KD-Pro8x8D

8x8 4K HDBaseT/HDMI Matrix Switcher with Output Audio/ARC De-embedding and DSP on Analog L/R Balanced/Unbalanced, Digital Coaxial Audio (Includes 6RX (70M) & 2RX (100M) KIT Extenders). DISCONTINUED PRODUCT


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Features

  • Ultra HD/4K: Supports signals up to 4096x2160 60Hz [4:2:0] 8bit or 4096x2160 30Hz [4:4:4] 8bit (10.2Gbps max bandwidth)
  • Bandwidth: 10.2Gbps supports UHD/4K resolutions with HDR via EDID handshaking
  • HDR (High Dynamic Range): HDR is achieved with AppleTV source at 4K/30 [4:2:2] 12bit deep color, enabling more life-like images through a greater range of lumincance levels
  • HDCP 2.2 and HDMI Licensing: Fully licensed and compatible with HDCP 2.2 and HDMI latest technologies
  • Simultaneously Active: 8 HDBaseT (CAT5e/6 RJ45) and 8 HDMI outputs with fully automatic CAT5e/6 cable equalization. Supports up to 16 displays (8 mirrored)
  • HDBaseT Rx Included: 8 total Rx extenders integrate with built-in HDBaseT Tx output ports
  • » Six (6) Standard Range KD-X88SHRx
  • » Two (2) Long Range KD-X88LGRx
  • Signal Extension:  
  • KD-X88SHRx: Up to 200 feet @ 1080p/60, 1080p/24, 1080i, 720p » Up to 125 feet @ 4K/Ultra HD
  • KD-X88LGRx: Up to 328 feet @ 1080p/60 (Standard Range Mode) » Up to 328 feet @ 4K/Ultra HD 
  • Audio Return Channel: Audio may be returned from display to respective audio output 
  • Audio De-Embedding: Audio from the selected HDMI input may be de-embedded through the Coax digital (PCM) and analog L/R balanced/unbalanced output
  • Audio Pre-Amp: Variable level settings for volume, muting, 3-band EQ, balance, and lip-sync delay per output
  • Long Range Mode: Outputs 1 and 5 extend 1080p signals up to 500 ft. (152m) using CAT5e/6
  • Full Buffer™ Technology: Full buffering of HDCP and EDID, for the fastest possible switching and viewing of any source/input to any display/output, regardless of multiple output viewing relation
  • EDID Control: Internal library with 15 default EDID configurations for each input, in addition to native EDID data for any Output/Display
  • TMDS Re-clocking: Support for long HDBaseT and HDMI runs and many layers of connectivity
  • Voltage Control: Two dedicated 3-pin relays and any control I/O ports may be used as a voltage trigger 
  • Surround Audio Formats: Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby® Digital Plus, Dolby® Atmos and DTS-HD Master Audio™
  • Deep Color Support: Up to 12 bits/color
  • Control Routing: Enables bi-directional IR/RS-232 control signal extension adding 36 ports to control system
  • Control Integration: TCP/IP, RS-232, and USB with full bi-directional operation, front panel push buttons and LEDs, front/rear optical IR, serial IR
  • Control System Support: Key Digital® App ready, Compass Control® Pro ready, KD-Wizard® ready. Fully controllable by all IR, RS-232, and TCP/IP supported control systems via open API: AMX®, Crestron®, Control4®, KNX®, RTI®, Savant, URC®, Leviton® etc. 
  • Key Digital® App Ready: Scan & detect population for pre-built GUI and TCP/IP control via Key Digital® App

KD-X88LGRx and KD-X88SHRx POH/HDMI Receive Extenders

  • Extends HDMI video + audio, and control (IR and RS-232) via a single CAT5e/6 UTP or STP cable
  • Powered at the matrix.  No local power connections needed.

KD-X88SHRx:

  • Up to 125 feet @ 4K/Ultra HD
  • Up to 200 feet @ 1080p/60, 1080p/24, 1080i, 720p

KD-X88LGRx:

  • Up to 328 feet @ 4K/Ultra HD
  • Up to 328 feet @ 1080p/60 (Standard Range Mode)
  • Up to 500 feet @ 1080p/60 (Long Range Mode)
  • Long Range Mode:
    • If set to for Outputs 1 or 5, 1080p/60 signals are extended up to 500 ft. (152m). UHD/4K is not supported if Long Range Mode is enabled
    • Must be set in unit via IR or control software
    • Must be set on desired KD-X88LGRx unit via Control Rotary

Audio Return Channel (ARC)

ARC Support via HDBaseT (Outputs 1 and 5 only)

  • Supported by KD-X88LGRx only (not KD-X88SHRx)
  • KD-X88LGRx supports ARC on two connectors:  
    • HDMI connection from an ARC supported display
    • Toslink optical external audio output of the display

ARC Support via HDMI (All Outputs)

  • Ensure that display and HDMI cable support ARC

Example of ARC usage and supported connectivity:

Additional Features


downloads

Key Digital Management Software™ Pro
Device Manager
Operation Manual
Catalog Page
Hi-res Photo
KD-Pro8x8D Device Manager
Operation Manual

Diagrams

Application Example

videos

control drivers

Pronto Hex Sheet
URC 4x4/8x8 Matrix
Elan 20x22 Matrix ESR
C4 Driver
Savant Matrix
Savant Rx Units

case studies

Outpatient Surgical Center Operates More Efficiently with the Help of Key Digital Matrix Switcher and HDMI Extenders

specifications

Technical:

  • Input (Each): 1 HDMI Connector, Type A, 19 Pin Female
  • Output (Each): 1 HDMI Connector, Type A, 19 Pin Female; 1 HDBaseT, CAT5e/6 on RJ45 connector; 6-Pin Terminal Block for Analog L/R Output; RCA Jack for Digital Audio Output [follows SPDIF format (IEC 60958 )]
  • Control I/O (Each): 6-Pin Terminal Block configured as IR or RS-232 with variable voltage levels from +0.1V to +12V or as or Voltage Trigger fixed to +5V
  • Relay (Each): Configurable to NO (active), or NC (inactive) with 12A / 250VAC resistive switching capacity
  • TCP/IP (1): Supports 10/100BaseT up to 100Mbps
  • Video Bandwidth: TMDS bandwidth 10.2 Gbps
  • Link: Single Link
  • 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
  • Wired IR: modulated IR signal input, 0-5V TTL or -10to +10V.
  • Power: Matrix: +12V/6.6A (80W) » HDBaseT: +12V/6.6A (80W)

General:

  • Regulation: CE, RoHS, WEEE
  • Enclosure: Black metal
  • Rack Mount: 2U, full rack-width (rack ears included)
  • Accessories: Rack Ears
  • Product: 17.3” x 6.6” x 3.46” ; Weight: 6.5 lbs
  • Packaging: 18.8” x 10.7” x 9.5”; Weight: 16 lbs

accessories

  • Power Supply (qty 2) 12V/6.6A, 80W, desktop type, model KD-PS12V6A-PRO
  • 6 standard range receiver extenders, model KD-X88SHRx
  • 2 long range receiver extenders, model KD-X88LGRx
  • IR Remote control, model KD-REMOTEHM88 
  • 6 ft. USB A to Micro USB data cable
  • 8 IR emitters
  • Rack mount ears

specifications

Technical:

  • Input (Each): 1 HDMI Connector, Type A, 19 Pin Female
  • Output (Each): 1 HDMI Connector, Type A, 19 Pin Female; 1 HDBaseT, CAT5e/6 on RJ45 connector; 6-Pin Terminal Block for Analog L/R Output; RCA Jack for Digital Audio Output [follows SPDIF format (IEC 60958 )]
  • Control I/O (Each): 6-Pin Terminal Block configured as IR or RS-232 with variable voltage levels from +0.1V to +12V or as or Voltage Trigger fixed to +5V
  • Relay (Each): Configurable to NO (active), or NC (inactive) with 12A / 250VAC resistive switching capacity
  • TCP/IP (1): Supports 10/100BaseT up to 100Mbps
  • Video Bandwidth: TMDS bandwidth 10.2 Gbps
  • Link: Single Link
  • 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
  • Wired IR: modulated IR signal input, 0-5V TTL or -10to +10V.
  • Power: Matrix: +12V/6.6A (80W) » HDBaseT: +12V/6.6A (80W)

General:

  • Regulation: CE, RoHS, WEEE
  • Enclosure: Black metal
  • Rack Mount: 2U, full rack-width (rack ears included)
  • Accessories: Rack Ears
  • Product: 17.3” x 6.6” x 3.46” ; Weight: 6.5 lbs
  • Packaging: 18.8” x 10.7” x 9.5”; Weight: 16 lbs

accessories

  • Power Supply (qty 2) 12V/6.6A, 80W, desktop type, model KD-PS12V6A-PRO
  • 6 standard range receiver extenders, model KD-X88SHRx
  • 2 long range receiver extenders, model KD-X88LGRx
  • IR Remote control, model KD-REMOTEHM88 
  • 6 ft. USB A to Micro USB data cable
  • 8 IR emitters
  • Rack mount ears