Lightware UCX-4x3-HC40-BD – USB-C HDMI Matrix Switcher with Dante USB Audio Bridge

Product Overview

The Lightware UCX-4x3-HC40-BD is a Google-certified universal matrix switcher combining USB-C and HDMI 2.0 connectivity with an integrated Dante USB Audio Bridge, designed for modern collaboration spaces requiring structured AV routing alongside professional Dante audio network integration. The device supports 4 inputs (2x HDMI 2.0, 2x USB-C) and 3 HDMI 2.0 outputs, with 100W USB-C power delivery, USB 3.1 Gen1 peripheral switching, and bidirectional 2-channel Dante/AES67 audio conversion without the need for an external DSP or Dante/USB dongle. Integrators specifying a Lightware UCX-4x3-HC40-BD USB-C matrix switcher with Dante audio bridge for boardrooms or conference rooms with Dante microphone infrastructure will find it the most complete single-device solution in the UCX family. Purchase at Creation Networks.

Product Description

The UCX-4x3-HC40-BD is the Dante audio bridge variant of the Lightware Taurus UCX HC40 series. It extends the standard UCX HC40 feature set with a native Dante USB Audio Bridge, enabling two-way Dante/AES67 audio over the device's Ethernet port without any external hardware. HDMI stereo embedded audio from any input can be de-embedded and converted to 2-channel Dante streams for distribution to Dante-networked amplifiers, DSPs, or speakers.

The two USB-C inputs each carry 4K video (up to 5120x2160 via HDMI 2.0, or 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 via USB-C DP Alt Mode), audio, USB 3.1 Gen1 data, and up to 100W power delivery over a single cable. The two HDMI 2.0 inputs accept room-resident sources. All three HDMI 2.0 outputs can drive displays or downstream AV devices at up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4.

USB 3.1 Gen1 peripheral switching routes cameras, speakerphones, and touch devices between up to two hosts. A separate control Ethernet port provides isolated device management via SSH, SSL, and HTTPS. Two additional configurable Ethernet ports support room LAN isolation and utility networking. GPIO, RS-232, and an occupancy sensor port enable full room automation. The device uses passive noiseless cooling. It holds the Pro AV Best in Market (AV Technology) Award 2025. A FIPS 140-3 variant (SKU 91360030) is available. Purchase at Creation Networks.

Key Features

• Integrated Dante USB Audio Bridge — Native two-way Dante/AES67 audio conversion without external DSP or Dante/USB dongle; HDMI stereo audio de-embedded and converted to 2-channel Dante streams.
• Google Meet Certified — Recognized as a certified device in Google Admin Console for simplified Google Meet BYOD/BYOM deployment and management.
• 4-Input 3-Output Matrix (4x3) — Routes 2x HDMI 2.0 and 2x USB-C inputs to 3x HDMI 2.0 outputs at up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4.
• 100W USB-C Power Delivery (120W Total) — Each USB-C input delivers up to 100W charge, 120W combined, eliminating the need for separate laptop chargers.
• 5K Ultrawide Resolution Support — Handles 5120x2160 at 30Hz 4:4:4 or 60Hz 4:2:0 for Microsoft Teams Front Row and ultrawide display layouts.
• USB 3.1 Gen1 Peripheral Switching — Routes cameras, speakerphones, touch monitors, and USB-HID devices between active hosts independently from video.
• Three Isolated Ethernet Layers — Dedicated secure control Ethernet, configurable room LAN Ethernet, and utility Ethernet for structured network segmentation.
• Passive Noiseless Cooling — No fan, appropriate for occupied meeting and collaboration spaces.
• CEC at HDMI Outputs — Display power management via HDMI CEC.
• Remote Syslog — Forwards events to SIEM platforms via TCP, UDP, or TLS (RFC3164/RFC5424).
• FIPS 140-3 Variant — The -LCC model includes NIST-certified cryptography for government and regulated enterprise deployments.
• Pro AV Best in Market Award 2025 — Recognized by AV Technology magazine for innovation in the Pro AV industry.

Typical Applications

• Boardroom
• Conference room
• All-hands room
• Training room
• Government space

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an external Dante gateway or USB-Dante dongle to use the Dante audio features?

No. The UCX-4x3-HC40-BD includes a native Dante USB Audio Bridge. The device connects directly to a Dante network via its Ethernet port and handles bidirectional 2-channel Dante/AES67 audio conversion internally. No external DSP, gateway, or dongle is required.

How does Google Meet certification affect deployment?

Google-certified devices appear in the Google Admin Console, allowing IT administrators to manage the device centrally alongside other Google Meet hardware. This simplifies rollout, monitoring, and firmware management for organizations standardized on Google Workspace.

Can the device charge two laptops simultaneously at full power?

Yes. The two USB-C inputs provide up to 100W each, for a combined 120W total power delivery, allowing two connected laptops to charge simultaneously during the meeting.

What is the difference between the UCX-4x3-HC40-BD and the standard UCX-4x3-HC40?

The -BD variant adds the integrated Dante USB Audio Bridge capability to the standard UCX-4x3-HC40 feature set. All other video, USB, and control specifications are the same. The -BD is the appropriate choice when the room has Dante microphones, amplifiers, or DSPs that require native Dante audio routing from the switcher.

Does the UCX-4x3-HC40-BD support Microsoft Teams Rooms?

Yes. The device is compatible with MTR deployments and supports USB peripheral routing (camera, speakerphone) to a connected Teams Rooms compute device. It is also verified for Google Meet BYOD/BYOM use cases.

Is the noiseless operation suitable for executive and board-level spaces?

Yes. The UCX-4x3-HC40-BD uses passive thermal management with no cooling fan, making it acoustically inert. This is explicitly designed for occupied meeting rooms where audible fan noise is unacceptable.

Where can I purchase the Lightware UCX-4x3-HC40-BD?

The UCX-4x3-HC40-BD is available at Creation Networks, an authorized Lightware reseller for commercial AV integrators and enterprise end users.