About the Barco ScreenPRO-II HD Video Switcher with 3G EOC
The Barco ScreenPRO-II HD is a high-performance video switcher and scaler designed for mission-critical multi-display applications in control rooms, broadcast facilities, and corporate presentation environments. This advanced system serves as a central hub for managing multiple high-definition video sources, allowing operators to dynamically select, position, and scale any input across one or more output displays with pixel-perfect accuracy. A key technological feature is its incorporation of 3G EOC (Embedded Optical Control) technology, which enables the transmission of ultra-high-definition video signals, control data, and power over a single, lightweight fiber optic cable over long distances. This significantly simplifies cabling infrastructure, reduces signal degradation, and provides exceptional flexibility in connecting sources to the central processing unit, which is especially valuable in large, distributed installations.
The system excels in its ability to create complex video walls and multi-viewer layouts without compromising image quality. It employs high-quality scaling engines to convert any incoming resolution—from standard definition to 1080p and beyond—to the native resolution of the display, ensuring optimal image clarity and fit. The switcher allows for seamless windowing, where multiple live video feeds can be displayed concurrently on a single screen, with support for overlapping windows, borders, and logos. Control is facilitated through an intuitive software interface, giving operators the ability to save and recall presets, create automated sequences, and manage the entire video canvas with precision, ensuring rapid situational awareness and decision-making in time-sensitive operations.
Housed in a robust rack-mountable chassis, the ScreenPRO-II HD is engineered for 24/7 reliability, featuring redundant power supplies and cooling systems to ensure uninterrupted operation. Its modular input and output card design allows for customization and expansion to meet specific system requirements, supporting a wide array of signal types including HDMI, DVI, DisplayPort, and SDI. By combining powerful switching and scaling, long-distance fiber optic connectivity via 3G EOC, and comprehensive control software, the Barco ScreenPRO-II HD establishes itself as a cornerstone technology for building flexible, scalable, and future-proof video distribution and display systems in professional and demanding operational settings.