4×2 HDMI & USB-C Huddle Room Matrix Switcher

Name: 4×2 HDMI & USB-C Huddle Room Matrix Switcher
Brand: KanexPro
SKU: COL-HUD-42

4K60 4:4:4, Dual HDMI Outputs, 100W USB-C PD, USB 3.2 KVM & Dual 1G Ethernet with 802.1x — For Dual-Display BYOD Rooms

COL-HUD-42UPC 813982020900

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Overview

The COL-HUD-42 brings full matrix switching to the huddle room — four sources route independently to two displays, giving dual-display rooms the flexibility to show different content on each screen simultaneously. Two USB-C inputs deliver DP Alt mode 4K60 4:4:4, USB 3.2 Gen 1 KVM, 1G Ethernet, and up to 100W PD charging; two HDMI inputs handle legacy and fixed sources. All four can be routed to either output independently.

Built on the same platform as the COL-HUD-21 and COL-HUD-21D, the COL-HUD-42 adds a second HDMI output, four sources, and dual host ports — while keeping the same balanced audio I/O, dual 1G Ethernet with 802.1x/VLAN, CEC/IR/RS-232 display control, and Web GUI that IT teams rely on across the family. The step-up choice for medium conference rooms, training spaces, and any room where two independent display zones are required.

Key features

HDCP 2.3 and DP 1.4a compliant
4×2 huddle room matrix switcher — dual USB-C and dual HDMI inputs, dual HDMI outputs
USB-C inputs with DP Alt mode 4K60 4:4:4, USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps), 1G Ethernet, and up to 100W charging (50W each when both connected)
HDMI inputs up to 4K60 4:4:4 as specified in HDMI 2.0b
Independent output routing — each HDMI output selects any of the four inputs independently
Fast switching with auto and manual switching modes per output
Auto switching with signal detection and 5V detection
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) host and local hub — USB-C HOST3 (data only) and USB-B HOST4
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) device port with 5V/1.5A power output
Balanced/unbalanced analog audio embedding to USB or HDMI audio
Balanced/unbalanced analog audio de-embedding from USB or HDMI audio
Advanced EDID management — 18 presets plus 2 user-defined profiles
User-defined welcome screen and no-signal display image
Dual 1G Ethernet ports with 802.1x and VLAN support
IR eye for IR learning and control
Auto display on/off control
External device control via CEC, IR, RS-232, LAN, and GPIO
Control via front panel buttons, RS-232, TCP/IP, and Web GUI

Specification	Value
Technical
HDMI Compliance	HDMI 2.0b
HDCP	HDCP 2.3
DP Compliance	DP 1.4a (USB-C inputs)
USB Compliance	USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps)
Video Bandwidth	18Gbps
HDR	HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG
Color Space	RGB, YCbCr 4:4:4 / 4:2:2 / 4:2:0
Color Depth	8/10/12-bit (8-bit at 4K60 4:4:4)
Audio (Digital)	LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-EX, DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio, DSD
Audio (Analog)	LPCM 2CH, 32–192kHz
Audio S/N Ratio	>90dB
Audio THD+N	<0.01% at +4dBu 1kHz
ESD Protection	IEC 61000-4-2: ±8kV air / ±4kV contact
Connection
Inputs	2× USB-C IN (24-pin), 2× HDMI IN (Type A), 1× HOST USB-C (24-pin, data only), 1× HOST USB-B (9-pin)
Outputs	2× HDMI OUT (Type A), 1× USB Device (Type C), 2× USB Device (Type A)
Audio In	1× L/R Balanced/Unbalanced (5-pin 3.5mm phoenix)
Audio Out	1× L/R Balanced/Unbalanced (5-pin 3.5mm phoenix)
Control	1× RS-232 (3-pin), 1× IR Out (3.5mm), 2× Ethernet (RJ45), 1× GPIO (6-pin), 1× Service (USB-C)
Physical
Dimensions (W×D×H)	10.63″ × 5.12″ × 0.91″ (270 × 130 × 23mm)
Net Weight	1.96 lbs (0.890kg)
Housing	Metal, Black
Power Supply	DC 24V/7.5A (AC 100–240V, 50/60Hz)
Power Consumption	41W (idle) / 149W (with 100W USB-C charging)
Operating Temperature	32°F–104°F (0°C–40°C)
Storage Temperature	-4°F–140°F (-20°C–60°C)
Operating Humidity	20–80% RH, non-condensing
Certifications
Regulatory	CE, FCC, UL
Package Contents
1×	4×2 HDMI & USB-C Huddle Room Matrix Switcher
1×	24V/7.5A Power Supply
1×	IR Blaster Cable (1.5m)
1×	3-pin Phoenix Connector (male)
2×	5-pin Phoenix Connector (male)
1×	6-pin Phoenix Connector (male)
4×	Rubber Foot
2×	Mounting Ear
1×	User Manual

4×2 HDMI & USB-C Huddle Room Matrix Switcher panel drawing

4×2 HDMI & USB-C Huddle Room Matrix Switcher system diagram

4×2 HDMI & USB-C Huddle Room Matrix Switcher applications

Manual~~Installation and operation~~

Spec sheet~~Full specification~~

Sales sheet~~For bid packages~~

What is the maximum video resolution?

Up to 4K60Hz 4:4:4 (18Gbps) on all inputs and both HDMI outputs. USB-C inputs require DP 1.4a Alt mode on the source device.

Can each output be set to a different resolution?

Yes. Each output has independent video mode settings (Auto, Bypass, Force 1080p, Internal Pattern) configurable via Web GUI or API command 'set output x video y'.

How do I route each output independently via API?

Use 'set output 1 from x' for OUT1 and 'set output 2 from x' for OUT2, where x=1 (USB-C IN1), 2 (USB-C IN2), 3 (HDMI IN3), or 4 (HDMI IN4). Both outputs can be set in the same command sequence.

How does auto-switching work with two outputs?

Each output has independent auto-switching. 'set output 1 auto switch 1' and 'set output 2 auto switch 1' enable per-output auto-switching. Or use 'set output 0 auto switch 1' to enable on both simultaneously.

What power supply is required?

Included 24V/7.5A (AC 100–240V, 50/60Hz). USB-C charging only active when DC 24V supply is connected.

How do I mount it?

Attach mounting ears with 4× KM3×6 screws. Unit is 10.63 inches wide × 0.91 inches tall. Use rubber feet for desktop placement.

No video from USB-C laptop?

Verify the laptop supports DisplayPort Alt Mode. HOST3 is data only — video requires USB-C IN1 or IN2. Try setting EDID to 1080P60.

OUT2 shows same source as OUT1?

OUT1 and OUT2 are independently routed. Use the OUT2 front panel selector or 'set output 2 from x' command to select a different source.

How does independent output routing work?

Each HDMI output has its own source selector on the front panel. OUT1 and OUT2 can show the same or different sources simultaneously — any of the four inputs routed to either output independently.

Does 100W USB-C charging work on both USB-C inputs?

Yes. Each USB-C input supports up to 100W PD. When both are active simultaneously, each delivers 50W. With one connected, up to 100W.

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