DARWIN 4K TX
DARWIN 4K RX
DARWIN 4K Control
Darwin_4K_TX_1_1779937476
Darwin_4K_TX_4_1779937477
Darwin_4K_TX_2_1779937476
Darwin_4K_TX_3_1779937477

DARWIN 4K TX

Overview

The Darwin 4K TX delivers stunning 3840×2160 60Hz 4:4:4 video with H.265 hardware acceleration, ensuring exceptional image quality at reduced bitrates. Equipped with PoE for simplified installation, it supports one-to-one and one-to-many multicast or unicast configurations, making it ideal for scalable AV environments. Advanced features include EDID management with scaling, HDCP 1.4, Phoenix analog audio breakout, and video wall support up to 9×9. Darwin 4K Tx is fully TAA compliant and comes with a 5-year warranty.

Technical

Technical

HDMI™ ComplianceHDMI™ 1.4
HDCP ComplianceHDCP 1.4
Video Bandwidth10.2Gbps
Video Compression StandardH.265/H.264
Video Network Bandwidth1G
LatencyText mode: 1 to 2 frames; Video mode: 3 to 4 frames
Input Video Resolution
  • 640x480p60Hz
  • 800x600p60Hz
  • 1024x768p60Hz
  • 1280x1024p60Hz
  • 1360x768p60Hz
  • 1440x900p60Hz
  • 1440x1050p60Hz
  • 1600x1200p60Hz
  • 720x576p50Hz (576p50)
  • 1280x720p50Hz (720p50)
  • 1280x720p59.94Hz (720p59)
  • 1280x720p60Hz (720p60)
  • 1920x1080p23.98Hz (1080p23)
  • 1920x1080p24Hz (1080p24)
  • 1920x1080p25Hz (1080p25)
  • 1920x1080p29.97Hz (1080p29)
  • 1920x1080p30Hz (1080p30)
  • 1920x1080p50Hz (1080p50)
  • 1920x1080p59.94Hz (1080p59)
  • 1920x1080p60Hz (1080p60)
  • 3840x2160p23.98Hz (2160p23)
  • 3840x2160p24Hz (2160p24)
  • 3840x2160p25Hz (2160p25)
  • 3840x2160p29.97Hz (2160p29)
  • 3840x2160p30Hz (2160p30)
Output Video Resolution
  • 1280x720@50Hz
  • 1280x720@60Hz
  • 1920x1080@24Hz
  • 1920x1080@25Hz
  • 1920x1080@30Hz
  • 1920x1080@50Hz
  • 1920x1080@60Hz
  • 3840x2160@24Hz
  • 3840x2160@25Hz
  • 3840x2160@30Hz
  • 1360x768@60Hz
  • 1680x1050@60Hz
  • 1920x1200@60Hz

Note: The decoder supports custom resolution output.

Encoder / Decoder

SpecificationEncoderDecoder
HDMI ColorHDMI input: RGB, YCbCr 4:4:4/4:2:2, 8/10/12-bitHDMI output: RGB 8-bit
IP Stream
  • 4K30: 4:2:0
  • 1080p60/1080p50: 4:4:4/4:2:2/4:2:0 configurable
Audio FormatsLPCM 2.0CH, 48kHzLPCM 2.0CH, 48kHz
ENC Analog Audio
Input Impedance10K Ohms10K Ohms
Output Impedance330 Ohms330 Ohms
Line Input Level (Max)1Vrms @ unbalanced audio1Vrms @ unbalanced audio
Line Output Level (Max)2Vrms @ unbalanced audio2Vrms @ unbalanced audio
Frequency Response(+1dB, -1dB) 20Hz to 20kHz(+1dB, -1dB) 20Hz to 20kHz
Audio S/N RatioLine out: 99dB @ 0dBFS, 1kHz, A-weighted; Line in: 84dB @ 0dBFS, 1kHz, A-weightedLine out: 99dB @ 0dBFS, 1kHz, A-weighted; Line in: 84dB @ 0dBFS, 1kHz, A-weighted
Audio THD+NLine out: 0.013% @ 0dBFS, 1kHz; Line in: 0.01% @ 0dBFS, 1kHzLine out: 0.013% @ 0dBFS, 1kHz; Line in: 0.01% @ 0dBFS, 1kHz
DEC Analog Audio
Input Impedance10K Ohms10K Ohms
Output Impedance330 Ohms330 Ohms
Line Output Level (Max)2Vrms @ unbalanced audio2Vrms @ unbalanced audio
Frequency Response(+1dB, -1dB) 20Hz to 20kHz(+1dB, -1dB) 20Hz to 20kHz
Audio S/N RatioLine out: 97dB @ 0dBFS, 1kHz, A-weightedLine out: 97dB @ 0dBFS, 1kHz, A-weighted
Audio THD+NLine out: 0.036% @ 0dBFS, 1kHzLine out: 0.036% @ 0dBFS, 1kHz
Transmission DistanceHDMI™ passive cable: 33ft/10m (4K30), 49ft/15m (1080p60); CAT5E/6/6A/7 cable: 328ft/100mHDMI™ passive cable: 33ft/10m (4K30), 49ft/15m (1080p60); CAT5E/6/6A/7 cable: 328ft/100m
ESD ProtectionIEC 61000-4-2: +/-15kV air-gap discharge and +/-8kV contact dischargeIEC 61000-4-2: +/-15kV air-gap discharge and +/-8kV contact discharge

Connections

Encoder
  • Input: 1x IN, HDMI™ type A, 19-pin female
  • Input: 1x AUDIO IN, 3-pin 3.5mm phoenix connector
  • Output: 1x AUDIO OUT, 3-pin 3.5mm phoenix connector
  • Control: 1x LAN (PoE), RJ45 connector, supporting PoE
  • Control: 1x RS-232, 3-pin 3.5mm phoenix connector
Decoder
  • Output: 1x OUT, HDMI™ type A, 19-pin female
  • Output: 1x AUDIO OUT, 3-pin 3.5mm phoenix connector
  • Control: 1x LAN (PoE), RJ45 connector, supporting PoE
  • Control: 1x RS-232, 3-pin 3.5mm phoenix connector

Mechanical

HousingMetal enclosure
ColorTurtle Aqua
DimensionsEncoder/Decoder: 95mm (W) x 120mm (D) x 21.5mm (H)
WeightEncoder: 305g; Decoder: 303g
Power SupplyInput: AC 100-240V 50/60Hz; output: DC 12V/1A (US/EU standard, CE/FCC/UL certified). Note: Power adapter is not included by default.
Power ConsumptionEncoder: 3.72W max; Decoder: 4.08W max
Operating Temperature32°F to 104°F / 0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature-4°F to 140°F / -20°C to 60°C
Operating Humidity20% to 80% relative humidity, no condensation
Storage Humidity10% to 90% relative humidity, no condensation