CATSwitch

Discontinued. Expandable 8 input port VGA, component AV, and RS-232 signal matrix with extension up to 1,000 feet via CAT5 cabling.

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CATSwitch routes audio and video signals from several different video sources out to multiple displays (projectors, monitors, etc.) and speakers via inexpensive Cat5/6 UTP cable.

CATSwitch is capable of connecting to as many as 16 video sources via transmitters and 16 video displays via receivers with a maximum extension of 1,000 feet between the transmitter and receiver units.

A single audio/video output can be routed to one or multiple destinations. Video is transmitted at a resolution of 1920 x 1200 to insure high resolution images. Buffered video outputs and analog delivery of stereo audio maintains optimum integrity throughout the system. Special remote boxes offer compatibility with Video Composite , UXGA, Component Video and S-Video.

Features:

  • Supports high resolution video up to 1920×1200.
  • High quality audio switching.
  • Infrared, RS232 and TCP/IP control.
  • PC Windows software control.
  • Integral UTP distribution.
  • 1U rackmounted chassis.
  • Uses easy to install, inexpensive CAT-5/5e/6/7/8.
  • Maximum extension of 1,500 feet (500m) between the local and remote units.
  • HDTV compatible. (720p, 1080i,1080p)
  • 300 MHz bandwidth.
  • Compatible with VGA, XGA, Sun, MAC and SGI.
  • Sync Format / Polarity Preservation.
  • Compatible with Line Level Stereo Audio Signals.
  • High ground loop immunity.
  • Built-in power surge and transient protection.
  • Designated trimmer in the remote unit to compensate for length

Access

Enables easy access to multiple servers in various locations. Facilitates data sharing among departments.

Security

Safeguards the servers by storing them in a secure and climate controlled environment while still providing access from the production floor.

Savings

Saves in equipment costs, physical space and utilities expense.

Productivity

Increases productivity by facilitating testing and performance evaluation of software and equipment, on multiple servers, from a single keyboard mouse and monitor station.

Multimedia

Presentations Can be used in multimedia presentations, where the information is transmitted from various computers.

Video DataAudioCat5 SignalsControlPowerMechanical

Bandwidth 250MHz
Input signal level 1Volt pk-pk into 75R
Output impedance 100 Ohms
Input Impedance 75R Ohms
Connector RJ45
Format VGA/SVGA/XGA/RGB
Bandwidth 20KHz
Signal level 0dB
Output Impedance 100 Ohms
Input Impedance 10K Ohms
Input Connector VIA RJ45
Syncs
Bandwidth Digital
Signal level 5V
Output Impedance 100 Ohms
Input Impedance 10K Ohms
Input Connector HD15 socket
Pair 1 Red video balanced 1 V pk-pk + audio left
Pair 2 Green video balanced 1 V pk-pk + audio right
Pair 3 Blue video balanced 1 V pk-pk + sync
Pair 4 Data RS232 and IR
IR Remote Unit
RS232 Software
Voltage 90-230V
Connector IEC
Fuse rating 1A A/S
Frequency 50/60 Hz
Height 5.23 in. (133 mm.)
Width 19 in. (483 mm.)
Depth 18 in. (450 mm.)
Weight 22 lbs. (10 kg.)
Rack Units 1U

Model#Description

CSW08X08S
CAT5 Audio/Video 8IN X 8OUT Matrix with RS-232 Control. Includes: [CSW08X08, (SM-CSW) & (CCPWR06US)]
CSW16X08S CAT5 Audio/Video 16IN X 8OUTMatrix with RS-232 Control. Includes: [CSW16X08, (SM-CSW) & (CCPWR06US)]
CSW16X16S CAT5 Audio/Video 16IN X 16OUT Matrix with RS-232 Control. Includes: [CSW16X16, (SM-CSW) & (CCPWR06US)]
CSW32X16S CAT5 Audio/Video 32 IN X 16OUT Matrix with RS-232 Control. Includes: [CSW32X16, (SM-CSW) & (CCPWR06US)]
CSW64X16S CAT5 Audio/Video 64IN X 16OUT Matrix with RS-232 Control. Includes: [CSW64X16, (SM-CSW) & (CCPWR06US)]
CSW64X32S CAT5 Audio/Video 64IN X 32OUT Matrix with RS-232 Control. Includes: [CSW64X32, (SM-CSW) & (CCPWR06US)]
CSW16X32S CAT5 Audio/Video 16IN X 32OUT Matrix with RS-232 Control. Includes: [CSW16X32, (SM-CSW) & (CCPWR06US)]
CSW16X64S CAT5 Audio/Video 16IN X 64OUT Matrix with RS-232 Control. Includes: [CSW16X64, (SM-CSW) & (CCPWR06US)]
CSW64X64S CAT5 Audio/Video 64IN X 64OUT Matrix with RS-232 Control. Includes: [CSW64X64, (SM-CSW) & (CCPWR06US)]

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