Rose CrystalView Mini USB User Manual

CrystalView Mini USB

INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONS

MANUAL

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NOTE: 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.

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Rose Electronics Part # MAN-CRVM-USB
Printed In the United States of America - Revision 1.4

FCC/IC STATEMENTS, EU DECLAR ATION OF CONF ORMITY

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

AND INDUSTRY CANADA

RADIO-FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and if not installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions may cause interference to radio
communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class A digital device in accordance with the specifications of Part
15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection
against such interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own
expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary
to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise
emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulation of Industry Canada.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques
dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe
A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié
par Industrie Canada.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

EUROPEAN UNION DECLARATION OF CONFO RMI T Y

This equipment is in conformity with the
protection requirements of the following
Council Directives:
The Declaration of Conformity is based upon
compliance of the product with the following
harmonized standards:
EN55022: 1998
EN55024: 1998
EN61000-3-2: 2001
EN61000-3-3: 2000
EN60950-1: 2000

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Contents

Disclaimer .................................................................................................. 1

System introduction ................................................................................... 1

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

Compatibility .......................................................................................... 2

Package contents .................................................................................. 3

CrystalView Mini USB Models................................................................... 4

Connectors ............................................................................................ 5

Typical Application .................................................................................... 6

Cables ....................................................................................................... 7

CrystalView Mini USB Local Unit to CPU cable .................................... 7

CrystalView Mini USB Remote Unit to a KVM station ........................... 7

CrystalView Mini USB Local Unit to Remote Unit ................................. 7

Installation ................................................................................................. 8

Step 1 - Connect interface cables from the Local unit to a computer ... 8

Step 2 - Connect the Remote equipment to the Remote unit. .............. 9

Step 3 - Set the CATx cable distance dip switches ............................... 9

Step 4 - Connect Local unit to Remote unit with CATx cable ............. 10

Step 5 – Apply power .......................................................................... 10

Operating Instructions ............................................................................. 11

Serial Interface - Set Up and Operation .............................................. 12

Audio Interface - Set Up and Operation .............................................. 12

Service Information ................................................................................. 13

Maintenance and Repair ..................................................................... 13

Technical Support ................................................................................ 13

Safety ...................................................................................................... 14

Figures

Figure 1. Models ....................................................................................... 4

Figure 2. Typical Application ..................................................................... 6

Figure 3. Local to CPU (Dual video model) .............................................. 8

Figure 4. Remote to KVM (Dual video, serial/audio model) ...................... 9

Figure 5. Local to Remote unit ................................................................ 10

Figure 6. Dual Video front view ............................................................... 11

Tables

Table 1. RJ45 LED functions .................................................................. 11

Appendices

Appendix A. General Specifications ........................................................ 15

Appendix B. Parts and Cables ................................................................ 16

Appendix C. Quick Start Guide ............................................................... 17

INTRODUCTION

Disclaimer

While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual,
the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.
Neither does the manufacturer assume any liability for damages resulting
from the use of the information contained herein. The manufacturer
reserves the right to change the specifications, functions, or circuitry of
the product without notice.

The manufacturer cannot accept liability for damages due to misuse of
the product or other circumstances outside the manufacturer’s control.
The manufacturer will not be responsible for any loss, damage, or injury
arising directly or indirectly from the use of this product.

System introduction

Thank you for choosing the Rose Electronics CrystalView  Mini USB
enhanced KVM station extender. The CrystalView Mini USB is the result
of Rose Electronics commitment to providing state-of-the-art solutions for
today’s demanding workplace. The CrystalView Mini USB has proven to
be a valuable investment for any business, big or small, that has a need
to access CPUs from Remote locations.

The CrystalView Mini USB is available in a single or dual video model
with Serial/Audio options. The single and dual video models have both
Local and Remote access capability. This allows a KVM station to be
connected to the Remote and Local Unit. Access to the connected
computer or KVM switch can be performed by a Local user or a Remote
user. Access is simultaneous with no lockout of the local or remote user.

The CrystalView Mini USB system consists of two Units, a Local Unit and
a Remote Unit. The Local Unit connects to your computers keyboard,
monitor and mouse ports or to a Rose KVM switch. The Remote Unit
connects to a keyboard, video monitor and mouse. The Local and
Remote Units are connected together with industry standard CAT-5,
CAT-5e, or CAT-6 shielded or unshielded, solid core twisted-pair cable
terminated with RJ45 connectors. All models can extend the distance
from the CPU with up to 150 feet. CAT-x cable can be ordered from
Rose Electronics in 25-1,000 foot lengths.

Using the CrystalView Mini USB to remotely access your computer has
several applications that make it convenient for the users. You can
locate your computers in a secure area and access them from other
unsecured areas. Computers used in hazardous industrial environments
can be accessed remotely, keeping the users safe and unexposed to any
hazards.

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Computers
(4-USB ports/hub)

PCs with USB keyboard / mouse or

Monitors

VGA to UXGA, Separate or composite sync
Emulated DDC for each video channel

Keyboards

USB keyboard.

Mouse

USB mice

Serial Devices

only)

Touchscreens, Graphic Tablets,

Other standard asynchronous serial devices.

Audio Devices

Compatible sound cards

signals less than 5 volts peak-to-peak.

Features

• Single and Dual Video support

• Video resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 @ 75hz

• Extended distance up to 150 feet (50m) over standard CATx cabling

• USB 2.0 (low/full speed only) compliant

• 4-port USB hub on the Remote unit

• DDC emulation on all video channels ensures compatibility with most

multi-head graphics cards

• Local video output on all video channels. Allows dual access when a

Local USB keyboard and mouse are connected to the CPU directly or
through a externally powered USB hub

• Status LED indicators located on each RJ45 port

• Over voltage protection prevents the units from operating if incorrect

PSU power is applied

• Surge protection on each RJ45 port

• Serial port option enables a serial device to be extended at up to

19.2K Baud

• Bi-directional stereo audio option provides high-quality, 16-bit digitized

audio

• Local unit is powered by the USB port connection. For video only

applications, an optional 5V PSU is required

• Remote unit is powered by a 5V PSU power adapter

• Rack mount option

Compatibility

(Serial/Audio model

(Serial/Audio model
only)

Serial printers/plotters, Computer terminals,

Amplified or non-amplified microphone
Amplified computer stereo speakers
Other audio devices that transmit/receive

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