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CPU
SHARING
DEVICE
User Manual
CS-221
Read this guide thoroughly and follow the installation and operation
procedures carefully in order to prevent any damage to the units and/or
any devices that connect to them.
This package contains:
M 1 CS-221 CPU Sharing Device
M 1 x AC 9V 500mA Power Adapter
M 1 User Manual
If anything is damaged or missing, contact your dealer.
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© Copyright 2003 ATEN
Manual Part No. PAPE - 1068-400
Printed in Taiwan 12/2003
All brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners.
International Co., Ltd.
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Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
M Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna;
M Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver;
M Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that which the receiver is connected;
M Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television
technician for help.
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Overview
The CS-221 is a powerful micro-processor controlled CPU
sharing device. It is a multi-user, single-tasking, device that
enables two users to share the use of a single computer - each
from his own keyboard, monitor and mouse console.
The CS-221 is ideal for any small office environment. All
programs, files and resources on the computer can be easily
accessed and shared by both users without the bother and
expense of setting up a costly network environment.
Features
Supports PS/2, IBM PCs and compatibles
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Supports PS/2, AT, and auto-switchable keyboards
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Supports VGA, SVGA, and Multi-Sync monitors
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No Software required
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Single computer shared by two consoles
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Manual or Auto console selection
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Screen Saver function
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Private Mode for a privileged user
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Supports PS/2 Mouse
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Installation
Make sure that power to all the devices you will
1.
be connecting up have been turned off. You must
unplug the power cords of any computers that
have the Keyboard Power On function.
2. To prevent damage to your equipment, make sure
that all devices you will be connecting up are
properly grounded.
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Connecting the Computer
Refer to the diagram below and do the following:
1. Use a 6-pin mini-DIN male-to-male keyboard cable to
connect the CPU Keyboard Port at the left of the CS-221’s
back panel to the computer’s keyboard port.
2. Use a 6-pin mini-DIN male-to-female cable to connect the
CPU Mouse Port at the left of the CS-221’s back panel to the
computer’s PS/2 mouse port.
3. Use a DB-15 male-to-male video cable to connect the CPU
Monitor Port at the left of the CS-221’s back panel to the
computer’s monitor port.
Connecting the Consoles
Refer to the diagram below and do the following.
1. Plug the keyboard, mouse and monitor for the console that
you want to designate as Console 1 into the Console 1 ports
located on the rear panel of the CS-221.
2. Plug the keyboard, mouse and monitor for the console that
you want to designate as Console 2 into the Console 2 ports
located on the rear panel of the CS-221.
Note: You must use the same type of mouse for Console 2
that you used for Console 1.
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Finishing Up
To finish up the installation do the following:
1. Set the DIP Switch (see the DIP Switch Setting table for details).
2. Plug the power adapter into an external AC source; plug the
power adapter cable into the unit’s power jack.
3. Power on all computers and the monitors. Before turning on
the computer, be sure the first port has a keyboard
connected to it; otherwise, the error message:
Keyboard error
Press <F1> to RESUME
appears. If this happens, connect a keyboard to the KB1 port
on the CS-221’s rear panel, then press the function key [F1]
to continue.
The CS-221 will be ready for operation one minute after the
DOS prompt appears on the monitor.
Dip Switch Settings
DIP Switch Number Function
1234
On
Off
On
Off
X
X
X
X
X X 5 Second Timeout
On
X X 15 Second Timeout
On
X X 45 Second Timeout
Off
X X 90 Second Timeout
Off
On X Private Mode Enabled
X
Off X Private Mode Enabled
X
X On Screen Save Enabled
X
X Off Screen Save Enabled
X
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Operation
Auto Mode
Auto Mode operates according to the following rules:
1. When the CS-221 is turned on it comes up in Auto Mode,
and operates on a first-come-first-serve basis. Both Console
LEDs are On; the Manual LED is Off.
2. The first user to strike his keyboard has access to the
computer. As soon as this occurs:
M The CS-221, locks on to his console; during the time that
he is locked on, the other user cannot access the
computer;
M The Console LED that corresponds to his console turns
On;
M The Console LED for the other console turns Off.
3. If the user who has access does not strike his keyboard or
move his mouse before the Timeout Period (set with DIP
Switches 1 and 2), elapses:
M The CS-221 unlocks from his console;
M The CS-221 switches to Auto Mode;
M Both Console LEDs turn On (indicating that either console
may access the computer);
M The Manual LED is Off (since the CS-221 is in Auto Mode)
4. A user may terminate his access by either hitting the Left
Shift Key six times to switch the CS-221 back to Auto Mode,
or by pressing the Manual Button to select the other console.
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Manual Mode
Manual Mode is used to access the computer for a long period
of time. It is invoked by repeatedly pressing the Manual Button
to bring the focus to the desired console as follows:
Auto Mode > Console 1 > Console 2 > Auto Mode
When Manual Mode is invoked, the CS-221 locks onto the
selected console and prohibits the other console from
accessing the computer. The lock remains in effect until the
Manual Button is pressed again.
Private Mode
Private Mode is provided for security reasons. When Private
Mode is invoked, only Console 1 has access to the computer,
and the CS-221 disables Console 2 from seeing its operations.
To invoke Private Mode:
1. Set DIP Switch 3 to the ON position before turning on the
CS-221
2. From the Console 1 keyboard, press the Right Shift key six
times
To end Private Mode:
From the Console 1 keyboard, press the Right Shift key six
times
Or
Press the Manual Button.
Screen Saver
To protect the screen phosphors, when the CS-221 is in Auto
Mode and no one is accessing the computer, a Stripe image
can scroll down the screen. To enable this function, set DIP
Switch 4 to the ON position before turning on the CS-221.
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Specifications
Function Specification
Number of Users
Shared Functions
LEDs
Function Keys
Timeout Settings
Keyboard Settings
Serial Mouse Settings
PS/2 Mouse Connectors
VGA Connectors
Enclosure
Weight
Dimensions (L x W x H)
Keyboard, Monitor and Mouse
2 Consoles Selected
Automatic / Manual Selection
3 Mini DIN-6 Female (input/output)
1 DB-9 Female (input)
2 DB-9 Male (output)
3 Mini DIN-6 Female (input/output)
3 High Density DB-15 (input/output)
254 x 180 x 82 (mm)
2
1 Manual Status
5-90 Seconds
Metal and Plastic
2650g
Limited Warranty
IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE
PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE
PRODUCT, DISK, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION.
The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation,
expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to the contents or use
of this documentation, and especially disclaims its quality,
performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose.
The direct vendor also reserves the right to revise or update the
device or documentation without obligation to notify any
individual or entity of such revisions, or update. For further
inquiries, please contact your direct vendor.
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