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3. Using the AdderView GEM

This section explains the general operation of the AdderView GEM. We recommend that you read this section before starting to use the product.

3.1 Power on status

At power on the AdderView GEM selects computer 1 and displays '1'. If a password has been set then ‘P’ will be displayed and the AdderView GEM will remain locked until a valid password is entered.

3.2 Front panel key and remote controller

The front panel key is used to select which channel is currently controlled by the shared keyboard, mouse and monitor ports. Pressing the key during normal operation will cause the next channel to be selected.

The key can also be used to access the AdderView GEM’s configuration mode (see section 2.6). To do this press the key and hold it down for 5 seconds until ‘C’ appears on the AdderView GEM’s front panel display.

An optional remote controller is also available which replicates the front panel key and display, but can be located remotely from the AdderView GEM. This is

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Contents ADDERView GEM Safety information Quick Installation and Operation GuideSicherheitstechnische Informationen Quick-Guide für Installation & BetriebInformación sobre seguridad Guía rápida de instalación y funcionamientoConsignes de sécurité Guide dinstallation rapide et mode demploiInformazionoi riguardanti la sicurezza Guida di installazione rapida e funzionamentoAdderView GEM About this manual Trademarks WarrantyEuropean EMC directive 89/336/EEC Radio Frequency EnergyContents Appendices AdderView GEM configuration optionsIntroduction Key featuresRemote controller contents part code RC1 Package contentsAdderView GEM front view Product informationWhat you will need InstallationMounting the AdderView GEM Connecting your devicesConfiguring the AdderView GEM Configuring your PCsTo enter configure mode at power on Summary of AdderView GEM configuration optionsAdderView GEM Installation and Use AdderView GEM Installation and Use Re-enabling a disconnected PS/2 mouse Other useful installation informationAdderView GEM Installation and Use Upgrading the AdderViews flash memory Select flash upgrade mode using option switch Run the upgrade program Using the AdderView GEM Power on statusFront panel key and remote controller Status display Keyboard hotkey control Mouse control Cascading AdderView GEMs RS232 controlTypical cascade of two AdderView GEMs AdderView GEM Installation and Use AdderView GEM configuration options Screen saver time delayAutoscan ‘lock on’ mode and delay time Mouse mode and mouse switching of channels Keyboard hotkey combination Cycling between all channels or just the active channels Firmware functions version query, mouse restore and resetOFREDg Setting a security passwordCascade query code Resolving slow mouse problemsExit configure mode Appendix A. Cable and connector specifications A1. Keyboard, monitor and mouse to AdderView GEMA2. AdderView GEM to PCs 1 to AdderView GEM Installation and Use A3. Options port pin assignments Recommended cablesRS232 synchronisation cable pin assignments Flash upgrade cable connectionAppendix B. Problem Solving S TA L L AT I O N & U S E