AV Access iDock B30 3×1 Dual Monitor USB-C and HDMI KVM Switcher User Manual

AV Access iDock B30 3×1 Dual Monitor USB-C and HDMI KVM Switcher

Product Information

• Product Name: 3×1 Dual Monitor USB-C&HDMI
• KVM Switcher Model : iDock B30
• Manufacturer : AV Access

Overview:
The 3×1 Dual Monitor USB-C&HDMI KVM Switcher is a versatile device that allows you to connect multiple computers with USB-C and HDMI outputs to two external monitors. It supports USB data transmission, charging, and high-resolution displays. The switcher is compatible with various operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS, and Linux, and it requires no driver installation.

Features :

• 3×1 USB-C &HDMI KVM Switcher:  Connects one USB-C 3.2 input to two HDMI outputs. Supports USB data transmission and 65W charging.
• Multiple HDMI Inputs: Each HDMI input group supports two independent HDMI input channels, allowing you to connect two HDMI output ports of the PC to two external monitors. – Independent
• Monitor Channels: Each monitor has an independent channel, supporting different resolutions.
• High Resolution and Refresh Rate: Supports dual 4K@60Hz outputs through USB-C input in DP MST mode. HDMI inputs support 4K@60Hz resolution and high refresh rates such as 2560×1440@144Hz, 1080P@240Hz / 165 Hz / 144 Hz / 120Hz.
• USB-C Docking Function: Provides a wired network connection for the laptop’s USB-C port. All USB devices can be connected directly to the laptop without the need for additional docking devices.
• Multiple Peripherals Interfaces: Three super high-speed USB 3.0 ports, one USB 2.0 port, and one USB 1.1 port for the keyboard. Independent mic input and audio output ports (3.5mm earphones).
• Fast Switching Time: Switches between inputs in 2-3 seconds. Supports multiple control options, including IR remote, front panel buttons, and hotkey switch.

Package Contents:

• Switcher x 1
• Power Adapter (DC 20V 6A) x 1
• IR Remote x 1
• USB 3.0 Type-A to
• Type-B Cable x 2
• USB 3.2 Type-C to Type-C Cable x 1
• HDMI Cable x 2
• User Manual x 1

Product Usage Instructions

Installation:
Before starting the installation, ensure that you have received all the package contents mentioned above.

Connecting Monitors and Computers:

• Connect the HDMI cables from the HDMI outputs of your computers to the HDMI inputs on the switcher.
• Connect the external monitors to the HDMI outputs on the switcher.
• If you want to use the USB-C docking function, connect your laptop’s USB-C port to the USB-C input on the switcher.
• Connect any USB devices, such as keyboards or peripherals, to the corresponding USB ports on the switcher.
• Connect the power adapter to the switcher and plug it into a power outlet.

Switching Inputs:

• Use the front panel buttons: Press the switch button (number 2 on the front panel) to cycle through the input groups (USB-C In1, HDMI In2A & HDMI In2B, HDMI In3A & HDMI In3B).
• Use the IR remote: Point the remote at the switcher and press the corresponding input group button.
• Use a hotkey switch: Connect a keyboard to the USB 1.1 port on the switcher. Press the specific hotkey combination (refer to the user manual) to switch between input groups.

Power On/Off:
Press the power button (number 1 on the front panel) to turn on or off the switcher. The button’s backlight will light up when the device is powered on.

Note : For more detailed instructions and troubleshooting, refer to the user manual provided with the product.

Introduction

Overview

iDock B30 is a 3×1 USB-C&HDMI KVM Switcher. It supports one USB-C input, two sets of dual-channel HDMI + USB inputs, and two HDMI outputs. The USB-C input supports DP MST mode and can output two videos up to 4K@60Hz, it also supports USB data transmission with data rates up to 5Gbps, 65W charging, and provides a wired LAN connection for the connected laptop. HDMI inputs and HDMI outputs support resolution up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit and HDCP 2.2 compatibility. With multiple peripheral devices, the switcher can share two displays and all USB devices among the three inputs.

The switcher features automatically wake up the connected PC in standby mode, which can reduce the switching time. It also supports direct switching through buttons on the front panel, IR remote, and hotkey through the 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, with no driver required and simple plug-and-play.

Features

• 3×1 USB-C&HDMI KVM Switcher:
  • One full-functional USB-C 3.2 input, which can be extended to two HDMI outputs, supports USB data transmission and 65W charging.
  • Each HDMI input group supports two independent HDMI input channels, which can be connected to two HDMI output ports of the PC and extended to two external monitors.
  • Each monitor has an independent channel, which can support different resolutions.
• USB-C input supports DP MST mode with dual 4K@60Hz outputs. HDMI inputs support output 4K@60Hz resolution. Both USB-C and HDMI inputs support high refresh rates such as 2560×1440@144Hz, and 1080P@240Hz / 165 Hz / 144 Hz / 120Hz.
• USB-C input supports USB docking function:
  • It can provide a wired network connection for the laptop USB-C port.
  • When switching to USB-C input, all USB devices can be connected with the laptop connected to the USB-C port, and no need to connect to other USB docking devices.
• Multiple Peripherals interfaces:
  • Three super high-speed USB 3.0 ports.
  • One USB 2.0 port and one USB 1.1 port for keyboard.
  • Provides independent mic input and audio output (3.5mm earphone) ports.
• Supports USB 3.0 data transmission with a speed up to 5Gbps.
• Supports automatic wake-up function – automatically wakes up the PC in standby mode when switching.
• Fast switching time of 2-3s, based on the virtual interaction function.
• Supports multiple control options, including IR Remote, front panel buttons, and hotkey switch.

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

• Switcher x 1
• Power Adapter (DC 20V 6A) x 1
• IR Remote x 1
• USB 3.0 Type-A to Type-B Cable x 2
• USB 3.2 Type-C to Type-C Cable x 1
• HDMI Cable x 2
• 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 1~3

| Press to select the input group among USB-C In1, HDMI In2A & HDMI In2B, and HDMI In3A & HDMI In3B.

LED 1~3:

On: Select USB-C In1 / HDMI In2A & HDMI In2B / HDMI In3A & HDMI In3B as input source.

Off: The corresponding input/input group is not

selected.

3

|

USB 1.1

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

Note: It is specialized for connecting a keyboard and is not recommended to connect to another 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-C Input / USB Host port selected.
7| Line Out| Connect to an earphone. The earphone follows the

USB-C Input / 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.

9| Update| Micro USB port. Connect to a PC for firmware upgrade.

Rear Panel

2

|

USB 3.0 (1.5A)

| Connect to a USB device.

Note: The port supports a high power of 5V 1.5A, it can be used for connecting USB devices with high power, such as connecting a USB Camera.

3| Monitor A & Monitor B| Connect to two displays such as TVs.

4

|

Desktop 3

| HDMI In3A & HDMI In3B: Connect to two HDMI output ports of the PC respectively. HDMI In3A and HDMI In3B can be seen as a group, hereinafter referred to as group 3 in this manual.

USB Host3: Connect to a host device. USB Host3   is bound with group 3. When select group 3 as

sources    to    input,   the    USB   devices    can   be

5

|

Desktop 2

| HDMI In2A & HDMI In2B: Connect to two HDMI output ports of the PC respectively. HDMI In2A and HDMI In2B can be seen as a group, hereinafter referred to as group 2 in this manual.

USB Host2: Connect to a host device. USB Host2 is bound with group 2. When selecting group 2 as source to input, the USB devices can be connected to the host PC connected to the USB

Host2 port.

6

|

Laptop 1

| USB-C In1: USB 3.2 type-C port. Supports PD 2.0 specification, maximum 5Gbps data rate.

Please use the following cable:

USB type-C to type-C cable (USB 3.2 Gen 1 or above).

Connect to a USB type-C device such as a laptop. It supports the following functions:

For transmitting video signal as an input source, the USB-C In1 port supports DP MST mode and can output two videos (two 4K@60Hz maximum) at the same time, users can switch to input 1 to select USB-C In1 as an input source for two HDMI outputs;

Note: The laptop connected needs to support DP 1.4a standard and support the MST output of its USB-C port to enable the two 4K@60Hz outputs.

For transmitting USB data as a host port, when selecting USB-C In1 as the input source, the USB devices can be connected to the laptop connected with the USB-C In1 port;

For charging the connected laptop with the ability of 65W.

The port has a built-in 1G network adapter function. The LAN port can provide Internet access for the connected USB-C laptop through this port.

source connected with USB-C In1 port.

Application

Warnings:

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

When switching the input source to USB-C In1, group 2 or group 3:

• The connected USB devices, microphones, and earphones can be connected to USB-C In1, group 2, or Group 3.
• When switching to USB-C In1, the displays connected to Monitor A and Monitor B will output different videos from USB-C In1 (supports DP MST) respectively. When switching to group 2/3, the displays connected to Monitor A and Monitor B will output video from HDMI In 2A/3A and HDMI In 2B/3B respectively.

Control of the Switcher
You can choose to switch input sources at your convenience through the front panel button, 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. Then users can switch sources through the button on the front panel by pressing it.

IR Remote Control
The included remote handset can be used to switch three inputs to two display devices. Point the remote handset directly at the IR windows on the front panel.

System Code Switch
The IR Remote provided with the switcher is shipped in the “00” IR system code. If the Remote’s IR signal interferes with IR devices, e.g., TV, DVD player, the

The remote can be switched to the “4E” code by short-pressing the System Code Switch on the Remote panel.

Hotkey Function
One USB 1.1 port on the front panel of the switcher supports the keyboard hotkey function. This function is enabled by default and can be set to disable/enabled through combined keys on the connected keyboard.

Supported Hotkey : Tab (default), Caps Lock

3 to USB-C In 1).
Press “Hotkey” + “Right”| Switch to the next input group (Cycle from

USB-C In 1 to group 3).

For example:
If you want to use the “Caps Lock” as a hotkey, please ensure the Hotkey function is enabled, and press the “Caps Lock” 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

Input & Output Ports

| 1 x USB-C In (USB 3.2 Gen 1); 4 x HDMI In; 2 x USB

Host (USB 3.0 Type-B port); 1 x LAN; 3 x USB Device (USB 3.0 Type-A port); 1 x USB 1.1 (USB 1.1 Type-A

port); 1 x USB 2.0 (USB 2.0 Type-A port); 1 x Line Out;

1 x Mic In; 1 x DC 20V/6A

Input/Output

Signals

| USB-C Input: USB 3.2, supports DP MST mode, and can

output two videos (resolutions up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4

 | 8bit) at the same time

HDMI Input/Output: HDMI 2.0 with resolutions up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit / 4K@60 4:2:0 12bit with HDCP 2.2 compatibility

---|---

Input/Output Resolution Supported

| SMPTE:

1280x720P1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8, 1920x1080I6,8,

1920x1080P1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12, 2560×10809, 3840×10809,

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, 2560×14401,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10

1 = at 23.98 Hz, 2 = at 24 Hz, 3 = at 25 Hz, 4 = at 29.97

Hz, 5 = at 30 Hz, 6 = at 50 Hz, 7 = at 59.94 Hz, 8 = at 60

Hz, 9 = 120Hz, 10 = 144Hz, 11 = 165Hz, 12 = 240Hz

HDR Format Supported| All HDR formats, including HDR 10, HLG, HDR 10+ and Dolby Vision

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: Stereo

LINE OUT: Stereo

Max Data Rate| HDMI: Up to 18Gbps USB-C: 5Gbps
Maximum Pixel Clock| HDMI: 600MHz
Control Method| Front panel buttons, IR Remote, Hotkeys

General

1.08’’ x 5.61’’

Product Weight| 0.92kg/2.03lbs

Transmission Distance

HDMI

| Input/Output:

7.5m/25ft (passive cable) 15m/50ft (active cable)

| 1080P@60Hz 24bpp

4K@30Hz 4:4:4 24bpp

Input/Output: 5m/16ft| 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 24bpp
USB-C| Input: 1m/3.3ft (USB 3.2

Gen 1 or above)

| 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 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) labeled on the product has been removed, erased, replaced, defaced, or illegible.
2. The warranty has expired.
3. The defects are caused by the fact that the product is repaired, dismantled, or altered by anyone who is not from an AV Access 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 the salesman are only but not covered by a normal contract.
6. AV Access preserves the right to interpret these cases above and to make changes to them at any time without notice.

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