ATEN GCS102U MiniView™ USB KVMP Kit w/Cables User manual

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Packing List & System Requirements

This complete IOGEAR MiniView TM package consists of:

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One MiniView

TM

: USB KVM switch

• Two or four USB A-B cables

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Two or four VGA cables

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One DC 5V Power Adapter

• One User Manual & Quick Setup Guide

Please check to make sure that all components are included and nothing is damaged. If you discover a problem, please contact your dealer. Before connecting your MiniView

TM

, read the manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully in order to prevent any damage to the unit and/or any devices it connects to.

System Requirements:

Any PC or Macintosh computer with:

An available USB port

A USB-compliant operating system

(Windows 95 OSR 2.0, Windows 98, Windows

2000, MacOS 8.1 or later)

A standard HDB-15 video adapter

Introduction ……...…………...……... 01

Features ………………………………... 02

Specifications ………………….……… 03

Component Overview ….…..………… 04

Front View

Back View ………………………………….. 06

Installation …………………………..… 08

Connection Diagram …..…………..… 09

Operation ………………...…………..… 10

Manual Port Selection

Auto Scan Mode

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Appendix A ……………………………… 12

Troubleshooting

Appendix B ……………………………… 13

Contacting IOGEAR

Appendix C ……………………………….

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Radio & TV Interference Statement

Limited Warranty

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a MiniView

TM

: USB KVM switch, a revolutionary new KVM design from IOGEAR.

Recognizing the importance of USB for small office & home office users, we’ve combined four downstream

USB ports and a standard HDB-15 video port into a single KVM switch that fits right on your desktop. Now you can use the MiniView TM : USB to share a monitor and four

USB devices between two (G-CS102U) and four (G-

CS104U) computers. Connect a USB keyboard, USB mouse and two other USB devices – any USB devices.

Scanners, Zip Drives, Printers and all other USB compliant devices will work with the MiniView

TM

: USB. If four

USB devices aren’t enough, connect a USB hub to one of the shared ports and expand your USB capacity. Because the MiniView TM : USB is platform-independent, you can use it with Macs and PCs. Your only limitation is the software support for your USB peripherals. Rest assured, though, that if your peripherals will work with a

Mac and a PC, they’ll work with the MiniView TM : USB as well. We sincerely hope you enjoy using your new MiniView TM : USB. If you have any questions or comments regarding this product, or any other IOGEAR products, please feel free to contact us. Full contact information is available on the Contacting IOGEAR page in this manual.

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• Use one keyboard, monitor and mouse to control between two and four PCs.

Share four USB devices among attached computers.

USB 1.1 compliance ensures full compatibility with your USB devices.

Operating System-independent operation.

Connected PC’s can be added or removed from the setup without powering off the KVM switch.

Plug-n-Play monitor support.

Miniview

TM

switches support video resolutions up to

1920 x 1440.

No software required.

Built in Auto Scan mode.

Buffering technology prevents system failure.

LEDs allow for easy status monitoring.

Saves space, power, and equipment costs.

Trim-line, compact design for easy use.

Uses standard connectors to connect PC’s.

3 Year Limited Warranty.

Specifications

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P C C o n n e c t o r s

V i d e o R e s o l u t i o n

A u t o S c a n I n t e r v a l

P o w e r C o n s u m p t i o n

H o u s i n g

O p e r a t i n g T e m p e r a t u r e

S t o r a g e T e m p e r a t u r e

H u m i d i t y

W e i g h t

D i m e n s i o n s ( L x W x H )

H o t K e y s / P o r t S e l e c t i o n B u t t o n

P o r t S e l e c t e d

M o n i t o r H D B 1 5 V G A ( F )

U S B T y p e A ( D o w n s t r e a m )

M o n i t o r H D B 1 5 V G A ( M )

U S B T y p e B ( U p s t r e a m )

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3 o r 1 5 s e c o n d s

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Front View:

1 Selected LEDs

These LEDs indicate the currently selected port.

2 Auto Scan LED

The Auto Scan LED flashes when Auto Scan Mode is in effect.

3 Port Selection Switch

The Port Selection Switch is located on the front panel, just opposite the Select Arrow on the front panel. Press this push button to cycle among the connected computers. The Selected LED on the front panel lights to indicate which port is selected.

4. On-Line LEDs

These LEDs indicate that a computer is properly connected to the switch, powered on and operational.

5. Auto Scan Switch

This push button toggles Auto Scan Mode for the

MiniView

TM

: USB.

Overview...

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Rear View

1.) Console Video Connector

Connect your monitor here.

2.) Power Jack

If you choose to use an external DC 5V power adapter, connect it here.

3.) Scan Time Selection Switch

This slide switch selects the amount of time the

MiniView TM : USB will monitor each port (3 or 15 seconds) when Auto Scan Mode is enabled.

4.) Downstream USB Ports

Connect your USB keyboard, USB mouse and two other

USB devices here.

5.) Upstream USB Ports

These Upstream ports connect to your Mac or PC to provide the necessary connection between the MiniView

TM

:

USB and the computer.

6.) PC Video Ports

These video ports connect to your iMac, G3/G4 or PC to provide the necessary connection between the MiniView TM :

USB and the computer.

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Installation

Before you begin, make sure that power to your computers and peripherals (monitor, scanner, etc.) is turned off.

1.) Connect your monitor to the Console Video Port on the

MiniView

TM

: USB.

2.) Connect your USB peripherals to the USB Downstream

Ports on the MiniView TM : USB. Make sure you have a USB keyboard and mouse at the very least.

3.) If you choose to use an external 5V power adapter, plug the adapter into an AC source, then plug the adapter cable into the Power Jack on the MiniView

TM

: USB.

4.) Use the video extender cables to connect the

MiniView TM : USB’s video ports to the video ports on the corresponding computers.

5.) Use the USB A-B cables to connect the Upstream Ports on the MiniView TM : USB to available Downstream USB ports on your computers.

Note: The MiniView TM : USB defaults to Port 1 when powered-on. If the computer attached to Port 1 is inactive, the monitor will be blank so it may appear as if the unit is not functioning. This is not the case. Simply press the Port Selection Switch (located on the front panel), to switch to an active computer on one of the other ports.

Connection Diagram

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Operation

Note: The drivers for some USB devices may need to be un-initialized before you disconnect the device, or the system may crash. When you switch computers with the Port

Selection Switch or Auto Scan Mode, it is the equivalent of disconnecting the device. Therefore, if you are experiencing problems when switching ports, please make sure you un-initialize the drivers for your USB devices before switching ports or enabling Auto Scan Mode.

Manual Port Selection

Controlling the computers in your MiniView

TM

: USB installation couldn’t be easier. Simply press the Port Selection button on the MiniView

TM

’s front panel until the computer you wish to access is selected.

Operation...

Auto Scan Mode

The MiniView TM : USB Auto Scan feature automatically switches among the attached computers at regular intervals (3 or 15 seconds), so that you can monitor their activity without having to take the trouble of switching ports yourself.

To invoke Auto Scan Mode, simply press the Auto Scan button (located on the MiniView TM ’s front panel). The Auto

Scan LED will then flash to indicate that Auto Scan Mode is enabled.

To turn Auto Scan Mode Off, press the Auto Scan button again. The Auto Scan LED will stop flashing when Auto Scan Mode is no longer in effect.

Note: While Auto Scan Mode is in effect, neither the keyboard nor the mouse will function. You must turn off

Auto Scan Mode in order to be able to use the console.

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Troubleshooting

Note: The drivers for some USB devices need to be uninitialized before you disconnect the device, or the system may crash. When you switch computers with the Port

Selection Switch, it is the equivalent of disconnecting the device. Therefore, if you are experiencing problems when switching ports, please make sure you un-initialize the drivers for your USB devices before switching.

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Appendix B

Contacting IOGEAR

In the event that your MiniView TM fails to function properly, or you wish to contact us for any other reason, here are a few ways to do so.

IOGEAR

16560 Aston Street

Irvine, CA 92606

Phone: (949) 250-1260

Toll Free: (888) 999-2836

Fax: (949) 250-1262

www.iogear.com

[email protected]

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Appendix C

Radio & TV Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply within 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 instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. There is no guarantee, however, that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

Limited Warranty

IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABIL-

ITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE

USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK OR IT’S DOCUMENTA-

TION EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT.

The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims it’s quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose.

The direct vendor also reserves the right to revise or update the device or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity of such revisions, or updates.

For further inquiries please contact your direct vendor.