Just Add Power Inc is the global leader of HDMI over IP-based video switching and distribution solutions. The HDIP-2G series is changing the way Installers deliver large multi-zone HDTV and video wall projects. Harnessing the flexibility and scalability of Ethernet networks to overcome fixed port size input/output constraints of legacy HDMI Matrix to achieve always the right size system.

Any-size Matrix

One of HD/IP's primary benefits is that when it is used in conjunction with a compatible Managed Ethernet switch setup, a flexible, any-combination HDMI matrix switching distribution solution can be created.

Practically Limitless (source x display) distribution combinations can be created. From 1-source x 200-screen scenarios in a commercial setting, to a 10-source x 30-screen matrix switch in a luxury home. With the 2G solution it is theoretically possible to have a 4000-source x 65,000 screen matrix switch. This is made possible by the process of "stacking" compatible Ethernet switches making it possible to grow beyond the normal 48 port limit. Only the number of ports available on your chosen Ethernet LAN setup limits the scope of the project (the example to the lefr is a 19 Transmitter x 31 Receiver configuration all running on a Cisco SG300-52P).

The units can of course be made to perform as a simple HDMI splitter using a standard Gigabit switch. Transmitters and Receivers, with their plug and play operation, will also act as better baluns in a point to point solution for HDMI transmission over CatX. Their ability to perform over single catX cable runs and be immune from traditional HDMI balun problems can make them useful for troublesome projects.