HDMI CEC AV controller

kwikwai k110

main features

 available through command line

automatic AV controller

CEC reading  & sending

E-EDID reading

HPD & 5V states reading

control serial devices

Thanks to its controller feature, kwikwai is able to control devices through serial commands (typically beamers that are usually not CEC capable).

the video conference use case

For instance, it is possible to switch on a beamer and select the appropriate source at the startup of a video conference by detecting the sent CEC commands. And when the conference is finished, a standby command is sent.

control HDMI CEC devices

As a controller, kwikwai can detects changes in the HPD or 5V state.

the powerpoint use case

This way it is possible to switch on a monitor and select the appropriate source when connecting a laptop.  The monitor is then switched off when the HDMI cable is disconnected from the laptop.

the TV box use case

It is also possible to switch on a TV set, and select the appropriate source, when turning on TV box.  Depending on the configuration the TV may be send to standy when turning off the box.

all the features

  • automatic AV controller
  • HDMI CEC to telnet, serial and USB
  • HDMI CEC and DDC acquisition, display and decoding from m2m only
  • parameters settings from web interface
  • command line and HTTP-JSON APIs
  • compatible with all HDMI CEC messages of HDMI v2.1
  • AV signal is not modified: independent from any video resolutions and audio formats
  • DHCP compliant
  • power supply through mini-usb port
  • 2 HDMI connectors to support any HDMI topology (does not require any free HDMI port)
  • installation friendly : small, silent & low power consumption device. Powered through mini-usb port, kwikwai can be directly powered by one of the USB ports of the AV equipment (e.g. the DVR) or from a universally available USB charger.
  • future proof : easily and safely upgradable by design in order to benefit from new software version or follow any evolution of the HDMI CEC standard.

specifications

  • part number : k110
  • dimension (approx.): (H x W x L) 49 x 68 x 111 mm (1.9 x 2.7 x 4.4 in)
  • weight (approx.): 230g (0.5 lb)
  • color : silver
  • connectors and ports: 2x HDMI, 1x RS232 DB9, 1x Ethernet port (RJ-45) and 1x mini USB port (communication and power supply)
  • 3 LEDs status (CEC data, IP, Power)
  • power consumption (approx.): 0.75 W