MediaMax Models Overview


Choose the MediaMax Model that is right for you!

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It's as Easy as 1,2,3

MediaMax is comprised of one or more Media Players and a Media Server. If you decide on using the MediaDeck Tera model which includes its own storage you may not need a Media Server depending on the control system being used. Simply follow the 3 steps below and click on Next to learn how to configure MediaMax system that meets your personal needs.

  1. Select one or more Media Players to play your media.
  2. Select a Media Server to deliver your media.
  3. Optionally add more Media Storage to store more media.

Media Player Selector Guide

Select a Media Player. Select the "MediaDeck" and/or "AudioDeck" Media Player that meets your personal needs.

Select Quantity of Media Players. Decide how many sources or rooms you want to simultaneously play media in.

For single source 1TB or 2TB applications consider the MediaDeck 4 Tera. This model does not require a MediaServer since it includes 1TB or 2TBs of internal storage. You can optionally share multiple Tera storage. A MediaServer is required for some 2 way control systems such as Crestron and AMX.

Select Movie Quality. Decide whether you want to play Blu-ray movies or not. For DVD only select the MediaDeck 3.

Elite Series     Classic Series
  MediaDeck 4 Tera MediaDeck 4 Blu MediaDeck 3 MediaDeck 2
Scales to 1080i Yes Yes Yes Yes
Scales to 1080p Yes Yes Yes No
Plays Blu-ray Movies Yes Yes No No
Plays and Loads CD and SD DVD Discs Yes Yes Yes No
Plays and Loads CD, SD, and Blu-ray Discs Yes Yes No No
Includes built-in 1TB RAID 1 Media Storage Yes No No No

Product Specifications

Click on the Product Name for Specifications

MediaDeck 4™ Tera

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MediaDeck 4 Blu Tera


Blu-Ray

MediaDeck™ 4 Tera

The MediaDeck 4 Tera is the ultimate Source 1080p High Definition (HD) Movie and Music Player and Loader. With its built-in 1TB of RAID 1 media storage the MediaDeck 4 Tera is a perfect solution for single zone 1TB applications. Add a MediaServer if additional storage is needed or if you plan to control the MediaMax with a Crestron® or other 2 way Touch Panel controller. The "Tera" comes equipped with an TriDrive which supports the loading and playing of all three movie formats, namely Blu-ray, HD DVD and SD DVD. That means that you can either instantly play the DVD movie disc or load it onto the MediaServer from anywhere in the house while you play another movie, song or slide show! In addition you can also play and load CD music discs too!

MediaDeck™ 4 Tera Specifications:

Video Outputs - HDMI, DVI-I supports HDTV scaled and source 1080p (1920 x 1080), VGA, S-Video, component video output
Digital Audio Outputs - Optical (toslink) connector, Digital Coax (S/PDIF)
Analog Audio Outputs - Audio Outputs - Either Dolby® and DTS® digital surround sound audio or analog audio outputs. Configurable 6 channel (5.1) multichannel analog or 2 channel analog Stereo audio outputs with selectable Dolby® 2 channel downmixed audio.
Optical Drive Included -TriDrive supports CD Music discs plus SD DVD, Blu-ray and HD DVD Movie discs.
Remote Included - IR Handheld Remote Controller, Wireless RF Keyboard
Dimensions - (H x W x D) 4.5" x 15.5" X 14" (Rack mount brackets available)
Weight - 18 lbs.
Wired Connection - 10/100/1000Base TX Ethernet
Power Input - 100-230 VAC 50-60HZ/275W switch selectable

The MediaDeck does not support simultaneous dual Audio (i.e.: digital surround and analog 2 channel) or Video (i.e.: component and composite). Contact Axonix for information on how to externally add a "Dual A/V" receiver/converter to the MediaDeck.

MediaDeck 4™ Blu

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MediaDeck 4 Blu and HDT


Blu-Ray

MediaDeck™ 4 HD and HDT

The Mediadeck™ 4 HD and HDT models offer the same features as the MediaDeck™ 3 plus the ability to play 1080p Blu-ray movies loaded on the MediaServer. In addition, with its integrated TriDrive the MediaDeck 4 BluT allows you to play or load Blu-ray, HD DVD, SD DVD and CD music discs anywhere in your home! With its StealthLoader™ you can even load a movie while you are playing another movie, album or photo slide show!

MediaDeck 4 and HDT Specifications:

Video Outputs - HDMI, DVI-I supports HDTV scaled and source 1080p(1920 x 1080), VGA, S-Video, component video output
Digital Audio Outputs - Optical (toslink) connector,Digital Coax (S/PDIF)
Analog Audio Outputs - Audio Outputs - Either Dolby® and DTS® digital surround sound audio or analog audio outputs. Configurable 6 channel (5.1) multichannel analog or 2 channel analog Stereo audio outputs with selectable Dolby® 2 channel downmixed audio.
(5 Mini DIN). 6 channel (5.1) with Stereo audio outputs
Optical Drive Included -HD model supports SD DVD and CD discs. HDT model supports Blu-ray, HD DVD, SD DVD and CD discs.
Remote Included - IR Handheld Remote Controller, Wireless RF Keyboard
Dimensions - (H x W x D) 4.5"x 15.5"x 14" (Rack mount brackets available)
Weight - 13 lbs.
Wired Connection - 10/100/1000Base TX Ethernet
Power Input - 100-230 VAC 50-60HZ/275W switch selectable

MediaDeck 3™

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MediaDeck 3

MediaDeck™ 3

The Mediadeck™ 3 is the ultimate Scaled 1080p SD Media Player and SD Loader. Breakthrough audio quality, an unparralled feature-set and a stunning Graphical User Interface sets the MediaDeck 3 apart from all other players. The Mediadeck™ 3 Combines multiple media players into one elgantly styled component enclosure and plays SD DVD movies, CDs, MP3s, Photos & Netplay Web Services.

MediaDeck 3 Specifications:

Video Outputs - DVI-I supports HDTV scaled 1080p (1920 x 1080), VGA, S-Video, component video output
Digital Audio Outputs - Digital Coax (S/PDIF)
Analog Audio Outputs - Audio Outputs - Either Dolby® and DTS® digital surround sound audio or analog audio outputs. Configurable 6 channel (5.1) multichannel analog or 2 channel analog Stereo audio outputs with selectable Dolby® 2 channel downmixed audio.
Optical Drive Included -HD model supports SD DVD and CD discs
Remote Included - IR Handheld Remote Controller
Dimensions - (H x W x D) 2.25" x 15.5" X 14"
Weight - 13 lbs.
Wired Connection - 10/100/1000Base TX Ethernet (wireless optional)
Power Input - 100-230 VAC 50-60HZ/275W switch selectable external AC to DC power supply

MediaDeck 2™

Mediadeck

MediaDeck 2

MediaDeck™ 2

MediaDeck provides all the necessary audio & video outputs for delivering the optimum sound and video quality no matter what A/V equipment is connected.

The Audio/Video connectivity is equivalent or similar to a premium quality DVD-player and consists of the following interfaces:

MediaDeck 2 Specifications:
(a) Component video output ("YPrPb", 3 x RCA)
(b) Composite video output (1 x RCA)
(c) Y/C ("S-Video") video output (1 x Hosiden)
(d) Stereo audio outputs ("Line-Out") (2 x RCA)
(e) Additional stereo audio output (for separate connection to stereo system) (2 x RCA)
(f) Digital audio outputs, both optical (1 x Toslink) and electrical (S/PDIF 1 x RCA)
(g) SCART 21-pin connector (Europe-only, also known as Peritel connector or Euroconnector) with composite, Y/C, RGB, stereo audio. PAL and NTSC compatible
(h) Integrated 802.11g or wired Ethernet 100baseT. (Limited support of movies over wireless connection).
(i) USB "Maxcess" connector for instant access and playback of photos and music without having to load the media onto the MediaServer.

Includes hand held IR wireless remote control.

Dimensions:11.85”(W) x 9.5 ”(D) x 1.8.”(H)

AudioDeck

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AudioDeck

An Affordable alternative to the MediaDeck™ when you want to only play music/ Plays all of the music stored on your MediaServer and from the Web. Unique features include same song, multiple synched-room "party mode" and Jukebox" on-the-fly playlist creation. Control via the MediaDeck™ and any web enabled device such as PCs, Macs, PDAs, PocketPCs plus advanced control system such as Crestron© and AMX©. Use an AudioDeck™ for every room or zone that you want to listen to CDs, Downloaded music, iPOD and other Digital music formats along with personalized Pandora: internet radio stations.

AudioDeck Specifications:

Digital Audio Outputs -Digital Coax and Fiber Optic
Analog Audio Outputs -1 Set
Dimensions - (H x W x D) 3.7"x7.6"x3.1"
Weight - 1 lbs.
Included - IR Hand Held Remote Controller
Wired Connetion - 10/100Base TX Ethernet
Wirless Connection - 802.11g
Power Input - 5 VDC. 1amp (min.)via 120 VAC 60Hz

MediaServer Selector Guide

Select a Media Server.
Select a MediaServer that supports the number of MediaDecks and the number of BDs, DVDs and CDs you would like to store. Select Rack or Component Chassis and with or without RAID media storage protection. All MediaServers include a built-in Blu-ray drive that supports the loading of Blu-ray, DVD or CD discs. All MediaServers except the Pro RAID 3U include a 11 in 1 Memory Card Reader.

Pro Series Spectra Series
  Pro RAID 6 3U Pro RAID 6 4U Pro 4u Spectra 4
RAID Supported 13TB RAID 6 8TB RAID 6 8TB Non-RAID 3TB Non-RAID
DVD Drives Included (Also supports cds) BD BD BD BD
MediaDeck  Licences Included 50 50 10 4
  • Drive or Discs: SD = Standard Definition DVD Disc/Drive, BD = Blu-ray Disc/Drive.
  • SD and BD Movie Storage Requirements: SD takes 7GB avg. while Blu-ray takes 35GBs.
  • *External Storage is expandable with MediaStore(s) and/or multiple MediaServer

MediaServer Pro RAID 6

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Pro RAID 6 13TB


RAID is RAID 6: The MediaServer Pro RAID 6's unique RAID 6 "Redundant Array of Independent Discs" doubles the protection of other RAID 5 arrays by assuring you that your media is safe guarded in the event of not just one MediaDrive failure but two! The process of recovering from a MediaDrive failure is as easy as replacing the failed drive or drives.

Chassis Description: The Pro RAID 6 comes in a 4U (7 inch high) chassis with 10 MediaDrive bays that supports up to 10TBs of storage or in a 3U (5.25 inch high) chassis with 16 MediaDrive bays that supports up to 13TBs. A redundant power supply is available on request. Need to add more storage? No problem. Simply add more MediaDrives to empty bays or add another Pro RAID MediaServer to your network. Your protected storage capacity is virtually unlimited!

Need to add more storage? No problem. Simply add more MediaDrives to empty bays or add another Pro RAID MediaServer to your network. Your protected storage capacity is virtually unlimited

MediaServer Pro RAID 6 (3U and 4U)

The MediaServer Pro RAID 6 loads, stores, and delivers from its RAID 6 media storage array all of your media to the network attached MediaDecks™ and AudioDecks™. Select the amount of media storage you need to store your collection of Blu-ray discs, DVDs, CDs, Photos and other media. As your media library grows either add additional MediaDrives to the MediaServer or if you run out of MediaDrive bays add a MediaStore or another MediaServer to your network.

The Pro RAID 6 MediaServer sets a new standard in media storage capacity and protection. With up to 13TBs of RAID 6 storage the Pro RAID 6 3U can store up to 2,000 (7GB) SD DVDs or 370 Blu-Ray Movie's (35GB).

Specifications:

Media Player Licenses Included - 50 MediaDeck licences
Internal Storage Capacity -Up to 13TB (2000 SD or 370 Blu-ray DVD movies)
Connection - 10/100/1000Base TX Ethernet
10 bay 4U Dimensions - (H x W x D) 7"x19"x21
16 3U Bay Chassis Dimensions: 5.25"x19"x27"
Average Weight (Model Dependent)- 70lbs. (4U) 95 lbs. (3U).
Included -Blu-ray/DVD/CD disc loading drive, 15" Color admin LCD, Rack tray keyboard. An 11 in 1 Memory Card Reader is included on the Pro 4U model.
Power Input - 115-230VAC 50/60Hz auto-sensing

Pro RAID 6 Series Storage Average Capacity Part Number
MediaServer Pro RAID 6 13TB 2000 DVD Movies FIN74413
MediaServer Pro RAID 6 10TB 1500 DVD Movies FIN74410
MediaServer Pro RAID 6 8TB 1150 DVD Movies FIN74408
MediaServer Pro RAID 6 8TB 1150 DVD Movies FIN72408
MediaServer Pro RAID 6 6TB 900 DVD Movies FIN72406
MediaServer Pro RAID 6 4TB 600 DVD Movies FIN72404

MediaServer Pro

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MediaServer Pro

MediaServer Pro

Loads, stores, and delivers all of your media to the network attached MediaDecks™ and AudioDecks™. The Pro™ Series supports up to 10 MediaDecks™ simultaneously playing the same or different movie, song or photo slideshow. Select the amount of media storage you need to store your collection of Blu-ray discs, DVDs, CDs, Photos and other media. As your media library grows simply add additional MediaDrives, MediaStores or MediaServers. Available with up to 8TBs of Non-RAID media storage.

Specifications:

Media Player Support - 50 MediaDeck 3 or 4, 30 Mediadeck 1 or 2, unlimited AudioDecks
Internal Storage Capacity - 1TB to 8TB (150 to 1200 DVD Movies)
Connection - 10/100/1000Base TX Ethernet
Dimensions - (H x W x D) 7"x19"x21"
Weight - 52 lbs.
Included - Blu-ray/DVD/CD disc loading drive, 15" Color admin LCD, Rack tray keyboard, 11 in 1 photo card reader, USB.
Power Input - 115-230VAC 50/60Hz auto-sensing

Pro Series 4U  Average Capacity Part Number
MediaServer Pro 1TB   150 DVD Movies  72301
MediaServer Pro 2TB   300 DVD Movies  72302
MediaServer Pro 4TB   600 DVD Movies  72304
MediaServer Pro 6TB   900 DVD Movies  72306
MediaServer Pro 8TB   1200 DVD Movies  72308

MediaServer Spectra 4

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MediaServer Spectra 4


MediaServer Spectra 4

Enclosed in an attractive component style chassis, the affordable Spectra 4 MediaServer loads, stores, and delivers all of your media to the network attached MediaDecks™ and AudioDecks™. The Spectra 4 includes four MediaDeck licenses with optional licenses for up to 10 MediaDecks. The Spectra 4 comes with a Blu-ray/DVD/CD drive for loading media and may be equipped with up to 4 TBs of media storage. 4TBs is enough to store about 600 SD DVD movies which equates to about 150 Blu-ray movies. Loading media locally on the MediaServer is typically twice as fast as loading from the MediaDeck over the network. Optional external MediaStore™ storage may be added and/or additional MediaServers may be added to the network for virtually unlimited media storage expansion!

Specifications:

Media Player Support - 4 MediaDecks™ (optionally up to 10) and unlimited AudioDecks
Internal Storage Capacity - Up to 4TBs. Three internal 1TB MediaDrives plus one removable MediaDrive bay.
Connection - 10/100/1000Base TX Ethernet
Dimensions - (H x W x D) 6.7" x17" x16 "
Weight - 35 lbs.
Included - Blu-ray/DVD/CD* disc loading drive, 15" Color admin LCD, Keyboard, USB and 11 in 1 photo card reader for loading digital camera photos and videos.
Power Input - 115-230VAC 50/60Hz auto-sensing

Spectra Series Average Capacity Part Number
Spectra 4 3TB  600 SD  73340
Spectra 4 3TB  450 SD  73330
Spectra 4 2TB  300 SD  73325
Spectra 4 1TB  150 SD  73323

Optionally Select Additional Media Storage. Finally decide if you need additional storage than what is provided in the MediaServer.

MediaStore™

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MediaStore

MediaStore™ Non-RAID Storage

MediaStore™ is an external 19 inch rackmount chassis add-on Firewire Non-RAID Media Storage Appliance - Attach one or more MediaStore units to the MediaServer Firewire interface for additional media storage or for backing up your MediaServer media files. Unused Bays are open for future optional add-on 750GB MediaDrive Modules.

Pro Series 4U Chassis Average Capacity Part Number
MediaStore Pro 1000 165 DVD Movies FIN88105
MediaStore Pro 2000 330 DVD Movies FIN88205
MediaStore Pro 4000 665 DVD Movies FIN88405
MediaStore Pro 6000 1000 DVD Movies FIN88605

MediaDrive™

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MediaDrive

MediaDrive

You may optionally mount additional MediaDrive™ storage modules into the MediaServer or MediaStore MediaDrive bays.  Please contact Axonix for additional information.

*While the MediaMax is shipped with licensed decryption software that is used to play back optical SD DVD, and Blu-ray discs it may not be able to load or play some or all DVDs. Axonix does not ship, offer or induce the use of any unlicensed decrypting software on the MediaMax. To learn more about the issue surrounding copy protected movie discs click here.