Black Box KVD200-2H User manual

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2-PORT 4K
HDMI DH
KVM SWITCH
K V D200-2 H
USER MANUAL
PC-2
PC-1
Reset
HDMI-2 Out HDMI-1 Out Switch
Select
On-line

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1. SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................................................................................... 3
2. OVERVIEW...................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Introduction...............................................................................................................................................................................................4
2.2 Features ....................................................................................................................................................................................................4
2.3 What’s Included........................................................................................................................................................................................4
2.4 Hardware Description..............................................................................................................................................................................5
3. INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................................................................................. 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
Connectors
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
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
Console x PC 1 x 2
PC Port switch interface (1) pushbutton
LED interface 1. To show PC port selection status
2. To show PC port connection status
Storage Temperature -4 to +140° F (-20 to +60° C)
Operating Humidity 0 to 80% relative humidity
Power Input: 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.8 A;
Output: 12 V, 2 A
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

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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
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 [e-mail]
(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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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
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.
On-line
HDMI-1 Out
Switch
PC-2 PC-1
Select
Reset
HDMI-2 Out
4K60
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FIGURE 2-1. FRONT PANEL
TABLE 2-1. FRONT-PANEL SWITCH COMPONENTS
NUMBER IN FIGURE 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) Light to indicate that the PC/server is connected to the
corresponding port is being accessed by the KVM console
7, 9 On-line PC/server indicator (Green) Light to indicate that the PC/server connected to the
corresponding port is up and running
8 PC port switch push button Press once to switch the console port connection between the
two connected PC/server cyclically
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.

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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
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PC-2
DP-InHDMI-In
DC 12V
HDMI-In DP-In
FIGURE 2-2. BACK PANEL
TABLE 2-2. BACK-PANEL SWITCH COMPONENTS
NUMBER IN FIGURE 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
On-line
HDMI-1 Out
Switch
PC-2 PC-1
Select
Reset
HDMI-2 Out
4K60
Microphone
Speaker USB devices
Mouse
Keyboard
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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CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION
3.1.2 PC SIDE
PC-2
DP-InHDMI-In
DC 12V
HDMI-In DP-In
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DC 5V Speaker USB
Microphone DisplayPort
USB
PC 1
HDMI
PC 2
HDMI
DisplayPort
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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CHAPTER 4: OPERATION
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[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [Enter]
or [Ctrl] [Ctrl] [Enter] PC-1 PC-2 PC port cyclic switching
2[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [B] [Number]
or [Ctrl] [Ctrl] [B] [Number]
Number: 0/1
0: Disable
1: Enable (Default)
Buzzer switch on/off
3 [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [S] or [Ctrl] [Ctrl] [S]
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.
Auto-Scan enabling
4[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [I] [Number] [Enter]
or [Ctrl] [Ctrl] [I] [Number] [Enter] Number: 5 to 99 (Default: 5) Auto-Scan time interval setting
NOTE: All hotkey value settings of the KVM switch return to default when it restarts.

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APPENDIX A: REGULATORY INFORMATION
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.