Rose CrystalView CRK-1P2V
Expert rating7.6 / 10
- Port Count:
- 1 (extender pair)
- Video Standard:
- Single-head DVI/VGA, dual video outputs
- Max Resolution:
- 1920x1200
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Manufacturer: Rose Electronics Last updated: 2026-09-12
Rose CrystalView CRK-1P2V Review
Rose CrystalView CRK-1P2V single-port dual-video KVM extender CATx
Takes one computer's video output and mirrors or spans it to two remote displays over CATx, aimed at monitoring walls or presentation setups that need the same source shown on two extended screens.
One Source, Two Remote Displays
The CRK-1P2V is built for scenarios where a single computer's output needs to reach two separate remote monitors, common in monitoring rooms and presentation setups where redundancy or a second view matters more than switching between sources.
Comparison to Alternatives
Against Rose's CRK-M2U2V, which extends one dual-head console to one computer, the CRK-1P2V instead fans one source to two displays, a different topology for a different problem. It commands a premium over the M2U2V/AUD reflecting its dual-output design.
Our verdict
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Expert rating7.6 / 10
A specialized extender for one-source, two-display topologies; not a general-purpose KVM switch.
Best for
- Monitoring rooms needing a mirrored second display
- Presentation setups with redundant screens
- Single-source, dual-remote-display deployments
Not for
- Multi-computer switching needs
- Single remote display requirements
- Budget-limited deployments
Specifications
What these specs meanHow much this extender can do compared with other KVM extenders, rated from its specifications.
Design
| Port Count | 1 |
|---|---|
| Switching Method | N/A, dedicated extender, no switching |
Topology
| KVM Segment | Extender |
|---|
Video & Features
| Video Standard | Single-head DVI/VGA source, dual video outputs |
|---|---|
| Max Resolution | 1920x1200 |
| USB Hub Ports | 2 |
| Audio Support | No |
In the box and price
| Price | 1195.00 USD |
|---|
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the Rose CrystalView CRK-1P2V (Single-Port Dual-Video KVM Extender / CATx)?
The Rose CrystalView CRK-1P2V (Single-Port Dual-Video KVM Extender / CATx) is a KVM switch from Rose Electronics. Key specs: Port Count 1 (point-to-point extender), Switching Method N/A, dedicated extender, no switching, Video Standard Single-head DVI/VGA source, dual video outputs, Max Resolution 1920x1200, USB Hub Ports 2.
Who is the Rose CrystalView CRK-1P2V (Single-Port Dual-Video KVM Extender / CATx) best suited to?
Best suited to: Monitoring rooms needing a mirrored second display; Presentation setups with redundant screens; Single-source, dual-remote-display deployments.
What are the drawbacks of the Rose CrystalView CRK-1P2V (Single-Port Dual-Video KVM Extender / CATx)?
Not the best fit for: Multi-computer switching needs; Single remote display requirements; Budget-limited deployments.
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