ATEN CS-114A User Guide Manual

Summary

The Master View CS-114A is a robust 4 Port KVM Switch designed for efficient multi-computer management. This specialized control unit allows users to access four independent PC systems using a single monitor, keyboard, and mouse set. Ideal for offices or lab environments needing cost and space savings, the switch features hotkey selection, pushbutton switching, and seamless operation with no software installation required. The accompanying manual guides you through simple physical setup, operational procedures, essential connection requirements (VGA/PS/2), and advanced status monitoring using integrated LEDs.

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Read this guide thoroughly and follow the installation and operation proce- dures carefully in order to prevent any damage to the units and/or any de- vices that connect to them. This package contains: 1 Master View CS-114A KVM Switch 1 Power Adapter 1 User Manual If anything is damaged or missing, contact your dealer.

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Page 1 Read this guide thoroughly and follow the installation and operation proce- dures carefully in order to prevent any damage to the units and/or any de- vices that connect to them. This package contains...

Page 2 The Master View CS-114A 4 Port KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse), Switch is a control unit that allows access to four computer systems from a single PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse, and monitor console in a cost...

Page 3 One VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any PC in the installation One PS/2 Mouse One PS/2 Style Keyboard The following equipment must be instal...

Page 4 1. On Line and Selected LEDs: When an On Line LED is lit, it indicates that the computer at- tached to the corresponding port is up and running. When a Selected LED is lit, it indicates that the port ...

Page 5 1. Power Jack The CS-114A is designed to be non-powered (external power is not required - its operation power comes from the computers). In general, the only time that external power is required is wh...

Page 6 "#$ "% To prevent damage to your installation due to ground potential difference, make sure that all devices on the installation are properly grounded. Under non-powered operation, t...

Page 7 & % To control even more computers, up to four additional Master View CS-114A units can be cascaded from the CPU ports of the First Stage unit. The cascaded Master Views that connect back to ...

Page 8 &' % The procedures for setting up a three stage installation are essentially the same as for a two stage installation. With a three stage setup, however, as many as 64 computers can be cont...

Page 9 (%##% If it becomes necessary to Power Off one of the Master View units, before starting it back up you must do the following: 1. Shut down all the computers that are attached to...

Page 10 Hotkey Port Selection Hotkey Port Selection allows you to select the active computer directly from the keyboard. The Master View CS-114A provides the following Hotkey Port Selection features: Selectin...

Page 11 To access a computer attached to a Second Stage unit, key in a two digit number for the Port ID (press and release each number separately). The first digit represents the CPU Port number (1 - 4), on t...

Page 12 Last/Next Mode: Last/Next mode enables you to easily switch from the currently active computer to the previous or next available computer in the installation. There are two methods of invoking Last/Ne...

Page 13 Activity DIP Switch Combination Port Select 3 On [Alt+Ctrl+Shift] Port ID [Enter] 3 Off [LCtrl+RCtrl] Port ID [Enter] Auto Scan 3 On [Alt+Ctrl+Shift] [Enter] 3 Off [LCtrl+RCtrl] [Enter] Basic Last/Nex...

Page 14 .( ' % Note: The default position for all settings is ON. Scan Time - Switch 1 & 2: Seconds Switch1 Switch2 On On Off On On Off Off Off Hotkey Select - Switch 3 / Last/Next Mode Select...

Page 15 sockets. Keyboard needs to be Unplug the keyboard from the Console reset. Keyboard Port, then plug it back in. Master View is in Auto Press the [Spacebar] to exit Auto Scan or Scan or Last/Next Mode. ...

Page 16 Video Problems Resolution and/or This unit supports VGA, SVGA, Multisync, Bandwidth set too high. and XGA (interlaced), with resolutions of up to 1920x1440. The maximum bandwidth is 180 MHz. Cable qua...

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Brand	ATEN
Pages	16
File Size	662.92 KB
Published	May 15, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of operating systems does it support?

It is compatible with all operating systems because it intercepts keyboard input directly.

Are there any software or installation routines needed?

No, there is no software to configure, nor any installation routines required for use.

How many computers can the system manage?

The unit can be cascaded up to three levels, allowing control of up to 64 computers.

How do I reset a stuck keyboard and mouse input?

Simultaneously press the Port1 / Port2 switch combination for three seconds while using the K/M Reset function.