StarTech C2-H46-UAC-CBL-KVM 2 Port USB C and HDMI or USB A Cable KVM Switch User Guide
- June 10, 2024
- StarTech
Table of Contents
StarTech C2-H46-UAC-CBL-KVM 2 Port USB C and HDMI or USB A Cable KVM
Switch
Product Information
The 2-Port USB-C and HDMI/USB-A Cable KVM Switch allows you to control two computers with a single set of peripherals including a USB keyboard, USB mouse, and HDMI display. The KVM switch supports 4K 60Hz video resolution and provides LED indicators for easy monitoring of the active computer. The product ID is C2-H46-UAC-CBL-KVM.
Package Contents
1 x 2-Port USB-C and HDMI/USB-A Cable KVM Switch
- 1 x Remote Port Selector
- 1 x Headset Adapter (if required)
- 1 x User Manual
Requirements
The host computer USB-C port must support DP-Alt mode for full
functionality. A headset may require the use of a headset adapter. Please
check with the manufacturer of the headset for more details.
Installation
Note: Power off all computers, displays, and peripherals before completing the following installation steps.
- Connect the built-in PC 1 USB-C Host Connector to a USB-C port on PC 1.
- (Optional) Connect the built-in PC 1 Audio Connector to a 3.5mm headset port on PC 1.
- Connect the built-in PC 2 USB-A Host Connector to a USB-A port on PC 2.
- Connect the built-in PC 2 HDMI Connector to an HDMI output port on PC 2.
- (Optional) Connect the built-in PC 2 Audio Connector to a 3.5mm headset port on PC 2. If PC 2 has separate headphone and microphone ports, use the included 3.5mm 4 Position to 2x 3.5mm 3 Position Headset Adapter.
- Connect a USB mouse and keyboard to the Console USB HID Ports on the front of the KVM switch.
- Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI display to the Console HDMI Output Port on the front of the KVM switch.
- (Optional) Connect a 3.5 mm audio cable from the stereo speakers or headphones to the Speaker Audio Port (green) on the side of the KVM switch.
- (Optional) Connect a 3.5 mm audio cable from the microphone to the Microphone Audio Port (pink) on the side of the KVM switch.
Operation
To switch between which host computer is active, press and release the
button on the Remote Port Selector. Install the KVM Switching Software on each
computer connected to the KVM switch to use features such as auto scan, fixed
audio, and more. Use the hotkey reference guide to switch computers using a
keyboard with a scroll lock or define a new hotkey sequence using the
available software.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two-year warranty. For further information on
product warranty terms and conditions, please refer to
www.startech.com/warranty.
Product ID
C2-H46-UAC-CBL-KVM
| Component | Function |
|---|---|
| 1 | LED Indicators |
connected
• Blinking Green = Selected PC is not detected
2| PC 1 Audio Connector| • Connect to a 3.5mm Headset Port on PC 1
3
| PC 1 USB-C Host
Connector
| • Connect to a USB-C Port on PC 1
• For full functionality Host Computer USB-C Port must support DP-Alt Mode
4
|
Remote Port Selector
| • A wired button used to switch between PC 1
and PC 2
• Press and Release the Remote Switch to switch between PC 1 and PC 2
5| PC 2 HDMI Connector| • Connect to an HDMI Enabled
Computer
6| PC 2 USB-A Host
Connector
| • Connect to a USB-A Port on PC 2
7| PC 2 Audio Connector| • Connect to a 3.5mm Headset Port
on PC 2
8| Console Microphone Port| • Pink: Connect a
Microphone
9| Console Audio Output| • Green: Connect an Audio
Device (ie. Speakers or Headphones)
10| Console HDMI Output Port| • Connect to an HDMI
Display
11| Console USB HID Ports| • Connect a USB Mouse and
Keyboard
Product Information
For the latest manuals, product information, technical specifications, and
declarations of
conformance, please visit: www.StarTech.com/C2-H46-UAC-CBL-KVM
WHAT IN THE BOX
- KVM Switch x 1
- 3.5mm 4 Position to 2x 3.5mm 3 Position Headset Adapter x 1
- Quick-Start Guide x 1
Requirements
- HDMI Enabled Computer x 1
- USB-C DisplayPort Alt-mode Enabled Computer x 1
- HDMI Cable x 1
- HDMI Display x 1
- USB HID Devices (Keyboard / Mouse) x 2
- (Optional) Microphone x 1
- (Optional) Powered/Active Stereo Speakers or Headphones x1
- (Optional) Headset x 1
Note: A Headset may require the use of a Headset Adapter. Please check with the manufacturer of the Headset for more details.
Installation
Connect the Computers
Note: Power off all Computers, Displays, and Peripherals before
completing the following installation steps.
- Connect the built-in PC 1 USB-C Host Connector to a USB-C Port on PC 1.
- Note: For full functionality Host Computer USB-C Port must support DP-Alt Mode
- (Optional) Connect the built-in PC 1 Audio Connector to a 3.5mm Headset Port on PC 1.
- Connect the built-in PC 2 USB-A Host Connector to a USB-A Port on PC 2.
- Connect the built-in PC 2 HDMI Connector to an HDMI Output Port on PC 2.
- (Optional) Connect the built-in PC 2 Audio Connector to a 3.5mm Headset Port on PC 2.
- Note: If PC 2 has separate Headphone and Microphone ports, you may need to use the included 3.5mm 4 Position to 2x 3.5mm 3 Position Headset Adapter.
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
- Changes or modifications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Warranty Information
- This product is backed by a two-year warranty.
- For further information on product warranty terms and conditions, please refer to www.startech.com/warranty.
Connect the Console
- Connect a USB Mouse and Keyboard to the Console USB HID Ports, located on the front of the KVM Switch.
- Connect an HDMI Cable from the HDMI Display, to the Console HDMI Output Port, located on the front of the KVM Switch.
- (Optional) Connect a 3.5 mm Audio Cable from the Stereo Speakers or Headphones to the Speaker Audio Port (green), located on the side of the KVM Switch.
- (Optional) Connect a 3.5 mm Audio Cable from the Microphone to the Microphone Audio Port (pink), located on the side of the KVM Switch.
Connect the Console
- Connect a USB Mouse and Keyboard to the Console USB HID Ports, located on the front of the KVM Switch.
- Connect an HDMI Cable from the HDMI Display to the Console HDMI Output Port, located on the front of the KVM Switch.
- (Optional) Connect a 3.5 mm Audio Cable from the Stereo Speakers or Headphones to the Speaker Audio Port (green), located on the side of the KVM Switch.
- (Optional) Connect a 3.5 mm Audio Cable from the Microphone to the Microphone Audio Port (pink), located on the side of the KVM Switch.
Hotkey Reference Guide
Note: Each hotkey sequence keystroke should be pressed within two
seconds. Keyboard with Scroll Lock: To switch Computers the hotkey combination
is Scroll Lock + Scroll Lock + 1 – 2 Keyboard with no Scroll Lock: Use the
available software to define the new hotkey sequence
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP
(or their officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether
direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or
otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss, arising
out of or related to the use of the product exceeds the actual price paid for
the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or
exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.
Safety Measures
- If the product has an exposed circuit board, do not touch the product under power.
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