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SY Electronics XCALIBUR 88 8x8 Matrix Switcher with 8 x mirrored HDMI + 8 x HX Outputs

SY Electronics XCALIBUR 88 8x8 Matrix Switcher with 8 x mirrored HDMI + 8 x HX Outputs

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Xcalibur 88 – Matrix Switcher & Extender set, using HX Technology

 

Xcalibur matrices from SY Electronics, featuring HX technology, present a dependable and cost-effective solution for effectively handling high bandwidth video distribution, forming a reliable hub in sectors including Education, Residential, Offices/Meeting Rooms and Commercial.

 

Xcalibur 88 Matrix Switcher, Splits and Extends 8x HMDI Inputs to 8x Outputs with mirrored HX and HDMI ports on each output, providing a total of 16 outputs. The set comes supplied with 8x Xcalibur 11 Receivers.

 

The feature rich Matrix is HDMI 2.0 capable (in & out), with mirrored HDMI & HX outputs. Using the HX technology, Xcalibur can send 4K60 4:4:4 (18Gbps) signals to 120m and 1080p up to 150m, on a Cat6 cable. HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG and Dolby vision are also supported.  

 

Xcalibur 88 possesses a host of useful features: Bi-directional IR, RS232 & LAN Control, Down-Scaling, Test Pattern, De-embed Balanced stereo Audio & Digital Audio Outputs, VKA, PoC, HDCP and EDID management.

In addition, the included Xcalibur receivers have an analogue De-embed Audio Output.

 

8x8 Matrix Switcher – Route any 8x Inputs to any 8x Output channels.

 

Mirrored Outputs – 8x HDMI outputs as well as 8x HX Outputs (mirrored HDMI ports). Each HDMI/HX pair output the same video image, although each HDMI or HX output can be down-scaled independently.

 

Long Range Transmission – It will transmit HDMI 2.0 video signals to 150m @1080p or 120m @4K60 4:4:4 over a Cat6 cable, utilising T568B wiring standard.

 

HDR – The Xcalibur product range supports HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG and Dolby vision.

 

Down Scaling – Built in Down-Scaler on every output (HDMI as well as HX), that may be used in either Auto Mode (default) or selected manually. 4K signals can be scaled down to 1080p while retaining the Refresh Rate, (frame rates are always preserved), eg; a 4K source can be displayed on a 1080p display automatically, whilst the same source may be displayed as 4K on another output. The HDMI outputs can also be scaled down independently of their associated HX output ports to suit the particular connected Display.

 

HDCP Control – Support and Management of HDCP ensures compatibility. The Xcalibur 88 enables you to control the HDCP of the inputs and outputs separately. You can convert from HDCP 2.2 down to HDCP 1.4, or simply put the unit into Cascade Mode to avoid HDCP issues.

 

EDID Management – As well as pass-through, there is a user programmable EDID memory option. You can choose to read and store the EDID data from any of the connected outputs or use one of the 21 pre-set EDID options. Choices range from ‘1080p 2.0 channel’ through to ‘4K60 HDR 7.1 channel’. This facility will help ensure the video source is optimised to suit the installation.

 

Output Stream Control – Each individual output (HDMI as well as HX) stream can be selectively enabled or disabled. In this way you can fully control each display.

 

Test Pattern Generator – We have equipped this Professional device with an on-board ‘Test Pattern Generator’ complete with a choice of 6 Test Patterns including Checkerboard or Solid Colour Patterns, at 4K@60, 4K@30, 1080p@60. Perfect for commissioning or checking all the component parts from the Matrix to the display device.

 

VKA – ‘Video Keep Alive’ maintains video output whenever the input video signal is lost. This function can be very useful, particularly when used with projectors, which may otherwise shut down and then run a long cool down sequence. The unit can output a currently selected Test Pattern to prevent the display device from powering down, (by default the unit is in 'VKA OFF mode'). Other options include ‘VKA Timed mode’ with a user programmable time-out interval of up to 4 hours long or maintained indefinitely until input signal is resumed.

 

Audio Support – Pass through of embedded audio signals up to 7.1 channels is supported. This is great for connection to a surround sound system possessing HDMI input.

 

Audio De-embedder – Available via multi-channel Coaxial S/PDIF Digital or Stereo Balanced Analogue Audio outputs. The HX Receiver units also have De-embedded Stereo Analogue Audio (via 3.5mm jack).

 

 

 

CONTROL 

 

IR – Equipped with a 8x8 IR Matrix, whereby the input IR signals will pass-through to the respective receivers, whilst matrix IR outputs are routed to the corresponding selected receiver. This ensures the IR from a receiver is routed as per selected source – Commonly referred to as ‘IR Follows Input’.

RS232 – There is also an RS232 port which can route addressable RS232 commands to each output, thus providing discrete and independent 2-way RS232 control to each of the HX receivers, along with Global one way RS232 command transmission to all HX ports. The Xcalibur-88 Matrix unit can also be controlled through this RS232 connection, ensuring simple access to all parameters.

LAN Control – The Matrix has a LAN port allowing TCP/IP control via an ethernet driver. The unit also has a built-in web server, facilitating easy use of many functions and general selections.

CEC Control – The device will pass through all CEC commands from input to output. Sources and displays can also be controlled via CEC commands by using the built-in WEB GUI, or RS232 commands. It allows control of any CEC enabled equipment for either the HDMI inputs or the HDMI/HX output ports, with functions such as: Power On/Power Off, Transport Controls, Menu operations and Volume control.

 

Web GUI Interface Control – The device has a built-in web server with separate page tabs, offering configuration and control of all parameters.

 

PoC – The Xcalibur Matrix also provides power to the Xcalibur 11 Receivers via the PoC (Power over Cable) system. No need for any PSU at the receiver end. (Power to the matrix is via IEC C14 mains cable).

 

 

 

Features 

 

  • HDMI 2.0 (18Gbps) 4K60 4:4:4 in and out
  • Mirrored HDMI and HX outputs
  • 1080p to 150m, 4K60 to 120m over Cat6 cable
  • HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG and Dolby vision
  • Down Scaler – 4K to 1080p
  • Bi-directional IR
  • RS232 control
  • LAN control
  • CEC Control of source and sink devices
  • Audio – Digital & Analogue De-embedding
  • EDID and HDCP Control/management
  • Test Pattern Generator – Various patterns
  • VKA (Video Keep Alive)
  • PoC – Power all Receivers from Matrix

Next Day Delivery (cut off order time - 4:00pm)
All orders eligible (subject to items being in stock, please call us on 0800 047 3425 to confirm availability, our site does not show stock levels) for next day delivery placed before 4.00pm will ship on our standard next day service. Any order placed after this time will be dispatched the following day.

Please note: it may not be possible for Next Day Delivery to Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, Scottish Highlands, and the Channel Islands. Please contact us for more information regarding delivery to these places.

Standard Next Day Delivery
Most products are shipped as standard on a next working day delivery.  Delivery can be anytime between 7.30am and 6.00pm and will require a signature upon delivery.

Next Day Delivery - Pre 10.30am 
Delivery the following working day before 10.30am. Your order must be placed before midday on the previous working day to ensure delivery on time. Please be aware this is not available to all UK postcodes.

Next Day Delivery - Pre 12.00 Noon 
Delivery before 12.00 noon the following working day. Your order must be placed before midday on the previous working day to ensure delivery on time. Please be aware this is not available to all UK postcodes.

In the event of adverse weather conditions there may be some delays to the delivery of your order.

Some large and bulky items are shipped via a palletised delivery and can take 48-hours.  Items may take longer and we will notify you if this is the case with your order.

Our delivery service is available for all addresses within Mainland UK. Please be aware delivery service/charges may differ for Northern Ireland, Scottish Highlands, Channel Islands and the Republic of Ireland.

Please note that working days exclude Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays.

As all our parcels require a signature upon delivery; we are unable to deliver to PO Box addresses. Orders to one address may be delivered in one or more deliveries. Any delivery timescales are indicative only.  We use a number of courier and delivery companies including Royal Mail, UPS, DHL and City Link as well as others.  For security reasons all parcels must be signed for on receipt. If you will not be at home during normal office hours you can provide us with an alternative delivery address where someone will be available to sign for your parcel.

If you would like any additional information about deliveries to the UK, Scottish Highlands and Channel Islands or any information about International deliveries please contact our customer services team on 0800 047 3425.

Delivery Charges
Projector Lamps – Free shipping to mainland UK

Standard Next-Day Delivery - from £8.99

Timed delivery Pre 12.00am - from £15.00 (not available to all UK postcodes)

Timed Delivery Pre 10.30am - from £20.00 (not available to all UK postcodes)

Delivery to Ireland from £25.00 (1 - 2 days)

Delivery charges to Scottish Highlands, Channel Islands, Northern Ireland or Republic of Ireland can vary. Please contact us for more accurate information regarding delivery charges to these places.

Palletised items or oversized items priced individually and can be up to 48-hour delivery.

Free of charge delivery is offered on certain items as advertised.

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Xcalibur 88 – Matrix Switcher & Extender set, using HX Technology

 

Xcalibur matrices from SY Electronics, featuring HX technology, present a dependable and cost-effective solution for effectively handling high bandwidth video distribution, forming a reliable hub in sectors including Education, Residential, Offices/Meeting Rooms and Commercial.

 

Xcalibur 88 Matrix Switcher, Splits and Extends 8x HMDI Inputs to 8x Outputs with mirrored HX and HDMI ports on each output, providing a total of 16 outputs. The set comes supplied with 8x Xcalibur 11 Receivers.

 

The feature rich Matrix is HDMI 2.0 capable (in & out), with mirrored HDMI & HX outputs. Using the HX technology, Xcalibur can send 4K60 4:4:4 (18Gbps) signals to 120m and 1080p up to 150m, on a Cat6 cable. HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG and Dolby vision are also supported.  

 

Xcalibur 88 possesses a host of useful features: Bi-directional IR, RS232 & LAN Control, Down-Scaling, Test Pattern, De-embed Balanced stereo Audio & Digital Audio Outputs, VKA, PoC, HDCP and EDID management.

In addition, the included Xcalibur receivers have an analogue De-embed Audio Output.

 

8x8 Matrix Switcher – Route any 8x Inputs to any 8x Output channels.

 

Mirrored Outputs – 8x HDMI outputs as well as 8x HX Outputs (mirrored HDMI ports). Each HDMI/HX pair output the same video image, although each HDMI or HX output can be down-scaled independently.

 

Long Range Transmission – It will transmit HDMI 2.0 video signals to 150m @1080p or 120m @4K60 4:4:4 over a Cat6 cable, utilising T568B wiring standard.

 

HDR – The Xcalibur product range supports HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG and Dolby vision.

 

Down Scaling – Built in Down-Scaler on every output (HDMI as well as HX), that may be used in either Auto Mode (default) or selected manually. 4K signals can be scaled down to 1080p while retaining the Refresh Rate, (frame rates are always preserved), eg; a 4K source can be displayed on a 1080p display automatically, whilst the same source may be displayed as 4K on another output. The HDMI outputs can also be scaled down independently of their associated HX output ports to suit the particular connected Display.

 

HDCP Control – Support and Management of HDCP ensures compatibility. The Xcalibur 88 enables you to control the HDCP of the inputs and outputs separately. You can convert from HDCP 2.2 down to HDCP 1.4, or simply put the unit into Cascade Mode to avoid HDCP issues.

 

EDID Management – As well as pass-through, there is a user programmable EDID memory option. You can choose to read and store the EDID data from any of the connected outputs or use one of the 21 pre-set EDID options. Choices range from ‘1080p 2.0 channel’ through to ‘4K60 HDR 7.1 channel’. This facility will help ensure the video source is optimised to suit the installation.

 

Output Stream Control – Each individual output (HDMI as well as HX) stream can be selectively enabled or disabled. In this way you can fully control each display.

 

Test Pattern Generator – We have equipped this Professional device with an on-board ‘Test Pattern Generator’ complete with a choice of 6 Test Patterns including Checkerboard or Solid Colour Patterns, at 4K@60, 4K@30, 1080p@60. Perfect for commissioning or checking all the component parts from the Matrix to the display device.

 

VKA – ‘Video Keep Alive’ maintains video output whenever the input video signal is lost. This function can be very useful, particularly when used with projectors, which may otherwise shut down and then run a long cool down sequence. The unit can output a currently selected Test Pattern to prevent the display device from powering down, (by default the unit is in 'VKA OFF mode'). Other options include ‘VKA Timed mode’ with a user programmable time-out interval of up to 4 hours long or maintained indefinitely until input signal is resumed.

 

Audio Support – Pass through of embedded audio signals up to 7.1 channels is supported. This is great for connection to a surround sound system possessing HDMI input.

 

Audio De-embedder – Available via multi-channel Coaxial S/PDIF Digital or Stereo Balanced Analogue Audio outputs. The HX Receiver units also have De-embedded Stereo Analogue Audio (via 3.5mm jack).

 

 

 

CONTROL 

 

IR – Equipped with a 8x8 IR Matrix, whereby the input IR signals will pass-through to the respective receivers, whilst matrix IR outputs are routed to the corresponding selected receiver. This ensures the IR from a receiver is routed as per selected source – Commonly referred to as ‘IR Follows Input’.

RS232 – There is also an RS232 port which can route addressable RS232 commands to each output, thus providing discrete and independent 2-way RS232 control to each of the HX receivers, along with Global one way RS232 command transmission to all HX ports. The Xcalibur-88 Matrix unit can also be controlled through this RS232 connection, ensuring simple access to all parameters.

LAN Control – The Matrix has a LAN port allowing TCP/IP control via an ethernet driver. The unit also has a built-in web server, facilitating easy use of many functions and general selections.

CEC Control – The device will pass through all CEC commands from input to output. Sources and displays can also be controlled via CEC commands by using the built-in WEB GUI, or RS232 commands. It allows control of any CEC enabled equipment for either the HDMI inputs or the HDMI/HX output ports, with functions such as: Power On/Power Off, Transport Controls, Menu operations and Volume control.

 

Web GUI Interface Control – The device has a built-in web server with separate page tabs, offering configuration and control of all parameters.

 

PoC – The Xcalibur Matrix also provides power to the Xcalibur 11 Receivers via the PoC (Power over Cable) system. No need for any PSU at the receiver end. (Power to the matrix is via IEC C14 mains cable).

 

 

 

Features 

 

  • HDMI 2.0 (18Gbps) 4K60 4:4:4 in and out
  • Mirrored HDMI and HX outputs
  • 1080p to 150m, 4K60 to 120m over Cat6 cable
  • HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG and Dolby vision
  • Down Scaler – 4K to 1080p
  • Bi-directional IR
  • RS232 control
  • LAN control
  • CEC Control of source and sink devices
  • Audio – Digital & Analogue De-embedding
  • EDID and HDCP Control/management
  • Test Pattern Generator – Various patterns
  • VKA (Video Keep Alive)
  • PoC – Power all Receivers from Matrix

Next Day Delivery (cut off order time - 4:00pm)
All orders eligible (subject to items being in stock, please call us on 0800 047 3425 to confirm availability, our site does not show stock levels) for next day delivery placed before 4.00pm will ship on our standard next day service. Any order placed after this time will be dispatched the following day.

Please note: it may not be possible for Next Day Delivery to Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, Scottish Highlands, and the Channel Islands. Please contact us for more information regarding delivery to these places.

Standard Next Day Delivery
Most products are shipped as standard on a next working day delivery.  Delivery can be anytime between 7.30am and 6.00pm and will require a signature upon delivery.

Next Day Delivery - Pre 10.30am 
Delivery the following working day before 10.30am. Your order must be placed before midday on the previous working day to ensure delivery on time. Please be aware this is not available to all UK postcodes.

Next Day Delivery - Pre 12.00 Noon 
Delivery before 12.00 noon the following working day. Your order must be placed before midday on the previous working day to ensure delivery on time. Please be aware this is not available to all UK postcodes.

In the event of adverse weather conditions there may be some delays to the delivery of your order.

Some large and bulky items are shipped via a palletised delivery and can take 48-hours.  Items may take longer and we will notify you if this is the case with your order.

Our delivery service is available for all addresses within Mainland UK. Please be aware delivery service/charges may differ for Northern Ireland, Scottish Highlands, Channel Islands and the Republic of Ireland.

Please note that working days exclude Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays.

As all our parcels require a signature upon delivery; we are unable to deliver to PO Box addresses. Orders to one address may be delivered in one or more deliveries. Any delivery timescales are indicative only.  We use a number of courier and delivery companies including Royal Mail, UPS, DHL and City Link as well as others.  For security reasons all parcels must be signed for on receipt. If you will not be at home during normal office hours you can provide us with an alternative delivery address where someone will be available to sign for your parcel.

If you would like any additional information about deliveries to the UK, Scottish Highlands and Channel Islands or any information about International deliveries please contact our customer services team on 0800 047 3425.

Delivery Charges
Projector Lamps – Free shipping to mainland UK

Standard Next-Day Delivery - from £8.99

Timed delivery Pre 12.00am - from £15.00 (not available to all UK postcodes)

Timed Delivery Pre 10.30am - from £20.00 (not available to all UK postcodes)

Delivery to Ireland from £25.00 (1 - 2 days)

Delivery charges to Scottish Highlands, Channel Islands, Northern Ireland or Republic of Ireland can vary. Please contact us for more accurate information regarding delivery charges to these places.

Palletised items or oversized items priced individually and can be up to 48-hour delivery.

Free of charge delivery is offered on certain items as advertised.

Returns Information
We understand that from time to time you may wish to return a product to us. Please selected from the return options below:

- Pleas click here to view our full Returns Policy

- Please click here to view our Returns Form

Please note: If the returns form doesn't confirm your request has been submitted then please clear your web browser cache or use Incognito mode in your preferred Internet browser.

You may purchase right here online with our secure ordering system, or you may call our AV Specialists to place your order. We offer the following options for your purchase.

Credit Card

  • Mastercard
  • Visa
  • Visa Delta
  • Switch

Purchase Order*

  • Primary Schools, Secondary Schools, Universities,
  • Local Authorities
  • NHS
  • Business upon approval
  • Others upon approval
  • If you require an account please call us on 0800 047 3425

    The following will be required for a purchase order:
     
  • The purchase order should be made out to AV Partsmaster
  • Include a billing address and a shipping address.
  • The P.O. number
  • Net 30 terms
  • Description of what you're ordering
  • Signature

If you would like to pay by bank transfer please call us on 0800 047 3425

*Purchase orders are accepted for educational and government orders. Our payment terms are Net 30 days. Other customers seeking 30-day terms will be considered on a case by case basis. All purchase orders are subject to credit approval prior to shipment.

 
 

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HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG and Dolby vision are also supported.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;">Xcalibur 88 possesses a host of useful features: Bi-directional IR, RS232 & LAN Control, Down-Scaling, Test Pattern, De-embed Balanced stereo Audio & Digital Audio Outputs, VKA, PoC, HDCP and EDID management.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;">In addition, the included Xcalibur receivers have an analogue De-embed Audio Output.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>8x8 Matrix Switcher</strong> – Route any 8x Inputs to any 8x Output channels.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Mirrored Outputs</strong> – 8x HDMI outputs as well as 8x HX Outputs (mirrored HDMI ports). Each HDMI/HX pair output the same video image, although each HDMI or HX output can be down-scaled independently.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Long Range Transmission</strong> – It will transmit HDMI 2.0 video signals to 150m @1080p or 120m @4K60 4:4:4 over a Cat6 cable, utilising T568B wiring standard.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>HDR</strong> – The Xcalibur product range supports HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG and Dolby vision.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Down Scaling</strong> – Built in Down-Scaler on every output (HDMI as well as HX), that may be used in either Auto Mode (default) or selected manually. 4K signals can be scaled down to 1080p while retaining the Refresh Rate, (frame rates are always preserved), eg; a 4K source can be displayed on a 1080p display automatically, whilst the same source may be displayed as 4K on another output. The HDMI outputs can also be scaled down independently of their associated HX output ports to suit the particular connected Display.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>HDCP Control</strong> – Support and Management of HDCP ensures compatibility. The Xcalibur 88 enables you to control the HDCP of the inputs and outputs separately. You can convert from HDCP 2.2 down to HDCP 1.4, or simply put the unit into Cascade Mode to avoid HDCP issues.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>EDID Management</strong> – As well as pass-through, there is a user programmable EDID memory option. You can choose to read and store the EDID data from any of the connected outputs or use one of the 21 pre-set EDID options. Choices range from &lsquo;1080p 2.0 channel&rsquo; through to &lsquo;4K60 HDR 7.1 channel&rsquo;. This facility will help ensure the video source is optimised to suit the installation.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Output Stream Control</strong> – Each individual output (HDMI as well as HX) stream can be selectively enabled or disabled. In this way you can fully control each display.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Test Pattern Generator</strong> – We have equipped this Professional device with an on-board &lsquo;Test Pattern Generator&rsquo; complete with a choice of 6 Test Patterns including Checkerboard or Solid Colour Patterns, at 4K@60, 4K@30, 1080p@60. Perfect for commissioning or checking all the component parts from the Matrix to the display device.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>VKA</strong> – &lsquo;Video Keep Alive&rsquo; maintains video output whenever the input video signal is lost. 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The HX Receiver units also have De-embedded Stereo Analogue Audio (via 3.5mm jack).</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>CONTROL&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>IR</strong> – Equipped with a 8x8 IR Matrix, whereby the input IR signals will pass-through to the respective receivers, whilst matrix IR outputs are routed to the corresponding selected receiver. This ensures the IR from a receiver is routed as per selected source – Commonly referred to as &lsquo;IR Follows Input&rsquo;.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>RS232</strong> – There is also an RS232 port which can route addressable RS232 commands to each output, thus providing discrete and independent 2-way RS232 control to each of the HX receivers, along with Global one way RS232 command transmission to all HX ports. The Xcalibur-88 Matrix unit can also be controlled through this RS232 connection, ensuring simple access to all parameters.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>LAN Control</strong> – The Matrix has a LAN port allowing TCP/IP control via an ethernet driver. The unit also has a built-in web server, facilitating easy use of many functions and general selections.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>CEC Control</strong> – The device will pass through all CEC commands from input to output. Sources and displays can also be controlled via CEC commands by using the built-in WEB GUI, or RS232 commands. It allows control of any CEC enabled equipment for either the HDMI inputs or the HDMI/HX output ports, with functions such as: Power On/Power Off, Transport Controls, Menu operations and Volume control.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Web GUI Interface Control</strong> – The device has a built-in web server with separate page tabs, offering configuration and control of all parameters.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>PoC</strong> – The Xcalibur Matrix also provides power to the Xcalibur 11 Receivers via the PoC (Power over Cable) system. No need for any PSU at the receiver end. (Power to the matrix is via IEC C14 mains cable).</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Features&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">HDMI 2.0 (18Gbps) 4K60 4:4:4 in and out</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Mirrored HDMI and HX outputs</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">1080p to 150m, 4K60 to 120m over Cat6 cable</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG and Dolby vision</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Down Scaler – 4K to 1080p</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Bi-directional IR</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">RS232 control</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">LAN control</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">CEC Control of source and sink devices</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Audio – Digital & Analogue De-embedding</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">EDID and HDCP Control/management</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Test Pattern Generator – Various patterns</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">VKA (Video Keep Alive)</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">PoC – Power all Receivers from Matrix</span></li> </ul>