Black Box KVD200-2H User guide

USER MANUAL

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2-PORT 4K

HDMI DH KVM SWITCH

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PC-1

Select

On-line

Switch

Reset

HDMI-2 Out

PC-2

HDMI-1 Out

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................... 3

2. OVERVIE W ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 4

2.1 Introduction ...............................................................................................................................................................................................4

2.2 Features .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4

2.3 What’s Included ........................................................................................................................................................................................4

2.4 Hardware Description ..............................................................................................................................................................................5

3. I NSTALLATION .............................................................................................................................................................................. 7

3.1 Installation Diagram ................................................................................................................................................................................. 7

3.2 Installation Steps .....................................................................................................................................................................................7

4. OPERATION .................................................................................................................................................................................... 9

4.1 PC Port Switching.....................................................................................................................................................................................9

4.1.1 Manual Pushbutton ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 9

4.1.2 Hotkey Commands ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 9

APPENDIX A. REGULATORY INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................ 10

A.1 FCC Class A Statement ......................................................................................................................................................................... 10

A.2 NOM Statement ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 11

APPENDIX B. DISCLAIMER/TRADEMARKS ................................................................................................................................. 12

B.1 Disclaimer ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 12

B.2 Trademarks Used in this Manual ............................................................................................................ ..............................................12

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CHAPTER 1: SPECIFICATIONS

1. SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE 1-1. SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION

Console Ports: (2) HDMI female for output (2) USB Type A female for HID devices (2) USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A female for peripheral sharing (1) USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C female for peripheral sharing (2) 3.5-mm audio phone jacks

Connectors

Console x PC 1 x 2

PC Port switch interface (1) pushbutton

LED interface

Storage Temperature -4 to +140° F (-20 to +60° C)

Operating Humidity 0 to 80% relative humidity

Power

Dimensions 1.26" H x 7.08" W x 3.86" D (3.2 x 18.0 x 9.8 cm)

Weight 1.09 lb. (0.495 kg)

Certifications FCC Class A, CE

PC Ports: (2) HDMI female for input (2) DisplayPort female for input (2) USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type B female (4) 3.5-mm audio phone jacks Other: (1) 1.7-mm barrel plug for power

1. To show PC port selection status

2. To show PC port connection status

Input: 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.8 A; Output: 12 V, 2 A

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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW

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2.1 INTRODUCTION

The 2-Port 4K HDMI Dual-head KVM Switch allows the control of two computers with 4K dual HDMI video output via a single console set of USB keyboard/mouse/hub, microphone, speaker, and display. The 2-Port 4K HDMI Dual-head KVM Switch has built-in USB 3.2 Gen 1 compliant and 3.5-mm mini stereo ports that allow sharing of USB keyboard/mouse/hub, speaker, and microphone among the connected computers. Switch between the connected computers using the front-panel pushbutton or keyboard hotkey commands. The switch includes a USB-C interface for high-speed data transfer/high-speed peripherals. Product setup is quick and simple with no software to install, so you’re ready to go right out of the box.

2.2 FEATURES

 Control two computers via one USB console.

 Support computers with resolutions up to 4K UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz) dual HDMI video output

 Complies with HDMI 2.0 , DisplayPort 1.2, and HDCP 2.2 standards.

 PC source video — dual input: (1) HDMI, (1) DisplayPort

 Switch by pushbutton and keyboard hotkeys.

 Computers and devices can be unplugged and re-plugged without having to shut down the KVM switch.

 Indicate the connected computers’ statuses clearly via LEDs.

 USB 3.2 Gen 1 compliant keyboard/mouse enable you to control the computer conveniently and easily.

 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub: USB transparency is suitable for a variety of peripherals. Includes a USB-C interface for high-speed data

transfer/high-speed peripherals.

 3.5-mm mini stereo ports (speaker and microphone) support the computer’s audio line in/out.

 No software drivers are needed.

2.3 WHAT’S INCLUDED

Your package should contain the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or [email protected]

 (1) 2-Port 4K HDMI Dual-head KVM Switch (with audio line in/out and USB hub)

 (1) External Power Supply (Input: 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.4 A; Output: 5 V, 2 A) (includes US, EU, UK, AU plug types)

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2.4 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION

Figure 2-1 shows the front panel of the KVM switch. Figure 2-2 shows the back panel. Tables 2-1 and 2-2 describe the components.

4K60

PC-2 PC-1

Reset

HDMI-2 Out

HDMI-1 Out

Switch

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FIGURE 2-1. FRONT PANEL

Select

On-line

TABLE 2-1. FRONT-PANEL SWITCH COMPONENTS

NUMBER IN FIGU RE 2-1 COMPONENT DESCRIPTION

1 (1) Audio jack Microphone port at console

2 (1) Reset pushbutton Press to reset system to default

3 (1) Audio jack Speaker/earphone port at console

4 (1) HDMI connector HDMI output at console for PC2

5 (1) HDMI connector HDMI output at console for PC1

6, 10 Selected PC/server indicator (Red)

7, 9 On-line PC/server indicator (Green)

8 PC port switch push button

11 (1) USB 3.2 Gen 1 Gen1 Type C connector USB port at console for peripheral*

12 (2) USB 3.2 Gen 1 Gen1 Type A connector USB hub ports at console for peripherals*

13 (1) USB Type A connector USB mouse port at console

14 (1) USB Type A connector USB keyboard port at console

*It only supports data transmission for USB peripherals, such as USB Flash Drive.

Light to indicate that the PC/server is connected to the corresponding port is being accessed by the KVM console

Light to indicate that the PC/server connected to the corresponding port is up and running

Press once to switch the console port connection between the two connected PC/server cyclically

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PC-2

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HDMI-In DP-In

DP-InHDMI-In

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FIGURE 2-2. BACK PANEL

TABLE 2-2. BACK-PANEL SWITCH COMPONENTS

NUMBER IN FIGU RE 2-2 COMPONENT DESCRIPTION

1 (1) Power DC Jack Connect the power supply to the KVM switch here

2 (1) Audio jack Microphone port for PC-1

3 (1) Audio jack Speaker/Earphone port for PC-1

4 (1) HDMI connector HDMI input for PC-1

5 (1) USB Type B connector USB port for PC-1

6 (1) DisplayPort connector DisplayPort input for PC-1

7, (1) Audio jack Microphone port for PC-2

8 (1) Audio jack Speaker/Earphone port for PC-2

9 (1) HDMI connector HDMI input for PC-2

10 (1) USB Type B connector USB port for PC-2

11 (1) DisplayPort connector DisplayPort input for PC-2

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CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION

3.1 INSTALLATION STEPS

Refer to the following diagrams and steps to set up your KVM switch installation.

3.1.1 C O N S O L E S I D E

4K60

PC-2 PC-1

Reset

HDMI-2 Out

HDMI-1 Out

Switch

Select

On-line

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Microphone

Speaker

USB devices

Keyboard

Mouse

FIGURE 3-1. CONSOLE SIDE (FRONT VIEW)

1. Connect HDMI monitors to the “HDMI Out” console ports on the front panel of the KVM switch.

2. Connect your USB keyboard and USB mouse directly to the USB keyboard and mouse ports on the front panel of the KVM switch.

3. Connect the microphone and speaker to the corresponding 3.5 mm Mini Stereo console jacks on the front panel of the KVM switch.

4. Connect your USB devices into the USB ports. (Optional)

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3.1.2 PC SIDE

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HDMI-In DP-In

PC-2

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DP-InHDMI-In

HDMI

USB

DisplayPort

PC 2

DC 5V

Speaker

Microphone

PC 1

HDMI

DisplayPort

USB

Speaker

Microphone

FIGURE 3-2. PC SIDE (BACK VIEW)

1. Be prepared with the related cables, plug the DisplayPort/HDMI, USB, microphone, and speaker connectors into their corresponding sockets on the back panel of the KVM switch

2. At the other end of the cable set, plug the DisplayPort/HDMI, USB, microphone, and speaker connectors into their respective ports on the first computer (PC-1).

3. Repeat above steps to add the second computer (PC-2).

4. Connect the power supply to the KVM switch, and then plug it into an appropriate power source.

5. Turn on the power to all connected devices.

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4.1 PC PORT SWITCHING

There are two ways to access computers and devices connected to the KVM switch:

 Manual Pushbutton

 Hotkeys

4.1.1 M A N U A L P U S H B U T T O N

Press the pushbutton once, switching the selected PC port among the two connected computers cyclically.

4.1.2 HOTKEY COMMANDS

Hotkey commands are executed using only the keyboard.

The following procedure describes the hotkey functionality availability.

Hotkey Execution Procedure

1. Press the [Scroll Lock] key twice continuously to enter Hotkey mode. While in Hotkey mode, the Scroll Lock LED of the keyboard

flashes continuously. When entering or exiting from Hotkey mode, the buzzer of the KVM switch beeps.

2. Press the [Scroll Lock] key twice continuously within 5 seconds.

3. Key in the hotkey command within 10 seconds, or it will be aborted if the time exceeds 10 seconds.

TABLE 4-1. HOTKEY COMMANDS

NUMBER HOTKEY COMMAND DESCRIPTION FUNCTION

1

2

3 [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [S] or [Ctrl] [Ctrl] [S]

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NOTE: All hotkey value settings of the KVM switch return to default when it restarts.

[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [Enter]

or [Ctrl] [Ctrl] [Enter]

[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [B] [Number] or [Ctrl] [Ctrl] [B] [Number]

[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [I] [Number] [Enter] or [Ctrl] [Ctrl] [I] [Number] [Enter]

PC-1 PC-2 PC port cyclic switching

Number: 0/1 0: Disable 1: Enable (Default)

How to stop Auto-Scan when it’s on:

1. Press any key on the keyboard.

2. Press the pushbutton once.

When Auto-Scan stops, the PC port is switched to the one being scanned.

Number: 5 to 99 (Default: 5) Auto-Scan time interval setting

Buzzer switch on/off

Auto-Scan enabling

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A.1 FCC CLASS A STATEMENT

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used

properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

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A.2 NOM STATEMENT

1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.

2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.

3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas.

4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.

5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca

de una alberca, etc.

6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante.

7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea recomendado por el fabricante.

8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación.

Todo otro servicio deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.

9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico

sobre una cama, sofá, alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilación.

10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros

aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que producen calor.

11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como

se indique en el aparato.

12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.

13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados

sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del aparato.

14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante.

15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia.

16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.

17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.

18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:

A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato;o C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempeño; o E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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B.1 DISCLAIMER

Black Box Corporation shall not be liable for damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, punitive, consequential or cost of cover damages, resulting from any errors in the product information or specifications set forth in this document and Black Box Corporation may revise this document at any time without notice.

B.2 TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL

Black Box and the Black Box logo type and mark are registered trademarks of Black Box Corporation.

Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the trademark owners.

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