Blustream SW41HDBT 4x1 CSC HDBaseT™ Input Switch

The Blustream SW41HDBT is a versatile 4x1 input switch designed to manage both HDMI and HDBaseT™ sources within a single system. The SW41HDBT provides enhanced features including PoC to power connected Blustream Transmitter and Receiver products, web GUI for configuration and control, source / display control via CEC, manual or automated source selection, RS-232 pass-through and control via front panel, IR, RS-232 and TCP/IP.

Key Features of BlueStream SW41HDBT

• Features 2 x HDMI 2.0 and 2 x HDBaseT™ inputs which can be switched to simultaneous HDBaseT™ and HDMI outputs
• 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
• Automatic downscaling of up to 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 video input to 4K 30Hz 4:4:4, 4K 60Hz 4:2:0, or 1080p on HDBaseT™
• HDBaseT™ input supports 4K UHD video up to 40m, with HDBaseT™ output supporting 4K UHD video up to 40m when used with compatible CSC receivers
• Extends HDMI 1080p up to 70m from transmitter to switch, and up to 70m from switch to receiver
• Supports bitstream passthrough of multichannel surround sound including object-based audio formats
• Supports PoC when used with compatible 12V HDBaseT™ transmitters and receivers
• Compatible with all Blustream HDBaseT™ transmitters and receivers
• Audio breakout to analogue L/R audio and Toslink (S/PDIF) digital outputs concurrently
• Web interface module for configuration and control
• Manual or automatic source selection with control via front panel, IR, RS-232, and TCP/IP
• Automatic source selection supported by compatible Blustream HDBaseT™ transmitters only
• HDCP 2.2 compliant with advanced EDID management

*Technical performance is subject to the features supported on the connected HDBaseT™ transmitter / receiver

Flexible Input Switching

The SW41HDBT supports both HDMI and HDBaseT™ input sources, allowing installers to combine local devices and remotely located transmitters within one switch. Inputs can be selected manually or automatically, providing straightforward operation in dynamic environments.

Reliable Signal Distribution

Using HDBaseT™ technology, video, audio, and control signals are distributed over a single CAT cable. This simplifies cabling while supporting high-resolution video formats, making the unit suitable for boardrooms, classrooms, and shared presentation spaces.

Control and Integration

The unit offers control via front panel buttons, IR, RS-232, TCP/IP, and a built-in web interface. Compatibility with Blustream HDBaseT™ transmitters and receivers allows easy integration into existing AV systems and control platforms.