Extron DA6 HD 8K L Six Output 8K HDMI DA

The Extron DA HD 8K L Series are two-, four-, or six-output, HDCP 2.3-compliant distribution amplifiers for HDMI at resolutions up to 8K/60, including 5K for Microsoft^® Teams^® rooms. Each supports data rates up to 40.1 Gbps, HDR, Deep Color up to 12‑bit, 3D, HD lossless audio formats, and CEC capability. The integration-friendly features include automatic input cable equalization, Ethernet monitoring and control, and selectable output muting. They also provide EDID Minder^® Plus for support of additional memory blocks needed for advanced display features and Key Minder^®, which ensures simultaneous distribution of HDCP-encrypted content. The DA HD 8K L distribution amplifiers are ideal for environments that require reliable distribution of a high data rate HDMI source signal to multiple displays, from presentation spaces to esports venues.

To enhance and simplify integration, the DA HD 8K L Series offers many integrator-friendly features. Input cable equalization restores and reshapes incoming HDMI signals, reducing the need for additional signal conditioning equipment by compensating for weak source signals or signal loss from a long input cable. Color bit depth is automatically adjusted based on the display EDID, which prevents color compatibility conflicts between the source and the display. EDID Minder Plus enables setting the video input EDID, capturing EDID from connected displays, and uploading custom EDID files. To reliably display and distribute 5K and 21:9 aspect ratio content, it also supports additional memory blocks for displays that convey advanced features via both EDID and DisplayID. This Extron technology facilitates proper management of the extended EDID information.

The distribution amplifier models provide immediate visual confirmation of HDCP authentication and signal presence for each port via front panel LED indicators. If HDCP‑encrypted content is transmitted to a non‑HDCP compliant display, a full‑screen green signal provides immediate visual notification that protected content cannot be viewed on that display. HDCP authorization is user-selectable, allowing the unit to appear HDCP compliant or non‑HDCP compliant to the connected source. This is beneficial if the source automatically encrypts all content when connected to an HDCP-compliant device. The DA HD 8K L Series distribution amplifiers also provide +5 VDC, 250 mA on each output. This enables the powering of peripheral devices such as the Extron HD Pro Plenum Series active, hybrid optical-copper cables for high-speed transmission of HDMI digital video and audio signals over longer cable runs.

Each DA HD 8K L Series model is housed in a compact, low-profile enclosure, enabling the amplifier to be installed discreetly wherever needed. The DA2 HD 8K L two-output model features a 1” (2.5 cm) high, quarter rack width metal enclosure. In comparison, the DA4 HD 8K L four-output and DA6 HD 8K L six‑output models feature a 1” (2.5 cm) high, half rack width metal enclosures. All models can be mounted in a rack or discreetly installed beneath a desk. Each model includes an external, universal power supply for worldwide power compatibility.

Features

• Input: One female HDMI type-A connector
• Output: Two, four, or six female HDMI type-A connectors
• Supports computer and video resolutions up to 8K/60
• Supports ultra-wide aspect ratios, including 21:9 and 5K
• Supported HDMI 2.1 specification features include data rates up to 40.1 Gbps, HDR, Deep Color up to 12‑bit, 3D, HD lossless audio formats, and CEC control
• CEC – Consumer Electronics Control capability — Standard, built in CEC commands can be triggered by a control system to operate displays or other AV devices connected over HDMI. The ability to control specific functions, such as power on/off, input selection, or volume level, is dependent on implementation by the device manufacturer.
• Support for HDR – High Dynamic Range video — Enables greater contrast range and wider color gamut by providing the necessary video bandwidth, color depth, and metadata interchange capability for HDR video.
• HDCP 2.3 compliant — Ensures display of content-protected media and interoperability with other HDCP-compliant devices.
• Automatic input cable equalization — Actively conditions incoming HDMI signals to compensate for signal loss when using long cables, low quality cables, or source devices with poor signal output.
• Comprehensive EDID management — Use PCS software to access EDID Minder for setting video input EDID, capturing EDID from connected displays, or uploading custom EDID files. Proper EDID management ensures that sources and displays are easily integrated into a system resulting in optimized system operation. Freely downloadable EDID Manager 2.1 software is available for advanced EDID editing and creating custom EDID files.
• EDID Minder^® Plus automatically manages EDID communication between connected devices — EDID Minder Plus supports additional memory blocks for displays that convey advanced features via both EDID and DisplayID for proper management of the extended EDID information required to reliably display and distribute 5K and 21:9 aspect ratio content.
• Key Minder^® continuously verifies HDCP compliance — Key Minder authenticates and maintains continuous HDCP‑encryption between all input and output devices to enable simultaneous distribution of a single source signal to multiple displays.
• Selectable output muting — Provides the capability to mute one or more outputs at any time for video, audio, and/or sync. This allows content to be viewed on a local monitor prior to appearing on the main presentation display.
• User-selectable HDCP authorization — Allows the unit to appear HDCP compliant or non‑HDCP compliant to the connected source, which is beneficial if the source automatically encrypts all content when connected to an HDCP‑compliant device. Protected material is not passed in non‑HDCP mode.
• HDCP Visual Confirmation provides a green signal when encrypted content is sent to a non-compliant display — When HDCP‑encrypted content is transmitted to a non‑HDCP compliant display, a full screen green signal is sent to the display for immediate visual confirmation that protected content cannot be viewed on that display.
• Automatic color bit depth management — The distribution amplifier automatically adjusts color bit depth based on the display EDID, preventing color compatibility conflicts between source and displays.
• HDMI to DVI Interface Format Correction — Automatically reformats HDMI source signals for output to a connected DVI display.
• HDCP authentication and signal presence LED indicators — Front panel LED indicators for signal presence and HDCP authentication provide real time feedback and monitoring of key performance parameters.
• Provides +5 VDC, 250 mA power on each output for external peripheral devices
• Ethernet monitoring and control — Can be proactively monitored, managed, or controlled over a LAN or WAN using standard TCP/IP protocols.
• Supports 802.1X Authentication — Provides support for the IEEE 802.1X authentication standard for port-based Network Access Control.
• New RS‑232 control port — Enables the use of serial commands for integration into a control system. Extron products use the SIS™ - Simple Instruction Set command protocol, a set of basic ASCII commands that allow for quick and easy programming. - only on DA4 HD 8K L and DA6 HD 8K L models
• Front panel USB configuration port — Enables easy configuration without having to access the rear panel.
• Easy setup and commissioning with Extron’s PCS – Product Configuration Software — Conveniently configure multiple products using a single software application.
• Rack‑mountable, metal enclosure — The DA2 HD 8K L, two-output model features a 1” (2.5 cm) high, quarter rack width metal enclosure. While the DA4 HD 8K L, four-output and the DA6 HD 8K L, six‑output models feature a 1” (2.5 cm) high, half rack width metal enclosure.
• Includes LockIt^® cable lacing brackets — Securely fastens HDMI or USB C^® cables to a device, eliminating risk of disconnection.
• Includes Extron Everlast Power Supply — Provides worldwide power compatibility with high reliability and low power consumption for reduced operating costs.
• Extron Everlast Power Supply is covered by a 7‑year parts and labor warranty

DA HD 8K L Series
specification
Frame rate1	24, 25, 30, 50, 60, or 120 fps
Chroma sampling1	4:4:4, 4:2:2, or 4:2:0
Color bit depth1	8, 10, or 12 bits per color
Signal Type	HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3
Max. video data rate	40.1 Gbps
NOTE     1Subject to the maximum data rate limit. Use our calculator (http://www.extron.com/8Kdatarate) to determine video parameters supported by this data rate.
Video
Maximum data rate	40.1 Gbps
Maximum pixel clock	1.2 GHz
Resolution range
VESA	640x480 to 7680x4320
SMPTE	Up to 1080p @ 240 Hz or 8K @ 60 Hz (4:2:0 chroma sampling)
Ultra Wide & 5K	2560x1080, 3440x1440, 3840x1080, 3840x1440, 3840x1600, 5120x1080, 5120x1440, 5120x2160, 5120x2560, 5120x2880
Color bit depth	8, 10, or 12 bits — subject to the max data rate
Formats	RGB and YCbCr digital video
Standards	DVI 1.0*, HDMI 2.1, HDCP 1.x, HDCP 2.3
HDR	HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision
NOTE     *Appropriate DVI-D to HDMI cables or adapters are required for DVI signal input/output.
NOTE     Extron strongly recommends compatibility testing while designing, and before installing any 3D or HDR (high dynamic range) system.  There are several unique 3D and HDR formats in use by source devices and display manufacturers.  The level of 3D and HDR product support is governed by pixel clock, signal format, and communication between source and sink devices.  Please contact an Extron Application Engineer for more information.
Video input
Number/signal type	1 single link HDMI (or DVI-D*)
Connectors	1 female 19-pin HDMI type A
Input cable length	Up to 15 feet (4.0 m)
Horizontal frequency	15 kHz to 270 kHz for resolutions up to 40.1 Gbps
Vertical frequency	24 Hz to 240 Hz for resolutions up to 40.1 Gbps
EDID emulation	128 - 512 byte EDID support (1 - 4 blocks)
Video output
DA2 HD 8K L
Number/signal type	2 single link HDMI (or DVI-D*)
Connectors	2 female 19-pin HDMI type A
Power for active cables	1.25 W total power for HDMI port
Peripheral device power	250 mA per HDMI output
DA4 HD 8K L
Number/signal type	4 single link HDMI (or DVI-D*)
Connectors	4 female 19-pin HDMI type A
Power for active cables	1.25 W total power for HDMI port
Peripheral device power	250 mA per HDMI output
DA6 HD 8K L
Number/signal type	6 single link HDMI (or DVI-D*)
Connectors	6 female 19-pin HDMI type A
Power for active cables	1.25 W total power for HDMI port
Peripheral device power	250 mA per HDMI output
Audio input
Number/signal type	1 digital embedded audio on HDMI
Connector	1 female 19-pin HDMI type A
HDMI pass-through	LPCM up to 7.1/24-bit/192 kHz, Dolby® Digital EX, Dolby Digital Plus™, Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround, Dolby Digital 2.0, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos™, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-X, DTS-HD, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS-Digital Surround 5.1, DTS 2-Channel
Audio output
DA2 HD 8K L
Number/signal type	2 digital embedded audio on HDMI
Connectors	2 female 19-pin HDMI type A
DA4 HD 8K L
Number/signal type	4 digital embedded audio on HDMI
Connectors	4 female 19-pin HDMI type A
DA6 HD 8K L
Number/signal type	6 digital embedded audio on HDMI
Connectors	6 female 19-pin HDMI type A
Communications — unit
USB control port	1 female USB-C on front panel
USB standards	USB 2.0 high speed
Serial control port	1 RS-232, rear panel 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 3-pole (DA4 and DA6 only)
Baud rate	9600
Protocols	Data bits: 7 or 8 (default) Stop bits: 1 (default) or 2 Parity: odd, even, or no (default)
Serial control pin configuration	1 = Tx, 2 = Rx, 3 = Gnd
LAN Ethernet port	1 RJ-45 connector
Ethernet data rate	10/100Base-T, half/full duplex with autodetect
Ethernet protocol	ARP, DHCP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS, ICMP (ping), IEEE 802.1X, NTP, SFTP, SMTP, SNMP, SSH, TCP/IP, Telnet, UDP/IP
Program control	Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS™), Extron PCS
General
Power supply	External Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz Output: DA2 - 12 VDC, 1.5 A, 18 watts              DA4 and DA6 - 12 VDC, 2.0 A, 18 watts
Power consumption
DA2 HD 8K L
Device	7.4 watts
Device and power supply	9.2 watts
DA4 HD 8K L
Device	16.3 watts
Device and power supply	19.6 watts
DA6 HD 8K L
Device	21.5 watts
Device and power supply	24.4 watts
Ambient temperature/humidity	Storage: -40 to +158°F (-40 to +70°C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing Operating: +32 to +104°F (0 to +40°C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing
Cooling	Convection, no vents
Thermal dissipation
DA2 HD 8K L	29.6 BTU/Hr
DA4 HD 8K L	38.5 BTU/Hr
DA6 HD 8K L	47.8 BTU/Hr
Mounting
Rack mount	Yes, with optional rack shelf kit
Enclosure type	Metal
Enclosure dimensions
DA2 HD 8K L	1.00" H x 4.30" W x 6.00" D ( 1 inch high, quarter rack wide) (25 mm H x 109 mm W x 152 mm D)
DA4 HD 8K L	1.00" H x 8.75" W x 6.00" D ( 1 inch high, quarter rack wide) (25 mm H x 222 mm W x 152 mm D)
DA6 HD 8K L	1.00" H x 8.75" W x 6.00" D ( 1 inch high, quarter rack wide) (25 mm H x 222 mm W x 152 mm D)
Product weight
DA2 HD 8K L	0.53 lbs (0.24 kg)
DA4 HD 8K L	2.95 lbs (1.34 kg)
DA6 HD 8K L	3.05 lbs (1.38 kg)
Regulatory compliance	CE, c-UL, UL, C-Tick, FCC Class A, ICES, VCCI
Product warranty	3 years parts and labor
Everlast power supply warranty	7 years parts and labor
NOTE     All nominal levels are at ±10%.
NOTE     Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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