ATEN CS1922, CS1924 User Manual
CS1922 / CS1924
2/4-Port USB3.0
4K DisplayPort KVMP™ Switch
User Manual
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CS1922 / CS1924 User Manual
EMC Information
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE
STATEMENT: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital service, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. Any changes or modifications made to
this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. 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.
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.
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:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
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warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Any of
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Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and
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necessary servicing, repair and any incidental or consequential damages
resulting from any defect in the software.
The manufacturer of this system is not responsible for any radio and/or TV
interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this device. It is the
responsibility of the user to correct such interference.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation
of this system if the correct operational voltage setting was not selected prior
to operation. PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS
CORRECT BEFORE USE.
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Package Contents
The CS1922 / CS1924 package consists of:
1 CS1922 / CS1924 2/4-Port USB 3.0 4K DisplayPort KVMP™ Switch
2/4 DisplayPort Cables (CS1922/CS1924, Certified)
2/4 USB 3.0 Cables (CS1922/CS1924)
4/8 Audio Cables (CS1922/CS1924)
1 Power Adapter
1 User Instructions*
Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing got
damaged in shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer.
Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation
procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit, and/or any of the
devices connected to it.
Note: 1. 4K video resolution needs the high quality DisplayPort Cable.
2. Features may have been added to the CS1922 / CS1924 since this
manual was printed. Please visit our website to download the
most up-to-date version of the manual.
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Contents
EMC Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
Telephone Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
User Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi
About this Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ix
Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ix
Chapter 1.
Introduction
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Computers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
CS1922 Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
CS1924 Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
CS1922 Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
CS1924 Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Chapter 2.
Hardware Setup
Cable Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Chapter 3.
Basic Operation
Port Switching. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Hot Plugging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Powering Off and Restarting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Port ID Numbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Alternative Manual Port Selection Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Chapter 4.
Hotkey Operation
Hotkey Port Switching. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Cycling Through the Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Going Directly to a Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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Auto Scanning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Hotkey Setting Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Invoking HSM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Alternate HSM Invocation Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Alternate Port Switching Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Keyboard Operating Platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
List Switch Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
USB Reset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Keyboard Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Hotkey Beeper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Port Switching Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Firmware Upgrade Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Restore Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Alternative Manual Port Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Mouse Emulation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Mouse Port Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Keyboard Emulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Power on Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Monitor Re-detection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
HSM Summary Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Chapter 5.
Keyboard Emulation
Mac Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Sun Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Chapter 6.
The Firmware Upgrade Utility
Before you Begin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Starting the Upgrade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Upgrade Successful . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Upgrade Failed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Appendix
Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
International. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Hotkey Default Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
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About this Manual
This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your CS1922 /
CS1924 unit. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation.
An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below.
Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the CS1922 / CS1924. Its
purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel
components are described.
Chapter 2, Hardware Setup, describes how to set up your installation. The
necessary steps are provided.
Chapter 3, Basic Operation, explains the fundamental concepts involved
in operating the CS1922 / CS1924.
Chapter 4, Hotkey Operation, details all of the concepts and procedures
involved in the Hotkey operation of your CS1922 / CS1924 installation.
Chapter 5, Keyboard Emulation, provides tables that list the PC to Mac
and PC to Sun keyboard emulation mappings.
Chapter 6, The Firmware Upgrade Utility, explains how to upgrade the
CS1922 / CS1924's firmware with the latest available versions.
An Appendix, provides specifications and other technical information
regarding the CS1922 / CS1924.
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Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in.
[ ] Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to
press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear
together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them:
[Ctrl+Alt].
1. Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps.
♦ Bullet lists provide information, but do not involve sequential steps.
→ Indicates selecting the option (on a menu or dialog box, for
example), that comes next. For example, Start
open the Start menu, and then select Run.
Indicates critical information.
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Run means to
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without limits, visit ATEN on the Web or contact an ATEN Authorized
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
The CS1922 / CS1924 2/4-Port USB 3.0 4K DisplayPort KVMP™ Switch
takes a giant leap forward in KVM switch functionality by combining a KVM
switch with a DisplayPort video interface, 2-port USB hub and 2.1 channel
audio support for rich bass in surround sound. DisplayPort technology provides
a 4K UHD @ 60 Hz and 4K DCI @ 60Hz resolution that displays the most
vivid high-definition images available while pumping out premium sound for
music, movies, and games.
As a KVM switch, the CS1922 / CS1924 allows users to access two or four
DisplayPort computers from a single USB keyboard, USB mouse and monitor
console. In addition to the front panel pushbuttons and hotkeys, the CS1922 /
CS1924 offers the latest mouse port-switching functionality which allows a
double-click of the mouse’s scroll-wheel to change ports. A Power On
Detection feature also ensures that if one computer is powered off, the CS1922
/ CS1924’s will automatically switch ports to the next powered-on computer.
With a built-in USB 3.1 Gen 1 hub, the CS1922 / CS1924 SuperSpeed 5 Gbps
transfer rates to all connected peripherals. The unit’s independent
(asynchronous) switching feature, allows the KVM focus to be on one
computer while the USB peripheral focus is on another computer. This
eliminates the need to purchase a separate USB hub or stand-alone peripheral
sharer – such as a print server, modem splitter, etc.
Featuring an unbeatable combination of ultra high 4K resolutions, a next
generation USB 3.1 Gen 1 hub and enhanced, user-friendly operations, the
CS1922 / CS1924 provides the latest innovations in desktop KVM switching
technology.
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Features
2/4-port DisplayPort KVMP Switch with USB 3.1 Gen1 hub and 2.1
surround sound audio
One USB console controls 2/4 computers and two USB peripherals
Computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys and mouse*
Independent switching of KVM, USB, and Audio focus
Superior video quality – 4K UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz) and 4K DCI
(4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz)
2-port USB 3.1 Gen 1 hub with SuperSpeed 5 Gbps transfer rates
DisplayPort 1.2 compliant, HDCP compliant
Supports HD audio through DisplayPort**
Full bass response for high-quality 2.1 channel surround sound systems
Power On Detection – if a computer is powered off the CS1922 / CS1924
automatically switches to the next powered-on computer
Multi-Stream Transport (MST) allows multiple monitors through a single
DisplayPort connector***
Dual-Mode DisplayPort technology (DP++) supports passive HDMI and
DVI adapters****
Hot pluggable – add or remove computers without powering down the
switch
Mouse emulation/bypass feature supports most mouse drivers and
multifunction mice
Multi-platform support – Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista,
Windows 7/8 and higher, Mac, and Linux
Multilingual keyboard mapping supports English, Japanese, French and
German keyboards
Mac keyboard support and emulation*****
Auto Scan Mode for monitoring all computers
Firmware upgradeable
Note: 1. Mouse port switching is only supported under mouse emulation
mode with a USB 3-button mouse wheel.
2. HD audio through DisplayPort cannot be switched independently.
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3. MST (Multi-Stream Transport) requires either monitors capable
of DisplayPort 1.2 daisy-chaining, or use of a powered
DisplayPort MST Hub. A DisplayPort v1.1a display can be the
last display in a DisplayPort v1.2 chain. The PC source must be
DisplayPort 1.2 compliant.
4. Dual-Mode DisplayPort technology (DP++) does not require an
active adapter for most single display setups. Active DisplayPort
adapters are recommended if you are unsure of the video source's
DP++ compatibility.
5. PC keyboard combinations emulate Mac keyboards. Mac
keyboards only work with their own operating system.
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Requirements
Console
A DisplayPort compatible monitor capable of the highest possible
resolution
A USB mouse
A USB keyboard
Microphone and speakers
Computers
The following equipment must be available on each computer:
A DisplayPort port
Type A USB port
Audio ports
Cables
Only ATEN DisplayPort KVM cables specifically designed to work with this
switch may be used to link to the computers. Two (CS1922) or four (CS1924)
cables are provided with this package.
Note: 1. The quality of the display is affected by the quality and length of
the cables. If you need additional cable sets, please contact your
dealer to purchase ATEN approved cables.
2. If you are using DisplayPort cables that are only DP 1.1
compliant, make sure the DisplayPort EQ setting of the monitor
is set to auto or DP 1.1.
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Operating Systems
OS Versi on
Windows 2000 / XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10
Linux RedHat 6.0 and higher
SuSE 8.2 and higher
Chapter 1. Introduction
Mandriva
(Mandrake)
Novell Netware 5.0 and higher
Mac OS 9 and higher
Dos 6.2 and higher
9.0 and higher
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Components
CS1922 Front View
CS1924 Front View
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2
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No. Component Description
Chapter 1. Introduction
1 Port Selection
Pushbuttons
2 Port LEDs The Port LEDs are built into the Port Selection Pushbuttons. The
3 Audio Ports The cables from your main speakers and main microphone plug in
4 USB 3.1 Gen
1 Hub
For manual port selection (see Port Switching, page 13):
Press a switch for less than two seconds to bring the KVM, USB
hub, and audio focus to the computer attached to its corresponding
port.
Press a port selection pushbutton twice to bring the audio focus to
the computer attached to its corresponding port.
Press a port selection pushbutton for longer than two seconds to
bring only the KVM focus to the computer attached to its corre-
sponding port.
Press switches 1 and 2 simultaneously for 2 seconds to start Auto
Scan Mode (see Auto Scanning, page 19).
upper are KVM Port LEDs; the lower are USB LEDs:
KVM
Lights DIM ORANGE to indicate that the computer attached to the
corresponding port is connected (online).
Changes to BRIGHT ORANGE to indicate that the computer
attached to its corresponding port is the one that has the KVM
focus (Selected).
Flashes to indicate that the computer attached to its corresponding
port is being accessed under Auto Scan mode.
USB
Lights GREEN to indicate that the computer attached to its corresponding port is the one that has access to the USB peripherals.
here. The speakers and microphone plugged in here have priority
over those on the rear panel.
USB peripherals (printers, scanners, drives etc.) plug into this port.
USB 3.1 Gen 1 port features 5 Gbps transfer rates.
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CS1922 Rear View
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CS1924 Rear View
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2
4
No. Component Description
1 Console Ports The cables from your DisplayPort monitor, USB keyboard, USB
2 KVM Ports The cables that link the switch to your computers plug in here. Each
3 Power Jack The power adapter cable plugs into this jack.
4 USB 3.1 Gen
8
1 Hub
mouse, speakers, and microphone plug in here. Each connector is
marked with an appropriate icon to indicate its use.
KVM port section is comprised of a microphone jack, speaker jack,
USB type B socket and a DisplayPort connector.
USB peripherals (printers, scanners, drives etc.) plug into this port.
USB 3.1 Gen 1 port features 5 Gbps transfer rates.
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