Barco announces a new line of MatrixPRO-II 3G/HD/SD-SDI and Analog Routers
At NAB 2010, Barco will introduce a powerful new line of 3G/HD/SD-SDI and Analog routers. Specifically designed for the needs of the events market, the new routers are integrated with the Encore and ScreenPRO-II presentation systems.
Rancho Cordova, CA — 12 April 2010 — Image processing pioneer Barco is proud to announce the introduction of a new line MatrixPRO-II 3G/HD/SD-SDI and Analog routers at NAB 2010. (April 12-15 in Las Vegas). The MatrixPRO-II series provides a flexible and dependable routing solution of 3G/HD/SD-SDI and high speed analog signals for simple and complex configurations at an affordable price.
The MatrixPRO-II 3G-SDI line is offered in three models, 8x8, 16x16 and 32x32, in a slim, power efficient package that is only 2.2 inches deep. All three models support 3G/HD/SD-SDI signals at bit rates of 19.4Mbps to 3Gbps. Reclockers are standard on all three models. The routers can be controlled from the front panel, Ethernet or RS-232. A redundant power supply option is also available.
Barco's MatrixPRO-II analog series is offered in three configurations: 12x8, 16x16 and 32x32. All three configurations are available with an audio option and the 12x8 and 16x16 models are also offered with an optional cable equalization feature. The MatrixPRO-II series features bandwidth greater than 600 MHz @ -3 dB with +/- 1.0dB flatness to 300 MHz. This high bandwidth and flat frequency response allows for image switching and signal distribution without artifacts.
“Our customers have asked us to upgrade our MatrixPRO router line to meet their current and future needs and provide a cost effective signal distribution solution,” said Jed Deame, Vice-President of Image Processing for Barco, North America.
The routers will be at display at the Barco booth, SL3314.
About Barco
Barco, a global technology company, designs and develops visualization products for a variety of selected professional markets. Barco has its own facilities for Sales & Marketing, Customer Support, R&D and Manufacturing in Europe, North America and Asia Pacific. Barco (NYSE Euronext Brussels: BAR) is active in more than 90 countries with about 3100 employees worldwide. Barco posted sales of 638 million euro in 2009.
