The CS1798 8-port USB HDMI KVM Switch is a multi-purpose appliance that consolidates access and control of up to 8 HDMI computers from a single USB keyboard, USB mouse, and monitor console.
The CS1798 can be cascaded up to three levels – to control up to 512 computers – all from a single console.
In addition the CS1798 features multi-display functionality, which enables the use of standard USB cables to stack up to eight switches in a multi-display installation where each computer is fitted with multiple video cards. It allows you to contrast, analyse and monitor video output in convenient ways, substantially simplifying the working environment.
Furthermore, the CS1798 comes with ATEN’s on-screen display (OSD) function, which can access any computer connected to the installation, it also offers OSD confi guration backup/restore to save/back up the OSD settings and restore them as needed.
The CS1798 provides multimedia keyboard support and is audio enabled. You can listen to the audio output of each computer on two sets of speakers (on a one at- a-time basis).
One USB console controls up to eight HDMI interface computers and two additional USB 2.0 devices
HDMI compatible
Cascadable to three levels–control up to 512 computers*1
Multi-Display feature – stack up to eight CS1798 units and display video from up to eight monitors(dual display/triple display/quad display/multi-display)
2-port USB 2.0 hub built in
Computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys, and multilingual on-screen display (OSD)
Independent switching of KVM and USB focus
OSD Backup/Restore feature–enables the administrator to back up the switch’s configuration and user profile information
Firmware upgradable
Video DynaSync™ – exclusive ATEN technology eliminates boot-up display problems and optimizes resolution when switching between ports
Superior video quality–supports up to 1080p / 1920 x 1200@60Hz
Supports widescreen resolutions
Audio enabled–full bass response provides a rich experience for 2.1 channel surround sound systems
Console audio ports on front panel for easy access
Auto Scan Mode for monitoring all computers
HDCP compatible
Multiplatform support–Windows, Linux, Mac, Sun
Console mouse port emulation/bypass feature supports most mouse drivers and multifunction mice
Complete keyboard emulation for error-free booting
Mac/Sun keyboard support and emulation*2.3.
Multilingual OSD supports English, German, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Russian, and French
Multilingual keyboard mapping – supports English (US), English (UK), German (GER.), German (SWISS), French, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese
Note : Enable mouse emulation for independent switching 1. CS1798 cascade to CS1798 only. 2. For PC compatible computers. Mac and Sun computers must be compatible with USB connections. 3. PC keyboard combinations emulate Mac/Sun keyboards; Mac/Sun keyboards work only with their own computers.
Product Specs
Computer Connections
Direct
8
Max.
512 (via Cascade)
Port Selection
OSD, Hotkey, Pushbutton
Connectors
Console Ports
Keyboard
1 x USB Type A Female (Black)
Video
1 x HDMI Female
Mouse
1 x USB Type A Female (Black)
Speakers
2 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Green; 1 x front panel, 1 x rear panel)
KVM Ports
Keyboard / Mouse
8 x USB Type B Female (White)
Video
8 x HDMI Female (White)
Speakers
8 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Green)
F/W Upgrade
1 x RJ11 Female (Black)
Power
1 x DC Jack
USB 2.0 Hub
2 x USB Type A Female (White) (1 x front panel, 1 x rear panel)
Switches
Port Selection
8 x Pushbutton
Reset
1 x Semi-recessed Pushbutton
F/W Upgrade
1 x Slide Switch
LEDs
USB Link
8 (Green)
On Line / Selected
8 (Orange)
Power
1 (Dark Green)
Emulation
Keyboard / Mouse
USB
Video
up to 1080p / 1920 x 1200@60Hz
Scan Interval
1 – 255 Seconds (Default: 5 secs)
Power Consumption
DC 5.0V; 12.0W
Environment
Operating Temp.
0 – 50°C
Storage Temp.
-20 – 60°C
Humidity
0 – 80% RH, Non-condensing
Physical Properties
Housing
Metal
Weight
3.49 kg
Dimensions ( L x W x H )
43.72 x 25.66 x 4.40 cm
* The specification and pictures are subject to change without notice
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