KVM-1508XX Rackmount KVM Console
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Specifications
- Product Name: Rackmount KVM Console
- Model: 8 Port / 16 Port
- Monitor Size: 18.5″ LED TFT
- Keyboard: Ultra slim 99 keys US keyboard with small numeric
keyboard - Control Capacity: Up to 8 or 16 computers
- Compatibility: Supports multiple hardware platforms and
operating systems
Product Description
The KVM console integrates multiple port KVM switches in a 1U
height console. It can control multiple computers with a set of
devices including monitor, keyboard, and mouse, saving cost and
space by eliminating the need for separate peripherals for each
computer.
Product Features
- 18.5″ LED TFT monitor with high brightness and resolution
- 1U height rack mount design for standard 19″ racks
- Ultra slim US keyboard with touchpad and function buttons
- Control up to 8/16 DVI computers with push button, hotkey, and
OSD - Two-level password security for authorized user access
- Auto scan feature for monitoring selected computers
- Hot pluggable for adding or removing computers without powering
down
Hardware Installation
Rack Mounting
1. Secure the KVM console in a standard 19″ rack using the
provided brackets.
Installation Instructions
2. Connect the necessary cables to the ports of the KVM console
and its module.
Opening the Console
To open the console, follow the manufacturer’s instructions
provided in the user manual.
LED Instructions
Refer to the user manual for detailed instructions on
interpreting LED indicators on the console.
OSD Operation
Use the on-screen display (OSD) to navigate and control the
connected computers. Follow the OSD configuration steps in the
manual.
FAQ
How many computers can the KVM console control?
The KVM console can control up to 8 or 16 computers depending on
the model.
Is software configuration required for installing the KVM
console?
No, software configuration is not needed for installing the KVM
console. Simply connect the cables to the correct ports.
How do I switch between computers using the KVM console?
You can switch between computers using push buttons, hotkeys, or
through the on-screen display (OSD) menu.
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Rackmount KVM Console (8 Port / 16 Port) User Manual
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Printing date2024/07 Version V1.4
8 Port /16 Port
Contents
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Overview …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..2
Product Description ……………………………………………………………………………………………….2 Product Features …………………………………………………………………………………………………..2 Front view…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….3 Structure and Size………………………………………………………………………………………………….4
Hardware Installation…………………………………………………………………………………………..5
Rack Mounting………………………………………………………………………………………………………5 Installation instruction……………………………………………………………………………………………6
Opening the console ……………………………………………………………………………………………7
LED Instructions…………………………………………………………………………………………………….8 LED OSD Configuration …………………………………………………………………………………………..9
OSD Operation ………………………………………………………………………………………………….10
OSD Functions …………………………………………………………………………………………………….11 F1-ADM ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 12 F2-Scan …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..15 F3-Set …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 16 F4-Tool ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………18 F6-Edit port names …………………………………………………………………………………………..19 F7-Set quick view port(QV) ………………………………………………………………………………..19 F8-LOUT ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….19
Appendix…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 20
Specifications (17.3) …………………………………………………………………………………………20 FAQ ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………21
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Overview
Product Description
The KVM console integrates multiple port KVM switches in a 1U height console. It can
control multiple computers with a set of device including monitor, keyboard and mouse, thus
saves much cost and space to separately equip keyboard, mouse and monitor for every
computer.
It is easy and fast to install the KVM console, you just need to connect corresponding
cables to the right ports of KVM and its module without software configuration.
The KVM console can control up to 8 or 16 computers, supports multiple hardware platform and multiple operating system.
Product Features
18.5LED TFT monitor, high brightness, high resolution
1U height, suitable height for standard 19″rack mount, metal structure. Ultra slim 99 keys US keyboard with small numeric keyboard. High resolution and high flexibility with touchpad with two function buttons and scroll
wheel. A single console controls up to 8/16 DVI computers Select computers via push button, hotkey and OSD Two level password security–only authorized users view and control computers; up to
four users and an administrator with a separate profile for each Users can set up different hot keys(Scroll Lock/Caps Lock/F12/Ctrl),
auto scanning time, port display time, log out time, buzzer on/off and mouse on/off according to their different needs Broadcast mode operations simultaneously performed on all selected computers Easily choose servers with mouse Multiplatform Support-Compatible with Windows, Sun, Unix and Linux Complete keyboard and mouse signal simulation to ensure that the booting and
switching are correct Auto scan feature for monitoring user-selected computers Hot pluggable – add or remove computers without having to power down the switch
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Front view
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1LED Module 2Rear Bracket Slot 3LED OSD Controls 4Front Bracket 5Keyboard
1-1.1 front view
6Touchpad 7Handle 8Release Catch 9Display panel 10. Switch LED
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Structure and Size
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Back view
1-1.2
1-1.4
1. Ground connection screw 2. DVI Output 3. KVM port 4. Power input (AC) 5. USB port
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Hardware Installation
Rack Mounting A standard rack mounting kit is provided to mount the switch in a depth of 510-850 mm n a standard 19″rack. For other mounting distance, the rear brackets need to be customized accordingly With one person hold the switch in place and the other person slides the L bracket into the switch’s side mounting brackets from the front to the back, then screws the brackets to the rack.( see below installation drawing)
2-1.1 rack mounting (1)
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Installation instruction
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1) Make sure the rack mounting KVM switch has been connected to the ground ( in the diagram)
2) Connect power cable to KVM port as shown in in the diagram 3) Turn on the power, the KVM start to work after power supply(in the diagram) 4) Connect KVM switch with the computer according to in the diagram
Note: Connect monitor, USB keyboard and mouse to Console port to connect another console ( in the diagram)
To ensure signal integrity and simplify cable layout, we strongly recommend you using high quality cables with different length.
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Opening the console
Release the release catch;
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UNLOCK
UNLOCK
UNLOCK
2-1.3 unlocking
*NoteThe release lock can only do horizontal locking, it can’t bear any load. Pull the LED panel all the way out until it clicks into place. Rotate the LED module all the way back to expose the LED screen, the LED module can
be rotated up to108°.
Best Resolution : 1920*1080@60Hz
2-1.4 rotate angle of the console Turn on power switchKVM will be issued two “beep” sound, The Port LEDs light flashes
4 times , the LED displays the prompted to enter the user’s password.
2-1.5 password window LED panel is powered on when the power LED is green. Power on computer or server after power on KVM and you will see green light at each
port. The factory default password is blank, it will be OK after double click “Enter”.
NOTE: The username and password are no more than 16 characters, Press and hold the Shift key to type lowercase letters.
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Closing the console
Close the LED display panel and the power automatically shut down. Push the release catch in the direction of the arrow; push the LED panel all the way in
until it automatically locks up.
Key
AUTO LOCK
LED Instructions
Diagram 2-1.6 unlocking the console
No.
Components
1
1-8 or 1-16
2
Port Selection Buttons& LEDs
3 Station ID
3-1.1 front view
Function
Switching freely from port 1 to port 8 /16
Indicator LEDs are built into the switches, the online LED light is on the left and the selected LED light is on the right.
1An online LED light(green) indicates that the KVM has connected to its corresponding computer and power on. 2 A selected LED light(orange) indicates that the computer attached to its corresponding port is up and running.
Display the current port
Table3-1.1 LED instructions
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LED OSD Configuration
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The LED OSD allows you to set up and configure the LED display.
Buttons MENU SELECT EXIT/AUTO SL-/SL+ LED state
Functions Press this button invokes the menu function and brings up the main menu. Press this button exits the current menu and return to the previous menu or press this button exits the LED OSD. Press AUTO for automatic configuration. Press this button moves your menu to make corresponding adjustment. Green :running Red :power off or access non-standard VESA signal Flash greenenergy saving mode or no signal
Table3-1.2 LED OSD configuration instruction
Press AUTO if the screen migrates after power on or under other circumstances, then the screen auto configure to its best display state.(It might can’t be adjusted to its best state if part of the display mode is not standard VESA mode, if so return back to OSD menu to RESET, then it will back to normal.
We suggest our customers to set up the display mode at 1920×108, refresh rate at
60Hz.
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OSD Operation
Double click the right buttons of the mouse or double click hotkeyScroll Lock to invoke below OSD main menu. You can customize the OSD hotkeys, find more details in OSD function instructions (Page 17).
Headings SN
$ QV LK Name
Explanation
Port number
It shows the computer port is under monitoring. The computers are power on and are online “#”: quick view the port “BC”: Broadcast port ” @ “shows that the port is only available for viewing Port name, the maximum is 12 bytes
Table 4-1.1OSD interface
To access the OSD menu through keyboard: 1. In the submenus that appear, moving the highlight bar to your selected port and then press Enter. 2. Press any key from 0-9to enter any port of current station
To access the OSD menu through keyboard:
move port selection single click port switch
single clickport switch
double clickappear OSD menu single clickexit OSD menu
*Note: Operate via keyboard after invoke the OSD menu via the touchpad.
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OSD Functions
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Menus
Keys
ADM
F1
Scan
F2
Set
F3
Submenu/explanation
Set User login: account and password Set accessible: Set access permissions BRC Mode: monitor multiple computers at the
same time Load Default: reset the menu to the original factory
default settings
All: Lists all the ports on the installation Power On: lists only powered on ports that have attached
computers. Quick View: Lists only the ports that have been
selected as Quick View ports
Auto Scan: set scanning time period Port ID: set how long a port displays on the monitor OSD Hotkey: set OSD hotkeys Lout Time off: to set the time out value
Tool
F4
Reset KM: press Enter resets keyboard and touchpad BeeperOn: press Enter switch Bee sounds Mouse HotOn: press Enter to shut down touchpad operating
on OSD. Restore Values: press Enter restore the current user default
value. About KVM: press Enter shows the KVM version
Edit
F6
Edits port names
QV
F7
Start or close Quick View
Lout
F8
Log out/blank the console screen
Esc
Press this key exits OSD menu
Exit
Scroll Lock Press this key exits OSD menu
Num Lock Press this key exits OSD menu
Table 4-1.2
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F1-ADM Menu overview
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Operating instructions 1PressF1or enters the
F1 submenus. 2Press moves the highlight
bar to select the submenu. 3PressEnterselects and exits ADM
menu. 4PressEsccancels the operation and
exits ADM menu.
Menu explanation
1. Set User Login–Press Enter and select Set User Login, a screen as below Diagram 4-1.1 appears: One administrator and four users account can be set (The username and password are no more than 16 characters, Press and hold the Shift key to type lowercase letters. )
4-1.1
4-1.2
NoteYou can set up an account and password according to diagram 4-1.2, then a ” User setup ok” pops up showing you have done your set, and “Password Not Match” pops up, you need to type in your password again as you did in your first type.
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2. Set accessible–press Enter and select Set Access Permission, then below menu appears: (diagram 4-1.3):
Menu FULL VIEW NULL
4-1.3
Explanation
Full access function to the station and can do any operation to the ports View only function, you can only view the port but you can’t operate it if set this function. If you set this function, the port will be not displayed on the user’s OSD menu
NoteThe administrator always has full access to all the ports.
4-1.4
4-1.5
Eg.:1). If you want to set access permission of [User1], press Spaceto choose the
permission options you need to set.
2). [User1] log in OSD menu, as shown in diagram 4-1.5.
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3. BRC Mode – PressEnter to enter the BRC mode. Enter the main menu, press F7 to add or remove a port that need broadcast function. When BRC mode is effect, a speaker symbol appears in QV column. (see below diagrams). While BRC mode is in effect, we can operate multiple computer ports simultaneously, but the mouse is not function normally.
4-1.6
4-1.7
1) Open BRC mode
F1->BRC Mode OFF->pressEnter-> BRC Mode ON (see diagram 4-1.6)
2) Open the port that need broadcast function
Presskey–>select the port that need broadcast function press F7 a “BC” symbol appears in the QV column which shows the port has entered
broadcast mode.
3) Close the broadcasting port
Presskey–>select the portpress F7exit BRC mode and the “BC”
symbol disappears
4) Exit BRC mode
Invoke OSD main menu F1->BRC Mode ON ->pressEnter –> BRC Mode OFF,
the KVM exits BRC mode(diagram 4-1.8)
Press F1 ->BRC Mode OFF ->pressEnter ,enter the main
menu, all “#” symbols turn into “BC” symbol(diagram 4-1.7 )
4-1.8 4. Load Default— press Enter and select Load Default, all the set values are
restored to original factory default settings.
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F2-Scan
Menu overview
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Operating instructions 1PressF2or enters the
F2 submenus. 2Press moves the highlight
bar to select the submenu. 3PressEnterselects and exits Scan
menu. 4PressEsccancels the operation and
exits SCAN menu.
Menu explanation
Submenu
Explanation
All
Use this function to scan all ports according to the set scanning interval.
Power On
Use this function to scan all ports with “$” according to the set scanning interval.
Quick View
Use this function to scan all ports with “#” quick view symbols according to the set scanning interval.
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F3-Set Menu overview
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Operating instructions 1PressF3or enters the
F3 submenus. 2Press moves the highlight
bar to select the submenu. 3Press Enterselects and exits Set menu. 4PressEsccancels the operation and
exits Set menu.
Menu explanation Submenu Auto Scan Port ID OSD Hotkey
Lout Time off
Default value
5Seffective range 5-99
0Snot display the port ID 1-98S: display the seconds, maximum 98s 99S: permanent display
Scroll Lock + Scroll Lock Caps Lock +Caps Lock F12 +F12 Ctrl+Ctrl+KVM Hotkey
0: close the screen saver setting 01-99M: set the screen saver timeout Note: It is automatically log out if the current operator is no longer operate for a while, then the KVM will be locked and you need to enter user name and password to operate again
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OSD Hotkey Operation
Operating instruction 1. PressF3and move the highlight bar with to select “OSD Hotkey” submenu .
Press Enterand below screen appears: 2. KVM default hotkey:Scroll Lock
Select the”CtrlCtrl +KVM Hotkey ” and pressEnter, and then the Ctrl hotkey is availablein this hotkey mode, themouse hotkey can’t enter the OSD menu
Invoke hotkeydouble click L_Ctrl + the corresponding function key
Function Switching port
Auto scanning Invoke OSD main menu
Operating + 1~8 + F1~ F8
Function description
Skip ports from 1~8, Eg.: Double clickL_Ctrl plus 2 to skip to the second port of the current station.
Skip ports from 9-16
+ /
+ S
+ “space key”
Skip to previous/next port
1. Auto Scan automatically scan ports that attached PC or server. Users can set the scan duration in OSD menu and press any key to exit scanning mode. 2. Move the mouse to extend scan interval. This allows you to invoke OSD main menusee OSD menu operation
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F4-Tool Menu overview
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Operating instructions 1PressF4or enters the F4
submenus. 2Press moves the highlight bar to
select the submenu. 3PressEnterselects and exits Tool menu. 4PressEsccancels the operation and exits
Tool menu.
Menu explanation Submenu Reset KM
Instruction
Initialize the keyboard and mouse that connected to KVM when they are break down.
BeeperOn
The beeper can be turned on or off with this function.
Mouse HotOn
To open and close the mouse with this function. We can’t operate the OSD when it isOff.
Restore Values
Restore to original factory default values.
About KVM
It shows the KVM version information.
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Select the port with key; Press F6 and key in the new name or
modify the old one, then press Enter to save the name and exit editing. Press Esc to cancel and exit the editing.
Note: The NAME characters include:
All alpha charactersA-Z Press and hold the Shift key to type lower case letters
All numeric characters0-9 Default value: SYSTEM
F7-Set quick view port(QV)
F8-LOUT
Select ports withkeys Press F7 to include current port as
Quick View, then an arrowhead appears in the QV column to indicate so. Note Press F7to cancel the QV symbol is the current port has already have a QV arrowhead symbol in its QV column; if you want to cancel all the QV function, press Restore Values under F4:Tool.( The port name restores to default setting at the same time.)
PressF8exits the OSD main menu and fully exits current port, then the log in window appears:
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Appendix Specifications (17.3)
Function
Computer connections
Direct Max
Port emulation Keyboard, mouse
LED model
LED monitor
View area Optimum resolution Display color
Brightness
Contrast ratio
Pixel pitch(mm)
Mouse
X/Y resolution Roll wheel
Keyboard
Port selection Input power Power consumption
Mounting distance
Operating temperature Store temperature Humidity Net weight Product dimension (W × D × H) Package dimension (W × D × H)
LD1808 8 8 USB FHD TFT 18.47″
LD1816 16 16
1920×1080@60Hz
16.7 M
250cd/m²( T y p )
1000: 1( T y p )
0.213(H) × 0.213(W)
>1000 points /inch, (40 points/mm)
Supports scroll wheel function
99 keys (82 keys main keyboard +17 independent small numeric keyboard)
pushbuttons, hotkeys, OSD menu
100V- 240Vac, 50-60Hz, <1.5A
28W
30W
686-770mm ( L=262mm) Mounting bracket can be customized for other mounting distance
0–50
-20–60
0–80% RH, non-condensing
11.8kg
12kg
448mm×560mm×42.5mm
765mm×615mm×185mm
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FAQ
1. The KVM console do not work when I connect and use the console for the first time. Solutions: Please re-connect the KVM console according to below steps: 1) Disconnect all the signal and power cables connected to KVM. 2) Then power on KVM and you hear the boot indicating sound from the beeper, a screen automatically pop up for you to enter the user name and password. 3) Type in the correct user name and password, the original password is clicking Enter twice, then the OSD main menu pop up on the screen. 4) Check the KVM console and make sure it can normally switch ports . 5) Connect one server(PC) to one of the KVM ports with signal cable and check port switching function, check the keyboard and mouse, if they are not working, try to re-start the server(PC). 6) After successfully finishing all above steps, gradually add server(PC) to this console until meet your need.
2. I can’t log in the KVM system after starting computer. Solutions: 1) Make sure the KVM keyboard is working, the user name and password is correct. The default value is blank, you can log in after press Enter. 2) If you still can’t log in the system, try to connect an external USB keyboard.( The original default value is blank, you can log in after double clicking Enter )
3. I can’t switch from one port to another after logging in the KVM system. Solutions: 1) Invoke the OSD main menu and check the user name on the top left, make sure the user has got the access permission from the administrator. 2) Please contact the distributor or the KVM manufacturer.
4. Bad display quality of PC screen. Solutions: 1) Check the signal cables, make sure they are connected. 2) Reset the monitor’s display settings.
5. When I switch to one port, the keyboard and mouse do not work. Solutions: 1) Make sure you have exited the OSD menu. 2) Invoke the OSD main menu and check the user name on the top left, make sure the user
has got the access permission from the administrator. 3) Pull out the USB port of the server(PC) then plug in.
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6. I can’t invoke the OSD main menu. Solutions: 1) Check the keyboard to make sure it is working. 2) Double click Scroll_Lock. 3) Double click F12 4) Double click Caps Lock 5) Double clickCtrl+Space
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