In keeping with a tradition of innovation — the hallmark of Platinum routing systems — Harris introduces an eight-channel frame sync input card that allows up to eight wild video signals to be synchronized to house reference without the use of external frames or wiring. This optional card also will perform demultiplexing of up to 16 channels of embedded audio in each video stream, which can then be routed independently and discretely.
 
Created to support 24/7 operation, Platinum MX routing switchers are well-suited to network, local broadcaster, mobile production, cable, telco, military, government and corporate applications — any environment that requires routing of a large number of audio and video signals.

FEATURES

Mixed-signal routing (SD, HD, 3 Gb/s and audio)

• Up to 72x64 video in 5RU (up to 144x128 discrete stereo/audio)
• Up to 128x128 video in 9RU (up to 256x256 discrete stereo/audio)

All Platinum frames have independent signal paths and crosspoints for video and audio
Optional eight-channel frame sync input card for wild feed ingest and audio shuffling, as well as demultiplexing of up to 16 channels of embedded audio in each video stream
Modular I/O in groups of eight provides support for either coaxial or fiber connectivity
Front-loading, hot-swappable modules for 24/7 operation
Redundant power supplies, controllers and signal paths
Mux/demux audio processing support

• Mux/demux 16 channels of audio per video stream
• Full mono breakaway audio routing support
• Seamless integration between demultiplexed and discrete audio
• Multiplex 16 channels of audio into each video output

Enhanced control and monitoring

• Wide range of hardware control panels
• Powerful control integration for easy setup and configuraiton
• Software and web-based applications with user-configurable GUIs
• Protocol support for CCS Navigator™, SNMP and third-party vendors
• Secure access rights with restrictions by level, source and destination

Video routing support

• 1080p (3 Gb/s) signal routing (any size)
• Almost any digital video signal from 3 Mb/s to 3 Gb/s including: HD-SDI, SD-SDI, ASI, SMPTE 310, SMPTE 305, etc.
• SMPTE-compliant analog video supported via conversion to/from SD-SDI on I/O

Discrete audio routing support

• Digital audio signals including balanced and unbalanced AES
• Analog stereo/mono audio via conversion to/from AES on I/O modules
• Support for up to 16 embedded AES streams per video input
• “Quiet switch” with transitions

HView™ SX Hybrid integrated internal multiviewer

• 32 discrete PiPs per module
• Up four IP decodes in addition to baseband
• Onscreen control
• CC presence and text
• Clocks and timers
• Tallies and UMDs
• Audio meters and phase
   

PRODUCT DETAILS

World’s First True Embedded Audio Processing Router

Platinum MX combines the best of both high-bandwidth video signal routing and an internal TDM architecture to provide the world's first embedded audio infrastructure router. By providing parallel signal paths and dedicated, redundant crosspoints for both audio and video within a single frame, Platinum MX is able to demux incoming embedded audio signals internally. All audio within the frame is presented to the TDM M•A•X crosspoint, routed independently and discretely, and can be multiplexed within the router into any digital video output. Additionally, utilizing the TDM M•A•X crosspoint, Platinum can perform phase reversal, swap, sum and “quiet” breakaway switching of the audio between any discrete or embedded input, and provide gain/level adjustments on a per-channel basis. This ability to process and route both discrete and embedded audio within the Platinum frame eliminates the need for racks of external equipment and saves on space, cabling, troubleshooting and maintenance.
 
All the capabilities of a discrete audio infrastructure are now available with the straight-forward wiring of an embedded plant. System designers can now reduce the number of modules and frames, and simplify wiring and system integration tasks while providing enhanced functionality for the end user.

Enhanced Control and Monitoring

Harris router control systems make even the most complex router configuration simple and intuitive to implement and maintain. Among the powerful tools available for administering systems are low-level discovery of available hardware, allowing database creation and maintenance to be accomplished from the engineer’s desk; and automatic, wizard-based creation of logical source assignments for demulti plexed audio levels. The DB Editor interface provides access to the Platinum MX router’s distributed control architecture, which drives router frames and control surfaces without reliance on a centralized controller. Each Platinum MX frame features redundant control modules that store configuration information related to that frame in non-volatile memory, protecting your crucial configuration information and current routing status. This topology also allows control panel communication to be distributed throughout the facility, eliminating single points of failure.

Integrated Multiviewer Support

Platinum MX is the only routing system in the marketplace to offer an integrated, internal multiviewer system. HView™ SX Hybrid modules reside in the Platinum MX frame seamlessly providing multiviewer support for all inputs coming into the router. Combining superior graphics, industry-proven architecture and integrated test and measurement tools, HView SX Hybrid is a landmark development in multiviewer design and value. With multi-image processing, routing, superior graphics and an unrivaled monitoring toolkit all in one chassis, HView SX Hybrid delivers a lower-cost solution, simpler system design and a more efficient use of space for broadcast video and audio monitoring, master control rooms, broadcast trucks and events. Each multiviewer output provides up to 32 discrete PiP (picture in picture) images that are controlled from the router control system in the same way as dedicated outputs, creating a user-friendly experience that is easily understood by operators. Additionally the Hybrid Multiviewer can decode up four streams of IP video that can be viewed along with the 32 baseband signals in any layout.

Higher Reliability

Platinum MX routing frames are designed for harsh operation (including mobile truck environments) and feature front-loading, hot-swappable modules for ease of serviceability. Employing the latest technology, Platinum MX allows more functionality at lower power consumption, and is supported by redundant, load-sharing power supplies. Air-flow runs from front to back, with each fan individually replaceable without taking the system offline. For further reliability, Platinum MX I/O modules support either eight inputs or eight outputs, thereby limiting the number of signals affected by any one module. Each Platinum MX frame supports redundant control, and redundant cross-points are available in most configurations.