MuxLab IMU-500424 - 1x4 UHD-4K HDMI/HDBaseT Distributor for Professional Installations
The MuxLab IMU-500424 is an advanced signal distributor designed specifically for professional environments requiring reliable, high-quality transmission to multiple destinations. This device allows you to take a single HDMI 1.4 source and simultaneously distribute it to four HDBaseT outputs, facilitating the extension of video and audio over long distances using a single Cat 5e or Cat 6 network cable. It is the ideal solution for audiovisual infrastructures seeking to minimize cabling without sacrificing performance, ensuring a clean and synchronized signal across all connected displays.
In addition to its four remote outputs, this model incorporates a local HDMI loop-out . This feature is crucial for direct monitoring in the server rack or for cascading other distributors, allowing the system to scale according to project needs. Thanks to its Class B HDBaseT technology, the device not only transmits uncompressed video and audio, but also manages bidirectional RS232 and IR control signals, centralizing control of all connected devices from a single point.
Designed for ultra-high definition, the MuxLab 500424 supports resolutions up to 4K UHD (3840x2160) at 30Hz with 4:4:4 color subsampling, ensuring exceptional sharpness for digital signage and corporate presentations. For longer distances, it maintains a stable 1080p resolution at 60Hz. Its robust metal chassis and efficient design, including mounting ears, make it perfect for integration into standard rack cabinets, offering optimal heat dissipation and extended durability for continuous 24/7 operation.
Main features
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HDBaseT technology: Enables the extension of video, audio and control signals through standard twisted pair cabling (Cat 5e/6), drastically reducing installation costs compared to traditional long-distance HDMI.
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UHD 4K Resolution: Compatible with resolutions up to 4K @ 30Hz (4:4:4) at a distance of up to 40 meters, and Full HD 1080p @ 60Hz up to 70 meters, ideal for high-fidelity content.
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Advanced Control Management: Supports bidirectional RS232 and infrared (IR) command transmission, allowing control of both the source from remote displays and the displays from the source location.
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High-End Audio Support: Compatible with professional audio formats such as LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, guaranteeing an immersive sound experience.
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HDMI Loop Out: Includes an additional HDMI port for connecting a trusted local monitor or for daisy-chaining multiple units, expanding the total number of outputs.
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PoE (Power over Ethernet) Compatibility: Capable of powering compatible receivers (such as the MuxLab 500451-RX or 500454-RX) directly through the network cable, eliminating the need for external power supplies on the display side.
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EDID Management: Incorporates DIP selectors for intelligent EDID management, ensuring maximum compatibility between the source and the different connected monitors.
Product benefits
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Simplified and Clean Installation: By using a single Ethernet cable for video, audio, control and power (PoE), the tangle of cables behind TVs and projectors is eliminated, achieving an aesthetic and professional finish.
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Enterprise Reliability: Designed to operate in critical environments, it offers stable signal transmission with no perceptible latency or compression artifacts, essential for digital signage and security.
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Design Flexibility: The ability to cover distances of up to 70 meters gives integrators the freedom to place the screens where they will have the greatest impact, away from the server room or equipment rack.
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Scalability: Its local output port allows the system to be easily expanded without the need to replace the central equipment, protecting the investment in the long term.
Use cases
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Retail and Commerce: Distribution of identical promotional content on multiple screens located at different points in a store or shopping center.
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Hospitality and Catering: Sports bars and restaurants that need to show the same sporting event on several televisions distributed throughout the premises with 4K quality.
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Corporate and Educational Environments: Conference rooms, auditoriums or lecture halls where it is necessary to send the signal from a presenter to multiple projectors or visual reinforcement monitors.
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Control Centers: Distribution of critical information or dashboards to multiple operator stations while maintaining local monitoring.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What type of cable should I use for maximum performance?
The use of high-quality, solid-core Cat 5e or Cat 6 cable (preferably shielded if there is interference) is strongly recommended to ensure maximum distances of 40m at 4K and 70m at 1080p.
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Does the distributor power the receivers or do I need to plug them in?
This model supports PoE (Power over Ethernet), so if you use compatible MuxLab receivers, they will receive power directly through the network cable, without needing to be connected to the electrical current at the destination.
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Can I control the volume or change the channel from another room?
Yes, thanks to the IR and RS232 signal extension, you can use the remote control of your source (such as a set-top box or Blu-ray player) by pointing it at receivers located next to the remote TVs.
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Is it HDCP compliant?
Yes, it complies with the HDCP 1.4 standard, allowing the transmission of protected content such as movies and sports broadcasts without signal blocking.
Project description
HDMI 1x4 splitter and extender over HDBaseT, supporting resolutions up to 4K@30Hz (4:4:4) and 1080p@60Hz. It features one HDMI input, four RJ45 HDBaseT outputs, and one local loop-through HDMI output for monitoring or cascading. It allows for the transmission of video, audio, RS232, and bidirectional IR signals over a single Cat5e/6 cable up to 40 meters in 4K and 70 meters in 1080p. It is HDCP 1.4 compliant and offers advanced EDID management via DIP switches. It supports LPCM 7.1, Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio formats. It provides PoE functionality for remote powering of compatible receivers. The video bandwidth is 10.2 Gbps. It includes an external 24V DC power supply and a metal chassis suitable for surface or rack mounting.
