Lightware MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-P TPS and HDMI Combo Input Board with PoE - 91120040

Product Overview

The Lightware MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-P is a modular combination input board providing four HDMI 1.4 and four HDBaseT (TPS) inputs, with integrated PoE 48V remote powering for connected TPS extenders. Designed for Lightware MX series matrix frames, this board enables AV integrators to build large-scale HDMI and HDBaseT matrix systems for corporate boardrooms, government installations, and university lecture facilities. It accepts signals from both local HDMI sources and remote TPS transmitters at distances up to 170 meters, and handles 4K/UHD video, bi-directional RS-232, Ethernet, and embedded HDMI audio within a single board slot.

Product Description

The MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-P occupies one input card slot in a Lightware MX modular matrix chassis, contributing four HDMI 1.4 inputs and four RJ45 TPS (HDBaseT) inputs to the matrix. Remote sources connect over a single CAT5/6/7 cable up to 120 meters in standard HDBaseT mode or 170 meters in Long Reach mode, where maximum resolution is limited to Full HD 1080p. At standard distances, the board supports 4K/UHD at 30Hz RGB 4:4:4 and 60Hz YCbCr 4:2:0, plus 3D and 48-bit deep color. The PoE add-on injects 48V power to remote TPS transmitters via the same CAT cable, removing the need for local AC power at each transmitter location. Each TPS port also carries a 10/100 Ethernet uplink, providing network connectivity for endpoint devices. Lightware's Pixel Accurate Reclocking and Advanced EDID Management are integrated, ensuring clean signal reception and format compliance across all input ports.

Key Features

• Dual input format — Four HDMI 1.4 and four HDBaseT TPS inputs in a single board, supporting mixed source environments.
• PoE 48V remote powering — Injects 48V over CAT cable to power remote TPS transmitters without local AC outlets.
• 170-meter TPS reception — Long Reach mode receives Full HD signals from up to 170m; standard HDBaseT mode supports 120m with 4K.
• 4K/UHD and 3D support — Accepts 3840x2160 at 30Hz 4:4:4, 60Hz 4:2:0, and 48-bit color depth from HDMI and TPS sources.
• Bi-directional RS-232 and Ethernet — Transmits control and network data over the same CAT cable as video and audio.
• 10/100 Ethernet uplink per TPS port — Each board includes a 10/100 network uplink connector for the Ethernet connection of each TPS port.
• Pixel Accurate Reclocking — Eliminates accumulated jitter from multi-device signal chains and long cable runs.
• Advanced EDID Management — Locks EDID data per input port, forcing correct resolution output from any source.
• HDCP enable/disable mode — Allows HDCP to be selectively enabled or disabled per port for flexible source compatibility.
• Full HDMI embedded audio support — Compatible with Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, and all HDMI 1.4 audio formats.
• Frame Detector — Monitors incoming signal status and provides real-time feedback for system diagnostics.

Typical Applications

• Boardroom
• Conference room
• Government space
• Training room
• Auditorium

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Lightware chassis is compatible with the MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-P?

This input board installs into Lightware MX series modular matrix frames. Confirm chassis slot availability with your Lightware dealer before ordering.

Does the PoE function require additional power hardware?

Yes. The PoE injector requires the Lightware PSU-48vp external power supply connected directly to the board. This PSU is not included by default.

What is the maximum resolution when using Long Reach mode?

Long Reach mode is limited to Full HD 1920x1080p. 4K UHD requires standard HDBaseT mode at distances up to 120m.

Can HDMI and TPS inputs be used simultaneously?

Yes. All eight input ports (four HDMI and four TPS) are active simultaneously and can be routed independently within the matrix.

Is RS-232 bi-directional over TPS?

Yes. RS-232 passes bidirectionally over the HDBaseT link, enabling control commands to travel from the matrix to remote endpoints and back.

Does the board support audio add-ons?

Yes. Analog stereo (-A suffix) and S/PDIF (-S suffix) audio add-on variants are available. The -P suffix specifically adds PoE without audio add-ons.

Where can I buy the MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-P?

Available from Creation Networks, an authorized Lightware reseller for commercial AV integrators.