New 8K HDMI Switcher with Audio De‑embedding

Posted on 05 October 2026

SW2 HD 8K

Extron is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the SW2 HD 8K, two-input HDMI switcher with analog audio de-embedding. It supports video resolutions up to 8K, including 21:9 and 5K ultra-wide aspect ratio content, delivering exceptional performance for next-generation AV systems. In addition to the HDMI output, an analog audio output provides extracted stereo HDMI signals to feed a sound system or other audio equipment.

Convenient integration-friendly features include automatic input cable equalization, user-selectable HDCP authorization, indicators for monitoring and troubleshooting, and multiple control options. The HDMI output can power external peripheral devices, such as active HDMI cables to support video and audio signal transmission over longer cable runs. The SW2 HD 8K is a perfect fit for Microsoft® Teams Front Row applications, immersive presentations, and next-generation collaboration spaces.

Key Features

• Supports video resolutions up to 8K/60
• Supports ultra-wide aspect ratios, including 21:9 and 5K
• De-embeds two-channel analog audio from an HDMI signal
• Supported HDMI 2.1 specification features include data rates up to 48 Gbps, HDR, Deep Color up to 12-bit, 3D, and HD lossless audio formats
• EDID Minder® Plus automatically manages EDID communication between connected devices
• Key Minder® continuously verifies HDCP compliance for quick, reliable switching

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