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C88CS - Contractor 8x8 HDBaseT™ CSC Matrix - 70m

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Our Contractor 8x8 HDBaseT Matrix offers unprecedented performance and value for the custom installation market. The C88 is a 4K HDCP 2.2 Matrix delivering HDMI, bi-directional IR, and PoC (Power over Cable) up to lengths of 70m over a single CAT cable. The Matrix also provides advanced features including simultaneous HDBaseT/HDMI on output 1 and a web browser interface module for control and configuration of the Matrix.

  • 1 x C88CS
  • 1 x Rack Mounting Kit
  • 1 x Remote Control 8 x IR Emitters
  • 9 x IR Receivers
  • 1 x RS-232 Control Cable
  • 1 x IR Control Cable - 3.5mm-3.5mm Cable
  • 1 x Quick Reference Guide Power Cable(s)

  • Advanced HDBaseT technology offering distribution of video and audio over a single CAT cable

  • Advanced Color Space Conversion (CSC) supports HDMI 2.0 18Gbps specification including HDR*

  • Features 8 x HDMI inputs which can be independently routed to 8 x HDBaseT outputs

  • Output 1 features simultaneous HDMI and HDBaseT output

  • Video down-conversion on HDBaseT outputs allowing a display only capable of supporting lower video resolutions (4K 60Hz 4:2:0 or 1080p) to receive 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 video content while still showing maximum original 4K UHD resolution on remaining video outputs

  • Supports 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 UHD video up to 40m

  • Extends HDMI 1080p video up to 70m

  • Supports all industry standard video resolutions including VGA-WUXGA and 480i-4K

  • Supports all known HDMI audio formats including Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD Master Audio transmission

  • Web interface module for control and configuration of matrix

  • Supports bi-directional IR on all HDBaseT outputs

  • Control via front panel, IR, RS-232 and TCP/IP

  • Supports PoC (Power over Cable) to power compatible HDBaseT receivers

  • Supplied with Blustream IR receivers and emitters

  • 3rd Party drivers available for major control brands

  • 1U Design for 19" rack mount integration - mounting kit included

  • Advanced EDID management

  • HDCP 2.2 compliant

  • Recommended receiver: RX70CS (where 18Gbps CSC support is required)


    *For 18Gbps CSC support use RX70CS receivers

Key Features

  • Video Input Connectors: 8 x HDMI Type A, 19-pin, female

  • Video Output Connectors: 1 x HDMI Type A, 19-pin, female, 8 x HDBaseT RJ45 connector

  • RS-232 Serial Port: 1 x DB9 Serial connector

  • TCP/IP Control: 1x RJ45, female

  • IR Input Ports: 9x 3.5mm stereo jack

  • IR Output Ports: 8x 3.5mm mono jack

  • Rack Mountable: 1 U rack height, rack ears included

  • Case Dimensions (without feet) (W x D x H): 437mm x 377mm x 44mm

  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 437mm x 384mm x 53mm

  • Shipping Weight: 6.25kg

  • Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (-5°C to +55°C)

  • Storage Temperature: -4°F to 140°F (-25°C to +70°C)

  • Power Supply: Internal 100-240V AC