BLUSTREAM SP24AB-8K 4 Way 8K HDMI Splitter User Manual

: September 19, 2024
: BLUSTREAM

Table of Contents

BLUSTREAM SP24AB-8K 4 Way 8K HDMI Splitter
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
FAQ
Introduction
Front Panel Descriptions
Device Configuration
EDID Control
Specifications
Package Contents
Certifications
Documents / Resources

BLUSTREAM SP24AB-8K 4 Way 8K HDMI Splitter

Product Information

Specifications

Model: SP24AB-8K
Type: 4-Way 8K HDMI Splitter
Power Input: 12V, 2.5A DC
IR Control: 5V
Audio Output: Optical Digital Output (S/PDIF), Analogue Audio Left/Right Output (3.5mm stereo jack)
Upgrade Port: Micro USB

Product Usage Instructions

Front Panel Descriptions

Power Status Indicator
Input Selection Button – Press to toggle between HDMI inputs, press and hold for 10 seconds to enable/disable auto-switching mode
Input Status LED – Illuminates to identify which HDMI input source is selected
Output Status LED – Illuminates if the corresponding HDMI output is active
IR Receiver Window – Point the IR remote here to control the device
Micro USB Upgrade Port – Used for firmware upgrade purposes

Rear Panel Descriptions

HDMI Inputs – Connect to HDMI source devices
HDMI Outputs – Connect to HDMI displays
Optical Digital Output (S/PDIF) – de-embedded audio from selected HDMI input
Analogue Audio Left/Right Output (3.5mm stereo jack) -de-embedded audio from the selected HDMI input.
IR Control Port – Connect supplied Blustream 5V IR receiver, or control processor to control the switcher
EDID DIP switches – See the next section for EDID details
12V/2.5A DC Power Input screw terminal connector

Device Configuration

The upgrade port is also a serial UART port and can be used for configuration and control of the device by using a standard micro USB data cable (not included) from a PC using a terminal program.

The default serial UART communication settings are:

Baud Rate: 57600
Data Bit: 8
Stop Bit: 1
Parity Bit: None

The API is available to download from the Blustream website.

EDID Control

DIP-switch Position 0′ = Off, Dip-switch Position1′ = On

FAQ

Q: How do I switch between HDMI inputs?

A: Press the Input Selection Button on the front panel to toggle between HDMI inputs.

Q: How do I upgrade the firmware?

A: Use a standard micro USB data cable to connect the upgrade port to a PC and follow the instructions provided on the Blustream website.

Introduction

The SP24AB-8K HDMI 2.1 splitter is designed to be used where HDMI 2.1 chipsets are being utilized for signals up to 8K 60Hz and 4K 120Hz.
With the selection of 2 x HDMI 2.1 input sources, a single source can be distributed to up to 4 x outputs simultaneously, the SP24AB-8K can auto-switch based on detecting a 5V hot plug, a new TMDS signal; or manually using IR or the front panel.
Analog and coaxial digital (S/PDIF) audio breakout allows for audio integration, HDCP2.3 compliant, and advanced EDID management.

FEATURES:

Features 2x selectable HDMI 2.1 inputs that are split into 4x HDMI outputs
Supports HDMI 2.1 specification including HDR (40Gbps maximum)
Supports up to 8K 60Hz YCbCr 4:2:0 10bit, 8K 30Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 10bit, or 4K 120Hz RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 10bit
Supports ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) & VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
Supports all known HDMI audio formats including Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS-HD Master Audio transmission
Auto HDMI source switching via 5v and/or TMDS signal sensing
Manual HDMI source switching via the front panel and IR
Audio breakout to analog L/R audio and optical (S/PDIF) digital outputs concurrently
5v / 12v IR Compatible
HDCP 2.3 compliant with advanced EDID management

Front Panel Descriptions

Power Status Indicator
Input Selection Button – Press to toggle between HDMI inputs, press and hold for 10 seconds to enable/disable auto-switching mode
Input Status LED – Illuminates to identify which HDMI input source is selected
Output Status LED – Illuminates if the corresponding HDMI output is active
IR Receiver Window – Point the IR remote here to control the device
Micro USB Upgrade Port – Used for firmware upgrade purposes

Rear Panel Descriptions

HDMI Inputs – Connect to HDMI source devices
HDMI Outputs – Connect to HDMI displays
Optical Digital Output (S/PDIF) – de-embedded audio from selected HDMI input
Analogue Audio Left/Right Output (3.5mm stereo jack) – de-embedded audio from the selected HDMI input. The source input must be PCM 2-channel audio for the analog output to work.
- The SP24AB-8K does not down-mix multi-channel audio signals
IR Control Port – connect supplied Blustream 5V IR receiver, or control processor to control the switcher
EDID DIP switches – see over the page for EDID details
12v/2.5A DC Power Input screw terminal connector

Device Configuration

The upgrade port is also a serial UART port and can be used for configuration and control of the device by using a standard micro USB data cable (not included) from a PC using a terminal program.
It allows the configuration of items such as IR 5v/12v selection, auto-switching, output source changing, and EDID configuration for each input.

The default serial UART communication settings are:

Baud Rate: 57600
Data Bit: 8
Stop Bit: 1
Parity Bit: none
The API is available to download from the Blustream website.

EDID Control

EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) is a data structure that is used between a display and a source. This data is used by the source to find out what audio and video resolutions are supported by the display/s.
By pre-determining the video resolution and audio format of the source and display devices, you can reduce the time needed for EDID handshaking thus making power cycles quicker and more reliable.
Configuration of the EDID settings for the input can be achieved either via the EDID DIP switches on the rear of the splitter, or by using the micro-USB connector and Blustream EDID API commands when in Software Control mode.
Dip-switch Position ‘0’ = Off
Dip-switch Position ‘1’ = On

DIP ON ▼/OFF▲ SWITCHING POSITIONS EDID TYPE

4| 3| 2| 1| 0|
Off| Off| Off| Off| Off| HDMI 1080p@60Hz, Audio 2ch PCM
Off| Off| Off| Off| On| HDMI 1080p@60Hz, Audio 5.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY
Off| Off| Off| On| Off| HDMI 1080p@60Hz, Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY/HD
Off| Off| Off| On| On| HDMI 4K@30Hz 4:4:4, Audio 2ch PCM
Off| Off| On| Off| Off| HDMI 4K@30Hz 4:4:4, Audio 5.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY
Off| Off| On| Off| On| HDMI 4K@30Hz 4:4:4, Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY/HD
Off| Off| On| On| Off| HDMI 4K@60Hz 4:2:0+4K@30Hz 4:4:4, Audio 2ch PCM
Off| Off| On| On| On| HDMI 4K@60Hz 4:2:0+4K@30Hz 4:4:4, Audio 5.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY
Off| On| Off| Off| Off| HDMI 4K@60Hz 4:2:0+4K@30Hz 4:4:4, Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY/HD
Off| On| Off| Off| On| HDMI 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, 8-bit, Audio 2ch PCM
Off| On| Off| On| Off| HDMI 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, 8-bit, Audio 5.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY
Off| On| Off| On| On| HDMI 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, 8-bit, Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY/HD
Off| On| On| Off| Off| HDMI 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, 10-bit HDR, Audio 2ch PCM
Off| On| On| Off| On| HDMI 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, 10-bit HDR, Audio 5.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY
Off| On| On| On| Off| HDMI 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, 12-bit HDR (Inc DV), Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY/HD
Off| On| On| On| On| HDMI 4K@120Hz 4:4:4, 10-bit HDR, Audio 2ch PCM – Inc VRR
On| Off| Off| Off| Off| HDMI 4K@120Hz 4:4:4, 10-bit HDR, Audio 5.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY – Inc VRR
On| Off| Off| Off| On| HDMI 4K@120Hz 4:4:4, 10-bit HDR, Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY/HD – Inc VRR
On| Off| Off| On| Off| HDMI 8K@30Hz 4:4:4, 10-bit HDR, Audio 2ch PCM – Inc VRR
On| Off| Off| On| On| HDMI 8K@30Hz 4:4:4, 10-bit HDR, Audio 5.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY – Inc VRR
On| Off| On| Off| Off| HDMI 8K@30Hz 4:4:4, 10-bit HDR, Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY/HD – Inc VRR
On| Off| On| Off| On| HDMI 8K@60Hz 4:2:0+8K@30Hz 4:4:4, 10-bit HDR, Audio 2ch PCM – Inc VRR
On| Off| On| On| Off| HDMI 8K@60Hz 4:2:0+8K@30Hz 4:4:4, 10-bit HDR, Audio 5.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY – Inc VRR
On| Off| On| On| On| HDMI 8K@60Hz 4:2:0+8K@30Hz 4:4:4, 10-bit HDR, Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY/HD – Inc VRR
On| On| Off| Off| Off| HDMI 4K@120Hz 4:4:4, 12-bit HDR (Inc DV), Audio 2ch PCM – Inc VRR
On| On| Off| Off| On| HDMI 4K@120Hz 4:4:4, 12-bit HDR (Inc DV), Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY/HD – Inc VRR
On| On| Off| On| Off| HDMI 8K@30Hz 4:4:4, 12-bit HDR (Inc DV), Audio 2ch PCM – Inc VRR
On| On| Off| On| On| HDMI 8K@30Hz 4:4:4, 12-bit HDR (Inc DV), Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY/HD – Inc VRR
On| On| On| Off| Off| HDMI 8K@60Hz 4:2:0+8K@30Hz 4:4:4, 12-bit HDR (Inc DV), Audio 2ch PCM – Inc VRR
On| On| On| Off| On| HDMI 8K@60Hz 4:2:0+8K@30Hz 4:4:4, 12-bit HDR (Inc DV), Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY/HD – Inc VRR
On| On| On| On| Off| EDID Pass-through (Copy EDID from Output 1)
On| On| On| On| On| EDID Software control

Specifications

Video Input Connectors: 2 x HDMI Type A, female
Video Output Connectors: 4 x HDMI Type A, Female RJ45 connector
Audio Output Connectors: 1 x Analogue left / right audio (3.5mm stereo jack), 1x Optical S/PDIF socket
IR Input Port: 1 x 3.5mm stereo jack
Upgrade Port: 1 x Micro USB connector
Casing Dimensions (W x D x H): 212mm x 94mm x 23mm
Power Supply: 12v/2.5A DC connector
Box Dimensions (W x D x H): 265 x 135 x 90mm
Shipping Weight: 1kg
Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to +40°C)
Storage Temperature: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to +60°C)
NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Weights and dimensions are approximate.

Package Contents

1 x SP24AB-8K
1 x 12v/2.5A DC power supply
1 x IR Remote Control & Receiver
1 x Mounting kit
4 x Rubber Feet
1 x Quick Reference Guide

Certifications

FCC Notice -This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, under part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used by the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Caution – changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Canada, Industry Canada (IC) Notices

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

this device may not cause interference,
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Correct Disposal of this product

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed of with other household wastes. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmentally safe recycling.

Documents / Resources

| BLUSTREAM SP24AB-8K 4 Way 8K HDMI Splitter [pdf] User Manual
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