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Make the Switch! A Convenient Solution for Your Multi-Display Needs

Keeping track of that cord can be tough- as workspaces, homes, and markets grow increasingly reliant on audio and video technology to provide comprehensive user experiences, sending the right signals often becomes a chore. Nothing is more confounding than sifting through a tangle of wires. Luckily, there is an economical and reliable solution: multi-display matrix routing switches.

What is a Matrix Switch?

Video matrix switches are hardware products specifically designed to route multiple input A/V signals to various displays with organized ease. Built with a varying amount of ports, the matrix will connect devices seamlessly between any input and output on the box. Furthermore, matrices can connect with one another to create even more expansive and powerful matrix systems, providing order to even the most complex multi-display set-ups.
As more environments incorporate digital A/V devices into their routines, keeping signals structured and manageable with matrix systems is critical for success. Thanks to matrix systems, multimedia and information get where they need to go with efficient and effective results.

Do You Need a Matrix Switch?

As the need for multi-display routing increases, the applications for matrix switching grow every day. Control rooms, airports, security centers, shopping complexes, hotels, presentation spaces, and more utilize matrix switches to better control and operate multiple devices remotely and effortlessly.
Seamlessly linking digital media devices has a practical appeal in casual spaces, as well. Home entertainment systems and personal offices incorporate multiple signal sources from a wide array of connecting devices. A matrix can simplify signal traffic and digital interactions in a way anyone will understand. Matrix switches are useful in any situation, from strictly business to straight-up fun. Just plug it in and get going!

How does it work?

Utilizing multiple input and output ports, a matrix switch connects devices to any display with control and convenience. Hardwired sources can display on any of the matrix’s outputs, and are interchangeable based on the individual preference of the user. There are a variety of control methods for matrices, including front panel buttons, remote controls, and even TCP/IP support via web browsers. Set-ups are completely customizable, meaning you can control the flow of information the way you want, when you want.
Matrix switches can interconnect and link together without hassle, meaning your setup is secure and organized regardless of how complex it may seem. Whether you’re linking two devices or twenty-two, matrix systems are always working to simplify your multi-device needs.

SmartAVI, an American Pro A/V company, offers a wide range of matrix routing solutions designed for users who have no technical training. Products range from basic plug-and-play hardware to highly customizable PC-based, software-run systems. SmartAVI tailors its matrix routing solutions specifically to the needs of each customer.

Find out more at http://smartavi.com/products/matrix/hdmi-matrix/hdr-8×8-plus.html


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Come Visit SmartAVI at NAB2015!

NAB2015_300x94pxIt’s that time of year again, when a huge selection of broadcasters, tech companies and A/V solutions providers flock to Las Vegas for NAB, the National Association of Broadcasters conference! As usual, SmartAVI will be at NAB with our newest products and technological developments. Our helpful sales and tech team members will be there to answer any questions you may have. You can find us at booth SU13213, located in the upper south hall of the Las Vegas Convention center. The fun starts Monday, April 13th.  Click here for all the details. See you in Vegas!


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The Atlantis Space Shuttle Experience, with SmartAVI Gear!

Fiber Optic Extenders by SmartAVI in the Atlantic Space Shuttle ExperienceIf you caught this month’s Sound & Communication Magazine, then you probably saw their interesting piece on the Atlantis Space Shuttle Experience. Astute readers out there saw that this unique and exciting exhibit included more than a dozen SmartAVI fiber optic extenders! We are very excited to be included in the Atlantis Space Shuttle Experience and in the S&C piece. Be sure to read the story, and don’t forget to check out our site to learn more about our fiber optic extenders and, more specifically, our fiber optic DVI extenders. These extenders are a critical component of this installation because they can deliver uncompressed signals over very long distances with secure connections. Contact us today to get started on your fiber optic extender solution today!


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EZWall-Pro: Highly Flexible Video Wall Hardware Solution

EZWall-ProIntroducing the EZWall-Pro from SmartAVI – a highly flexible, multi-format video wall processor with a variety of supported inputs and unique display configurations. This user-friendly video wall controller supports inputs like HDMI, VGA, S-Video, Composite and Y/Pb/Pr, along with a built-in USB media player. With four single-link DVI outputs, the EZWall-Pro displays any input source at its highest resolution.

The control functions on the EZWall-Pro provide users with the flexibility to get the most out of their content and their screens. While many users will employ this unit for its “Wall Mode” (one image stretched across the four screens), others will find the alternate layout options to be a better fit for their needs. Users can manage these options in real time with the device’s intuitive On Screen Display (OSD) and front panel switches. Controlling the unit remotely via Ethernet, RS-232 and IR is supported, as well.
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SmartAVI Announces GSA Approval

SmartAVI Now GSA ApprovedCalifornia-based electronics manufacturer SmartAVI is proud to announce that we have finalized the process to become GSA (General Services Administration) approved. This important approval enhances our ability to offer our solutions to those operating under GSA guidelines.

Furthermore, SmartAVI is dedicating additional resources to the development of highly secure products, as well as solutions specifically designed for government and defense agencies. Please contact us to learn more about how our GSA approval fits with your needs. For more information about GSA, visit their website at www.gsa.gov.