Audio Video Switch: Provides high quality audio and video switching
An Audio Video Switch makes multiple audio and video switching fast, easy and convenient. Using this device, a single audio/video output can be routed to one or multiple destinations. By cascading these switches, the number of outputs can be increased. An advantage of using this device is that plugging and unplugging of audio and video equipment and hassle of connecting multiple cables can be avoided, thereby making cable management and signal selection easier. This device also saves equipment costs, physical space as well as expense on utilities.
Among the various categories of audio video switcher available in the market today, the most popular are the Cat5 A/V switches and DVI A/V Switches. While the former routes audio and video signals from several different video sources to multiple displays and speakers via inexpensive Cat5/6 UTP cable, the latter combines a digital visual interface (DVI) video switch with quality stereo audio eliminating the need for separate setups for display and audio. Easy installation and passive switching are key features of this device. Available in multiple sizes including 2, 4, 8, 16 ports, these switches come in various formats and are capable of being rack mounted.
The AV Switcher is equipped with standard VGA connector with HD15 sockets on the rear for video connectivity and composite RCAs for audio. Output drivers allow the audio to be connected to any amplifier input at line level. The audio will follow whichever source device is selected. Control of these switches can be exercised through PC Software, RS232, Infra red remote control or through the internet. Compatible with Line Level Stereo Audio Signals, these switches have a built in power surge and transient protection.
Multimedia presentations where data and audio from various computers is transmitted make use of the audio video switch. This device provides an ideal solution in situations where long runs are necessary for the audio and video output locations and where versatility and security is essential. Secure government and military institutions, financial institutions, mobile command centers, conference centers and data centers are all places where these switches find their use.