SKU: BLU-HMX88-18G
MPN: HMX88-18G
8x8 Uncompressed HDbaseT™ 3.0 AV Matrix with ARC (4K up to 100m), RS-232, Bi-directional IR, Bi-directional PoH (PoE), Simultaneous HDMI / HDBaseT™ on output 1 and 2, ARC, LAN, HDCP 2.2, WEB GUI
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Video Input Connectors: 8 x HDMI Type A, 19-pin, female
Video Output Connectors: 2 x HDMI Type A, 19-pin, female, 8 x HDBaseT™ RJ45 connectors
Audio Input Connectors: 1 x Analogue audio L/R (3.5mm stereo Jack), 1 x Optical (S/PDIF)
Audio Output Connectors: 8 x Analogue audio L/R (3.5mm stereo Jack), 8 x Optical (S/PDIF)
RS-232 Serial Port: 9 x 3-pin phoenix connector
TCP/IP Control Port: 1 x RJ45, female
Ethernet Passthrough Port: 1 x RJ45, female
IR Input Ports: 10 x 3.5mm stereo jack
IR Output Ports: 9 x 3.5mm mono jack
Product Upgrade Port: 1 x Micro USB, female
Rack Mountable: 2U rack height, rack ears included
Casing Dimensions (W x H x D): 436mm x 88mm x 400mm (without feet)
Shipping Weight: 10.5kg
Operating Temperature: 23°F to 131°F (-5°C to +55°C)
Storage Temperature: -13°F to 158°F (-25°C to +70°C)
Power Supply: Internal 100-240V AC
HDBaseT Power Output: 24V DC 0.75A per port
Box Contents:
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 x HDMI inputs which can be independently routed to 8 x 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 x audio breakout from HDMI source inputs
– 8 x audio breakout from zone outputs
– 8 x audio return from zone outputs*
– 1 x Optical and 1x 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
HDBT HDMI Matrix, Switch
4K HDR
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Blustream
Pair with RX18G Uncompressed 18Gbps HDBaseT™ Receiver (sold separately)
8×8 HDBaseT™ ARC Matrix Supporting Uncompressed 4K 60Hz 4:4:4
The HMX88-18G Matrix is an industry leading uncompressed, unconverted HDMI 2.0 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 HDCP 2.3/2.2 solution utilizing HDBaseT™ 3 technology to deliver HDMI, Bidirectional 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.
