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- Page 1 User Manual 2/4-Port 4K HDMI KVMP Switch with USB 3.1 Gen 1 Hub and Audio Mixer GCS1932H/GCS1934H PART NO. M1644/M1645 www.iogear.com...
- Page 2 ©2020 IOGEAR. All Rights Reserved. Part No. GCS1932H/GCS1934H. IOGEAR, the IOGEAR logo is trademarks of IOGEAR. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. IOGEAR makes no warranty of any kind with regards to the information presented in this document. All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Safety Instructions Conventions Introduction Package Contents Features Requirements Operating Systems Overview Hardware Setup Six-Display (DCC Mode) Basic Operation Hotkey Operation Advance Configuration Mouse and Keyboard Emulation Hotkey Settings Mode Summary Table Keyboard Emulation Sun Keyboard Firmware Upgrade Utility Specifications Chart Troubleshooting Compliance Information Limited Warranty... -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions ■ Safety Instructions ■ Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference ■ This device is for indoor use only ■ Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device ■ Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result ■... -
Page 5: Conventions
■ Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots. They may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of fire or electrical shock ■ Do not attempt to service the device yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel ■... -
Page 6: Package Contents
Control and switch two or four HDMI computers from a single set of USB keyboard, mouse and 4K HDMI monitor. The 4K HDMI Switch GCS1932H/GCS1934H enables fast port switching using front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys or mouse-port switching. EDID mode is built-in for a smoother power-up, high-quality display and increased monitor compatibility. -
Page 7: Features
• Audio Mixer Modes – mixes up to two audio sources as audio input • Power on Detection – if a computer is powered off, the GCS1932H/GCS1934H automatically switches to the next powered-on computer • Hot pluggable – add or remove computer without turning the KVM off •... -
Page 8: Requirements
Requirements Console • A 4K HDMI monitor • A Standard USB 3-button wheel wired mouse • A Standard USB 104-key wired keyboard • Speakers (optional) Computers • An HDMI port with 4K resolution • A USB-A port • An Audio port (optional) Cables The quality of the display is affected by the quality of the cables. - Page 9 Components GCS1932H Front View GCS1934H Front View Component Description Port Selection For manual port selection (see Port Switching) Pushbuttons • Press a button for less than 2 seconds to bring the KVM, USB and Audio focus to the computer of the corresponding port •...
- Page 10 Connect HDMI computer using the included HDMI, USB and Audio cables. Each KVM port is marked with the appropriate icon to indicate connections required Grounding Connect grounding wire (not included) to ground the GCS1932H/GCS1934H Terminal Power Jack Connect the included power adapter...
- Page 11 Please also make sure that the computers and devices connected are also properly grounded. 2. Connect the USB keyboard and the USB mouse to the GCS1932H/GCS1934H Console ports located on the rear side panel 3.
- Page 12 Installation Diagram GCS1932H GCS1934H...
- Page 13 Port Switching There are three convenient methods to access the computer: a. Manual – involves pressing the port selection pushbuttons located on the GCS1932/1934’s front panel b. Hotkey – involves entering combinations from the keyboard (see Hotkey Operation section for details) c.
- Page 14 Each KVM port section on the GCS1932H/GCS1934H is assigned to a port number 1 to 2 (GCS1932H) or 1 to 4 (GCS1934H), for example: computer connected to KVM port 1 has Port ID 1, computer connected to KVM port 2 has Port ID 2 and so on.
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Page 15: Hotkey Operation
Hotkey Operation IOGEAR’s GCS1932H/GCS1934H provides an extensive, user friendly, hotkey function for a convenient control over your KVM installation using a wired 104-key USB keyboard. Hotkey Port Switching All port switches begin by clicking [Scroll Lock] twice Note: If using [Scroll Lock] conflicted with other programs running, [Ctrl] key can be used instead. - Page 16 The KVM focus remain where it is Note The [n] stands for the computer’s Port ID number (GCS1932H: 1 or 2, GCS1934H: 1, 2, 3 or 4) Replace [n] with the appropriate Port ID when entering Hotkey combinations Auto Scanning GCS1932H/GCS1934H Auto Scan feature will automatically cycles through the KVM focus at regular intervals.
- Page 17 Note 1. The [n] stands for the number of seconds that the GCS1932H/GCS1934H should dwell on a port before moving on to the next port. Replace [n] with a number between 1 and 99 when entering this hotkey combination. 2. While Auto Scan Mode is in effect, ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended –...
- Page 18 2. Type in [U][P][G][R][A][D][E] 3. Press [Enter] The front panel LEDs will flash, indicating that Firmware Upgrade Mode is in effect. Please see Firmware Upgrade Mode for more details. Power the GCS1932H/GCS1934H off to exit from Firmware Upgrade Mode Hotkey Port Switching To enable or disable hotkey port switching: 1.
- Page 19 Japanese: 15 Keyboard Operating Platfor IOGEAR’s GCS1932H/GCS1934H’s default port configuration is for PC compatible key- board operating platform. For example, if your console uses a PC compatible keyboard and you have a Mac or Sun attached to a port, you can change the port’s keyboard oper- ating platform configuration so that the PC compatible keyboard emulates the Mac or Sun keyboard.
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Page 20: Advance Configuration
Advance Configuration List Switch Settings To see a listing of current switch setting: 1. Open a text editor or word processor and place the cursor in the page window 2. Invoke HSM 3. Press and release [F4] to display the settings Mouse Emulation Control To enable or disable mouse emulation: 1. - Page 21 ○ Invoke HSM ○ Press [A][P][n][Enter] The [n]stands for the computer’s Port ID number (GCS1932H: 1 or 2, GCS1934H: 1, 2, 3 or 4) Double Focus Audio Mixing Mode This mode will fix two audio sources and mix them as audio output 1.
- Page 22 (GCS1932H: 1 or 2, GCS1934H: 1, 2, 3 or 4) [A][P][n][m][Enter] Enable Single Focus Audio Mixing Mode. [n] and [m] represents port ID (GCS1932H: 1 or 2, GCS1934H: 1, 2, 3 or 4) and cannot be the same number [A][O][Enter]...
- Page 23 In order to perform a firmware upgrade, please need use a computer that is not connect- ed to the GCS1932H/GCS1934H. To set GCS1932H/GCS1934H in Firmware Upgrade Mode: 1. From a computer that is not part of the KVM installation, go to www.iogear.com/ product/GCS1932H or www.iogear.com/product/GCS1934H to get a list of available Firmware Upgrade Packages 2.
- Page 24 Starting Firmware Upgrade Run the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Package file – either by double clicking the file icon, or using a command line to enter the full path. 1. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Welcome screen appears. 2. Read the License Agreement and click “I Agree”...
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Page 25: Firmware Upgrade Utility
1. Power off the GCS1932H/GCS1934H by removing the power adapter 2. Invoke Firmware Upgrade Mode by holding down the Mode Selection pushbutton on the front panel (see Mode Selection Pushbutton) and power on the GCS1932H/ GCS1934H . The orange LEDs flash together. -
Page 26: Specifications Chart
Specifications Chart Function GCS1932H GCS1934H Computer Connections Port Selection Pushbutton, Hotkey, Mouse, RS-232 Commands Connectors Console Keyboard 1 x USB Type-A Female Ports Mouse 1 x USB Type-A Female Video 1 x HDMI Female (black) Speakers 2 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Green, 1 x front and 1 x... -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
In addition, updating the GCS1932H/GCS1934H firmware may solve problems that have been discovered and resolved since the prior version was released. If your product is not running the latest firmware version, we strongly recommend that you upgrade. -
Page 28: Fcc Information
FCC 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.