PIP 444 Retired

Four Window Video Picture-in-Picture Processor

Key Features

Four window simultaneous display
Three-way video transcoding with simultaneous output of standard definition component video, S-video, and composite video
20 memory presets for saving and recalling window configurations
Window transition effects including cut, dissolve, and wipe
Customizable background and border colors
Picture-in-picture window controls for positioning, sizing, zoom, and overlay priority

Model	Version Description	Part #
PIP 444	Four Window Video PIP Processor	60-606-01	Retired

This product has been retired.

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

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

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Specifications

PIP 444, PIP 422

Video

Gain

Unity

Differential phase error

1.5° at 3.58 MHz and 4.43 MHz

Differential gain error

1.5% at 3.58 MHz and 4.43 MHz

Video input and loop through

Number/signal type

PIP 444

4 component video, S-video, composite video inputs
4 identical, buffered loop-throughs

PIP 422

2 component video, S-video, composite video inputs
2 identical, buffered loop-throughs

Connectors

PIP 444

4 x 3 female BNC for inputs
4 x 3 female BNC for loop-throughs

PIP 422

2 x 3 female BNC for inputs
2 x 3 female BNC for loop-throughs

Nominal level

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

Minimum/maximum levels

0.3 V to 2.0 V p-p with no offset

Impedance

75 ohms

Horizontal/vertical frequency

NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, SECAM

Resolution range

NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, SECAM

Return loss

<-30 dB @ 5 MHz

DC offset (min./max.)

-0.3 V to +1.3 V

External sync (genlock)

0.3 V to 1.0 Vp-p

Video processing

Encoder

10 bit digital

Digital sampling

24 bit, 8 bits per color; 80 MHz standard

Colors

16.8 million

Anti-aliasing filtering

5 levels: 0 (off), 1, 2, 3, auto (which uses 0-3)

Detail filtering

16 levels: 0-7, 8 (no filtering), 9-15

Video output

Number/signal type

1 component video
1 S-video
1 composite video

Connectors

3 female BNC for component video
2 female BNC for S-video
1 female BNC for composite video

Nominal level

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

Minimum/maximum levels

0.0 V to 1.0 Vp-p

Impedance

75 ohms

DC offset

350 ±25 mV (max.) with input at 0 offset (for Y of component and S-video and for composite video)
650 ±25 mV (max.) with input at 0 offset (for R-Y and B-Y of component video and for C of S-video)

Sync

Genlock connectors

PIP 444

1 BNC female for genlock input
1 BNC female for genlock output (terminate with 75 ohms if unused)

Standards

Input

NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, SECAM

Output

NTSC 3.58, PAL

Control/remote — processor

Serial control port

RS-232 or RS-422, 9-pin female D connector

Baud rate and protocol

115200, 38400, 19200, or 9600 (default) baud (configurable); 8 data bits; 1 stop bit; no parity

Serial control pin configurations

RS-232: 2 = TX, 3 = RX, 5 = GND
RS-422: 2 = TX-, 3 = RX-, 5 = GND, 7 = Rx+, 8 = Tx+

Program control

Extron's control/configuration program for Windows^®
Extron's Simple Instruction Set (SIS^™)

General

Power

100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 10 watts, internal, autoswitchable

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

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

7.0 lbs (3.2 kg)

Shipping weight

10 lbs (5 kg)

Vibration

ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)

Listings

UL, CUL

Compliances

CE, FCC Class A, VCCI, AS/NZS, ICES

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.

(7.51-091505-D3)

PIP 444 Retired

Features

Specifications

Diagram

Panel Drawing