serverLink Extend Cat5 Installation Instructions Manual

Table of Contents

■ Introduction............................................................1

■ Key Features...........................................................2

■ Specifications.........................................................3

■ Packing Checklist ..................................................4

■ Product Description...............................................5

■ Installation..............................................................6

■ Video Compensation .............................................7

■ LED Indicators........................................................8

■ Push Button: Switch to the control status ..........10

■ Hotkeys Control .....................................................12

■ Remote Station Unit Hotkeys Control..................13

■ Local Computer Unit Hotkeys Control.................14

■ Appendixes.............................................................15

Please read this manual thoroughly and follow the
Installation procedures to prevent any damage to the KVM
switch or any connecting device

------------------------ Introduction

The ServerLink Extend Cat5 KVM Extender consists of a Local
Computer Unit and a Remote Station Unit that can be used to

locate a keyboard/monitor/mouse set up to 150 meters away from a
computer or KVM switch using an inexpensive Category 5 UTP
(unshielded twisted pair) cable. It provides an ideal and convenient
way to remotely access the computer which is located in a secure,
clean or dirty, harsh environment.

The ServerLink Extend Cat5 KVM Extender is designed to enable
one computer to be controlled by one or two users. It also allows for a
console to control two computers locally and remotely. It is an ideal
solution for factory or construction areas where you want to secure
your computers and valuable data or ma nage them either in remote
or both in remote and local sites.

No software or dip switches are required, just plug and play. With one
push button, two LED indicators and simple hotkey commands, you
can manage this device easily.

Connection to
ServerLink Extend

Figure 1: Connection of 1-to-3 cable

Connection to
Monitor/Keyboard/Mouse

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------------------------ Key Features

 Connects the Local Computer Unit and Remote Station Unit via

Category 5 UTP cable

 Remotely locates the keyboard, mouse and monitor up to 150m

from a computer

 Supports PS/2
 Video compensation can be adjusted by hotkey to ensure the

optimum signal quality for any length of cable within the limit.

 Easy to get and install the standard cable at lower cost
 Simple indication makes operation user-frien dly
 Locates the computer away from your desk and work area, saving

you valuable space

 Allows two users to share a single computer both in local and

remote areas.

 Applicable for one console to manage two computers locally and

remotely

 Beeps confirmation for key control makes the operation easier and

cross-checked

 Supports for standard PS/2 keyboard & mice, including Microsoft

IntelliMouse

 Compatible with XGA, VGA, and SVGA system

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------------------------ Specifications

PS/2 Model SLX-202P

Connections CAT5/CAT5e/CAT6 – RJ45 female

Remote Station Unit Console
Connectors

Local Computer Unit Local Console
Connectors

LED Indicators Local
(Remote Station Unit)

LED Indicators Local
(Local Computer Unit)

Push Button Switch to the control status
Power Supply (min) External power adapter DC 9V, 500mA

Resolution

Local PC

PC

Remote

Remote

miniDIN6, female x 2
HDB15 female x 1

HDB15 female x 1

miniDIN6, female x 2
HDB15 female x 1

HDB15 female x 1
On: Controls local PC

On: Controls remote PC
On: Controls local PC

On: Local PC is controlled remotely
Flash Alternatively: Auto mode

Up to 1600 x 1200 (dependant on
CAT5/CAT5e/CAT6 cable length)

Weight 293g
Dimensions (W x D x H) 156 x 65 x 20 (mm)

Table 1: Specifications of ServerLink Cat5 KVM Extenders

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------------------------ Packing Checklist

z ServerLink Extend Cat5 KVM Extender Remote Station Unit x 1
z ServerLink Extend Cat5 KVM Extender Local Computer Unit x 1
z Power Adapter – 9V DC, 600mA x 1
z User Manual x 1
z Foot Pad x 2 sets
z KVM Cable x 2 (LKS-02H)

NOTE: USE OF POWER SUPPLY

• NOT required if you have a computer connected to both
Station and Local Computer Units

• Required if there is NO computer connected to Remote
Station Unit.

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------------------------ Product Description

Figure 3: Indication and Connection

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---------------------- Installation

Connection Pattern

Figure 4: Connection pattern of ServerLink Extend Cat5 KVM

Extender

• A keyboard, mouse and monitor must be connected to the

Remote Station Unit.

• You do need to connect a computer to the Remote Station Unit.

• Optional Power Supply is required if there is NO computer

connected to Remote Station Unit.

• A computer must be connected to the Local Computer Unit.

• You do not need to connect a keyboard, mouse and monitor to

the Local Computer Unit if you don’t want to control the
computer locally.

• Computer connected to the Remote Station Unit cannot be
controlled from the Local Computer Unit.

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------------------------ Video Compensation

Before operating, Video Compensation should be conducted.
Hotkeys are used to adjust the Equalization on the Remote Unit to
achieve optimum video signal for various cable lengths. There are
five segments of CAT 5 cable lengths can be chosen from. To
achieve the best visibility, please refer to the chapter of “Remote
Station Unit Hotkeys Control” to adjust the video compensation.

Verify the length of CAT 5 cable you are using, then, use the hotkeys
to adjust the video compensation. When you press Ctrl twice, and
F11 keys, different beeps will be sounded to indicate the setup of

cable length. Please refer to Operation of Hotkey Control.

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------------------------ LED Indicators

The LEDs on the ServerLink Extend Cat5 KVM Extender show the
latest status which indicates the linking, communication, and control
situation between Local Computer Unit and Remote Station Unit.

Remote Station Unit

LED Status Control Description

Remote: Off, Local: On

Remote: On, Local: Off

Remote Station Unit controls
its local PC.
Remote Station Unit is
remotely taking control of the

Local Computer Unit.

In this mode, there are two
statuses as follows:

1. If the 3 LEDs (Num, Caps
and Scroll Lock) on the
keyboard are flashing, the Local
Computer Unit is now taking
control of the system.

2. If the 3 LEDs (Num, Caps
and Scroll Lock) on the
keyboard are not flashing, the
system is waiting for Remote

Station Unit or Local
Computer Unit to take control

Table 3.1: LED - Control indication for Remote Station Unit

Power Up LED Status

LED Indicators

Local: On

Table 3.2: The Initial status and indication is displayed

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when ServerLink Extend Cat5 KVM
Extender is powered up

Local Computer Unit

LED Status Control Description

Local Computer Unit

controls its local PC. In this

Remote: Off, Local: On

Remote: On, Local: Off

mode, the Remote Station

Unit cannot take control of the
Local Computer Unit

remotely.
Remote Station Unit is
remotely taking control of the
Local Computer Unit. The 3
LEDs (Num, Caps and Scroll
Lock) on the keyboard will be

flashing
Remote/Local Flashes
alternately
(Auto Mode)

Table 4.1: LED - Control indication for Local Computer Unit

The system is waiting for

Remote Station Unit or

Local Computer Unit to take

control.

Power Up LED Status

Table 4.2: The Initial status and indication is displayed when

Local/remote: Flashes alternately

ServerLink Extend Cat5 KVM Extender is
powered up

LED Indicators

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-----------------Push Button: Switch to the

control status

The button on the panel of Local Computer Unit and Remote
Station Unit respectively, can be pushed (switched) in sequence to

select the operation modes.

Button on Remote Station Unit

The button on the panel of Remote Station Unit can be pushed
(switched) in sequence to select the following two modes:

Loc

→

Com(Remote)

Local: The LED of Local is “On”. In this mode, the system controls

its local computer.

Remote: The LED of Remote is “On”. In this mode, the system

remotely controls the Local Computer Unit.

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Button on Local Computer Unit

There are three modes that can be chosen, the sequence is as
follows:

Auto

Auto:

• In this mode, the Remote and Local LEDs are flashing
alternately.

• The system is now waiting to be controlled by either Local
Computer Unit or Remote Station Unit.

• Once the keyboard or mouse of Local Computer Unit is
active, the LED of Local is on and the LED of Remote is off.
This status indicates that the Local Computer Unit is now
taking control of the system.

• Once the keyboard or mouse of Remote Station Unit is
active, the LED of Remote is on and the LED of Local is off.
This status indicates that the Remote Station Unit is now
taking control of the system.

• In either case, the latch time period of 5, 15, 30, or 60
seconds is offered to allow the Local Computer Unit or
Remote Station Unit to take control again. If the latch time
expires with no keyboard or mouse activity, the status
returns to the “Auto” mode.

• In “Auto” mode, whenever the keyboard, mouse buttons
or scroll wheel of mouse is activated, the Unit (Local
Computer Unit or Remote Station Unit) immediately tak es
control of the system.

Local: The LED of Local is “On”. In this mode, the system is being

controlled by the Local Computer Unit. In this case, the
Remote Station Unit can learn this status from the flashing
of 3 LEDs (Num, Caps and Scroll Lock) on the keyboard.

→

Loc → Com(Remote)

Remote: The LED of Remote is “On”. In this mode, the system is

remotely controlled by the Remote Station Unit.

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-----------------Hotkeys Control

Hotkey commands are short keyboard sequences to select a
computer, to activate computer scan, and so forth. The ServerLink
Extend Cat5 KVM Extender is always interpreting keystrokes for
hotkeys. A hotkey sequence starts with two left Ctrl keystrokes
followed by one or two more keystrokes. A built-in buzzer generates
a high-pitched beep for correct hotkey command, while one short and
one long beeps are sounded for wrong commands. Thus, the ba d ke y
commands will not be forwarded to the selected modes.

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--------------Remote Station Unit

Hotkeys Control

Hotkey Commands Function Description

＊Ctrl + Ctrl + Ti

Ctrl + Ctrl + Esc

＊Ctrl + Ctrl + 1i

＊Ctrl + Ctrl + 2i

＊Ctrl + Ctrl + F2

Ctrl + Ctrl + F4

(Keyboard speed selection)

Ctrl + Ctrl + F11

(Video Compensation

Adjustment)

Ctrl + Ctrl + F12

Toggles console control between Local
Computer and Remote Computer

Escape from hotkey mode
Switches control to local computer

Switches control to remote computer(input
allowed only if the Local Computer Unit is in
Remote or Auto mode)
Toggles console control between Local
Computer and Remote Computer

Adjusts the typematic rates of keyboard, the
ServerLink Extend Cat5 KVM Extender generates 1
to 4 beeps corresponding to 6, 12, 20, and 30
characters/sec respectively.
Adjusts the video compensation, the ServerLink
Extend Cat5 KVM Extender generates 1 to 5 beeps
corresponding to the cable lengths of 0~30, 30~60,
60~90, 90~120 & 120~150 meters, respectively.

Mouse resynchronized
(for PS/2 only)

Table 5: Hotkey control for Remote Station Unit

Beeps corresponding to video compensation
Ctrl + Ctrl + E + F11

Beep sounds UTP Cable Length
1 beep

2 beeps
3 beeps
4 beeps
5 beeps

0〜100 feet (0〜30 meters)
100〜200 feet (30〜60 meters)
200〜300 feet (60〜90 meters)
300〜400 feet (90〜120 meters)
400〜500 feet (120〜150 meters)

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---------Local Computer Unit Hotkeys

Control

Hotkey Commands Function Description

Ctrl + Ctrl + Ti

Ctrl + Ctrl + Esc

Ctrl + Ctrl + 1i

Ctrl + Ctrl + 2i

Ctrl + Ctrl + 3i
Ctrl + Ctrl + F3

Ctrl + Ctrl + F4

(Keyboard speed selection)

Ctrl + Ctrl + F12

Toggle switch selects Auto-Loc-Rem
mode
Escape from hotkey mode

Local Mode: Allows the user at local computer
exclusive access to the system; remote access
from computer at Remote Station Unit is disabled.
Remote Mode: Allows the remote user at Remote

Station Unit exclusive access to the computer at
Local Computer Unit; access to the computer
from the Local Computer Unit is disabled

Auto mode selection
Auto mode latch time: 5, 15, 30, 60 seconds

Adjust the typematic rates of keyboard, the

ServerLink Extend Cat5 KVM Extender

generates 1 to 4 beeps corresponding to 6, 12, 20,
and 30 characters/sec respectively.

Mouse resynchronization
(for PS/2 only)

Table 6: Hotkey control for Local Computer Unit

z Mouse resynchronization:
When the mouse can not work normally, conduct this function and make it
synchronized with your system.

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-----------------Appendixes

Cable Requirements

The cable use to connect the Local Computer Unit and Remote
Station Unit can be either Category 5, Category 5e or Category 6

terminated with RJ45 connectors. These are purchased separately.
This cable is not provided with the standard package because it is
subject to the different lengths you may require. The length of cable
used should be less than 150m, otherwise poor r esults, especially for
video resolution, may occur over distances beyond the limit.

CAT5/CAT5e/CAT6 Cable

The ServerLink Extend Cat5 KVM Extender requires an unshielded
twisted pair(UTP) cable up to a maximum length of 150 meters.

The cable must be wired in compliance with the EIA/TIA 568B
industry standard as shown below.

Pin Wire Color Pair Function

1 White/Orange 2 T
2 Orange 2 R
3 White/Green 3 T
4 Blue 1 R
5 White/Blue 1 T
6 Green 3 R
7 White/Brown 4 T
8 Brown 4 R

Table A1: Wiring definition of CAT5

Note: CAT5, CAT5e or CAT6 cables may be used for extender pair.

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The above diagram shows the RJ45 connector of a
CAT5/CAT5e/CAT6 cable with its metal contacts facing up.

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