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DEALER TECHNOLOGY UPDATE
HDMI 2.1 IS ALREADY HERE.
IS YOUR AV SYSTEM READY?
Apple's newly announced Apple TV 4K has brought HDMI 2.1 back into focus. For integrators, the bigger story is making sure switches, splitters, matrices, extenders and cables are selected for the features each project actually needs.
WHAT APPLE TV ACTUALLY SUPPORTS
The fourth-generation Apple TV 4K supports HDMI 2.1 and Quick Media Switching (QMS), with video output up to 4K at 60 fps. HDMI 2.1 does not automatically mean a source supports 4K/120Hz, VRR or every optional HDMI 2.1 feature.
WHY HDMI 2.1 MATTERS FOR INSTALLERS
✓ QMS: Reduce black-screen delays when compatible equipment changes frame rates at the same resolution.
✓ eARC: Support higher-bandwidth audio return in compatible systems.
✓ FRL: Enable higher-bandwidth HDMI links when devices and signals require them.
✓ 4K/120 and VRR: Important for compatible gaming sources, displays and signal paths.
SIMPLIFIED MFG: BUILT FOR THE SIGNAL PATH
Solutions for high-bandwidth switching, distribution, extension and audio integration.
SW41e-8K
4×1 HDMI 2.1 switch with eARC routing
48Gbps switching, flexible audio routing and support for advanced HDMI 2.1 signals.
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SP12S-8K
1×2 automatic scaling splitter
Distribute to two displays with different capabilities, including automatic scaling and HDR-to-SDR conversion where needed.
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M88-8K
8×8 HDMI 2.1 scaling matrix
48Gbps signal handling, independent output scaling and flexible audio extraction for multi-zone projects.
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EX2-8K
40Gbps HDMI extender over category cable
Extend supported high-bandwidth signals up to 295 feet (90 m) at 40Gbps under specified installation conditions.
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Centrinsix HDMI 2.1
Active optical HDMI cables
High-bandwidth 48Gbps cable options for professionally installed systems; verify model-specific eARC/ARC support.
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AUDEX3eARC
HDMI 2.1 audio extraction and routing
A flexible way to feed compatible eARC and HDMI audio equipment while maintaining a high-bandwidth video path.
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Not every project requires every HDMI 2.1 feature. The right design preserves the capabilities your source, display and customer actually need, with room for future upgrades.
CONTACT DSG METRO ABOUT YOUR NEXT PROJECT
Project design assistance, product selection and dealer support
516-929-9440 | dsgmetro.com
DIGITAL SALES GROUP METRO
Your manufacturer's representative partner for
professional AV solutions across the Northeast.
516-929-9440 | sales@dsgmetro.com
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