Smart-AVI SM3-UHX-2D 2 Port Dual Head DP HDMI KVM Switch User Manual
- June 14, 2024
- Smart-AVI
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SM3-UHX-2D
2-Port Dual Head DP/HDMI to HDMI KVM Switch with USB 3.2
USER MANUAL
Designed and Manufactured in the USA
1-800-284-2131
www.smartavi.com
INTRODUCTION
The SM3-UHX-2D KVM Switch allows the control of two computers with 4K dual HDMI video output via a single console set of USB keyboard/mouse/hub, microphone, speaker and display. The SM3-UHX2D KVM Switch has built-in USB 3.2 gen 1 compliant and 3.5mm mini stereo ports allow sharing of the USB keyboard/mouse/hub, speaker, and microphone among the connected computers. The switching between the connected computers is executed by using the front panel or keyboard hotkey commands. Product set-up is quick and simple with no software to install, so you’re ready to go right out of the box.
FEATURES
- Control two computers via one USB console
- Support the computer with resolution up to 4K UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz) dual-head HDMI video output
- HDMI 2.0 & HDCP 2.2 compliant
- Includes two USB 3.2 gen 1 and one USB Type C ports
- DisplayPort 1.2 compliant
- Flexible and easy switching
- Computers and devices can be unplugged and re-plugged without having to shut down the KVM switch
- Indicate the connected computers’ statuses clearly
- Control the computer conveniently & easily
- USB transparency suitable for variety of peripherals
- Support the computer’s audio line in/out
- Perform under no software installation
Technical Specifications
VIDEO
Format| HDMI2.0
Maximum Pixel Clock| 165 MHz
Input Interface| (2) DisplayPort, (2) HDMI
Output Interface| (2) HDMI
Resolution| 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz
Color Mode| 24-bit
DDC| 5 volts p-p (TTL)
Input Equalization| Automatic
Input Cable Length| Up to 20 ft.
Output Cable Length| Up to 20 ft.
Data Rate| 1.65 Gbps per color
Console Monitors| Supports both digital and analog monitors
AUDIO
Input Interface| (2) 3.5 mm Stereo Audio, (2) 3.5 mm Stereo Microphone
Output Interface| (1) 3.5 mm Stereo Audio, (1) 3.5 mm Stereo Microphone
Impedance| 600 Ohm
Frequency Response| 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Nominal Level| 0-1.0 V
Common Mode| Rejection at 60 dB
SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY
Operating Systems| Operates with virtually any OS including Windows, DOS,
Linux, Unix, Sun, Mac, etc.
USB
Signal Type| USB 3.2, 2.0, 1.1, and 1.0 w/ internal hub
Input Interface| (2) USB Type B
Output Interface| (2) USB 1.1 Type A for KM Devices, (2) USB 3.2 Type A
Transparent, (1) USB Type C
OTHER
Power| Input: 100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz, 0.8A, Output: 12V, 2A
Dimensions| 6.57”W x 3.31”D x 1.26”H
Weight| 0.5 lb
Approvals| UL, CE, ROHS Compliant
Operating Temperature| +32 to +104°F (0 to +40°C)
Storage Temperature| -4 to 140°F (-20 to +60°C)
Humidity| Up to 80% (No Condensation)
Emulation| Keyboard and Mouse
Hardware Description
Front Panel
| No. | Component | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Audio jack | Microphone port at console |
| 2 | Reset push button | Press to reset system to default |
| 3 | Audio jack | Speaker/Earphone port at console |
| 4 | HDMI connector | HDMI-2 output at console |
| 5 | HDMI connector | HDMI-1 output at console |
| 6, 9 | Selected PC/server indicator | Light to indicate that the PC/server |
connected to the corresponding port is being accessed by the KVM console
8| PC port switch push-button| Press once to switch the console port
connection between the two connected PC/server cyclically
7, 10| On-line PC/server indicator| Light to indicate that the PC/server
connected to the corresponding port is up and running
11| USB Type C connector| USB port at console
12| USB Type A connector x 2| USB keyboard & mouse ports at console
13| USB Type A connector x 2| USB hub ports at console for peripherals
Rear Panel
| No. | Component | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Power DC jack | Connect the power supply to the KVM switch here |
| 2 | Audio jack | Microphone port for PC-1 |
| 3 | Audio jack | Speaker/Earphone port for PC-1 |
| 4 | HDMI connector | HDMI input for PC-1 |
| 5 | USB Type B connector | USB port for PC-1 |
| 6 | DisplayPort connector | DisplayPort input for PC-1 |
| 7 | Audio jack | Microphone port for PC-2 |
| 8 | Audio jack | Speaker/Earphone port for PC-2 |
| 9 | HDMI connector | HDMI input for PC-2 |
| 10 | USB Type B connector | USB port for PC-2 |
| 11 | DisplayPort connector | DisplayPort input for PC-2 |
Installation
Refer to the following steps and diagram to set up your dual-head KVM switch installation.
- Connect HDMI monitor to the “HDMI Out” console ports on the front panel of the KVM switch.
- Connect your USB keyboard and USB mouse directly to the USB keyboard and mouse ports on the front panel of the KVM switch.
- Connect the microphone and speaker to the corresponding 3.5 mm Mini Stereo console jacks on the front panel of the KVM switch.
- Connect your USB devices into the USB ports. (Optional).
- Be prepared with the related cables, plug the HDMI, USB, microphone, and speaker connectors into their corresponding sockets on the back panel of the KVM switch
- At the other end of the cable set, plug the HDMI, USB, microphone, and speaker connectors into their respective ports on the first computer (PC-1).
- Repeat above steps to add the second computer (PC-2).
- Connect the power supply to the KVM switch, and then plug it into an appropriate power source.
- Turn on the power to all connected devices.
Operation
PC Port Switching
There are two ways of accessing computers and devices connected to the KVM
switch:
- Manual Push-button
- Hotkey
Manual Pushbutton
- Press the push-button once to switch the selected PC port between the two connected computers cyclically
Hotkey
- Hotkeys are executed using the keyboard
- The following describes the hotkey functionality availability
Hotkey Execution Procedure:
-
Press [Scroll Lock] key twice continuously to enter “Hotkey” mode.
When entering or exiting from “Hotkey” mode, the buzzer of the KVM switch sounds with beep. -
Pressing [Scroll Lock] key twice continuously MUST be completed within 5 seconds.
-
Keying hotkey command MUST be completed with 10 seconds, or it will be aborted if exceeding
| # | Hotkey Command | Description | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [Enter] or [Ctrl] [Ctrl] [Enter] | PC-1 ◄ ► | |
| PC-2 | PC port cyclic switch- ing | ||
| 2 | [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [B] [Number] or [Ctrl] [Ctrl] [B] [Number] |
Number : 0 / 1
0: Disable
1:Enable (Default)| Buzzer switch ON/OFF
3| [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [S] or [Ctrl] [Ctrl] [S]| How to stop Auto-Scan
when it’s on:
1. Press any key of the keyboard
2. Press once the pushbutton When Auto-Scan stops, PC port is switched to the
one being scanned.| Auto-Scan enabling
4| [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [I] [Number] [Enter] or [Ctrl] [Ctrl] [I]
[Number] [Enter]|
Number : 5~99 (Default : 8)
| Auto-Scan time interval setting
** KVM switch will remain hotkey setting values when it restarts.
Troubleshooting
No Power
- Make sure that the power adapter is securely connected to the power connector of the unit.
- Check the output voltage of the power supply and make sure that the voltage value is around 12VDC.
- Replace the power supply.
No Video
- Check if all the video cables are connected properly.
- Connect the computer directly to the monitor to verify that your monitor and computer are functioning properly.
- Restart the computers.
Keyboard is not working
- Check if the keyboard is properly connected to the unit.
- Check if the USB cables connecting the unit and the computers are properly connected.
- Try connecting the USB on the computer to a different port.
- Make sure that the keyboard works when directly connected to the computer.
- Replace the keyboard.
Mouse is not working
- Check if the mouse is properly connected to the unit.
- Try connecting the USB on the computer to a different port.
- Make sure that the mouse works when directly connected to the computer.
- Replace the mouse.
No Audio
- Check if all the audio cables are connected properly.
- Connect the speakers directly to the computer to verify that the speakers and the computer audio are functioning properly.
- Check the audio settings of the computer and verify that the audio output is through the speakers.
Technical support
For product inquiries, warranty questions, or technical questions, please contact info@smartavi.com.
Limited Warranty Statement
A. Extent of limited warranty
Smart AVI, Inc. warrants to the end-user customers that the Smart AVI product
specified above will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
duration of 1 year, which duration begins on the date of purchase by the
customer. Customer is responsible for maintaining proof of date of purchase.
Smart AVI limited warranty covers only those defects which arise as a result
of normal use of the product, and do not apply to any:
a. Improper or inadequate maintenance or modifications
b. Operations outside product specifications
c. Mechanical abuse and exposure to severe conditions
If Smart AVI receives, during applicable warranty period, a notice of defect,
Smart AVI will at its discretion replace or repair defective product. If Smart
AVI is unable to replace or repair defective product covered by the Smart AVI
warranty within reasonable period of time, Smart AVI shall refund the cost of
the product.
Smart AVI shall have no obligation to repair, replace or refund unit until
customer returns defective product to Smart AVI.
Any replacement product could be new or like new, provided that it has
functionality at least equal to that of the product being replaced.
Smart AVI limited warranty is valid in any country where the covered product
is distributed by Smart AVI.
B. Limitations of warranty
To the extant allowed by local law, neither Smart AVI nor its third party
suppliers make any other warranty or condition of any kind whether expressed
or implied with respect to the Smart AVI product, and specifically disclaim
implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, satisfactory quality, and
fitness for a particular purpose.
C. Limitations of liability
To the extent allowed by local law the remedies provided in this warranty
statement are the customers sole and exclusive remedies.
To the extant allowed by local law, except for the obligations specifically
set forth in this warranty statement, in no event will Smart AVI or its third
party suppliers be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages whether based on contract, tort or any other legal
theory and whether advised of the possibility of such damages.
D. Local law
To the extent that this warranty statement is inconsistent with local law,
this warranty statement shall be considered modified to be consistent with
such law.
NOTICE
The information contained in this document is subject to change without
notice. Smart AVI makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material,
including but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and
fitness for particular purpose. Smart AVI will not be liable for errors
contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with
the furnishing, performance or use of this material. No part of this document
may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated into another language without
prior written consent from Smart AVI, Inc.
20180109
Designed and Manufactured in the USA
Tel: (800) AVI-2131 • 702-800-0005
2455 W Cheyenne Ave, Suite 112
North Las Vegas, NV 89032
www.smartavi.com
2-Port Dual Head DP/HDMI to HDMI KVM Switch with USB 3.0
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