Lindy CPU Switch Duo Quick start guide

© LINDY ELECTRONICS LIMITED
LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen Range
Installation and Use
CPU Switch Multiscreen - Installation and Use
First Edition (August 2001)
Part Numbers 32346, 32347, 32348 and 32349
© 2001 LINDY Electronics Ltd.
Part Model
32346 LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen
2 ports, 2 screens
Part Model
32347 LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen
4 ports, 2 screens
Part Model
32348 LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen
2 ports, 4 screens
Part Model
32349 LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen
4 ports, 4 screens

LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen ENGLISH
Quick Installation and Operation Guide
QUICK INSTALLATION
Power off all your computers and connect them to the computer ports (labelled 1
to 4) on the rear of the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen. LINDY 3-in-1
keyboard/video/mouse combination cables are recommended for the keyboard,
mouse and first video connection. LINDY video cables are recommended for the
additional video connections.
Connect your keyboard, mouse and monitors to the WHITE ports on the rear of
the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen.
OPERATION GUIDE SUMMARY
The LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen’s default configuration is suitable for most
systems.
A computer may be selected using the front panel key, a three button mouse or a
keyboard hotkey combination. To select a computer using the mouse press and
release the left or right hand buttons whilst holding down the central mouse
button. To select a computer using the keyboard hotkeys hold down the CTRL
and ALT keys, press and release the required port key (e.g. 1) and then release
the CTRL and ALT keys.
Safety information
For use in dry, oil free indoor environments only.
Do not attempt to service the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen yourself.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen, its
optional power adapter and its accessories.
Warning - live parts contained within optional power adapter.
No user serviceable parts within optional power adapter - do not dismantle.
Replace the optional power adapter with a manufacturer approved type only.
If you use a power extension cord with the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen, make sure
the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed
the cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total ampere rating of all the devices
plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet’s ampere rating.
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LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen GERMAN
Kurzhandbuch, Einführung
FEATURES
Der LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen unterstützt Monitorauflösungen bis
1900x1440 bis 75Hz sowie DDC Monitorerkennung.
Der LINDY CPU Switch benötigt bei Kabellängen unter 5m kein Netzteil.
Werden größere Kabellängen benötigt, so sollte ein optional erhältliches Netzteil
verwendet werden; hiermit können in den meisten Fällen auch noch Kabellängen
bis 20m realisiert werden.
Der LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen unterstützt Standard-Tastaturen und PS/2
Mäuse mit und ohne Rädchen wie z. B. die LINDY Dual Wheel Mause, LINDY
Dual Wheel Maus Wireless, Microsoft IntelliMouse u.a. . Über einen separat
erhältlichen RS-232 Mausadapter (LINDY Artikelnummer 70058) unterstützt er
auch serielle Mausanschlüsse am PC (Sub-D 25Pol Anschluss).
Der LINDY CPU Switch kann mit einer optional erhältlichen Kabel-
Fernbedienung umgeschaltet werden.
Der LINDY CPU Switch emuliert für alle angeschlossenen Rechner permanent
Monitor, Maus und Tastatur. Dies sorgt dafür, dass zwischen den
angeschlossenen Rechnern beliebig oft hin und her geschaltet werden kann,
ohne dass die Rechner das Maus- bzw. Tastatursignal verlieren und neu
gebootet werden müssen.
Der LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen verfügt über einen Passwortschutz gegen
ungewollten Zugriff sowie über einen Bildschirmschoner –siehe ggf.
ausführliches Handbuch.
Zwischen den angeschlossenen Computern kann entweder per Tastatur-Hotkey,
durch Drücken der Umschalttaste auf der Frontblende oder mit einer 3-Tasten-
Maus umgeschaltet werden.
Um einen Computer per Tastatur-Hotkey auszuwählen werden die <Strg> und
<ALT> Tasten zusammen gedrückt und dann zusätzlich die erforderliche Port-
Taste gedrückt (z.B. 1 oder 2 beim 2 Port Switch bzw. 1, 2, 3 oder 4 beim 4 Port
Switch). Diese Hotkeys können bei Bedarf auch auf andere Tastenkombinationen
umgestellt werden.
Zur Auswahl eines Computers mit der 3-Tasten-Maus werden gleichzeitig erst die
mittlere und dann zusätzlich die linke oder rechte Maustaste kurz gedrückt.
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LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen GERMAN
SPEZIELLE EIGENSCHAFTEN
Der LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen ist Flash-uprgradable. Die Firmware ist damit
an zukünftige neue Hardware prinzipiell anpassbar.
Der LINDY CPU Switch kann kaskadiert werden.
Der LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen hat ein robustes Metallgehäuse für hohe
Stabilität und optimale EMV Abschirmung.
Der LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen unterstützt sowohl Desktop, Tower als auch
Notebook PCs, RS6000, DEC Alpha und Silicon Graphics Workstations.
INSTALLATION
Schalten Sie alle Ihre Computer aus und schließen Sie sie an die HELLGRÜN
markierten Ports auf der Rückseite des LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen an. Wir
empfehlen der Übersichtlichkeit halber die Verwendung der LINDY 3-in-1-
Tastatur/Monitor/Mauskabel. Es können jedoch auch geeignete einzelne LINDY
Standardkabel verwendet werden.
Schließen Sie Ihre Tastatur, Ihren Monitor und Ihre PS/2-Maus an die
DUNKELGRÜN markierten Ports auf der Rückseite des LINDY CPU Switch
Multiscreen an.
Die Vorgabeeinstellungen (Lieferzustand) des LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen
sind für die meisten Installationen geeignet (Änderungen siehe Ausführliches
englisches Manual).
SICHERHEITSHINWEISE
Nur für den Gebrauch innerhalb von trockenen, ölfreien Räumen vorgesehen.
Die Wartung des LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen darf nur ausschließlich von
dazu qualifiziertem Fachpersonal vorgenommen werden.
Sämtliche Warnhinweise und Anweisungen auf dem LINDY CPU Switch
Multiscreen, seinem optionalen Netzteil und Zubehörteilen sind zu beachten und
zu befolgen.
Warnung –im Netzteil sind unter Spannung stehende Teile enthalten. Das
Netzteil darf nicht geöffnet werden und soll bei Defekt nur durch einen vom
Hersteller zugelassenen Typ ersetzt werden.

LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen SPANISH
Guía rápida de instalación y funcionamiento
INSTALACIÓN RÁPIDA
Desconecte todos los ordenadores y conéctelos a los puertos VERDE CLARO en la
parte posterior del LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen. Para mayor comodidad se
recomiendan cables combinados 3-en-1 teclado/vídeo/ratón. También están
ampliamente disponibles cables individuales normales adecuados para el teclado, el
vídeo y el ratón.
Conecte el teclado, el monitor y el ratón al puerto VERDE OSCURO en la parte
posterior del LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen.
RESUMEN DE LA GUÍA DE FUNCIONAMIENTO
La configuración por defecto del LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen es adecuada para la
mayoría de los sistemas.
Puede seleccionarse un ordenador utilizando la tecla del panel frontal, un ratón de tres
botones o una combinación de teclas rápidas en el teclado. Para seleccionar un
ordenador utilizando el ratón, pulse y suelte los botones izquierdo o derecho mientras
mantiene pulsado el botón del medio. Para seleccionar un ordenador utilizando las
teclas rápidas del teclado, mantenga pulsadas las teclas CTRL y ALT, pulse y suelte la
tecla del puerto requerida (p.e. 1) y a continuación suelte las teclas CTRL y ALT.
Información sobre seguridad
Solamente debe usarse en interiores, en entornos secos y sin grasa.
No intente realizar ningún tipo de mantenimiento al LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen
usted mismo.
Siga todos los avisos e instrucciones marcadas en el LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen, el
adaptador de potencia opcional y todos sus accesorios.
Aviso –el adaptador de potencia opcional tiene piezas con tensión.
El adaptador de potencia opcional no contiene piezas que pueda mantener el usuario –
no desmontarlo.
Cambie el adaptador de potencia opcional solamente con un tipo aprobado por el
fabricante.
Si utiliza una cable de extensión con el LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen, compruebe que
el amperaje nominal total de los equipos enchufados en el cable de extensión no
superen el amperaje nominal del cable de extensión. Asimismo, compruebe que el
amperaje nominal total de todos los equipos conectados a la toma de red no superen el
amperaje nominal de la toma.
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LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen FRENCH
Guide d’installation rapide et mode d’emploi
INSTALLATION RAPIDE
Mettez tous vos ordinateurs hors tension et raccordez-les aux ports VERT CLAIR
àl'arrière du LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen. Les câbles clavier/vidéo/souris
LINDY 3-in-1 sont recommandés pour des raisons pratiques. Des câbles clavier,
vidéo et souris standard se trouvent également facilement sur le marché.
Raccordez votre clavier, moniteur et souris au port VERT FONCE àl'arrière du
LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen.
MODE D’EMPLOI SOMMAIRE
La configuration par défaut du LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen convient àla
plupart des systèmes.
Pour sélectionner un ordinateur, utilisez la touche du panneau avant, une souris
àtrois boutons ou une combinaison de touches de raccourci clavier. Pour
sélectionner un ordinateur àl'aide de la souris, maintenez la pression sur le
bouton central et appuyez sur le bouton gauche ou droite avant de relâcher. Pour
sélectionner un ordinateur avec les touches de raccourci clavier, maintenez les
touches CTRL et ALT enfoncées, appuyez sur la touche du port souhaité(ex. 1)
et relâchez, puis relâchez les touches CTRL et ALT.
Consignes de sécurité
A n'utiliser qu'àl'intérieur, dans un environnement sec et exempt d'huile.
Ne pas assurer soi-même l'entretien du LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen.
Observer tous les avertissements et instructions marqués sur le LINDY CPU Switch
Multiscreen, son adaptateur de courant optionnel et ses accessoires.
Avertissement –l'adaptateur de courant optionnel renferme des pièces sous tension.
L'adaptateur de courant optionnel ne contient aucune pièce devant être révisée par
l'utilisateur –ne pas le démonter.
Ne remplacer l'adaptateur de courant optionnel que par un adaptateur approuvépar le
fabricant.
Lorsqu'une rallonge est utilisée pour le LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen, vérifier que
l'intensiténominale totale des périphériques branchés sur la rallonge ne dépasse pas
l'intensiténominale du câble. Par ailleurs, vérifier que l'intensiténominale totale de tous
les périphériques branchés sur la prise murale ne dépasse pas l'intensiténominale de la
prise murale elle-même.
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LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen ITALIAN
Guida di installazione rapida e funzionamento
INSTALLAZIONE RAPIDA
Spegnere tutti i computer e collegarli alle porte VERDE CHIARO sul retro del
LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen. Per facilitàconsigliamo i cavi LINDY combinati 3-
in-1 tastiera/video/mouse. Sono pure disponibili cavi mouse, video e tastiera
standard individuali adatti.
Collegare la tastiera, monitor e mouse alla porta VERDE SCURO sul retro del
LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen.
SOMMARIO GUIDA OPERATIVA
La configurazione di default del LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen èadatta alla
maggior parte dei sistemi.
Si puòselezionare un computer usando il tasto sul pannello frontale, un mouse a
tre bottoni o una tastiera con tasti attivi. Per selezionare un computer con il
mouse, premere e rilasciare i bottoni sinistro o destro trattenendo
contemporaneamente quello centrale. Per selezionare un computer con tasti attivi
tastiera, tener premuti i tasti CTRL e ALT, premere e rilasciare il tasto porta
richiesta (es. 1) e quindi rilasciare i tasti CTRL e ALT.
Informazionoi riguardanti la sicurezza
Da usare esclusivamente in interni asciutti e privi di olio.
Non cercare di effettuare manutenzione sul LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen.
Seguire tutti gli avvertimenti ed istruzioni presenti sul LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen,
sull’adattatore opzionale di potenza e sugli accessori.
Attenzione –l’adattatore opzionale di potenza contiene parti sotto tensione.
L’adattatore opzionale di potenza non contiene parti soggette a manutenzione da parte
dell’utente –non smontarlo.
Sostituire l’adattatore opzionale di potenza solo con uno di tipo approvato dal
produttore.
Se si usa una prolunga con il LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen, controllare che la potenza
nominale totale in ampère dei dispositivi collegati alla prolunga non superi la potenza
nominale in ampère della prolunga stessa. Controllare inoltre che la potenza nominale
totale in ampère dei dispositivi collegati non superi la potenza nominale in ampère della
presa a muro.
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About this manual
LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen - Installation and Use
First edition (August 2001)
(c) 2001 LINDY Electronics Ltd.
Part No. LY0041/1 www.lindy.com
Part No. 32346 LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen 2 Port 2 Screen
Part No. 32347 LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen 4 Port 2 Screen
Part No. 32348 LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen 2 Port 4 Screen
Part No. 32349 LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen 4 Port 4 Screen
All rights reserved. Whilst every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this
manual, LINDY Electronics Ltd assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.
Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the
information contained herein. We reserve the right to change the specifications,
functions and circuitry of the product without notice. All trademarks acknowledged.
Safety information
For use in dry, oil free indoor environments only.
Do not attempt to service the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen yourself.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the LINDY CPU Switch
Multiscreen, its optional power adapter and its accessories.
Warning - live parts contained within optional power adapter.
No user serviceable parts within optional power adapter - do not dismantle.
Replace the optional power adapter with a manufacturer approved type only.
If you use a power extension cord with the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen, make
sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does
not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total ampere rating
of all the devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet’s
ampere rating.

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Warranty
LINDY Electronics Ltd warrants that this product shall be free from defects in
workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of original
purchase. If the product should fail to operate correctly in normal use during the
warranty period, LINDY will replace or repair it free of charge. No liability can be
accepted for damage due to misuse or circumstances outside LINDY’s control. Also
LINDY will not be responsible for any loss, damage or injury arising directly or
indirectly from the use of this product. LINDY’s total liability under the terms of this
warranty shall in all circumstances be limited to the replacement value of this
product.
If any difficulty is experienced in the installation or use of this product that you are
unable to resolve, please contact your supplier.
Trademarks
All trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the
respective trademark owners.
LINDY is a registered trademark of LINDY Electronics Limited.
Compaq is a registered trademark of Compaq Computer Corporation.
Hewlett-Packard is a registered trademark of Hewlett-Packard.
IBM, PC/AT, PS/2, RS/6000 and ThinkPad are registered trademarks of
International Business Machines Corporation.
Logitech, MouseMan+ and Pilot Mouse+ are trademarks of Logitech Inc.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks, and IntelliMouse is a trademark
of Microsoft Corporation.
Velcro is a trademark of Velcro USA Inc.

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Radio Frequency Energy
Shielded cables must be used with this equipment to maintain compliance with radio
frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity
to electromagnetic disturbances.
European EMC directive 89/336/EEC
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a class B computing
device in accordance with the specifications in
the European standard EN55022. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions may cause
harmful interference to radio or television
reception. However, there is no guarantee that
harmful interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause
interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the
equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to
correct the interference with one or more of the
following measures: (a) Reorient or relocate the
receiving antenna. (b) Increase the separation
between the equipment and the receiver. (c)
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected. (d) Consult the supplier or an
experienced radio / TV technician for help.
FCC Compliance Statement (United States)
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 J 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 may 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
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications
RFI statement
This equipment does not exceed the class A
limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus set out in the radio interference
regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
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 radioélectriques publiépar le
ministère des Communications du Canada.

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Contents
1. Introduction .................................................................................... 6
1.1 Key features........................................................................................... 6
1.2 Package contents.................................................................................. 8
1.3 Remote controller contents.................................................................... 8
1.4 Product information ............................................................................... 9
2. Installation ...................................................................................... 12
2.1 What you will need ............................................................................... 12
2.2 Mounting the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen ...................................... 13
2.3 Connecting your devices ...................................................................... 13
2.4 ‘Interface powered' operation without the optional power adapter ........ 14
2.5 Configuring your PCs ............................................................................ 14
2.6 Configuring the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen .................................. 14
2.7 Summary of LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen configuration options ...... 15
2.8 Resetting the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen without disconnecting
your devices .......................................................................................... 17
2.9 Other useful installation information ..................................................... 18
2.10 Re-enabling a disconnected PS/2 mouse ........................................... 19
2.11 Hot plugging the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen into running systems
and re-enabling disconnected PS/2 CPU mouse connections ........... 19
2.12 Upgrading the LINDY flash memory ................................................... 20

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3. Using the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen .................................. 24
3.1 Power on status..................................................................................... 24
3.2 Front panel keys and remote controller................................................. 24
3.3 Status display ........................................................................................ 25
3.4 Switching operation ............................................................................... 26
3.5 Keyboard hotkey control........................................................................ 26
3.6 Mouse control........................................................................................ 27
3.7 RS232 control........................................................................................ 28
3.8 Cascading LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreens ........................................ 28
3.9 Synchronising LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreens for multiple video
head applications .................................................................................. 31
4. LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen configuration options .............. 33
4.1 Screen saver time delay ....................................................................... 33
4.2 Autoscan lock on mode and delay time ................................................ 33
4.3 Mouse mode and mouse switching of channels .................................... 34
4.4 Keyboard hotkey combination ............................................................... 35
4.5 Cycling between all channels or just the active channels ..................... 36
4.6 Firmware functions (version query, mouse restore and reset) .............. 36
4.7 Setting a security password .................................................................. 37
4.8 Cascade query code ............................................................................. 38
4.9 Resolving slow mouse problems .......................................................... 38
4.10 Exit configure mode ............................................................................ 39
Appendices
A - Cable and connector specifications................................................................ 40
B - Problem solving.............................................................................................. 45

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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen. Your LINDY CPU
Switch Multiscreen is a high performance Keyboard, Video monitor and Mouse
(KVM) sharing device which supports a wide range of PC hardware and software
platforms. The Multiscreen is a new concept in KVM switches and enables you to
benefit from all the convenience of the proven LINDY CPU Switches whilst taking
advantage of the multiple monitor facilities available on many modern computers.
Computers fitted with multiple video cards are becoming more common as operating
systems have developed to make use of the extended video "real estate" offered by
multiple monitors. The increased display area enables more information to be
presented to the user without reducing the resolution. The Multiscreen enables
several computers equipped with these multiple video facilities to be controlled from
a keyboard, mouse and an array of monitors. All the monitors and the keyboard and
mouse are switched together from one computer to the next giving you full control of
the wider picture.
1.1 Key features
Control several multi-video enabled PCs with from a single keyboard, mouse and
a bank of monitors.
Dual and quad video head models available with two or four computer ports.
Two or more Multiscreens may be synchronously switched by linking their options
ports.
Switch 4,8,12 or 16 monitors together by synchronising Multiscreens.
Excellent for banking, security and engineering applications.
Supports high bandwidth monitors at resolutions up to 1920 x 1440 with an
excellent video transfer characteristic - high bandwidth and low distortion.
Continuous keyboard and mouse emulation on all ports ensures problem free
computer bootup.
Interface powered operation –LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen draws its power
from the connected computers for maximum convenience.

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Intelligent switching feature enables users to switch between all ports or just the
active ports.
Mixed AT/PS2 keyboards and PS2/RS232 mice supported as standard.
Flash upgradeable - LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen’s firmware may be upgraded
by connecting a computer’s serial port and running a download program.
Can be cascaded to provide a video switching network.
Video channels support Display Data Channel (DDC/DDC1/DDC2) signalling.
Password security prevents unauthorised use.
User options stored in EEPROM memory.
Optional remote control module for convenient operation.
Channel switching by front panel key, keyboard hotkey, or 3 button mouse.
Automatically restores keyboard and mouse states when channel changed.
Supports keyboard modes 1,2 and 3 and mouse prompt and stream modes for
maximum compatibility.
Can be controlled remotely via an RS232 serial port.
Includes screen saver, auto-scan and variable hotkey options.
Supports Microsoft IntelliMouse, IntelliMouse Explorer and other common wheel
mice.
Mouse restoration functions to enable ‘hot plugging’of certain systems.
Keyboard, mouse and LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen resets may be performed
without disconnecting devices.
Supports IBM ThinkPad ‘Y’cables.
Power and activity indication confirm correct operation.
Standard cable connections make installation easy and inexpensive.
All ports are active simultaneously –all PCs may all be booted at the same time.
Robust metal case ensures good shielding and video quality.
Supports desktop and laptop PCs, RS6000s, DEC Alphas, and Silicon Graphics
computers .

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Supports very wide range of software including Windows 3.X, WFWG, 95, 98,
2000, NT,ME, XP, DOS, Unix, Linux, NetWare, OS/2, BSD etc.
Supports the additional shortcut, web access and media control keys found on
extended keyboards.
May be connected to LINDY CPU Switch Smart products for synchronised
switching applications.
Optional power adapter can be used for ‘video only’or cascade applications.
1.2 Package contents
LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen.
This installation guide.
(Please note that a power adapter is NOT required for most applications and so is
not included. This may be purchased separately if required).
1.3 Remote controller contents (part code: 32255)
Remote control module.
Velcro strip for mounting remote controller.

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1.4 Product information
Figure 1 - LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen front view
Figure 2a - CPU Switch Multiscreen 4 Port 4 Screen (part code: 32349)

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Figure 2b - CPU Switch Multiscreen 4 Port 2 Screen (part code: 32347)
Figure 2c - CPU Switch Multiscreen 2 Port 4 Screen (part code: 32348)

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Figure 2d - CPU Switch Multiscreen 2 Port 2 Screen (part code: 32346)
Figure 3 - Remote control pad / display (optional accessory - part 32255)

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2. Installation
2.1 What you will need
Cables to connect the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen to each of your PC
keyboard, video and mouse ports. Cable specifications are given in appendix A. For
convenience we suggest that you connect your keyboard, mouse and first video port
using a LINDY 3-in-1 combination cable. Additional video ports may then be
connected using video-only cables.
Monitors with standard VGA/SVGA (15 pin) connector that will work when
connected directly to each of your PCs. LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen supports
low and high resolution monitors.
A standard AT or PS/2 style keyboard. If you are using an AT keyboard with a 5
pin connector you may connect this to the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen using a
standard AT to PS/2 keyboard adapter.
A PS/2 style two or three button Microsoft or Logitech compatible mouse or a
Microsoft IntelliMouse / IntelliMouse Explorer compatible mouse. If you wish to use
the mouse to switch the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen’s channel then you will
need a three button mouse or an IntelliMouse.
(The LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen supports ‘Internet Mice’that are compatible
with the Microsoft IntelliMouse. These are fitted with a wheel or other scroll control
and sometimes have additional buttons. Examples are: Microsoft IntelliMouse,
Logitech Pilot Mouse+, Logitech MouseMan+, Genius NetMouse and Genius
NetMouse Pro.)
A suitable mouse driver for your PCs. Supported types are:
- PS/2 or RS232 two button mouse driver (any manufacturer).
- Microsoft mouse driver (including IntelliMouse).
- Logitech mouse driver (including two button, three button and wheel mouse).
Use of PS/2 and RS232 style mice with the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen - All
of the mouse connections from LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen to PCs support
either a PS/2 or an RS232 mouse. LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen automatically
converts from the PS/2 mouse commands to RS232 serial mouse commands. Serial
mice types are selected by using an adapter as described in Appendix A. The

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LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen will operate without a mouse connected if you do
not wish to use one.
2.2 Mounting the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen
The LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen has been designed for use on a desktop or
shelf in close proximity to the user’s monitor and peripherals. The optional remote
controller may be used if you wish to locate the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen on a
desk or shelf that is some distance from the monitor and peripherals.
2.3 Connecting your devices
Ensure that the optional power adapter is disconnected from the LINDY CPU Switch
Multiscreen and that all the devices which are to be attached are switched off.
Connect the shared keyboard, PS/2 mouse and monitors to the connectors at the
rear of the LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen (see figs 1, 2 and 3). Next, connect each
computer system unit in turn with the keyboard cable, mouse cable and video
cables. For the keyboard, mouse and first video port, LINDY 3-in-1
keyboard/video/mouse cables are recommended for maximum convenience. Any
unused computer connections can be left unconnected. To connect computers with
serial mouse connections and AT style keyboard connections use the adapters
specified in appendix A. If you have an existing 6-pin mini-DIN to 9-pin serial
adapter that came with a mouse it may not be suitable for use with the LINDY as
there are several different standard wiring configurations for these adapters.
The LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen is now ready for use and will start to operate as
soon as one of the attached PCs is powered on. If you are connecting to PCs using
cables that are longer than 5 metres or are cascading the LINDY CPU Switch
Multiscreen to another LINDY CPU Switch Multiscreen you will need to use the