SignaMax CommandView FO-098-8080 User manual

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8-Port KVM SWITCH
with On-Screen Display
MODEL FO-098-8080

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PREVENTING RADIO & TV INTERFERENCE
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions manual, may cause
interference to radio communications. It has been tested
and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing
device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection
against such interference when operated in a commercial
environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at
his own expense will be required to take whatever
measures may be required to correct the interference.
LIMITED WARRANTY
IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY
EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM
DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE
USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ITS DOCUMENTATION.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1:INTRODUCTION............................................... 1
General Information ................................................... 1
Features..................................................................... 2
Package Contents...................................................... 4
Specifications............................................................. 5
Connectors and Cables ............................................. 6
Front & Rear Panel Description ................................. 9
CHAPTER 2:INSTALLATION ............................................. 10
Operating Environment ............................................ 10
Installation................................................................ 10
Installing One FO-098-8080..................................... 10
Installing Multiple FO-098-8080 ............................... 11
CHAPTER 3:OPERATION ................................................. 14
Front-Panel Push Buttons........................................ 14
Keyboard Hot Keys ..................................................15
On Screen Display(OSD) Interface .......................... 16

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C HAPTER 4 : O SD Q UICK S ARTING G UIDE .................................... 19
CHAPTER 5:DIP SWITCH SETTING ................................... 22
CHAPTER 6:LEDS DISPLAY ............................................. 23
CHAPTER 7:TROUBLE SHOOTING .................................... 24
A PPENDIX A : O RDER I NFORMATION ...................................... 26
A PPENDIX B : C ONTACT I NFORMATION ................................... 28

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INTRODUCTION
General Information
The Signamax Connectivity Systems CommandView
model FO-098-8080 is a Keyboard/Video/Mouse (KVM)
controller that provides the easiest and most cost-effective
way for one user to access multiple computers.
Switching from one computer to another is easily done by
pressing Hot Keys or push buttons, or via the most
convenient way, the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.
Because the CommandViewmodel FO-098-8080 is an
intelligent controller, it can intercept and process Hot Keys
directly from the keyboard. Therefore, NO extra software is
required to be installed, so there are no software
incompatibility problems to worry about.
The Signamax CommandViewmodel FO-098-8080 also
incorporates a mouse conversion feature, which eliminates
the redundancy and inconvenience of needing both a PS2
and a Microsoft serial mouse to be attached to the console.
Moreover, the innovative OSD interface offers the operator

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a more user-friendly operating environment.
The CommandViewmodel FO-098-8080 can control 8
PCs in standalone operation; in case more PCs are needed,
up to 8 levels of switching can be chained together to allow
a maximum of 64 PCs sharing one console. A powerful
SCAN feature scans all powered-on computers one by one
and stops upon user requests. The CommandViewmodel
FO-098-8080 is ideal for server rooms, control rooms, test
rooms, and similar environments.
Features
♦Supports PC-AT & PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse as well
as Microsoft IntelliMouse.
♦Supports Microsoft serial mouse by conversion; only a
PS/2 mouse is needed for the console.
♦Keyboard and Mouse emulation for all inactive
channels.
♦Supports SVGA, VGA and Multisync monitors.
♦Supports VESA DDC1/2B standard.
♦Supports On-Screen Display (OSD) interface.
♦Channel name is user-definable via the OSD menu.
♦PC selection by keyboard or push buttons.
♦Buzzer sounds to confirm switching.
♦Scan and manual mode selection.
♦Keyboard Caps Lock, Num.Lock, Scroll Lock states and
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switching among computers.
♦Scan mode automatically switches through powered-on
computers; scan rate is user-selectable via the OSD
menu.
♦Designed as a desktop and 19” rackmount unit.
♦Supports chaining ports; allows up to 8 levels, with a
maximum of 64 PCs able to share one console.
♦Saves space, energy and the cost of duplicated
equipment.

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Package Contents
CommandView Model FO-098-8080
KVM Switch
DB37 male to male Chain Cable
User’s Manual
AC Power Adapter
Rack mount accessories
Rubber foot pad
x 1
x 1
x 1
x 1
x 2
x 4

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Specification
Model FO-098-8080
Power supply AC 16V 1000mA
Number of PC port 8
PC selection method Push-button/Keyboard Hot
keys/OSD menu
Scan interval 5/10/20/40 seconds
Signal type VGA/Keyboard/Mouse/Stere
o Audio/Microphone
VGA bandwidth 200 MHz
Chain ability 8 levels
Console connectors
Keyboard(PS/2)
Mouse(PS/2)
VGA Monitor
Stereo(Speaker)
Mono(Microphone)
1 Mini-DIN6/F
1 Mini-DIN6/F
1 HDB15/F
1 3.5mm Stereo socket
1 3.5mm Mono socket
PC port connectors
Keyboard(PS/2)
Mouse(AT)
Mouse(PS/2)
VGA Monitor
Stereo(Speaker)
Mono(Microphone)
1 Mini-DIN6/F
1 DB9/F
1 Mini-Din6/F
1 HDB15/M
1 3.5mm Stereo socket
1 3.5mm Mono socket
Chain connector DB37 female
Cable length PC to CPUSW: 35m
Console to CPUSW: 50m
Enclosure Metal
Power AC 16V 1000mA
Weight 8.36 lbs.(3800g)
Dimension 17.5x7.9x3.5 in.(440*200*88
mm)
Operating Environment
32-131°F(0-55°C), 0%-90%
RH
Emission FCC Class A, CE Mark

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Connectors and Cables
Console Connectors
Four different types of console connectors are built on the
rear panel for connection to the keyboard, monitor, and
mouse.
•PS/2 Keyboard—6-pin mini DIN, female.
•PS/2 Mouse—6-pin mini DIN, female
•VGA Monitor—HDB15, female
•Stereo/Mono—3.5mm audio socket
PC Port Connectors
Eight groups of connectors are built on the rear panel for
connection to PCs using standard keyboard, monitor and
mouse cables. Please refer to “Specification” in page 1000
for detail of each model’s PC port connectors.
RECOMMENDED CONNECTING CABLES
Signamax

Hydra Cable For PC-To-KVM
Switch Extension:
Part Number
C-65T-6/10 (6 or 10 foot lengths) PS/2 Multicoax Extension
Cable

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Connectors
•Keyboard: PS/2 Mini-DIN 6-Pin Male-Female
•Mouse: PS/2 Mini-DIN 6-Pin Male-Female
•Video: High-Density 15-Pin Male-Female
Function
This cable extends the Keyboard / Monitor / Mouse
connection to the KVM Switch or a CPU. This single zip
cable avoids the typical unsightly snarl and tangle of
multiple cables. Its 50 Micron gold–plated connectors
combine with labeled, color-coded connector molds for
secure, easy, high-quality connections. The video cable
has a ferrite core for the highest video quality.
Signamax

Hydra Cable For KVM
Switch-To-CPU Connection:
Part Number
C-69T-6/10/15/25 PS/2 KVM Switch to CPU Cable
•6, 10, 15, or 25 foot lengths are available
Connectors
•Keyboard: PS/2 Mini-DIN 6-Pin Male-Male
•Mouse: PS/2 Mini-DIN 6-Pin Male-Male
•Video: High-Density 15-Pin Male-Female

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Function
This cable extends the Keyboard / Monitor / Mouse
connection from the KVM Switch to a CPU. This single zip
cable avoids the typical unsightly snarl and tangle of
multiple cables. Its 50-micron gold–plated connectors
combine with labeled, color-coded connector molds for
secure, easy, high-quality connections. The video cable
also has a ferrite core for the highest video quality.

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Front & Rear Panel
Description
Front Panel
Rear Panel

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INSTALLATION
Operating Environment
The Signamax CommandView™ KVM Switch must be
installed and operated within the limits of the specified
operating temperatures and humidity (see previous section
under Specifications). Do not place objects on top of the
unit. Do not obstruct any vents at the sides of the unit. Do
not position the unit near any heating source such as a
heater, radiator, or direct exposure to the sun. Prevent entry
of water and moisture into the unit. If necessary, use a
dehumidifier to reduce humidity.
Installation
Please make sure that all the PCs are turned off before
connecting or disconnecting cables to the Signamax
CommandViewFO-098-8080.
Installing One FO-098-8080
•Set the bank address to 0, the master bank. (please refer

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to “DIP Switch settings” chapter)
•Connect the console (keyboard, mouse, monitor)
•Connect each PC using the appropriate cable for PC side
to the FO-098-8080 PC port.
•Connect the AC power adapter to the FO-098-8080.
•Power on the FO-098-8080, then turn on the PCs.
Installing Multiple
FO-098-8080 KVM Switches
•Set one FO-098-8080 bank address to 0, the master
bank.
•Set other FO-098-8080 bank address to 1-7, the slave
banks. You may choose whatever number you like, as
long as the number is between 1-7 and each
FO-098-8080 has a different bank address.
•Using the DB37 chain cable, connect from the CHAIN
OUT port of master bank to the CHAIN IN port of the first
slave bank. Then, using another chain cable, connect
from the CHAIN OUT port of the first slave bank to the
CHAIN IN port of second slave bank, and so forth.
•Connect the console (keyboard, mouse, monitor) to the
MASTER FO-098-8080 console port.
•Connect each PC using the appropriate cable for PC
side to the FO-098-8080 PC port.
•Connect AC power adapter to each FO-098-8080.
•Power on the slave banks first, then the master bank,
then, finally, turn on the PCs.

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NOTE: When the FO-098-8080s are configured as a chain
operation, only the front panel push button of the
MASTER bank is functional.

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OPERATION
You can access any PC by the push buttons on the front
panel or Hot Keys on the console keyboard, or the most
convenient way, the OSD menu. For a quick starting guide
to the OSD menu, please refer to the next chapter.
Front Panel Push Buttons
Select PC by the front panel push buttons:
There are two different modes of push button functions
corresponding to the setting of the rear panel MODE DIP SW.
With the MODE DIP SW set to ON:
•The left button is BANK+. If the FO-098-8080 is in
chained operation, pushing this button will advance to the
next available bank in the cycle.
•The right button is CH+. Push this button to advance to
the next powered-on PC in the cycle, and it will not cross
the bank boundary.
With the MODE DIP SW set to OFF:
•The left button is CH-. Push this button to go back to the
previous powered-on PC in the cycle, and it will cross the

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bank boundary.
•The right button is CH+. Push this button to advance to
the next powered-on PC in the cycle, and it will cross the
bank boundary.
If the CH+ button is pushed and held over 1 second, the
SCAN LED will be lit, and the buzzer will beep twice; now
the FO-098-8080 KVM Switch is in SCAN mode. To return
to NORMAL mode, either push the CH+ button on the front
panel and release within 1 second, or press the SPACE bar
on the keyboard.
Keyboard Hot Keys
Select a PC by the keyboard hot keys:
Press the Scroll Lock key twice within 1 second to enter Hot
Key mode. In Hot Key mode, the keyboard status LED will
flash and wait further input from the user; after the user’s
action is completed, press the ESC key to leave Hot Key
mode.
Note: Pressing a key means to depress the key then
release it immediately; if the input is correct, the
buzzer will beep to confirm it.
•To switch to the next powered-on PC:
→Press the ‘RIGHT SHIFT’ key.
•To switch to the previous powered-on PC:
→Press the ‘LEFT SHIFT’ key.
•To select a BANK directly:

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On Screen Display (OS
Interface
Select a PC by the OSD menu:
Press the Scroll Lock key twice within 1 second to enter Hot
Key mode. In Hot Key mode, press the SPACE bar to call
up the OSD menu.
CPU SWITCH
EDIT AREA
BANK ：
：：
：0


01 ：
：：
：12345678 


02 ：
：：
：
03 ：
：：
：
04 ：
：：
：
05 ：
：：
：
MENU


：
：：
：CURSOR UP


：
：：
：CURSOR DN


：
：：
：PREV. BANK


：
：：
：NEXT BANK
INS ：
：：
：RENAME
ENTER ：
：：
：SWITCH