KVM for MaxColor Systems

• Overview
• Supported KVM Devices
• Supported Firmware
• Activation Command
• Troubleshooting

Overview

KVM describes the ability for a USB device connected to a MaxColor Receiver to communicate to a USB device connected to a MaxColor Transmitter.

MaxColor KVM links automatically when the connection is moved to a new Transmitter; no activation is needed.

For a broad overview of KVM, please see KVM Overview.

Supported KVM Devices

• USB 2.0
  • Keyboard
  • Mouse
  • Touchscreen
  • Gaming Controller or Joystick
  • Flash drive
  • PTZ camera control
  • Webcam video

Supported Firmware

KVM Support begins on firmware:

• MAX v3.7.3

Command

Send this command to the MaxColor Receiver over telnet to re-initialize USB without switching sources. Use only if the KVM sink reboots and USB does not link automatically.

usb connect

Once the command is sent, the Receiver will link USB to the Transmitter it is currently watching.

To link to a different Transmitter, switch the Receiver to watch the Transmitter and resend the command.

Troubleshooting

KVM is fairly plug-and-play, but if the KVM connection is not working, check and confirm these things:

1. USB connection on both Transmitter and Receiver ends are properly connected. Unplug and replug to confirm proper seating.
2. Connect the USB device directly to the PC, bypassing the Just Add Power Transmitter and Receiver. This will confirm that the KVM device is functioning and is compatible with the PC it is connected to.
3. Bypass any USB hubs or other devices that are between the Transmitter or Receiver and the KVM device.