Introduction; About This Manual; About The Integration Seamless Switcher - Extron electronics ISS 608 User Manual

Introduction

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About this Manual

This manual contains installation, configuration, and operating information for the Extron
ISS 608 Integration Seamless Switcher.

About the Integration Seamless Switcher

The Extron ISS 608 is an eight-input, scaling, video and audio seamless switcher for the
dynamic presentation of HDMI and DisplayPort content at resolutions up to 4K/60 Hz.
With six HDMI 2.0 and two DisplayPort 1.2 inputs that support signals up to 4096x2160 at
60 Hz with 4:4:4 color sampling, the ISS combines true seamless switching with advanced
Vector™ 4K scaling technology.
NOTE: The terms ISS, ISS 608, scaler, and switcher refer to the ISS 608.
The ISS provides multiple seamless transition effects, an independent preview output, and
intuitive front panel operation. Logo insertion, video keying, and Picture In Picture (PIP)
capabilities complement primary content, and audio de-embedding simplifies integration.
Matrix Mode
with HDMI outputs. In addition, RS-232 and Ethernet provide optimal control options.
These features and capabilities enable the ISS 608 to deliver a true seamless digital signal
switching solution perfect for high-end, live presentation environments.
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eight video inputs of various resolutions, scales the video inputs, and outputs video and
audio.
The ISS 608 seamlessly switches between the program and preview inputs without a loss
of video or sync. The ISS offers a wide range of effects that eliminate distracting jumps,
glitches, and delays, as well as allows the user to choose transitions most appropriate for
the material. Effects include wipes with selectable direction and duration, a dissolve with
selectable duration, and a seamless cut. The audio transition can also be accompanied by
either a cut or a fade audio effect.
Each video input is individually configurable to support different video formats. The ISS
allows the various high-resolution and low-resolution video formats to be seamlessly
switched between for display in high profile, professional presentation spaces.
The ISS provides two separate outputs:
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About this Manual
About the Integration Seamless Switcher
Features
(see page 33) adds automatic, seamless transitions to matrix switchers
on page 2 shows a typical ISS 608 application. The switcher accepts up to
Program output — The program output is the video seen by the audience.
Preview output — The preview output allows the switcher operator to view the video
before it is transitioned to the program output for the audience to see.
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