The Folsom (now part of Barco) PS-2001 PresentationPRO is a professional, multi-format video and audio switcher designed for live events, corporate presentations, and broadcast environments. As a rental unit, it provides production companies and AV integrators with a reliable, hardware-based switching solution for managing complex multi-source presentations without the capital investment of purchasing. This switcher handles a wide array of input signals, including computer graphics (VGA, DVI), video (component, composite, S-Video), and serial digital (SDI), scaling and processing them to a common output resolution for seamless switching. Its robust design ensures stable performance under the demanding conditions of live shows, where flawless transitions between laptops, cameras, and media players are critical.

The PS-2001 features a user-friendly control panel with dedicated buttons for source selection, programmable presets, and a variety of transition effects including cuts, fades, and wipes. It supports advanced functions like picture-in-picture (PIP), downstream keying for overlaying logos or titles, and multi-view output for monitoring all input sources on a single display. The integrated scaling engine ensures that all sources, regardless of their native resolution or refresh rate, are properly aligned and synchronized, eliminating glitches or blanking during switches. Rental packages often include necessary cables, a flight case, and sometimes basic technical support for setup and operation.

Renting the PresentationPRO switcher offers flexibility and access to professional-grade technology for one-off events, tours, or to supplement existing inventory during peak periods. Its reputation for reliability and intuitive operation makes it a go-to choice for live production crews who need a powerful, straightforward switcher to execute polished, multi-source video presentations.