Barco Dual-Channel Seamless Video Switcher DSC-100

Easy to use, affordable video switcher perfect for local events/productions!

Description

DSC-100 Features

The Barco DSC-100 is a dual-channel switcher with a true seamless switching design. Similarly, this design allows for effortless switching between different input sources and formats, while consistently maintaining superb scaling quality. Additionally, the DSC-100 is the most economical choice for users and is perfect for switching between video sources at smaller local events and productions. Also, its design allows for both intuitive and simple operating. Similarly, this makes the Barco DSC-100 the ideal choice for seamless switching at live events, parties, boardrooms, amphitheaters, hotel ballrooms, churches, stadiums, lounges, arenas, galleries, lecture halls and more!

Additional Specifications

Processing

  • True seamless switching
  • High quality scaling technology
  • 10-bit sampling and internal processing/scaling
  • Auto-acquire and auto-positioning
  • Up to three (3) LOGO stores/recall capability
  • Luma keying utilizing DVI
  • Low video delay

Inputs

  • All resolutions from NTSC/PAL up to UXGA including all HD resolutions
  • DVI, analog computer and video, HD/SD SDI

Outputs

  • All progressive resolutions from 480p up to UXGA including all HD resolutions
  • Full screen
  • Supports HDCP compatible projectors
  • Built-in test pattern simplifies projector alignment

Mechanical

  • Auto ranging power supply
  • Width: 19” Rack
  • Height: 2RU
  • Operating temperature range: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Front panel control

Display section
  • Four (4) line, 128×32 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 1600×1200@60 Hz. Sources with higher pixel rates (1920x1080p@60, 1920×1200@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
Outputs
  • Program output in digital format on the DVI-I connector and in analog format on the HD-15 connector.
  • Progressive resolutions at RGBHV
  • HDCP Encryption support for DVI signals
Connectors
Ethernet RJ-45 connector for 10/100Base-T Ethernet communications
Serial RS-232 DB-9 connector for communicating with external serial devices