The ATEN CS1842 Dual Display KVMP™ Switch presents a valuable
solution for desktop workstation with instant and effortless access
to two HDMI interface computers from a single USB keyboard, mouse
and two HDMI monitors; to meet users’ needs, the CS1842 is
compliant with HDMI 2.0 standard and supports superior video
quality up to 4K DCI (4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz), offering the most
stunning and vivid visuals.
Computer Connections 2
Port Selection Hotkey, Pushbutton, Mouse, RS-232 Commands, Remote
Port Selector
Connectors
Console Ports 2 x USB Type A Female
2 x HDMI Female (Black)
2 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Green; 1 x front, 1 x rear)
2 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Pink; 1 x front, 1 x rear)
KVM (Computer) Ports 2 x USB3.1 Gen1 Type B Female (Blue)
4 x HDMI Female (Black)
2 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Green)
2 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Pink)
Daisy Chain Ports 1 x RJ-45 Female
Remote Port Selector 1 x 2.5mm Audio Jack Female
Power 1 x DC Jack
USB Hub 2 x USB3.1 Gen1 Type A Female (Blue; 1 x front; 1 x rear)
Switches
Selected 3 x Pushbutton
Station Selection 1 x Slide Switch
LEDs
On Line /Selected 3 (Orange)
USB Link 3 (Green)
Audio 3 (Green)
Emulation
Keyboard / Mouse USB
Video 4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz
Scan Interval 1-99 Seconds (Default: 5 sec.)
Power Consumption DC12V:3.17W:57BTU
Environmental
Operating Temperature 0-40°C
Storage Temperature -20-60°C
Humidity 0-80% RH, Non-condensing
Physical Properties
Housing Metal
Weight 1.60 kg ( 3.52 lb )
Dimensions (L x W x H) 33.50 x 16.05 x 4.40 cm
(13.19 x 6.32 x 1.73 in.)
Note For some of rack mount products, please note that the standard
physical dimensions of WxDxH are expressed using a LxWxH format.
One USB keyboard, mouse and two HDMI monitors control two HDMI
computers and share two USB peripherals
Supports Quad Display by connecting two Dual Display KVM switches
Video DynaSync™ – an exclusive ATEN technology that eliminates
boot-up display problems and optimizes the resolution when
switching among different sources
Supports superior video quality – 4K UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz) and
4K DCI (4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz)
Computer selection via pushbuttons, hotkeys, mouse1, remote port
selector, and RS-232 commands2
Built-in 2-port USB 3.1 Gen 1 hub with SuperSpeed 5 Gbps data
transfer rates
Supports console keyboard emulation / bypass feature
Supports console mouse emulation / bypass feature
Independent switching of KVM, USB peripheral, and stereo audio
focus3
Multilingual keyboard mapping – supports English, French, Japanese,
and German keyboards
HDMI 2.0 compliant; HDCP 2.2 compliant
Supports HD audio3
Power on detection
Firmware upgradable
Note:
1. Mouse port switching is only supported under mouse emulation
mode and by USB 3-key wheel mice.
2. Slide the DCC switch to the s position to allow the KVM switch
to receive RS-232 commands via an RJ-45-to-DB-9 cable. Please refer
to the CS1842/CS1844 user manual.
3. HD audio through HDMI channel cannot be switched independently.
In addition, with patented ATEN technology – Video DynaSync™, the
CS1842 provides optimized display resolution and accelerates
switching between systems. Considering immediate data sharing, a
built-in USB 3.1 Gen 1 hub delivers data transfer rates up to 5
Gbps, allowing you to speed up operations and share USB peripherals
efficiently.
For requirements of more displays to monitor, users can daisy-chain
two CS1842 for up to four displays to multitask easily and process
tremendous information. Besides, a remote port selector is
available for quick and streamlined port selection apart from
pushbuttons, hotkeys and mouse port switching.
As a feature-rich KVM switch, the CS1842 is especially suitable for
users who need to perform multiple tasks smoothly at CGI work,
graphic design, video post production, and CAD engineering.
Package Contents
1x CS1842 2-Port USB 3.0 4K HDMI Dual Display KVMP™ Switch
4x HDMI 2.0 Cables
2x USB 3.0 Cables
2x Speaker Cables
2x Microphone Cables
1x Power Adapter
1x Remote Port Selector
1x User Instructions