AV Access 8KSW21DP-DM User manual

2x1 Dual-Monitor DP 2.0&1.4a KVM Switcher
User Manual
8KSW21DP-DM

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Table of Contents
Introduction............................................................................................................ 2
Overview...................................................................................................................................... 2
Features........................................................................................................................................ 2
Package Contents ..................................................................................................................... 3
Panel.............................................................................................................................................. 4
Front Panel......................................................................................................................... 4
Rear Panel........................................................................................................................... 5
Application..............................................................................................................5
Control of the Switcher...........................................................................................6
Front Panel Control .................................................................................................................. 6
IR Remote Control..................................................................................................................... 7
Hotkey Function ........................................................................................................................ 8
Specifications..........................................................................................................8
Warranty ...............................................................................................................10

Introduction
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Introduction
Overview
8KSW21DP-DM is a 2x1 DP 2.0&1.4a KVM Switcher with dual-channel
switching and hotkey switching. It supports latest DP 2.0/1.4a and HDCP 2.2
compatibility, and supports resolutions up to 8K@60Hz and can also
transmit USB 3.0 signal up to 5Gbps for KVM function. It can share two
monitors and USB devices between two PCs.
The switcher features virtual interaction function, and automatically
wake-up the connected PC in standby mode, which can reduce the
switching time. It also supports direct switching through buttons on front
panel, IR remote and hotkey through keyboard connected to the special
USB 1.1 port. It provides a wide compatibility choice for different operating
systems, such as Windows, Mac OS and Linux, no driver required and simple
plug and play.
Features
2 in 1 dual-channel KVM switcher:
Each input group support two independent DP input channels,
which can be connected to two DP output ports of the PC and
extended to two external monitors.
Each monitor has independent channel, which can support
different resolution.
Supports 8K resolution and high refresh rate - supports the standards of
DP 2.0 UHBR 13.5/10 and DP 1.4a HBR3, and supports the following
resolutions:
8K@60Hz/30Hz
4K@165Hz/144Hz/120Hz/60Hz
3440x1440@165Hz/144Hz/120Hz/60Hz (UWQHD)
2560x1440@165Hz/144Hz/120Hz/60Hz
1080P@240Hz/165Hz/144Hz/120Hz/60Hz
Supports 1.5m input cable and 3m output cable.
Note: please use the cables certified by DP 2.0 and DP1.4a.
Supports multiple DP features:
MST - Supports DP MST, each DP port can be connected with
multiple DP monitors.

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HDR - Supports all HDR formats.
VRR - Supports VRR variable refresh rate.
Multiple Peripherals interfaces:
Three super high-speed USB 3.0 ports.
One USB 2.0 port and one USB 1.1 port for keypad.
Provides independent mic input and audio output (3.5mm
earphone) ports.
Supports USB 3.0 data transmission with the speed up to 5Gbps.
Supports new generation PC automatic wake-up function –
automatically wake up the PC in standby mode when switching.
Fast switching time of 2-3s, based on the virtual interaction function.
New compatibility Hotkey design – fully pass-through mode and newly
upgraded hotkey algorithm:
All key values are passed-through and compatible with various
types of keyboards on the market.
Specially optimized hotkey algorithm for complex gaming
keyboards and macro defined keyboards.
Supports multiple control options, including IR, front panel button and
hotkey switch.
Provides four high grade DP 1.4a cables, which can support
transmitting 8K signals, and provides two USB 3.0 cables, which can
support transmitting 5Gbps signals.
Package Contents
Before you start the installation of the product, please check the package
contents:
Switcher x 1
Power Adapter (DC 12V 2A) x 1
IR Remote x 1
USB 3.0 Type-A to Type-B Cable x 2
DP 1.4a Cable x 4
User Manual x 1

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Panel
Front Panel
12 3 45678
No.
Name
Description
1 Power Button
Press to power on/off the device.
When the
device is powered on, the ba
cklight of the
button will light blue.
2 Switch Button
and LED 1&2
Press to select input group between DP In 1A/1B
and DP In 2A/2B.
LED 1&2:
On: Select DP In 1A and 1B or DP In 2A and 2B as
input sources.
Off: The corresponding DP Inputs are not
selected.
3 USB 1.1
USB 1.1 type-A port, can be used to connect to a
USB keyboard for hotkey function. (Detail
information, please refer to “Hotkey Function”
section)
Note: It is specialized for connecting keyboard
and not recommended to connect to other USB
slave devices.
4 USB 2.0 USB 2.0 type-A port. Connect to a USB device
such as a mouse.
5
IR
IR receiving window. Receive IR signals.
6 MIC In Connect to a Microphone. The Microphone
follows the USB Host port selected.
7 Line Out Connect to an earphone. The earphone follows
the USB Host port selected.
8 USB 3.0
USB 3.0 type-A ports, can be used to connect to
USB 3.0 high-speed device for KVM function.
Note: With one high power port of 5V 1.5A
supported, it can be used for connecting USB
devices with high power, such as connecting a
USB Camera.

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Rear Panel
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No.
Name
Description
1
DC 12V
Connect to the power adapter provided.
2&4 DP In 1A & 1B
Connect to two DP output ports of PC
respectively. DP In 1A and DP In 1B can be seen
as a group, hereinafter referred to as group 1 in
this manual.
3 USB Host 1
Connect to a host device. USB Host 1 is bound
with group 1. When select group 1 as sources to
input, the USB devices can be connected to the
host PC connected to USB Host 1 port.
5&7 DP In 2A & 2B
Connect to two DP output ports of PC
respectively. DP In 2A and DP In 2B can be seen
as a group, hereinafter referred to as group 2 in
this manual.
6 USB Host 2
Connect to a host device. USB Host 2 is bound
with group 2. When select group 2 as sources to
input, the USB devices can be connected to the
host PC connected to the USB Host 2 port.
8
Monitor A & B
Connect to DP displays.
9
Update
Micro USB, for firmware upgrade.
Application
Warnings:
Before wiring, disconnect the power from all devices.
During wiring, connect and disconnect the cables gently.
When switch input source to group 1 or group 2:
The connected USB devices, microphone and earphone can be
connected to Host PC 1 or 2.
When switch to group 1, the display connected to Monitor A and
Monitor B will output video from DP In 1A and DP In 1B respectively.

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When switch to group 2, the display connected to Monitor A and
Monitor B will output video from DP In 2A and DP In 2B respectively.
Rear Panel
Front Panel
PC 1 PC 2
Power Supply
DP In DP
In DP In
DP In HDMI Out HDMI OutUSB
Host
USB
Host
Monitor 1 Monitor 2
PC 1A/2A PC 1B/2B
Earphone
MIC
Mouse Removable
Hard Disk
Keyboard
USB
USB
USB USBMIC
In
Line Out
Camera
Control of the Switcher
You can choose to switch input sources at your convenience through front
panel button, IR remote or Hotkey function.
Front Panel Control
Users can choose to use front panel button to do basic switching operations.
Connect the switcher as required and power on all the attached devices.
Press the button to switch sources
between Group 1 and Group 2

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IR Remote Control
The included remote handset can be used to turn on and off CEC-enabled
display device and to switch two input groups to one display device.
Point the remote handset directly at the IR windows on front panel.
Reserved
Select the previous input group Select the next input group
Select a specific input group Reserved
Button IR Codes Description
ON 0x1D Reserved.
OFF 0x1F Reserved.
0x1B Switch to the previous input group (Cycle 2->1).
0x11 Switch to the next input group (Cycle 1->2).
1 0x17 Switch to input group 1.
2 0x12 Switch to input group 2.
3 0x59 Reserved.
4 0x08 Reserved.
System Code Switch
The IR Remote provided with the switcher is shipped in "00" IR system code. In
the event that Remote's IR signal
interferes with IR devices, e.g., TV, DVD
player, the Remote can be switched to
"4E" code by short pressing the System
Code Switch on the Remote panel.
Short press to change the
system code of the IR remote

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Hotkey Function
One USB 1.1 port on rear panel of the switcher supports keyboard Hotkey
function.
Supported Hotkey: Tab (default), Left Ctrl, Right Ctrl and Caps Lock
Key Operation
Function
Press the “Hotkey” twice quickly
Switch to this hotkey.
Press “Hotkey” +”1”
Switch to input group 1.
Press “Hotkey” +”2”
Switch to input group 2.
Press “Hotkey” + “Left” Switch to previous input group (Cycle
group 2->1).
Press “Hotkey” + “Right”
Switch to next input group (Cycle group
1->2).
For example:
If you want to use the “Left Ctrl” as a hotkey, press the “Left Ctrl” key twice
quickly to switch the hotkey to it, and other hotkeys are invalid. If you need
to use other hotkeys, please repeat the above steps.
Specifications
Technical
Video Signal DP in/out supports DP 2.0/1.4a standard, up to
8K@60Hz
USB Data USB 3.0, up to 5Gbps data transfer rate. With one
high - power of 5V/1.5A port included.
Input/Output
Resolution
Supported
VESA:
800 x 6006, 1024 x 7686, 1280 x 7686, 1280 x 8006,
1280 x 9606, 1280 x 10246, 1360 x 7686, 1366 x 7686,
1440 x 9006, 1600 x 9006, 1600 x 12006, 1680 x 10506,
1920 x 12006, 2048 x 11526, 2560 x 14406,7,8,9,10,
3440 x 14406,7,8,9,10
CTA:
1280x720P5,6, 1920x1080P1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,
3840x2160P1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8, 4096x2160P1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,
5120x28801,2,3,5,6,8,7680x43201,2,3,5,6,7,8
1 = at 24 (23.98) Hz, 2 = at 25 Hz, 3 = at 30 (29.97) Hz,
4 = at 48 Hz, 5 = at 50 Hz, 6 = 60 (59.94) Hz,
7 = at 100Hz, 8 = at 120Hz, 9 = 144Hz, 10 = 165Hz,
11 = 240Hz

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Technical
Note:
Resolutions beyond 8K@60Hz require both the
source and display device to support DSC 1.2
compression.
HDR Format
Supported
All HDR formats, including HDR 10, HLG, HDR 10+
and Dolby Vision
Audio Format
Supported
DP: Fully supports audio formats in DP 1.4a
specification,
including PCM 2.0/5.1/7.1, Dolby
TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS-
HD Master Audio and
DTS:X
MIC IN: Stereo
LINE OUT:Stereo
Max Data Rate
13.5Gbps per channel
General
Operating Temperature
0°C to + 45°C (32 to + 113 °F)
Storage Temperature
-20 to +70°C (-4 to + 158 °F)
Humidity
20% to 90%, non-condensing
Power Consumption
4.62W (Max)
Device Dimensions
(W x H x D)
230mm x 28.2mm x 142.6mm/ 9.06’’ x 1.11’’ x
5.61’’
Product Weight
0.83kg/1.83lbs

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Warranty
Products are backed by a limited1-year parts and labor warranty. For the
following cases AV Access Technology Limited shall charge for the service(s)
claimed for the product if the product is still remediable and the warranty
card becomes unenforceable or inapplicable.
1. The original serial number (specified by AV Access Technology Limited)
labeled on the product has been removed, erased, replaced, defaced or
is illegible.
2. The warranty has expired.
3. The defects are caused by the fact that the product is repaired,
dismantled or altered by anyone that is not from an AV Access
Technology Limited authorized service partner. The defects are caused
by the fact that the product is used or handled improperly, roughly or
not as instructed in the applicable User Guide.
4. The defects are caused by any force majeure including but not limited
to accidents, fire, earthquake, lightning, tsunami and war.
5. The service, configuration and gifts promised by salesman only but not
covered by normal contract.
6. AV Access Technology Limited preserves the right for interpretation of
these cases above and to make changes to them at any time without
notice.
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