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Matrix
Switchers |
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Matrix
switchers route multiple audio/video sources to multiple
audio/video destinations. These switchers let audio/video
signals from a range of input sources—such as computers,
cameras, DVD players, etc.—be displayed on different
output sources, like projectors, monitors, and codecs.
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To select the right matrix
switcher for a specific environment, there are several rules
of thumb to keep in mind:
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Matrix switchers provide the ability to
route any input to any output—or multiple outputs—at
any time |
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Depending on the model, matrix switchers can route
composite video, S-video, HDTV/component video, RGsB/RGBS/RGBHV
video and/or stereo audio (balance/unbalanced). |
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Matrix switchers can accommodate multiple signal
types within a single unit, but like inputs can only
be routed to like outputs—for example, composite
video inputs can only go to composite video outputs |
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The bandwidth specification of a matrix switcher can
change with each switch from one routing configuration
to another |
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Matrix switchers are used in
places such as corporate boardrooms, command and control centers,
classrooms, restaurants, home theaters, and videoconference
rooms.
Here's an example of how a matrix switcher can be used in
a restaurant environment. Six audio/video sources and one
audio-only source are being input to a composite video matrix
switcher (MAV 128 RCA). These inputs can then be routed to
one or more of the five display devices connected to the switcher.
Restaurant patrons could then view a video source from a DVD
player on two of the CRT projectors, while video from a camera
and audio from the stereo is being displayed by the monitor
at the same time. Switching different inputs to different
outputs can be done on the fly with the push of a button.
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Extron's matrix switcher series
are available with a variety of features to meet the needs
of different applications. Configurations range from 6 x 2
(six inputs by two outputs) to 128 x 128 (128 inputs by 128
outputs). For additional flexibility, inputs and outputs can
be added to specific switcher lines (described as "modular")
while they are in the field.
Each matrix switching application is unique. That's why Extron
offers several categories of matrix switchers:
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MAV
Video Series |
Designed
for video applications that route composite,
S-video, or component video and stereo audio
(balanced/unbalanced) signals. Provides a minimum
of 150 MHz (-3dB) video bandwidth, fully loaded.
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Digital
Xpoint Series |
Designed
for switching multiple serial digital video
signals to multiple digital video devices. Handles
all composite (143 and 177 Mb/s), component
4:2:2 (270 Mb/s), and wide-screen 16:9 (360
Mb/s) serial standards. |
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ISM
Series |
Extron's
ISM Series are Integration Scaling Matrix switchers
with eight fully configurable inputs and two
audio/video outputs that feature built-in scalers
for both video outputs. Accepts many types of
inputs including RGB, HDTV/component video,
S-video, and/or composite video and stereo audio |
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CrossPoint
Series |
Designed
for analog high-resolution computer-video applications
using RGsB, RGBS, or RGBHV video signals and
lower resolution video. Provides stereo audio
switching (balanced/unbalanced) and a minimum
of 200 MHz (-3dB) video bandwidth, fully loaded. |
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CrossPoint
Plus Series |
Designed
for the same types of signals as the CrossPoint
Series, with more video bandwidth, an enhanced
feature set including DSVP™ (Digital Sync
Validation Processing) for remote input diagnostics,
and models with ethernet control. Provides stereo
audio switching (balanced/unbalanced) and a
minimum of 425 MHz (-3dB) video bandwidth, fully
loaded. |
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Matrix
50 Series |
Configurable
video matrix switchers designed for applications
requiring expandable routers capable of switching
any type of analog high-resolution RGB and lower-resolution
video signal. Provides stereo audio switching
(balanced/unbalanced) and is available in an
audio-only version. Any version with video provides
a minimum of 150 MHz (-3dB) video bandwidth,
fully loaded. |
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Matrix
3200/6400 Series |
Modular
RGB and video matrix switchers designed for
applications requiring expandable routers. Provides
stereo audio switching (balanced/unbalanced).
Available in four models with flexible configurations
up to 64 x 64: wideband (minimum 230 MHz [-3dB]
video bandwidth, fully loaded), low resolution
video (minimum 80 MHz [-3dB] video bandwidth,
fully loaded), sync, and audio-only versions.
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Matrix
12800 Series |
Modular RGB
and video matrix switchers designed for very large
applications requiring expandable routers. Provides
stereo audio switching (balanced/unbalanced).
Available in three models with flexible configurations
up to 128 x 128: wideband (minimum 200 MHz [-3dB]
video bandwidth, fully loaded), sync, and audio-only
versions. |
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