Video Summary - How to Setup Your New KVM Switch The Right Way

Product reviewed

4-port KVM with mode indicator LEDs:
- LEDs 1, 2, and 4 lit
- LED 3 was off when no USB was connected for Apple TV
Supports switching among multiple device types:
- Desktop PC (with dedicated GPU)
  - Video must be connected to the graphics card (GPU), not the motherboard video output.
- Laptop / MacBook Pro
  - Uses an Apple multi-port (Type‑C) adapter
  - KVM control uses USB to the appropriate input so control works.
- Apple TV
  - Connected via HDMI only (no USB available in this setup)
  - Result: only video switching (no mouse/keyboard control).
- Xbox
  - Connected via HDMI + USB
  - Result: mouse/keyboard can be used for gaming.
Mouse/keyboard control
- Works with a Logitech wireless mouse and keyboard.
- Includes a dedicated mouse/keyboard port on the KVM.
- If using a single unified dongle, plugging into either of the two mouse/keyboard ports works.
Remote control included, but battery not included
- Remote ships without a CR2025 battery (user must purchase one).
Included accessory cables
- Comes with two combined HDMI+USB cables for the 4-port unit.
- Uses standard HDMI and USB (not proprietary), so additional devices can use regular cables at home.

Step-by-step setup:
- Unboxing → connect devices → power on → verify switching.
Switching test outcomes:
- Windows PC came up first; mouse/keyboard worked.
- MacBook Pro switching worked.
  - Mouse could appear on both screens when using the laptop normally (open/closed behavior mentioned as an option).
- Apple TV worked via HDMI switching.
- Xbox:
  - After waking the controller, both controller and keyboard/mouse control worked.
Teleconferencing setup
- Uses a powered USB hub on the KVM’s USB 2.0 port to prevent power instability.
- Warning: without a powered hub, too much USB power draw can make the KVM act erratically.
- Recommended setup order:
  1. Connect power to the powered USB hub first
  2. Connect webcam
  3. Connect headset receiver
  4. Connect speakers to the KVM audio output
- Testing method:
  - Zoom was used to confirm correct audio output by selecting the monitor name as the speaker output device.
Headset behavior (RF receiver vs Bluetooth)
- The headset receiver uses RF (not Bluetooth).
- Described as working better with the KVM, and can support Xbox as well as PC (per the presenter).
- To use the same headset across systems:
  - Switch headset to Xbox mode first, then switch KVM input to Xbox
  - After switching to Xbox, allow ~10 seconds for pairing.

Non-proprietary cabling
- Uses standard HDMI + USB (only two combined cables included since others are likely already owned).
Versatile device support
- Demonstrated with desktop PC, laptop, Apple TV, and Xbox.
Gaming-friendly control
- Xbox setup supports mouse/keyboard via USB.
Improved headset reliability
- RF receiver pairing described as working well with the KVM.
Teleconferencing support
- Webcam, headset, and speakers worked through the provided USB/audio arrangement (with the correct hub).

Remote battery not included
- Requires CR2025 battery (sold separately).
Apple TV limitation in this setup
- Apple TV has no USB port here, so mouse/keyboard control isn’t available—only HDMI switching.
Power requirements
- When connecting multiple USB devices to USB 2.0, a powered USB hub is strongly required to prevent erratic behavior.
Headset switching requirement
- Must manually switch headset to the correct Xbox/PC mode and wait ~10 seconds for pairing.

No direct comparisons to other brands/models were made.
The presenter mainly contrasted behavior by device type (PC vs Apple TV vs Xbox) and emphasized the importance of using a powered USB hub.

Step-by-step tutorial for TESmart A2U 4-port KVM
Unboxing includes: cards/manual/FAQ/troubleshooting info
Remote included but requires CR2025 battery (not shipped)
Includes only two HDMI+USB cables for the 4-port system
Cabling is standard HDMI and USB (no proprietary cables)
Desktop PC video must connect to graphics card (GPU) (GPU overrides motherboard video)
MacBook Pro connection uses Type‑C adapter; USB assigned to USB input 2
Apple TV uses HDMI only (no USB control possible)
Xbox connection uses HDMI + USB for mouse/keyboard gaming
Mouse/keyboard dongle can go into either of the KVM’s dedicated ports
LED behavior indicates active input; LED 3 stayed off when Apple TV USB wasn’t connected
Laptop screen behavior: can be used open/closed; mouse can appear on both screens (as configured)
Teleconferencing: use a powered USB hub to prevent erratic KVM behavior from excessive power draw
Recommended hub connection order: hub power → webcam → headset receiver → speakers to KVM audio output
Zoom used to select correct speaker output (monitor name)
Headset receiver uses RF (not Bluetooth); described as better with the KVM
Headset pairing requires about 10 seconds after switching to Xbox input
Must switch headset to Xbox mode first before switching KVM to Xbox

Only one speaker (Justin) appears to provide the full setup experience and guidance.

Recommended for multi-device setups needing switching between PC/laptop + Apple TV + Xbox, especially if you want mouse/keyboard control for Xbox.
Key requirements to get the best experience:
- Use a powered USB hub for multiple USB peripherals.
- Expect Apple TV to be HDMI-only (no USB control).
- Plan for headset mode switching and allow pairing time.