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INTRODUCTION 

 

 

Vista HDMI 4K KVM Switch Manual 

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Disclaimer 

While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, the manufacturer assumes no 

responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither does the manufacturer assume any liability for damages resulting 

from the use of the information contained herein. The manufacturer reserves the right to change the 

specifications, functions, circuitry of the product, and manual content at any time without notice. 

 

The manufacturer cannot accept liability for damages due to misuse of the product or other circumstances 

outside the manufacturer’s control. The manufacturer will not be responsible for any loss, damage, or injury 

arising directly or indirectly from the use of this product (See limited warranty). 

 

System Introduction 

Thank you for choosing the Rose Electronics Vista HDMI 4K KVM Switch. The Vista HDMI 4K is a 2K/4K, 

HDMI/USB/Audio Switch with USB2.0 sharing. The switch provides access and control to four 4K Ultra HD 

computers, using a USB keyboard/mouse and HDMI monitor. 

Video resolutions supported include 1080p, 1080 3D and 3480x2160@30Hz (4K/30).  

USB2.0 devices can be connected to the switch and shared between the 4 connected workstations. Digital 

audio output is supported. 

 

The instructions in this manual assume a general knowledge of computer installation procedures, familiarity 

with cabling requirements, and some familiarity with HDMI and USB device operation. 

 

Features 

 

Supports 1080p, 1080p 3D and 4K Ultra-HD, 36-bit color (3840×2160) @30Hz 

 

HDMI 1.4 (with audio) and HDCP compliant. 

 

Fully supported with Mac, PC, Linux, Sun Mac OS, Sun OS and Unix 

 

Supports USB2.0 devices, and USB-HID keyboard/mouse 

 

HDMI audio support, LPCM7.1, Dolby True HD, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD Master Audio 

 

Access and control the switch via front panel (2 x 20) LCD and push buttons, keyboard hot-keys, RS-232 

serial or optional TCP/IP (using TCP/IP over serial) 

 

Serial control interface via the DB9 serial port using the Rose RCS-4RS/D9 4-port remote control switch 

 

EDID learning and programming for all ports 

 

Zero-pixel loss with TMDS signal correction 

 

Independent switching and operation of the KVM station and USB2.0 ports 

 

Complete keyboard emulation for error free booting of connected PC’s and servers 

Summary of Contents for KVM-4THD/4K

Page 1: ...Vista HDMI 4K 4K Ultra HD KVM Switch with USB2 0 and Audio Installation and Operation Manual 10707 Stancliff Road Houston Texas 77099 Phone 281 933 7673 tech support rose com ...

Page 2: ... in transit to prepay shipping charges to the warranty service location and to use the original shipping container or its equivalent You must call for a return authorization number first Under no circumstances will a unit be accepted without a return authorization number Contact an authorized repair center or Rose Electronics for further information ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THIS PROD...

Page 3: ...nce when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct ...

Page 4: ...4K 4 Controlling the Vista HDMI 4K 5 Control using the RS 232 port 6 Safety 7 Maintenance and Repair 8 Technical Support 8 Figures Figure 1 Vista HDMI 4K cabling layout diagram 3 Figure 2 Vista HDMI 4K back panel layout 4 Figure 3 Examples of 9 pin RS 232 Straight Through and Crossed Cables 6 Tables Table 1 Keyboard hotkey and RS 232 serial port commands 5 Appendices Appendix A Specifications 9 ...

Page 5: ...and HDMI monitor Video resolutions supported include 1080p 1080 3D and 3480x2160 30Hz 4K 30 USB2 0 devices can be connected to the switch and shared between the 4 connected workstations Digital audio output is supported The instructions in this manual assume a general knowledge of computer installation procedures familiarity with cabling requirements and some familiarity with HDMI and USB device o...

Page 6: ... HDMIMM006 6ft 2 0 meter CAB HDMIMM010 10ft 3 0 meter USB AB cable CAB USBAB006 6ft 2 0 meter CAB USBAB010 10ft 3 0 meter Audio cable CAB SPMM006 6ft 2 0 meter CAB SPMM010 10ft 3 0 meter These items may be ordered separately from Rose Electronics All references to HDMI and USB cables in this document refer to the maximum recommended distances for each cable type Maximum recommended cable distances...

Page 7: ...nect two PC s using the included HDMI USB Audio cables and then connect a monitor keyboard and mouse to the user port Power on the monitor then the switch followed by the PC s Check to confirm the PC s can be switched via front panel or keyboard hotkey and that full operation of the switch is confirmed Once this operation has been confirmed the switch can then be fully installed into the rack Conn...

Page 8: ...o cables if required 3 Connect the USB keyboard and mouse on the two USB ports on the right labelled KB MS The two USB ports on the right are dedicated for keyboard and mouse emulation only The two USB ports on the left are for other USB 2 0 peripherals flash drives printers etc 4 Optionally connect speakers to the Audio Out port located between the USB connectors and a serial port controller to t...

Page 9: ...R Switch USB2 0 only CTRL CTRL u port ENTER u port ENTER EDID learning CTRL CTRL e ENTER e ENTER Same as front panel 1 button CTRL CTRL n a Same as front panel 2 button CTRL CTRL n a SmartPreview CTRL CTRL p p Reset CTRL CTRL r r Reset to factory defaults CTRL CTRL f f Table 1 Keyboard hotkey and RS 232 serial port commands SmartPreview PiP The Vista HDMI 4K features SmartPreview technology which ...

Page 10: ...d cable to a straight through cable Examples of crossed and straight thorough cable pin outs are shown below The standard maximum length for an RS 232 cable is 50 feet 15 meters Figure 3 Examples of 9 pin RS 232 Straight Through and Crossed Cables Establish a connection to the Vista HDMI 4K switch Connect an RS 232 cable to the RS 232 connector on the PC Connect the other end of the cable to the R...

Page 11: ...wer cords power adapter and connection cables designed for this Unit Keep objects that might damage this Unit and liquids that may spill clear from this Unit Liquids and foreign objects might come in contact with voltage points that could create a risk of fire or electrical shock Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this Unit Always unplug this Unit from the power source before cleaning ...

Page 12: ... container or equivalent insured and shipped to Rose Electronics Attn RA __________ 10707 Stancliff Road Houston Texas 77099 USA Technical Support If you are experiencing problems or need assistance installing your product consult the appropriate section of this manual If however you require additional information or assistance please contact the Rose Electronics Technical Support Department at Ph...

Page 13: ...Audio Frequency response 20Hz 20KHz Nominal Level 0 to 1 0V Impedance 600ohm Common Mode Rejection 60dB Controls PC Selection 2 x 20 character LCD screen with source selection buttons RS 232 DB9 F serial port and Keyboard hotkey control Status LED s 4 LED s on the front panel for PC selection operation Status 1 Status 2 Green Emulation Keyboard and mouse Serial RS 232 DB9 F 9600bps N 8 1 no flow c...

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