{"product_id":"lightware-mx-tps2-ib-series","title":"Lightware MX-TPS2-IB TPS Input Board with Analog Audio and PoE Option","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eLightware MX-TPS2-IB Series\u003c\/b\u003e is a professional dual twisted pair input board designed for MX modular matrix frames, enabling reliable extension of HDMI 1.4, audio, Ethernet, and control signals over long distances via a single CAT cable. With support for 4K UHD at 30Hz, advanced HDCP\/EDID management, and a built-in test pattern generator, it ensures uncompromised signal integrity and seamless integration into corporate, education, and control environments. Available in two models, \u003cb\u003eMX-TPS2-IB-P\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eMX-TPS2-IB-AP\u003c\/b\u003e, this series delivers powerful connectivity and flexible AV system design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in two variants:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMX-TPS2-IB-P:\u003c\/b\u003e Base model, with standard HDMI + control extension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMX-TPS2-IB-AP:\u003c\/b\u003e Same as base model with analog audio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e4K UHD Video Transmission:\u003c\/b\u003e Supports up to 3840×2160@30Hz over a single CAT cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHDCP \u0026amp; EDID Management:\u003c\/b\u003e HDMI 1.4 and HDCP 1.4 compliance with advanced EDID handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMulti-Signal Extension:\u003c\/b\u003e Transmits HDMI, audio, Ethernet, RS-232, IR, and GPIO.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLong-Distance Operation:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 170m (1080p) and 100m (4K UHD).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCross-Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Works with all Lightware TPS transmitter devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRemote Powering:\u003c\/b\u003e PoE compatible with 48V remote powering and on\/off switching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBuilt-in Test Pattern Generator:\u003c\/b\u003e Solid Red, Green, Blue, Black, White, Ramp, Chessboard, Colour Bars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  \/* ===== Scoped styles (Shopify-safe) ===== *\/\n  .mx-tps2ib { --tab-gap:.5rem; 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48 V remote powering with on\/off switching, status feedback.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"k\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003e35 W (typ.), 51.6 W (max.).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"k\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeat Dissipation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003e120 BTU\/h (typ.), 176 BTU\/h (max.).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"k\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003e1025 g.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"k\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompliance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eCE, RoHS.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- IB-AP --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"panel\" id=\"panel-ibap\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-ibap\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"tbl\" cellpadding=\"6\" cellspacing=\"0\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n        \u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol class=\"c1\"\u003e\n\u003ccol class=\"c2\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"k\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVideo Standards\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eHDMI 1.4, DVI, HDCP compliant.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"k\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMax Resolution\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eUp to 4K UHD (3840×2160@30Hz RGB 4:4:4 \/ 60Hz YCbCr 4:2:0).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"k\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransmission Distance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eUp to 170 m (1080p, Long Reach) \/ 100 m (4K UHD).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"k\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eControl Signals\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eRS-232, IR, GPIO, Ethernet.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"k\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAudio Support\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eHDMI embedded audio + analog stereo I\/O (de-embed up to 96 kHz \/ embed PCM 48 kHz).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"k\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdditional Audio Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eVolume, gain, balance control.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"k\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRemote Powering\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003ePoE compatible; 48 V remote powering with on\/off switching, status feedback.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"k\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003e36 W (typ.), 53 W (max.).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"k\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeat Dissipation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003e123 BTU\/h (typ.), 180 BTU\/h (max.).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"k\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003e1095 g.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"k\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompliance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eCE, RoHS.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplication Examples\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cthead style=\"background: #f4f4f4;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eLive Events \/ Rental\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eCorporate \/ Enterprise\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStage input expansion:\u003c\/b\u003e Feed HDMI or DP sources (laptops, cameras, media servers) into MX matrix frames via a single CAT cable, simplifying front-of-house cabling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSignal integrity:\u003c\/b\u003e Built-in test pattern generator helps technicians verify inputs quickly during show setup and rehearsals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAudio workflow (AP model):\u003c\/b\u003e De-embed audio from HDMI sources and hand off analog feeds to FOH mixers, intercom, or recording devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTouring reliability:\u003c\/b\u003e Long-distance extension (up to 170 m at 1080p) ensures flexibility for temporary stage layouts without signal dropouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMeeting room inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e Extend BYOD laptops, VC codecs, or set-top boxes into the central matrix with HDMI + Ethernet + control over a single cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTraining \u0026amp; classrooms:\u003c\/b\u003e Provide a clean input point for lecturers to connect laptops, while transmitting audio\/video\/control to the AV rack seamlessly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEnterprise AV integration (AP model):\u003c\/b\u003e Embed or de-embed analog stereo audio for DSP, assistive listening, or language interpretation systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eControl environments:\u003c\/b\u003e Use RS-232, IR, and GPIO passthrough to integrate operator consoles or automation inputs into larger AV\/control systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left;\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cthead style=\"background: #f9f9f9; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 35%;\"\u003eScenario\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 30%;\"\u003eRecommended Model\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 35%;\"\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBasic HDMI + control extension\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMX-TPS2-IB-P\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSimple, cost-effective way to bring HDMI, Ethernet, RS-232, IR, and GPIO into MX frames without additional audio features.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLive event needing analog audio feeds\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMX-TPS2-IB-AP\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDe-embed HDMI audio and output as analog for FOH, PA, or recording, while still routing video into the matrix.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCorporate meeting rooms with DSP\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMX-TPS2-IB-AP\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmbed or de-embed audio for DSP integration, assistive listening, or microphone\/audio playback management.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEducation \/ training spaces\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMX-TPS2-IB-P\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable HDMI input extension with long cable runs (100 m 4K \/ 170 m 1080p) and built-in test generator for easy setup.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eControl \u0026amp; 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