Key Digital KD-HDMI2X1 Specification Sheet
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KD-HDMI2x1 & KD-HDMI4x1 switchers by Key Digital®
are state-of-the-art HDMI (HDCP compliant) multi-input
to one output switchers that maintain crystal-clear, pristine
pictureand sound quality. Both switchers present a
transparent solution for home theaters, custom installers,
retailers, and all digital video/audio switching applications.
KD-HDMI2x1 & KD-HDMI4x1 switchers support ALL digital
HD and SD video standards including 1080p/60, and a
multitude of analog and digital audio formats.
KD-HDMI2x1 & KD-HDMI4x1 switchers feature IAS™
Intelligent Auto Sense signal detection and switching,
pushbutton control, status monitoring, LEDs, IR remote
control, and support for HDMI’s CEC.
KD-HDMI2x1 & KD-HDMI4x1 switchers support multiple
unit expandability, are individually addressable and DVI-D
compatible with Key Digital® adapters and cables.
Product Features:
Digital switching of multiple (2 or 4) HDMI inputs
to one (1) HDMI output
Compatible with all video resolutions
Auto sensing signal presence and switching to active input
Supports HDMI, Toslink, PCM and analog L/R Audio
Compliant with HDCP Copy Protection
Supports CEC (Consumer Electronics Control)
Pushbutton control, and corresponding LEDs for status
HDMI hot-plug detect LEDs provided on the input HDMI
connectors
Easy-to-operate IR remote control
RS-232 port
Wired IR control port
Compatible with all control systems
Field upgradable firmware [see note 1]
Built-in mounting flanges
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Video & Audio Formats Supported
HDMI Video & Audio:
Handles clock rates up to 165 MHz
Compatible with all video resolutions, including:
Up to 1080p/60
ALL frame rates, including 60 Hz, 50 Hz, and 72 Hz
refresh rates
Supports products with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital
Content Protection)
In addition to the audio over the HDMI link, supports the
following audio formats:
Toslink Optical audio inputs and output
Digital PCM audio inputs and outputs
Analog stereo left & right audio inputs and outputs
Video & Audio Input Banks
Up to four (4) HDMI Video/Audio input banks labeled “Input
1” ,“Input 2” and “Input 3” and “Input 4” on the front panel,
with the following connectors:
HDMI Video & Audio: HDMI Type A 19-pin connectors
In addition to audio over the HDMI link, input options for
audio include:
Toslink optical audio inputs (Toslink connectors)
Digital PCM audio inputs (white RCA female jacks)
Analog stereo left & right audio inputs (4 or 2 RCA female
jack pairs: [white = left & red = right]
Video & Audio Output Bank
One (1) HDMI Video/Audio output bank labeled “Output 1”
on the rear panel, with the following connectors:
HDMI Video & Audio: HDMI Type A 19-pin connector
In addition to the audio provided over the HDMI link, output
options for audio include:
Digital PCM audio outputs (white RCA female jack), if digital
PCM is input from a source
Toslink optical audio
Analog stereo left & right audio outputs (2 RCA female
jack pairs: [white = left] & [red = right])
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Connectors
Each input and the output is comprised of the following
connectors:
HDMI: HDMI Type A 19-pin connector
Digital Coaxial PCM audio: 1 x RCA female,
white = left jack
Optical audio: Toslink connector
Analog stereo left & right audio: RCA female
(1 each color-coded left & right)
RS-232C: D-sub 9-pin
5-pin power connector for external AC-DC power supply
3.5 mm mono jack for serial (wired) IR input
Status and Control
User-selectable input video and audio source for distribution
to the display:
Pushbutton control, and corresponding LEDs for status
HDMI hot-plug detect LEDs provided on the input HDMI
connectors
IR remote control:
Separate front- and rear-panel IR sensors provided
Supports up to 99 units on the same IR network
Wired IR serial connector provided
RS-232 port:
Compatible with all control systems: AMX, Crestron, Elan,
Control4, Xantech etc.
Used for Firmware upgrades
Supports CEC (Consumer Electronics Control)
Mechanical
Operating Temperature Range: 0° – 70° C (32° – 158° F)
Product Size: 17 x 11 x 1.5 inches
(excluding mounting flanges)
Product Weight: 8 lbs. (excluding external power supply)
Enclosure type: Metal
Input power: External AC-DC
power supply included
(5 Volt DC @ 5 Amps,
110-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz)
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KD-HDMI4x1
HDMI Switcher with capability of switching
4 HDMI/HDCP/DVID (up to 1080p) Inputs
to 1 HDMI/HDCP/DVID Output
KD-HDMI2x1
HDMI Auto Switcher with capability of
switching 2 HDMI/HDCP/DVID (up to 1080p)
Inputs to 1 HDMI/HDCP/DVID Output
[1] Contact Key Digital® ([email protected]) with the Serial Number of your
unit to determine the correct Firmware Upgrade procedure for your unit. Check
our web site at www.keydigital.com for Firmware Upgrade instructions and
notification of any available Firmware Upgrades for your unit.
521 East 3rd Street, Mount Vernon, NY 10553
Phone :: 914.667.9700 Fax :: 914.668.8666
Web :: www.keydigital.com
Key Digital
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Supported Technologies
Home Theater Application
Model: KD-HDMI2x1
Entertainment Venue Application
Model: KD-HDMI4x1
HDMI
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front
HDMI
Toslink Audio
Toslink Audio
RS232 Control
Wired IR
IR Control
IR Control
Surround Sound
KD-HDMI2x1
Cable Box
DVD Player
Projector
HDMI
HDMI
KD-HDMI2x1
KD-HDMI4x1