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Stage C - Reconfigure the LOCAL connections and begin

1 On the computer from which you will run the upgrade, ensure that its BIOS

Stage D - Reconfigure the REMOTE connections and begin

1 Disconnect all cables from the REMOTE module and take it to the computer.

settings will allow it to boot from the floppy diskette drive, rather than

booting immediately from the hard drive.

2Switch off the computer and disconnect the twisted pair cable from the LOCAL module.

2 Use a ‘KVM switch-type’

keyboard cable (6pin mini-DIN

male to 6pin mini-DIN male plugs

with all lines connected) - not

PC

RS232 SERIAL

Use a KVM switch-type keyboard connection cable between the REMOTE module and the computer

3On the multi-cable, leave the keyboard connector attached to the keyboard port of the computer. Disconnect the multi-cable video and mouse connectors from the ports on the computer.

4 So that you can check upgrade

PC

RS232 SERIAL

MOUSE

KEYBOARD

VIDEO

AUDIO

Leave only the keyboard connection intact between the LOCAL module and the computer

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LOCAL

Connect a video monitor to the computer so that

supplied. Attach one end of the

cable to the keyboard port of the

computer. Connect the other end

of the cable to the keyboard port

of the REMOTE module. This is

the only connection required.

3On the REMOTE module, change switch 1 to the ON position.

MOUSE KEYBOARD VIDEO AUDIO

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REMOTE

PSU

Leave the video monitor connected to the computer so that you can check progress

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progress, connect a monitor

directly to the video port of the

computer.

you can check progress

4Attach the power supply unit to the POWER input of the REMOTE module and connect the mains lead to a nearby wall socket.

5 Switch on the computer. The upgrade process will start automatically and

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5On the LOCAL module, change switch 1 to the ON position. Ensure that the upgrade diskette is in the floppy disk drive of the computer.

6Switch on the computer. The upgrade process will start automatically and confirmation will be given on screen.

7Switch off the computer and disconnect the multi-cable. Leave the monitor connected and the upgrade diskette in the floppy disk drive. Return LOCAL switch 1 to the OFF position.

Now please follow Stage D.

confirmation will be given on screen.

6Switch off the computer and disconnect the REMOTE module. Return REMOTE switch 1 to the OFF position.

Now please follow Stage E.

Stage E - Return all connections to their usual states

Once the upgrade process has been completed, perform the following to return the system to its previous state.

1Ensure that switch 1 on both the LOCAL and REMOTE modules are set to their OFF positions.

2Refer to the ‘Installation and operation’ chapter for detailed instructions on correctly connecting the LOCAL and REMOTE modules to the computer, its peripherals, the REMOTE power supply and the twisted pair cable.

3Remove the diskette from the system and reboot. The upgrade process is now complete.

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Contents AdderLink X2 Multi Screen Contents Welcome IntroductionX2 Multi Screen MS4 Supplied itemsX2 Multi Screen MS2 Module features Local module switches InstallationStage a Configuration switch settings Local SwitchRemote Switches 2 Remote module switchesRemote Switch Desk mount Installation AdviceStage B Mounting a module desk or rack Rack mountStage C Connections Connections at the Local moduleLocal video outputs Additional video channel inputsSerial cable connections Power connection optional on MS2 model Twisted pair link connectionsAudio connections Connections at the Remote moduleKeyboard and mouse connections Video outputs Remote modulePower connection Operation Power and activity indicatorsUser arbitration and keyboard indicators General useLocking and unlocking the system To enable the videoTo disable the video To lock the systemTo enter and use configuration mode ConfigurationEntering, using and exiting configuration mode To exit from configuration modeTo set a password Password settingPassword override To override the Remote passwordHot plugging and mouse restoration Microsoft and Logitech -specific mouse settingsWhich restore setting do I use? Image controls sharpness and brightness To display a suitable high contrast imageIf the image controls cannot provide a crisp image To reset all image controls to their default statesTo use the image controls Skew adjustment To use skew adjustmentTo reset all skew adjustments to their default states Report X2 Multi Screen firmware version Miscellaneous settingsReset all configuration options to default states Stage B Create a startup diskette Flash upgradeStage a Download the upgrade files Copy the downloaded files to the diskStage D Reconfigure the Remote connections and begin Stage E Return all connections to their usual statesOn-screen mouse pointer does not respond to mouse movements TroubleshootingNo video image is received at the Remote module Sound from the microphone cannot be heard or is very quietGetting assistance Support@adder.comProducts in the X2-Series range CablesFCC Compliance Statement United States Radio Frequency EnergyEuropean EMC directive 89/336/EEC United States of America
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