The AC-MXNET-10G-TCVR-AVDM simultaneously leverages the full technological architecture of its AC-MXNET-10G-TCVR stablemate, while augmenting platform versatility through the addition of high bitrate downmixing capabilities to an already powerful silicon résumé.
When the AC-MXNET-10G-TCVR-AVDM is selected for transmitter mode, preparing to encode and digitally packetize a multi-channel source for multicasting throughout an MXnet 10G ecosystem, a proprietary eight-channel bit stream audio downmixing decoder intercepts Dolby Atmos, IMAX Enhanced, or other high bitrate lossless audio codecs. This decoder extracts, converts, and configures a balanced analog stereo signal, making it available for output to third-party distribution systems via a balanced Phoenix connector. The digital audio codec component of the signal passes through for downline decoding by AC-MXNET-10G-TCVRs designated to function as system endpoints. The AC-MXNET-10G-TCVR-AVDM may also be paired with an AC-MXNET-10G-TCVR for potent, stand-alone, point-to-point applications.
AVPro Edge has cultivated several advanced concepts into MXnet-10G making it a tour de force that, just a single year ago, seemed implausible. Its design is indispensable, unique and destined to become an instant classic. The new AC-MXNET-10G-AVDM serves as another flexible gateway in the next-generation 10G lineup of heavy-duty AV-over-IP multicast offerings from AVPro Edge.
- Downmixing –
- When an UHD 4K multi-channel source is centrally located with third-party automation / distribution devices and alongside MXnet-10G ecosystem encoders,
- ...the specially-featured AC-MXNET-10G-AVDM extracts stereo balanced analog audio (up to 24-bit / 48 kHz sampling rate) from eight-channel Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, or other high bitrate digital audio codecs for pass-along to analog distribution systems
- ...while digital codecs pass-through, via encoded multicast routing, and are available to downstream MXnet-10G devices.
- HDMI Loop-Out on the AC-MXNET-10G-AVDM may be used to direct the unaltered digital codec to a surround processing component within the same central location.
- The Matrix Transformed -
- AVPro Edge is a contributing member company in the SDVoE Alliance, the next generation of AV-over-IP.
- The MXnet-10G ecosystem of controller, transceiver and switches represents an entirely new approach to AV system design at an unconstrained scale.
- Signal distance is essentially eliminated as a deciding factor in product selection or for utilizing system features.
- The AC-MXNET-10G-TCVR is perhaps the pivotal MXnet-10G ecosystem component performing dual heavy lifting, easily selectable from the front panel.
- As an Encoder-Transmitter, the AC-MXNET-10G-TCVR transcends traditional matrices by eliminating physical limitations such as input availability and source location, or stipulations with source format.
- The encoded source signal is “packetized”, then transported across the network to AC-MXNET-10G-TCVR units configured as decoder-receivers.
- The number of devices is limited only by the number of available switch ports.
- Genlock Mode –
- Video signals transported through the MXnet-10G ecosystem are either uncompressed or use visually lossless, pixel-perfect imperceptible light compression.
- In mission critical applications, Genlock mode synchronizes decoder output with encoder input, matching the signal ‘as is’.
- This reduces latency to a maximum of 0.1ms (1/400th of a frame), equal to a traditional matrix switch for live performances, critical medical applications, or in a professional content mastering environment.
- Seamless Fast Switching –
- When scaling is not bypassed in the decoder (as in Genlock mode), switching is still blazing fast… between one to two frames, or approximately 17-34 milliseconds.
- An AC-MXNET-10G-TCVR in decoder-receiver mode tethers to the display, avoiding re-sync and the dreaded “black screen”.
- Where required, an image can be Upscaled to 4K or Downscaled from 4K.
- Multi-View Designed-In –
- Any monitor, television or projector connected to an AC-MXNET-10G-TCVR configured as a receiver (decoder) video end point can display MultiView compositing without additional equipment.
- Up to 32 images ( 8 x 4 or 4 x 8 ) may be displayed as Simple Grid, Hybrid Grid, Window Tiling, Picture-In-Picture (PIP) and Picture-And-Picture (PAP) or may be customized per application.
- Video Wall Ready –
- The AC-MXNET-10G-TCVR includes provisions for bezel optimization and supports asymmetric layouts.
- Video walls up to 8 x 8 are possible, using AC-MXNET-10G-TCVR units paired with associated displays.
- Audio Breakaway and Independent Routing –
- Any audio signal supported by HDMI 2.0b can be distributed over the MXnet-10G ecosystem. Clubs, sports bars, and family-themed venues benefit with breakaway audio.
- Premium residential projects frequently traffic video and multichannel audio via independent pathways.
- With the AVPro Edge AC-MXNET-10G-TCVR, outside-the-box creativity with the system blueprint is endless.
- MXnet 10G Mentor -
- Access, via the AC- MXNET-10G-CBOX, enables rapid API system configuration and changes
- Open-Architecture System Layout –
- With both copper and fiber I/O’s, system design possibilities are unlimited.
- Across the hall or across the campus, signal integrity is highest in quality and lowest in latency with AC-MXNET-10G-TCVR encoders and decoders linked in operation.
- Never before have integration professionals been presented with a blank slate the magnitude of MXnet-10G.
