Description

Exploit the Possibilities of USB connectivity

The device utilizes USB-C connectivity for a simplified transmission of 4K video, audio, control signals and power, and allows data speeds of up to 5 Gbps under the USB 3.1 Gen1 and allowing video resolution capabilities up to 5K (5120×2160) via HDMI 2.0 at 30Hz 4:4:4 or 60Hz 4:2:0, as well as 4K@60Hz at 4:4:4. Users who connect their laptop or other mobile device via USB-C can also enjoy charging up to 100W (120W total), thus eliminating the need to look for a wall plug and to avoid sudden interruption of meetings.

Devices such as laptops that do not come with USB-C connectivity can also be connected quickly and easily, using a combination of HDMI 2.0 and USB 3.1 Gen1 connections without compromising on either video resolution or data speeds.

The device is designed to be a centerpiece of any collaboration space, and can be connected to four USB peripherals via USB-A type connectors.

The device allows up to two hosts to be connected to the system, and also ensures quick and easy switching between these hosts, making this universal switcher a perfect fit for smaller meeting areas, involving 6-12 people.

Supporting 5K

Taurus devices deliver flawless switching for 5K 21:9 ultrawide displays, unlocking a new level of visual performance for modern meeting and control environments. Designed to enhance layouts like Microsoft Teams Front Row and other collaboration platforms, Taurus provides expanded screen real estate for design, data visualization, and multi-window workflows. With uncompressed HDMI 2.0 video and ultra-low latency, it’s the ideal choice for simulation, engineering, broadcast, and executive boardroom applications.

Additional Features and Capabilities

The switcher also thrives when it comes to audio capabilities, offering analog audio de-embedding features as well as support for DANTE/AES67 network connection. The UCX-4×3-HC40-BD universal matrix switcher with Dante USB Audio Bridge feature facilitates two-way Dante functions, enabling its use in meeting rooms equipped with a Dante microphone or other sources, all without the need for an external DSP or Dante/USB dongle.

Automated room control features are also included through GPIO ports, besides of RS-232 and occupancy sensor connectivity.

Security is always a key concern to our customers, therefore our engineers ensured that the UCX-4×3-HC40-BD adheres to the strictest security standards.

Secure corporate Ethernet interfaces ensure secure device control and configuration under the SSH, SSL and HTTPS standards, whilst the device can also be securely connected to a closed network of room control devices such as wall panels, or routed to the corporate system for additional control options, all via separate Ethernet layers.

The Taurus UCX offers noiseless operation, no fan in the device.

In today’s collaboration environments, it is key that the technology offers flexible and versatile ways for participants to unlock the full potential of a collaboration space and to not be limited by the default options offered by their meeting rooms.

The Taurus UCX product family is Lightware’s ground-breaking innovation offered for the increasingly growing demand for cutting-edge solutions in the world of Unified Communications.

Supporting SNMPv3

SNMP is an industry standard IT protocol used for network device and application monitoring from small systems up to global enterprise level IT environments. Lightware Taurus video switchers are supporting SNMPv3 -the latest and most secure version- and can be integrated to standard IT device monitoring systems like SolarWinds, Nagios, Zabbix, etc.

This way there is no need to create and setup custom AV monitoring solutions neither to invest energy in maintaining those. Lightware Taurus devices can be added to the IT enterprise network and device monitoring system easily and hustle free using the well known standard applications.

Remote System Logging (Syslog)

Taurus devices now support remote system logging via industry-standard Syslog protocols (RFC3164 and RFC5424). This allows seamless integration with external SIEM and log monitoring systems.

• Forward logs via TCP, UDP, TLS
• Choose between human-readable and structured formats
• Easy configuration via LW3 protocol
• Local journald logging remains unaffected

Features

• HDMI Stereo embedded Audio can be deembedded and converted to 2 channel Dante/AES67 streams 
• Multiple USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectivity for any type of USB devices (Camera, speakerphone, touch monitor, USB-HID devices etc…)
• USB-C input connectivity for 4K Video, Audio, Data, and Power (Video, Audio, Data and Power over a single USB-C connection)
• CEC at the HDMI outputs
• Passive, noiseless cooling
• USB-C charging up to 100W (120W total)
• Separate USB 3.1 Host switching layer for multiple USB hosts and USB devices
• Dedicated secure corporate and room utility Ethernet connectivity
• Supports HDMI 4K signal formats (4K UHD@60Hz RGB 4:4:4, up to 18 Gbps)
• Audio de-embedding to the dedicated RJ45 port connector complying with the Dante/AES67 standards
• USB 3.1 Gen 1, USB 2.0, USB 1.1 compliant
• Occupancy sensor connection (with 24V power supply)
• Welcome screen for custom corporate logo and on-screen display warning messages
• Multiple Ethernet network configurations fitting various corporate network topologies and IT security standards (e.g. 802.1x compliance)
• SSH, SSL, HTTPS for IT security
• Splash screen for custom corporate logo and onscreen display warning messages
• Audio de-embedding
• GPIO control ports
• Device control via Ethernet (TCP/IP)
• Uncompressed video up to 18 Gbps datarate (600 MHz pixel clock)

Hardware Specifications

Video

• Resolution: Up to UHD/4K@60Hz 4:4:4
• 5K Resolution: 5120×2160 HDMI 2.0: 30Hz 4:4:4 or 60Hz 4:2:0
• Signal Type: DP Alt Mode, HDMI 2.0, HDMI 1.x, DVI
• Maximum data rate: 18 Gbps
• Maximum pixel clock: 600 MHz
• Content protections: HDCP 1.x, HDCP 2.2
• Connector type (IN):
  • 2x HDMI receptacle type A with screw locking option
  • 2x USB-C receptacle with screw locking option
• Connector type (OUT): 3x HDMI receptacle type A with screw locking option
• Video processing: Signal parameter measurement

Audio

• Audio mode: Simultaneous pass-through and de-embedding to the Audio layer
• Supported audio formats for pass-through: All HDMI2.0 audio formats
• Supported audio formats for de-embedding: Uncompressed; HDMI Stereo embedded Audio can be de-embedded and converted to 2 channel Dante/AES67 streams

Control

• Ethernet:
  • Control: 1x 100Base-T via RJ-45 for Secure Control
  • User Data: 2x 100Base-T via RJ-45 for Configurable Ethernet
• RS232:
  • Connector: 2x 3Pol Phoenix
  • Symbol rate: between 9600 and 115200 baud
  • Configuration:
    • Parity: none, odd or even
    • Stopbits: 1 or 2
• USB: Connectors:
  • 2x USB Type C with charging function up to 100W (120W total), Optional Ethernet access
  • 1x mini USB Type B (reserved for service)
  • 1x USB Type A (reserved for future developments)
  • 1x USB Type B for Host PC
  • 1x USB Type C for Host PC
  • 4x USB Type A for peripherals
• Room Occupancy Sensor: Connector: 3Pol Phoenix
• GPIO: Connector: 8Pol Phoenix

General

• Powering: External 160W power supply
• Dimensions: 246*26*150 mm (WxHxD)
• Operating conditions:
  • Ambient temperature: 0-50°C
  • Relative humidity: 0-90% (non-condensing)
• Transportation conditions:
  • Ambient temperature: -20-70°C
  • Relative humidity: 0-95% (non-condensing)
• Complience:
  • EN 55032:2015
  • IEC 61000-3-3:2013+AMD1:2017
  • FCC CFR Title 47, Part 15, Subpart B
• Warranty: 3 years

Supplied Accessories

• 1x Phoenix plug 8 pins (MC 1.5/8-ST-3.5)
• 1x Phoenix plug, 3 pins, male
• 1x Phoenix plug, 3 pins, flat
• 1x Phoenix plug, 5 pins (MC 1.5/5-ST-3.5)
• 1x Safety and warranty info, quick start guide
• 1x USB cable, 3.1 Gen2 10Gbps, USB-C to USB-C
• 1x PSU-24VP3-160, (24V DC 6.6A), with phoenix 2-pole plug