Monoprice Blackbird 4K60 8x8 Video Matrix Switcher with HDMI plus Web based GUI, IR and RS-232 Control
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Key Features
- Independently distributes any of eight HDMI® inputs to any of eight HDMI outputs
- Compliant with the HDMI 2.0 and HDCP™ 2.3 standards
- Supports input and output video resolutions up to 4K@60Hz with YCbCr 4:4:4 color space
- Supports up to 18 Gbps video bandwidth
- Supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision™
- Includes eight audio output channels, each of which has a digital optical S/PDIF connector and a stereo pair of RCA jacks
- Each audio output channel can be independently assigned to output audio de‑embedded from any of the HDMI inputs or outputs
- It has advanced EDID® management and advanced HDCP handling
- Four of the eight outputs support video downscaling to 1080p@60Hz
- Each HDMI input and output port provides 5 VDC, 500mA of power for use with Active Optical Cables (AOC)
- It can be controlled using the front panel buttons, the included IR remote control, or with a computer using the built‑in web GUI or with RS‑232 control commands
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What type of rack mounting brackets would I need to put this into a rack?
Daniel Z
on Apr 18, 2021
BEST ANSWER: The unit comes with 2 rack mounting ear and small screws to attach the ears to the unit. Rack mounting screws are not included. Size of the unit on rack is 1U. Unit has 4 footing that are detached, inside the accessory box. You can always use a 1U or 2U rack shelf if you don't want to mount it with the ears.
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- Matthew L on Apr 20, 2021
- Purchased on Mar 31, 2021
BEST ANSWER: The unit comes with 2 rack mounting ear and small screws to attach the ears to the unit. Rack mounting screws are not included. Size of the unit on rack is 1U. Unit has 4 footing that are detached, inside the accessory box. You can always use a 1U or 2U rack shelf if you don't want to mount it with the ears.
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- Matthew L on Apr 20, 2021
- Purchased on Mar 31, 2021
This unit came with standard mounting ears in the box. Just screw them on and you should be good to go.
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- Andrew C on Apr 19, 2021
- Purchased on Jul 12, 2020
Ah, I purchased mine used and they were not included. Do you what the size would be?
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- Daniel Z on Apr 18, 2021
This unit comes with rack brackets to mount I. Standard tack
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- Dennis O on Apr 18, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 12, 2021
It comes with standard rack ears.
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- Christopher V on Apr 20, 2021
- Purchased on Aug 26, 2020
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Good day; how will be the vizualization in the hdtv if I select 2 or more inputs in 1 output ?? sample: inputs 1 and 3 in output 3...
A shopper
on May 9, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Well if I'm readying your question correctly you are asking if multiple inputs can be sent to a single output. The matrix will not do that. Each output can only received one input at a time. Multiple outputs can be using one input at a time, in those cases I have experienced no drop in quality. I do want to note that I have experienced and am still experiencing issues with this product. The outputs sporadically come in and out. You can be watching an input on an output and suddenly the output does not recognize any inputs, I have not found a way to fix it immediately, it randomly decides when it is going to work again.
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- Richard D on May 9, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 19, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Well if I'm readying your question correctly you are asking if multiple inputs can be sent to a single output. The matrix will not do that. Each output can only received one input at a time. Multiple outputs can be using one input at a time, in those cases I have experienced no drop in quality. I do want to note that I have experienced and am still experiencing issues with this product. The outputs sporadically come in and out. You can be watching an input on an output and suddenly the output does not recognize any inputs, I have not found a way to fix it immediately, it randomly decides when it is going to work again.
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- Richard D on May 9, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 19, 2018
I think you mean 1 input to multiple outputs I run 1 input (cable box, fire stick or android box) to 5 outputs 4 TVs and my surround sound all TVs are perfect pictures surround sound always good as well
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- robert n on May 9, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 18, 2017
You are missing the point. This is a video switch not a video mixer.
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- Paul E on May 9, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 23, 2017
it looks good 1 intup to all outupts works perfect even 1920 x1200
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- Adela L on May 9, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 22, 2017
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This is a video wall right? Like i can do a 2x2 showing the same video or individualize streams on different displays?
A shopper
on Feb 15, 2021
BEST ANSWER: As far as I know, this device cannot take a single image and split it up into 4 parts (i.e. top-left, top-right, bottom-left, bottom-right) like in a 2x2 video wall. It CAN take a single image and display that same image on multiple screens simultaneously. It can also stream up to 8 individual input sources to any of the 8 outputs simultaneously. I've had mine for about a month now and I love it!
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- Michael K on Feb 15, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 21, 2021
BEST ANSWER: As far as I know, this device cannot take a single image and split it up into 4 parts (i.e. top-left, top-right, bottom-left, bottom-right) like in a 2x2 video wall. It CAN take a single image and display that same image on multiple screens simultaneously. It can also stream up to 8 individual input sources to any of the 8 outputs simultaneously. I've had mine for about a month now and I love it!
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- Michael K on Feb 15, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 21, 2021
This is a matrix source to display switching device. You would use this in conjunction with a Video Wall Processor.
e.g., This would allow you to send video from input 1 to to the TV at output 6, or input 7 to output 2, input 4 to output 8, etc.. it doesn't do any video wall processing.
e.g., This would allow you to send video from input 1 to to the TV at output 6, or input 7 to output 2, input 4 to output 8, etc.. it doesn't do any video wall processing.
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- Bradley S J on Feb 15, 2021
- Purchased on Dec 7, 2020
This is a video distribution system. This matrix is designed to send any selected input to any selected output. You would need a product that supports video wall
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- Dennis O on Feb 15, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 12, 2021
This is not. This is a DA. If u want a video wall controller u need nova star or what came with your panels.
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- New User U on Feb 15, 2021
- Purchased on May 13, 2020
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Will this Matrix enable each TV to have a wired Ethernet connection when the router is plugged into the Ethernet port on the Matrix or do I have to run a separate cable and network switcher?
New User U
on Mar 19, 2021
BEST ANSWER: As far as I know, the ethernet port on the Matrix is only there to provide connectivity for the web-based GUI. The web GUI is one of the main reasons I bought this device. It allows you to switch input/output configurations, save/recall presets, and change EDID settings from any web browser on any device connected to your local network. If you want want wired ethernet to your TVs, then yes, you will need to run separate ethernet cable to a network switch. However, the whole point of the matrix is simplify the connection/distribution of multiple inputs to multiple displays. As long as your source devices (Firestick, cable box, computers, etc.) are wired with ethernet, then running ethernet to the TVs themselves would be an unnecessary redundancy.
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- Michael K on Mar 19, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 21, 2021
BEST ANSWER: As far as I know, the ethernet port on the Matrix is only there to provide connectivity for the web-based GUI. The web GUI is one of the main reasons I bought this device. It allows you to switch input/output configurations, save/recall presets, and change EDID settings from any web browser on any device connected to your local network. If you want want wired ethernet to your TVs, then yes, you will need to run separate ethernet cable to a network switch. However, the whole point of the matrix is simplify the connection/distribution of multiple inputs to multiple displays. As long as your source devices (Firestick, cable box, computers, etc.) are wired with ethernet, then running ethernet to the TVs themselves would be an unnecessary redundancy.
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- Michael K on Mar 19, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 21, 2021
The matrix does not distribute network connections. A separate Ethernet connection is required. You could use an HDbT Extender with Ethernet distribution to utilize on a single wire
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- Dennis O on Mar 19, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 12, 2021
You will need to run a seperate ethernet to the TV's. This matrix does not transfer ethernet over the HDMI.
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- Bradley S J on Mar 19, 2021
- Purchased on Dec 7, 2020
Each display requires it's own network connection independent of the video matrix.
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- Christopher V on Mar 22, 2021
- Purchased on Aug 26, 2020
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Can you use custom EDID's with this unit?
Shaun G
on Jan 1, 2018
BEST ANSWER: There doesn't appear to be any way to enter custom EDID codes. You can copy it from another source, but that's about it from what I can see
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- Shaun G on Jan 12, 2018
- Purchased on Jan 1, 2018
BEST ANSWER: There doesn't appear to be any way to enter custom EDID codes. You can copy it from another source, but that's about it from what I can see
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- Shaun G on Jan 12, 2018
- Purchased on Jan 1, 2018
I had to use this feature on my android boxes they would have bad color or picture sizing I have 2 connected read the manual it is very simple once you have read it closely and they work perfectly
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- robert n on May 9, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 18, 2017
Yes you can. I have not had to use that facility, but I would refer to the (online) manual as it is very comprehensive.
I am very impressed with the functionality of this device.
I am very impressed with the functionality of this device.
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- Paul E on Jan 1, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 23, 2017
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Can anyone comment on how noisy this unit is? I purchased an 8x8 matrix a while back that sounded like a jet engine. Looking for something fairly quiet.
Gil G
on Jan 22, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I have used about 5 or more. No noise and they did everything I wanted. I will continue to use these on installs
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- The Doc on Jan 22, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 25, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I have used about 5 or more. No noise and they did everything I wanted. I will continue to use these on installs
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- The Doc on Jan 22, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 25, 2019
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Can a source be only audio without video?
New User U
on Jan 10, 2021
BEST ANSWER: No, this device takes HDMI input only.
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- Christopher V on Feb 17, 2021
- Purchased on Aug 26, 2020
BEST ANSWER: No, this device takes HDMI input only.
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- Christopher V on Feb 17, 2021
- Purchased on Aug 26, 2020
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How is audio handled by this device? For example, one TV with just stereo and one with surround sound connected simutaneously. Will this device pass dolby atmos to in ceiling height speakers?
Ian M
on May 2, 2021
BEST ANSWER: The audio signal from this device is either Via HDMI or your de imbedded audio outputs. If you are using an Atmos processor, most common connection would be via HDMI. That should pass no issues. You can use the stereo signal for the second TV either via HDMI or analog, S/PDIF if using an amplifier.
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- Dennis O on May 21, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 12, 2021
BEST ANSWER: The audio signal from this device is either Via HDMI or your de imbedded audio outputs. If you are using an Atmos processor, most common connection would be via HDMI. That should pass no issues. You can use the stereo signal for the second TV either via HDMI or analog, S/PDIF if using an amplifier.
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- Dennis O on May 21, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 12, 2021
The matrix will pass what ever is input and the TV or surround sound processor will process what ever it will need..
If the audio/video being passed has Atmos then it will be processed by the AVR, if a TV only needs stereo then the TV will process that audio.
If the audio/video being passed has Atmos then it will be processed by the AVR, if a TV only needs stereo then the TV will process that audio.
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- Bradley S J on May 21, 2021
- Purchased on Dec 7, 2020
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Does it support the HLG format for HDR?
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on Jul 13, 2021
BEST ANSWER: From Wikipedia:
Hybrid log–gamma (HLG) is a backwards-compatible high dynamic range (HDR) standard that was jointly developed by the BBC and NHK. ... HLG is supported by HDMI 2.0b, HEVC, VP9, and H. 264/MPEG-4 AVC, and is used by video services such as BBC iPlayer, DirecTV, Freeview Play, and YouTube.
My understanding is, if the piece of equipment is HDMI 2.0 then it should be compatible.
Hybrid log–gamma (HLG) is a backwards-compatible high dynamic range (HDR) standard that was jointly developed by the BBC and NHK. ... HLG is supported by HDMI 2.0b, HEVC, VP9, and H. 264/MPEG-4 AVC, and is used by video services such as BBC iPlayer, DirecTV, Freeview Play, and YouTube.
My understanding is, if the piece of equipment is HDMI 2.0 then it should be compatible.
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- Bradley S J on Jul 14, 2021
- Purchased on Dec 7, 2020
BEST ANSWER: From Wikipedia:
Hybrid log–gamma (HLG) is a backwards-compatible high dynamic range (HDR) standard that was jointly developed by the BBC and NHK. ... HLG is supported by HDMI 2.0b, HEVC, VP9, and H. 264/MPEG-4 AVC, and is used by video services such as BBC iPlayer, DirecTV, Freeview Play, and YouTube.
My understanding is, if the piece of equipment is HDMI 2.0 then it should be compatible.
Hybrid log–gamma (HLG) is a backwards-compatible high dynamic range (HDR) standard that was jointly developed by the BBC and NHK. ... HLG is supported by HDMI 2.0b, HEVC, VP9, and H. 264/MPEG-4 AVC, and is used by video services such as BBC iPlayer, DirecTV, Freeview Play, and YouTube.
My understanding is, if the piece of equipment is HDMI 2.0 then it should be compatible.
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- Bradley S J on Jul 14, 2021
- Purchased on Dec 7, 2020
Since HLG is backwards compatible, it will by definition handle it.
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- Matt H on Jul 14, 2021
- Purchased on Feb 16, 2021
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Hi, do you have the RS232 Driver for this devise?
A shopper
on Sep 5, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Unit features an onboard control system and RS232 codes are listed in the product manual aveilable on the product page.
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- Manuel H Staff on Nov 30, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Unit features an onboard control system and RS232 codes are listed in the product manual aveilable on the product page.
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Does it work with a PS4 Pro or the new Apple TV in 4k HDR?
A shopper
on Sep 14, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes, it will work with all HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 Compliant devices. Both the PS4 Pro and new Apple TV 4K are HDMI 2,0 compliant.
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- Manuel H Staff on Oct 17, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes, it will work with all HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 Compliant devices. Both the PS4 Pro and new Apple TV 4K are HDMI 2,0 compliant.
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- Manuel H Staff on Oct 17, 2017
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What would happen if I, say, connect a 4K source (input) and send it to two of the outputs, one connected to a 4K TV and the other to a 1080P tv? Will properly handle it and send the "common denominator" (i.e. 1080p)?
Augustine S
on Dec 22, 2017
BEST ANSWER: By default, the switch will send the least common denominator (1080p) to your input device, which is good. After that, it's up to the input device to decide what to do. Unfortunately, very few devices handle this situation correctly, especially if the resolution changes after the device has been powered on (e.g. because you turned off one of the outputs.) In practice, it's probably not going to work.
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- Matthew S. K on Mar 18, 2018
BEST ANSWER: By default, the switch will send the least common denominator (1080p) to your input device, which is good. After that, it's up to the input device to decide what to do. Unfortunately, very few devices handle this situation correctly, especially if the resolution changes after the device has been powered on (e.g. because you turned off one of the outputs.) In practice, it's probably not going to work.
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- Matthew S. K on Mar 18, 2018
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Is there any Firmware update?
I have 1.0.1 and the Web interface could be improved, for instance to retain and display the proper EDID selected settings of each input.
I have 1.0.1 and the Web interface could be improved, for instance to retain and display the proper EDID selected settings of each input.
New User U
on Feb 16, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately we would not have any firmware updates for this item at the moment.
Unfortunately we would not have any firmware updates for this item at the moment.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jul 1, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately we would not have any firmware updates for this item at the moment.
Unfortunately we would not have any firmware updates for this item at the moment.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jul 1, 2019
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Does it work with Amazon Fire TV sticks? If so, does it work cleanly if it outputs the video from a single stick to more than one display?
A shopper
on Mar 17, 2018
BEST ANSWER: It is an input output device. Yes it will work and it sends a great signal. I haven't tried 4K. We use these in bowling centers.
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- The Doc on Apr 26, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 25, 2019
BEST ANSWER: It is an input output device. Yes it will work and it sends a great signal. I haven't tried 4K. We use these in bowling centers.
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- The Doc on Apr 26, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 25, 2019
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I am going to connect 3 dvr to send the signal to 5 hdtv, but how will be the vizualization if I send the signal of 2 or more inputs to 1 output ???
New User U
on May 9, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
You can only get one input to output at a time but you can have one input show up on multiple displays.
You can only get one input to output at a time but you can have one input show up on multiple displays.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jul 17, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
You can only get one input to output at a time but you can have one input show up on multiple displays.
You can only get one input to output at a time but you can have one input show up on multiple displays.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jul 17, 2019
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Is there any signal latency between inputs and output? I am not concerned about switching latency but latency from just the signal passing through. Looking to use it in a live production environment.
T.J. D
on Sep 4, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I use it for a gaming setup and it seems to be fine. I haven't had any audio or video lag with my devices. I can do a specific test if you need me to.
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- Haroon K on Sep 4, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 12, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I use it for a gaming setup and it seems to be fine. I haven't had any audio or video lag with my devices. I can do a specific test if you need me to.
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- Haroon K on Sep 4, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 12, 2017
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Does this support HDR10 ?
A shopper
on Dec 11, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This would support HDR 10.
This would support HDR 10.
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- Tyler C Staff on Aug 12, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This would support HDR 10.
This would support HDR 10.
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- Tyler C Staff on Aug 12, 2019
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Is there a warranty on this item?
Ian M
on Dec 14, 2018
BEST ANSWER: All of the matrices we sell that are not open box are covered by a one year replacement warranty and a 30 day refund policy.
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- Tyler C Staff on Dec 14, 2018
BEST ANSWER: All of the matrices we sell that are not open box are covered by a one year replacement warranty and a 30 day refund policy.
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Can this pass Dolby Vision and Atmos audio?
A shopper
on Feb 28, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This item would pass Dolby Vision but not Dolby Atmos.
This item would pass Dolby Vision but not Dolby Atmos.
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- Tyler C Staff on Aug 23, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This item would pass Dolby Vision but not Dolby Atmos.
This item would pass Dolby Vision but not Dolby Atmos.
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- Tyler C Staff on Aug 23, 2019
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Does this handle ARC?
Josh P
on Mar 14, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This item would not support ARC.
This item would not support ARC.
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- Tyler C Staff on Aug 28, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This item would not support ARC.
This item would not support ARC.
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- Tyler C Staff on Aug 28, 2019
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The manual says to come to this page and download the zip file containing the DfuSe Demonstration software to upgrade the firmware. Where is that?
Augustine S
on Jul 27, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Please contact us at [email protected] and our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 27, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Please contact us at [email protected] and our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 27, 2019
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I am looking to find out what the latency is when switching input/outputs? All inputs are 1080p going to 50" flat screens.
Rick B
on Jul 29, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Since this is not a seamless switch this could take up to 6 seconds for video to show up after switching.
Since this is not a seamless switch this could take up to 6 seconds for video to show up after switching.
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- Tyler C Staff on Aug 2, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Since this is not a seamless switch this could take up to 6 seconds for video to show up after switching.
Since this is not a seamless switch this could take up to 6 seconds for video to show up after switching.
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- Tyler C Staff on Aug 2, 2019
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I ordered this unit and will be using the RS-232 interface. I have some limited RS-232 programming experience and want to confirm I'm reading the manual correctly. Can I get the exact RS-232 command to connect input 1 to output 1? I think it might be 01V01.
Curtis R
on Sep 17, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
All RS-232 codes we have can be found in the manual: https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/manuals/24180_Manual_170516.pdf
All RS-232 codes we have can be found in the manual: https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/manuals/24180_Manual_170516.pdf
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 24, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
All RS-232 codes we have can be found in the manual: https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/manuals/24180_Manual_170516.pdf
All RS-232 codes we have can be found in the manual: https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/manuals/24180_Manual_170516.pdf
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 24, 2019
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Does this downmix the audio for the LR RCA audio ouputs?
Alex B
on Oct 17, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I sent it back. Did not like.
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- New User U on Oct 17, 2020
- Purchased on May 13, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I sent it back. Did not like.
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Is this unit rack mountable?
A shopper
on Apr 2, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Yes it comes with Rack mount ears and can be rack mounted. We have ours mounted in a standard 19" rack.
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- Joseph E on Apr 2, 2021
- Purchased on Mar 12, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Yes it comes with Rack mount ears and can be rack mounted. We have ours mounted in a standard 19" rack.
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- Joseph E on Apr 2, 2021
- Purchased on Mar 12, 2021
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Can I hook up eight tv’s to this blackbird matrix switch?
A shopper
on Sep 18, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes 8 inputs as well as 8 outputs.. any of the 8 inputs can go to any of the outputs. You can also have any input go to all outputs.. I really like it.
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- Stanford P on Sep 24, 2022
- Purchased on Apr 26, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes 8 inputs as well as 8 outputs.. any of the 8 inputs can go to any of the outputs. You can also have any input go to all outputs.. I really like it.
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- Stanford P on Sep 24, 2022
- Purchased on Apr 26, 2022
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Does this support Multiview output?
A shopper
on Oct 10, 2024
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The downscaling really isn't explained clearly even in the manual. Can you route a 4k60 signal to one of the non-downscaled outputs (output 1) and also through one of the downscaling outputs (output 5) so one can get a 4k60 signal on output 1 while output 5 gets a 1080p version of that signal?
A shopper
on Jul 22, 2025
BEST ANSWER: Hi, thank you for your inquiry. Yes, you can route the same 4K60 input source to both a 4K output (e.g., Output 1) and a downscaled output (e.g., Output 5) simultaneously
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- Jhomar R Staff on Jul 23, 2025
BEST ANSWER: Hi, thank you for your inquiry. Yes, you can route the same 4K60 input source to both a 4K output (e.g., Output 1) and a downscaled output (e.g., Output 5) simultaneously
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- Jhomar R Staff on Jul 23, 2025
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The onboard software is a little limited - has anyone found Windows software that works for this device?
Shaun G
on Jan 12, 2018
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Rated 5 out of 5
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Rated 5 out of 5
Using at a Cigar Bar
It works great; both the box itself and the web interface. 'Easy to configure... I am not a professional AV guy. Don't believe the negative reviews about startup and switch times. The time to switch via the box is maybe three seconds and it's nearly instantaneous using the WebGUI. I did not use the remote a lot, but it was fast switching too. And the boot up time is maybe 30 seconds if that. It worked well over a 80 foot run to a TV using an Active HDMI cable too.
Note, the only way to turn it off is with the remote control.
Note, the only way to turn it off is with the remote control.
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Rated 2 out of 5
Almost good
The button interface on this matrix is actually quite good. It was easy to switch multiple inputs quickly. It worked for quite a while, and I was pleased with this matrix compared to the other two I bought. However, the SPIF ports just stopped working after a while. The ports only work in stereo, anyway. The web interface is weird, and Chrome has a bunch of trouble opening it. I had to use Firefox to manage it. And, of course, as everyone mentioned, switching is quite slow. I would not recommend this product for reliability reasons, but it was my best matrix for a while.
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September 26, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5
Very Slow when start up and switching
when I turn power on it takes more than 3 minutes and switching time around 40 to 60 sec.
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Rated 5 out of 5
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Rated 1 out of 5
S.L.O.W - Unusable in our setup
Very Slow switching - unusable, need to return, Tried to use with a Control4 system and it takes over a minute to switch to proper inputs & catch up with the system.
Please contact us regarding returning this product. It's not being used due to the lag time in switching.
Thank you kindly
Please contact us regarding returning this product. It's not being used due to the lag time in switching.
Thank you kindly
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Rated 4 out of 5
Works great , easy to control with Savant . Took no time to write a Savant profile for it because the included manual had all the Serial control info and commands
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Rated 5 out of 5
Super useful and powerful! Cant wait to get another one for another customer!
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Rated 2 out of 5
Lackluster
Monoprice has usually been the affordable option with completely adequate equipment, however, this product has had problems with EID options, HDMI/CAT6 converters, standby usage, and difficulty finding firmware update as well. Also, no power off option. Will still continue to recommend Monoprice products, but would suggest spending a little more on an 8+ output HDMI matrix.
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Rated 4 out of 5
Does the job I needed, working fine as expected
Worked great after installation. Image of the lcd projector looks sharper than before. People in church is happy with the display, better than before.
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