AV Access 8KSW21DP-DM 2×1 Dual-Monitor DP 2.0 and 1.4a KVM Switcher User Manual

AV Access 8KSW21DP-DM 2×1 Dual-Monitor DP 2.0 and 1.4a KVM Switcher

Product Information

The 8KSW21DP-DM is a 2×1 DP 2.0&1.4a KVM Switcher with dual-channel switching and hotkey switching. It supports the latest DP 2.0/1.4a and HDCP 2.2 compatibility, and can transmit resolutions up to 8K@60Hz. The switcher also supports USB 3.0 signal transmission up to 5Gbps for KVM function, allowing users to share two monitors and USB devices between two PCs.

Some key features of the switcher include:

• Virtual interaction function that automatically wakes up connected PC in standby mode, reducing switching time
• Direct switching through buttons on the front panel, IR remote, and hotkey through keyboard connected to the special USB 1.1 port
• Wide compatibility with different operating systems such as Windows, Mac OS, and Linux
• No driver required and simple plug-and-play installation
• Supports multiple DP features including MST, HDR, and VRR
• Multiple peripheral interfaces including three super high-speed USB 3.0 ports, one USB 2.0 port, and one USB 1.1 port for keypad
• Provides independent mic input and audio output (3.5mm)
• Upgraded hotkey algorithm that is compatible with various types of keyboards on the market
• Supports multiple control options including IR, front panel button, and hotkey switch
• Package includes four high-grade DP 1.4a cables for transmitting 8K signals and two USB 3.0 cables for transmitting 5Gbps signals

Product Usage Instructions

Before starting the installation of the product, please ensure that you have the following package contents:

• Switcher x 1
• Power Adapter (DC 12V 2A) x 1
• IR Remote x 1
• USB 3.0 Type-A to Type-B Cable x 2
• DP 1.4a Cable x 4
• User Manual x 1

Front Panel

• Power Button
• Switch Button and LED 1&2
• USB 1.1
• USB 2.0
• IR
• MIC In
• Line Out

To use the 2×1 Dual-Monitor DP 2.0&1.4a KVM Switcher, follow these steps:

1. Connect the DP output ports of the two PCs to the input channels of the switcher using DP cables.
2. Connect the two external monitors to the output ports of the switcher using DP cables.
3. Connect the USB devices you want to share between the two PCs to the USB ports on the switcher.
4. Connect the power adapter to the switcher and plug it into a power outlet.
5. Turn on the switcher using the power button on the front panel.
6. You can now switch between the two PCs by pressing the switch button on the front panel, using the IR remote, or using the hotkey switch on your keyboard connected to the special USB 1.1 port.

Note: Make sure to use DP cables certified by DP 2.0 and DP 1.4a for optimal performance. The switcher supports a wide range of resolutions, including 8K@60Hz, 4K@165Hz/144Hz/120Hz/60Hz, 3440×1440@165Hz/144Hz/120Hz/60Hz (UWQHD), 2560×1440@165Hz/144Hz/120Hz/60Hz, and 1080P@240Hz/165Hz/144Hz/120Hz/60Hz.

Introduction

Overview

8KSW21DP-DM is a 2×1 DP 2.0&1.4a KVM Switcher with dual-channel switching and hotkey switching. It supports latest DP 2.0/1.4a and HDCP 2.2 compatibility, and supports resolutions up to 8K@60Hz and can also transmit USB 3.0 signal up to 5Gbps for KVM function. It can share two monitors and USB devices between two PCs.
The switcher features virtual interaction function, and automatically wake-up the connected PC in standby mode, which can reduce the switching time. It also supports direct switching through buttons on front panel, IR remote and hotkey through keyboard connected to the special USB 1.1 port. It provides a wide compatibility choice for different operating systems, such as Windows, Mac OS and Linux, no driver required and simple plug and play.

Features

• 2 in 1 dual-channel KVM switcher:

  • Each input group support two independent DP input channels, which can be connected to two DP output ports of the PC and extended to two external monitors.
  • Each monitor has independent channel, which can support different resolution.

• Supports 8K resolution and high refresh rate – supports the standards of DP 2.0 UHBR 13.5/10 and DP 1.4a HBR3, and supports the following resolutions:

  • 8K@60Hz/30Hz
  •  4K@165Hz/144Hz/120Hz/60Hz
  • 3440×1440@165Hz/144Hz/120Hz/60Hz (UWQHD)
  • 2560×1440@165Hz/144Hz/120Hz/60Hz
  • 1080P@240Hz/165Hz/144Hz/120Hz/60Hz

• Supports 1.5m input cable and 3m output cable.
  Note : please use the cables certified by DP 2.0 and DP1.4a.

• Supports multiple DP features:

  • MST – Supports DP MST, each DP port can be connected with multiple DP monitors.
  • HDR – Supports all HDR formats.
  • VRR – Supports VRR variable refresh rate.

• Multiple Peripherals interfaces:

  • Three super high-speed USB 3.0 ports.
  • One USB 2.0 port and one USB 1.1 port for keypad.
  • Provides independent mic input and audio output (3.5mm earphone) ports.

• Supports USB 3.0 data transmission with the speed up to 5Gbps.

• Supports new generation PC automatic wake-up function –automatically wake up the PC in standby mode when switching.

• Fast switching time of 2-3s, based on the virtual interaction function.

• New compatibility Hotkey design – fully pass-through mode and newly upgraded hotkey algorithm:

  • All key values are passed-through and compatible with various types of keyboards on the market.
  • Specially optimized hotkey algorithm for complex gaming keyboards and macro defined keyboards.

• Supports multiple control options, including IR, front panel button and hotkey switch.

• Provides four high grade DP 1.4a cables, which can support transmitting 8K signals, and provides two USB 3.0 cables, which can support transmitting 5Gbps signals.

Package Contents

Before you start the installation of the product, please check the package contents:

• Switcher x 1
• Power Adapter (DC 12V 2A) x 1
• IR Remote x 1
• USB 3.0 Type-A to Type-B Cable x 2
• DP 1.4a Cable x 4
• User Manual x 1

Panel

Front Panel

1

|

Power Button

| Press to power on/off the device. When the device is powered on, the backlight of the

button will light blue.

2

|

Switch Button and LED 1&2

| Press to select input group between DP In 1A/1B and DP In 2A/2B.

LED 1&2:

On: Select DP In 1A and 1B or DP In 2A and 2B as input sources.

Off: The corresponding DP Inputs are not

selected.

3

|

USB 1.1

| USB 1.1 type-A port, can be used to connect to a USB keyboard for hotkey function. (Detail information, please refer to “Hotkey Function” section)

Note: It is specialized for connecting keyboard and not recommended to connect to other USB

slave devices.

4| USB 2.0| USB 2.0 type-A port. Connect to a USB device such as a mouse.
5| IR| IR receiving window. Receive IR signals.
6| MIC In| Connect to a Microphone. The Microphone follows the USB Host port selected.
7| Line Out| Connect to an earphone. The earphone follows the USB Host port selected.

8

|

USB 3.0

| USB 3.0 type-A ports, can be used to connect to USB 3.0 high-speed device for KVM function.

Note: With one high power port of 5V 1.5A

supported, it can be used for connecting USB devices with high power, such as connecting a USB Camera.

Rear Panel

2&4

|

DP In 1A & 1B

| Connect to two DP output ports of PC respectively. DP In 1A and DP In 1B can be seen as a group, hereinafter referred to as group 1 in

this manual.

3

|

USB Host 1

| Connect to a host device. USB Host 1 is bound with group 1. When select group 1 as sources to input, the USB devices can be connected to the

host PC connected to USB Host 1 port.

5&7

|

DP In 2A & 2B

| Connect to two DP output ports of PC respectively. DP In 2A and DP In 2B can be seen as a group, hereinafter referred to as group 2 in

this manual.

6

|

USB Host 2

| Connect to a host device. USB Host 2 is bound with group 2. When select group 2 as sources to input, the USB devices can be connected to the

host PC connected to the USB Host 2 port.

8| Monitor A & B| Connect to DP displays.
9| Update| Micro USB, for firmware upgrade.

Application

Warnings:

• Before wiring, disconnect the power from all devices.
• During wiring, connect and disconnect the cables gently.

When switch input source to group 1 or group 2:

1. The connected USB devices, microphone and earphone can be connected to Host PC 1 or 2.
2. When switch to group 1, the display connected to Monitor A and Monitor B will output video from DP In 1A and DP In 1B respectively.
3. When switch to group 2, the display connected to Monitor A and Monitor B will output video from DP In 2A and DP In 2B respectively.

Control of the Switcher

You can choose to switch input sources at your convenience through front panel button, IR remote or Hotkey function.

Front Panel Control

Users can choose to use front panel button to do basic switching operations. Connect the switcher as required and power on all the attached devices.

IR Remote Control

The included remote handset can be used to turn on and off CEC-enabled display device and to switch two input groups to one display device.
Point the remote handset directly at the IR windows on front panel.

System Code Switch

The IR Remote provided with the switcher is shipped in “00” IR system code. In the event that Remote’s IR signal interferes with IR devices, e.g., TV, DVD player, the Remote can be switched to Code Switch on the Remote panel.

Hotkey Function

One USB 1.1 port on rear panel of the switcher supports keyboard Hotkey function.
Supported Hotkey: Tab (default), Left Ctrl, Right Ctrl and Caps Lock

group 2->1).

Press “Hotkey” + “Right”| Switch to next input group (Cycle group

1->2).

For example:
If you want to use the “Left Ctrl” as a hotkey, press the “Left Ctrl” key twice quickly to switch the hotkey to it, and other hotkeys are invalid. If you need to use other hotkeys, please repeat the above steps.

Specifications

Technical

Video Signal| DP in/out supports DP 2.0/1.4a standard, up to

8K@60Hz

USB Data| USB 3.0, up to 5Gbps data transfer rate. With one

high – power of 5V/1.5A port included.

 | VESA:
 | 800 x 6006, 1024 x 7686, 1280 x 7686, 1280 x 8006,
 | 1280 x 9606, 1280 x 10246, 1360 x 7686, 1366 x 7686,
 | 1440 x 9006, 1600 x 9006, 1600 x 12006, 1680 x 10506,
 | 1920 x 12006, 2048 x 11526, 2560 x 14406,7,8,9,10,
Input/Output Resolution Supported| 3440 x 14406,7,8,9,10

CTA:

1280x720P5,6, 1920x1080P1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,

3840x2160P1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8, 4096x2160P1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,

 | 5120×28801,2,3,5,6,8,7680×43201,2,3,5,6,7,8
 | 1 = at 24 (23.98) Hz, 2 = at 25 Hz, 3 = at 30 (29.97) Hz,
 | 4 = at 48 Hz, 5 = at 50 Hz, 6 = 60 (59.94) Hz,
 | 7 = at 100Hz, 8 = at 120Hz, 9 = 144Hz, 10 = 165Hz,
 | 11 = 240Hz
Technical

 | Note: Resolutions beyond 8K@60Hz require both the source and display device to support DSC 1.2 compression.
HDR Format Supported| All HDR formats, including HDR 10, HLG, HDR 10+ and Dolby Vision

Audio Format Supported

| DP: Fully supports audio formats in DP 1.4a specification, including PCM 2.0/5.1/7.1, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio and DTS:X

MIC IN: Stereo

LINE OUT: Stereo

Max Data Rate| 13.5Gbps per channel
General

Operating Temperature| 0°C to + 45°C (32 to + 113 °F)
Storage Temperature| -20 to +70°C (-4 to + 158 °F)
Humidity| 20% to 90%, non-condensing
Power Consumption| 4.62W (Max)
Device Dimensions (W x H x D)| 230mm x 28.2mm x 142.6mm/ 9.06’’ x 1.11’’ x

5.61’’

Product Weight| 0.83kg/1.83lbs

Warranty

Products are backed by limited 1-year parts and labor warranty. For the following cases AV Access Technology Limited shall charge for the service(s) claimed for the product if the product is still remediable and the warranty card becomes unenforceable or inapplicable.

1. The original serial number (specified by AV Access Technology Limited) labeled on the product has been removed, erased, replaced, defaced or is illegible.
2. The warranty has expired.
3. The defects are caused by the fact that the product is repaired, dismantled or altered by anyone that is not from an AV Access Technology Limited authorized service partner. The defects are caused by the fact that the product is used or handled improperly, roughly or not as instructed in the applicable User Guide.
4. The defects are caused by any force majeure including but not limited to accidents, fire, earthquake, lightning, tsunami and war.
5. The service, configuration, and gifts promised by salesman only but not covered by the normal contract.
6. AV Access Technology Limited reserves the right for interpret of these cases above and to make changes to them at any time without notice.

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