Specifications

Crestron HD-MD8X1/2 QuickSwitch HD™ HDMI Switchers

QuickSwitch HD™ HDMI

Switchers: HD-MD8X1 &

HD-MD8X2

Introduction

QuickSwitch HD switchers from Crestron enable high-performance HDMI signal

selection while delivering trouble-free, low-latency switching of all your DVD and

Blu-ray Disc™ players, HDTV receivers, media servers, game consoles, multimedia

computers, surround processors and high-definition displays. The HD-MD8X1

features eight HDMI 1.3a inputs, and a single HDMI output to feed a video display

or processor while the HD-MD8X2 model features eight HDMI 1.3a inputs, and two

HDMI outputs to feed one or more video displays, processors, or switchers.

For simplicity within this guide, the term “HD-MD8X1/2” is used except where

noted.

Features and Functions

• Low-latency QuickSwitch HD™ switching technology available with

one or two HDMI outputs

• Supports HDMI 1.3a with Deep Color and 7.1 channel HD lossless

audio

• Compatible with DVI and DisplayPort Multimode (adapters required)

• Supports video resolutions up to WUXGA 1920x1200 and HD

1080p60

• Detects and reports detailed video and audio input information

• Manages HDCP digital rights management for connected devices

• Performs automatic AV signal format management via EDID

• Includes front panel controls with security lockout

• Allows audio breakaway switching

• Enables device control via CEC

• Simple setup and diagnostics via software

• Native control system integration via Ethernet or Cresnet

• Provides input expansion for the AMS-AIP

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Operations Guide – DOC. 6714A QuickSwitch HD™ HDMI Switchers: HD-MD8X1/2 • 1