Lightware MX2-8x8-DH-8DPi-A Full 4K Matrix Switcher with DisplayPort Input and HDMI Output Ports - 91310062

Product Overview

The Lightware MX2-8x8-DH-8DPi-A is an 8x8 standalone matrix switcher with eight DisplayPort 1.2 inputs and eight HDMI 2.0 outputs, supporting 4K UHD at 60Hz RGB 4:4:4. It is designed for environments where all video sources connect via DisplayPort — workstations, CAD systems, simulation computers — and all displays use HDMI 2.0. This configuration eliminates DP-to-HDMI conversion at every source while centralizing signal routing in a single 1RU device. AV integrators specifying a DisplayPort input HDMI output 4K matrix switcher for engineering labs, government control rooms, or multi-display visualization environments will find this the direct fit.

Product Description

The MX2-8x8-DH-8DPi-A operates at 18 Gbps per port. Eight DisplayPort 1.2 inputs accept sources directly — including Mini DP and Thunderbolt 3 via passive adapters — and route them internally through a non-blocking HDMI 2.0 crosspoint to eight HDMI 2.0 outputs. Resolutions up to 4096x2160 at 60Hz are supported, with RGB 4:4:4 signals down-converted to 4:2:2 where required for HDR compliance within the 18 Gbps bandwidth constraint. The matrix passes HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio on the HDMI output side.

Audio connections are available at four dedicated analog 5-pole Phoenix I/O connectors next to the HDMI output ports, providing de-embedding of HDMI-embedded audio and embedding of external analog audio. Front panel crosspoint keys, Ethernet web server, and RS-232 serial control are standard. Pixel Accurate Reclocking and Advanced EDID Management are integrated. DP MST, DP++, Adaptive-Sync, FreeSync, and HDR on DisplayPort outputs are not applicable since outputs are HDMI only.

Key Features

• 8x DisplayPort 1.2 Inputs, 8x HDMI 2.0 Outputs — Single-chassis DP-to-HDMI matrix without per-source adapters.
• 4K UHD 60Hz 4:4:4 — Full HDMI 2.0 bandwidth at 18 Gbps, up to 4096x2160 at 60Hz.
• 5K Ultrawide Support — 5120x2160 at 30Hz 4:4:4 or 60Hz 4:2:0 on HDMI outputs.
• HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision — Full HDR metadata passthrough on HDMI output paths.
• Audio De-embedding at HDMI Outputs — 4x 5-pole Phoenix analog audio connectors adjacent to HDMI outputs for audio system integration.
• Pixel Accurate Reclocking — Signal re-timing before output for clean HDMI handshake at all displays.
• Advanced EDID Management — Forces source resolutions from DP inputs; adapts to HDMI display EDID.
• Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio — HBR audio passthrough through the HDMI output path.
• Front Panel Crosspoint Keys — Direct switching control without software dependencies.
• 18 Gbps Switching Backplane — Full HDMI 2.0 bandwidth internal crosspoint; 600MHz pixel clock.

Typical Applications

• Government space
• Broadcast studio
• Training room
• Conference room
• Boardroom

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a DP-to-HDMI adapter required at each source?

No. The eight DisplayPort 1.2 inputs are native DP connectors. Sources with Mini DisplayPort or Thunderbolt 3 outputs connect via passive DP adapters. No active HDMI conversion is needed at the source side.

How many analog audio ports does this model include?

Four analog audio I/O positions are provided, located adjacent to the HDMI output ports (designated H: next to HDMI in Lightware's port diagram). Each position has a 5-pole Phoenix connector for stereo balanced audio embedding or de-embedding.

Can Thunderbolt 3 MacBook or PC sources connect directly?

Yes. Thunderbolt 3 is electrically compatible with DisplayPort 1.2. A passive USB-C to DisplayPort cable or adapter enables direct connection to the MX2-8x8-DH-8DPi-A inputs.

Does this model support 5K displays?

Yes, on the HDMI 2.0 outputs: 5120x2160 at 30Hz 4:4:4 or 60Hz 4:2:0. This is compatible with 5K ultrawide monitors used in Microsoft Teams Front Row and high-resolution visualization applications.

What control systems can drive this matrix?

Ethernet TCP/IP and RS-232 with Lightware's open, documented API. Compatible with Crestron, AMX, Q-SYS, Extron Control, and any control system supporting IP or RS-232 device control.

Where can I buy this matrix?

Available at creationnetworks.net. Contact Creation Networks for project pricing, system design review, and integration support.