Simplecom KM470 2-Port USB-C KVM Switch with Docking Station User Manual
- June 12, 2024
- Simplecom
Table of Contents
Simplecom KM470 2-Port USB-C KVM Switch with Docking Station
Features
- USB-C KVM switch allows 2 laptops to share external display and USB devices
- lntergraded USB-C docking station, single USB-C cable for Video, Data and PD
- With both DisplayPort and HDMI output ports for TV or monitors
- 3-Port USB 2.0 hub for connecting mouse, keyboard, printer and more
- 3.5mm audio jack for connecting headphones or speakers
- Two PD charging ports allow charging for both laptops simultaneously
- HDMI 2.1 and DP 1.4 compliant, support video resolution up to BK
- Backward compatible with HDMI 2.0 and HDMI 1.4
- Easy to use by pressing the toggle button on the KVM switch
- Self-powered via connected laptop, no external power required
- Plug and play and hot swappable
- Durable aluminium alloy casing, also efficiently dissipate heat
- LED light indicating the active computer and PD charging
Important Note
- Please confirm the USB-C port on your laptop or tablet supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode (DP Alt Mode). Some USB-C ports only work for charging or data transfer, no video output function
- USB-C port on desktop PC is not supported
- Self-powered via connected laptop, no external power required
- DP and HDMI port can’t be used simultaneously
- Two USB-C PD ports are always enabled, for charging both laptops simultaneously
- For SK resolution support, Thunderbolt 4 port are required on laptop, with maximum length of 2M DP 1.4 or HDMI 2.1 cable
Specifications
- Model : KM470
- USB Upstream Ports: USB-C x2 (Connect to PCl and PC2)
- USB Downstream Ports : USB 2.0 x3 (Connect USB peripherals)
- PD Charing Port : USB-C x2 (up to 1 00W on each port)
- Video Output: HDMI 2.1 xl, DP 1.4 x1
- USB Max Bandwidth: HighSpeed 480Mbps
- HDMI Max Bandwidth : 48Gbps
- DP Max Bandwidth : 32.4Gbps
- Video Resolution: 1080p@60/120/165Hz, 4K@60/120/144Hz (DSC), 8K@30/60Hz(DSC)
- Audio Output : 3.5mm audio jack (sound output only)
- Operating Temperature : Oto 50°(
- Dimension (L x W x H): 13 x 6.3 x 1.6mm
- Operating System Support : Windows, MacOS, Chrome OS
3.5mm Audio Jack Setting
No Sound From Laptop With KM470 Connected
When you connect KVM switch to your laptop for the first time, the system may
switch the default sound output to the 3.5mm audio jack on KM470, you can
switch back to computer speaker if you don’t need sound output from the 3.5mm
jack.
How to select default sound output on Windows?
Windows 10: Click “Sound” icon in system tray, then click “Select playback
device”to select default playback device.
Windows 11: Click “Sound” icon in system tray, then click “Manage audio
device” icon next to volume control, then select default playback device.
The 3.5mm audio output will show “USBAudio Device” on Windows.
How to Connect
Before connecting to your laptops, please check the USB-C port on your laptop or tablet supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode (DP Alt Mode). Some USB-C ports only work for charging or data transfer, no video output function.
- Connect front 3x USB downstream ports to your USB peripherals, such as mouse, keyboard, printer and more
- Connect rear 2x USB-C upstream ports (PC! and PC2J to your laptops with USB-C cables (included)
- Connect rear HDMI or DP output port to your display (Please note DP and HDMI port can’t be used simultaneously)
- Connect rear 2x USB-C PD ports (2xPDI00WJ to PD Chargers of your laptops (This step is optional, two PD ports are only used for charging laptops and it’s not required for switching monitor and USB devices)
- To switch between PCl and PC2, press the SELECT button, USB-C upstream ports will be switched (Please note two USB-C PD ports are always enabled, for charging both laptops simultaneously)
Warranty
1 Year limited Warranty. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be
excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement
or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably
foreseeable loss or damage.
You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail
to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major
failure.
For our assistance with regards to warranty please email to
support@simplecom.com.au or create a support
ticket at http://www.simplecom.com.au
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