MH2404 Multi Viewer KVM Switch
Product Information
Specifications
- Product Name: MultiViewer KVM Switch (MH2404)
- Manufacturer: Shenzhen Kinan Technology Co., Ltd.
- Printing Date: 2025/07
- Version: V2.4
- Website: www.kinankvm.com
Product Usage Instructions
Overview
The MultiViewer KVM Switch (MH2404) allows users to control
multiple computers with a single set of peripherals. It is designed
to streamline workflow and improve efficiency in multi-system
setups.
Product Features
The MH2404 KVM Switch offers the following features:
- Control up to 4 computers from one console
- Front-panel pushbutton for easy switching
- Hotkey operation for quick switching
- Support for mouse switching and optional PS/2 numerical
keyboard switching
Installation
To install the MH2404 KVM Switch:
- Refer to the Installation Diagram provided in the user manual
for proper setup. - For cascading multiple switches, follow the Cascading
instructions. - If daisy-chaining multiple units, refer to the Daisy Chain
Installation Diagram.
Usage
To use the MH2404 KVM Switch:
- Utilize the front-panel pushbutton for manual switching between
connected computers. - Alternatively, use the Hot Key Operation for quick and
efficient switching. - Mouse switching and optional PS/2 numerical keyboard switching
are also supported for convenience.
FAQ
Q: What should I do if I encounter issues with switching
between computers?
A: Check the connection of all cables and ensure that the
devices are powered on. Try restarting the switch and connected
computers.
Q: Can I connect more than 4 computers to the MH2404 KVM
Switch?
A: The MH2404 supports up to 4 computers. For additional
connections, consider cascading multiple switches.
MultiViewer KVM Switch
(MH2404) User Manual
www.kinankvm.com @all right reserved Shenzhen Kinan Technology Co., Ltd.
Printing date2025/07 Version V2.4
MH2404
User Information
Telephone Support For telephone support, please call this number:
Telephone (Tel) Mobile phone (Mob)
0086-755-26755041 0086-13714411566
User Manual
User Notice
All information, documents and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no express or implied representation or warranty for the contents of this document, especially for merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Any manufacturer’s equipment described in this manual is sold or licensed as is.
If the equipment is artificially damaged after purchase, the buyer (not the manufacturer, its distributor or dealer) shall bear all the necessary repair costs and all the expenses of any incidental or r consequential damages resulting from the equipment defects.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation of this system if the correct operating voltage setting was not selected before operation. Please make sure that the voltage setting is correct before use.
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Contents
User Information ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 1
Overview …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..3
Product Features ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 4 Product Size …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5 Rear View …………………………………………………………………………………………………………5
Installation ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6
Installation Diagram …………………………………………………………………………………………. 6 Cascading …………………………………………………………………………………………………………7 Daisy Chain Installation Diagram …………………………………………………………………………8
Usage ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9
Front-panel Pushbutton ……………………………………………………………………………………. 9 Hot Key Operation ………………………………………………………………………………………….. 10 Mouse switching ……………………………………………………………………………………………..11 PS/2 Professional Numerical Keyboard Switching (Optional) ……………………………….. 11
Appendix …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………12
Technical Specifications ……………………………………………………………………………………12
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Overview
MH2404 is a 4-port multiviewer KVM switch with a USB2.0 Hub. It allows users to monitor multiple sources from servers through one set of monitor, keyboard and mouse, and directly switch and select the servers to be operated and controlled in the screen through the keyboard, thus instantly updating the image and effectively improving the working efficiency of instantly monitoring the application situation.
MH2404 supports high-quality video resolution up to 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz), and provides Quad-View mode and Full-Screen mode. Moreover, MH2404 supports a unique switching technology. In the quad-view mode, it allows user simply move the mouse to another screen to switch to another source quickly.
MH2404 supports cascading mode and daisy-chain mode. When in cascading mode, users not only can manage up to 16 servers, but the images of these devices can be displayed simultaneously in up to 4×4 multi-view mode on the Master device.
Featuring simplicity and fast, the MH2404 will work after plugging the cable into the appropriate port. The MH2404 splitter directly obtains keyboard and mouse signal, no need for software, without complicated installation and compatibility issues.
Engineered to meet the ever-increasing demand for multi-view functionality, MH2404 is specially designed with rich and diversified functions for where real-time monitoring is needed such as aviation industry, financial sector, game industry, and medical application, effectively improving work efficiency and reduce tedious operations.
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Product Features
Manages 4 computers or servers from a single control terminal. Supports seamless switching between 4 computers or servers. Supports cascade mode and DCC (Daisy Chain Control) mode, and can manage up to 16
computers or servers. Cascade Mode- display in up to 4×4 multi-view mode at the same time DDC mode-the keyboard and mouse can slide freely between ports and switch automatically. HDMI2.0 and HDCP compliant. Supports Quad View mode and full screen display mode The resolution can reach to 4K (4096×2160@60Hz), regardless of Quad View mode and full
screen display mode. (3840×2160@60Hz is recommended) EDID Selects optimum EDID settings for high-quality display and use of the best video
resolution across different screens Cross-platform support-Windows, Linux, Mac, Unix Support USB2.0 HUB Compatible with wireless USB keyboard and mouse of famous brands, and supports
multimedia USB keyboards (PC, Mac and Sun) Complete keyboard and mouse signal simulation to ensure correct boot switch. Broadcast function-Operate multiple computers or servers at the same time in multi-view
mode. Hot-pluggable – add or remove computers or servers without switching off the power. No software required – easily select a computer or server via the front-panel pushbuttons,
keyboard hotkeys and professional numeric keyboard (optional). In multi-view mode, the keyboard and mouse can slide freely between ports and switch
automatically. Switching mode suitable for each scene:
-Mouse sliding screen (move the mouse to the image to switch to the corresponding port) -Front-panel pushbuttons -Keyboard hotkey -Mouse hotkey
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Rear View
No. Description 1 Grounding terminal 2 HDMI input port
No. 6 7
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Description Audio input jack Audio jack on Console port
MH2404 3 4 5
Control terminal output port 8
Powersocket DC
9
USB input port
User Manual USB ports on Console port Peripheral USB2.0 port
Installation
To prevent damage to your installation from power surges or static electricity. It is important that all connected devices are properly grounded.
Make sure that the power to all devices connected to the installation is turned off. You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function.
Installation Diagram
Make sure that the power to all device you will connect is powered off before installation. 1) Connect the monitor, USB keyboard and mouse to the output port of the device (as shown
in Figure ). 2) Connect the HDMI signal cable, USB cable, and audio cable to the PC and the KVM as
shown in Figure 3) Connect the power cord (Figure ) to the KVM power socket. 4) Turn on the power of the computer, press the buttons and the hotkey [L _Ctrl] to easily
switch between multiple modes and multiple computers
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5) If you use a separate speaker, plug it into the control audio jack on the equipment.(As shown in Figure )
6) Insert the USB peripherals into USB port (Figure ).
* If the display at the control terminal has a built-in speaker and supports audio transmitting through the HDMI port, there is no need to use a separate speaker.
For the optimal signal integrity and simplified layout, we strongly recommend high-quality customized cable sets with various lengths. As mentioned, these cable sets can be purchased from your dealer.
Cascading
To set up a cascade installation, make sure that the power to all devices has been switched off, and then do the following:
1. Connect the equipped USB cable and HDMI cable to the HDMI and USB2.0 ports of the
CONSOLE on Slave 1 as shown in Figure ().
2. Connect the master and slave 1 to any RJ45 port of RS485 according to Figure () with
Ethernet cable.
3. Turn all the DIP switches on the Master up as figure ()
Master
DIP switches 1-5 are all dialed up.
4. Connect the Slave2, Slave3, Slave4 in above way
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Daisy Chain Installation Diagram
To set up a cascade installation, make sure that the power to all devices has been turned off, and then do the following:
1. Connect the equipped Ethernet cable to any RJ45 port of RS485 on Device1 as shown in Figure ().
2. Dial the dip switch of Figure () to the code 1.
Device1
Connect device 1, and dial the dip switch to code 1.
3. Connect Device2, Device3, Device4 in above way.
Device2 Device3
Connect device 2, and the dial dip switch to code 2. Connect device 3, and dial the dip switch to code 3.
Device4
Connect device 4, and dial the dip switch to code 4.
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Usage Front-panel Pushbutton
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No. Function 1-4
1
2 SET 3 CODE ID 4 RS485 5 KEY
Functional Description Switch freely to ports 1-4.The current port is on green. Quad-view Upgrade port Dip switch, used for cascade dialing connection. Cascade port Connect a professional numeric keyboard.
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Hot Key Operation The hot key commands are as follows:L _Ctrlkey +L _ Ctrlkey + keys corresponding to each function.
Function Name Operation
Function Description
Port switching
+1~4
Mode selection
+F1 +F4
Directly switch between ports 1~4. Single-view mode When switching from quad-view mode to single-view mode, the screen displays the image of the port where the mouse is located.
Quad-view mode
+E+00 3840×2160@60Hz
EDID of Input Port
+E+02 +E+03
1920×1080@60Hz Follow the resolution of monitor
Resolution of output port
+M+00 +M+01 +M+02
3840×2160@60Hz
Output resolution follows monitor’s, and the input resolution is 1920×1080.
1920×1080@60Hz
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Lock audio Close/open audio
Lock USB2.0 Turn off/on USB Close/open Key-mouse broadcast Hot key loop Device reset
+M+03 +A
+O +U +Y +B +F +R
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Follow the resolution of monitor
Lock the audio of the current port without following the port switching (press this hotkey to unlock in the locked state)
Turn off and turn on audio for all ports. Lock the USB2.0 of the current port without following the port switching. (press this hot key to unlock when locked)
Turn off and turn on USB2.0 for all ports. Synchronize the keyboard and mouse to all ports in multi-view mode. (press this hotkey to turn off this function in the broadcast state)
L_Ctrl Scroll LockL_Ctrl
Reset the device.
Mouse switching When in the quad-view mode, double-click the middle mouse button to exit the quad-view mode and switch to the single-view mode; When in the single-view mode, double-click the middle mouse button to exit single-view mode then switch to the quad-view mode.
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Function Name Port switching Mode selection
Operation 1 2 3 4
F1
F4
Function Description
Press [1] to enter port 1.
Press [2] to enter port 2.
Press [3] to enter port 3.
Press [4] to enter port 4. Single-view mode When switching from quad-view mode to single-view mode, the screen displays the current port where the mouse is located. Quad-view mode
Appendix
Technical Specifications
Model No.
Computer Connections
Port selection Display Mode
Connectors
Console Ports
Direct Max
Display Keyboard/Mouse
MH2404 4 16 Push buttons, hotkeys, mouse Quad-view, Single-view mode 1x HDMI Type A 2x USB Type A (White)
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KVM Ports
USB2.0
Audio Output Display Keyboard/Mouse Audio Input
Switch
Port selected Mode selection
LEDS
Selected
Input Power Rating
Video
Power Consumption
Environmental requirement
Physical Properties
Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Humidity Housing Weight Dimensions
User Manual 1x Min stereo jack (Pink) 4x HDMI Type A 4x USB Type B 4x Min stereo jack (Pink) 1x USB type A (White)
4x Pushbutton 1x Pushbutton 5x LEDs (Green) DC12V/3A 3840×2160 @60Hz 1920×1080@60Hz 20W 0-50 -20-60 0-80%RH,Non-condensing Metal 1.5kg 270 mm x 166 mm x 44mm
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