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CS1642A - Aten - 2 Port USB DVI Dual Link Dual Display/Audio KVMP™ Switch


CS1642A (Replacement of CS1642) pmce822

Description:
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.

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Specification:
Package Contents

1x CS1642A 2-Port USB DVI Dual View KVMP™ Switch
2x KVM Cable (DVI-D DL, USB, Audio; 1.8m/6ft)
2x DVI-D DL Cable (1.8m/6ft)
1x Power Adapter
1x User Instructions

2-Port USB DVI Dual View KVMP™ Switch

Computer Connections 2
Port Selection Hotkey, Pushbutton, Mouse

Connectors

Console Ports 2 x USB Type A Female (rear panel)
2 x DVI-I Female (White)
1 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Green)
1 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Pink)
KVM Ports 2 x USB Type B Female
4 x DVI-I Female (white)
2 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Green)
2 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Pink)
Daisy Chain Ports 1 x RJ-45 Female (rear panel)
Power 1 x DC Jack
USB Hub 2 x USB Type A Female (1 x front panel; 1 x rear panel)

LEDs

KVM 2 (Orange)
Audio 2 (Green)
USB Link 2 (Green)

Switches

Selected 3 x Pushbutton
Emulation
Keyboard / Mouse USB
Video DVI Dual Link: 2560 x 1600 @ 60Hz;
3D Display: 1920 x 1200 @ 120Hz
Scan Interval 1-99 seconds (default: 5 secs.)
Power Consumption DC5.3V:3.77W:43BTU

Environmental

Operating Temperature 0–50°C
Storage Temperature -20–60°C
Humidity 0-80% RH, Non-condensing

Physical Properties

Housing Plastic, Metal
Weight 0.56 kg ( 1.23 lb )
Dimensions (L x W x H) 26.23 x 7.68 x 4.40 cm (10.33 x 3.02 x 1.73 in.)

Note - For some of rack mount products, please note that the standard physical dimensions of WxDxH are expressed using a LxWxH format.

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