IN1508 Retired

Eight Input Scaling Presentation Switcher with PIP

Key Features

Integrates DVI, analog video, and audio sources into presentation systems
PIP - picture-in-picture
Seamless switching
On-screen display
Selectable output rates from 640x480 to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60
Audio switching with input gain and attenuation

Model	Version Description	Part #
IN1508	Scaling Presentation Switcher with PIP	60-569-01	Retired

This product has been retired.

The Extron IN1508 is an eight input, AV presentation switcher that accepts and scales a wide range of video signals to a common, high resolution output rate. It can accommodate two composite video, two S-video, one standard or high definition component video, one DVI-D, and two RGB computer-video sources. Eight input stereo audio switching is also provided with independent gain and attenuation control. The ability to accept multiple inputs of varying formats along with many other convenient and useful features make the IN1508 a true presentation switcher that is an ideal centerpiece for mid-sized AV systems.

The IN1508 features a high performance scaling engine with the ability to scale standard definition video, high definition video, and computer-video signals up or down in resolution. With the IN1508, only a single RGBHV connection to the display is required, resulting in cost savings due to reduced installation time, cabling, and system programming. The IN1508 outputs RGB or component video output with selectable output rates from VGA (640x480) to WUXGA (1920x1200) resolution, as well as HDTV at 720p, 1080i, and 1080p/60.

For more enhanced, professional presentations, the IN1508 includes seamless switching between video and RGB inputs with selectable cut or fade to black transitions. The IN1508 also features a PIP picture-in-picture mode that allows a video source and an RGB source to be shown on one display. Several PIP presets are available, including side-by-side windows, and the PIP window can be dynamically positioned anywhere in the image.

The IN1508 is equipped for integrator friendly access and configuration, as well as user friendly operation via the front panel, RS-232, and the included IR 903 infrared remote control. An on-screen display facilitates easy menu navigation as well as display of operational information pertaining to the selected input and system settings. The IN1508 is housed in a 1U, full rack width enclosure and can easily be integrated into many environments.

Features

Integrates DVI, analog video, and audio sources into presentation systems — The IN1508 provides centralized switching for a wide range of AV sources.

Inputs: Two composite video on BNC, two S-video on 4-pin mini DIN, HD/SD component video on BNCs, DVI-D, and two RGBHV on 15-pin HD; stereo audio for each input on RCAs or 3.5 mm mini jack

Outputs: Scaled RGB or HD component video on 15-pin HD; stereo audio output on RCAs, stereo balanced/unbalanced audio output on captive screw connector

DVI, RGB, HDTV, and standard definition video upscaling and downscaling — DVI, RGB computer-video, high definition video, and standard definition video sources can all be scaled to the desired output resolution. The IN1508 features an advanced scaling engine with high quality upscaling and downscaling of high resolution computer-video signals.

PIP - picture-in-picture — Allows a video source to be displayed within an RGB image, or vice versa. Six preprogrammed PIP window options are available, including side-by-side windows, with dynamic, fully adjustable window positioning. Audio follow can be set for either the main or PIP window.

Seamless switching — Switching is seamless between RGB and video inputs with selectable cut or fade to black transitions. Presentations can be enhanced by eliminating distracting visual jumps, glitches, and distortion commonly seen when switching between computer and video sources.

On-screen display — The IN1508 features an on-screen display which facilitates easy menu navigation for setup and operation, as well as display of information pertaining to the selected input and system settings.

Selectable output rates from 640x480 to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 — Available output rates include computer-video up to WUXGA, 480p, 576p, and HDTV rates at 720p, 1080i, and 1080p/60.

EDID Emulation provides selectable resolutions and refresh rates to ensure reliable operation — The IN1508 provides a means for specifying the rate of the incoming signal, ensuring proper communication with the video source.

RGB or HD component video output

Internal video test patterns for calibration and setup — The unit offers several video test patterns to facilitate proper system setup and calibration of display devices.

Auto-Image™ setup — When activated, the unit automatically optimizes the image by analyzing and adjusting to the video input signal from inputs 6 and 7. This can save time and effort in setting up a newly connected source, particularly in presentation environments where different guest presenter laptops with various output resolutions will be connected.

Audio switching with input gain and attenuation — The IN1508 features stereo audio switching for each input source. Gain or attenuation can be adjusted for each input. Audio is output as balanced or unbalanced with output volume control.

Output Standby Mode — The unit can be set to automatically mute video and sync output to the display device when no active input signal is detected. This allows the projector or flat-panel display to automatically enter into standby mode to save energy and enhance lamp or panel life.

Picture controls for brightness, contrast, color, tint, detail, and horizontal and vertical positioning, sizing, and zoom

Aspect ratio conversion — Any video input can be adjusted horizontally and vertically to meet a specific aspect ratio requirement. Alternatively, the input aspect ratio may be specified as 4:3 or 16:9 and fixed.

Front panel security lockout — This feature locks out all front panel functions except for input selection; all functions however, are available through RS-232 control.

3:2 NTSC and 2:2 PAL pulldown detection — Advanced film mode processing techniques help maximize image detail and sharpness for NTSC or PAL sources that originated from film.

Quad standard video decoding — A digital, four-line adaptive comb filter provides decoding of NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, and SECAM for integration into systems worldwide.

IR remote control — The included Extron IR 903 handheld remote control allows for input source switching, picture-in-picture, and direct access to picture adjustments.

RS-232 control port — Using serial commands, the IN1508 can be controlled and configured via an Extron MLC - MediaLink® Controller, or integrated into a control system.

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

Extron Everlast Power Supply is covered by a 7‑year parts and labor warranty

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
	MBD 149	1U, Full Rack Width, Rack Mount and Through-Desk Kit for Four-Piece Enclosure	70-077-03

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

MBD 149

1U, Full Rack Width, Rack Mount and Through-Desk Kit for Four-Piece Enclosure

70-077-03

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
	UTM 100 Series	Under Table Mounts for 1U and 2U Full Rack Width Products
	MBU 149	Low-Profile Mount Kit for Full Rack Width, Four-Piece Enclosures
	MLC 226 IP	Enhanced MediaLink Controller with Ethernet Control

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

UTM 100 Series

Under Table Mounts for 1U and 2U Full Rack Width Products

MBU 149

Low-Profile Mount Kit for Full Rack Width, Four-Piece Enclosures

MLC 226 IP

Enhanced MediaLink Controller with Ethernet Control

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	DSC HD-3G A	HDMI to 3G-SDI Scaler with Audio Embedding
	DSC HD-HD 4K PLUS A	HDMI to HDMI 4K/60 Scalers with Audio Embedding and De‑Embedding
	DVS 605	Five Input HDCP-Compliant Scaler with Seamless Switching
	IN1604	Four Input HDCP-Compliant Scaler
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	IN1804 Series	Four Input 4K/60 Seamless Scaling Switchers
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	RGB-HDMI 300 A	RGB and Stereo Audio to HDMI Scaler

SIMILAR PRODUCTS

DSC 301 HD

Three Input Compact HDCP-Compliant Video Scaler

DSC 3G-HD A

3G-SDI to HDMI Scaler with Audio Embedding

DSC 401

4K/60 HDMI to HDMI Scalers

DSC HD-3G A

HDMI to 3G-SDI Scaler with Audio Embedding

DSC HD-HD 4K PLUS A

HDMI to HDMI 4K/60 Scalers with Audio Embedding and De‑Embedding

DVS 605

Five Input HDCP-Compliant Scaler with Seamless Switching

IN1604

Four Input HDCP-Compliant Scaler

IN1606

Six Input HDCP-Compliant Scaling Presentation Switcher

IN1608 xi

Eight Input HDCP-Compliant Scaling Presentation Switcher with DTP Extension

IN1804 Series

Four Input 4K/60 Seamless Scaling Switchers

IN1806

Six Input 4K/60 Seamless Presentation Switcher

IN1808 Series

Eight Input 4K/60 Seamless Presentation Switchers

RGB-HDMI 300 A

RGB and Stereo Audio to HDMI Scaler

Specifications

IN1508

Video input

Number/signal type

2 composite video
2 S-video
1 component video (interlaced, progressive, or HDTV)
2 RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB
1 DVI-D digital video (single link)

Connectors

2 female BNC (composite video)
2 female 4-pin mini DIN (S-video)
3 female BNC (component video)
2 female 15-pin HD (RGB)
1 DVI female (DVI-I)

Nominal level

1 Vp-p for Y of component video and S-video, and for composite video
0.7 Vp-p for RGB and for R-Y and B-Y of component video
0.3 Vp-p for C of S-video

Minimum/maximum levels

0 V to 1.0 Vp-p with no offset

Impedance

75 ohms

Horizontal frequency

24 kHz to 100 kHz

Vertical frequency

50 Hz to 120 Hz

Resolution range

640 x 480 to 1920 x 1200, 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p

Return loss

<-27 dB @ 5 MHz

DC offset (max. allowable)

0.5 V

Video processing

Encoder

9 bit digital

Decoder

10 bit digital

Digital sampling

24 bit, 8 bits per color; 13.5 MHz standard (video), 194 MHz standard (RGB)

Colors

16.78 million

Video output

Number/signal type

Scaled RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB; Y, R-Y, B-Y

Connectors

1 female 15-pin HD

Nominal level

1 Vp-p for Y of component video and for G of RGsB
0.7 Vp-p for RGB and for R-Y and B-Y of component video

Minimum/maximum levels

0 V to 1.0 Vp-p

Impedance

75 ohms

Vertical frequency

24 Hz, 50 Hz, 59.94 Hz, 60 Hz, or 75 Hz, depending on selected output resolution

Scaled resolution

640x480^1,2,3, 800x600^1,2,3, 852x480^1,2, 1024x768^1,2,3, 1024x852^1,2,3, 1024x1024^1,2,3, 1280x768², 1280x800^1,2, 1280x1024^1,2,3, 1366x768^1,2,3, 1365x1024^1,2,3, 1400x1050^1,2, 1440x900^2,3, 1600x1200^1,2, 1680x1050², 480p^2,4, 576p¹, 720p^1,2,4, 1080i^1,2,4, 1080p^1,2,3,4, 1080p Sharp², 1920x1200², 1080p CVT²
¹ = at 50 Hz, ² = at 60 Hz, ³ = at 75 Hz (24 Hz for 1080p); ⁴ = 59.94 Hz

Return loss

-21 dB @ 5 MHz

DC offset

±300 mV maximum with input at 0 offset

Sync

Input type

RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, bi-level or tri-level component video

Output type

RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB; Y, R-Y, B-Y (tri-level)

Standards

NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, SECAM

Input level

2.75 V to 5.0 Vp-p for RGBHV or RGBS
0.6 Vp-p for component video tri-level sync
0.3 Vp-p for component video bi-level sync or RGsB

Output level

TTL: 5.0 Vp-p, unterminated

Input impedance

1k ohms

Output impedance

45 ohms

Max. input voltage

5V p-p

Polarity

Positive or negative (selectable)

Audio

Gain

Unbalanced output: 0 dB; balanced output: +6 dB

Frequency response

20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±1.7 dB

THD + Noise

0.03% @ 1 kHz at nominal level, 0 dB gain

S/N

>90 dB at rated maximum output

Crosstalk

<-70 dB @ 1 kHz

Stereo channel separation

>84 dB @ 1 kHz

Audio input

Number/signal type

8 stereo, unbalanced

Connectors

5 pairs of RCA (tip-ring) jacks
(3) 3.5 mm mini stereo (tip-ring-sleeve) jacks

Impedance

>10k ohms unbalanced, DC coupled

Nominal level

+4 dBu (1.23 Vrms), -10 dBV (316 mVrms)

Maximum level

+10.4 dBu, (unbalanced) at 1% THD+N

Input gain adjustment

-65 dBu to +9 dBu, adjustable per input

NOTE	0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms, 0 dBV = 1 Vrms, 0 dBV ≈ 2 dBu

Audio output

Number/signal type

1 stereo, unbalanced
1 stereo, balanced/unbalanced

Connectors

1 pair of RCA (tip-ring) jacks
(1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5 pole

Impedance

50 ohms unbalanced, 100 ohms balanced

Gain error

±0.1 dB channel to channel

Maximum level (Hi-Z)

>+16 dBu, balanced at 1% THD+N
>+10 dBu, unbalanced at 1% THD+N

Maximum level (600 ohm)

>+10 dBu, balanced at 1% THD+N
>+7 dBu, unbalanced at 1% THD+N

Control/remote — decoder/scaler

Serial control port

RS-232, female 9-pin D connector

Baud rate and protocol

9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity

Serial control pin configurations

2 = Tx, 3 = Rx, 5 = GND

IR controller module

IR 903 Remote Control

Program control

Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS^™)

General

Power

100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 30 watts, internal

Ambient temperature/humidity

Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing
Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to +50 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing

Cooling

Convection, sides to top

Mounting

Rack mount

Yes, with included brackets

Enclosure type

Metal

Enclosure dimensions

1.75" H x 17.5" W x 8.5" D (1U high, full rack wide)
(4.4 cm H x 44.4 cm W x 21.6 cm D)
(Depth excludes connectors and knobs. Width excludes rack ears.)

Product weight

3.9 lbs (1.8 kg)

Shipping weight

8 lbs (4 kg)

DIM weight

USA/Canada

10 lbs (5 kg)

International

11 lbs (5 kg)

Vibration

ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)

Regulatory compliance

Safety

CE, c-UL, UL

EMI/EMC

CE, C-tick, FCC Class A, ICES, VCCI

Product warranty

3 years parts and labor

Everlast power supply warranty

7 years parts and labor

NOTE	All nominal levels are at ±10%.

NOTE	Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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IN1508 Retired

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