Extron electronic MSW 4SV RS Introduction, About the MSW 4V rs and MSW 4SV rs Switchers, Features

Introduction

This guide describes the function, installation and operation of the Extron MSW 4V rs and MSW 4SV rs mini video switchers. Unless otherwise stated, the terms “MSW” and “switcher” refer to both models.

About the MSW 4V rs and MSW 4SV rs Switchers

The Extron MSW 4V rs and MSW 4SV rs are four-input, two parallel output, mini video switchers (MSWs).

The MSW 4V rs switches between a maximum of four NTSC, PAL, or SECAM composite video inputs on female BNC connectors and produces two identical video outputs

on female BNC connectors (see figure 1 on page 2). The video output is a buffered, composite signal.

The MSW 4SV rs switches four S-video (luminance [Y] and chrominance [C]) inputs on

4-pin mini DIN connectors. The selected S-video input is split, buffered, and output on two connectors (see figure 2 on page 2):

•One S-video output on a 4-pin mini DIN connector

•One composite video output on a female BNC connector

These mini video switchers can be operated from the front panel or via a contact closure device connected to the rear panel, such as an Extron CCR 204 Four-Button Contact Closure Remote or an IR 102 Remote Control Kit. The MSW Series include RS‑232 communication, allowing control via the Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS™) or the Universal Switcher Control Program software.

They also feature a front panel selectable auto switch mode that automatically switches to the highest numbered input that has an active sync pulse present.

Features

Inputs —­ four female 4-pin mini DIN connectors for S-video or four female BNC connectors for composite video

Outputs — one BNC and one 4-pin mini DIN for S-video or two BNC connectors for composite video (both models feature two parallel outputs for simultaneous monitor and projector viewing)

Video Mute — the video output can be muted using front panel controls Serial control — through an RS-232 port

Video compatibility — with NTSC, PAL, and SECAM video formats Non-volatile memory — Retains unit settings after power loss Firmware upgrades — available for download from the Extron Website. Remote control — through contact closure

Ability to detect an active signal

Built-in video encoder (MSW 4SV rs model only) — for composite video output

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