Black Box ServSwitch Agility ACR1000A User manual

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ServSwitch Agility™ and Agility Dual™
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Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada Radio Frequency Interference
Statements
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own
expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to oper-
ate the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio
Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de
la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

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Instrucciones de Seguridad
(Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement)
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca
de una alberca, etc..
6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea recomendado por el fabricante.
8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación.
Todo otro servicio deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico
sobre una cama, sofá, alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes
que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilación.
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros
aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como
se indique en el aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados
sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia.
16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:
A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o
C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

Table of Contents
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Contents
1. Specifications.............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
2. Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 One-to-One Configuration................................................................................................................................................ 7
2.2 One-to-Many Configuration............................................................................................................................................. 7
2.3 Mixing ServSwitch Agility and Agility Dual units ............................................................................................................... 8
2.4 ServSwitch Agility/Dual and ServSwitch iPath................................................................................................................... 8
2.5 ServSwitch Agility unit features......................................................................................................................................... 9
2.6 ServSwitch Agility Dual unit features................................................................................................................................11
2.7 What‘s Included...............................................................................................................................................................13
2.8 Additional Items You May Need ......................................................................................................................................13
3. Installation................................................................................................................................................................................ 14
3.1 Mounting........................................................................................................................................................................ 14
3.2 Connections ................................................................................................................................................................... 16
3.2.1 Local Video Link ................................................................................................................................................. 16
3.2.2 Local Audio Links ............................................................................................................................................... 18
3.2.3 Local USB Link.................................................................................................................................................... 19
3.2.4 Local AUX Port................................................................................................................................................... 20
3.2.5 Local Power In.................................................................................................................................................... 21
3.2.6 Local/Remote Network Link............................................................................................................................... 22
3.2.7 Remote Video Display ........................................................................................................................................ 24
3.2.8 Remote Microphone & Speakers........................................................................................................................ 26
3.2.9 USB Devices ....................................................................................................................................................... 27
3.2.10 Remote AUX Port ............................................................................................................................................. 28
3.2.11 Local Power In .................................................................................................................................................. 29
4. Configuration........................................................................................................................................................................... 30
4.1 Initial configuration ......................................................................................................................................................... 30
4.1.2 Networked linking.............................................................................................................................................. 30
4.1.3 Manual Factory Reset ......................................................................................................................................... 30
4.1.4 Browser-Based Configuration Utility ................................................................................................................... 31
4.1.5 Performing an upgrade ...................................................................................................................................... 32
5. Operation................................................................................................................................................................................. 33
5.1 Front Panel Indicators...................................................................................................................................................... 33
6. Further information.................................................................................................................................................................. 34
Appendix A. Tips for success when networking Agility units ............................................................................................... 35
Appendix B. Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................................ 38
Appendix C. Glossary ........................................................................................................................................................... 40
Appendix D. Cable and Connector Specifications ................................................................................................................. 44
Appendix E. Safety Information ............................................................................................................................................ 45

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1. Specifications
ServSwitch Agility
Casing (w x h x d): 198mm (7.92”) x 44mm (1.76”) x 120mm (4.8”)
Construction: 1U compact case, robust metal design
Weight: 0.75kg (1.65lbs)
Mount kits: Rack mount kits: Single (RMK2004) or dual units (RMK2004-2) per 1U slot.
VESA monitor / wall mount chassis kit: RMKVESA
Input Power: 100-240VAC 50/60Hz, 0.5A,
Output Power: 5VDC 12.5W
Operating Temperature: 0ºC to 40ºC (32ºF to 104ºF)
Approvals: CE, FCC
ServSwitch Agility Dual
Casing (w x h x d): 198mm (7.92”) x 44mm (1.76”) x 145mm (5.7”)
Construction: 1U compact case, robust metal design
Weight: 1.11kg (2.44lbs)
Mount kits: Rack mount kits: Single (RMK2004) or dual units (RMK2004-2) per 1U slot.
VESA monitor / wall mount chassis kit: RMKVESA
Input Power: 100-240VAC 50/60Hz, 0.8A,
Output Power: 5VDC 20W
Operating Temperature: 0ºC to 40ºC (32ºF to 104ºF)
Approvals: CE, FCC

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2. Introduction
Thank you for choosing the ServSwitch Agility range which represents a major advancement in the capabilities of digital extenders
and switches. By encoding high quality DVI video, audio and USB connections into Internet Protocol (IP) messages, ServSwitch
Agility offers highly advanced and flexible signal switching capabilities.
Our extensive knowledge of interfacing techniques and high speed networking has allowed us to develop new ways to break the
chains of local DVI, USB and audio connections. With ServSwitch Agility, distance is finally no barrier to high specification and
high performance computing. Furthermore, since all signals are now IP, the most elaborate and yet simple-to-use switching and
multicast techniques make possible a great variety of uses.
There are two main models within the ServSwitch Agility family:
• ServSwitchAgilitysupportsonesinglelinkDVIvideostream,plusmicrophone,speakersanduptofourUSBperipherals.Agility
units are linked using Gigabit Ethernet.
• ServSwitchAgilityDualsupportseithertwosinglelinkDVIvideostreamsoroneduallink(veryhighresolution)DVIvideo
stream. This is in addition to microphone, speakers and up to four USB peripherals. ServSwitch Agility Dual units can be linked
using Gigabit Ethernet or Fiber Optic Links.
In both model types, there is a Local transmitter and an Remote receiver. The Local transmitter attaches to a single computer; the
Remote receiver to your DVI video monitor, microphone, speakers and up to four USB peripherals. The distance between them is limit-
ed only by the size of your network. In addition to separating one computer and its peripherals, Agility promotes sharing. You can
arrange for a limitless number of screens and speakers, distributed anywhere across the network, to receive video and audio. You can
also switch between any number of transmitter units from a single screen, keyboard and mouse in order to monitor a potentially vast
collection of remote systems. All units feature browser-based configuration utilities to allow quick and easy set up, from near or far.
2.1 One-to-One Configuration
The simplest configuration links one remote receiver unit to a single local transmitter unit, either by a direct link (up to 100m) or
over much greater distances via a Gigabit Ethernet network. Figure 2-1 shows a one-to-one configuration:
Figure 2-1. One-to-one configuration
2.2 One-to-Many Configuration
Using multicast techniques, an unlimited number
of receivers* can receive video and audio data
streams from a single local transmitter unit.
Figure 2-2 shows a one-to-many configuration:
Figure 2-2. One-to-many configuration

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2.3 Mixing ServSwitch Agility and Agility Dual units
It is possible to mix ServSwitch Agility and Agility Dual transmitters and receivers on a network, with the provision that standard
Agility units do not support dual link DVI video signals or fiber optic links.
2.4 ServSwitch Agility/Dual and ServSwitch iPath
Where multiple Agility units are used on a network, we have developed the ServSwitch iPath manager to allow comprehensive
and secure central control of all transmitters, receivers and users.
When using a ServSwitch iPath manager to configure Agility units, it is vital that all Agility units that you wish to locate and con-
trol are set to their factory default settings. Otherwise they will not be located by the iPath manager. If necessary, perform a fac-
tory reset on each Agility unit.
Please also see Appendix A - Tips for success when networking Agility units

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AUX
LINE IN
LINE OUT
COMPUTER
ON
21
INDOOR
USE ONLY OPTIONS
12
5V
2.5A
DVI-D
Video
input
Audio
line
in/out
AUX
(serial)
port
USB
port
Configuration
switches
Power
input
2.5 ServSwitch Agility unit features
The ServSwitch Agility units are housed within durable, metallic enclosures with most connectors situated at the rear panel - only
the Ethernet ports are situated at the front panel.
2.5.1 ServSwitch Agility local transmitter unit
The smart front faces feature the operation indicators as shown in Figure 2-3:
NET SER AUDUSB DV IPWR
LOCAL
ServSwitchAgility™
BLACKBOXKVMoIPEXTENDER
Gigabit
Ethernet
port
Indicators
These six indicators clearly show the key aspects of operation:
• NET Onwhenvalidnetworklinkispresent.
Flashes when the unit is in error.
• SER OnwhentheAUX(serial)portisenabledandactive.
• AUDOnwhenaudioisenabledandactive.
• USB OnwhenUSBisenabledandactive.
• DVI OnwhenDVIvideoisenabled.
• PWR Powerindicator.
Figure 2-3. ServSwitch Agility local transmitter unit - front panel
Figure 2-4 shows the connectors located on the rear panel of the local transmitter unit:
Figure 2-4. ServSwitch Agility local transmitter unit - rear panel

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2.5.2 ServSwitch Agility remote receiver unit
The smart front faces feature the operation indicators as shown in Figure 2-5:
NET SER AUDUSB DV IPWR
REMOTE
ServSwitchAgility™
BLACKBOXKVMoIPEXTENDER
Gigabit
Ethernet
port
Indicators
These six indicators clearly show the key aspects of operation:
• NET Onwhenvalidnetworklinkispresent.
Flashes when the unit is in error.
• SER OnwhentheAUX(serial)portisenabledandactive.
• AUDOnwhenaudioisenabledandactive.
• USB OnwhenUSBisenabledandactive.
• DVI OnwhenDVIvideoisenabledandactive.
• PWR Powerindicator.
Figure 2-5. ServSwitch Agility remote receiver unit - front panel
Figure 2-6 shows the connectors located on the rear panel of the remote receiver unit:
Figure 2-6. ServSwitch Agility remote receiver unit - rear panel
INDOOR
USE ONLY OPTIONS AUX
LINE IN/ LINE OUT
DVI-D
12
USER CONSOLE
5V 2.5A
ON
21
MIC IN
Video
output
Audio
line
in/out
AUX
(serial)
port
USB
ports
Configuration
switches
Power
input

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NET SER AUDUSB DV IPWR
ServSwitchAgilityDual
™
BLACKBOXKVMoIPEXTENDER
LOCAL
2.6 ServSwitch Agility Dual unit features
The ServSwitch Agility Dual units are housed within durable, metallic enclosures with most connectors situated at the rear panel -
the Ethernet and fiber are situated on the front panels.
2.6.1 ServSwitch Agility Dual local transmitter unit
The smart front faces feature the operation indicators as shown in Figure 2-7:
Gigabit
Ethernet
port
Indicators
These six indicators clearly show the key aspects of operation:
• NET Onwhenvalidnetworklinkispresent.
Flashes when the unit is in error.
• SER OnwhentheAUX(serial)portisenabledandactive.
• AUDOnwhenaudioisenabledandactive.
• USB OnwhenUSBisenabledandactive.
• DVI OnwhenDVIvideoisenabled.
• PWR Powerindicator.
Figure 2-7. ServSwitch Agility Dual local transmitter unit - front panel
Figure 2-8 shows the connectors located on the rear panel of the local transmitter unit:
Figure 2-8. ServSwitch Agility Dual local transmitter unit - rear panel
Fiber
module
slot
Reserved
AUX
COMPUTER
ON
21
INDOOR
USE ONLY OPTIONS
12
DVI-D-1
5V 2.5A
DVI-D-2
IN OUT
Primary
video
input
Audio
line
in/out
AUX
(serial)
port
USB
port
Configuration
switches
Power
input
Secondary
video
input

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NET SER AUDUSB DV IPWR
ServSwitchAgilityDual
™
BLACKBOXKVMoIPEXTENDER
REMOTE
DVI-D-2
5V 4A
DVI-D-1
Audio
line
in/out
USB
ports
Configuration
switches
Power
input
Secondary
video
output
Primary
video
output
AUX
(serial)
port
2.6.2 ServSwitch Agility Dual remote receiver unit
The smart front faces feature the operation indicators as shown in Figure 2-9:
Gigabit
Ethernet
port
Indicators
These six indicators clearly show the key aspects of operation:
• NET Onwhenvalidnetworklinkispresent.
Flashes when the unit is in error.
• SER OnwhentheAUX(serial)portisenabledandactive.
• AUDOnwhenaudioisenabledandactive.
• USB OnwhenUSBisenabledandactive.
• DVI OnwhenDVIvideoisenabled.
• PWR Powerindicator.
Figure 2-9. ServSwitch Agility Dual remote receiver unit - front panel
Figure 2-10 shows the connectors located on the rear panel of the remote receiver unit:
Figure 2-10. ServSwitch Agility Dual remote receiver unit - rear panel
Fiber
module
slot
Reserved

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2.7 What‘s Included
Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box at 724-746-5500
or [e-mail].
2.7.1 ServSwitch Agility Local Unit Package
(ACR1000A-T)
•ServSwitchAgilitylocaltransmitterunit
• Poweradapterandpowercord
• (4)Self-adhesivefeet
•CD-ROM containing this user manual in PDF format
• CombinedDVI-DandUSBcable(6feet)
• (2)audiocableswith3.5mmstereojacks(6.5feet)
• Upgrade(serialnullmodem)cable(6.5feet)
2.7.4 ServSwitch Agility Dual Local Unit Package
(ACR1002A-T)
•ServSwitchAgilityDuallocaltransmitterunit
• Poweradapterandpowercord
• (4)Self-adhesivefeet
•CD-ROM containing this user manual in PDF format
• CombinedDVI-DandUSBcable(6feet)
• (2)audiocableswith3.5mmstereojacks(6.5feet)
• Upgrade(serialnullmodem)cable(6.5feet)
2.8 Additional Items You May Need
•Poweradapter(P/N:PS649-R3[12.5W for Agility] or PS650 [20W for Agility Dual])
•CombinedDVI-DandUSBcable(typeAtoB)(P/N:EHN900024U)
•SinglelinkDVI-DtoDVI-Dvideocable(P/N:EVNDVI02)
•USBcabletypeAtoB(6.5feet)(P/N:USB05)
•3.5mmAudiocable(6.5feet)(P/N:EJ110)
•Suitablefibermodules(forAgilityDualunits)
•Upgrade(serialnullmodem)cable(6.5feet)(P/N:EYN257T-XXXX-FF)
•(2)19"rackmountbracketsand(4)screws(P/N:RMK2004orRMK2004-2)
•VESAmountingbracketand(4)screws(P/N:RMKVESA)
2.7.2 ServSwitch Agility Remote Unit Package
(ACR1000A-R)
•ServSwitchAgilityremotereceiverunit
• Poweradapterandpowercord
• (4)Self-adhesivefeet
•CD-ROM containing this user manual in PDF format
2.7.3 ServSwitch Agility Pair Package
(ACR1000A)
•AllcontentsofServSwitchAgilitylocalunitpackage
• AllcontentsofServSwitchAgilityremoteunitpackage
2.7.5 ServSwitch Agility Dual Remote Unit
Package (ACR1002A-R)
•ServSwitchAgilityDualremotereceiverunit
• Poweradapterandpowercord
• (4)Self-adhesivefeet
•CD-ROM containing this user manual in PDF format
2.7.6 ServSwitch Agility Dual Pair Package
(ACR1002A)
•AllcontentsofServSwitchAgilityDuallocalunitpackage
• AllcontentsofServSwitchAgilityDualremoteunitpackage

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AUX
LINE IN/ LINE OUT
SER CONSOLE
MIC IN
12
INDOOR
USE ONLY
OPTIONS
LINE IN/ LINE O
DVI-D
12
USER CO
5V
2.5A
MIC IN
3. Installation
3.1 Mounting
There are three main mounting methods:
•Viathe(4)suppliedself-adhesiverubberfeet
•Viaoptionalrackmountbrackets
• ViatheoptionalVESAmountingbracket
3.1.1 Rack Brackets
The optional brackets (plus four screws), enable the unit to be secured within a standard rack slot. See Figure 3-1.
Figure 3-1. Rackmount brackets.
NOTE: Both the ServSwitch Agility units and their 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 104° F (40° C). Do not place the products in contact with equipment whose sur-
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3.1.2 Using the VESA Mounting Bracket
The optional mounting bracket conforms to the VESA mounting standard and so can be used to mount a ServSwitch Agility unit
directly to the rear of most video display units. The bracket can also be fixed directly to a wall or other solid surface using appro-
priate screws or bolts.
1 Orientate the bracket against the rear of the video display so that its small folded-in tabs are lowermost. See Figure 3-2.
NET SER AUD USB DVI PWR
Rear panel of video display
ServSwitch
Agility unit
VESA
mounting
bracket
Figure 3-2. VESA mounting bracket.
2 Attach the bracket to the video display using four screws of a size appropriate to the threaded holes within the video display
panel - do not overtighten.
3 Place the ServSwitch Agility unit into the bracket with its base facing towards the video display and the front panel of the
ServSwitch Agility unit facing upwards.
4 Secure the ServSwitch Agility unit to the bracket using the four supplied screws - do not overtighten.

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COMP
DVI-D
DVI-D link from
host computer
3.2 Connections
Installation involves linking the ServSwitch Agility local transmitter unit to various ports on the host computer, while the
ServSwitch Agility remote receiver unit is attached to your peripherals.
3.2.1 Local Video Link
The ServSwitch Agility and Agility Dual units support DVI digital video signals and so use DVI-D video connectors throughout.
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an example display mode of 1920 x 1200 at 60Hz refresh).
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up to 165MHz; or can alternatively support a single Dual Link very high Resolution video display at pixel clocks up to 330MHz
(equating to an example display mode of 2560 x 1600 at 60 Hz refresh).
3.2.1.1 To make a single video link on ServSwitch Agility
1 Wherever possible, ensure that power is disconnected from the ServSwitch Agility and the host computer.
2 Connect a standard DVI-D link cable to the DVI-D socket on the Local unit rear panel. See Figure 3-3.
Figure 3-3. Connect a standard DVI-D link cable to the DVI-D socket.
3 Connect the plug at the other end of the cable to the corresponding video output socket of the host computer.

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Standard or dual link cable
from host computer
COMPUTER
DVI-D-1 DVI-D-2
From secondary video output port
From primary video output port
COMPUTER
DVI-D-1 DVI-D-2
3.2.1.2 To make a single video link on ServSwitch Agility Dual
Use either a standard DVI-D cable (or optionally a Dual Link DVI-D cable) to connect the primary video port of the computer
system to the DVI-D-1 connector of the ServSwitch Agility Dual. For dual link connections, a similar dual link cable must also
be used at the remote unit.
1 Wherever possible, ensure that power is disconnected from the ServSwitch Agility Dual and the host computer.
2 Connect a standard or dual DVI-D link cable to the DVI-D-1 socket on the Local unit rear panel. See Figure 3-4.
Figure 3-4. Connect a standard or dual link DVI-D cable to the DVI-D-1 socket.
3 Connect the plug at the other end of the cable to the corresponding video output socket of the host computer.
3.2.1.3 To make two video links on ServSwitch Agility Dual
Use two single link DVI-D cables to connect the primary and secondary DVI video ports of the computer to allow two video
displays to be used at the remote unit.
1 Wherever possible, ensure that power is disconnected from the ServSwitch Agility Dual and the host computer.
2 Connect standard DVI link cables to the DVI-D-1 and DVI-D-2 sockets on the Local unit rear panel. See Figure 3-5.
Figure 3-5. Connect standard DVI-D link cables to the DVI-D-1 and DVI-D-2 sockets.
3 At the other end of the link cables, connect the cable from socket DVI-D-1 to the computer's primary video port and the cable
from socket DVI-D-2 to the computer's secondary video port.

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LINE IN
LINE OUT
COMPUTER
Speaker (line out) link
from host computer
Microphone (line in) link
from host computer
3.2.2 Local Audio Links
The ServSwitch Agility (and Agility Dual) units support two way stereo digital sound so that you can use a microphone as well as
speakers.
3.2.2.1 To make audio links on ServSwitch Agility
1 Connect an audio link cable between the LINE OUT socket on the Local unit rear panel and the speaker output (line out) socket
of the host computer. See Figure 3-6.
Figure 3-6. Connect the speaker and microphone cables to audio sockets.
2 [Where a microphone is to be used]: Connect a second audio link cable between the LINE IN socket on the Local unit rear
panel and the LINE IN socket of the host computer.
3.2.2.2 To make audio links on ServSwitch Agility Dual
1 Connect an audio link cable between the IN socket on the Local unit rear panel and the speaker output (line out) socket of
the host computer. See Figure 3-7.
AUX
DVI-D-1
OUT
IN
Speaker link from
host computer
Microphone link
to host computer
Figure 3-7. Connect the speaker and microphone cables to audio sockets.
2 [Where a microphone is to be used]: Connect a second audio link cable between the OUT socket on the Local unit rear
panel and the Line In socket of the host computer.

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3.2.3 Local USB Link
The ServSwitch Agility (and Agility Dual) units act as USB 2.0 hubs and so can provide four sockets at the Remote unit with only a
single connection at the Local unit.
1 Connect the type B connector on a USB cable to the USB port on the Local unit rear panel. See Figure 3-8.
OPTIONS
12
12
Figure 3-8. Connect the USB link cable to Local unit socket.
2 Connect the type A connector of the cable to a vacant USB socket on the host computer.
USB link from
host computer

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3.2.4 Local AUX Port
The AUX port is an RS232 serial port that allows extension of RS232 signals up to a baud rate of 115200. The port has software
flow control, but no hardware flow control.
1 Ensure that power is removed from the ServSwitch Agility unit.
2 Connect a suitable serial ‘null-modem’ cable (see Appendix D for pin-out) between a vacant serial port on your computer and
the AUX port on the right hand side of the ServSwitch Agility rear panel. See Figure 3-9.
AUX
Figure 3-9. Connecting the serial link cable to Local unit socket.
Serial (null-modem) link
from the host computer