Kramer KDS-SW2-EN7 High-Performance, Highly-Scalable, AVoIP Auto-Switch Encoder with Dante over 1G Network

Product Overview

The Kramer KDS-SW2-EN7 is a 4K AVoIP auto-switch encoder for the KDS-7 platform, streaming up to 4K@60Hz (4:2:0) video over a standard 1G Ethernet network in unicast or multicast configurations from a selectable HDMI or USB-C input. AV system designers and integrators use the KDS-SW2-EN7 in large-scale AV-over-IP deployments — corporate campuses, universities, command centers, and government facilities — where multiple sources need to be distributed to many displays using existing network infrastructure instead of dedicated video cabling. The USB-C input with laptop charging support makes it a practical BYOD endpoint for conference rooms and collaboration spaces. It transmits USB, IR, RS-232, and CEC control signals alongside the video stream for full end-to-end AV and device control over IP.

Product Description

The KDS-SW2-EN7 auto-selects between its HDMI and USB-C inputs based on configurable switching policies — last connected, priority, or manual — giving presenters in shared spaces a consistent connection experience without manual source selection. Video streams at 4K@60Hz (4:2:0) over a 1G network interface with approximately 33ms latency, suitable for presentation, digital signage, and most interactive applications. The USB-C input supports laptop charging via USB Power Delivery 2.0 when powered by an optional 24V Kramer power supply, reducing cable clutter at presenter positions. Dante digital audio support, alongside analog audio embedding and de-embedding, provides flexible integration with room audio systems. The KDS-SW2-EN7 is part of the Kramer KDS-7 ecosystem, plug-and-play with Netgear M4250 AVoIP switches and Kramer Control for centralized management, Kramer Network monitoring, and optional KVM/KM workflow support. IT security features include 802.1x network authentication and HTTPS/TLS for secure operation on enterprise networks. Video wall configurations up to 16x16 are supported when used with compatible KDS-DEC7 decoders and the KDS-7-MNGR management platform.

Key Features

• Dual Auto-Switch Inputs — 1x HDMI and 1x USB-C inputs with configurable last-connected, priority, and manual switching policies.
• 4K@60Hz (4:2:0) AVoIP Streaming — Encodes and streams 4K video over a 1G network in unicast or multicast configurations.
• USB-C with Laptop Charging — USB-C input supports USB Power Delivery 2.0 (up to 60W) when used with optional 24V Kramer power supply.
• Dante Digital Audio — Integrated Dante audio networking alongside analog audio embedding and de-embedding.
• USB, IR, RS-232, and CEC over IP — Transmits device control signals alongside the video stream for full end-to-end control at the decoder.
• KM/KVM Support — Supports keyboard/mouse routing with searchable OSD menu for KM and fully configurable KVM roaming.
• Video Wall up to 16×16 — Supports large-scale video wall configurations with compatible KDS-7 decoders and management platform.
• Enterprise IT Security — 802.1x network authentication and HTTPS/TLS compliance for deployment on secure enterprise networks.
• Plug-and-Play with Netgear M4250 — Pre-certified for use with Netgear M4250 AVoIP switches for simplified network deployment.
• 1-Second Switching Time — Near-instant input switching minimizes disruption during source changes in live environments.

Typical Applications

• Corporate conference room and boardroom BYOD AV distribution
• University campus and lecture hall AV-over-IP networks
• Command and control room video distribution
• Government facility and secure AV-over-IP installations
• Digital signage distribution over existing network infrastructure
• Training room and all-hands room multi-display systems

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