SMUGDESK
SMUGDESK Directional 2×1 HDMI 2.1 Switch 48Gbps 8K@60Hz 4K@120Hz
Connects two HDMI 2.1 sources to one display with full 48 Gbps bandwidth for 8K at 60 Hz and 4K at 120 Hz
- Conserves HDMI 2.1 ports with strict 2×1 directional switching
- Delivers lossless 8K@60Hz and 4K@120Hz video at 48Gbps bandwidth
- Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG and Dolby Atmos pass-through
- Instant source selection via one-touch button with LED indicator
- Works immediately with bus-powered plug-and-play and gold-plated ports
Purpose & Audience
The SMUGDESK Directional 2×1 HDMI 2.1 Switch routes two HDMI sources to one display, supporting 48Gbps bandwidth for 8K@60Hz and 4K@120Hz. It targets gamers and home-theatre users who need to share a single high-refresh UHD input between consoles or media players. Buyers requiring a splitter to send one source to multiple screens cannot use this directional switch.
Build Integration
The switch occupies one HDMI 2.1 port on the display and accepts two source devices, conserving limited high-bandwidth inputs on modern TVs or monitors. It passes through HDCP2.3, Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG and 3D signals without compression, while transmitting Dolby Atmos audio for licensed content. A manual button toggles the active source, indicated by an LED, so no remote control or driver software is needed. Gold-plated ports help maintain signal integrity in dense AV cabinets.
Thermals, Noise & Power
Bus-powered operation draws energy directly from the connected sources, eliminating an external power brick and any fan noise. The compact, passively cooled enclosure runs silently during extended gaming or playback sessions. With no active cooling components, thermal output remains negligible, leaving the surrounding equipment rack unaffected by additional heat.
Highlights
- Conserves HDMI 2.1 ports with strict 2×1 directional switching
- Delivers lossless 8K@60Hz and 4K@120Hz video at 48Gbps bandwidth
- Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG and Dolby Atmos pass-through
- Instant source selection via one-touch button with LED indicator
- Works immediately with bus-powered plug-and-play and gold-plated ports
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
Will the 48 Gbps bandwidth handle 8K at 60 Hz without compression?
Yes, the full 48 Gbps HDMI 2.1 bandwidth supports native 8K@60Hz and 4K@120Hz lossless uncompressed video.
Does the switch run warm or need a fan when left on continuously?
The bus-powered design has no fan and draws power from the connected sources, so it stays cool during all-day use.
Do I need an external power adapter for this switch to work?
No, it is bus-powered and requires no external power supply or driver installation.
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