Tabletop and portable models address a wide range of environments.
Raleigh, NC – January 2025… Alfatron Electronics, a manufacturer of products for the AV market, is pleased to introduce the VM-41 and VM-Mini video switchers. Designed to select between multiple incoming video signals from various sources (camera, PowerPoint feed, etc.) and direct one of those signals to a monitor / screen, the new VM-41 and VM-Mini offer rich feature sets and excellent on-board displays to manage one’s signals.
The new Alfatron VM-41 is a multifunctional, quad HDMI video switcher with four HDMI input ports housed in a tabletop form factor. The switcher is outfitted with a 5.5-inch FHD (Full High Definition) color LCD display to ensure excellent visual feedback while operating the unit. For managing the various video signals, the VM-41 offers a comprehensive feature set. This includes a variety of built-in video transition effects, PIP (Picture in Picture) / POP (Pop-Out), plus logo overlay and keying functionality with quick access buttons—all supported and accelerated by FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) technology.
Equally notable, the new VM-41 includes dedicated Quick Access Camera Select and Preset recall buttons to ensure intuitive operation throughout the session. Further, the switcher offers advanced PTZ Camera control with dedicated parameter control buttons and a joystick to easily manage pan, tilt, and zoom operations. Additionally, the VM-41 supports UVC (USB Video Class) streaming, multi network streaming, and local video recording.
Designed for easy transport, the new Alfatron VM-Mini offers a rich feature set that is conveniently housed in an easy-to-carry form factor. Similar to its larger sibling, the VM-Mini is a quad HDMI video switcher with four HDMI input ports. The unit also has a vivid 5-inch-wide gamut FHD (Full High Definition) color LCD display to assist with managing one’s various operations. The VM-Mini is outfitted with T-bar switching for control of more than thirty effects—providing smooth, easy operation for achieving world-class visuals. The system includes built-in transition effects, layering, PIP/POP, and keying functionality. The new VM-Mini also includes a five-way rocker switch for PTZ camera control.
Michael van Rensburg, Alfatron Electronics’ Technical Director, commented on the company’s new VM-41 and VM-Mini video switchers, “Our new VM range of video mixers opens a new market segment for us and is designed to be complementary to our current line-up of PTZ cameras and other video signal management products. The VM-41 and VM-Mini both house an arsenal of live video transitioning effects and keying features that will elevate media production to the next level. The integrated camera controls allow one to manage up to four PTZ cameras directly from the video mixers as well. And don’t forget to check out the extensive GUI also included with both units, providing even more ease of use and access to all the features of the units.”
Initially, the VM products will be available only in the USA market. To learn more about the Alfatron Electronics VM-41 and VM-Mini video switchers, visit https://alfatronelectronics.com/product/alfatron-vm-41/ and https://alfatronelectronics.com/product/alfatron-vm-mini/.
The Alfatron Electronics VM-41 and VM-Mini video switchers are expected to be available in December 2024. For pricing information, please contact your authorized Alfatron Electronics dealer.