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Introducing the twor port MiniView™ Micro Audio KVM switch from IOGEAR

®

 – A simple

solution for those with more PCs than hands. Use one keyboard, one monitor and one
mouse to control two PCs or Macintosh systems*, and share the multimedia speakers
among them. This self-powered KVM switch features mouse & keyboard emulation to
ensure smooth operation, as well as support for Plug-n-Play monitors and most wheel mice.
Our patented VSE Video Signal Enhancement

®

 technology provides rich, 32-bit color at

resolutions up to 2048 x 1536.  With KVM cables (6' long) molded into the unit, all you need
to do is to plug it into your computers, and you’ve got a complete KVM solution from
IOGEAR

®

.

* Macintosh support requires IOGEAR

®

’s Mac Adapter.  [Part # GCV160 for Mac with ADB,

Part # GUC10KM for USB Mac.]

Overview

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Summary of Contents for MiniView GCS612A

Page 1: ...Installation Manual GCS612A MiniView Micro Audio 2 Port KVM Switch with Built in KVM Cables ...

Page 2: ...d trademark of International Business Machines Inc Macintosh G3 G4 and iMac are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc IOGEAR makes no warranty of any kind with regards to the information presented in this document All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice IOGEAR Inc assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies or errors that m...

Page 3: ...the MiniView Micro Audio by IOGEAR you can access two to four computers from a single console keyboard mouse and monitor and allow them share multimedia speakers MiniView Micro Audio allows you to change ports easily by entering Hot Key combinations from the keyboard Setup is fast and easy plugging cables into their appropriate ports is all that is entailed We hope you enjoy using your MiniView Mi...

Page 4: ...es Requirements Pictorial Introduction Installation Operation Specification Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Con d Tech Support Radio TV Interference Statement Limited Warranty 02 03 04 05 07 08 11 15 16 17 18 19 20 Table of Contents 1 ...

Page 5: ...ckage contains 1 MiniViewTM Micro Micro Audio 2 Port KVM Switch 1 User Manual 1 Quick Start Guide 1 Warranty Registration Card If any items are damaged or missing please contact your dealer Package Contents 2 ...

Page 6: ... mouse keyboard emulation to ensure smooth operation as well as support for Plug n Play monitors and most wheel mice Our patented VSE Video Signal Enhancement technology provides rich 32 bit color at resolutions up to 2048 x 1536 With KVM cables 6 long molded into the unit all you need to do is to plug it into your computers and you ve got a complete KVM solution from IOGEAR Macintosh support requ...

Page 7: ...y setup Microsoft Intellimouse Logitech FirstMouse and the scrolling wheel on most mice Port selection through convenient Hot Keys PS 2 mouse emulation for error free boot up Save space and reduce desktop clutter Plug n Play monitor support Support video resolutions up to 2048 x 1536 No software required Built in AutoScan mode LEDs allow for easy status monitoring 3Year Limited Warranty Features 4...

Page 8: ... be using on any computer in the installation A PS 2 Style Mouse A PS 2 Keyboard Computers The following equipment must be installed on each computer that is to be connected to the system A VGA SVGA or Multisync video card A 6 pin mini DIN PS 2 style mouse port A 6 pin mini DIN PS 2 Style keyboard port ...

Page 9: ...yout high quality 4 in 1 Custom KVM cables have been designed into the GCS612A There is no need for a separate cable purchase Note The KVM cables have PS 2 style keyboard and mouse connectors The GCS612A does not support AT keyboards or serial mice Requirements ...

Page 10: ...ts corresponding port is the one that has the KVM focus Depending on the port s status the LED may flash according to a specific pattern 3 Speaker Jack The cable from your speakers optional plugs in here 4 Console Ports Your keyboard monitor and mouse plug in here Each port is marked with an appropriate icon to indicate itself 1 2 3 4 Pictorial Introduction 7 ...

Page 11: ...please make sure that all devices on the installation are properly grounded Connect your monitor to the female VGA port on your MiniView Micro Audio Connect your PS 2 keyboard into the PS 2 keyboard port on your MiniView Micro Audio Connect your PS 2 mouse into the PS 2 keyboard port on your MiniView Micro Audio Connect your speakers directly into the audio port on your MiniView Micro Audio 1 2 3 ...

Page 12: ...e that is built into the KVM cable of your MiniView Micro Audio to the PS 2 key board port on your computer Connect the PS 2 mouse cable that is built into the KVM cable of your MiniView Micro Audio to the PS 2 mouse port on your computer Connect the speaker cable that is built into the KVM cable of your MiniView Micro Audio to the speaker port on your computer 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 13: ...Installation 10 Step 3 Repeat step 2 for the rest of you computers Step 4 Turn on the power to the computers ...

Page 14: ...inations to provide KVM focus to the computers The Hotkey combinations allow you to Select the Active Port Invoke Auto Scan Mode Set the Auto Scan Time Interval Selecting the Active Port You can toggle the KVM focus between the two computers by pressing and releasing the Scroll Lock key twice Scroll Lock Scroll Lock ...

Page 15: ... invoke Auto Scan Mode Press and release the Left Shift key then press and release the Right Shift key Left Shift Right Shift Once scanning begins it continues until you press the Spacebar to exit Auto Scan Mode The port that was currently active at the time scanning stopped remains active Note While Auto Scan Mode is in effect ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended You must exit Auto...

Page 16: ...n dwells on each port To do so use the following Hotkey combination Left shift Right shift S n Where n represents a number from 1 to 4 that specifies the desired scan interval time as shown in the table below n Scan Interval 1 3 secs 2 5 secs 3 10secs 4 20secs Note You must press and release the keys one at a time ...

Page 17: ...tivity Function Off On Steady Flashing Port is not selected Port is connected to an active computer Port is connected to an active computer and is being accessed in AutoScan Mode Operation 14 LED Display ...

Page 18: ...dio Video 2 1 x 6 pin mini DIN female green 1 x HDB 15 femail blue 1 x Earphone Jack speaker 2 x Earphone plug speaker 2048 x 1536 DDC2B Housing Weight Dimensions L x W x H Operating Temperature 0 50 C Storage Temperature 20 60 C Humidity 0 80 RH Noncondensing Plastic 41 kg GCS612A 2 x 6 pin mini DIN male purple 2 x 6 pin mini DIN male green 2 x HDB 15 male blue 3 5 10 20 Seconds 12 0 x 4 9 x 2 5 ...

Page 19: ... a powered Off computer Resend the Hotkey command selecting a port that has a powered On computer attached Resend the Hotkey command press and release each key in the sequence individually Hotkey sequence input incorrectly Switch is in Auto Scan Mode Press the Spacebar to exit Auto Scan Mode Mouse Not Detected or Does Not Respond Correctly 2 Loose cables Use of Mouse Port Adapters Mouse needs to b...

Page 20: ...PS 2 mode Check your Device Manager to be sure that the correct driver for your mouse obtained from the manufacturer or supplied by the operating system has been installed Select a lower resolution and or bandwidth TroubleShooting Con d 17 TroubleShooting Con d The unit is designed to work with PS 2 keyboards only XT 84 key and AT keyboards will not work Some Notebooks notably the IBM Thinkpad and...

Page 21: ...ting The IOGEAR T I L was designed to provide you with the latest technical information about our products Most of the answers to your questions can be found here so please try it out before contacting technical support Technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8 00 am to 5 00 pm PST and can be reached at 949 453 8782 or by email support iogear com 18 ...

Page 22: ...tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever me...

Page 23: ... representation expressed implied or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation and especially disclaims its 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 inquire...

Page 24: ...Contact info 23 Hubble Irvine CA 92618 P 949 453 8782 F 949 453 8785 www iogear com ...

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