Lindy 32388 Overview, System Requirements for Consoles, System Requirements for Computers

USER MANUAL

Overview

The KVM EXTENDER USB is a USB (Universal Serial Bus) based KVM Extender that allows access to a computer system from a remote USB console (USB keyboard, monitor, and USB mouse). Because it allows access to a computer system from a remote console, the KVM EXTENDER USB is perfect for use in any type of installation where you need to place the console where it is easily accessible, but want the system equipment to reside in a safe location - away from the dust and dirt of the factory floor, or the harsh environmental influence of a construction site, for example.

The KVM EXTENDER USB is also useful for control and security purposes, where you can position the system unit in a secure area, and at the same time locate the console in the most convenient location for user access. The KVM EXTENDER USB features the following: 1) using inexpensive Category 5 cable (the kind commonly used in Ethernet networks), instead of bulkier, more expensive, standard cables, for a much neater, more convenient, more reliable data transfer connection; 2) it is able to sense the distance to the system and automatically adjusts the gain accordingly; and 3) it features a custom ASIC to ensure the utmost in reliability and compatibility. Setup is as easy as can be - simply connect the computer system box and local console to the Local KVM EXTENDER USB Module; run the Category 5 cable to the Remote KVM EXTENDER USB Module (up to 150 meters away); and plug the remote console into the Remote Module.

Note: You can control numerous remote systems from a single console by combining the KVM EXTENDER USB with a USB KVM switch like LINDY Part No. 32824 or 32341.

System Requirements for Consoles

•VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any computer in the installation

•USB Keyboard and USB Mouse

Note: 1. If you connect a DDC type monitor to the Local unit, the monitor that connects to the Remote unit must be able to support the highest video resolution that the DDC monitor can provide.

2. You must use the same brand and model of mouse on both the local and remote units.

System Requirements for Computers

The following equipment must be installed on each computer that is to be connected to the system:

•A VGA, SVGA or Multisync card

•USB Host Controller and Type A USB Port

System Requirements for Cables

For optimum signal integrity and to simplify the layout, we strongly recommend that you use the high quality USB and VGA cables.

Category 5 cable is the minimum required to connect the local and remote KVM EXTENDER USB units. Using cable of a lesser standard will result in degrading the video signal. For the utmost performance, we strongly recommend Category 5 STP or FTP cable.

The Local Unit

Pressing the Operating Mode Selection Switch button toggles between the operating mode choices:

1.Local - only the local console can control the system(s)

2.Auto - both consoles can control the system(s).

LEDs

The Local Unit has two LEDs to indicate the operating status of the Local and Remote units (see table for details).

Front Side Connectors: USB Keyboard and Mouse Ports, Monitor Port

The local USB Keyboard and local USB mouse plug into these connectors (USB Type A sockets). The local monitor plugs into this connector (HD-15 socket).

Right Side Connector: Remote I/O

The Category 5 cable (RJ-45 connector) that connects to the Remote Unit plugs into this socket.

Connectors on the back: USB B Port and Monitor Port

The USB B Connector of the USB cable to the local computer (or USB KVM Switch) plugs in here. The HD-15 female Connector of the VGA cable to the graphics card (or KVM Switch) plugs in here.

Note: If you are combining the KVM EXTENDER USB with a KVM switch like LINDY Part No. 32823 or 32341, the extension cable connects back to the respective ports on the Console section of the switch.

© LINDY ELECTRONICS LIMITED & LINDY-ELEKTRONIK GMBH - FIRST EDITION (June 2002)