
KD-X40MRx
4K/18G HDBT Rx (40m) with L/R Audio De-Embed,
IR, RS-232. Receiver Only.
Operating Instructions
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Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................................... 4
Quick Setup Guide ............................................................... 2
Integration Options ............................................................... 2
Use with third-party HDBaseT Tx or Rx ................................................6
Specifications ................................................................... 7
Important Product Warnings & Safety Instructions: ........................................8
Contacting Key Digital .............................................................9
Warranty Information.............................................................. 9
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Product features and specifications are subject
to change without notice.
Always follow the instructions provided in this Operating Manual.
Introduction
Key Digital® KD-X40MRx is a 4K/UHD, HDCP2.2 compliant HDBaseT receiver with 18Gbps bandwidth
for extension of digital video signals with the latest standards in resolution, HDR, and Chroma.
KD-X40MRx is sold a la carte to natively integrate with Key Digital HDBaseT wall-plate transmitters,
KD-X2x1WDTx or KD-X2x1WVTx. Other integration options are possible. KD-X40MRx supports flexible
PoH for powering of the wall plate transmitter, and audio de-embed output for ease of integrating the
selected wall plate source with audio systems. 4K/UHD 18G signals are extended up to 40m / 131ft
and 1080p up to 70m / 230ft via single CAT5e/6 cable. In addition to AV signals, KD-X40MRx extends
IR and RS-232 for controlling remotely located equipment.

Key Features
› Tx Options: Sold a-la-carte to integrate natively with KD-X2x1WDTx and KD-X2x1WVTx wall-plate
transmitters (sold separately).
› Flexible Power over HDBaseT: Rx powers Tx when integrated with KD-X2x1WDTx / KD-X2x1WVTx.
Rx is powered by Tx when integrated with KD-PS42 / KD-UPS42
› Audio De-embedding: Audio of the incoming source is de-embedded at the unit’s analog L/R audio
connection for ease of integration with audio systems
› CEC Manager
KD-UPS42 for monitors & projectors
› Ultra HD/4K: Supports up to 4096x2160 or 3840x2160 24/25/30/60hz at 4:4:4
(signals up to 18Gbps bandwidth)
› 4K Support: 4096x2160 or 3840x2160 24/25/30/60hz at 4:4:4 (signals up to 18Gbps bandwidth)
› Low Profile: Super slim chassis design
› Signal Extension: For resolution and cable quality
» 4K/UHD (18G): Up to 40m / 131ft
» 1080p: Up to 70m / 230ft
› 10G Pass-thru: Mode enables uncompressed 10.2Gbps signal extension
› HDR10 and Dolby Vision: More life-like images through a greater range of luminance levels
› HDCP 2.2: Compliancy up to HDCP 2.2 and backward compliant
› Deep Color Support: Up to UHD/4K 60Hz 4:2:0 12bits or 4:2:2 12bits
› IR Sensor: Sensor powering via +5V on IR In ports collects line-of-sight IR from remote(s) without
external IR connecting block
› Up/Down IR: Two channels of IR enable control to/from devices or control systems connected to Tx
and Rx units
› RS-232: Bi-Directional control to/from Tx and Rx/Presentation Switch unit on Phoenix connector
› Lossless Compressed Digital Audio: Dolby
and Dolby
™
: Passes through CEC control signals generated by KD-PS42 /
®
®
Atmos
TrueHD, Dolby® Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio™,
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Included Accessories
› Mounting bracket (qty 2)
› IR Sensor (qty 1)
› IR Emitter (qty 1)
› 3-pin phoenix terminal (qty 1)
› Power Supply, 48V 0.41A, 20W, KDPS20W48VC

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Quick Setup Guide
Tx UNITS SOLD SEPARATELY. Go to http://www.keydigital.com/category_Presentation.html
for compatible Tx models.
CONNECT:
Begin with the Tx, Rx unit / presentation switch, and all input/output devices turned off with power
cables removed. Ensure that all desired functionality is achieved before installing units.
1. Connect HDMI, Display Port, USB-C, and VGA sources to the input port(s) of the Tx unit /
Presentation Switch
2. Connect HDMI display to the output port of Rx unit
3. Connect CAT5e/6 cabling to Tx / presentation switch and Rx unit. Use 568-B standard termination
on both ends avoiding couplers and excess CAT cable length
4. Connect IR Sensor, IR Emitter, and/or RS-232 cabling from control system if controlling external
devices.
5. To send audio of the selected source into audio systems, connect from the audio de-embed output
of the Rx unit
6. BEFORE connecting power supply to power outlet, secure power into screw connector on Rx unit /
presentation switch
7. AFTER all connections are made, plug-in power supply to power outlet
8. Power on input/output devices
Integration Options
Integration with KD-X2x1WDTx:
HDMI
DisplayPort
KD-X2x1WDTx
Integration with KD-X2x1WVTx:
HDMI
Audio
VGA
KD-X2x1WVTx
HDBT
HDBT
KD-X40MRx
HDMI
KD-X40MRx
HDMI