EL-8300VA - Advanced 8 × 2 multi‑format presentation switch with 4K @ 60 4:4:4 support, HDMI and HDBaseT outputs, integrated scaler, audio DSP with MIC mixing, 2 × 20 W amplifier and flexible control options

Advanced 8 × 2 multi‑format presentation switch with 4K @ 60 4:4:4 support, HDMI and HDBaseT outputs, integrated scaler, audio DSP with MIC mixing, 2 × 20 W amplifier and flexible control options

The EL-8300VA is an advanced multi-format presentation switcher with built-in scaling, designed to handle HDMI, USB-C, DisplayPort, and VGA signals with HDMI and HDBaseT outputs.

It supports video up to 4K @ 60 4:4:4, includes upscaling and downscaling, EDID and HDCP management, and features an extensive audio section with analog inputs, a microphone input, a built-in audio mixer, and a 2 x 20 W stereo amplifier. The HDBaseT output allows video, audio, control, and Ethernet transmission up to 100 m. Control is available via front-panel buttons, OSD, Web GUI, IP Telnet, triggers, and RS-232, making it ideal for conference rooms, classrooms, and presentation environments.

Main features

• 8 x 2 presentation switcher with HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA, and USB-C inputs
• Compliant with HDMI 2.0, DVI 1.0, and HDCP 2.2
• Split HDMI and HDBaseT outputs with scaling capabilities
• Supports up to 4K UHD video (18 Gbps, 4K @ 50/60 Hz 4:4:4, 8-bit) input and output (HDMI)
• HDBaseT output transmits video and audio over a single Cat.5e/6/7 cable up to 100 m at 1080p and 70 m at 4K; automatic 6G signal conversion for HDBaseT compatibility
• Audio DSP function allows audio mixing from multiple inputs plus balanced microphone input
• Built-in 2 x 20W audio amplifier
• Trigger Control Keypad support for simple one-button control (optional)
• Control via OSD, RS-232, Telnet, Web GUI, and trigger
• Full EDID and HDCP management
• Supports standard PoH from the unit to compatible HDBaseT receivers
• USB-C port provides up to 60 W of power to connected devices

User benefits

• Greater presentation flexibility thanks to immediate management of heterogeneous sources
• Video quality is always optimized regardless of the resolution of the connected sources
• Reduces cabling and simplifies installation
• Professional audio experience with integrated mixing and microphone management for clear presentations
• Powers laptops and mobile devices without external power supplies via USB-C
• Quick and intuitive control even in non-USB-C environments manned
• Reduction in equipment requirements thanks to integrated amplification for passive loudspeakers

Areas of use

• Conference rooms and meeting rooms
• Classrooms and educational environments
• Multi-format corporate installations
• Professional presentations
• AV systems with long-distance distribution

Technical characteristics

• Inputs:
  
  • 1 × USB‑C (USB‑C/Thunderbolt)
  • 5 × HDMI (uncompressed AV and data)
  • 1 × DisplayPort (uncompressed AV)
  • 1 × 15‑pin Dsub (VGA RGBHV)
  • 1 × 6.35 mm stereo jack (microphone)
  • 6 × 3.5 mm stereo mini‑jack (analogue stereo L/R)
  • 2 × phoenix (2‑pin) (contact closure relay outputs)
  • 1 × 3.5 mm stereo mini‑jack (infra red receiver)
  • 1 × phoenix (4‑pin) (RS‑232 local control)
  • 1 × phoenix (4‑pin) (RS‑232 HDBaseT pathway)
• Outputs:
  
  • 1 × HDMI (uncompressed AV and data)
  • 1 × RJ45 (HDBaseT HDMI and propriety data)
  • 1 × phoenix (5‑pin) (analogue stereo balanced or unbalanced)
  • 2 × phoenix (2‑pin) (speaker level stereo output)
• PSU: 24 V_DC 6.25 A
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 43.2 × 4.3 × 17.4 cm
• Net weight: 2.56 kg