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Key Features
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HDMI Correction:
Resolves common HDMI integration obstacles related to HDCP,
EDID, Hot Plug Detection, and bandwidth
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Compression/Decompression:
Pair units to compress and decompress 18Gbps
content with 10.2Gbps cabling
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Input Boost Mode:
High equalization option on HDMI input for repair of degraded
incoming signals
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Cabling Extension:
Works with HDMI cabling for extension of 4K signals with HDR10
up to 75 ft / 23m in or out. Maximum one active/directional HDMI cable may be used
for 18Gps signal.
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4K/UHD Support:
4096x2160 or 3840x2160 24/25/30/60hz at 4:4:4
(up to 18Gbps bandwidth)
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HDR10 and Dolby Vision:
More life-like images via a greater range of luminance levels
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HDCP2.2:
Compliancy up to HDCP 2.2 and backward compliant
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Deep Color Support:
Up to 4K/UHD 30Hz 4:4:4/12 bits or 60Hz 4:4:4/8 bit
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Low Profile:
Super compact chassis size
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USB Powered:
Low power consumption enables power from standard USB micro port
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Full Buffer System
™
:
Manages TMDS re-clocking / signal re-generation, HDCP
source & display authentication, Hot Plug Management and EDID Control handshake
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Lossless Compressed Digital Audio:
Dolby
®
TrueHD, Dolby
®
Digital Plus, DTS-HD
Master Audio
™
and Dolby
®
Atmos
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Auto-EQ:
Precise signal equalization applied to input and output signals automatically
delivers best possible picture quality
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EDID Control:
Internal library with 15 EDID handshakes including 4K with HDR in
addition to native EDID data of output/display
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Forced HPD:
Enables integrator to choose if active signal voltage is forced to
connected input device
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CEC and ARC Pass-thru:
Enables inter-device communication signals via CEC, ARC,
and HDMI Ethernet channels
Table of Contents
About KD-FIX418 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Usage Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Connections and LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Settings and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Important Product Warnings & Safety Instructions: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
How to Contact Key Digital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Warranty Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
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Note: Please visit www.keydigital.com for the latest product documentation and software
downloads. Product features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
About KD-FIX418
Key Digital
®
KD-FIX418 HDMI buffer and booster is designed and engineered to offer the
best in quality, performance, and reliability, while providing a cost-effective, ultra-slim
HDMI signal correction solution. The KD-FIX418 extends and re-clocks UHD/4K signals
with TMDS bandwidth up to 18Gbps and buffers essential digital video communication
such as EDID handshaking, HDCP compliancy, and Hot Plug Detection voltage.
KD-FIX418 supports all SD, HD, VESA and Ultra HD/4K video standards, including
UHD/4K with HDR10, 1080p/60, 1920x1200, and supports HDCP 2.2.
