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USER MANUAL BG-8K-HS21 BZBGear
Operation Controls and Functions 7
Application Diagram 8
Tech Support 9
Warranty 10
Mission Statement 11
Copyright 12
Statement
Please read these instructions carefully before connecting, operating, or configuring this product. Please save this manual for future reference.
Safety Precaution
- To prevent damaging this product, avoid heavy pressure, strong vibration, or immersion during transportation, storage, and installation.
- The housing of this product is made of organic materials. Do not expose to any liquid, gas, or solids which may corrode the shell.
- Do not expose the product to rain or moisture.
- To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not open the case. Installation and maintenance should only be carried out by qualified technicians.
- Do not use the product beyond the specified temperature, humidity, or power supply specifications.
- This product does not contain parts that can be maintained or repaired by users. Damage caused by dismantling the product without authorization from BZBGEAR is not covered under the warranty policy.
- Installation and use of this product must strictly comply with local electrical safety standards.
Introduction
The BG-8K-HS21 is an 8K 2x1 HDMI 2.1 switcher that can switch 2 connected HDMI sources to 1 HDMI display. It supports video resolutions up to 8K@60Hz 4:4:4 with up to 48Gbps of video bandwidth. It is suitable for outdoor displays, video conferencing, security monitoring, home theater, and other applications.
The BG-8K-HS21 also works well with XBOX series X and PS5 gaming consoles to achieve a resolution of 4K@120hz on compatible TVs and monitors. Users can switch between two sources by pressing the button on the top panel of the switcher.
Features
●HDMI 2.1 and HDCP 2.3 compliant
●Support 48Gbps video bandwidth
- 8K@60Hz 4:4:4 8/10/12-bit, 8K@60Hz 4:2:0 12-bit, 8K@30Hz 4:4:4 10-bit, 4K@120Hz 4:4:4 10-bit video support
- HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG pass through
•VRR, FVA, ALLM
●HDMI audio formats: LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio
- 2x1 manual switch or auto switch capabilities
●Built-in Equalizer and Driver
●Auto EDID management
- Compact design for easy and flexible installation
Packing List
- 1x 8K Two-Input HDMI Switcher
- 1x Micro USB Power Cable
- 1x User Manual
Specifications
| Technical | |
| HDMI Compliance | HDMI 2.1 |
| HDCP Compliance | HDCP 2.3 |
| Video Bandwidth | 48 Gbps |
| Video Resolution | Up to 8K@60Hz 4:4:4 8/10/12-bit, 8K@60Hz 4:2:0 12-bit, 8K@30Hz 4:4:4 10-bit, 4K@120Hz 4:4:4 10-bit |
| Color Depth | 8-bit,10-bit,12-bit |
| Color Space | RGB, YCbCr 4:4:4 / 4:2:2 / 4:2:0 |
| HDMI Audio Formats | LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, DTS, DTS-EX, DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio, DSD |
| Connection | |
| Input | 2× HDMI IN [Type A, 19-pin female] |
| Output | 1× HDMI OUT [Type A, 19-pin female] |
| Mechanical | |
| Housing | Plastic Enclosure |
| Silkscreen Color | Black |
| Dimensions | 60mm (W) × 60mm (D) × 12mm (H) |
| Weight | 31g |
| Power Supply | USB 5V |
| Power Consumption | 1.25W (Max) |
| Operation Temperature | 0°C ~ 40°C / 32°F ~ 104°F |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C ~ 60°C / -4°F ~ 140°F |
| Relative Humidity | 20~90% RH (non-condensing) |
Operation Controls and Functions

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5 4 POWER HDMI OUT 1 2 HDMI IN1 HDMI IN2 2 3| No. | Name | Function Description |
| 1 | Switch button /Power LED | Short pressing the switch button will allow the device to switch between the two HDMI input signals to the HDMI display; long press this button to enter the auto switching mode. When a new device is detected it will automatically switch.Power: When the device is powered on, the green power LED will illuminate. |
| 2 | Input LED (1~2) | When an HDMI IN port is selected as the input source channel, the corresponding green LED will illuminate. |
| 3 | HDMI IN1/2 port | Connect to HDMI source devices such as a Bluray player or PS5 with an HDMI cable. |
| 4 | POWER | DC 5V USB power input port. |
| 5 | HDMI OUT port | Connect to an HDMI display device such as a TV or Monitor with an HDMI cable. |
Notes:
- While using the HDMI switcher, using the Micro USB cable power is not always necessary. However, some HDMI devices may have insufficient power via HDMI and will require the Micro USB to be connected to a power source.
- If you need to use the switcher to output signals of 4K@120Hz or 8K@60Hz, please ensure that your HDMI cables (HDMI signal source and HDMI display) all support the above resolutions.
- The length of the HDMI cables connected to both ends of the switcher should not be too long, otherwise, it will easily cause the screen to flicker. The following HDMI cables lengths are suggested:
8K@60, 8K@30, 4K@120: Ultra HDMI 2.1 cable, IN/OUT 2 meters.
4K@60 4:4:4: HDMI 2.0 cable, IN/OUT 3 meters.
4K@60 4:2:0, 4K@30, 1080P: HDMI cable, IN/OUT 5 meters.
Application Diagram

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8K TV USB Power Cable DVD or Blu-ray Player PCTech Support
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Please visit BZBGEAR's support page (bzbgear.com/support) for helpful information and tips regarding our products. Here you will find our Knowledge Base
(bzbgear.com/knowledge-base) with detailed tutorials, quick start guides, and step-by-step troubleshooting instructions. Or explore our YouTube channel, BZB TV
.youtube.com/c/BZBTVchannel), for help setting up, configuring, and other helpful how-to videos about our gear.
Need more in-depth support? Connect with one of our technical specialists directly:
Phone
1.888.499.9906
support@bzbgear.com
Live Chat
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Warranty
BZBGEAR Pro AV products and cameras come with a three-year warranty. An extended two-year warranty is available for our cameras upon registration for a total of five years.
For complete warranty information, please visit bzbgear.com/warranty.
For questions, please call 1.888.499.9906 or email support@bzbgear.com.
Mission Statement
BZBGEAR is a breakthrough manufacturer of high-quality, innovative audiovisual equipment ranging from AVoIP, professional broadcasting, conferencing, home theater, to live streaming solutions. We pride ourselves on unparalleled customer support and services. Our team offers system design consultation, and highly reviewed technical support for all the products in our catalog. BZBGEAR delivers quality products designed with users in mind.
Copyright
All the contents in this manual and its copyright are owned by BZBGEAR. No one is allowed to imitate, copy, or translate this manual without BZBGEAR's permission. This manual contains no guarantee, standpoint expression or other implies in any form. Product specification and information in this manual is for reference only and subject to change without notice.
All rights reserved. No reproducing is allowed without acknowledgement.