Lightware GVN-HDMI-RX110AP 1G AV-over-IP Receiver for 4K60 signals - 91810035

Product Overview

The Lightware GVN-HDMI-RX110AP is the receiver endpoint in the Gemini GVN 1G AV-over-IP system, a scalable virtual matrix platform designed for flexible, IP-networked distribution of 4K60 video, audio, USB 2.0, and control signals over standard 1 Gigabit Ethernet infrastructure. The receiver decodes visually lossless HDMI 2.0 video using a proprietary JPEG2000-based codec and outputs it at up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 with end-to-end latency under 3 milliseconds. It supports seamless switching (no black screen between sources), making it suitable for live event production, command centers, and broadcast monitoring applications where switching artifacts are unacceptable.

Product Description

The GVN-HDMI-RX110AP connects to the network via copper (up to 100m Cat5e from the switch) or via an optional SFP fiber module for longer runs. It receives HDMI 2.0 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 video with HDCP 2.2, all HDMI 2.0 audio formats up to 7.1 channels (LPCM, Dolby Atmos, DTS-X, and HBR formats), and USB 2.0 over IP for keyboard and mouse (K+M) control and full USB 2.0 peripheral connectivity. Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+, IEEE 802.3at) eliminates the need for a local power supply at the display end, simplifying installation in ceiling or wall-mounted display applications.

An analog audio output with selectable direction (input or output) provides LPCM stereo for room audio systems. The RS-232 port enables display control or integration with room control systems. The video scaling function allows the receiver to adapt source resolution to match the connected display's native resolution, reducing the need for display-side scaling. The unit's compact form factor (221 x 25 x 120mm) suits flat installation behind displays or in cable trays.

Key Features

• Visually lossless 4K60 video decoding — proprietary JPEG2000-based codec; no perceptible quality loss at 4K@60Hz 4:4:4
• Under 3ms end-to-end latency — near-zero frame delay across the full GVN system at 4K60
• Seamless video switching — no black screen between source changes; continuous video output during switching
• HDMI 2.0 output up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 — HDCP 2.2 compliant
• 1G network transport — operates over standard managed Gigabit Ethernet switches; no proprietary network hardware required
• 100m copper reach — Cat5e from network switch to receiver; SFP port for optional fiber extension
• PoE+ powered (IEEE 802.3at) — receives power from PoE+ switch; no local power adaptor required
• Full USB 2.0 over IP — USB KVM (K+M) and full USB 2.0 device classes over the IP network
• All HDMI 2.0 audio formats — 7.1 LPCM, Dolby Atmos, DTS-X, Dolby Digital, HBR audio
• Analog audio I/O — LPCM stereo with selectable direction for local room audio integration
• RS-232 control port — display control or room control system integration
• Video scaling — on-board scaler adapts output to match display's native resolution

Typical Applications

• Command centers and network operations centers with large display walls requiring flexible, IP-routed source distribution
• Corporate digital signage networks distributing 4K content to multiple displays across a building or campus
• Live event and broadcast production monitoring systems requiring seamless switching and low latency
• University lecture capture and distance learning systems distributing video to remote rooms over campus network
• Hospitality and retail venue AV systems where standard Ethernet infrastructure carries AV to display endpoints

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of network switch is required for the GVN system?

A managed Gigabit Ethernet switch supporting IGMP snooping is required. The GVN system uses IP multicast for distribution, and IGMP snooping on the switch ensures that multicast streams are directed only to subscribing receiver ports. A PoE+ (802.3at) switch is recommended to power the RX110AP without local power supplies.

What does "visually lossless" mean in practice?

Visually lossless refers to the JPEG2000-based codec used in GVN, which compresses video at a level where the difference from uncompressed is imperceptible to the human eye under normal viewing conditions. It is not mathematically lossless, but color accuracy, detail, and motion fidelity are preserved at professional quality levels. This is different from lossy codecs like H.264, which introduce visible artifacts at high compression ratios.

Can the receiver be powered without a PoE+ switch?

The GVN-HDMI-RX110AP requires PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at) as its primary power source. If a PoE+ switch is not available, a PoE+ midspan injector can be used on the network run between the switch and the receiver. A standalone local power adaptor option is not documented for this model.

Is the SFP module included?

No. The SFP port accepts a standard SFP optical module (not SFP+) for fiber connectivity, but the module is not included. Fiber runs can extend the reach from the network switch to the receiver beyond the 100m Cat5e copper limit. Select a module appropriate for your fiber plant and run length.

How does seamless switching work?

During a source switch, the Gemini GVN system maintains video output at the receiver using the codec's buffering and transition handling, preventing the black screen that occurs in most AV-over-IP systems when multicast streams are changed. The transition is sub-frame at 4K60, making it imperceptible during live presentations or broadcast monitoring.

Where can I purchase and get support for this product?

The GVN-HDMI-RX110AP is available at creationnetworks.net. Our team can assist with network design, switch selection, and GVN system commissioning for your installation.