SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES Please read this entire manual before using this device, paying extra attention to these safety warnings and guidelines. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. This device is intended for indoor use only. ...
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INTRODUCTION This 2-Port USB and HDMI® KVM Switch allows you to use a single HDMI monitor, USB keyboard, USB mouse, microphone, and headset/speakers with two desktop or laptop computers. You can easily switch computers using the built-in Port Selector, keyboard hotkeys, or with a simple double-click of the mouse wheel.
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FEATURES Includes two sets of 3.9-foot USB, HDMI®, and audio cables built-in for connecting the two computers Allows computer selection using the dedicated Remote Port Selector button, keyboard hotkey, or with the simple double-click of the mouse wheel ...
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1. Port LEDs: Two LEDs to indicate the selected computer and its status. The LED illuminates solid when the corresponding computer is selected. The LED flashes when the corresponding computer is being scanned by the Auto Scan function. The LED is off when the corresponding computer is not selected.
6. Console Audio Ports: 3.5mm jacks for connecting a microphone and headphones/speakers. Note that if your HDMI display has speakers, you do not need to connect headphones/speakers, unless you want to use separate the KVM and audio focus feature. 7. Remote Port Selector: Momentarily press the button to switch computer selection.
INSTALLATION Perform the following steps to install this KVM switch. 1. Ensure that all equipment to be connected is powered off and unplugged from its power source. This is especially true for computers that have the Keyboard Power On feature. 2.
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7. Plug the two USB, one HDMI®, and two audio cables on one of the KVM Cables into the appropriate ports on the first computer. 8. Repeat step 7 for the second KVM Cable and second computer. 9. Plug in and power on both computers. By default, the switch will select the first computer that is powered on.
OPERATION This KVM switch supports three different methods of switching the selected computer, which are detailed in the following sections. Important Note: Do not switch focus when a USB peripheral, other than the keyboard and mouse, is in active operation. Doing so could result in data loss and/or file corruption.
HOTKEY SUMMARY In order to function, hotkeys in the following table must be prefaced with the Hotkey Prefix. By default the Hotkey Prefix is: [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] By pressing and holding the Remote Port Selector for 3 seconds, you can swap the Hotkey Prefix between the default and the following: [Ctrl] [Ctrl] Note that the following key names in the Hotkey Combination column...
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Toggles the Hotkey Prefix key between [Scroll [x] [Enter] Lock] and [Ctrl]. Enables or disables the mouse emulation [m] [Enter] feature. [n] [Enter] Enables or disables keyboard emulation. Enables or disables the mouse scroll wheel [w] [Enter] switching function. [F2] [Enter] Activates Mac®...
The firmware of this KVM may be updated at some point in the future. If this is done, a Firmware Upgrade Package will be made available on the www.monoprice.com website on the 38295 product page. Perform the following steps to update the firmware.
4. Perform steps 6-11 in the section above. TECHNICAL SUPPORT Monoprice is pleased to provide free, live, online technical support to assist you with any questions you may have about installation, setup, troubleshooting, or product recommendations. If you ever need assistance with your new product, please come online to talk to one of our friendly and knowledgeable Tech Support Associates.
SPECIFICATIONS Model 38295 Computers Connections Console Connections Remote Port Selector, Keyboard Computer Selection Hotkeys, Mouse Scroll Wheel Supported Video Type HDMI® Supported Video Resolutions 1920x1200, including 1920x1080p KVM Cable Length 2x 3.9 ft. (1.2m) Remote Port Selector Cable 1x 5.9 ft. (1.8m)
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE EMC Information FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION STATEMENT: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
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