StarTech.com 4-Port HDMI Splitter with Built-in Scaler — 4K60Hz 1x4 HDMI Splitter

The StarTech.com 4-Port HDMI Splitter with built-in scaler is a versatile distribution solution designed to take a single HDMI video source and seamlessly drive up to four displays at once. Engineered for reliability in home theaters, classrooms, retail environments, corporate presentations, and digital signage, this compact device preserves image quality, color accuracy, and audio fidelity across all connected displays. With HDMI 2.0 compatibility and a built-in scaler, you can enjoy true 4K at 60Hz while maintaining compatibility with displays that have different native resolutions. It’s the ideal choice when you need synchronized content across multiple screens without the complexity of multiple receivers or complicated configurations.

• 1 HDMI input and 4 HDMI outputs, enabling you to mirror or distribute a single source to up to four displays simultaneously, perfect for multi-monitor setups, showroom walls, classrooms, and event spaces.
• 4K at 60Hz support with HDMI 2.0 bandwidth ensures crisp, smooth video and rich color fidelity across all connected displays, preserving the detail of Blu-ray, high‑definition streaming, and gaming content.
• Built-in scaler and EDID management help deliver reliable performance when displays have different native resolutions. The scaler adjusts output to each screen, reducing compatibility issues and ensuring a consistent viewing experience.
• HDCP 2.2 compliant for protected content and broad compatibility with modern media devices, while preserving multi-channel audio in your HDMI signal, so you won’t miss out on immersive sound when sharing video.
• Plug-and-play design with a durable enclosure; no software or driver installation required. Simply connect your source and up to four displays, power the unit if needed, and you’re ready to go.

Technical Details of StarTech.com 4-Port HDMI Splitter

• Ports: 1 x HDMI input; 4 x HDMI outputs
• HDMI Version: 2.0
• Maximum Resolution: Up to 4K x 2K (3840 × 2160) @ 60 Hz per output
• Bandwidth: 18 Gbps
• HDCP: HDCP 2.2 compliant
• Built-in scaler: Yes
• EDID Management: Integrated EDID handling and scaler adjustments to improve compatibility across different displays
• Audio: HDMI audio passthrough with multi-channel support
• Construction: Durable, compact enclosure designed for desktop or wall-moutable use

How to install StarTech.com 4-Port HDMI Splitter

• Connect your HDMI source (Blu-ray player, game console, PC, or streaming device) to the 1x HDMI input on the splitter.
• Attach up to four HDMI displays to the four HDMI outputs. Ensure each display is powered on and set to the correct HDMI input.
• If your configuration requires enhanced stability or you are using displays with different native resolutions, connect the external power adapter (if included) and power on the splitter. In some setups, passive operation may work, but power improves performance when using the built-in scaler.
• Power on the source device and allow the splitter to initialize. The built-in scaler will automatically manage resolution changes to optimize compatibility across all connected displays.
• Verify on each monitor that the content is displaying correctly. If a display shows a blank or incorrect resolution, use the EDID/scaling options to tailor output to that screen and recheck.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the maximum resolution supported by the splitter? Up to 4K x 2K (3840 × 2160) at 60 Hz per output, with the built-in scaler helping ensure compatibility across displays with different native resolutions.
• Can I mirror my source to all four TVs/monitors at the same time? Yes. The device distributes the same HDMI input signal to all four outputs, making it ideal for multi-display presentations or synchronized video walls.
• Do I need any software or drivers? No. This is a plug-and-play HDMI splitter with built-in scaler and EDID management, designed for quick and straightforward setup.
• Is HDCP 2.2 support included? Yes. The splitter is HDCP 2.2 compliant, allowing protected content from compatible sources to be displayed on connected displays.
• Will the scaler affect audio quality? No. The built-in scaler manages video resolution while preserving HDMI audio passthrough, ensuring the best available audio quality across connected displays.
• What applications is this splitter best suited for? It excels in home theater installations, digital signage, conference rooms, classrooms, and retail environments where a single source needs to be displayed on multiple screens while maintaining high-resolution video and clean audio.