DVI Switchers
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TV One MX-5288 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher
MX-5288 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher is designed to allow distribution of eight DVI-D (w/o HDCP) sources to eight devices independently or all at the same time. All video paths are buffered to prevent cross talk and 480p through 1080p HDTV signals, plusSKU: MX-5288
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Atlona AT-DRC444 DVI/HDMI/VGA Multi-Input Presentation Switcher
The Atlona AT-DRC444 is a Multi-Input Presentation Switcher designed with 3 x Audio and Video Switcher platforms built into one product. The Atlona Multi-Input Presentation switch includes 4 inputs, one output Composite Video Switch; 4 inputs, oneSKU: AT-DRC444Only 3 left in stock
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Hall Research DVS-4A 4-Port DVI Switch with Audio/Serial Control/Long Cable EQ
The Model DVS-4A is a vast and closely grouped four input by one output DVI & audio switch. This unit offers both a video and audio output which can be switched among four video and audio sources. This process gives room for routing of many DVI equipped devices (such as Personal Computer's) to one DVI display (such as a plasma or Light Crystal Diode screen).SKU: DVS-4A
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TV One C2-8120 Corio2 8x2 DVI-U Seamless Switcher with RS232/IP
C2-8120 Universal Input Seamless Switcher is based on TV One's exclusive CORIO®2 technology and provides high quality video switching with two-channel bi-directional conversion between a variety of analog and digital video formats.SKU: C2-8120
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TV One C2-8160 Corio2 10x2 DVI-U and Audio Seamless Switcher with RS232/IP
C2-8160 Universal Input Seamless Switcher is based on TV One's exclusive CORIO®2 technology and provides high quality video switching with two-channel bi-directional conversion between a variety of analog and digital video formats.SKU: C2-8160
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TV One C2-8110 Corio2 6x2 DVI-U Seamless Switcher with RS232/IP
C2-8110 Universal Input Seamless Switcher is based on TV One's exclusive CORIO®2 technology and provides high quality video switching with two-channel bi-directional conversion between a variety of analog and digital video formats.SKU: C2-8110
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TV One C2-8130 Corio2 12x2 DVI-U Seamless Switcher with RS232/IP
C2-8130 Universal Input Seamless Switcher is based on TV One's exclusive CORIO®2 technology and provides high quality video switching with two-channel bi-directional conversion between a variety of analog and digital video formats.SKU: C2-8130
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Atlona AT-HDDVI1616-AM 16x16 DVI and Audio Matrix Switcher
The Atlona 16 by 16 DVI and Audio Matrix Switcher is HDCP compliant, has 3 control options, 9 programmable memory presets, fast switching, and EDID learning. With switching as fast as .5 seconds and resolutions of up to 1920x1200 or 2k by 1k get theSKU: AT-HDDVI1616-AMOnly 8 left in stock
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Hall Research SC-3H Multi-Format Presentation Switcher and Controller
The SC-3H is a 4K HDMI Multi-Format Presentation Switcher and Controller.It provides a line-level stereo audio input for the VGA Input that mixes with the HDMI output audio.SKU: SC-3H
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Kramer VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI (HDCP) Matrix Switcher
The VS-88HDCPxl is a high-performance matrix switcher for DVI and HDMI signals on a DVI-D connector. It reclocks and equalizes the signal and can route any input to any or all outputs simultaneously.SKU: VS-88HDCPxlOnly 1 left in stock
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Apantac DVI-E EDID Emulator
The DVI-E EDID Emulator from Apantac can be used to store EDID information cloned from an EDID learner to optimize output quality of the source device.SKU: DVI-E
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Apantac EDID-L-D EDID Learner and Emulator (DVI)
The EDID Learner and Emulator from Apantac can be used together to glean and store EDID information across a DVI interface.SKU: EDID-L-D
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Hall Research DVS-2A 2-Port DVI Switch with Audio/Serial Control/Long Cable Equalization
The Model DVS-2A is a versatile and compact 2 input x 1 output DVI & audio switch. It supports PC resolutions to 1920x1200 or HD resolutions to 1080p. The unit allows one monitor to be switched between two video and audio sources.SKU: DVS-2A
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Gefen EXT-DVI-444DL 4x4 DVI Dual Link Matrix
Easily combine any four cross-platform Dual Link DVI video display outputs and four Dual Link DVI digital displays without networking.SKU: EXT-DVI-444DL
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Gefen EXT-DVI-EDIDP DVI Detective Plus
The Gefen DVI Detective Plus allows you to switch or relocate HDTV or Computer video displays while "tricking" the source devices into thinking that the display is still present -- maintaining smooth video operations throughout the process.SKU: EXT-DVI-EDIDP
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Gefen EXT-DVIKVM-441DL 4x1 DVI KVM Switcher
Gefen's 4x1 DVI KVM DL Switcher provides you with greater flexibility in integrating cross-platform computer equipment easily and without networking. It enables you to switch easily and reliably between any combination of four dual link or singleSKU: EXT-DVIKVM-441DLOnly 1 left in stock
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Gefen EXT-DVI-444DL-b 4x4 DVI Dual Link Matrix
Easily combine any four cross-platform Dual Link DVI video display outputs and four Dual Link DVI digital displays without networking.SKU: EXT-DVI-444DL-bOnly 1 left in stock
Brand: Gefen
DVI Switchers
DVI Switchers grant multiple source signals to be transmitted to compatible displays. When DVI first came out, the intention was to create an industry standard for transmitting digital video content. Since then, HDMI and HDBaseT have also been developed; however DVI is still widely used. DVI supports multiple modes including digital only (DVI-D), analog only (DVI-A) and digital/analog (DVI-I). Keep in mind these formats when selecting a DVI Switcher for your application.
Let’s also cover Single Link and Dual Link cables and devices including DVI Switchers. Why? Knowing Single Link and Dual Link capabilities will allow knowledge of resolution compatibility. The main difference with dual link versus single link is the refresh rate. Let us use WUXGA, with a single link can output 1920 x 1200 at 60Hz versus WUXGA with a dual link outputting 1920 x 1200 at 120Hz. These numbers translate to a better resolution, higher refresh rate and better quality with dual link in this scenario. Keep in mind that there are very few devices that use dual link. Using dual link cables and devices for single link units offers no advantage.
Getting back to DVI Switchers, let’s cover the different classifications they are made in. The most basic is a simple DVI switcher compromised with 4 DVI inputs and 1 DVI output. This unit comes in as a single link unless otherwise indicated. Another type is a fixed input/output DVI matrix switch, which may come in a chassis for a 4x4, 8x8, 16x16 and 32x32 or more. A modular DVI matrix switcher allows the end-user to customize the chassis with how many inputs or outputs is installed. This type allows flexibility to start small and add on to the chassis as needed. Lastly, Seamless DVI matrix switchers with PIP(picture in picture) feature. These units are advanced and provide high performance scaling of standard definition, HDTV, as well as computer-video sources to high resolutions, including HDTV. With true seamless switching between inputs and selectable transition effects, professional presentations are viewed as high quality.
Manufacturers today have been ambitious in designing and developing high quality DVI switchers. Many of these units have a standardized EDID management system equipped friendly to integrators. EDID communication between connected devices is a staple many great brands are featuring with their DVI switchers. Control is as simple as the front panel buttons, IR, IP or RS232 for these products. We carry DVI switchers from Industry leading manufacturers such as Atlona, Gefen, Kramer Electronics, Avenview, Shinybow, Matrox Video, Smart AVI, Vanco, TVOne and Hall Research. One of our knowledgeable representatives can answer any questions regarding choosing the right DVI Switcher for your application.