Blustream CMX88CS-V2 Contractor Series 8x8 4K HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher with Audio Breakout

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Blustream CMX88CS-V2 Contractor Series 8x8 4K HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher with Audio Breakout

BU-CMX88CS-V2

The Blustream CMX88CS-V2 Contractor Series 8x8 4K HDMI Matrix Switcher delivers exceptional performance, flexibility and value for professional AV and custom installation applications. Featuring eight HDMI inputs and eight independently configurable HDMI outputs, it enables seamless distribution of up to eight HDMI sources across eight displays, allowing any source to be routed to any screen. Supporting HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2 and video resolutions up to 4K UHD 60Hz 4:4:4, the matrix delivers high-quality video distribution with intelligent downscaling for compatibility with mixed-resolution display systems. Integrated HDMI audio breakout, multichannel surround sound passthrough and advanced EDID management ensure reliable performance and flexible audio distribution. With versatile control options including front panel, IR, RS-232, TCP/IP and web GUI, alongside a compact 1U rack-mountable design, the CMX88CS-V2 is an ideal solution for commercial installations, residential AV distribution and multi-display environments.

Features & Benefits

  • Independently routes 8 HDMI sources to 8 HDMI displays
  • Supports HDMI 2.0 18Gbps specification including HDR
  • Supports video resolutions up to 4K UHD 60Hz 4:4:4
  • Intelligent video downscaling to 4K 60Hz 4:2:0 or 1080p for mixed-resolution displays
  • Supports industry-standard video resolutions from 480i to 4K UHD and VGA to WUXGA
  • Supports multichannel surround sound bitstream passthrough including object-based audio formats
  • HDMI zone audio breakout to balanced/unbalanced analogue L/R and optical digital outputs
  • Flexible control via front panel, IR, RS-232, TCP/IP and web GUI
  • Independent IR routing capabilities
  • Supplied with Blustream 5V IR receivers and emitters
  • Third-party drivers available for major control system brands
  • Advanced EDID management for each HDMI source input
  • HDCP 2.2 compliant for protected 4K content distribution
  • Compact 1U design for standard 19-inch rack mounting with installation kit included