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Overview

The BG-4K-1616MA 4K HDMI matrix switcher is designed to manage up to sixteen HDMI 2.0 inputs and sixteen HDMI 2.0 outputs, enabling the seamless distribution of multiple HDMI sources to various displays. Whether you need to switch between multiple sources or display a single source on all screens simultaneously, this matrix switcher offers the flexibility and control you need. Audio can also be independently routed. Experience professional-grade picture and audio quality with support for 4K resolutions and a wide range of high-quality audio formats.
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BZBGEAR Control Software
5-Year Warranty
ProGear Product Line

Features-in-Depth

Connectivity and Quality: The BG-4K-1616MA supports ultra-high resolutions up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 with HDR. With 18 Gbps of uncompressed bandwidth, HDMI signals are routed without any loss of quality. All HDMI ports on this matrix switcher are HDCP 2.2 compliant, ensuring compatibility with modern content protection standards. It also features auto-downscaling on all outputs to ensure compatibility with older displays. Furthermore, the BG-4K-1616MA supports Digital S/PDIF and Balanced audio output formats for versatile audio integration.

Control: The BG-4K-1616MA offers multiple control methods including front panel controls, an IR remote control, RS-232, and TCP/IP (Web GUI). The included IR receiver allows for remote control operation even when the unit is hidden for a clean installation. Additionally, the full-featured web interface and control software, accessible via RS-232, enables users to adjust advanced settings such as EDID management, signal mapping, and network configurations. Control is also accessible on mobile phones, personal computers, and devices through the BG-SWITCH-CONTROL App by BZBGEAR, available for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android.

Audio Matrixing: This unit features advanced audio matrixing capabilities. The audio can be independently routed separately from the video signals. This feature provides flexible audio management options for a variety of installation scenarios.

U.S.-Based Company
BZBGEAR Control Software
5-Year Warranty
ProGear Product Line
U.S.-Based Company
BZBGEAR Control Software
5-Year Warranty
ProGear Product Line
U.S.-Based Company
BZBGEAR Control Software
5-Year Warranty

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Features

  • HDCP Compliant
    HDMI 2.0 (18Gbps) HDCP 2.2 (backward compatible with earlier versions)
  • 4K Resolution
    Supports up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 with HDR
  • Audio Matrixing
    The audio can be independently routed
  • Control Options
    Front panel, IR, RS-232, and TCP/IP (Web GUI) controls
  • EDID management
    Ensures seamless scaling for optimal display results
  • HDR Support
    HDR, HDR10, and Dolby Vision pass-through

Specification

Technical
HDMI Compliance HDMI 2.0b
HDCP Compliance HDCP 2.2
Video Bandwidth 18Gbps
Video Resolution Up to 4K60Hz 4:4:4
**All available resolutions are shown in the table below**
Color Space RGB, YCbCr_4:4:4, YCbCr_4:2:2, YCbCr_4:2:0
Color Depth 8/10/12-bit
HDR Formats HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision LLM, HLG
Audio Formats
HDMI IN/OUT LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-EX, DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio, DSD
Audio Breakout (Optical Outputs) Up to LPCM/Dolby/DTS 5.1CH
Audio Breakout (Analog Audio Outputs) LPCM 2CH (sample rate 32~192kHz)
Connection
Input ports 16x INPUT [HDMI Type A, 19-pin female]
Video Output Ports 16x OUTPUT [HDMI Type A, 19-pin female]
Audio Output Ports 16x AUDIO OUT [RCA]
Control ports
Network 1x TCP/IP [RJ45]
Serial 1x RS-232 [D-Sub9]
IR 1x IR EXT [3.5mm audio jack]
Mechanical
Housing Metal Enclosure
Color Black
Dimensions (W x D x H) 17in x 10in x 1.8in [440mm x 256mm x 44.5mm]
Weight 11 lbs [4.9kg]
Power Supply Input: AC 100 - 240V 50/60Hz, Output: DC 24V/5A
(US/EU standard, CE/FCC/UL certified)
ESD Protection IEC 61000-4-2: ±8kV (Air-gap discharge) & ±4kV (Contact discharge)
Power Consumption 99.6W (Max)
Operating
Temperature 32 - 104°F / 0 - 40°C
Storage Temperature -4 - 140°F / -20 - 60°C
Operating Humidity 20%~80% relative humidity, non-condensing
Storage Humidity 10%~90% relative humidity, non-condensing
HDMI Cable Length (IN / OUT) 4K60: 5m/16ft
4K30: 10m/33ft
1080P: 15m/49ft
Note: The use of “Premium High Speed HDMI” cable is highly recommended.

Support Resolution and Refresh Rates

Resolution Category Supported Resolutions & Refresh Rates
PC / VESA 640x480p60, 800x600p60, 1024x768p60, 1280x1024p60, 1360x768p60, 1440x900p60, 1440x1050p60, 1600x1200p60
SD 720x480i/p59.94, 720×576i/p50
HD (720p) 1280x720p50/59.94/60
Full HD (1080) 1920×1080i50/59.94/60, 1920x1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60
UHD (3840x2160) 2160p23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60
DCI 4K (4096x2160) 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60

Interfaces

1. LCD Screen:
Display matrix switching status, input / output port, EDID, baud rate, IP Address, etc.
2. IR:
IR signal receiver. Receiving the signal from the IR remote.
3. POWER Button & Indicator:
Press the button to power on the device, and at this time the light is blue.
Long-press the button for 3 seconds to enter the standby mode, and at this time the light is red.
4. FNC:
Multi-function button.
FNC + Number (1~16): Select the input source for all output channels.
Number (1~16) means the input source (1~16).
FNC + FNC + 1: Display IP address.
FNC + FNC + 2: Display the baud rate of serial port.
Note: The info above will disappear automatically in 3 seconds.
5. MENU / ENTER / UP / DOWN:
Screen operation buttons. Take RESET, for example.
1. On the initial LCD display screen, press “MENU” button. There are OUTPUT SETTINGS/INPUT SETTINGS/AUDIO BREAKOUT/SETUP/FIRMWARE items to be selected.
2. Press the “UP/DOWN” button to select SETUP item.
3. Press the ”ENTER” button to enter into the next level. There are LCD ONTIME/BAUDRATE/NETWORK/REBOOT/RESET items to be selected.
4. Press the “UP/DOWN” button to select RESET item.
5. Press the “ENTER” button, and it will prompt to confirm. Now press “FNC” to continue, or press “MENU” to return.Note: Pressing the “MENU” button will return to the previous menu on any page.
6. MENU / ENTER / UP / DOWN:
INPUT / OUTPUT (1~16) Buttons: Press a number (1~16) firstly to select an output channel, and then press a number (1~16) to select the corresponding input source.
7. AUDIO OUT (1~16):
Digital audio output port, connected to an audio device such as speaker.
9. TCP/IP:
TCP/IP control port, connected to PC or router with an RJ45 cable.
8. RS-232 Port:
Connects to a PC or control system to control the matrix.
10. IR EXT:
Connects to a 12V wideband IR receiver cable. If the IR receiver window of the unit is blocked or the unit is installed in a closed area out of infrared line of sight, the IR receiver cable can be inserted to the “IR EXT” port to receive the IR remote signal.
11. DC 24V:
Connects to 24V/5A power supply.
12. GND:
Connects the housing to the ground.
13. HDMI IN (1~16):
HDMI signal input ports, connected to HDMI source device such as PC, DVD or set-top box with HDMI cable.
14. HDMI OUT (1~16):
HDMI signal output ports, connected to HDMI display device such as TV or monitor with an HDMI cable.

Connection Diagram

Package Contents

  • 1x BG-4K-1616MA
  • 1x 24V/5A Power Adapter with US AC Power Cord
  • 1x IR Remote
  • 1x IR Wideband Receiver Cable (1.5m)
  • 1x RS-232 Serial Cable (1.5m, male to female head)
  • 8x Machine Screw (KM3*6)
  • 2x Mounting Ear
  • 1x User Manual

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