MASTER VIEW

CS-106

User's Manual

Table of Contents

1. Introduction

2. Specification

3. Installation

4. Operation

5. LED

6. DIP Switch

7. Troubleshooting

1. Introduction

Master View, a controller which allows a single user to control multiple computers from one Monitor/Keyboard/Mouse set. The CS-106 Master View provides the easiest and the most cost effective way to control multiple computers.

With the powerful features of Master View, anyone is capable of operating or testing lots of computers by a set of monitor, keyboard and mouse. Switching from one computer to the other is easily done by Hot Keys or button pressing. No program to install and no incompatibility problem, because the Master View intercepts the Hot Keys from the keyboard directly.

One Master View controls up to six computers. When cascaded, Master View may control up to 216 computers. A powerful auto-scan feature scans all operational computers one by one and stops upon user request. Master View is ideal for Server, Control Room, Testing, etc.

FEATURES

  • Supports SVGA, VGA, and Multisync Monitors.
  • Simple keystrokes or Push Buttons for PC Selection.
  • Buzzer Sound for Switching Confirmation.
  • No Software Required.
  • One Set of Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse of up to 216 PCs.
  • Cascadable up to 216 PCs.
  • Auto Scan and Manual Selection.
  • Keyboard Caps Lock, Num Lock, Scroll Lock states automatically saved and restored when switching among computers.
  • Scan mode automatically switches through power-on computers, scan rate is DIP switch selectable.
  • Save spaces, equipments, and power costs.
  • Easy Hot Keys control is compatible with normal keyboard operation.

    • 2. SPECIFICATION

     

    Function

    		 Specification
    Accessing PC Number 6
    PC Selected By

    Keyboard/Button

    LED

    1 ready LED, 6 Port Status LEDs

    Scan Interval

    3, 10, 20, and 40 Seconds

    Keyboard Connector

    5-Pin DIN

    Mouse Connector

    9-pin D Type Male/Female

    Monitor Connector

    15-pin D Type Female/Male

    Enclosure

    Metal

    Weight

    2050g

    Dimensions (LxWxH)

    254 x 180 x 82 (mm)

    Power consumption: DC 9V 450mA

    3. INSTALLATION

    CS-106 is cascadable up to three stages by DIP switch selection.

    1. One Stage:

    It enables one CS-106 to control up to six computers, as shown in figure A.

    Set the DIP switch to ON. Connect the monitor output, mouse port, and keyboard port of a computer to one of the CS-106's PC1~ PC6 ports by appropriate cables.

    Fig. A

    Fig A.

    2. Two Stages:

    It enables one (the first stage) CS-106 to control computers directly or by other cascade (the second stage) CS-106s indirectly as shown in fig B. The maximum number of computers under control is 36.

    Set the DIP switch 4 of the first stage CS-106 to ON and all the second stage CS-106's OFF.

    Fig. B

    Fig B.

    Computers may be connected to the first stage and second stage CS-106s. Connect the MONITOR, MOUSE, and KBD ports of the second stage CS-106 to one of the first stage CS-106's PC1 ~ PC6 ports by appropriate cables.

    3. Three Stages:

    Similar to the Two Stages operation, more computers can be controlled indirectly by the third stage CS-106s as shown in fig C. The maximum number of computers under control is 216.

    Set the DIP switch of the first stage CS-106 to ON, and all the second stages and third stage CS-106s to OFF.

    Fig C.

    Computers may be connected to the first stage, the second stage, or the third stage CS-106s. Connect the MONITOR, MOUSE, and KBD port of the third stage CS-106 to one of the second stage CS-106's PC1~ PC6 ports by appropriate cables. Likewise, from the second stage CS-106to the first stage CS-106.

    After connecting cables from computers to CS-106 and from one CS-106 to the other, you may connect a power adapter to each CS-106and turn on the Master View. The READY LED should be on when a Master View turns on, if not, check the power adapter.

    4. OPERATION

    You may access any computer by pressing the front panel SELECT BUTTON or the keyboard, and the CS-106 directs keyboard control, mouse control, and video image of that computer to you as if the computer were right next to you.

    1. By the front panel button:

    To select a computer connecting to a CS-106, you simply press front panel SELECT BUTTON of that CS-106 several times till the computer is selected when its corresponding LED turns on.

    2. By the keyboard:

    As shown below, Hot Keys are entered by pressing the 'Alt', 'Ctrl', and 'Shift' key simultaneously, release all, followed by the commands key(s), and end with the 'Enter' key.

    A. To start Scan mode:

    Press: Alt-Ctrl-Shift + 0 + Enter

    To stop Scan mode:

    Press: Space

    B. To Start Previous/ Next mode:

    Press: Alt-Ctrl-Shift + 9 + Enter

    To select previous port in Previous/Next mode:

    Press: left Shift

    To select next port in Previous/Next mode:

    Press: right Shift

    To stop Previous/Next mode:

    Press: Space

    C. To select a first-stage port directly:

    Alt-Ctrl-Shift # Enter

    To select a second-stage port directly:

    Alt-Ctrl-Shift # # Enter

    the 1st # selects a 1st-stage port

    the 2nd # selects a 2nd-stage port

    To select a third-stage port directly:

    Alt-Ctrl-Shift # # # Enter

    the 1st # selects a 1st-stage port

    the 2nd # selects a 2nd-stage port

    the 3rd # selects a 3rd-stage port

    # is a digit key between 1 and 6

     

    Actions taken by the CS-106

     
    Mode Results for correct Hot Keys Incorrect Hot Keys

    Scan
  • filters out the Hot Keys & Beeps once
  • scans powered-on computers one by one and flashes corresponding LED
  • scam rate is set by the DIP switches of the 1st stage CS-106
  • SPACE stops this mode

    • displays the keys

    Previous/Next
  • filters out the Hot Keys & beeps once
  • the right SHIFT key selects a higher numbered computer
  • the left SHIFT key selects a lower numbered computer
  • SPACE stops this mode

    • displays the keys

    Direct
  • Filters out the Hot Keys & beeps once for a ready port; otherwise beeps twice.
  • switch to the selected port

    • displays the keys

    5. LED

    There are one READY LED, six PORT STATUS LED's on the front panel. Their functions are:

    READY LED: Turns on when CS-106 has power.

    PORT STATUS LED: Are used to indicate variousCS-106 status.

    1. If a port of a CS-106 is not selected, its corresponding PORT STATUS LED is off.

    2. If a port is selected which connects to another CS-106,its corresponding PORT STATUS LED flashes:

    3. If a port is selected which connects to a computer, its corresponding PORT STATUS LED stays on.

    4. If a port is selected which connects to a computer under +/- mode, its corresponding PORT STATUS LED flashes:

    5. If a port is selected which connects to a computer under scan mode, its corresponding PORT STATUS LED flashes:

    The PORT STATUS

    : the PORT STATUS LED turns on.

    : the PORT STATUS LED turns off.

    6. DIP SWITCH

    1. For the first-stage *CS-106.

    DIP Switch Number -----Function

    --1--

    --2--

    --3--

    --4--

    ---Scan Time--

    ON

    ON

    X

    ON

    3 seconds

    OFF

    ON

    X

    ON

    10 seconds

    ON

    OFF

    X

    ON

    20 seconds

    OFF

    OFF

    X

    ON

    40 seconds

    2. For the second or third stage CS-106 all DIP switches are off.

    * The CS-106 connecting to a user keyboard is a first stage CS-106.

    7. TROUBLESHOOTING

     

    Symptom Causes To Do
    The first stage CS-106 does not take Hot Keys. Incorrect DIP switches settings. Set the first stage CS-106 DIP switch 4 to ON, all other CS-106s' switches OFF.
    Press Hot Keys gets no response. CS-106 operates in scan or in Previous/Next mode. Press the space bar to exit these modes before giving Hot Key commands.
    Press Hot Keys gets no response. The selected port connects to a power-off computer Change the port selection to a power-on computer.
    Press Hot Keys gets no response. Improper key-board reset. Unplug then plug the keyboard back to the connector.
    Press Hot Keys gets no response. Improper CS-106 reset. Turn off all CS-106s, wait for 5 seconds, and turn them on.
    Press Hot Keys gets no response. Improper CS-106 reset. Turn off all CS-106s, wait for 5 seconds, and turn them on.