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Typical Application
Installation The translator is installed by connecting the switch
side of the Translator to the KVM switch. Connect the computer
side of the Translator to the DB25 side of the UltraCable. Plug the
computer side of the UltraCable into the computer. After
installing, configure the KVM switch port to support a PC mode-3
keyboard and a PS/2 mouse. If you have a Sun model and are
using other than a US keyboard then you can configure the Sun
unit for the proper language. The product installation and
configuration is now complete.
Cables Rose's UltraCable streamlines the cable connections to
the Translator, simplifying cable management and improving
system reliability. Order the computer or user cable by the
computer's keyboard, monitor, and mouse connector style and
desired length. We stock a large variety of cable types in lengths
up to 100 feet. You should specify standard resolution (800x600 or
less) or high resolution (greater than 800x600).
Power The Translator converter takes its power from the KVM
switch or from the computer. When the unit is powered on and
running the LED on the side of the unit will be lit. The Sun and
Apple versions support the power-on function from the keyboard.
To ensure this feature works correctly with a Vista switch which
takes its power entirely from the computer, you should order the
optional power adapter for the Vista switch.
Apple and Sun emulation with a Windows keyboard
Full emulation by the Translator requires the use of a 104/105
Windows keyboard. Using a Windows style keyboard, the keys
are mapped from the PC keyboard to the Apple or Sun computer.
PC KEY (WIN 95) APPLE KEY SUN KEY
Left control Left control Left control
Left Win95 (start) Left Apple Left meta
Left alt Left option Left alt
Right alt/alt graph Right option Alt graph
Right Win95 (start) Right cloverleaf Right meta
Right Win95 (app) Power key Power key
Right control Left control Compose
DEC Alpha version
This version of the Translator is for DEC Alpha models which use a
DB15 connector for the keyboard and mouse. The DB15 connector on
the keyboard and mouse cable goes to a connection box. This
connection box has a mini-din7 and an RJ4 conductor jack. The
keyboard and mouse plug into these connectors. Newer DEC Alpha
models use PC keyboard and PS/2 mouse and the Translator is not
needed for these models. You will need a DEC 108-key keyboard with
a PC keyboard interface such as the DEC LK461 keyboard to access
the special DEC keys, such as F13, F14, F15, etc. not present on a PC
keyboard.
SGI Onyx version
This version of the Translator is for SGI Onyx models that have a single
mini-din6 connector on the computer. The mini-din 6 cable goes to the
keyboard and the mouse plugs in directly to the keyboard. This is
compatible with SGI Onyx, Crimson, and Personal Iris computers using
a model 9500801 keyboard. Since the layout of this keyboard is
identical to a PC keyboard it maps directly.
Part Numbers
CNV-MACPS Translator for Apple keyboard/mouse
CNV-SUNPS Translator, Sun keyboard/mouse
CNV-DECPS Translator, DEC Alpha keyboard/mouse
CNV-SGIPS Translator, SGI Onyx keyboard/mouse
Specifications
Size 2”W X 2.5” D X 0.75” H
Weight 2 oz (not including cabling)
Power From switch or computer
Connectors Switch: DB25 Male
Computer: DB25 Female
Video Pass through
Chassis Painted steel with graphic label
Indicators Power LED
Environment 0 to 55° C, 0-80% non-condensing
relative humidity
Models for Apple, SUN, DEC, SGI Onyx
