IOGear MiniView SE GCS82A User manual

MiniViewTM SE
2/4 Port KVM Swtich (GCS82A/GCS84A Installation Manual)

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Thank you for purchasing one of the smallest and most feature-rich KVM switches on the market.
IOGEAR’s KVM switches are first-rate connectivity accessories designed to heop reduce the frustration of
managing multiple computer systems. Wtih the MiniViewTM SE series by IOGEAR, you can access multiple
computers from a single console(keyboard, mouse and monitor). The MiniViewTM SE provides two conve-
nient methods to access connected computers. Change ports easily via the push button selection switch
located on the unit’s top panel, or by entering Hot Key combinations from the keyboard. Setup is fast and
easy; plugging cables into their appropriate ports is all that is entailed.
We hope you enjoy using your MiniView™ SE KVM switch, yet another first-rate connectivity solution from
IOGEAR.

Table of Contents:
Table of Contents
Package Contents
Overview
Features
Requirements
Introduction
Installation
Operation
Appendix
Specification
Radio & TV Interference Statement
Limited Warranty
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Package Contents
This package contains:
1 MiniViewTM SE KVM Switch (GCS82A or GCS84A)
1 User Manual
1 Registration Card
4 Premium Bonded KVM Cables (2-4ft & 2-6ft) GCS84A only
2 Premium Bonded KVM Cables (2-4ft) GCS82A only
1 Quick Start Guide
If any items are missing or damaged please contact your dealer.

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Overview
Overview
The MiniViewTM SE GCS82A & GCS84A KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) Switch is a control unity that allows
accessto twocomputers froma singleconsole (keyboard,mouse andmonitor). Before thedevelopment of
the MiniView SE, the only way to control multiple computer configurations from a single console was through a
complexand costlynetwork system.
Setup is fast and easy, plugging cables into their appropriate posts is all that is entailed. We have arrange so
the2 PS/2console ports are on the front ofthe unitfor easyand convenient access. There is no software to
configure, so there is no need to get involved in complex installation routines or be concerned with incompat-
ibility problems. Since the MiniViewTM SE GCS82A & GCS84A intercepts keyboard input directly, it works on
any hardware platform and with all operating systems.
The MiniViewTM SE GCS82A & GCS84A provides two convenient methods to access the computers
connected to the system using push button selection switches located on the units front panel and entering
Hotkey combinations from the keyboard.
There is no better way to save time and money than with a MiniViewTM SE GCS82A or GCS84A. By allowing
a single console to manage the attached computers, the MiniViewTM SE GCS82A & GCS84A eliminate the
expense of purchasing a separate keyboard, monitor and mouse. Additionally, it saves space taken up by the
additionalhardware andeliminates theinconvenience ofswitching fromthe differentcomputer systems.

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Features
Features
- Premium Bonded Cables Included
- Patented VSE (Video Signal Enhancement) Technology for Superior Video Quality
- PS/2 Compatible Mouse Support - Microsoft® Intellimouse Pro & Logitech FirstMouse Support
- Keyboard and Mouse Emulation for Error Free PC Booting
- Easy to Install - No Software Required
- Computer Selection Via Push Button Switches or Keyboard Hot Keys
- Auto Scan Function for Monitoring Computer Operation
- Support up to 1920 x 1440
- LED for Easy Status Monitoring
- Follows PC 99 Color Specifications
- Easy to Operate
- Hot Swappable
- Unit Can Operate Without Power Adapter
- Compact Size for Convenient Placement
- For Use Wtih SUN & MAC Systems, An Additional Adapter is Required (GCV130, GCV160 Respectively)
- DC Input for Optional External Power Supply
- 3 - Year Warranty

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Requirements
Requirements
PS/2 Enabled Computer with/VGA (or compatible) Type Video Port
For USB enabled MACs and PCs
- Additional USB to PS/2 adapter required (IOGEAR PART NUMBER GUC100KM)
For ADB enabled MACs
- Additional ADB to PS/2 adapter required (IOGEAR PART NUMBER GCV160)
For SUN systems
- Additional SUN to PS/2 adapter required (IOGEAR PART NUMBER GCV130)
Accessories
• USB to PS/2 adapter (GUC100KM)
• ADB to PS/2 adapter (GCV160)
• SUN to PS/2 adapter (GCV130)
• Console Extender (CE220) *Extend your console up to 500*ft away
IOGEAR has a full line of KVM, FireWire, USB, USB 2.0, and ShareView products. Please visit our website at www.iogear.com for further information.

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FrontView
1. Port Selection Switches
Pressing a push button switch shifts access to the computer connected to its corresponding port.
2.Port LEDs (designed intothe port selection switches)
• The On Line LED lights ORANGE to indicate that the computer connected to the port it corresponds to is up and running.
• The Selected LED lights GREEN when the port it corresponds to is the currently selected port. Depending on the port’s
status, the LED may flash according to a specific pattern (see the table in the Appendix for details).
3.Consolekeyboardandmouse ports
The cables from your keyboard and mouse plug in here.
Each port is identified by an appropriate icon.
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Introduction

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BackView
1.ConsoleVideoConnector
The cable from your monitor plugs in here
2.ComputerPortConnections
The extender cables that connect back to the mouse, keyboard, and video ports on the computers you are designating
as computer 1 and computer 2 plug in here. Each port is identified by an appropriate icon.
Note: 1. In order to have the console’s keyboard and mouse control notebook computers that only have one PS/2 ports you can use a two PS/2 port to
USB adapter, such as the IOGEAR GUC100KM, where you would plug the extender cable’s keyboard and mouse connectors into the adapter’s
PS/2 ports, then plug the adapter’s SUB cable into the computer’s USB port.
2. Ordinary PS/2 to USB changers commonly sold in computer shops will not work with this KVM switch.
Introduction

Your current procedure
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Setup and Installation
Step.1
* Before you begin, please make sure that the power to all devices has been turned off.
• Plug your Mouse, Keyboard, and Monitor into the console area on the KVM.
Installation

Your current procedure
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Setup and Installation
Step.2
• Connect the cables that came with the MiniView™ SE KVM Switch to the KVM’s computer ports.
Installation

Your current procedure
To keyboard and mouse ports
To VGA ports
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Setup and Installation
Step.3
1. Connect the other end of the cables that came with the
MiniView™ SE KVM to your computers.
2. Once complete, turn the KVM switch on.
3. Then turn on the power of connected computers.
4. You are now ready to take full advantage of your new KVM
Installation

Operation
Controlling the computers on your MiniView™ SE KVM (GCS82A & GCS84A) from a single console could not be easier. The
switch has two port selection methods providing you with instant access to your computers.
• Manual Port Selection
• HotKey Port Selection
Manual Port Selection
With manual port selection you simply press the appropriate button to select your desired CPU. The front LED lights indicate which computers are in use
and which ones are selected. This makes for easy port navigation.
HotKey Port Selection
HotKey Navigation allows you to select the active computer directly from the keyboard instead of having to manually select
the ports from the KVM itself. The MiniView™ SE KVM provides two HotKey navigation features.
• Active port selection
• Auto Scan Mode
• Last/Next Mode
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Operation

Selecting the Active Port
(GCS82A only)
You can toggle between the two PCs by pressing and releasing the left or right control key twice [ctrl]+[ctrl]
(GCS84A only)
Each CPU port is assigned a numeric ID (1-4). You can directly access any computer connected to the KVM with a hotkey
combination that specifies the ID of the CPU port.
• Press each of the following keys, in order, holding them down until all three are depressed. [Alt+Ctrl+Shift]
• Key in the appropriate port number (1,2,3,4)
• Press [ENTER] to complete your selection
Note: The combination must be on the same side of the keyboard (i.e. Left [ctrl]+left[Alt]+left[shift])
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Operation

Auto Scan Mode
The MiniView™ SE KVM’s auto scan feature automatically switches between the connected CPUs at regular 5-second intervals
so that you can monitor their activity without having to switch the ports yourself.
(GCS82A) To invoke the Auto Switch feature press and release the left shift key then do the same with the right shift key in succession of each other.
(GCS84A) To invoke the Auto Switch feature perfom the following key sequence:
• Press each of the following keys, in order, holding them down until all three are depressed. [Alt+Ctrl+Shift]
• Key in the port number (0)
• Press [Enter] to complete your selection
Once scanning begins it wil continue until you press the [spacebar]. The port last seen during the scan will become the active
port.
Note: While Auto Scan Mode is in effect none of the keyboard keys will function until you end the Auto Scan
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Operation

Last/Next Mode (GCS84A only)
This feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually. You can dwell on a particular post for
as long or as little as you like as opposed to Auto Scan Mode, which switches after a fixed interval. To invoke Last/Next Mode
Key in the following HotKey combination.
1. Press and release [Alt+Ctrl+Shift]
2. Press and release [9]
3. Press Enter [Enter]
Once Last/Next Modes is active pressing the left Shift key (LShift) switches to the previous computer from the currently active
one) pressing (RShift) switches to the next computer in the installation.
Note: 1. There is another, shorter HotKey combination to produce Last/Next Mode switching. Simply press the left control twic
in succession LCtrl + LCtrl to the previous computer or press the Right Ctrl key twice in succession RCtrl + RCtrl to
swich to the next computer. This method is available all the time. It does not have to be invoked first as in the case
of the Alt+Ctrl+Shift method.
2. While Last/Next Mode is in effect none of the other keyboard keys will function. You must exit Last/Next Mode by pressing the spacebar in order
to use the console for anything else. GCS84A does not support serial mice.
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Operation

HotKey Summary Table(GCS82A/84A)
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Combination Action Model
[ctr]+[ctr] Opens OSD Menu GCS82A only
[alt]+[ctr]+[shift]+[1 or 2 or 3 or 4]+[Enter] Opens OSD Menu GCS84A only
[L-shift]+[R-shift] To activate auto scan GCS82A only
[alt]+[ctr]+[Shift]+[0]+[Enter] To activate auto scan GCS84A only
[shift] To end auto scan both
[alt]+[ctr]+[shift]+[9]+[Enter] Last/Next Mode GCS84A only
[L-shift] Switch to Previous Computer GCS84A only
Operation

Activity Meaning
Off Port is not selected.
On (Steady) Port is connected to an active PC.
Flashing (On and Off equal) Port is connected to an active PC and is being accessed in Auto
SCan mode.
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Appendix
LED Display (GCS82A&GCS84A)
Appendix