Path Way® Model 4875 Remotely Controllable Special Interface KVM A/B Switch
Overview
The PathWay® Model 4875 AB switch allows the user the capability to access either of two computers from a single set of KVM devices. The keyboard, monitor, and mouse devices are connected to the Common set of ports, and the computers are connected to the A and B set of ports.
The switch position can be controlled manually via front panel pushbutton, or remotely via a simple contact closure connected to the RJ45 Remote port. Remote switching can be achieved by connecting to either of the optional remote units: Model 4856 Single Channel Console Remote (Cat. #302074), or the Model 4855 16 Channel Area Remote unit (Cat. # 302071). Remote switching can also be achieved by connecting to your contact closure device.
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Applicable to custom RS422 Keyboard
FEATURES OF THE MODEL 4875 REMOTELY CONTROLLABLE KVM SWITCH:
- PS/2 mouse port emulation
- Video port signals are regenerated.
- Video resolution up to 1920 x 1440
- Video bandwidth 200 MHz
- Custom RS422 keyboard port
- Mouse, Monitor & Keyboard all switched simultaneously.
- Supports hot plugging the mouse port.
- Switch via front panel pushbutton or remotely via contact closure
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
- REAR PANEL CONNECTORS:
- Keyboard Ports: (3) DB25/F connectors, keyboard ports A/B/COMMON,
- supports pins 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 20.
- VGA Monitor:
- (3) HD15/F connectors, VGA monitor ports, A/B/COMMON, full VGA interface supported.
- PS/2 Mouse Ports:
- (3) Mini-Din-6/F connectors, PS/2 mouse ports, A/B/COMMON, full PS/2 interface supported.
- (1) Modular RJ45 connector, Remote port.
- (1) Power jack.
- POWER SUPPLY: Auto-ranging external power module, 90 - 265 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 10 Watts.
- FRONT PANEL CONTROLS: (1) pushbutton.
- INDICATORS: (2) Red LED status indicators.
- DIMENSIONS DESKTOP CONFIGURATION: 2.82" H x 7.94" D x 7.25" W (7.2 x 20.2 x 18.4 cm).
- WEIGHT: 2 lbs. (0.9 kg)
- MTBF: 100,000 hours.
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 5 - 45 degrees C.
- HUMIDITY: 10% - 90%.
- ALTITUDE: 0 - 7000 ft. above sea level.
PathWay® Model 4875 Remotely Controllable Special Interface KVM SWITCH APPLICATION:
- Applicable to custom RS422 Keyboard
The drawing illustrates an RJ45 remote port accepting Contact Closure Signaling using the Model 4856 Single channel remote, or the Model 4855 sixteen channel remote. You can alternatively use your own contact closure device. Access either of two computers or servers from a single KVM device connected to the COMMON port.

Ordering Information
- Catalog Number: 302154
- Model Number: 4875
- Base Price: See website or contact us for current pricing and availability.
Documentation & Support
- Specification Sheet (PDF) Download Available.
- Product Manual available upon request.
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- We welcome international inquiries and ship worldwide.
Shipping and Returns 
- Shipped via UPS ground (unless otherwise requested).
- Freight Charges prepaid and added to invoice. We can estimate freight charges for you.
- Return policy: contact us within 30 days of shipment for an RMA number. Items returned without RMA not accepted. Please refer to our full return policy in our Terms and Conditions found on our website.
Remote port connection details:
If the Model 4875 detects a transition from open to closure and remains closed across pins 2 & 3, the unit will switch to the B position. If the Model 4875 detects a transition from closed to open and remains open across pins 2 & 3, the unit will switch to the A position.
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