KD-MS8x8G-2

8 Input 8 Output HDMI Matrix Switch with Independent Audio Routing

  • View any of the 8 connected HDMI sources on the 8 displays at any time and in any combination
  • Independent HDMI AV and audio de-embed ports for increased flexibility in a variety of installations
  • Key Digital iOS App ready. Web UI control from any browser. Also controllable via included IR remote, TCP/IP and RS-232 with open API
  • Supports 4K HDMI signals up to 18Gbps with HDR, HDCP 2.2, and surround audio up to Dolby® 7.1, Atmos / DTS-HD
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introduction

The KD-MS8x8G-2 is a HDMI matrix switcher with support of 4K resolution HDCP 2.2, and signal bandwidth up to 18Gbps for routing of up to 8 HDMI sources to 8 HDMI displays at any time and in any combination. 

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 and Dolby Vision®: 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
  • Audio De-Embed: 6 pin balanced / un-balanced and digital optical outputs
  • Independent Audio and Video Matrix: Output HDMI and Audio ports may route together or independently
  • Dolby Digital® & DTS™ Audio: Supports 2-channel and multi-channel surround formats up to DTS-HD Master Audio™, DTS:X®, Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby Atmos®
  • Web UI: Control AV routing and other basic functions from any web browser
  • Key Digital® App & KDMS® Pro Ready: Scan & detect population for pre-built GUI and TCP/IP control via Key Digital® App and Key Digital Management Software™ Pro (KDMS™ Pro) PC setup Software

Additional Features

  • 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: Support for long HDMI connectivity using Key Digital® HDMI cables
  • Control: Front panel buttons/LEDs, Serial IR, Optical IR, RS-232 Control, Web UI, and TCP/IP Control
  • Control System Support: Key Digital® app ready, Compass Control® Pro ready. Fully controllable by all IR, RS-232, and TCP/IP supported control systems via open API.

downloads

Operation Manual
IR Pronto Hex Sheet

Diagrams

Application Example

control drivers

Control4 8x8 Independent AV
URC 4x4/8x8 Matrix
Elan 20x22 Matrix ESR
Savant Driver

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): TOSlink optical 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
  • Analog Audio Max Output Level: 4dBu on 150kΩ, DC coupling
  • Audio Bandwidth: 20Hz to 20kHz @ 0dBu
  • TND + Noise: 0.33% @0dBu @ 1kHz
  • Optical Max Output Level: 1Vpp on 75Ω, DC coupling
  • Wired IR: modulated IR signal input, 0-5V TTL or -10 to +10V
  • Power: 12V/1.66 (20W) AC Power Supply with Grounded, 2.1mm ID DC Power Jack with Screw In Type

General

  • Regulation: CE, RoHS, WEEE, EAC
  • Product Dimensions (LxWxH): 17.25 x 9.95 x 1.73” (438 x 252 x 44mm)
  • Product Weight: 7.49 lbs / 3.4 kg
  • Packaging Dimensions (LxWxH): 20.28 x 14.76 x 7.48” (515 x 375 x 190mm)
  • Packaging Weight: 10.14 lbs / 4.6 kg

accessories

  • Power Supply: KD-PS20W12VC 12V/1.66A (20W) DC Power Jack, Screw In Type
  • Rack Ears
  • Remote Control, model KD-RMSG 
  • 6-Pin Terminal Blocks:Qty 9
  • USB Setup Cable: USB Micro to USB-A

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): TOSlink optical 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
  • Analog Audio Max Output Level: 4dBu on 150kΩ, DC coupling
  • Audio Bandwidth: 20Hz to 20kHz @ 0dBu
  • TND + Noise: 0.33% @0dBu @ 1kHz
  • Optical Max Output Level: 1Vpp on 75Ω, DC coupling
  • Wired IR: modulated IR signal input, 0-5V TTL or -10 to +10V
  • Power: 12V/1.66 (20W) AC Power Supply with Grounded, 2.1mm ID DC Power Jack with Screw In Type

General

  • Regulation: CE, RoHS, WEEE, EAC
  • Product Dimensions (LxWxH): 17.25 x 9.95 x 1.73” (438 x 252 x 44mm)
  • Product Weight: 7.49 lbs / 3.4 kg
  • Packaging Dimensions (LxWxH): 20.28 x 14.76 x 7.48” (515 x 375 x 190mm)
  • Packaging Weight: 10.14 lbs / 4.6 kg

accessories

  • Power Supply: KD-PS20W12VC 12V/1.66A (20W) DC Power Jack, Screw In Type
  • Rack Ears
  • Remote Control, model KD-RMSG 
  • 6-Pin Terminal Blocks:Qty 9
  • USB Setup Cable: USB Micro to USB-A