SWITCHER

Crestron DM-MD8X8

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Introduction

8x8 DigitalMedia Switcher. A fully modular and expandable 8x8 DigitalMedia matrix switcher offering ultra-fast digital video and audio switching, and lossless HD multiroom signal distribution, for all types of AV sources. Provides complete management for SD, HD, UHD, 2K, 4K, and computer signals with advanced HDCP support, EDID resolution management, CEC signal management, USB signal routing, integrated Ethernet switch, simultaneous 7.1 and stereo audio, H.264 streaming, and a full range of selectable input and output types.

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Introduction
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Features

Delivers a unified HD signal distribution solution incorporating both point-to-point wired and IP streaming technologies
Provides lossless HD AV signal routing over twisted pair copper wire or fiber
Integrates video, audio, networking, and control over one wire or fiber strand
Enables high-performance H.264 streaming from any input source up to 1080p or WUXGA
Affords full matrix switching with ultra high 12.5 Gbps backplane data rate
Handles HDMI® with Deep Color, 3D, 4K, and high-bitrate 7.1 encoded audio
HDBaseT® Certified — Enables direct connection to other HDBaseT certified equipment
HDCP 2.2 compliant via compatible 4K input and output cards
Distributes Full HD 1080p, Ultra HD, and 4K signals over CAT type twisted pair cable at distances up to 330 ft (100 m) via DM 8G+® and HDBaseT
Distributes 1080p and WUXGA signals over multimode fiber at distances up to 1000 ft (300 m) via DM 8G® Fiber
Distributes 1080p and WUXGA signals over single-mode fiber at distances up to 7.5 miles (12 km) via DM 8G SM Fiber
Allows streaming of 1080p signals over an IP network with no distance limitations
Also supports all first-generation DM® CAT and DM Fiber products
Configurable with up to eight DM, HDBaseT, and/or HDMI outputs
Configurable with up to four streaming outputs
Easy output expansion using multiple DM switchers
Modular inputs support a complete range of digital, analog, and streaming signal types
QuickSwitch HD™ technology manages HDCP keys for fast, reliable switching
Auto-Locking® technology achieves rapid switching between disparate sources
Detects and displays detailed video and audio input information
Performs automatic AV signal format management via EDID
Allows independent scaling for every display through select output cards and DM receivers
Enables device control via CEC
Distributes and routes USB HID mouse and keyboard signals
Expanded USB routing capabilities available using USB over Ethernet Extenders
Allows full audio and USB breakaway switching
Supports analog audio embedding and de-embedding
Integrates with analog audio distribution systems
Enables simultaneous output of stereo and surround sound audio
Includes integrated Ethernet switch with Gigabit LAN port
Private Network Mode — requires just one IP address for the complete DM system
Provides easy setup and diagnostics tools via front panel or software
Half-million hour rated internal universal power supply
4-space 19-inch rack-mountable

Introduction

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Introduction
Features
Specifications

SPECIFICATIONS

Video Switcher	8x8 digital matrix, modular input/output cards, Crestron QuickSwitch HD
Video Input Signal Types	Configurable via modular plug-in cards supporting HDMI® (DVI & Dual-Mode DisplayPort compatible), DVI, 3G-SDI, RGB/VGA, component, S-Video, composite (NTSC & PAL), DM 8G+® & HDBaseT®, DM 8G Fiber, DM 8G SM Fiber, DM® CAT (legacy), DM Fiber (legacy), & H.264 streaming
Video Output Signal Types	Configurable via modular plug-in cards supporting HDMI (DVI compatible), DM 8G+ & HDBaseT, DM 8G Fiber, DM 8G SM Fiber, DM CAT (legacy), DM Fiber (legacy), & H.264 streaming (All input cards also include HDMI pass-through outputs)
Video Backplane Data Rate	12.5 Gbps
Audio Switcher	8x8 digital multichannel audio-follow-video matrix switching, plus independent 8x8 stereo matrix for audio breakaway
Audio Input Signal Types	Configurable via modular plug-in cards supporting HDMI (Dual-Mode DisplayPort compatible), 3G-SDI, analog (stereo 2-channel), SPDIF, DM 8G+ & HDBaseT, DM 8G Fiber, DM 8G SM Fiber, DM CAT (legacy), DM Fiber (legacy), & H.264 streaming
Audio Output Signal Types	Configurable via modular plug-in cards supporting HDMI, analog (stereo 2-channel), DM 8G+ & HDBaseT, DM 8G Fiber, DM 8G SM Fiber, DM CAT (legacy), DM Fiber (legacy), & H.264 streaming (All input cards also include HDMI pass-through outputs, and most digital audio input cards also include analog stereo pass-through audio outputs)
Ethernet	10/100/1000 Mbps, auto-switching, auto-negotiating, auto-discovery, full/half duplex, DHCP, Private Network Mode
USB	USB signal routing via select input cards, transmitters, receivers, and extenders; USB computer console port for setup
DigitalMedia	DM 8G+, DM 8G Fiber, DM 8G SM Fiber, DM Fiber, DM CAT, DMNet™, HDCP 2.2, EDID, CEC, PoDM, PoDM+, Ethernet
HDBaseT	HDCP 2.2, EDID, CEC, RS-232, PoH, Ethernet
HDMI	HDCP 2.2, EDID, CEC
Main Power	4-1.6 Amps @ 100-240 Volts AC, 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption	220 Watts typical
Available DMNet Power	55 Watts (2.3 Amps @ 24 Volts DC) from internal power supply
Available PoDM/PoH Power	Refer to the specifications for each DM 8G+ input and output card
Temperature	32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)
Humidity	10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)
Heat Dissipation	750 BTU/hr
Ambient Noise	31.5 to 37 dBA typical; 30 to 30.5 dBA idle
Height	6.97 in (177 mm) without feet
Width	17.28 in (439 mm), 19.06 in (485 mm) with rack ears
Depth	15.71 in (399 mm) without cards
Weight	20.0 lb (9.1 kg) without cards
Mounting	Freestanding or 4 RU 19-inch rack-mountable (adhesive feet and rack ears included)

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