Build an HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis with Video Wall Function in an 18x18 Chassis

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Build an HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis with Video Wall Function in an 18x18 Chassis
$2,250.00
Part Number:
MM18x18VWCHASSIS
UPC:
603134695274
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18x18 HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis
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Built-in Video Wall Processor
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Configure with 1080p HDMI cards
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Uses HDBaseT to CAT6 Extenders to 220'
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iPad/Android Apps, WEB GUI & Front Control
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IR Remote Control
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40-Preset Scene Settings
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RTI, Crestron, Elan & Control4 Drivers
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HDTV Supplys WolfPack™ Modular 18x18 HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis with Video Wall Function is an integrated HDMI video and HDMI audio modular HDMI matrix routers. The chassis back plane allows various technologies to be converted and switched eliminating external converters and it allows any input to be routed to any output, or the same input to be routed to all outputs, or any combination with multiple technologies.

The core of the 18x18 HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis with Video Wall Processor consist of a 18x18 Modular Matrix chassis and its highly configurable backplane that supports up to 18 input cards and up to 18 output cards. It is also 1080p 4:4:4 compliant. You can control the switch via its IOS or Android app, 2-button fast switch from the front buttons, a WEB GUI control or the RS-232 serial port. The can be controlled with its iOS and Android App as well as above. It also has optional RTI, Crestron, Elan & Control4 Drivers.

By having 1-port slide in cards the matrix is very reliable as in the unlikely even there is a loss of signal you just replace the card with a spare you have purchased or order another from us. The complete matrix doesn't have to be sent to us for a repair.

The heart of the 18x18 HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis with Video Wall Processor are the WolfPack chassis backplane which allows customization of the configuration for input and output cards to match every need of the system and application. The matrix support hot-plugs and you can change the cards while the equipment are still working.

What sets our WolfPack™ 18x18 HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis apart from others:

  1. Built-in Video Wall Processor with WEB GUI Control
  2. 1080p cards for the best picture
  3. Optional URC, Crestron, Elan & Control4 Drivers
  4. HDBaseT HDMI over CATx input and output sets
  5. HDCP compliant
  6. 40 - Preset scenes that can be Saved and Recalled
  7. Closed Caption (CC) Pass-through
  8. Control via an iPad, Android, Web Browser (WEB GUI), RS232 & Front Buttons
  9. Fast switching speed
  10. No latency
  11. 2-Year WolfPackCare Advance Replace Warranty
  12. Free Lifetime Telephone, CHAT, TEXT and Email Tech Support

WolfPack™ 10x12 HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis Configuration Example:

  • 1 - 18-card in and 18-card out card cage
  • 10 - 1-port HDMI input cards = 10 HDMI inputs
  • 12 - 1-port HDMI output cards = 12 HDMI outputs
  • 8 - additional input slots for future card expansion to 18-inputs
  • 6 - additional output slot for future card expansion to 18-ouputs

The WolfPack 18x18 HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis with Video Wall Processor manages many type of HDMI signals. These Modular HDMI Matrix Routers support long haul transmission, maintains power reliability in the event of failure and offer the best flexible solutions for an AV system deployment. Our Modular HDMI Matrix Routers also can support high-resolution HDMI sources routed to HDMI displays, monitors, projectors, or audio receivers, etc. The EDID can be selected between seven different modes or copied from the attached displays.

These 18x18 HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis with Video Wall Processor Feature:

  • 18 input and 18 outputs cards
  • Input Cards Supported:
    • 1080p HDMI
  • Output Cards Supported:
    • 1080p HDMI
  • HDCP 1.4 compliant
  • Input HDMI cable distance: ~25 feet AWG24 HDMI 2.0 high speed cables
  • Output HDMI cable distance: ~35 feet AWG24 HDMI 2.0 high speed cables
  • Advanced EDID management for rapid integration of sources and displays
  • Front-panel LCD display for status feedback
  • Front-panel push buttons for local switching
  • IP controlled via built-in web server and LAN
  • RS-232 Serial interface for remote control via an automation control system
  • Supports resolution exchanges with several resolutions can be chosen and used
  • Hot-pluggable
  • Uses a dual control system
  • Control via Apps, Web / RS232 and Front Buttons control (no remote control)
  • Rack-mountable

EDID Explained: The Modular HDMI Matrix Routers EDID provides for optimal source-to-screen performance. EDID will optimize the video card output for the capabilities of the end display. The EDID ghost unit enables the copying, emulating, cloning, and "learning" of EDID data from a display. Our EDID Emulator and repeater comes with predefined presets, user programmable banks, Sink EDID sniffing bank and more. Our EDID Emulator ensures proper operation, for the best performing HDMI audio and video signal between any source and display Resolves loss of video, intermittent (flashing) video, snow, or color-space (purple or red) issues.

Why not design your system using this 18x18 HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis that supports a Video Wall also?

Seamless Switching: The seamless switching feature eliminates virtually all of the switching delay, commonly found in most switch and matrix devices.

18x18 HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis with Video Wall Processor Specs:

  • Modular Configuration Slots: 18 inputs and outputs
  • Input cable distance: ~15 feet AWG24 HDMI 1.4 high speed cable
  • Output cable distance: ~50 feet AWG24 HDMI 1.4 high speed cable
  • Resolution support: 1080p/60, 1080p/30, 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i
  • Supported Input & Outputs Signals:
    • HDMI and Display Port: up to 1080p at 60 Hz
    • CATx: Standalone HDBaseT technology to 1080p at 220 feet Extension (work with extenders)
  • Control: Apps, TCP/IP, RS232 and front buttons
  • Power Supply: 100 – 240VAC, 50-60Hz
  • Power Consumption: 50W 70W
  • Operating Temperature : -10闁 to 50闁
  • Storage Temperature :-25闁 to 55闁

Why not design your system using this 18x18 HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis that supports a Video Wall also?

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Why not design your system using this 18x18 HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis that supports a Video Wall also?

Control

When one is designing an HDMI Matrix Switch the most important initial specification is the number of inputs and outputs you will need in your facility. The next, and often forgotten, is how the user wants to control those inputs and outputs. HDTV Supply has your back when you're buying one of our WolfPack Family of Modular Matrix Switchers as we have dozens of way to control the inputs and outputs and are shown at Controlling WolfPack Modular Matrix Systems, as well as below:
  1. Free iPad App (iOS)
  2. Free iPhone App (iOS)
  3. Free iPod App (iOS)
  4. Free Android Tablet App
  5. Free Android Phone App
  6. Free Samsung Galaxy Tablet App
  7. Free Samsung Galaxy Phone App
  8. Free Amazon Fire Tablet App
  9. Free Web GUI from any browser is standard
  10. Front panel push-buttons are standard
  11. Optional $100 7" Color Touch Screen on select models (Call)
  12. Remote Keypad for WolfPack Matrix Systems
  13. Dual RS232 ports are standard on select models
  14. Dual TCPIP ports are standard on select models
  15. Sports Bar / Restaurant TV Control System
  16. Free One-Way Control4 Drivers
  17. Optional $99 2-Way Control4 Drivers
  18. Optional $99 URC Drivers
  19. Optional $99 Elan Drivers
  20. Optional $129 Crestron Modules
  21. Optional $99 RTI Drivers
  22. Optional Harmony Remote Control Codes for select models (Call)
  23. Free Windows PC Control Software on select models (Call)
  24. Remote Controls
  25. Create Your Own Custom Startup Screen
For an up-to-date listing of all the methods to control our WolfPack Matrix Switchers go to Ways to Control Our WolfPack Family Of Modular Matrix Systems.

Control Drivers

DirecTV Controller

Apps

HDTV Supply has successfully installed our WolfPack, WolfPackLite and our other HDMI Matrix Switchers in Sports Bars, Restaurants, Bowling Alleys, Fitness Centers, Malls, Places of Worship, Data Centers, Gaming Rooms, Nail Salons, County Clubs, Casinos, Factories, Conference Rooms, Schools, Home Theaters or many other installations requiring HDMI matrix switching. The reason, we are told by the users, is the number of features we offer compared to other companies they looked at.

These modular HDMI matrix switchers can usually be integrated with many third party control systems using the RS232 port on the back of the matrix.

For experienced AV hardware and software professionals who want to write their own drivers for 3rd party control systems from:

  • AMX™
  • Control4™
  • Creston™
  • RTI™
  • DTVGameControl™
  • Elan g!™
  • Media Switcher™
  • OnControls™
  • Savant™
  • SimpleControl™
  • SwitchItUp™
  • SAVI Control™
  • URC Control™

...we have created a simple and very easy to use RS232 script to write your own drivers.

EXAMPLE: If you want to switch input 8 to output 1, 8, 16, the RS232 command would be x1&8&16. and notice the command has a period (.) at the end of the string. The matrix even replies "OK" when the right command is received and shows "ERR" when receiving a wrong command. Here is the RS232 User Manual if you want to write your own drivers.

How to use the info:

END USER: If you are an end user and want to have a whole-house control system from any of the above 3rd party control houses but your budget can't support the price you were quoted, do the following:

  1. Call us for a quote
  2. Once you get our quote call a 3rd party control reseller or installer in your area and tell them "Here is the hardware I want to use, please give me a quote on writing the software and installing all of the hardware at my location." You usually can save $1,000s on larger systems.

CAVEAT: We are not certified by any of the above 3rd party control systems companies nor have the necessary hardware to verify, troubleshoot and support the 3rd party writing of the code. We do warranty, though, that the RS232 script in the above RS232 Users Manual has and will work to control the matrix directly.

Also, CLICK HERE for our DirecTV™ & HDMI Matrix Control Software for Bars & Restaurants

Why not design your system using this 18x18 HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis that supports a Video Wall also?

Q: What are the HDCP options?
A: You can choose either to open or close the HDCP on the output card. A receiver that cannot support HDCP can also display the sources with HDCP.

Mix-n-Match combinations:

Non-HDCP source to a HDCP compliant TV

HDCP source to a non-HDCP compliant TV

Q: What is you test procedure?
A: Our testing procedure is:

  1. Assembling: Production line self-testing (Basic Functions)
  2. Initial Testing: Includes every card, control software and front panel front buttons
  3. 24 Hours Aging: Gao Sheng Standard Aging Room
  4. Final testing: All Functions
  5. QC final Inspection: Sticker, serial number, etc
  6. Packing: Pack and ship

Q: What are the dimensions of the chassis?
A: 18x18: 2U - 482x390x88mm - 18.97x15.35x3.46 inches (L/W/H)

Q: Do you have any tips in the unlikely event the unit fails?
A: Turn it OFF and then disconnect the matrix from the AC power and all cables. Pull out each board from the rear and push back in. Plug all cables back in and turn it on.

Q: How is HDBaseT technology different than others?
A: Unlike other HD distribution technologies, HDBaseT is the only technology which enables CAT6/6/7 connectivity from 70 meters to 100 meters, depending upon the specific product, for uncompressed full HD multimedia content and up to 100 watts of charging power via a single cable. HDBaseT is optimized for video applications and can connect all HDBaseT enabled home entertainment devices. Also, HDBaseT technology has the capacity to deliver double the resolution available today to future 2K and 4K formats. Other existing solutions also require a specific cable and/or a new proprietary connector while HDBaseT utilizes the existing Ethernet infrastructure. These WolfPack HDBaseT matrix systems have with (POC) Power Over Ethernet so you don't need AC adapters.

HDMI HDbaseT Extender Helpful Tips & Recommendations:

  • Keep cables away from any equipment with an electromagnetic wave, e.g., mobile phone, microwave, radio equipment, fluorescent lamp, high voltage power lines, etc.
  • CAT6/6 cables should not exceed 220 feet or (70m).
  • Please adhere to the TIA/EIA568B standards when terminating network cables in the field.
  • Shielded CAT6/6 with metal RJ-45 connectors are recommended to safeguard against random video flashes caused by electromagnetic interference (EMI).

Why not design your system using this 18x18 HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis that supports a Video Wall also?

HDTV Supply's WolfPack Family of Matrix Switchers can be created however you wish. Just SCROLL DOWN and fill out the below and press SUBMIT and we will send you a quotation based upon your needs within an hour.

If it doesn't meet your needs just call us right now at 833-WOLFPACK or 833-965-3722 or email us at support@hdtvsupply.com

This video shows you the operation of HDTV Supply's WolfPack HDMI Matrix System with a built-in Video Wall Processor. The demo shows a 9x9 modular chassis with HDMI and HDBaseT cards but applies for our larger 18x18 and 36x36 modular chassis. The HDBaseT HDMI over CATx extender outputs shown are an option and the demo would be the same with female HDMI outputs.













Below is a video of the WolfPack 18x18 card cage model showing the fast switching speed and its features. The larger card cage models will operate exactly the same but will allow more input and output cards.











Why not design your system using this 18x18 HDMI Matrix Switcher Chassis that supports a Video Wall also?