High-performance, highly-scalable, AV (audio/video) over IP [AVoIP] switcher encoder 

with Dante and three-source switching for 4K over 1GbE network 

Note: Decoder units are purchased separately

• Outstanding end-user experience
• Ideal for large-scale deployments
• Robust security
• Simple planning and rollout

Get a full AVoIP streaming solution for anywhere low-latency, high-quality video presentation is required.

KDS-SW3-EN7 is an auto switcher and advanced encoder for streaming a selected video signal at 4K @ 60Hz via Ethernet over copper cable in unicast (one-to-one) or multicast (one-to-many) configurations. It can add digital audio Dante, AES-67, USB, IR, RS-232, or CEC signals.

KDS-SW3-EN7 encodes and streams the video signal from one of three selectable inputs: 2x HDMI™ inputs and 1x USB-C input. It transmits de-embedded HDMI audio to digital Dante or AES67, USB, IR, RS-232, or CEC signals over an IP network.

Kramer KDS-SW3-EN7 receives data traffic from KDS-DEC7 USB devices.

KDS-SW3-EN7 provides exceptional quality, advanced user-friendly operation, and flexible control.

Exceptional Quality
• Instantaneous 1 second switching time between selectable video inputs
• Streams up to 4K @ 60Hz (4:2:0) resolution signals over a 1G network interface, while KDS-DEC7 decodes the stream to 4K @ 30Hz (4:4:4) resolution
• Streaming delay 33msec for video 4K @ 30Hz 4:4:4 signal
• HDR10 support up to 4K @ 30Hz 4:2:2 12 bits
• Provides unicast and multicast streaming
• Flexible analog audio embedding and de-embedding - select balanced analog audio as input to embed into the streaming and HDMI™ output signal, or as output to extract the HDMI audio signal and output it as balanced analog audio
• Flexible digital audio embedding and de-embedding Dante / AES67 - select digital audio as input to embed into the streaming and HDMI™ output signal, or as output to extract the HDMI audio signal and output it as balanced analog audio
• Easy to use KM/KVM support - searchable, OSD menu for KM and fully configurable KVM roaming
• Power consumption without USB-C Power Delivery is 13W, and power consumption with USB-C Power Delivery is 77W (requiring the optional power supply)

Advanced and User-friendly Operation
• Convenient and comprehensive control - control the unit using intuitive embedded web pages, Protocol 3000 API commands via Ethernet, or front panel LCD and navigation buttons
• PoE support - powered with PoE connection from PoE LAN switch
• Control gateway - through P3K or special TCP connection, users can control/communicate with IR, RS-232, or CEC to the connected devices
• Separate service LAN port - can be used for physical separation between AV and command streams to separate LAN for security and reliability purposes

Flexible Connectivity
• Selectable inputs - 2x HDMI and 1x USB-C input
• Analog/digital audio inputs and outputs
• Plug-and-play with Netgear M4250 AVoIP switches, Kramer Control, and KDS-USB2

Ideal for Large-Scale Deployments
• Highly scalable - the KDS-7 line supports up to 1000 video sources, suited to the largest installations.
• State-of-the-art management device with advanced management capabilities that are provided via the dedicated management device, including multi-device grouping, preset virtual matrix stream routes, group configuration management and role-based access management.
• Extensive set of management capabilities features with open P3K APIs, a front panel LCD screen and an intuitive, embedded web-based user interface, KDS-7 devices provide a rich set of tools for deployment and configuration. This enables audio-visual experiences in any space, large or small, and allows management from anywhere for reliable and flexible operational management.

Robust Security
• Enterprise IT-grade security - KDS-7 devices comply with IT security requirements, including 802.1x and HTTP-S/TLS.
• Security certification - All devices carry OWASP Top 10 certification for web application security.
• Separate ethernet ports for optimal security and experience -Physical separation between control and AV data over two separate Ethernet ports ensures IT control and an uninterrupted audio-visual experience.

Simple Planning and Rollout
• Cost-effective from day one - Plug-and-play integration with leading IP network switches, such as Netgear M4250 series, enable deployment in a wide variety of network topologies. There is no need to deal with complex IP packets prioritization or switching setting. Offering easy management, high reliability and adjustable bandwidth control, KDS-7 is extremely cost-effective to maintain over the long term
• Full product range for any site, any application - The comprehensive KDS-7 line spans encoders, decoders and auto-switcher encoders in a choice of rack and wall-plate form factors, as well as a dedicated manager device. The broad set of products within the KDS-7 product line allows quick and cost-effective rollout of AV-enabled spaces of all forms and size. The eight different KDS-7 devices can be combined in any way, with any quantity of decoders, according to the site needs.
• Integrated with Kramer's complete audio-visual solutions, KDS-7 line is part of Kramer's market-leading full AVoIP-based solution. It is pre-integrated with Kramer Control, allowing efficient deployment and control of any space, at a fraction of the time and cost of standalone alternatives. It also works perfectly with KDS-USB2 for AVoIP remote access to any USB peripheral devices, such as webcams.

Applications
• Real-time essential installations such as command and control rooms
• Large scale AV content sharing installations using existing wires and infrastructure in corporate offices and government applications
• AV distribution systems with one or more sources and multiple displays in schools, universities, and public venues
• AV installations where low latency KM/KVM capabilities are required