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The VS-162AV is a high performance 16x16 vertical interval matrix switcher
for composite video signals on BNC connectors, and balanced stereo audio
signals on detachable terminal block connectors. The VS-162AVRCA is a high
performance 16x16 vertical interval matrix switcher for composite video signals
on BNC connectors, and unbalanced stereo audio signals on RCA connectors.
A main advantage of the VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA is that it forms part of
the series of 16x16 matrix switchers that includes, but is not limited to,
VS-1616SDI (a 16x16 digital Video Matrix Switcher), VS-1616AD (a 16x16
digital audio matrix switcher), VS-1616V (a 16x16 analog video matrix
switcher), VS-1616A (a 16x16 analog balanced stereo audio matrix switcher),
and VS-162V (a 16x16 video matrix switcher).
In particular, the VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA:
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Has multiple SYNC options that make it appropriate for a wide
range of applications with glitch-free transitions. It produces glitch-free
transitions, when sources share a common reference sync
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Offers excellent video performance, which ensures that it remains
transparent in almost any video application
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Video bandwidth extends to well over 90 MHz, making it suitable
for all video applications while audio bandwidth and levels conform to
broadcast specifications for audio applications
In addition the VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA:
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Can be configured into a Kramer multi-signal switcher system
including digital and analog video, digital and analog audio, and RS-422
control switchers
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When integrated in a system, all units switch in true audio-follow-video
mode
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Both audio-follow-video and breakaway modes are available
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Recalls up to 60 configuration setups via the non-volatile memory
and provides for an unlimited quantity of setups when using the Kramer
control software on your PC
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Includes a user-friendly LCD display (making operation even easier)
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With its FLASH memory, lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer
firmware version via Internet download
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Comes with a choice of protocol format: hexadecimal or ASCII
Control the VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA:
1 As it switches during the vertical interval