Barco PDS-4K HDMI & SDI Single/dual screen presentation switcher iN: 6x HDMI 2.0 + 2x 12G-SDI - R9009651B

Product Overview

The Barco PDS-4K HDMI & SDI presentation switcher (R9009651B) is a small-venue 4K seamless switcher for live event and staging environments. It accepts six HDMI 2.0 inputs and two 12G-SDI inputs, processing UHD 4K signals at up to 60 Hz with Event Master Athena scaling for clean source transitions. This base configuration leaves the option card slot open for later expansion, including the Audio/DisplayPort and Dante card. Operators control the unit from the front-panel pushbuttons or remotely over Ethernet through the built-in web UI.

Product Description

The PDS-4K R9009651B routes six HDMI 2.0 inputs and two 12G-SDI inputs into a processing engine that drives mirrored sets of HDMI and 12G-SDI program outputs. Switching modes cover single, dual, and quad screen layouts, and the unit supports picture-in-picture to show up to two live sources at once. Athena scaling technology, shared across the Barco Event Master platform, maintains clarity and limits artifacts during transitions. An open option slot accepts the Audio/DisplayPort 1.2 card to add DisplayPort inputs and Dante audio when those capabilities are needed.

For a version that ships with the Dante card pre-installed, see the PDS-4K HDMI & SDI with Audio/DisplayPort card (R9009653). An HDMI-only base switcher is also available as the PDS-4K HDMI switcher (R9009650B). Browse the full Barco collection for Event Master processors and projection gear.

Key Features

• Single / Dual / Quad Screen Switching — Handles single, dual, and quad screen program outputs for flexible venue layouts.
• 6x HDMI 2.0 Inputs — Six HDMI inputs accept UHD 4K sources at up to 60 Hz.
• 2x 12G-SDI Inputs — Two 12G-SDI inputs integrate broadcast and camera signal chains.
• Mirrored HDMI and 12G-SDI Outputs — Program outputs feed main and backup destinations across both formats.
• 4K 60 Hz Processing — UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 60 Hz with low-latency transitions.
• Athena Scaling Technology — Shared Event Master scaling preserves clarity and reduces artifacts.
• Open Option Card Slot — Expandable with the Audio/DisplayPort 1.2 card for DisplayPort inputs and Dante audio.
• 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 requiring 4K switching
• Rental and staging deployments with mixed HDMI and SDI sources
• Houses of worship, auditoriums, and multi-purpose venues
• Broadcast-adjacent production and control room signal management

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the R9009651B include Dante audio? No. This base model has an open option slot. Add the Audio/DisplayPort 1.2 card for DisplayPort inputs and Dante audio, or choose the R9009653 which ships with it installed.

What inputs does it have? Six HDMI 2.0 inputs and two 12G-SDI inputs.

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

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

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