Blustream HMXL88ARC 8x8 HDBaseT™ CSC AV Matrix - 70m

The Blustream HMXL88ARC is an 8x8 HDBaseT™ AV matrix designed to distribute high-quality video and flexible audio across multiple zones using a single CAT cable per output. The HMXL88ARC is an 8x8 HDMI 2.0 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 matrix that uses CSC (Colour Space Conversion) technology to deliver 18Gbps HDMI over distances of up to 40m (1080p to 70m).

It features enhanced audio routing via an integrated 26x8 audio matrix. This enables the audio both from displays and sources, to be embedded and routed through the system at the users discretion. With a simultaneous HDBaseT™ / HDMI output on output 1, video smart scaling on all HDBaseT™ outputs, and PoC (Power over Cable) to the remote RX70CS HDBaseT™ receivers. A in-built web browser interface for configuration and control of the Matrix, along with RS-232 and IR pass-through to enable seamless 3rd party control integration.

Key Features of BlueStream HMXL88ARC

• Advanced HDBaseT™ technology for distributing video and audio over a single CAT cable
• Advanced Colour Space Conversion (CSC) supporting HDMI 2.0 18Gbps specification including HDR*
• 8 x HDMI inputs independently routed to 8 x HDBaseT™ outputs
• Output 1 supports simultaneous HDMI and HDBaseT™ output
• Video Smart Scaling on HDBaseT™ outputs, allowing displays with lower resolution capability (4K 60Hz 4:2:0 or 1080p) to receive 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 content while maintaining full 4K UHD on other outputs
• Supports 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 UHD video up to 40m and 1080p video up to 70m
• 26x8 audio matrix with independent audio and video control, supporting:
  • 8 x audio breakout from HDMI source inputs
  • 8 x audio breakout from zone outputs
  • 8 x ARC from zone outputs*
  • 1 x optical and 1 x analogue audio input
• Supports bitstream passthrough of multichannel surround sound, including object-based audio formats
• Web interface module for matrix control and configuration
• Bi-directional IR and RS-232 supported on all HDBaseT™ outputs
• Control via front panel, IR, iOS / Android app, RS-232, and TCP/IP
• Supports 24V PoC (Power over Cable) for compatible Blustream RX70CS receivers
• Supplied with Blustream IR receivers and emitters
• Advanced EDID management and HDCP 2.2 compliant

*ARC feature supports HDMI ARC or Optical ARC
*PoC, CSC, and ARC feature compatible with RX70CS only

Flexible Video Distribution

Using HDBaseT™ technology, the HMXL88ARC delivers uncompressed video and audio over standard CAT cabling, supporting long-distance transmission while maintaining full 4K UHD resolution. Colour Space Conversion ensures HDMI 2.0 bandwidth compatibility and HDR support, with Smart Scaling allowing lower-resolution displays to receive compatible content without affecting other outputs.

Independent Audio Routing

The integrated 26x8 audio matrix allows each audio source to be independently routed to any output. Audio breakouts from HDMI sources, zone outputs, ARC, optical, and analogue inputs provide extensive flexibility for multi-zone audio setups.

Control and Integration

Control options include front panel operation, IR, iOS and Android apps, RS-232, and TCP/IP. The built-in web interface enables configuration and ongoing management, while bi-directional IR and RS-232 on all HDBaseT™ outputs allow seamless control of connected devices across all zones.