infobit iSwitch 201HK 4K60 2×1 KVM Switcher User Manual

: June 24, 2024
: infobit

Table of Contents

infobit iSwitch 201HK 4K60 2×1 KVM Switcher
Product Usage Instructions
Frequently Asked Questions
Introduction
Features
Package Contents
Specifications
Operation Controls and Functions
Hotkey Switch Function
ASCII Commands
Application Example
References
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infobit iSwitch 201HK 4K60 2×1 KVM Switcher

Specifications

Technical

HDMI Compliance: HDMI 2.0
HDCP Compliance: HDCP 2.3
Video Bandwidth: 18Gbps
Audio Latency: No Latency
Video Resolution: Up to 4K@60Hz, 2K@60Hz/144Hz
IR Level: 5Vp-p
IR Frequency: Fixed frequency 38KHz
Color Space: RGB, YCbCr 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:2:2, YCbCr 4:2:0
Color Depth: 8/10/12bit
HDR Support: HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG
CEC Support: Yes
Audio Formats:
- HDMI IN/OUT: LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, Dolby\Atmos, DTS, DTS-EX, DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DSD
- L/R OUT: PCM 2.0CH

ESD Protection Connection

Input ports: 2 x HDMI input [Type A, 19-pin\female]
Output ports: 1 x HDMI output [Type A, 19-pin female], 1 x L/R audio output [3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack]
Control ports: 1 x RS-232 [3pin-3.81mm phoenix connector], 1 x IR EXT [3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack], 2 x USB HOST [USB Type B], 4 x USB DEVICES [USB Type A]

Mechanical

Housing Color: Metal Enclosure Black
Dimensions Weight: 175mm [W] x 100mm [D] x 30mm [H], 506g
Power Supply: Input: AC 100 – 240V 50/60Hz Output: DC 12V/1A (US/EU standard, CE/FCC/UL certified)
Power Consumption: Typical value: 5.16W Standby mode: 0.6W
Operating Temperature Relative Humidity: 20 – 90% RH (no-condensing)
Recommended HDMI Cable Video Resolution: 4K60 4:4:4

Product Usage Instructions

Setup and Installation

Unbox the package contents and ensure all items are present.
Connect the HDMI cables from your computers to the input ports on the KVM switcher.
Connect the HDMI output port to your monitor or display device using another HDMI cable.
Connect your USB peripherals to the USB HOST ports on the KVM switcher.
Connect the power supply to the KVM switcher and plug it into a power outlet.

Switching Between Computers

You can switch between connected computers using one of thefollowing methods:

Press the front panel buttons on the KVM switcher.
Use keyboard/mouse hotkeys for seamless switching.
Utilize the included IR remote control for convenience.
Send RS-232 commands for switching operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I connect multiple monitors to this KVM switcher?

A: No, this KVM switcher supports one monitor output only.

Thank you for purchasing this product

For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully before connecting, operating or adjusting this product. Please keep this manual for future reference.

Surge protection device recommended

This product contains sensitive electrical components that may be damaged by electrical spikes, surges, electric shock, lighting strikes, etc. Use of surge protection systems is highly recommended in order to protect and extend the life of your equipment.

Introduction

This is a 2×1 KVM Switcher with hotkey switching. It supports resolutions up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit and can also transmit USB 3.0 signal up to 5Gbps for KVM function. \The switcher features virtual interaction function, so that it can automatically wake up the connected PC that is 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 keyboard/mouse 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

HDCP 2.3 compliant
Support Ultra-wide Screen, resolution up to 4K@60Hz, 2K@60Hz/144Hz as specified in HDMI 2.0
HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG pass-through
Using only 1 set of keyboard, mouse and monitor to control 2 computers
Support video fast switching, and keyboard/mouse seamless switching
Each input port has an EDID emulator to provide the correct information \for the PC
Support hot plug, disconnect or connect devices to the KVM at any time
Switching via front panel buttons, keyboard/mouse hotkeys, IR remote control, and RS-232 commands
Support auto switching
Advanced hardware/software design and production ensure zero latency
The integrated USB 3.0 ports allow you to share USB peripherals like printer, scanner, webcam and hard disk between computers with data transfer rate up to 5Gbp/s
Compact design for easy and flexible installation

Package Contents

1 x 4K60 2×1 KVM Switcher
1 x IR Remote
1 x 3pin-3.81mm Phoenix Connector (male)
1 x Fixed Frequency 38KHz IR Receiver Cable (1.5 meters)
2 x USB Cable (USB 3.0, AM to BM, 1.8 meters)
2 x HDMI Cable (male to male, 1.5 meters)
2 x Mounting Ears
4 x Machine Screws (KM3*4)
1 x 12V/1A Multinational Locking Power Supply
1 x User Manual

Specifications

Technical

Audio Formats

| HDMI IN/OUT:

LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-EX, DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DSD

L/R OUT:

PCM 2.0CH

ESD Protection| IEC 61000-4-2:

±8kV (Air-gap discharge), ±4kV (Contact discharge)

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Connection
Input ports| 2 x HDMI input [Type A, 19-pin female]
Output ports| 1 x HDMI output [Type A, 19-pin female]

1 x L/R audio output [3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack]

Control ports

| 1 x RS-232 [3pin-3.81mm phoenix connector] 1 x IR EXT [3.5mm Stereo Mini- jack]

2 x USB HOST [USB Type B]

4 x USB DEVICES [USB Type A]

Output: DC 12V/1A (US/EU standard, CE/FCC/UL certified)

Power Consumption| Typical value: 5.16W Standby mode: 0.6W
Operating

Temperature

(HDMI IN / OUT)

| 5m/16ft| 10m/33ft
The use of “Premium High Speed HDMI” cable is highly recommended.

Operation Controls and Functions

Front Panel

$infobit-iSwitch-201HK-4K60-2x1-KVM-Switcher-FIG $1$$

No.	Name	Function Description
1	USB 3.0 ports	USB 3.2 Gen 1 device ports, connected to USB 3.0 flash disk,

camera, printer etc.

2

| USB 3.0 ports (with hotkey mode)| ▪ When Hotkey switch to OFF mode, these two ports support USB 3.2 Gen 1 device.

▪ When Hotkey switch to ON mode, these two ports support USB 1.1 mouse and keyboard only.

3| Power LED| The Power LED will light in green when the product is working, and red when the product is on standby.
4| Input channel

LED 1/2

| When the HDMI input port 1/2 is selected as the signal input channel, the corresponding LED 1/2 will light in green.
5| AUTO LED| When the auto switching function is enabled, the AUTO LED will light in green, otherwise it will light off.
6| IR Window| IR signal receiving window.

7

| ****

HOTKEY

switch

| Use the switch to enable/disable the hotkey switching mode.

▪ Switch to “ON”: The connected keyboard and mouse support hotkey switching mode.

▪ Switch to “OFF”: The connected keyboard and mouse don’t support hotkey switching mode.

8| SELECT

button

| Press the button to switch the input channel.

Rear Panel $infobit-iSwitch-201HK-4K60-2x1-KVM-Switcher-FIG $2$$

No.	Name	Function Description

1

| ****

PC 1 ports

| HDMI: HDMI signal input port, connected to HDMI source device such as PC with HDMI cable.

USB HOST: USB Host port, connected to PC 1. It can be used for firmware upgrade.

2

| ****

PC 2 ports

| HDMI: HDMI signal input port, connected to HDMI source device such as PC with HDMI cable.

USB HOST: USB Host port, connected to PC 2.

3| DISPLAY

HDMI port

| HDMI signal output port, connected to HDMI display device such as TV or Monitor with HDMI cable.
4| L/R audio port| 3.5mm analog audio output port.
5| RS-232 port| 3-pin phoenix connector, connected to a PC or control system for serial port upgrade.

6

| ****

IR EXT port

| IR signal receiving port, connected with 38KHz IR Receiver cable. If the IR signal receiving window of the unit is blocked or the unit is installed in a closed area out of infrared line of sight, the IR receiver cable can be inserted to the “IR EXT” port to receive the IR remote signal.
7| DC 12V| DC 12V/1A power input port.

IR Pin Definition

IR Receiver pin’s definition is as below:

IR Remote

Power on or Standby: Press this button to power on the switcher or set it to standby mode.
Auto: Press this button to enable/disable the auto switching function.
1/2: Press 1/2 button to select the HDMI input port 1/2 as the input channel, and the corresponding channel LED on the front panel will light in green.
- : Press this button to cyclically switch the input channel.

Hotkey Switch Function

The Hotkey switch on the front panel allows you to enable/disable the hotkey switch function.

When Hotkey switch to OFF mode, the hotkey switch function is disabled, and two USB 3.0 ports (with hotkey mode) support USB 3.2 Gen 1 device.
When Hotkey switch to ON mode, the hotkey switch function is enabled, and two USB 3.0 ports (with hotkey mode) only support USB 1.1 mouse and keyboard, which can be used for hotkey switching.

Keyboard & Mouse Hotkey Function

When the hotkey mode is enabled, you can use keyboard and mouse hot keys to operate and control the product.

Keyboard hotkeys are as following $infobit-iSwitch-201HK-4K60-2x1-KVM-Switcher-FIG $5$$
Mouse hotkeys are as follows:
- Double-click Middle-Right (Double-click the mouse scroll wheel, and then
- click the right button): Switch to next input
- Double-click Middle-Left (Double-click the mouse scroll wheel, and then
- click the left button): Switch to previous input

ASCII Commands

The product also supports ASCII commands control. Connect the RS-232 port of the product to a PC with a 3-pin phoenix connector cable and an RS-232 to USB cable. The connection method is as follows. $infobit-iSwitch-201HK-4K60-2x1 -KVM-Switcher-FIG $6$$

Then, open a Serial Command tool on PC to send ASCII commands to control the product. The ASCII commands list about the product is shown as below . $infobit-iSwitch-201HK-4K60-2x1-KVM-Switcher-FIG $7$$ $infobit-iSwitch-201HK-4K60-2x1-KVM-Switcher-FIG $8$$