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AdderView AdderView
MATRIX MP MATRIX MP
Installation and Use
Part Model
AVM208MP AdderView Matrix – 2 user ports and
8 computer ports
AVM216MP AdderView Matrix – 2 user ports and
16 computer ports
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About this manual AdderView MATRIX MP - Installation and Use First edition (October 2003) (c) 2003 Adder Technology Ltd. Part No. ADD0051/1 www.adder.com All rights reserved. Whilst every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, Adder Technology Ltd assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. We reserve the right to change the specifications, functions and circuitry
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replace it free of charge. No liability can be accepted for damage due to misuse or circumstances outside Adder’s control. Also Adder will not be responsible for any loss, damage or injury arising directly or indirectly from the use of this product. Adder’s total liability under the terms of this warranty shall in all circumstances be limited to the replacement value of this product. If any difficulty is experienced in the installation or use of this product that you are unable to resolve, pleas
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Contents 1. Introduction..................................................................................... 5 1.1 Key features and benefits ...................................................................... 7 1.2 AdderView MATRIX MP package contents............................................ 9 1.3 AdderView MATRIX MP rackmount kit for model 208............................ 9 1.4 AdderView MATRIX MP rackmount kit for model 216............................ 9 1.5 Product information ..........
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4. Using the AdderView MATRIX MP ............................................... 39 4.1 Rear panel special function switches ..................................................... 39 4.2 Power supply connections and indicators ............................................. 39 4.3 USER display and key switch................................................................. 39 4.4 COMPUTER display and key switch...................................................... 40 4.5 Activity indicators ........
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1. Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Adder AdderView MATRIX MP. Your AdderView MATRIX MP is a very high performance Keyboard, Video monitor and Mouse (KVM) sharing device which supports a wide range of computer hardware and software platforms. The AdderView MATRIX MP supports multiple users and enables each user to independently access the connected computers. The AdderView MATRIX MP is a multi-platform KVM switch that is designed for controlling computers that have different styles of k
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Adder explains: What does KVM stand for? Throughout this manual the abbreviation KVM is used to refer to the combination of a Keyboard, Video monitor and Mouse that is used to access a computer. A KVM console usually consists of a keyboard, monitor and mouse although sometimes only a keyboard and monitor may be used. Devices such as the AdderView MATRIX MP are generally known as KVM sharers or KVM switches. What is a multi-platform KVM switch? Multi-platform KVM switches enable you to connect to
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1.1 Key features and benefits Enables many computers to be independently controlled by two users. Enables desktop and laptop PCs, Sun (USB), Sun (8-pin), Mac (USB), SGI, Alpha and RS/6000 computers to be controlled from a common KVM console. USB keyboard and mouse support enables KVM console devices to be chosen that are the most appropriate for multi-platform control (keyboards and mice for all the main computer types are available in USB format). On-screen menu allows computers to be selected
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Support for up to 16 user access profiles and 512 named computers. The colours and position of the OSD menu may be changed by each user. OSD routing status window shows the computers that are currently being controlled by the KVM consoles. Supports three computer control modes - Exclusive, Shared and Video Only. Optional small-sized reminder banner permanently confirms the selected computer. Compact 1U (model 208) and 2U (model 216) cases may be neatly fitted under a monitor or fixed into a
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Auto-scan list feature enables scanning of selected computers. 1.2 AdderView MATRIX MP package contents AdderView MATRIX MP. Power supply suitable for your country. 6 x stick on self-adhesive rubber feet. A CD-ROM containing this manual (in PDF format). 1.3 AdderView MATRIX MP rackmount kit for model 208 (part code RMK1) 2 x mounting brackets for fixing the unit into a 19 inch rack. 4 x screws for fixing mounting brackets to AdderView MATRIX MP. 1.4 AdderView MATRIX MP rackmount kit for m
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1.5 Product information Fig. 1 - AdderView MATRIX MP 208 and 216 models viewed from the front AdderView MATRIX MP Installation and Use Page 10
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Fig. 2 - AdderView MATRIX MP 208 and 216 models viewed from the rear AdderView MATRIX MP Installation and Use Page 11
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2. Installation Adder explains: Flexible configuration The AdderView MATRIX MP has many ports for connection to computers, keyboards, mice and monitors. There are no restrictions placed upon which ports are connected to devices and you can leave any of the ports disconnected if you wish. You do not need to connect a keyboard, monitor and mouse to each user port if you do not wish to use all of these. You may perhaps decide to connect just a keyboard and monitor or you may decide to connect to ju
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- PC PS/2 or RS232 two button mouse driver (any manufacturer). - Microsoft mouse driver (including IntelliMouse). - Logitech mouse driver (including two button, three button and wheel mouse). You may also need one or more of the following adapters. These adapters may be obtained from your AdderView MATRIX MP supplier and other good retailers. Video adapter - 13W3 male connector to 15 pin D-type connector (Adder part code: VSA7) If you have a Sun computer with an older style 13W3 video connecto
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connect. This will avoid the need to use key combinations to create any missing keys (e.g. the Stop, Again, Props and Undo keys for Sun systems). Sun keyboards have more keys than standard PC keyboards which have more keys than Mac keyboards and so if you are controlling a mixture of computers that include any Suns you are recommended to use a Sun keyboard. A USB mouse. The AdderView supports most ‘Internet / scroll mice’ that are compatible with the Microsoft IntelliMouse and Sun and Mac mice
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Figure 3 - AdderView MATRIX MP cables. See appendix A for part codes and ordering information To connect PCs with serial mouse connections and AT style keyboard connections use the PC cable together with the adapters specified in appendix A. If you have an existing 6-pin mini-DIN to 9-pin serial adapter that came with a mouse it may not be suitable for use with the AdderView as there are several different standard wiring configurations for these adapters. AdderView MATRIX MP Installation and Use
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To connect Sun computers with older style 13W3 video connections you will need to use the Sun cable together with a 13W3 to 15 way D-type video adapter. The AdderView is now ready for connection to the mains using the mains power adapter supplied. It is important to apply power to the AdderView first, then power on the monitor and each of the computers in turn. Failure to switch the AdderView and computers on in the correct order can lead to the mouse and/or keyboard not being recognised by the
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AdderView emulates Microsoft compatible serial, IntelliMouse and PS/2 mice, so ensure that your PC software is configured for a Microsoft mouse of the correct type. Refer to the list of supported drivers in section 2.1. 2.5 Structuring your AdderView MATRIX MP installation A single AdderView MATRIX MP 216 may be used to manage and control up to 16 computers (see figure 4). For larger numbers of computers, MATRIX MP units may be cascaded in a tree structure with AdderView MATRIX products to for
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number of KVM links that you install defines the number of simultaneous uses that are supported. The MATRIX MP unit should be used as the master (i.e. at the top of the tree). All other levels should be MATRIX products. Keep all cascade cables as short as possible. The video quality is maximised by using the shortest possible total cable run from computer to KVM. If you are making multiple cascade links then ensure that the cables are approximately the same length. You must choose groups
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The following diagrams show some typical AdderView MATRIX MP installations. Fig. 4 - A typical installation using a single AdderView MATRIX MP 208 AdderView MATRIX MP Installation and Use Page 19
