Blustream HMX44-18G-KIT 4x4 HDBaseT3™ AV Matrix Kit

The Blustream HMX44-18G-KIT is a 4x4 HDBaseT3™ AV matrix kit designed to distribute uncompressed 4K UHD video, audio, and control signals over a single CAT6A cable. The HMX44-18G supports uncompressed distribution of the latest HDR resolutions including HDR10/10+ resulting in the ultimate in picture quality for your critical viewing areas.

The Matrix also provides advanced features including simultaneous HDBaseT™/HDMI on output 1, video smart scaling on HDBaseT™ outputs, and an independent 14x4 audio matrix, and ARC. The HMX44-18G includes an in-built web browser interface module for control and configuration of the Matrix, and RS-232, IR and 1Gb Ethernet pass through to enable seamless 3rd party control integration.

Key Features of BlueStream HMX44-18G-KIT

• Advanced uncompressed, unconverted, HDMI over HDBaseT3™ technology offering distribution of bit-for-bit 4K HDMI video and audio over a single CAT6A cable
• Features 4 x HDMI inputs which can be independently routed to 4 x HDBaseT™ outputs
• Output 1 features a simultaneous HDMI and HDBaseT™ output
• Supports distribution of uncompressed HDMI2.0 18Gbps specification including 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 UHD video up to 100m*
• Supports distribution of the latest HDR resolutions including HDR10/10+
• 14x4 Audio Matrix independently controllable from video. Audio source inputs include:
  • 4 x audio breakout from HDMI source inputs
  • 4 x audio breakout from zone outputs
  • 4 x audio return from zone outputs*
  • 1 x optical and 1 x analogue audio input
• Supports bitstream passthrough of multichannel surround sound including object-based audio formats in line with HDMI specifications
• Integrated Ethernet switch (LAN Serving) when used with Blustream RX18G receiver (1Gb maximum)
• Web interface module for control and configuration of the Matrix
• Supports bi-directional IR and RS-232 on all HDBaseT™ outputs
• Control via front panel, IR, iOS / Android App, RS-232 and TCP/IP
• Supports PoC (Power over Cable) to power the supplied HDBaseT™ receivers
• Advanced EDID management and HDCP 2.3 compliant
• Supplied with 4 x RX18G HDBaseT™ Receivers

* Transmission distance is subject to video format, cable type and installation environment.

* The HDBaseT3 specification is based on using CAT6A F/UTP infrastructure or better. The use of CAT5e is not supported and CAT6 is not recommended due to potential bandwidth and performance issues.

** ARC feature supports HDMI ARC or Optical ARC. Compatible with RX18G receivers only

Video & Audio Distribution

Delivers high-quality 4K UHD video with HDR support and full HDMI audio formats across multiple zones. The 14x4 audio matrix allows independent audio routing and multichannel audio passthrough for each output.

Control & Connectivity

Supports bi-directional IR, RS-232, TCP/IP, and app-based control. Integrated Ethernet switch allows LAN distribution when paired with RX18G receivers. PoC enables powering receivers over CAT6A cable.