NTI RACKMUX, RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 Installation Manual
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RACKMUX
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Series
RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4
Rackmount KVM Drawer with Built-In
Quad Screen Multiviewer and USB KVM Switch
Installation Manual
MAN264 Rev Date 8/10/2018
ACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4
(Front and Rear View)
TRADEMARK
RACKMUX is a registered trademark of Network Technologies Inc in the U.S. and other countries.
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in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise,
without the prior written consent of Network Technologies Inc, 1275 Danner Drive, Aurora, Ohio 44202.
CHANGES
The material in this guide is for information only and is subject to change without notice. Network Technologies Inc reserves the
right to make changes in the product design without reservation and without notification to its users.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................1
Materials Included:....................................................................................................................................................1
Material Not Supplied, but may need to be ordered................................................................................................1
RACKMUX Single-Person Installation ............................................................................................................................2
Cable Connections..........................................................................................................................................................6
Connect Video Sources...............................................................................................................................................6
Terminal Connection for RS232 ..................................................................................................................................7
Ethernet Connection for Remote User Control............................................................................................................7
Connect Extra Device..................................................................................................................................................7
Features and Functions...................................................................................................................................................8
Control Methods..............................................................................................................................................................9
Command Mode.......................................................................................................................................................9
Display Functions..........................................................................................................................................................13
Standard Controls......................................................................................................................................................13
OSD Control Menu- 17 Inch Hi-Resolution Model (-HR)...........................................................................................13
OSD Main Menu .....................................................................................................................................................14
Keyboard Functions ......................................................................................................................................................16
Numeric Keypad........................................................................................................................................................16
SAFETY.........................................................................................................................................................................17
Rackmux-KVM Drawer Standard Specifications...........................................................................................................18
General Specs...........................................................................................................................................................18
LCD – 17” Hi-Resolution............................................................................................................................................18
Display Controller: DVI ..............................................................................................................................................18
OSD Control Board....................................................................................................................................................18
Keyboard....................................................................................................................................................................18
Touchpad...................................................................................................................................................................19
Troubleshooting For KVM Drawer.................................................................................................................................20
Index..............................................................................................................................................................................20
Warranty Information.....................................................................................................................................................20
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TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1- Adjustable rail assemblies..................................................................................................................................................2
Figure 2- Install the cage nuts............................................................................................................................................................3
Figure 3- Install the rail assemblies ...................................................................................................................................................3
Figure 4- Check spacing of the rails ..................................................................................................................................................4
Figure 5- Rail guides..........................................................................................................................................................................4
Figure 6- Apply remaining screws to complete installation ................................................................................................................5
Figure 7- Connect each CPU and video source.................................................................................................................................6
Figure 8- Ethernet and RS232 Terminal Connection.........................................................................................................................7
Figure 9- Connect a USB 1.1 device to the front (optional)................................................................................................................7
Figure 10- Shake mouse to enter Command Mode.........................................................................................................................10
Figure 11- OSD Menu for the SPLITMUX........................................................................................................................................10
Figure 12- OSD Controls .................................................................................................................................................................13
Figure 13- U.S. (English) keyboard with numeric keypad................................................................................................................16
Figure 14- Keyboard LED Indications..............................................................................................................................................16
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NTI RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 RACKMOUNT DRAWER WITH QUAD SCREEN MULTIVIEWER
INTRODUCTION
The RACKMUX® KVM Drawer with Built-In Quad Screen Multiviewer and USB KVM Switch combines a rackmount LCD monitor,
keyboard, touchpad mouse, and a Quad Screen Multiviewer with USB KVM switch (SPLITMUX) in a space-saving 1RU industrial
strength drawer.
Features Include:
Available with forward-folding 17.1" Active Matrix LCD DVI flat panel monitor.
Video Resolution: 1920x1200.
Integrated HDMI multiviewer and USB KVM switch.
o Simultaneously display video from four different computers on the KVM drawer's LCD display.
o Quad, Picture in Picture, Full Screen, and Custom display modes.
Control up to 4 USB enabled computers with HDMI/DVI outputs.
Any DVI source or display can be connected by using DVI-HD-xx-MM cable (not included).
o Use DVIA-HD-CNVTR-LC or DVI-HD-CNVTR DVI + Audio to HDMI Converters to pass and independently
switch audio signals to the drawer.
Torque-friction hinges - monitor does not wobble, spring, or slam shut.
Compact, heavy-duty tactile keyboard with 17-key numeric keypad.
Rugged steel construction with durable powder coat finish.
LCD auto-shutoff in closed position.
Drawer locks into place when open to prevent it from sliding in and out of the rack.
Materials Included:
RACKMUX KVM Drawer
IEC Power cord- country specific
Single-Person Installation mounting kit
DB9 Female-to-RJ45 Female adapter
5 foot RJ45-to-RJ45 CAT5 patch cable
URL slip with link to PDF file of this manual
Material Not Supplied, but may need to be ordered
CAT5/5e/6 unshielded twisted-pair cable(s) terminated with RJ45 connectors wired straight thru- pin 1 to pin 1, etc. for Ethernet
connection
Cables can be purchased from Network Technologies Inc by calling 800-RGB-TECH (800-742-8324) or 330-562-7070
or by visiting our website at www.networktechinc.com
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RACKMUX SINGLE-PERSON INSTALLATION
Your NTI RACKMUX Drawer was designed for easy installation by one person with a minimum of tools and effort. Follow the
simple steps below to quickly install your RACKMUX Drawer.
If you would like to see a video of this installation, see the “single-person-installation
1. Locate and unpack the hardware bag. Your hardware bag will include all items n e cessary to install the specific RACKMUX
model (see the manual that accompanied your RACKMUX drawer), including the following hardware unique to the Single-Person
hardware installation:
10- #10-32 cage nut
2- #10-32 x 1/2” flat-head ma chine screw
8- #10-32 x 3/4” pan-h ead machine screw
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install the rails you will need only a tape measure and Phillips screwdriver.
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2. Unpack the left and right rail assemblies. Each are labeled “Right Front” and “Left Front” to indicate their intended position and
orientation. Extend each rail assembly to the dimension required for your rack. Rail assemblies are adjustable to fit within a rack
between 24” and 40” in depth.
Labeled
Rail assemblies are adjustable in length from 24” to 40”.
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Figure 1- Adjustable rail assemblies
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3. Install six #10-32 cage nuts at the front of the rack in positions where the RACKMUX will be mounted (three in each side).
Install four more cage nuts at the rear of the rack in positions straight across from the upper and lower cage nuts installed in front.
Ext ender Rail
Rail Flange
Extender Rail
Cage
Nuts
Rear Rack
Support
Cage
Nuts
Front Rack
Support
Figure 2- Install the cage nuts
4. Install the right rail assembly. The end with the label “Right Front” mounts to the front rack support. Install only the center
screw through the rail flange to the rack support and cage nut using the #10-32 x 1/2” flat head machine screw provided. (See
image below.) Do not tighten at this time. Install the left rail assembly in the same fashion. The end with the label “Left Front”
mounts to the front rack support.
5. Install two #10-32 x 3/4” pan-head screws in the rear of each rail assembly as shown below. Do not tighten at the time.
Install one flat
head screw in
the center in
each side at
the front
Rack Front
ack Rear
Install two
screws in each
Figure 3- Install the rail assemblies
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6. Measure the distance between the inside of the rails at the front of the rack. Adjust the distance to 17-1/4” and tighten the flathead screws to the rail flanges securely.
Left Rail
Right Rail
17-1/4"
Front Rack Supports
Figure 4- Check spacing of the rails
7. Lineup the rail guides on the RACKMUX drawer with the slots in the front of the left and right rails and slide the drawer into the
rack. The rail guides should be positioned such that the wide lip of the guide is on the backside of the rail. Slide the drawer in
completely.
View of rail guide from the
Rail guides
front of the rack support View of rail guide from the backside of the rail
Wide lip of rail g
ide
Figure 5- Rail guides
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