Description:

The USB-844-BC "MegaCast"™ USB Keyboard Multiplier / Broadcaster routes the output of a single PC keyboard, to as many as four PCs simultaneously. It is idealy suited for applications requiring redundant keyboard input, such as the testing and administration of multiple PCs, data entry, and for demonstrations and instruction. The USB-844-BC Keyboard Multiplier / Broadcaster is compact, easy to install, and supports all popular USB keyboards.

At the heart of the USB-844-BC "MegaCast"™ USB Keyboard Multiplier / Broadcaster is Vetra's advanced, patented technology, which provides and supports true USB functionality through the Broadcaster. The connected keyboard enumerates correctly and may be "hot-plugged" at any time, and the connected PCs may be powered up and down in any order. This unique architecture of the USB-844-BC "MegaCast"™ USB Keyboard Multiplier / Broadcaster ensures error free boot up and device driver loading for each connected PC, and allows the Broadcaster to operate transparently with all USB compatible PCs, PC operating systems, and applications.For applications requiring rack mounting, an optional 2U height rack mount tray is available (see Accessories ).

All Vetra KVM Products are designed and manufactured in the USA for enterprise mission-critical applications and are backed by a Limited 3-year Warranty. For more information on this product or our complete line of KVM solutions, please contact us at sales@vetra.com

OPERATION:

After all connections are made and the PCs are powered up, the front panel power indicator will illuminate indicating that the unit is ready to transmit USB keyboard data. Any keystroke from the connected USB keyboard will be routed to USB ports of all the connected PCs simultaneously.

All shifted keyboard functions will work properly, however, due to design constraints, keyboard back link commands issued from the PC may not be passed to the connected keyboard. What this means is that if you set the CAPS LOCK button on your keyboard, the keyboard will generate shifted (capital) characters, but the CAPS LOCK indicator LED on the connected keyboard may not be illuminated.

Features:

• Designed and manufactured in the USA
• Backed by a Limited 3 Year Warranty
• Patented technology provides full USB functionality through the MegaCast™!
• Supports all popular USB keyboards
• The MegaCast™ is completely transparent to all PC's, operating systems, and programs
• Each PC boots error free, and PC's can be powered up or down in any sequence
• Uses inexpensive standard cables
• A 2U height rack mount tray is available for rack mount installation

Models:

USB-844-BC: MegaCast™ 4 port USB Keyboard Multiplier / Broadcaster. Routes the output of a single USB keyboard, to as many as four USB PCs simultaneously. $299.00

All prices are subject to change without notice.
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Connections:

Standard USB type A-B cables are used to connect the MegaCast™ to the USB ports of the PCs. You may use your cables, or ours (see Accessories ). The captive cable that is part of the USB keyboard is used to connect this device to the MegaCast™.

Specifications:

Dimensions for the USB-844-BC MegaCast™ are 2.63 in H x 8.08 in W x 6.32 in D (6.68 cm x 20.52 cm x 16.05 cm). The housing is molded of black GE Cycolac-T, a high impact ABS material, and is internally shielded with an acrylic base nickel coating for RFI attenuation. Front and rear panels are fabricated from .062 in thick aluminium and finished with low gloss paint. Power to the USB-844-BC MegaCast™ is supplied by a wall mount power supply (VIP-210) provided with the unit. FCC and CE marked. Shipping weight is less than 3 lbs per unit.

Environmental
                     Operating Temp:            5 to 104 deg. F (-15 - 40 deg. C)
                     Storage Temp:              -4 to 122 deg. F (-20 - 50 deg. C)

Supported Hardware
                     Computer:                    All USB compatible PCs
                    
                    Peripherals:                   all USB keyboards w/o onboard hubs

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