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

Models: ACU1022A ACUVREM ACUREMSW CAT KVM Extender ACU1049A ACU1028A

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

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 ACUVREMACUREMSWTHE SERVSWITCH FAMILY Copyrights and TrademarksDisclaimer Cautions and NotesRADIO-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 NOM STATEMENTSafety 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 GlossaryOVERVIEW ServSwitch Brand CAT5 KVM Extender systemLocal Access KVM SwitchOVERVIEW 2.3 FeaturesKVM, Audio and Serial Extension kits 2.4 Product RangeKVM Extension and Remote KVM Switching kits OVERVIEWOVERVIEW 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 INSTALLATIONColor 3.2 Interconnection Cable RequirementsINSTALLATION SignalLocation of cable length jumpers on Remote Unit’s main 3.3 Remote Unit InstallationSetting the Cable Length Jumpers INSTALLATIONLength m INSTALLATIONInterconnect Cable Jumper PositionAudio Device 3.4 Connecting the Remote UnitINSTALLATION Remote UnitAudio Remote Units ACUVREM - also supplied with INSTALLATIONSwitching Remote Unit ACUREMSW - also supplied with ACU1049A kit - rear viewFocus- compensates video for smearing or over-sharpness INSTALLATIONBrightness - adjusts image brightness Remote Unit - front viewINSTALLATION 3.5 Local Unit InstallationACU1022A and ACU1028A only INSTALLATIONStandard Local Unit - rear view Local Unit - front viewCompatible Local Rack Hubs 3.6 Connection to Local HubsINSTALLATION Remote UnitsINSTALLATION Simple system using ACU1006VRA Hub and ACUVREMRemote Units to extend audio, serial and KVM for up to six Displacement of 4. Remote Unit Configuration & Operation4.1 Video Configuration Overview REMOTE UNIT CONFIGURATION & OPERATIONftp//ftp.blackbox.com/connectivity/ServSwitch 4.2 Video AdjustmentsREMOTE UNIT CONFIGURATION & OPERATION Adjusting VideoREMOTE UNIT CONFIGURATION & OPERATION ftp//ftp.blackbox.com/connectivity/ServSwitchOn-line test card available at SW1 DIP switches 4.3 Other Remote Configuration & Operation OptionsREMOTE UNIT CONFIGURATION & OPERATION Remote Unit DIP switches on Audio/Serial/SwitchingPrivate Mode REMOTE UNIT CONFIGURATION & OPERATIONHot Key Commands CommandLOCAL UNIT OPERATION Power Requirements5. Local Unit Operation 5.1 OverviewLOCAL UNIT OPERATION 5.2 Operation of Dual Access Local UnitsHot Key Commands Changing the Initial Hot KeyLOCAL UNIT OPERATION Local Console CommandsSee Appendix C Advanced Cabling Issues Skew, page 6. Troubleshooting & FAQTROUBLESHOOTING & FAQ 6.1 VideoThe PC won’t boot into the correct graphics mode 6.2 Audio6.3 Serial TROUBLESHOOTING & FAQThe PC comes up with ‘keyboard error’ 6.4 Keyboard & MouseTROUBLESHOOTING & FAQ When I am typing, I get wrong or missing characters on the screenCan the extender be daisy chained? 6.5 General QuestionsTROUBLESHOOTING & FAQ Is it possible to use a cable longer than 300m?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 SwitchACUVREM APPENDIX A EXAMPLE APPLICATIONSInformation distribution system sharing a single PC ACU1006DVRA Extender HubACU1049A kit with switching Remote Unit APPENDIX A EXAMPLE APPLICATIONSACU1049A Kit Appendix 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 SkewAPPENDIX C ADVANCED CABLING ISSUES SKEW Extender with Skew compensationPatch Cable APPENDIX D AUDIO/SERIAL PORTS Operation & Multi-Port ConfigurationAppendix D Audio/Serial Ports Set up and OperationAPPENDIX D AUDIO/SERIAL PORTS Audio InterfaceSet Up and Operation Using a MicrophoneVersion Number Format xxSyy/zz Appendix E Calling Black BoxShipping and Packaging APPENDIX E CALLING BLACK BOXVideo Input Connectors Appendix F SpecificationsAPPENDIX F SPECIFICATIONS Maximum ResolutionLocal Unit Connector APPENDIX F SPECIFICATIONSPower Requirements Signals TransferredStorage Temperature APPENDIX F SPECIFICATIONSSize and Shipping Weight Operating TemperaturePage 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