Link Electronics VSW-821 8x1 Vertical Interval Video Switcher with Buttons

With its wide bandwidth and vertical interval design, the VSW-821 is a high-performance video switcher engineered for composite video inputs. This device boasts eight high impedance looping inputs and dual outputs, offering users the ability to route or delegate multiple video signals in an efficient and cost-effective manner.

Housed in a 19" rack-mountable cabinet, the VSW-821 is equipped with eight composite inputs, ensuring a broad range of connectivity options. The user-friendly interface features high-quality push buttons and an LED digital readout for seamless audio and video channel selection, making it an optimal solution for various video switching needs.

The VSW-821 offers front panel controlled audio and video breakaway, providing users with enhanced control and flexibility. Serial control is facilitated through a DSub connector, while remote control is enabled through an RJ-11 connector. The switcher supports RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 serial control characteristics, offering diverse control options.

Switching is achieved during the vertical interval using the vertical sync derived from the video at the output stage of the VSW-821 video switcher. This device is a video-only switcher, featuring LED digital readouts for both the selected audio and video.

When paired with the PAF-823 audio follow unit, the VSW-821 selects the video and its corresponding audio, enhancing the overall audio-visual experience. A three-position front panel switch allows users to select audio follow, audio breakaway, and video breakaway, providing further customization options.

The rear panel houses two outputs of the selected video, while the audio follow may be a unit with or without pushbuttons. The VSW-821 Vertical Interval Video Switcher with Buttons is a comprehensive solution for all your video switching needs.