed.
Any name of a menu, command, icon or button displayed on the screen is shown in a bold typeset.
For example: On the Start menu select Settings.
Any name that refers to a mode is underlined.
For example: Windows can be adjusted by the Host cursor when the Sequoia Dual is in Host mode.
To assist us in making improvements to this user manual, we welcome any comments and constructive criticism.
Please email us at: [e-mail].
WARNING
Do not attempt to disassemble the Sequoia Dual. Doing so may void the warranty. There are no serviceable parts
inside. Please refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
TRADEMARKS
All brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
COPYRIGHT
The information in this manual is subject to change without prior notice. No part of this document may be
reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical for any purpose, without the
express written permission of Avitech International Corporation. Avitech International Corporation may have
patents, patent applications, trademarks, copyrights or other intellectual property rights covering the subject matter
in this document. Except as expressly written by Avitech International Corporation, the furnishing of this document
does not provide any license to patents, trademarks, copyrights or other intellectual property of Avitech International
Corporation or any of its affiliates.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
For any questions regarding the information provided in this guide, call our technical support help line at
425-885-3863, or our toll free help line at 1-877-AVI-TECH, or email us at: [e-mail].

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Contents
About This Manual............................................................................................................... ii
Warranty.............................................................................................................................. iv
Limitation of Liability.......................................................................................................... iv
Extended Warranty Options ............................................................................................... iv
Services and Repairs Outside the Warranty Period.......................................................... iv
Regulatory Information....................................................................................................... iv
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement ................................................. iv
European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices..................................................... iv
Australia and New Zealand C-Tick Marking and Compliance Notice................................ iv
1. Getting Started......................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Package Contents......................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Product Features .......................................................................................................... 3
1.3 Specifications ............................................................................................................... 4
1.4 Connections to the Sequoia Dual................................................................................. 6
2. System Configuration.............................................................................................................. 8
2.1 Getting the Sequoia Dual Ready .................................................................................. 8
2.1.1 Basic Setup When Connecting a Regular Display or Touch-screen Display
................................................................................................................................ 8
2.1.2 Basic Setup When Cascading the Sequoia Dual ........................................... 10
3. Basic Operations ................................................................................................................... 12
3.1 Host Mode ................................................................................................................... 13
3.1.1 Pop-up Selections........................................................................................... 13
3.1.2 Functions ........................................................................................................ 13
3.2 Remote Mode .............................................................................................................. 14
Appendix A Using the Mouse Right-click Menu .................................................................... 15
Appendix B Using the GO! Bridge Utility.............................................................................. 26
Appendix C Using the “Surfer”Feature.................................................................................. 32
Appendix D Using the Top Menu .......................................................................................... 36
Appendix E Using the Touch-screen .................................................................................... 37
Appendix F Using the Touch-to-Mouse Utility (for Windows XP only) ................................ 40
Appendix G Resetting to the Factory-Default State............................................................... 41

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Warranty
Avitech International Corporation (herein after referred to as “Avitech”)
warrants to the original purchaser of the products manufactured in its
facility (the “Product”), that these products will be free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of 1 year or 15 months from the
date of shipment of the Product to the purchaser. There is a 3 month
grace period between shipping and installation.
If the Product proves to be defective during the 1 year warranty period,
the purchaser’s exclusive remedy and Avitech’s sole obligation under
this warranty is expressly limited, at Avitech’s sole option, to:
(a) repairing the defective Product without charge for parts and labor;
or (b) providing a replacement in exchange for the defective Product;
or (c) if after a reasonable time is unable to correct the defect or
provide a replacement Product in good working order, then the
purchaser shall be entitled to recover damages subject to the limitation
of liability set forth below.
Limitation of Liability
Avitech’s liability under this warranty shall not exceed the purchase
price paid for the defective product. In no event shall Avitech be liable
for any incidental, special, or consequential damages, including
without limitation, loss of profits for any breach of this warranty.
If Avitech replaces the defective Product with a replacement Product
as provided under the terms of this Warranty, in no event will the term
of the warranty on the replacement Product exceed the number of
months remaining on the warranty covering the defective Product.
Equipment manufactured by other suppliers and supplied by Avitech
carries the respective manufacturer’s warranty. Avitech assumes no
warranty responsibility either expressed or implied for equipment
manufactured by others and supplied by Avitech.
This Warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied,
including without limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose, all of which are expressly disclaimed.
This Hardware Warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure, or
damage: (a) caused by improper use of the Product or inadequate
maintenance and care of the Product; (b) resulting from attempts by
other than Avitech representatives to install, repair, or service the
Product; (c) caused by installation of the Product in a hostile operating
environment or connection of the Product to incompatible equipment;
or (d) caused by the modification of the Product or integration with
other products when the effect of such modification or integration
increases the time or difficulties of servicing the Product.
Any Product which fails under conditions other than those specifically
covered by the Hardware Warranty, will be repaired at the price of
parts and labor in effect at the time of repair. Such repairs are
warranted for a period of 90 days from date of reshipment to customer.
Extended Warranty Options
Avitech offers OPTIONAL Extended Warranty plans that provide
continuous coverage for the Product after the expiration of the
Warranty Period. Contact an Avitech sales representative for details
on the options that are available for the Avitech equipment.
Services and Repairs Outside the Warranty Period
Avitech makes its best offer to repair a product that is outside the
warranty period, provided the product has not reached its end of life
(EOL). The minimum charge for such repair excluding shipping and
handling is $200 (US dollars).
AVITECH INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION
● 15377 NE 90th Street Redmond, WA 98052 USA
● TOLL FREE 1 877 AVITECH
● PHONE [phone]
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● http://avitechvideo.com
Regulatory Information
Marking labels located on the exterior of the device indicate the
regulations that the model complies with. Please check the marking
labels on the device and refer to the corresponding statements in this
chapter. Some notices apply to specific models only.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense. Properly
shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order
to meet FCC emission limits. Avitech is not responsible for any radio or
television interference caused by using other than recommended
cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to
this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices
Statements of Compliance
English
This product follows the provisions of the European Directive
1999/5/EC.
Dansk (Danish)
Dette produkt er i overensstemmelse med det europæiske direktiv
1999/5/EC.
Nederlands (Dutch)
Dit product is in navolging van de bepalingen van Europees Directief
1999/5/EC.
Suomi (Finnish)
Tämä tuote noudattaa EU-direktiivin 1999/5/EC määräyksiä.
Français (French)
Ce produit est conforme aux exigences de la Directive Européenne
1999/5/EC.
Deutsch (German)
Dieses Produkt entspricht den Bestimmungen der Europäischen
Richtlinie 1999/5/EC.
Ελληνικά (Greek)
To προϊόν αυτό πληροί τις προβλέψεις της Ευρωπαϊκής Οδηγίας
1999/5/EC.
Íslenska (Icelandic)
Þessi vara stenst reglugerð Evrópska Efnahags Bandalagsins númer
1999/5/EC.
Italiano (Italian)
Questo prodotto è conforme alla Direttiva Europea 1999/5/EC.
Norsk (Norwegian)
Dette produktet er i henhold til bestemmelsene i det europeiske
direktivet 1999/5/EC.
Português (Portuguese)
Este produto cumpre com as normas da Diretiva Européia 1999/5/EC.
Español (Spanish)
Este producto cumple con las normas del Directivo Europeo
1999/5/EC.
Svenska (Swedish)
Denna produkt har tillverkats i enlighet med EG-direktiv 1999/5/EC.
Australia and New Zealand C-Tick Marking and
Compliance Notice
Statement of Compliance
This product complies with Australia and New Zealand's standards for
radio interference.

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1. Getting Started
The Avitech Sequoia Dual is a highly innovative device that comes with its own embedded operating
system and graphic engines. The Sequoia Dual integrates functions of a KVM (keyboard video mouse)
switch and a robust multi-viewer into one enclosure, providing a simple multi-viewing solution for any
user who works in an environment with multiple computer and video systems. With a single Sequoia
Dual being able to connect up to four computers and instantly switch inputs among them, users can
monitor and remotely control any two computers at the same time on a single display with just one set of
keyboard and mouse. The Sequoia Dual also supports a variety of video formats from HDMI, DVI-I to
VGA and YPbPr. Additionally, its scalability through cascading with other Sequoia devices makes the
Sequoia Dual an ideal solution to both individual users and corporate applications.
The Sequoia Dual features an on-screen user interface which allows handy operation and control of the
device. By giving relevant mouse commands through the interface, users can easily convert monitoring
styles to various layouts, and adjust windows to any size and position on the display. The mouse
right-click menu available through the on-screen interface allows users to freely set up or configure
numerous features for different applications. In addition, the top menu allows users to lock their windows
in size and position, and load previously saved layouts.
In addition to its freely adjustable interface and features, the Sequoia Dual can enter Remote mode to
transfer mouse and keyboard control from the Sequoia to the connected computer systems. Users can
then remotely control any of the connected computers with the set of keyboard and mouse on the
Sequoia. The “Surfer” feature, along with other user-friendly commands supported by the Sequoia Dual
allows users to freely switch control between the computers and the host Sequoia in an intuitive manner.
Furthermore, for more hands-on user experiences, the Sequoia Dual can be used with a touch-screen
display. The touch-screen controls are receptive and intuitive, allowing source switching, window
resizing and repositioning, and control of remote computers with just a tap of your finger.
This chapter will continue to introduce more features and specifications as well as external components
of your Sequoia Dual.
1.1 Package Contents
The following standard items are included in the shipping package:
Avitech Sequoia Dual Utility Disc (software and user manual)

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12 V DC/5A Power Adapter Standard Power Cord (USA customer only)
Rubber Foot (4 pcs)
D
USB A/B Cable (Optional)
HDMI to DVI Adapter (optional)
D
Male to Dual Female Y Splitter Audio Cable
(length 1.8 m – optional)
VGA to DVI Adapter (optional)
D
HDMI® Cable (length 1.8 m – 1 piece)
Table 1-1 Package Contents

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1.2 Product Features
The Sequoia Dual is HDCP-compliant and capable of handling HDMI®, DVI-I, VGA and YPbPr inputs.
Featuring two DVI-I and two HDMI input ports, and one HDMI output port, a single Sequoia Dual can
connect up to four computers, four videos, or any combination of four inputs. It can simultaneously
display any two of the four inputs on a single display, and allows instant switching of inputs through its
on-screen user interface.
The Sequoia Dual features in automatic sensing of input signals, automatic detection and selection of
optimum display resolution; it also supports hot-swapping which allows addition and removal of any
input/output signals without powering down the device.
For audio monitoring, the Sequoia Dual features a 1/8 inch headphone jack. It also accepts embedded
HDMI® audio (8ch-stereo) and analog audio (2ch-stereo).
For operation, the Sequoia Dual provides a friendly on-screen user interface that can be controlled by a
set of keyboard and mouse, allowing free switching of operating modes and adjustments for numerous
behavior that suits different applications. In addition, with Avitech Hook Utility (patent pending), a
computer with its own keyboard and mouse can also be used to control the Sequoia Dual through the
USB type B port on its front panel .The Sequoia Dual also features in multi-touch support and is
compatible with touch-screen displays, offering more flexibility for operation and control.
In addition to monitoring, the Sequoia Dual can remotely control the connected computers through the
USB keyboard and mouse connected to its front panel. Utilizing the “Surfer” feature – which allows users
to transfer keyboard and mouse control from one computer to another by simply moving the mouse
cursor to the window border of the targeted computer, the Sequoia Dual is able to seamlessly switch
between and control any of the four computers connected to it with just one set of keyboard and mouse.
Integrated file and folder transfer across computers provides convenient file management. By selecting
an origin and a destination through the on-screen user interface, the Sequoia Dual allows simple
copy/cut and paste of files/folders across connected computers using its embedded file managing utility,
Go! Bridge.
The Sequoia Dual also supports streaming its display through Ethernet connection, allowing computers
at far ends to perform remote monitoring and control of the Sequoia. Its video over IP operates on
standard 100/1000Mb Ethernet networks for remote monitors.
The Sequoia’s front panel features LED indicators for monitoring the followings:
Connected Computers (Active or Standby), Operating Mode (Host or Remote), and Power.
The temperature monitor with automatic PWM fan speed controls to protect against system failure. The
low noise and speed-varying fan along with the stand-alone and rack mountable module designs make
the Sequoia Dual suitable for various work environments. The size of the Sequoia Dual is also greatly
reduced to save working spaces and enhance mobility.
For larger applications, the Sequoia Dual can be cascaded with other Sequoia devices, enabling users
to control up to five Sequoia Dual and 20 computers with just one set of keyboard and mouse.
1. Non-standard keyboards (e.g., keyboards with a USB hub, keyboards that need driver installation and
programmable keyboard, etc.) are not supported.
2. Compatibility between the computer and the Sequoia Dual may depend on the computer’s BIOS Setup.
If an incompatibility occurs, refer to the computer’s BIOS Setup and make sure USB port is enabled if
this item exists in the computer’s BIOS Setup (typically found in the "Advanced" or "Onboard Device
Configuration" menu).
3. The Hook Utility currently supports the Sequoia solo series (non-cascaded) and the Pacific X-HDU.
Connect a laptop (or desktop) computer to the Sequoia solo series or Pacific X-HDU and simulate
keyboard/mouse function for remote control processing (KVM feature).
4. Refer to the Hook Utility user manual for more details.

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1.3 Specifications
Input
HDMI or DVI
or YPbPr
(through DVI to YPbPr
adapter)
or VGA
(through DVI to VGA adapter)
Automatic sensing
 HDMI/DVI-D mode:
 1920×1200, 50Hz/60Hz
 1920×1080, 50Hz/60Hz
 1680×1050, 50Hz/60Hz
 1600×1200, 50Hz/60Hz
 1400×1080, 50Hz/60Hz
 1360×765, 50Hz/60Hz
 1280×1024, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280×960, 50Hz/60Hz
 1024×768, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 800×600, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 720×400, 70Hz
 640×480, 60Hz/75Hz
Automatic sensing/Manual adjustment
 YPbPr:
 1920×1035i, 59.94Hz/60Hz
 1920×1080PsF, 23.98Hz/24Hz
 1920x1080p, 24Hz/25Hz/29.97Hz/30Hz/50Hz/60Hz
 1920x1080i, 50Hz/59.94Hz/60Hz
 1280x720p, 50Hz/59.94Hz/60Hz
 576i, 50Hz
 576p, 50Hz
 480i, 59.94Hz
 480p, 59.94Hz
 VGA mode:
 1920×1200, 50Hz/60Hz
 1920×1080, 50Hz/60Hz/30Hz
 1920×1035, 60Hz/30Hz
 1760×1100, 60Hz
 1680×1050, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1600×1200, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1600×1024, 60Hz
 1440×900, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1400×1050, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1366×768, 60Hz
 1365×1024, 60Hz
 1365×768, 60Hz
 1360×1024, 75.1Hz
 1360×768, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1360×765, 60Hz
 1280×1024, 50Hz/60Hz/72Hz/75Hz/76Hz/85Hz
 1280×960, 60Hz/70Hz/75Hz
 1280×768, 50Hz/56Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280×720, 50Hz/59.94Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1200×900, 72Hz
 1152×900, 66Hz/76Hz
 1152×864, 75Hz
 1024×768, 50Hz/60Hz/70Hz/75Hz/85Hz
 1024×576, 60Hz/72Hz
 960×680, 60Hz
 960×620, 60Hz
 960×540, 60Hz
 852×480, 60Hz
 848×480, 60Hz
 800×600, 50Hz/56Hz/60Hz/72Hz/75Hz
 640×512, 60Hz
 640×480, 60Hz/72Hz

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Input
Transmission of embedded audio signal is supported when passing a
HDMI input signal to the DVI-I port using a HDMI to DVI adapter, but not
supported when passing a DVI, VGA or YPbPr signal.
Output
HDMI or DVI
(through DVI to HDMI adapter)
Automatic sensing or user selectable
 1920×1200 (WUXGA) at 50Hz/60Hz
 1920×1080 (HD1080) at 50Hz/60Hz
 1680×1050 (WSXGA+) at 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1600×1200 (UXGA) at 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1440×900 (WSXGA, WXGA) at 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1400×1050 (SXGA+) at 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1360×768 (WXGA) at 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280×1024 (SXGA) at 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280×768 (WSGA) at 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280×720 (HD 720) at 50Hz/59.94Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1024×768 (XGA) at 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 800×600 (SVGA) at 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 640×480 (VGA) at 60Hz
Transmission of embedded audio signal is not supported when passing
an output signal through a HDMI to DVI adapter.
Others
Peripheral/File
Sharing
Method:
 USB type A port (for USB 2.0 hub)
 GO! Bridge Utility software
Computer
Connection Up to 4 units (maximum)
Port Switching
Method:
 “Surfer” feature
 OSD (pop-up menu)
Power
Power consumption is 25W
Power Supply (adapter):
 Input (AC): 100 to 240V 50Hz/60Hz
 Output (DC): 12V DC/5A
Dimensions/Weight Dimensions: 152×174×44 mm (6.0×6.9×1.7 inch)
Weight: 0.70 kg (1.54 lb)
Environment/Safety
Temperature:
 Operating: 0  C (32  F) to 40  C (104  F)
 Storage: –10  C (14  F) to 50  C (122  F)
Humidity: 0% to 80% relative, non-condensing
Safety: FCC/CE/C-Tick/Class B
Table 1-2 Specifications
1. The Sequoia Dual supports VGA/YPbPr input(s) through the optional VGA/YPbPr to DVI adapter(s).
2. Upon inputting a 480i/576i/1080i signal, a judder on the Source 2 image may be observed. This is due to
the fact that Source 2's de-interlace process is not as efficient as that of Source 1.
3. The Sequoia Dual's HDMI input/output ports support HDMI revision 1.3 and HDCP revision 1.2.
4. For monitors whose display mode can be set between “Graphic” and “Video”, select “Graphic”; for those
whose display color format can be set between “RGB” and “YPbPr”, select “RGB” (selecting the other ones
may lead to corrupted displays).
5. It is suggested to always reboot the Sequoia Dual after switching to a different monitor (especially one that
supports different optimal resolution); this will ensure the Sequoia Dual to select the correct output
resolution and frame rate.

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1.4 Connections to the Sequoia Dual
Figure 1-1 Sequoia Dual Components

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Front Panel
Indicators
 PWR
Glows green when the Sequoia Dual is turned ON
 MODE
 Glows green when the Sequoia Dual is in Host mode
 Glows amber when the Sequoia Dual is in Remote mode
 1 to 4
 Glows green when a particular computer is operating under
Remote mode (full control through keyboard and mouse)
 Glows amber when a particular computer is operating under Host
mode (monitoring only)
 Blinks amber on a particular rebooting or powered-off computer
connected to the Sequoia Dual
Audio In/Out

Connects to the green connector for headphone function (mono)

Connects to the red connector for microphone function
USB Type A
(keyboard/mouse)
Connects to a USB mouse and keyboard (or connects to a touch-screen
display). Use these ports for operation and control in Host and Remote
mode.
USB Type B
Connects to a computer with its own keyboard and mouse to control the
Sequoia Dual (The Hook Utility needs to be installed on that computer to
perform such control)
USB Type A
(peripheral sharing) Connects to a USB 2.0 hub, USB flash disk, etc.
Rear Panel
Microphone/
Headphone/
USB Input
Connect the remote computer’s USB (through the USB A/B cable) and
audio connectors (through the male to dual female Y splitter audio cable)
DVI Input
Connects HDMI/DVI-I/VGA/YPbPr inputs (an adapter may be required)
Note: Transmission of embedded audio signal is supported when passing
a HDMI input signal to the DVI-I port using a HDMI to DVI adapter, but not
supported when passing a DVI, VGA or YPbPr signal.
HDMI Input Connects HDMI/DVI inputs through HDMI or DVI signal cable
(a DVI to HDMI adapter may be required)
Serial Updates firmware
Supports Avitech ASCII Protocol
Ethernet (IP)
For setup through a network connection
For video streaming to remote PC monitoring over Ethernet
Supports Avitech Http and ASCII command Protocol
HDMI OUT Connects a monitor/display through HDMI or DVI signal cable
(a HDMI to DVI adapter may be required)
Power Switch Turns the Sequoia Dual power ON and OFF
Dip Switches Resets the Sequoia Dual to factory-default settings; or updates firmware
Power
(DC 12V) Connects to the 12V DC/5A power adapter
Kensington®
Security Slot
Attach a lock-and-cable apparatus for anti-theft purpose
Note: Available on both sides of Sequoia Dual
Table 1-3 Sequoia Dual Component Description

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2. System Configuration
This chapter discusses the process of setting up your Sequoia Dual.
2.1 Getting the Sequoia Dual Ready
To control your Sequoia Dual directly, connect a keyboard and mouse to the USB type A ports on
its front panel. Alternatively, to control your Sequoia Dual on a computer, use a laptop (or desktop)
computer with its own keyboard and mouse and connect to your Sequoia Dual’s USB type B port on
its front panel (use a USB A/B cable), and then run the Hook Utility on this controlling computer to
simulate mouse and keyboard operation.
When using a touch-screen display, connect the display to one of the USB type A port with a USB
cable to simulate mouse-click action. The Sequoia Dual can then be controlled by tapping your finger on
the display.
1. The Hook Utility currently supports the Sequoia solo series (non-cascaded) and the Pacific X-HDU. With
Hook Utility, use the connected computer to simulate keyboard and mouse function for remote control
processing (KVM feature).
2. Refer to the Hook Utility user manual for more details.
2.1.1 Basic Setup When Connecting a Regular Display or Touch-screen Display
The following figures show a typical setup with a single Sequoia Dual connected to four computers and
a regular/touch-screen display.
DO NOT place any object on the top or side panels of the Sequoia Dual.
Doing so could affect its internal components and/or its heat dissipation.
Figure 2-1 Sequoia Dual with Regular Display Setup

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Figure 2-2 Sequoia Dual with Touch-screen Display Setup
Step 1. Connect a USB A/B cable to the first computer’s USB type A port, and then connect the other
end to your Sequoia Dual’s source 1 port (USB type B port on its rear panel). Repeat this
process for all succeeding computers.
(For Windows 2000 users) Upon connecting your Sequoia Dual to a computer through USB interface for the
first time, perform the Windows' on-screen steps to initialize the USB connection.
Step 2. Connect the male end of a male to dual female Y splitter audio cable to your Sequoia Dual’s
source 1 audio port on its rear panel. Connect the two dual female ends of the male to dual
female Y splitter audio cable to the first computer’s audio ports (mic in and audio out).
Repeat this process for all succeeding computers.
Step 3. Connect a HDMI or DVI (through a HDMI to DVI adapter) display to the HDMI OUT port on your
Sequoia Dual’s rear panel.
Step 4. Connect the first computer’s DVI or VGA/YPbPr (through an adapter) output to your Sequoia
Dual’s DVI-L port through a DVI cable. Repeat this procedure for the second computer to
DVI-R.
Connect the third computer’s HDMI output to your Sequoia Dual’s HDMI-L port through a HDMI
cable. Repeat this procedure for the fourth computer to HDMI-R.
Step 5. Connect a set of mouse and keyboard to the mouse/keyboard USB ports located on your
Sequoia Dual's front panel. When connecting to a touch-screen display, you can choose to
connect the display to one of the USB port of the Sequoia Dual with a USB cable instead.
When more than three devices (such as connecting a touch-screen display, a mouse and a
keyboard) need to be connected to the Sequoia Dual at the same time, you can use a USB hub
to increase the number of USB connections (Refer to figure 2-2).
Non-standard keyboards (e.g., keyboards with a USB hub, keyboards that need driver installation and
programmable keyboard, etc.) are not supported.
Step 6. Connect the provided 12V DC power adapter to your Sequoia Dual and power it on.

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Step 7. After the boot logo finishes loading, the Sequoia Dual's on-screen user interface with two
windows each contains image from one of the connected computers will appear, along with the
Host cursor that can be controlled directly through the mouse connected to your Sequoia Dual's
front panel.
The pop-up selections will appear upon moving the Host
cursor to a window’s top-right position:
 Click the icon on a selected window to enter the Sequoia Dual's Remote mode.
 Remote mode allows direct connection to the selected computer through USB interface.
 Your Sequoia Dual’s (Host) keyboard and mouse will now control the selected computer; the
Host cursor will disappear when your Sequoia Dual is in Remote mode.
 The “Surfer” feature (default setting is ON) is enabled. Moving your cursor out of your
current window's border toward the other window, or to the edges that are shared with the
other window will automatically switch over your Sequoia Dual’s (Host) keyboard and mouse
control to that computer.
 Press the Pause/Break hot-key on the keyboard connected to your Sequoia Dual's front
panel to return keyboard and mouse control to the Sequoia Dual. The Host cursor will
reappear. Right-click anywhere and select Options  Surfer to toggle off this feature if
desired.
2.1.2 Basic Setup When Cascading the Sequoia Dual
Cascade is the technique of “daisy-chaining” multiple Sequoia Dual (up to five) through a USB A/B
cable(s). It can be used when larger applications that involve having multiple computer systems
controlled by a master device. It should be noted that only the keyboard and mouse are cascaded; in
other words, when cascading, one set of keyboard and mouse can be used to control five Sequoia Dual
(or other Sequoia series) by “surfing” the Host cursor across five displays and switch over control to any
of the connected computers. Other functions (e.g., audio, video, and USB hub) are still confined to the
associated Sequoia Dual to which they are connected (see Figure 2-3).
The following figure shows three Sequoia Dual cascaded together, with each Sequoia Dual connected
to four computers.
Cascading is available on the Sequoia Dual, 4H, and 2H2U. A combination of any of these Sequoia devices
can be cascaded to meet custom applications.
Figure 2-3 Setup of Cascading Three Sequoia Dual

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Step 1. Perform step 1 – 4 for your first Sequoia Dual as outlined in the previous section (2.1.1)
“Basic Setup When Connecting to a Regular or Touch-screen Display.”
Step 2. Repeat the above-mentioned steps for your second and third Sequoia Dual to be cascaded.
Step 3. Connect a mouse and keyboard to the USB type A ports located on your first Sequoia
Dual’s front panel.
Step 4. Connect your first Sequoia Dual’s USB type B port to one of the second Sequoia’s USB
type A port using a standard USB A/B cable. Repeat this procedure to connect the second
Sequoia Dual to the third one.
Step 5. Move your Host cursor across all three displays to allow the system to complete the USB device
initialization.
If the Host cursor is unable to move over all three displays, perform step 5 and 6 again.
Step 6. The pop-up selections will appear upon moving the Host
cursor to a window’s top-right position:
 Click the icon on a selected window to enter the Sequoia Dual's Remote mode.
 Remote mode allows direct connection to the selected computer through USB interface.
 Your Sequoia Dual’s (Host) keyboard and mouse will now control the selected computer; the
Host cursor will disappear when your Sequoia Dual is in Remote mode.
 The “Surfer” feature (default setting is ON) is enabled. Moving your cursor out of your
current window's border toward the other window, or to the edges that are shared with the
other window will automatically switch over your Sequoia Dual’s (Host) keyboard and mouse
control to that computer.
 Press the Pause/Break hot-key on the keyboard connected to your Sequoia Dual's front
panel to return keyboard and mouse control to the Sequoia Dual. The Host cursor will
reappear. Right-click anywhere and select Options  Surfer to toggle off this feature if
desired.
 Move the Host cursor across three displays to access computers confined to each Sequoia
Dual.

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3. Basic Operations
The Sequoia Dual always operates in one of its two operating modes: Host and Remote mode. Users
are allowed to freely switch between these two modes anytime during the operation for different uses.
This chapter discusses these operating modes, their functions, and hot-keys in details.
 Host Mode
When your Sequoia Dual is in Host mode, the Host cursor appears on the display upon connecting a
mouse device to the front panel of your Sequoia Dual. The cursor will be controlled by this locally
connected mouse (In the case of a cascaded setup the cursor will be controlled by the mouse device
connected to the Master Sequoia Dual; in the case of using a touch-screen display, the Host cursor can
be controlled by a tap of a finger). Host mode provides a monitoring solution for the incoming
computer/video signals. Users can use the Host cursor to select and adjust window size, position, and
display layout directly through the on-screen interface. Other features such as the mouse right-click
menu and the top menu are features of this mode to enhance ease of control and operation and are
discussed in details in Appendix A and D.
Upon re-connecting a keyboard or mouse, the Host cursor may disappear.
Press the Pause/Break key to solve this problem.
 Remote Mode
When your Sequoia Dual enters Remote mode, the Host cursor disappears, and your Sequoia Dual
transfers the connected mouse and keyboard control to a selected computer system. You can then
control this computer as you regularly would through the corresponding window on the display. Your
Sequoia Dual can only enter Remote mode to take control of a computer when the correct USB type B
port on your Sequoia Dual's rear panel is properly connected to the USB type A port of that computer
(using a standard USB A/B cable). In addition, only windows corresponding to computer systems (as
opposed to pure video systems) can be accessed through Remote mode.
Tips on Navigating the Sequoia Dual:
 A maximum of four computers can be connected to a single Sequoia Dual. The Sequoia Dual
puts the images of two selected computers onto two windows and simultaneously displays them
on the monitor. Instant switching of inputs through the user interface is supported; thus, any two
of the four computers can be monitored and controlled on the display.
 When Host mode is active, use the mouse connected to your Sequoia Dual to resize and
reposition windows on the display.
 To switch from Host mode to Remote mode, move the Host cursor to the top-right corner of the
targeted window and then click the Login icon (or double-click your mouse's left button any
area within that window).
 When entering Remote mode, your Sequoia Dual automatically transfers its mouse and
keyboard control to the selected computer. Use the mouse and keyboard to control that
computer as you regularly would.
 To switch back to Host mode, use the keyboard hot-key Pause/Break, or double-click the
mouse scroll button. The Sequoia Dual will return to Host mode and the Host cursor will
reappear.

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3.1 Host Mode
In Host mode, users can monitor images of the connected computers and adjust two windows at a time
using the provided selections and menu. Basic operations allowed in Host mode are addressed below.
3.1.1 Pop-up Selections
Upon moving the Host cursor to the top-right corner of a window, the following pop-up selections will
appear:
 Swap: enable a window to switch its position with the other window
 Login: enter Remote mode and control the computer corresponding to the window
 Full screen: set a window to full screen
 Restore: return from a full-screen view to previous layout
 (left): select DVI-L port input signal
 (right): select DVI-R port input signal
 (left): select HDMI-L port input signal
 (right): select HDMI-R port input signal
When your Sequoia Dual detects that a particular computer’s USB port is not connected, the Login
pop-up icon on the corresponding window will be grayed-out.
3.1.2 Functions
The Sequoia Dual allows free window resize/reposition and selection of any video and audio inputs
directly through its on-screen user interface. The following is a list of summarized functions available in
Host mode; additional functions can be referred in Appendix A in details.
Function
Window resizing Drag any of the four corners or edges of a window to a desired size
Window
repositioning Drag a window to a desired position
Window position
swapping Move the Host cursor to the top-right corner of a window; click the
icon to swap two windows' positions.
Full screen
window
Move the Host cursor to the top-right corner of a window; click the
icon and then the window will maximize to full screen. Click the icon
to return from full screen.
Access a remote
computer
Move the Host cursor to the top-right corner of a window; click icon
to enter Remote mode to the corresponding computer. The icon will
be grayed-out if a window does not correspond to a computer system, or
if the USB connection between the Sequoia Dual and the computer fails.
Select video
source
Method 1:
Move the Host cursor to the top-right corner of a window;
click the icon (left) to select DVI-L as the input signal source;
click the icon (right) to select DVI-R as the input signal source;
click the icon (left) to select HDMI-L as the input signal source;
click the icon (right) to select HDMI-R as the input signal source.
Repeat the above procedure for the second window.

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Function
Method 2:
Right-click anywhere on the display to call the mouse right-click menu. On
the right-click menu, select Source 1 and choose DVI (L/R) or HDMI (L/R)
from the sub-menu as the input signal source.
Repeat the above procedure for Source 2.
Select audio
source
Right-click anywhere on the display to call the mouse right-click menu,
and then on the right-click menu, select Audio port to choose the source
for audio output.
Table 3-1 Host Mode Functions
The minimum window size for the Sequoia Dual to process and display: width = 348 pixel, height = 162 pixel.
3.2 Remote Mode
The following hot-keys are available when utilizing your Sequoia Dual under Remote mode.
Keys
Pause
Break Exits from Remote mode and returns to Host mode.
Ctrl + Shift + Alt + V
This command is used to read the Sequoia Dual’s USB device firmware
version (USB type B port (source 1 to 4 port) located on the Sequoia
Dual’s rear panel that connects to the computer’s USB type A port through
a USB A/B cable). Open Microsoft® Notepad and then press Ctrl + Shift +
Alt + V to paste the firmware text to Notepad.
Table 3-2 Hot-keys of Remote Mode
When using an Apple’s MacBook computer, use control + option (Alt) + shift + k to perform Host/Remote
mode switch since there is no Pause/Break key.

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Appendix A: Using the Mouse Right-click Menu
The mouse right-click menu contains a collective of display and feature settings for the Sequoia Dual
such as customization of the user interface, video/audio source selections, remote monitoring, presets
save/load, and port selections for file/folder transfer across computers. The menu, as shown in the figure
below, can be called upon right-clicking anywhere on the on-screen interface when the Sequoia Dual is
in Host mode.
This appendix discusses each item listed on the mouse right-click menu.
Figure A-1 Mouse Right-click Menu

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Right-click Menu
Layout
Arrange the two windows on the display into Picture Over Picture,
Picture In Picture, or Picture By Picture layout, or Full Screen for
Source 1 window.
Resolution
Set the frame rate and display resolution of your Sequoia Dual's display.
The supported frame rates and display resolutions can be referred in 1.3,
Specifications.
EDID Check (default setting is ON) allows the Sequoia Dual to output
the optimum frame rate and resolution supported by the connected
display (if no resolution is specified).
Note: If EDID Check is disabled, the Sequoia Dual will automatically
output 1024×768 instead (if no resolution is specified).
Port name
Set the name(s) of the video input port(s).
Default: DVI-L/DVI-R/HDMI-L/ HDMI-R.
Network