AVPro Edge 8K 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher - Handling up to 40Gbps signals with built-in downscaling for legacy devices

Product Overview

The AVPro Edge AC-MX-42X is an 8K-capable 4-input, 2-output HDMI 2.1 matrix switcher designed for professional AV environments that need to distribute ultra-high-definition video to multiple displays simultaneously. With full 40Gbps signal throughput and native 8K60 4:4:4 support, it handles the most demanding current-generation sources while also serving existing 4K and 1080p displays through its built-in downscaling engine. The matrix supports independent routing of any source to either output, giving integrators the flexibility to drive a mix of display types from a single signal path. Network and RS-232 control interfaces ensure integration with room control and building automation systems.

Product Description

As display technology advances toward 8K and high-frame-rate 4K, AV distribution infrastructure must keep pace without forcing a full rip-and-replace of existing displays. The AC-MX-42X addresses this directly by combining a full HDMI 2.1 signal path — supporting 8K60 and 4K120 at 40Gbps — with a built-in downscaler that maintains compatibility with 4K and 1080p displays already in place. This makes it an appropriate choice for hybrid environments where a new 8K source must feed both a primary 8K display and a secondary legacy screen without signal conversion hardware added externally.

HDCP 2.2 compliance ensures copy-protected content passes through the matrix without handshake failures, and HDR format support — covering HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision — preserves the full dynamic range metadata from source to display. The compact, rack-mountable chassis fits into standard equipment racks and can also be placed on a desktop shelf in smaller installations. Front-panel controls provide local source selection, while RS-232 and TCP/IP network control enable integration with Crestron, AMX, Control4, and similar systems.

Key Features

• 8K60 4:4:4 HDR Support — Full HDMI 2.1 signal path handles 8K at 60Hz with full chroma and HDR metadata intact.
• 4K120 Support — Accommodates high-frame-rate 4K sources for gaming, simulation, and broadcast applications.
• 40Gbps Signal Bandwidth — Full HDMI 2.1 bandwidth eliminates the need for signal compression at current and near-future resolutions.
• Built-in Downscaling — Converts 8K and 4K sources to lower resolutions on a per-output basis, maintaining compatibility with legacy displays.
• 4x2 Matrix Routing — Routes any of four HDMI inputs to either or both of two HDMI outputs independently.
• HDCP 2.2 / 1.4 Compliance — Passes copy-protected content from current and legacy sources without handshake errors.
• HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision — Preserves full dynamic range metadata from source to display on all active outputs.
• Network (TCP/IP) and RS-232 Control — Integrates with third-party control systems including Crestron, AMX, and Control4.
• Front-Panel Source Selection — Physical input selection buttons allow local control without a control system.
• Rack-Mountable and Desktop Ready — Standard rack-mount ears included; desktop use supported for smaller deployments.

Typical Applications

• Corporate boardrooms distributing 8K presentation sources to a primary display and a confidence monitor
• Broadcast control rooms feeding multiple monitors from 8K or 4K120 production sources
• High-end residential home theaters with an 8K projector and a secondary 4K display in the same room
• Education facilities upgrading to 8K sources while retaining existing 4K classroom displays
• Gaming and simulation environments requiring 4K120 or 8K routing to multiple output devices
• Retail and hospitality venues distributing a primary 8K content source to screens of varying capabilities

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can both outputs show different sources at the same time?
Yes. The 4x2 matrix allows independent routing, so Output 1 and Output 2 can display different sources simultaneously, or the same source can be mirrored to both outputs.

Does the downscaler work independently per output?
The built-in downscaler is designed to allow each output to present a different resolution, enabling an 8K source to be sent to an 8K display on one output and downscaled to 4K or 1080p on the other. Refer to the product manual for per-output downscale configuration.

Is this matrix compatible with HDMI 2.0 sources and displays?
Yes. HDMI 2.1 is backward compatible with HDMI 2.0 and earlier. Sources and displays using HDMI 2.0 will operate at their native capabilities through the matrix without requiring adapters or signal conversion.

What control systems are supported?
The matrix includes TCP/IP and RS-232 control interfaces with documented API commands, supporting integration with Crestron, AMX, Control4, Savant, and other third-party control systems using standard driver development.