WyreStorm Essentials 8K60 HDMI Switcher Series

SKU: EXP-SW-0X01-8K

Description: Our plug-and-play 8K HDMI switcher series can send uncompressed video up to 8K@60Hz or 4K@120Hz. Supports DSC 1.2a pass-through for lossless 10K@120Hz signals. Available in models with multiple inputs, with audio de-embed and ARC functionality for 5.1 audio systems. Features auto switching and CEC passthrough.

Use Cases

Residential

Switch between 8K sources and consoles in home theaters or media rooms, while distributing 5.1 audio via audio de-embed or ARC.

Retail

Showcase 8K source content on multiple 8K displays for in-store demonstrations of high-res TV capabilities.

Key Features

• DSC passthrough supporting 10K@120Hz
• All HDR formats including HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG
• HDMI 2.1 features: ALLM, VRR, QFT, QMS
• Audio de-embed (S/PDIF) and ARC
• IR remote, RS-232 control (4x1 model)
• Supports auto/manual switching and CEC passthrough
• EDID management via DIP switches
• Up to 40Gbps (FRL), 18Gbps (TMDS)

Technical Specifications

Transmission

• Encoding: Uncompressed (DSC 1.2a when required)
• Latency: Zero
• Bit Rate: 40Gbps

Video

• Input: 2x HDMI (EXP-SW-0201-8K), 4x HDMI (EXP-SW-0401-8K)
• Output: 1x HDMI
• Resolutions: Up to 10240x4320p @120Hz with DSC
• Standards: HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, BT.2020

Audio

• ARC Supported
• Formats: PCM 2ch, Multichannel LPCM, DTS-X, Dolby Atmos
• Sampling Rate: Max 192KHz
• Channels: Up to 32

Communication & Control

• HDMI 2.1 | HDCP 2.3 | CEC | EDID | VRR | QFT | QMS
• IR: 1x Front Panel Sensor
• Push Button: Front Panel
• RS-232: 1x 3-Pin Terminal Block (4x1 only)

Power

• Supply: 12V DC 1A
• Max Consumption: 3.5W

Environmental

• Max BTU: 12BTU/hr
• ESD: 8kV air / 4kV contact

In the Box

• 1x 8K Switcher
• 1x DC 12V PSU (US,UK,EU,AU)
• 1x IR Receiver Cable
• 1x IR Remote (battery not included)
• 2x Mounting Brackets
• 1x 3-Pin Phoenix Connector (EXP-SW-0401-8K)
• 1x Quickstart Guide