Key Digital SKU KD-MS8X8G

Key Digital KD-MS8X8G 8x8 4K 18G HDMI Matrix Switcher with Audio De-Embedding

$3,777.28

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Product Overview

Key Digital KD-MS8X8G 8×8 4K 18G HDMI Matrix Switcher with Audio De-Embedding.

Key Features

HDMI Matrix Switching: 8 HDMI sources to 8 HDMI outputs
Ultra HD/4K Support: 4096x2160 or 3840x2160 24/25/30/60hz at 4:4:4 (signals up to 18Gbps bandwidth)
HDCP Licensing: Fully licensed and compatible with HDCP 2.2
HDR10 (High Dynamic Range): More life-like images through a greater range of luminance levels
Resolution Support: Supports all SD, HD, and VESA (VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA, UXGA) up to 4096x2160p
Deep Color Support: Up to UHD/4K 60Hz 4:2:0/12 bits, 60Hz 4:2:2/12 bits
Independent Audio and Video Matrix: Output HDMI and Audio ports may switch together or independently
Full Buffer System™: Manages TMDS re-clocking / signal re- generation, HDCP authentication to source & display, and EDID Control handshake

Key Digital’s KD-MS4x4G and KD-MS8x8G are 4K matrix switchers with support of 18Gbps signal bandwidth and HDCP 2.2 for routing and distributing 4/8 HDMI source signals to 4/8 displays. KDMS4x4G and KD-MS8x8G feature 4/8 analog and digital audio outputs which may be independently controlled to follow the HDMI output selection or separately switched to accommodate a wide variety of usage applications in professional AV systems integration. KD-MS4x4G/KD-MS8x8G supports all SD, HD, VESA and Ultra HD/4K video standards up to and including UHD/4K 18G and 1080p. All UHD/ 4K EDID handshake files include HDR header information

Features:

    • HDMI Matrix Switching: 8 HDMI sources to 8 HDMI outputs
    • Ultra HD/4K Support: 4096x2160 or 3840x2160 24/25/30/60hz at 4:4:4 (signals up to 18Gbps bandwidth)
    • HDCP Licensing: Fully licensed and compatible with HDCP 2.2
    • HDR10 (High Dynamic Range): More life-like images through a greater range of luminance levels
  • Resolution Support: Supports all SD, HD, and VESA (VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA, UXGA) up to 4096x2160p
  • Deep Color Support: Up to UHD/4K 60Hz 4:2:0/12 bits, 60Hz 4:2:2/12 bits
  • Independent Audio and Video Matrix: Output HDMI and Audio ports may switch together or independently
  • Full Buffer System™: Manages TMDS re-clocking / signal re- generation, HDCP authentication to source & display, and EDID Control handshake
  • EDID: Internal library with 15 internal EDID configurations per input, in addition to native EDID data for any Output/ Display
  • TMDS re-clocking: Long HDMI connectivity support with Key Digital® HDMI cables
  • Lossless Compressed Digital Audio: Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby® Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio™, and Dolby® Atmos
  • Control: Front panel buttons/LEDs, Serial IR, Optical IR, RS-232 Control, and TCP/IP Control
  • Control System Support: Key Digital® app ready. Key Digital Management Software™ Pro (KDMS™ Pro) ready, Compass Control® Pro ready. Fully controllable by all IR, RS-232, and TCP/ IP supported control systems via open API.
  • Key Digital® App & KDMS® Pro Ready: Scan & detect population for pre-built GUI and TCP/IP control via Key Digital® iOS App and Key Digital Management Software™ Pro (KDMS™ Pro) PC Software

SPECIFICATIONS

Technical:

  • Input (Each): 1 HDMI Connector, Type A, 19 Pin Female
  • Output (Each): 1 HDMI Connector, Type A, 19 Pin Female
  • Output (Each): Balanced/unbalanced line level audio on 6-pin terminal block. Drives 2VRMS line audio input with a sampling rate of 192KHz
  • Output (each): RCA female for digital audio following SPDIF format (IEC 60958). Supports sampling rate up to 192KHz
  • Video Bandwidth: TMDS bandwidth 18 Gbps
  • DDC Signal (Data): Input DDC Signal - 5 Volts p-p (TTL)
  • HDMI Video/Audio Signal: Input Video Signal - 1.2 Volts p-p
  • DDC Communication: EDID and HDCP Bi-directional buffering to Display and Source
  • K-Factor: 0.22% @ optimal EQ » Video Isolation (Crosstalk): -45dB @ 5MHz
  • Analog Audio Max Output Level: 4dBu on 150kΩ, DC coupling
  • Audio Bandwidth: 20Hz to 20kHz @ 0dBu
  • TND + Noise: 0.33% @0dBu @ 1kHz » PCM Max Input Level: 1Vpp on 75Ω, AC coupling
  • PCM Max Output Level: 1Vpp on 75Ω, DC coupling
  • Wired IR: modulated IR signal input, 0-5V TTL or -10 to +10V
  • Power: 12V/3.3A (40W) AC Power Supply with Grounded, 2.1mm ID DC Power Jack with Screw In Type

General:

  • Regulation: CE, RoHS, WEEE
  • Rack Mount: 1U, 1 Rack Width (rack ears included)
  • Enclosure: Black Metal
  • KD-MS4x4G Dimensions: L = 17.32” W = 5.78” H = 1.72”
  • KD-MS8x8G Dimensions: L = 17.32” W = 7.27” H = 1.72”
  • Shipping Carton Dimensions: L = 23.4” W = 8.54” H = 2.36”
  • Product Weight: 6 lb
  • Shipping Weight: 9
  • Accessories: IR Remote, UL Certified Power Supply

ACCESSORIES

  • Power Supply: (qty 1) 12V/3A, 36W, desktop type, model KDSP12V3A
  • Rack Ears
  • KD-RMCSKA / KD-RMSWCSK Remote Control
  • 6-Pin Terminal Blocks KD-MS4x4G - (qty 5) / KD-MS8x8G - (qty 9)
Product identifiers
Brand:
Key Digital
SKU:
KD-MS8X8G

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