The Professional's Source Since 1973
  • Help
Ask Our Experts800.606.6969
Hello, Log InAccount & Orders

Bild Shop Specials

Video Chat with a Pro Video Expert - Live

BZBGEAR 16x16 4K UHD 18Gb/s HDMI Video Matrix with EDID/Downscaling/CEC

BH #BZUHD1616M • MFR #BG-UHD-1616M
Print
BZBGEAR 16x16 4K UHD 18Gb/s HDMI Video Matrix with EDID/Downscaling/CEC
Key Features
  • 16 x HDMI Inputs & 16 x HDMI Outputs
  • Video Wall Matrix with Downscaling
  • Up to 4K60 4:4:4 Video Support
  • EDID, ARC, CEC & HDCP 2.2 Support
Add a matrix switcher to your video wall, event space, or video distribution environment with this 16x16 4K UHD 18Gb/s HDMI Video Matrix with EDID/Downscaling/CEC from BZB Gear. The switching/scaling matrix allows you to connect between up to 16 HDMI 2.0b sources with up to UHD 4K60 resolution to 16 individual 4K displays.
More Details
In Stock
Free Expedited Shipping
Protect Your Gear
Add a protection plan from $128.69
Ask an Expert
800.606.6969

BZBGEAR BG-UHD-1616M Overview

Add a matrix switcher to your video wall, event space, or video distribution environment with this 16x16 4K UHD 18Gb/s HDMI Video Matrix with EDID/Downscaling/CEC from BZB Gear. The switching/scaling matrix allows you to connect between up to 16 HDMI 2.0b sources with up to UHD 4K60 resolution to 16 individual 4K displays.

This unit supports HDCP 2.2/1.x, EDID management, DVI 1.0, CEC, and ARC and can be controlled via IR remote as well as via RS-232 or IP control over a LAN. There are also 16 coax audio outputs to extract embedded audio from your HDMI inputs for output to a mixer or speaker system. Embedded audio support includes Dolby and DTS digital formats and the HDMI ports support HDR, HDR+, Dolby Vision, and HLG video formats.

Key Features
HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2/1.x, and DVI 1.0 compliant
Video resolution up to 4K2K60 (YUV 4:4:4) on all HDMI ports
Supports 18 Gb/s video bandwidth
Supports HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG
Resolution support up to UHD 4K60
4K to 1080p downscaler for each output port
HDMI audio pass-through up to 7.1CH HD audio (LPCM, Dolby TrueHD, and DTSHD Master Audio)
Supports ARC, EDID, and CEC management
Supports RS-232, IP, IR, and front-panel button control
Audio de-embed is supported via coax ports
1 RU rack-mounted design with front panel OLED display
UPC: 850033687248

BZBGEAR BG-UHD-1616M Specs

Processing
Switching Type
IR Remote, Pushbutton, Software
Input
Video Inputs
16x HDMI (2.0b) Female
Input Video Format
HDMI (4:4:4/4:2:2/4:2:0 RGB, YCC)
UHD 4K up to 60 fps
1080p up to 60 fps
1080i up to 60 fps
Input Audio Format
Analog
Embedded Audio Input
HDMI: 2-Channel (per Input)
Output
Video Outputs
16x HDMI (2.0b) Female
Output Video Format
HDMI (4:4:4/4:2:2/4:2:0 RGB, YCC)
UHD 4K up to 60 fps
1080p up to 60 fps
1080i up to 60 fps
Audio Outputs
16x RCA Stereo Analog Female
Output Audio Format
Analog
LPCM (Linear Pulse-Code Modulation)
Embedded Audio Output
HDMI: 2-Channel (per Output)
Connectivity
Other I/O
1x DE-9/DB-9 RS-232 Input/Output
1x RJ45 LAN Input/Output
Digital Audio Decoding
DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital / AC3, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS:X, LPCM, Dolby TrueHD
HDCP Support
Yes, Version 2.2
HDR Support
Yes, HDR10/HDR10+/Dolby Vision/Hybrid Log Gamma
DTS Compatibility
DTS, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X
Dolby Compatibility
Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD
Hardware
Wireless
No
Power
Power I/O
1x Barrel (24 VDC at 3.7 A) Input
Power Consumption
Power Supply: 100 to 240 VAC (76.8 W)
General
Operating Conditions
22 to 77°F / -10 to 45°C at 20 to 90% Humidity
Storage Conditions
-4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C 
Rack Form Factor
1 U
Dimensions
17.3 x 7.9 x 1.7" / 440 x 200 x 44 mm
Weight
109.3 oz / 3.1 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
10.345 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
20.9 x 14.5 x 3.6"

BZBGEAR BG-UHD-1616M Reviews

See any errors on this page?

Does this matrix support a single output shown ...

Does this matrix support a single output shown across multiple TVs - like a video-wall?
Asked by: Adam
The BZBGear 16x16 4K UHD 18Gb/s HDMI Video Matrix with EDID/Downscaling/CEC doesn't have the option to stretch a single output to all screens.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2023-03-20

Can this matrix send the same feed to many ...

Can this matrix send the same feed to many different screens? (one feed to many outputs)
Asked by: Tyler
Yes, the BZBGEAR 16x16 4K UHD 18Gb/s HDMI Video Matrix with EDID/Downscaling/CEC can send the signal from one input to many outputs at the same time, up to every available connected output.
Answered by: Tim Z
Date published: 2024-09-10

Can this handle HDMI 2.0a or just HDMI 2.0b?

Can this handle HDMI 2.0a or just HDMI 2.0b?
Asked by: Ioan
The BZBGEAR 16x16 4K UHD 18Gb/s HDMI Video Matrix with EDID/Downscaling/CEC is compliant up to HDMI 2.0b and can handle 2.0a as well.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2024-01-15

Can this covert to 1080i or 720p?

Can this covert to 1080i or 720p?
Asked by: Darren
No, the BZBGEAR 16x16 4K UHD 18Gb/s HDMI Video Matrix with EDID/Downscaling/CEC cannot downconvert to 1080i or 720p.
Answered by: Elliot
Date published: 2024-05-16
  • y_2025, m_6, d_20, h_5CST
  • bvseo_bulk, prod_bvqa, vn_bulk_3.0.42
  • cp_1, bvpage1
  • co_hasquestionsanswers, tq_4
  • loc_en_US, sid_1706217, prod, sort_[SortEntry(order=HAS_STAFF_ANSWERS, direction=DESCENDING)]
  • clientName_bhphotovideo
Whatever You Need, We've Got It