Extron PIP 444 Four Window Video Picture-in-Picture Processor

Description

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The Extron
PIP 444
is a video picture-in-picture processor for the creation and presentation of multiple video windows on a single display. It delivers high performance video processing, and is easy to operate and configure. The PIP 444 is ideally suited for videoconferencing, distance learning, usability labs, event staging, and other applications that require the capability to simultaneously display multiple video sources on one screen.
The PIP 444 displays up to four windows within the same screen. It offers a high level of flexibility, making the PIP 444 ideal for integration into a variety of AV systems. Each window has its own dedicated input, which is fully configurable to accept composite video, S-video, or component video sources in NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, or SECAM. Each input also has a buffered loop-through for source monitoring.
The PIP 444 features internal video transcoding, so that picture-in-picture video is output simultaneously as composite video, S-video, and component video. The output is selectable as either NTSC 3.58 or PAL. All inputs and outputs are on BNC connectors for easy integration into AV system designs. The PIP 444 also includes video genlock for integration into CCTV and broadcast applications.
Fully customizable picture-in-picture presentations can be created with the PIP 444. Independent, fine-tuning controls are used for each window to adjust size, position, contrast/brightness, color/tint, overlay priority, and more. Window configurations can be saved to 20 available user memory presets and then quickly recalled. Additional customization features include image freeze control, background and window border color selection, and window caption text labeling.
The PIP 444 features full front panel controls for quick access to all functions. Remote configuration and control are available via RS-232 or RS-422 with the Extron SIS™ - Simple Instruction Set. The PIP 444 is firmware upgradeable for incorporation of new features and capabilities.
Features
Inputs: Four fully configurable inputs with buffered loop-throughs on BNCs; accepts standard definition component video, S-video, or composite video input signals
Outputs: Simultaneous output of standard definition component video, S-video, and composite video on BNCs
Four window simultaneous display
— The PIP 444 displays up to four windows within the same screen.
Three-way video transcoding with simultaneous output of standard definition component video, S-video, and composite video
— Allows for flexibility and fast, easy integration into any video display system, as well as video recording or simultaneous distribution to multiple displays.
20 memory presets for saving and recalling window configurations
— The PIP 444 features 20 memory presets with factory-loaded picture-in-picture window configurations, which can be customized to save configurations and recall size, positioning, and priority for all windows.
Image freeze control
— A picture-in-picture window can be frozen via the front panel or RS-232 or RS-422 control, enabling video frames to be captured and displayed for extended periods of time.
Picture controls for each window including color, tint, brightness, contrast, and detail
Window transition effects including cut, dissolve, and wipe
— For professional quality presentations, windows can be transitioned into and out of the image using a cut, dissolve, or wipe effect.
Customizable background and border colors
— Any of eight colors can be selected for the background and window borders.
Picture-in-picture window controls for positioning, sizing, zoom, and overlay priority
Text overlay for window caption labeling
— Each picture-in-picture window can be labeled with text of up to 16 characters, through RS-232 or RS-422 control.
Video genlock
— All video outputs, including NTSC and PAL, can be synchronized to an external reference signal for integration into broadcast and production applications.
RS-232 and RS-422 control port
— Using serial commands, the PIP 444 can be controlled and configured via the Extron Windows®-based control program, or integrated into a control system. Extron products use the SIS™ - Simple Instruction Set command protocol, a set of basic ASCII code commands that allow for quick and easy programming.
Front panel security lockout
— This feature locks out all front panel functions except for input selection; all functions, however, remain active through RS-232 or RS-422 control.
Rack-mountable 1U, full rack width metal enclosure
Internal
Extron Everlast™
power supply
— Provides worldwide power compatibility, with high‑demonstrated reliability and low power consumption for reduced operating cost