StarTech P2DD46A2 KVM SWITCH 2 Port Dual Display Port KVM Switch 4K User Guide

StarTech P2DD46A2 KVM SWITCH 2 Port Dual Display Port KVM Switch 4K

Product Information

The Dual Monitor KVM Switch – DisplayPort – 4K 60Hz is a versatile device that allows you to control two computers using a single set of peripherals and dual monitors. It supports DisplayPort connections and provides 4K resolution at 60Hz for a high-quality visual experience.

Product ID: P2DD46A2-KVM-SWITCH / P4DD46A2-KVM-SWITCH

Package Contents

• Dual Monitor KVM Switch
• Power Adapter

Requirements
To use the Dual Monitor KVM Switch, you will need the following:

• Source PCs with DisplayPort output
• Two DisplayPort cables (sold separately)
• SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1) cable (Type-A Male to Type-B Male)
• Optional: 3.5mm audio cables (sold separately)

Installation

1. Connect two DisplayPort cables from the DisplayPort output ports on each computer to the PC 1 DisplayPort input ports on the rear of the KVM Switch.
2. Connect a SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps cable from a USB-A port on each computer to the PC 1 USB host connection on the rear of the KVM Switch.
3. Optional: Connect 3.5mm audio cables from the headphone and/or microphone ports on each computer to the corresponding PC 1 audio port on the rear of the KVM Switch.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 for the remaining PCs.

Connect the Console

Before proceeding, ensure that all computers, displays, and peripherals are powered off.

1. Connect the included power adapter from a wall outlet to the power input port on the rear of the KVM Switch.
2. Connect the two DisplayPort displays to the console DisplayPort ports on the rear of the KVM Switch using DisplayPort cables (sold separately).
3. Connect a USB mouse and a USB keyboard to the console USB HID ports on the rear of the KVM Switch.
4. Power on all connected peripheral devices.

Operation
The Dual Monitor KVM Switch can be controlled using hotkey commands. Refer to the product manual or visit the provided website for a list of available hotkey commands.

Regulatory Compliance
This product complies with FCC Part 15 regulations and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standards. It is designed to minimize interference and accept any interference that may occur during operation.

Warranty Information
The Dual Monitor KVM Switch is backed by a two-year warranty. For detailed warranty terms and conditions, please refer to the provided website.

Product ID

P2DD46A2-KVM-SWITCH / P4DD46A2-KVM-SWITCH

Front

Rear

LED Indicators

| •      PC LED: Solid Green when a Host Connection is detected

•      PC LED: Blinking Green when a Host Connection

is not detected

•      Hub LED: Solid Red when the PC Port selected

|
2| Push Button Selector| •      Press the Button to switch to the corresponding

PC

---|---|---

3

|

USB HID Ports

| •      Connect a Human Interface Device (HID) (e.g. Keyboard, Mouse, Trackpad, Number Keypad, or Drawing Tablet)
4| Console DisplayPort Ports| •      Connect to DisplayPort Inputs on two

DisplayPort Displays

5| PC2 DisplayPort Inputs| •      Connect to two DisplayPort Output Ports on

PC2

6| PC 1 DisplayPort Inputs| •      Connect to two DisplayPort Output Ports on

PC1

7| DC Power Input Port| •      Connect the supplied Universal Power Adapter

to power the KVM Switch

8| USB Hub Ports| •      Connect up to two SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps (USB

3.2 Gen 1) Devices

9

|

Console Audio Ports

| •      Green: Connect an Audio Device (e.g. Speakers or Headphones)

•      Pink: Connect a Microphone

10| PC2 USB Host Connection| •      Connect to a Computer with a USB-A (5Gbps) Port
11| PC2 Audio Ports| •      Green: Connect to a Headphone Port on PC2

•      Pink: Connect to a Microphone Port on PC2

12| PC1 USB Host Connection| •      Connect to a Computer with a USB-A (5Gbps) Port
13| PC1 Audio Ports| •      Green: Connect to a Headphone Port on PC1

•      Pink: Connect to a Microphone Port on PC1

Product Information

For the latest manuals, product information, technical specifications, and declarations of conformance, please visit:
www.StarTech.com/P2DD46A2-KVM-SWITCH
www.StarTech.com/P4DD46A2-KVM-SWITCH

Package Contents

• KVM Switch x 1
• Universal Power Adapter (NA/JP, EU, UK, NZ) x 1
• Quick-Start Guide x 1

Requirements

Source PCs

• DisplayPort Enabled Computer x 2 (P4DD46A2-KVM-SWITCH x 4)
• DisplayPort Cable x 4 (P4DD46A2-KVM-SWITCH x 8)
• USB 5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1) Type-A to Type-B Cables x 2 (P4DD46A2-KVM-SWITCH x 4)
• (Optional) 3.5mm Audio Cable x 4 (P4DD46A2-KVM-SWITCH x 8)

Console

• DisplayPort Display x 2
• DisplayPort Cable x 2
• USB Mouse x 1
• USB Keyboard x 1
• (Optional) Stereo Audio Device (e.g. Headphones) x 1
• (Optional) Mono Microphone Device x 1
• (Optional) SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1) Devices x 2

Installation

Connect the Console

Note: Power off all Computers, Displays, and Peripherals before completing the following steps.

1. Connect the two DisplayPort Displays to the Console DisplayPort Ports, located on the rear of the KVM Switch, using DisplayPort Cables (sold separately).
2. Connect a USB Mouse and a USB Keyboard to the Console USB HID Ports, located on the rear of the KVM Switch.
3. (Optional) Connect an Audio Device and Microphone to the Console Audio Ports, located on the rear of the KVM Switch.
4. (Optional) Connect up to two SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1) Devices to the Console USB Hub Ports, located on the rear of the KVM Switch.

Connect the PCs

1. Connect two DisplayPort Cables (sold separately) from the DisplayPort Output
   Ports on the Computer to the PC 1 DisplayPort Input Ports, located on the rear of the KVM Switch.

2. Connect a SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1) Cable (Type-A Male to Type-B Male) from a USB-A Port on the Computer to the PC 1 USB Host
   Connection, located on the rear of the KVM Switch.
   Note: A SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps (or better) Cable is recommended for optimal performance.

3. (Optional) Connect 3.5mm Audio Cables (sold separately) from Headphone and/ or Microphone Ports on the Computer to the corresponding PC 1 Audio Port, located on the rear of the KVM Switch.

4. Repeat Steps 1 to 3 for the remaining PCs.

5. Connect the included Power Adapter from an available Wall Outlet to the Power Input Port, located on the rear of the KVM Switch.

6. Power on all connected Peripheral Devices.

Operation

Hotkey Commands

For a list of available Hotkey Commands, please visit:

www.StarTech.com/P2DD46A2-KVM-SWITCH
www.StarTech.com/P4DD46A2-KVM-SWITCH

Regulatory Compliance

FCC – Part 15
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:

• 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:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. 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.

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.

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:

1. 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.

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 exceed 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 product has an exposed circuit board, do not touch the product under power.

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To view manuals, FAQs, videos, drivers, downloads, technical drawings, and more, visit www.startech.com/support.

References

• 2-Port Dual-DisplayPort KVM Switch, 4K - KVM Switches | Server Management | StarTech.com

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