The ATEN CS1844 Dual Display KVMP™ Switch presents a valuable solution for desktop workstation with instant and effortless access to four HDMI interface computers from a single USB keyboard, mouse and two HDMI monitors; to meet users’ needs, the CS1844 is compliant with HDMI 2.0 standard and supports superior video quality up to 4K DCI (4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz), offering the most stunning and vivid visuals.
In addition, with patented ATEN technology – Video DynaSync™, which optimizes display resolution, speeds up switching between systems, and ensures that windows opened on an extended desktop will not revert to their default configurations on the main display when switching between ports, providing a smooth and uninterrupted user experience. Considering immediate data sharing, a built-in USB 3.1 Gen 1 hub delivers data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps, allowing you to speed up operations and share USB peripherals efficiently.
For requirements of more displays to monitor, users can daisy-chain two CS1844 for up to four displays to multitask easily and process tremendous information. Besides, a remote port selector is available for quick and streamlined port selection apart from pushbuttons, hotkeys and mouse port switching.
As a feature-rich KVM switch, the CS1844 is especially suitable for users who need to perform multiple tasks smoothly at CGI work, graphic design, video post production, and CAD engineering.
One USB keyboard, mouse and two HDMI monitors control four HDMI computers and share two USB peripherals
Supports Quad Display by connecting two Dual Display KVM switches
Video DynaSync™ – an exclusive ATEN technology that optimizes display resolution, speeds up switching between systems, and ensures that windows opened on an extended desktop will not revert to their default configurations on the main display when switching between ports
Supports superior video quality – 4K UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz) and 4K DCI (4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz)
Computer selection via pushbuttons, hotkeys, mouse1, remote port selector, and RS-232 commands2
Built-in 2-port USB 3.1 Gen 1 hub with SuperSpeed 5 Gbps data transfer rates
Independent switching of KVM, USB peripheral, and stereo audio focus3
Multilingual keyboard mapping – supports English, French, Japanese, and German keyboards
HDMI compliant; HDCP compliant
Supports HD audio3
Power on detection
Auto Scan Mode for monitoring all computers
Firmware upgradable
Note:
1. Mouse port switching is only supported under mouse emulation mode and by USB 3-key wheel mice.
2. Slide the DCC switch to the s position to allow the KVM switch to receive RS-232 commands via an RJ-45 to DB-9 cable. Please refer to the CS1842/CS1844 user manual.
3. HD audio through HDMI channel cannot be switched independently.
Computer Connections
4
Port Selection
Hotkey, Pushbutton, Mouse, RS-232 Commands, Remote Port Selector
Connectors
Console Ports
2 x USB Type A Female
2 x HDMI Female (Black)
2 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Green; 1 x front, 1 x rear)
2 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Pink; 1 x front, 1 x rear)
KVM (Computer) Ports
4 x USB3.1 Gen1 Type B Female (Blue)
8 x HDMI Female (Black)
4 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Green)
4 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Pink)
Daisy Chain Ports
1 x RJ-45 Female
Remote Port Selector
1 x 2.5mm Audio Jack Female
Power
1 x DC Jack
USB Hub
2 x USB3.1 Gen1 Type A Female (Blue; 1 x front; 1 x rear)
Switches
Selected
5 x Pushbutton
Station Selection
1 x Slide Switch
LEDs
On Line /Selected
5 (Orange)
USB Link
5 (Green)
Audio
5 (Green)
Emulation
Keyboard / Mouse
USB
Video
Up to 4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz, 2560 x 1440 @ 144Hz
Scan Interval
1-99 Seconds (Default: 5 sec.)
Power Consumption
DC12V:4.42W:63BTU/h
Note:
● The measurement in Watts indicates the typical power consumption of the device with no external loading.
● The measurement in BTU/h indicates the power consumption of the device when it is fully loaded.
Environmental
Operating Temperature
0-40°C
Storage Temperature
-20-60°C
Humidity
0-80% RH, Non-condensing
Physical Properties
Housing
Metal
Weight
1.57 kg ( 3.46 lb )
Dimensions (L x W x H)
33.50 x 16.05 x 4.40 cm
(13.19 x 6.32 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.