A fully modular and expandable 8 x 8 DigitalMedia matrix switcher offering low-latency digital video and audio switching, and HD lossless multi-room signal distribution, for all types of AV sources. Provides the world's only true high-definition signal management solution with advanced HDCP support, EDID resolution management, CEC signal management, USB HID signal routing, integrated Ethernet switch, simultaneous 7.1 and stereo audio, and a full range of selectable input and output types. These switchers provide the foundation for a complete DigitalMedia system, delivering an advanced, true high-definition multi-room AV signal routing solution that's extremely flexible and installer-friendly. The DM-MD8X8 affords low-latency switching and pure, lossless distribution of HDMI and other signals to support the latest Blu-ray Disc players, HDTV receivers, digital media servers, computers, and all your other AV devices. The DM-MD8X8 is field-configurable to handle up to 8 AV sources of virtually any type. The outputs are also field-configurable to provide up to 8 DM room outputs and/or HDMI outputs in a single chassis, with expansion capability possible for up to 40 outputs using multiple chassis. A full selection of DM switcher input cards, DM transmitters, and DM receivers provides extensive connectivity throughout a residence or commercial facility, supporting a complete range of analog and digital signal types - all through one switcher! User-friendly setup and troubleshooting tools are provided through the DM-MD8X8 front panel, or via Crestron Toolbox software, to make setting up a complete multi-room HD system easy.
- Distributes uncompressed digital video and audio over twisted-pair wire or fiber
- Supports HDMI 1.3a with Deep Color and 7.1 channel HD lossless audio
- Supports video resolutions up to WUXGA 1920x1200 and HD 1080p60
- Allows cable length to 450ft using DigitalMedia Cable, 1000ft (300m) using CresFiber
- Supports up to 16 DM room controllers with easy expansion for more outputs
- Configurable inputs support a complete range of digital and analog signal types
- Detects and displays detailed video and audio input information
- QuickSwitch HD technology achieves low-latency HDMI switching
- Manages HDCP digital rights management for every device
- Performs automatic AV signal format management via EDID
- Enables device control via CEC
- Distributes USB HID mouse, keyboard, and game controller signals
- Allows full audio and USB breakaway switching
- Integrates with analog audio distribution systems
- Enables simultaneous output of stereo and surround sound audio
- Includes integrated Ethernet switch with Gigabit LAN port
- Includes built-in power distribution for DM transmitters, repeaters, and room controllers
- Provides easy setup and diagnostics tools via front panel or software
- 4-space 19-inch rack-mountable
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Video :
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Switcher :
8x8 digital matrix, modular input cards and factory-configurable outputs, resolution management, Crestron QuickSwitch HD
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Input Signal Types :
Configurable via modular plug-in cards supporting HDMI, DVI, RGB, component (YPbPr), S-Video (Y/C), composite video, DM CAT, and DM fiber
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Output Signal Types :
Configurable via modular plug-in cards supporting DM CAT, DM fiber, and HDMI (All input cards also include HDMI pass-thru outputs)
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Formats :
HDMI v.1.3a w/Deep Color, DVI v.1.0, HDCP v.1.2 content protection support, RGBHV up to UXGA/WUXGA, HDTV up to 1080p60, NTSC or PAL
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Input Resolutions, HDMI & DVI, Progressive :
640x480@60Hz, 720x480@60Hz (480p), 720x576@50Hz (576p), 800x600@60Hz, 848x480@60Hz, 852x480@60Hz, 854x480@60Hz, 1024x768@60Hz, 1024x852@60Hz, 1024x1024@60Hz, 1280x720@50Hz (720p50), 1280x720@60Hz (720p60), 1280x768@60Hz, 1280x800@60Hz, 1280x960@60Hz, 1280x1024@60Hz, 1360x768@60Hz, 1365x1024@60Hz, 1366x768@60Hz, 1400x1050@60Hz, 1440x900@60Hz, 1600x900@60Hz, 1600x1200@60Hz, 1680x1050@60Hz, 1920x1080@24Hz (1080p24), 1920x1080@25Hz (1080p25), 1920x1080@50Hz (1080p50), 1920x1080@60Hz (1080p60), 1920x1200@60Hz, 2048x1080@24Hz, 2048x1152@60Hz, plus any other resolution allowed by HDMI v.1.3a
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Input Resolutions, HDMI & DVI, Interlaced :
720x480@30Hz (480i), 720x576@25Hz (576i), 1920x1080@25Hz (1080i25), 1920x1080@30Hz (1080i30), plus any other resolution allowed by HDMI v.1.3a
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Input Resolutions, RGB :
640x480@60Hz, 720x480@60Hz (480p), 720x576@50Hz (576p), 800x600@60Hz, 848x480@60Hz, 852x480@60Hz, 854x480@60Hz, 1024x768@60Hz, 1024x852@60Hz, 1024x1024@60Hz, 1280x720@50Hz (720p50), 1280x720@60Hz (720p60), 1280x768@60Hz, 1280x800@60Hz, 1280x960@60Hz, 1280x1024@60Hz, 1360x768@60Hz, 1365x1024@60Hz, 1366x768@60Hz, 1400x1050@60Hz, 1440x900@60Hz, 1600x900@60Hz, 1600x1200@60Hz, 1680x1050@60Hz, 1920x1080@24Hz (1080p24), 1920x1080@25Hz (1080p25), 1920x1080@50Hz (1080p50), 1920x1080@60Hz (1080p60), 1920x1200@60Hz, 2048x1080@24Hz, 2048x1152@60Hz
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Input Resolutions, Component :
480i, 576i, 480p, 576p, 720p50, 720p60, 1080i25 (1125 lines), 1080i30, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p30, 1080p50 (1125 lines), 1080p60
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Input Resolutions, Composite and S-Video :
480i, 576i
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Output Resolutions :
Matched to inputs
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Audio :
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Switcher :
8x8 digital multi-channel audio-follow-video matrix switching, plus independent 8x8 stereo matrix for audio breakaway
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Input Signal Types :
Configurable via modular plug-in cards supporting HDMI, analog (stereo 2-channel), SPDIF, DM CAT, and DM fiber
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Output Signal Types :
Configurable via modular plug-in cards supporting DM CAT, DM fiber, HDMI, and analog (stereo 2-channel); (All input cards also include HDMI pass-thru outputs, and some input cards also include analog stereo pass-thru audio outputs)
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Formats, HDMI only :
Dolby® TrueHD 7.1, Dolby Digital Plus 7.1, DTS-HD Master Audio™ 7.1, DTS-HD High Res 7.1, 6ch PCM, 8ch PCM
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Formats, HDMI and SPDIF :
Dolby Digital AC3 5.1, Dolby Digital EX 5.1, DTS 5.1, DTS-ES Matrix 5.1, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS 96/24 5.1, 2ch PCM
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Formats, Analog :
Stereo 2-Channel
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Ethernet :
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General :
10/100/1000BaseT, auto-switching, auto-negotiating, auto-discovery, full/half duplex, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, CIP, DHCP, IEEE 803.U compliant;
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Switch :
(1) 10/100/1000BaseT Gigabit Ethernet port (rear panel); (17) 10BaseT/100BaseTX Ethernet ports (actual hardware ports are exposed on select outboard devices)
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USB :
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Switcher :
8x8 matrix
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Protocols :
Supports USB HID class devices
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Card Slots :
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1 – 8 :
(8) DM switcher input card slots
Each slot accepts (1) DMC-series input card
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DM OUTPUTS (SLOT 1 – 2) :
(2) DM switcher output card slots
Each slot accepts (1) DMC-series output card
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overall length :
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LAN :
(1) 8-wire RJ45 female w/2 LED indicators
10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet port
Green LED indicates link status
Yellow LED indicates Ethernet activity
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24ABG / EIG 1 – 4 (SLOT 1 – 2) :
(8) sets of (1) 4-pin and (1) 3-pin 3.5mm detachable terminal blocks
Comprises (8) DMNet ports with “EIG” power selection ports, each set associated with a corresponding DM output port on the output card in either output slot;
Each DMNet port provides power and communications for a DM device connected via DM cable;
Each EIG port connects to an external power supply†, or to the internal power source via a jumper, to power the DM device connected to the corresponding DMNet port;
Maximum Load: 75 Watts (3.13 Amps @ 24 Volts DC) per port when connected to external power supply†, otherwise limited to available DMNet power (see “Power Requirements” below)
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100-250V~7.0A 50/60Hz :
(1) IEC Socket, main power input
Mates with removable power cord, included
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G :
(1) 6-32 screw, chassis ground lug
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COMPUTER (front) :
(1) USB Type B female
USB 1.1 computer console port (6 ft cable included)
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LCD Display :
Green LCD dot matrix, 128 x 64 resolution, adjustable LED backlight;
Displays inputs/outputs by name, video & audio signal information, Ethernet configuration and setup menus
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Controls and Indicators :
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Softkeys :
(4) pushbuttons for activation of LCD driven functions
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HW-R :
(1) recessed miniature pushbutton for hardware reset, reboots the switcher
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ROUTE :
(1) pushbutton and red LED, selects ROUTE mode to allow routing changes
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VIEW :
(1) pushbutton and red LED, selects VIEW mode for viewing current routes
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INFO :
(1) pushbutton and red LED, selects INFO mode for viewing AV and device info
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Menu :
(1) pushbutton, steps menu back one level
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ENTER :
(1) pushbutton, executes highlighted menu or value
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Audio :
(1) pushbutton & red LED, selects audio routing view
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Video :
(1) pushbutton & red LED, selects video routing view
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USB :
(1) pushbutton & red LED, selects USB routing view
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Quick-Adjust Knob :
(1) continuous turn rotary encoder, adjusts menu parameters
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IN 1 – 8 :
(8) pushbuttons and red LEDs, select input for routing
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OUT 1 – 8 :
(8) pushbuttons and red LEDs, select output for routing
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Power Requirements :
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Main Power :
4 Amps @ 100-240 Volts AC, 50/60 Hz
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Available DMNet Power :
55 Watts (2.3 Amps @ 24 Volts DC) from internal power supply
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Environmental :
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Humidity :
10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)
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Heat Dissipation :
550 BTU/Hr
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Chassis :
Steel, black matte powder coat finish, vented sides, fan-cooled
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Faceplate :
Extruded aluminum, black matte powder coat finish with polycarbonate label overlay
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Type :
Freestanding or 7U 19-inch rack-mountable (adhesive feet and rack ears included)
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Height :
6.97 in (17.68 cm) without feet
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Width :
17.28 in (43.90 cm), 19.0 in (48.26 cm) with ears
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Depth :
18.13 in (46.05 cm) without cards
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Operating Temperature (Maximum) :
104 F
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Operating Temperature (Maximum) :
40 C
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Operating Temperature (Minimum) :
32 F
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Operating Temperature (Minimum) :
0 C
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Rack Units (Height) :
4
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Depth :
18.13 in
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Depth :
460.50 mm
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Height :
6.97 in
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Height :
177.04 mm
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Width :
17.28 in
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Width :
438.91 mm
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Product Weight :
20 lbs
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Product Weight :
9.07 kg
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Number of Inputs :
8
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Number of Outputs :
8
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