The Barco PDS-902 3G is a compact, easy-to-operate seamless switcher designed for rental use where reliable, multi-source switching and simple control are required. It combines a variety of digital and analog inputs, a preview/program workflow, and on-board still storage to support live events, corporate presentations, and fixed installations.

Key Features

• Wide range of inputs: 9 fixed inputs including 4 DVI-I (digital and analog), 4 analog via HD-15 (VGA), and 1 3G/HD/SD SDI input, allowing mixed-source connectivity without external converters.
• Flexible outputs: Program and preview outputs via DVI and HD-15, plus a 3G SDI program output for broadcast or downstream routing.
• Simple preview/program workflow: Dedicated preview and program outputs with a single preview multiviewer that shows the next source. In Matrix mode, the preview output can be routed as program.
• Basic effects and layering: Full-screen mixing transitions, picture-in-picture (PIP) with up to two PIPs, and a Matrix output mode to support multi-screen layouts.
• On-board still stores: Capture and store up to three images for use as LOGO or background sources during presentations.
• Control options: Ethernet RJ-45 10/100 Mbps autosense, with web-based control accessible from a computer, tablet, or smartphone for source configuration, output format selection, test patterns, and transition control.
• HDCP compliance: Supports HDCP where required for protected content (DVI-I inputs support HDCP 1.0).

Use Cases

• Live corporate events and product launches where multiple laptops, media players, and cameras must be switched quickly.
• Small to mid-size AV installs in boardrooms, hotel ballrooms, houses of worship, and classrooms needing reliable, repeatable switching and preview capabilities.
• Rental packages for events requiring a compact, technician-friendly switcher with both analog and digital I/O and simple web-based control.

Specifications

• Video inputs: 4 x DVI-I, 4 x HD-15 (VGA), 1 x 3G SDI (total 9 fixed inputs)
• Video outputs: 2 x DVI (Preview and Program), 2 x HD-15 (Preview and Program), 1 x 3G SDI (Program only)
• Program/Preview: Program output via HD-15, DVI, or 3G-SDI; one Preview/Matrix output
• Mixers: Single mixer or two PIPs
• Still stores: 3 onboard still images
• Control: Ethernet web interface (10/100 Mbps autosense)

Included with your rental

• Barco PDS-902 3G switcher unit
• Power cable and basic setup documentation
• Web-based control accessible via customers' devices

If you need additional items such as DVI/HD-15/SDI cables, adapters, or a control surface, these can be added to your rental package. Technical support for initial setup is available upon request.

We strive to provide impeccably maintained rental equipment for the entertainment industry that is prepped and ready for your event. Our experienced staff stands ready to help you with your lighting, video, rigging & production needs. Rental inventory availability may vary based on date and 4Wall location. In cases where your preferred item is unavailable, we'll do our best to suggest a suitable replacement.