Planet DKVM-1716 User manual

User’s Manual
DKVM-1708 / DKVM-1716
17”LCD Drawer KVM Console with
8/16 Ports Combo-Free Module

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FCC
This device 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. Including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
CE
This equipment is in compliance with the requirements of the following regulations: EN 55 022:
CLASS A
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Revision
User’s Manual for Drawer KVM Console with 8/16 Ports Combo-Free Module
Model: DKVM-1708/1716
Rev: 1.0 (July, 2011)
Part No. EM-DKVM-1708/1716_v1.0

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Safety Instructions
1. Please disconnect this equipment from AC outlet before cleaning. Don’t use
liquid or sprayed detergent for cleaning. Use moisture sheet or clothe for
cleaning.
2. For pluggable equipment, the socked-outlet shall be installed near the equipment
and shall be easily accessible.
3. Please keep this equipment from humidity.
4. Lay this equipment on a reliable surface when install. A drop or fall could cause
injury.
5. Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned, storage
temperature above 60 0C, it may damage the equipment.
6. The opening on the enclosure is for air convection hence the equipment from
overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENING.
7. Make sure the voltage of the power source connect the equipment to the power
outlet.
8. Please keep the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not
place anything over power cord. The power cord must rate for the voltage and
current marked on the product’s electrical ratings label. The voltage and current
rating of the cord should be greater than the voltage and the current rating
marked on the product.
9. All cautions and warning on the equipment should be noted.
10. If the equipment is not in use for long time, disconnect the equipment from mains
to avoid being damaged by transient over-voltage.
11. Never pour any liquid into ventilation openings; this could cause fire or electrical
shock.
12. Never open the equipment. For safety reason, qualified service personnel should
only open the equipment.
13. If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service
personnel.
The Power Cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment has not worked well or you can not get it work according
to User’s Manual.
The equipment has dropped and damaged.
If the equipment has obvious signs or breakage.

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Index of Contents
Safety Instructions......................................................................................................................................... I
Index of Contents .........................................................................................................................................II
1. General Information ............................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Packing List ................................................................................................................................. 1
1.2 Product Feature............................................................................................................................ 2
1.3 Features ....................................................................................................................................... 2
1.4 Product Specification................................................................................................................... 3
2. Installation .............................................................................................................................................4
2.1 Before Installation........................................................................................................................4
2.2 Hardware Kits Contents............................................................................................................... 5
2.3 LCD Components........................................................................................................................ 7
2.4 Connecting the Console............................................................................................................... 8
3. OSD Operation...................................................................................................................................... 9
3.1 Panel Controls and LCD OSD Function...................................................................................... 9
3.2 KVM OSD Function................................................................................................................... 11
3.2.1 Manual Key ......................................................................................................................11
3.2.2 Hot Key and Mouse Clicking ...........................................................................................11
3.2.3 OSD (On Screen Display) ................................................................................................11

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1. General Information
The PLANET DKVM-1708 / DKVM-1716 is the drawer KVM with single-rail
console design offering industrial level input solution, which optimizes your
space utilization by controlling your systems in just 1U space on the rack. The
separate rail design helps users install the KVM console more easily. You don’t
have to prop the heavy console during the installation but just lock the rails into
the rack and then pull the KVM console into the rails. Simply use the supplied
Combo VGA cable set to link the ports to the console ports of your KVM switch,
no matter whether your connected port interface be either USB or PS/2.
The KVM switch modules are loaded with rich features, such as one local
console port, Daisy chain capability, On Screen Display (OSD) menu, Password
security, Searching PC server name, Hot key control, Push button and
Auto-Scan control, complete keyboard and mouse emulation for simultaneously
PC boot-up processes.
1.1 Packing List
The complete package consists of:
One 1.8 m KVM cable. (HDB-15 / VGA + PS/2 x 2)
One 1.8m power cord
One user’s manual CD
One quick installation guide
Two Rack mount bracket kit
One Rack Mount Screw pack
Check to make sure that the unit was not damaged in shipping. If you encounter a
problem, contact your dealer.
Please read this manual thoroughly, and follow the installation and operation
procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the product, and / or any of the
devices that connect to it.

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1.2 Product Feature
Easy to install, single rail design
Supports high resolution up to 1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz
Support 6 keyboard languages
Heavy-Duty Electroplate Steel
OSD function for LCD display and KVM switch
Complies with EIA RS-310C 19” Rack Mount standard
Supports Combo KVM module to connect servers / KVM via USB & PS/2
Connection
Cascade controls 128 / 256 sets of PCs
Fully supports Logitech / Microsoft / IBM PS/2 mouse / trackball and compatible
PS/2 mouse / trackball
Supports hot plug; not necessary to turn off the original system regardless of a
newly installed PC or KVM
1.3 Features
Easy to install
With the unique separate rail design. One man can install the KVM console
easily. In case you need to maintain the console, you can easily uninstall without
effecting the server above or below.
Modular KVM switches
The user can use DKVM-1708/1716 as single port console or through some
simple action and few screws to be 8/16 ports KVM switch.
Various keyboard language support
Powerful Mouse/Keyboard Support
In the present computer applications, a mouse has become an indispensable
device. The KVM fully supports various models of PS/2 mice manufactured by
Logitech, Microsoft and IBM as well as compatible PS/2 mice of other brands.
The KVM supports the PS/2 Keyboard Port of the CODE SET1/2/3 and further
allows you to use the KVM for all kinds of servers, PCs or their combination.

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1.4 Product Specification
Model Name DKVM-1708 / DKVM-1716
Display Size 17 inches
Panel Type 4CCFL LCD Panel
Resolution Capabilities Maximum Resolution up to 1280 x 1024 (SXGA)
Pixel Pitch Supports 0.264(H)x0.264(V)/ 0.294(H)x0.294(V)
Operating System
Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/2003/Vista/7 Server,Linux,
Mac OS9/OSX and Sun Microsystems.
Multi Platform Support PS/2 and Combo-Free KVM module
System Cables KVM Cable(Combo-Free) x 1
Keyboard Mouse 105 key PS/2 keyboard with touch pad
Power Source 100 ~ 240V AC input
Touch pad 1000 points/ inch(40 points/mm)-graphics tablet mode
KVM Switch Module PC
Connectors
Video: 16 HDB-15 female
KB/MS: PS/2 & USB signal combined
Temperature
Operate: 5 ~ 40 Degree C / 41 ~ 104 Degree F
Storage: -20 ~ 60 Degree C / -4 ~ 140 Degree F
Humidity 0% ~ 80% RH
Chassis Construction Heavy duty steel materials
Keyboard Language* Multi-Language keyboard support English, Germany, French,
Italian,Spanish,Chinese(Default: English)
Certification CE / FCC

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2. Installation
2.1 Before Installation
1. Please check all peripherals according the list before installation. To make
sure of the whole unit was not damaged and lost during shipping process. If
you encountered any problem, please contact your dealer.
2. Before installation, make sure all peripherals and computer have been turned
off.
3. The standard brackets are for 500 ~ 800 mm (distance means front bracket to
rear bracket) cabinet, contact your dealer if you need longer rear brackets.
4. If your cabinet depth is above 800 to 1000 mm, please contact your dealer for
the stretch rails and replace it for your demand.
5. Reliable accessories of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained.
Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct
connections to the branch circuit.
6. The KVM and console are a little bit heavy, please prevent these devices from
falling down during the installation. That may make some people hurt and the
console damage.

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2.2 Hardware Kits Contents
1. Adjust rail with pull or push to fit your cabinet
2. Install front and rear bracket on cabinet.
3. Repeat step 1~2 for the other side.
4. Pull the console until rails automatically are locked. When users hardly push
the console and it can be unlocked by the power is over 4kg.
5. Pull and turn the lock knobs (left and right at the same time) then users can
open console to operate.

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6. Put the KVM module into the console form the back. There are two ways to
install the KVM module in suitable position, users can fix KVM module with the
KVM accessories (Both sides) or the extra Rack- mounted Screws
(Bothsides).
7. Finish installation as below.
KVM accessories (L& R) X2
Extra rack- mounted Screws X8

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2.3 LCD Components
No. Component Function Description
1 Handle Holder Pull to Slide the LCD console in or out
2 LCD Display Panel Display
3 LCD Panel OSD Buttons Controls Display Required Quality
4 LED Indicators Switching Operation for KVM Module ( Optional )
5 Slide Rail Single Slide Rail
6 USB Ports x 2 (K/B, Mouse) Plug-in external K/B and Mouse.
7 Power LED Indicates Power Status
8 Power Switch Turn on / Turn off
9 Touch Pad Mouse Operation
10 Keyboard Module Keyboard Operation
11 LCD Lock Screws Fix or Release LCD panel
12 8/ 16 ports KVM Modular KVM for 8/ 16 ports
1
2
3
4
5
6 7 8
9
10
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2.4 Connecting the Console
To connect an LCD console to a computer, perform the following steps
8 Port of KVM
16 Port of KVM
1. Turn off your computer. You should always turn off your computer before
connecting or disconnecting a device.
2. Connect the video (VGA) connector of the KVM cable to the video card
connector on the rear panel of your computer.
3. Identify and connect the PS/2 mouse and PS/2 keyboard connector to the correct
PS/2 ports on the rear panel of your computer. Or you can use USB interface to
connect your computer. (Use PS/2-USB switch to select your interface. The
switch has to be on PS/2 side when you use PS/2 interface connector.)
Please don't plug PS/2 and USB cables at the same time

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3. OSD Operation
3.1 Panel Controls and LCD OSD Function
Controls Description
Soft power on/off button. Adjacent LED is lit when
on.
Menu To access the main menu. This button also acts as
the “Enter” button.
Auto Auto-synchronize and scale down display to any
valid factory preset timings.
▲UP Press to scroll the function you want to adjust.
▼DOWN Press to scroll the function you want to adjust.
Table 3.1 Panel Controls
Figure 3-1. OSD Control Bar
Controls Description
AUTO Automatically size, centers direction and fine tunes Video
signal to eliminate “noise” and direction
BRIGHTNESS Adjusts back ground black level of the screen image
CONTRAST Adjusts for ground white level of the screen image
SHARPNESS Adjusts the clarity and focus of the screen image
H.POSITION Moves the screen image left or right
V.POSITION Moves the screen up or down
CLOCK Adjusts image distortion appearing as vertical bars or “noise”
on the screen
PHASE Adjusts image distortion appearing as horizontal “noise” on
the screen
COLOR
METER
Adjusts color temperatures for users
LANGUAGE Allows you to choose from among five languages as
English, French , German , Italia , Simplified Chinese,

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Espanola, and Nederland
SPEAKER Volume control
OSD
V.POSITION
Adjust operation of up/down on the screen
OSD
H.POSITION
Adjust operation of right/left on the screen
OSD OFF TIME OSD “time of staying” on the screen
RECALL Returns all controls back to factory sorting
SOURCE Analog/Digital signal choice
EXIT/SAVE Exit OSD control

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3.2 KVM OSD Function
3.2.1 Manual Key
It is the simplest switching method. You just need to press the Port Selection
Switch on the front panel of the KVM. The Selection LED (Red) is on, indicating
that you are switching to the corresponding port.
1. The Port Selection Switch functions only when connected to a PC.
2. If the Offline Skip of the OSD System Setting is Auto, then you
can not make any switch when pressing an offline Port Selection
switch.
3. For Auto Scan Mode, none of the Port Selection Switches functions
3.2.2 Hot Key and Mouse Clicking
Hot key and mouse clicking are applicable for switching a small section. You can
select the SVS (Smart View Setting) from the OSD of the PC first (for a quick
switch of PC) and use the keyboard (press the Ctrl key twice) or the mouse
(press and hold the middle button while pressing the left or right button) to switch
to the previous or next set of PC.
The mouse must have at least 3 keys. As far as you select a PC with
the SVS, you can use this method for the switch.
3.2.3 OSD (On Screen Display)
Press the NumLock on the keyboard twice or simultaneously press the Push
Buttons 1 and 2 of the Port Selection Switch on the KVM panel to start the OSD.
Use the key Up, Down and Enter keys on the keyboard to switch or directly move
the mouse to the target PC, and then double click the left button.
Additionally, you also can use the numeric keys to enter the direct switch. For
example, if you want to switch a PC to the Slave KVM port 04 under the Master
KVM port 03, then you can start the OSD and then directly enter 0304. If you are
using a standalone machine, then just enter the first two digits.
More OSD related information is given in the following OSD sections.

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Start
Press the NumLock twice or the Port Selection Switches 1 and 2 on the panel
to enter the OSD.
If you have modified the Hot Key for starting the OSD and are unable to
enter the OSD by pressing NumLock, then you can start the OSD by
using Port Selection Switch first, and then press F9 to enter into
the System Setting to modify the options of the OSD Entry Hot Key.
If you have modified the Hot Key for starting the OSD and are unable to enter
the OSD by pressing NumLock, then you can start the OSD by using the Port
Selection Switch first, and then press F9 to enter into the System Setting to
modify the options of the OSD Entry Hot Key.
Operation
You can operate the options by keyboard or mouse. For the keyboard
operation, besides the common Up and Down keys, there are special function
keys such as Enter, Space Bar, Function Key (F1, F4…) under the OSD remark
field. For the mouse operation, the left key refers to Enter and the right key refers
to Exit. For example, move the mouse point to your desired PC, and click the left
key. The selection bar will move to that position and then click the left key again
for the execution.
You must use the keyboard to complete the two functions: Name
Edit and Password.

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Switch Menu
Master List
03-04:Mail Ser 4
LIST: MASTER
PWR C# KVM NAME SVS
●01 Admin ♁
●02 Θ
●03 04 Mail Group Ο
1
04 Θ
●05 Peter ♁
●06 08 Web Group Ο
●07 16 Data Group Ο
08 Θ
↑↓:Move Space:Edit Esc:Exit
F1: Smart View Enter: Switching
F4: Auto Scan F9: System Setting
F5: Clear Name List
Press Enter
Slave List
03-04:Mail Ser 4
LIST: Mail Group
PWR C# KVM NAME SVS
●01 MailSer1 Θ
●02 MailSer2 Θ
●03 MailSer3 ♁
●04 MailSer4 ♁
↑↓:Move Space:Edit Esc:Exit
F1: Smart View Enter: Switching
F4: Auto Scan F9: System Setting
F5: Clear Name List
1 、This field provides the information of the currently connected PC. As shown in
the figure above, 03 refer to the Port Number of the Master; 04 refer the Port
Number of the Slave; and Mail Ser 4 is the name of this PC defined by Users. If a
PC connects to the Master, then the number consists of the first two digits. If a
User has not given a name for the PC, the name field will be blank.
4
3
2

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2、This field shows the list of the Master KVM or a certain set of Slave KVM
currently displayed on the OSD. We recommend you to give a name to the Slave
KVM, or else the display after LIST: will be blank.
3、This field shows the list of connections to the KVM, and the fields are described
below : PWR: It shows the status of power supply and indicates a normal power
supply for the equipment (PC or KVM) connected to the CPU port.
C#: It shows the channel number; the CM-1204 will display 01~04; the CM-1208
will display 01~08 and the CM-1216 will display 01~08; 09~16 (Since the screen
cannot display all at a time, therefore you can use PgUp/PgDn to switch the
pages).
KVM: It shows the KVM model. If there is a number in this field, it shows that a
set of KVM connects to this port. The number 04 indicates Port 4 and 08
indicates Port 8 and 16 indicates Port 16 and so on.
If the connected KVM is not on, there will have no number in this field.
NAME: It shows the name of the equipment, and users can name the Slave
KVM or PC on their own. There are a total of 12 characters selected from the
group of “A~Z”, “a~z”, “0~9” , “＋”, “－” , “＊”, “／” , “＝”, “［”,“］”, “，”, “．”, “：”.
Please use the CapsLock to toggle the upper and lower cases.
SVS: It shows the Smart View Setting; use ♁to open and Θto close. The SVS
is blank and not clickable if the KVM is connected in parallel. If this option is set
to open, then you can make the switch by operating the Hot Key Switch or
Mouse Clicking or selecting the option by Auto Scan. You also can use mouse
to click this field.
Selection BAR: It shows the selection bar (Green); you can use the ↑↓ keys on
the board to move the selection bar, and the situated position indicates the
selected target for giving instructions. For example, if the selection bar points at
C#05 and you press Enter, then the system will switch to that particular PC or

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press the “Space BAR” to start editing the name. Press F4 to enable/disable the
SVS option.
4、Instruction Hint Field:
↑↓:
(Move)
Use the ↑↓ keys on the keyboard or the mouse to
move the selection bar
SPACE:
(Edit)
The “Space BAR” on the keyboard is used to start
editing the name of the PC or KVM.
ESC:
(Exit)
Use the “Esc” key on the keyboard to exit the
current option or exit OSD.
F4:
(Auto Scan)
Use the F4 key to run Auto Scan, and you can set
the residing time, channel display time and mode of
the Auto Scan from System Setting.
F9:
(System Setting)
Use the F9 key to enter into the System Setting
Menu.
F5:
(Clear Name List)
Use the F5 key to clear the values of all Name
fields. If you clear the name list under the Master
screen, then you will also clear the name lists under
all slaves. If you clear the name list under a certain
slave, then you only clear the name list under that
particular Slave KVM.
F1:
(Smart View) It switches the Smart View Setting.

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‧System Setting Menu
System Setting
Channel Display
Mode
Full
Channel Display Tim 5 Sec
Auto Scan Time 5 Sec
OSD Entry Hot Key Number Lock
Hot Key Switching OFF
Mouse Clicking OFF
Beeper Sound ON
Offline Skip Manual
OSD Language English
Security Level None
Console Lock Time 5 Min
↑↓ Move
Space Change
Esc Exit
F1 Information
F4 OSD Position
F8 Restore Default Setting
Item Description Default Other Selection
Channel Display
Mode
For Port Switching, Auto Scan
and OSD Close, the Monitor will
show the Channel information
and mode selection.
Full Number,
Name
Channel Display
Time
It shows the time for displaying
channel information. 5 Sec
10Sec,
Always,
None
Auto Scan Time For Auto Scan, it shows the
residing time for each port. 5 Sec
10Sec,
20Sec,
30Sec,
60Sec
OSD Entry Hot
Key
Select to turn on the hot keys of
the OSD control screen. NumLock Scroll Lock, Shift, None