Monoprice Blackbird 4K 18Gbps HDBaseT 8x8 HDMI Matrix Extender Switch over Cat6 with 8 Receivers and 8 IR Kits, 70m, HDR, HDCP 2.2, PoC, GUI, and De-Embedded Audio
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How does this compare to product 27842 (4k 18Gbps8x8 HDMI matrix), besides the de-embedded audio?
New User U
on Dec 13, 2018
Monoprice Blackbird 4K 18Gbps HDBaseT 8x8 HDMI Matrix Extender Switch over Cat6 with 8 Receivers and 8 IR Kits, 70m, HDR, HDCP 2.2, PoC, GUI, and De-Embedded Audio
Monoprice Blackbird 4K 8x8 HDBaseT Matrix with 7 Receivers, 70m, IR, S/PDIF, RCA, TCP/IP, RS-232, EDID, HDCP 2.2
BEST ANSWER: One difference is this one is 18GBps bandwith and supports HDR, the other is not.
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- Atul G on Jan 3, 2019
BEST ANSWER: One difference is this one is 18GBps bandwith and supports HDR, the other is not.
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- Atul G on Jan 3, 2019
There is a newer version of the "non-HDR" product listed here
Blackbird 4K HDMI Matrix, 8x8, HDBaseT, HDR, 18G, 4K@60Hz, YCbCr 4:4:4, HDCP 2.2, EDID, IR, SPDIF, RCA, TCP/IP, RS-232, with 6 Receivers 70m
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- John E on Oct 10, 2020
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Is this compatible with Control4 or Crestron Systems? Does it have any drivers and software included?
A shopper
on Apr 25, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
We would not offer any software for Control4 or Creston Systems.
We would not offer any software for Control4 or Creston Systems.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 11, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
We would not offer any software for Control4 or Creston Systems.
We would not offer any software for Control4 or Creston Systems.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 11, 2019
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How do the remote displays work?
A shopper
on Aug 20, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
If you are referring to the displays the receiver would connect to they would simply use the HDMI port that is on the receiver boxes to receive video and sound.
If you are referring to the displays the receiver would connect to they would simply use the HDMI port that is on the receiver boxes to receive video and sound.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 20, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
If you are referring to the displays the receiver would connect to they would simply use the HDMI port that is on the receiver boxes to receive video and sound.
If you are referring to the displays the receiver would connect to they would simply use the HDMI port that is on the receiver boxes to receive video and sound.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 20, 2019
I install different monitors, cable CT-5 / Select input, output and enter but no have images.
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- CARLO A on Apr 22, 2021
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I noticed there are 8 HBaseT outputs in the back, but also it appears there are 8 HDMI outputs for each HDBaseT. Does this mean each pair of HDBaseT/HDMI output can result in a mirror image? Thus being a 8x16?
A shopper
on Sep 26, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
That would be possible so technically this is an 8 x 16.
That would be possible so technically this is an 8 x 16.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 30, 2019
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That would be possible so technically this is an 8 x 16.
That would be possible so technically this is an 8 x 16.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 30, 2019
To be even more technical, it is an 8x8x2 (wherein each HDBaseT output has a cloned HDMI output).
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- James P on May 19, 2020
Can they be used simultaneously? per tech support you cannot use HDBaseT and HDMI ports at same time. have to pick which connection you want to use.
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- New User U on Jun 3, 2021
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Does this downscale? Ultimately 1 source in 4k going to a 4k TV and a 1080P provide a clear image on both displays? I have it narrowed down to this Matrix and another that states it does Downscale in the description.
New User U
on Dec 20, 2019
BEST ANSWER: It doesn't appear to. I started a 4k stream on my Fire TV that played fine on a 4k but wouldn't play on an old 1080p Samsung. The web UI doesn't give any options for up/down converting the video format, but you can impersonate an EDID to force the source into different formats.
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- Tim on Dec 21, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 11, 2019
BEST ANSWER: It doesn't appear to. I started a 4k stream on my Fire TV that played fine on a 4k but wouldn't play on an old 1080p Samsung. The web UI doesn't give any options for up/down converting the video format, but you can impersonate an EDID to force the source into different formats.
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- Tim on Dec 21, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 11, 2019
No, however you can add a downscaler prior to the display that is 4K HDR compatible. Monoprice 30460 would potentially work, or the RTI VDS-1x.
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- James P on May 19, 2020
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I'm working with pre-installed CAT-5, will that work with this matrix? would only be running 1080p @60
Andrew S
on Oct 8, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I installed this over pre-installed Cat-5e to upgrade to HDMI from RGB. Longest run was most likely 80-100ft or less. I didn't run into any issues with it working correctly at these fairly short distances.
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- Blake W on Oct 8, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 3, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I installed this over pre-installed Cat-5e to upgrade to HDMI from RGB. Longest run was most likely 80-100ft or less. I didn't run into any issues with it working correctly at these fairly short distances.
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- Blake W on Oct 8, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 3, 2019
Should work fine. We have installed several and like the product.
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- Receiving D on Oct 8, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 4, 2020
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can HDMI input wall ports be used with this device?
A shopper
on May 3, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
We would only recommend using a direct connection from the matrix to your display or devices.
The more connections you add to your setup the less likely it is that everything will work and work properly.
We would only recommend using a direct connection from the matrix to your display or devices.
The more connections you add to your setup the less likely it is that everything will work and work properly.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 12, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
We would only recommend using a direct connection from the matrix to your display or devices.
The more connections you add to your setup the less likely it is that everything will work and work properly.
We would only recommend using a direct connection from the matrix to your display or devices.
The more connections you add to your setup the less likely it is that everything will work and work properly.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 12, 2019
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Does the unit support Multicast output for the receivers? IE 1 in 4 out
New User U
on May 10, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Its a matrix so you can get any input to any output no matter how many inputs are currently selected.
Its a matrix so you can get any input to any output no matter how many inputs are currently selected.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 12, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Its a matrix so you can get any input to any output no matter how many inputs are currently selected.
Its a matrix so you can get any input to any output no matter how many inputs are currently selected.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 12, 2019
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Does anyone know if the IR transmitter works with things like cable boxes? I know some do not work so well over the IR link (Dual Band?)
David B
on Aug 13, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Yes, this would come with IR transmitters and receivers as well.
Yes, this would come with IR transmitters and receivers as well.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 20, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Yes, this would come with IR transmitters and receivers as well.
Yes, this would come with IR transmitters and receivers as well.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 20, 2019
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Is the switching seamless? By that I mean when you change inputs does the output dropout temporarily causing the display to go blue (searching for signal). I was thinking about using this in a church setting.
james r
on Sep 15, 2019
BEST ANSWER: No, it isn't completely seamless. There's a pretty noticeable 2-3 second gap when switching sources.
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- Tim on Sep 15, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 11, 2019
BEST ANSWER: No, it isn't completely seamless. There's a pretty noticeable 2-3 second gap when switching sources.
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- Tim on Sep 15, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 11, 2019
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Does this matrix switcher allow the user to setup presets for different input/output configurations?
A shopper
on Sep 29, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I spoke with support and they said it has presets.
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- Gary M on Jan 8, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I spoke with support and they said it has presets.
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- Gary M on Jan 8, 2020
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So you can watch 8 x 4K TVs all at the same time?
A shopper
on Nov 8, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I haven’t actually done it, but I don’t see why not. I have driven a mix of 7 1080p and 4K TVs at the same time.
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- Tim on Nov 9, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 11, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I haven’t actually done it, but I don’t see why not. I have driven a mix of 7 1080p and 4K TVs at the same time.
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- Tim on Nov 9, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 11, 2019
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I notice that the specs say:
Maximum HDBaseT Output Resolution4K@60Hz YCbCr 4:2:0
Does that mean that you can only get 4:4:4 resolution with HDMI cables over a short distance?
Maximum HDBaseT Output Resolution4K@60Hz YCbCr 4:2:0
Does that mean that you can only get 4:4:4 resolution with HDMI cables over a short distance?
David B
on Dec 31, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
You can only get the HDR color out of this extender only if you use the HDMI ports on the back of the main transmitter box.
You can only get the HDR color out of this extender only if you use the HDMI ports on the back of the main transmitter box.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 2, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
You can only get the HDR color out of this extender only if you use the HDMI ports on the back of the main transmitter box.
You can only get the HDR color out of this extender only if you use the HDMI ports on the back of the main transmitter box.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 2, 2020
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I would love for this to be controlled via APP. Is that anywhere in the near future??
A shopper
on Mar 9, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I was under the impression that there were compatible apps. I just installed this yesterday and I don't see where any apps will work with it.
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- Joseph F on Mar 10, 2020
- Purchased on Feb 4, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I was under the impression that there were compatible apps. I just installed this yesterday and I don't see where any apps will work with it.
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- Joseph F on Mar 10, 2020
- Purchased on Feb 4, 2020
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Can you buy additional IR remotes for this unit? Thanks.
New User U
on Dec 2, 2018
How do the analog audio outs work - does the corresponding HDMI output need to be connected to an actual display for analog audio out to work? Will the matrix decode Dolby/DTS/TrueHD/Master Audio input formats for analog audio out? If the input is multi-channel (5.1+, PCM/Dolby/DTS/TrueHD/Master Audio) will the matrix mix it down to stereo, or just discard all but the L/R channels?
Cody C
on Apr 6, 2019
Monoprice Blackbird 4K 18Gbps HDBaseT 8x8 HDMI Matrix Extender Switch over Cat6 with 8 Receivers and 8 IR Kits, 70m, HDR, HDCP2.2, PoC, GUI and De-Embedded Audio: Product # 27842.
1a. do the audio outs mirror the Cat6 outs
1b. IF the audio outputs mirror the Cat6 outputs, will both still output full audio?
2. I take it there is no ARC function. Are you planning to include ARC in your next edition
3. I take it there is no App to control it on Apple or Android. Are you planning this for the next version?
4. Are the components used for the IR system the same as on previous Monoprice Matrix, e.g., the 1x8
5. Can I use the receivers I have from my 1 x 8 Monoprice Matrix, at the "far" end of the Cat6 run.
6. My outputs go to 8 TVs around the house. They all control the same 7 devices from the "ALL" IR output on the main unit (i.e., 3 receivers, cable box, PS4, DVD, VHS,
7 ). MOST IMPORTANT: How do you suggest splitting the IR signal from the "ALL" out at the back of the main unit, so that there are 7 IR emitters? I have tried to do this with a Niles IR block splitter but it doesn't work.
1a. do the audio outs mirror the Cat6 outs
1b. IF the audio outputs mirror the Cat6 outputs, will both still output full audio?
2. I take it there is no ARC function. Are you planning to include ARC in your next edition
3. I take it there is no App to control it on Apple or Android. Are you planning this for the next version?
4. Are the components used for the IR system the same as on previous Monoprice Matrix, e.g., the 1x8
5. Can I use the receivers I have from my 1 x 8 Monoprice Matrix, at the "far" end of the Cat6 run.
6. My outputs go to 8 TVs around the house. They all control the same 7 devices from the "ALL" IR output on the main unit (i.e., 3 receivers, cable box, PS4, DVD, VHS,
7 ). MOST IMPORTANT: How do you suggest splitting the IR signal from the "ALL" out at the back of the main unit, so that there are 7 IR emitters? I have tried to do this with a Niles IR block splitter but it doesn't work.
John M
on Jul 8, 2019
What is "De-Embedded Audio"? I can't find an explanation anywhere. Thanks.
Grant M
on Feb 18, 2020
Does this support Dolby Vision HDR or HLG?
Cory F
on May 14, 2020
While it is possible to Enable / Disable HDCP on each output via the Web interface, is it also possible via RS232? There are RS232 commands that show the HDCP status, but not it seems to enable or disable it.
A shopper
on May 19, 2020
I understand that this device can be controlled via RS232 from a commputer, but can this device be controlled via commands sent over IP (i.e. NOT via the GUI, just text commands sent over IP by a third party controller)?
A shopper
on Jul 11, 2020
Will this product work with a Logitech Harmony elite remote control?
A shopper
on Aug 31, 2020
Does this support multiview?
A shopper
on Sep 19, 2020
I am trying to get the RS232 command interface to work. I can see the commands issued by the unit when I physically push the buttons, but typing in the commands (as indicated in the manual) produces no results or actions on the part of the main unit. How do the commands actually work?
Russell A
on Mar 22, 2021
Audio is not passing through the CAT6 output to the end point device. How do I fix this?
Russell A
on Jun 6, 2021
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Rated 3 out of 5
I want to give it a 5 start bc how cool the POE modulators are and the functionality of 8 in 16 out via Ethernet and HDMI but this thing caused me some pain all because Monoprice for some reason doesnt put the user manual in the profuct box sometimes and this cause an issue bc of how the EDID works on this switch. I am running 7 4k TVs and one 1080p projector for a church. If I would have know up front that the switch reads the EDID from the first output device which was a 4k TV it outputs the same EDID info for the remaining outputs which cause some issue in length. We ere playing a 1080p video pn all displays wondering why our lengths of 140 to 160ft werent working and the device says up to 230ft for 1080p but not knowing thr switch was outputting a 4k signal bc of the way it outputs the EDID cause us a lot of worthless work of rerunning cables for shorter lengths. Teouble shooting why our projector had a no signal smh bc it was trying to read a 4k signal on a 1080p projector. Do Bet
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So far perfect. I am an Audio Video professional usually dealing in Savant, Atlona etc....I had a client at a restaurant that needed a budget system. It has been 30 days and hasnt missed a beat.
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