Rextron KNV104 User manual

Table of Contents
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"Introduction
Overview……………………………………..………….…………1
Features………………………………………..….…………….…3
Configurations………………….………………..………………...4
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"Installation
Device Connection…………………..…………..………….…….7
Initial Power-up…………………..………………..….……….…..9
Optional RackMount Accessories…………….…………..…..10
Multimedia Module…………….………………………………...12
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"Operation
Front Panel Push Buttons………….…………………..……....13
OSD(On-Screen Display)Operation………….……………......14
Hot-key Commands…………………………..………...............20
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"Cascade Configuration
Connection………….…………………………..………....….....22
Change Configuration while Running………..……….....…….24
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"Multi-access NovaView
Overview…………......…………………………………...……...25
Connections……......…………………………………………….25
Operation……......…………………………………………….....26
Configuration……......……………….…………………………..26
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"Appendices
Specifications……......…………………………………….........27
Troubleshooting……......………………………………………..28!
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Please read this manual thoroughly andfollow the
Installation procedures to prevent any damage to the
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Overview
One-Console NovaViewSwitches
The NovaView allows you to access multiple computers from one
keyboard, mouse and monitor. There is no interface card or
software to configure. Installation is as easy as connecting cables
between the NovaView and your computers. Operation is as simple
as pressing push button, entering hot-key command and navigating
through the user-friendly on-screen menu (available on models with
OSD support). Depending on the model you have, it switches upto
4 (KNV104), 8 (KNV108) or 16 (KNV116) IBM-compatible computers.
The NovaView is independent of the computer operating system.
Two-Console NovaView Switches
The advanced multi-access NovaView Switches enable you to control
multiple computersfrom two different locations, remoteand local with
two keyboards, mice and monitors. KNV2108D controls 8
computers and KNV2116D controls 16 computers.
On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
For KNV104D, KNV108D, KNV116D
KNV2108D, KNV2116D models
For NovaViews with built-in OSD control, you can name your
computers, switch to a computer from a list, configure settings with
easy-to-use menus, view the name of the selected computer
on-screen with programmable time interval. The OSD displays the
system status throughout operation.

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Automatic Mouse Conversion
The NovaView Switch enable you to connect computers with PS/2 or
serial mouse ports (using adapters supplied with each NovaView
Switch) and control the computers from one PS/2 mouse. The
NovaView automatically identifies the mouse and switches to proper
mouse protocol.
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High Video Quality
NovaView supports VGA resolution up to 1920 x 1440 without any
degradation. Advanced VGA circuit design guarantees smooth and
flicker-free switchingfrom one computer to the other with distance up
to 100ft (30M)* at both Console and PC sides.
NOTE: This User's Manual is written for the following models.
NovaView Switch Models
No. of console
supported 1 1 1 2 2
No. of PC supported 4 8 16 8 16
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Features
!Supports both PS/2 and serial mouse
!Cascade configuration expands system capability
!Auto-scan automatically selects computers sequentially
!Supports Microsoft IntelliMouse (Pro)
!Hot-key functions allow easy computer access
!Keyboard states automatically saved and restored whenswitching
computers
!Operating system independent, transparent to all applications
!Plug and play system configuration
!Keyboard and mouse can be hot plugged at any time
!High VGA resolution 1920 x 1440
!DDC2B compatible
!Optional standard 19 inch rack mounting kit available
!Supports optional multimedia module for microphones and stereo
speakers
Extra features for On-Screen Displaymodel
!Assign computers with unique and meaningful names
!Identify and select computers by the names
!Programmable scan filters unused computers
!Store system settings and name entries to non-volatile memory
!Password security locks computer from unauthorized access
!Gain complete control with easy-to-use OSD interface
More features for multi-access models
!Manage multiple computers from two locations
!Different Console may have different type of mouse i.e.generic
PS/2 mouse and scroll mouse
!Selectable User Timeout

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Configurations
NovaView has several models each supporting a different number of
computers. For applications with a large number of computers,
NovaViews can be cascaded in a master/slave configuration to
support even more computers.
Single NovaViewConfiguration
Connect a PS/2 keyboard, a PS/2 mouse and a VGA multi-sync
monitor directly to the Master’s CONSOLE port. Then, connect
multiple sets of keyboard, mouse and monitor cables to the “PC x”
ports of the NovaView, as shown in figure 1.
Figure 1: A single NovaView configuration
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Cascade (Master/Slave) Configuration
You can connect a second level of one or more NovaViews to “PC
1”~”PC 4” (KNV104) or "PC 1"~”PC 8” ports (KNV108 & KNV116) of
a Master unit. Cascade configuration expands system ability
allowing you to select computers connected to the Master or Slaves.
There is only one Master, which has a mouse, a keyboard and a
monitor connected to its CONSOLE port directly operated by a user.
Once connected, NovaViews automatically configure themselves to
either Masteror Slave. Slaves of different NovaView models can be
mixed in cascade configuration. [NOTE: Master must have equal or
more PC ports than that of Slaves, i.e., if KNV108 is a master,
KNV108 and KNV104 can be Slaves, but KNV116 can not.]
Figure 2: A cascade NovaView configuration
Throughout this manual, Master is the NovaView that has a physical
keyboard, mouse and monitor connected to its CONSOLE port.
Slave is a NovaView that has its CONSOLE port connected to a
Master's “PC x” port. Slave only exists in cascade configuration.

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Device Connection
The monitor connected to the HD-DB-15 VGA port of a Master
CONSOLE must be capable of synchronizing with the computer's
video signal. If you are uncertain about the monitor type, please
consult the monitor user's manual. Connect a PS/2 mouse and a
keyboard to the CONSOLE port marked with a mouse and a
keyboard respectively as shown in figure 3. [NOTE: Only a PS/2
mouse can be connected to the CONSOLE mouse port. The
NovaView's automatic mouse conversion system allows you to
connect computers using serial mouse and control the computers
fromone PS/2 mouse.]
Figure 3: Master console connection

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Determine the channel address of each computer. For computers
using PS/2 mouse, connect the computer's mouse and keyboard
cables to the NovaView’s connectors marked with a mouse and
keyboard respectively, as shown in figure 4.
Figure 4: Master computer connection
For computers using serial mouse, connect the DB-9 to mini-DIN-6
adapter (supplied with the NovaView) to the computer mouse port,
then use PS/2 cables to connect the mouse to NovaView, see figure
5. Connect the computer's monitor cable to the HD-DB-15 VGA
connector. Repeat above steps for all remaining computers to be
connected to the NovaView.
Figure 5: Adapter and serial mouse connection
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Initial Power-Up
Make sure all computers and NovaViews are powered down
during installation. You must power up the Master NovaView
before turning on any other devices.
!For single NovaView: 1) Apply a power adapter to the Master.
2) Turn on computers.
!For cascade: 1) Apply a power adapter to the Master.
2) Apply power adapters to all Slaves. 3) Turn on
computers.
Note: You may hot plug additional powered-down computer and
Slave without turning any existing NovaView or computer off after
initial power up.
Replace Master Console Devices
You can replace a faulty keyboard or mouse of the Master
CONSOLE port at any time without powering down the Master, as
long as your computers are booted with proper device driver for the
new device. Should you encounter any difficulty, just activate K/M
RESET by holding both front-panel ‘1’ and ‘2’ push buttons down for
2 seconds.
Adhesive Rubber Foot
For desk-top operation, you may stick the four round rubber feet
(supplied with the unit) to the bottom of the NovaView. NOTE: Do
not use the rubber feet for rack mount operation.

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Optional Rack Mount Accessories
Figure 6 shows how to attach optional mounting brackets to the
NovaView unit for standard 19-inch rack cabinet.
Figure 6: Attaching rack mount bracket
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Figure 7 shows how to assemble rack cable support then screwitto
the back and inside the rack cabinet vertical post.
Figure 7: Assembling rack cable support
Then, keyboard/mouse/monitor cables can be routed over the cable
support. You can use plastic cable ties to bundle and label the
cables through the rack cable support holes for easy identification.

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Multimedia Module
An optional multimedia A/V module (MAV108) is used to select
microphone, speaker and monitor signals from one out of eight
computers. The A/V module is connected to the LINK port on the
rear panel via an mini-DIN-8 connector. When a computer is
selected, the microphone signal is directed to that computer, speaker
and monitor signal source from the same computer.
As an OSD option, the A/V module may select a computer different
from that of the NovaView system. There are two options in Audio
Stick function (<F4>:More\Audio Stick). When set to 'On', A/V
module selection follows computer selection. When set to 'Off', A/V
module selection stops following computer selection. It is useful if
you want to listen to one particular computer's audio signal while
selecting other computers during operation.
With extra VGA ports, the A/V module enables you to view multiple
monitors from one PC at the same time. Now you can extend your
Windows desktop for all your computers and switch accordingly.
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Front Panel Push Buttons
You may select a computer by pressing the front panel push button
directly, by issuing hot-key commands or by activating the OSD
window (for models with OSD support). The front panel indicator
changes to reflect the computer port selected (red) and whether the
port is connected to a powered computer (green). The indicator
flashes red when it is in either Auto Scan or Manual Scan mode.
Figure 8: Front panel indictor
Some computers support 'keyboard/mouse power up' function, i.e.,
press certain keys or mouse buttons to startup the computers. Their
corresponding green front indicators lit all the time even if the
computers are 'off'.
"K/M RESET
K/M RESET solves most problems developed by keyboard, mouse,
device replacement or change of configuration. Press down both
the front-panel number 1and 2push buttons for 2 seconds to
re-configure the whole system without turning either the NovaView
Switch or any computer off.
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NovaView provides an easy to use feature to start Auto Scanning.
You can press down both the front-panel number 7and 8buttonsfor
2 seconds to start Auto Scanning.

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OSD(On-Screen-Display) Operation
KNV104D,KNV108D,KNV116D,KNV2108D,KNV2116D
Figure 7: OSD screen illustration
By hitting the left <CTRL> key twice within two seconds, you may see
the 'Hotkey Menu' if it is enabled (an OSD option). Or, by hitting the
left <CTRL>key three times within two seconds, you will see a 'KVM
MENU' screen showing a list of the computers with corresponding
port numbers, names and status, see figure 7. The OSD menu of a
4-port KVM switch looks slightly different.
The port number of the currently selected computer is displayed in
red, same as the f ront indicator, at the right corner of the OSD menu.
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The color of a device name is green if it has power and is ready for
operation, or the color is white as it has no power. OSD menu
updates the color when it is activated. The <PageUp> and
<PageDown> keys can be used to view 8 other computers at a time;
not effective for a 4-port KVM switch.
Use the “
! “, “ " “, “1“ ~ “8“ or “A“ ~ “H“ to highlight a computer and
the <ENTER> key to select it. Or, you may press <ESCAPE> to exit
OSD and remove the OSD menu from the display; the status window
returns to the display and indicates the currently selected computer
or operating status. For a 4-port KVM switch, you can only use the
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! “ and “ " “ arrow keys to highlight a computer.
A triangle mark (!) to the right of a name indicates the port is
cascaded to a Slave; the number at the left of the triangle mark
shows the number of ports the Slave has, i.e. 8!for an 8-port switch.
<ENTER> key brings you one level down and another screen pops
up listing the names of the computers on that Slave. The name of
the Slave will be shown at the upper right corner of the OSD menu.
It is useful to group computers and still be able to see the group
name.
An eye mark (#) to the right of a name indicating the computer is
selectedto bemonitored in Scan mode. In OSD, this mark can be
switched on or off by function key <F2>.
Press <ESCAPE> key to exit OSD and to return to the selected
computer; the computer name is also shown on the screen.
$Function key <F1>: To edit name entry of a computer or a
Slave with up to 14 characters. For 4-port KVM switches, the
maximum number of character is 8. First, highlight a port then
press <F1> followed by name entry. Valid characters are ‘A’~’Z’,
‘0’~’9’ and the dash character. Lowercase letters are converted
to uppercase ones. Press <BACKSPACE> to delete a letter
one at a time. Non-volatile memory stores all name entries until
you change, even if the unit is powered down.

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computer on or off. First, use the <UP> and <DOWN> arrow
keys to highlight it, then press <F2> to switch its eye mark on or
off. If Scan Type is 'Ready PC +#', only the power-on and
eye mark selected computers will be displayed sequentially in
Scan mode.
$Function key <F3>: To lock a computer from unauthorized
access. To lock a device, highlight it then press <F3>. Now,
enter up to 4 characters (‘A’~’Z’, ‘0’~’9, ‘-‘) followed by <ENTER>
as new password. A Security-enabled device is marked with a
lock (%) following its port number. To permanently disable the
security function from a locked device, highlight it, press <F3>
then enter the password. For a 4-port KVM switch, only one port
can be locked by password.
If you want to access the locked device temporarily, simply
highlight it and press <ENTER>, the OSD will ask you for the
password. After entering the correct password, you are allowed
to use the device. This device is automatically re-locked once
you switch to another port. During Scan mode, OSD skips the
password-protected devices.
If you forget the password, the only way to permanently
erase all the passwords is to:
Press and hold the front panel buttons “1” and “2”, then
hold “7” and “8”. Release “7” and “8”, then release “1”
and “2”.
For 4-port KVM switches: If you forget the password, the only
way to permanently disable the security function is to remove
all possible power sources from the master KVM switch. You
need to turn off all computers and unplug the power adapter,
then restart everything.
$Function key <F4>: More functions are available by hitting
<F4>. A new screen pops up displaying more functionsas
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described below. Most of them are marked with a triangle (!)
indicating there are options to choose from. Using the <UP>
and <DOWN> arrow keys, select the functions and press
<ENTER>. Available options will be shown in the middle of the
screen. Again, using the <UP> and <DOWN> arrow keys to
view options then press <ENTER> to select it. You can press
<ESCAPE> to exit at any time.
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Auto Scan
In this mode, theIntegra automatically switchesfrom one
power-on computer to the next sequentially in a fixed
interval. During Auto Scan mode, the OSD displaysthe
name of the selected computer. When Auto Scan
detects any keyboard or mouse activity, it suspends the
scanning till activity stops; it then resumes with the next
computer in sequence. To abort the Auto Scan mode,
press the left <CTRL> twice, or, press any front button.
Scan Type and Scan Rate set the scan pattern. Scan
Ty pe (<F4>:More\Scan Type) determines if scanned
computers must also be eye mark selected. Scan Rate
(<F4>:More\Scan Rate) sets the display interval when a
computer is selected before selecting the next one.
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Manual Scan
Scan through power-on computers one by one by
keyboard control. can Type (<F4>:More\Scan Type)
determines if scanned computers must also be eye mark
selected. Press the up arrow key (#) to select the
previous computer and the down arrow key ($) toselect
the next computer. Press any other key to abort the
Manual Scan mode.
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Audio Stick
An optional multimedia module can be LINKed to the
back of each Integra KVM switch for selecting
microphone and stereo speaker signals. There are two