The ISM 824 MultiSwitcher provides independent scaling and routing for video, HD analog, or RGB sources to several displays simultaneously. It combines the powerful signal routing capabilities of an eight input, eight output, wideband matrix switcher with the versatility of four customizable outputs, all housed in a single, compact enclosure. Equip the ISM 824 with any of the available high quality scaling or scan conversion output boards for today's needs, and then upgrade it at any time in the future as AV system needs evolve. The ISM 824 is the ideal center of any multi-source, multi-display residential entertainment system that requires reliable, high-performance signal routing with the flexibility of interchangeable, on-board signal processing.
As a matrix switcher, the ISM 824 is similar in performance and features to Extron's popular CrossPoint 450 Plus Series. The ISM 824 offers eight inputs that are fully configurable from RGBHV and HDTV to composite video, and two fully configurable wideband outputs. The ISM 824 provides exceptional performance in the most demanding, very high resolution computer-video and audio routing systems with features such as ADSP™ - Advanced Digital Sync Processing, DVSP™ - Digital Sync Validation Processing, audio output volume control, and IP Link® Ethernet control and monitoring.
Expandable and Upgradeable
In addition to the two standard wideband outputs, the ISM 824 features a flexible, plug-in backplane design with four output slots that support optional expansion boards for signal processing, such as scaling and scan conversion, as well as additional wideband outputs. With this unique, powerful expansion capability, the ISM 824 can be equipped initially with any of the output boards for a specific project, and then upgraded in the future with additional boards as system needs evolve and expand. Updates to the ISM 824 can easily be accomplished in the field without the need for factory servicing or changes to the internal hardware.
Output Expansion Board Options
Five output expansion boards are available for the ISM 824, with the same advanced video processing technologies employed in Extron scalers, signal processors, and scan converters. The Universal Scaler Output Board features high performance RGB and video scaling, with high quality upconversion and downconversion of high resolution RGB signals, and component video or RGB output at up to UXGA (1600x1200) resolution as well as HDTV 1080p. The Video Scaler Output Board optimizes standard definition composite video and S-video signals up to SXGA+ (1400x1050) resolution and HDTV up to 1080p.
For compatibility with low resolution video monitors as well as VCRs, DVD recorders, or videoconferencing, the Scan Converter Output Board delivers an optimized, scan-converted video output. Finally, Single and Dual Output Wideband Boards are available for additional matrix switcher outputs.
Integrated Matrix Switching and Signal Processing
The ISM 824 provides integration flexibility while at the same time reducing system complexity and cost. With both multiswitching and signal processing capabilities in one 3U enclosure, system configuration and set-up can be accomplished from a single location, saving installation cost and time. At the same time, control system design and programming is simplified. Additionally, the ISM 824 is ideal for locations where equipment rack space is at a premium.
Versatile Control Possibilities from a Single Location
All features and functions of the ISM 824, including those of any installed output boards, are fully accessible from the front panel, as well as through RS-232 and IP Link. The ISM 824 thus offers versatile control functionality for managing all source distribution and signal processing within an AV system.