Page 3 - Packing List
Packing List The complete Master View ACS-1712 / ACS-1714 package consists of: M One ACS-1712 or ACS-1714 KVM Switch M One Power Adapter M One User Manual Check to make sure that the unit was not damaged in shipping. If you encountera problem, contact your dealer. Read this manual thoroughly and fol...
Page 4 - Contents
Contents Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Hardware Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 5 - Overview
Overview The Master View ACS-1712 and ACS-1714 represent a revolutionary newdirection in KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) Switches. The ACS-1712 andACS-1714 are dual function two and four Port KVM Switches combined with 2Port USB Hubs. As KVM switches, they allow users to access two and fourcomputers fr...
Page 6 - Features
Features M Dual Function KVM-USB Switch M One Console Controls 2 (ACS-1712 ) or 4 (ACS-1714 ) Computers and TwoAdditional USB Devices M USB Keyboard and Mouse M Independent Switching of KVM and Additional USB Ports - Control oneComputer while Printing From a Second Computer at the Same Time M Fully ...
Page 7 - Hardware Requirements; Console; Computer; Cables
Hardware Requirements Console M A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution thatyou will be using on any computer in the installation. M A USB style mouse M A USB style keyboard Computer The following equipment must be installed on each computer: M A VGA, SVGA or Multisync ca...
Page 8 - Introduction
Introduction Front View* 1. Port Selection Switches M Press a switch to access the computer attached to the corresponding port. M Pressing Buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously for 2 seconds starts Auto ScanMode. See p. 14 for details. 2. Port LEDs The Port LEDs are built into the Port Selection Switches. ...
Page 10 - Installation; Before you Begin; Cable Connection
Installation Before you Begin 1. Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up have been turned off. You must unplug the power cords ofany computers that have the Keyboard Power On function.Otherwise, the switch will still receive power from the computer. 2. To prevent damage to ...
Page 11 - Operation; Hot Plugging
Operation Hot Plugging The Master View ACS-1712 / ACS-1714 supports USB hot plugging -components can be removed and added back into the installation by unpluggingtheir cables from the CPU ports without the need to shut the unit down. Powering Off and Restarting If it becomes necessary to Power Off t...
Page 12 - Port Selection
Port Selection The Master View ACS-1712 / ACS-1714 provides three methods to obtaininstant access to any computer on your installation: Manual; Hotkey; and OSD. M ManualSimply press the appropriate Port Selection Switch on the Master View’s frontpanel. After you press the switch, the Selected LED li...
Page 13 - Port ID Numbering; CPU ID Numbering; USB ID Numbering
Port ID Numbering CPU ID Numbering Each CPU port on a Master View installation is assigned a single digit number(1 or 2 for the ACS-1712; 1 to 4 for the ACS-1714). The Port ID of a computer is derived from the CPU Port number it is connectedto. For example, a computer connected to CPU Port 3 has a P...
Page 14 - Hotkey Summary Table
Hotkey Summary Table Combination Action [Ctrl] + [Ctrl] Invokes OSD (Default) [Scroll Lock] + [Scroll Lock] Invokes OSD (Alternate Method) [Ctrl]+[Shift]+[Alt]+[1] Switches access to the computer that correspondsto Port ID number 1. [Ctrl]+[Shift]+[Alt]+[2] Switches access to the computer that corre...
Page 15 - OSD Operation; OSD Overview
OSD Operation OSD Overview On Screen Display (OSD), provides a menu driven interface to handle thecomputer switching procedure. Although Hotkey switching still works, usingOSD is a great deal more convenient. All operations start from the OSD Main Menu. To pop up the Main Menu, tapeither Ctrl key tw...
Page 16 - OSD Navigation
OSD Navigation M [Esc] cancels the current selection, or dismisses the current menu andmoves back to the menu one level above. If you are at the highest menulevel, it deactivates OSD. M To activate a CPU port, use the F1 and F4 keys to move the CPU PortHighlight Bar through the list. When you reach ...
Page 17 - OSD Main Menu Headings; The Function Keys
OSD Main Menu Headings Heading Explanation PN This column lists the Port ID numbers for all the CPU ports on theinstallation. The simplest method to access a particular computer is movethe Highlight Bar to its corresponding port, then press [Enter]. PC Lists all the computers that are Powered On and...
Page 20 - Factory Default Settings
Setting Function SET PASSWORD Allows you to set a password in order to control access to the console. See OSD Security (p. 17) for passwordsetting details. SET SCAN DURATION Determines how long the display dwells on each port as itcycles through the selected ports in Auto Scan Mode. Theoptions are: ...
Page 21 - OSD Security
OSD Security In order to prevent unauthorized access to the computers, the OSD provides apassword security feature. If a password has been set, the OSD will request thatthe user specify it before allowing entry. To set a password: 1. Press [F10] to bring up the SET UP configuration menu. 2. Move the...
Page 22 - Appendix; Troubleshooting
Appendix Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Action Erraticbehavior. Unit not receivingenough power underself-poweredoperation. Use the Power Adapter that was supplied withthe unit to provide external power. PressingHotkeys getsno response. The connection fromthe selected port tothe target comput...
Page 23 - Specifications
Specifications Function ACS-1712 ACS-1714 Computer Connections 2 4 CPU Port Selection Front Panel Switches; Hotkeys; OSD USB Port Selection Hotkeys; OSD LEDs On Line 2 (Orange) 4 (Orange) Selected 2 (Green) 4 (Green) ConsoleConnectors Keyboard 1 x USB Type A Mouse 1 x USB Type A Video 1 x HDB -15 fe...
