Kramer subsidiary Sierra Video introduced the Viper, ultra -wideband video routing switchers.  These RGBHV routing switchers have 500MHz bandwidth and feature hot-swappable video boards, control processors, and power supplies.  Viper routing switchers are designed to be modular, explains the company, to allow for increased performance and reliability in critical video applications.

The Viper ultra-wideband routing switchers offer configurations up to 64×64 in 8 input and/or 8 output increments, all housed in 4RU per video channel. Viper routing switcher systems can be ordered according to the video signal type to be used. Each frame can be used as a single video channel or as a single sync channel. For RGBHV signal use, 5 frames would be required. For component video use (RGsB or YUV), 3 frames would be required. 

Video I/O boards, CPU boards, and power supplies are accessible via the front panel. Redundant power supply and redundant control are optional.  Viper routing switchers have a passive back plane with no external components, designed to reduce failure and servicing. 

For applications requiring companion audio, Viper routing switchers are compatible with Sierra Video Systems’ modular Yosemite line of analog and digital routing switchers.  Viper routing switchers are also compatible with Sierra Video Systems’ line of SCP control panels, and have built-in RS-232/RS-422 control. Also, the IP/Ethernet connectivity allows for control of the routing switcher on a Mac or PC, using a standard TCP/IP socket connection with the ability to simultaneously connect up to six devices to the routing switcher.

The Viper is shipping now.