Softron GPI Commander 2, 24-Input GPI, 8-Output GPI

SKU: SO3IB27 MFR: 3IB27
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Key Features

  • Effortlessly manage your video workflow with 24-input GPI for precise control.
  • Utilize 8-output GPI to seamlessly integrate with your existing broadcast setup.
  • Enjoy real-time video format conversion and stable signal transmission via USB.
  • Easily connect using the DB-25 connector, ensuring high-resolution format compatibility.
  • Get rackmountable convenience (kit not supplied) to optimize your studio space.
  • Affordable GPI Commander offers robust control; developers can request the API.
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Softron GPI Commander 2 Specifications

  • Input

    1x DB-25 connector for GPI (24 inputs, 1 ground)

  • Output

    1x "Phoenix" connector for GPI with screw contacts (8 relay outputs)

  • Power

    Via USB

  • Minimum System Requirements

    Apple G4, OS 10.4.11, 2GB RAM

  • Rackmountable

    Yes (kit not supplied)

  • Windows Compatible

    Yes (no software supplied - developers can ask for the API)

  • UPC Code

    685167164026

About Softron GPI Commander 2

Softron GPI Commander 2 is a USB-to-GPI and GPI-to-USB conversion box. Designed to pass along AppleScript-based commands to and from other computers and devices, GPI Commander 2 is managed by the Mac-based GPI Commander app, available via free download. Commander 2 works with most of Softron's other Mac-based broadcast workflow automation software. It also works with applications from other vendors, provided they can send and/or receive AppleScripts. Or, by using the available SDK and writing your own code, you can directly address the hardware without employing AppleScript. (The hardware is also compatible with Windows; however, no software is supplied.

You can control the unit by writing C code and an API is available upon request.) GPI Commander 2 connects to your computer via USB and receives power through the connection.

Each of the DB-25 connector's 24 GPI inputs (open-collector type, common ground) can be assigned an AppleScript. When their contact-closure status changes, that triggers the AppleScript to run. This could, for instance, cause Softron's MovieRecorder to start recording, or the OnTheAir application could be scripted to begin its playlist. A single AppleScript can send multiple commands to multiple applications.

There are also eight independent relay outputs on the "Phoenix" connector for sending GPI commands to other computers and devices. Each GPI Commander 2 unit has a unique serial ID, so you can attach more devices to your host computer via USB to expand the possible inputs and/or outputs.

Key Features

  • Effortlessly manage your video workflow with 24-input GPI for precise control.
  • Utilize 8-output GPI to seamlessly integrate with your existing broadcast setup.
  • Enjoy real-time video format conversion and stable signal transmission via USB.
  • Easily connect using the DB-25 connector, ensuring high-resolution format compatibility.
  • Get rackmountable convenience (kit not supplied) to optimize your studio space.
  • Affordable GPI Commander offers robust control; developers can request the API.