Lindy 32 342 - Manual (Page 25)

LINDY CPU Switch USB Installation and Use Page 25
3.6 Mouse control (model 32 341 only)
The LINDY CPU Switch USB’s channels may be changed using a three button
mouse or IntelliMouse. In order to switch to the next channel simply hold down the
central mouse button or wheel button and click on the left hand mouse button. The
channel will then change to the next channel. The next channel may be the next
active channel or the next channel in numerical sequence depending on the setting
of option switch 8 (see section 2.4.3).
3.7 Autoscan mode
Autoscan mode may be selected by holding the front panel key down for 5 seconds
or by using the keyboard hotkeys. When autoscan mode has been activated the
front panel display will alternately show a rotating segment and the currently
selected channel. The video from each computer will be displayed for the time
period selected by option switch 7 (either 2 seconds or 5 seconds). During autoscan
all the USB peripherals remain disconnected and only the video signals are
switched through. Depending upon the position of option switch 8, the LINDY CPU
Switch USB will lock-on to all the computer ports or just the active computer ports.
Many modern monitors are fitted with automatic power save relays and will
switch off after a few seconds if connected to an inactive PC. If you are using
such a monitor you must not scan inactive ports. Constant switching on and
off of your monitor’s relay will eventually damage your monitor.
3.8 The optional remote controller
An optional remote controller is available which replicates the front panel key and
display, but can be located remotely from the LINDY CPU Switch USB. The remote
controller plugs into the options port on the back of the LINDY CPU Switch USB
(see figures 1 and 2). This remote controller is particularly useful in applications
where the LINDY CPU Switch USB is located away from the user’s desktop. The
remote controller can be conveniently attached to your keyboard with a couple of
Velcro strips to give instant channel information and key control. The key and
display on the remote controller perform exactly the same function as the key and
display on the front panel of the LINDY CPU Switch USB. The remote controller is
supplied with a 3 metre cable but this may be extended if necessary to 20 metres.