Ultra Wide bandwidth HDTV, analog audio, and digital audio matrix switch & distribution amplifier

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Model CSM42            Accepts any Remote Control

The CSM42 is the only product on the market with can deliver full quality HDTV matrix switching!  It is also the most feature rich matrix switch available, combining HDTV video, analog audio, coax & optical digital audio, digital audio transcoding, and distribution capable output drivers.  Don't settle for an inferior product which will degrade your signals.

The CSM42 can support the following typical applications

• Switching 4 sets component video & analog audio to 2 displays/receivers/storage devices
• Switching 4 sets component video & digital coax audio to 2 displays/receivers/storage devices
• Switching 4 sets component video & digital optical audio to 2 displays/receivers/storage devices
• Transcoding/converting Digital audio between coax and optical
• CSM42 is designed and tested for all video signals up to and including 1080p

This unit delivers ultra clean noise performance and more bandwidth than needed for all high definition video standards.  The CSM42 is also the easiest component switch on the market to setup and use, and it  supports all HDTV video and audio formats  Our proprietary ZeroKey technology allows switching to be performed by any key on any remote.  No need for separate remotes or remote programming.  The CSM42 is the optimal solution for all these applications, and the specs speak for themselves

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Video distribution

CSM42 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 CSM42 switch can be controlled manually by toggle button, or by remote control.  The remote control interface uses ZeroKey infrared code cloning to map any remote control key to each one of the four video & audio inputs.  Here are the steps to program the CSM42 for your remote.

1. Press the toggle button to select the input/output pair you would like to train
2. Hold the toggle button for 3 seconds and release
3. The LED indicator for the selected channel will now flash continuously, this means it is ready to be programmed
4. Aim your remote control at the CSM42 and press the key you would like to use to select this input
5. The LED indicator will stop flashing, this means the code has been stored.
6. Repeat for the other input/output pairs (up to 16 total).

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 CSM42 with the same keys you normally push to switch your AV receiver or TV.  The CSM42 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 CSM42 can be reprogrammed as much as you like.

This product is covered by our 100% risk free guarantee and our standard warranty.

Unit includes:

• CSM42 component/audio matrix switch & distribution amplifier as pictured
• 12 HDTV component video inputs, 6 outputs  (Inputs: 4 switched sets of 3; Outputs: 2 sets of 3)
• 8 Soft switched Analog audio inputs, 4 outputs  (Inputs: 4 switched sets of 2; Outputs: 2 sets of 2)
• 4 Digital audio inputs, 2 outputs
• 4 Optical audio TOSLINK inputs, 2 outputs
• 9V wall power supply
• 3 year warranty

Specifications:

• 12 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
• 6 HDTV component video outputs  
     Source impedance 75 Ohms
     Gold plated matched low impedance RCA jacks
     AC coupled to protect all connected equipment
     Both output sets individually controllable/switchable
     High performance amplifier capable of driving over 100ft of coax cable per output
     Noise spectrum > 60 dB
     -3dB bandwidth > 200 Mhz
• 8 Analog audio inputs + 4 Analog audio outputs
     Gold plated matched low impedance RCA jacks
     All feature Soft switching to eliminate pops and clicks when changing inputs
• 4 Optical Digital audio inputs + 2 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
• 4 Coax Digital audio inputs + 2 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
• 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 Aluminum housing   9.25" x 6.25" x 2.5"

Online manual (word document)