Rose electronics MultiVideo DP MDM-4T2DP-A1 Installation And Operation Manual Download Page 4

INTRODUCTION

 

 

 

MultiVideo DP 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 MultiVideo DP. It is the result of Rose Electronics commitment to providing state-

of-the-art solutions for today’s demanding workplace. It is capable of switching up to four dual-head or quad-

head DisplayPort computers through a single user console. 

 

The MultiVideo HDMI is DisplayPort 1.1 and HDMI compliant, and supports screen resolutions up to 4K Ultra-

HD (3840x2160 @ 30Hz). Up to four USB 2.0 devices can be connected to the unit, which can be switched in 

tandem with the video or separately. The switch can be controlled through the front panel buttons. Keyboard, 

hot-key commands, or from a computer through an RS-232 interface. A separate analog audio interface can 

also be switched in tandem or independently. The DisplayPort signal also passes the embedded audio with no 

restriction. 

 

EDID pass-through and full USB and mouse emulation of all connected monitors, keyboards and mice allow for 

smooth switching. 

 

Features

 

 

Quad-head or dual-head video input 

 

Output video can be DisplayPort or HDMI according to model 

 

Resolutions up to 3840×2160 @ 30 Hz 

 

DisplayPort 1.1a compliant 

 

Full USB keyboard and mouse emulation to all computers provides switching without interruption 

 

Independent switching of KVM, peripheral USB devices, and audio 

 

Unit can be controlled using front panel push buttons, keyboard hot key commands, or RS-232 commands 

from an external controller 

 

Front panel LEDs indicate the active computer connection 

 

Can be used with any major operating system: Windows, Linux, MAC OS 

 

EDID pass-through enables smooth and efficient switching 

 

Mounts in a standard 19 inch rack

Summary of Contents for MultiVideo DP MDM-4T2DP-A1

Page 1: ...MultiVideo DP 1 4 Multi head KVM Switch DisplayPort USB2 0 Audio Installation and Operation Manual 10707 Stancliff Road Houston Texas 77099 Phone 281 933 7673 techsupport 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: ...Figure 1 MultiVideo DP Dual Front Panel 3 Figure 2 MultiVideo DP Dual with DisplayPort Output Rear Panel 3 Figure 3 MultiVideo DP Dual with HDMI Output Rear Panel 3 Figure 4 MultiVideo DP Quad Front Panel 4 Figure 5 MultiVideo DP Quad with DisplayPort Output Rear Panel 4 Figure 6 MultiVideo DP Quad with HDMI Output Rear Panel 4 Figure 7 MultiVideo DP Dual typical application 5 Figure 8 Front Panel...

Page 4: ...Port 1 1 and HDMI compliant and supports screen resolutions up to 4K Ultra HD 3840x2160 30Hz Up to four USB 2 0 devices can be connected to the unit which can be switched in tandem with the video or separately The switch can be controlled through the front panel buttons Keyboard hot key commands or from a computer through an RS 232 interface A separate analog audio interface can also be switched i...

Page 5: ...tiVideo DP Switch External power supply Power cable User Manual Additional Items that may be required USB Type A to USB Type B M M cable DisplayPort to DisplayPort M M cable HDMI to HDMI M M cable Stereo 3 5mm audio M M cable Serial DB9 M F cable These cables can be ordered separately from Rose Electronics ...

Page 6: ...s a dual head or quad head KVM switch Each is offered in two models one with a DisplayPort output and the other with a HDMI output Figure 1 MultiVideo DP Dual Front Panel Figure 2 MultiVideo DP Dual with DisplayPort Output Rear Panel Figure 3 MultiVideo DP Dual with HDMI Output Rear Panel ...

Page 7: ...MultiVideo DP KVM Switch Manual 4 Figure 4 MultiVideo DP Quad Front Panel Figure 5 MultiVideo DP Quad with DisplayPort Output Rear Panel Figure 6 MultiVideo DP Quad with HDMI Output Rear Panel ...

Page 8: ...ect the computers analog audio line out ports to their respective audio input ports on the switch 3 Optionally connect a serial control cable from an external controller to the DB9 connector 4 Connect the console displays to the video output connectors 5 Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the unit s console keyboard and mouse connectors located at the lower right hand side of the rear panel 6 O...

Page 9: ... DP through the use of the keyboard connected on the USB port of the Multivideo DP To activate the hotkey sequence press the CTRL key twice and then enter the desired hotkey commands Commands Hotkeys RS 232 Control Switch all devices KVM USB 2 0 and Audio CTRL CTRL m port ENTER m port cr Switch KVM only CTRL CTRL c port ENTER c port cr Switch audio only CTRL CTRL a port ENTER a port cr Switch USB2...

Page 10: ... to be The Multivideo DP requires a straight through cable You can use a Null Modem Adapter to convert a crossed 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 9 Examples of 9 pin RS 232 Straight Through and Crossed Cables Establish a connection to the Multivideo ...

Page 11: ... Click on the arrow next to Ports COM LPT You should see the name of your adapter and the COM port number in use EDID Learning and Programming HDMI Model Only The Multivideo DP features plug and play EDID making the switch easy to implement in virtually any application As soon as a user plugs in a monitor the switch automatically learns and copies the EDID to all ports The plug and play EDID helps...

Page 12: ...ower 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 13: ...l 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 P...

Page 14: ... to 16 ft 5 m Output Cable Length Up to 16 ft 5 m HDCP Compliant HDMI Output Models Yes Audio Analog Audio Input 4 x 3 5mm stereo jack inputs Analog Audio Output 1 x 3 5mm stereo jack output Frequency Response 20Hz 20KHz USB Signal Type USB 2 0 1 1 and 1 0 w internal hub Input Interface 4 x USB Type B female Output Interface 2 x USB 1 1 Type A female for keyboard and mouse 2 x USB 2 0 Type A Trans...

Page 15: ...M 4T4DP A1 1X4 KVM Switch Quad head DP output MDM 4T2DPH A1 1X4 KVM Switch Dual head HDMI out MDM 4T4DPH A1 1X4 KVM Switch Quad head HDMI out CAB DPMM006 DisplayPort cable M M 6ft 20m CAB HDMIMM006 HDMI cable M M 6ft 2 0m CAB USBMM006 USB AB cable M M 6ft 2 0m CAB SPMM006 Audio cable 3 5mm M M 6ft 2 0m CAB D9MF006 Serial cable DB9 M F 6ft 2 0 m ...

Page 16: ...E COM sales rose com 800 333 9343 Rose Electronics 10707 Stancliff Road Houston Texas 77099 Rose USA 281 933 7673 Rose Europe 49 0 2454 969442 Rose Asia 65 6324 2322 Rose Australia 61 0 421 247083 WWW ROSE COM ...

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