Barco- R9009652 PDS-4K HDMI with Audio/DisplayPort Card; Single/dual screen presentation switcher with Dante Audio

Product Overview

The Barco PDS-4K HDMI presentation switcher (R9009652) is a small-venue 4K seamless switcher configured for HDMI-based live event and staging workflows. It ships with the Audio/DisplayPort 1.2 option card installed, providing two DisplayPort 1.2 inputs alongside six HDMI 2.0 inputs and Dante audio embedding and de-embedding. The switcher processes UHD 4K signals at 60 Hz and applies Event Master Athena scaling for clean source transitions. Operators run it from the front-panel pushbuttons or remotely over Ethernet through the built-in web UI.

Product Description

The PDS-4K R9009652 routes six HDMI 2.0 inputs and two DisplayPort 1.2 inputs into a processing engine that drives four HDMI 2.0 program outputs. Switching modes span single, dual, and quad screen layouts, and built-in picture-in-picture layers let operators display up to two live sources at once. Athena scaling technology, shared with the Barco Event Master platform, maintains signal clarity and limits scaling artifacts during transitions. The included Audio/DisplayPort card adds Dante audio over RJ45, so embedded audio can follow video or route independently across the network.

This HDMI-only model is the counterpart to the PDS-4K HDMI & SDI with Audio/DisplayPort card (R9009653), which adds 12G-SDI I/O for broadcast workflows. A base PDS-4K HDMI switcher (R9009650B) is available without the Dante card. Browse the full Barco collection for matching Event Master processors and projection gear.

Key Features

• Single / Dual / Quad Screen Switching — One unit handles single, dual, and quad screen program outputs for stage and breakout-room layouts.
• 6x HDMI 2.0 Inputs — Six HDMI inputs accept UHD 4K sources at up to 60 Hz.
• 2x DisplayPort 1.2 Inputs — Two DisplayPort inputs from the included option card add computer-source flexibility.
• 4x HDMI 2.0 Outputs — Four HDMI program outputs feed displays, projectors, and recording destinations.
• Audio / DisplayPort Card Included — The open option slot ships populated with the Audio/DisplayPort 1.2 card.
• Dante Audio Networking — RJ45 Dante connectivity supports embedding and de-embedding of audio over IP.
• Athena Scaling Technology — Shared Event Master scaling preserves clarity and reduces artifacts during source transitions.
• Front Panel and Web UI Control — Operate via pushbuttons or remotely over Ethernet through the built-in web interface.

Typical Applications

• Live events and corporate general sessions using HDMI source chains
• Rental and staging deployments needing single, dual, or quad screen output
• Houses of worship, auditoriums, and multi-purpose venues
• Control rooms and AV systems requiring Dante audio integration

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the R9009652 have SDI inputs? No. This is the HDMI configuration with HDMI and DisplayPort inputs. For 12G-SDI I/O, choose the PDS-4K HDMI & SDI model (R9009653).

Is the Dante audio card included? Yes. It ships with the Audio/DisplayPort 1.2 option card installed, which adds DisplayPort inputs and Dante audio embedding and de-embedding.

What is the maximum supported resolution? The PDS-4K processes UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) video at up to 60 Hz.

How many screens can it drive? It supports single, dual, and quad screen switching, with picture-in-picture for up to two live sources.

How is it controlled? Through the front-panel pushbuttons or remotely over Ethernet via the built-in web UI.