Black Box HD6224A Quick Start Manual And User Manual
QUICK START GUIDE AND USER MANUAL
HD6224A
4K60 HDMI
DUAL-HEAD
KVM SWITCH
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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QUICK START GUIDE ......................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Hardware Installation ........................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Front-Panel Control ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3
Commands .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
1. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. OV ERVIE W ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Introduction ...............................................................................................................................................................................................5
2.2 Features .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.3 What’s Included ........................................................................................................................................................................................6
2.4 Hardware Description ..............................................................................................................................................................................6
2.4.1 Front Panel ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................6
2.4.2 Back Panel ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................7
3. HARDWARE INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................................................................... 8
4. FRONT-PANEL CONTROL ............................................................................................................................................................. 9
5. HOTKEY CONTROL ..................................................................................................................................................................... 10
6. RS-232 CONTROL ........................................................................................................................................................................ 11
APPENDIX A. REGULATORY INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................ 13
A.1 FCC Statement ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
A.2 NOM Statement ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
APPENDIX B. DISCLAIMER/TRADEMARKS ................................................................................................................................. 15
B.1 Disclaimer ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
B.2 Trademarks Used in this Manual ............................................................................................................ ..............................................15
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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
1. Ensure that power is disconnected from the 4K60 HDMI Dual-Head KVM Switch.
2. Connect the HDMI cables and USB cables (male-A to male-B) from the computers to the respective ports on the KVM Switch.
3. Optionally connect audio cables from the computers to the respective ports on the KVM Switch.
4. Optionally connect RS-232 for control functions.
5. Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the two USB ports with keyboard and mouse symbols.
6. Optionally connect speakers to the KVM Switch.
7. Optionally connect up to 2 USB peripheral devices such as printers or flash drives.
8. Connect the display monitors to the OUTPUT connectors on the KVM Switch.
9. Power on the KVM Switch.
FRONT-PANEL CONTROL
To switch ports using the front panel, press the Activity buttons to navigate between connected computers.
EDID learning is also done through the front-panel buttons by pressing both buttons simultaneously.
COMMANDS
TABLE QS-1. COMMANDS
COMMANDS HOTKE YS RS-232 CONTROL
Switch all devices (KVM, USB 2.0, and Audio) [CTRL] [CTRL] m [port #] [ENTER] //m [port #] [ENTER]
Switch KVM only [CTRL] [CTRL] c [port #] [ENTER] //c [port #] [ENTER]
Switch Audio only [CTRL] [CTRL] a [port #] [ENTER] //a [port #] [ENTER]
Switch USB 2.0 only CTRL] [CTRL] u [port #] [ENTER] //u [port #] [ENTER]
EDID Learning [CTRL] [CTRL] e [ENTER] //e [ENTER]
Same as front panel Activity button [CTRL] [CTRL] [up-arrow] n/a
Same as front panel Activity button [CTRL] [CTRL] [down-arrow] n/a
Reset [CTRL] [CTRL] r //r
Factory Default Reset [CTRL] [CTRL] f //f
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CHAPTER 1: SPECIFICATIONS
TABLE 1-1. SPECIFICATIONS
Video
Link Rate 5.4 Gbps/lane
Input Interface (8) HDMI 2.0 female
Output Interface (2) HDMI 2.0 female
Resolution 480i to 4K x 2K @ 60 Hz (YUV420)
Input Equalization Automatic
Video Bandwidth 300 MHz, 10.2 Gbps
HDCP Compliant Yes
Input/Output Max. Cable Length 20 ft. (6.2 m) (depending on cable quality)
Audio
Input Interface (4) 3.5-mm stereo audio jack
Output Interface (1) 3.5-mm stereo audio jack
Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 KHz
Common Mode Rejection @ 60 dB
Nominal Level 0.0 to 1.0 V
Control
Front Panel (4) Computer LEDs, (2) Activity buttons and LEDs
RS-232 DB9 female, 9600 bps, N, 8 1, No flow control
Hotkeys Via keyboard
Emulation Keyboard, Video and Mouse
USB
Signal Type USB 2.0, 1.1, and 1.0 w/ internal hub
Input Interface (4) USB Type B (female)
Device Input Interface
Other
Operating Temperature 23 to 95° F (-5 to +35° C)
Storage Temperature -4 to +185° F (-20 to +85° C)
Humidity 5 to 90%, noncondensing
Power External 100-240 VAC/5 VDC, 4 A
Dimensions 2.875" H x 5.75" D x 12.75" W (7.3 x 14.6 x 32.4 cm)
Weight 4.1 lb. (1.9 kg)
Approvals UL, CE, ROHS Compliant
(2) USB 1.1 Type A (female) for keyboard-mouse;
(2) USB 2.0 Type A Transparent
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2.1 INTRODUCTION
The 4K60 HDMI Dual-Head KVM Switch - 4-Port is a dedicated multi-platform KVM switch capable of managing four dual-head 4K
computers through a single KVM. Built with ultra-HD ready HDMI outputs, the KVM Switch offers full 4K emulation at 60 Hz directly
from the device. Until now, HDMI switches lost emulated picture when disconnected from monitors, leading to confusion and
disorganization upon reconnecting. With the 4K60 HDMI Dual-Head KVM Switch, full EDID-assisted HDMI video emulation ensures
visual workspaces and screen resolutions are remembered.
The KVM Switch is HDCP compliant, supporting screen resolutions up to 4K Ultra-HD (3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz) with responsive EDID
emulation. Additionally, the KVM Switch is compatible with any USB peripheral.
The KVM Switch is also easy to control with both a simple front-panel interface, as well as RS-232 or hot-keys.
Source switching made easy: The KVM Switch offers simplified management between four dual-head HDMI equipped computers’ USB
2.0 outputs. Keyboards, mice, and other connected USB devices can be switched between with ease. This dynamic KVM switch can be
controlled via hot keys or RS-232 commands, as well as directly through the console’s easy-to-read front panel.
EDID passthrough and recognition: The KVM Switch features EDID passthrough technology and source recognition, which enable smooth
and efficient switching in virtually any scenario. This plug-and-play EDID functionality makes set up hassle-free and simple.
Full USB keyboard and mouse emulation: The USB keyboard and mouse emulation used by the KVM Switch provides quick source
switching via keyboard hotkeys. The KVM Switch simulates the presence of a keyboard and mouse for every attached computer. This
essential function simulates keyboard and mouse control for all connected computers, so switching between each is kept seamless and
completely uninterrupted.
2.2 FEATURES
Supports up to Ultra-HD 4K (3840 x 2160) @ 30/50/60 Hz
Supports 3D
Supports LPCM, Dolby-AC3, DTS7.1, and DSD/Dolby TrueHD/DTS-HD master audio
Supports HDMI 1.3, 1.4, and 2.0
HDMI and HDCP compliant
Control up to four dual-head computers with a single KVM
Full EDID HDMI video emulation
Zero pixel loss with TMDS signal correction
Supports USB keyboard-mouse emulation
Supports all USB 2.0 devices
Optionally rackmountable
Uses hotkey commands for quick channel selection
Independent (asynchronous) switching of KVM and peripheral USB ports. Users can scan a document and save in another computer
Complete KVM emulation for error-free booting
Easy switching via front-panel, RS-232 or hotkeys
Full HDMI support, backwards compatibility
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