Product Category
Video Distribution Systems
Matrix Switching & AV-over-IP for Whole-Estate Content Distribution
Overview
Video distribution is the invisible backbone that delivers any source to any screen in the estate — cable boxes, streaming devices, Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and security cameras routed to any display with a single touch.
AV-over-IP platforms distribute video over a network and can be expanded with compatible endpoints; supported resolutions and switching performance depend on the equipment and network design.
Peters Audio Video designs video distribution architectures that integrate seamlessly with Savant and Control4 automation — one-touch source selection from any room, any device, to any display.
What We Design
Design Capabilities
AV-over-IP network-based video distribution
HDMI matrix switching for centralized source management
4K HDR distribution and room switching, subject to system capabilities
Multi-viewer displays showing multiple sources simultaneously
Distributed gaming with controller pass-through
Integration with Savant and Control4 automation
Selection & Specification
Before You Choose Video Distribution Systems
Compare the complete system against your room and intended use. Product families described here are starting points; current models, availability, specifications and integration support must be confirmed for the proposed equipment.
- Shared or independent sources
- Count simultaneous viewing needs and which sources must be shared between rooms. Independent streaming devices may be simpler for some rooms; centralized sources can reduce visible hardware elsewhere.
- Signal requirements
- Specify resolution, HDR, frame rate, audio formats and acceptable latency for each route. Not every distribution product supports every display feature or gaming requirement.
- Network and expansion
- Compare endpoint costs, switching capacity, cabling and control drivers. AV-over-IP requires an intentionally configured network; expansion remains limited by bandwidth, hardware and licensing.
Bring to the Design Conversation
A display and source schedule, cable distances and the number of rooms viewing different content at once.
Our Portfolio
Brands We Specify — Video Distribution Systems
Snap One
Infrastructure
The Integration Platform — Unified Infrastructure for Professional Smart Home Installation
Middle Atlantic
Infrastructure
Premium Equipment Infrastructure — Racks, Power & Thermal Management for AV Excellence
Strong
Infrastructure
Professional Mounting & Rack Solutions — Engineered for Custom Integration
Panamax
Infrastructure
Premium Power Protection — Surge Suppression & Power Conditioning for Estate AV Systems
Furman
Infrastructure
Professional Power Conditioning — Studio-Grade AC Protection for Critical AV Systems
SurgeX
Infrastructure
Advanced Mode Surge Elimination — The Most Sophisticated Power Protection Available
WattBox
Infrastructure
Smart Power Management — OvrC-Enabled Remote Power Control for Intelligent Estates
CyberPower
Infrastructure
Reliable UPS & Power Distribution — Cost-Effective Protection for Smart Home Infrastructure
Common Questions
Video Distribution Systems — Frequently Asked Questions
What is a video distribution system?
A video distribution system routes any video source — cable and satellite boxes, streaming devices, Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and security cameras — to any display in the home from a centralized equipment rack. Sources live in one climate-controlled location; every television simply receives the feed it is asked for, so no room needs its own stack of devices.
What is the difference between an HDMI matrix and AV-over-IP?
An HDMI matrix is a fixed-size switcher (for example 8x8 or 16x16) that hard-wires a set number of sources to a set number of displays. AV-over-IP distributes video through compatible endpoints and managed switching. Required bandwidth, endpoint limits, latency and expansion capacity depend on the chosen platform; matrix and IP distribution both remain viable for residential designs.
How much does whole-home video distribution cost?
A centralized HDMI matrix system for 6–10 displays typically runs $12,000–$28,000 installed, including the matrix, receivers, rack, and control integration. AV-over-IP estate systems supporting 15–40 displays generally range from $45,000 to $150,000 depending on encoder count, network infrastructure, and video wall or multi-viewer requirements.
Does video distribution support 4K HDR and Dolby Vision?
Some matrix and AV-over-IP platforms support 4K HDR formats and content-protection standards. Supported resolution, chroma, HDR formats, and HDCP version depend on the source, distribution equipment, cabling, and display.
What cabling does a video distribution system require?
Category 6A shielded cable to every display location is the baseline, with fiber runs for distances beyond roughly 300 feet or for 10G AV-over-IP backbones. Pulling two Cat6A runs per television during rough-in is the single most valuable future-proofing decision a builder can make.
Can video distribution integrate with Savant or Control4 control?
Yes. We program source selection, room presets, and multi-viewer layouts directly into Savant and Control4 interfaces, so the distribution layer is invisible — a client selects “Living Room → Golf” rather than thinking about matrix inputs.
Design Your Video Distribution Systems System
Every video distribution systems system begins with a conversation about your home, your lifestyle, and the experience you want technology to deliver.