The AST Series PC / AV-over-IP Matrix Extender is a versatile product series consisting of a transmitter and receiver that extends HDMI, USB 2.0, RS-232, and IR signals over IP networks via standard CATx cables and a Gigabit Ethernet switch. This system supports various configurations, including point-to-point extension, point-to-multipoint distribution, multipoint-to-multipoint multicast, and video wall applications. The installation process is straightforward, involving a networking of IGMP-enabled Gigabit Ethernet switches and CATx cables to establish an extension, broadcast or matrix system.
This extender is an optimal choice for matrix switching, video walls, and KVM (Keyboard, Video, and Mouse) remote control integration solutions. Matrix switching can be performed via various methods such as keyboard hotkey commands, front panel buttons or third-party touch panels and control units using API commands.
AV-over-IP extenders offer a versatile and efficient solution for distributing audio and video signals over a network and across longer distance. Its advanced encoder/decoder technology allows for scalability and system expansion, while the modular design provides the flexibility to incorporate additional KVM and A/V product as needed.
Application Example
A. Point to Point Extension
B. Point to Multipoint Distribution C. Multipoint to Multipoint Matrix D. Billboard & Kiosk, PC to HDMI and USB Interactive Monitor E. Large Screen Video Wall Application |
Features:
· HDMI 2.0 and USB 2.0/1.1 over IP extension
· Supports HDMI resolutions up to 4K 60Hz 4:4:4
· HDMI loop-through on Transmitter
· Supports HDR and Dolby Vision
· HDCP 1.4 and 2.2 compliant
· Supports built-in EDID, EDID Copy, Pass-through and Auto-EDID configuration
· Bi-directional RS-232 extension
· IR extension
· Seamless KM switching on Transmitter and Receiver
· Supports KM over IP roaming – Seamless keyboard and mouse control across multiple systems by simply moving the mouse cursor across screen borders
· Ultra-low latency (under 0.5 frames)
· Versatile configurations such as Point-to-Point extension, Point-to-Multipoint distribution, Multipoint-to-Multipoint matrix, and Video Wall system
· Built-in Video Wall Processing (up to 8×8)
· Built-in Scaler on Receiver (decoder)
· Digital LED Indicators with Up and Down Push Buttons for easy source channel selection
· Supports multiple control methods via built-in web interface, front panel buttons, telnet and third party control development via API commands.
· Operates efficiently in a standard networking environment using Gigabit Ethernet switches and CAT5e/6 cables
· Supports up to 100m with CAT6/6a cable extension without Ethernet switch
· Supports external power adapter or Power over Ethernet (PoE 802.3af) for flexible installation options.
· Supports Multimode and Single-Mode Fiber Network Transceivers for greater distance.