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AMX ADDS 72 FIXED MATRIX SWITCHERS TO AUTOPATCH
PRODUCT LINE
June 18, 2008
Source: AMX
AMX® expanded
its popular AutoPatch® Matrix Switcher family today with
the launch of Octaire™ – a new line of 72 fixed
matrix switchers. With configurations ranging from 32 to 64
inputs and outputs, Octaire is engineered specifically to
meet the needs of organizations wanting to distribute high-performance
analog video throughout large facilities. Over time, the Octaire
line will replace the current AutoPatch 8Y series. AMX is
displaying the Octaire 64x64 Fixed Matrix Switcher (AVS-OC-6464-567)
in booth C2902 at InfoComm 2008, being held June 18 –
20 in Las Vegas.
"Since its launch more than 10 years
ago, the 8Y Series has been one of the best-selling products
in the AutoPatch line. Given how quickly technology changes
and evolves, this speaks volumes about the product's high-quality
engineering and overall innovation," said Robert Noble,
AMX chief technology officer. "Octaire builds upon this
legacy of success by providing an even higher level of video
performance in a solution that is 38% smaller on average,
while simultaneously providing new tools that will reduce
installation time and configuration."
The Octaire switching platform is built
with proven BNC connectivity for composite, S-Video (Y/c),
component, and RGBHV signal styles in 4 rack unit (RU) enclosure
combinations. It is an ideal solution for retail environments,
network operations/command and control centers, entertainment/sporting
venues, correctional facilities and any other environments
where BNC-based analog switching is preferred.
Octaire features Detection, Assignment and
Configuration (DAC) firmware, which automatically recognizes
and configures each enclosure, sequences them, and then generates
a united, single matrix switcher solution. This significantly
reduces programming time because it eliminates the complex
manual set-up processes found in competitive solutions.
The Octaire product line delivers the highest
video performance of any switcher available today – averaging
600 MHz, while maintaining a 500 MHz +/- 3dB ultra-flat response
certified minimum – while simultaneously reducing rack
space by as much as one-third and providing twice the space
between connectors for easy connectivity. For example, an
Octaire 64x64 RGBHV and stereo audio system comprises only
24 RU, while competitive solutions range from 26 to 36 RU
for the same functionality.
Octaire provides dual power feeds and redundant
power supplies, which guarantee the highest level of dependability
in mission-critical applications where system downtime is
unacceptable. It is available in the following configurations:
32x48, 32x64, 48x32, 48x48, 48x64, 64x32, 64x48 and 64x64.
Availability
Octaire Fixed Matrix Switchers will be available in 90 days.
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