Lightware, industry leaders in signal management, recognises the growing demand for cost-effective, high-performance AV-over-IP solutions, highlighting their Taurus DCX series as a powerful solution in modern workspaces.
"We take pride in listening to our customers and designing products that align with their real-world needs," says Gergely Vida, CEO of Lightware. “We are highlighting the Taurus DCX in direct response to feedback from customers. We aim to bring professional-grade signal management to as many environments as possible, and the DCX’s lower cost and flexibility allows even more professionals to enjoy these benefits. Plus, robust IT security features like 802.1x authentication keeps networks secure.”
The Taurus DCX is a sophisticated yet affordable solution in Lightware’s renowned line-up of signal management solutions, ideal for educational or corporate settings where maximizing budgets whilst providing future-proof technology is a priority. It was specifically designed to provide a solution for users who need video transmission and laptop charging but don't require USB extension functionality.
Unlike the more expensive Taurus models, the DCX offers a streamlined setup, reducing costs without sacrificing performance. The series offers two models: the DCX-3x1-TPX-TX10 and DCX-3x1-TPN-TX10. The TPX is ideal for straightforward, point-to-point installations, whilst the TPN is perfect for larger, networked setups. When paired with their corresponding receivers – such as the HDMI-UCX-TPX-RX107 and HDMI-TPN-RX107A-SR, these transmitters enable AV signals to travel across longer distances, whilst still maintaining high quality.
Based on direct customer comments, the Taurus DCX focuses on the essential features needed for efficient and straightforward setups. With 1 USB-C and 2 HDMI inputs plus 1 HDMI output, users can easily switch between various sources like laptops, cameras and media players, and output to their desired screen. SDVoE compatibility ensures reliable, long-distance transmission over a single CAT cable up to 100 meters, including 4K UHD video support – something that a standard switcher cannot do. In TPN systems, distances can be extended further by adding switches. Additionally, USB-C charging up to 100W makes the Taurus DCX an all-in-one solution for modern workplaces and classrooms.
By combining switching and long-distance transmission capabilities over SDVoE in a single, compact unit, the Taurus DCX eliminates the need for multiple devices, reducing both equipment and installation costs whilst minimizing points of failure.
LARA (Lightware Advanced Remote Access) integration into Taurus DCX enables remote monitoring, control and configuration over a network, providing even more convenience and cost savings for system administrators and AV professionals.
"While basic HDMI switchers may be suitable for small-scale needs, they can't compare to the Taurus DCX when it comes to long-distance transmission and high-resolution video delivery," says Vida. “The Taurus DCX is an ideal solution for anyone seeking quality AV-over-IP signal management at an affordable price point.”
