Barco unveils series of advanced video processing and presentation control systems

Barco India has introduced the PDS-4K presentation switcher, developed to meet audience requirements for high-quality image processing and fast seamless switching. The PDS-4K brings Barco’s expertise from the rental and events industry into the workplace, for the first time. It is an ideal fit for mid-sized live shows, corporate presentations in larger meeting spaces, multi-purpose auditoriums and boardrooms.

Barco’s latest generation PDS includes eight 4K inputs and two 4K fully seamless mixing program outputs, designed to deliver all content as intended. The modular and scalable architecture supports a wide variety of show configurations.

The new generation PDS relies on the power of the tried and trusted Event Master processing product line. The PDS-4K incorporates the Athena scaling technology for stress-free scaling and seamless mixing performance. It is built with a flexible principle, ensuring expandability and future-proof upgradability. The new presentation switcher is seen filling the dark hole of 4K processing for smaller rooms and will be a game changer for the corporate and live event industries. 

Rajiv Bhalla, Managing Director, Barco India says, “It is essential that enterprises invest in innovative solutions that increase the productivity and engagement of their workforce. Barco has a leadership position in the workplace collaboration and live events space, and with PDS-4K, we are offering enterprises, as well as live show platforms, a seamless solution for high-end switching between the legacy HD sources and the newest 4K devices, with premium video capabilities.”

Guaranteeing unsurpassed performances and outstanding visual experience, PDS-4K offers users simplicity, intuitive ease-of-use, and complete convenience. The switcher is compatible with all Barco visualization and collaboration solutions like LED, LCD, projection, and ClickShare, and enables smooth integration without compromising on video quality. PDS-4K can also be combined with the Event Master Toolset, Barco Overture, or other third- party control panels.

The presentation switcher can also be combined with Barco ClickShare devices, installed in over 750,000 meeting and boardrooms worldwide, for flawless presentations. The easy-to-operate full-screen presentation switcher brings the best visual experiences for boardrooms, lobby, and auditorium, sure to impress and have a lasting impact.