G&D DVIVision Installation guide

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G&D DVIVision
Installation and Operating Guide

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Contents
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Contents
Safety guidelines ............................................................................................... 1
The DVIVision series ....................................................................................... 2
Scope of delivery ............................................................................................... 3
Installation ....................................................................................................... 4
Preparation ....................................................................................................... 4
Installing the computer module (DVIVision-CPU) .............................................. 6
Connecting the computer ............................................................................. 6
Optional: Connecting the local console ......................................................... 7
Connections for data transmission and power supply .................................... 7
Additional interfaces of the multi-channel variants ........................................ 8
Installing the user module (DVIVision-CON) ..................................................... 9
Connecting the remote console ..................................................................... 9
Connections for data transmission and power supply .................................. 10
Additional interfaces of the multi-channel variants ...................................... 10
Initiation ........................................................................................................ 11
Operation ....................................................................................................... 12
Concurrent operation of the DVIVision system .................................................. 12
Exclusive operation of the DVIVision system ................................................... 12
Configuration ................................................................................................. 13
Overview of the functions and the default settings ............................................. 13
Changing the configuration .............................................................................. 14
Using the setup mode ................................................................................. 14
Using the setup menu ................................................................................. 15
Configurational settings ................................................................................... 17
Activating or deactivating the hotkey delay ................................................. 17
Using single or double hotkeys ................................................................... 18
Changing the single hotkey ......................................................................... 19
Changing the double hotkey ....................................................................... 20
Timeout of the automatic input lock ........................................................... 21
Authorising permanent activation of input lock ........................................... 22
Changing the videomode of the user consoles ............................................. 23
Activating or deactivating the video compression ........................................ 24
Support for multimedia or Sun special keys .................................................. 25
Support for special keyboards ..................................................................... 27
Changing the scancode set of a PS/2 keyboard ........................................... 28
Activating or resetting a PS/2 mouse .......................................................... 29
Displaying the system’s status information .................................................. 30
Resetting the default settings ...................................................................... 31
Continuative information ............................................................................... 32
Recommendations for the twisted pair cable ..................................................... 32
USB and PS/2 signals of the variants -ARU and -U .......................................... 33
Supporting any resolution ................................................................................ 33
DDC transmission with cache function ............................................................ 35

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Status displays ................................................................................................. 36
Computer module (DVIVision-CPU) ................................................................ 36
User module (DVIVision-CON) ....................................................................... 38
The expansion DVI-Power .............................................................................. 40
Scope of delivery .............................................................................................. 40
Functionality ................................................................................................... 40
Installation guidelines ...................................................................................... 41
Installing the G&D Power Card into the computer ...................................... 41
Connecting the signal lines to the slot card .................................................. 41
Connecting the G&D Power Card and the panel with DVIVision ................. 42
Operating the expansion DVI-Power ................................................................ 42
Allocating the connection cable for the panel .................................................... 43
Customer service ............................................................................................. 44
Order numbers ................................................................................................ 45
Technical data ................................................................................................. 46
General features of the DVIVision series ........................................................... 46
Specific features of the single-channel devices ................................................... 47
Specific features of the multi-channel devices .................................................... 48
Current and power consumption ...................................................................... 50
Glossary .......................................................................................................... 52
Index ............................................................................................................... 54

Safety guidelines
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Safety guidelines
Please read the following safety guidelines attentively before you start running the
G&D product. The guidelines help to avoid damage to the product and prevent pos-
sible violations.
Inform all persons that use this equipment in detail about these safety guidelines.
Observe all warnings or operating instructions put on the device or stated in this
operating guide.
, Avoid the risk of electric shock
To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not open the device or remove the covers.
If service is required, please contact our technicians.
, Disconnect the main power plug or the power supply before installation
Before installation, ensure that the device has been disconnected from the power
source. Disconnect the main power plug or the power supply of the device.
, Ensure constant access to the power plugs
Ensure during the installation of the devices that the power plugs remain accessible.
! Do not cover the ventilation openings
Ventilation openings prevent the device from overheating. Do not cover them.
! Ensure proper installation position
For reasons of electric safety, the device has to be installed upright and horizontally.
! Avoid the risk of tripping over cables
Ensure that there is no risk of tripping over cables.
! Only use a grounded electrical outlet
Operate this device by using a grounded electrical outlet.
! Use only the provided G&D power pack
Operate this device with the provided G&D power pack or with the power packs
listed in the operating manual.
! Operate the device only in the intended area of application
This device has been designed for indoor use. Do not expose it to extreme cold,
heat or humidity.

The DVIVision series
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The DVIVision series
The KVM extenders of the DVIVision series consist of a computer module and a
user module.
The computer to be operated as well as an optional console are connected to the
computer module (DVIVision-CPU). The remote console is connected to the user
module (DVIVision-CON).
Both the computer module and the user module are connected through a twisted
pair cable (category 5e or better). The keyboard, mouse and digital video signals of
the connected computer are transmitted through this cable and enable operating the
computer remotely.
The computer can either be operated at the remote console of the user module or at
the local console of the computer module.
The DVIVision series provides further devices that enable transmitting additional
signals and the usage of several monitors:
Variant Video
channels Keyboard & Mouse Audio & RS232 USB 1.1
DVIVision 1
DVIVision-AR 1 
DVIVision-ARU 1
DVIVision-MC2 2
DVIVision-MC2-AR 2 
DVIVision-MC2-ARU 2
DVIVision-MC3 3
DVIVision-MC-3AR 3 
DVIVision-MC3-ARU 3
Table 1: Available variants of the DVIVision series
Optionally, the expansion DVI-Power is available for the variants DVIVision-AR
and -ARU. This expansion enables controlling both the ATX-Power button and the
Reset button remotely.
For detailed information regarding the expansion DVI-Power also see the chapter
The expansion DVI-Power on page 40.

Scope of delivery
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Scope of delivery
Standard scope of delivery of the DVIVision series
The KVM extenders of the DVIVision series consist of a computer module
(DVIVision-CPU) and a workstation module (DVIVision-CON).
Additionally, the devices’ scope of delivery includes the following accessories:
2 x power cable (PowerCable-2 Standard)
1 x video cable (DVI-D-SL-M/M-2)
1 x video adapter (DVI-I-HD15F)
1 x PS/2 mouse cable (PS/2-M/M-2 green)
1 x PS/2 keyboard cable (PS/2-M/M-2 purple)
1 x USB device cable (USB-AM/BM-2)
1 x data cable (Update-Cable-2)
1 x Installation and Operating Guide
Expanded scope of delivery of -AR and -ARU variants
If you have purchased the variant -AR or -ARU of the DVIVision series, the scope of
delivery additionally includes the following cables:
2 x audio cable (Audio-M/M-2)
1 x serial connection cable (RS232-M/F-2)
Additional scope of delivery of multi-channel variants
The multi-channel variants of the DVIVision series provide a separate video cable
for each video channel: The variant DVIVision-MC2 is supplied with two video
cables whereas the variant -MC3 is provided with three video cables.
The scope of delivery of the multi-channel devices provides rackmount sets
(19” RM-Set-435) to install the devices to a 19” rack. The installation of the
devices to the rack can be carried out with both the front panel or the back panel
facing forwards.
The single-channel devices are available as desktop or as rackmount variant
(see Order numbers on page 45). The rackmount variants always have to be
installed to the rack with the front panel facing forwards.

Installation
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Installation
The computer module is placed close to the computer to be operated through the
DVIVision system. If desired, a separate user console can be optionally connected to
the computer module. The desktop environment of the user includes a monitor, a
keyboard and a mouse.
The user module is connected to the computer module using a category 5e (or bet-
ter) twisted pair cable. The remote console is connected to this module.
Preparation
1. Ensure that the computer to be connected to the DVIVision system is turned off.
If the computer is provided with keyboard and mouse, unplug the cables of the
input devices from the interfaces.
2. Place the computer module (DVIVision-CPU) close to the computer. Please
mind the maximum cable length of five metres between the computer module and
the computer to be connected.
3. Place the user module (DVIVision-CON) close to the remote console. Please also
mind the maximum cable length of five metres between the user module and the
devices of the user console.
4. Take the supplied cables of the DVIVision system, and place them ready for
installing the devices. The scope of delivery of both the computer module and the
user module provides an IEC cable and a set of signal cables, which are listed on
the following page.
When choosing a place for the device, please ensure to comply with the ambient
temperature limit (see Technical data on page 45 ff.) close to the device. The ambi-
ent temperature limit must not be influenced by other devices.
When installing the devices, make sure to only place a maximum of three devices
directly on top of each other. Therefore, a good circulation of air is enabled and a
mutual thermal interference can be avoided. After having installed three devices,
provide for a distance (at least 2 cm).
Avoid to cover the ventilation openings of the variants which include ventilation open-
ings. For reasons of electric safety, the device only has to be installed horizontally.

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The scope of delivery of the variants DVIVision-AR and -ARU also provides
two audio cables and one RS232 cable for both the computer module and the
user module:
DVI-D-SL-M/M-2 DVI-I-HD15F PS/2-M/M-2 (2x) USB-AM/BM-2
DeviceDVIVision
Audio-M/M-2 (2x) RS232-M/F-2
DeviceDVIVision
The last number (-2) of the cable designation corresponds to the cable length.
If you have ordered the cable sets with cables of five metres length, the cable
designation ends with the number -5.

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Installing the computer module (DVIVision-CPU)
The computer, whose signals are transmitted to the remote console, is connected to
the computer module. A local console can optionally be connected to the computer
module.
Connecting the computer
DVI CPU: Connect the digital video output of the computer to this interface. For this
purpose, use the DVI-D-M/M-2 cable.
USB CPU: Connect the USB interface of the computer to this interface. For this pur-
pose, use the USB-AM/BM-2 cable.
Keyb. CPU: Connect the PS/2 keyboard interface of the computer to this interface.
For this purpose, use the PS/2-M/M-2 cable (purple plugs).
Mouse CPU: Connect the PS/2 mouse interface of the computer to this interface. For
this purpose, use the PS/2-M/M-2 cable (green plugs).
Additional interfaces of the variants DVIVision-AR and -ARU:
Line Out: Connect the Line-In interface of the computer to this interface. For this
purpose, use the Audio-M/M-2 cable.
Line In: Connect the Line-Out interface of the computer to this interface. For this
purpose, use the Audio-M/M-2 cable.
RS232: Connect the nine-pole serial interface of the computer to this interface. For
this purpose, use the RS232-M/F-2 cable.
Figure 1: Interfaces to connect the computer to the computer module
The mouse and keyboard signals of both consoles can either be transmitted to the
computer through the USB interface USB CPU or through the PS/2 interfaces
Mouse CPU and Keyb. CPU.

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Optional: Connecting the local console
DVI/VGA Out: Connect the monitor of the local console to this interface.
If the monitor only provides an analog VGA input, connect the DVI-I-HD15F adapter
to this interface. Afterwards, connect the monitor’s VGA cable to the adapter.
Keyb.: Connect the keyboard of the local console to this interface.
Mouse: Connect the mouse of the local console to this interface.
Connections for data transmission and power supply
Transmission: Connect the category 5e (or better) twisted pair cable, which is availa-
ble as accessories, to this interface. Connect the other end of the cable to the respec-
tive interface ofthe user module.
Power: Insert the supplied PowerCable-2 Standard IEC cable.
Red. Power: The Power-Set 12/Type 2 power pack can optionally be connected using
this plug. Through this, a second, redundant power supply of the computer module
is achieved.
Figure 2: Interfaces to connect the local console to the computer module
Figure 3: Interfaces for data transmission and power supply

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Additional interfaces of the multi-channel variants
Transmission x: Connect the category 5e (or better) twisted pair cable, which is avail-
able as accessories, to this interface. Connect the other end of the cable to the respec-
tive interface of the workstation module.
DVI/VGA Out x: Connect the monitor of the local console to this interface.
If the monitor only provides an analog VGA input, connect the DVI-I-HD15F adapter
to this interface. Afterwards, connect the monitor’s VGA cable to the adapter.
DVI CPU x: Connect the digital video output of the computer to this interface. For
this purpose use the DVI-D-SL-M/M-2 cable.
Figure 4: Additional interfaces of the multi-channel variant at the computer module
For each added video channel, the multi-channel variants of the computer module
are additionally provided with the interfaces Transmission, DVI/VGA Out and
DVI CPU.
The interfaces of each channel are located next to each other. The descriptions of
the interfaces are provided with the number of the channels.

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Installing the user module (DVIVision-CON)
Connecting the remote console
DVI/VGA Out: Connect the console monitor to this interface.
If the monitor only provides an analog VGA input, connect the DVI-I-HD15F adapter
to this interface. Afterwards, connect the monitor’s VGA cable to the adapter.
USB Keyb.: Connect the USB keyboard to this interface.
USB Mouse: Connect the USB mouse to this interface.
Keyb.: Connect the PS/2 keyboard to this interface.
Mouse: Connect the PS/2 mouse to this interface.
Additional USB interfaces of the variants DVIVision-ARU and -U:
USB 1.1 Devices: Any USB device can be connected with these interfaces. Two USB
interfaces are located on the back panel of the device, another two can be found on
the front panel. The data rate of the interfaces is 12 MBit/s (USB 1.1).
The USB devices are provided to the computer module (DVIVision-CPU) which is
connected to the computer.
Additional interfaces of the variants DVIVision-AR and ARU:
Speaker: Connect the speakers of the console to this interface.
Micro In: If desired, connect the microphone of the console to this interface.
RS232: Connect the serial device to this interface.
The serial device ist provided to the computer that is connected to the computer
module (DVIVision-CPU).
Figure 5: Interfaces to connect the user console to the user module
Both mouse and keyboard of the remote console can either be connected as a PS/2
device or as a USB device.

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Connections for data transmission and power supply
Transmission: Connect the category 5e (or better) twisted pair cable, which is availa-
ble as accessories, to this interface. Connect the other end of the cable to the respec-
tive interface of the computer module.
Power: Insert the supplied PowerCable-2 Standard IEC cable.
Red. Power: The Power-Set 12/Type 2 power pack can optionally be connected using
this plug. Through this, a second, redundant power supply of the user module is
achieved.
Additional interfaces of the multi-channel variants
Transmission x: Connect the category 5e (or better) twisted pair cable, which is avail-
able as accessories, to this interface. Connect the other end of the cable to the respec-
tive interface of the computer module.
DVI/VGA Out x: Connect the monitor of the console to this interface.
If the monitor only provides an analog VGA input, connect the DVI-I-HD15F adapter
to this interface. Afterwards, connect the monitor’s VGA cable to the adapter.
Figure 6: Interfaces for data transmission and power supply
Figure 7: Additional interfaces of the multi-channel variants at the user module
For each additional video channel, the multi-channel variants of the user module are
additionally provided with the interfaces Transmission and DVI/VGA Out.
The interfaces of each channel are located next to each other. The interfaces are
provided with the numbers of the channels.

Initiation
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Initiation
After the proper installation, the DVIVision system can be immediately put into
operation.
Mind the following activation sequence while initiating the system:
1. Turn on the user module (DVIVision-CON) at the switch that is located above
the Power socket.
2. Turn on the computer module (DVIVision-CPU) at the switch that is located
above the Power socket.
3. Turn on the computer that is connected to the computer module.
After the DVIVision system has been turned on, the LEDs on the front panel of both
the computer module and the user module signal the system’s operating status. For
further advices on this topic, also see the chapter Status displays on page 36 ff.
The recommended activation sequence ensures that the DVIVision system is able
to read out the features of the connected monitor and to transmit them to the com-
puter (see DDC transmission with cache function on page 35).

Operation
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Operation
The computer connected to the computer module (DVIVision-CPU) can be oper-
ated at the remote console of the user module as well as at the local console of the
computer module.
After having initiated both consoles, they are enabled to operate the computer.
Concurrent operation of the DVIVision system
If a user carries out a keyboard or a mouse input, the DVIVision system automati-
cally locks the input devices of the concurrent console. The lock is lifted if no inputs
are made at the active console during the adjusted timing of the automatic input
lock (default: 1 second).
After the automatic input lock has been lifted, both consoles are again able to operate
the computer.
As an alternative to operate the computer concurrently through the consoles, the
exclusive operation (see below) can also be activated.
Related topics:
Timeout of the automatic input lock on page 21
Changing the videomode of the user consoles on page 23
Exclusive operation of the DVIVision system
For operating the DVIVision system exclusively, the function Authorising permanent
activation of input lock can be activated in the setup menu.
If this function is turned on, the user of the DVIVision system can activate the exclu-
sive operation by pressing the key combination Hotkey + Print Screen (default:
Ctrl + Print Screen).
After having pressed this key combination, the input devices of the concurrent con-
sole are deactivated. By pressing the key combination again at the console where the
permanent input lock has been activated, users at both consoles are again able to
operate the DVIVision system.
After the permanent input lock has been activated at one console, the Scroll LEDs
are blinking on the keyboards of both consoles.
Related topics:
Authorising permanent activation of input lock on page 22
Changing the videomode of the user consoles on page 23
In the default setting, the monitors of both the remote and the local console of the
DVIVision system always display the same picture at the same time – independ-
ently from the input lock.
The paragraph Changing the videomode of the user consoles on page 23 explains how
this setting can be changed.

Configuration
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Configuration
The configuration of the DVIVision system can be changed by the user in both the
setup mode and the setup menu:
The setup mode is activated through a console keyboard. The configuration can be
changed by pressing special setup keys.
As an alternative, the setup menu is provided. The configuration can be changed by
using a terminal emulation program and a supplied data cable.
Overview of the functions and the default settings
The following table provides an overview of the configurable functions of the
DVIVision system. In addition, the default settings and references to detailed func-
tion descriptions are listed.
The following pages provide a detailed description of how to operate the setup mode
and the setup menu.
The configurable functions of the DVIVision system are described in detail on
page 17 ff.
Some functions of the DVIVision system can only be carried out in either the setup
mode or the setup menu. Note the advices referring to this on the following pages.
Function Standard setting Page
Activating or deactivating the hotkey delay turned on 17
Using single or double hotkeys single hotkeys 18
Changing the single hotkey Ctrl 19
Changing the double hotkey Ctrl+Shift 20
Timeout of the automatic input lock 1 second 21
Authorising permanent activation of input lock turned off 22
Changing the videomode of the user consoles turned on 23
Activating or deactivating the video compression turned on 24
Support for multimedia or Sun special keys PC Multimedia 25
Support for special keyboards turned off 27
Changing the scancode set of a PS/2 keyboard scancode set 2 28
Activating or resetting a PS/2 mouse 29
Displaying the system’s status information 30
Resetting the default settings 31

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Changing the configuration
The configuration can either be changed in the setup mode or in the setup menu.
The descriptions of the configurable functions on the following pages include ins-
tructions on how to configurate both the setup mode and the setup menu.
Using the setup mode
The setup mode can be activated through the keyboard of a console at any time.
After the setup mode has been activated, the configuration of the DVIVision system
can be changed with various setup keys.
How to activate the setup mode:
Press the key combination Hotkey + Backspace (default: Ctrl + Backspace) at the
same time to activate the setup mode.
The control LEDs NUM,  and Scroll are blinking simultaneously if the setup mode
has been successfully activated. Additionally, the yellow user LED at both the com-
puter module and the user module is blinking.
Now you can perfom a setup function.
How to perform a setup function:
After the setup mode has been activated, press one of the setup keys that are
described on the following pages.
How to end the setup mode without performing a function:
Press ESC to end the setup mode.
After the call of the setup mode, only one setup function can be carried out. If you
want to perform several functions, you have to restart the setup mode after having
performed a function.
In the default settings, the key combination to activate the setup mode has to be
pressed for seven seconds.
After the first call of the setup mode, the hotkey delay can be turned off by pres-
sing the setup key 8(see page 17).

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Using the setup menu
The setup menu enables you to comfortably view and edit the configuration of the
DVIVision system. In contrast to the setup mode, it is possible to edit several set-
tings within one session.
For using the setup menu, start any terminal emulation program on a computer (for
example HyperTerminal or PuTTY). The computer on which the terminal emulation
program is installed, is connected to the Service socket of the computer module or the
user module with supplied data cable.
How to establish a connection in the terminal emulation program:
Start any terminal emulation program (for example HyperTerminal or PuTTY).
Collect the following data to establish a connection to the DVIVision system:
Bits per second: 38400
Data bits: 8
Parity: None
Stop bits: 1
Flow control: None
Use the supplied data cable to connect the computer to the Service socket on the front
panel of the computer module or the user module.
How to start the setup menu:
Start the terminal emulation program.
Load the connection settings of the setup menu and establish the connection.
Press the Enter key in the terminal emulation program.
As soon as the connection has been succesfully established, the setup menu is dis-
played within the terminal emulation program (see figure on page 16).
How to end the setup menu:
Press the key combination Ctrl + xtwice to end the setup menu.

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Operating the setup menu
The setup menu lists all settings of the DVIVision system in tabular form:
The active setting of the various functions is displayed in the right column. If this func-
tion contains a sub-dialogue, it is displayed with three dots [...] in the right column.
How to operate the setup menu:
Select the desired menu item with the arrow keys of the keyboard. The active row
is marked with angular arrows.
The settings of the menu items that are displayed in the right column can be chan-
ged by pressing the Space key (repeatedly).
If you have selected a menu item that includes a sub-dialogue, press the Enter key to
open it.
Setup Menu for DVIVision-CPU
Show System Info ...
Show Version Info ...
Show Line Info ...
Show Temperature Info ...
Hotkey: Ctrl
Double Hotkey: No
Hotkey Delay: YES
Set System Defaults ...
Scancode Set CPU: 2
Scancode Set CON: 2
PS/2 Keyboard Type CPU: Standard
PS/2 Keyboard Type CON: Standard
USB Keymode: PC Multimedia
Video Compression: On
Permanent Access CPU: No
Permanent Access CON: No
Videomode CPU: Always On
Videomode CON: Always On
Timeout: 1 s
'Space': Toggle 'S': Save