Stoltzen Athena 44X
4-Port 8K HDMI Matrix with Advanced Features
The Athena 44X is a state-of-the-art 4x4 HDMI 2.1 matrix switcher designed to meet the needs of high-performance AV environments. It supports up to 8K resolution, making it ideal for applications requiring the highest video and audio quality. This matrix enables seamless routing of high-resolution video and multi-channel audio from four HDMI sources to four HDMI displays, offering outstanding flexibility and performance for advanced home theaters, gaming setups, and professional AV installations.
Supporting the latest video technologies, the Athena 44X features HDR10+, Dolby Vision, VRR, and ALLM for an enhanced viewing experience. With comprehensive EDID management and HDCP 2.3 compliance, it ensures compatibility with the latest HDMI devices. Additionally, the matrix provides downscaling capabilities, allowing 8K to 4K and 4K to 1080p conversion on each output.
For high-quality audio distribution, it includes optical and balanced analog audio outputs, and the low-latency video and audio processing makes it perfect for real-time applications. The Athena 44X offers flexible control options, including front panel, IR remote, RS-232, and TCP/IP, making it suitable for a variety of professional AV setups.
Key Features
- 4x4 HDMI 2.1 Matrix Switcher: Enables routing of 4 HDMI sources to 4 HDMI displays with 48Gbps bandwidth.
- 8K Resolution Support: Supports up to 8K@60Hz and 4K@120Hz with 4:4:4 chroma for ultra-high-definition video quality.
- HDR and Dolby Vision: Full support for HDR, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG for superior picture quality.
- Advanced EDID and HDCP Management: Ensures seamless integration with the latest HDMI devices and content protection standards.
- Downscaling: 8K to 4K and 4K to 1080p downscaling on each HDMI output.
- High-Quality Audio Distribution: Optical and balanced analog audio outputs for premium sound quality.
- Low Latency: Real-time video and audio processing for minimal delay.
- Comprehensive Control Options: Control via front panel, IR remote, RS-232, TCP/IP, and Web GUI.
Specifications
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3 |
| Supported Resolutions | Up to 8K@60Hz 4:2:0, 4K@120Hz 4:4:4, HDR |
| Max Bandwidth | 48Gbps |
| Audio Support | LPCM, Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio, DSD |
| Audio De-embedding | Yes (Optical and Balanced Analog Outputs) |
| Downscaling | 8K to 4K and 4K to 1080p downscaling on each output |
| Control Options | Front Panel, IR Remote, RS-232, TCP/IP, Web GUI |
| Dimensions (Matrix) | 440mm (W) × 203mm (D) × 44.5mm (H) |
| Weight (Matrix) | 2.65kg |
| Power Supply | AC 100 - 240V 50/60Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 40°C / 32°F ~ 104°F |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C ~ 60°C / -4°F ~ 140°F |
| Relative Humidity | 20% ~ 90% RH (non-condensing) |