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Tripp Lite World Headquarters
1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA
(773) 869-1234, www.tripplite.com
User’s Manual
KVM CONSOLE EXTENDER
Model #: B013-000
NOTE: Follow these installation and operating procedures to ensure correct performance and to prevent
damage to this unit or to its connected devices.
Copyright © 2000 Tripp Lite. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Technical specifications are subject to change without notice.
2001-02-05
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Overview Because the B013-000 Console Extender System allows access to a computer system from a remote console (keyboard, monitor, and mouse), it is perfect for factory and construction sites, or any type of installation where the console needs to be kept in a conveniently accessible location, but you want the system equipment to reside in a safe place - away from dust, dirt, and harsh environmental influences. The B013-000 System is also useful for control and security purposes, where you can h
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Features l Uses Inexpensive, Reliable, Category 5 STP Ethernet Cable to Connect the Local and Remote Units l Dual Console Operation - Control Your System From Both the Local and Remote PS/2 Keyboard, Mouse, and Monitor Consoles l Push Button Selection of the Active Console l High Resolution Video - Up To 1024 x 768 @ 150 m (max.) l Supports VGA, SVGA, and Multisync Monitors l Local Monitor Supports DDC; DDC2; DDC2B l Automatic Gain Control System Requirements Consoles l A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync
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PCs The following equipment must be installed on each PC that is to be connected to the system: With PS/2 Type Connectors: A VGA, SVGA or Multisync card. A 6-pin mini-DIN mouse port A 6-pin mini-DIN keyboard port With AT Type Connectors: A VGA, SVGA or Multisync card. A DB-9 (standard serial), mouse port plus mouse adapter (part # 2A-105).* A 5-pin DIN (standard AT), keyboard port plus keyboard adapt- er (part # 2A-106).* * Not included - requires separate purchase. Cables l Although
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CONSOLE Components The Local Unit (B013-000 Local) Front View: 1 2 3 4 7 5 6 1. Operating Mode Selection Switch Pressing this button cycles you through the operating mode choices: Local - only the local console can control the system(s); Auto - both consoles can control the system(s)). 2. LEDs The Local Unit has two LEDs to indicate the operating status of the Local and Remote units (see p. 8, for details). 3. Mouse Port The local PS/2 mouse plugs into this connector. 4. Keyboard Port The lo
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CPU 6. Remote I/O The Category 5 twisted pair cable that connects to the Remote Unit plugs into this connector. 7. Power Jack The cable from the AC Power Adapter plugs into this jack. The Local Unit (B013-000 Local) Rear View 1 2 3 1. Monitor Port The extension cable that connects to the computer’s VGA port plugs into this connector. 2. Keyboard Port The extension cable that connects to the computer’s Keyboard port plugs into this connector. 3. Mouse Port The extension cable that connects to the
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CONSOLE The Remote Unit (B013-000 Remote) Front View 1 2 3 6 4 5 1. LEDs The Remote Unit has two LEDs (Power and On Line) to indicate the operating status of the Local and Remote units (see p. 8, for details). 2. Mouse Port The remote PS/2 mouse plugs into this connector. 3. Keyboard Port The remote PS/2 keyboard plugs into this connector. 4. Monitor Port The remote monitor plugs into this connector. 5. Remote I/O The Category 5 twisted pair cable that connects back to the Local Unit plugs into
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Installation Setting up the Console Extender System is simply a matter of plugging in the cables: 1. Make sure that all the equipment to be connected up is powered Off. 2. Plug the cables from the local console devices (mouse, keyboard, monitor), into their ports on the Console side of the Local Unit (B013-000 Local). 3. Plug the appropriate connectors on the KVM extension cable supplied with this unit into the CPU side of the B013-000 Local. Each connector is marked with an appropriate icon to
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Operation The Local and Remote Units each have two LEDs to indicate their operating status, as shown in the tables, below: B013-000 Local (Local Unit): Operating Mode LED Local Auto Local Lights to indicate that the 1. Lights when the local console is local console is active active (the Remote LED is out) (the Remote LED is out). 2. Turns off when the remote console is active (the Remote LED turns on) 3. Flashes on and off alternately with the Remote LED when neither console is active. Remote T
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Appendix Troubleshooting Symptom Action No Video Make sure that all cables are securely plugged into their sockets. TP Wiring Diagram PAIR 3 PAIR 2 PAIR 1 PAIR 4 1 2 34 56 78 W-O O W-G Bl W-Bl G W-Br Br JACK POSITIONS T568B AT&T 258A TP Pin Assignments Pin Assignment 1 V OUT B 2 /V OUT B 3 V OUT G 4 V OUT R 5 /V OUT R 6 /V OUT G 7 /DO 8 DO - 10 - 2001-02-05
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Specifications Function B013-000 Local B013-000 Remote Connectors Keyboard 2 x 6 pin mini-DIN female 6 pin mini-DIN female Mouse 2 x 6 pin mini-DIN female 6 pin mini-DIN female Monitor 1 x 15 pin HDB male 1 x 15 pin HDB female 1 x 15 pin HDB female 8P8C Jack Unit To Unit LEDs 1 Local 1 Power On 1 Remote 1 On Line N/A Function Keys Local/Auto Select button Cable Length 150m [500’] (max.) 1024 x 768; DDC; DDC2; DDC2B* Video Resolution Power Consumption AC 9V 300mA (max.) Housing Plastic Weight 300
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PREVENTING RADIO & TV INTERFERENCE Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. However, ther
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