Jordan O'BrienMalvern, UK. – HD Connectivity Ltd (HDC) is pleased to announce the launch of the HDanywhere 4×2 (four sources, two TV locations) Hybrid matrix switcher, featuring HDMI, HDBaseT long-distance signal transmission technology and PoE (Power over Ethernet).
Hybrid is the combination of a standard HDMI Matrix Switcher with a Multiroom+PoE module in a small form factor package – creating a SMART HDTV signal distribution system that gives users the ability maximize all their home entertainment technology such as subscription TV and Blu-Ray to its fullest potential. Users can watch, control and enjoy all their devices in stunning HD video and audio, plus a fast Internet connection at two TV locations instead of one.
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HDanywhere HDBaseT 4×2 matrix switch from HD Connectivity
Hybrid has been specifically designed to appeal to the UK average two TV householders. It is a low-cost, incredibly easy to install system, which as an affordable entry to multiroom HD entertainment, perfect for apartments and the vast majority of homes. David Anderson, HDanywhere Business Development Manager.
The system comprises of a central hub and a TV-mountable PoE receiver module – meaning that a separate power supply is not required. The receiver module simply connects back to the hub via single network cable (Cat5e/6) up to 100m long.
Users have the ability to select and control source functions such as pause, play and rewind, thanks to IR (infrared) remote control pass back to the hub. You can pause in one room and resume in another,
When a broadband router is connected to the Multiroom+ central hub, fast Internet is also piped to each TV location. This means that users can maximise the full feature-set of the latest SMART TVs as a robust Internet connection is essential for buffer-free viewing of on-line streaming services such as Netflix, Love Film and BBC iPlayer.
HDBaseT technology allows uncompressed HDMI, Fast Ethernet, PoE signals to be transmitted up to 100m over a single Cat5e/6 cable to the TV locations.
All IR cabling. system remote and 3rd party home automation drivers are bundled free for all major control systems, including Control4, AMX, RTI, URC.
Other Receiver module options include innovative tabletop and wall plate back box designs, all featuring PoE meaning that a separate power supply is not required.
The HDanywhere 4×2 Hybrid Matrix (HKM42BTP) is available now with an SRP of £499.99
HDanywhere are featuring products on the HDBaseT Alliance booth, located: LVCC, South Hall 2 – MP25168