The Minicom 0VS50004 is an 16 port Broadcaster unit for the DS Vision 3000 digital
signage solution.
The DS Vision 3000 narrowcasts high-definition video and stereo-audio from a
single player, over CATx cable, to multiple plasma/LCD screens located up to 300m/1000ft
away. Combined with full serial command, the DS Vision 3000 is the ultimate solution
for controlling and delivering real-time multimedia content. This digital
signage solution is a modular system, made up of units that can be exactly molded
to your network requirements without superfluous hardware. The result is a digital
signage network streamlined in function and cost-effective on budget.
The Minicom DS Vision system features full RS-232 bidirectional communication,
which gives you the ability to remotely query screen operation time - essential
for monitoring the remaining life of your screens and a valuable precursor to measuring
advertising effectiveness. The DS system also enables power commands that turn either
the entire screen network or screen groups on/off. Screen wear and tear is thus
minimized while maximizing the life of your digital signage network. With
extended range, DS Vision 3000 gives you the freedom to set-up your LCD/plasma screens
at any desired location, without fear of compromising your media quality and safe
in the knowledge that your media player is out of sight and out of unauthorized
hands. Whether multiple-screen timetables and advertisements, or single-screen bulletins,
signs and training aids, DS Vision 3000 delivers your message, picture perfect,
every time.
The DS Vision 3000 consists of the following components (all sold separately):
- Broadcaster 8/16 port
- Line Splitter 8 port
- Remote (110m/360ft)
- Remote Long (300m/1000ft)
- Video Tuning Unit

Minicom DS Vision Application Diagram
Minicom DS Vision 3000 Features:
- 300m/1000ft range
- Supports HD resolutions
- Stereo-audio
- Remote screen query
- Group screen on/off command
- Palm-held video tuning unit
- CATx cable flexibility
- DDC support
- Out-of-band operation
- VESA standard mounting
Minicom 0VS50004 Broadcaster Specifications:
| Mechanical |
|
| Dimensions |
292.5 x 153.6 x 41.5mm |
| Power |
External Adaptor 5VDC 2A |
| Cables/Connectors |
|
| VGA In |
HDD15M |
| VGA Local |
HDD15F
|
| Stereo audio In/Out |
Jack PL 3.5mm |
| Serial In |
DB9F |
| Serial Local |
DB9M |
| System Out |
1/8/16 RJ45 |
| Control |
RJ11 |
| Power LED |
Green (at the front) |
Minicom DS Vision System Specifications:
| Environmental |
|
| Operating Temperature |
5°C to 40°C / 41°F
to 104°F |
| Storage Temperature |
-40°C to 70°C / -104°F
to 158°F |
| Resolution |
Up to 1920x1440 @ 60Hz (depending on the
cable length) |
| Input/Output Video Signals |
Analog signal red, green,
blue 0.7v p-p 75 Ohm |
| Sync |
|
| Compatible |
TTL |
| Horizontal/Vertical Sync |
Positive/Negative |
| System Cable |
CATx UTP/ FTP cable 2x4x24
AWG Solid Wire |
| Maximum Distance |
600m/2000ft |
| Skew Compensation |
Up to 63 n sec
|
| DDC |
Complies with VESA DDC-2
specification |
| RS-232 Connection |
Full serial = RXD, TXD,
DTR, DSR, RTS, CTS |
| Serial baud rate |
57,000 |
| Audio |
Stereo |