Overview of MediaLink Switchers

MLS - MediaLink Switchers are designed to be used in conjunction with an MLC - MediaLink Controller to facilitate low-cost integration. They can also be used as stand-alone switchers.

Extron MediaLink Switchers are described in the paragraphs below.

MediaLink 100 Series

MediaLink 204 Series

MediaLink 304 Series

MediaLink 306 Series

MediaLink 406 Series

MediaLink 506 Series

MLS 100 A

PVS 204SA

MLS 304MA

MLS 306

MLS 406

MLS 506

MLS 102 VGA

 

MLS 304SA

 

MLS 406MA

MLS 506MA

MLS 103 SV

 

 

 

MLS 406SA

MLS 506SA

MLS 103 V

 

 

 

 

 

MLS 100 A

The Extron MLS 100 A MediaLink� Switcher is a compact, four input, one output active stereo audio switcher utilizing captive screw connectors. Inputs one through four provide unbalanced audio while an additional input is an active auxiliary line level mono audio input that can be mixed with any of the other four selectable inputs. When used with an MLC � MediaLink controller, input selection and volume control are easily achieved using the controller's user interface or via RS-232. Input selection can also be controlled using the switcher's front panel buttons.

The CSR 6 Captive Screw to RCA Audio Adapter is available as an optional output adaptor, converting the captive screw output of the MLS 100A to a pair of female RCA connectors.

Part of the VersaTools� line of products, the MLS 100 A is housed in a quarter rack width metal enclosure, making it ideal for installation in podiums and other small space areas. Because of its small size, the MLS 100 A can also be mounted or placed on a shelf along with a VCR and DVD player.

MLS 102 VGA

The Extron MLS 102 VGA MediaLink Switcher is a compact, two input, one output active switcher utilizing 15-pin HD connectors. It comes with four switchable audio inputs and includes preamp volume control. Inputs one and two utilize 3.5 mm stereo mini jacks for easy integration with Extron VGA with audio cables. Inputs three and four provide unbalanced audio on captive screw connectors. An additional input, also on a captive screw connector, is an active auxiliary line level mono audio input that can be mixed with any of the other four selectable inputs. When used with an MLC � MediaLink controller, input selection and volume control are easily achieved using the controller's user interface or via RS-232. Input selection can also be controlled using the switcher's front panel buttons.

Part of the Extron VersaTools� line of products, the MLS 102 VGA is housed in a quarter rack width metal enclosure, making it ideal for installation in podiums and other small space areas. Because of its small size, the MLS 102 VGA can also be mounted or placed in a lectern along with a desktop PC and document camera.

MLS 103 SV

The Extron MLS 103 SV MediaLink Switcher is a compact, three input, one output active switcher. It comes with four audio inputs on captive screw connectors and includes preamp volume control. Inputs one through four provide unbalanced audio while an additional input is an active auxiliary line level mono audio input that can be mixed with any of the other four selectable inputs. When used with an MLC � MediaLink controller, input selection and volume control are easily achieved using the controller's user interface or via RS-232. Input selection can also be controlled using the switcher's front panel buttons.

Part of the Extron VersaTools� line of products, the MLS 103 SV is housed in a quarter rack width metal enclosure, making it ideal for installation in podiums and other small space areas. Because of its small size, the switcher can also be mounted or placed on a shelf along with a VCR and DVD player.

MLS 103 V

The Extron MLS 103 V MediaLink Switcher is a compact, three input, one output active switcher. It comes with four audio inputs on captive screw connectors and includes preamp volume control. Inputs one through four provide unbalanced audio while an additional input is an active auxiliary line level mono audio input that can be mixed with any of the other four selectable inputs. When used with an MLC � MediaLink controller, input selection and volume control are easily achieved using the controller's user interface or via RS-232. Input selection can also be controlled using the switcher's front panel buttons.

Part of the Extron VersaTools� line of products, the MLS 103 V is housed in a quarter rack width metal enclosure, making it ideal for installation in podiums and other small space areas. Because of its small size, the switcher can also be mounted or placed on a shelf along with a VCR and DVD player.

PVS 204SA

The PVS 204SA Twisted Pair Switcher is available exclusively as part of the PoleVault System. With four input video autoswitching capabilities and an integrated 26 watt rms stereo audio amplifier, the PVS 204SA allows the PoleVault System to be configured to meet the needs of most single projector A/V environments.

The PVS 204SA accommodates up to two composite video signals and two high-resolution VGA-UXGA RGB signals, all with stereo audio. Separate video outputs are provided for composite video and RGB video. The PVS 204SA switcher can be controlled via IR or RS-232.

The PVS 204SA also features an integrated 26 watt rms stereo audio amplifier capable of driving up to four Extron speakers and filling the room with full, rich sound. The integrated audio amplifier also features optional remote control of input selection and volume control, plus software-based tone control, loudness, and limiting for set-and-forget operation. An auxiliary line level input is provided to accept an external audio source, such as a wireless microphone.

MLS 304MA

The Extron MLS 304MA MediaLink� Switcher is a simple-to-use, four input, multi-format active switcher. As an economical solution for single-projector classrooms and boardrooms, it provides composite video, computer-video, and audio switching. For audio, the switcher includes two line level outputs, one fixed and one variable, that can be configured for mono or stereo output via RS-232. It also features a 20-watt, rms, integrated mono amplifier for 4 or 8 ohm or 16 watts, rms, for 70/100 volt distributed audio systems that can also be controlled via RS-232.

The MLS 304MA provides two inputs for composite video with stereo audio on RCA connectors and two inputs for computer-video with stereo audio on 15-pin HD and 3.5 mm stereo mini jacks. Inputs three and four are configurable for computer-video, as well as composite video via RS-232 using an Extron 15-pin HD to BNC-5 Female cable assembly.

The switcher is equipped with dual RGB outputs on five BNC connectors and a 15-pin HD connector that outputs RGB video independently or simultaneously. The 15-pin HD output connector can display switched RGB inputs or function as a buffered loop-through for a local monitor, eliminating the need for a distribution amplifier.

MLS 304SA

The Extron MLS 304SA MediaLink Switcher is a simple-to-use, four input, multi-format active switcher. As an economical solution for single-projector classrooms and boardrooms, it provides composite video, computer-video, and audio switching. For audio, the switcher includes two line level outputs, one fixed and one variable, that can be configured for mono or stereo output via RS-232. The MLS 304SA provides 24 watts, 2 x 12 watts rms, for 4 ohm speakers and 16 watts, 2 x 8 watts rms, for 8 ohm speakers. Like the line level outputs, the integrated audio amplifier can be configured for stereo or dual mono output via RS-232.

The MLS 304SA provides two inputs for composite video with stereo audio on RCA connectors and two inputs for computer-video with stereo audio on 15-pin HD and 3.5 mm stereo mini jacks. Inputs three and four are configurable for computer-video, as well as composite video via RS-232 using an Extron 15-pin HD to BNC-5 female cable assembly.

The switcher is equipped with dual RGB outputs on five BNC connectors and a 15-pin HD connector that outputs RGB video independently or simultaneously. The 15-pin HD output connector can display switched RGB inputs or function as a buffered loop-through for a local monitor, eliminating the need for a distribution amplifier.

MLS 306

The Extron MediaLink� Switcher (MLS) 306 is a simple-to-use, six input, one output, multi-format active switcher. Designed for single-projector classrooms and boardrooms, it provides composite video, S-video, and computer-video switching. For audio switching, the MLS 306 conveniently offers pre-amp volume control as well as bass and treble control. The MLS 306 is compact (one rack unit) and ideal for installation in podiums and other small space areas.

To accept composite video, S-video, RGB, and balanced or unbalanced audio, the MLS 306 provides these input connectors: BNCs, 4-pin mini-DIN connectors, 15-pin HD connectors, 3.5 mm mini stereo audio jacks, and 3.5 mm captive screw connectors. The MLS 306 provides dual RGB output with one on BNCs and the other on a 15-pin HD connector; composite video or S-video is output on BNCs. Balanced or unbalanced audio is output on 3.5 mm captive screw connectors.

MLS 406

The Extron MLS 406 MediaLink� Switcher is a simple-to-use, six input, multi-format active switcher. As an economical solution for single-projector classrooms and boardrooms, the MLS 406 provides composite video, S-video, computer-video, and audio switching. For audio, the switcher includes two line level outputs, one fixed and one variable, that can be configured for mono or stereo output via RS-232.

The MLS 406 includes three configurable inputs for composite video or S-video on either BNC or 4-pin mini DIN connectors. Stereo audio for these three inputs is on RCA connectors. Inputs four, five, and six are for computer-video with stereo audio on 15-pin HD connectors. Inputs four and five are also configurable for computer-video, as well as composite video or S-video through RS-232 using an Extron 15-pin HD to BNC-5 female cable assembly. Stereo audio for input four is on a captive screw connector, while stereo input for inputs five and six are on 3.5 mm stereo mini jacks.

The MLS 406 is equipped with dual RGB outputs on five BNC connectors and a 15-pin HD connector that can output RGB video independently or simultaneously. The 15-pin HD output connector can be used to display switched RGB inputs or it can function as a buffered loop-through for a local monitor, eliminating the need for a distribution amplifier.

MLS 406MA

The Extron MLS 406MA MediaLink Switcher is a simple-to-use, six input, multi-format active switcher. As an economical solution for single-projector classrooms and boardrooms, the MLS 406MA provides composite video, S-video, computer-video, and audio switching. For audio, the switcher includes two line level outputs, one fixed and one variable, that can be configured for mono or stereo output via RS-232. It also features a 20-watt, rms, integrated mono amplifier for 4 or 8 ohm or 16 watts, rms, for 70/100 volt distributed audio systems that can also be controlled via RS-232.

The MLS 406MA includes three configurable inputs for composite video or S-video on either BNC or 4-pin mini DIN connectors. Stereo audio for these three inputs is on RCA connectors. Inputs four, five, and six are for computer-video with stereo audio on 15-pin HD connectors. These three inputs are also configurable for computer-video, as well as composite video or S-video, through RS-232 using an Extron 15-pin HD to BNC-5 female cable assembly. Stereo audio for input four is on a captive screw connector, while stereo input for inputs five and six are on 3.5 mm stereo mini connectors.

The MLS 406MA is equipped with dual RGB outputs on five BNC connectors and a 15-pin HD connector that can output RGB video independently or simultaneously. The 15-pin HD output connector can be used to display switched RGB inputs or it can function as a buffered loop-through for a local monitor, eliminating the need for a distribution amplifier.

MLS 406SA

The Extron MLS 406SA MediaLink Switcher is a simple-to-use, six input, multi-format active switcher. As an economical solution for single-projector classrooms and boardrooms, the MLS 406SA provides composite video, S-video, computer-video, and audio switching. For audio, the switcher includes two line level outputs, one fixed and one variable, that can be configured for mono or stereo output via RS-232. The MLS 406SA provides 24 watts, 2 x 12 watts rms, for 4 ohm speakers and 16 watts, 2 x 8 watts rms, for 8 ohm speakers. Like the line level outputs, the integrated audio amplifier can be configured for stereo or dual mono output via RS-232.

The MLS 406SA includes three configurable inputs for composite video or S-video on either BNC or 4-pin mini DIN connectors. Stereo audio for these three inputs is on RCA connectors. Inputs four, five, and six are for computer-video with stereo audio on 15-pin HD connectors. These three inputs are also configurable for computer-video, as well as composite video or S-video, through RS-232 using an Extron 15-pin HD to BNC-5 female cable assembly. Stereo audio for input four is on a captive screw connector, while stereo input for inputs five and six are on 3.5 mm stereo mini connectors.

The switcher is equipped with dual RGB outputs on five BNC connectors and a 15-pin HD connector that can output RGB video independently or simultaneously. The 15-pin HD output connector can be used to display switched RGB inputs or it can function as a buffered loop-through for a local monitor, eliminating the need for a distribution amplifier.

MLS 506

The Extron's MLS 506 MediaLink Switcher with variable Audio Output is a simple-to-use, six input, one output, multi-format active switcher. Designed for single-projector classrooms and boardrooms, it provides input and output for composite video, S-video, component video, and RGB on BNC connectors. Balanced or unbalanced stereo audio is on captive screw connectors. For audio switching, the MLS 506 conveniently offers preamp volume control, as well as bass and treble control.

MLS 506MA (70V)

MLS 506 MA (100V)

The Extron MLS 506MA MediaLink Switcher is a simple-to-use, six input, one output, multi-format active switchers with a mono audio amplifier. Designed for single-projector small classrooms and boardrooms, The MLS 506MA is capable of switching composite video, S-video, component video, computer-video, and audio signals.

The MLS 506MA provides 30 watt, rms, amplified mono audio output for a 4 or 8 ohm load or 70/100 volt, distributed audio systems. The switcher also features an auxiliary line level audio input for mixing with the switched inputs and an effects, loop in/out feature for external signal processing. It can then output the externally processed audio as an amplified signal.

MLS 506SA

The Extron MLS 506SA MediaLink Switcher is a simple-to-use, six input, one output, multi-format active switcher with a stereo audio amplifier. Designed for single-projector small classrooms and boardrooms, the MLS 506SA is capable of switching composite video, S-video, component video, computer video, and audio signals.

The MLS 506SA provides 60 watts, 2 x 30 watts rms, of amplified stereo audio output into 4 or 8 ohm speaker loads for use of program speakers at the front of the room. The MLS 506SA does not support 70/100 distributed audio systems. The switcher also features an auxiliary line level audio input for mixing with the switched inputs and an effects, loop in/out feature for external signal processing. It can then output the externally processed audio as an amplified signal.