Overview

PathWay® Model 7908 10-Channel A/B/OFFLINE Multi-Interface Switch:
(3) 4-Pin 3.5mm Audio, (3) RJ45 Cat5e, (3) HDMI Video and (1) 120 Volts Power A/B/OFFLINE Switch with RS232 Remote, PoE Interface
- Quickly and easily switch all ten channels (Data, Audio, Video and Power) simultaneously!
- Ideal for conference room applications that require switching video cameras to codec or display units.
- Ideal for conference room applications that employ smart cameras having an HDMI Video Channel, an Ethernet port to control camera movement, an audio port for integrated sound.
SPECIFICATIONS:
- PORT CONNECTORS: (9) RJ45 Cat5e female connectors; three labeled A, B, and COMMON for each channel. (9) 4-Pin 3.5mm connectors; three labeled A, B, and COMMON for each channel. (9) HDMI connectors; three labeled A, B, and COMMON for each channel. (2) AC Socket (F) A/B/C Signal ports. (1) IEC C14 (M) Common Signal port.
- FRONT PANEL CONTROL: (2) manual pushbuttons allow local A/B switching of operating channels and online/offline status.
- DISPLAY: (4) Front panel LED's display switch position and Online/Offline status. Indicates power status for the A/B ports. (2) Red LEDs display switch position, (1) Green LED displays Online status, and (1) Amber LED displays Offline status.
- REMOTE PORT: (1) DB9 female connector on rear panel accepts RS232 Serial Data for Remote Control operation.
- POWER: UL approved wall mount 100VAC-240VAC, 50Hz-60Hz power module supplies 12 VDC, 500 mA to the unit. Has 2-prong, US, non-polarized plug.
- DIMENSIONS: 19.0"W x 5.2"H x 10.3"D (48.3 x 8.9 x 26.0 cm).
- WEIGHT: Approx. 9.1 lbs. (4.2 kg).
PathWay® Model 7908 10-Channel A/B/OFFLINE Multi-Interface Switch Application Diagram:
The drawing illustrates the operation of the 10 channels of the M7908:

FEATURES:
- Simultaneously switch all ten channels between A, B, and Online/Offline positions locally via front panel pushbuttons.
- The Online/Offline status of all channels can be switched simultaneously via front panel pushbutton control.
- The switch ports are transparent to all data.
- All (8) pins of the RJ45 Data interface are switched via break-before-make electromechanical relays.
- All (4) leads of the 4-Pin 3.5mm Audio interface are switched via break-before-make electromechanical relays.
- All (19) pins of the HDMI Video Interface are switched via break-before-make electromechanical relays.
- IEC C14 male connector port for the COMMON port.
- COMMON port is power in.
- AC Socket for A and B ports.
- Contacts rated for 120 VAC 10A current (Non-inductive load).
- Power only on the port selected, with no power going to the non-selected port.
- The unit maintains last set position on power loss and continues to pass data for the 3.5mm Audio and Rj45 Cat5e ports.
- Upon power loss, the HDMI Video Channels remain in present position, but shuts down and does not pass signals.
- Upon power return, the switch will remain in the OFFLINE position and will not allow data or switch power to pass.
- Front Panel pushbutton control.
- Remote RS232 ASCII commands that allow the user to control switch position, lockout front panel operations, obtain status, query firmware version number, query serial number, and enable/disable autosend of switch positions.
- Simultaneous control of channels.
- Front panel LED's display the present position and power status.
- Certified for Cat 5e compliance.
- Certified for POE 802.3af & 802.3at compliance.
- HDMI supports 1080p.
The PathWay® Model 7908 10-Channel (3) RJ45 Cat5e POE 802.3af & 802.3at Compliant, (3) 4-Pin 3.5mm, (3) HDMI A/B/Offline Switch, and 120 Volts A/B/Offline Switch with RS-232 Remote allows the user the capability of sharing a single port RJ45 Cat5e, 3.5mm, HDMI and/or 120 Volts interface device, connected to the "COMMON" port, among two other devices, connected to the 'A" and "B" ports. The Online/Offline status of all channels can be switched simultaneously via front panel pushbutton control. The Model 7908 is enclosed in a 3U, full rack size, all metal, black chassis designed to provide EMI/RFI shielding and fit in a standard 19" rack.
The Model 7908 may be controlled manually via front panel pushbuttons or remotely from an RS-232 Serial port located on the rear of the unit.
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