Switchers

Kramer Electronics

8x1 Composite-YC-Audio Switcher

The Kramer VS-812 is a unique 8x1:2 switcher/DA for s-Video (YC), composite video, and balanced audio stereo signals. It accepts eight s-Video sources as well as eight composite video sources, each with its appropriate stereo audio signals. Using front accessible switches, the user selects which video format is available at any input (for example, inputs 1, 3, 4, 8 are composite, 2, 5, 6, 7 are YC). Whichever input format is selected, 4 simultaneous outputs are available – 2 composite and 2 YC - with 2 audio stereo outputs. The machine switches during the vertical interval and transitions are glitch-free when the sources are Genlocked. The machine has a built-in bi-directional converter between composite and s-Video and a 1:2 distribution amplifier for both composite and YC. The machine is controlled via front-panel touch switches as well as by RS-232. It is housed in a 19”, 1U enclosure, perfect for rack installations. Windows® based control software is provided free with the machine.