StarTech.com P4A20132-KM-SWITCH User manual

Quick-Start Guide
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Manual Revision: November 15, 2023
Product Diagram
P4A20132-KM-SWITCH
Front View
Rear View
Port Function
1USB 5Gbps Hub Ports
• Connect up to two SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps
Devices
• Front (x1) and Rear (x1)
2LED Indicators • Solid Blue: Connected PC is powered on
• Solid Red: Indicates the selected PC
3Port Selection Buttons • Press and release to select PC 1 - 4
4USB Host Connection • Connect to a Computer with a USB 5Gbps Port
4-Port USB Keyboard and Mouse Switch with Mouse Roaming
5USB Audio Ports
• Green: Connect an Audio Device (e.g. Speakers
or Headphones)
• Pink: Connect a Microphone
• Does not require PC Audio Ports to be
connected from PCs 1 - 4
6DC Power Input Port • Connect the included Power Adapter to power
the KM Switch
7USB HID Ports
• Connect a USB Human Interface Device (HID)
(e.g. Keyboard, Mouse, Trackpad, Number
Keypad, or Drawing Tablet)
• Hotkey Commands will only work if the Keyboard
is connected to one of the USB HID Ports
8Console Audio Port
• Connect an Audio Device (e.g., Headphones)
• Provides pass-through and switching of PC
Audio Ports 1 - 4
9PC Audio Ports • Connect to an Audio Output from PCs 1 - 4
Product Information
For the latest requirements and to view detailed instructions on all product functionality
in a full user manual, please visit: www.StarTech.com/P4A20132-KM-SWITCH
Requirements
Source PCs
• Computers x 4
• SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps Type-B Cables x 4
• (Optional) 3.5mm 3-Position TRS Audio Cables (Male to Male) x 4
Console
• USB Mouse x 1
• USB Keyboard x 1
• (Optional) Audio Device (e.g. Headphones) x 1
• (Optional) SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps Peripheral Devices x 2
Package Contents
• KM Switch x 1
• Universal Power Adapter (NA/EU/UK/ANZ)x 1
• Quick-Start Guide x 1
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Regulatory Compliance
FCC - Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation
est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique
subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two-year warranty.
For further information on product warranty terms and conditions, please refer to www.startech.com/warranty.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their ocers, directors, employees or agents)
for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss
of business, or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the
product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the
limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.
Safety Measures
If product has an exposed circuit board, do not touch the product under power.
Mesures de sécurité
Si l’un des circuits imprimés du produit est visible, ne pas touchez le produit lorsqu’il est sous tension.
安全対策
製品に露出した状態の回路基盤が含まれる場合、電源が入っている状態で製品に触らないでください。
Misure di sicurezza
Se il prodotto ha un circuito stampato visibile, non toccare il prodotto quando è acceso.
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StarTech.com
Ltd.
45 Artisans Cres
London, Ontario
N5V 5E9
Canada
StarTech.com Ltd.
Unit B, Pinnacle 15
Gowerton Rd,
Brackmills
Northampton
NN4 7BW
United Kingdom
StarTech.com LLP
4490 South Hamilton
Road
Groveport, Ohio
43125
U.S.A.
StarTech.com Ltd.
Siriusdreef 17-27
2132 WT Hoofddorp
The Netherlands
Connect the PCs
1. Connect a SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps Type-B Cable (sold separately) to a USB Port,
located on PC 1, and to the PC 1 USB Host Connection, located on the rear of the
KM Switch.
Note: A SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps Cable (or better) is recommended for optimal
performance.
2. (Optional) Connect a 3.5 mm Audio Cable (sold separately) to the Audio Port,
located on PC1, and to the corresponding PC1 Audio Port, located on the rear of the
KM Switch.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for PCs 2 - 4.
Operation
Power-On Sequence
1. Connect the Universal Power Adapter from a Wall Outlet to the DC Power Input
Port on the KM Switch.
2. Power on all Peripheral Devices.
3. Select PC1 by pressing and releasing the Port Selection Button and power on the
corresponding Computer.
Note: Ensure that the Computer connected to the PC 1 Port has fully booted into
the operating system before proceeding.
4. Repeat Step 3 to connect PCs 2 - 4.
Hotkey Commands and Mouse Roaming
For a list of hotkey commands and more information on mouse roaming, please visit:
www.StarTech.com/P4A20132-KM-SWITCH
Installation
Connect the Console
Note: Power o all Computers, Displays, and Peripherals before completing the
following installation steps.
1. Connect a USB Mouse and a USB Keyboard to the Console USB HID Ports, located on
the rear of the KM Switch.
2. (Optional) After connecting the USB Mouse/Keyboard, there is one remaining
Console USB HID Port, located on the rear of the KM Switch, for connecting an
additional USB HID Device.
3. (Optional) Connect an Audio Device to the Console Audio Port, located on the rear
of the KM Switch.
4. (Optional) Connect Headphones and/or a Microphone to the USB Audio Ports,
located on the rear of the KM Switch.
Note: The USB Audio Ports will only work if the host has selected the USB Audio/USB
Microphone as its default input/output devices.
5. (Optional) Connect up to two SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps Devices to the USB 5Gbps
Hub Ports, located on the front and rear of the KM Switch.