UNIVERSAL PHANTOM MANAGER
Universal Phantom Manager
Quick Installation Guide
1. What is the Phantom system?
The Phantom system from Minicom is a distributed KVM switching solution for 1
or more users. In the 1-User system a Manager controls the remote computers that
are connected to Phantom Remote units. The Remote units can be either PCI cards
or boxes called Specters. For multi-user functionality add a Phantom MX II.
The Phantom system supports mixed type and multi-platform computers.
In the 1-User system, shielded CAT5 FTP cables connect the Phantom Manager to
the nearest Remote, and that Remote to the next one, and so on, in a daisy chain
pattern. The last Remote can be up to 110m/360ft away from the Manager. See the
configuration diagram on page 4 showing both Remote PCI cards and Specters in
the Phantom system.
The Multi-User system connects in a loop – as explained in Phantom MX II guide.
This Quick Installation Guide illustrates the Universal Phantom Manager (UPM)
and explains how to install it. For further information please see the softcopy Guide
on the Marketing & Documentation CD.
2. Connecting a computer to the UPM
To run the Phantom system the UPM does not need to be connected to a computer.
A computer must be connected to the UPM to perform Phantom applications such
as upgrading firmware or renumbering Remote units. This is discussed in detail in
softcopy User Guide.
When you do connect a computer use the 3 in 1 CPU cable illustrated below.
3. The UPM cables
The cables below connect to the UPM.
3 in 1 CPU cable
Shielded CAT5 FTP cable
(Supplied with the Remote units)
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5. UPM accessories
The accessories below are explained fully in the softcopy Guide.
RS232 serial cable -
For Phantom applications
Terminator -
Connects to last Remote in daisy chain
In Line Coupler -
To bypass Remote units
6. Pre-installation instructions
Disconnect all computers from the electrical power supply.
Cables should be placed away from fluorescent lights, air conditioners, and
machines that are likely to generate electrical noise. Caution: For continued
protection against risk of fire, replace with the same type and rating of fuse only.
7. Connecting the UPM
The figure below illustrates the rear of the UPM.
System
Out port
85-265VAC 50/60 Hz
SYSTEM SERVICEPOWER
Video
Power
Out port
LED
USER COMPUTER
Video
In port
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4. Rack mounting
The UPM is rack mountable. To obtain a 19” bracket, order P/N 5AC00202.
UPM
Shielded CAT5
FTP cable
To Phantom Remote
System In port
8. The Terminal port
When using RS232 servers in the system, you have the option of operating these
servers through the computer’s Terminal emulation or through an optional terminal
connected to the Terminal port.
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SD
P110
85-265VAC 50/60 Hz
To
System
port
SYSTEM SERVICEPOWER
USER COMPUTER
3 in 1 CPU cable
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To computer's
Mouse port
To computer's
Keyboard port
To
computer's
Video port
Power
connector
Terminal
port
RS232
port
Keyboard
Out port
Mouse
Out port
Keyboard
In port
Mouse
In port
Connect a keyboard, monitor, mouse plus the 3 in 1 CPU cable and Power cord to
the UPM and computer as illustrated in the figure below. Connect the Power cord.
Only use the power cord supplied with the UPM.
Note! Connecting a computer and the 3 in 1 CPU cable is optional.
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9. What happens next?
Install the Phantom Remotes as explained in The Phantom Remote – Quick
Installation Guide. Give the Remotes ID numbers and configure keyboard settings
explained in the Read This First (RTF). The Phantom system is then ready for use.
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CAT5 cable
UPM
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10. USB / SUN Combo keys
The PS/2 keyboard connected to the Phantom Manager does not have a special SUN
Optional
keypad to perform special functions in the SUN Operating System environment. So
when a Specter USB or SUN is connected to a SUN computer, the Specters emulate
these SUN keys using a set of key combinations called Combo keys. See the table
below.
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SYSTEM SERVICEPOWER
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The Phantom system configur ation
SUN key Combo key
Stop
Props
Front
Open
Find
Again
Undo
Copy
Paste
Cut
Help
Compose
Crescent
Volume Up
Volume Down
Mute
Sun Left ◊ key
Sun Right ◊ key
Alt-Graph
Stop A
Left Ctrl + Left Alt + F1
Left Ctrl + Left Alt + F3
Left Ctrl + Left Alt + F5
Left Ctrl + Left Alt +F7
Left Ctrl + Left Alt + F9
Left Ctrl + Left Alt + F2
Left Ctrl + Left Alt + F4
Left Ctrl + Left Alt + F6
Left Ctrl + Left Alt + F8
Left Ctrl + Left Alt + F10
Left Ctrl + Left Alt + F11
Application key or Left Ctrl + Left Alt +
Keypad *
Scroll Lock
Left Ctrl + Left Alt + Keypad –
Ctrl + Left Alt + Keypad +
Left
Left Ctrl + Left Alt + F12
Left Windows key
Right Windows key
Right Alt or Alt Gr
Left Ctrl + Left Alt +1
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11. User guide feedback
Your feedback is very important to help us improve our documentation. Please email
any comments to: ug.comments@minicom.com
Please include the following information: Guide name, part number and version
number (as appears on the front cover).
12. WEEE compliance
WEEE Information for Minicom Customers and Recyclers
Under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and
implementing regulations, when customers buy new electrical and electronic
equipment from Minicom they are entitled to:
• Send old equipment for recycling on a one-for-one, like-for-like basis (this
varies depending on the country)
• Send the new equipment back for recycling when this ultimately becomes
waste
Instructions to both customers and recyclers/treatment facilities wishing to obtain
disassembly information are provided in our website www.minicom.com.
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