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Matrix switcher apparatus for selectively outputting information signals in response to control signals in the form of various communication protocols

US5530434A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 25, 1995
Grant dateJun 25, 1996
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Expiry dateApr 25, 2015

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04N5/268
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A matrix switcher apparatus for selectively outputting information signals includes a first matrix switcher unit for selectively outputting an information signal according to control signals in the form of a first communication protocol, and a second matrix switcher unit for selectively outputting an information signal according to control signals in the form of a second communication protocol. The matrix switcher unit apparatus also includes a control unit having a plurality of remote control units each for generating control signals in the form of the first communication protocol in accordance with switching data input from an input unit, and a converting unit for converting control signals generated by the remote control units into control signals in the form of a second communication protocol.

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