MDX-8×8+
The MDX-8×8+ is a professional flexible Digital Modular Matrix (DMM+) capable of selecting between 8 different devices to 8 displays. Seamless switching together with output video scaling provides a professional image selection with the option of creating a Video Wall, whilst 4-way modular input and output cards cater for a wide range of signal formats.
Key Features
- HDMI, DVI, HDBaseT, Fibre, VGA & SDI
- Inbuilt Video Wall processor
- Web Browser
- HDMI 1.3a compliant
- 10.2GBps, 1080p@60Hz
- HDCP 1.3 compliant
- PC resolutions to 1920×1200@60 Hz
- Seamless Switching
- POC (remote powering receivers)
- Front panel control
The MDX-8×8+ is a mid sized matrix offering a complete solution for switching and distribution of the most common AV signal types and standard connectivity. Differing signal types can be accommodated by the use of a modular construction. Removeable horizontal blades can be inserted or exchanged allowing inputs and outputs to be expanded in groups of 4 up to the maximum chassis size available. A variety of different blades are presented including: HDMI, DVI, HDBaseT, 3G-SDI and fibre options together with an analogue card capable of accepting RGBHV, YPrPb, Y/C and PAL/NTSC.
All input signals types are converted to an internal standard format allowing the flexibility of conversion to any output signal format. The conversion into an internal co-timed format provides a seamless switching feature allowing images to be changed without frame rolls or the need to go to black. Each output blade has a individual internal scaler allowing every output image to scale to the native resolution of the connected display for a more professional presentation.
The MDX-8×8+ encompasses a comprehensive method of control including IP, an internal web browser, RS232, remote panel and front panel buttons with LCD display. The DMM+ range now incorporates the VMX Videowall processor technology which allows a number of output blades to be grouped together to form a multi display video mosaic or wall. This feature is available for the HDBT, DVI, 3G-SDI and fibre output cards.
Control signal routing is offered as standard allowing infrared and RS232 signals to be selected independently between the HDBaseT inputs and outputs. The signals can be connected via the blades directly or through the connected appropriate Cat 6/6A transmitters and receivers. To aim ease of installation and improve power efficiency and heat dissipation, powering of the transmitters and receivers is achieved through the Cat 6/6A cable. DC power is sent via common mode connection across the 4 differential pairs of the network cabling.
The MDX-8×8+ routes the embedded multi-channel audio from the source device along with the video signal but can also be swapped with a locally generated audio signal and inserted via the HDMI or DVI blade. Similarly embedded audio is transmitted inside the output video signal but is also available as a stereo analogue signal on the HDMI and DVI output blades.
A preview card is also available as an output blade option. This features a streamed MPEG signal capable of displaying a composite of up to 4 input images. By using a streamed signal, remote monitoring of the matrix and the source devices is possible, ideal for inaccessible locations and in particular boats and luxury yachts.
Features
- HDMI, DVI, HDBaseT, Fibre, VGA & SDI
- Inbuilt Video Wall processor
- 2 way 4K UHD blade now available
- Web Browser
- HDMI 1.3a compliant
- 4:2:0, 10.2Gbps, 1080p@60Hz
- HDCP 1.3 compliant
- PC resolutions to 1920×1200@60 Hz
- Seamless Switching
- POC (remote powering receivers)
- CEC compliant
- Supports Deep Colour (10&12 bit)
- Embedding & de-embedded Audio
- Modular 4 port cards
- Front panel control
- EDID management
- 19″ rack mounting
- RS232 & IR control
- Ethernet control (Web browser)
Specification
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| Description | Type | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Datasheet | PDF File | 1,050 KB |
| Front Panel Drawing | PNG File | 150 KB |
| Rear Panel Drawing | PNG File | 150 KB |
| Manual | PDF File | 2,401 KB |
| Protocol | PDF File | 125 KB |
Transmitters
4K-TX725 (70m)
Features: HDMI > HDBaseT
| Connector Interface | RJ45 |
| Protocol | HDBaseT Lite (70m) |
| EDID Support | Pass-through |
| HDCP Support | Pass-through |
| Resolution (Max) | 4K 4096×2160 @ 60Hz 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Audio | Digital Embedded |
| Max Input Cable Length | Up to 70m |
| Power | 12/24V POH |
| Dimensions | 115 x 65 x 16 (mm) |
4K-TX866 (100m)
Features: HDMI > HDBaseT
| Connector Interface | RJ45 |
| Protocol | Full HDBaseT (100m) |
| EDID Support | Pass-through |
| HDCP Support | Pass-through |
| Resolution (Max) | 4K 4096×2160 @ 60Hz 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Audio | Digital Embedded |
| Max Input Cable Length | Up to 100m |
| Power | 12/24V POH |
| Dimensions | 100 x 100 x 24 (mm) |
Receivers
4K-RX725 (70m)
Features: HDBaseT > HDMI
| Connector Interface | RJ45 |
| Protocol | HDBaseT Lite (70m) |
| EDID Support | Pass-through |
| HDCP Support | Pass-through |
| Resolution (Max) | 4K 4096×2160 @ 60Hz 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Audio | Digital Embedded |
| Max Input Cable Length | Up to 70m |
| Power | 12/24V POH |
| Dimensions | 115 x 65 x 16 (mm) |
4K-RX866 (100m)
Features: HDBaseT > HDMI
| Connector Interface | RJ45 |
| Protocol | Full HDBaseT (100m) |
| EDID Support | Pass-through |
| HDCP Support | Pass-through |
| Resolution (Max) | 4K 4096×2160 @ 60Hz 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Audio | Digital Embedded |
| Max Input Cable Length | Up to 100m |
| Power | 12/24V POH |
| Dimensions | 100 x 100 x 24 (mm) |
Input Blades
MDX-RX4-HDBT
HDBaseT Input Blade 4 x HDBT RXs
The MDX-RX4-HDBT is a 4 port HDBaseT input blade for the DMM2 series.
Each of the 4 inputs are fully independent and can be connected to a remote smart-e HDBaseT transmitter using a single Cat5/6 cable up to 100m. We recommend using Cat 6a or Cat 6 STP.
| Inputs (Receivers) | 4 x Cat 5/6 STP HDBaseT |
| Connector Interface | 4 x RJ45 |
| Protocol | Full HDBaseT |
| Interface Bandwidth | 6.75Gbps – 165MHz |
| EDID Support | Pass-through |
| HDCP Support | Pass-through |
| IR/RS232 Support | Pass-through |
| Resolution (Max) | 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Audio | Digital Embedded |
| Max Input Cable Length | Up to 100m |
| Form Factor | DMM2 blade |
| Weight | Approx 1kg |
| Power | Powered by DMM chassis |
| Power draw | <40W (max) |
| Environment | 0-50°C / 10-90% non-condensing |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS |
MDX-IP4-HDMI
HDMI Input Blade (4 x HDMI Inputs)
The MDX-IP4-HDMI is an 4 port HDMI and stereo audio input blade for the DMM2 series.
Each of the 4 inputs are fully independent with active-input technology supporting extended input cable lengths of up to 15 meters @ 1920×1200 60Hz.
| Outputs | 4 x HDMI & AA |
| 3D | HDMI 1.4 3D |
| Protocol | HDMI 1.4, HDMI 1.3a, DVI 1.0, HDCP 1.3 |
| Interface Bandwidth | 6.75Gbps – 165MHz |
| EDID Support | Optional default EDID and load function |
| HDCP Support | Pass-through |
| Clock Jitter | <0.15T bit |
| Rise/Fall Time | <0.3T bit (20%-80%) |
| Max Transmission Delay | 5ns (±1ns) |
| Signal Strength | T.M.D.S +/- 0.4Vpp |
| Min/Max Level | T.M.D.S 2.9V / 3.3 V |
| Impedance | 50Ω |
| Max DC Offset Error | 15mV |
| Max Cable Length | Up to 15 metres @ 1920×1200 |
| Resolution (Max) | 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Audio | Digital Embedded/Analogue Stereo |
| Form Factor | DMM2 blade |
| Weight | Approx 0.5kg |
| Power | Powered by DMM2 chassis |
| Power draw | <12W (max) |
| Environment | 0-50°C / 10-90% non-condensing |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS |
MDX-IP4-DVI
DVI-D Input Blade (4 x DVI-D Inputs)
The MDX-IP4-DVI is an 4 port DVI and stereo audio input blade for the DMM2 series.
Each of the 4 inputs are fully independent with active-input technology supporting extended input cable lengths of up to 15 meters @ 1920×1200 60Hz.
| Outputs | 4 x DVI-D |
| Gain | 0dB |
| Protocol | DVI 1.0, HDMI 1.3a, HDCP 1.3 |
| Interface Bandwidth | 6.75Gbps – 165MHz |
| EDID Support | Optional default EDID and load function |
| HDCP Support | Pass-through |
| Clock Jitter | <0.15T bit |
| Rise/Fall Time | <0.3T bit (20%-80%) |
| Max Transmission Delay | 5ns (±1ns) |
| Signal Strength | T.M.D.S +/- 0.4Vpp |
| Min/Max Level | T.M.D.S 2.9V / 3.3 V |
| Impedance | 50Ω |
| Max DC Offset Error | 15mV |
| Max Cable Length | Up to 15 metres @ 1920×1200 |
| Resolution (Max) | 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Audio | Analogue Stereo |
| Form Factor | DMM2 blade |
| Weight | Approx 0.5kg |
| Power | Powered by DMM chassis |
| Power draw | <12W (max) |
| Environment | 0-50°C / 10-90% non-condensing |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS |
MDX-IP4-VGA
Multi-Format Analogue Input Blade
The DX-IP4-VGA is a 4 port multi-format analogue and stereo audio input blade for the DMM series.
Each of the 4 inputs are fully independent and can take a variety of input formats @ 1920×1200 60Hz. Including RGBHV, CV and YPrPb.
| Inputs | 4 x Multi-format Analogue Video |
| Connector Interface | 4 x HD15 socket |
| Signal Type | RGBHV/YPrPb/CV |
| Bandwidth | 380 MHz |
| Differential Phase | +/-0.1°,3.58-4.43 MHz |
| Differential Gain | +/- 0.1%, 3.58-4.43 MHz |
| Impedance | 75Ω |
| Gain | 0dB |
| Audio | Analogue Stereo |
| Max Input Cable Length | Up to 15m |
| Form Factor | DMM2 blade |
| Weight | Approx 1kg |
| Power | Powered by DMM chassis |
| Power draw | <40W (max) |
| Environment | 0-50°C / 10-90% non-condensing |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS |
MDX-IP4-3GSDI
3G-SDI Input Blade (4 x 3G/HD-SDI Inputs)
The MDX-IP4-3GSDI is a 4 port 3G-SDI, HD-SDI and/or SDI input blade for the DMM2 series.
Each of the 4 inputs are fully independent and can take a variety of input formats @ 1920×1200 60Hz. Including 3G-SDI, HD-SDI and also SDI.
| Inputs | 4 x looping input SDI (BNC) |
| Format | SDI, HD-SDI and 3G-SDI |
| Protocol | SMPTE 425M, 424M, 292M, 259M-C and DVB-ASI |
| Interface Bandwidth | 3G-SDI 2.970Gbps & 1.001 HD-SDI 1.485Gbps & 1.001 SDI 270Mbps |
| EDID Support | Optional default EDID and load function |
| Rise/Fall Time | 400 / 700 ps |
| Range | 0.8V p-p +/-10% |
| DC Offset | 0V +/-0.5 |
| Resolution (Max) | 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Overshoot / Mobile | <10% / <540ps +/-10% |
| Form Factor | DMM2 blade |
| Weight | Approx 0.5kg |
| Power | Powered by DMM chassis |
| Power draw | <40W (max) |
| Environment | 0-50°C / 10-90% non-condensing |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS |
MDX-IP4-MFB
Optical Fibre Input Blade (4 x MFB Inputs)
The MDX-IP4-MFB is a 4 port Multi-mode optical fibre input blade for the DMM2 series.
Each of the 4 inputs are fully independent with active-input technology supporting extended input fibre lengths of up to 300 meters @ 1920×1200 60Hz.
| Inputs | 4 x SC Optical fibre interface |
| Format | Multimode |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
| Interface Bandwidth | Forward: 6.25 Gbps / Reverse: 3.125 Gbps |
| EDID Support | Optional default EDID and load function |
| Rise/Fall Time | <0.3 Tbit (20%-80%) |
| Clock Jitter | <0.15 Tbit |
| Resolution (Max) | 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Fibre Type | OM3 Multimode |
| Max Fibre Length | 300m |
| Form Factor | DMM2 blade |
| Weight | Approx 0.5kg |
| Power | Powered by DMM chassis |
| Power draw | <40W (max) |
| Environment | 0-50°C / 10-90% non-condensing |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS |
Output Blades
MDX-TX4-HDBT
HDBaseT Output Blade (4 x HDBT TXs)
The MDX-TX4-HDBT is a 4 port HDBaseT output blade for the DMM2 series.
Each of the 4 outputs are fully independent and can be connected to a remote smart-e HDBaseT receiver using a single Cat5/6 cable up to 100m. We recommend using Cat 6a or Cat 6 STP.
| Outputs (Receivers) | 4 x Cat 5/6 STP HDBaseT |
| Connector Interface | 4 x RJ45 |
| Protocol | Full HDBaseT |
| Interface Bandwidth | 6.75Gbps – 165MHz |
| EDID Support | Pass-through |
| HDCP Support | Pass-through |
| IR/RS232 Support | Pass-through |
| Resolution (Max) | 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Audio | Digital Embedded |
| Max Input Cable Length | Up to 100m |
| Form Factor | DMM2 blade |
| Weight | Approx 1kg |
| Power | Powered by DMM chassis |
| Power draw | <40W (max) |
| Environment | 0-50°C / 10-90% non-condensing |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS |
MDX-OP4-HDMI
HDMI Output Blade (4 x HDMI Outputs)
The MDX-OP4-HDMI is a 4 port HDMI and stereo audio output blade for the DMM2 series.
Each of the 4 outputs are fully independent with active-output technology supporting extended output cable lengths of up to 15 meters @ 1920×1200 60Hz.
| Outputs | 4 x HDMI & AA |
| 3D | HDMI 1.4 3D |
| Protocol | HDMI 1.4, HDMI 1.3a, DVI 1.0, HDCP 1.3 |
| Interface Bandwidth | 6.75Gbps – 165MHz |
| EDID Support | Optional default EDID and load function |
| HDCP Support | Pass-through |
| Clock Jitter | <0.15T bit |
| Rise/Fall Time | <0.3T bit (20%-80%) |
| Max Transmission Delay | 5ns (±1ns) |
| Signal Strength | T.M.D.S +/- 0.4Vpp |
| Min/Max Level | T.M.D.S 2.9V / 3.3 V |
| Impedance | 50Ω |
| Max DC Offset Error | 15mV |
| Max Cable Length | Up to 15 metres @ 1920×1200 |
| Resolution (Max) | 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Audio | Digital Embedded/Analogue Stereo |
| Form Factor | DMM2 blade |
| Weight | Approx 0.5kg |
| Power | Powered by DMM2 chassis |
| Power draw | <12W (max) |
| Environment | 0-50°C / 10-90% non-condensing |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS |
MDX-OP4-DVI
DVI-D Output Blade (4 x DVI-D Outputs)
The MDX-OP4-DVI is a 4 port DVI and stereo audio output blade for the DMM2 series.
Each of the 4 outputs are fully independent with active-output technology supporting extended output cable lengths of up to 15 meters @ 1920×1200 60Hz.
| Outputs | 4 x DVI-D |
| Gain | 0dB |
| Protocol | DVI 1.0, HDMI 1.3a, HDCP 1.3 |
| Interface Bandwidth | 6.75Gbps – 165MHz |
| EDID Support | Optional default EDID and load function |
| HDCP Support | Pass-through |
| Clock Jitter | <0.15T bit |
| Rise/Fall Time | <0.3T bit (20%-80%) |
| Max Transmission Delay | 5ns (±1ns) |
| Signal Strength | T.M.D.S +/- 0.4Vpp |
| Min/Max Level | T.M.D.S 2.9V / 3.3 V |
| Impedance | 50Ω |
| Max DC Offset Error | 15mV |
| Max Cable Length | Up to 15 metres @ 1920×1200 |
| Resolution (Max) | 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Audio | Analogue Stereo |
| Form Factor | DMM2 blade |
| Weight | Approx 0.5kg |
| Power | Powered by DMM chassis |
| Power draw | <12W (max) |
| Environment | 0-50°C / 10-90% non-condensing |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS |
MDX-OP4-VGA
Multi-Format Analogue Output Blade
The MDX-OP4-VGA is a 4 port multi-format analogue and stereo audio output blade for the DMM2 series.
Each of the 4 outputs are fully independent and can take a variety of input formats @ 1920×1200 60Hz. Including RGBHV, CV and YPrPb.
| Inputs | 4 x Multi-format Analogue Video |
| Connector Interface | 4 x HD15 socket |
| Signal Type | RGBHV/YPrPb/CV |
| Bandwidth | 380 MHz |
| Differential Phase | +/-0.1°,3.58-4.43 MHz |
| Differential Gain | +/- 0.1%, 3.58-4.43 MHz |
| Impedance | 75Ω |
| Gain | 0dB |
| Audio | Analogue Stereo |
| Max Input Cable Length | Up to 15m |
| Form Factor | DMM2 blade |
| Weight | Approx 1kg |
| Power | Powered by DMM chassis |
| Power draw | <40W (max) |
| Environment | 0-50°C / 10-90% non-condensing |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS |
MDX-OP4-3GSDI
3G-SDI Output Blade (4 x 3G/HD-SDI Outputs)
The MDX-OP4-3GSDI is a 4 port 3G-SDI, HD-SDI and/or SDI output blade for the DMM2 series.
Each of the 4 outputs are fully independent and can take a variety of output formats @ 1920×1200 60Hz. Including 3G-SDI, HD-SDI and also SDI.
| Outputs | 4 x looping SDI (BNC) |
| Format | SDI, HD-SDI and 3G-SDI |
| Protocol | SMPTE 425M, 424M, 292M, 259M-C and DVB-ASI |
| Interface Bandwidth | 3G-SDI 2.970Gbps & 1.001 HD-SDI 1.485Gbps & 1.001 SDI 270Mbps |
| EDID Support | Optional default EDID and load function |
| Rise/Fall Time | 400 / 700 ps |
| Range | 0.8V p-p +/-10% |
| DC Offset | 0V +/-0.5 |
| Resolution (Max) | 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Overshoot / Mobile | <10% / <540ps +/-10% |
| Form Factor | DMM2 blade |
| Weight | Approx 0.5kg |
| Power | Powered by DMM chassis |
| Power draw | <40W (max) |
| Environment | 0-50°C / 10-90% non-condensing |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS |
MDX-TX4-MFB
Optical Fibre Output Blade (4 x MFB Outputs)
The MDX-TX4-MFB is a 4 port Multi-mode optical fibre output blade for the DMM2 series.
Each of the 4 outputs are fully independent with active-output technology supporting extended output fibre lengths of up to 300 meters @ 1920×1200 60Hz.
| Inputs | 4 x SC Optical fibre interface |
| Format | Multimode |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
| Interface Bandwidth | Forward: 6.25 Gbps / Reverse: 3.125 Gbps |
| EDID Support | Optional default EDID and load function |
| Rise/Fall Time | <0.3 Tbit (20%-80%) |
| Clock Jitter | <0.15 Tbit |
| Resolution (Max) | 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Fibre Type | OM3 Multimode |
| Max Fibre Length | 300m |
| Form Factor | DMM2 blade |
| Weight | Approx 0.5kg |
| Power | Powered by DMM chassis |
| Power draw | <40W (max) |
| Environment | 0-50°C / 10-90% non-condensing |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS |
Video Wall Function
VMX-TX4-HDBT
HDBaseT Output Blade (4 x HDBT TXs)
The VMX-TX4-HDBT is a 4 port HDBaseT output blade for the DMM2 series.
Each of the 4 outputs are fully independant and can be connected to a remote smart-e HDBaseT receiver using a single Cat5/6 cable up to 100m. We recommend using Cat 6a or Cat 6 STP.
VMX blades allow for video wall functionality through our control software.
| Outputs (Receivers) | 4 x Cat 5/6 STP HDBaseT |
| Connector Interface | 4 x RJ45 |
| Protocol | Full HDBaseT |
| Interface Bandwidth | 6.75Gbps – 165MHz |
| EDID Support | Pass-through |
| HDCP Support | Pass-through |
| IR/RS232 Support | Pass-through |
| Resolution (Max) | 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Audio | Digital Embedded |
| Max Input Cable Length | Up to 100m |
| Form Factor | DMM2 blade |
| Weight | Approx 1kg |
| Power | Powered by DMM chassis |
| Power draw | <40W (max) |
| Environment | 0-50°C / 10-90% non-condensing |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS |
VMX-OP4-DVI
DVI-D Output Blade (4 x DVI-D Outputs)
The MDX-OP4-DVI is a 4 port DVI and stereo audio output blade for the DMM2 series.
Each of the 4 outputs are fully independant with active-output technology supporting extended output cable lengths of up to 15 meters @ 1920×1200 60Hz.
VMX blades allow for video wall functionality through our control software.
| Outputs | 4 x DVI-D |
| Gain | 0dB |
| Protocol | DVI 1.0, HDMI 1.3a, HDCP 1.3 |
| Interface Bandwidth | 6.75Gbps – 165MHz |
| EDID Support | Optional default EDID and load function |
| HDCP Support | Pass-through |
| Clock Jitter | <0.15T bit |
| Rise/Fall Time | <0.3T bit (20%-80%) |
| Max Transmission Delay | 5ns (±1ns) |
| Signal Strength | T.M.D.S +/- 0.4Vpp |
| Min/Max Level | T.M.D.S 2.9V / 3.3 V |
| Impedance | 50Ω |
| Max DC Offset Error | 15mV |
| Max Cable Length | Up to 15 metres @ 1920×1200 |
| Resolution (Max) | 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Audio | Digital Embedded |
| Form Factor | DMM2 blade |
| Weight | Approx 0.5kg |
| Power | Powered by DMM chassis |
| Power draw | <12W (max) |
| Environment | 0-50°C / 10-90% non-condensing |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS |
VMX-TX4-FB
Optical Fibre Output Blade (4 x MFB Outputs)
The VMX-TX4-MFB is a 4 port Multi-mode optical fibre output blade for the DMM2 series.
Each of the 4 outputs are fully independent with active-output technology supporting extended output fibre lengths of up to 300 meters @ 1920×1200 60Hz.
VMX blades allow for video wall functionality through our control software.
| Inputs | 4 x SC Optical fibre interface |
| Format | Multimode |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
| Interface Bandwidth | Forward: 6.25 Gbps / Reverse: 3.125 Gbps |
| EDID Support | Optional default EDID and load function |
| Rise/Fall Time | <0.3 Tbit (20%-80%) |
| Clock Jitter | <0.15 Tbit |
| Resolution (Max) | 1920×1200 @ 60Hz |
| Fibre Type | OM3 Multimode |
| Max Fibre Length | 300m |
| Form Factor | DMM2 blade |
| Weight | Approx 0.5kg |
| Power | Powered by DMM chassis |
| Power draw | <40W (max) |
| Environment | 0-50°C / 10-90% non-condensing |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS |