video switcher control via catalyst

[kiwi]

I read through the serial control section of the catalyst manual. Is this the route I should go?

thanks,
Johnny

Hi Johnny,
I've used the kramer switchers quite successfully in the past.
You control these using the video switcher section in the control window.
You need some type of serial output device -a Keyspan if you want it on USB or a netcom 111 if you need the you want to go down the IP road.

You need the appropriate serial cable to connect the switch to the output device -some require a null modem, some a straight cable it all depends on which hardware you're connecting to each other.

in catalyst assign the type of switcher and the output, then click on the destination buttons and assign an input to them. you can also now drag this into the cuelist by holding down alt (I think)

If you need anymore details or help give me a shout.

Paul