Introduction; Description - Lightware MX2-8x8-HDMI20-L User Manual

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1. Introduction

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Thank you for choosing Lightware Matrix Routers. The MX2-HDMI20 is the
first Lightware HDMI2.0 standalone matrix switcher family that supports
uncompressed 4K UHD resolution at 60Hz 4:4:4. Thanks to its compact size
and silent design, it is particularly suitable for offices and meeting rooms, for
4K live events, and for future-proof operation centers. In the first chapter we
would like to introduce the device highlighting the most important features in
the below listed sections:

Description

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Box Contents
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Features of the Devices
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Typical Applications
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Model Comparison
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MX2-HDMI20 series – User's Manual
1.1. Description
The MX2-HDMI20 series is the Lightware HDMI 2.0 standalone matrix
switcher family that supports uncompromised 4K UHD resolution at
60Hz 4:4:4 and allows de-embedding audio from and embedding audio
to the HDMI stream. It has an outstanding port density that makes it
particularly suitable for rental and fix install applications, as well as for
future-proof operation centers. It is a perfect choice for installations
where HDMI 2.0 compliant input and output ports are required.
This flagship product has HDMI2.0 inputs and HDMI2.0 outputs
transmitting up to 4K at 60Hz in 4:4:4 format, while supporting 3D,
Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio. Each input port has audio
connectors for embedding analog audio into the HDMI stream.
Likewise, the audio connectors next to the output ports can provide
de-embedded audio * for amplifiers and audio systems.
MX2 matrix switchers are available with 16x16 and 24x24 crosspoint
sizes, with or without analog audio add-ons, and some versions are
also available with redundant power sources, paired with rugged
power connectors and reinforced control ports. All models feature a
front panel, color LCD screen with great visibility, and a jog-dial, multi-
function button, enabling the users to manage every device feature
and service directly.
Further product variants have been developed to better serve various
target application requirements, in 8x8, 8x4 and 4x4 crosspoint
sizes. The new compact variants are excellent choices for not only
Rental & Staging, but also for various corporate and other collaborative
environments.
* Please note that only stereo LPCM can be de-embedded from the
HDMI signal.
About the Serial Number
Lightware devices contain a label indicating the unique serial number
of the product. The structure is the following:
Year of the manufacturing (3-9, A-Y):
7=2017, 8=2018, 9=2019, A=2020, etc...
7A000941
6-digit running sequence number
Month of the manufacturing (1-9, A-C):
1=January, 2=February, ..., C=December
Model Denomination
Digital audio embedding
and de-embedding
HDMI 2.0
Number of the outputs
Number of the inputs compatible
MX2-16x16-DH-8DPi-A-R
DisplayPort 1.2
compatible
New generation
of Lightware
8 pcs Displayport input
matrix switchers
6
function
Redundant
power supply