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Hawthorne™ - 12x8 Stackable Component Video Matrix with Cat5 Outputs

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Color Options

silver chassis/black face

black chassis/black face

The Hawthorne is a 12 input, 8 output component video matrix switch with input pass through connections. All 12 inputs are RCA connectors for component video, while all outputs are over Cat 5e twisted pair cable capable of sending full HD video up to 1,000 feet away. The pass through connections (RCAs) are high bandwidth buffered copies of all the input signals, before the matrix switch. These pass throughs can be used to connect to an additional matrix, adding another 8 outputs. Up to 12 Hawthornes can be stacked to create a full non-blocking 12x96 matrix. The passthrough outputs are the same as the Imperial stacking matrix, so a system may also be designed to use a mixture of Imperials and Hawthornes.

The ideal application for the Hawthorne is in sports bars or similar retail environments where a large number of displays are required. Typically with these systems audio is handled separately, as you would not want 48 displays all with their own volume control. The usual installation would probably have only 4 to 8 zones of audio, therefore a separate multichannel amp system can be used.

Rear Panel View

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Features

Component video (YPbPr)
Full non-blocking matrix - all outputs can display the same signal, or different signals.
NeoTouch™ front panel - no moving parts to jam.
Multiple control inputs - RS-232, USB, IR detector (front) and wired IR (rear)
Highly visible Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD)
Full discrete power control functions
Front panel lockout and blackout
Black rack mount kit included (silver on request)
Black or silver chassis, both with black front panel
IR codes available in several formats for easy integration

Hornet Receiver Features (sold separately)

Single gang Decora style module
No local power needed - power comes from the Concord
Auto-adjusting equalizer for a quick and reliable installation
Paintable wall plate - Labels are applied after finish

Specifications

Power Inlet: IEC 320-C14
Input Voltage: 90-240VAC 50-60Hz, 40W typical
Dimensions: Width: 17” Height: 3.45” Depth 10.5” (not including removable feet)
Weight: 12 lbs
Video bandwidth through matrix section: 140MHz+ (full 1080p)
Video bandwidth pass throughs: +/- 0.8 dB over 150MHz
Video bandwidth through 6 units: +/- 1 dB over 140MHz
RS-232: 9600 baud, full two way protocol
USB: Slave device, Windows driver included - installs as virtual COM port at 9600 baud
Rear IR: 3.5mm mono jack for 5V or 12V blaster input, polarity insensitive

Hawthorne product
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Hawthorne Installer's Guide