The Barco PDS-902 3G is the next generation of digital switchers with four DVI-I inputs, one 3G/HD/SDI and four universal analog inputs. The 3G model also includes an SDI output supporting SD/HD/3G. The PDS-902 3G offers a program and a preview output that can be set at the same or different resolution than the program output. Users can capture and store up to three images that can be used as a LOGO source during the presentation. This next generation switcher is truly the standard for easy-to-use and fast seamless switchers with more digital inputs.

The PDS series of switchers 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.

Four models
The PDS is offered in four models: PDS-701 3G, PDS-901 3G, PDS-902 and PDS-902 3G. All 3G models feature four DVI-I inputs with full HDCP 1.0 support, whereas the PDS-701 3G features two DVI-I inputs. All models include one 3G/HD/SD SDI and four universal analog inputs. All analog and DVI inputs support the EDID 1.3 specification. Users can capture and store up to three images that can be used as a LOGO source during the presentation. Built-in test patterns are also provided.

Simple Setup
Thanks to its straightforward setup and operation the PDS is a perfect fit for live events, boardrooms, hotel ballrooms, houses of worship, education and training facilities and fixed installations.

Remote Control
An integrated web page server provides remote control and switching capabilities. Multiple units on the same network can be controlled via the web browser, without installing a separate control application. After discovery and setup, one or more units can be enabled to accept source changes or transitions.

Software Management
System firmware can be updated via the web browser, the front panel USB port or, via the Internet. When connected to the Internet, the PDS can check for the latest software release. If necessary, it will download and upgrade its firmware automatically, keeping your unit’s functionality up to date.

Level A to/from level B SDI conversion and minimum delay mode
PDS converts level A SDI signals to level B and vice versa allowing cameras and monitors that support only these formats to be connected to other devices. In both applications the latency can be reduced by three lines by enabling the minimum delay mode. In minimum delay mode, internal scaling is disabled and the output resolution matches the input resolution.

Dual PIP display mode
In this mode the program output displays two PIPs (Picture-in-Picture) that can be positioned anywhere on the screen. Any of the input sources or stored LOGOs can be selected to display on PIP1 or PIP2. The background can be a solid matte color or one of the stored LOGO images. Alternatively, PIP2 can be set to cover the whole display area, therefore, becoming a live background behind PIP1. An example for this feature would be a presentation and an excel spreadsheet displayed side-by-side, the same presentation in two different languages displayed side-by-side, or a presentation full screen with a PIP covering part of the image.

Matrix Mode
In the matrix mode the program and preview outputs operate independently allowing any of the input sources to go directly to either output. In case that the projectors connected to the PDS are of different native resolutions, the two outputs can be set independently to match each projector’s native resolution. Lastly, the matrix mode feature allows the PDS to be combined with the Barco Collaborate projectors. Each side of the projector can be driven independently from any of the nine sources connected to the PDS.

Easy-fit Mode
Easy-fit allows the user to customize the output format in case the input source aspect ratio doesn’t match the output display’s aspect ratio. The user can choose from three different modes: