Black Box ACUREMSW, ACU1028A, ACU1022A, ACU1049A, CAT KVM Extender, ACUVREM manual Features, Overview

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2.3Features

OVERVIEW

2.3Features

All members of the ServSwitch™ Brand CAT5 KVM Extender product family described here offer the following features:

•Support for high video resolution over extended distances: 1600x1200@60Hz up to 65m

1280x1024@75Hz up to 120m 1024x768@75Hz up to 300m

•Adjustable video equalization compensates for loss of image quality over extended cable lengths.

•Fully buffered signals to ensure consistent remote operation of your PC.

•DDC emulation in Local Unit ensures compatibility for all standard graphics modes (except for SUN models).

•Intelligent PS/2 keyboard and mouse emulation ensures PCs do not lock-up and allows peripherals to be hot-plugged.

•Dual-Access models allow local or remote operation.

•Audio/serial models only: Transparent serial port (on certain models) enables any serial device to be extended (up to 19.2K Baud). The serial port may be used to extend one device (requiring handshaking lines), or up to three simple serial devices (no handshaking).

•Audio/serial models only: Bi-directional stereo audio (16-bit digitized) support on certain models enables high-quality audio extension.

•Switching models only: KVM switch for connecting additional PC to Remote Unit.

•Local Units are normally powered directly by the PC (or switch).

•Private Mode on dual-access models allows a local user to lock out the remote.

•Rack mount options available.

•Surge protection on each RJ45 port.

•Remote Units are fully compatible with ServSwitch™ Brand CAT5 KVM Extender Local Hubs.

•CPU cables included (certain models).

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Contents CAT5 KVM Extender ACU1022A ACU1028A ACU1049A ACUVREM ACUREMSWNovember Page User Guide Revision 2.0 November THE SERVSWITCH FAMILYWelcome to the ServSwitch Family ACU1022AACU1028A ACU1049A ACUVREMACUREMSWCopyrights and Trademarks DisclaimerCautions and Notes RADIO-FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS FCC/CDC STATEMENTSFEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONSEUROPEAN UNION COMPLIANCE STATEMENT DECLARATION OF CONFORMITYNORMAS OFICIALES MEXICANAS NOM ELECTRICAL SAFETY STATEMENT NOM STATEMENTINSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD 18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando Safety Precautions and Installation Guidelines CONTENTSTroubleshooting & FAQ Quick SetupInstallation Remote Unit Configuration & OperationAppendix B Rack Mount Options Appendix C Advanced Cabling Issues SkewAppendix F Specifications Appendix A Example ApplicationsAdjust EQ and Peak controls 1. Quick SetupQUICK SETUP Install systemOVERVIEW 2. Overview2.1 Introduction 2.2 GlossaryRemote Unit ServSwitch Brand CAT5 KVM Extender systemLocal Access KVM Switch2.3 Features Remote Units only 2.4 Product RangeKVM Extension and Remote KVM Switching kits KVM, Audio and Serial Extension kitsFamily 2.5 CompatibilityInterface Compatibility Extender CompatibilityInterconnection Cable 2.6 How to Use This GuideAdjusting Video Connection & CompatibilityOnly included in extender kits 3. Installation3.1 Package Contents INSTALLATIONEIA-568B 3.2 Interconnection Cable RequirementsSignal Colorcircuit board 3.3 Remote Unit InstallationSetting the Cable Length Jumpers Location of cable length jumpers on Remote Unit’s mainInterconnect Cable Jumper PositionLength m 3.4 Connecting the Remote Unit Remote UnitAudio Device ACU1022A and ACU1028A kits- rear view Switching Remote Unit ACUREMSW - also supplied withACU1049A kit - rear view Audio Remote Units ACUVREM - also supplied withBrightness - adjusts image brightness Remote Unit - front viewFocus- compensates video for smearing or over-sharpness 3.5 Local Unit Installation All units Standard Local Unit - rear viewLocal Unit - front view ACU1022A and ACU1028A only3.6 Connection to Local Hubs Remote UnitsCompatible Local Rack Hubs Remote Units to extend audio, serial and KVM for up to six Simple system using ACU1006VRA Hub and ACUVREMDisplacement of 4. Remote Unit Configuration & Operation4.1 Video Configuration Overview REMOTE UNIT CONFIGURATION & OPERATIONftp//ftp.blackbox.com/connectivity/ServSwitch 4.2 Video AdjustmentsOn-line test card available at ftp//ftp.blackbox.com/connectivity/ServSwitchDIP Switch settings 4.3 Other Remote Configuration & Operation OptionsRemote Unit DIP switches on Audio/Serial/Switching SW1 DIP switchesMouse Recovery Hot Key CommandsCommand Reset Keyboard and MouseLOCAL UNIT OPERATION Power Requirements5. Local Unit Operation 5.1 Overview5.2 Operation of Dual Access Local Units Hot Key CommandsChanging the Initial Hot Key Local Console Commands See Appendix C Advanced Cabling Issues Skew, page 6. Troubleshooting & FAQTROUBLESHOOTING & FAQ 6.1 VideoCan the extender be used with RGB video? 6.2 Audio6.3 Serial The PC won’t boot into the correct graphics modeWhen I ‘hot-plug’ the Local Unit, the mouse no longer moves 6.4 Keyboard & MouseWhen I am typing, I get wrong or missing characters on the screen The PC comes up with ‘keyboard error’Which interconnection cable is best? 6.5 General QuestionsIs it possible to use a cable longer than 300m? Can the extender be daisy chained?APPENDIX A EXAMPLE APPLICATIONS Appendix A Example ApplicationsTakes KVM and serial signals from each CPU only two shown Touch screen network with local access to CPUs throughKVM switch KVM Switch5V PSU Information distribution system sharing a single PCACU1049A Kit ACU1049A kit with switching Remote UnitAppendix B Rack Mount Options APPENDIX B RACK MOUNT OPTIONSRMK19U-R2 Mounting Kit APPENDIX C ADVANCED CABLING ISSUES SKEW Appendix C Advanced Cabling Issues SkewWhat is Skew? Correcting SkewPatch Cable Extender with Skew compensationAPPENDIX D AUDIO/SERIAL PORTS Operation & Multi-Port ConfigurationAppendix D Audio/Serial Ports Set up and OperationAudio Interface Set Up and OperationUsing a Microphone Version Number Format xxSyy/zz Appendix E Calling Black BoxShipping and Packaging APPENDIX E CALLING BLACK BOXVideo Input Connectors Appendix F SpecificationsAPPENDIX F SPECIFICATIONS Maximum ResolutionRemote Unit Connector Power RequirementsSignals Transferred Local Unit ConnectorACUVREM Size and Shipping WeightEnvironmental ACUREMSWPage Page Page Copyright 2009. Black Box Corporation. All rights reserved Customer Support InformationOrder toll-free in the U.S. Call 877-877-BBOX outside U.S. call Mailing address Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Dr., Lawrence, PA