Rextron VKSM-8K212 HDMI 2.1 8K Switch Splitter with eARC, Serial Control, EDID Management and Audio Embed/Extract
Switch Two HDMI Sources and Distribute 8K Video to Two Displays.
The Rextron VKSM-8K212 is a professional 2-input, 2-output HDMI 2.1 switch splitter designed for high-resolution AV, control room, gaming and home cinema installations. It switches between two HDMI sources and duplicates the selected signal across two HDMI displays, supporting resolutions up to 8K @60Hz, 5K @120Hz and 4K @144Hz. Flexible eARC routing, TOSLINK audio extraction and 3.5mm audio embedding simplify integration with amplifiers, sound systems and other AV equipment. EDID Pass, Copy and Auto modes help resolve display compatibility issues, while RS232 serial control enables integration with central control panels and industrial automation systems.
Features
- 2-In, 2-Out Switching - Switches between two HDMI sources and distributes the selected signal to two displays
- HDMI 2.1 Video Support - Supports high-bandwidth video resolutions up to 8K @60Hz, 5K @120Hz and 4K @144Hz
- Dual HDMI Outputs - Duplicates one selected source across two connected HDMI displays
- Flexible eARC Routing - Provides four selectable routing modes for compatible HDMI and audio equipment
- Audio Extraction - Extracts HDMI audio through the TOSLINK optical output
- Audio Embedding - Inserts analogue audio from the 3.5mm input into the HDMI signal
- EDID Management - Pass, Copy and Auto modes help reduce source and display compatibility issues
- RS232 Serial Control - Integrates with compatible PCs, control panels and automation systems
- HDMI 2.1 Gaming Features - Supports VRR, ALLM, DSC and Dynamic HDR
- HDCP Compatibility - Supports HDCP 2.3, HDCP 2.2 and HDCP 1.4 protected content
- Front-Panel Controls - Dedicated buttons provide direct source and audio embedding control
- Hot Plug-and-Play - Supports connection and detection without additional software
- Metal Housing - Durable enclosure suited to professional AV installations
Specifications
- HDMI Inputs: 2× HDMI 2.1
- HDMI Outputs: 2× HDMI 2.1
- Maximum Resolution: 7680 × 4320 @60Hz, 4:4:4
- Supported 5K Resolution: 5120 × 1440 @120Hz, 4:4:4
- Supported 4K Resolution: 3840 × 2160 @144Hz, 4:4:4
- HDMI Bandwidth: up to 40Gbps
- HDMI Features: VRR, ALLM, DSC and Dynamic HDR
- HDCP Support: HDCP 2.3, HDCP 2.2 and HDCP 1.4
- Audio Input: 1× 3.5mm Microphone/Analogue Audio Input
- Audio Output: 1× TOSLINK Optical Output
- Audio Functions: Embedding and Extraction
- EDID Management: Pass, Copy and Auto
- eARC Modes: Off, Input Extract, Output Routing and Audio Embed
- Control Methods: Push Buttons, Slide Switch and RS232 Serial Control
- Serial Interface: 1× RJ11
- Serial Protocol: RS232
- Serial Baud Rate: 38,400bps
- Push Buttons: 1× Audio Embed and 2× Video Select
- Power Supply: DC5V Through Mini-USB
- Hot Plug-and-Play: Supported
- Housing Material: Metal
- Dimensions: 24 × 123 × 93mm
- Weight: 373g
- Operating Temperature: 0~40°C
- Operating Humidity: Less Than 80% RH
- Storage Temperature: -20~60°C
Notes
- 8K @60Hz, 5K @120Hz and 4K @144Hz support may require DSC and compatible HDMI 2.1 equipment
- TOSLINK is used for extracted digital audio, while the 3.5mm input is used for analogue audio embedding
