Your control center cannot afford signal dropouts, operator context loss, or system inconsistencies during a crisis. Yet many legacy control systems fail exactly when pressure is highest.
You need more than “just works.” You need a system designed for the worst-case moment.
The Emerald® IP KVM Control Solution is built to survive your worst moments. It delivers real-time, pixel-perfect video across sites, supports multiple operators on the same system, fails over seamlessly, and is centrally managed.
See how Emerald powers real-world command and control operations. From IP-based matrix switching and multi-site coordination to fully redundant backup systems and virtual machine access, Emerald delivers seamless control across every mission scenario. Explore how operators connect multiple sources in a 4K/5K quad-view workspace — or access their systems anywhere through our Industry leading Emerald Remote App.
View the diagrams below to see how your control room could run smarter, faster, and fail-safe.
Emerald IP-based KVM matrix switching application including various types of transmitters and receivers.
Emerald IP-based KVM matrix switching application including DESKVUE and Emerald®AV WALL.
Emerald KVM matrix connecting a control room and a backup site.
Emerald KVM transmitters and receivers providing redundant network paths in case of failure.
Remote, high-speed access to virtual machines, supporting VMware®, Microsoft® and Citrix®.
Emerald Remote App installed on a laptop connected to Emerald Transmitters and a virtual machine via Boxilla.
| Feature | Emerald 4K | Emerald DESKVUE | Emerald PE | Emerald SE | Emerald ZeroU TX | Emerald Remote App |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Video Resolution | 4096 x 2160 at 60Hz (DisplayPort 1.2) | 5120 x 1440 at 60 Hz (DP 1.2/HDMI 2.0) Quad Monitor | 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz (DVI [TX and RX], DisplayPort [TX only]) SE/PE: Single or Dual Monitor | 1920 x 1200 at 60Hz | ||
| Video Quality | Pixel perfect | Visually lossless | High quality ~35fps | |||
| Dual Network Ports | Yes, (2) SFP+ | Yes, (2) CATx | Yes, (1) SFP, (1) CATx | No, (1) CATx | - | |
| Peripheral Support | All USB 2.0 devices | USB 2.0 | All USB 2.0 devices | USB HID only | ||
| VM Support | PCoIP, RDP/RemoteFX *Supports PCoIP with EMD3000GE. | PCoIP, RDP/RemoteFX *Supports PCoIP with EMD3000GE. | RDP/RemoteFX | RDP/RemoteFX | - | RDP/RemoteFX |
| Bidirectional Analog Stereo Audio | • | • | • | • | (Speaker only) | (Speaker only) |
| System Scalability | Point-to-point extension up to unlimited KVM matrix | |||||
When precision and speed matter, your team can’t afford lag or redundant setups. The Emerald GE Gateway enables multiple operators to securely share and control the same VM in real time — no extra software, no duplicate hardware, just flawless coordination when it counts.
Result: Faster teamwork. Sharper control. Zero compromise.
Control doesn’t stop at the control room. The Emerald Remote App extends your IP KVM control environment beyond physical walls — on Windows 10/11 and now macOS – an industry’s first. Turn any laptop into a high-performance Emerald receiver and maintain the same speed, precision, and security your operations depend on — whether you’re across the building or across the world.
For demo purposes, (1) Boxilla KVM Manager is required
“We’ve been using Black Box KVM solutions for just over a year now. The Emerald KVM system is easy to configure and has proven very reliable.”
— Syracuse University, Newhouse School of Public Communications
“Black Box was the only company that delivered a working solution. Their responsiveness throughout development, testing, and implementation set them apart.”
— Manager, Leading Microchip Manufacturer
Emerald provides “standardized, secure, and redundant solution” to support Air Traffic Control Centers
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