Crafting Soundscapes with Broadcast Tools 4x4 Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher

Posted on 17 December 2023

The ACS 4.4 G2 provides matrix audio switching of 4 stereo inputs to 4 stereo outputs. Matrix switching allows any/or all inputs to be assigned to any/or all outputs.

The ACS 4.4 G2 may be controlled via its front panel rotary encoder control knob and TAKE switch, contact closures, open collectors, logic and/or the multi-drop RS-232 serial port (USB or Ethernet optional). Installation is simplified with RJ45 audio jacks for input and output connections and plug-in euroblock screw terminal connectors for expansion and remote control.

Key Features

• 4×4 balanced analog stereo matrix audio switcher.
• Front panel rotary encoder control knob and separate “TAKE” push button are provided for input to output channel selection.
• 16 input “PIP” (GPI / Triggers) port (or remote control) with front panel LED indicator.
• Multi-drop RS-232 serial port (USB and/or Ethernet optional) and ASCII command set for computer/automation control.
• Three audio switching modes: Interlock, overlap, and mix.
• Internal silence sensors monitor each output and provide front panel LED silence indicators and silence alarm
• open collector outputs. Trip level, silence delay and restore duration timing are user configurable.
• Front panel stereo LED VU meters. (Output one only)
• Stereo headphone output with front panel headphone jack and level control. (Output one only)