DESCRIPTION
The Extron Matrix 12800 Series Matrix Switchers are the solution for very large-scale analog routing applications that require up to 128 inputs and 128 outputs. A matrix switcher is the most important asset in a centralized AV switching environment. The cost-effective Matrix 12800 provides the performance, reliability, expandability, redundancy, and serviceability crucial to any mission-critical environment.
With convenient control via the FPC 5000 front panel controller, MKP 1200 remote keypad, MCP 1000 Master Control Panel, or RS-232 and RS-422 control, the Matrix 12800 will fit within any system design. The Matrix 12800 wideband provides modular switching of RGBHV, RGBS, RsGsBs, RGsB, component video, S-video, composite video, and/or two channel stereo audio. With video bandwidth of 150 MHz or 375 MHz (-3 dB) when fully loaded, the Matrix 12800 maintains the integrity of any routed signal.
The Matrix 12800 Series includes video, wideband, sync, and audio models. A minimum 32x16 configuration is provided for lowband, wideband, and sync frames, and a minimum 16x16 configuration is provided for audio. Each model includes the flexibility to upgrade to 128x128. Internal cards are hot swappable, so there is no need to power down the matrix switcher during field upgrades or expansion. A full complement of BNC connectors on the rear panel and modular internal card slots are ready to be filled as needed, ensuring that the Matrix 12800 matrix switchers can grow to accommodate any system — even systems that are still expanding. From the start, Extron offers service and support for the planning, installation, maintenance, as well as expansion of any Matrix 12800 system.
Self-Monitoring
Hot Swappable and Redundant Options
Rooming Presets and Virtualization
FPC 5000
Ethernet Control
AV Resource Management
DSVP
SIS™ - Simple Instruction Set Control
Features
* Inputs: Video on female BNC connectors; audio on captive screw connectors
* Outputs: Video on female BNC connectors; audio on captive screw connectors
* 375 MHz (-3 dB) RGB video bandwidth, fully loaded - wideband models — Ensures switching and distribution of signals without signal degradation. The 375 MHz (-3dB) rating is a worst case specification, i.e., the Matrix 12800 provides 375 MHz (-3dB) at full performance capacity when one input signal drives all outputs.
* 150 MHz (-3 dB) video bandwidth, fully loaded - low resolution models — For lower resolution video signals where high bandwidth is not required, such as composite video, S-video, and component video systems.
* Compatible with composite video, S-video, component video, HDTV, RGsB, RGBS, RGBHV, and/or balanced/unbalanced mono or stereo audio
* Field-upgradeable and hot-swappable, modular design — The Matrix 12800 provides the highest level of flexibility, expandability, and affordability by allowing users to purchase only the modules required for their systems. Additional input and output cards may be added at any time through the front panel for easy and quick upgradeability or expansion. Hot swappable components allow the user to replace any part at any time—no need to power down the switcher. This is especially useful for crucial applications that require continuous operation of the Matrix 12800.
* Advanced computer-aided diagnostics — Provides 24-hour self-diagnostics of input/output boards, primary and redundant power supply voltages, controllers, cooling status, and overall functional status of the matrix. Using an RS-232 or RS-422 communications port, status monitoring is possible for off-site or unmanned locations, such as telco, government, military, or any other sensitive, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week environments.
* Triple-Action Switching™ for RGB delay — The Matrix 12800 is capable of programmable RGB delay on every output. RGB delay blanks the screen when the matrix switcher switches to a new source. The new sync signals precede the RGB signals, so there is no glitch shown during the transition. The time delay between the RGB and sync signals is user adjustable up to five seconds.
* Easy maintenance and serviceability for low mean-time to repair — With the front panel allowing full accessibility to the internal workings and modular assemblies, the basic architecture of the matrix allows for easy maintenance and serviceability, as well as low mean-time to repair.
* Dual, fully redundant, and hot-swappable power supplies and cooling fans — Primary and back-up controllers, power supplies, and cooling fans provide added reliability for critical applications. The optional redundant controller provides mirrored memory, CPU and auto-failover capabilities, and a secondary RS-232 port, enabling a redundant third party control system to communicate with the matrix system. It also provides an increased level of reliability by adding an additional controller that assumes management of the matrix system if a primary controller failure should occur.
* DSVP™ - Digital Sync Validation Processing — Extron's exclusive DSVP verifies active sources by scanning all inputs for active sync signals. DSVP then transmits the horizontal and vertical scan rate information to the user via any type of control system using RS-232 and RS-422 commands.
* Excellent channel-to-channel isolation — The Matrix 12800 provides excellent isolation between channels and extremely low electromagnetic emissions perfect for minimizing signal leakage in high security or government environments.
* Rooming and presets — The Matrix 12800 can be configured for several different applications without the need to change the settings each time the application changes.
* Vertical interval switching — Enables smooth, seamless transitions when switching between inputs.
* Two AC power inputs — For added power reliability, some 24-hour environments require two separate AC power sources, one as the primary source and the second for redundancy. The Matrix 12800 Series provides two AC power inputs for continuous connection to both power sources.
* RS-232 and RS-422 control port — Using serial commands, the Matrix 12800 Series can be controlled and configured via the included Windows-based control software, or integrated into a control system. Extron products use the SIS™ - Simple Instruction Set command protocol, a set of basic ASCII code commands that allow for quick and easy programming.
* Extron virtualization/control software — For serial or Ethernet remote control from a PC, Extron ships our Windows®-based control software with every matrix switcher. This icon-driven software uses a graphical, drag-and-drop interface to make I/O configuration and other customization functions simple and convenient. This software also offers an emulation mode for configuration of an offsite matrix switcher; the I/O configuration may then be saved for future downloading to the matrix switcher.
* Optional FPC 5000 LCD Front Panel Controller
* Optional control panels and keypads — Provide the flexibility to control a Matrix 12800 Series matrix switcher from a remote location.
* Balanced or unbalanced audio — The Matrix 12800 switches both balanced or unbalanced mono or stereo audio signals. Depending on the application and cable distance requirements, some systems will require balanced audio.
* Audio input gain and attenuation — The Matrix 12800 allows users to set the gain/attenuation level from the front panel or RS-232 and RS-422. Individual input audio levels may be adjusted so there are no noticeable volume differences between sources.
* Audio breakaway — With breakaway switching, the Matrix 12800 can separate the audio signal from the video signal to switch either video only or audio only. The breakaway feature allows audio follow on any one or all channels, or the audio inputs and outputs can be operated as a separate audio matrix.
* Trouble status indication — The SmartControl microprocessor within the CPU of the Matrix 12800 acts as a status indicator at all times.
* Ethernet monitoring and control — Specifically engineered to meet the needs of professional AV environments, which enables the Matrix 12800 to be controlled and proactively monitored over a LAN, WAN, or the Internet. An intuitive Web interface is also included for such common functions as I/O switching, system control, and online diagnostics and monitoring.
* Rack-mountable enclosure
* Highly reliable, energy-efficient internal universal power supply — The 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, international power supply provides worldwide power compatibility with high demonstrated reliability.
