ATEN Technology CL-1200 User Manual

User Manual

CL-1200

CL-1200 User Manual

FCC Information

This is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

RoHS

This product is RoHS compliant.

CL-1200 User Manual

User Notice

All information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Any of the manufacturer's software described in this manual is sold or licensed `as is'. Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not the manufacturer, its distributor, or its dealer), assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair and any incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software.

The manufacturer of this system is not responsible for any radio and/or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this device. It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation of this system if the correct operational voltage setting was not selected prior to operation. PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS CORRECT BEFORE USE.

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Safety Instructions

General

 Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference.  Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device.  Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If

the device falls, serious damage will result.

 Do not use the device near water.  Do not place the device near, or over, radiators or heat registers.  The device cabinet is provided with slots and openings to allow for

adequate ventilation. To ensure reliable operation, and to protect against overheating, these openings must never be blocked or covered.

 The device should never be placed on a soft surface (bed, sofa, rug, etc.) as

this will block its ventilation openings. Likewise, the device should not be placed in a built in enclosure unless adequate ventilation has been provided.

 Never spill liquid of any kind on the device.  Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid

or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

 The device should be operated from the type of power source indicated on

the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.

 The device is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug. This is a safety

feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug. Always follow your local/national wiring codes.

 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables. Route the

power cord and cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over.

 If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the

ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.

 T o help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and

decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or un-interruptible power supply (UPS).

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 Position system cables and power cables carefully; Be sure that nothing

rests on any cables.

 When connecting or disconnecting power to hot-pluggable power

supplies, observe the following guidelines:  Install the power supply before connecting the power cable to the

power supply.

 Unplug the power cable before removing the power supply.  If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the

system by unplugging all power cables from the power supplies.

 Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots. They may

touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of fire or electrical shock.

 Do not attempt to service the device yourself. Refer all servicing to

qualified service personnel.

 If the following conditions occur, unplug the device from the wall outlet

and bring it to qualified service personnel for repair.

 The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed.  Liquid has been spilled into the device.  The device has been exposed to rain or water.  The device has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.  The device exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need

for service.

 The device does not operate normally when the operating instructions

are followed.

 Only adjust those controls that are covered in the operating instructions.

Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage that will require extensive work by a qualified technician to repair.

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Rack Mounting

 Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to

the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack.

 Always load the rack from the bottom up, and load the heaviest item in the

rack first.

 Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from

the rack.

 Use caution when pressing the device rail release latches and sliding a

device into or out of a rack; the slide rails can pinch your fingers.

 After a device is inserted into the rack, carefully extend the rail into a

locking position, and then slide the device into the rack.

 Do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the

rack. The total rack load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating.

 Ensure that proper airflow is provided to devices in the rack.  Do not step on or stand on any device when servicing other devices in a

rack.

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Package Contents

Basic Package

The basic CL-1200 package consists of:

 1 CL-1200 KVM Console with Standard Rack Mounting Kit  1 Custom KVM Cable Sets  1Power Cord  1 User Manual*  1 Quick Start Guide

Optional Equipment

Depending on any optional equipment that you may have purchased, one of the following may be included in your package:

 Standard Rack Mounting Kit - Long  Easy-Installation Rack Mounting Kit - Short  Easy-Installation Rack Mounting Kit - Long

Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing got damaged in shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer.

Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit, and/or any of the devices connected to it.

* Features may have been added to this product since the manual was written.

Visit our website to download the latest version of this manual.

Manual Part No. PAPE-0251-200G

Printing Date: 02/2006

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Contents

FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii

RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii

User Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv

Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi

Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vii

Basic Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vii

Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vii

About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi

Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xii

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xii

1. Introduction

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Hardware Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Computers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

2. Installation

Before you Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Standard Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Connecting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

3. Operation

Opening the Console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Closing the Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Operating Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

LCD OSD Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

The LCD Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

The Adjustment Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Console Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Port ID Numbering & Port Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

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Appendix

Optional Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

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About this Manual

This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your c/c system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below.

Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the CL-1200 system. Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel components are described.

Chapter 2, Installation, describes ho w to set up your installation. The necessary step – chained operation are provided.

Chapter 3, Operation, explains the fundamental concepts involved in operating the CL-1200.

An Appendix, provides specifications and other technical information regarding the CL-1200.

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