Features

Front Panel

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Description

1Port Selection Pressing one of the port selection pushbuttons will bring Pushbuttons the focus of one of the following to the corresponding port;

KVM only, Audio only, USB only, or KVM, Audio and USB simultaneously. What functionality is switched is determined by the Mode Selection Pushbutton (see below).

 

 

Pressing and holding pushbuttons 1 and 2 simultaneously

 

 

for more than 2 seconds will initiate an auto scan. On the

 

 

B004-2DUA4-K, pressing and holding pushbuttons 3 and 4

 

 

simultaneously for more than 2 seconds will perform a USB

 

 

keyboard/mouse reset.

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Mode

Press this pushbutton to determine the functionality that is

 

Selection

switched to a port when its pushbutton is pressed. Pressing the

 

Pushbutton

mode selection pushbutton once highlights the KVM, Audio and

USB functionality icons all at the same time. Pressing it twice highlights KVM only; three times Audio only; and four times USB only.

3Port LEDs Each port contains three LEDs; KVM, Audio, and USB. The corresponding LED will illuminate under the port that has its focus. For example, if port 1 has the focus of the KVM, Audio, and USB all at the same time, then all three LEDs will illuminate under port 1.

4Console Audio A separate set of Console Speaker and Microphone jacks are

Connectors located on the front panel of the unit for greater accessibility. Devices plugged into these ports will take priority over devices plugged into the Console Speaker and Microphone jacks on the back panel of the unit.

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USB 2.0

USB 2.0 devices (flash drives, printers, scanners, etc.) can

 

Peripheral Port

be plugged into this port and shared between the connected

computers.

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Tripp Lite B004-2DUA4-K, B004-2DUA2-K owner manual Front Panel

B004-2DUA2-K, B004-2DUA4-K specifications

Tripp Lite, a leader in power management solutions and connectivity, offers a range of high-quality KVM switches ideal for managing multiple computers using a single keyboard, monitor, and mouse. Among their notable offerings are the Tripp Lite B004-2DUA4-K and B004-2DUA2-K models, designed to enhance productivity and streamline workspace management.

The Tripp Lite B004-2DUA4-K is a 4-port USB KVM switch that supports high-definition video at resolutions up to 2048 x 1152, making it an excellent choice for users who require exceptional image quality. This KVM switch allows seamless switching between four connected computers using a single set of peripherals, allowing for efficient multitasking without the clutter of multiple keyboards and mice. It also includes built-in audio support, enabling users to switch between audio sources along with video, making it perfect for applications that require sound.

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