Access any 8 HDMI sources from up to 4 displays
8 HDMI Sources + 4 Displays = A Versatile and Cost-Effective HDTV Matrix System

The rack-mountable 8x4 Matrix for HDMI sends high definition video and multichannel digital audio from any of 8 HDMI sources to any 4 Displays. The HDMI inputs consist of 4 High Definition video switches that can each accept 2 video sources. This input scheme allows up to 8 sources to be available while viewing any 4 on the output displays concurrently.

The 8x4 Matrix for HDMI eliminates the need to disconnect and reconnect sources to displays. It works with Blu-Ray players, Set-Top boxes, Home Theater PCs, and game consoles that connect to an HDMI display. Any source is accessible at all times by any display by selecting it using an IR remote or an RS-232 remote control device. The Matrix comes with rack ears for mounting in a shelving system.

Fully HDCP Compliant

HDCP (high-bandwidth digital content protection) is a standard digital code embedded in the HDMI video signal to prevent it from being pirated. HDCP-encoded source video that is fed into equipment not having the proper decoding mechanism will be transformed to "snow" or very low (480P) resolution images. For proper, full-resolution HDTV video rendition, the source and display (and anything in between) must be equipped with HDMI circuitry that decodes HDCP properly, such as the 8x4 HDMI Matrix.

How It Works


Up to 8 HDMI sources (4 viewable at any one time) connect to the Matrix's inputs and up to four Displays connect to the Matrix's outputs. Power up the 8x4 Matrix, HDMI sources and all connected Displays. Select which HDMI sources you want to view on each display using the IR remote. The result will be clear and vibrant HDMI video with multichannel digital audio at each Display.

Important Note:

The 8x4 Matrix for HDMI incorporates a 2x1 switch in front of each input on a traditional 4x4 matrix. This allows for the connection of up to 8 different HDMI source devices with a maximum of 4 sources available for viewing at any one time. Each of the 4 switched inputs on the 8x4 Matrix for HDMI are labeled as "A" and "B". Both "A" and "B" for each input cannot be active at the same time.

Features:

* Switches any eight HDMI™ sources to 4 Displays
* Distributes any of the four switched inputs (total of eight inputs) to any combination of the four HDMI™ output displays
* Maintains high resolution video - beautiful, sharp HDTV resolutions up to 1080p, 2k, and computer resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 are easily achieved
* Serial RS-232 remote port for switching via control automation
* HDMI™ 1.2 Compliant (HDMI 1.3 Compatible); HDCP Compliant
* Discrete IR remote (included)
* Rack ears included

Specifications:

* Video Amplifier Bandwidth: 165 MHz
* Input Video Signal: 1.2 volts p-p
* Input DDC Signal: 5 volts p-p (TTL)
* Single Link Range: 1080p/1920 x 1200
* HDMI Connector: type A 19 pin female
* Remote Control Port: RS232 female, mini-stereo
* Power Supply: 24V DC
* Power Consumption: 60 Watts (max)
* Dimensions: 17.1"W x 3.5"H x 7.1"D
* Shipping Weight: 9 lbs.

Package Includes:

* (1) 8x4 HDMI Matrix
* (1) RMT-16IR Remote Control
* (8) 6-foot HDMI cables
* (1) 24V DC Power Supply
* (1) User's Manual
* (1) Rack Ears (set)