AVPro Edge AC-MXNET-1G-EWP MXNet 1G Wall Plate Encoder Device

Product Overview

The AVPro Edge AC-MXNET-1G-EWP is a dual-gang Decora wall plate encoder for the MXNet 1G AV-over-IP ecosystem, allowing integrators to place a flush-mounted HDMI input anywhere a standard dual-gang electrical box exists and feed that signal into an MXNet distribution network over standard CAT5e or CAT6A cabling. The encoder converts the HDMI source signal into JPEG2000-compressed IP multicast packets at up to 850Mbps peak, enabling 4K60 4:4:4 video to be routed to any number of MXNet decoder endpoints across a Gigabit network switch. At $889, it is the purpose-built on-ramp for BYOD and fixed-source connections in conference rooms, huddle spaces, and classrooms where a rack-mounted encoder would be impractical. The unit also supports USB/KVM routing, RS-232, and IR signal passthrough for complete AV-over-IP control from the wall plate position.

Product Description

The AC-MXNET-1G-EWP integrates the encoding functionality of AVPro Edge's MXNet 1G encoder into a dual-gang Decora wall plate form factor, removing the need for a separate rack-mounted encoder at the source end of each input. An HDMI cable connects the presenter's device or a fixed source to the wall plate, and a single CAT5e or CAT6A cable from the wall plate RJ45 jack connects directly to the MXNet-compatible Gigabit network switch. From there, the encoded signal is multicast across the network to any designated MXNet decoder endpoint — including standard rack-mount decoders and display-mounted decoder units. MXNet Mentor, AVPro Edge's graphical setup and routing software, manages the encoder alongside all other MXNet nodes, providing drag-and-drop routing, resolution scaling, video wall configuration, and EDID management from a single interface. The JPEG2000 codec used by MXNet supports both lossy and lossless compression modes, genlock for video wall synchronization, 10-bit color, and HDR color space information. A built-in OLED "Data Window" display on the encoder shows connection status and signal information without requiring a laptop, while full exterior light control allows all LEDs — including network link lights — to be disabled for discreet installations. RS-232 and IR signals can be routed through the encoder directly to one or multiple decoder endpoints, and a USB-B host port supports USB/KVM device routing to a specified decoder for shared peripheral access.

Key Features

• Dual-gang Decora wall plate form factor — fits any standard USA dual-gang mud ring
• HDMI 2.0 input with 18Gbps support and HDCP 2.3 compliance
• JPEG2000 encoding at flexible data rates: 200Mbps (1080p), 300Mbps (4K30), 850Mbps peak (4K60)
• Multicast distribution to unlimited MXNet decoder endpoints over Gigabit network infrastructure
• Managed via MXNet Mentor software for routing, scaling, EDID, and video wall configuration
• Built-in OLED "Data Window" display for on-device status without a connected computer
• Full exterior light control — all LEDs including network link lights can be disabled for discreet installs
• RS-232 and IR signal routing to single or multiple decoder endpoints
• USB-B host port for USB/KVM device routing to a specified decoder
• SFP fiber port for long-distance network connections
• GENLOCK support for synchronized video wall output across multiple decoders
• Compatible with Netgear switches with dedicated AVPro Edge profile for simplified switch configuration

Typical Applications

• Conference rooms and boardrooms requiring a flush-mounted HDMI connection for laptop or BYOD presenters
• Huddle spaces and small meeting rooms within a larger MXNet AV-over-IP distribution system
• University and K-12 classrooms needing BYOD input encoding at the podium or teaching wall
• Corporate campuses with centralized MXNet infrastructure serving multiple rooms from a shared decoder pool
• Control rooms and NOCs where source inputs need to be cleanly integrated at the wall level
• Hotel meeting spaces with fixed and BYOD source requirements feeding a common display network

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the AC-MXNET-1G-EWP require a special network switch?

It requires a Gigabit managed network switch capable of IGMP snooping for multicast traffic control. AVPro Edge has worked with Netgear to develop a dedicated AVPro Edge switch profile that simplifies configuration. Other managed switches supporting multicast routing are also compatible when configured appropriately.

Can this wall plate encoder send to multiple displays at the same time?

Yes. Because MXNet uses IP multicast, a single AC-MXNET-1G-EWP encoder can simultaneously feed any number of MXNet decoder endpoints on the same network without duplicating bandwidth for each display.

Is the OLED display useful after installation?

Yes — the built-in OLED Data Window shows the device's IP address, signal status, and connection health without requiring a laptop or software access. However, if the installation requires the encoder to be invisible, all exterior lights including the OLED can be fully disabled.

What software is used to manage routing?

MXNet Mentor is AVPro Edge's dedicated management tool for the MXNet ecosystem. It provides a graphical network topology view, drag-and-drop source-to-display routing, EDID management, video wall configuration, and resolution scaling — all from a single interface accessible on the local network.