AV Control System

Every AV System Needs To Be Controlled!

Controlling AV equipment can be as simple as pushing a button on a remote control, selecting different security cameras, or pressing the Play button on a DVD player. More sophisticated control systems use wired or wireless touch panels, remote computer systems, personal computers, or dedicated control processors. These devices are programmed to communicate with AV system components—requesting equipment and signal status, sending commands to select channels, adjusting air condition systems, activating alarms, as well as sending notification to system administrators and updating the visual status on user interface panels.

Most control systems have their own command language, but will import or "learn" command sets from AV equipment. System controllers usually communicate with AV equipment via RS-232, USB, or TCP/IP protocols, utilizing RF, IR, or wired connections. Altinex has offered MultiTasker®-based control solutions for many years. Now, by combining our powerful Multitasker hardware platform with the intuitive Graphical User Interface provided by our AVSnap® design software and the newly released MutiTouch™ Panels, we have created an unbeatable trio for your next AV system design.

AVSnap-AV Control System

AVSnap is an integral part of the Altinex Control System Solution. AVSnap, an AV system design application, offers robust tools for developing a functional Graphical User Interface and includes powerful editing and programming features. AVSnap software is easy to learn and easy to understand. The simple programming language enables even novice users to start programming within 10 minutes. AVSnap comes with a wide range of design samples that enable AV professionals to quickly design a well functioning user interface. With the built-in program editor and real time communication monitor, it is easy to program, troubleshoot, and deploy user interface solutions.

Take a free test drive and download AVSnap from www.avsnap.com to see how easy it is to start developing control solutions. Best of all, whatever application you develop, it will feel at home on any PC or Altinex MultiTouch control panel.

Sample Graphical User Interface

The MultiTasker Modular AV System—Getting Connected with Hardware

The MultiTasker product line is a modular, card-based, and freely configurable AV system with over 70 available plug-in cards. Our approach to AV system design provides simplicity of installation and flexibility during the design process. Whether it is a switcher, router, IR control, or audio amplifier, our MultiTasker provides a powerful and cost effective solution that integrates many functions into a simple, one enclosure component. And benefits to not stop there: single enclosure - means single power cord, single control point - means only one RS-232 port is required, card based solutions – means easy to service, Software, hardware and user interface – means a complete solution.

MultiTasker based matrix switchers (routers) enable unlimited matrix configurations as small as 4 x 4 or as large as 64 x 64. MultiTasker matrix switchers are available in many signal formats including: composite video, S-Video, HDTV/component video, VGA, Twisted Pairs, as well as mono and stereo audio. Additionally, custom configurations are available to accommodate any available video and audio formats. For those really big projects, MultiTasker matrix switchers can be cascaded in any combination up to 128 x 128—ensuring more than enough capacity for the most ambitious systems.

With a wide assortment of enclosures to house the MultiTasker I/O cards, simple programming language, and full Graphical User Interface design system, the Altinex MultiTasker system offers the versatility today’s systems designers demand.

End User System Control—More Than Just a Pretty Face!

Regardless of an AV system's size, there are always two primary concerns: (1) the system must function as specified, and (2) it must be easy to operate. Rest assured, at Altinex, we’ve got the bases covered. Altinex MultiTouch™ touch screen panels are the perfect choice for controlling today’s sophisticated AV systems. With seven models designed to fit every installation, their hi-tech look compliments today’s meeting/presentation spaces.

Featuring RS-232, network, and USB ports plus built in wireless network access and Bluetooth, they offer the connectivity required for intuitive, effortless system control. Of equal significance, the MultiTouch panels are a breeze to program using the AVSnap system design and control software.

Whether you need to control VCRs, DVDs, Plasma displays, projectors, or audio amplifiers, rely on AVSnap, our MultiTouch panels, and MultiTasker matrix switchers to do the job right. From system design to the final user interface, AVSnap will be your best partner in making your dreams reality.