Description
The Aten CS1944DPA is a 4-port DisplayPort KVM switch that consolidates control of four DisplayPort PCs to a single dual-display console using one USB keyboard and mouse. It supports DisplayPort 1.4, HDR10+, HD audio passthrough, and multiple switching methods.
Video capability includes dual-display support up to 7680 × 4320 @ 60 Hz and 4096 × 2160 at up to 240 Hz, with support for high-refresh 5120 × 1440 workflows when source and monitors are compliant. The CS1944DPA supports DP++ and MST where the graphics source and displays allow.
Hardware includes two USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports for SuperSpeed 5 Gbps peripheral sharing, audio I/O, and a daisy-chain RJ-45 DCC port to expand two units into a quad-display KVM. Switching options include pushbutton, hotkey, mouse-wheel, RS-232, and remote port selector with independent KVM/USB/audio switching.
Key Features:- Dual 8K HDR10+ Video: Dual-display 8K@60 and 4K up to 240Hz for high-resolution color-accurate workflows
- USB 3.1 Gen1 Hub: Two SuperSpeed 5 Gbps ports for storage and high-bandwidth peripherals
- Daisy-Chain Quad-Display: RJ-45 DCC port enables two units to control four PCs across four monitors
- Flexible Switching: Pushbutton, hotkey, mouse-wheel, RS-232, and remote selector support varied control methods
- Independent Channel Switching: Separate KVM, USB, and audio switching for mixed-system operation
- DisplayPort 1.4 & MST: DP++ adapter and MST chain compatibility when supported by source and displays
- Multisystem Desktop: Manage four workstations from one dual-display console to reduce desktop clutter
- Content Creation: High-resolution editing and color grading using 8K HDR10+ and high-refresh 4K displays
- Control Room: Daisy-chain two units for quad-display control across multiple systems