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Octava introduces the HD42CATMX, 4x2 HDMI matrix switch over CAT cable,as part of the Pro HD video distribution product line.

Based on the popular HD44CATMX, the HD42CATMX allows sharing of 4 High Definition sources to 2 'remote' Zones over dual CAT6 cables! The HD42CATMX is a non-blocking matrix - view any Source on Any Display in 16 combinations. The HD42CATMX can additionally connect to a Local Display or AV Receiver over HDMI and Optical Digital Audio.

The HD42CATMX was designed to suite systems that require 2-3 displays with all the professional features of a larger matrix switch such as: RS-232 controls, infared remote control routing,service port for EDID management and Power over Cable for the in Room zone receivers.

Features:
-View any 4 Source devices simultaneously on 2 'Remote' Display devices + 1 Local "mirrored" HDMI output.
-HDMI and CAT RJ-45 active simultaneously (allows for 3 displays or 2 Display + 1 AV Receiver)
-Infrared IR Routing over CAT allows IR control of Matrix plus Source devices.
-Broadcast IR port allows you to control an AV Receiver from one or both Remote Zones.
-PoC (Power over Cable) to directly power both In-room Zone Receivers from the matrix over the CAT6 cables allowing for a clean and compact installation.
-1 RU Rack mountable for professional installations.
-EDID Management plus custom EDID via USB service port.