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Ever wished you could view full quality HDTV throughout your house without a closet full of equipment in every room? CRM84 integrates everything you need to distribute all your HDTV video and audio sources to 4 different displays throughout your home.

The CRM84 has the following features

8 input sets, each includes the following
- HDTV component video
- Digital audio Coax / RCA
- Digital audio TOSLINK / Optical
- Analog audio R/L
4 independently controllable output sets, each includes the following
- HDTV component video
- Digital audio Coax / RCA
- Digital audio TOSLINK / Optical
- Analog audio R/L
Remote IR control with Zerokey code learning ability
RS-232 input for serial control
DC level correction on all video outputs
Professional quality video amps capable of driving cables up to 300'
Designed and tested to pass all video signals up to and including 1080p
Steel rack mountable case
Optional rack mounting ears

CRM84D: CRM84 also has the option to add digital video switching (DVI & HDMI), release date of 1/30/06. When this option is installed, it adds the following features

6 Digital video inputs (3 DVI connectors, 3 HDMI connectors)
1 Digital video output (HDMI style)
Auto switching option for digital video switching
Fully HDCP and audio pass through complaint

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Flexible control options

CRM84 can be controlled by several methods, you can choose the one the best fits your home theater control scheme.

Manual control using the front panel buttons
IR control using a programmable remote. You can download the Pronto codes needed here
IR control using your standard remote. Zerokey can learn any remote keys to control CRM84
RS-232 control with a PC or your existing home theater controller. RS-232 programming guide here

Each output is individually switch-able. You can configure CRM84 such that video and audio switch together (normal mode), or video and audio can be controlled separately (advanced mode).

DC level restoration

CRM84 contains an active DC level restoration circuit. The circuit will restore the DC levels on the output video to the proper specification levels regardless of what is present on the input. Why is this important?

Video distribution

CRM84 is the ideal amplifier for driving long video cables in your home. Many vendors claim their products can do this, but very few can accomplish this without distortion of the video. The most important amplifier design factors in driving long cables are source impedance matching, output connector quality, amplifier bandwidth, and amplifier current drive and slew rate. Our amplifier uses the best components for all these, resulting in the best signal distribution you can get. If you are interested in video distribution, please see our information page for more tips on optimizing your network for zero distortion.

ZeroKey technology

The CRM84 switch can be controlled manually by toggle button, by remote control, or RS-232. The remote control interface uses ZeroKey infrared code cloning to map any remote control key to each of the inputs & outputs.

ZeroKey technology is compatible with virtually all remote controls, and does not interfere with the normal operation of the remote. The best way to use this is to program the CRM84 with the same keys you normally push to switch your AV receiver or TV. The CRM84 will switch at the same time as your TV or receiver without the need for complicated macros or pushing extra buttons!

ZeroKey programming is stored in flash memory, and you will not need to reprogram even if you lose power. If you buy a new remote in the future, don't worry, the CRM84 can be reprogrammed as much as you like.

Unit includes:

CRM84 HDTV matrix switch as pictured
9V desktop power supply
Owners manual
3 year warranty

Specifications:

24 HDTV component video inputs
    75Ohm terminated at all frequencies
    Gold plated matched low impedance RCA jacks
    1Vpp nominal input swing (Ypbpr) or 1.3Vpp (Cvbs)   2.5Vpp maximum
    Crosstalk < -80 dB
12 HDTV component video outputs
   Source impedance 75 Ohms
   Gold plated matched low impedance RCA jacks
   All output sets individually controllable/switchable
   High performance amplifier capable of driving over 100ft of coax cable per output
   DC level restoration for maximum compatibility
   Noise spectrum > 60 dB
   -3dB bandwidth > 100 Mhz
16 Analog audio inputs + 8 Analog audio outputs
Gold plated matched low impedance RCA jacks
All feature Soft switching to eliminate pops and clicks when changing inputs
8 Optical Digital audio inputs + 4 Optical Digital audio outputs
   Optical digital audio inputs have built in shutters, no plugs needed
   Transcoding selected digital audio, optical => coax & coax => optical
   Both output sets individually controllable/switchable
8 Coax Digital audio inputs + 4 Coax Digital audio outputs
   Gold plated matched low impedance RCA jacks
   AC coupled to protect all connected equipment
   Capable of driving over 100ft of coax cables
   Transcoding selected digital audio, optical => coax & coax => optical
   Both output sets individually controllable/switchable
IR & RS-232 (DB9 female) control
Internal design
    Flash programmable micro controller enables ZeroKey remote technology
    Ultra wide bandwidth t-switch matrix prevents crosstalk or signal distortion
    Independent professional quality video amplifiers for best performance
    High reliability capacitors and self resetting fuse protection for long life
    Designed and manufactured in the USA
Housing
Black steel rack mountable housing 17" x 13" x 3.5" (2 RU)

Optional Features (CRM84D)

6 Digital video inputs (3 DVI, 3 HDMI)
1 Digital video output (HDMI style)
Auto switching option for digital video switching
HDCP, CEC, and audio pass-through compatible

Online manual (word document) Quick setup guide (word document)

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