TESmart HKS0401A1S User manual

HKS0401A1S
English
User
Manual
HDMI 2.1
KVM Switch
4x1
HKS0401A1S
OSD
HDMI
2.1

English

Preface
It’s our great honor that you have chosen the HDMI KVM Switch produced by our company, Tesla Elec Technology
Co.,Ltd. In this user manual, you will learn how to operate and use this product. Please read this user manual
comprehensively before use. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please contact us via the
following email:
[e-mail].
Copyright Notice
The user manual, compiled by Tesla Elec Technology Co.,Ltd, shall not be duplicated or translated by any person or
organizations without written permission. This user manual shall not be used for commodity transaction in any
form or by any means (electronically, mechanically, photocopying or recording, etc.) or be used for any business
practices or profitable activities. The ownership of the trade names and brand names adopted in this user manual
belongs to their companies.
Address of Manufacture
Tesla Elec Technology Co.,Ltd 2F,
Building C, Xingzhisheng Industrial Park, No.12,
Xiawei Industrial Zone, Zhangkengjing Road,
Guanlan Street,
Longhua District, Shenzhen City,
Guangdong Province, China

Contents
1. Safety Tips and Warnings··································01
2. Battery Description···········································02
3. Warranty Information········································03
4. Preface··························································04
5. Features·························································05
6. Packing List·····················································06
7. Panel Description·············································07
8. Connection Description·····································09
8.1 Connection Diagram
8.2 Connection Preparation
8.3 Connection Steps
8.4 KVM Workbench
9. Function Description········································16
9.1 OSD Description
9.2 Auto Scan Mode Description
9.3 Mouse Wheel Switching
10. Operation Method···········································22
10.1 Front Panel Button Switching Method
10.2 IR Remote Control
10.3 Keyboard Hot Keys
11. Change Hot Key Combination····························27
12. Pass Through Mode Description·························28
12.1 Introduction of Pass Through Mode
12.2 Keyboard and Mouse Compatible Model List

1. Safety Tips and Warnings
Tips: Please read the safety tips and warnings for HDMI KVM Switch comprehensively before use. Use this produce
in accordance with its instructions, safety tips and warnings to prevent unnecessary damage to the product
and potential dangers to users.
Keep the product away from water.
Do not expose this product and its battery to open fire or overheating environment. Dispose the waste
battery in accordance with instructions.
Unplug the power supply of this product in thunderstorm days or when it has been not used for a long
time.
Do not touch the product and the power cord with wet hands so as to lower the risk of electric shock
and damage to the product. Do not let the product get wet or become damp.
Keep the product away from ignition sources, such as heat sinks, heat accumulators, stovepipes and
other heat production settings (including audio amplifiers).
Use the product in accordance with its instructions and do not block its vents.
Users shall not remove and repair the product without authorization.
Clean the product with dry cloth.
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2. Battery Description
Caution: Improper disposal of the lithium battery may
cause an explosion. Do not throw the
battery into fire. Keep the battery away from
children. Dispose the waste battery in
accordance with local regulations.
Tips: By default, the remote control is not equipped
with batteries, due to the safety requirements of
some express companies. Install AAA dry cells
before use.
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We warrant this product as free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1)
year from the date of shipment. If during the period of warranty this product proves defective
under normal use, we will repair or replace this product, provided that this product has not been
subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or modifications. If it fails under conditions
other than those covered will be repaired at the current price of parts and labor in effect at the
time of repair. Such repairs are warranted for six (6) months from the day of reshipment to the
buyer.
3. Warranty Information
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Dear Users,
The HDMI 2.1 KVM Switch can easily integrate cross-platform computer devices, greatly
simplifying the device management. Using only 1 monitor, 1 set of keyboard and mouse can
control 4 PCs.
This Switch supports USB 3.0 ports with superspeed data transfer rate. Support using the
control software of your own KM to program the macros or edit function keys. It also supports
several other switching modes. You can switch input ports with the front panel button, IR
signals and keyboard hot keys. At the same time, with EDID emulators in each input port, it
can keep PCs always having correct display information.
In addition, this KVM switch is also compliant with HDMI 2.1 standard and supports resolution
up to 8K@30Hz (7680x4320@30Hz), and also supports 4K@120Hz (3840x2160@120Hz),
offering you the most superior video quality and vivid visuals.
4. Preface
Tips: If you need to control more computers or conduct more complex and professional switching, you
can also choose other products of our company. For more details, please visit our official website:
www.tesmart.com.
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5. Features
ŸUsing only 1 set of keyboard, mouse and 1 monitor to control 4 PCs
ŸSupport resolution up to 7680x4320@30Hz 4:4:4, also support 3840x2160@120Hz 4:4:4
ŸHDMI 2.1 compliant, support to transmit 7680x4320@60Hz 4:4:4 resolution using DSC technology
ŸHDCP 2.3 compliant
ŸSupport HDR 10 and Dolby Vision
ŸSupport Unix/Windows/Debian/Ubuntu/Fedora/Mac OS X/Raspbian/Ubuntu for Raspberry Pi and
other Linux based systems
ŸSupport L/R audio output
ŸWith EDID emulators in each input port, the accuracy of the display information of PCs will be secured
ŸSupport USB 3.0 ports with superspeed data transfer rate
ŸThe KM, USB peripheral, and L/R audio focus are available to use without any delay after switching
ŸSupport to use OSD menu to operate the KVM
ŸSupport IR signals, front panel button, mouse wheel and keyboard hot keys to control the KVM to switch
input ports
ŸEach port supports hot-pluging
ŸSupport keyboard and mouse pass through mode to improve KM compatibility
ŸSupport using the KM control software to program the macros or edit function keys
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6. Packing List
Tips: After receipt of the product, please check the packing list carefully to make sure that no components have
been lost and no damage to the product has been caused during transportation. If you have any
problem, please contact us at any time.
Ÿ1 * 4x1 HDMI 2.1 KVM Switch
Ÿ4 * HDMI Cables
Ÿ4 * USB 3.0 Cables
Ÿ1 * IR Remote Control
Ÿ1 * DC 5V Power Adapter
Ÿ1 * User Manual
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7. Panel Description
1
ID
Name
Function
1
IR receiver
Receive IR remote signal.
2
Input selection button
Select input sources.
3
Input selection status
indicators
The corresponding LEDs will be lit (blue) to indicate the current selected
computer device.
4
USB connection status
indicators
LEDs will be lit (blue) if the KVM's USB ports are connected to the computers'
USB ports.
5
Power switch
Turn on or turn off power supply.
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7. Panel Description
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ID
Name
Function
6
DC 5V
5V DC power supply.
7
HDMI output
Connect to HDMI display for video output.
8
USB 3.0 port
Connect to USB 3.0 device.
9
Keyboard and mouse input
For USB keyboard and mouse input.
10
KVM input ports group
4 PCs can be connected to the KVM at the same time.
Each group contains an HDMI port and a USB port. Connect the ports
to corresponding input devices for signal input.
11
L/R out
Connect to L/R output device.

8.1 Connection Diagram
8. Connection Description
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8. Connection Description
Keyboard
Hard disk
drive USB Driver
UHD TV
PC 4
L/R audio
Printer
USB Type-A
to B Cable
HDMI
Cable
HDMI Cable
Mouse
HDD
PC 3
PC 2
PC 1
Tips: For your better experience, please use an HDMI 2.1 cable to connect to the display.

8.2 Connection Preparation
ŸTake into consideration all devices required to be connected and prepare a workbench large
enough before the connection.
ŸLay out the cables properly to facilitate the layout of power supply as a lot of power sockets
and plug boards will be adopted in connection.
ŸPrepare different sticker labels to mark cables as a lot of cables will be adopted in
connection.
（ HDMI Cable + U S B Type A to B Cable）
HDMI HDMI USB Type-BUSB Type-A
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8.3 Connection Steps
1. Connect PC 1 with 1 HDMI cable and 1 USB 3.0 cable. Use HDMI cable to connect PC1 to the
HDMI port on the KVM, use USB Type-A end to connect PC1 and Type-B end to connect the
KVM.
2. Connect PC 2~4 with the same method.
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4. Connect USB device to KVM's USB 3.0 port.
3. Connect external mouse and keyboard to KVM's keyboard and mouse input port.
Tips: For the normal service of hotkeys, we recommend
you use the full-key external keyboard with a
separate [Scroll Lock] key (as shown ).above
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5. Connect KVM's HDMI output port to 1 HDMI display with 1 HDMI cable.
6. Connect external audio device to KVM's L/R out port.
or
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7. Connect the power cable to KVM's DC 5V port and plug it into a power socket.
8. By now, the connection has been completed. Turn on the power supply and the KVM
Switch will begin to work.
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A workbench with 4x1 HDMI 2.1 KVM Switch successfully connected is shown as below:
8.4 KVM Workbench
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