Page 2 - LIMITED WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY Copyright Rose Electronics 1990 -2001. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transcribed in any form or any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, without the prior written permission of Rose...
Page 3 - FCC/IC STATEMENTS, EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY; FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY CANADA; EUROPEAN UNION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
FCC/IC STATEMENTS, EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO-FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipme nt generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufactu...
Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Contents Disclaimer................................................................................................ 1 Introduction.............................................................................................. 1 Product Registration .....................................
Page 5 - INTRODUCTION; Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual; Disclaimer; nnn; KVM
INTRODUCTION Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual 1 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...
Page 6 - Product Registration
2 Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual Product Registration Take advantage of the following when you register your Rose Electronics products online at www.rose.com/htm/warranty.htm: § Rose Standard Warranty Plus... § Free Lifetime Firmware Updates § Free Lifetime Technical Support § 3...
Page 7 - Compatibility
Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual 3 Compatibility CPUs Computers Industry standard PCs, Unix computers such as RS-6000, HP 9000, SGI, DEC Alpha, MAC and others Monitors SVGA Keyboards PC PS/2, AT, PC and Apple USB Mouse Standard PS/2 Mouse (2 or 3 button) PC and Apple USB Serial Mo...
Page 8 - OVERVIEW; System overview
OVERVIEW 4 Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual System overview The Vista KVM-series switch is designed to provide seamless, trouble-free switching from a single KVM station to any connected CPU. You can switch to the connected computers by simple keyboard commands or using the front ...
Page 9 - Figure 1. Typical installation; Power connectors; UP TO 4 CPUs
Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual 5 Figure 1. Typical installation Power connectors The optional power connector on the Vista switch is for a supplemental power adapter. Supplemental power may be needed if the cable length from the computers to the Vista switch is long or you are u...
Page 10 - MODELS; Vista KVM-Series models
MODELS 6 Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual Vista KVM-Series models Figure 2. Vista 2 port Figure 3. Vista 4 port Status LED Lit when selected CPU has power. Flashes when Keyboard and mouse data is sent to the unit Select LEDs Indicates which computer is selected Reset button Resets...
Page 11 - Label
Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual 7 KVM-2UPH rear connectors KVM-4UPH rear connectors Label Connector type Description (2UPH) 1,2 DB25F Computer connectors (4UPH) 1,2,3,4 DB25F Computer connectors Monitor HD15F KVM monitor connector Mouse MiniDin-6F or DB9F KVM PS/2 or Serial mouse...
Page 12 - Monitor
8 Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual KVM-2PCA rear connectors KVM-4PCA rear connectors Label Connector Type Description Keyboard (MiniDin-6F) Mouse (MiniDin-6F) Video (HD15F) CPU connectors 1-2 on 2PC model 1-4 on 4PC model Monitor HD15F KVM monitor connector Mouse MiniDin-6F or DB9...
Page 13 - INSTALLATION; Installation; Installation of the Vista switch consists of the following steps:; Step 1 - Connecting the KVM station; Figure 4. Vista to KVM station
INSTALLATION Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual 9 Installation Installation of the Vista switch consists of the following steps: 1. Connect the KVM station to the Vista switch 2. Connect the CPUs to the Vista switch 3. Sequentially apply power, boot the CPUs 4. Verify keyboard, mous...
Page 14 - Step 2 - Connect the CPUs
10 Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual Step 2 - Connect the CPUs Connect the CPU keyboard, video monitor and mo use ports to the corresponding Vista switches keyboard, video monitor and mouse ports using the appropriate CPU cables as shown in Figure 5. For attached CPUs that use a se...
Page 15 - Rack mounting; KVM extenders. This arrangement is; CrystalView
Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual 11 Rack mounting The Vista switch is designed to mount in a CPU rack or under a desktop. Rackmount kits are available in three different sizes, 19", 23", and 24". Each is 1 rack unit high (1.75"). (See Appendix D and Appendix E for ...
Page 16 - OPERATIONS; Operating instructions; Send null byte
OPERATIONS 12 Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual Operating instructions The Vista switch is very easy to operate. Computer selection and set-up functions are entered from the keyboard. You can also select computers manually from the Vista’s front panel by using buttons 1-2 or button...
Page 17 - Command; Mouse type
Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual 13 Keyboard commands (continued) Command Key Sequence Description Maximum computers <Ctrl> P x <Enter> (x = 1 – 2 or 1 – 4) Limits scanning to maximum port number Typematic value <Ctrl> Ax <Enter> See Attachment F. Factory s...
Page 18 - Keyboard command description
14 Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual Use only the numeric keys above the keyboard. The keypad will not work. All keyboard commands must be entered within 2 seconds of pressing and releasing the left <Ctrl> key. Keyboard command description Computer select To select a computer...
Page 19 - Reset; issue this command on non- NT or Win 2K based computers.
Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual 15 Reset To “Reset” the mouse and keyboard, press and release the left <Ctrl> key, then type “R”. This command is used to reset the mouse and keyboard on the currently selected Vista port without removing power from the Vista switch. This is ...
Page 20 - Maximum computers
16 Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual Maximum computers Press and release the left <Ctrl> key, type “P”, enter the total number of computers, and press <Enter>. This command limits the number of computers to scan. For example on an four-port unit, if no computers were co...
Page 21 - FLASH UPGRADE PROCEDURE; KVM Flash Upgrade Utility
FLASH UPGRADE PROCEDURE Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual 17 KVM Flash Upgrade Utility Installation of KVM Utility The installer for the KVM Utility ma y be distributed in one of two formats: a ZIP file or an EXE. If the installer is distributed as a ZIP file, open it in WinZip and...
Page 22 - The Flash Upgrade utility can also be used to configure the KVM
18 Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual 1. Download the flash upgrade firmware and unzip it to an .EXE file 2. Download to a computer connected to port #1. 3. Run the unzipped “EXE” file. Program will auto-detect the unit 4. Click on "File", then "Load New Firmware" 5....
Page 23 - When the firmware has been successfully installed the unit is
Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual 19 8. When the firmware has been successfully installed the unit is now operational with the firmware upgrade. A more comprehensive explanation of the firmware upgrade process can be viewed by clicking on "Help". The on-line help walks you ...
Page 24 - TROUBLESHOOTING; TroubleShooting; Wrong cable plugged in, keyboard and mouse cables reversed.; Mouse driver does not load; Incompatible or old mouse driver being used, update the driver.; Can’t switch ports from keyboard
TROUBLESHOOTING 20 Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual TroubleShooting CPU does not boot, keyboard or mouse error received • Cable is loose, reseat cable and hit F1 to continue or reboot computer. • Wrong cable plugged in, keyboard and mouse cables reversed. • Cable is defective; try...
Page 25 - Cable too long or wrong type. Use coax cable for high resolution.; Mouse does not move; Mouse translation set incorrectly.; Video not synchronized or wrong color; Call Rose Electronics Technical Support for instructions.
Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual 21 Video fuzzy • Cable too long or wrong type. Use coax cable for high resolution. Mouse does not move • The Vista is turned off after or not connected when CPU was booted or the application using the mouse was run. Exit and re-enter application or...
Page 26 - SERVICE; Maintenance and repair; Rose Electronics; Technical support
SERVICE 22 Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual Maintenance and repair This unit does not contain any internal user-serviceable parts. In the event a unit needs repair or maintenance, you must first obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number from Rose Electronics or an authorized repai...
Page 27 - SAFETY; Safety
SAFETY Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual 23 Safety This Vista switch has been tested for conformance to safety regulations and requirements, and has been certified for international use. Like all electronic equipment, the Vista switch should be used with care. To protect yourself f...
Page 28 - Safety and EMC regulatory statements; A WARNING in the manual denotes a hazard that can; CAUTION
24 Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual Safety and EMC regulatory statements Safety Information Documentation reference symbol. If the product is marked with this symbol, refer to the product documentation to get more information about the product. WARNING A WARNING in the manual deno...
Page 29 - Informations concernant la sécurité; WARNING
Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual 25 Safety and EMC regulatory statements Informations concernant la sécurité Symbole de référence à la documentation. Si le produit est marqué de ce symbole, reportez-vous à la documentation du produit afin d’obtenir des informations plus détaillées...
Page 30 - APPENDICES; Appendix A. Initial factory settings; Setting
APPENDICES 26 Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual Appendix A. Initial factory settings Setting Default Value Foreground Color White Background Color Blue X-position 45 Y-position 90 Fadeout Time 20 seconds Font 8 x 16 modern Screen Saver Fireflies Screen Saver Time 10 minutes Maximum...
Page 31 - Appendix B. Parts and cables; Supplemental Power Kit for 2/4PCA models
Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual 27 Appendix B. Parts and cables Vista Part Numbers Description KVM-2/4PCA 2/4-port w/PC connectors KVM-2/4UPH 2/4-port w/DB25 connectors KVM-2UPMH 2-port (1-PC, 1-MAC) DB25 connectors KVM-4UPMH 4-port (2-PC, 2-MAC) DB25 connectors Note: KVM2UPMH ha...
Page 32 - Rackmount Kits
28 Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual Rackmount Kits RM-UM19 Black anodized, for installation in 19" racks. RM-UM23 Black anodized, for installation in 23" racks. RM-UM24 Black anodized, for installation in 24" racks. Rm- UD-1 U Under desk mounting kit Appendix C. Genera...
Page 33 - Appendix D. Rack mount instructions; Two black anodized mounting brackets.
Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual 29 Appendix D. Rack mount instructions The optional rack mount kit includes the following items: § Two black anodized mounting brackets. § Four 6 - 32 x 3/8” flat head mounting screws. To rack mount your Vista switch, attach the two rack mounting b...
Page 34 - Appendix F. Typematic rate; Typematic Command
30 Vista KVM-Series Installation and Operations Manual Appendix F. Typematic rate Typematic Command Press the left <Ctrl> key, type “A”, enter the typematic value (1-3 digit) followed by <Enter>. The typematic value is determined from the following tables using the equation: Typematic Va...
