ATEN CS1942DP User Manual

CS1942DP / CS1944DP User Manual
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EMC Information ii
SJ/T 11364-2006 iii
User Information iv
Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
User Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Package Contents v
Contents vi
About this Manual viii
Conventions ix
Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
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1. Introduction
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Requirements 4
Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Computers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Operating Systems 5
Components 6
CS1942DP Rear View 8
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2. Hardware Setup
Cable Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Installation Diagram 13
Quad-Display (DCC Mode) 14
Quad-Display Installation 15
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3. Basic Operation
Manual Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Manual Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Mouse Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Hotkey Switching. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Hot Plugging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Powering Off and Restarting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Port ID Numbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Alternative Manual Port Selection Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
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4. Hotkey Operation

ATEN CS1942DP Specifications

General

DC-in jack	Yes
Console ports	3.5mm headphone, 3.5mm mic, DisplayPort, USB A
Headphone outputs	4
DisplayPort version	1.2
DisplayPorts quantity	6
Number of computers controlled	2
Product color	Black
Rack mounting	No
Housing material	Metal
Scan interval	1, 5, 99 s
Video bandwidth	60 Hz
Maximum resolution	4096 x 2160 pixels
Auto scan delay (max)	99 s
Auto scan delay (min)	1 s
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
Power source	DC
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 60 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 50 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	0 - 80 %
Cables included	Audio (3.5mm), DisplayPort to Mini DisplayPort, USB
Harmonized System (HS) code	85176200

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	335 mm
Width	156.6 mm
Height	44 mm
Weight	1540 g

Summary

1. Introduction

Overview

Provides a general overview of the CS1942DP/CS1944DP KVM switch features and capabilities.

Features

Lists the key features and specifications of the CS1942DP/CS1944DP KVM switch.

Requirements

Details the necessary console and computer hardware and software for installation.

Components

Describes the physical components on the front and rear panels of the CS1942DP/CS1944DP.

CS1942DP Rear View

Illustrates and labels the rear panel ports and connectors of the CS1942DP model.

2. Hardware Setup

Cable Connections

Step-by-step instructions for connecting cables for the KVM switch setup.

Installation Diagram

A visual diagram illustrating the hardware connections for the KVM switch.

Quad-Display (DCC Mode)

Explains how to set up the KVM switch for a quad-display configuration using DCC mode.

Quad-Display Installation

A diagram illustrating the physical connections for a quad-display setup.

3. Basic Operation

Manual Switching

Describes methods for switching between computers using front panel buttons.

Mouse Switching

Explains how to switch computers using the mouse scroll wheel.

Hotkey Switching

Details using keyboard hotkeys for switching between connected computers.

Hot Plugging

Information on adding or removing USB peripherals without powering down.

Powering Off and Restarting

Outlines the correct procedure for powering the KVM switch on and off.

Port ID Numbering

Explains how KVM ports are assigned numerical IDs.

Alternative Manual Port Selection Settings

Describes alternative methods for manual port selection via pushbuttons.

5. Keyboard Emulation

Mac Keyboard

Details emulation mappings for PC keyboards to function as Mac keyboards.

4. Hotkey Operation

Port Switching

General overview of port switching operations using hotkeys.

Cycling Through the Ports

Details hotkey combinations for cycling through connected computers.

Going Directly to a Port

Explains hotkeys to directly select a specific computer port.

Auto Scanning

How to use the Auto Scan feature to monitor computers automatically.

Hotkey Setting Mode

Guide on entering and using the Hotkey Setting Mode (HSM).

Invoking HSM

Step-by-step instructions to enter the Hotkey Setting Mode.

Alternate HSM Invocation Keys

Alternative key combinations for invoking the HSM.

Alternate Port Switching Keys

Alternative key combinations for activating port switching.

Keyboard Operating Platform

How to configure the keyboard emulation for different operating systems.

List Switch Settings

Procedure to display the current KVM switch settings.

USB Reset

How to perform a reset for USB devices.

Hotkey Beeper Control

How to toggle the audible beeper on or off.

Firmware Upgrade Mode

Instructions for entering the firmware upgrade mode.

Restore Default Settings

Resets hotkey settings to their factory defaults.

Keyboard Emulation Control

How to enable or disable keyboard emulation.

Mouse Emulation Control

How to enable or disable mouse emulation.

Mouse Port Switching

Using mouse wheel for port switching.

HSM Summary Table

A summary table of all HSM keys and their functions.

6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility

Before You Begin

Preparation steps required before starting the firmware upgrade process.

Starting the Upgrade

Step-by-step guide to initiate the firmware upgrade utility.

Upgrade Succeeded

Information displayed when the firmware upgrade is successful.

Upgrade Failed

Troubleshooting steps if the firmware upgrade process fails.

7. Appendix

Safety Instructions

Crucial safety guidelines for operating and handling the device.

Technical Support

Information on how to obtain technical assistance and support.

Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the CS1942DP and CS1944DP models.

Troubleshooting

Common problems and their solutions for the KVM switch.

Limited Hardware Warranty

Details regarding the warranty coverage for the hardware.