Utah Scientific Utah-100/UDS Distribution System
Apr 11, 2012 5:35 PM
The Utah-100/UDS Universal Distribution System from Utah Scientific combines the flexibility of a multi-rate digital routing switcher with the economy of simple distribution amplifiers for use in signal distribution applications in all types of facilities. This modular system is based on I/O modules with 16 ports, interconnected by a cross-point fabric that allows any input signal to feed any number of output ports. According to the company, the economical design of the modules makes it possible for a 4RU frame to feed up to 144 output ports at a fraction of the cost and power consumption of alternative distribution-amplifier packages—with the benefit of being able to reassign input signals to each output as operational requirements dictate. Through the use of Utah Scientific’s FLEX-I/O modular I/O system, users can select the signal format of each I/O port from a range of options including analog video; digital video over fiber or coax at any rate up to and including 3Gbps; DVI; HDMI; or IP-encapsulated DVB-ASI streams. The UDS is controlled and monitored through a built-in web interface that allows the output ports to be assigned to groups that are fed by a common input signal. External hardware control panels and virtual control via Ethernet can extend the functionality of the system to local and remote users as required. Price: NA
