8K 4×1 HDMI 2.1 Switcher
48Gbps, HDCP 2.3, HDR/Dolby Vision, 4K@120Hz, VRR/ALLM, IR Remote
Switch between four 8K HDMI 2.1 sources on a single display with front-panel button or IR remote. The KanexPro SW-4X18K is a compact 4×1 HDMI switcher delivering 48Gbps bandwidth and 8K@60Hz 4:4:4 resolution. Auto-switch detects active inputs; manual override via the front button or included IR remote. Auto EDID ensures reliable handshake with any connected display.
Compliant with HDMI 2.1 and HDCP 2.3, the switcher supports 8K@60Hz 4:4:4, 4K@120Hz 4:4:4, and full HDR pass-through (HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG). VRR, ALLM, and FVA optimize gaming. Built-in equalizer and driver maintain signal integrity. Plastic enclosure measuring 122 × 65 × 19 mm (88 g), powered by included 5V/1A adapter at 3.4W max.
- HDMI 2.1 and HDCP 2.3 compliant
- Support 48Gbps video bandwidth
- 8K@60Hz 4:4:4 8/10/12bit, 8K@60Hz 4:2:0 12-bit, 8K@30Hz 4:4:4 10-bit, 4K@120Hz 4:4:4 10-bit video support
- Support HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG pass through
- VRR, FVA, ALLM support
- Support HDMI audio formats: LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio
- 4x1 switch output, auto switch is supported
- Built-in Equalizer and Driver
- Auto EDID management
- IR remote and front panel button control
- Compact design for easy and flexible installation
| Technical | |
| HDMI Compliance | HDMI 2.1 |
| HDCP Compliance | HDCP 2.3 |
| Video Bandwidth | 48Gbps |
| Video Resolution | Up to 8K@60Hz 4:4:4 8/10/12bit, 8K@60Hz 4:2:0 12-bit, 8K@30Hz 4:4:4 10-bit, 4K@120Hz 4:4:4 10-bit |
| Color Depth | 8/10/12-bit |
| Color Space | RGB, YCbCr 4:4:4 / 4:2:2, YUV 4:2:0 |
| Audio Formats | LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS-EX, DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio, DSD |
| ESD Protection | ±8kV (air-gap discharge) & ±4kV (contact discharge) |
| Connection | |
| Input | 4 × HDMI IN [Type A, 19-pin female] |
| Output | 1 × HDMI OUT [Type A, 19-pin female] |
| Mechanical | |
| Housing | Plastic Enclosure |
| Color | Black |
| Dimensions | 122mm (W) × 65mm (D) × 19mm (H) |
| Weight | 88g |
| Power Supply | Input: AC 100–240V 50/60Hz, Output: DC 5V/1A (CE/FCC/UL certified) |
| Power Consumption | 3.4W (Max) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C – 40°C / 32°F – 104°F |
| Storage Temperature | −20°C – 60°C / −4°F – 140°F |
| Relative Humidity | 20–90% RH (Non-condensing) |
| Package Contents | |
| Included | 1 × 8K 4×1 HDMI Switcher, 1 × IR Remote, 1 × 5V/1A Power Supply, 1 × User Manual |
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