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UCX-4x3-HC60-BD

SKU: 91310114

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Universal Matrix Switcher with USB-C Connectivity and Dante USB Audio Bridge

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Universal matrix switcher that exploits the USB-C connectivity for a simplified transmission of 4K video, audio, control signals and power providing meeting participants with easy host switching, utilizing data speeds of up to 5 Gbps under the USB 3.1 Gen1 providing video resolution capabilities up to 4K@60Hz at 4:4:4 as well as comprehensive and secure Ethernet features, and now also DSC (Display Stream Compression) for delivering high-quality video even over limited-bandwidth USB-C connections.

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Exploit the Possibilities of USB connectivity

The device utilizes USB-C connectivity for a simplified transmission of 4K video, audio, control signals and power, and allows data speeds of up to 5 Gbps under the USB 3.1 Gen1 and allowing video resolution capabilities up to 5K (5120×2160) via HDMI 2.0 at 30Hz 4:4:4 or 60Hz 4:2:0, as well as 4K@60Hz at 4:4:4. Users who connect their laptop or other mobile device via USB-C can also enjoy charging up to 100W (120W total), thus eliminating the need to look for a wall plug and to avoid sudden interruption of meetings.

Devices such as laptops that do not come with USB-C connectivity can also be connected quickly and easily, using a combination of HDMI 2.0 and USB 3.1 Gen1 connections without compromising on either video resolution or data speeds.

The device is designed to be a centerpiece of any collaboration space, and can be connected four USB peripherals via 2x USB-A type and 2 USB-C connectors.

The device allows up to two hosts to be connected to the system, and also ensures quick and easy switching between these hosts, making this universal switcher a perfect fit for smaller meeting areas, involving 6-12 people.

DSC Support — High-Performance Video & USB3, Finally Together

In its class of professional BYOD USB-C matrix switchers, the HC60 series uniquely combines DSC over DP Alt Mode, full-bandwidth USB 3, host switching, and integrated Ethernet. DSC (Display Stream Compression) enables 4K60 4:4:4 video on just two DP lanes, leaving the remaining lanes available for super-speed USB 3, so a single USB-C cable can deliver premium video and professional-grade USB peripherals simultaneously.

This is a major advantage, ensuring smooth operation of USB3 cameras, audio devices, and touch displays while maintaining perfect 4K60 image quality. It also provides a more reliable BYOD experience in modern hybrid meeting rooms, even when laptops have limited DP bandwidth, and improves stability with long or lower-quality USB-C cables by reducing video bandwidth load.

macOS supports DSC at the hardware level, though the OS may still restrict certain high-resolution or HDR modes, and DSC behavior can vary across versions. To work properly, the laptop must support DSC and the connection must use DP Alt Mode.

Supporting 5K

Taurus devices deliver flawless switching for 5K 21:9 ultrawide displays, unlocking a new level of visual performance for modern meeting and control environments. Designed to enhance layouts like Microsoft Teams Front Row and other collaboration platforms, Taurus provides expanded screen real estate for design, data visualization, and multi-window workflows. With uncompressed HDMI 2.0 video and ultra-low latency, it’s the ideal choice for simulation, engineering, broadcast, and executive boardroom applications.

Additional Features and Capabilities

The switcher also thrives when it comes to audio capabilities, offering analog audio de-embedding features as well as support for DANTE/AES67 network connection. The UCX-4x3-HC60-BD universal matrix switcher with Dante USB Audio Bridge feature facilitates two-way Dante functions, enabling its use in meeting rooms equipped with a Dante microphone or other sources, all without the need for an external DSP or Dante/USB dongle.

Automated room control features are also included through GPIO ports, besides of RS-232 and occupancy sensor connectivity.

Security is always a key concern to our customers, therefore our engineers ensured that the UCX-4x3-HC60-BD adheres to the strictest security standards.

Secure corporate Ethernet interfaces ensure secure device control and configuration under the SSH, SSL and HTTPS standards, whilst the device can also be securely connected to a closed network of room control devices such as wall panels, or routed to the corporate system for additional control options, all via separate Ethernet layers.

The Taurus UCX offers noiseless operation, no fan in the device.

In today’s collaboration environments, it is key that the technology offers flexible and versatile ways for participants to unlock the full potential of a collaboration space and to not be limited by the default options offered by their meeting rooms.

The Taurus UCX product family is Lightware’s ground-breaking innovation offered for the increasingly growing demand for cutting-edge solutions in the world of Unified Communications.

Also available with NIST FIPS 140-2 certified cryptography (SKU: 91360030)

Remote System Logging (Syslog)

Taurus devices now support remote system logging via industry-standard Syslog protocols (RFC3164 and RFC5424). This allows seamless integration with external SIEM and log monitoring systems.

Forward logs via TCP, UDP, TLS

Choose between human-readable and structured formats

Easy configuration via LW3 protocol

Local journald logging remains unaffected

Password Protection on Taurus UCX-HC60 Devices

Lightware’s new Taurus UCX-HC60 devices, as well as the DCX-3x1-HC21, are password-protected and come with a unique, factory-generated password.

This improvement ensures that the HC60 devices are ‘secure by design’ and better align with the requirements of various cybersecurity regulations, including the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).

Read our guide for important information about how the new unique password protection works, where to find the devices’ login credentials and what to do if you encounter any password-related issues.

Password Guide

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Specification Table

Video
Resolution	Up to UHD/4k@60Hz 4:4:4
5K Resolution	5120×2160 HDMI 2.0: 30hz 4:4:4 or 60hz 4:2:0
Signal Type	DP Alt Mode, HDMI 2.0, HDMI 1.x, DVI
Maximum data rate	18 Gbps
Maximum pixel clock	597 MHz
Content protections	HDCP 1.x, HDCP 2.2
Connector type (IN)	2x HDMI receptacle type A with screw locking option
Connector type (IN)	2x USB-C receptacle with screw locking option
Connector type (OUT)	3x HDMI receptacle type A with screw locking option
Video processing	Signal parameter measurement
Audio
Audio mode		Simultaneous pass-through and de-embedding to the Audio layer
Supported audio formats for pass-through		All HDMI2.0 audio formats
Supported audio formats for de-embedding	Uncompressed	HDMI Stereo embedded Audio can be de-embedded and converted to 2 channel Dante/AES67 streams
Control
Ethernet	Control	1x 1000Base-T via RJ-45 for Secure Control
	User Data	2x 1000Base-T via RJ-45 for Configurable Ethernet
	Connector type	RJ45 female connector
	Ethernet date rate	1 Gigabit Ethernet
RS232	Connector	2x 3Pol Phoenix
	Symbol rate	between 9600 and 115200 baud
	Configuration	Parity: none, odd or even
	Configuration	Stopbits: 1 or 2
USB	Connectors	2x USB Type C with charging function up to 100W (120W total), Optional Ethernet access
		1x mini USB Type B (reserved for service)
		1x USB Type A (reserved for future developments)
		1x USB Type B for Host PC
		1x USB Type C for Host PC
		2x USB Type A for peripherals
		2x USB Type C for peripherals
Room Occupancy Sensor	Connector	3Pol Phoenix
GPIO	Connector	8Pol Phoenix
General
Powering		External 160W power supply
Dimensions	Width	246 mm
	Height	26 mm
	Depth	140.3 mm
Operating conditions	Ambient temperature	0-50oC
Operating conditions	Relative humidity	0-90% (non-condensing)
Transportation conditions	Ambient temperature	-20-70oC
Transportation conditions	Relative humidity	0-95% (non-condensing)
Complience		EN 55032:2015
		IEC 61000-3-3:2013+AMD1:2017
		FCC CFR Title 47, Part 15, Subpart B
Warranty		3 years

Comparison Table

Variant	DCX-3x1-HC21	UCX-1x1-C60	UCX-2x1-HC60	UCX-2x2-H60	UCX-4x2-HC60	UCX-4x3-HC60	UCX-4x2-HC60D	UCX-4x3-HC60-BD
HDMI input	2		1	2	2	2	2	2
USB-C connectivity (4K Video, Audio, Data, Power charge)	1	1	1		2	2	2	2
HDMI output	1	1	1	2	2	3	2	3
USB-A 3.1 Gen1 Connection (for USB Devices)		1	2	2	2	2	2	2
USB-C 3.1 Gen1 Connection (for USB Devices)		2	2	2	2	2	2	2
USB-B 3.1 Gen1 Connection (for PC hosts)			1	1	1	1	1	1
USB-C Gen1 Connection (for PC hosts) USB Data only				1	1	1	1	1
USB host switching
DANTE/AES67 audio support
Analog audio de-embedding (5-pole Phoenix)
Secure control Ethernet
Configurable Ethernet	2		2		2	2	2	2
GPIO connection			6	6	6	6	6	6
Occupancy sensor connection
RS-232 connection	1		1	2	2	2	2	2
Welcome Screen
Remote Syslog support