rayk32 Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 I just had my Just Add Power 1G system upgraded with a No Hassle AV - 8x8 HDMI 2.0 HDR 4K matrix. I bought it on Amazon. So far, the new matrix has been awesome. It has a full 18Gbps signal (no compression), no HDCP handshake lag, no EDID problems and a vast improvement in picture quality. It’s HDMI, but they have a kit to convert it to HDbaseT over a single Ethernet cable. I moved my two TIVO Bolts to the new matrix and connected two TIVO minis to the JAP system. It's a duplication of effort since all my TV's are "smart", but I also connected 4K Roku Ultras to the new matrix for other Internet streaming and connectivity to my Plex server (Chowmain driver). It would be great if the 4K FireTV IP connectivity issue gets resolved one day since I have Amazon Alexa’s in the house (VideoStorm has a solution with IRUSB). The JAP system is still being used for a 24” Vizio Smartcast TV in the kitchen. I eventually will add the same TV in the laundry area and 2 bathrooms. The price was as follows: 8x8 Matrix - $925.00 HDbaseT Extender Kit (18Gbps transmitter and receiver) - $249.99 / kit 18Gbps HDMI cables - prices vary Free RS232 driver (they also have the codes to write your own IP driver) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mallom Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 Cool! Could share pictures of the matrix? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rayk32 Posted March 2, 2018 Author Share Posted March 2, 2018 Matrix HDbaseT Extender Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mallom Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 It looks just like the picture? There is one review that shows a completely different matrix. It actually kinda looks like the Monoprice Blackbird. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rayk32 Posted March 2, 2018 Author Share Posted March 2, 2018 Mine looks exactly like the one in the link. I guess they don’t spend a lot of effort on cosmetics to keep costs down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mallom Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 Cool man. Thanks!Is 4k working well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rayk32 Posted March 2, 2018 Author Share Posted March 2, 2018 It was just installed so I haven’t had a chance to test any 4k content. I will try some later today and post my results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic30101 Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 Cool, keep us posted. This was the topic of conversation previously and all were wondering if it would be able to do 4k@60 reliably Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcovach Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 This looks cool. What's frustrating with the previous 8x8 monoprice matrix models is they have a reputation of lasting only a few days past the warranty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mallom Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 I saw somewhere that the monoprice blackbird matrices are discovered as "Key Digital". It would be cool to reuse IP drivers if they are available. edit: Edit2: I think there arent any IP drivers available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackfiveo1 Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 subscribing. This looked great but if you run 8 hdbaset solutions, you got 8 baluns in your rack, and thats $2,000 in baluns. (eek) I guess still that puts you at $3,000 for FULL 4k@60hz 4:4:4 but all that extra wiring/baluns/power need in my rack gives me anxiety. How many are you running via HDbaseT baluns. They told me that they are 30-45 days away from releasing a 8x8 18gbps with HDBaseT earlier this week. Curious to see the price point being that you could "piece it together" with what you posted for $2925 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic30101 Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 If your rack is deep enough, you have enought space, and you have proper vertical and horizontal lacing bars that shouldn't be a problem Just be strategic, separate them accordingly, and think about serviceability. You can have tons of wires and as long as it is organized you won't have issues Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Leeds UK Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 Oh thats looks so Cool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mallom Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 9 minutes ago, sonic30101 said: If your rack is deep enough, you have enought space, and you have proper vertical and horizontal lacing bars that shouldn't be a problem Just be strategic, separate them accordingly, and think about serviceability. You can have tons of wires and as long as it is organized you won't have issues #rackporn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rayk32 Posted March 2, 2018 Author Share Posted March 2, 2018 They have a 6x6 HDbaseT version that costs about $2800 and I don’t believe the receivers are included. You definitely should call their tech support because they are extremely responsive and helpful. They will also give pricing information over the phone. (602) 429-9592 Oh and check out their reviews on Amazon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic30101 Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 Racks I built for a conference center. Crestron, but the same rules apply for separating signal types and being organized More pics here https://www.dropbox.com/sh/bzgargxjqomh1tt/AABtn8_eXpnn4L8HHdw8SiXja?dl=0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackfiveo1 Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 I truly believe organizing racks is an art, one of which I am not good at!! All these damn power blocks, weird shaped power adapters are enough to have me up in arms! Thank you for the term, horizonal lacing bars!!! I need some of those but didnt know what they were called. What do you call that big long verticle power bar, ive been using horizontal ones, but a vertical one would probably let me tiddy things up a bit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic30101 Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 long enough vertical power strips in the rack with 15% more outlets than you need is key because those wall warts end up taking up extra space go a long way in helping with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zaphod Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 23 minutes ago, sonic30101 said: long enough vertical power strips in the rack with 15% more outlets than you need is key because those wall warts end up taking up extra space go a long way in helping with that. Wouldn't it be nice if we could do some standardization for DC power and just have one DC power supply to drive everything rather than numerous wall warts that are 5V, 9V, 12V, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil12011 Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 13 minutes ago, zaphod said: Wouldn't it be nice if we could do some standardization for DC power and just have one DC power supply to drive everything rather than numerous wall warts that are 5V, 9V, 12V, etc. https://www.middleatlantic.com/products/power/dc-power-distribution.aspx Middle Atlantic makes this very thing, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic30101 Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 I have been the sub for a few commercial rack builds that would have benefited from this but they never wanted the spring for it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazybuppie Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 I am loving seeing a Crestron 32x32 DM switcher in a Monoprice thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic30101 Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 Dual 32x32 with 8 outputs of each to feed the other for overflowing content back and forth for projectors, monitors and video conferencing lol. Plus fiber runs from the main house distro magenta system to link other rooms together which is pure garbage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jfh Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 @rayk32 what did you have for video switching before? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic30101 Posted March 3, 2018 Share Posted March 3, 2018 1st gen just add power Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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