Monoprice 136741 Blackbird 4K HDMI Splitter Downscaling

The Monoprice Blackbird 4K 1x2 HDMI Splitter (Model 136741) takes a single HDMI source and distributes it to two displays simultaneously, supporting resolutions up to 4K@60Hz with full 4:4:4 chroma subsampling via its HDMI 2.0b compliance. What distinguishes this splitter from more basic models is its built-in downscaling capability — it can output native 4K to one display while sending a downscaled 1080p signal to the other, making it ideal for setups where your displays don't share the same resolution capabilities.

Audio extraction adds another layer of versatility, with both digital optical and stereo analog outputs allowing you to route sound to an external audio system independently of your displays. The EDID auto and copy functions help ensure reliable handshaking between the source device and connected displays, reducing the black-screen issues that can plague less capable splitters. Full HDCP 2.2 compliance means protected content from streaming devices, gaming consoles, and Blu-ray players passes through without problems. For home theater setups, conference rooms, or digital signage where you need a dependable one-to-two split with modern format support, this Blackbird unit delivers the features that matter.