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Black rectangular panel with 40 illuminated buttons and a central rotary knob

Blackmagic Design Pty. Ltd.

Blackmagic Design Pty. Ltd. Videohub Smart Control Pro 40 button professional video device

SKU CH-QWXE-QM14X

40-button control panel routes video with a single press, supports RJ45 ethernet, USB-C configuration, RS-422 connections and configurable source/destination buttons

  • 40 configurable buttons enable instant single-press routing
  • Take button executes pre-loaded crosspoint changes immediately
  • RJ45 Ethernet in and out provides network connectivity
  • USB-C port handles configuration and firmware updates
  • RS-422 in and out integrates with broadcast automation systems

40-button routing panel

The Blackmagic Design Videohub Smart Control Pro is a professional video routing controller with 40 programmable buttons for XY or single-destination switching. It connects via RJ45 Ethernet and RS-422 interfaces, with USB-C available for configuration and firmware updates. Power can be supplied through a DC input or over the Ethernet link. This panel suits broadcast engineers and live-production operators who need immediate, tactile cross-point routing.

Check Ethernet and RS-422 cabling

Verify that your router or switch provides an RJ45 port for the panel’s Ethernet In and Out connections, and confirm whether you will use DC power or Power over Ethernet. Ensure any serial-controlled equipment in the chain matches the RS-422 In and Out pinout. A USB-C cable and host computer are required for initial button programming and subsequent software updates.

Take button and multi-destination macros

The dedicated Take button lets operators arm multiple destination changes and execute them simultaneously with one press. Buttons can be configured as sources, destinations or combined macros, so a single action can route video to several outputs at once. USB-C firmware updates add new routing behaviours without hardware changes, extending the panel’s usefulness as workflow requirements evolve.

Highlights

  • 40 configurable buttons enable instant single-press routing
  • Take button executes pre-loaded crosspoint changes immediately
  • RJ45 Ethernet in and out provides network connectivity
  • USB-C port handles configuration and firmware updates
  • RS-422 in and out integrates with broadcast automation systems

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Does the Videohub Smart Control Pro include a power supply or must I buy one separately?

The unit can be powered through the DC input or via the Ethernet connection, so a separate supply is not mandatory.

Which button layout should I choose for a 40-button panel that handles both XY routing and single-destination control?

Each of the 40 buttons is fully configurable; you can assign any mix of source, destination or take functions to match your workflow.

What does the 2160p60 rating mean when the panel is connected to a Smart Videohub router?

It indicates the router can pass Ultra HD signals up to 2160p60, while the control panel itself simply sends routing commands over Ethernet or RS-422.

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