Crestron HD-MD8X1-4K 4K Scaling Automatic HDMI Switcher
The HD-MD8X1-4K from Crestron® provides an ultra high-definition presentation switcher with advanced features optimally suited for installation in a huddle room, conference room, or classroom. It integrates a multi-format auto-switcher, 4K video scaler, audio DSP, and control interface, all into one compact device that mounts conveniently under a table or in an equipment rack. Built-in Crestron Connect It™ functionality affords a complete collaboration solution that’s easy and affordable to deploy in any meeting space.
The HD-MD8X1-4K works out-of-the-box to provide automatic switching between four HDMI® or VGA sources, plus on/off control of the display device. Outputs include HDMI and balanced stereo audio. Built-in 4K scaling ensures the highest possible image quality and compatibility with the widest range of sources and displays. Easy web browser setup allows for configuration of the audio DSP and other settings. Centralized monitoring is supported using Crestron Fusion® Cloud, and fully-programmable control can be enabled through integration with a 3-Series Control System®.
Key Features
- Ultra high-definition, multi-format presentation switcher, scaler, audio DSP, and control interface
- Out of the box Crestron Connect It™ collaboration system functionality
- Supports up to four TT-100 series Crestron Connect It Cable Caddies
- Includes four auto-switching HDMI®, VGA, and stereo analog audio inputs
- Also supports Dual-Mode DisplayPort, DVI, and analog video sources
- Input auto-detection configures each input automatically
- QuickSwitch HD™ technology manages HDCP keys for fast, reliable switching
- Performs automatic AV signal format management via EDID
- Provides adjustable input level compensation on each audio input
- Provides a single HDMI output
- Features a built-in, high-performance 4K scaler
- Upscales input signals to match the native resolution of any screen — including 4K and Ultra HD displays!
- Downscales 4K, UHD, and ultra high-resolution computer signals to fit 1080p and other lower-resolution displays
- Handles any input resolution from standard NTSC 480i or PAL 576i, to UHD and 4K
- Provides intelligent frame rate conversion, content-adaptive noise reduction, and motion-adaptive de-interlacing
- Provides 3D to 2D signal conversion, and passes 3D video (without scaling) to 3D displays
- Provides a balanced stereo audio output with graphic EQ, limiting, and delay
- Enables analog-to-HDMI audio embedding and de-embedding
- Handles Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby Atmos®, DTS-HD®, and uncompressed 7.1 linear PCM audio
- Includes onboard IR and RS-232 control ports
- Supports universal remotes via built-in RC-5 compatible IR receiver
- Provides a 10/100 Ethernet LAN connection
- Includes front panel controls for switching and volume adjustment
- Includes customizable front panel label strips
- Allows complete AV setup and adjustment via a web browser
- Fully-controllable over Ethernet from a Crestron® 3-Series Control System®
- Communicates natively with Crestron Fusion® Cloud
- Features an internal universal power supply for worldwide compatibility
- Mounts under the table or in a single 19” rack space
