Aten CS1942 User Manual
2/4-Port USB 2.0 Dual View
Mini DisplayPort KVMP Switch
CS1942 / CS1944
User Manual
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CS1942 / CS1944 User Manual
FCC Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. 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
which the receiver is connected;
Consult the dealer/an experienced radio/television technician for help.
RoHS
This product is RoHS compliant.
SJ/T 11364-2006
The following contains information that relates to China.
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User Information
Online Registration
Be sure to register your product at our online support center:
International http://support.aten.com
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Telephone Support
For telephone support, call this number:
International 886-2-8692-6959
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User Notice
All information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual
are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer. The
manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or
implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any
warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Any of
the manufacturer's software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is.
Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and
not the manufacturer, its distributor, or its dealer), assumes the entire cost of all
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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© Copyright 2013 ATEN® International Co., Ltd.
Manual Part No. PAPE-0351-AT1G
Manual Date: 2013-02-20
ATEN and the ATEN logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners.
Package Contents
The basic CS1942 / CS1944 package consists of:
1 CS1942 / CS1944 2/4-Port USB 2.0 Dual View Mini DisplayPort
KVMP Switch
2 Mini DisplayPort 1.1a 1 m Cables (CS1942)
2 Mini DisplayPort 1.1a 2 m Cables (CS1942)
2 USB 2.0 1.8 m Cables (CS1942)
2 Audio Jack 1.8 m Cable Sets (CS1942)
4 Mini DisplayPort 1.1a 1 m Cables (CS1944)
4 Mini DisplayPort 1.1a 2 m Cables (CS1944)
4 USB 2.0 1.8 m Cables (CS1944)
4 Audio Jack 1.8 m Cable Sets (CS1944)
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.
* Features may have been added to the CS1942 / CS1944 since this manual
was published. Please visit our website to download the most up-to-date
version.
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Contents
FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Telephone Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
User Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Package Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Basic Package. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .viii
Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .viii
1. Introduction
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Computers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
CS1942 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
CS1944 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
CS1942 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
CS1944 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
CS1942 / CS1944 Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
CS1944 Side View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
2. Hardware Setup
Cable Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Installation Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
3. Basic Operation
Manual Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Hot Plugging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Powering Off and Restarting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Port ID Numbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
4. Keyboard Port Operation
Port Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Cycling Through the Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Going Directly to a Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Auto Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Hotkey Setting Mode (HSM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
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Invoking HSM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Alternate HSM Invocation Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Alternate Port Switching Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Keyboard Operating Platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
List Switch Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
USB Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Hotkey Beeper Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Disable Port Switching Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Firmware Upgrade Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Restore Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Video DynaSync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Keyboard Emulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Mouse Emulation Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Mouse Port Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Power On Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
USB Quick Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
SPC Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
HSM Summary Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5. Keyboard Emulation
Mac Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility
Before you Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Starting the Upgrade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Upgrade Succeeded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Upgrade Failed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Appendix
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Technical Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Factory Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
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About this Manual
This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your system. 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 CS1942 / CS1944 system.
Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front, side, and back
panel components are described.
Chapter 2, Hardware Setup, describes how to set up your installation,
with a diagram showing the necessary steps.
Chapter 3, Basic Operation, explains the fundamental concepts involved
in operating the CS1942 / CS1944.
Chapter 4, Keyboard Port Operation, details all of the concepts and
procedures involved in the keyboard hotkey operation of your CS1942 /
CS1944 installation
Chapter 5, Keyboard Emulation, provides tables that list the PC to Mac
keyboard emulation mappings.
Chapter 6, The Firmware Upgrade Utility, explains how to use this
utility to upgrade the CS1942 / CS1944's firmware with the latest available
versions.
An Appendix, provides specifications and other technical information
regarding the CS1942 / CS1944.
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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.
Product Information
→ Run means to
For information about all ATEN products and how they can help you connect
without limits, visit ATEN on the Web or contact an ATEN Authorized
Reseller. Visit ATEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers:
International http://www.aten.com
North America http://www.aten-usa.com
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Introduction
Overview
The CS1942 / CS1944 2/4-Port USB 2.0 Dual View Mini DisplayPort KVMP
Switch allows quick switch access between 2/4 computers from a single USB
keyboard and mouse. The amazing functionality combines a Dual View 2/4Port switch with 2-Port USB 2.0 hub and front panel USB quick charge feature.
The latest CS1942 / CS1944 KVM design enhances performance with MiniDisplayPort and Mini-TOSLINK connectors, providing digital audio and video
with ultra high resolution, vivid picture quality, and superior surround sound
with SPDIF connections.
The CS1942 / CS1944’s independent switching allows the KVM focus to be
on one computer while USB peripheral and audio focus are on others. As a
USB hub, it permits each computer to access connected peripherals on a onecomputer-at-a-time basis, eliminating the need to purchase a separate USB
hub. All keyboard and mouse data transfers via fast custom KVM cables for
seamless response. In addition, the hotkey function fully supports
multifunction gaming keyboards and mice.
The CS1942 / CS1944 setup is easy; simply plug the cables into their
appropriate ports and you are ready. There is no software to configure, no
installations, and no incompatibility issues. In addition, the CS1942 / CS1944
intercepts keyboard input directly, allowing it to work on multiple OS
platforms including; Windows, Linux, and Mac.
With all displays and peripherals connected to the CS1942 / CS1944, you
simply select which source you want to view by one of three switching
methods: front touch panel, hotkey, or mouse wheel – simply double-click on
the scroll wheel of your mouse to switch ports.
With it’s unique design and innovative features, the CS1942 / CS1944 provides
style and super functionality in any SOHO environment. The CS1942 /
CS1944 is ideal for multimedia applications, gaming setups, and multicomputer office environments- offering the ultimate in space-saving,
streamlined KVM technology for any desktop.
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Features
One Dual-View USB console independently and simultaneously controls
two/four Mini DisplayPort computers and two additional USB devices
2-Port USB 2.0 hub built in, fully compliant with USB 2.0 specifications
Computer selection via front touch panel/hotkey/mouse wheel*
Mini DisplayPort 1.1a & HDCP compatible
Full bass response provides a rich HD digital surround sound experience
via Mini-TOSLINK connections
Superior video quality - supports up to 2560 x 1600 resolution and 3D
video up to 1920x1080 resolution at 120Hz
Video DynaSync™ - Exclusive ATEN technology eliminates boot-up
display problems and optimizes resolution when switching between ports
Nvidia 3D Vision Ready
USB Quick Charge Feature (front panel USB port)
Independent switching of USB peripherals, audio, and KVM focus
Keyboard and Mouse support emulation and bypass
Auto scan feature
Power on Detection
Mac keyboard support and emulation**
Multilingual keyboard mapping - Supports English, Japanese, and French
keyboards
Multiplatform support- Windows, Linux and Mac
Upgradeable firmware via USB interface
*Mouse port switching only works with 3-key USB mouse wheel in emulation
mode.
**PC keyboards emulate Mac keyboards, and Mac keyboards only work with
their own computers.
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Requirements
Console
Two Mini DisplayPort (mDP) monitors or DP monitors with mDP
adapters
USB mouse
USB keyboard
Microphone and Speakers
Computers
Mini DisplayPort (Display Port with mDP adapters)
USB Type A Port
Audio Ports (optional)
Cables
CS1942
Two Mini DisplayPort 1.1a 1 m cables, and two Mini DisplayPort 1.1a 2 m
cables, included with the CS1942 package
Two USB 2.0 1.8 m cables and two 3.5mm Audio Jack 1.8 m cables,
included with the CS1942 package
CS1944
Four Mini DisplayPort 1.1a 1 m cables, and four Mini DisplayPort 1.1a 2
m cables, included with the CS1944 package
Four USB 2.0 1.8 m cables and four 3.5mm Audio Jack 1.8 m cables,
included with the CS1944 package
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Operating Systems
Supported operating systems are shown in the table, below:
OS Ver sio n
Windows 2000 SP4 and higher, XP, 2003, 2008, Vista
Linux RedHat Fedora and higher, RHEL AS 4, RHEL 5,
SuSE 10 and higher, OpenSUSE 10.2; SLES 10 SP1
Debian 3.1, 4.0
Ubuntu 7.04, 7.10
UNIX FreeBSD 5.5, 6.1, 6.2
Novell Netware 6.0, 6.5
Mac 9.0, 9.1, 10.1, 10.2, 10.3, 10.4, 10.5
(x64, x86), Windows 7 (x64, x86)
RHEL 5
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Components
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KVM
AUDIO
USB LINK
MODE
1
2
3
4
5
1
4
3
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Chapter 1. Introduction
CS1944 Front View
2
1
3
MODE
KVM
AUDIO
USB LINK
1
2
2
4
5
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No. Component Description
1 LED Status Panel This panel contains LED icons that light to indicate
mode and port status. The Mode and Port Selection
touch panels have three corresponding LED icons
that light to indicate status – KVM, Audio, and USB
Link. LED Status Indications:
KVM
DIM Orange LED: Device is connected to the
KVMP switch but the port is not selected for use
Bright Orange LED: Port has focus on the switch
for KVM (Keyboard, video and mouse) use
AUDIO
Green LED: Port is selected for audio use
USB LINK
Green LED: Port is selected for USB peripheral use
2 Port Selection
Touch Panels
For manual port selection (see Manual Switching,
page 15):
To bring complete focus (KVM, Audio, and USB
Link) to a computer, either: a) press the port selec-
tion touch panel that corresponds to that computer,
or: b) press the Mode touch panel once (the Mode
touch panel icons flash) and then press the port
selection touch panel (1, 2, 3, 4) that corresponds to
that computer. All three port icons light up.
To bring only the KVM focus to a computer, press
the Mode touch panel twice (the Mode touch panel
KVM icon will flash), and then press the port selection touch panel that corresponds to that computer.
The port’s KVM icon lights up.
To bring only the Audio focus to a computer, press
the Mode touch panel three times (the Mode touch
panel Audio icon will flash), and then press the port
selection touch panel that corresponds to that computer. The port’s Audio icon lights up.
To bring only the USB focus to a computer, press
the Mode touch panel four times (the Mode touch
panel USB icon will flash), and then press the port
selection touch panel that corresponds to that computer. The port’s USB icon lights up.
Press and hold port selection touch panel 1 and 2
simultaneously for 2 seconds to start Auto Scan
Mode (see Auto Scanning, page 19)
Note: If a port is not selected within five seconds of
pushing the Mode touch panel, the Mode touch panel
will power off.
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No. Component Description
3 Mode Selection
Touch Panel
4 Analog Audio Ports Your console speakers and microphone plug in here.
5 USB 2.0 Peripheral
Port
This touch panel allows you to cycle through the four
focus modes – complete, KVM, audio, and USB.
USB 2.0 peripherals (printers, scanners, etc.) plug in
here, in addition this port provides the USB quick
charge feature.
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