A/V Matrix Switchers with IP Link® for Composite Video, S-Video, HDTV/Component Video, and Mono or Stereo Audio
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Audio breakaway — Provides the capability to break an audio signal away from its
• Inputs: Video on female BNC connectors; audio on captive screw connectors;
MAV Plus 128 AV RCA audio inputs on RCA jacks
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Outputs: Video on female BNC connectors; audio on captive screw connectors;
MAV Plus 128 AV RCA audio outputs on RCA jacks
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90 models for composite video, S-video, component video, and stereo or
mono audio
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150 MHz (-3 dB) video bandwidth, fully loaded — Ensures switching and distribution
of signals without degradation. The 150 MHz (-3 dB) rating is a worst case specification;
in other words, the MAV Plus Series matrix switcher provides at least 150 MHz (-3 dB)
at full performance capacity when one input signal drives all outputs.
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Compatible with NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, and SECAM video — Provides for
worldwide compatibility.
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Video genlock — Allows for vertical interval switching and enables smooth, seamless
transitions when switching between synchronous video sources.
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Enhanced QS-FPC™ - QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller — Provides a discrete,
backlit button for each input and output, allowing for simple, intuitive operation.
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Tri-color, backlit buttons accept custom window labels — The backlit buttons
on the front panel of the MAV Plus matrix switchers can be custom-labeled for easy
identification. Buttons illuminate red, green, or amber, depending on function, for
ease-of-use in low-light environments.
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View I/O mode — Allows users to easily see which individual inputs and outputs are
actively connected. Available from the front panel, RS-232, or via IP Link control.
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Global presets — Frequently used I/O configurations may be saved and recalled either
from the QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller or RS-232 serial control. This time-saving
feature allows you to set up I/O configurations and store them in memory for future use.
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I/O grouping — Allows the matrix switcher to be virtually divided into smaller
sub-switchers, making installation and control easier. I/O grouping allows specific
outputs, like those designated for a specific video format, to be grouped together.
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Rooming — All models can be programmed to group selected outputs into specific
"rooms," each with its own set of unique presets. Each room can support up to 16
outputs. A total of 10 rooms, with 10 presets per room, are available.
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Switches both balanced and unbalanced stereo audio; unbalanced only on
RCA models
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Audio input gain and attenuation — Allows users to set the level of gain or
attenuation for each audio input channel, eliminating noticeable volume differences
when switching between sources.
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Audio output volume adjustment and muting — Each individual output has volume
control adjustment via the front panel, RS-232 or IP Link control. Audio output levels
can be set dynamically at different levels to feed the audio amplifier, thus eliminating the
need for a preamplifier in many system designs.
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corresponding video signal, allowing the audio and video signals from one source to be
switched to different destinations.
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IP Link® Ethernet monitoring and control — Engineered to meet the needs of
professional A/V environments, IP Link enables the MAV Plus Series to be proactively
monitored and managed over a LAN, WAN, or the Internet, using standard TCP/IP
protocols. IP Link provides for remote selection of input and output ties, adjustment and
control of audio input and output levels, and advanced system diagnostics.
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IP Link enhanced diagnostics — Provides for monitoring of internal product operating
temperature and power supply voltages, e-mail notification of power supply failure,
overheating, and other critical service information.
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RS-232 and RS-422 serial control port — Using serial commands, the MAV Plus
Series can be controlled and configured via the included Windows-based control
software, or integrated into third-party control systems. Extron products use the SIS™
- Simple Instruction Set command protocol, a set of basic ASCII code commands that
allow for quick and easy programming. The RS-232 and RS-422 port also makes it easy
to install firmware updates.
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Optional control panels and keypads — Provide the flexibility to control a MAV Plus
Series matrix switcher from a remote location.
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Front panel security lockout — If a MAV Plus matrix
switcher is installed in an unsecured environment
where easy access is not desirable, a security lockout
feature may be implemented. During lockout mode, a
special button combination is required to operate the
front panel.
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Rack-mountable metal enclosure
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Internal international power supply — The
100-240VAC, 50/60 Hz, universal power supply
provides worldwide power compatibility.
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Redundant power supply standard on MAV Plus models from 24x12 to 64x64
— Primary and back-up power supplies are internally mounted. The power supply
system is configured to automatically switch over to a hot spare power supply if the
primary power supply fails. This means no loss of functionality in the event of a primary
power supply malfunction.
The Extron MAV Plus Series of A/V Matrix Switchers is designed to suit the requirements of
virtually any video or audio switching system. Available in sizes from 8x8 to 64x64, MAV Plus
Series matrix switchers accommodate HDTV, component video, S-video (Y/C), and composite
video signals, with or without audio signals. The MAV Plus Series also includes a complete line
of mono and stereo audio matrix switchers, capable of switching both balanced and unbalanced
audio signals.
The MAV Plus Series builds on Extron's popular compact MAV Series of Composite Video
and S-Video matrix switchers. MAV Plus Series models accommodate HDTV or component
video, and S-video in Y/C configuration, as well as composite video and mono or stereo
audio. The series also offers additional I/O sizes up to 64x64. An expanded feature set for
the MAV Plus Series includes IP Link® Ethernet monitoring and control technology, a new,
enhanced QS-FPC™ - QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller with tri-color, backlit buttons, and
audio output volume control. For larger, more complex system designs requiring additional
inputs and outputs, or for systems routing high definition video signals, the MAV Plus Series
has the features and capabilities to streamline integration and operations in any A/V signal
routing environment. MAV Plus Series matrix switchers are ideal for a very broad range of video
and audio routing applications, including command and control centers, university classroom
buildings, conference centers, and auditoriums, large residential entertainment systems, and
many other high-level A/V system designs.
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IP Link Ethernet Control
The MAV Plus Series is equipped with Extron's IP Link, an IP integration technology specifically
engineered to meet the needs of professional A/V environments — from K-12 classrooms to
large universities, businesses, and residential media systems.
IP Link is built around an integrated, high performance Web server that features global
compatibility with industry standard Ethernet communication protocols, multi-user support,
and GlobalViewer™ software. GlobalViewer, a Web-based application, enables a variety of asset
management functions including proactive maintenance and remote technical support from any
administrator authorized LAN, WAN, or Internet client.
On the MAV Plus Series, IP Link provides technical support personnel with the ability to receive
service and failure messages through an e-mail-enabled cell phone, PDA, pager, or e-mail
account. Utilizing IP Link, the help desk can also view embedded Web pages to manage,
monitor, and troubleshoot the switcher for the following:
Asset Management
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Remotely select input and output ties for audio only, video only, or audio and video
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Name and select global I/O presets
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Set audio input and output volume levels
Video Features
All MAV Plus Series switchers feature 150 MHz (-3 dB) video bandwidth, ensuring superb
signal quality in even the most complex video system designs. MAV Plus Series switchers
are quad standard for worldwide compatibility and also feature video genlock and vertical
inter val switching for smooth, seamless transitions when switching between synchronous
video sources.
Audio Features
The MAV Plus Series includes matrix switchers in sizes up to 64x64 that are capable of
switching balanced or unbalanced mono or stereo audio signals. All audio-capable models
support both Audio Follow and Audio Breakaway modes. Full adjustment of both audio input
gain and attenuation, and audio output volume and muting, is available at the front panel
or through IP Link or serial control. The advanced audio capabilities of the MAV Plus Series
facilitate system integration by reducing gain-staging effects and can eliminate the need for
audio preamplifiers in many system designs.
Control Features
Each of the MAV Plus Series models comes standard with backlit I/O selection buttons
utilizing Extron's QS-FPC - QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller, which a llows for simple,
touch-of-a-button input and output selection directly from the front panel. In addition, the
MAV Plus Series features RS-232 and RS-422 serial control capability, as well as Extron's
exclusive IP Link Ethernet monitoring and control.
Operating Status and Diagnostics
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Monitor primary and redundant power supply voltages
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Monitor internal product operating temperature
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Recall firmware revision and other data for improved Help Desk support
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Obtain immediate notification via e-mail for critical service information