Broadrack R-Box User manual

R-Box
User Manual
Rev 1.0

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents................................................................................................I
1. Introduction..................................................................................................1
1.1 Feature...............................................................................................2
1.2 Package Contents ..............................................................................2
1.3 R-box Specifications...........................................................................3
1.4 R-box View.........................................................................................4
1.5 Cable Diagrams..................................................................................6
2. Installation....................................................................................................9
2.1 T-Dongle Installation.........................................................................10
2.2 R-Box Installation..............................................................................11
3. Hotkey.......................................................................................................12
3.1 Keyboard Hotkey Commands........................................................... 12
4. Troubleshooting......................................................................................... 13
5. Certifications.............................................................................................. 14

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1. Introduction
The KVM CAT5 Extender enables user to access the computer, server or KVM
switch up to 500 feet (150 meters) away with superior auto-adjust RGB
gain/delay control capability.
The CAT5 Extender is the R-Box for high-density applications where you want
full use of keyboard, mouse, and monitor, but there is no room for a server
nearby. Or for applications where you want to put all computers in a safe place,
all the users only have keyboard/mouse and monitor on their desk.
The Transmitter allows you to locate your console (keyboard, mouse, and
monitor) to a suitable control field conveniently over existing network
construction. You need just install an extender, the R-Box, at local side
individually. It also saves your cable layout and cable installation cost.
The R-Box allows you to control remote computer system 1000 feet away while
working on local computer. This makes the CAT5 KVM Extender an excellent
solution for double your productivity in many applications.

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1.1 Feature
Compact box design
Locate CAT5 console up to 500 feet (150 meters) away from the KVM
switch with superior auto-adjust RGB signals capability
Collocate computers and servers on one location, ideal for hazardous or
unsecured environments
Switch computers by push button or hotkey commands
Audible feedback when switching
LED indicators for computer status or data transmission
Work with PS/2 or USB computer
Easy to install and use with plug-and-play functionality
1.2 Package Contents
KVM Extender-Transmitter
1 PCS
KVM Extender-Receiver
1 PCS
1-to-2 VGA Cable
1 PCS
CD-ROM (User manual, QSG)
1 PCS
DC12V/1A AC to DC Power Adapter
2 PCS
Desiccant
1 PCS
Table 1-1. Package Contents
Contact your reseller if any of above items are missing or damaged.

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1.3 R-box Specifications
Function
Feature
Connector
2 USB connectors for keyboard and mouse
VGA Connector 2 HDDB15 connectors
(one for VGA monitor, one for connecting 2-in-1 VGA
cables to local computer)
RJ-45 Port (CAT5)
1 RJ-45 port for connecting to Transmitter
LEDs
2 (LOCAL and REMOTE)
Port Selection
Hotkey, Push Button
Keyboard Emulation
USB
Mouse Emulation
USB
VGA Resolution
(Local Host)
1920 x 1440
VGA Resolution
(Remote Host)
1280 x 1024 (150 meters)
Housing
Plastic
Power Adapter
DC 12V, 1A
Operation Temperature
0 ~ 50 °C
Storage Temperature
-20 ~ 60 °C
Humidity
0~80%, Non-Condensing
Table 1-2. R-box Specifications

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1.4 R-box View
Figure 1-1. R-box LEDs and Button panel view
R-Box LEDs and Button
LED
Color
Status
Description
REMOTE
Yellow
On
Indicating the Transmitter is connected to the Receiver.
Red
On
Indicating the Transmitter is selected.
Flash
Indicating the Transmitter is selected, but the
Transmitter is not connected to the Receiver.
Indicating the Receiver is auto-adjusting the VGA
signal.
LOCAL
Yellow On Indicating the local computer is connected to the
Receiver (PC/KVM port).
Red On Indicating the local computer (PC/KVM port) is
selected.
Flash Indicating the local computer (PC/KVM port) is
selected, but no computer is connected to the Receiver.
Button
Description
SELECT Press this button to switch between REMOTE (Transmitter) and
LOCAL (Receiver) site.
Table 1-3. R-box Front Description
REMOTE LED
LOCAL LED
SELECT Button

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Figure 1-2. R-box rear view
No.
Port
Description
1
Power Jack
DC/12V for connecting to the power adapter
2 Console VGA Console Port for connecting to monitor
USB Console Port for connecting to USB type keyboard
and mouse
3 PC/KVM For connecting to the local host PC or KVM switch via the
2-in-1 or 3-in-1 VGA cable
4
REMOTE
For connecting to a CAT5 cable
Table 1-4. R-box Rear Ports Description
2. USB Console Ports
2. VGA Console Port
3. Local Host Port
4. RJ-45 Port
1. Power Jack

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1.5 Cable Diagrams
2-in-1 VGA Cable
HDDB15 male to one HDDB15 male plus one USB connector.
Figure 1-3. 2-in-1 VGA Cable
CAT5/5E/6 Straight Through UTP/STP Cable
Figure 1-4. CAT5/5E/6 Straight Through UTP/STP Cable (8P8C)
3-in-1 VGA Cable Connection
For PS/2 Computer
Plug in PS/2 mouse connector to computer mouse port, the PS/2 keyboard
connector to computer keyboard port. Do not hot plug PS/2 port. If you must go
that, please make sure PS/2 mouse first then the PS/2 keyboard, then VGA port.
Figure 1-5. 3-IN-1 VGA Cable (For PS/2 Computer)

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For USB Computer
Connect the PS/2-USB changer to PS/2 keyboard connector and then plug the
changer into an available USB port. This single USB port can communicate both
keyboard and mouse signals.
Note that the PS/2 mouse connector should be left disconnected.
Figure 1-6. 3-IN-1 VGA Cable (For USB Computer)
R-Box LED Indications
LED
Status
Description
REMOTE
Off
The Remote port is not selected
On The Remote port is selected a computer connected to
the Remote port is power on.
Flash
The Remote port is selected, but no computer
connected to the Remote
port or the computer is power
off.
Receiver is auto-adjusting the VGA signal.
LOCAL
Off
The Local port is selected.
On
The Local port is selected and a computer connected to
the Local port is power on.
Flash The Local port is selected, but no computer connected
to the Local port or the computer is power off.
Table 1-5. R-box LED Indications Description

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3-in-1 CAT5 Transmitter (T-Dongle)
HDDB15 male to one HDDB15 male and one mini din 6-pin and one USB
special cable
Figure 1-7. 3-in-1 CAT5 Transmitter (T-Dongle)
T-Dongle
Function
Feature
PS/2 keyboard
connector
1
PS/2 mouse connector
1 (no use for USB computer)
VGA connector
1 (plug on PC directly, no extra cable needed)
PS/2 (keyboard) to
USB adapter (option)
1 (one serves both keyboard and mouse )
RJ-45
1 for CAT 5 cables
LED
1
Weight
80 g
Dimension (mm)
85(L) x 30(W) x 20 (H)
Table 1-6. T-Dongle Specifications

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2. Installation
Refer to the diagram below to install the R-box. It is recommended to power off
all the computers and server before the installation.
1. Connect the local console device (keyboard, monitor and mouse) to the
Console ports on the rear panel of the R-box.
2. Connect the R-box to PC or KVM switch with the shipped 2-in-1 VGA cable
(as shown below). This cable is a combo cable with one HDDB15 male
connector at one end and two connectors at the other. Plug the ne-connector
end into the PC/KVM port and plug the two-connector end into computer’s
VGA port and USB port (or KVM switch’s Console ports). This single USB
port can communicate with both keyboard and mouse signals. It works as a
standard HID (Human Interface Device), no extra driver is needed.
3. Plug the other end of the cable into the R-box LAN port. The cable can be up
to 150 meters (500 feet, KE-150U) long.
4. Connect the local console device (keyboard, monitor and mouse) to the
Console ports on the rear panel of the Receiver.
5. Plug the power adapter (included in this package) into an AC outlet and plug
the adapter's power cable into the Receiver’s Power jack.
Figure 2-1. Application

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2.1 T-Dongle Installation
Figure 2-2. T-Dongle
Step 1
Plug in VGA connector to the PC VGA port.
Step 2
Keyboard, Mouse
PC with PS/2 ports
Plug in mouse connector to PS/2 mouse port, keyboard connector to PC
keyboard port.
PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse is not design for hot plug
PC without PS/2 port
Plug in USB connector to PC USB port (with PS/2 keyboard to USB
adaptor)
The single USB port can communicate both keyboard and mouse signal, it
work as a standard HID (Human Interface Device), no extra driver
needed.
Please wait for PC bus emulations
Step 3
Connect one end of the CAT5 cable to RJ-45 port of T-dongle, and the other end
of the CAT5 cable to the RJ-45 port of R-Box or Host port of a KVM Switch.

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2.2 R-Box Installation
Figure 2-3. Front/Back Panels
Step 1
Connect keyboard, mouse, and monitor to the R-Box
Step 2
Connect the local PC: Connect R-Box and local PC with 3-in-1 DB15 KVM
switch cable.
Step 3
Connect the remote PC or KVM switch: Connect one end of the CAT5 cable to
RJ-45 port of R-Box, and the other end of the CAT5 cable to the RJ-45 port of
T-dongle or CAT5 Console of a KVM Switch.
Step 4
Power on the monitor, power on the R-Box by plug in power adapter, the OSD
Login screen will show up waiting for user name and password.

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3. Hotkey
3.1 Keyboard Hotkey Commands
You can switch the Receiver Box between “Local Host” port and “RJ-45” port
through simple key sequences. To send commands to the R-box, you must
press the hotkey (default is Caps Lock) twice within 2 seconds. Then you have
to enter command in 2 seconds. For other hotkeys, please refer to manual for
details.
Example
：
+ +
Figure 3-1. Hotkey
The table blow lists all supported hotkey commands.
Command
Function
C
To switch between Local and Remote ports
Q
To turn the beep sound on or off
S To activate the Auto-Scan function. Auto-scan Remote and Local
port every 8 seconds repeatedly.
A
For auto-adjust video signal of remote port to optimum.
Table 3-1. Hotkey Function
within 2 seconds
Scroll
Lock
Scroll
Lock
C

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4. Troubleshooting
Make sure that all cables are well seated. Label all cables with the name/number
for each respective computer to avoid confusion.
1. Receiver power LED is not ON
Make sure the cable connected to R-box is well seated
2. No video signal is displayed on the monitor.
Make sure the power adapter is connected to the Receiver.
Make sure the VGA cable and CAT5 cable are properly connected to the
connectors.
Make sure the VGA cable is attached to computer before the boot-up
process.
3. My PS/2 computer cannot work with the 2-in-1 VGA cable.
Contact your reseller for purchasing our special designed 3-in-1 VGA
cable to work with PS/2 computer.
4. The computer has started up, but keyboard or mouse doesn’t work.
Make sure your keyboard and mouse work fine if directly plugged into the
computer.
The resolution is too high for the length of cable being used.
PS/2 Computer: Keyboard and mouse are not hot pluggable. Make sure
the PS/2 cables are well connected then reboot the computer
USB Computer: Unplug and plug in the USB connector, wait few seconds
for USB bus emulations and start up process to complete.
Do not press any keys on keyboard while the selected computer is booting
up. Otherwise it mightcause keyboard error or keyboard is not detected by
the Host side.
5. Video signal is foggy or un-cleared on the screen.
Make sure the VGA cable is properly connected.
There are various CAT5 cables, such as CAT5/CAT5E/CAT6 and
STP/UTP types.Select higher quality cable if your application needs long
distance with high VGA resolution.
Make sure the VGA resolution is not too high for the length of cable that is
used. It is highly recommended to use “optimal CAT5 cable length” to
obtain the best video quality while still saving the redundant cable length.
Therefore, if the problem remained, please shorten the CAT5 cable length
or reduce VGA resolution.

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The VGA resolution can be up to 1024 x 768 (CAT5 cable
length up to 1000 feet approximately).
6. There is an error message “Keyboard or Mouse not found” on the screen.
Please make sure USB or PS/2 connectors are well seated.
5. Certifications
FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference
(2) This device must accept any interference received. Include interference that
may cause undesired operation.
CE Mark Warning
This equipment is in compliance with the requirements of the following
regulations: EN 55022: CLASS B.
RoHS
All contents of this package, including products, packing materials and
documentation comply with RoHS.