Rose electronics Orion X OXS-CH288-00 User manual

Orion X
Enterprise KVM Switch • CATx or Fiber • 48
-576 Ports
Installation
and
Operation Manual
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DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY
This is to certify that, when installed and used according to the instructions in this manual, together with the
specified cables and the maximum CPU- cable length <3m, the Units listed in Appendix B are shielded against
the generation of radio interferences in accordance with the application of Council Directive 2004/108/EG as
well as these standards:
EN 55022:2006 + A1:2007 (Class A)
EN 55024:1998 + A1:2001 + A2:2003
This equipment has been found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.
The product safety of the devices is proven by their compliance with the following standards:
IEC 60950-1A1:2010
EN 60950-1/A12:2011
UL 60950-1-2007
CAN/CSA-C22.2 60950-1-07
The manufacturer complies with the EU Directive 2012/19/EU on the prevention of waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE). The device labels carry a respective marking.
These devices comply with Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the council of 8 June
2011 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment
(RoHS 2, RoHS II). The device labels carry a respective marking.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Contents Page #
Disclaimer...................................................................................................................................................1
Introduction................................................................................................................................................. 1
About This Manual...................................................................................................................................... 2
Features..................................................................................................................................................2
Compatibility............................................................................................................................................3
Package contents.................................................................................................................................... 3
System Overview........................................................................................................................................ 4
Orion X Model Description.......................................................................................................................... 5
Installation .................................................................................................................................................. 7
System Setup..........................................................................................................................................7
Setup of the matrix ............................................................................................................................... 7
Setup of Extenders............................................................................................................................... 7
Possible Orion X Setups.......................................................................................................................... 7
KVM Matrix ..........................................................................................................................................8
Video Matrix .........................................................................................................................................9
Parallel Operation (Stacking) ............................................................................................................. 10
Matrix Grid ......................................................................................................................................... 11
Configuration ............................................................................................................................................ 12
Command Mode.................................................................................................................................... 12
Control Options ..................................................................................................................................... 13
Control through the OSD.................................................................................................................... 13
Control through the Java Tool ............................................................................................................ 16
Control through the Serial Interface.................................................................................................... 21
Assignment ........................................................................................................................................... 22
Virtual CPU ........................................................................................................................................ 22
Virtual Console................................................................................................................................... 24
System Settings .................................................................................................................................... 26
System Data ...................................................................................................................................... 26
Automatic ID ...................................................................................................................................... 28
Access Control................................................................................................................................... 30
Switch Settings .................................................................................................................................. 32
Network.............................................................................................................................................. 34
Date and Time ................................................................................................................................... 36
User Settings......................................................................................................................................... 38
User ................................................................................................................................................... 38
User Favorites List ............................................................................................................................. 40
User Macros....................................................................................................................................... 41
Extender Settings .................................................................................................................................. 44
Flex-Port Extender Units .................................................................................................................... 45
USB 2.0 Extender.................................................................................................................................. 46
Extenders for UNI I/O Boards (USB 2.0 / USB 3.0) ............................................................................... 48
CPU Device Settings............................................................................................................................. 50
Console Device Settings ....................................................................................................................... 52
CON Devices ..................................................................................................................................... 52
Mouse and Keyboard ......................................................................................................................... 55
Extender OSD.................................................................................................................................... 57
Console Favorites .............................................................................................................................. 59
Console Macros ................................................................................................................................. 60
Parallel Operation .............................................................................................................................. 63
Multi-Screen Control .......................................................................................................................... 64
Saving and Loading of Configurations ................................................................................................... 67
Active Configuration ........................................................................................................................... 67
Saving of Configurations (internal) ..................................................................................................... 67
Loading of Configurations (internal) ................................................................................................... 69
Saving of Configurations (External).................................................................................................... 70

Loading of Configurations (external) .................................................................................................. 71
Export and Import Options..................................................................................................................... 72
Export Options ................................................................................................................................... 72
Import Options ................................................................................................................................... 73
Matrix Cascading................................................................................................................................... 73
Matrix Grid............................................................................................................................................. 76
Firmware Update................................................................................................................................... 78
Matrix Update..................................................................................................................................... 78
Extender Update ................................................................................................................................ 80
License Management ............................................................................................................................ 83
Operation ................................................................................................................................................. 84
Operating the Orion X with 'Hot Keys'.................................................................................................... 84
Direct Switching ................................................................................................................................. 84
Scan Mode......................................................................................................................................... 85
Function Keys <F1>-<F16>................................................................................................................ 85
Addressing of Main and Sub Matrices ................................................................................................ 86
KVM Switching ...................................................................................................................................... 86
Extended Switching............................................................................................................................... 88
CON Switch........................................................................................................................................... 91
Multi-Screen Control.............................................................................................................................. 92
USB 2.0 Switching................................................................................................................................. 93
Presets.................................................................................................................................................. 93
Serial Interface ...................................................................................................................................... 94
Power Up and Power Down Functions .................................................................................................. 94
Restart ............................................................................................................................................... 94
Factory Reset..................................................................................................................................... 95
Power Down....................................................................................................................................... 95
Summary of Keyboard Commands........................................................................................................ 96
Diagnostics and Status Indicators............................................................................................................. 98
Status LEDs .......................................................................................................................................... 98
CPU Board......................................................................................................................................... 98
I/O Board ........................................................................................................................................... 99
I/O Board Ports ................................................................................................................................ 100
Fan Tray .......................................................................................................................................... 100
Power Supply Unit Orion X 288/160 ................................................................................................. 101
Power Supply Unit Orion X 80/48..................................................................................................... 101
Port Status .......................................................................................................................................... 102
Port Status Matrix Grid ........................................................................................................................ 105
Extender OSD ..................................................................................................................................... 106
Network Status.................................................................................................................................... 107
Firmware Status Matrix........................................................................................................................ 108
Firmware Status Extender ................................................................................................................... 110
Trace Function .................................................................................................................................... 111
Syslog Monitoring................................................................................................................................ 111
SNMP.................................................................................................................................................. 113
System Check ..................................................................................................................................... 115
Service Information................................................................................................................................. 116
Maintenance and Repair ..................................................................................................................... 116
Technical Support ............................................................................................................................... 116
Maintenance........................................................................................................................................... 118
Power Supply Units ............................................................................................................................. 118
Fan Trays ............................................................................................................................................ 118
CPU Board .......................................................................................................................................... 118
I/O Board............................................................................................................................................. 119
Filter Pads........................................................................................................................................... 119
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 120

External Failure ................................................................................................................................... 120
Video Interference ............................................................................................................................... 120
Fan Malfunction................................................................................................................................... 120
Power Supply Unit Malfunction............................................................................................................ 120
Network Error ...................................................................................................................................... 120
Failure at the matrix............................................................................................................................. 121
Blank Screen....................................................................................................................................... 121
Figures Page #
Figure 1. System Overview......................................................................................................................... 4
Figure 2. Orion X 288-Port Model ............................................................................................................... 5
Figure 3. Orion X 160- Port Model .............................................................................................................. 6
Figure 4. Orion X 80-Port Model ................................................................................................................ 6
Figure 5. Orion X 48-Port Model ................................................................................................................. 6
Figure 6. Single-head KVM Matrix .............................................................................................................. 8
Figure 7. Video Matrix ................................................................................................................................ 9
Figure 8. Parallel Operation (Stacking) ..................................................................................................... 10
Figure 9. Matrix Grid................................................................................................................................. 11
Figure 10. OSD Main Menu ...................................................................................................................... 14
Figure 11. Login Screen ........................................................................................................................... 15
Figure 12. Java Tool Connect Screen....................................................................................................... 17
Figure 13. Java Tool System Data Screen................................................................................................ 17
Figure 14. Java Tool Online Configuration................................................................................................ 20
Figure 15. Java Tool Configuration Report ............................................................................................... 21
Figure 16. Virtual CPU Devices Assignment through the OSD ................................................................. 22
Figure 17. Virtual CPU Devices Assignment through Java Tool................................................................ 23
Figure 18. Virtual CON Devices Assignment through the OSD ................................................................. 24
Figure 19. Virtual to Real Console Assignment through Java Tool ........................................................... 25
Figure 20. Modifying System Settings through the OSD ........................................................................... 27
Figure 21. Modifying System Settings through the Java Tool ................................................................... 28
Figure 22, Modifying Automatic ID Settings through the OSD................................................................... 29
Figure 23. Modifying Automatic ID Settings through the Java Tool ........................................................... 29
Figure 24. Modifying Access Control through the OSD ............................................................................. 31
Figure 25. Modifying Access Control through the Java Tool ..................................................................... 31
Figure 26. Modifying Switch Settings through the OSD ............................................................................ 33
Figure 27. Modifying Switch Settings through the Java Tool..................................................................... 33
Figure 28. Modifying Network Settings through the OSD .......................................................................... 35
Figure 29. Modifying Network Settings through the Java Tool .................................................................. 35
Figure 30. Modifying Date and Time Settings through the OSD................................................................ 36
Figure 31. Modifying Date and Time Settings through the Java Tool ........................................................ 37
Figure 32. Modifying User Settings through the OSD ............................................................................... 38
Figure 33. Modifying User Settings through the Java Tool........................................................................ 39
Figure 34. Setting Up User Favorites through the OSD ............................................................................ 40
Figure 35. Setting Up User Favorites through the Java Tool..................................................................... 41
Figure 36. Setting Up User Macros through the OSD ............................................................................... 42
Figure 37. Setting Up User Macros through the Java Tool........................................................................ 43
Figure 38. Managing Extender Settings through the OSD ........................................................................ 44
Figure 39. Managing Extender Settings through the Java Tool................................................................. 45
Figure 40. Configuring USB 2.0 Extenders through the OSD.................................................................... 46
Figure 41. Configuring USB 2.0 Extenders through the Java Tool ............................................................ 47
Figure 42. Configuring UNI I/O Board Extenders Through the OSD.......................................................... 48
Figure 43. Configuring UNI I/O Board Extenders Through the Java Tool.................................................. 49
Figure 44. Modifying CPU Settings through the OSD ............................................................................... 50
Figure 45. Modifying CPU Settings through the Java Tool........................................................................ 51
Figure 46. Setting Up CON Devices through the OSD.............................................................................. 53
Figure 47. Setting Up CON Devices through the Java Tool ...................................................................... 54

Figure 48. Modifying Mouse and Keyboard Settings through the OSD ..................................................... 56
Figure 49. Modifying Mouse and Keyboard Settings through the Java Tool.............................................. 56
Figure 50. Modifying Extender OSD Settings through the OSD ................................................................ 57
Figure 51. Modifying Extender OSD Settings through the Java Tool......................................................... 58
Figure 52. Setting up Console Favorites through the OSD ....................................................................... 59
Figure 53. Setting Up Console Favorites through the Java Tool ............................................................... 60
Figure 54. Setting Up Console Macros through the OSD.......................................................................... 61
Figure 55. Setting up Console Macros through the Java Tool................................................................... 62
Figure 56. Setting Up Parallel Operation through the OSD ....................................................................... 63
Figure 57. Setting Up Parallel Operation through the Java Tool ............................................................... 64
Figure 58. Setting Up Multi-Screen Control through the OSD ................................................................... 65
Figure 59. Setting Up Multi-Screen Control through the Java Tool ........................................................... 66
Figure 60. Saving Internal Configuration through the OSD ....................................................................... 67
Figure 61. Saving Internal Configuration through the Java Tool................................................................ 68
Figure 62. Loading Internal Configuration through the OSD ..................................................................... 69
Figure 63. Loading Internal Configuration through the Java Tool.............................................................. 70
Figure 64. Saving External Configuration through the Java Tool .............................................................. 70
Figure 65. Loading external configuration through the Java Tool.............................................................. 71
Figure 66. Exporting Configuration Lists through the Java Tool ................................................................ 72
Figure 67. Importing Configuration Lists through the Java Tool ................................................................ 73
Figure 68. Setting Up Matrix Cascading Through the OSD....................................................................... 74
Figure 69. Setting Up Matrix Cascading Through the Java Tool ............................................................... 75
Figure 70. Setting Up a Matrix Grid through the OSD - Step 1.................................................................. 77
Figure 71. Setting Up a Matrix Grid through the OSD - Step 2.................................................................. 77
Figure 72. Setting Up a Matrix Grid through the Java Tool ....................................................................... 78
Figure 73. Matrix Update through the Java Tool ....................................................................................... 79
Figure 74. Extender Update in Standard Mode through the Java Tool - Step 1 (Upload Firmware) .......... 80
Figure 75. Extender Update in Standard Mode through the Java Tool - Step 2 (Update Firmware) .......... 81
Figure 76. Extender Update in Expert Mode – Step 1 (from the Java Tool) .............................................. 81
Figure 77. Extender Update in Expert Mode – Step 2 (from the Service Mode of the OSD)...................... 82
Figure 78. License Management through the Java Tool ........................................................................... 83
Figure 79. KVM Switching Through the OSD............................................................................................ 86
Figure 80. CPU Selection List in OSD for KVM Switching......................................................................... 87
Figure 81. Extended KVM Switching through the OSD ............................................................................. 88
Figure 82. Extended KVM Switching through Java Tool - Method 1 (From Extended Switch Option) ....... 89
Figure 83. Extended KVM Switching through Java Tool - Method 2 (From Matrix View Option) ............... 90
Figure 84. CON Switching Through the OSD............................................................................................ 91
Figure 85. Setting up Macro Presets through the Java Tool ..................................................................... 93
Figure 86. CPU Board Status LEDs.......................................................................................................... 98
Figure 87. I/O Board Status LEDs ............................................................................................................ 99
Figure 88. I/O Board Ports Status LEDs ................................................................................................. 100
Figure 89. Fan Tray Status LEDs ........................................................................................................... 100
Figure 90. Orion X 288/160 Power Supply Unit LEDs ............................................................................. 101
Figure 91. Orion X 80/48 Power Supply Unit LEDs................................................................................. 101
Figure 92. Viewing Port Status with the Java Tool (Example 1).............................................................. 102
Figure 93. Viewing Port Status with the Java Tool (Example 2).............................................................. 102
Figure 94. Port Status Matrix Grid .......................................................................................................... 105
Figure 95.Extender OSD ........................................................................................................................ 106
Figure 96. Viewing Network Status through the OSD ............................................................................. 107
Figure 97. Viewing Network Status through the Java Tool...................................................................... 108
Figure 98. Viewing Firmware Status through the OSD............................................................................ 109
Figure 99. Viewing Firmware Status through the Java Tool .................................................................... 109
Figure 100. Viewing Firmware Status on the connected Extenders through the Java Tool ..................... 110
Figure 101. Syslog Monitoring with the Java Tool................................................................................... 111
Figure 102. SNMP Monitoring through the OSD ..................................................................................... 113
Figure 103. SNMP Monitoring through the Java Tool ............................................................................. 114

Figure 104. System Check through the Java Tool .................................................................................. 115
Figure 105. Troubleshooting Blank Screen............................................................................................. 121
Figure 106. CPU Board DVI-D Single Link Connector Pinouts................................................................ 125
Figure 107. CPU Board USB Type A Connector Pinouts ........................................................................ 125
Figure 108. CPU Board Serial Port Pinouts ............................................................................................ 125
Figure 109. CPU Board RJ45 Connector Pinouts ................................................................................... 126
Figure 110. I/O Board RJ45 Connector Pinouts...................................................................................... 126
Figure 111. I/O Port Fiber Type LC Connector Pinouts........................................................................... 126
Figure 112. I/O Board SDI Connector Pinouts ........................................................................................ 126
Appendices Page #
Appendix A – General Specifications...................................................................................................... 122
Interfaces ............................................................................................................................................ 122
DVI-D Single Link............................................................................................................................. 122
USB-HID .......................................................................................................................................... 122
RJ45 (Network) ................................................................................................................................ 122
RJ45 (Serial) .................................................................................................................................... 122
RJ45 (Interconnect).......................................................................................................................... 122
Fiber SFP Type LC (Interconnect).................................................................................................... 122
SDI (Interconnect)............................................................................................................................ 123
Interconnect Cable .............................................................................................................................. 123
CATx................................................................................................................................................ 123
Fiber................................................................................................................................................. 124
Coaxial............................................................................................................................................. 124
Connector Pinouts............................................................................................................................... 125
CPU Board....................................................................................................................................... 125
I/O Board ......................................................................................................................................... 126
Power Supply ...................................................................................................................................... 127
Environmental Conditions.................................................................................................................... 127
Size ..................................................................................................................................................... 127
Shipping Weight .................................................................................................................................. 128
MTBF .................................................................................................................................................. 128
Appendix B – Part numbers.................................................................................................................... 129
Orion X Unit......................................................................................................................................... 129
Orion X Receivers ............................................................................................................................... 129
Receivers – CATx ............................................................................................................................ 129
Receivers – Multimode Fiber............................................................................................................ 129
Receivers – Singlemode Fiber ......................................................................................................... 129
Orion X Transmitters ........................................................................................................................... 130
Transmitters – CATx ........................................................................................................................ 130
Transmitters – Multimode Fiber........................................................................................................ 130
Transmitters – Singlemode Fiber ..................................................................................................... 130

INTRODUCTION
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Disclaimer
While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, the manufacturer assumes no
responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither does the manufacturer assume any liability for damages resulting
from the use of the information contained herein. The manufacturer reserves the right to change the
specifications, functions, circuitry of the product, and manual content at any time without notice.
The manufacturer cannot accept liability for damages due to misuse of the product or other circumstances
outside the manufacturer’s control. The manufacturer will not be responsible for any loss, damage, or injury
arising directly or indirectly from the use of this product. (See limited warranty.)
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Rose Electronics Orion™ X System. The Orion X System is the result of Rose
Electronics’ commitment to providing continued state-of-the-art switching solutions for today’s demanding
workplace. The Orion X System has proven to be a valuable investment for all types of businesses that have
the need to monitor, maintain, route, switch and access information from multiple computer systems. Its use in
large computer and multimedia facilities gives the IT professional the added flexibility to monitor and maintain
all systems, running on different platforms, from one or multiple KVM stations. The Orion X System is the
common sense solution that provides the flexibility and security required for today’s business environment.
Rose Electronics' Orion X System is designed to be configured to meet system demands, one user or multiple
users, two computers or hundreds. All configurations offer standard features that allow for easy, secure, and
complete access to as many computers as the system has, from one or multiple KVM user stations. The Orion
X unit is connected to the computers and user stations through CATx cables, single-mode fiber cables or multi-
mode fiber cables. Using CATx cabling, the distance can be up to 460 feet (140m) on either side of the matrix.
The distance can be up to 3,280 feet (1 km) using multi-mode fiber, or 32,808 feet (10 km) using single-mode
Fiber. The use of lower bulk cables makes installation easier, quicker, and less expensive.
The Orion X can support up to 288 independent ports, each of which can be defined and switched either as a
console or a CPU port.
The convenient On-Screen Display (OSD) menus are intuitive and easy to use. They guide the user through
the configuration process, making it easy to configure the Orion X.
The Orion X is used along with extender transmitters, called CPU devices, and receivers, called CON devices.
The CPU devices connect to the computer or video source, and the CON devices connect to the DVI or VGA
monitor, and the USB keyboard and USB mouse. The CPU and CON devices connect to the Orion X using
CATx or Fiber cables. The CPU and CON device models vary depending on the device support required.
The reliability, security, and versatility of the Orion X System streamline any data center or server room by
simplifying maintenance, access, and updating.

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About This Manual
This manual covers the installation, configuration, and operation of the Orion X system. The system consists of
three components; the Orion X switch, the CPU device(s), and the CON device(s). This manual only covers the
Orion X switch. The Installation section explains how the three components are interconnected to form a
seamless switching network. The Operations section describes how to operate the system and the features
available to make switching and maintenance simple and easy.
Features
Extend KVM stations and computers up to 460 feet (140m) on either side of the matrix through CATx
cable, up to 3,280 feet (1 km ) using multi-mode fiber, or 32,808 feet (10 km) using single-mode fiber
Supports resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz and all DVI Single Link resolutions including
High-definition 1080p or 2K
Intuitive OSD for easy use and configuration at each user station
Each port on the Orion X will automatically be configured as an input or output depending on the type of
device that is connected. If a CPU device is connected, the port becomes an input. If a CON device is
connected, the port becomes an output.
Scalable chassis allows for addition of more I/O cards as the system grows (additional cards in
increments of ports)
Switch between video sources of the same resolution instantly with no delay or display blanking
Can handle mixed signals including:
oDVI or VGA inputs
oTransparent USB 2.0
oUSB HID
oPS/2
oSerial
oAnalog or Digital audio
Orion X units can be cascaded or stacked to build larger systems
Matrix grid allows combining Orion X units into larger systems with redundant connections
Multi-Screen Control provides for configuring extenders with multiple displays so that they can be
seamlessly blended to function as one giant display
Redundant, load sharing power supplies in all models
Rack-mountable – 19” / 9U
Five optional firmware bundles are available for extra functionality:
oExtended Switching and Presets added to the Java Tool
oExtended Switching and Presets added to the Java Tool and additional API
oSNMP and Syslog for unit monitoring
oMatrix Grid
oMulti-Screen Control

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Compatibility
Video DVI-I (VGA or DVI) input, DVI-D Single Link output; Maximum Resolution: 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
/ 24-bit
Keyboard Compatible with all standard USB*keyboards. Keyboards with a built-in hub are also supported
– but there are never more than two HID devices supported.
Mouse Compatible with all standard USB*2-button, 3-button and wheel mice.
USB 2.0 Supports signals from USB 2.0 devices, such as printers and flash drives
Audio Compatible with analog and digital audio devices
Serial Accepts RS-232 serial control communication
Interconnect CATx cable allows a maximum distance of 460 ft (140 m) on either side of the switch.
Single-mode fiber cable allows up to 3,280 feet (1 km) on either side of the switch.
Multi-mode fiber cable allows up to 32,808 feet (10 km) on either side of the switch.
*To use PS/2 keyboards and mice, please contact Rose Electronics for options.
Package contents
Orion X unit as ordered
Rack mount kit (with screws)
1 x power cord for each of the two built-in power supply units
1 x serial control cable
1 x CATx network cable (crossover)
Java Tool
Manual

OVERVIEW
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System Overview
An Orion X matrix system consists of an Orion X matrix, one or more CPU Units, and one or more CON Units.
The Orion X matrix is connected to the CPU Units and CON Units by CATx or fiber interconnect cables.
The CPU units are connected to the computers’ video, keyboard and mouse ports using standard video and USB
or PS/2 cables. CON Units are connected to console display, keyboard, mouse and USB peripherals.
The communication between the Orion X matrix and the CPU Units / CON Units takes place over the
interconnect cables.
Figure 1. System Overview
1 - Source (computer, CPU) 2 - CPU Units
3
- CATx or Fiber Interconnect cables 4 - Orion X matrix
5 - CON Units 6 - Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse)

MODELS
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Orion X Model Description
The Orion X is available in models with 48, 80, 160 and 288 ports. The following views of the Orion X matrix
illustrate the available chassis types.
Figure 2. Orion X 288-Port Model
1 - Slot for power supply unit 1 2 - Slot for fan tray 1 3 - Slot for power supply unit 2
4 - Slot for fan tray 2 5 - Slots for I/O boards #1-36 6 - Slot for power supply unit 3
7 - Grounding 8 - Slot for CPU board

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Figure 3. Orion X 160-Port Model
1 - Slot for power supply unit 1 2 - Slot for fan tray 1 3 - Slot for power supply unit 2
4 - Slot for fan tray 2 5 - Slots for I/O boards #1-20 6 - Slot for power supply unit 3
7 - Grounding 8 - Slot for CPU board
Figure 4. Orion X 80-Port Model
1 - Slot for fan tray 1 2 - Slot for power supply unit 1 3 - Slots for I/O boards #1-10
4 - Slot for power supply unit 2 5 - Slot for CPU board 6 - Slot for air filter
7 - Slot for fan tray 2
Figure 5. Orion X 48-Port Model
1 - Slot for fan tray 1 2 - Slot for power supply unit 1 3 - Slots for I/O boards #1-6
4 - Slot for power supply unit 2 5 - Slot for CPU board 6 - Slot for air filter
7 - Slot for fan tray 2

INSTALLATION
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Installation
The installation section of this manual explains basic System Setup. It also describes in detail how to set up
the Orion X as a KVM Matrix, how to stack Orion X matrices, and how to make a grid of matrices.
System Setup
It is recommended that first time users initially connect all of the system components in the same room as a
test setup. This will facilitate correcting any cabling problems, and simplify the system configuration process.
Setup of the matrix
Configure the Orion X matrix as follows.
1. Install the CPU and I/O boards.
2. Connect keyboard, mouse and monitor to the CPU board.
3. Switch on the Orion X power supply.
4. Display the OSD menu with <'Hot Key'>, <o>, select Configuration,and login with administrator rights.
5. Configure according to application requirements.
6. Select Save in the Configuration menu, and then select Restart Matrix.
7. Optional: Establish a network connection between the matrix and a computer running the Java Tool in
order to perform extended configuration.
Setup of Extenders
Configure the connected CPU and CON devices as follows.
1. Connect CON units to the matrix using CATx or Fiber interconnect cables.
2. Connect the CONs unit to the console devices (monitor, keyboard and mouse).
3. Connect the 5VDC power supply units to the CON units and apply power.
4. Check the basic function of the CON units by displaying the OSD menu with <'Hot Key'>, <o>.
5. Connect the source (computer, CPU) to the CPU unit of the extender by using the provided connection
cables.
6. Connect the CPU unit to the matrix by using CATx or Fiber interconnect cables.
7. If the system is set up as an SDI video matrix, connect the video source directly to the matrix by using
interconnect cables (coax, fiber).
8. Connect the 5VDC power supply units to the CPU units.
9. Start the system by applying power to the Matrix.
Possible Orion X Setups
The Orion X can be set up in a variety of ways to provide the optimum system environment.
A portion of the Orion X can be configured for single display computers, with another portion for multi-display
computers, or even as video matrix. The KVM and USB 2.0 support can also be configured.
Configuration of Orion X can be performed through the OSD menus, using a keyboard and monitor connected
to the CPU board or an extender CON unit. It can also be configured through a network connection with a
computer running the Java Tool, or through the serial interface.
A connection to common media controls is also possible.
The following sections show typical installations of the Orion X.

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KVM Matrix
In single-head mode, up to 288 ports can be used either as input or as output ports depending on the
components and equipment. Non-blocking access is available to all users, i.e. user access is not limited by the
activities of another user.
Figure 6. Single-head KVM Matrix
1 - Source (computer, CPU) 2 - CPU Units
3 - Interconnect cables 4 - Orion X matrix
5 - CON Units 6 - Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse)
If a single-head console is used, it is possible to access dual-head or quad-head computers, but control is only
possible at monitor 1.
Video from a single source can be switched to any number of monitors simultaneously. Audio (optional) can
also be switched in the same manner.

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Video Matrix
When the Orion X is used as a Video Matrix, up to 288 input ports can be switched to up 288 output ports
depending on the components and equipment.
Figure 7. Video Matrix
1 – Video Source (e.g. SDI Camera) 2 - Interconnect cables
3 – Orion X Matrix 4 – Video Sink (e.g. Monitor)

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Parallel Operation (Stacking)
For some installations, such as those with multiple monitors per workstation, or those with the need to connect
USB 2.0 devices, the number of connectable CPUs and consoles can be increased by the parallel operation
(stacking) of several Orion X devices.
One of the Orion X matrices is configured as the master matrix. All the others are configured as Sub Matrices,
with the IP address of the master matrix entered in the Master IP Address field. The Sub Matrices must be
connected through their chassis network connectors (RJ45) to the same network as the master matrix. The
Enable LAN Echooption must be activated at the master matrix.
When a switching command is executed at the master matrix, the synchronized matrices will receive a network
notification that the master is switching, and they will also switch, automatically.
Switching of stacked devices might be delayed by several seconds.
Figure 8. Parallel Operation (Stacking)
1 - Dual-Head source (computer, CPU) 2 - CPU unit
3 - Interconnect cable 4 - Master Matrix
5 - Synchronized Matrices 6 - Network connection Master / Synchronized Matrix
7 - CON unit 8 - Console (2x monitor, keyboard, mouse)

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Matrix Grid
A Matrix Grid is a multiple matrix configuration which increases the total number of ports accessible beyond
those in a single Orion X. It is also useful when important equipment must be redundantly connected to several
different matrix units. A Matrix Grid consists of a master matrix and at least one slave matrix. Up to 16 matrices
can be interconnected in a matrix grid installation.
Orion units in a Matrix Grid are connected to each other by “Grid Lines”. The Grid Lines may connect the slave
matrices directly to the master matrix or to other slave units. The Matrix Grid can be set up in several ways,
such as a ring, a hub and spokes, or a fully connected configuration, depending on the where the Grid Lines
are installed. Grid Line signals are bi-directional, and each can support one KVM connection.
Figure 9. Matrix Grid

CONFIGURATION
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Configuration
The Orion X switch is easy to configure. This can be done through keyboard commands in Command Mode,
invoking the On-Screen Display, or using the Java Tool. These options are described below.
Command Mode
The Orion X has a Command Mode that allows users to perform several functions through keyboard
commands during normal use.
To enter Command Mode use a 'Hot Key' sequence, and to exit Command Mode, press <Esc>. While in
Command Mode, the Caps Lock and Scroll Lock LEDs on the console keyboard will flash repeatedly.
In Command Mode, normal keyboard and mouse operation will cease. Only selected keyboard commands are
available.
If no keyboard command is executed within 10 seconds after activating Command Mode, the matrix will
automatically exit Command Mode.
The following table lists the keyboard commands to enter and to exit Command Mode, and to change the 'Hot
Key' sequence:
Function
Keyboard Command
Enter Command Mode (default)
2x <Left Shift> (or 'Hot Key')
Exit Command Mode
<Esc>
Change 'Hot Key' sequence
<current 'Hot Key'>, <c>,
<new 'Hot Key' code>, <Enter>
<Key> + <Key> Press keys simultaneously
<Key>, <Key> Press keys successively
2x <Key> Press key quickly, twice in a row (similar to a mouse double-click)
The 'Hot Key' sequence to enter Command Mode can be changed. The following table lists the 'Hot Key'
Codes for the available key sequences.
'Hot Key' Code
'Hot Key'
0
Hot Key can be selected by user
2
2x <Scroll>
3
2x <Left Shift>
4
2x <Left Ctrl>
5
2x <Left Alt>
6
2x <Right Shift>
7
2x <Right Ctrl>
8
2x <Right Alt>