What is the Q8?
The Pixelhue Q8 is a modular 4K presentation switcher for large live-event systems. The official product catalog lists up to 48 concurrent 4K inputs, 16 concurrent 4K outputs and 32 4K mixing layers in switcher mode.
Q8 Overview
The Pixelhue Q8 is a modular 4K presentation switcher for large live-event systems. The official product catalog lists up to 48 concurrent 4K inputs, 16 concurrent 4K outputs and 32 4K mixing layers in switcher mode.
LED Control Depot provides US-based presales support for the Q8 and can confirm model-specific compatibility before ordering. Use PixelFlow where specified in the product documentation.
Key Features
- Scales to 48 concurrent 4K inputs and 16 concurrent 4K outputs through modular cards.
- Supports up to 32 4K mixing layers in switcher mode.
- Offers input cropping, advanced EDID, custom output timing and output widths up to 8,192 pixels.
- Supports cut and fade transitions plus keying, masks, borders, shadows and KeyFrame effects.
- Supports full-link input, device and power backup workflows.
- Works with U5/U5 Pro controllers, PixelFlow and Stream Deck.
Q8 Specifications
| Concurrent Inputs | Up to 48x 4K through 6 input cards |
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| Concurrent Outputs | Up to 16x 4K through 4 output cards |
| Mixing Layers | Up to 32x 4K in switcher mode |
| Maximum Output Width | 8,192 pixels |
| Custom Input Timings | Includes 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz, 4096 x 2160 at 60 Hz and 8192 x 1080 at 60 Hz |
| Optical Transmission | Up to 10 km with single-mode fiber on supported output cards |
| Still Image Storage | 1 GB; up to 255 backgrounds within the storage limit |
| Processing Latency | As low as 1 frame in proper configuration |
| HDCP | Compatible with HDCP 1.3, 1.4 and 2.2 |
| Control | U5/U5 Pro, PixelFlow and Stream Deck |
Specifications drawn from PIXELHUE’s official Q8 documentation. Get the full spec sheet & manual →
Q8 Applications
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System Integration
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Fixed Installation
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Event Workflow
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Replacement or Expansion
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Q8 Setup & Compatibility
Follow the official product documentation for power, signal connections, installation and configuration.
Q8 Software
The product documentation identifies PixelFlow for supported configuration or operation. Related tools are available from our download center.
Need a compatibility check? Send us your system details and we’ll confirm the correct control-chain components before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Q8?
The Pixelhue Q8 is a modular 4K presentation switcher for large live-event systems. The official product catalog lists up to 48 concurrent 4K inputs, 16 concurrent 4K outputs and 32 4K mixing layers in switcher mode.
What are the key Q8 specifications?
Concurrent Inputs: Up to 48x 4K through 6 input cards; Concurrent Outputs: Up to 16x 4K through 4 output cards; Mixing Layers: Up to 32x 4K in switcher mode.
Which source supports these Q8 specifications?
The values above were checked against PIXELHUE official Q8 product catalog. No other model's specifications were used.
Which software is named for the Q8?
The product-specific source names PixelFlow. Check the matching document version before configuration.
Can you confirm the exact Q8 configuration before I order?
Yes. Send us your system requirements and our US-based team will check the exact model and compatible components against the available PIXELHUE documentation.
Q8 Manual, Datasheet & Firmware
Use the product-specific download pages for Q8 documents, and keep the download hub bookmarked for firmware and software updates.
- User manual: Q8 manual for setup, configuration and operation notes.
- Firmware & software: check the NovaStar download center for current firmware, VMP, NovaLCT and related tools.
Need a specific Q8 file or compatibility check? Contact us and we will help confirm the correct resource.
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