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Product Features
Technical Overview
This HDMI splitter delivers a maximum video resolution of 4096 x 2160, commonly referred to as 4K DCI, which provides exceptional clarity for professional video applications. It utilizes HDMI 2.0 technology to handle bandwidth up to 18Gbps, supporting high dynamic range (HDR) content, deep color, and multi-channel audio formats like Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. The splitter maintains signal integrity across both outputs, ensuring synchronized playback without lag or signal loss.
Power is supplied via a universal input voltage range of 120-230V AC, allowing deployment in various international settings without needing a separate power adapter. The internal circuitry is optimized for low power consumption and minimal heat generation, contributing to long-term reliability. The splitter's design includes built-in signal equalization to compensate for cable length, supporting reliable transmission over standard HDMI cables.
Key Product Advantages
The Black Box HDMI splitter stands out for its robust construction and compliance features, making it a dependable choice for institutional and commercial installations. Its metal casing not only enhances durability but also aids in heat dissipation, ensuring stable operation during extended use. The TAA compliance is a critical advantage for public-sector buyers, as it meets Trade Agreements Act requirements for federal contracts and educational purchases.
High-Resolution Support
Delivers 4096 x 2160 resolution at 60Hz, ideal for 4K content in digital signage, broadcasting, and multimedia presentations.
- Supports HDR content
- Maintains audio-video sync
- Handles 18Gbps bandwidth
Durable Design
Metal construction provides physical protection and thermal management, suitable for rack-mounted or desktop deployments in demanding environments.
- Resists wear and impact
- Promotes cooling
- Compact footprint
Deployment / Use Cases
This splitter is versatile for scenarios requiring simultaneous display of a single HDMI source. In corporate settings, it can drive dual monitors in conference rooms for presentations or video conferences, ensuring all attendees have a clear view. For retail and hospitality, it supports digital menu boards or promotional displays across multiple screens, creating cohesive visual experiences without additional source devices.
In educational institutions, the splitter facilitates classroom setups where a lecturer's content needs to appear on both a projector and a secondary monitor. For home entertainment, it enables gaming consoles or media players to output to a TV and a recording setup simultaneously. Its compact size and plug-and-play nature make it easy to integrate into existing AV systems without extensive reconfiguration.
Digital Signage
Distribute advertising or informational content to multiple displays in airports, malls, or corporate lobbies, maintaining uniform playback.
Training Rooms
Share instructional videos or software demonstrations across several monitors, enhancing visibility for large groups.
Physical Profile
The splitter measures 7.50" in length, 3.94" in width, 2.76" in depth, and 0.59" in height, with a weight of approximately 199.6 grams. Its slim, metal enclosure is designed for discreet placement behind displays or within AV racks, minimizing clutter. The compact dimensions allow for flexible installation in tight spaces, while the lightweight build simplifies handling and mounting. The finish is professional and neutral, blending seamlessly with most equipment setups.
- Width
- 3.94" (100.08 mm)
- Depth
- 2.76" (70.10 mm)
- Height
- 0.59" (14.99 mm)
- Weight
- 199.6 g
- Length
- 7.50" (190.50 mm)
Highlights
- HDMI 2.0 splitter with 1 input and 2 outputs for duplicating 4K signals
- Supports maximum resolution of 4096 x 2160 at 60Hz refresh rate
- Metal construction ensures durability and effective heat dissipation
- TAA compliant for use in government and educational procurement
- Universal input voltage (120-230V AC) for international deployment
- Environmentally friendly design with low power consumption
- Plug-and-play operation with no software required
- 3-year limited warranty for added reliability assurance
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Black Box Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | VSP-HDMI2-1X2 |
| Brand Name | Black Box |
| Product Name | HDMI 2.0 4K60 Splitter - 1x2 |
| Product Type | Signal Splitter |
| Video | |
| Maximum Video Resolution | 4096 x 2160 |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| HDMI In | Yes |
| HDMI Out | Yes |
| Number of HDMI Inputs | 1 |
| Number of HDMI Outputs | 2 |
| Power Description | |
| Input Voltage | 120 V AC,230 V AC |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Product Material | Metal |
| Height | 0.59" (14.99 mm) |
| Width | 3.94" (100.08 mm) |
| Depth | 2.76" (70.10 mm) |
| Length | 7.50" (190.50 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 199.6 g |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Country of Origin | China |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 3 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
What is the maximum resolution supported by this HDMI splitter?
The Black Box VSP-HDMI2-1X2 supports a maximum video resolution of 4096 x 2160, also known as 4K DCI. This resolution is ideal for professional video applications, digital signage, and high-definition content, ensuring sharp and detailed visuals on both connected displays without compression or quality loss.
How many devices can I connect to this splitter?
This splitter has one HDMI input port and two HDMI output ports. You can connect a single source device, such as a computer, media player, or gaming console, to the input, and it will duplicate the signal to two separate displays, monitors, or projectors simultaneously, maintaining identical video and audio output.
Is this splitter compatible with HDMI 2.0 devices?
Yes, the splitter uses HDMI 2.0 technology, which supports bandwidth up to 18Gbps. This ensures compatibility with HDMI 2.0 source devices and displays, enabling features like 4K at 60Hz, HDR content, deep color, and high-quality audio formats such as Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio.
What does TAA compliant mean for this product?
TAA compliance indicates that this splitter meets the Trade Agreements Act requirements, meaning it is manufactured in a designated country or undergoes substantial transformation to qualify for U.S. government and educational procurement. This makes it suitable for federal contracts, schools, and other public-sector purchases where compliance is mandatory.
What is the power requirement for this HDMI splitter?
The splitter operates on a universal input voltage range of 120 to 230 volts AC, allowing it to be used in various regions without needing a voltage converter. It is designed for low power consumption and includes a standard power adapter, making it easy to integrate into existing electrical setups in offices, homes, or commercial spaces.
What warranty is provided with this product?
Black Box offers a 3-year limited warranty for this HDMI splitter, covering defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. This warranty provides added confidence in the product's durability and reliability, supporting long-term deployments in professional environments like digital signage, conferencing, or retail displays.
What resolution or display format is specified?
It features a display specification of 4096 x 2160, giving you clear visuals for work and media use.
What refresh rate or brightness details are available?
Display-oriented products are best judged through screen, connectivity, and installation specifications. Those facts help buyers confirm visual fit, mounting flexibility, and deployment suitability more clearly than generic summary text.