AVPro Edge 18Gbps HDMI 8x8 Matrix w/ Dual Audio Deembedding/Matrix with built in scalers and audio delay (Full HDR, 4K60 4:4:4); Updated EDID management and Audio Features

Product Overview

The AVPro Edge AC-MX-88 is an 18Gbps HDMI 8x8 matrix switch with built-in output scalers, dual audio de-embedding, a discrete audio matrix, and configurable audio delay — providing a complete HDMI routing and audio management solution in a single rack-mount unit. Supporting 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 with full HDR pass-through and updated EDID management, it is engineered for commercial AV installations where multiple high-resolution sources must be routed to multiple displays with independent audio control at each output. At $6,109, it targets corporate boardrooms, higher education classrooms, broadcast facilities, and any installation requiring both video matrix switching and advanced audio routing without external DSPs or separate audio matrices.

Product Description

The AC-MX-88 routes any of eight HDMI inputs to any combination of eight HDMI outputs simultaneously, with each output independently scalable to match the native resolution of its connected display. The 18Gbps signal path accommodates the full HDMI 2.0 feature set — 4K@60Hz with 4:4:4 chroma subsampling, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision — ensuring that high-end sources pass through without signal degradation.

The dual audio de-embedding capability extracts audio from two independent HDMI inputs simultaneously, routing those extracted audio signals through the internal audio matrix to any combination of analog or digital audio outputs. This eliminates the need for an external audio de-embedder or DSP in most commercial installations. The audio delay control allows lip-sync correction per output zone, addressing the common challenge of synchronizing audio and video in systems where processing introduces variable latency.

Updated EDID management allows integrators to assign specific EDID profiles to each input, preventing source devices from defaulting to a lowest-common-denominator resolution when connected to the matrix. Per-input EDID configuration is stored in the matrix and presented to sources independently of which output they are currently routed to. Control is available via TCP/IP network commands and RS-232, with compatibility for leading control systems including Crestron, AMX, Extron, and Savant.

Key Features

• 8x8 HDMI Matrix Routing — Routes any of eight HDMI 2.0 inputs to any combination of eight outputs simultaneously, supporting full matrix and mirrored configurations.
• 18Gbps Signal Bandwidth — Full HDMI 2.0 bandwidth supports 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision without signal compression or downgrade.
• Built-In Output Scalers — Each output port includes an independent scaler, allowing mixed-resolution display environments without external scaling hardware.
• Dual Audio De-Embedding — Extracts audio from two HDMI inputs simultaneously, routing de-embedded signals through the internal audio matrix.
• Discrete Audio Matrix — Internal audio matrix routes de-embedded and analog audio signals independently from video, enabling zone-specific audio configurations.
• Configurable Audio Delay — Per-output audio delay adjustment corrects lip-sync in systems where video processing introduces latency.
• Updated EDID Management — Per-input EDID assignment ensures source devices output at the correct resolution and audio format regardless of connected displays.
• HDCP 2.2 and 1.4 Support — Full HDCP compliance for protected content distribution across all eight outputs.
• TCP/IP and RS-232 Control — Compatible with Crestron, AMX, Extron, Savant, and other professional control systems via standard interfaces.
• Rack-Mount Form Factor — Fits standard 19-inch racks; sized for AV equipment rooms and head-end closets.

Typical Applications

• Corporate boardrooms and executive briefing centers routing multiple laptop and media sources to multiple displays
• Higher education lecture halls and classrooms with multiple instructor workstations and distributed displays
• Broadcast and production facilities requiring 4K HDR source routing with audio extraction
• House of worship auditoriums with multiple video sources and independent audio zones
• Hotel conference centers with multiple presentation inputs and room-splitting configurations
• Government and courtroom AV systems requiring reliable source routing with audit-grade EDID management
• Multi-room residential and commercial AV systems requiring independent audio and video routing per zone

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does dual audio de-embedding mean in practice?

The matrix can simultaneously extract the audio track from two different HDMI inputs and route those audio signals independently through the internal audio matrix. This allows, for example, one HDMI source's audio to feed a main speaker system while a second source's audio feeds a separate zone — all without external audio processing hardware.

Can the built-in scalers handle mixed display resolutions?

Yes. Each of the eight HDMI outputs has an independent scaler, so you can route a 4K source to one output driving a 4K display and simultaneously route the same source to another output driving a 1080p display, with the scaler handling the downscale automatically.

How does the audio delay function work?

Audio delay is configured per output zone and compensates for processing latency in the video path. This is particularly useful in systems with display-side processing that introduces variable lag, ensuring lip-sync accuracy without requiring external DSP equipment.

What control systems are compatible with this matrix?

The matrix responds to commands via TCP/IP (Telnet) and RS-232 using a published ASCII command protocol. Drivers are available or can be developed for Crestron, AMX, Extron, Savant, Control4, and similar systems. Contact AVPro Edge for driver availability for your specific control platform.

Does EDID management persist when sources are switched?

Yes. EDID profiles are stored per input port in the matrix and presented to the source device continuously, regardless of which output the input is currently routed to. This prevents sources from renegotiating resolution each time a routing change occurs.

Is HDCP 2.2 supported on all inputs and outputs?

Yes. The AC-MX-88 supports HDCP 2.2 and HDCP 1.4 on all eight inputs and all eight outputs, enabling distribution of protected 4K content to HDCP 2.2-compliant displays.