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DCS-200

Barco DCS-200 Seamless Presentation Switcher with Preview Output

This dual-channel seamless switcher features an independent preview output, allowing operators to view input sources before they are switched to the main screen output; this output can be configured to a resolution different from that of the main program output. In addition, users can adapt the preview channel to display a stored logo, the digital key source or the main Program output, effectively providing a second main output at a second resolution. Both DVI and HD-15 connectors are provided for the output, each of which provides the same signal at the identical timing.

The unit provides true seamless switching between different input sources while maintaining superb scaling quality. Its straightforward and simple operation makes it ideal for live events, boardrooms, hotel ballrooms, houses of worship, educational applications, training facilities and more.

The system accepts universal analog, DVI and HD/SD SDI input sources, converting them to a wide variety of formats. Output video is provided simultaneously in DVI and analog formats. Up to three images can be captured and stored for use as full-screen logos during your presentation. In terms of keying, the DCS-200 can also use the DVI inputs as luminance key sources, which enables you to key over any video source, and even transition seamlessly underneath the key.

Product Weight:  7.5 lbs
Dimensions:  19"W x 14.25"D x 3.5"H (2 RU)

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Manufacturer Specs

Front Panel Control
  Display Section
       • Four (4) line, 128x32 VFD Display
       • Menu navigation via rotary encoder knob, Select/Escape buttons
   Inputs Section
      Ten buttons select the corresponding input source, or the stored LOGO image, to be placed on program after the TAKE button is pressed. There are three button states:
       • Off: The source is not currently on program
       • Blinking: The source has been selected and will be placed on program after the TAKE button is pressed
       • Yellow: The source is on program.
   Effects Section
       • FRZ: Instantly freezes the current image that is on program.
       • BLK: Cuts the program to black
       • KEY: The key source will transition to/from program, after the TAKE button is pressed
       • TAKE: Transitions the selected source or KEY at the pre-selected rate.

Inputs  
   Six Analog Inputs via HD-15 VGA connectors
       • Supports YPbPr, RGBHV, S-video and composite
       • 10-bits/color sampling at maximum 170 MHz
       • True pixel mapping (1:1) for signal resolutions up to 1600x1200@60 Hz. Sources with higher pixel rates (1920x1080p@60, 1920x1200@60 and 2048x1080p@60) are also supported.
   Two Digital or Analog Inputs via DVI-I connectors
       • 8-bit digital input per DDWG 1.0 with HDCP support.
       • RGBHV data via analog pins of the DVI-I connector
       • The digital source will be processed if valid DVI signals are detected. The Analog source can be selected via the front panel menu.
   Serial Digital Input (HD/SD SDI) via BNC connector
       • SD SDI per SMPTE 259M-C (NTSC/PAL resolution)
       • HD SDI per SMPTE 292M (HDTV)

Outputs  
   Program Output
      •  Provided in digital format on the DVI-I Program connector and in analog format on the HD-15 Program connector.
      • Progressive resolutions at RGBHV
      • HDCP Encryption support for DVI signals
   Preview Output
      • Provided in digital format on the DVI-I Preview connector and in analog format on the HD-15 Preview connector.
      • Progressive resolutions from 480p up to UXGA, including all HD progressive resolutions