Monoprice Blackbird 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix, 18G, 4K@60, YCbCr 4:4:4, EDID, 4K to 1080p Downscaler, IR
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Can the hdmi outputs be used to feed a 4K tv,4K projector and my VIZIO soundbar for my audio?
A shopper
on Jan 19, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Per the printed specifications, the unit is "rated" at 4K.... to that point, I would have to say 'yes'.... but I cannot guarantee that it will meet your requirements
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- Robin P on Jan 20, 2023
- Purchased on Feb 25, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Per the printed specifications, the unit is "rated" at 4K.... to that point, I would have to say 'yes'.... but I cannot guarantee that it will meet your requirements
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- Robin P on Jan 20, 2023
- Purchased on Feb 25, 2022
Yes, it will work fine. I have been doing just that, with no problems. Make sure your sound bar can take an HDMI input, not a digital or optical audio input.
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- gct on Jan 20, 2023
- Purchased on Feb 21, 2022
Yes! You can feed 4 signals into this matrix and switch them to any combination of 4K HDMI output devices that you desire.
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- Duane B on Jan 19, 2023
- Purchased on May 11, 2022
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Can this be used for gaming?
A shopper
on Feb 6, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes! I have 3 screens, a pc, an Xbox and a PlayStation. This allows me to put any input device on any of the three screens.
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- Zach M on Feb 6, 2022
- Purchased on Jan 16, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes! I have 3 screens, a pc, an Xbox and a PlayStation. This allows me to put any input device on any of the three screens.
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- Zach M on Feb 6, 2022
- Purchased on Jan 16, 2022
Yes, I stream my PS5 and XBOX.
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- Cunningham J on Mar 29, 2022
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Will this 4x4 matrix work with 1920x1200 (16:10) displays and/or 2560x1440 (16:9 1440p) displays? The manual says it can "copy out A/B/C/D" with the last four EDID settings, but I want to be sure.
Patrick H
on May 3, 2022
BEST ANSWER: I believe it will work fine for you. I use this switch to provide 2.4x1 Panavision type media to my projector.
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- gct on May 4, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 21, 2022
BEST ANSWER: I believe it will work fine for you. I use this switch to provide 2.4x1 Panavision type media to my projector.
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- gct on May 4, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 21, 2022
I own 8 of these switches for my home studio. Each switch can uphold 4 4K monitors or piggy back to another switch to more monitors of other resolutions.. The problem is the video card on the pc. I strongly advise two good video cards to keep stable pictures on the screens. Once the video cards are correct the matrixes have no problem with the video stability. I use the switches for video production which does require rapid refresh rates like gaming does.
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- Duane B on Jun 14, 2022
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Can I use this with different sources going to different TVs at the same time?
A shopper
on May 13, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes! You can have 4 different sources going to 4 different TVs. Or, You could have the same source going to 4 TVs. Or any combination.
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- Joe K on May 13, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 31, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes! You can have 4 different sources going to 4 different TVs. Or, You could have the same source going to 4 TVs. Or any combination.
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- Joe K on May 13, 2022
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Can this switch display 4k 60 with hdr and vrr to two tv or monitors? I want to connect multiple consoles to two tv's example ps5, swithc and xbox series x.
Ever F
on Jun 14, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes. This is a Matrix device, not a switch. So you can route your source input to any --or all-- of the 4 output ports.
Said another way: you can direct your source input to 1, or 2 or 3 or 4 output ports (displays) all at once.
Said another way: you can direct your source input to 1, or 2 or 3 or 4 output ports (displays) all at once.
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- gct on Jun 14, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 21, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes. This is a Matrix device, not a switch. So you can route your source input to any --or all-- of the 4 output ports.
Said another way: you can direct your source input to 1, or 2 or 3 or 4 output ports (displays) all at once.
Said another way: you can direct your source input to 1, or 2 or 3 or 4 output ports (displays) all at once.
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- gct on Jun 14, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 21, 2022
I own 8 of these switches for my home studio. Each switch can uphold 4 4K monitors or piggy back to another switch to more monitors. The problem is the video card on the pc. I strongly advise two good video cards to keep stable pictures on the screens. Once the video cards are correct the matrixes have no problem with the video stability. I use the switches for video production which does require rapid refresh rates like gaming does. Do I can't answer the vrr portion of your question.
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- Duane B on Jun 14, 2022
- Purchased on May 11, 2022
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What is the maximum distance allowed for the HDMI cables? I'm looking for a distance of at least 60 ft or 19 meters.
kevin w
on Jul 26, 2022
BEST ANSWER: I am running many HDMI cables at 35 feet with Redmere technology built into these directional cables. I see that Amzn sells Redmere cables up to 100 feet. My 4K video on multiple displays is awesome! HOpe this offers some guidance.
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- Duane B on Aug 2, 2022
- Purchased on May 11, 2022
BEST ANSWER: I am running many HDMI cables at 35 feet with Redmere technology built into these directional cables. I see that Amzn sells Redmere cables up to 100 feet. My 4K video on multiple displays is awesome! HOpe this offers some guidance.
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- Duane B on Aug 2, 2022
- Purchased on May 11, 2022
I am using HDMI to CAT5e transmitter back to CAT5e to HDMI receiver to run a distance of 150 ft
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- John S on Aug 1, 2022
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Does this device allow you to mix 60fps and 30fps settings? Example: Say you have a 4k60 display and a 4k30 display, can I input one 4k60 input and get both 4k60 and 4k30 output on the two displays?
A shopper
on Sep 13, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes, you may use mixed 60Hz and 30Hz outputs, but you must press the ‘SD’ (downscale) button for the 30Hz outputs to display a picture, when the source device is set to 60Hz.
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- Jeremy Y on Apr 15, 2023
- Purchased on Mar 13, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Yes, you may use mixed 60Hz and 30Hz outputs, but you must press the ‘SD’ (downscale) button for the 30Hz outputs to display a picture, when the source device is set to 60Hz.
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- Jeremy Y on Apr 15, 2023
- Purchased on Mar 13, 2023
I don't fully know about this. I figure the source input will need to provide the lesser supported resolution and frame rates. I don't believe the box has enough smarts to do this. I suggest you contact Monoprice support about this. Have a good day.
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- Ron P on Sep 25, 2022
- Purchased on Sep 5, 2022
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What does copy output 1, copy output 2, etc in the EDID settings mean?
A shopper
on Dec 1, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Copy EDID settings from output 1, output 2 simply means the matrix will copy the settings of that output and send the same settings to the other outputs. There is a page on the manual that explains the DIP switch settings and the corresponding Video/Audio settings (1080P, 4K, 30 Hz, 60 Hz, etc).
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- Steven W on Dec 1, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 7, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Copy EDID settings from output 1, output 2 simply means the matrix will copy the settings of that output and send the same settings to the other outputs. There is a page on the manual that explains the DIP switch settings and the corresponding Video/Audio settings (1080P, 4K, 30 Hz, 60 Hz, etc).
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- Steven W on Dec 1, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 7, 2022
Instead of setting the output specifically to one of the settings it will detect what the device supports and set that as the output formats available.
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- Charlie D on Dec 1, 2022
- Purchased on Jan 17, 2022
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Does this allow you to watch a movie displayed across all 4 tv's? I want to have one screen stretched across all 4 tvs.
A shopper
on Mar 2, 2024
BEST ANSWER: Correction to my previous answer - which is still ‘no’…. The unit is a four by four Matrix - (up to) 4 inputs switched to any of 4 outputs in any order……. It is NOT a video processor!
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- Robin P on Mar 3, 2024
- Purchased on Feb 25, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Correction to my previous answer - which is still ‘no’…. The unit is a four by four Matrix - (up to) 4 inputs switched to any of 4 outputs in any order……. It is NOT a video processor!
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- Robin P on Mar 3, 2024
- Purchased on Feb 25, 2022
This Matrix switcher will allow the same picture to be shown on all 4 outputs but not stretched over all 4. You will see 4 of the same image, not 1 image stretched over 4 screens.
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- Doug Sebens J on Mar 2, 2024
- Purchased on Aug 5, 2023
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I have 3 TV's that I want to display 3 different presentations all controlled by one laptop; will this device all the presentations?
A shopper
on Nov 15, 2024
BEST ANSWER: Hi, this depends on the feature available on your laptop. If there's only one source connected to the Matrix and 3 output monitors, it will only show the same information to all three monitors. I hope this helps.
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- Jhomar R Staff on Nov 18, 2024
BEST ANSWER: Hi, this depends on the feature available on your laptop. If there's only one source connected to the Matrix and 3 output monitors, it will only show the same information to all three monitors. I hope this helps.
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- Jhomar R Staff on Nov 18, 2024
Unless your laptop has three different video ports the answer is no. If you only have one video port, the same feed will go to all three displays even if you insert this matrix device in the middle. If you do have three ports on one machine, you don't need this matrix device.
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- Guest on Nov 15, 2024
- Purchased on Nov 24, 2023
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Can a Amazon Fire TV Stick be inserted into one of the inputs?
Rene M
on Dec 6, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Yes, any device can be plugged into it, so long as you can power it from a wall or adapter, and the remote can reach wherever the matrix is based.
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- Russell B on Jan 17, 2024
- Purchased on Oct 27, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Yes, any device can be plugged into it, so long as you can power it from a wall or adapter, and the remote can reach wherever the matrix is based.
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- Russell B on Jan 17, 2024
- Purchased on Oct 27, 2023
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Do the Slim Run HDMI Fiber cables function with this device?
Rick M
on Feb 9, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Any HDMI cable should work with it, so long as it meets the basic standards for HDMI compliance. I'm using Monoprice 8k cables with it, and have no issues with anything.
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- Russell B on Jan 17, 2024
- Purchased on Oct 27, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Any HDMI cable should work with it, so long as it meets the basic standards for HDMI compliance. I'm using Monoprice 8k cables with it, and have no issues with anything.
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- Russell B on Jan 17, 2024
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Can this 4 x 4 matrix switch be used in conjunction with a Blackbird 15376 4 x2 matrix HDMI switch without remote control problems? Specifically, are the remote controls different so that the remote control for one wouldn't inadvertently change a selection on the other?
Bob
on Feb 11, 2022
BEST ANSWER: I bought the 4x4 matrix switch and found that its remote control and that of the 4x2 matrix switch do not interfere with each other. By the way, the 4x4 remote control is a higher quality remote and has separate buttons, not just bumps like the small remote for the 4x2.
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- Bob on Mar 2, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 25, 2022
BEST ANSWER: I bought the 4x4 matrix switch and found that its remote control and that of the 4x2 matrix switch do not interfere with each other. By the way, the 4x4 remote control is a higher quality remote and has separate buttons, not just bumps like the small remote for the 4x2.
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- Bob on Mar 2, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 25, 2022
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Does this come with rack mount ears?
Scott
on Feb 26, 2022
BEST ANSWER: It comes with 2 small square metal pieces in a plastic bag. I assume they are for rack mounting, but I didn't use them.
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- Bob on Mar 2, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 25, 2022
BEST ANSWER: It comes with 2 small square metal pieces in a plastic bag. I assume they are for rack mounting, but I didn't use them.
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- Bob on Mar 2, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 25, 2022
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I have four displays I would like to connect to this matrix - two of them are 4k/60 and the other two are 1080p/60. Will this device output 4k/60 to two outputs and 1080p/60 to the other two outputs simultaneously? Some literate in the manual leads me to believe it will not achieve my desired function "you should choose an EDID in which all the settings are supported by all the displays."
If anyone can confirm I would greatly appreciate it.
If anyone can confirm I would greatly appreciate it.
Kyle H
on Apr 8, 2022
BEST ANSWER: I have 7 of the 4K Blackbirds in my video switching network. I never have had a problem with these matrixes in the main 4K Matrix supporting 2 4K monitors and 2 1080p monitors which is my basic configuration. HOWEVER, it depends on your PC video cardS. I found that if I am using only one video card to output to the matrix and then 4 displays in the above configuration I often had meltdowns. due to the single video card could not maintain the bandwidth of information to supply 4 monitors. NOW, I have PCs in the network that have 2 video cards to output to the matrix. I highly recommend these matrixes as an affordable solution. There are more expensive matrixes out there but in my situation these work fine and I have them set up so that any PC can deliver video to any monitor in an array of extended displays in W10.
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- Duane B on Aug 2, 2022
- Purchased on May 11, 2022
BEST ANSWER: I have 7 of the 4K Blackbirds in my video switching network. I never have had a problem with these matrixes in the main 4K Matrix supporting 2 4K monitors and 2 1080p monitors which is my basic configuration. HOWEVER, it depends on your PC video cardS. I found that if I am using only one video card to output to the matrix and then 4 displays in the above configuration I often had meltdowns. due to the single video card could not maintain the bandwidth of information to supply 4 monitors. NOW, I have PCs in the network that have 2 video cards to output to the matrix. I highly recommend these matrixes as an affordable solution. There are more expensive matrixes out there but in my situation these work fine and I have them set up so that any PC can deliver video to any monitor in an array of extended displays in W10.
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- Duane B on Aug 2, 2022
- Purchased on May 11, 2022
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Does this support ARC, eARC, or CEC?
A shopper
on Aug 6, 2022
BEST ANSWER: I know this does not support CEC, not even pass through. I see this as a win. If it did, every time I turned on my PS5, it would switch on EVERY TV it's plugged into.
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- Russell B on Jan 17, 2024
- Purchased on Oct 27, 2023
BEST ANSWER: I know this does not support CEC, not even pass through. I see this as a win. If it did, every time I turned on my PS5, it would switch on EVERY TV it's plugged into.
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- Russell B on Jan 17, 2024
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Will this pass 720p an 1080i signals as well?
tracy t
on Aug 14, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes, anything up to 4k can be passed, but 720 looks weird on some screens with it.
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- Russell B on Jan 17, 2024
- Purchased on Oct 27, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Yes, anything up to 4k can be passed, but 720 looks weird on some screens with it.
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- Russell B on Jan 17, 2024
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Will it also output 720p and 1080i?
tracy t
on Aug 14, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes, anything up to 4k can be passed, but 720 looks weird on some screens with it.
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- Russell B on Jan 17, 2024
- Purchased on Oct 27, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Yes, anything up to 4k can be passed, but 720 looks weird on some screens with it.
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- Russell B on Jan 17, 2024
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Can I use this to output to my 4K tv , 4K projector and my VIZIO soundbar for the audio? Will soundbar cause any issues with the 4K video going to my displays?
Gary M
on Jan 19, 2023
BEST ANSWER: It should be able to, in a way. Soundbars should go through your ARC, or eARC, port on the TV it's based on. If you want to plug the soundbar in directly, it should work, in theory. That should just pull the audio off the port.
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- Russell B on Jan 17, 2024
- Purchased on Oct 27, 2023
BEST ANSWER: It should be able to, in a way. Soundbars should go through your ARC, or eARC, port on the TV it's based on. If you want to plug the soundbar in directly, it should work, in theory. That should just pull the audio off the port.
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- Russell B on Jan 17, 2024
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Does anyone still have their manual? I lost mine and need to change the 4 switches that dictate 4k output vs 1080 etc.
Tim L
on Apr 7, 2023
BEST ANSWER: The manual is available at:
https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/manuals/43623_Manual_211117.pdf
https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/manuals/43623_Manual_211117.pdf
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- Ron P on Apr 8, 2023
- Purchased on Sep 5, 2022
BEST ANSWER: The manual is available at:
https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/manuals/43623_Manual_211117.pdf
https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/manuals/43623_Manual_211117.pdf
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- Ron P on Apr 8, 2023
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How do I purchase 3 additional remotes?
A shopper
on Jun 21, 2023
BEST ANSWER: You'll have to contact Monoprice directly. They've come out with a new AV product line to keep up with the screen resolutions. I'm certain the new remotes don't work with the older Blackbird kits.
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- Richard R on Jun 21, 2023
- Purchased on Mar 31, 2022
BEST ANSWER: You'll have to contact Monoprice directly. They've come out with a new AV product line to keep up with the screen resolutions. I'm certain the new remotes don't work with the older Blackbird kits.
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- Richard R on Jun 21, 2023
- Purchased on Mar 31, 2022
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Does this HDMI matrix support 3440x1440?
A shopper
on Nov 30, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Hello,
Thank you for your inquiry. Yes this will handle 3440x1440 and all the way up to full 4k(3840 x 2160).
Thank you for your inquiry. Yes this will handle 3440x1440 and all the way up to full 4k(3840 x 2160).
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- Coty R Staff on Dec 7, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Hello,
Thank you for your inquiry. Yes this will handle 3440x1440 and all the way up to full 4k(3840 x 2160).
Thank you for your inquiry. Yes this will handle 3440x1440 and all the way up to full 4k(3840 x 2160).
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- Coty R Staff on Dec 7, 2023
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Does the Monoprice Blackbird 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix, 18G, 4K@60, YCbCr 4:4:4, EDID, 4K to 1080p Downscaler, IR support atmos sound?
A shopper
on Jan 3, 2024
BEST ANSWER: Specs say it does not:
Supported HDMI Audio Formats
Linear-PCM 7.1
Dolby True HD™
DTS-HD Master Audio™
Dolby® 5.1
DTS® 5.1
Supported HDMI Audio Formats
Linear-PCM 7.1
Dolby True HD™
DTS-HD Master Audio™
Dolby® 5.1
DTS® 5.1
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- Russell B on Jan 17, 2024
- Purchased on Oct 27, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Specs say it does not:
Supported HDMI Audio Formats
Linear-PCM 7.1
Dolby True HD™
DTS-HD Master Audio™
Dolby® 5.1
DTS® 5.1
Supported HDMI Audio Formats
Linear-PCM 7.1
Dolby True HD™
DTS-HD Master Audio™
Dolby® 5.1
DTS® 5.1
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- Russell B on Jan 17, 2024
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When the unit is powered up all 4 input lights are blinking under output 1. Does anyone know what is happening? I plan on contacting tech support but figured
I'd take a shot here. Thanks
I'd take a shot here. Thanks
A shopper
on Feb 4, 2024
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your inquiry. It is possible that the issue is arising due to signal or connection problems or EDID management. Monoprice stands behind all their products and offer support for any product related question. For further assistance, please contact us via chat, email, or phone by accessing: www.monoprice.com/help?pn=contact. One of our representatives will be glad to assist you. Thank you!
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- Jake S Staff on Feb 6, 2024
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your inquiry. It is possible that the issue is arising due to signal or connection problems or EDID management. Monoprice stands behind all their products and offer support for any product related question. For further assistance, please contact us via chat, email, or phone by accessing: www.monoprice.com/help?pn=contact. One of our representatives will be glad to assist you. Thank you!
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Does this have a model number supported by Logitech Harmony?
Bill P
on Feb 18, 2022
I have 3 video outputs 4k and one 1080. along with and 4 inputs in my motorhome. Will this pass through Dolby Atmos to my soundbar? If not any suggestions?
A shopper
on Apr 14, 2022
Does this 4x4 support 1080p at refresh rates higher than 60hz? E.g. 120hz or 144hz. As an HDMI 2.0 device it should, but wanted to confirm.
David M
on Apr 27, 2022
Can you create custom edids such as an ultra wide 7680x1080@60p?
New User U
on Aug 8, 2022
My use case is this: I have a ps5 that I want to play on my 1080p monitor at 120hz, and also sometimes play on my 4k tv at 60hz. Will this matrix allow me to play at the respective resolutions and refresh rates of each display, or is it going to downgrade the 4k display to 1080p because of the other display being 1080p 120hx?
A shopper
on Nov 18, 2023
Does this model support Active Optical Cables?
A shopper
on Apr 26, 2024
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Rated 4 out of 5
Great little item but a bit fragile.
The item is very compact. Our previous HDMI Matrix was larger. This is an upgraded version but it is not as sturdy. The IR eye is very fragile. It is located next to the power symbol. When the Matrix stopped responding to the remote control, it was mistakingly taken for an on/off button. Although no great force was applied it went inside a bit. However it ceased to respond to the remote control and there is no backup power button. It ceased to work. Gave it 4 stars because it upgraded our system while it worked. It Is all HDMI. Just contacted support hopefully response will be helpful. I like the size, but wish it was more sturdy.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Works exactly as promised.
The Blackbird 4k 4x4 HDMI Matrix, 18G, 4k@60 works exactly as described on the Monoprice website. But note, the website does not use the word "Atmos" in the sound-out listing, however, this unit DOES passthrough Atmos sound. The caveat is that you have to use the correct sync switch combination. If the sync combination is not correct, you may hear background sounds, but no voices, which happened to me. Once I switched the sync switches to allow HD 7.1 pms sound to passthrough, Atmos/DD+ and Atmos/PCM were readily available. The only "minor" shortcoming of this device is that while it does have a button on each line to scale down video signals to Standard Definition (SD) - for a TV that may not be 4k in one of the output zones - the button is not accompanied by a light to identify what setting is being used. But this is a minor shortcoming because you can simply look at the TV to tell if the unit is sending SD or a higher definition video signal. Lastly, if you need to split your video signal to various tv's/monitors, and if you have 4k tv's and/or 4k capable AVR, the Monoprice Blackbird 4k 4x4 Matix will work exactly as described.
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Rated 4 out of 5
4x4 18Gbps HDMI Matrix
Had a similar model that was probably three years old for my home TV needs and it lost signal through a couple channels. After a bit of troubleshooting just decided to get a new one. Installation was easy, just replacing in kind with same inputs and outputs. The most convenient thing for me is the IR remote signal frequency is the same as the old unit, so my universal remote signal wire that hangs in front of the unit didn't require any reprogramming. All signals worked so assume old unit failed for some reason. Other than concerns about longevity of the unit I have no complaints, works well for my needs.
Pretty simple device, 4 inputs in back along with 4 outputs. Comes with a small remote to select your combinations - I have never used the remote though as I have a universal remote for my system.
Pretty simple device, 4 inputs in back along with 4 outputs. Comes with a small remote to select your combinations - I have never used the remote though as I have a universal remote for my system.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Dual monitor switching!
I bought this to be able to switch a dual monitor setup plus a third monitor between two computers. They're all 2560x1440 monitors, so I put the EDID DIP switches to 1100, Copy Output 1. This way, the computers both see 2560x1440 for both monitors.
The main dual display setup is OUT 1 and 2, the third monitor is OUT 3 (it's located directly in front of my steering wheel for driving games), and OUT 4 is empty.
IN 1 and 2 are the main PC, and IN 3 and 4 are the second PC.
To switch, on the front panel, I tap OUT 1 twice (to go back and forth between IN 1 and IN 3) and OUT 2 twice (IN 2 and 4).
It only takes 3 or so seconds, and then the display's up.
Critically, both computers always think they have the same 2 displays, so none of my windows get screwed up.
I use a separate USB3.0 switchbox for keyboard/mouse/etc.
Been doing this for a few months, and it's rock solid. Gets a little warm, but it's a solid metal case with no fan, so that's not surprising.
The remote works, but the front buttons are much easier for me to use constantly through the day.
The main dual display setup is OUT 1 and 2, the third monitor is OUT 3 (it's located directly in front of my steering wheel for driving games), and OUT 4 is empty.
IN 1 and 2 are the main PC, and IN 3 and 4 are the second PC.
To switch, on the front panel, I tap OUT 1 twice (to go back and forth between IN 1 and IN 3) and OUT 2 twice (IN 2 and 4).
It only takes 3 or so seconds, and then the display's up.
Critically, both computers always think they have the same 2 displays, so none of my windows get screwed up.
I use a separate USB3.0 switchbox for keyboard/mouse/etc.
Been doing this for a few months, and it's rock solid. Gets a little warm, but it's a solid metal case with no fan, so that's not surprising.
The remote works, but the front buttons are much easier for me to use constantly through the day.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Excellent HDMI Matrix!
I've been very impressed with this 4x4 HDMI Matrix. I have only used it with 1080p sources, but everything was self-explanatory as far as setup out of the box and operation goes. There is no noticable lag for playing video games.
All in all, this is well worth the price!
All in all, this is well worth the price!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Blackbird useful to get any audio/video to any device in my recording studio
I just purchased my 8th Monoprice Blackbird 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix for my video studio. I integrated it today as the switch between the camera & the monitors and also the PCs with the recording software.
Fired right up and the picture off my 4K video camera was outstanding.
They also made the unit more compact which is great as it is placed next to my camera. They took off the manual on off switch and the remote is now required for power up & down.
Fired right up and the picture off my 4K video camera was outstanding.
They also made the unit more compact which is great as it is placed next to my camera. They took off the manual on off switch and the remote is now required for power up & down.
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Rated 5 out of 5
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Rated 5 out of 5
Go for it
This unit actually works with 4K. The validation takes place flawlessly across any number of source devices to display devices. It handles all the variations of HDR accurately also.
This is my 3?rd HDMI switch over the past few years. This time, the technology ( affordable technology ) has come of age.
This is a great unit - go for it !
This is my 3?rd HDMI switch over the past few years. This time, the technology ( affordable technology ) has come of age.
This is a great unit - go for it !
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Rated 5 out of 5
High Quality Matrix Switch
The 4x4 matrix switch works as expected. The remote control is much better than the small remote that comes with the 4x2 matrix switch.
The only issue I noticed was that half the pages in the printed users manual were blank! Among the missing pages was the one that explained the positions of the DIP switches. Of course this caused no actual problems since the user manual can be downloaded.
The only issue I noticed was that half the pages in the printed users manual were blank! Among the missing pages was the one that explained the positions of the DIP switches. Of course this caused no actual problems since the user manual can be downloaded.
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