MuxLab 500759-TX - 4K HDMI over IP Transmitter with PoE
The MuxLab 500759-TX is a high-performance HDMI-over-IP transmitter designed for professional and scalable distribution of 4K audio and video signals. This device allows you to send HDMI signals with resolutions up to 4K at 30Hz over a standard Ethernet network, reaching distances of up to 100 meters using a single Cat5e/6 cable. Its flexibility makes it the ideal solution for a wide range of applications, from commercial and corporate audiovisual installations to complex digital signage systems and video wall configurations.
Thanks to its visually lossless compression technology (JPG 2000) and ultra-low latency of just one frame (approximately 16 ms), the 500759-TX ensures smooth, high-quality video transmission, essential for real-time applications. Furthermore, its Power over Ethernet (PoE) compatibility dramatically simplifies installation by allowing the device to be powered directly through the network cable, eliminating the need for an external power supply at the installation point.
Main features
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4K over IP transmission: Sends HDMI video with resolutions up to 3840x2160 @ 30Hz (4:4:4) or 4K @ 60Hz (4:2:0) over a Gigabit Ethernet network.
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Long Range: Transmits the signal up to 100 meters using a single Cat5e or Cat6 network cable.
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Minimal Latency: With a typical latency of only one frame (16 ms), it is ideal for dynamic content and interactive applications.
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PoE Power: Compatible with the IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet standard, simplifying cabling and reducing installation costs by not requiring a local power supply.
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Configuration Flexibility: Supports point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, and multipoint-to-multipoint connections, allowing for the creation of fully scalable video distribution systems.
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Video Wall Capability: Designed to create video wall arrays of virtually any size (X by Y), using one receiver per screen.
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Extended Control: Incorporates RS232 and IR ports for bidirectional remote control of source and display devices.
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Analog Audio Input: It has a 3.5 mm minijack audio input that allows you to insert an external audio source into the transmitted HDMI signal.
Benefits for the professional installer
The MuxLab 500759-TX transmitter is designed to optimize the work of integrators and audiovisual professionals. Power over Ethernet (PoE) significantly reduces installation time and complexity, requiring only a single cable for both data and power. The ability to send signals over a standard IP network infrastructure offers unprecedented scalability compared to traditional HDMI cabling systems. This allows for easy expansion of any installation by adding more transmitters or receivers to the network. Centralized management, via the optional MuxLab 500812 network controller, simplifies the configuration and maintenance of complex systems, including the creation and management of video walls, directly from an intuitive web interface.
Use cases
This transmitter is the key component for a wide variety of professional projects:
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Digital Signage: Distribution of advertising and corporate content in shopping centers, airports, hotels and company headquarters.
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Control and monitoring rooms: Sending multiple video sources to a central video wall for monitoring security, industrial processes, or financial data.
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Education sector: Transmission of content from a central room to multiple classrooms, auditoriums or laboratories in universities and colleges.
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Hospitality and Leisure: Distribution of television channels, sporting events and promotional content in bars, restaurants and stadiums.
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Corporate environments: Sharing presentations and video in boardrooms, conference spaces and common areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum resolution supported by the 500759-TX?
It supports a maximum resolution of 4K (3840x2160) at 30Hz with 4:4:4 chroma subsampling, and also 4K at 60Hz with 4:2:0.
Do I need a special network switch?
A Gigabit (1000BaseT) switch that supports Jumbo Frame and IGMP is recommended for optimal performance, especially in multi-device configurations. If you wish to use PoE, the switch must be compatible with the IEEE 802.3af (PoE) standard.
Can I use it without the 500812 network driver?
Yes, the transmitters and receivers can operate in a simple point-to-point configuration without a controller. However, for multipoint systems and advanced video wall management, the 500812 controller is highly recommended.
Is the power supply included?
No, the device is designed to be powered by PoE. The external power supply is an optional accessory sold separately.
Project description
HDMI signal transmitter over IP network capable of transmitting resolutions up to 4K@30Hz (4:4:4) at a distance of 100 meters over Cat5e/6 cabling. It uses JPG 2000 compression with a latency of less than 33 ms. It features one HDMI 1.4 input, one 3.5 mm stereo audio input, one IR port, and one RS232 serial port. The output is an RJ45 connector that supports PoE (IEEE 802.3af). The device is configurable via DIP switch and compatible with the creation of video wall systems and point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, and multipoint-to-multipoint topologies. Dimensions: 112 x 129 x 25 mm. Weight: 0.68 kg.
