 8 Easy Steps to MultiTasking
Off-the-Shelf Custom AV Solutions
Many audiovisual presentation systems are designed to include a collection of different stand-alone products. The ALTINEX MultiTasker ® is an alternative approach to managing signals using a compact and modular card-cage solution. Here’s an easy guide to aid you in creating your MultiTasker system:
Step 1: Identify the signal sources
Computers, DVD players, digital cameras, and microphones are just some examples of where various audiovisual signals could originate. Different signals have different qualities and requirements which need to be considered when designing your system.
Step 2: Identify the signal destinations
Monitors, projectors, displays, speakers, sound systems, and recorders are where the audiovisual signals end after they are processed and sent. Like the origination points, different destinations have requirements to be considered when designing your system.
Step 3: Identify all video formats entering and leaving the system
RGBHV, RGsB, Component video, S-video, and Composite video are all audiovisual formats that have input and output properties that need to be considered while setting up a system. See the next step for compatibility.
Step 4: Verify signal compatibility
Not all of the current input and output devices may be compatible with each other. You will need to test the compatibility first and perhaps add a scan converter or scaler to your system.
Step 5: Identify input and output connectors
Determine what the best connectors for your AV system would be; different connectors serve different purposes and could affect signal quality.
Step 6: Create a signal flow chart
This is the blueprint of your AV system and includes all of the information mapped out above. It is beneficial to see the actual signal flow chart before your system is put together, as some modules may not be compatible with others, as discussed in Step 4. It is also a good idea to keep this chart on hand for future improvements.
Step 7: Choose a user interface HOW TO CONTROL THE SYSTEM IN GENERAL
Some modules cannot communicate directly with each other, so an interface would be required to link these modules. Depending on the installation site and application, ALTINEX offers push-button control, RS232, or IP interfaces to communicate with the MultiTasker.
Step 8: Select the best MultiTasker components for your solution use AVSnap/control system
Once you’ve made your diagram and determined which of the components will best suit your application, select the appropriate ones to order from the AV blueprint created and the program. ALTINEX has designed over 100 MultiTasker cards, so the options are considerable. After the order is placed, ALTINEX will program the unit to your specifications and ship it completely finished and ready for installation at your site.
To find out more about how to design your own MultiTasker solution, call our sales or technical support staff today at 1-800-ALTINEX.
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