
Lightware MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-A TPS and HDMI Combo Input Board with Analog Audio
The Lightware MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-A is a professional combination input board designed for the MX series matrix switchers. It integrates four HDMI and four HDBaseT™ single CAT inputs, supporting HDMI 1.4, audio, Ethernet, and RS-232 extension over a single CAT5/6/7 cable up to 120 metres in standard mode and 170 metres in Long Reach mode. Offering advanced video formats including 4K / UHD, 3D, and high refresh rates, this board is an ideal choice for large-scale AV systems demanding reliable signal extension and advanced feature support. With the analog audio add-on, the board also provides flexible de-embedding and embedding capabilities for professional audio workflows.

Key Features
- Mixed Input Board: Four HDMI and four HDBaseT™ single CAT inputs for versatile connectivity.
- Long Distance Transmission: Extend HDMI, Ethernet, and RS-232 up to 120m (HDBaseT™) or 170m (Long Reach mode).
- 4K / UHD Video Support: Resolutions up to 4K@30Hz (RGB 4:4:4) and 4K@60Hz (YCbCr 4:2:0).
- HDMI 1.4 & DVI Compliance: Fully HDCP compliant with or without encryption enabled.
- Audio Integration: Bi-directional configurable analogue stereo ports with de-embedding and embedding options.
- Advanced EDID Management: Pixel Accurate Reclocking and Frame Detector ensure signal reliability.
- Wide Compatibility: Works with deep colour, Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD audio formats.
- Ethernet & RS-232 Pass-through: Includes 10/100 Ethernet transmission and bi-directional RS-232 control.
Specifications
| Inputs | 4 × HDMI 4 × HDBaseT™ (CAT5/6/7) |
| Transmission Distance | Up to 120m (HDBaseT™) Up to 170m (Long Reach, Full HD only) |
| Supported Resolutions | 4K@30Hz RGB 4:4:4 4K@60Hz YCbCr 4:2:0 1080p@120Hz, 2560 Ă— 1600, 2048 Ă— 2048 |
| Audio Support | Analogue stereo add-on (5-pole Phoenix) De-embed stereo PCM up to 96 kHz Embed PCM 48 kHz into HDMI Volume, gain, balance, bass, treble, phase invert |
| Compliance | HDMI 1.4, HDCP, DVI |
| Advanced Features | Pixel Accurate Reclocking, EDID Management, Frame Detector |
| Compatibility | 3D, Deep Colour, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD |
| Variants | |
|---|---|
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB | No add-ons |
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-A | Analogue audio add-on |
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-S | SPDIF audio add-on |
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-P | PoE add-on |
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-AP | Analogue + PoE add-ons |
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-SP | SPDIF + PoE add-ons |
The Lightware MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-A is a professional combination input board designed for the MX series matrix switchers. It integrates four HDMI and four HDBaseT™ single CAT inputs, supporting HDMI 1.4, audio, Ethernet, and RS-232 extension over a single CAT5/6/7 cable up to 120 metres in standard mode and 170 metres in Long Reach mode. Offering advanced video formats including 4K / UHD, 3D, and high refresh rates, this board is an ideal choice for large-scale AV systems demanding reliable signal extension and advanced feature support. With the analog audio add-on, the board also provides flexible de-embedding and embedding capabilities for professional audio workflows.

Key Features
- Mixed Input Board: Four HDMI and four HDBaseT™ single CAT inputs for versatile connectivity.
- Long Distance Transmission: Extend HDMI, Ethernet, and RS-232 up to 120m (HDBaseT™) or 170m (Long Reach mode).
- 4K / UHD Video Support: Resolutions up to 4K@30Hz (RGB 4:4:4) and 4K@60Hz (YCbCr 4:2:0).
- HDMI 1.4 & DVI Compliance: Fully HDCP compliant with or without encryption enabled.
- Audio Integration: Bi-directional configurable analogue stereo ports with de-embedding and embedding options.
- Advanced EDID Management: Pixel Accurate Reclocking and Frame Detector ensure signal reliability.
- Wide Compatibility: Works with deep colour, Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD audio formats.
- Ethernet & RS-232 Pass-through: Includes 10/100 Ethernet transmission and bi-directional RS-232 control.
Specifications
| Inputs | 4 × HDMI 4 × HDBaseT™ (CAT5/6/7) |
| Transmission Distance | Up to 120m (HDBaseT™) Up to 170m (Long Reach, Full HD only) |
| Supported Resolutions | 4K@30Hz RGB 4:4:4 4K@60Hz YCbCr 4:2:0 1080p@120Hz, 2560 Ă— 1600, 2048 Ă— 2048 |
| Audio Support | Analogue stereo add-on (5-pole Phoenix) De-embed stereo PCM up to 96 kHz Embed PCM 48 kHz into HDMI Volume, gain, balance, bass, treble, phase invert |
| Compliance | HDMI 1.4, HDCP, DVI |
| Advanced Features | Pixel Accurate Reclocking, EDID Management, Frame Detector |
| Compatibility | 3D, Deep Colour, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD |
| Variants | |
|---|---|
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB | No add-ons |
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-A | Analogue audio add-on |
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-S | SPDIF audio add-on |
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-P | PoE add-on |
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-AP | Analogue + PoE add-ons |
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-SP | SPDIF + PoE add-ons |
Original: $7,839.60
-65%$7,839.60
$2,743.86Description
The Lightware MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-A is a professional combination input board designed for the MX series matrix switchers. It integrates four HDMI and four HDBaseT™ single CAT inputs, supporting HDMI 1.4, audio, Ethernet, and RS-232 extension over a single CAT5/6/7 cable up to 120 metres in standard mode and 170 metres in Long Reach mode. Offering advanced video formats including 4K / UHD, 3D, and high refresh rates, this board is an ideal choice for large-scale AV systems demanding reliable signal extension and advanced feature support. With the analog audio add-on, the board also provides flexible de-embedding and embedding capabilities for professional audio workflows.

Key Features
- Mixed Input Board: Four HDMI and four HDBaseT™ single CAT inputs for versatile connectivity.
- Long Distance Transmission: Extend HDMI, Ethernet, and RS-232 up to 120m (HDBaseT™) or 170m (Long Reach mode).
- 4K / UHD Video Support: Resolutions up to 4K@30Hz (RGB 4:4:4) and 4K@60Hz (YCbCr 4:2:0).
- HDMI 1.4 & DVI Compliance: Fully HDCP compliant with or without encryption enabled.
- Audio Integration: Bi-directional configurable analogue stereo ports with de-embedding and embedding options.
- Advanced EDID Management: Pixel Accurate Reclocking and Frame Detector ensure signal reliability.
- Wide Compatibility: Works with deep colour, Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD audio formats.
- Ethernet & RS-232 Pass-through: Includes 10/100 Ethernet transmission and bi-directional RS-232 control.
Specifications
| Inputs | 4 × HDMI 4 × HDBaseT™ (CAT5/6/7) |
| Transmission Distance | Up to 120m (HDBaseT™) Up to 170m (Long Reach, Full HD only) |
| Supported Resolutions | 4K@30Hz RGB 4:4:4 4K@60Hz YCbCr 4:2:0 1080p@120Hz, 2560 Ă— 1600, 2048 Ă— 2048 |
| Audio Support | Analogue stereo add-on (5-pole Phoenix) De-embed stereo PCM up to 96 kHz Embed PCM 48 kHz into HDMI Volume, gain, balance, bass, treble, phase invert |
| Compliance | HDMI 1.4, HDCP, DVI |
| Advanced Features | Pixel Accurate Reclocking, EDID Management, Frame Detector |
| Compatibility | 3D, Deep Colour, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD |
| Variants | |
|---|---|
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB | No add-ons |
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-A | Analogue audio add-on |
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-S | SPDIF audio add-on |
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-P | PoE add-on |
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-AP | Analogue + PoE add-ons |
| MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-SP | SPDIF + PoE add-ons |























