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KV9804A
NETWORKSERVICES
ServSwitch™ Wizard DP USB
Share a high resolution DisplayPort video display,
stereo audio, USB keyboard, mouse and two other
USB devices between up to four systems.
You can switch peripherals in unison or mix them separately between the
systems to suit your immediate needs.
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ServSwitch™ Wizard DP USB Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks, and ServSwitch is a trademark, of BB Technologies, Inc. Mac is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Linux is registered trademark of Linus Torvalds. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. NetWare is a registered trademark of Novell, Inc. Sun is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. Unix is a registered trademark of UNIX System Laboratories, Inc.
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FCC and IC RFI Statements Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada Radio Frequency Interference Statements This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause inter ference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15
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ServSwitch™ Wizard DP USB Instrucciones de Seguridad (Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement) 1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura. 3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas. 4. T odas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas. 5.
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Table of Contents Contents 1. Specifications ............................................................................................................................... ............................................... 6 1.1 What‘s Included ................................................................................................................................................................ 6 1.2 Additional Items You May Need ............................................................
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ServSwitch™ Wizard DP USB 1. Specifications Approvals: CE, FCC Hardware Compatibility: All computers with DisplayPort video interfaces and USB ports Software Compatibility: Operates with all known software and operating systems including Windows®, Linux®, Unix®, BSD, all Sun® OS, all Mac® OS, NetWare®, etc. Connectors: Video: DisplayPort sockets x 4 USB: USB Type A x 4 USB Type B x 4 Audio: 3.5mm jack Other: 10p10c options jack Power jack Operating Temperature: 32 to 104°F (0
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Chapter 2: Overview 2. Overview Thank you for choosing the ServSwitch™ Wizard DP USB (KV9804A) which offers high quality video switching (DisplayPort 1.1 compliant) together with individual sharing of peripherals between up to four computers. The KVM, speakers and two separate USB devices attached to the Wizard DP USB unit can either be switched in unison, as nor- mal, or you can mix your peripherals between any of the systems to suit your current tasks. For instance, you could be creating e
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ServSwitch™ Wizard DP USB 2.1 Wizard DP USB features The Wizard DP USB unit is housed within durable, metallic enclosure with all connectors situated at the rear panel. The smart front face features the control buttons and the operation indicators. COMPUTER KVM SPK USB1 USB2 MODE ServSwitchW ™ izardDPUSB BL AC K BO XD ESKT OP KV MS WI TC H COMPUTER button Indicators MODE button Press to change to the The four indicators (KVM, SPK, USB1, USB2) show Press to determine which next computer channel
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USER USER UUSB SB 11 CONSOLE CONSOLE 1 4 5V USB 2 USB 2 2.5A UUSB2.0 SB2.0 OPTIONS SSWITCHED WITCHED Chapter 3: Installation 3. Installation 3.1 Mounting the modules – desk or rack The Wizard DP USB unit can be situated on a desk or alternatively, for larger installations, mounted within an optional rack mount chassis. Note: Both the Wizard DP USB unit and its power supply generate heat when in operation and will become warm to the touch. Do not enclose them or place them in locations where ai
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USER USER CONSOLE CONSOLE 5V 2.5A OPTIONS UUSB SB 11 1 UUSB SB 22 USB2.0 USB2.0 SSWITCHED WITCHED ServSwitch™ Wizard DP USB 3.2 Connections Connections do not need to be carried out in the order given within this guide, however, where possible connect the power in as a final step. 3.2.1 User console The ports that make up the user console are where you attach the peripherals that will be shared between the computer systems. Ensure that power is disconnected from the Wizard DP USB unit. 3.2.1.
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USER USER CONSO CONSOLE LE 5V 2.5A OPTIONS USER USER CO CONSO NSOLE LE 5V 2.5A OPTIONS Chapter 3: Installation 4 Video monitor: Attach the DisplayPort lead from the video monitor to the connector within the user console area. Figure 3-4. Connecting the video monitor to the DisplayPort socket 5 Audio: Where required, connect the lead from your speakers to the audio socket. Figure 3-5. Connecting speakers to the audio socket 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 11 INDOOR USE ONLY INDOOR USE
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UUSB SB 11 2 1 UUSB SB 22 USB2.0 USB2.0 SSWITCHED WITCHED UUSB SB 11 2 1 USB 2 USB 2 USB2.0 USB2.0 SSWITCHE WITCHEDD ServSwitch™ Wizard DP USB 3.2.2 Computer connections Each computer system is connected to the Wizard DP USB using up to three cables. 3.2.2.1 Connecting a computer system 1 Ensure that power is disconnected from the Wizard DP USB unit and the system to be connected. 2 Use a USB cable (type-A to type-B) to link a USB port on the computer system to the USB port of the required cha
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USER USER CONSOLE CONSOLE 4 5V 2.5A OPTIONS Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.3 Power connection The Wizard DP USB unit is supplied with a 12.5W power adapter. There is no on/off switch on the unit, so operation begins as soon as a power adapter is connected. 3.2.3.1 Connecting the power adapter 1 Attach the output lead from the power adapter to the 5V socket on the rear panel of the unit. Figure 3-8. Connecting the power adapter to the Wizard DP USB Note: Both the unit and its power supply generat
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USER USER CONSOL CONSOLE E 4 OPTIONS ServSwitch™ Wizard DP USB 3.2.4 Optional remote control The optional remote control unit can be used to provide direct push button access to any channel from your desktop. The remote control is supplied with a 3 metre cable that is used to link with the OPTIONS port on the rear panel of the unit. 3.2.4.1 Connecting the optional remote control 1 Connect either end of the supplied cable to the socket at the rear of the remote control. Figure 3-10. Conne
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Chapter 3: Installation 3.3 Synchronizing multiple units Two Wizard DP USB units can be connected together so that they operate in a synchronized manner. Whenever an Wizard DP USB channel is switched, it sends an RS232 command out on its serial interface (marked OPTIONS on the rear panel). An Wizard DP USB unit will switch its channel if it receives the same command on its serial interface. Consequently, by linking the serial interfaces, a master unit may be made to automatically switch one o
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USER USER CONSOL CONSOLE E 4 OPTIONS ServSwitch™ Wizard DP USB 3.4 Channel switching by external control The OPTIONS port featured on every Wizard DP USB allows external control of the current channel either by the optional RC4 controller, commands sent via RS-232 serial input or by switching one of the four channel select input lines. For more details about the necessary RS-232 serial cable, see A.1 Cable pin-outs. 3.4.1 OPTIONS port pinout The OPTIONS port can accept either 8p8c or 10p10c co
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Chapter 3: Installation 3.4.2 Control by RS-232 serial Where the external control is via RS-232 signal, ensure that the configuration menu option is set to or to enable RS-232 control. 3.4.2.1 Serial port parameter settings Ensure that the chosen serial port is configured to the following: • Baud rate: To match setting of option in the Configuration menu • Data bits: 8 • Stop bit: 1 • Parity: None 3.4.2.2 Serial port channel selection codes ASCII Character Hex Decimal • Channel 1
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ServSwitch™ Wizard DP USB 4. Configuration 4.1 Using the configuration menu Enter the OPTIONS port Baud rate menu (default) The configuration mode allows you to determine numerous aspects 1200 38400 2400 57600 of the Wizard DP USB unit capabilities. 9600 115200 19200 Enter the Functions menu Show current firmware version Reset configuration to factory defaults ( is displayed momentarily) Enter the Hotkey menu (default) Ctrl + Alt Alt Ctrl + Shift Left Ctrl + Alt Alt + Shift
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Chapter 4: Configuration 4.2 General configuration 4.2.1 Changing hotkeys Wizard DP USB units use and as their standard hotkeys. These can be changed if they clash with other software or hard- ware within the installation. 4.2.1.1 To change the hotkeys 1 Enter the Configuration menu. 2 Press to enter the Hotkey menu and then press either: to choose Ctrl + Alt to choose Ctrl + Shift to choose Alt + Shift to choose Right Alt 3 Press to accept the setting and return to the main me
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ServSwitch™ Wizard DP USB 4.2.4 OPTIONS port channel control behavior You can determine how the OPTIONS port responds to channel control inputs. 4.2.4.1 To define the OPTIONS port behavior 1 Enter the Configuration menu. 2 Press to enter the Options port menu and then press either: to allow channel switching commands to be received via RS-232 serial signal through the OPTIONS port. The baud rate cur- rently set by the option will be used for the port. Switching commands via the four channe
