Low-Cost 4K 18Gbps HDMI Video Matrix Switch: 4x4, 8x8

Route Ultra-HD 4Kx2K 60Hz 4:4:4 HDMI video and audio signals from many video sources to multiple displays.

Low-Cost 4K HDMI Video Matrix Switch: 8x8
SM-8X8-4K18GB-LC (Front & Back)

Product Highlights

  • Resolutions to Ultra-HD 4Kx2K 60Hz 4:4:4
  • 18Gbps bandwidth
  • HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2
  • IR, RS232, Ethernet control

Additional Images

  • SM-4X4-4K18GBA-LCV2 (Front & Back)
  • SM-8X8-4K18GB-LC (Front & Back)

The VEEMUX® Low-Cost 4K HDMI Matrix Switch routes digital 4Kx2K HDMI video and audio signals from up to eight HDMI video sources (computers, Blu-Ray players, satellite receivers, etc) to up to eight displays (monitors, 4K TV's, projectors, etc).

The VEEMUX® Low-Cost 4K HDMI Matrix Switch routes digital 4Kx2K HDMI video and audio signals from up to eight HDMI video sources (computers, Blu-Ray players, satellite receivers, etc) to up to eight displays (monitors, 4K TV's, projectors, etc).

  • Configure and control the switch through front panel buttons, Ethernet, IR remote control, or RS232.
  • Supports Ultra-HD 4Kx2K resolutions (4096x2160 and 3840x2160 @24/30/60Hz YUV 4:4:4) and HDTV resolutions to 1080p.
  • Each input can be independently connected to any or all outputs.
  • HDCP 2.2 compliant.
  • HDMI features supported:
    • HDMI 2.0
    • Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Digital, DTS 7.1 and LPCM
    • YUV 4:4:4
    • HDR
    • 3D
    • Bandwidth up to 600 Mhz (18 Gbps)
    • Lip Sync
  • Audio switching:
    • With the 4x4 model, audio switching follows video switching.
      • HDMI-embedded audio switching (four-channel stereo mixing).
      • L/R analog audio and SPDIF digital audio out ports for each source.
      • For example, if HDMI output 1 video is from HDMI input 3, then it will also receive audio from HDMI input 3. The L/R analog audio output 1 and the SPDIF audio output 1 will receive audio from HDMI input 3 also.
    • With the 8x8 model, switch audio independently of video from connected HDMI sources (e.g. source 1 and source 2 video are active while only source 3 audio is active).
      • HDMI-embedded audio switching (four-channel stereo mixing).
      • SPDIF digital audio out ports for each source.
  • Configurable built-in EDID table.
  • Compact desktop design for the 4x4 model and 1RU design for the 8x8.
    • Mounting kit included with the 8x8 model.
Inputs
  • Female HDMI input connectors
  • Compatible with computers and UHD video sources (satellite receivers, Blu-Ray players, etc) with HDMI video.
  • Supports HDCP 2.2/1.4
Outputs
  • Female HDMI output connectors
  • RCA jacks for SPDIF digital audio.
  • Screw terminals for analog stereo audio (4x4 model only).
  • Supports embedded digital audio through HDMI compatible TVs or audio receivers.
  • Supported resolutions
    • 4Kx2K (4096x2160 and 3840x2160) @24Hz/30Hz/60Hz YUV 4:4:4
    • 480p @60Hz, 576p@50Hz, 720p@60Hz, 1080p @24/50/60/120/144Hz
  • Supports HDCP 2.2/1.4
  • Video bandwidth: 600MHz (18 Gbps)
Power
  • SM-4X4-4K18GBA-LCV2
    • Input: 100 to 240 VAC at 50 or 60 Hz via AC adapter (AC adapter included.)
    • Output: 12VDC, 2.0A
    • Power consumption: 14W
  • SM-8X8-4K18GB-LC
    • Input: 100 to 240 VAC at 50 or 60 Hz via AC adapter (AC adapter included.)
    • Output: 12VDC, 3.0A
    • Power consumption: 19W
Environmental
  • SM-4X4-4K18GBA-LCV2
    • Operating temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C).
    • Storage temperature: 14 to 122°F (-10 to 50°C.)
    • Operating and storage relative humidity: 5 to 90% non-condensing RH.
  • SM-8X8-4K18GB-LC
    • Operating temperature: -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C).
    • Storage temperature: -40 to 158°F (-40 to 70°C.)
Dimensions
  • WxDxH (in):
    • SM-4X4-4K18GBA-LCV2: 8.51x5.06x1.34
      (216x129x34 mm).
    • SM-8X8-4K18GB-LC: 17.32x8.66x1.75
      (440x220x44 mm).
Cables
  • Interface cables between the video sources/displays and the switch are required for proper operation.
    • Supports cable lengths to 20 feet for 4Kx2K resolutions at 60Hz and lengths to 50 feet for 1080p at 60Hz using passive HDMI cables.
      • Cables longer than 50 feet can be used provided they have a built-in video equalizer (also known as "active HDMI cables").
  • Use HD-xx-MM HDMI cables to connect an HDMI source or display.
    • HD-3/6/10/15-MM supports resolutions to 4K@60Hz.
    • HD-25/30/50-MM supports resolutions to 1080p@60Hz.
  • Use HD-ACT-xx-MM 4K HDMI Active Cables to connect an HDMI source or display up to 100 feet.
    • HD-ACT-20/25/30/40/50-MM supports resolutions to 4K@60Hz (18 Gbps).
    • HD-ACT-60/75/100-MM supports resolutions to 4K@30Hz (10.2 Gbps).
  • Use DP-HD-xx-MM to connect a 4K@60Hz DisplayPort computer up to 15 feet.
  • Use USB3C-HD4K-xx-MM to connect a 4K@60Hz computer with USB Type C connector up to 10 feet.
  • Use DVI-HD-xx-MM cable to connect a DVI source.
    • Supports resolutions to 1080p.
  • Cables not included.
Regulatory Approvals
  • CE, FCC, RoHS
Warranty
  • Two years
Package Includes
  • One 4K HDMI Video Matrix Switch
  • One power adapter
  • One IR remote
  • One IR extension cable
  • Mounting kit (8x8 model only)
Compatible NTI Products
  • Combine NTI's extenders, switches, splitters and cables for complex applications
    • 4K HDMI Extender via One CATx (ST-C64K-300)
      • Each output on the switch must be set to 3840x2160 @ 30Hz.
    • Video Wall Processor (SPLITMUX-4X4-HDVWC)
Front Panel Interface
  • Standard control method
  • Configuration and control can be done using the front panel buttons.
  • Keypad allows selection of the input source to be routed to the desired outputs.
Ethernet Control
  • Standard control method.
  • Configuration can be done over the Internet via Web server.
  • Female RJ45 connector.
  • 10/100 BaseT Ethernet interface.
RS232 Control
  • Standard control method
  • Configuration and control can be done through the serial port.
  • Connector:
    • SM-4X4-4K18GBA-LCV2: 3-pin screw terminal.
    • SM-8X8-4K18GB-LC: female DB9 connector.
  • Control the switch using the Control Program with Graphical User Interface (GUI control) via RS232. (Control software included.)
Infrared Remote Control
  • Standard control method
  • IR control of matrix switch:
    • The matrix switch can be controlled locally with the included IR remote using the built-in IR receiver on the switch.
    • Extend IR control up to 3.9 feet (1.2 meters) with IR extension cable (included).
      • One female 3.5mm port for IR extension.

Application Drawings

  • Low-Cost 4K HDMI Video Matrix Switch: 8x8
    Low-Cost 4K HDMI Video Matrix Switch: 8x8

Application Notes

  • Route Ultra-HD 4Kx2K HDMI Signals from Many Video Sources to Multiple Remote Displays Located 300 Feet Away Using Catx Cable
    Low-Cost 4K HDMI Video Matrix Switch: 8x8
    Interconnect XTENDEX® ST-C64K-300 4K HDMI Extender with the VEEMUX® SM-nXm-4K18GB-LC 4K HDMI Video Matrix Switch to extend the switch's video outputs up to 300 feet away over CATx cable.
    Each 4Kx2K video source connected to the switch must be set to output resolution 3840x2160 @ 30Hz within the switch's software control application.
  • Route Video from Many Video Sources to Multiple Displays and a Video Wall
    4x4 Video Matrix Configuration

    Connect the input connector from a SPLITMUX-4X4-HDVWC Video Wall Processor to an output connector on the
    SM-8X8-4K18GB-LC Matrix Switch to route HDMI video signals from many video sources to multiple displays and a 2x2 video wall.

Low-Cost 4K 18Gbps HDMI Video Matrix Switch: 4x4, 8x8

NTI Part # HDMI Inputs HDMI Outputs Price Quote Buy
SM-4X4-4K18GBA-LCV2 4 4 $585.00
SM-8X8-4K18GB-LC 8 8 $1,915.00

HDMI Male-Male Cables

NTI Part # Length Price Quote Buy
HD-3-MM 3 feet $4.50
HD-6-MM 6 feet $6.00
HD-10-MM 10 feet $7.10
HD-15-MM 15 feet $10.50
HD-25-MM 25 feet $16.50
HD-30-MM 30 feet $31.50
HD-50-MM 50 feet $51.00

4K HDMI Active Cable, Male to Male, Built-In Signal Booster

NTI Part # Length Price Quote Buy
HD-ACT-20-MM 20 feet $47.00
HD-ACT-25-MM 25 feet $57.00
HD-ACT-30-MM 30 feet $67.00
HD-ACT-40-MM 40 feet $78.00
HD-ACT-50-MM 50 feet $103.00
HD-ACT-60-MM 60 feet $110.50
HD-ACT-75-MM 75 feet $134.00
HD-ACT-100-MM 100 feet $159.00

DVI-D Male to HDMI-A Male Single Link Cable

NTI Part # Length Price Quote Buy
DVI-HD-1M-MM 1 meter $4.30
DVI-HD-2M-MM 2 meter $8.00
DVI-HD-3M-MM 3 meter $10.00
DVI-HD-5M-MM 5 meters $11.00

DisplayPort to HDMI Interface Cables, Male to Male, 4K

NTI Part # Length Price Quote Buy
DP-HD-3-MM 3 feet $14.25
DP-HD-6-MM 6 feet $15.45
DP-HD-10-MM 10 feet $18.00

USB 3.0 Type C Male to 4K HDMI Type A Male Adapter Cables

NTI Part # Length Price Quote Buy
USB3C-HD4K-3-MM 3 ft $19.95
USB3C-HD4K-6-MM 6 ft $21.40
USB3C-HD4K-10-MM 10 ft $29.95