Dedicated audio matrix for latest WyreStorm switchers
Published: PRODUCTS
WyreStorm has launched its first HDBaseT 4K UltraHD matrix switchers which include dedicated audio matrix switching in the form of 16x16 and 10x10 models.
With added support for 4K/UHD resolutions, the H2X matrices
are described by the manufacturer as a step up from the previous H2 range, sharing many of the same attributes, such as the integration of Class A HDBaseT technology to support full 5Play convergence of video, audio, two-way IR control, RS-232, Ethernet and PoH technology to remotely power receivers at display zones.
Both the 16x16 MX-1616-HDBT-H2X and 10x10 MX-1010-HDBT-H2X models integrate full-range 4K UHD HDMI 2.0 inputs capable of accepting HDR content at 2160p up to 60Hz with full 4:4:4 chroma subsampling. HDBaseT outputs distribute 2160p transmissions at 4:2:0 88bit and 60Hz or 4:2:0 10-bit HDR (BT.2020) at 24Hz. Both models include an equal number of HDMI outputs on HDBaseT matrices for connection to AVR, additional extender devices or displays, with the H2X including HDMI 2.0 video support to further expand its 4K distribution capabilities.
For the first time by WyreStorm, the matrices integrate audio matrix functionality that includes DSP (EQ, delay and gain). Up to three separate audio sources can be routed to each of the 16 audio zone outputs (10 audio outputs on the MX-1010-HDBT) for a total of 48 possible audio inputs (30 on the 10x10 matrix). The H2X is also fully compatible with the HDCP 2.2 copy protection standard.
Both models in the H2X line feature CEC to manage power of source devices as well as TVs and projectors. They feature an ‘AVR Priority Mode’ which reportedly solves the issue of mixing multichannel and stereo zones on a single video matrix, by enabling the matrix to prioritise certain zones to have multichannel surround sound where an AVR is on.