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LASSEN

Ultra-Compact

Routing for

Broadcast & Post-

Production

The Lassen family of video and audio routing switchers provides the formats and features you need in the compact frame size your facility requires. You get composite video and balanced stereo audio routing, Sierra’s front panel Qwik

Adjust Knob™ rotary control interface, and many other advanced features standard in every Lassen router. Our

L a s s e n routers are an ideal part of live-to-air and post-production facilities, remote trucks, and corporate, scientific, military and educational installations.

If you need full production capabilities in a small production space, Lassen is the perfect routing switcher for your installation.

Features

• Space and cost saving compact design

• Adjustable audio gain and attenuation with no zipper effect

• Qwik Adjust Knob™ with LED display and

RS-232 control options

• Convenient "Phoenix" style audio connectors

• Interface capability with other Sierra router frames such as Shasta, Tahoe and

Yosemite

Heavy Duty Routing in Space and

Cost Saving Sizes

Lassen routers are up to 50% smaller than their legacy counterparts in the

Classic Sierra family. 32 inputs and 32 outputs of video and audio fit into a desirable 3RU frame with BNC connectors and Phoenix style audio connectors for easy installation. The 12 Series and

16 Series are a mere 2RU.

• Ability to select from our SCP line of advanced, programmable control panels

• RS-232/422 Serial Control Standard on all models

Flexible Control Options

The entire Lassen family of routers has extremely flexible control options. Each unit comes with a front panel LED and our Qwik Adjust Knob™ rotary control interface. All models also come with an RS-232 and RS-422 serial interface supported by all major third party control systems.

Input and Output Audio Level Control

Every Lassen router offers a very wide range of audio attenuation and audio gain control as well as audio mute control.

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LASSEN

Lassen units provide audio input level adjustment from -10dB to 0dB in .5dB

steps and 0dB to +20.5dB in 1dB steps.

Lassen models employ a zero crossover chip technology which eliminates the annoying digital step affect or "zipper effect" often associated with digital volume controls. The audio option on all models works in mixed or unbalanced environments as well.

additional format levels, or additional format levels can be added to a Master

Lassen switcher. Lassen models can be linked to any Sierra Video Systems SCP

Series control panel for ultimate control of any size broadcast system.

Room for Expansion

For existing or expanding facilities, Lassen is designed to connect with other Sierra

Video Systems router families. Before the Lassen Series, it was impractical to connect our small RS-422 machine control router to some of our smaller routers. The Lassen line makes that possible. Lassen can perform as either

Master or Slave in your control system: the router can be inserted into an existing Sierra routing system providing

Signal routing has never been more compact or powerful

The Lassen family of routing switchers from Sierra Video Systems offers compact design, advanced features, and more control options than ever before from Sierra Video Systems. It is the ideal choice for demanding broadcast and post-production professionals.

Standard Configurations:

3232VS

3216VS

1616VS

1608VS

1212VS

1208VS


SIERRA PRO

High Bandwidth

Routing Switchers for Demanding

Presentation

Environments

The Sierra PRO family of RGBHV analog video and audio routing switchers offers a wide variety of level options to meet y o u r s p e c i f i c p r e s e n t a t i o n n e e d s .

Designed exclusively for use in the most demanding professional presentation environments, these high-bandwidth

2 channel (Y / C), 3 channel (YUV / RGsB),

4 channel (RGBS), or 5 channel (RGBHV) video and stereo audio routers are a t t r a c t i v e l y p a c k a g e d i n compact, easy-to-use frames. Sierra PRO routers can even be ordered preconfigured with

5 video boards for multiple format use in one frame. And, in our 32 series routers the boards can be swapped by the user for post sale configuration in the field. Advanced features distance the

Sierra PRO family from the competition.

Features:

• RGBHV and stereo audio in one frame

• 400 MHz bandwidth at -3dB with very low crosstalk

• Up to and exceeding 1600 x 1200 @ 75Hz resolution capability

• Matrix Mapping Universal BreakAway™ switching

• Adjustable audio gain and attenuation with no zipper effect

• Balanced or unbalanced audio and removable screw terminal connectorsl

• Video Follow Sync™ switching

• Room Grouping of inputs for flexible configuration in multi room applications

• Multiple signal types in the same frame

(Composite, S-Video, RGBHV, and Audio)

• Selectable Input Impedance

• Plug-in Boards for flexible frame signal configuration by the factory

• Color coded rear panel

• Qwik Adjust Knob™ with LCD display and

RS-232 control options

• Full range of remote control panels available

• Redundant power supplies available

Configurable – Compact – Attractive

Sierra PRO routers are very compact with the customizable level options necessary for truly flexible signal routing.

Any Sierra PRO router can be ordered with 2, 3, 4 or 5 video channels and with or without mono or balanced stereo audio.

Sierra offers a preconfigured solution for whatever signal type your application requires.The balanced stereo audio option is included in the product frame for models up to 16x16 in size. For models above 16x16, a companion box is required to house this audio option. The audio option on all models also works in mixed or unbalanced environments.

Matrix Mapping Universal

BreakAway Switching

The Sierra PRO family boasts a truly unique feature we call Matrix Mapping

Universal BreakAway Switching that offers independent level switching for every video, sync and audio board installed in a

Sierra PRO frame, making them multilevel, single frame routing switchers.


SIERRA PRO

With Matrix Mapping Universal Break-

Away switching, connecting a Y/C source to input one doesn’t mean input one is used up as with our competitors’ routers.

In a 3-video board configuration, you can still add a composite video source to input one and switch it independently from the Y/C source. In a 5-video board configuration, add a component video signal to input one and switch it independently from the Y/C on input one. The options are endless and the savings are tremendous.

Input and Output Audio Level Control

Every Sierra PRO offers a very wide range of audio attenuation and audio gain control as well as audio mute control. Sierra PRO units provide audio input level adjustment from -10dB to

0dB in .5dB steps and 0dB to +20.5dB

in 1dB steps. Sierra PRO models do not have the annoying digital step effect or

“zipper effect” often associated with digital volume controls.

Feature Rich

Each Sierra PRO unit comes with a front panel LED and the Sierra Qwik Adjust

Knob™ rotary control interface that makes front panel control a breeze. All models come with an RS-232 serial interface supported by all major third party control systems, and a full range of remote control panels available. With

Sierra PRO’s Video Follow Sync™ switching, the RGB signals are set to black while the display device locks onto the new incoming H&V rate. This duration of black is independently adjustable for each output with a range of 0 to 10 seconds in half second increments.

Additionally, Sierra PRO routers can be divided vertically allowing the user to create room groupings of inputs and outputs that can be addressed as if they were stand alone.

A History of Excellence

With twenty years of experience in the video industry, Sierra Video Systems has successfully developed a wide range of products for broadcast, post-production & professional video markets. Presentation professionals can now enjoy that trusted experience and technical expertise in a product designed specifically for them:

Sierra PRO.

Standard Configurations:

3232V5S

3216V5S

1616V5S

1608V5S

1208V5S

1204V5S

88V5S

84V5S


TAHOE

High Performance

Mid-Sized Video and

Audio Routing

Switchers

Capable of meeting the most demanding applications of today’s video professionals, the Tahoe Series is our most extensive line of analog routing switchers, setting the industry standard in mid-sized switchers for two decades. These powerful signal distribution systems are an important part of live-to-air and postproduction facilities, remote trucks, and corporate, scientific, military and educational installations. The Tahoe Series has a range of inputs from 16 to 48, and up to 128 outputs. With over twenty frame styles to choose from, Tahoe frames can be partially populated, providing flexibility for future expansion.

Features:

• 16, 20, 32 and 48 inputs in a variety of standards

• Analog component video/audio

• Analog composite video

• AFV and video-only configurations

• Y-C or S-VHS video (2 channels)

• RS-232 serial interface control; RS-485 control panel network

• Up to 64 panels on a simple twisted pair network

• Battery backed-up RAM protection of all personality and crosspoint information

• 256 salvo registers capable of holding a total of 800 or more crosspoints

Modular Design

Tahoe routing switchers excel in signal handling capability and offer flexible expansion. This modular design concept, using plug-in circuit modules and highquality edge connectors, gives you a system that’s reliable and easy to expand.

Our modular construction makes any maintenance routine.

Rugged, High-Quality Construction

With solid stainless steel frames, Tahoe

Series systems are nearly indestructible.

There are no self-tapping screws or formed threads anywhere in our products, only the best threaded inserts. The power supply on all models uses high-quality toroidal line transformers and conservatively rated, current limited regulators on each circuit board. Even with quality components throughout, our systems have a lower price than the competition.


TAHOE

For reliable operation, Tahoe Series routing switchers have whisper-quiet fans to keep your system running cool even in the warmest conditions. There’s quality everywhere you look. For example, years of experience and tests have shown that not every BNC connector can meet our stringent requirements for reliability and physical integrity, so we use only high-grade BNCs for video inputs and outputs on the rear of the frame. We apply our high standards to every single part. That’s why you can depend on Sierra Video Systems for superb value and dependable service.

Variety of Configurations

Offering diverse configurations in 3RU,

4RU and 9RU frames, Tahoe can be configured composite or component video; and mono audio or multi-channel audio; with 16 through 48 inputs and 8 through 128 outputs. The video, audio, and pulse switching modules are available to create robust video and audio distribution.

The modular design of Tahoe easily facilitates stereo or independent audio switching, ideal for bilingual applications.

With high-end performance, modest prices and an extensive variety of models, the Tahoe Family offers significant features found nowhere else in this size or price range. Select the frame that meets your projected requirements and fill it with the modules you need for your current application.

Then, when you need to expand your system, just add modules or new frames. Multiple frames can be connected together (up to 8 levels) under the same Tahoe control system.

For multiple frames, only one Tahoe serial control module is required.

Optional Configurations:

1616VAA

1616VAAAA

1616AAAA

1616V

1632V

1648V

1648AA

2020VAA

3216VAA

3232V

3232AA

3232CAA

3264VAA

32128V

4848V

4848AA


SHASTA

Digital & HD

Solutions

The Shasta Family of serial digital video,

1.485 HD video, DVB/ASI, and AES/EBU audio routing switchers are robust and compact solutions for transition to digital and all digital facilities. The Shasta family offers digital matrices from 8x8 to 32x32 in eight basic frames. The powerful control system also connects with all of our Lassen, Sierra PRO, Tahoe, Yosemite, and Sequoia products. Providing frame accurate switching, the Shasta family is ideal as the main switcher for small broadcast facilities, radio stations, and post-production houses.

Features:

• 1.485 Gbps HD video

• Serial Digital Video

• DVB/ASI

• AES/EBU digital and analog audio

• 8 basic frames, dozens of system configurations

• Frames accept both digital and analog audio crosspoint modules

• Variety of control solutions from SCP control panels to flexible software GUIs

Serial Digital Video & Digital Audio

Shasta digital video matrices can be combined to flexibly address the diverse switching requirement of today’s digital and hybrid analog/digital facilities. From our compact 1RU 8x8 digital video and audio routing switchers to our mediumsized 3RU 16x16 and 32x32 switchers,

Shasta provides unique configurations for all of your basic digital needs. Shasta switchers can be used for stand-alone applications or used in more complex configurations for analog, digital, and HD.

The Shasta 88DE and 161D are compact systems in 1RU frames, ideal for applications such as monitor switching or VTR input selection. These routers consist of single level video. For applications requiring greater than 8 outputs, the Shasta 16x16 and 32x32 are compact solutions in digital video and audio.


SHASTA

DVB/ASI

Sierra Video Systems 16x16 and 32x32

Shasta routing switchers are capable of running industry standard DVB-ASI signals.

For traditional broadcasters, the ASI format is different but easy to understand.

The DVB-ASI signal type compresses

5 MPEG data streams into one 270 Mbps

SDI pipe. This form of compression is extremely efficient for sending data through a Headend infrastructure.

High Definition Video

The 1RU HD routing switcher provides

1.485Gbps serial digital HDTV routing of

16 inputs to 16 outputs. This versatile frame can also be depopulated with fewer inputs and outputs to offer smaller and cost-effective HD routing.

Configurations include: 8x8, 16x1, 16x4,

16x8 and16x16.

This high-density solution offers Tahoe control system compatibility for expansion to other Sierra Video Systems frames and great integration flexibility. Two local

RS-232 / RS-422 ports allow versatile terminal and machine control interface while a local control option allows the entire routing solution (including user interface) to fit into one rack unit of space. The 1616HD data rate range extends down to include 270Mbps signals while providing automatic cable equalization for all 1.485Gbps inputs.

The versatile vertical interval switching reference input accepts NTSC, PAL, composite sync, V drive, HD tri-level sync, and two non-standard composite sync signals used in the graphics industry.

Optional Configurations:

1616HD

1608HD

1604HD

1601HD

88HD

88DE

1601D

1616D

1616DEE/DAA

1616DVB/ASI

3232DEE/DAA

3232DVB/ASI

HD = High Definition (1.485 Gbps)

D = SDI Digital Video

E = AES/EBU Digital Audio

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SOFTWARE

Software Solutions

Sierra Video Systems’ robust software solutions range from our free Graphical

Router Interface Program, or G.R.I.P.™, to the full featured IntelliPath™ facility management software package.

G.R.I.P. & GRIPNet

G.R.I.P. uses a Windows-based graphical user interface (GUI) to allow users the ability to name sources and destination levels and set up personalities of individual control panels. Likewise, G.R.I.P. allows graphical communication with the router processor eliminating the need for antiquated terminal communication.

G.R.I.P. also allows users to execute up to forty pre-loaded “salvos”. You can view the status and location of routing switchers, learn information about control panels, name destinations and sources, and create room groupings for all users. The GRIPNet version of this software allows the use of a LAN network with user access and complete administrative control.

GRIP Features:

• Eliminates the need for Terminal Mode

• Simple router configuration

• Naming & router control

• Salvo setup and control

• User-friendly GUI

IntelliPath Facility

Management Suite

IntelliPath is a new modular software that expands on the complimentary features of G.R.I.P. and incorporates powerful new features. Choose from modules that program and launch over 40 salvos automatically or control multiple routers direct from any PC on your network.

IntelliPath allows you to configure tie-line management actions from one intuitive user screen. Administrative features determine network access, user IDs and

TCP/IP Ethernet control for access from anywhere in the world. IntelliPath can also isolate and control third-party routing switchers and other devices using the translator module. This attractive package allows you to upgrade to digital and incorporate legacy routing equipment with new Sierra routing systems.

IntelliPath Modules & Features:

• All the features of G.R.I.P. & GRIPNet

• Router and control panel configuration

• Easy password administration

• Naming & router control

• Salvos setup, control, and naming

• Panel configuration

• Network proxy server for TCP/IP

• Tie-line management

• Router protocol translator

Web & Ethernet Control

Sierra Video Systems offers web control solutions other than GRIPNet and

IntelliPath. From our simple Windows

2000/XP server interface to third-party appliances, Sierra Video Systems can accommodate any need for remote and local network computer topology. Finally, nearly all third-party controller and automation suppliers, including AMX,

BarcoNet, Buf Technologies, Crestron

Electronics, and Leightronix, support our protocol.


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