Lightware MX-FR65R 65x65 Crosspoint MX Modular Digital Router Frame - 91110005

Product Overview

The Lightware MX-FR65R is a 65x65 modular matrix router frame designed for large-scale professional AV installations requiring flexible, high-density signal routing. As a core component of the Lightware MX series, this frame supports the full range of MX and MXD I/O boards, enabling integrators to configure HDMI and DVI signal paths in a fully non-blocking crosspoint architecture. The MX-FR65R is purpose-built for fixed installations in operation centers, broadcast facilities, and high-end corporate environments where signal integrity, zero-latency switching, and long-term expandability are non-negotiable requirements. Available from Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net, the MX-FR65R ships with a 3-year manufacturer warranty.

Product Description

The Lightware MX-FR65R modular digital router frame provides 65x65 crosspoint switching capacity within a 19-inch rack-mountable chassis. The hybrid modular design lets AV professionals select I/O board types—spanning DVI, HDMI, fiber, and HDBaseT transport options—to match exact signal distribution requirements without over-specifying the system. The frame uses Lightware's Pixel Accurate Reclocking technology to maintain signal timing integrity across long cable runs, while built-in cable compensation compensates for transmission losses without external processing hardware. Control is available through Ethernet (TCP/IP), RS-232, and USB, with a front-panel LCD and button set for on-site crosspoint management. The built-in web interface allows full device configuration without additional software installation, and firmware updates are delivered over Ethernet. The MX-FR65R supports all embedded audio formats including PCM, Dolby Digital, and DTS high-bitrate audio, making it compatible with professional AV and broadcast audio workflows.

Key Features

• 65x65 Non-Blocking Crosspoint — Full matrix switching with no signal path contention, supporting simultaneous independent routing across all inputs and outputs.
• Hybrid Modular I/O Design — Compatible with the complete range of MX and MXD I/O boards, allowing custom configuration of signal types and transport media per slot.
• Zero Frame Delay — No signal latency is introduced during switching, preserving timing-critical video and audio signal integrity.
• Pixel Accurate Reclocking — Reconstructs the pixel clock on each output to eliminate jitter and maintain signal quality across long cable runs.
• Advanced EDID Management — 100 factory-preset and 50 user-programmable EDID profiles, supporting 256-byte Extended EDID v1.3 emulation to ensure reliable source/display handshaking.
• HDCP Management Suite — Includes red screen alert, HDCP key counter, key caching, and individual port enable/disable, supporting mixed HDCP and non-HDCP I/O boards in the same frame.
• Multi-Protocol Control — Device control via Ethernet (TCP/IP), RS-232/422, and USB with a built-in web interface and front-panel LCD for local management.
• Built-In Universal Power Supply — Active fan cooling with an internal power supply and EtherCON ruggedized LAN connector for demanding fixed-install environments.
• Crosspoint Preset Storage — Save and recall complete crosspoint configurations as named presets for fast scene changes or system recovery.
• Embedded Audio Support — Passes all embedded audio formats including PCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, and DTS-HD high-bitrate audio without de-embedding or re-embedding.
• Vista Spyder and Barco Encore Compatible — Verified compatibility with leading video processing platforms used in live event and broadcast environments.
• Bi-Directional RS-232 Extension — Provides RS-232 pass-through for control of downstream devices, reducing the need for additional serial distribution hardware.

Typical Applications

• Broadcast studio signal routing and production switching
• Government and defense operation centers requiring high-density video distribution
• Corporate all-hands rooms and executive conference centers with multi-source presentation systems
• Auditorium and multi-purpose room installations with large-scale display arrays
• Training room environments with flexible source-to-display assignment
• Commercial meeting spaces requiring centralized AV signal management
• House of worship production environments with mixed HDMI and DVI signal chains

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

What I/O boards are compatible with the MX-FR65R frame?

The MX-FR65R accepts all boards in the MX-... and MXD-... series from Lightware, including DVI, HDMI, fiber optic, and HDBaseT variants. This allows integrators to mix signal types and transport media in a single frame based on specific installation requirements.

Can HDCP and non-HDCP I/O boards be used in the same frame?

Yes. The MX-FR65R supports mixed HDCP and non-HDCP capable I/O boards installed simultaneously. The HDCP management suite provides per-port control, key caching, and a key counter to manage compliance across mixed-content environments.

What control systems can integrate with the MX-FR65R?

The MX-FR65R supports control via Ethernet (TCP/IP), RS-232/422, and USB. It has a built-in web interface accessible from any browser on the same network. It is compatible with third-party control systems including Crestron and AMX via serial or TCP/IP command sets.

Does the MX-FR65R introduce any signal latency?

No. The MX-FR65R operates with zero frame delay, meaning no additional latency is introduced during signal routing. This is critical for applications such as live production, simulation, and real-time display systems where timing accuracy matters.

How are crosspoint configurations saved and restored?

The MX-FR65R supports saving complete crosspoint states as named presets that can be recalled via front-panel controls, the web interface, or control system commands. This allows rapid scene changes in multi-use facilities or fast recovery after system resets.

What audio formats does the MX-FR65R pass through?

The frame passes all embedded audio formats without de-embedding, including LPCM (stereo and multi-channel), Dolby Digital, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, and DTS-HD Master Audio. This makes it suitable for AV systems requiring lossless audio transport.

Is the MX-FR65R compatible with video processors like Vista Spyder or Barco Encore?

Yes. The MX-FR65R has been verified compatible with Vista Spyder and Barco Encore video processing platforms, making it a suitable matrix routing layer in large-scale live event and broadcast production systems.