Rose electronic CATx User Manual

ViewLink CATx KVM Extender

INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONS

MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Contents

Quick Start guide..............................................................................................1

Disclaimer.........................................................................................................2

System introduction..........................................................................................2

Features............................................................................................................3

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

Models ..............................................................................................................4

Installation.........................................................................................................5

Operation..........................................................................................................6

Keyboard Commands.......................................................................................6

Flash Utility features / procedure......................................................................8

TroubleShooting .............................................................................................11

Maintenance and Repair.................................................................................12

Technical Support...........................................................................................12

Safety..............................................................................................................13

Figures

Figure 1. Quick Installation Diagram ................................................................1

Figure 2. Models............................................................................................... 4

Figure 3. Monitor mounting bracket..................................................................5

Figure 4. Flash Scan Screen............................................................................9

Figure 5. Flash Port Configuration....................................................................9

Figure 6. Flash scan.......................................................................................10

Figure 7. Firmware update screen..................................................................10

Appendices

Appendix A – Part Numbers...........................................................................14

Appendix B - Specifications............................................................................15

QUICK START GUIDE

Quick Start guide

The ViewLink system consists of a transmitter unit that connects to the video,
keyboard, and mouse ports on a PC, server, or to a KVM switch and a
receiver unit connects to a keyboard, monitor, and mouse. The transmitter
and receiver units are connected together with up to 1,000 feet of standard
CATx cable. The transmitter and receiver are available for PS/2, USB, or
PS?-USB systems. This section briefly describes the installation procedures.
Refer to the following steps and diagram to install your ViewLink Catx.

Step #1 –Connect the Receiver unit to the keyboard, monitor, and mouse

cables on your KVM station. Connect the provided power adapter
to the Receiver unit’s power input jack.

Step #2 –Connect the Transmitter unit to the keyboard, monitor, and mouse

ports on your PC. Depending on your ViewLink CATx model,
connect it to either the PS/2 (MiniDin6) or USB ports. If you are
connecting to a KVM switch using the DB25 model, connect it to the
KVM port on the switch.

Step #3 –Connect the Receiver and Transmitter units together using up to

1,000 feet of CATx cable (CAT5, 5e, or 6).

Step #4 –Apply power to the KVM monitor, the Receiver unit, and boot your

PC (turn on the KVM switch if using the DB25 model).

When you initialize the extender, it automatically senses the cable distance
between the transmitter and receiver unit, adjusts the compensation and sets
up everything for you. Refer to the manual instructions for additional
information.

#1 Connect Receiver #2 Connect Transmitter

#3 Connect CATx Cable

KVM Station

#4 Apply power

Figure 1. Quick Installation Diagram

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PC
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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 ViewLink CATx enhanced
KVM extender. The ViewLink CATx is the result of Rose Electronics
commitment to providing state-of-the-art solutions for today’s demanding
workplace. The ViewLink CATx has proven to be a valuable investment for
any business, big or small, that has a need to access computers, servers, or
KVM switches from remote locations. Using the ViewLink CATx 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.

The ViewLink CATx system consists of two Units, a transmitter Unit and a
receiver Unit. The transmitter connects easily to your computer or KVM
switch. The receiver Unit connects to a remote keyboard, video monitor and a
mouse. The transmitter and receiver units are connected together with
industry standard CAT5, CAT5e, or CAT6 shielded or unshielded, solid core
twisted-pair cable terminated with RJ45M connectors. All models can extend
the distance from the CPU up to 1,000 feet. Applications can be executed;
computer maintenance and any function normally done can be performed with
virtually no degradation in video quality and performance.

Installation only takes a few minutes since the ViewLink CATx automatically
sets up various parameters and functions based on your system topology.
There are no jumpers to set or adjustment knobs to turn. Parameters like
video gain are automatically compensated for and properly adjusted based o n
the length of Catx cable used. Some fine tuning can easily be done using
keyboard commands, but are rarely needed.

The only cable needed is a CATx cable to connect the transmitter to the
receiver. CATx cable can be ordered from Rose Electronics in 25-1,000 foot
lengths.

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