Lorenz LZ-88IB 4K60 8×8 Seamless HDMI Matrix Switcher

Lorenz LZ-88IB 4K60 8×8 Seamless HDMI Matrix Switcher

Introduction

The Lorenz LZ-88IB 8×8 Seamless HDMI Matrix Switcher is a high-performance AV routing solution designed for professional environments such as conference rooms, command centers, control rooms, and digital signage systems. It enables the connection of up to eight HDMI sources to eight HDMI displays, supporting 4K Ultra HD resolution at 60Hz with 4:4:4 chroma. The matrix offers seamless switching without black screen interruption, integrated audio embedding and de-embedding, advanced EDID management, and multiple control interfaces including Ethernet, RS-232, and front panel controls. 

Key Features

• Fixed chassis 8×8 HDMI matrix switcher for professional AV distribution
• Seamless switching between sources without screen blackout
• Supports HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.3 compliance
• High bandwidth 18Gbps video transmission
• Supports 4K UHD resolution up to 4K@60Hz (4:4:4)
• Integrated audio embedding and audio de-embedding on all inputs and outputs
• IR matrix routing synchronized with video switching
• Built-in EDID management for stable source compatibility
• Supports external L/R analog audio insertion into HDMI stream
• Auto re-clocking technology to regenerate and stabilize HDMI signal timing
• Supports video wall functionality
• Multiple control options including front panel, RS-232, Ethernet, IR, and CEC
• LED indicators and front panel buttons for easy operation
• Designed for professional AV installations and control systems 

Technical Specifications

Video

• HDMI Standard: HDMI 2.0
• HDCP Compliance: HDCP 2.2
• Video Bandwidth: 18 Gbps
• Maximum Resolution: 4K@60Hz (4:4:4)
• Color Space Support: RGB 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:4:4 / 4:2:2
• Pixel Clock: 600 MHz max
• Supported Standards:
– HDR10 / HDR10+
– Dolby Vision
– HLG
– BT.2020
– Deep Color up to 12-bit
– 3D support

Inputs

• 8 × HDMI 2.0 Type-A inputs
• 8 × Analog audio inputs (3.5 mm line level)

Outputs

• 8 × HDMI 2.0 Type-A outputs
• 8 × Analog audio outputs (3.5 mm line level)

Control Interfaces

• 8 × IR IN (3.5 mm stereo mini-jack)
• 8 × IR OUT (3.5 mm stereo mini-jack)
• 1 × RS-232 control port (DB-9)
• 1 × TCP/IP Ethernet port (RJ-45)
• CEC control support

Audio

• HDMI Audio Pass-Through Formats:
– LPCM 7.1 (24-bit / 192 kHz)
– DTS-X
– DTS-HD Master Audio
– DTS 96/24
– Dolby Atmos
– Dolby TrueHD
– All Dolby and DTS legacy formats

Electrical

• Power Supply: AC 100 – 240V, 50 / 60 Hz
• Power Consumption: 100 W (max)

Mechanical

• Housing: Metal enclosure
• Color: Black
• Dimensions: 430 mm × 300 mm × 44 mm
• Weight: 5 kg

Environmental

• Operating Temperature: 0°C – 50°C
• Storage Temperature: –20°C – 70°C
• Humidity: 10% – 90% RH (non-condensing)

Compliance

• Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS, LMPC