KRAMER KDS-7-DEC

High–performance, highly–scalable, AVoIP Decoder for 4K over 1G network (KDS–7)

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Top Features:

  • Outstanding end–user experience

  • Ideal for large–scale deployments

  • Robust security

  • Simple planning and rollout

HDMI | Ethernet - RJ-45 | HDCP 2.2 compatible

Decode IP Video for Instant Display Magic 

Unlock seamless playback with the Kramer KDS-DEC7, a decoder for 4K streams over 1G IP, with HDMI output, analog audio de-embedding, and bi-directional control for IR/RS-232/CEC/USB. Enjoy 1-second switching, scalable 999-channel support, and 16x16 video walls in low-latency KM/KVM modes, backed by robust security and PoE integration. Ideal for real-time installations like control rooms and venues, it simplifies large-scale AV with plug-and-play compatibility.

  • KDS−DEC7 decoder is an advanced receiver for streaming 4K video signals via Ethernet over copper cable. It decodes streams over an IP network to HDMI output, and transmit the USB, IR, RS−232, or CEC signal over IP network.

    Outstanding end–user experience:

    • Rich set of inputs and interfaces

    • Easy–to–use KM/KVM — Searchable OSD Menu for KM and fully configurable KVM roaming

    • Large scale video wall — up to 16x16

    • Instantaneous switching time — 1 second

    Ideal for large–scale deployments:

    • Highly scalable — 999 channels build in support

    • State of the art management device

    • Rich set of management capabilities — Standard P3K Open API , LCD screen for configuration

    Robust security:

    • Enterprise IT–grade security — 802.1x and HTTPS/TLS

    • Security certification — OWASP Top 10 certificate

    • Separate ETH ports for optimal security and experience

    • New HW architecture that enables robust FW update

    Simple planning and rollout:

    • Cost–effective from day one

    • Full product range for any site, any application

    • Plug–and–play with Netgear M4250 AVoIP switches, Kramer Control, KDS–USB2, etc.

    PoE Support:

    • Using PoE switch — up to 13W consumption

    Alternative sources/destinations:

    • HDMI Loop–Through on Encoder and HDMI Input on Decoder

    Analog Audio:

    • Embedding and De–embedding

    Control gateway:

    • Through P3K control/communicate with IR, RS232, or CEC to the connected devices

    • For real–time essential installations such as command and control rooms

    • For large scale AV content sharing installations using existing wires and infrastructure in corporate offices and government applications

    • AV distribution systems with one or more sources and many displays in schools, universities, and public venues

    • For AV installations where low latency KM/KVM capabilities are required

  • TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

    Inputs
    1 HDMI: On a female HDMI connector

    Outputs
    1 HDMI: On a female HDMI connector

    Ports
    2 Ethernets: On RJ–45 connectors
    1 Balanced Audio: On a 5–pin terminal block connector
    1 RS-232: On a 3−pin terminal block connector
    1 IR: On a 3.5mm TRS connector
    2 USB: On USB−A connectors

    USB Features
    Integrated USB Hubs: 1−layer when connecting to KDS−EN7

    Network
    Multicast UDP, IGMP snooping non−blocking, Layer 2
    Unicast UDP
    Bitrate: Peak: 850Mbps, 4K average: 350Mbps, 1080p average: 250Mbps

    Video
    Compression: Visually Lossless, proprietary codec
    Max Resolution: 4K@30Hz 4:4:4
    Video Streaming Compression Standard: JPEG2K based, proprietary stream
    Max Input Resolution: 4K@60Hz (4:2:0)
    Max Output Resolution: 4K@30Hz (4:4:4)
    Max End-to-End Resolution: 4K@30Hz (4:4:4)
    Scaler: Yes
    End-to-End Latency: 33msec
    Switching Time: 1sec

    Resolution
    4096x2160@60Hz, 1600x1200@60Hz, 1280x960@60Hz, 848x480@60Hz,
    3840x2160@60Hz, 1600x900@60Hz, 1280x800@60Hz, 800x600@60Hz,
    1920x1200@50Hz, 1440x900@60Hz, 1280x768@60Hz, 720x576@60Hz,
    1920x1080@60Hz, 1400x1050@60Hz, 1280x720@60Hz, 720x480@50Hz,
    1856x1392@60Hz, 1366x768@60Hz, 1224x768@70Hz, 640x480@60Hz,
    1792x1344@60Hz, 1360x768@60Hz, 1152x864@70Hz, 640x400@85Hz,
    1680x1050@60Hz, 1024x768@60Hz, 640x350@85Hz

    Audio
    Supported Formats: LPCM, Dolby and DTS
    LPCM: LPCM up to 7.1/24−bit/192kHz
    Dolby: Dolby Atmos™, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus™, Dolby Digital EX,
    Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital 2/0 Surround, Dolby Digital 2/0
    DTS: DTS−HD Master Audio™, DTS−HD, DTS−ES Discrete 6.1, DTS−ES Matrix 6.1,
    DTS Digital Surround 5.1

    Security
    HTTPS, 802.1x, OWASP–10, AES–128 encryption of AV streaming with changeable key

    User Interface
    Indicators: LINK, NET and ON LEDs, front panel LCD Display
    Controls: Restart and factory reset rear panel button, embedded web pages,
    P3K API commands via Ethernet, front panel navigation buttons

    Power
    PoE (Power over Ethernet): 37V to 57V
    Typical Power Consumption: 5.52W
    AV + full USB load Power Consumption: 10.29W
    Optional Power Supply: 24V DC, 5A

    Environmental Conditions
    Operating Temperature: 0 to +45°C (32 to +113 °F), 10% to 90%, non–condensing
    Storage Temperature: –20 to +70°C (–4 to +158 °F), 10% to 90%, non–condensing
    Humidity: 10% to 90%, non–condensing

    Product Dimensions
    18.90cm x 14.50cm x 2.76cm (7.44" x 5.71" x 1.09") W, D, H
    Product Weight: 0.7kg (1.5lbs) approx

    Shipping Dimensions
    31.20cm x 18.00cm x 7.60cm (12.28" x 7.09" x 2.99") W, D, H
    Shipping Weight: 0.9kg (2.1lbs) approx