Adder CCS-XB8 – 8-Channel LED ID Expansion Box

Product Overview

The Adder CCS-XB8 is an 8-channel LED ID expansion box for the Adder CCS-PRO range, giving operators a clear visual indicator of which screen currently holds keyboard and mouse focus. Designed as a command and control LED illumination module for CCS-PRO8 Free-Flow installations, it places an LED indicator on each monitor so users tracking many displays always know where their input is going. For multi-screen operator desks, this screen focus indicator for KM switching removes hesitation and input errors in fast-moving environments.

Product Description

In a Free-Flow setup, the CCS-PRO switch moves keyboard and mouse control between computers simply by gliding the cursor across screen boundaries. With six or eight displays in front of an operator, it is easy to lose track of the active system — and a keystroke sent to the wrong computer can have real consequences in command and control settings.

The CCS-XB8 solves this by mounting a discreet LED indicator on each screen. The indicator on the display that currently holds keyboard and mouse focus lights, confirming the active channel at a glance. The color and intensity of each LED can be controlled per screen, so installations can match indicator behavior to room lighting and operator preference.

The expansion box connects to the CCS-PRO switch and supplies eight LED indicators, with the platform supporting up to ten indicators in total. The companion CCS-XB variant ships with four indicators for smaller desks. Mounted along the top or bottom bezel of each monitor, the indicators are unobtrusive yet immediately visible in peripheral vision.

Find the CCS-PRO8 switch and related command and control accessories in the Adder Technology collection at Creation Networks.

Key Features

• Eight LED screen indicators — Supplies one indicator per display so operators instantly see which system holds keyboard and mouse focus.
• Built for Free-Flow switching — Complements CCS-PRO cursor-driven switching by confirming the active channel visually.
• Per-screen color and intensity control — Each LED's color and brightness can be tailored to the screen and room conditions.
• Scales to ten indicators — The platform supports up to 10 LED indicators for large multi-monitor workstations.
• Reduces operator error — Eliminates keystrokes sent to the wrong computer in dense multi-system desks.
• Simple accessory integration — Connects to the CCS-PRO range as a dedicated expansion box; CCS-XB (4 LED) variant available for smaller setups.

Typical Applications

• Government spaces operating multi-system command and control desks
• Broadcast studios where operators monitor and control many systems
• Training rooms teaching multi-screen operational workflows
• Commercial meeting spaces with multi-source operator positions

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Which switches does the CCS-XB8 work with?
It is an accessory for the Adder CCS-PRO range and is the 8-indicator option suited to the CCS-PRO8. A 4-indicator CCS-XB version is available for CCS-PRO4 desks.

How do the LEDs know which screen is active?
The expansion box connects to the CCS-PRO switch, which drives the indicator on whichever screen currently holds keyboard and mouse focus under Free-Flow switching.

Can I change the LED colors?
Yes. Color and intensity are controllable for each screen, so indicators can be matched to room lighting and operator preference.

How many monitors can be covered?
The CCS-XB8 ships with eight LED indicators, and the platform supports a maximum of ten indicators.

Is any software needed at the computers?
No software is required on the connected computers; the indicator system operates through the CCS-PRO switch hardware.

Can Creation Networks help configure a full CCS-PRO8 station?
Yes. Our AV consultants can specify the switch, expansion box, cabling and monitor mounting for complete command and control desks.