The CS1642A 2-Port USB DVI Dual View KVMP™ Switch is a multi-application device that integrates a 2-port KVM switch with 2-port USB hub. The newest version now supports Quad-View functionality with two Dual View KVM Switches connected.
The new CS1642A features multi-view capabilities, which allow two switches to be daisy chained for a dual, triple, or quadview display across multi-monitor installations. The CS1642A supports advanced nVidia 3D Vision ready 120Hz 3D displaying,allowing you to manage various 3D visual effects. It allows you to manipulate all connected computers from a single console to save resources and work space. It enables each computer to access connected peripherals on a one-computer-at-a-time basis, making it ideal for users who need delicate visual effects and multi-tasking on several computers. The CS1642A is perfect for graphic designers, banking and financial consultants, gamers and medical professionals-demanding a high quality switch that provides stunning color, clarity and functionality.
FEATURES
- One dual-screen USB console controls two/four dual-screen computers and two additional USB devices
- Multi-View Display – Easily connect two CS1642A/1644A’s units for a second dual-screen setup controlled through a single connection
- Superior video quality – 2560 x 1600 at 60Hz (DVI Dual link); and 3D displays up to 1920 x 1200 at 120Hz (DVI Single link)
- Supports widescreen resolutions
- Independent switching of KVM, USB, and Audio focus
- DVI digital and analog monitor support – fully compliant with DVI specifications; and HDCP compliant
- Multiplatform support – Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Linux *, Mac, Sun,and FreeBSD
- Sun/Mac keyboard support and emulation **
- Video DynaSync, exclusive ATEN technology, to eliminate boot-up display problems and optimizes resolution when switching between ports
- Power on detection – if one computer is powered off, the CS1642A will automatically switch to the next powered-on computer
* Supports Linux Kernel 2.6 and higher. The CS1642A has a builtin USB 2.0 hub, so will not support PCs or OS that do not support USB 2.0.
** PC keyboard combinations emulate Mac keyboards.
** Mac keyboards only work with their own computers.
ATEN CS1642A Specs
| Max Computer Connections | 2 |
| Console Ports | Keyboard: 1 x USB Type A female Video: 2 x DVI-I female Mouse: 1 x USB Type A female Speakers: 1 x mini stereo jack female (green) Microphone: 1 x mini stereo jack female (pink) |
| KVM Ports | Keyboard / mouse: 2 x USB Type B female Video: 2 x DVI-I female Speaker: 2 x mini stereo jack female (green) Microphone 2 x mini stereo jack female (pink) |
| Additional Connections | DCC port: 1 x RJ-45 female (rear panel) USB 2.0 hub: 2 x USB Type A female (1 front panel, 1 rear panel) |
| Switches | Selected: 3 x pushbutton DCC mode: 1 x slide switch |
| Emulation | Keyboard / mouse: USB |
| Video Resolution | 2560 x 1600 at 60 Hz; 1920 x 1200 at 120 Hz (3D Display) |
| Scan Interval | 1 – 99 sec. (5 sec. default) |
| Port Selection | Mouse, pushbuttons, hotkeys |
| Enclosure | Plastic and metal |
| Environment | Operating temp: 32°F – 122°F (0 – 50°C) Storage temp: – 4 – 140°F (-20 – 60°C) Humidity 0-80% RH, non-condensing |
| System Requirements | USB 2.0 Windows: 2000 and up Linux: RedHat 9.0 and up; Fedora Core 4 and up; SuSE 9.0 and up (Linux Kernel 2.6 and up) UNIX: AIX 4.3 and up; FreeBSD 4.2 and up; Sun Solaris 9 and up Novell: Netware 6.0 and up Mac: OS 9 and up DOS: 6.22 and up |
| Power Consumption | 3.5 VDC, 10.6 W |
| Dimensions | 10.3 x 3.0 x 1.8″ (26.2 x 7.7 x 4.6 cm) |
| Weight | 1.2 lb (0.6 kg) |
| Package Weight | 4.5 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 12.9 x 8.4 x 4″ |
