1U 17” & 19” Rackmount LCD Console
with 8 & 16 Port KVM Switch
RACKCONS1708
RACKCONS1716
RACKCONS1908
RACKCONS1916
RKCONS1708GB
RKCONS1716GB
RKCONS1908GB
RKCONS1916GB
RKCONS1708EU
RKCONS1916EU
*actual product may vary from photos
DE: Bedienungsanleitung - de.startech.com
FR: Guide de l'utilisateur - fr.startech.com
ES: Guía del usuario - es.startech.com
IT: Guida per l'uso - it.startech.com
NL: Gebruiksaanwijzing - nl.startech.com
PT: Guia do usuário - pt.startech.com
Manual Revision: 03/28/2012
Table of Contents
Introduction............................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1
Installation and Usage...........................................................................2
Hardware Guide......................................................................................................................................... 2
Connecting the Console/Module.........................................................6
Connecting computers to the module ...............................................8
Module Operation..................................................................................13
Specifications..........................................................................................21
Technical Support ..................................................................................22
Warranty Information............................................................................22
Instruction Manual
i
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com LCD Rack Console with KVM. This product
combines an LCD Console with 17”monitor, with a 16-port KVM switch, allowing you to
manage multiple computers using an integrated keyboard, mouse, and TFT screen that
slides into a compact 1U of rack space when not in use.
Packaging Contents
•
•
•
•
•
1x 1U LCD Rack Console Drawer
1x 1U Multi-Platform KVM Switch
1x Mounting Rails - Set
1x Mounting Brackets
1x Power Adapter
Instruction Manual
1
Installation and Usage
Hardware Guide
Side Rails with Front and Rear Brackets (2)
Mounting Brackets (2)
Keys (2)
Screw Kit
Please note: RACKCONS1716 is comprised of two distinct components - a
Rackmountable Console and a Rackmountable KVM Module, as illustrated
below. The two devices are attached via a Centronics connector on the Rear
panel of the Console and similarly the front panel of the Module.
Module - Rear Panel
Module - Front Panel
Instruction Manual
2
Console - Front View (open)
Mounting the Console
1. Loosen the rear screws (pre-installed in side rails) and adjust the
length of the rear bracket to fit the depth of your cabinet:
2. Install the rail into the cabinet:
Instruction Manual
3
3. Tighten the screws that were loosened in Step 1:
4. Install the remaining rail, repeating Steps 1-3.
5. Slide the Module onto the Console side rails, connecting the Module and
Console using the male Centronics connector provided by the Console, and the
female Centronics connector provided by the Module. Ensure the connection is
secure, and that the module is firmly seated within the Console side rails.
6. Gently, but firmly insert the Console (with Module attached) into the left and
right rails:
7. Unlock the console, and pull the left and right rail-lock switches towards you
simultaneously, and hold them in this position while pushing the console into
the cabinet:
Rail Lock Switch
Instruction Manual
4
1. Install three screws on each side of the console:
2. Installation is now complete:
Instruction Manual
5
Connecting the Console/Module
To connect the KVM Console/Module to a computer, perform the following steps:
1. Remove the four screws from both sides of the KVM console. Be sure to retain
these screws for the next installation step.
2. Attach the mounting brackets to both sides of the KVM console, using the screws
removed in step 1.
Instruction Manual
6
3. From the rear of the cabinet, slide the KVM console onto the mounting rails.
4. Install one screw on each side of the console (as depicted below).
Instruction Manual
7
Connecting computers to the module
Attach each of your managed computers to your StarView KVM console’s PC ports
using ultra-thin KVM cables. The Module is capable of using either 2-in-1 USB or 3-in-1
PS/2 cables. Use the cables to connect one of the PC ports on the back of the switch to
the computer’s keyboard, mouse, and video ports. Note: These instructions are for a
single KVM switch only.
Following this, plug the 12V DC power adapter into the power port on the KVM
module, and turn on the computers that will be controlled by the console.
Please Note: After the initial power up, you can hot-plug additional computers or
slave KVM switches without having to power down your KVM.
Cascade Configuration
You can connect a second level of KVMs to one or more of your Master KVM console’s
PC ports. The KVM switches connected to the Master console are known as Slaves.
Once connected, the KVM switches will automatically configure themselves as either
Masters or Slaves.You can only connect an equal or “smaller”KVM to the Master KVM.
For example, a 16-port Master KVM switch can have both 16-port and 8-port slaves. An
8-port Master KVM switch can only have 8-port (or fewer) KVM slaves.
The 16-port KVM can support 136 computers, with 8 16-port Slave KVMs, each
connected to 16 computers. The Slave KVM’s must be connected to the 1~8 ports, not
the A~H ports.
To cascade your KVMs, use a 3-in-1 PS/2 KVM cable to connect one of your Master
switch’s PC ports to the Slave switch’s console ports. When turning on your cascaded
switches, turn on the Master switch before turning on any of the others.
Instruction Manual
8
Turning on the console
Make sure the power cord and all cables are connected properly. Grasp the handle of
the drawer, pull the panel forward and up, then press the pushbutton in the top right
hand corner to enable the TFT screen.
The LED located to the left of the monitor panel should turn from orange to green,
verifying that the unit is operational.
Configuring display settings
After connecting the drawer and turning on your computer, you may need to
configure one or more of the following display settings to allow the computer to
display according to the console’s native resolution:
•
•
•
Display mode (also called desktop area or video resolution)
Refresh rate (also called vertical scan rate or vertical sync)
Color depth (also called color palette or number of colors)
Each video card has several controls that allow you to adjust the display settings,
however, the software and driver for each video card is unique. In most cases, you
can adjust these settings using a program or utility provided by the manufacturer of
the video card. Most video cards use the Windows Display Properties control panel
to configure the display. To open the Windows Display Properties, click the right
mouse button in a blank area of the Windows desktop and then select Properties.
The Settings tab usually lets you change the Color Palette and the Desktop Area (X
by Y pixel resolution).
Some video cards integrate additional features into the Windows Display Properties
control panel, giving you extra setup options that are flexible and easy to use.
For example, the control panel may include an Advanced Properties button, an
Adjustment tab, or a Refresh tab for changing other settings. Other video cards
have a separate utility for setting display properties.
Whenever you change the resolution, color, or refresh rate, the image size, position,
or shape may change. This behavior is normal.You can readjust the image using
the monitor on-screen controls. For more information on configuring the display
settings, please refer to the manual that accompanied your video card.
Instruction Manual
9
Testing the console
1. To test that the console is working properly, perform the following steps:
2. Power up the LCD Rack drawer, and then turn on your computer.
3. Make sure the video image is centered within the screen area. Use the OSD controls
to adjust the image (see Panel controls and OSD functions) or press the Auto button
on the right hand side of the monitor.
Note: You can adjust the horizontal and vertical position, contrast, and brightness
to better suit your video card and your personal preference.Before you begin, make
sure that power to all of the devices you will be connecting to the console have been
turned off. To prevent damage to your installation due to ground potential difference,
make sure that all of the devices being installed are properly grounded. Once all
peripherals have been connected, please power them on.
Panel controls and OSD functions
The following controls are located on the console monitor:
Auto tune
Press the Auto tune button. The panel will adjust the display size automatically and
also tune the panel to its optimized state.
Controls
Descriptions
Soft power on/off. Adjacent LED is lit when on
Auto-synchronize and scale down display to any valid factory
preset timings
Auto
Up
Press to scroll to the function you want to adjust.
Press to scroll to the function you want to adjust
Down
To access the main menu. This button also acts as the Enter
button.
Menu
Instruction Manual
10
Input Source
1. Press the Menu button.
2. Use the Down and Up buttons to scroll.
3. Press the Menu button to enter, and you will see: VGA/DVI
4. Use the Down and Up buttons to select the input signal source.
5. Press the Menu button to save your selection.
Brightness
1. Press the Menu button.
2. Use the Down and Up buttons to scroll to Brightness.
3. Press the Menu button to enter.
4. Use the Down and Up buttons to adjust the brightness of the display.
5. Press the Menu button to save your selection.
Contrast
1. Press the Menu button.
2. Use the Down and Up buttons to scroll to Contrast.
3. Press the Menu button to enter.
4. Use the Down and Up buttons to adjust the contrast of the display.
5. Press the Menu button to save your selection.
Color
1. Press the Menu button.
2. Use the Down and Up button to scroll.
3. Highlight Color, and press the Menu button to enter.
4. Use the Down and Up buttons to adjust the contrast of the display.
5. Press the Menu button to save your selection.
6. Please see chart on following page:
Instruction Manual
11
Color - Cont’d
Icon
Description
9300°K
To set CIE coordinates at 9300°K color
To set CIE coordinates at 7500°K color
To set CIE coordinates at 6500°K color
To set user defined CIE
7500°K
6500°K
User
Auto color
Return
To auto adjust color
To exit and return to the previous page
Position
1. Press the Menu button.
2. Use the Down and Up buttons to scroll.
3. Highlight Position and press the Menu button to enter, which will launch the
following screen:
4. Use the Down and Up buttons to scroll.
5. Press the Menu button to save your selection.
Language
Icon
Description
Image Pos
OSD Pos
Return
To adjust the position of the image
To adjust the position of the OSD
To exit and return to the previous page
1. Press the Menu button.
2. Use the Down and Up buttons to scroll.
3. Highlight Language, and press the Menu button to select, which will launch the
following screen:
4. Use the Down and Up buttons to scroll, and highlight the preferred language.
5. Press the Menu button to save your selection.
Instruction Manual
12
Recall
1. Press the Menu button.
2. Use the Down and Up buttons to scroll to Recall. Press the Menu button to enter,
where you will be able to select Yes/No using the Down and Up buttons. Once
you have done so, press the Menu button. Please Note: SelectingYes will return your
settings to the factory default state. Select No if you do not wish to make this change.
Exit
To exit the menu, scroll to Exit and press the Menu button.
Module Operation
Push Button Selection
A computer may be selected by pressing the push buttons above the keyboard on
the Console, by issuing hot-key commands, or by activating the OSD window. The
indicator LEDs change to reflect the computer port selected (red). The indicator flashes
red when it is in either Auto Scan or Manual Scan mode.
The K/M Reset function (on the module) reconfigures your system without powering
down your computers or your KVM switch. To reset the switch, press and hold front
panel buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously.
The Auto-Scan function automatically scrolls through your connected computers.
Press and hold front panel buttons 7 and 8 simultaneously to enter Auto Scan mode.
By hitting the left <CTRL> key twice within two seconds, you may see the Hotkey
Menu (if it is enabled as an OSD option). Or, by hitting the left <CTRL> key three times
within two seconds, you will see a KVM MENU screen (shown right) showing a list of
the computers with corresponding channel addresses, names and status.
The port number of the currently selected computer is displayed in red, same as the
front indicator, at the right corner of the OSD menu.
The color of a device name is green if it has power and is ready for operation, or the
color is white if it has no power. The OSD menu updates the color when it is activated.
Use the up and down arrow keys to highlight a computer, and the <ENTER> key to
select it. Or, you may press <ESCAPE> to exit the OSD and remove the OSD menu
from the display; the status window returns to the display and indicates the currently
selected computer or operating status.
Instruction Manual
13
A triangle mark (p) to the right of a name indicates the port is cascaded to a Slave;
the number at the left of the triangle mark shows the number of ports the Slave has,
i.e. 8 for an 8-port switch. The <ENTER> key brings you one level down and another
screen pops up listing the names of the computers on that Slave. The name of the
Slave will be shown at the upper right corner of the OSD menu. It is useful to group
computers and still be able to see the group name.
An eye mark (N) to the right of a name indicates that the computer is selected to
be monitored in Scan mode. In OSD, this mark can be switched on or off by function
key <F2>. Press the <ESCAPE> key to exit OSD
and to return to the selected computer; the
computer name is also shown on the screen.
Editing Computer Name Assignments
Function key <F1>: To edit the name entry
of a computer or a Slave, first use the up and
down arrow keys to highlight a port then press
<F1> followed by name entry. Valid characters
are ‘A’~’Z’, ‘0’~’9’ and the dash (-) character.
Lowercase letters are converted to uppercase
ones. Press <BACKSPACE> to delete one letter
at a time. Non-volatile memory stores all name
entries until you change, even if the unit is
powered down
Instruction Manual
14
Selecting Computers for Autoscan
Function key <F2> - Use this key to switch the eye mark (N) of a computer on or off.
First, use the up and down arrow keys to highlight it, then press <F2> to switch its eye
mark on or off. If Scan Type reads ‘Ready PC + N’, only the power-on and eye mark
selected computers will be displayed sequentially in Scan mode.
Locking Devices (Slave or computer)
Function key <F3> - To lock a device (a computer or a Slave) from unauthorized access,
use Security. Security is effective only for one device (a computer or a Slave). To lock a
device, use the up and down arrow keys to highlight it, then press <F3>. Now, enter up
to 4 characters (‘A’~’Z’, ‘0’~‘9’, ‘-‘) followed by <ENTER> as the new password. A Security
enabled device is marked with a lock (Ï)following its port number. To permanently
disable the security function from a locked device, highlight it, press <F3> then enter
the password.
If you want to access the locked device temporarily, simply highlight it and press
<ENTER>. The OSD will prompt for the password. After entering the correct password,
you are allowed to use the device. This device is automatically re-locked once you switch
to another one. During Scan mode, OSD skips the security-enabled device.
Please Note: Only one device (a computer or a Slave) can be locked by this function at
a time.
Please note: If you forget the password, the only way to permanently disable the
security function is to remove all possible power sources from the Console.You will need
to turn off all computers and unplug all power adapters, then restart everything.
Advanced Functions
Function key <F4>: More functions are available by hitting <F4>. A new screen pops up
displaying more functions as described below, most of which are marked with a triangle
(p) to indicate options from which to choose. Using the up and down arrow keys,
select the functions and press <ENTER>. Available options will be shown in the middle
of the screen. Again, use the up and down arrow keys to view available options, then
press <ENTER> to select it. You can press <ESCAPE> to exit at any time.
Instruction Manual
15
Auto Scan
In this mode, the Console automatically switches from one powered computer to
the next, sequentially in a fixed interval. During Auto Scan mode, the OSD displays
the name of the selected computer. When Auto Scan detects any keyboard or mouse
activity, it suspends the scanning until activity stops; it then resumes with the next
computer in sequence. To abort Auto Scan mode, press the left <CTRL> twice, or, press
any front button. Scan Type and Scan Rate set the scan pattern. Scan Type (<F4>:More\
Scan Type) determines if scanned computers must also be eye mark selected. Scan
Rate (<F4>:More\Scan Rate) sets the display interval when a computer is selected
before selecting the next one.
Manual Scan
Scan through power-on computers one by one by keyboard control.Scan Type
(<F4>:More\Scan Type) determines if scanned computers must also be eye mark
selected. Press the up arrow key to select the previous computer and the down arrow
key to select the next computer. Press any other key to abort Manual Scan mode.
Audio Stick
An optional multimedia module can be linked to the back of each KVM Module for
selecting microphone and stereo speaker signals. There are two options for Audio Stick:
On and Off. When set to On, audio selection follows computer selection.
When set to Off, audio selection stops following computer selection.
It is useful if you want to listen to
a
particular computer’s audio signal
while operating other computers. The non-volatile memory stores the
Audio Stick setting.
Instruction Manual
16
Scan Type
Ready PC + N: In Scan mode, scan through power-on and eye mark selected computers.
Ready PC: In Scan mode, scan through power-on computers. The non-volatile memory
stores the Scan Type setting.
Scan Rate
Sets the duration of a computer displayed in Auto Scan mode. The options are 3
seconds, 8 seconds, 15 seconds and 30 seconds. Scan Rate settings are stored in non-
volatile memory.
Keyboard Speed
The Console offers keyboard typematic settings that override similar settings in the
BIOS and in Windows. Available speed options are Low, Middle, Fast and Faster as
10, 15, 20 and 30 characters/sec respectively. The non-volatile memory stores the
Keyboard Speed setting.
Hotkey Menu
When you hit the left <CTRL> key twice within two seconds, the Hotkey Menu appears
displaying a list of hot-key commands if the option is On. The Hotkey Menu can be
turned Off if you prefer not to see it when the left <CTRL> key is hit twice. The non-
volatile memory stores the Hotkey Menu setting.
CH Display
Auto Off: After you select a computer, the port number and name of the computer will
appear on the screen for 3 seconds then disappear automatically. When set to Always
On: The port number and name of a selected computer and/or OSD status are displayed
on the screen all the time. The non-volatile memory stores the CH Display setting.
Position
The position of the selected computer name and/or OSD status displayed on screen
during operation. The actual display position shifts due to different VGA resolution, the
higher the resolution the higher the display position. The nonvolatile memory stores
the Position setting. UL as Upper Left, UR as Upper Right, LL as Lower Left, LR as Lower
Right. MI as Middle.
Instruction Manual
17
Hot-key commands
A Hot-key command is a short keyboard sequence used to select a computer, to
activate computer scan, etc. The Console constantly interprets keystrokes for hot-keys.
A hot-key sequence starts with two left <CTRL> keystrokes followed by one or two
more keystrokes. A built-in alarm generates a high-pitch beep for correct hot-key
command; otherwise, one low-pitch beep for error and the bad key sequence will not
be forwarded to the selected computer.
The short form hot-key menu can be turned on as an OSD function (<F4>: more\
Hotkey Menu) every time the left <CTRL> key is pressed twice.
L-CTRL: is the <CTRL> key located at the left side of the keyboard.
1~8/A~H: are the number keys ‘1’~ ‘8’at the upper row of the keyboard and character
keys ‘A’~ ‘H’case insensitive. Do not use the keypad at the right of the keyboard.
To select a computer by hot-key command, you must know its port number, which is
determined by the KVM Module connection. For a computer connected to a Master,
its port is represented by the PC port label (1~8 or A~H). For a computer connected to
a Slave, two characters represent its port. The first character is the port number of the
Master unit (1~8) and the second one is the port number of the Slave (1~8 or A~H).
Please note that only Master’s ‘PC 1’~’PC 8’ports can be connected to a Slave.
Instruction Manual
18
Hot-key commands - cont’d
HOTKEY
SEQUENCE
COMMAND
DESCRIPTION
Selects the computer connected to
console port “x”.
For a computer connected directly to
the console, “x”would be 1~8 or A~H.
(Ex. Left Ctrl + Left Ctrl + B would select
the computer connected to the “PC B”
port on the console.)
Left Ctrl + Left
Ctrl + x
For cascaded computers, you must first
enter the port number of a slave KVM
connected to the console, then enter
the port number on the slave KVM
where the PC is connected.
Select computer
(Ex. Left Ctrl + Left Ctrl + 3 + 1 would
select the computer connected to port
1 of the slave KVM that is connected to
port 3 on the console.)
Automatically scans through powered-
on computers.
Start
Auto-scan
Left Ctrl + Left Ctrl
+ F1
Whenkeyboardormouseactivityissensed,
auto-scanpausesuntilactivitystops.
End Auto-scan
Left Ctrl + Left Ctrl
Exits auto-scan mode.
Scrolls between the different auto-scan
intervals. The console will generate one
to four beeps corresponding to 3, 8, 15,
and 30 seconds respectively to signify
the selected auto-scan interval.
Adjust Auto-
scan rate
Left Ctrl + Left Ctrl
+ F3
Instruction Manual
19
Use the up and down arrow keys to
Left Ctrl + Left Ctrl scroll to the previous or next computer
Manual Scan
+ F2
in the sequence. Press any other key to
abort manual scan.
Scrolls between the different typematic
rates. This setting overrides that of
the BIOS and the operating system.
The console will generate one to four
beeps, corresponding to 10, 15, 20,
and 30 characters/sec respectively, to
signify the typematic rate.
Adjust keyboard Left Ctrl + Left Ctrl
typematic rate + F4
Change Configuration while Running
A device (a computer or a KVM switch) at any ‘PC x’port can be changed at anytime
after initial power-up. If you change any one of the PC 1 to PC 8 ports connection
from a computer to a Slave or vice versa, or replace the devices of a port, the OSD will
update this change the next time it is activated.
Please Note: Any new device must be turned off before it is connected to the Master.
Instruction Manual
20
Specifications
RACKCONS1708/GB/EU
RACKCONS1908/GB
RACKCONS1916/GB/EU
RACKCONS1716/GB
Display Size
Connectors
Panel Type
17”
19”
8 x DE15 female input (1708
only)
8 x DE15 female input (1908
only)
16 x DE15 female input (1716
only)
16 x DE15 female input (1916
only)
1 x VGA female output
Inactive:
1 x VGA female output
Inactive:
1 x PS/2 Keyboard 6-pin
Mini-Din (Female)
1 x PS/2 Mouse 6-pin
Mini-Din (Female)
1 x PS/2 Keyboard 6-pin
Mini-Din (Female)
1 x PS/2 Mouse 6-pin
Mini-Din (Female)
Active Matrix TFT LCD
Resolution
Capabilities
1280 x 1024 (XGA)
Supports 0.264mm x
Pixel Pitch
Back Light
Supports 0.098mm x 0.294mm
Four lamps
0.264mm
Right-Left view 60~70 (Typ)
Up-Down View 45~60 (Typ)
Right-Left view 140 (Typ)
Up-Down View 140 (Typ)
Viewing Angle
Contrast Ratio
Brightness
450:1
500:1
White 250cd/m2 (Center 1 point Typ)
Supported
Colors
16.2M Colors
(6-bit with FRC)
Rising Time: 2ms
Decay Time: 14ms
Rising Time: 2ms
Decay Time: 10ms
Response Time
System Cables
VGA+2 x PS/2 cable
Instruction Manual
21
RACKCONS1708/GB/EU
RACKCONS1716/GB
RACKCONS1908/GB
RACKCONS1916/GB/EU
Keyboard /
Mouse
106 key PS/2 keyboard
with touchpad
USA, UK, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch,
Swiss,
Keyboard
Language
Belgium, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Japan, Taiwan, Russian
Sync
45~80KHz
100-240 VAC input
12VDC, 4A
Power Source
Power Adapter
Power
Consumption
25W, 19.05W for Panel
25W, 21.05W for Panel
Operating
0°C ~ 50°C (32°F ~ 122°F)
Temperature
Storage
-20°C ~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F)
10% ~ 90% RH
Temperature
Humidity
Min/Max
Mounting
Depth
504mm / 1000mm
554mm / 1000mm
(21.8in / 39.37in)
(19.84in / 39.37in)
Dimensions
Net Weight
440 x 470 x 44mm
11.75kg
490 x 470 x 44mm
12.75kg
Chassis
Heavy duty steel
Construction
Regulatory
CE, FCC, UL, CUL, CE, RoHS
Certification
Instruction Manual
22
Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two year warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials
and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase.
During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with
equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.
StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their
officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.
Instruction Manual
23
Hard-to-find made easy. At StarTech.com, that isn’t a slogan. It’s a promise.
StarTech.com is your one-stop source for every connectivity part you need. From
the latest technology to legacy products — and all the parts that bridge the old and
new — we can help you find the parts that connect your solutions.
We make it easy to locate the parts, and we quickly deliver them wherever they need
to go. Just talk to one of our tech advisors or visit our website. You’ll be connected to
the products you need in no time.
to access exclusive resources and time-saving tools.
StarTech.com is an ISO 9001 Registered manufacturer of connectivity and technology
parts. StarTech.com was founded in 1985 and has operations in the United States,
Canada, the United Kingdom and Taiwan servicing a worldwide market.
|