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- Page 1 CM1942 2-Port 4K DisplayPort Dual Display Mini-Matrix Boundelss KVM Switch User Manual...
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Page 2: Compliance Statements
CM1942 User Manual Compliance Statements FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital service, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. - Page 3 CM1942 User Manual Industry Canada Statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. HDMI Trademark Statement The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. RoHS...
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Page 4: User Information
CM1942 User Manual User Information Online Registration Be sure to register your product at our online support center: International http://eservice.aten.com Telephone Support For telephone support, call this number: International 886-2-8692-6959 China 86-400-810-0-810 Japan 81-3-5615-5811 Korea 82-2-467-6789 North America 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988... -
Page 5: Product Information
For information about all ATEN products and how they can help you connect without limits, visit ATEN on the Web or contact an ATEN Authorized Reseller. Visit ATEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers: International... -
Page 6: Package Contents
Package Contents Check to make sure that all the components are in working order. If you encounter any problem, please contact your dealer. 1 CM1942 2-Port 4K DisplayPort Dual Display Mini-Matrix Boundless KVM Switch 4 DisplayPort cables 2 microphone cables 2 speaker cables 2 USB 3.0 Type-A to Type-B cables... -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
CM1942 User Manual Contents Compliance Statements ........ii User Information . - Page 8 CM1942 User Manual Auto Scanning ......... . 20 Hotkey Setting Mode (HSM) .
- Page 9 CM1942 User Manual Specifications ..........45 Hotkey Default Settings .
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Page 10: About This Manual
CM1942 User Manual About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your CM1942 unit. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. -
Page 11: Conventions
CM1942 User Manual Conventions This manual uses the following conventions: Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in. Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them: [Ctrl+Alt]. - Page 12 CM1942 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank...
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Page 13: Introduction
With the built-in 2-port USB 3.1 Gen 1 hub, access to connected peripherals is easy between two computers while peripheral is independent of the KVM focus. In addition, the CM1942 allows data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps for maximum multimedia operation efficiency, making desktop multitasking effortless and more productive. -
Page 14: Features
Boundless Switching – allows the mouse cursor to move across screen borders for quick switching between video sources Video DynaSync™ – exclusive ATEN technology eliminates boot-up display problems and optimizes resolutions when switching between ports Audio Mixer Mode – mixes up to two audio sources as one audio output DisplayPort 1.2... -
Page 15: Requirements
A USB Type-A port Audio ports Cables To guarantee video quality, we recommend using only ATEN DisplayPort KVM cables which are certified by the VESA Compliance Program. Note: The quality of the display is affected by the quality of the cables.We recommend the total length from the source to the monitor to not exceed 3.3 meters (1.5 meters between the PC and the KVM switch. -
Page 16: Components
CM1942 User Manual Components Top View Front View Rear View... - Page 17 Chapter 1. Introduction Component Description Top View port LEDs The LEDs will light to indicate its mode and status: Single Dual Audio Audio Lights DIM ORANGE to indicate that the computer attached to the corresponding port is connected (online). Changes to BRIGHT ORANGE to indicate that the com- puter attached to its corresponding port is the one that has the KVM focus (Selected).
- Page 18 CM1942 User Manual Component Description port selection For manual port selection (see Manual Switching, page 11): pushbuttons Press a switch for less than two seconds to bring the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus to the computer attached to its corresponding port.
- Page 19 Chapter 1. Introduction Component Description audio jacks The audio cables that link the switch to your computers plug in here. Each KVM port section is comprised of a microphone jack, speaker jack, USB Type-B port, and two DisplayPort connectors. USB Type-B The USB Type-A to USB Type-B cables that link the switch to ports your computers plug in here.
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Page 20: Buzzer Behavior
CM1942 User Manual Buzzer Behavior Sound Description 1 beep Changing port Activating auto-scan mode Pausing/resuming auto-scan 1 long beep Powering on the unit Resetting the unit 2 beeps Interrupting auto-scan Entering keyboard emulation off mode Finishing USB synchronization Refer to Buzzer Control on page 24 if you wish to turn the buzzer on or off. -
Page 21: Hardware Setup
Chapter 2 Hardware Setup 1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 41. Please review it before proceeding. 2. To prevent damage to your installation from power surges or static electricity. It is important that all connected devices are properly grounded. -
Page 22: Installation Diagram
6. (Optional) To use the remote port selector, connect its cable to the unit’s remote port selector jack. 7. Plug the power adapter to the unit’s power jack. Now the CM1942 is turned on. 8. Power on the computers, displays, and the other connected devices. -
Page 23: Basic Operation
Chapter 3 Basic Operation Port Switching There are five convenient methods to switch between the computers: Manual – by pressing the port selection pushbuttons on the front panel, Mouse – by clicking the scroll wheel of the mouse, Hotkey – by entering combinations on the keyboard, Remote Port Selector –... -
Page 24: Mouse Switching
The monitor layout via hotkey, for more information see Monitor Layout, page 25. Hot Plugging The CM1942 supports USB hot plugging – components can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their cables from the USB hub ports without the need to shut the unit down. -
Page 25: Powering Off And Restarting
4. Once the switch is powered up, power on the computers. Port ID Numbering Each KVM port section on the CM1942 switch is assigned a port number (1 to 2). The port numbers are marked (CPU 1 and CPU 2) on the rear panel of the switch (see page 4 for details). - Page 26 CM1942 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank...
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Page 27: Hotkey Operation
Chapter 4 Hotkey Operation The CM1942 provides an extensive, easy-to-use, Hotkey function that makes it convenient to control and configure your KVM installation from the keyboard. Hotkeys provide asynchronous (independent) switching of the KVM, USB hub and audio focus. If you wish, you can give one computer the KVM console focus, another the USB hub focus and the other two the audio focus. -
Page 28: Cycling Through The Ports
CM1942 User Manual Cycling Through the Ports Hotkey Action [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] Brings the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus from the [Enter] port that currently has the KVM focus to the next port on the installation (1 to 2; 2 to 1). -
Page 29: Going Directly To A Port
Chapter 4. Hotkey Operation Going Directly to a Port Hotkey Action [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [n] Brings the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus to the [Enter] computer attached to the port corresponding to the specified Port ID. Example: 1. Press [Scroll Lock] twice. 2. - Page 30 CM1942 User Manual Hotkey Action [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [n] Brings the KVM and USB hub focus to the computer [K] [U] [Enter] attached to the specified port. The audio focus remains where it is. Example: 1. Press [Scroll Lock] twice.
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Page 31: Boundless Switching With A Mouse Cursor
Chapter 4. Hotkey Operation Boundless Switching with a Mouse Cursor Hotkey Action [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] Brings the KM,and USB focus from the port that [K] [U] [Enter] currently has the KVM focus to the next port on the installation with the mouse cursor. The audio focus remains where it is. -
Page 32: Auto Scanning
Lock] [A] [n] [Enter] Note: The n stands for the number of seconds that the CM1942 should dwell on a port before moving on to the next. Replace the n with a number between 1 and 99 when entering this Hotkey combination. -
Page 33: Hotkey Setting Mode (Hsm)
Chapter 4. Hotkey Operation Hotkey Setting Mode (HSM) Hotkey Setting Mode (HSM) is used to set up your CM1942 switch configuration. All operations begin with invoking Hotkey Setting Mode. Invoking HSM To invoke HSM do the following: 1. Press and hold down [Num Lock]. -
Page 34: Alternate Hsm Invocation Keys
CM1942 User Manual Alternate HSM Invocation Keys An alternate set of HSM invocation keys is provided in case the default set conflicts with programs running on the computers. To switch to the alternate HSM invocation set, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see page 21). -
Page 35: Keyboard Operating Platform
Chapter 4. Hotkey Operation Keyboard Operating Platform The CM1942’s default port configuration is for a PC compatible keyboard operating platform. If your console uses a PC compatible keyboard and you have a Mac or Sun attached to a port, for example, you can change the port’s keyboard operating platform configuration so that the PC compatible keyboard emulates the Mac or Sun keyboard. -
Page 36: Keyboard Language
CM1942 User Manual Keyboard Language To change the keyboard language, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see page 21 2. Press and release [F6] [nn] [Enter]. Note: nn is a two-digit number that represents the keyboard language code (US English: 33; French: 08; Japanese: 15; German: 09). -
Page 37: Restore Default Settings
Chapter 4. Hotkey Operation Restore Default Settings To reset the CM1942 to its default Hotkey settings, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see page 21). 2. Press [R] [Enter]. All Hotkey settings return to the factory default settings. Power on Detection With Power on Detection, if the focus computer is powered off, the switch will automatically switch to the next powered-on computer. -
Page 38: Mouse Port Switching
Setting the PC Operation Mode This hotkey allows you to switch between Single PC Mode and Dual PC Mode. To switch the CM1942 to Dual PC Mode, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see page 21 2. Press [O] [Enter]. -
Page 39: Setting The Screen Resolution
Row A. The number represents the computer connected to a port # on the CM1942. Note: Monitor 1 refers to the monitor connected to Port 1; Monitor 2 refers to the monitor connected to Port 2 respectively. -
Page 40: Example 1
CM1942 User Manual Example 1 To key in a layout, enter "P" followed by "A" and a number for each display. If you have two displays in one row, type: PA12 [Enter]. The monitor 1 and 2 are fixed on the left and right in a row monitor layout. -
Page 41: Example 3
Chapter 4. Hotkey Operation Example 3 To key in a layout, enter "P" followed by "A" and a number for each display. If you have one display in each row, type: PA1B2 [Enter]. The monitor 1 and 2 are fixed on the top and bottom in a tier monitor layout. 2 x 1 Monitor Layout Example 4 To key in a layout, enter "P"... -
Page 42: Hsm Summary Table
CM1942 User Manual HSM Summary Table After invoking HSM (see page 21), key in one of the following keys to perform the corresponding function: Function [F1] Sets the keyboard and mouse to SPC mode so that it can work under special operating systems as a standard (104 key) keyboard and mouse. - Page 43 Chapter 4. Hotkey Operation Function Toggles between the default and alternate port switching keys. [u] [p] [g] [r] [a] [d] Invokes firmware upgrade mode. [e] [Enter] Enables / disables Mouse port switching. When enabled, click the mouse wheel twice to switch ports. Mouse emulation must be enabled.
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Page 45: Keyboard Emulation
Chapter 5 Keyboard Emulation Mac Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table below. PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard [Shift] Shift [Ctrl] Ctrl [Ctrl] [1] [Ctrl] [2] [Ctrl] [3] [Ctrl] [4] [Alt]... -
Page 46: Sun Keyboard
CM1942 User Manual Sun Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the control key [Ctrl] is used in conjunction with other keys. The corresponding functions are shown in the table below. -
Page 47: The Firmware Upgrade Utility
Aten Support & Download → Downloads site and choose the model name that relates to your device (CM1942) to get a list of available Firmware Upgrade Packages. 2. Choose the Firmware Upgrade Package you want to install (usually the most recent), and download it to your computer. - Page 48 6. Connect the USB Type-A connector to a USB Type-A port on the computer. 7. Power on the CM1942. The port LEDs flash orange together to indicate Firmware Upgrade Mode is in effect. You can also connect a keyboard to the console port and invoke the Firmware Upgrade Mode via hotkey.
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Page 49: Starting The Upgrade
6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Starting the Upgrade To upgrade your firmware: 1. Run the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Package file – either by double clicking the file icon, or by opening a command line and entering the full path to it. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Welcome screen appears: Note: The screens shown in this section are for reference only. - Page 50 CM1942 User Manual 3. Click Next to continue. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears: CM1942 [MAIN].. The Utility inspects your installation. All the devices capable of being upgraded by the package are listed in the Device List panel. 4. As you select a device in the list, its description appears in the Device Description panel.
- Page 51 5. After you have made your device selection(s), Click Next to perform the upgrade. The firmware [Ver 1.0.] is not newer than the current firmware [Ver 1.0.090] in device CM1942 [MAIN]: 000 Continue the upgrade? [Yes/No] If you enabled Check Firmware Version, the Utility compares the device’s firmware level with that of the upgrade files.
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Page 52: Upgrade Succeeded
CM1942 User Manual Upgrade Succeeded After the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful: CM1942 [MAIN].. CS1842 [MAIN] CM1942 [MAIN] CM1942 [MAIN]000:OK Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility. After a successful completion, the switches exit Firmware Upgrade Mode, and reset themselves. -
Page 53: Appendix
Appendix 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 54 CM1942 User Manual 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.
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Page 55: Troubleshooting
USB ports need to Unplug the device’s USB cable from the USB not responding. reset. port on the CM1942’s rear panel, then plug it back in. PC or OS does not The CM1942 has a built-in USB 3.0 hub, so support USB 2.0/3.0. -
Page 56: Technical Support
CM1942 User Manual Technical Support Technical support is available both by email and online (with a browser over the web): International For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http://support.aten.com For telephone support, see Telephone Support, page iv:... - Page 57 Appendix Specifications Function CM1942 Computer Direct Connections Port Selection Hotkey, Pushbutton, Mouse Wheel, Mouse Cursor, and Remote Port Selector Connectors Console Keyboard 1 x USB Type-A Female Ports Mouse 1 x USB Type-A Female Video 2 x HDMI Female (Black) Speakers 2 x 3.5 mm Audio Jack Female (Green;...
- Page 58 CM1942 User Manual Hotkey Default Settings The hotkey factory default settings are as follows: Setting Default Port Switching [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] Invoking HSM [Number Lock] [-] Keyboard Emulation Enabled Mouse Emulation Enabled Auto Scan Interval 5 Seconds Mouse Wheel Switching...
- Page 59 What is covered by the Limited Hardware Warranty ATEN will provide a repair service, without charge, during the Warranty Period. If a product is detective, ATEN will, at its discretion, have the option to (1) repair said product with new or repaired components, or (2) replace the entire product with an identical product or with a similar product which fulfills the same function as the defective product.
- Page 60 All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners. ATEN International Co., Ltd., 3F, No. 125, Sec. 2, Datung Rd., Sijhih District, New Taipei City 221, Taiwan Phone: 886-2-8692-6789 Fax: 886-2-8692-6767 TECHNICAL SUPPORT CENTER: 886-2-8692-6959...
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