Blustream PLA88CS 8x8 4K HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT™ CSC AV Matrix

The Blustream PLA88CS is an 8x8 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT™ AV matrix featuring advanced Colour Space Conversion (CSC) for high-resolution video distribution. Advanced optional features include dual HDMI and HDBaseT™ outputs featuring CSC for support of 4K resolutions including 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 colour space, and HDR, with independent down-scaling of 4K video to allow those displays only capable of supporting lower video resolutions to receive 4K video while still showing maximum original UHD resolution on the higher-definition displays.

The Matrix also provides advanced features including independent Dolby Audio® & DTS Audio down mixing on HDMI and audio outputs allowing a mixture of different audio output formats for use with different audio capable displays and AV amplifiers. The PLA88CS also includes independent audio routing, Audio Return Channel (ARC), Optical (S/PDIF) audio delay for lip sync correction, bi-directional IR and RS-232 pass-through, and a web-GUI for control and configuration.

Key Features of BlueStream PLA88CS

• Advanced HDBaseT™ technology offering distribution of video and audio over a single CAT cable
• Advanced Colour Space Conversion (CSC) supporting HDMI 2.0 18Gbps specification including HDR
• 4 outputs featuring simultaneous HDBaseT™ and HDMI connections for dual display per zone
• Extends HDMI up to 150m at 1080p, and 4K UHD video up to 100m (up to 4K 60Hz 4:4:4)
• 8 HDMI inputs independently routable to 8 HDBaseT™ + HDMI outputs
• Independent video scaling on all outputs
• Supports Dolby Audio® technology
• Up to 24x16 audio matrix independently controllable from video
• Supports all industry standard video resolutions including VGA-WUXGA and 480i-4K
• Bi-directional IR & RS-232 on all input and output locations (with compatible transmitters & receivers)
• Integrated Ethernet 100Mbps switch (LAN Serving) when used with Blustream RX150CS Receivers
• Web interface module for control and configuration of matrix
• Control via front panel, IR, RS-232, and TCP/IP
• Supports PoC (Power over Cable) to power compatible RX150CS Receivers
• 3rd party drivers available for all major control brands
• HDCP 2.2 compliant with advanced EDID management
• 2U 19” rack-mount design with mounting kit included
• 4 independent analogue L/R audio inputs routable to audio outputs or embedded onto HDBaseT™/HDMI outputs
• HDMI audio breakout to coaxial digital and analogue L/R outputs with variable pre-amp line level control
• Supports ARC (Audio Return Channel) via HDMI or optical digital inputs from compatible RX150CS Receivers
• Supports Dolby Audio® and DTS audio breakout, including downmix from HDMI inputs to 2-channel audio

® Dolby Audio is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Video Distribution

Supports simultaneous HDBaseT™ and HDMI outputs for dual displays per zone, independent scaling on each output, and long-distance transmission while maintaining full 4K HDR quality.

Audio Management

Includes a 24x16 audio matrix with Dolby and DTS support, audio breakout for both digital and analogue outputs, and ARC support, providing flexible routing and integration with external audio systems.

Control & Integration

Full system control is available via front panel, IR, RS-232, TCP/IP, and web GUI. The matrix also supports 3rd party control drivers, bi-directional IR/RS-232 pass-through, and PoC for powering compatible receivers.