QuadraVista™
QUAD VIDEO KVM SWITCH
INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONS
MANUAL
10707 Stancliff Road
Houston, Texas 77099
Phone (281) 933-7673
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Rose Electronics® warrants the QuadraVista™ to be in good working order for one year from the date of
purchase from Rose Electronics or an authorized dealer. Should this product fail to be in good working
order at any time during this one-year warranty period, Rose Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace
the Unit as set forth below. Repair parts and replacement units will be either reconditioned or new. All
replaced parts become the property of Rose Electronics. This limited warranty does not include service to
repair damage to the Unit resulting from accident, disaster, abuse, or unauthorized modification of the Unit,
including static discharge and power surges.
Limited Warranty service may be obtained by delivering this unit during the one-year warranty period to
Rose Electronics or an authorized repair center providing a proof of purchase date. If this Unit is delivered
by mail, you agree to insure the Unit or assume the risk of loss or damage in transit, to prepay shipping
charges to the warranty service location, and to use the original shipping container or its equivalent. You
must call for a return authorization number first. Under no circumstances will a unit be accepted without a
return authorization number. Contact an authorized repair center or Rose Electronics for further
information.
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OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION
TO A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, AND NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER
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LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY
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IF THIS PRODUCT IS NOT IN GOOD WORKING ORDER AS WARRANTIED ABOVE, YOUR SOLE
REMEDY SHALL BE REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR AS PROVIDED ABOVE. IN NO EVENT WILL ROSE
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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
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Printed In the United States of America - Revision 2.0
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Declaration of Conformity
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and
used properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions may cause
interference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device in accordance with the specifications of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are
designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is
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 measures may be necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
This declaration is valid for the following product:
Equipment: Video, Keyboard, Mouse Switching System
Type: QuadraVista
Hereby the equipment is confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council
Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic
Compatibility (89/336/EEC) and the Council Directive relating to Low Voltage (73/23/EEC).
For the evaluation of the above mentioned Council Directive for Electromagnetic Compatibility
and for Low Voltage, the following standards were consulted:
EN 55022 class A:
EN 61000-3-2:
EN 61000-3-3:
EN 61000-6-2:
EN 61000-4-2:
EN 61000-4-3:
EN 61000-4-4:
EN 61000-4-5:
DIN EN 61000-4-6:
DIN EN 61000-4-11:
1998 + Corrigendum: 2001 + A1:2000 (Emission)
2000 (Harmonic current emissions)
1995 + Corrigendum: 1997 + A1:2001 (Flicker)
2001 (Immunity)
1995 + A1:1998 + A2:2001
2002
1995 + A1:2001 + A2:2001
1995 + A1:2001
1996 + A1:2001
1994 + A1:2001
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Contents
Page
System Introduction.......................................................................................................................................1
Features.........................................................................................................................................................2
Compatibility..................................................................................................................................................3
Product Registration......................................................................................................................................3
Package contents..........................................................................................................................................3
Rose Electronics web site..............................................................................................................................3
About this manual..........................................................................................................................................3
Installation......................................................................................................................................................5
Installing the KVM station ..........................................................................................................................5
Installing the Computers............................................................................................................................6
Front Panel LEDs / Push-Button Commands ................................................................................................7
Keyboard Commands....................................................................................................................................9
On Screen Menu System.............................................................................................................................10
Main Menu...............................................................................................................................................11
System menu...........................................................................................................................................11
System / HotKey......................................................................................................................................12
System / HotMouse .................................................................................................................................13
Hotmouse Menu ......................................................................................................................................15
System Quad Mode.................................................................................................................................16
System OSD Position ..............................................................................................................................16
System / OSD Language.........................................................................................................................17
System / Security.....................................................................................................................................17
System / Test Pattern ..............................................................................................................................20
System / Disable Channel .......................................................................................................................21
System / Control ......................................................................................................................................21
MODE..........................................................................................................................................................22
Mode / PiP-Start ......................................................................................................................................22
Configure.....................................................................................................................................................23
Configure / Backup, Recall, Factory Reset..............................................................................................23
Console .......................................................................................................................................................25
Video output / Keyboard / Multi-Monitor / EDID.......................................................................................25
Console / Keyboard .................................................................................................................................26
Console / Multi-Monitor............................................................................................................................27
Console / EDID........................................................................................................................................28
Video ...........................................................................................................................................................28
Video / Video Input ..................................................................................................................................28
Video / Brightness / Contrast...................................................................................................................29
Video / Horizontal and Vertical position...................................................................................................30
Video / Screen width................................................................................................................................31
Video / Phase ..........................................................................................................................................31
Video / Format .........................................................................................................................................32
Computer.....................................................................................................................................................32
Computer / Keyboard...............................................................................................................................33
Computer / Mouse ...................................................................................................................................33
Computer / Reset PS/2............................................................................................................................34
Computer / Change EDID/DDC...............................................................................................................34
Help .............................................................................................................................................................36
Serial Features ............................................................................................................................................38
Service Information......................................................................................................................................46
Maintenance and Repair..........................................................................................................................46
Technical Support....................................................................................................................................46
Safety ..........................................................................................................................................................47
Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements.................................................................................................48
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Figures
Page
Figure 1. Front View ......................................................................................................................................4
Figure 2. Rear View.......................................................................................................................................4
Figure 3. KVM Installation..............................................................................................................................5
Figure 4. CPU Connect..................................................................................................................................6
Figure 5. Channel select window...................................................................................................................8
Figure 6. HotKey menu................................................................................................................................12
Figure 7. System HotMouse ........................................................................................................................13
Figure 8. System Quad Mode......................................................................................................................16
Figure 9. System / OSD Position.................................................................................................................16
Figure 10. System / OSD Language............................................................................................................17
Figure 11. System / security ........................................................................................................................17
Figure 12. System / Test Pattern.................................................................................................................20
Figure 13. System / Disable Channel ..........................................................................................................21
Figure 14. System / Control.........................................................................................................................21
Figure 15. Mode / PiP-Start .........................................................................................................................23
Figure 16. Backup........................................................................................................................................23
Figure 17. Recall..........................................................................................................................................24
Figure 18. Reset ..........................................................................................................................................24
Figure 19. Console, Video output ................................................................................................................26
Figure 20. Keyboard layout..........................................................................................................................26
Figure 21. Multi-Monitor setup.....................................................................................................................27
Figure 22. EDID display...............................................................................................................................28
Figure 23, Video input..................................................................................................................................28
Figure 24. Video Brightness / Contrast........................................................................................................29
Figure 25, Horizontal Position......................................................................................................................30
Figure 26. Screen width...............................................................................................................................31
Figure 27. Clock phase................................................................................................................................31
Figure 28. Video format ...............................................................................................................................32
Figure 29. Computer....................................................................................................................................32
Figure 30. Computer / Keyboard .................................................................................................................33
Figure 31. Computer / Mouse......................................................................................................................33
Figure 32. Computer / Reset PS/2...............................................................................................................34
Figure 33. Computer / Change EDID/DDC..................................................................................................34
Figure 34. EDID Programming ....................................................................................................................35
Figure 35. Help / Command.........................................................................................................................36
Figure 36. Help / About................................................................................................................................36
Figure 37. Help / Contact.............................................................................................................................37
Appendices
Page
Appendix A. Specifications ..........................................................................................................................49
Appendix B. Parts and cables......................................................................................................................49
Appendix C. Factory Defaults......................................................................................................................50
Appendix D. Supported Video-In Formats...................................................................................................51
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INTRODUCTION
System Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Rose Electronics QuadraVista™. The QuadraVista is the result of
Rose Electronics commitment to providing state-of-the-art KVM switching solutions for today’s
demanding workplace. The QuadraVista has proven to be a valuable investment for any
business or office that has a need to monitor, maintain, or control four or more computers
simultaneously from a common workstation.
The QuadraVista, Quad Video KVM Switch represents the latest in KVM switching technology. A
user can connect to, display, and control four computers from a single KVM station. To add
additional computers to the system, the QuadraVista can easily connect to additional
QuadraVista’s or interface to a KVM switch and connect to 1,000’s of computers.
The advanced design of the QuadraVista provides four viewing modes; Quad Screen, Dual
screen, Picture-in-Picture (PiP) and Full Screen. Control of a selected computer can be done
while in any of the four modes. View four computers in the quad screen mode and control any
one of them while monitoring, in real time, the other three computers. In the PiP mode you can
view one display on a full screen while monitoring smaller thumbnails of the other three
computers.
The KVM Station can be switched to any computer by simple keyboard commands or using the
on-screen menu system. This makes configuring, monitoring, and computer switching quick and
easy. With a few simple key commands, you can switch to any connected computer, change
views, customize the PiP position and size, set-up security for controlling access to the
QuadraVista, enable or disable selected channels, and much more.
The QuadraVista supports all combinations of both VGA and DVI video cards and monitors.
Each video port on the QuadraVista will automatically be configured for VGA or DVI.
Be more productive, organized and efficient with the dynamic new QuadraVista Quad Video KVM
switch from Rose Electronics.
• View four computers simultaneously in
the quad mode.
• Switch keyboard and mouse control to
any computer while viewing, in real time,
the other three computers.
• The QuadraVista handles analog VGA
and digital DVI video simultaneously.
• All combinations of VGA and DVI video
cards and monitors are supported.
Mixing VGA and DVI monitors and
graphic cards is no problem for the
QuadraVista.
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Features
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Connect to four computers making each video source viewable and controllable on a single
KVM station
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Four viewing modes; Quad Screen, Picture-in-Picture (PiP), Full Screen, and Dual screen
Quad mode displays four computers
on one screen
PiP mode displays one computer in full
screen with one or three thumbnail
displays of the other computers
Full Screen mode displays the
connected computer’s video full screen
Dual screen mode displays the left half
of the video from two channels
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On-screen menus for easy set-up, console configuration, computer switching, and use
Crisp, clear, high quality video with resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz
Automatic or selectable video in and video out resolutions
Keyboard commands and front panel controls for changing modes and channel selection
In the Quad mode, switch to and control any of the four screens while monitoring the other
three connections in real time
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VGA and DVI video signals are processed simultaneously
Supports PS/2 and USB computers (PCs, Sun, Mac)
Supports digital DVI devices (DVD players, HDTV tuners, etc)
Two USB ports for keyboard and mouse connections
Connect to KVM switches to view and control 1,000’s of computers, routers, Ethernet
switches or other serial devices
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Using an XLM-based DCP (Device Control Protocol), the QuadraVista can be controlled
remotely using a serial cable
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Quick and simple to install
Flash memory technology allows for fast and reliable upgrades
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Compatibility
Computers
PS/2, USB (including SUN and Mac)
VGA to UXGA / DVI
USB
Monitors
Keyboards (KVM side)
Mouse (KVM side)
Keyboard (Computer side)
Mouse (Computer side)
USB
USB, PC1, PC2, or PC3
USB, PS/2, or PS/2 wheel
Product Registration
Take advantage of the following when you register your Rose Electronics
products online at www.rose.com/htm/warranty.htm:
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Rose Standard Warranty Plus...
Free Lifetime Firmware Updates
Free Lifetime Technical Support
30 Day Money Back Guarantee
Priority “First-in-Line” Status for Tech Support
Package contents
The package contents consist of the following:
QuadraVista
Power cord
Rackmount kit
Flash upgrade cable
Installation and operations manual
If the package contents are not correct, contact Rose Electronics or your reseller, so the problem
can be quickly resolved.
Rose Electronics web site
for data center applications, classroom environments and other applications.
About this manual
This manual covers the installation and operation of QuadraVista.
Disclaimer
While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, the manufacturer
assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither does the manufacturer assume any
liability for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. The manufacturer
reserves the right to change the specifications, functions, or circuitry of the product without notice.
The manufacturer cannot accept liability for damages due to misuse of the product or other
circumstances outside the manufacturer’s control. The manufacturer will not be responsible for
any loss, damage, or injury arising directly or indirectly from the use of this product.
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MODELS
Figure 1. Front View
Selector buttons:
1 – 4
Quad
PiP
Computer select
Switches to quad screen view
Thumbnails of non-selected inputs
Quad + Pip* Displays the on-screen menu system
1 + 2*
Set output resolution to 640 x 480 @ 60Hz
Resets to unit defaults
3 + 4**
* buttons pressed simultaneously for longer than 1 second
** buttons pressed simultaneously for longer than 4 seconds
Figure 2. Rear View
Connectors
Power
Reset
RS232
IEC320
Resets unit to factory defaults (video, keyboard, and mouse)
RJ45 (Flash upgrade port or external device control)
User Station (1) DVI, (2) USB-A
Computers (4) DVI, PS/2 or USB-B
(“Y” adapter required for PS/2 computer connection)
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INSTALLATION
Installation
Please refer to the safety section first before proceeding with any installation or configuration of
the QuadraVista.
Installation of the QuadraVista consists of connecting the computers and KVM workstation to the
unit. The following steps can be used as a guideline for installing your QuadraVista. It is
recommended that you locate the QuadraVista as close as possible to the computers being
connected.
Installing the KVM station
Connect your KVM user station to the QuadraVista as shown in Figure 3. Connect a USB mouse
and USB keyboard to the corresponding USB ports on QuadraVista. If a PS/2 keyboard and
mouse are used, a PS/2 to USB converter must be used.
Next, connect a VGA (HD15F) or DVI monitor to the DVI-I port. If a VGA monitor is used, a VGA
(HD15F) to DVI converter cable must be used.
Figure 3. KVM Installation
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Installing the Computers
Connect up to four computers to the corresponding video (DVI-I), keyboard/mouse ports on the
QuadraVista as shown in Figure 4. It is recommended that the computers being connected and
QuadraVista be powered off until all cable connections have been made.
Connect a computer's video output port (DVI or VGA) to the QuadraVista's DVI-I connector for
computer #1. If a VGA (HD15F) connector is on the computer, a VGA to DVI cable must be used.
Next connect a USB cable from the computer's keyboard/mouse USB port to the QuadraVista's
USB input port. If the keyboard and mouse ports on the computer are PS/2, use a PS/2 "Y" cable
to connect from the computer's keyboard and mouse PS/2 ports to the PS/2 keyboard/mouse
input port on the QuadraVista.
Connect computer #2, #3, and #4 to the corresponding connectors on the QuadraVista's rear
panel. You are not limited in using the CPU ports to connect to a computer. The CPU port can
also be connected to a Rose KVM switch’s KVM port. This can provide access to as many as
1,000 computers or servers. The DVI video input can accept any analog or digital video signal
from devices like surveillance cameras, a DVD player, or other compatible video sources and
display it on your KVM monitor.
When all cable connections have been made, turn the power on to the QuadraVista and the
computers. All six front panel LEDs will flash momentarily, then the green QUAD led will light
indicating that the unit is ready for operation and the user monitor will display in the Quad mode,
showing all four computers video. If only two video sources are connected, quadrant 3 and 4 will
be blank.
PS/2 “Y” cable
Or
USB cable
DVI to DVI
Or
VGA to DVI cable
Figure 4. CPU Connect
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COMMANDS
Front Panel LEDs / Push-Button Commands
The front panel consists of 6 push buttons and 6 corresponding LEDs. The LEDs provide a visual
representation of what mode the QuadraVista is in, what computer channel is selected, and what
channels are receiving a video signal. The push buttons select a channel, select the quad or pip
mode, and invoke the on-screen-menu system.
LEDs 1-4 indicate which channel is selected. If the LED is green, the corresponding channel is
selected. If the LED blinks green, there is no video signal present on that selected channel. If
the LED is yellow, a video signal is present on that channel but not selected.
The Quad LED lights up green when the system is in the Quad mode. No light and the system is
in the full screen mode.
The PiP LED lights up green when the unit is in the PiP mode. No light when PiP is not selected.
(Note: LEDs 1-4 only indicate video status, not keyboard and mouse)
Channel 2 selected, channels 1, 3, and 4 receiving video
Push buttons 1-4 are used to select a channel and display in full screen, the connected video
source. If your system is in the Quad mode and you press buttons 1, 2, 3, or 4, that channel is
selected and the system automatically switches to full screen mode. Full screen or PiP mode
displays are not affected when a channel is selected.
Pressing the Quad button turns “ON or OFF” the Quad mode.
The PiP button activates different functions depending on what screen mode is active (Full, Quad,
or PiP mode).
In Full screen mode, the PiP button enables or disables the PiP feature.
In the Quad screen mode, pressing the PiP button enables a channel select window (Figure 5 ).
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In the Quad mode, the channel
selector window will switch active
channels each time the PiP
button is pressed. The channel
selector window will timeout and
disappear after a preset amount
of non-activity. Timeout value is
configured, from 1-30 seconds,
using the On-Screen-Display.
Figure 5. Channel select window
The front panel push-buttons have additional features as shown below. Simultaneously press and
hold for the designated time to active the feature.
Buttons 1 & 2 set the VGA resolution to 640 x 480
(Press and hold longer than 2 sec)
Buttons 3 & 4 perform a hardware reset for the video, keyboard, and mouse.
(Press and hold longer than 4 sec
Buttons Quad & PiP display the OSD menu.
(Press and hold longer than 1 sec)
For each of the push-button features, there is a corresponding keyboard command that will
perform the same feature. Following are the keyboard commands and their features.
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Keyboard Commands
The QuadraVista uses a “HOTKEY” to accept and process a keyboard command. When the
“HOTKEY” command is recognized by QuadraVista, the keyboard commands immediately
following instruct QuadraVista to perform a function, not the connected computer. The default
“HOTKEY” command is left CTRL + Alt keys pressed simultaneously followed by the command.
The “HOTKEY” can be configured using the OSD to a Multiple Key command or a Double Click
command.
The Multiple Key command can be modified from the default keys (left CTRL + ALT) to any
combination of the following keys (1 to 4): left CTRL, SHIFT, ALT, and WINDOWS keys.
Example:
Default HOTKEY
setting
The Double Click (one key, pressed twice = HOTKEY) command can be assigned to the left Ctrl,
Shift, Alt, or the Scroll Lock key.
Example:
Press key twice
To execute the following commands, press the assigned HOTKEY then, within 2 seconds
press the command key.
“HK” + Command
"HOTKEY" + O
"HOTKEY" + F
"HOTKEY" + P
"HOTKEY" + 1
"HOTKEY" + 2
"HOTKEY" + 3
"HOTKEY" + 4
"HOTKEY" + Q
"HOTKEY" + F1
"HOTKEY" + F2
"HOTKEY" + F3
"HOTKEY" + F4
"HOTKEY" + I
"HOTKEY" + V
Description
Invoke the on-screen menu system
Change display to full screen mode
Change display to PIP function
Switch to computer 1 (Full Screen)
Switch to computer 2 (Full Screen)
Switch to computer 3 (Full Screen)
Switch to computer 4 (Full Screen)
Change display to quad mode
Switch to quad mode and activate channel 1
Switch to quad mode and activate channel 2
Switch to quad mode and activate channel 3
Switch to quad mode and activate channel 4
PIP menu
Reset video resolution to 640 x 480 @ 60Hz
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ON SCREEN DISPLAY
On Screen Menu System
The QuadraVista has an easy to use menu system that enables you to customize the “System”,
“Mode”, “Configuration”, “Console”, “Video”, and “Computers”. Each section is described in detail
on the following pages. The On screen Menu System structure is shown below.
SECTION
System
SUB-SECTION
Hotkey
HotMouse
Quad Mode
OSD Position
OSD Language
Security
FEATURES
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Multiple Hotkey / Double Click Hotkey
HotMouse recognition / timeout
Timeout for channel selection
Position of OSD window
English / German
Set security level (1 – 8)
Test Pattern
Cross hairs – Color gradient – Rhombus
Rectangle – Stripes (3) – RGB Convergence –
Manufacturer
Disable Channel
Control
Inactivate unused channel(s)
Control the QuadraVista externally using the serial port
Mode
PiP
Start
Size, zoom, position, display mode
Set start configuration
Configuration Backup
Recall
Save current parameters
Restore last saved configuration
Reset to factory default settings
Factory Reset
Console
Video
Video Output
Keyboard
Multi-Monitor
EDID
Output resolution (auto or selection)
Keyboard layout (English, German)
Assigning mouse & keyboard to video
Display EDID data of monitor
Video Input
Brightness
Contrast
Horiz. Position
Vert. Position
Screen Width
Phase
Displays video input (DVI, VGA, VGA-DVI, or DVI-VGA)
Set brightness (analog mode only)
Set contrast (analog mode only)
Horizontal screen position
Vertical screen position
Set screen width (analog mode only)
Adjust phasing (analog mode only)
Fit input format to screen
Format
Computer
Help
Keyboard
Mouse
Reset PS/2
EDID/DDC
Display keyboard type (PC1, 2, 3, or USB)
Display mouse type (PS/2, PS/2 wheel, or USB)
Resets PS/2 mouse and keyboard
Program Input EDID
Command
About
Contact
List of keyboard commands
Revision level – Firmware / hardware
Contact information
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Main Menu
The Main Menu is called up by
pressing the assigned HotKey + O
(not zero) key. You can also
simultaneously press the Quad and
PiP front panel buttons. This is the
starting point for the OSD menus.
From the main menu you can set-
up the system, select the start-up
mode, and configure the system
features.
Each OSD menu feature is
described in this section.
System menu
The system Menu is called up by
highlighting SYSTEM from the
main menu and pressing enter.
From the system menu you can
set-up the Hotkey, Hotmouse,
Quad Mode, OSD Position,
change OSD languages,
security, display nine different
test patterns to fine tune the
video, disable channels and set-
up remote control features.
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ON SCREEN DISPLAY
System / HotKey
The system HOTKEY window is used to define the multiple keys HOTKEY and Double Click
HOTKEY features. To modify the HOTKEY features, call up the Main menu (Default = left Ctrl +
Alt + O key). From the Main menu, highlight “SYSTEM” and press enter. Highlight “HOTKEY”
and press enter. The SYSTEM / HOTKEY window shown in Figure 6 will display.
From this menu you can modify which
multiple keys and Double Click key
defines the HOTKEY. Use the arrow keys
to navigate through the menu. Select
“Yes” or “No” to choose 1-4 keys for the
HOTKEY.
Press the + key to switch to the double
click menu.
The double click HOTKEY activation
menu allows you to define which key to
double click on to be the HOTKEY.
Use the arrow keys to select one of four
key choices to define the double click
HOTKEY method.
Figure 6. HotKey menu
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When the multiple key and double click key assignment has been made, exit the menu system
and these values will be saved.
If you assigned the Control, Alt, and Shift keys (menu value = “Yes”) to be the multiple key
HOTKEY, then you must press these three keys simultaneously plus the command key.
If the shift key was assigned to be the double click HOTKEY, then you must press the shift key
twice then the command key.
System / HotMouse
The Hotmouse works similarly to the HOTKEY function where an operation is activated using only
the mouse. To use the Hotmouse feature, it first must be enabled. Navigate to the SYSTEM /
Hotmouse window and enable the Hotmouse (set to “Yes”) and set the timeout value (1 to 30
sec.). This determines how long the selection window is displayed.
Enabling the HOTMOUSE feature, you
can perform several functions using only
the mouse:
(Switch channels, size PiP window, and
other features)
Figure 7. System HotMouse
To activate the Hotmouse cursor feature, move the mouse rapidly in alternating horizontal
directions four times (Note: the Hotmouse must be enabled for this feature to function).
→ ← → ←
or
← → ← →
The Hotmouse cursor will change depending on the view mode. Activating the Hotmouse in the
Full screen mode will temporarily display the PiP images of the non-selected channels (see
below). Moving the cursor to a PiP image and clicking on the left mouse button will switch, full
screen, to that channel.
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Activating the Hotmouse in the Quad screen mode will display a box cursor with the active
channel number in the box (see below). Moving the cursor to any quadrant and clicking on the left
mouse button will switch control (keyboard / mouse) to that channel.
Active channel
Activating the Hotmouse in the PiP mode has three features;
1- Switch active full screen channels
Channel 2
active
Activate
Channel 3
active
(Keyboard/
mouse)
Hotmouse,
Move cursor to
PiP 3
Press left mouse
key
2- Move the PiP images vertically
Channel 2
active
Activate
Hotmouse,
Release mouse
key, PiP windows
are in new vertical
position
Move cursor to
PiP windows
Press/hold left
mouse key, move
PiP windows
vertically
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3- Modify the PiP image size
Activate the Hotmouse
and move the cursor to the
left edge of the PiP window.
Press and hold the left mouse button
and drag the PiP window to the left or
right to increase or decrease the PiP
size.
Hotmouse Menu
A menu is associated with the Hotmouse that can be called up to perform various functions based
on what screen mode the system is in. To activate the Hotmouse menu, first activate the
Hotmouse by moving the cursor rapidly to the left and right 4 times. When the Hotmouse cursor
appears, click the right mouse button and depending on the screen mode, the Hotmouse menu
will display.
In the Full screen or Quad mode, the Hotmouse
menu allows you to switch channels, change
display modes (quad, full, PiP, Dual), or
activate a channel.
In the PiP mode the Hotmouse menu allows
you to Switch channels, change the display
mode, change the position, size, and zoom of
the PiP images, change PiP mode (Triple gap,
no gap, tile), and set the scan time.
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System Quad Mode
From the system / quad mode menu you
can set the timeout of the quad selection
window.
Figure 8. System Quad Mode
System OSD Position
Selecting OSD position allows you to set
the screen position of the OSD menus.
Use the arrow keys to move the OSD
screen position
Figure 9. System / OSD Position
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System / OSD Language
Selecting OSD Language from the
System menu allows you to change the
language from English, Deutsch, or
Spanish. Use the up / down arrow keys to
select the desired language.
Figure 10. System / OSD Language
System / Security
Selecting the Security feature
displays the password screen. Enter
the predefined password and the
security window will display. Select
the security level (1 – 8). These
levels are defined below.
Figure 11. System / security
Following lists the security level and functions each level can access. Level 1 security can
perform all functions. Level 0 is the factory security setting which enables all functions.
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QuadraVista OSD security matrix
Menu
Sub-Menu
Security Level
1
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
2
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
3
4
5
6
7
8
System
Hotkey
HotMouse
Quad Mode
OSD Position
OSD Language
Security
Test Pattern
Disable Channel
Control
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
Mode
PiP
Start
Configuration
Backup
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
Recall
Factory Reset
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
Console
Video
Video Output
Keyboard
Multi-Monitor
EDID
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
Video Input
Brightness
Contrast
Horiz. Position
Vert. Position
Screen Width
Phase
y
Format
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
Computer
Help
Keyboard
Mouse
Reset PS/2
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
y
Command
About
Contact
y = Authorization to this OSD function is permitted
Security level 0 is the factory default setting. All settings are allowed and all functions enabled
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Additional security features are listed below for each security level. These features are in
addition to the OSD security levels listed above.
Security level 8 (most limited level) allows you to work only on pre-selected channel (computer)
in a predefined display mode (Quad / Full / PiP). Except the security menu, where you can
change the security level there are no other operations available.
Security level 7 is the same as security level 8. All OSD windows are available that have
information contents only (showing display modes, active channels and settings):
Security level 6 is the same as security level 7 with the addition of:
Active channel setting using front panel, keyboard, or mouse commands
Channel selection in Quad Mode using front panel PiP button
Security level 5 is the same as security level 6 with the addition of:
- Display mode setting (Quad / Full / PiP) using front panel buttons,
- keyboard or mouse commands
Security level 4 is the same as security level 5 with the following OSD additions:
- Modify PiP settings using HotMouse menu
- System - OSD Position
- Mode - PiP / Start features
- Configuration - Recall
- Video - format
Security level 3 is the same as security level 4 with the following OSD additions:
- System – OSD language
- Video – All video OSD features
Security level 2 is the same as security level 3 with the following OSD additions:
- System – Hotkey / Hotmouse / Quad Mode
- Console - keyboard
Security level 1 is the same as security level 2 with the additions of:
- Set video output to VGA using keyboard command (Hotkey V) or front panel buttons 1+2
- System – Disable channel
- Console – Multi-Monitor / Video output
- Computer – Mouse / Reset PS/2
- Video – Video input
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System / Test Pattern
Use the Test Pattern to check the
function of internal video circuits or
to check the quality of the connected
console monitor. It’s recommended
to use all the test patterns for the test
procedure.
Figure 12. System / Test Pattern
There are nine test patterns to assist in adjusting the colors and skew.
CROSSHAIRS
COLOR GRADIENT
RHOMBUS
RECTANGLE
STRIPES (3)
RGB CONVERGENCE
MANUFACTURER
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System / Disable Channel
Using this feature, the connected computers should be connected to the channel ports in
ascending order. Connecting computers to channel 1, 2, and 4 and selecting the number of
channels to be 3, channel 4 can not be displayed.
Use the Disable Channel function to
select the number of channels to
display. If computers are connected
to channel 1, 2, and 3, then select 3.
Figure 13. System / Disable Channel
System / Control
The system / control feature allows
setting up of the QuadraVista from a
computer or external device connected
to the serial port.
Selecting control allows external
control of the OSD.
Selecting synchronize will keep
cascaded QuadraVista units in the
same video mode.
See the Serial Operations Section.
Figure 14. System / Control
The DCP (Device Control Protocol) offers three modes, off, control and synchronize. Set the
DCP mode to “Control” if a single QuadraVista will be controlled from an external computer. Set
the mode to “Synchronize” if you system features several linked QuadraVista’s. When in this
mode the QuadraVista status is transmitted to the external computer. For local unit operation, set
the mode to off. See the Serial Operations section for detailed information on the DCP mode.
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MODE
Mode / PiP-Start
Selecting “MODE” and pressing enter displays the mode screen. Two mode selections are
available, PiP and Start. The PiP features and configuration can be set-up, and the channel and
mode setting on start-up.
The PiP menu allows you to change
from triple to single PiP. Triple display
shows the three non-active windows
on the right of the screen. Single
display shows only one non-active
window. PiP size, zoom, and offset
from the top of the screen can be set.
PiP display modes:
Triple – Displays the three non-active
channels
Single – Displays one non-active channel
Fixed – Permanently displays one
non-active channel
Scan – Scans non-active channels in
one PiP window (scan time
1-9 sec)
Direct – Permanently displays one
non-active channel. Select
the desired channel to
display directly.
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Selecting Start from the MODE menu
defines which channel is active, the
display mode, and the PiP settings
when power is applied.
Figure 15. Mode / PiP-Start
Configure
Configure / Backup, Recall, Factory Reset
The backup command saves the current device settings.
Figure 16. Backup
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The recall command replaces the current settings with the latest backup.
Figure 17. Recall
The Factory Reset command resets the unit to the original factory settings
See Appendix C. for factory reset values.
Figure 18. Reset
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Console
Video output / Keyboard / Multi-Monitor / EDID
Selecting “Console” from the main menu displays the options for the video output, keyboard,
Multi-monitor, and EDID.
Setting the video output
to “auto” the QuadraVista
will read the connected
monitor’s configuration
data and set the mode,
resolution, and frequency
based on the monitors
DDC table. Use the up /
down arrow keys to
select a specific mode,
resolution, and
frequency. The new
setting will display for 10
seconds. Within this
time, press Enter / select
to accept the new video
output setting. No
change is executed if
enter is not pressed
within the 10 second
period.
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Changing the video resolution will
display the notification window
shown to the right. Press Enter to
accept the new setting or any other
key for no change.
Figure 19. Console, Video output
Console / Keyboard
The keyboard option sets the
keyboard language to English,
German, Spanish, French, or
Italian
Figure 20. Keyboard layout
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Console / Multi-Monitor
The QuadraVista can be set-up to connect to computers with multiple video outputs. Selecting
Multi monitor opens the Multi monitor window. If your computer uses a graphic card with two
video outputs, assign the computers keyboard and mouse for Monitor 1 and 2 to channel 1.
Example – Multi-Monitor
PC(1) Dual Video keyboard/mouse/video1 to input
#1, video2 to input #2.
KVM Switch (3) to input #3
KVM Switch (4) to input #4
Set Multi-Monitor options to:
Monitor 1: Channel 1
Monitor 2: Channel 1
Monitor 3: Channel 3
Monitor 4: Channel 4
Figure 21. Multi-Monitor setup
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Console / EDID
The EDID menu, when selected, will read
and display the EDID data of your console
monitor. Extended Display Identification
Data is a VESA standard data format that
contains basic information about a monitor
and its capabilities, including vendor
information, maximum image size, color
characteristics, factory pre-set timings,
frequency range limits, and character
strings for the monitor name and serial
number
Figure 22. EDID display
Video
From the main menu, selecting Video will display a menu that allows you to view or change the
connected computers video information, set the brightness, contrast, horizontal position, vertical
position, screen width, phase, and format. Selecting Video Input will display the video information
QuadraVista has automatically detected from the four video inputs (Plug & Play).
Video / Video Input
In the lower part of the Video Input window you define which video input is selected for display. If
both signal inputs DVI/VGA or VGA/DVI are selected, the first one will be processed and
displayed. If there is no signal present the other automatically will be selected and processed
The "S" column shows the type of video detected,
a = analog, d = digital, g = sync on green,
c = composite sync
Figure 23, Video input
Appendix D shows the video formats QuadraVista can support
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Video / Brightness / Contrast
Using the brightness / contrast menu, you can adjust video brightness and contrast for each
analog video input. Using he arrow keys, select the computer to adjust and increase or decrease
the brightness or contrast.
This setting is used to adjust
brightness or contrast of the
analog input signal for the
desired computer.
Figure 24. Video Brightness / Contrast
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Video / Horizontal and Vertical position
The Horizontal position menu is used to adjust the position of a computer's screen manually
To adjust the horizontal position, select the computer to adjust, and then select the auto/man field.
Select "Man" and adjust the position using the + and – keys. It is recommended that the “Auto”
setting be used for all computers.
The Vertical position menu is used to
adjust the position of a computer's
screen manually
To adjust the vertical position, select
the computer to adjust, and then
select the auto/man field. Select
"man" and adjust the position using
the + and – keys. It is recommended
that the Auto setting be used for all
computers.
Figure 25, Horizontal Position
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Video / Screen width
The width of the screen can be adjusted
to improve screen quality by selecting
the screen width menu, the computer to
modify, and adjusting the number of
horizontal pixels
Figure 26. Screen width
Video / Phase
If a computer's phasing is incorrect
(blurring screen, incorrect contrast) use
the Phase menu to adjust the video
phasing from the detected value.
Figure 27. Clock phase
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Video / Format
Wide screen monitors (aspect ratio 16:10)
normally display black borders on the left
and right side of the display. Setting “Fit
to screen” to Yes so that computer will
resize the image to fill the entire quadrant
or PiP.
Figure 28. Video format
Computer
Selecting Computer from the main menu will display the features that can be displayed or
modified for each computer connection.
Figure 29. Computer
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Computer / Keyboard
Selecting keyboard and pressing enter will
display the type of keyboard the system
has detected for each connected
computer (USB, PC1, PC2, or PC3).
Figure 30. Computer / Keyboard
Computer / Mouse
Selecting mouse and pressing enter will
display the type of mouse the system has
detected for each connected computer
(USB, PS/2, or PS/2 wheel)
The Mouse positioning USB: lower section
allows you to choose absolute mouse
positioning when a device is connected to
the console that supports absolute
coordinates such as graphic trays, screen
pads or KVM extenders.
Figure 31. Computer / Mouse
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Computer / Reset PS/2
Select Reset PS/2 when the keyboard or
mouse have been disconnected or get out
of sync.
Use the arrow keys or the “+” and “-“ keys
to select the channel to reset and press
enter / select.
Figure 32. Computer / Reset PS/2
Computer / Change EDID/DDC
Select Change EDID / DDC to add two
selectable video modes to the list of video
modes available at each of the four video
ports.
Use the left, right arrow keys (ꢀꢁ) to
select the first video mode to add. Once
selected, use the up, down arrow keys
(ꢂꢃ) to select the second video mode to
add. Use the left, right arrow keys (ꢀꢁ)
to select the second video mode to add.
When both video modes have been
selected, use the up, down arrow keys
(ꢂꢃ) to select signal and the left, right
arrow keys (ꢀꢁ) to select analog or
digital.
With all entries completed, select “WRITE”
and press ENTER / SELECT and the
window shown on the right in Figure 34
will open.
Figure 33. Computer / Change EDID/DDC
(Procedure continued on next page)
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When the window to the above right
displays and before pressing ENTER /
SELECT twice, disconnect the console
monitor cable and the computer monitor
port to program. Connect a DVI male to
male cable from the video output to the
computer video input to program (1-4).
The video will go blank and programming
must be executed blindly. When the DVI
cable has been connected, press ENTER
/ SELECT twice to program the additional
video modes. Reconnect the console
monitor and computer monitor cable and
the display to the right will display.
Repeat this procedure for the other three
video input ports if necessary.
Figure 34. EDID Programming
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Help
Selecting the help section will display the keyboard command list, about, and contact information.
The Command List option will display the keyboard commands recognized by QuadraVista.
Figure 35. Help / Command
The About section informs you of information pertaining to the QuadraVista.
Figure 36. Help / About
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The Contact section provides you with information on who to contact for technical assistance and
other information.
Figure 37. Help / Contact
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SERIAL OPERATION
Serial Features
QuadraVista can be configured or controlled from a remote computer by connecting a serial cable
from the computer’s COM port to the QuadraVista’s serial input port.
To remotely configure the QuadraVista (Display / execute the OSD features only), download the
support section and install it on a remote windows based computer. Next, call up the OSD from
the local console and navigate to the “System, Control” section and change the DCP mode
setting to “control”.
Connect a serial cable from COM1 or COM2 port on the remote Laptop or PC to the RS232 port
on the rear panel of QuadraVista as shown below
Remote
Laptop or PC
Serial
Cable
RS 232
DB9F to RJ45M
Port
P/N CAB-QVRJ006
Figure 38, Serial connections
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Execute the Serial Communication software and the window shown below will display.
Click on the ICON to connect and display the OSD on the remote computer
Remotely navigate within the OSD menu system from the remote computer the same way as you
would using the local console. All OSD menus can be accessed using the arrow keys and the
Enter / Select key.
DCP Synchronizing Multiple Units
In systems that use multiple QuadraVista’s, the display mode can be synchronized so all units are
the same display mode. To accomplish this, first display the OSD and navigate to the “Control”
section (System, Control). Use the up/down arrow keys to select “Synchronization”, then exit the
OSD.
Each time you restart a V-Switch quad set to synchronization, it will send all its settings to the
next connected device. This process also takes place after activating Synchronization in the
OSD menu.
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Connect the multiple unit system as shown below using a special “Y” serial cable.
When starting a chain of devices, always start by first switching on the device at the end of the
chain. When the device has completed its startup phase and sent its DCP messages, switch on
the next device in the chain. Finally, switch on the first device in the chain, which synchronizes
the settings of all other devices in the chain with its own settings as it starts up. The synchronized
chain can have any length.
Do not connect the last unit to the first to create a loop.
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DCP/XML Feature
The QuadraVista can be controlled remotely from a PC or laptop connected to the RS232 port
(serial) using the DCP/XML feature. This feature is different from the OSD serial features. The
serial feature allows only the OSD functions to be performed. The DCP/XML feature sends a
DCP/XML message containing the defined elements like switching to a given port, changing the
display mode, defining the PiP features, and other items.
To use the DCP/XML feature, connect the system in the serial configuration as shown in
Figure 38. The PC or laptop must have a serial communication program installed like
HyperTerminal. Configure the communication program for the following:
•
•
•
•
•
Transfer rate – 57600 Baud
Data Bits – 8
No parity
Stop Bit – 1
No flow control
Connect to QuadraVista and send the DCP/XML text message containing the controlling script. A
simple example of sending a DCP/XML text message that will switch ports is shown below.
Tabbed spacing in the below example is for readability only; the actual text file does not need the
spacing.
<dcp-xml>
<device>
<mode>
<console>
<channel>0</channel>
</console>
<video>
<channel>0</channel>
</video>
</mode>
</device>
</dcp-xml>
This example switches the console and video to channel 0
Note: DCP/XML channel 0 = QuadraVista channel 1
DCP/XML channel 1 = QuadraVista channel 2
DCP/XML channel 2 = QuadraVista channel 3
DCP/XML channel 3 = QuadraVista channel 4
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An example of a DCP/XML message containing all defined elements is shown below:
<dcp-xml>
<device>
<type>VSQ</type>
<version>
<dcp-protocol>1.0</dcp-protocol>
<hardware>32</hardware>
<software>1.30</software>
</version>
<mode>
<console>
<channel>0</channel>
</console>
<video>
<channel>0</cjannel>
<layout>full</layout>
<pip>
<layout>triple-gap</layout>
<size>15</size>
<offset>5</offset>
<direct>
<channel>0</channel>
</direct>
<fixed>
<channel>0</channel>
</fixed>
<scan-time>1</scan-time>
</pip>
</video>
</mode>
</decide>
</dcp-xml>
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DCP/XML System Querying
Using the DCP/XML feature, the QuadraVista can be queried to request setting information.
Queries are only replied to in the DCP control mode. Sending the below text script to
QuadraVista using Hyper Terminal, queries for the entire device status:
<dcp-xml/>
Queries can be combined with changes in one text script. The following is an example of
querying for the console information and setting the video to channel 1.
<dcp-xml>
<device>
<mode>
<console/>
<video>
<channel>0</channel>
</video>
</mode>
</device>
</dcp-xml>
The console and video are queried in the below script.
<dcp-xml>
<device>
<mode>
<console/>
<video>
<channel/>
</video>
</mode>
</device>
</dcp-xml>
The response to the above query is:
<dcp-xml>
<device>
<mode>
<console>
<channel>0</channel>
</console>
<video>
<channel>0</channel>
</video>
</mode>
</device>
</dcp-xml>
The above response shows that the console and video are connected to channel 1.
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DCP error messages:
malformed xml
Malformed XML.
tag mismatch
Opening and closing tags do not match.
tag not closed
Opening tag without matching closing tag. Only occurs with
Simple Elements. In the case of Complex Elements, a
timeout error is reported.
subtag in simple element
tag name too long
wrong data type
A simple element contains a subtag.
Tag name exceeding 16 characters.
Incorrect data type. For list types, such as Device Name,
this error message also refers to values not included in the
list.
content too long
timeout
Contents of a Simple Element exceeding 30 characters.
Receive timeout. This error message is displayed if a DCP
message is not complete after expiry of the timeout, but no
other error has occurred.
parser stack overflow
This error occurs when unknown elements are nested too
deeply, or in the case of an internal error.
internal parser error
unknown error
Internal error parser error.
Unknown error.
DCP Communication
DCP/XML messages exceeding 38 characters must be divided into individual lines before being
sent to a device.
Replies sent by a device are also divided into lines.
When sending a DCP message, the following constraints apply:
Linefeed: LF
Linefeed (0x0A) is used as terminating character of each line.
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Whitespace: TAB, SPACE, CR
Whitespace characters are TAB (0x09), Space (0x20) and Carriage Return (0x0D).
Whitespace may occur anywhere between two tags, except at the start of a line and inside
simple elements
Whitespace is ignored.
Line length: maximum 38 characters
The line length may not exceed 38 characters.
(Not including the terminating LF.)
Timeout: 750 ms
Timeout for DCP messages is 750 milliseconds.
DCP messages containing errors are not regarded as completed until the timeout period
has elapsed.
Therefore, it is recommended to wait for this time between DCP messages to allow the
parser to handle possible errors.
Correct messages are processed immediately upon completion.
Unknown elements
Unknown tags in a DCP message are ignored for the sake of upwards compatibility of the
protocol.
Messages containing unknown elements must still be syntactically correct.
Unknown tags may not be nested deeper than 5 levels.
Empty elements
An empty element is an opening tag immediately followed by a closing tag.
((tag)) may be abbreviated as ((tag))
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SERVICE and MAINTENANCE
Service Information
Maintenance and Repair
This Unit does not contain any internal user-serviceable parts. In the event a Unit needs repair or
maintenance, you must first obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number from Rose Electronics or
an authorized repair center. This Return Authorization number must appear on the outside of the
shipping container.
See Limited Warranty for more information.
When returning a Unit, it should be double-packed in the original container or equivalent, insured
and shipped to:
Rose Electronics
Attn: RA__________
10707 Stancliff Road
Houston, Texas 77099 USA
Technical Support
If you are experiencing problems, or need assistance in setting up, configuring or operating your
QuadraVista, consult the appropriate sections of this manual. If, however, you require additional
information or assistance, please contact the Rose Electronics Technical Support Department at:
Phone: (281) 933-7673
E-Mail: [email protected]
Technical Support hours are from: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm CST (USA), Monday through Friday.
Please report any malfunctions in the operation of this Unit or any discrepancies in this manual to
the Rose Electronics Technical Support Department.
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SAFETY
Safety
The QuadraVista has been tested for conformance to safety regulations and requirements, and
has been certified for international use. Like all electronic equipment, the QuadraVista should be
used with care. To protect yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the
Unit, read and follow these safety instructions.
Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this Unit.
Except where explained in this manual, do not attempt to service this Unit yourself.
Do not use this Unit near water.
Assure that the placement of this Unit is on a stable surface.
Provide proper ventilation and air circulation.
Keep connection cables clear of obstructions that might cause damage to them.
Use only power cords, power adapter and connection cables designed for this Unit.
Keep objects that might damage this Unit and liquids that may spill, clear from this Unit. Liquids
and foreign objects might come in contact with voltage points that could create a risk of fire or
electrical shock.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this Unit. Always unplug this Unit from its electrical
outlet before cleaning.
Unplug this Unit refer servicing to a qualified service center if any of the following conditions
occur:
y
y
y
y
y
The connection cables are damaged or frayed.
The Unit has been exposed to any liquids.
The Unit does not operate normally when all operating instructions have been followed.
The Unit has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
The Unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
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Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements
Safety information
Documentation reference symbol. If the product is marked with this symbol, refer to the
product documentation to get more information about the product.
WARNING A WARNING in the manual denotes a hazard that can cause injury or death.
CAUTION A CAUTION in the manual denotes a hazard that can damage equipment.
Do not proceed beyond a WARNING or CAUTION notice until you have understood the
hazardous conditions and have taken appropriate steps.
Grounding
These are Safety Class I products and have protective earthing terminals. There must be an un-
interruptible safety earth ground from the main power source to the product’s input wiring
terminals, power cord, or supplied power cord set. Whenever it is likely that the protection has
been impaired, disconnect the power cord until the ground has been restored.
Servicing
There are no user-serviceable parts inside these products. Only service-trained personnel must
perform any servicing, maintenance, or repair.
The user may adjust only items mentioned in this manual.
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APPENDICES
Appendix A. Specifications
Resolution
1900 x 1200
Video
VGA to UXGA / DVI
compatibility
Keyboard
Mouse
USB / PS/2 (Computers), USB (KVM)
USB / PS/2 (Computers), USB (KVM)
Dimensions
Weight
W- 17.125" / D – 9.125" / H – 1.75"
6.3 lbs
Approval
Europe: CE
Appendix B. Parts and cables
Part Number
Description
QV-4KVMDVI
QuadraVista unit
CAB-DVIIMMnnn
CAB-DVIIMFnnn
CAB-DVIIMVMnnn
CAB-DVIIMVFnnn
CAB-DVIDMMnnn
CAB-USBABnnn
CAB-CXUSBCnnn
CAB-CXV66MMnnn
CAB-C1VS0600Cnnn
CAB-MD6MMnnn
CAB-MD6M2MD6M
CAB-QVRJ006
DVI-I to DVI-I (male/male)
DVI-I to DVI-I (male/female)
VGA to DVI-I (male/male)
DVI-I to VGA (male/female)
DVI-D to DVI-D (male/male)
USB-A to USB-B (male/male)
DB25 to VGA/USB
VGA/PS2 to VGA/PS2 (male/male)
DB25 to VGA-PS/2
PS/2 to PS/2 (male/male)
PS/2 “Y” cable
Serial DB9 to RJ45 cable
DVI-I to VGA adapter
ACC-DVIMVF
RM-QV19
Rack Mount kit
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Appendix C. Factory Defaults
The Below table shows the factory default settings. When “Factory Reset” is executed, the unit
configuration is changed from the user settings to the below default settings.
Section
Function
Default Setting
SYSTEM
Hotkey
Hotmouse
Ctrl + Alt
On / 5 Sec.
Timeout = 5 Sec.
Centered
English
None (Level 0)
None
None
Quad Mode
OSD Position
OSD Language
Security
Test Pattern
Disable Channel
Control
Off
MODE
Pip
Size = 15%; Zoom = 1; Mode = triple; gap,
Offset = 0%
Start
Quad / active channel = 1
CONFIGURE
CONSOLE
Backup
Recall
Factory Reset
User initiated
User initiated
User initiated
Video Output
Keyboard
Multi-Monitor
EDID
Auto
English
Monitor 1, 2, 3, 4 = channel 1, 2, 3, 4
Display information only
VIDEO
Video Input
Brightness
Contrast
Horiz. Position
Vert. Position
Screen width
Phase
DVI / VGA (all channels)
58.2% (all analog channels)
63.5% (all analog channels)
auto (all channels)
auto (all channels)
+0 (all channels)
+0 (all channels)
Format
No (all channels)
COMPUTER
HELP
Keyboard
Mouse
Reset PS/2
Change EDID / DDC
N/A
N/A
N/A
No
Command
About
Contact
N/A (Lists available keyboard commands)
N/A (Displays unit information, version)
N/A (Displays contact information)
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Appendix D. Supported Video-In Formats
Mode
Resolution
Rate
Rate
Mode
Resolution
Rate
Rate
Analog Digital
Analog Digital
CGA
640 x 350
640 x 400
720 x 400
720 x 400
640 x 480
640 x 480
640 x 480
640 x 480
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1152 x 864
1152 x 900
1280 x 720
1280 x 720
1280 x 720
85
85
70
85
60
72
75
85
56
60
72
75
85
60
70
75
85
75
66
-
85
85
HDTVp
WXGA
WXGAp
UWXGA
UWXGA
SXGA
1280 x 720
1280 X 768
1366 X 768
1280 x 960
1280 x 960
1280 x 1024
1280 x 1024
1280 x 1024
1280 x 1024
1280 x 1024
1400 x 1050
1600 x 1024
1600 x 1200
1600 x 1200
1600 x 1200
1600 x 1200
1680 x 1050
1920 X 1080
1920 X 1080
1920 X 1080
-
60
60
CGA
60
-
EGA
70
22-60
60
EGA
85
60
85
50
60
72
75
85
VGA
22-60
72
85
VGA
50
VGA
75
SXGA
60
VGA
85
SXGA
72
SVGA
SVGA
SVGA
SVGA
SVGA
XGA
22-56
60
SXGA
75
SXGA
85
72
SXGA
75
SGI
60
50
60
50
60
60
50
60
50
60
85-180
22-60
70
UXGA
UXGA
UXGAr
UXGAr
WSXGA
HDTVp
HDTVp
HDTVp
XGA
XGA
75
XGA
85
WXGA
SUN
75
-
-
-
-
-
22-24
50
66
HDTVp
HDTVp
HDTVp
22-50
60
60
-
WUXGA 1920 X 1200
WUXGA 1920 X 1200
22-50
60
-
22-50
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Phone (281) 933-7673
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