SMART-AVI SM-DVN-4Q Advanced KVM Switch User Guide
- June 16, 2024
- Smart-AVI
Table of Contents
**SMART-AVI SM-DVN-4Q Advanced KVM Switch User Guide
**
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VIDEO
Format| DVI Dual Link; DVI Single-Link; VGA
Maximum Pixel Clock| 165 MHz
Input Interface| (16) DVI-I 29-pin
Output Interface| (4) DVI-I 29-pin
Resolution| DVI Dual-Link: 2560 x 1600;DVI Single-Link: 1920 x 1200;VGA: 1920
x 1080
DDC| 5 volts p-p (TTL)
Input Equalization| Automatic
Input Cable Length| Up to 20 ft.
Output Cable Length| Up to 20 ft.
USB
Signal Type| USB 2.0, 1.1, and 1.0 w/ internal hub
Input Interface| (4) USB Type B
Output Interface| (2) USB 1.1 Type A for KVM Devices(2) USB 2.0 Type A
Transparent
AUDIO
Input| (4) 3.5 mm Stereo Audio
Output| (1) 3.5 mm Stereo Audio
POWER
Power Requirements| 12V DC, 3A power adapter withcenter-pin positive polarity
ENVIRONMENT
Operating Temp| 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)
Storage Temp| -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C)
Humidity| 0-80% RH, non-condensing
CONTROL
Front Panel| Push Buttons with LED indicators
RS-232| Via Serial @ 115200 bps
Hot Keys| Via Keyboard
OTHER
Emulation| Keyboard, Mouse and Video
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
| PART NO. | QTY | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| SM-DVN-4Q-S | 1 | Quad Head 4-Port DVI-I Dual Link KVM Switch with Audio and USB |
2.0 Support.
PS12VDC3A| 1| 12V DC, 3A power adapter with center-pin positive polarity.
| 1| Quick Start Guide
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.
EDID LEARN
The KVM is designed to learn a connected monitor’s EDID upon power up. In the event of connecting a new monitor to the KVM, a power re-cycle is required.
SYSTEM CONTROL
There are three ways to control the SM-DVN:
Keyboard HotKeys, RS-232 Serial Commands, and Front Panel Buttons.
The settings for the serial connection are as follows:
Baud rate: 115200; Data Bits: 8;
Parity: None; Stop Bits: 1;
Flow Control: None.
The following commands can be used:
| Command | HotKey | RS-232 |
|---|---|---|
| Switch KVM | [CT][CT][#] |
// m [#] |
| Audio Only | [CT][CT] a [#] |
// a [#] |
| KM Only | [CT][CT] c [#] |
// c [#] |
| USB Only | [CT][CT] u [#] |
// u [#] |
| Learn EDID | [CT][CT] e |
// e |
| SW Reset | [CT][CT] r | // r |
| Status Query | N/A | // ?? |
| Current HK Trigger | [Alt][Alt][Alt] x 0 |
// hk |
| Update HK Trigger | [HK][HK] x [1 | 2 |
Chart Key
[CT] = Ctrl = Carriage Return (Enter Key) [HK] = Current Hot Key Trigger 1 =
Ctrl (Default) | 2 = Shift | 3 = Scroll Lock
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
- Ensure that power is turned off or disconnected from the unit and the computers.
- Use DVI cables to connect the DVI output ports from each computer to the corresponding DVI -I IN ports of the unit.
- Use a USB cable (Type-A to Type-B) to connect a USB port on each computer to the respective USB ports of the unit.
- Optionally connect a stereo audio cable (3.5mm to 3.5mm) to connect the audio output of the computers to the AUDIO IN ports of the unit.
- Connect monitors to the DVI-I OUT console ports of the unit using DVI cables.
- Connect a USB keyboard and mouse in the two USB console ports.
- Optionally connect stereo speakers to the AUDIO OUT port of the unit.
- Finally, power on the KVM by connecting a 12VDC power supply to the power connector, and then turn on all the computers.
Note : You can connect up to 4 computers to the 4 port KVM.
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Phone: 702-800-0005
2455 W. Cheyenne Ave, Suite 112 North Las Vegas, NV 89032
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A full Manual can be downloaded from www.smartavi.com/SM-DVN- 4Q/