The Barco PDS-4K Small Venue UHD 4K HDMI/12G-SDI Presentation Switcher is designed to meet today’s requirements for a high-quality, easy-to-use and fast seamless switcher with more digital inputs at an affordable price. It is the perfect fit for mid-sized live events, breakout sessions, seminar rooms and boardrooms.

The PDS-4K SDI enables single screen, dual screen switching and quad screen switching with high-quality 4K processing, and it can also support Dante audio with the addition of an optional interface card. It includes six HDMI 2.0 and two 12G-SDI inputs and four fully seamless mixing program outputs at up to 4K resolution on HDMI 2.0 and 12G-SDI connectors. Benefit from the ultra-low latency processing (≤ 2 frames delay @60Hz), smooth video display and seamless transitions between inputs to maximize audience engagement. Additionally, you can increase interactivity by showing up to two live inputs simultaneously with the available PiP layers. And the Event Master Athena scaling technology guarantees superior signal clarity and minimum scaling artifacts.

The PDS-4K SDI switcher guarantees unsurpassed performances and outstanding visual experience while also being exceptionally easy to operate. With just one simple press on the buttons of the intuitive front panel interface, you can switch easily between the input sources and preconfigured layouts. What’s more, the PDS-4K SDI is compatible with all the familiar Barco visualization solutions and presentation devices (e.g. ClickShare) without compromising on video quality. The PDS-4K can be controlled with Event Master Toolset, but thanks to the API it can also be combined with other third- party control panels.

The PDS-4K SDI is built for applications requiring the highest availability and uptime. The switcher also proves to be a smart investment well into the future with option cards to ensure expandability and future-proof upgradability.

Key Features

• The PDS series is a versatile and cost-effective solution for high-quality, seamless switching.
  
• It is designed to meet the demands of mid-sized live events, breakout sessions, seminar rooms, and boardrooms.
  
• The PDS-4K SDI offers single screen, dual screen, and quad screen switching with 4K processing.
  
• The switcher provides ultra-low latency processing for smooth video display and seamless transitions.
  
• It allows for up to two live inputs to be shown simultaneously with PiP layers for increased interactivity.
  
• The Event Master Athena scaling technology ensures superior signal clarity and minimal scaling artifacts.
  
• The PDS-4K SDI is user-friendly, with intuitive front panel buttons for easy switching between sources and layouts.
  
• It is compatible with Barco visualization solutions and presentation devices without compromising video quality.
  
• The switcher can be controlled with Event Master Toolset or integrated with third-party control panels.

Technical Specifications

Live effects canvas
2x outputs up to 4K60 or 4x outputs up to 4K30
each with a single mixing PiP or two non-mixing PiPs on a still background
Video inputs
6x HDMI 2.0 connectors 2x 12G-SDI connectors
Video outputs
4x HDMI 2.0 connectors 4x 12G-SDI connectors
Program output
Two UHD @60 PGM
or Four UHD @30 / FHD @60 PGM
Mixers
1 mixer per PGM output
Keying/Mixing
Luma and Chroma on non-mixing PiPs
Still stores
Eight stills, up to 4K each
Multiviewer
1x UHD@60 output with user definable layouts consisting of inputs plus PVW and PGM for each screen
Expandability
Option card slot for other video connector types and/or Dante audio
HDCP
HDCP 1.x and 2.2
Control
front panel mappable buttons
Event Master screen management software for PC or MAC
Event Master controllers
WebUI
Ethernet RJ-45, 1000/100/10 Mbps autosense
Noise Level
37 dB in a room temperature environment (23 Degrees C/73 Degrees F)
Warranty
3 years parts and labor
Dimensions (HxWxD)
6.62 cm (2.605 in) x 48.41 cm (19.06 in) x 40,9 cm (16.1 in)
Weight
6.21 kg (13.7 lbs)
Environmental temperature
0-40 Degrees C (32-104 F)
Power
Input power: 100-240 VAC 50/60Hz 151W
Environmental humidity
0-95% non-condensing (non-operating)
0-85% non-condensing (operational)