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Crestron® DigitalMedia™ 8x8 Switcher with Redundant Power Supplies

At a Glance

A fully modular and expandable 8x8 DigitalMedia matrix switcher featuring redundant power supplies for mission critical applications. Based on the 3-Series® platform.

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A fully modular and expandable 8x8 DigitalMedia matrix switcher featuring redundant power supplies for mission critical applications. Based on the 3-Series® platform. Offers ultra-fast digital video and audio switching and lossless HD multiroom signal distribution for all types of AV sources. Provides complete management of SD, HD, UHD, 2K, 4K60 4:4:4 HDR, and computer signals with advanced HDCP support, EDID resolution management, CEC signal management, USB signal routing, integrated Ethernet switch, simultaneous 7.1 and stereo audio, H.264 streaming, and a full range of selectable input and output types.

The DM-MD8X8-CPU3-RPS delivers an advanced 4K60 4:4:4 AV signal routing solution to provide the foundation for a complete DigitalMedia™ system. The DM-MD8X8-CPU3-RPS affords ultra fast switching and lossless distribution of HDMI® and other signals to support digital media players, HDTV receivers, computers, cameras, and display devices. The DM-MD8X8-CPU3-RPS is an enhanced version of the DM-MD8X8-CPU3 featuring two built-in redundant power supplies.

The DM-MD8X8-CPU3-RPS is configurable to handle up to eight AV sources. The outputs are configurable to provide up to eight DM, HDBaseT®, and/or HDMI outputs, or up to four H.264 streaming outputs, in a single chassis. Based on the 3-Series® platform, the DM-MD8X8-CPU3-RPS provides enterprise-grade security.

Integrated Ethernet networking and USB distribution provide a complete connectivity solution combined with built-in Crestron® control for managing the displays and other room devices without any additional wiring. User-friendly operation, setup, and troubleshooting tools are provided through the DM-MD8X8-CPU3-RPS front panel, or via Crestron Toolbox™ software, to allow for easy setup. A web browser interface is also provided.

4K Ultra HD

The DM-MD8X8-CPU3-RPS is designed to meet the extreme bandwidth requirements for handling 4K and Ultra HD video signals. Support for 4K video also ensures support for the latest generation of computers and monitors with native resolutions beyond 1080p and WUXGA.

DigitalMedia 8G+® Technology

The DM-MD8X8-CPU3-RPS provides full support for Crestron DigitalMedia 8G+ devices as well as first-generation DM CAT and DM Fiber products, letting you take advantage of the latest Crestron DigitalMedia 8G+ technology.

A DigitalMedia 8G+ system handles high resolution video signals and can simultaneously distribute stereo and multichannel surround sound signals that support high bitrate 7.1 audio formats as well as uncompressed linear PCM. Signals are transported over one CAT type twisted pair cable or one strand of multimode or single-mode fiber.

HDBaseT® Certified

Using DigitalMedia 8G+® technology, the DM-MD8X8-CPU3-RPS can be connected directly to an HDBaseT compliant device without requiring a DM transmitter or receiver.

H.264 Streaming

The DM-MD8X8-CPU3-RPS streaming input capability enables IP cameras and other H.264 encoded sources to be distributed via DigitalMedia alongside HDMI and other non-streaming sources. It also allows DM switchers to be bridged together for simplified routing of HD content between buildings and global offices. Large-scale streaming to computers and mobile devices can be facilitated through integration with a streaming media system such as a Wowza® or Kaltura® media system.

Built-In CONTENT LAN Port

Any streaming input or output may be configured to stream via the CONTENT LAN or LAN port of the DM switcher or via a dedicated CONTENT LAN port of a DMC Series input or output card. Control and content can be combined on a single network or can be isolated onto separate networks.

Modular Architecture

The DM-MD8X8-CPU3-RPS features a modular architecture with 8 input card slots and 4 dual output card slots. A wide selection of input cards is offered to support a complete range of digital and analog AV signal types as specified in the following specifications table.

Output Expansion

An HDMI pass-through output is provided on every input card to allow the inputs of up to five DM switchers to be daisy-chained, enabling the configuration of very large distribution systems with many outputs. Using five DM-MD8X8-CPU3-RPS switchers, for example, it is possible to support up to 40 separate outputs.

QuickSwitch HD™ Technology

Digital media signals are typically encrypted to protect against unauthorized viewing. After authenticating displays or signal processors, a source device must issue a key before delivering an output signal. Crestron QuickSwitch HD technology manages these keys to ensure fast, reliable switching and immunity to blackouts.

Auto-Locking® Technology

Crestron Auto-Locking technology enables super fast signal switching by instantaneously configuring every device in the signal path as soon as the signal hits the first device. Auto-Locking technology virtually eliminates any noticeable gap while switching.

Redundant Power Supplies

The DM-MD8X8-CPU3-RPS delivers enhanced reliability through two long-life, redundant power supplies. In the unlikely event of a fault with one of the power supplies (indicated by a flashing red LED), the DM-MD8X8-CPU3-RPS will continue to operate on only one power supply. Individual green LEDs show that the power supplies are functioning without fault. The power supplies can also be remotely monitored via Crestron Fusion® software or any control system touch screen.

Delivers a unified HD signal distribution solution incorporating both point-to-point wired and IP streaming technologies

Provides lossless HD AV signal routing over twisted pair copper wire or fiber

Integrates video, audio, networking, and control over one wire or fiber strand

Enables high-performance H.264 streaming from any input source up to 1080p or WUXGA

Affords full matrix switching with ultra high 12.5 Gbps backplane data rate

Allows streaming of 1080p signals over an IP network with no distance limitations

Enables device control via CEC

Allows independent scaling for every display through select output cards and DM receivers

Distributes and routes USB HID mouse and keyboard signals

Allows full audio and USB breakaway switching

Private Network Mode — requires just one IP address for the complete DM system

Includes a built-in web server

4-space 19 in. (483 mm) rack-mountable