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Intelix FLX-88 Flex Matrix Distribution System
8x8, Card and Cage, Modular, Plug and Play
Intelix FLX-88 8x8 Flex Matrix Distribution System
Introducing the Intelix Flex Matrix System. The FLX-88 card and cage chassis can accommodate up to four modular expansion cards. Cards are available to handle HDMI, DVI, VGA, RGB, Y/Pb/Pr component video, and/or HDBaseT inputs, while output card choices include HDMI, DVI, and HDBaseT, so it is possible to use this matrix system to drive both local as well as remote zone outputs. Use standard UTP twisted-pair cabling, such as Cat-6 to connect remote zones via the HDBaseT protocol.
Twisted-pair receivers are sold separately below, so you can get exactly the functionality you need. Use any combination of receivers, up to a total of eight receivers (add to your cart below):
- DIGI-HDX-R Enclosed HDBaseT Receiver - HDMI, HDMI audio, bi-directional IR and RS-232, up to 70 meters (230 feet) via one twisted-pair cable
- DIGI-HDE-R Enclosed HDBaseT Receiver - HDMI, HDMI audio, bi-directional IR and RS-232, up to 70 meters (230 feet) via one twisted-pair cable
- DIGI-HD60C-R Enclosed HDBaseT Receiver - HDMI, HDMI audio, bi-direction IR and RS-232, up to 60 meters (195 feet) via one twisted-pair cable
- DIGI-HD60-R Enclosed HDBaseT Receiver - HDMI, HDMI audio up to 70 meters (225 feet) via one twisted-pair cable
With built-in switching, scaling, format conversion, audio embedding and native ability to connect to remote zones via HDBaseT, the FLX-88 can route any type of input to any type of output. Control via front panel push-buttons, the included IR remote, or connect to third-party control systems via RS-232. With so much flexibility and functionality built right in, the FLX-88 makes it possible to replace a whole rack full of traditional A/V distribution gear with a single, elegant 2RU system. Please read this flyer for more details.
As with virtually all systems that are based upon twisted-pair cable technology, the Intelix Flex Matrix Distribution System will work with virtually any twisted-pair cables, including Cat-5e and Cat-6, but range and system bandwidth are directly related to both distance and cable quality, so to get the highest resolutions at the greatest distances, you will want high-quality, low-skew cables. Check the installation manual for more information. If you want the very best pre-terminated cables, please consider our VideoTwist cables.
Like most Intelix products, the FLX-88 comes with a two year limited warranty from the manufacturer.
Intelix's Description
Flexible Card-Based Matrix Switcher - 8 Input x 8 Output
part number: FLX-88
Features and Benefits
- Plug and play card-based design allows user to select between HDBaseT, HDMI, and DVI-D inputs and outputs
- VGA input cards are available
- Any input type to any output type (VGA - input only)
- 200ms internal switching time - viewable switching times will vary according to destination devices
- RS232, IR, and TCP/IP control
- HDMI and HDCP compliant
Applications
- HDBaseT, HDMI, DVI-D, and VGA signal switching and routing
- Extend 1080p up to 229 feet with FLX-BI4 and DIGI-HD60-R (video and audio) or DIGI-HDE (video, audio and control) or up to 195 feet using the DIGI-HD60C-R (video, audio, and control)
- Ideal for digital signage, corporate facilities, churches, schools, conference centers, and any other facility that requires high definition multimedia distribution
Technical Specifications
I/O Connections
- Supported Input Cards: FLX-BI4, FLX-DI4, FLX-HI4, FLX-RI4, FLX-HI4A
- Supported Output Cards: FLX-BO4, FLX-DO4, FLX-HO4, FLX-BO4A, FLX-HO4A
- Input and Output Card Securing Mechanism: Thumbscrew
- Control, Rear Panel: RS232 via DE-9, TCP/IP via 8P8C Connector
- Control, Front Panel: Push Button, IR
Chassis and Environmental
- Material: Black Painted Aluminum
- Dimensions: 483mm x 356mm x 89mm (19 in. x 14 in. x 3.5 in.)
- Rack Spacing: 2 RU
- Shipping Weight: 5.9 kg (13 lbs.)
- Operating Temperature: 0° to +40° C (+32° to +104° F)
- Operating Humidity: 20% to 90%, Non-condensing
- Storage Temperature: -10° to +60° C (+14° to +140° F)
- Storage Humidity: 20% to 90%, Non-condensing
Power, ESD, and Regulatory
- Power Supply: 100-240VAC 50/60 Hz
- Power Consumption: 60 watts Fully Populated
- ESD Protection: 15kV
- Regulatory: CE, RoHS
Other
- Warranty: 2 years
- Diagnostic Indicators: LCD output status and power LED
- Included Accessories: Installation Guide, IR Remote, RS232 Cable, Power Cable, Modular Metal Blank (4 ea), Rubber Feet (4 ea) and Intelix Pocket Screwdriver.
Distances and picture quality may be affected by cable grade, cable quality, source and destination equipment, RF and electrical interference, and cable patches. Intelix specifications are based on straight-through cabling with standard-grade Cat 5e unless noted otherwise.
Available Input Modules
- FLX -HI4A: 4 port HDMI input card with analog stereo to digital audio conversion and HDMI embedding
- FLX -DI4: 4 port DVI input card
- FLX -RI4: 4 port VGA-UXGA, RGBHV, RGsB, RsGsBs, YPbPr Component Video, S-Video, and Composite input card with individual scaling engines for each input
- FLX -BI4: 4 port HDBaseT input card
Available Output Modules
- FLX -HO4A: 4 port HDMI output card with HDMI digital audio de-embedding and analog stereo conversion
- FLX -DO4: 4 port DVI output card
- FLX -BO4A: 4 port HDBaseT output card
Downloads
Here is the front of the FLX-88 from another angle.
This view of the back panel shows the FLX-88 Matrix Distribution System with optional FLX-4A and FLX-BI4 input cards as well as FLX-HO4A and FLX-BO4 output cards installed. I/O cards are sold separately - add to your cart below.
Shown in this picture are the four input card options, from top to bottom:
* FLX-HI4A - HDMI w/stereo audio
conversion / imbedding
* FLX-DI4 - DVI
* FLX-VGA - VGA, YPbPr, S-Video,
composite video, each with scaling
* HDBaseT w/RS232, bi-directional IR
This image shows the three output card options, from top to bottom:
* FLX-HO4 - HDMI w/digital audio
de-embedding and analog stereo
audio conversion
* FLX-DO4 - DVI
* HDBaseT
The Flex Matrix Flyer reveals additional details about this highly flexible matrix distribution system. PDF format.
Here are the Tech Specs. PDF.
This is the FLX-88 Installation Manual and Operation Guide, in PDF format.
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