Crestron DM-MD8X8 - Manual

for interfacing high-definition AV equipment, but despite its many benefits, wasn’t
developed with multi-room distribution in mind. So, as the leader in HDMI and
control system technologies, Crestron has developed DigitalMedia, the first
complete HD AV distribution system that takes HDMI to a higher level, and
allows virtually any mix of AV sources to be distributed throughout the home
from a centralized rack location.

DigitalMedia (DM) distributes uncompressed digital video and audio signals
over a choice of CAT5e/6-based copper wiring or multi-mode fiber*. DigitalMedia
thoughtfully manages all of the different signals and devices, matching each
source’s output to the capabilities of the selected display(s) without using
scaling or compression. Every signal is preserved in its native video resolution
and audio format, ensuring a pure, lossless signal path throughout.

Of course DigitalMedia handles more than just audio and video. Integrated
Ethernet and USB HID distribution allows computers, media servers, and
video game consoles to be installed out-of-sight and accessed from anywhere
in the house. And naturally, Crestron control is also built-in for controlling the
displays and other room devices without additional wiring.

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The DM-MD8X8 features a modular architecture with 8

input card slots, and 2 quad output card slots. Each card slot on the DM-MD8X8
is field-installable, allowing for easy and flexible system configuration with the
ability to make changes to the system as needs change.

A wide selection of DM input cards are offered to support a complete range of
digital and analog AV signal types. One or two output cards may be installed to
feed up to 8 DM Room Controllers (receivers) using either DigitalMedia Cable or
CresFiber* fiber optic cable. DigitalMedia allows for cable lengths up to 450 feet
(137 m) using DM cable, or 3280 feet (1 km) using CresFiber*. HDMI outputs
are also available for connection to a centralized surround sound processor or
video monitor.

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An HDMI “pass-thru” output is provided on every input card

to allow the inputs of up to 5 DM switchers to be daisy-chained, enabling the
configuration of very large distribution systems with many DM outputs.

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HDMI is the key to handling all the latest 7.1 surround

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TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. Great for your

high-end home theater, but how do you share that same source with other
audio zones in the house?

DigitalMedia provides the answer, allowing for the simultaneous distribution
of multi-channel surround sound and two-channel stereo signals from the
same HDMI source. Equipped with a DMC-HD-DSP input card, the DM-MD8X8
employs onboard DSP processing to derive a stereo down-mix from the original
multi-channel signal. Both signals can be routed separately or simultaneously
from any of the switcher’s DM outputs, allowing either signal to be selected
for output at each DM receiver location.

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> Distributes uncompressed digital video and audio over

CAT5e/6 or fiber

> Supports HDMI 1.3 with Deep Color and 7.1 channel

HD lossless audio

> Supports video resolutions up to WUXGA 1920x1200

and HD 1080p/60

> Allows cable length to 450 feet using DigitalMedia Cable,

3280 feet (1 km) using CresFiber™

> Supports up to 8 DM room controllers with easy expansion

for more outputs

> Configurable inputs support a complete range of digital

and analog signal types

> Detects and displays detailed video and audio input information

> QuickSwitch HD™ technology minimizes HDMI switching latency

> Manages HDCP digital rights management for every device

> Performs automatic AV signal format management via EDID

> Distributes USB HID mouse, keyboard, and game controller signals

> Allows full audio and USB breakaway switching

> Integrates with analog audio distribution systems

> Enables simultaneous output of stereo and surround sound audio

> Includes integrated Ethernet switch with Gigabit LAN port

> Includes built-in power distribution for DM transmitters,

repeaters, and room controllers

> Provides easy setup and diagnostics tools via front

panel or software

> 4-space 19-inch rack-mountable

Crestron DM Switchers provide the foundation for a complete DigitalMedia system,
delivering an advanced, true high-definition multi-room AV signal routing solution
that’s extremely flexible and installer-friendly. The DM-MD8X8 affords low-latency
switching and pure, lossless distribution of HDMI and other signals to support the
latest Blu-ray Disc

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players, HDTV receivers, digital media servers, video game

consoles, and all your other AV devices.

The DM-MD8X8 is field-configurable to handle up to 8 AV sources, and provide
up to 8 DM room outputs with expansion capability for even larger applications.
A full selection of DM switcher input cards, DM transmitters*, and DM room
controllers provides extensive connectivity throughout the home or office,
supporting a complete range of analog and digital signal types — all through
one switcher! User-friendly setup and troubleshooting tools are provided through
the DM-MD8X8 front panel, or via Crestron Toolbox

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software, to make setting

up a complete multi-room HD system easy.

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—You can’t talk about AV and home entertainment today without

talking about high-definition, and creating a professional HD AV distribution system
means handling the challenges that come with HDMI. HDMI is the new standard

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