Description
The WyreStorm EXP-SW-0401-8K Essentials 4-Input 8K60 HDMI Switcher provides plug-and-play HDMI 2.1 switching for emerging 8K sources and gaming consoles, enabling uncompressed 8K@60Hz or 4K@120Hz output to displays.
It supports DSC 1.2a passthrough for higher-bandwidth signals, HDR formats including HDR10+ Dolby Vision and HLG, and HDMI 2.1 features such as ALLM VRR QFT and QMS while remaining HDCP 2.3 compliant.
Integrated audio de-embed and ARC deliver 5.1 audio to an AVR or distribution system without replacing the receiver; control options include auto/manual switching CEC passthrough IR and RS232 for integrator workflows.
Key Features:- 8K60 / 4K120 Switching: Send uncompressed 8K@60Hz or 4K@120Hz to displays while maintaining HDMI2.1 feature set
- DSC 1.2a Passthrough: Allows mathematically lossless transmission of super-high bandwidth signals up to 10K@120Hz when required
- Audio De-Embed / ARC: Extract S/PDIF 5.1 audio or use ARC to feed an AVR or audio matrix without upgrading HDMI chain
- HDCP 2.3 / 40Gbps FRL: Supports HDMI2.1 bandwidth profiles up to 40Gbps and HDCP 2.3 for protected content
- Control & Switching: Automatic/manual switching with CEC passthrough plus IR and RS232 control for system integration
- Home Theater: Central switching of multiple 8K/4K sources to a single 8K display while routing 5.1 audio to an AVR
- Media Room: Consolidate game consoles streaming devices and UHD players with DSC passthrough for high refresh gaming
- AV Integration: Use RS232 IR and EDID management to integrate the switcher into custom control systems



