Access Options
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4.1 Command Mode
The extender modules include a command mode that allows to access the matrix and to control several
functions by keyboard commands during normal use.
To start the command mode, use a keyboard sequence (Hot Key) at the keyboard plugged in the matrix. To
exit the command mode, press Esc.
NOTICE
While in command mode,
the Caps Lock and Scroll Lock LEDs on the keyboard are flashing,
the USB-HID devices are not operable, mouse and keyboard functions are deactivated,
only selected keyboard commands are available.
If there is no keyboard command executed within 10 seconds after activating the command mode, it will be
deactivated automatically.
The following keyboard commands are used to enter, and to exit the command mode, and to change the
Hot Key.
Function
Keyboard command
2x Left Shift (Hot Key,
factory setting)
Start the command mode
Esc
Exit the command mode
current Hot Key, c, new
Hot Key Code, Enter
Change the Hot Key
NOTICE
In a combined KVM matrix/U-Switch configuration, select different Hot Keys for extender modules
connected to the KVM matrix (e.g., 2x Left Shift) and the U-Switch (e.g., 2x Right Shift).
Hot Key Code
The Hot Key to enter the command mode can be changed. The following table lists the Hot Key codes for
the available Hot Keys.
Hot Key Code
Hot Key
0
Freely selectable, except ESC, Del, and Enter
2
2x Scroll
3
2x Left Shift (default)
4
2x Left Ctrl
5
2x Left Alt
6
2x Right Shift
7
2x Right Ctrl
8
2x Right Alt
