Black Box 4K60 Copper HDMI Encoder

The Black Box MCXG2EC01 is an HDMI encoder designed for AV professionals who need to move 4K content across a network without delay. It captures uncompressed 4K video at 60 Hz with 4:4:4 color and delivers the stream in real time, so fast action stays smooth and on-screen graphics stay crisp.

Instead of relying on a dedicated matrix switch, the encoder uses standard copper or fiber Ethernet links. When connected over fiber it can carry the signal up to 30 km, a distance that covers corporate campuses, university facilities, and sports venues with ease.

Setup happens right at the front panel. Physical buttons and an on-screen display guide you through source selection, status checks, and network settings, so most tasks finish quickly without an external laptop. For projects that involve video walls or complex routing, the encoder works seamlessly with the Black Box MCX Gen2 Controller, letting you arrange multiple streams through a single interface.

Flexibility at the I/O side is equally strong. HDMI and USB-C ports accept sources that range from laptops to dedicated media players, while a local HDMI output lets you monitor the outgoing feed on a nearby display.

With typical power draws of 14.3 W on copper and 18.51 W when fitted with a fiber module, the unit runs efficiently and stays cool in dense racks.

Use it in a secure conference room, a broadcast studio, a command and control center, or any space where video, audio, and control must arrive together and on time. The MCXG2EC01 helps you build a network-based distribution system that looks as good as a direct connection yet scales to hundreds of endpoints.

• Streams uncompressed 4K video at 60 Hz with 4:4:4 color for sharp detail and accurate graphics
• Encodes and decodes in real time without measurable latency, keeping audio and video in sync
• Works over copper or fiber links; fiber runs can extend to 30 km for campus or venue-wide coverage
• Front-panel buttons and an on-screen display guide setup and status checks without extra software
• Provides HDMI and USB-C connections for flexible source and display integration
• Offers a local HDMI output for confidence monitoring at the rack or desk
• Integrates with the Black Box MCX Gen2 Controller for streamlined video wall and routing control
• Typical power draw is 14.3 W on copper and 18.51 W when a fiber module is installed