AV Access 4KSW41-KVM-Pro 2.0 KVM Switcher with Hotkey Switch User Manual

AV Access 4KSW41-KVM-Pro 2.0 KVM Switcher with Hotkey Switch

Product Information

• The 4×1 HDMI 2.0 KVM Switcher with Hotkey Switch (Model: 4KSW41-KVM-Pro) is a versatile device that allows you to connect up to four HDMI sources to a single HDMI display. It supports HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2, providing a full 18Gbps bandwidth that supports 4K resolution at 60Hz with 4:4:4 chroma sampling and HDR. It also supports a refreshing rate of up to 1080P at 120Hz.
• The switcher features one USB 1.1 port for keyboard connectivity and two USB 2.0 ports for connecting USB devices. It supports button switch, IR remote switch, and hotkey switch (keyboard must be connected to the USB 1.1 port). Additionally, it has a microphone input and a headphone output for audio applications.
• The switcher is compatible with Windows 10/8/7 XP, Mac OS, and Linux. No driver is required, making it a plug-and-play device.

Package Contents

• Switcher x 1
• Power Adapter (DC 12V 1A) x 1
• IR Remote x 1
• IR Receive Cable (L=1.2m) x 1
• USB 2.0 Type-B to Type-A Cable (L=1.5m) x 4
• User Manual x 1

Front Panel
The front panel of the switcher features the following:

1. Power LED: Indicates whether the device is powered on or off.
2. HDMI Input Selection Buttons (1~4) and LEDs: Press the corresponding button to select the HDMI input. The LED next to the button indicates the selected input.
3. IR Receive Window: Receives IR signals from the remote control.
4. USB 1.1 Port: Connect a USB slave device, such as a keyboard, for KVM function and hotkey operation.
5. USB 2.0 Ports: Connect USB 2.0 high-speed devices for KVM function.
6. MIC In: Connect a microphone for audio input.
7. Line Out: Connect an earphone or audio output device.

Rear Panel
The rear panel of the switcher features the following:

1. DC 12V: Connect the provided power adapter.
2. IR Ext.: Connect the provided IR receive cable.
3. HDMI In (1~4): Connect HDMI sources to these ports.
4. HDMI Out: Connect an HDMI display to this port.
5. USB Host (1~4): Connect USB host devices. Each USB host is bound with the corresponding HDMI input, allowing USB devices connected to the switcher to be accessed by the selected HDMI source.

Product Usage Instructions

Warnings:

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

Front Panel Usage:

1. Connect the HDMI sources to the HDMI In 1-4 ports.
2. Connect a USB keyboard to the USB 1.1 port and other USB devices to the USB 2.0 ports.
3. Connect a microphone to the MIC In port and an earphone or audio output device to the Line Out port.
4. Use the HDMI Input Selection Buttons (1~4) to select the desired HDMI input. The corresponding LED will indicate the selected input.

Rear Panel Usage:

1. Connect the provided power adapter to the DC 12V port.
2. Connect the provided IR receive cable to the IR Ext. port.
3. Connect an HDMI display to the HDMI Out port.
4. Connect USB host devices to the USB Host (1~4) ports. Each USB host is bound with the corresponding HDMI input, allowing USB devices connected to the switcher to be accessed by the selected HDMI source.

Note: Make sure to follow the correct wiring and connection instructions for optimal performance of the switcher.

Introduction

Overview

• 4KSW41-KVM-Pro is a 4×1 HDMI KVM Switcher with Hotkey Switch. It supports HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 compatibility, and supports resolutions up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit. The four USB port KVM switcher allows users controls four source devices/computers with only one set of USB devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB keyboard, USB flash and other USB2.0 compliant devices).
• The switcher features virtual interaction function, which can reduce the switching time and does not need to frequently pull the HPD signal of the source device each time. It also supports direct switching through buttons on front panel, IR Remote switching, and hotkey switching through keyboard connected to the special USB 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

• 4 In 1 Out HDMI KVM switcher with HDMI2.0 and HDCP2.2 compliant.
• Full 18Gbps bandwidth supports 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 chroma sampling with HDR.
• Supports refreshing rate up to 1080P@120Hz.
• One USB 1.1 port for keyboard and two USB 2.0 ports for USB devices.
• Supports button switch, IR remote switch, and hotkey switch (Keyboard must be connected to USB1.1 port).
• Supports microphone input and headphone output for audio application.
• Compatible with Windows 10/8/7 XP, Mac OS and Linux.
• No driver required, plug and play.

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

• Switcher x 1
• Power Adapter (DC 12V 1A) x 1
• IR Remote x 1
• IR Receive Cable (L=1.2m) x 1
• USB 2.0 Type-B to Type-A Cable (L=1.5m) x 4
• User Manual x 1

Panel

Front Panel

Off: The device is powered off.

2| HDMI Input Selection Buttons (1~4) and LEDs (1~4)| HDMI Input Selection Button (1~4): Press the button to select HDMI In (1~4) as input. LED: LED is located on the right of the button.
On: The corresponding HDMI In is selected.
Off: The corresponding HDMI In is not selected.
3| IR Receive Window| Receive IR signal.
4| USB| : USB 1.1 type-A port, can be used to connect to a USB slave device (such as keyboard) for KVM function. When connect a keyboard to it, the keyboard can be used for Hotkey function.

: USB 2.0 type-A port, can be used to connect to USB 2.0 high-speed device for KVM function.

5| MIC In| Connect to a Microphone. The Microphone follows the HDMI Input source selected.
6| Line Out| Connect to an earphone. The earphone follows the HDMI Input source selected.

Rear Panel

HDMI In 1~4 respectively. When an HDMI input is selected, the corresponding host PC will be connected to the USB devices connected to the switcher.

Application

Warnings:

• Before wiring, disconnect the power from all devices.
• During wiring, connect and disconnect the cables gently.
• (Such as PC or laptop) to HDMI IN 1~4 ports

Control of the Switcher
You can choose to switch input sources at your convenience through front panel buttons, IR remote or Hotkey function.

Front Panel Control

• Users can choose to use front panel buttons 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 a CEC-enabled display device and to switch four HDMI sources to one display device. Point the remote directly at the IR windows on front panel or at the IR extension cable connected to the “IR Ext.” on rear panel.

Hotkey Function
One USB 1.1 port on front panel of the switcher supports keyboard Hotkey function.

• Supported Hotkey : Tab (default), Left Ctrl, Right Ctrl, Caps Lock

(Cycle 4->1).

Press “Hotkey” + “Right”| Switch to the next input source (Cycle 1->4).

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| HDMI with 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, HDCP 2.2
| SMPTE:
| 1280x720P1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8, 1920x1080i6,8,
| 1920x1080P1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9, 2560×10809, 3840×10809,
Input/ Output Resolution Support| 3840×21602,3,5,6,8, 4096×21602,3,5,6,8

VESA: 800×6008, 1024×7688, 1280×7688, 1280×8008, 1280×9608, 1280×10248, 1360×7688, 1366×7688,

| 1400×10508, 1440×9008, 1600×9008, 1600×12008,
| 1680×10508, 1920×12008, 2560×144010
| 1 = at 23.98 Hz, 2 = at 24 Hz, 3 = at 25 Hz, 4 = at
Technical

| 29.97 Hz, 5 = at 30 Hz, 6 = at 50 Hz, 7 = at 59.94 Hz, 8 = at 60 Hz, 9 = 120Hz, 10 = 144Hz
Audio Format Supported| HDMI: Fully supports audio formats in HDMI 2.0 specification, including PCM 2.0/5.1/7.1, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio and DTS:X
MIC IN: Mono
LINE OUT: Stereo
Max Data Rate| 18 Gbps
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| 5.27W (Max)
Device Dimensions (W x H x D)| 230mm x 26.2mm x 142.6mm/ 9.06’’ x 1.03’’ x 5.61’’
Product Weight| 0.83kg/1.83lb

Transmission Distance

Input: 10m/33ft
Output: 15m/50ft| 4K@30Hz 4:4:4 24bpp
4K@60Hz 4:2:0 24bpp
Input/Output: 5m/16ft| 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 24bpp

Warranty

Products are backed by a 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 normal contract.
6. AV Access Technology Limited preserves the right for interpretation of these cases above and to make changes to them at any time without notice.

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References

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