Black Box MCX S7 4K60 Network AV Encoder - HDCP 2.2, HDMI 2.0, 10-GbE Copper

The Black Box MCX S7 4K60 Network AV Encoder brings professional-grade AV-over-IP capability to modern facilities that demand pristine 4K60 video and pristine 4:4:4 color fidelity. Engineered for high-demand environments, MCX distributes and extends uncompressed 4K 60 Hz video and audio across 10-Gbps network infrastructures with reliability and simplicity. Designed to work within 10-GbE copper Ethernet ecosystems, the MCX S7 leverages HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 to deliver secure, borderless content distribution for corporate lobbies, conference rooms, control rooms, classrooms, digital signage, and broadcast-grade installations. This encoder is built to preserve image quality from source to display, ensuring content remains sharp, color-accurate, and latency-conscious in live environments where every frame matters. Whether you’re upgrading an AV backbone or deploying a new IP-based system, MCX S7 provides the performance and scalability needed to drive immersive experiences across multiple rooms and buildings.

• Uncompressed 4K60 4:4:4 video over IP: Experience pristine image quality with full chroma sampling preserved from source to display. The MCX S7 is purpose-built for high-end AV applications that demand precise color, detail, and depth without compression artifacts that degrade 4K content. This enables eye-catching presentations, lifelike digital signage, and cinematic video experiences across large LED walls and projectors, while maintaining synchronization with multi-channel audio across the network.
• HDCP 2.2 compliance and HDMI 2.0 support: The encoder is designed to protect premium content with industry-standard HDCP 2.2, enabling secure distribution of 4K60 material from protected sources. Coupled with HDMI 2.0 interfaces, MCX S7 ensures robust compatibility with modern display devices, media players, and control systems, delivering reliable throughput for protected video streams in conference rooms and corporate environments.
• 10-GbE copper network interface for scalable AV distribution: Built to integrate into current and expanding 10-Gbps networks, MCX S7 leverages copper Ethernet to deliver high-bandwidth, low-latency streams across campus or enterprise installations. This enables multiple encoders and decoders to operate cohesively within the same IP infrastructure, supporting larger AV deployments without compromising video integrity or timing.
• Versatile AV-over-IP encoder for professional workflows: The MCX S7 is designed to be a flexible cornerstone of professional AV ecosystems. It supports centralized management, easy provisioning, and compatibility with standard AV-over-IP tooling. The unit acts as a bridge between HDMI sources and IP-based distribution, facilitating turnkey setups for corporate environments, education facilities, event venues, and emergency notification systems where consistent 4K60 delivery is critical.
• Ideal for corporate, education, and digital signage applications: From executive briefings and immersive boardroom experiences to dynamic classroom lessons and attention-grabbing signage, MCX S7 helps you scale your AV distribution while preserving image integrity. Its 4K60 capability and secure, IP-based routing make it a practical backbone for facilities aiming to modernize their AV infrastructure with a future-proof, IP-first approach.

Technical Details of Black Box MCX S7 4K60 Network AV Encoder

• Product: MCX S7 4K60 Network AV Encoder
• Video: Uncompressed 4K 60 Hz, 4:4:4 color sampling
• HDCP: HDCP 2.2 compliant for protected content
• Video Interface: HDMI 2.0
• Network Interface: 10-GbE copper Ethernet
• Application: AV-over-IP encoding for distribution of 4K60 video and audio over IP networks

How to install Black Box MCX S7 4K60 Network AV Encoder

• Step 1 – Prepare the source: Connect your HDMI 2.0 source device to the MCX S7’s HDMI input, ensuring the source is configured to 4K60 and the appropriate color space for your content.
• Step 2 – Establish the network: Plug the MCX S7 into a 10-GbE copper network using a supported switch or router. Ensure your network has sufficient bandwidth and that multicast or unicast streaming modes align with your deployment plan.
• Step 3 – Power and access: Apply power to the encoder and use its management interface (via a connected computer or control system) to access IP settings and begin configuration. This typically includes assigning a stable IP address and configuring the streaming targets for receivers on the network.
• Step 4 – Configure encoding and routing: Within the management interface, set the encoding parameters, confirm HDCP 2.2 status, and establish routing rules or multicast groups for distributing the 4K60 stream to designated display endpoints or decoders across the IP network.
• Step 5 – Validate and calibrate: Verify video and audio quality at the displays, adjust color, brightness, and latency as required, and perform a test run that simulates real usage to ensure reliability across all endpoints.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What type of video can the MCX S7 deliver over IP?

The MCX S7 delivers uncompressed 4K60 video at 4:4:4 color, preserving maximum image fidelity and chroma accuracy for high-end professional applications. It’s designed for AV installations where source content needs pristine quality when distributed over a 10-GbE network.

• Q: Is HDCP 2.2 supported, and why does that matter?

Yes. HDCP 2.2 support ensures secure transmission of protected 4K content from compatible sources to downstream displays and devices. This is essential for demonstrating and distributing premium media while maintaining compliance with content protection requirements in corporate and commercial environments.

• Q: What network infrastructure is recommended for MCX S7?

A reliable 10-GbE copper Ethernet network is recommended. This typically involves switches and cabling capable of 10 Gbps operation to handle the bandwidth needed for uncompressed 4K60 video and multi-channel audio across multiple endpoints.

• Q: Can MCX S7 work with standard AV gear and control systems?

Yes. MCX S7 is engineered to fit into standard AV-over-IP workflows and is compatible with common management tools and control protocols used in professional environments. This enables straightforward integration with displays, processors, and control systems used in meeting rooms, classrooms, and signage networks.

• Q: How should I plan for long-term deployments?

Plan for scalable IP distribution by mapping out endpoints, ensuring adequate network bandwidth, and provisioning multicast or unicast streams as needed. Regular firmware updates and network health monitoring are recommended to maintain performance and compatibility with expanding AV ecosystems.