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3. Basic Operations
There are two types of operating modes while using the Sequoia 4H; the Host mode and the Remote
mode. This chapter discusses both operational modes.
Host Operation Mode
When the Sequoia 4H is in Host operation mode, the Host cursor is controlled by the mouse connected
to the Sequoia 4H. Or in the case of a cascaded setup, the cursor is controlled by the mouse that is
connected to the Master Sequoia. The Host cursor controls the positions and sizes of the windows for up
to four remote computers (up to 20 when cascaded).
Upon re-connecting a keyboard or mouse, the cursor may disappear.
Press the
Pause/Break
key to solve this problem.
Remote Operation Mode
When the Sequoia 4H is in Remote operation mode, the mouse cursor and keyboard are used to control
a computer connected to the Sequoia 4H.
Understanding the Terminology:
USB host
– refers to the mouse/keyboard USB ports
located on the front panel of the
Sequoia 4H.
USB device
– refers to the DB15 connector (source
1
–
4
ports) located on the Sequoia 4H rear
panel that connects to the
computer’s USB port through the 5-in-1 cable.
Tips on Navigating the Sequoia 4H:
Up to four computers are able to connect with a single Sequoia 4H. The Sequoia puts each
remote computer in a window, and displays all four windows on one monitor. This is how four
computers can be displayed and controlled from a single monitor.
When Host operation mode is active, use the mouse connected to the Sequoia to re-size and
re-position any window on the output display.
To switch operation to a remote computer; move the Host cursor into a specific window on the
screen and then click the
“enter icon” or double-click the left mouse button.
Remote operation mode works with computers only. Remote operation mode cannot be entered
on other video sources (e.g., Blu-Ray players).
When Remote operation mode is active, use mouse and keyboard to operate a single computer.
Note: The computer is displayed within a window on the monitor.
When in Remote operation mode, the master Sequoia 4H automatically transfers the mouse
and keyboard control to the selected computer.
To switch back to the Host operation mode, use the keyboard hot-
key “
Pause
/
Break
.” The Host
cursor should reappear.
