Lightware MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-A TPS and HDMI Combo Input Board with Analog Audio - 91120042
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Lightware MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-A TPS and HDMI Combo Input Board with A...
Product Overview
The Lightware MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-A is a combination input board for the Lightware MX modular matrix router series, providing four HDMI and four HDBaseT single-CAT inputs with integrated analog audio support. Designed for the MX-FR modular frame chassis, this board enables hybrid HDMI and TPS (HDBaseT) signal ingestion in a single card slot, with HDMI 1.4 support and CAT5/6/7 cable runs up to 120m in HDBaseT mode and 170m in Long Reach mode. It serves commercial AV installations requiring flexible mixed-source input management within the MX modular matrix platform. Target keywords: Lightware MX modular matrix HDMI HDBaseT input board analog audio, MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-A TPS HDMI combo board, Lightware MX-FR input card HDBaseT HDMI.
Product Description
The MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-A is an 8-port input board combining four direct HDMI 1.4 inputs with four HDBaseT (TPS) CAT cable inputs on a single module. The HDBaseT inputs support HDMI 1.4 signal extension, audio, Ethernet, and RS-232 on a single CAT5/6/7 cable, with a 120m reach in HDBaseT mode and 170m in Long Reach mode (Full HD maximum in Long Reach). This board is the ‘-A’ variant, indicating it includes analog audio I/O ports in addition to the base TPS and HDMI capability.
The board handles resolutions up to 4K UHD at 30Hz RGB 4:4:4 and 60Hz YCbCr 4:2:0, with 48-bit color depth, 3D signals, HDCP compliance, and professional audio formats including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD. Advanced features include per-port EDID emulation, Pixel Accurate Reclocking, HDCP enable/disable, and a Frame Detector for signal analysis. Bi-directional RS-232 and Ethernet are supported on each HDBaseT input port, with a 10/100 uplink per board for Ethernet network connection.
Key Features
- 4x HDMI 1.4 inputs — direct HDMI source connections on a single input board
- 4x HDBaseT (TPS) inputs — single CAT5/6/7 cable extension up to 120m HDBaseT / 170m Long Reach
- Analog audio I/O — ‘-A’ variant includes balanced analog audio ports for embedding and de-embedding
- 4K UHD support — up to 4K@30Hz 4:4:4 / 4K@60Hz 4:2:0, 48-bit color depth
- HDCP compliant — HDCP enable/disable per port
- Bi-directional RS-232 and Ethernet — via CAT cable on TPS inputs
- Pixel Accurate Reclocking — signal quality restoration on all inputs
- Advanced EDID management — per-port EDID emulation and locking
- Frame Detector — input signal analysis tool for diagnostics
- 3D and deep color support — 120Hz 3D and 48-bit color depth handling
- Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD MA compatible — full professional audio format support
Typical Applications
- Corporate boardroom modular matrix systems
- Conference room mixed HDMI and CAT input infrastructure
- Training room multi-source AV distribution
- Government and secure facility AV control rooms
- House of worship modular AV routing
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-A |
| SKU | 91120042 |
| Board Type | Input Board (for MX-FR modular frames) |
| HDMI Inputs | 4x HDMI 1.4 |
| TPS (HDBaseT) Inputs | 4x single CAT (CAT5/6/7) |
| TPS Reach (HDBaseT mode) | Up to 120m |
| TPS Reach (Long Reach mode) | Up to 170m (Full HD max) |
| Analog Audio | Yes — ‘-A’ variant includes analog audio I/O |
| Video Resolution | 4K UHD @30Hz 4:4:4; @60Hz 4:2:0; 48-bit color |
| HDCP | Yes — enable/disable per port |
| RS-232/Ethernet via TPS | Bi-directional per port |
| Ethernet Uplink per Board | 1x 10/100 RJ45 |
| Compatible Frames | Lightware MX-FR series modular matrix frames |
Competitor Comparison
| Criteria | Lightware MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-A | Kramer VS-88H2 | Extron DXP 88 HDMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Modular input board (MX-FR frame) | Standalone fixed matrix | Standalone fixed matrix |
| HDMI Inputs per Card | 4x HDMI 1.4 | N/A — fixed 8 inputs | N/A — fixed 8 inputs |
| HDBaseT (TPS) Inputs | 4x up to 120m/170m | No | No |
| Analog Audio I/O | Yes — ‘-A’ variant | Yes | Yes |
| Scalability | Yes — modular per MX-FR frame size | No — fixed 8x8 | No — fixed 8x8 |
| EDID Management | Advanced per-port emulation | Standard | Standard |
| 4K Resolution | 4K@30Hz 4:4:4 / 60Hz 4:2:0 | 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 | 4K@60Hz 4:2:0 |
| RS-232 over CAT | Yes — bi-directional via TPS | No | No |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which MX-FR frame does this board install into?
- The MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-A is designed for Lightware MX-FR series modular matrix frames, including the MX-FR9, MX-FR17, MX-FR33, MX-FR65, and MX-FR80. Board slot compatibility should be verified against the specific frame model.
- What is the difference between the IB-A and IB-AP variants?
- The ‘-A’ suffix indicates analog audio I/O. The ‘-AP’ variant adds Power over Ethernet (PoE) delivery to connected TPS extender endpoints — removing the need for local power supplies at the extender. The IB-A does not include PoE.
- What resolution is supported on TPS inputs in Long Reach mode?
- Long Reach mode extends cable distance up to 170m, but limits maximum resolution to Full HD (1080p). For 4K, standard HDBaseT mode at up to 120m must be used.
- Can the analog audio inputs be used independently of the HDMI or TPS video?
- Yes. The analog audio ports on the ‘-A’ variant can embed audio into the HDMI stream or de-embed it from the routed signal for routing to external audio systems, independently of the video signal.
- What TPS extenders are compatible with this input board?
- Lightware HDBaseT-compatible transmitters in the HDMI-TPS and UMX-TPS product lines are designed to work with this input board. Compatibility with third-party HDBaseT extenders should be verified per project.
- Where can I purchase this board?
- The MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-A is available from Creation Networks, an authorized Lightware commercial AV reseller.
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