Connect Pro Master-IT StreamLine SL-18 User manual

Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION
lOverview…………………………………………………………………………………..1
STREAMLINE CONSOLE
lOverview…………………………………………………………………………………..2
lFeatures………….………………………………………………………………………..2
lPacking List…………………………………………………………………………….….3
lAssembly…………………………………………………………………………….. 4 ~ 6
lInstallation…………………………………………………………………………………7
lFront Panel………………………………………………………………..………………8
lSpecifications …………………………………………………………………………….9
Please read this manual thoroughly and follow the Installation procedures to prevent
any damage to the StreamLine or any connected device.

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------------------------------------------------ IntroductionIntroduction
lOverview
The StreamLine offers the ultimate in styling and computer management. With a keyboard, mouse, TFT LCD
panel and an 8-port KVM switch housed in an industry standard 19" 1U-height rack drawer, it saves you up to
1/3 of valuable real estate from a rack cabinet. Better yet, when the StreamLine Console is cascaded with
other StreamLine KVM switches to increase server management capacity, you save even more!
StreamLine's unique extension accessories can accommodate it with rack cabinet depth of only 20" (50 cm) and
up. Now, equip your rack cabinet with the StreamLine, throw away the bulky VGA monitor, keyboard and
mouse, and StreamLine your computer management.
Master-IT StreamLine Console
It saves you up to 1/3 of valuable rack cabinet spaces and
acts as a space-saving console with keyboard, mouse and
monitor. It can be connected to a computer directly or to
the console ports of a KVM switch.
StreamLine Console with
One-Console StreamLine KVM Switch
This powerful combination allows you to access multiple
computers from one keyboard, mouse and monitor on the
StreamLine drawer. Operation is as simple as pressing
push button, entering hot-key command and navigating
through the user-friendly OSD (on-screen display) menu.
With an SK-18 connected, it switches up to 8
IBM-compatible computers.
StreamLine Console with
Dual-Console StreamLine KVM Switch
The StreamLine combined with an advanced multi-access
KVM Switch enables you to control multiple computers
from one out of two different locations, Local as the
StreamLine Console or Remote as another set of
keyboard, mouse and monitor. SL-18 controls 8
computers and SL-216 controls 16 computers.

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------------------------------------------------ StreamLine ConsoleStreamLine Console
lOverview
The StreamLine Console is a 19” 1U drawer designed for applications where space is at a premium, or CRT
displays are undesirable. It features a 15” flat panel TFT display, keyboard and a touch pad.
The drawer can be pulled out for operation from the rack on slides which latch in the extended position. When
not in use, the display can be folded down, locked and secured while pushed in.
With different Rear bracket & extension kit, the StreamLine Console can be mounted on rack cabinet of various
depths.
The console comes with standard PS/2 keyboard connector, PS/2 mouse connector and HDB15 VGA connector
for computer or KVM switch connection.
lFeatures
nModularized design
nOptional Master-IT PRO KVM switches available
nFlip-open 15" TFT LCD panel included with resolution 1024x768
nFor rack cabinet with depth from 20" (50cm) and up (with appropriate Rear bracket & extension kit)
nStandard 19" 1U rack drawer
nErgonomic hand rest design
nLocking mechanism locks the drawer when pulled out, pushed in, or folded down
nFull 105key, low-profile, sturdy keyboard included
nStandard connectors for PC connection
nQuick and easy installation
lPre-Packaged Configurations
KVM Switch Modules
SK-01 SK-18 SK-208 SK-216
StreamLine
Model
StreamLine
Console 1-Port 8-Ports 8-Ports/w
Dual Console 16-Ports/w Dual Console
RES-3
Rack
Extension
Power
Adapter
SL-01 PP PP PP PP
SL-18 PP PP PP PP
SL-208 PP PP PP PP
SL-216 PP PP PP PP

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lPacking List
These are required to install the StreamLine Console:
nStreamLine Console: assembled "LCD panel +
keyboard + mouse pad" drawer + Power Adapter.
nRear bracket & extension kit: This kit contains two pieces of rear brackets and two pieces of aluminum
extensions. Make sure you have the correct kit to fit the depth of your cabinet. Note: the following lengths
are+
nmeasured between "front pole and rear pole inside a rack cabinet" not the outside depth of a rack cabinet
enclosure.
RES-1RES-2RES-3RES-4
Front Pole to rear pole distance cm inch cm inch cm inch cm inch
Minimum 49.5 191/257.5 225/867.5 265/877.5 301/2
Maximum 57 223/870.5 273/480.5 315/890.5 355/8
nKVM Switch: KVM module box can be connected to a StreamLine Console or be used as a stand-alone
KVM switch.
Module type SK-01 SK-18 SK-28 SK-216
No. of console port 1122
No. of computer port 18816
KVM switch inside No Yes Yes Yes
Model Indicator 1u11u82u82u16
nBolt-and-nut set
nUser's manual

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lAssembly
1. Choose a proper position for the rack drawer. Mount
the rear brackets (from the Rear bracket & extension
kit), and lightly fasten them onto the rear vertical poles.
Both will be removed later.
2. Remove the stopper from the assembled drawer. The
safety stopper is designed to refrain the drawer from
sliding out during transportation.
““ WARNING ““
After the safety stopper is removed, the drawer may slide out
when tilted and cause serious injury.
3. Slide the assembled drawer to the rack cabinet from
the front and insert the two slide rails of the assembled
drawer into the pockets of the rear brackets.
4. Fasten the assembled drawer onto the front brackets
by four screws.

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5. Remove both of the rear brackets. Now, the front
brackets hold the assembled drawer.
6. Attach the aluminum extensions (from the Rear bracket & extension kit) to both sides of the KVM module
box. Please note the length of the aluminum extensions and mount them in one of the following ways.
Short aluminum extensions attachment Long aluminum extensions attachment
7. The rear brackets, aluminum extensions and slide rails have tight fit. Make sure you follow these steps for
easy installation. A. Slide the rear brackets onto the aluminum extensions. B. Then, insert both sliding
rails of the assembled drawer into the tight space formed by the rear brackets and the aluminum extensions.
The KVM module should be pushed in evenly on both right and left sides.

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8. Push the rear brackets all the way in and fasten
them.
9. Slide the assembled drawer out. Push the KVM
module box evenly toward the drawer, and then
lock both units by the screws.
10. Make sure the C-36 connectors are firmly mated
during step 10.
11. Connect the power supply to the power jack on the KVM module to complete the installation.

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lInstallation
Consider the StreamLine Console as a set of keyboard, mouse and monitor, and connect it directly to a
computer with the 144 1KVM module.
StreamLine Console connects to a computer
Or, the StreamLine Console with the 144 1KVM module can be connected to a KVM switch as shown below.
StreamLine Console connects to a KVM switch

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lFront Panel
nKVM Control and Status: (This section is effective only when an StreamLine KVM switch module is
connected.)
1. Computer Selection Pad
Press one of these pushbuttons to select a computer.
2. Selected Computer Indicator
One of the indicators turns red when pushbuttons, hotkey or OSD menu selects a
corresponding computer.
3. Local Console in operation
It turns green when a computer is accessed through the StreamLine Console.
4. Remote Console in operation
It turns green when a computer is accessed by another set of keyboard/mouse/monitor
connected to the "Remote" console when the KVM switch is either SK-28 or SK-216.
nLCD Panel Control
5. LCD Panel Menu
These buttons invoke the OSD menu for the LCD panel and acts as menu selection.
6. LCD Panel Adjustment
Lets you adjust settings for the LCD panel.
nKeyboard Status & LCD Panel Power Switch
7. Num Lock
Keyboard Num Lock status.
8. Caps Lock
Keyboard Caps Lock status.
9. Scroll Lock
Keyboard Scroll Lock status.
10. LCD Panel Power Switch

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lLCD Panel Specification
LCD size 15.1” TFT
Active Display Area 304.1 x 228.1 (mm)
Pixel Pitch (mm) 0.297 (H) x 0.297 (V)
Resolution 1024 x 768 @60/70/75Hz
Brightness 200 cd/M^2
Contrast Ratio 400
Display Color 16.7M (8 bits)
User Control OSD Control (auto saving)
Input Signal RGB analog, H/V separate
Plug-n-Play VESA VESA DDC 1/2B
Power Management VESA DPMS compliant
“on” mode: 23.2W
“stand-by” mode <= 1W
“suspend” mode <= 1W
“off” mode <= 1W
Viewing Angle
(left/right) +80 ~ -80 (up/down) +80 ~ -80
Keyboard 105 Key, PS/2
Mouse Touch Pad PS/2
øIt is suggested to set the VGA resolution for all the computers to “1024 x
768” with “Large Fonts” in order to achieve the best performance for the
TFT LCD panel.

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