HMX88-18G 8X8 HDBASET ARC AV MATRIX

Blustream HMX88-18G Uncompressed 18Gbps HDBaseT™ Matrix

The HMX88-18G Matrix is an industry leading uncompressed, unconverted HDMI 2.0 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 HDCP 2.3/2.2 solution utilising HDBaseT™ 3 technology to deliver HDMI, Bi-directional IR & RS-232, ARC, 1Gb Ethernet, and PoC up to lengths of 100m over a single CAT6A cable.

The HMX88-18G supports uncompressed distribution of the latest HDR resolutions including HDR10/10+ and Dolby Vision resulting in the ultimate in picture quality for your critical viewing areas.

The Matrix also provides advanced features including simultaneous HDBaseT™/HDMI on outputs 1 & 2, video smart scaling on HDBaseT outputs, and an independent 26×8 audio matrix and ARC. The HMX88-18G includes an in-built web browser interface module for control and configuration of the Matrix, and RS-232, IR and Ethernet pass through to enable seamless 3rd party control integration.

Features

• Advanced uncompressed, unconverted, HDMI over HDBaseT™ technology offering distribution of bit-for-bit 4K HDMI video and audio over a single CAT6A cable
  
• Features 8 × HDMI inputs which can be independently routed to 8 × HDBaseT™ outputs
  
• Outputs 1 & 2 feature simultaneous HDMI and HDBaseT™ outputs
  
• Supports distribution of uncompressed HDMI2.0 18Gbps specification including 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 UHD video up to 100m*
  
• Supports distribution of the latest HDR resolutions including HDR10/10+ and Dolby Vision
  
• 26×8 Audio Matrix independently controllable from video. Audio source inputs include:
  • 8 × audio breakout from HDMI source inputs
  • 8 × audio breakout from zone outputs
  • 8 × audio return from zone outputs*
  • 1 × Optical and 1× Analogue audio input
• Supports all known HDMI audio formats including Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD Master Audio transmission
  
• Integrated Ethernet switch (LAN Serving) when used with Blustream RX18G receiver (1GB maximum)
  
• Web interface module for control and configuration of the Matrix
  
• Supports bi-directional IR and RS-232 on all HDBaseT™ outputs
  
• Control via front panel, IR, iOS / Android App, RS-232 and TCP/IP
  
• Supports PoC (Power over Cable) to power compatible HDBaseT™ receivers
  
• Advanced EDID management and HDCP 2.3 compliant

*Transmission distance is subject to video format, cable type and installation environment. It is recommended to use a minimum of CAT6A cabling

**ARC feature supports HDMI ARC or Optical ARC. Compatible with RX18G only

Specifications

In the Box

• 1 × HMX88-18G
• 1 × Rack mounting kit
• 1 × Remote control
• 8 × IR emitters
• 9 × IR receivers
• 1 × Serial Cable – DB9 to 3-pin phoenix connector
• 1 × IR Control Cable – 3.5mm-3.5mm Cable
• IEC Power Cable(s)
• 1 × Quick Reference Guide

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