Matrix Switcher

[s_tether]

Hi

I am after a 4 input, 4 output S-video and audio matrix switcher with IR control to route any of 4 sources to any of 4 zones. I have found a Kramer but it is very expensive and does not have IR control.
I have found a composite video one but I would really like one capable of S-video.

Anyone seen one ?

Thanks in advance.

Simon

[ianh64]

Hi

I have a Sony PVS 880S matrix switcher. It is 8 input/output for composite of which 4 of the inputs/outputs can also switch S-video. I cannot remember whether there is conversion between composite and s-video. It is a broadcast item so of very high quality. Unfortunately it does not have IR control but does have RS232 control and a number of memories to hold pre configures routes. It is also quite large, about the size of a large power amp.

PM me for more info if you are interested - or anyone else for that matter but it may be overkill if you are looking for a smaller 4 input/output unit.

This is a link to the brochure (http://www.hlaudio.de/images/shop/pdf/sonyapvs880s_3.pdf)

-Ian

[Joe Fernand]

s_tether

Its always fun seeing folk accusing Kramer Electronics of being expensive - in this market they offer about the best value for money you can get.

A key consideration for you is how long the cable runs your planning are - anything over 15m and you should factor in a distribution system that includes variable line drive on each output.

If you require IR control of the Kramer VS-4x4YC it is possible to add a third party IR to RS232 controller to the Kramer unit (more money but does what you require).

Best regards

Joe

[Chaucer]

Try this - the new Kramer VS-4x4YCxl it has built in IR and is now £499+VAT

http://www.kramerelectronics.com/indexes/item.asp?desc=439

[s_tether]

Many thanks, just what I was looking for.

[jason5d]

am interested in the switcher
are u in the UK and what are u looking for it?

jason5d
j@5dg.org

[holdmade]

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[Nic Rhodes]

Kramer and expensive are two words that don't normally go together. GREAT value, I'm a big fan.