Lightware MX2 Matrix switchers now support 5K with latest firmware update
We have announced a valuable new feature of our MX2 matrix switchers. The most recent firmware update unlocks 5K resolution support, with no hardware modifications required.
We have announced a valuable new feature of our MX2 matrix switchers. The most recent firmware update unlocks 5K resolution support, with no hardware modifications required. From today, integrators can boost performance and support for 5k ultrawide displays simply by applying the latest firmware.
This update represents a practical response to the growing number of AV environments demanding 21:9 ultrawide aspect ratios. Our MX2 switchers can now support significantly more screen real estate and sharper visuals without sacrificing system reliability.
- says Lightware CEO, Gergely Vida.
Trusted by AV professionals worldwide, the MX2 series is part of the world’s largest matrix switcher portfolio from Lightware. Already established in the most demanding AV environments, MX2 offers ultra-low latency, uncompressed 4K60 4:4:4 switching, and reliable EDID handling.
This update enables MX2 devices to handle 5120×2160 resolution via HDMI 2.0 (30Hz 4:4:4 or 60Hz 4:2:0) and DisplayPort 1.2 (30Hz 4:4:4). Most importantly for existing customers, MX2 units already in the field are instantly compatible, so there's no need for any hardware or cabling upgrades. This firmware update also marks a milestone, with the MX2 series becoming Lightware’s first product line to offer 5K switching.
With the new 5K support, the MX2 becomes even more versatile, without losing the rock-solid specs it was built upon. This reputation for reliable performance was proven at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2025, where MX2 was used for handling video signals for Epson’s showstopping globe installation.
Lightware’s products performed flawlessly. We encountered no issues throughout the event, and their reliability was instrumental in delivering the experience.
- says Robert Pott from Motion Mapping. In Japan’s XROSS Museum, the MX2 played a central role in enabling an immersive visual experience. Yu Nakamura from TOPPAN Inc. comments:
Lightware’s MX2, with its non-blocking switching and reliable 18 Gbps performance, gave us confidence that the video distribution would be executed, which was crucial for the immersive environment we wanted to create.
From the XROSS Museum in Japan, to the LDLC Arena in France and the high-profile Ambani Wedding in India, MX2 has already established a strong following of dedicated professionals. The new firmware update offers a real advantage to users, whilst aligning with Lightware’s ethos of innovation.
5K and 21:9 displays have gone beyond industry buzzwords and are now a real functional upgrade for users across various markets. From control rooms to broadcast studios, users are pushing for more pixels to keep multiple data sources visible at once. This update gives them the technical edge.
- says Robert Pott from Motion Mapping.
The added resolution support is especially beneficial for collaborative spaces where parallel workflows, real-time monitoring and layered visuals are standard. This provides extra screen space without trading off signal quality or introducing delay.
For users already working with MX2, Lightware advises that a simple firmware update is all that is required to benefit from the new 5K, ultrawide resolution support.
"This latest update is a continuation of our platform-first mindset. We offer our clients consistent performance, long-term compatibility and updates that respond to the real needs of AV professionals and systems integrators."
confirms Vida.
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