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RKV841 8K@60Hz 4×1 HDMI Switch

The 8K@60Hz 4×1 HDMI Switch is a high-performance connectivity solution designed to manage multiple high-bandwidth video sources for a single display. Built to the HDMI 2.1 standard, this device facilitates data transfer rates up to 48Gbps, ensuring seamless compatibility with modern gaming consoles like the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and other ultra-high-definition signal sources. By allowing users to consolidate four different HDMI inputs into one output, it provides an efficient, clutter-free setup for home theaters and advanced gaming stations.

Key Specifications and Advanced Features

This switcher is engineered for maximum visual and audio fidelity, supporting resolution standards up to 8K at 60Hz and 4K at 120Hz. To enhance the gaming experience, it incorporates G-Sync and FreeSync technologies, which utilize Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) to eliminate screen tearing, stuttering, and input lag. For cinematic quality, it is fully compatible with HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision, ensuring vibrant contrast and color accuracy, alongside support for immersive audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and LPCM 7.1.

Category: Switcher

Product Description

Intelligent EDID Management and Down-Scaling

This device features advanced Extended DisplayIdentification Data (EDID) management, which acts as a bridge between your source devices and your display. Its “Smart Auto Down- Scaling” functionality is particularly useful for mixed-hardware setups; if you have an 8K- capable source connected to a display that only supports 4K or 1080p, the switch automatically detects the display’s limitation and scales the signal accordingly. This prevents compatibility issues, ensuring that you can still use your high-end gaming consoles or media players even if your monitor or television does not support the maximum output resolution of the source.

High-Fidelity Audio Extraction

The switch simplifiescomplexhome theater setups through its dedicated digital audio extraction feature. Using the S/PDIF optical output, the device can strip the audio signal from the HDMI stream and route it directly to an external sound system, such as a receiver, soundbar, or high-fidelity DAC. This supports a wide array of premium audio formats, including Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DTS-HD, and LPCM 7.1, allowing you to bypass display speakers and utilize your dedicated audio equipment for a true surround-sound experience.

Versatile Control and Integration

To suit various installation environments—from desktop gaming setups to concealed media cabinets—the switch offers multiple control methods. Users can toggle inputs using the physical switch button located on the front panel, or utilize the included IR remote control for convenient operation from a distance.

Specifications

HDMI Standard: HDMI 2.1

Total Bandwidth: Up to 48Gbps

Maximum Resolutions: 8K at 60Hz and 4K at 120Hz

Gaming Technologies: Supports VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), G-Sync, and FreeSync

HDR Compatibility: Supports HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision

Audio Formats: Supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, and LPCM 7.1

Audio Output: Integrated S/PDIF optical port for digital audio extraction

Control Methods: Front-panel button, IR remote control, and RS-232 interface Smart Features: Automatic signal switching, EDID management, and smart resolution down-scaling