Lightware VINX-120AP-HDMI-ENC-DNT AV Over IP Scaling Multimedia Extender with USB K+M, PoE and DANTE/AES67 support - 91810011

Product Overview

The Lightware VINX-120AP-HDMI-ENC-DNT is a professional AV-over-IP encoder designed for large-scale video distribution across standard gigabit IP networks. It encodes HDMI 2.0 sources at up to 4K60 4:4:4 and transmits them as JPEG 2000 compressed streams with sub-frame latency, making it a reliable choice for enterprise AV-over-IP systems, broadcast environments, and large venue installations. The unit integrates Dante/AES67 audio networking, USB keyboard-and-mouse extension, and Power over Ethernet, consolidating multiple functions into a single device for simplified AV-over-IP encoder deployment.

Product Description

The VINX-120AP-HDMI-ENC-DNT is part of Lightware's VINX AV-over-IP platform, engineered for visually lossless video transport over standard 1GbE network infrastructure. The encoder accepts HDMI 2.0 input signals up to 4K60 4:4:4 and compresses them using JPEG 2000 at configurable bit rates, enabling IT-friendly distribution without dedicated AV cabling. Dante/AES67 audio networking is built in, allowing the audio signal to be routed independently across the same IP network using professional broadcast-grade audio protocols. The unit supports USB 2.0 keyboard and mouse extension, enabling remote operator control directly over IP. Power over Ethernet (PoE) on the TPS port simplifies installation by reducing dedicated power cabling to connected endpoints. The device operates with Lightware's Pro EDID management system to ensure reliable source compatibility across diverse display environments. Remote configuration and control are handled via LW3 protocol over TCP/IP, compatible with leading control systems including Crestron, AMX, and Extron.

Key Features

• 4K60 4:4:4 HDMI 2.0 Input — Accepts full-bandwidth 4K signals including HDR content without downsampling
• JPEG 2000 Compression — Visually lossless encoding at configurable bit rates for efficient 1GbE transport
• Dante/AES67 Audio Networking — Independently routes audio across IP infrastructure using broadcast-standard protocols
• USB 2.0 KVM Extension — Extends keyboard and mouse control to remote endpoints over the same network
• Power over Ethernet (PoE) — Supplies power to downstream TPS devices, reducing dedicated power cabling
• Sub-Frame Latency — Delivers low-latency transport suitable for interactive and real-time AV applications
• Pro EDID Management — Emulates display EDID data to maintain source compatibility across connected displays
• LW3 Control Protocol — TCP/IP control interface compatible with Crestron, AMX, Extron, and custom control systems
• Multicast & Unicast Support — Distributes signals one-to-many or point-to-point across standard managed switches
• Compact Half-Rack Form Factor — Mounts efficiently in equipment racks or AV cabinets with minimal space

Typical Applications

• Corporate boardrooms and executive briefing centers requiring 4K AV-over-IP signal distribution
• Higher education lecture halls with multiple display zones fed from a central encoder pool
• Broadcast studios integrating Dante audio routing with HDMI video over shared IP infrastructure
• Control rooms and network operations centers running multi-source, multi-display video walls
• Healthcare facilities distributing medical imaging or presentation content to remote display points
• Large venue installations using managed 1GbE switching for scalable AV signal routing

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the VINX-120AP-HDMI-ENC-DNT require a dedicated AV network or can it run on the corporate LAN?

The encoder operates on a standard 1GbE managed switch. For production deployments, a dedicated VLAN with IGMP snooping and QoS configuration is strongly recommended to isolate AV traffic and ensure consistent latency, but a separate physical network is not required.

What is the latency of the VINX AV-over-IP system?

The VINX platform delivers sub-frame latency using JPEG 2000 compression. Actual latency depends on network configuration, but the system is suitable for interactive applications such as remote desktop control and live presentation switching.

Can the Dante audio channel be routed independently from the video stream?

Yes. The Dante/AES67 audio network operates independently on the IP infrastructure, allowing audio to be routed to different destinations than the video stream using Dante Controller software or a compatible audio router.

What control systems are compatible with this encoder?

The unit uses the open LW3 protocol over TCP/IP, which has documented APIs for Crestron, AMX, Savant, and Extron control systems. Custom control integrations can be built against the published command set.

How many decoders can a single encoder feed simultaneously?

Using IP multicast on a properly configured managed switch, a single encoder can feed an unlimited number of decoders simultaneously without additional bandwidth overhead per destination.

Is HDR content supported end-to-end?

Yes. The encoder passes HDR10 and HLG metadata through the JPEG 2000 stream to compatible VINX decoders, preserving HDR content for displays that support it.

Does this unit include a decoder, or is a separate VINX decoder required?

The VINX-120AP-HDMI-ENC-DNT is an encoder only. A separate VINX decoder (such as a VINX-120AP-HDMI-DEC) is required at each destination display. Contact Creation Networks to configure a complete encoder/decoder system.