The EL-8300VA is an advanced multi-format presentation switcher with built-in scaling, designed to handle HDMI, USB-C, DisplayPort, and VGA signals with HDMI and HDBaseT outputs.
It supports video up to 4K @ 60 4:4:4, includes upscaling and downscaling, EDID and HDCP management, and features an extensive audio section with analog inputs, a microphone input, a built-in audio mixer, and a 2 x 20 W stereo amplifier. The HDBaseT output allows video, audio, control, and Ethernet transmission up to 100 m. Control is available via front-panel buttons, OSD, Web GUI, IP Telnet, triggers, and RS-232, making it ideal for conference rooms, classrooms, and presentation environments.
Main features
8 x 2 presentation switcher with HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA, and USB-C inputs
Compliant with HDMI 2.0, DVI 1.0, and HDCP 2.2
Split HDMI and HDBaseT outputs with scaling capabilities
Supports up to 4K UHD video (18 Gbps, 4K @ 50/60 Hz 4:4:4, 8-bit) input and output (HDMI)
HDBaseT output transmits video and audio over a single Cat.5e/6/7 cable up to 100 m at 1080p and 70 m at 4K; automatic 6G signal conversion for HDBaseT compatibility
Audio DSP function allows audio mixing from multiple inputs plus balanced microphone input
Built-in 2 x 20W audio amplifier
Trigger Control Keypad support for simple one-button control (optional)
Control via OSD, RS-232, Telnet, Web GUI, and trigger
Full EDID and HDCP management
Supports standard PoH from the unit to compatible HDBaseT receivers
USB-C port provides up to 60 W of power to connected devices
User benefits
Greater presentation flexibility thanks to immediate management of heterogeneous sources
Video quality is always optimized regardless of the resolution of the connected sources
Reduces cabling and simplifies installation
Professional audio experience with integrated mixing and microphone management for clear presentations
Powers laptops and mobile devices without external power supplies via USB-C
Quick and intuitive control even in non-USB-C environments manned
Reduction in equipment requirements thanks to integrated amplification for passive loudspeakers
Areas of use
Conference rooms and meeting rooms
Classrooms and educational environments
Multi-format corporate installations
Professional presentations
AV systems with long-distance distribution
Technical characteristics
- Inputs:
- 1 × USB‑C (USB‑C/Thunderbolt)
- 5 × HDMI (uncompressed AV and data)
- 1 × DisplayPort (uncompressed AV)
- 1 × 15‑pin Dsub (VGA RGBHV)
- 1 × 6.35 mm stereo jack (microphone)
- 6 × 3.5 mm stereo mini‑jack (analogue stereo L/R)
- 2 × phoenix (2‑pin) (contact closure relay outputs)
- 1 × 3.5 mm stereo mini‑jack (infra red receiver)
- 1 × phoenix (4‑pin) (RS‑232 local control)
- 1 × phoenix (4‑pin) (RS‑232 HDBaseT pathway)
- Outputs:
- 1 × HDMI (uncompressed AV and data)
- 1 × RJ45 (HDBaseT HDMI and propriety data)
- 1 × phoenix (5‑pin) (analogue stereo balanced or unbalanced)
- 2 × phoenix (2‑pin) (speaker level stereo output)
- PSU: 24 VDC 6.25 A
- Dimensions (W × H × D): 43.2 × 4.3 × 17.4 cm
- Net weight: 2.56 kg