AVPro Edge AC-MX-88HDBT

18Gbps 8x8 HDMI/HDBaseT Matrix Switch

AC-MX-88HDBT

The AC-MX-88HDBT is an 8x8 HDMI/HDBaseT matrix switch. This unit includes 8 HDMI inputs and 8 HDMI/HDBaseT output blocks, and these output blocks have an HDBaseT and HDMI port. The matrix mirrors these ports, and both are active. This matrix supports HDMI 2.0(a/b), HDCP 2.3, 4K video resolution, and 18 Gbps bandwidth. We can pass 18Gbps through category cable using the HDBaseT technology we have developed called "ICT." This switch allows any source (Blu-ray, UHD Blu-ray, satellite receiver, game consoles, PCs, etc.) to be shown on any of the connected displays. This matrix equalizes and amplifies the output to ensure the HDMI signal can be transmitted through long HDMI cables without losing quality.

This matrix switcher can also solve common issues, such as audio arriving before video and mixed systems with lower capability displays. Audio delay is "on-board," so you can manage lip-sync issues before they become problematic. Also, with built-in Scalers, you don't have to forfeit that 4K signal because you have a couple of older displays. Full EDID management allows maximum flexibility with today's broad mixture of sources and displays.

HDBaseT Compatibility Mode (HDBT-C) -This EXCLUSIVE AVPro Edge technology allows you to convert high bandwidth signals that are between 9Gbps - 18Gbps like UHD Players, HDR Content, Gaming Systems, PC's, and Media Players. The conversion uses a proprietary algorithm that impacts the original image as little as possible so you can transmit your HDR and high bandwidth signals over long-distance transmission to a display that supports 4K but does not support 18Gbps. Best of all, this is managed on a per output basis, so you have complete control over what individual runs are "down-clocked."

ICT Technology on the HDBaseT Outputs - ICT (Invisible Compression Technology) is a revolution in HDMI extension technology. This proprietary technology can compress high bandwidth HDMI signals into a more manageable size to fit through a CAT Cable "pipe." The ICT algorithm can manage all flavors of HDR including 4:4:4, 4:2:2, and 4:2:0 as well as signals up to 18Gbps and 4K 60Hz 4:4:4. The architecture of ICT allows it to be compatible with all chroma subsampling types, color spaces and HDMI Deep Color up to 12 Bit. Our technology is unique because it is truly invisible. It is not only invisible to the human eye, but also to HDMI test gear and other sink devices, what comes in is what goes out. What makes ICT special is that we preserve HDR Metadata and color information and depth in its full, original, integrity. Other compression technologies sacrifice these to save space and it will cause very visible banding, color shifting and motion artifacts in the image.

This technology is backed by extensive testing in side-by-side comparisons of ICT vs. directly connected sources. The setup is two identical displays and a single source. The source is split and sent to both displays, one using ICT and one with an 18Gbps cable. The movie is shown in HDR and evaluators are brought in to determine which one is compressed. The results are conclusive, it is invisible. Even to the most trained eye.

4K Up/Down Scaling - Like other AVPro Edge Matrix Switchers this unit comes with scalers built-in on each of its outputs. With this scaler you can upscale an HDMI output from 1080p > 4K. With the HDBaseT outputs, you can scale from 4K >1080p for HDBaseT compatibility when using 3rd party HDMI extenders. There is a limitation to scaling with this unit, you are not able to downscale on the HDMI outputs, and you are not able to upscale on the HDBaseT outputs. 

Extreme EDID Management - With 29 on-board EDID's, including HDR EDID's, not getting a picture is simply a thing of the past. You can manage the input side of the switch by selecting a preloaded EDID. We also can INSTANTLY read an EDID from any connected display and apply it to the desired input, all with the push of a button. Goodbye EDID problems...

Dual Audio De-Embedding - Our unique Audio De-Embedding allows:

• The user can extract 2 Channel PCM audio from each output (Balanced 5-Pin Terminal Block, pre-made conversion to L/R cables available). NOTE: The Analog Port only supports 2CH PCM - for down-mixing check out AC-AVDM-AUHD or our AXION line of matrix switchers.
• It features 4 digitals optical Toslink outputs with support for 7CH LPCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital +, DTS, DTS Master Audio.
• Extracted audio routing options include

1. Bind to output (extracted audio switches with the video, this is the default mode)
2. Bind to input (extracted audio is fixed to the corresponding input by the same number)
3. Independent (extracted audio can be routed however you like and there are commands to allow it to function as a separate matrix)

Audio Delay -With the AC-MX-88HDBT you can manage audio delay on the balanced or digital outputs per output. This features up to 630ms of delay, so your lip sync problems vanish. Audio delay can be managed directly from the front panel for ease of use and simple setup with the push of a button.

Built-in Test Pattern - The unit features an internal test pattern that can be initialized to verify that the infrastructure after the matrix is intact. This saves hours of painful troubleshooting and allows you to identify problems before they become problems. The pattern is per output.

Receiver Options - There are two receiver options:

• AC-EX70-444-RNE (Recommended) - Supports full 18Gbps & HDR up to 70 Meters and 100 Meters on 1080P
• AC-EX70-UHD-R - Supports up to 4K 60 4:2:0 (10.2Gbps) up to 40 Meters and 70 Meters on 1080P

Video:

• Video Resolutions Up to 4k 60HZ 4:4:4
• VESA Resolutions Up to DCI 4k (4096x2160)
• HDR Formats/Resolutions 420, 422, 444 (10 and 12 Deep Color) HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG 
• Color Space YUV (Component), RGB (CSC: Rec. 601, Rec. 709, BT2020, DCI, P3 D6500)
• Chroma Subsampling 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Supported
• Deep Color Up to 16 bit (1080), up to 12 BIT (4k)
• Scalers (HDMI) Per OUTPUT Optional 1080P to 4k (Resolutions Only, Framerate Stays the same)
• Scalers (HDBaseT) Per OUTPUT Optional 4k to 1080P (Resolutions Only, Framerate Stays the same)

Audio:

• Audio Formats Supported HDMI PCM 2.0 Ch, LPCM 5.1 & 7.1, Dolby Digtal, DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-X, Dolby Atmos
• Audio Formats Supported Extracted (TOSLINK) PCM 2.0 Ch, LPCM 6 CH, LPCM 7 CH, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus
• Audio Formats Supported Extracted (2CH Port) PCM 2 CH (NO DOWNMIX)
• Audio Extraction Location Bind to INPUT, Bind to OUTPUT, or Matrix (Independent)
• Audio Delay (Per OUTPUT, Extracted) Up To 630ms

Distance:

• HDBaseT OUT (4K60 4:4:4 & HDR) W/AC-EX70-444-RNE 70 Meters / 230 Feet (CAT 6a)
• HDBaseT OUT (1080P) W/AC-EX70-444-RNE 100 Meters / 330 Feet (CAT 6a)
• HDBaseT OUT (4K60 4:2:0 MAX) W/AC-EX70-UHD-R 40 Meters / 131 Feet (CAT 6a)
• HDBaseT OUT (1080P) W/AC-EX70-UHD-R 70 Meters / 230 Feet (CAT 6a)
• HDMI IN/OUT (4K60 4:4:4) Up to 50 Feet (Using Bullet Train HDMI)
• HDMI IN/OUT (W/ AOC Cable) (4k60 4:4:4) Up to 130 Feet (Using Bullet Train AOC)

Other:

• Bandwidth HDMI 18 GBPS Uncompressed
• Bandwidth HDBaseT 18 GBPS (Uses ICT Above 10.2 GBPS Signals)
• HDCP HDCP 2.2 and Earlier 
• POH For Receivers (No need to power receivers) Yes, All OUTPUTS

Control:

• Ports LAN, RS232, IR
• Drivers C4, RTI, ELAN, CRESTRON, URC (For More Information - See Drivers Page on AVProEdge.com/Drivers
• PC Software Yes LAN Web OS YES

Ports:

• HDMI  Type A
• HDBaseT RJ45 W/ POH for HDBaseT ReceiversLANRJ45 w/ Web Interface/ Control Audio (Extracted Digital)ToslinkAudio (Extracted Analog)5 PIN Terminal Block (Balanced)IR RX3.5MM Stereo (3 Conductor)RS2323 Pin Terminal Block

Environmental:

• Operating Temperature23 to 125°F (-5 to 51°C)Storage Temperature-4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)Humidity Range5-90% RH (No Condensation)

Power:

• Power Consumption (Total) 38 Watts Max
• Power Supply - Matrix Input: AC 100-240V ~ 50/60Hz Output: DC 48V 1.5A  

Dimensions:

• Dimensions (Unit Only - Height/Depth/Width) mm: 89.52 X 228.6 X 441.33 in: 89.52 X 228.6 X 441.33
• Dimensions (Packaged Height/Depth/Width) mm: 136 X 375 X 495 in: 5.34 X 14.75 X 19.5
• Rack Units 2U
• Weight (Unit) 10 lbs. (4.54 KG)
• Weight (Packaged) 14.6 lbs. (6.62 kg)

*Specifications subject to change without notice. Mass & dimensions are approximate

• HDMI 2.0(a/b)
• 18Gbps Uncompressed Bandwidth Support on HDMI
• 18Gbps with ICT on HDBaseT outputs
• 4K60 4:4:4 Support
• Full HDR Support (HDR 10 & 12 Bit)

• Cutsheet
• Manual