SW DVI Plus Series Retired

DVI and Stereo Audio Switchers with EDID Minder®

Key Features

Single link DVI-D switching
Stereo audio switching
Supports computer video up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 and 2K
EDID Minder^® automatically manages EDID communication between connected devices
Selectable cable equalization for each input
Retimes and reshapes marginal or noisy DVI signals

Model	Version Description	Part #
SW2 DVI Plus	Two Input DVI Switcher	60-964-01	Retired
SW2 DVI A Plus	Two Input DVI Switcher w/Stereo Audio	60-964-21	Retired
SW4 DVI Plus	Four Input DVI Switcher	60-965-01	Retired
SW4 DVI A Plus	Four Input DVI Switcher w/Stereo Audio	60-965-21	Retired
SW6 DVI Plus	Six Input DVI Switcher	60-966-01	Retired
SW6 DVI A Plus	Six Input DVI Switcher w/Stereo Audio	60-966-21	Retired
SW8 DVI Plus	Eight Input DVI Switcher	60-967-01	Retired
SW8 DVI A Plus	Eight Input DVI Switcher w/Stereo Audio	60-967-21	Retired

This product has been retired.

The Extron SW DVI Plus Series two input single link DVI switchers are available with or without stereo audio switching. They are compatible with PC resolutions up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 and 2K. They feature EDID Minder^®, which maintains continuous EDID communication with connected devices and ensures that the DVI sources power up properly and maintain correct video output. The switchers ensure signal integrity by equalizing and regenerating the incoming signal. The SW DVI Plus Series switchers are ideal for applications that require the routing of two DVI sources to a single display.

The SW DVI Plus Series offers integrator-friendly features, including input cable equalization, signal regeneration, and peripheral device powering. Selectable cable equalization for each input via front panel switches reduces the need for additional signal conditioning equipment by compensating for signal loss when using long input cable assemblies. DVI signals are retimed and regenerated to eliminate noise and reduce jitter for a strong, stable digital signal. +5 VDC, 250 mA power provided on the DVI output powers peripheral devices such as a DVI 101 cable equalizer.

Convenient control options, including front panel, RS-232, IR, and auto-input switching, allow for easy integration into a variety of environments. All SW DVI Plus Series switchers are housed in rack-mountable 1U half rack width enclosures.

Features

Single link DVI-D switching

Stereo audio switching — Select models feature stereo audio switching, and accept unbalanced input signals and output balanced or unbalanced output signals.

Inputs: Two female DVI-I connectors for video; 3.5 mm stereo mini jacks on the audio model

Outputs: One DVI-I female connector for video; captive screw connector for audio on select models

Supports computer video up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 and 2K

EDID Minder^® automatically manages EDID communication between connected devices — EDID Minder ensures that all sources power up properly and reliably output content for display.

Selectable cable equalization for each input — Actively conditions incoming DVI signals to compensate for signal loss when using long DVI cables, low quality DVI cables, or source devices with poor DVI signal output. Equalization is independently selectable for each input via the front panel switches.

Retimes and reshapes marginal or noisy DVI signals — Eliminates noise and reduces jitter from marginal DVI sources, or passive DVI couplers or wallplates in the signal path, ensuring a strong, stable digital signal.

Source signal presence indication — LED indicators on the front panel provide real-time verification of signal presence for all inputs.

Auto-input switching — Automatically switches to the highest-numbered input with an active video signal.

Provides +5 VDC, 250 mA power on the DVI output for external peripheral devices

Active audio buffering — Converts unbalanced audio signals to balanced audio signals, eliminating noise over long cable runs.

Front panel security lockout — Prevents unauthorized use in non-secure environments. In lockout mode, a special button combination is required to operate the switcher from the front panel.

RS-232 control

IR remote control with optional IR 102 handheld IR remote

Rack‑mountable, 1U metal enclosure — SW DVI Plus two‑input models feature a half rack width enclosure.

External Extron Everlast™ power supply included, replacement part #70-1175-01 — Provides worldwide power compatibility with high-demonstrated reliability and low power consumption.

Extron Everlast Power Supply is covered by a 7‑year parts and labor warranty

Note: The SW DVI Plus Series are not HDCP compliant.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
	MBU 123	Low-Profile Mount Kit for 1/8, 1/4, and 1/2 Rack Width Products
	ZipClip 50	Mounting Kit for PS 1205 C Power Supply

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

MBU 123

Low-Profile Mount Kit for 1/8, 1/4, and 1/2 Rack Width Products

ZipClip 50

Mounting Kit for PS 1205 C Power Supply

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Specifications

SW DVI Plus Series

NOTE	*Appropriate DVI-D to HDMI cables or adapters are required for HDMI signal input/output.

NOTE	The SW DVI Plus Series are not HDCP compliant.

Video

Maximum data rate

4.95 Gbps (1.65 Gbps per color)

Maximum pixel clock

165 MHz

Resolution range

Up to 1920x1200 or 1080p @ 60 Hz

Formats

RGB and YCbCr digital video

Standards

DVI 1.0, HDMI

Video input

Number/signal type

2, 4, 6, or 8 single link DVI-D (or HDMI*)

Connectors

2, 4, 6, or 8 female DVI-I

Equalization

+6 dB or +12 dB, switch selectable for each input

Video output

Number/signal type

1 single link DVI-D (or HDMI*)

Connectors

1 female DVI-I

Audio

Gain

Unbalanced output: 0 dB; balanced output: +6 dB

Frequency response

20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.05 dB

THD + Noise

0.01% @ 1 kHz at nominal level

S/N

>90 dB at maximum output (unweighted)

Crosstalk

<-45 dB @ 20 kHz, -72 dB @ 1 kHz or below

Stereo channel separation

>80 dB @ 20 Hz to 20 kHz

Audio input

Number/signal type

2, 4, 6, or 8 stereo, unbalanced

Connectors

(2, 4, 6, or 8) 3.5 mm mini audio jacks (tip = L, ring = R, sleeve = GND)

Impedance

>10k ohms unbalanced, DC coupled

Nominal level

-10 dBV (316 mVrms)

Maximum level

+8.2 dBV, unbalanced at 1% THD+N

NOTE	0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms, 0 dBV = 1 Vrms, 0 dBV ≈ 2 dBu

Audio output

Number/signal type

1 stereo, balanced/unbalanced

Connectors

(1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5-pole

Impedance

50 ohms unbalanced, 100 ohms balanced

Maximum level (Hi-Z)

>+16.5 dBu, balanced; >8.2 dBV, unbalanced at 1% THD+N

Maximum level (600 ohm)

>+10.4 dBm, balanced; >7.1 dBm, unbalanced at 1% THD+N

Control/remote — switcher

Serial control port

SW2 and SW4 DVI Plus

1 RS-232 9-pin female D

All other models

1 RS-232 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5-pole (shared with auto-input switching control)

Baud rate and protocol

9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity

Serial control pin configurations

SW2 and SW4 DVI Plus

2 = Tx, 3 = Rx, 5 = GND

All other models

1 = Tx, 2 = Rx, 3 = GND

Contact closure

SW6 and SW8 DVI Plus models; and SW2, SW4, SW6, and SW8 DVI A Plus only:
For auto-input switching only. (1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5 pole (shared with RS-232)

Contact closure pin configuration

SW6 and SW8 DVI Plus models; and SW2, SW4, SW6, and SW8 DVI A Plus only:
4 and 5 shorted together enable auto-input switching mode.

IR controller module

IR 102 Remote Control, optional
30' maximum, 40 degrees off axis

Program control

Extron Universal Switcher Control/configuration program for Windows^®Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS^™)

General

Power supply

External
Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Output: 12 VDC, 1 A

Power consumption

SW2 and SW4 DVI Plus

Device

2.6 watts, 12 VDC

Device and power supply

5.3 watts, 12 VDC

SW2 and SW4 DVI A Plus

Device

3.5 watts, 12 VDC

Device and power supply

4.5 watts, 12 VDC

SW6 and SW8 models

Device

7.7 watts, 12 VDC

Device and power supply

10 watts, 12 VDC

Ambient temperature/humidity

Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing
Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to +50 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing

Cooling

Convection, no vents

Thermal dissipation

SW2 and SW4 DVI Plus

Device

9.2 BTU/hr

Device and power supply

18.1 BTU/hr

SW2 and SW4 DVI A Plus

Device

11.6 BTU/hr

Device and power supply

15.0 BTU/hr

SW6 and SW8 models

Device

27.1 BTU/hr

Device and power supply

34.1

Mounting

SW2 and SW4 models

Rack mount

Yes, with optional rack shelf kit
Back of the rack mountable with optional back-of-the-rack mounting kit

Furniture mount

Yes, with optional under-desk mounting kit

SW6 and SW8 models

Rack mountable with included bracket kit

Enclosure type

Metal

Enclosure dimensions

SW2 and SW4 models

1.75" H x 8.75" W x 3.0" D
(1U high, half rack wide)
(4.4 cm H x 22.2 cm W x 7.6 cm D)
(Depth excludes connectors.)

SW6 and SW8 models

1.75" H x 17.5" W x 8.5" D (1U high, full rack wide)
(4.4 cm H x 44.4 cm W x 21.6 cm D)
(Depth excludes connectors.)

Product weight

SW2 and SW4 models

0.6 lbs (0.3 kg)

SW6 and SW8 models

3.8 lbs (1.7kg)

Shipping weight

SW2 and SW4 models

2 lbs (1 kg)

SW6 and SW8 models

5 lbs (3 kg)

DIM weight

SW6 and SW8 models only: 6 lbs (2.7 kg)

Vibration

ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)

Regulatory compliance

Safety

CE, c-UL, UL

EMI/EMC

CE, C-tick, FCC Class A, ICES, VCCI

Product warranty

3 years parts and labor

Everlast power supply warranty

7 years parts and labor

NOTE	All nominal levels are at ±10%.

NOTE	Specifications are subject to change without notice.

(8.0-021512-D8)

SW DVI Plus Series Retired

Features

Specifications

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