IN1606

Six Input HDCP-Compliant Scaling Presentation Switcher

Key Features

Integrates HDMI, analog video, and audio sources into presentation systems
Four HDMI inputs and two universal analog video inputs
Two simultaneous HDMI outputs
Two mic/line inputs with 48 volt phantom power
Selectable output rates from 640x480 to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 and 2K
Key Minder^® continuously verifies HDCP compliance for quick, reliable switching

Model	Version Description	Part #
IN1606	HDCP-Compliant Scaling Switcher	60-1081-01

The Extron IN1606 is a six input, HDCP-compliant video scaler that includes four HDMI inputs, two universal analog video inputs, and two simultaneous HDMI outputs. The IN1606 accepts a wide variety of video formats including HDMI, HDTV, RGB, and standard definition video. It features an advanced video scaling engine with 1080i deinterlacing and Deep Color processing with support for up to 1920x1200 and 2K output resolutions. Enhanced audio features include six stereo inputs, two variable stereo outputs, two mic/line inputs with ducking, plus HDMI audio embedding and de-embedding. Designed for professional AV integration, the IN1606 offers flexible control options including Ethernet, RS-232, and USB. The IN1606 provides a complete AV switching system in one rack-mountable enclosure.

Six Input Multi-Format Video Switcher

To accommodate a variety of sources, the IN1606 features four HDMI inputs plus two universal analog video inputs that can process RGB computer video, HDTV, component video, S-video, and composite video. The IN1606 provides the capability to integrate digital and analog devices, with HDCP compliance to enable integration of Blu-ray Disc players and other sources of protected content.

Built to Handle Digital Video

To enhance and simplify integration of HDMI sources and displays, the IN1606 features two exclusive Extron technologies: EDID Minder^® and Key Minder^®. EDID Minder manages EDID communication between the display devices and input sources. For HDMI signals with protected content, Key Minder authenticates and maintains continuous HDCP encryption between input and output devices to ensure quick and reliable switching.

When receiving an HDCP-encrypted HDMI input source, the IN1606 outputs a full-screen green signal on any video output connected to a non-HDCP compliant display. This provides immediate visual confirmation that the protected content cannot be viewed on this display. Additionally, the IN1606 provides real-time verification of the HDCP status for each HDMI input and output, offering valuable feedback to system operators and helpdesk support staff. The IN1606 also features SpeedSwitch^® Technology that delivers exceptional switching speed for HDCP-encrypted content.

High Performance Video Processing

The IN1606 features an advanced scaling engine with the ability to scale HDMI, RGB, component, and standard definition video signals to a common high resolution output. It provides high performance deinterlacing of 1080i and Deep Color processing to deliver optimal image quality. Additionally, the color space and chroma subsampling of the HDMI output can be automatically set to ensure compatibility with a connected DVI or HDMI display. Automatic 3:2 and 2:2 pulldown detection maximizes the image quality for content sources originating from film. The IN1606 also uses a digital 3D adaptive comb filter that optimizes decoding of NTSC, PAL, and SECAM sources for integration into systems worldwide.

The IN1606 accepts and outputs signals up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 and 2K. It provides two simultaneous HDMI outputs so that two displays can be driven simultaneously, without the need for additional equipment. Selectable FILL and FOLLOW modes are available to ensure the proper aspect ratio of the output. FILL mode provides full screen output, while FOLLOW mode preserves the original aspect ratio of the input signal.

Advanced Audio Capabilities

The IN1606 features sophisticated audio functionality, including HDMI audio embedding and de-embedding. To suit the needs of the application, the IN1606 can embed analog input audio signals onto the HDMI outputs or extract embedded HDMI audio. Audio breakaway enables separation of analog audio channels from the corresponding video signals, so that the analog audio channels can operate as an independent switcher. To support integration into presentation environments, the IN1606 features two mic/line mixing inputs with ducking and 48 V phantom power. The scaler includes two variable stereo audio outputs, one of which can be configured as dual mono for integration flexibility. The IN1606 also provides full control of advanced audio configuration settings through an intuitive Graphical User Interface. Using this GUI, users can easily adjust audio input and output gain, attenuation, mixing, and ducking parameters.

Multiple Options for Control and Operation

The IN1606 features front panel controls and intuitive on-screen menus for quick access to functions. Remote configuration and control are available via USB, RS-232, and Ethernet. Housed in a 1U, full rack width metal enclosure, the IN1606 can easily be integrated into many environments. The IN1606 is ideal in boardrooms where superior performance is essential, video routing applications where automatic features help simplify system design and keep costs down, and instructional environments for complete integration of digital and analog AV sources and displays.

Features

Integrates HDMI, analog video, and audio sources into presentation systems — The IN1606 provides centralized switching for a wide range of AV sources.

Inputs: Four HDMI; two universal 15-pin HD inputs for RGB, component video, S-video, or composite video; stereo balanced/unbalanced audio for each input on captive screw; two mic/line audio inputs on captive screw

Outputs: Two simultaneous HDMI outputs; one variable stereo audio output on captive screw; one variable stereo audio output configurable as dual mono on captive screw

Four HDMI inputs and two universal analog video inputs — The IN1606 allows for switching between HDMI and analog video sources. Two universal analog inputs accept all standard analog video formats, including RGB, HD component video, S-video, and composite video signals.

Two simultaneous HDMI outputs — Simultaneous HDMI outputs are available for driving two displays.

Two mic/line inputs with 48 volt phantom power — Two mic or line level audio sources can be independently mixed with program audio and embedded onto the HDMI output. Selectable 48 volt phantom power allows the use of condenser microphones.

Mic ducking — Automatically reduces program audio when a microphone signal is detected, replacing the need for a separate audio ducking processor.

Auto-switching between inputs — Auto-switching allows for simple, unmanaged installation in locations such as in a lectern or under a conference table. When multiple inputs are active, the switching priority is configurable.

Stereo audio embedding and de-embedding — Analog audio signals can be embedded onto the HDMI outputs, and embedded two-channel PCM audio can be extracted to the analog outputs.

Selectable output rates from 640x480 to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 and 2K — Available output rates include computer video up to 1920x1200, HDTV rates up to 1080p/60, and 2K.

Advanced scaling engine with 30-bit processing and 1080i deinterlacing — Image scaling and video format conversion are performed at 30-bit precision for enhanced color accuracy and picture detail. High performance deinterlacing for 1080i signals from HD sources delivers optimized image quality.

HDCP compliant — Ensures display of content-protected media and interoperability with other HDCP-compliant devices.

User-selectable HDCP authorization — Allows individual inputs to appear HDCP compliant or non-HDCP compliant to the connected source, which is beneficial if the source automatically encrypts all content when connected to an HDCP-compliant device. Protected material is not passed in non-HDCP mode.

Supported HDMI specification features include data rates up to 6.75 Gbps, Deep Color, and HD lossless audio formats

Key Minder^® continuously verifies HDCP compliance for quick, reliable switching — Key Minder authenticates and maintains continuous HDCP encryption between input and output devices to ensure quick and reliable switching in professional AV environments, while enabling simultaneous distribution of a single source signal to one or more displays.

EDID Minder^® automatically manages EDID communication between connected devices — EDID Minder ensures that all sources power up properly and reliably output content for display.

SpeedSwitch^® Technology provides exceptional switching speed for HDCP-encrypted content

Output muting control — Provides the capability to mute one or all outputs at any time. This allows content to be viewed on a local monitor prior to appearing on the main presentation display.

Aspect ratio control — The aspect ratio of the video output can be controlled by selecting a FILL mode, which provides a full screen output, or a FOLLOW mode, which preserves the original aspect ratio of the input signal.

HDCP authentication and signal presence confirmation — Provides real‑time verification of HDCP status for each digital video input and output. This allows for simple, quick, and easy signal and HDCP verification through front panel LEDs, RS‑232, USB, or Ethernet, providing valuable feedback to a system operator or helpdesk support staff.

HDCP Visual Confirmation — When HDCP‑encrypted content is transmitted to a non‑HDCP compliant display, a full‑screen green signal is sent to the display for immediate visual confirmation that protected content cannot be viewed on that display.

HDMI to DVI Interface Format Correction — Automatically enables or disables embedded audio and InfoFrames, and sets the correct color space for proper connection to HDMI and DVI displays.

Selectable seamless switching transitions — Seamless cut through black, and fade through black transition effects are available at the scaled video outputs.

Image freeze control — A live image can be frozen using RS-232 serial control, USB, or Ethernet control.

Auto-Image setup — When activated, the unit automatically optimizes the image by analyzing and adjusting to the video input signal. This can save time and effort in setting up a newly connected source, particularly in presentation environments where different guest presenter laptops with various output resolutions will be connected.

Auto Input Memory — When activated, the unit automatically stores size, position, and picture settings based on the incoming signal. When the same signal is detected again, these image settings are automatically recalled from memory.

On-screen menus — Intuitive on-screen menus allow for easy system setup using the front panel controls. Key parameters such as input and output video formats and resolutions are conveniently grouped on the initial Quick Setup screen, while additional screens provide full control over the unit's other functions and settings.

Output Standby Mode — The unit can be set to automatically mute video and sync output to the display device when no active input signal is detected. This allows the projector or flat-panel display to automatically enter into standby mode to save energy and enhance lamp or panel life.

Power Save Mode — The unit can be placed in a low power standby state to conserve energy when not in use.

Picture controls for brightness, contrast, color, tint, and detail, as well as horizontal and vertical positioning, and sizing

Automatic 3:2 and 2:2 pulldown detection — Advanced film mode processing techniques that help maximize image quality for NTSC, PAL, and HDTV 1080i sources that originated from film.

Quad standard video decoding — A temporal, 3D adaptive comb filter provides advanced decoding of composite NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, and SECAM for integration into systems worldwide.

User presets — Memory presets are available for each input to store and recall optimized image settings.

Internal video test patterns and pink noise generator for calibration and setup — The unit offers several video test patterns and audio pink noise to facilitate proper system setup and calibration of display devices.

Output volume control — Provides volume control for the audio outputs. Analog audio outputs can be balanced or unbalanced and are available as stereo or independently mixed mono.

Audio input gain and attenuation — Gain or attenuation can be adjusted for each analog input to eliminate noticeable differences when switching between sources.

Audio breakaway — Provides the capability to break an analog audio signal away from its corresponding video signal and route to the audio outputs, allowing the analog audio channels to be operated as a separate switcher.

Audio switching transitions — The audio output level automatically ramps down and then ramps up to match the video during switching transitions.

Integrated audio delay — The audio output is automatically delayed to compensate for latency introduced by the video processing.

Automatic clip limiter — Detects onset of clipping, automatically reducing gain to eliminate clipping and thereby protecting speakers and amplifiers from distortion.

Advanced audio configuration — The IN1606 offers complete control of audio input and output gain, attenuation, mixing, and ducking parameters via a user-friendly GUI.

QS FPC^™ - QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller with tri color backlit buttons — Provides a discrete button for each input, allowing for simple, intuitive operation. Buttons can be custom labeled for easy identification. The buttons illuminate red, green, or amber depending on function, for ease of use in low light environments

Front panel security lockout — This feature locks out all front panel functions except for input selection; all functions however, are available through Ethernet, USB, or RS-232 control.

Ethernet monitoring and control — Enables control and proactive monitoring over a LAN, WAN, or the Internet. An intuitive Web interface is included for full configuration of the unit.

Built-in Web pages — Enables the use of a standard browser for full control and troubleshooting over an intuitive Web interface.

RS-232 control port — Enables the use of serial commands for integration into a control system. Extron products use the SIS™ - Simple Instruction Set command protocol, a set of basic ASCII commands that allow for quick and easy programming.

Compatible with TeamWork^® Show Me^® Cables — Show Me cables provide convenient connectivity and user input selection and control for TeamWork Collaboration Systems. Visit the TeamWork System Builder to create a customized system for your collaboration environment.

Front panel USB configuration port — Enables easy configuration without having to access the rear panel.

JITC Certified — Successfully completed interoperability and information assurance testing for use in government applications and other mission-critical environments.

Easy setup and commissioning with Extron's PCS - Product Configuration Software — Conveniently configure multiple products using a single software application.

Rack-mountable 1U, full rack width metal enclosure

Includes LockIt^® cable lacing brackets — Securely fastens HDMI or USB C^® cables to a device, eliminating risk of disconnection.

Internal Extron Everlast™ power supply — Provides worldwide power compatibility, with high‑demonstrated reliability and low power consumption for reduced operating cost

Extron Everlast Power Supply is covered by a 7‑year parts and labor warranty

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
	MBD 149	1U, Full Rack Width, Rack Mount and Through-Desk Kit for Four-Piece Enclosure	70-077-03

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

MBD 149

1U, Full Rack Width, Rack Mount and Through-Desk Kit for Four-Piece Enclosure

70-077-03

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
	CSR 6	Captive Screw to RCA Female Audio Adapter
	UTM 100 Series	Under Table Mounts for 1U and 2U Full Rack Width Products
	HDMI Ultra Series	Ultra Flexible Premium High Speed HDMI Cables

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CSR 6

Captive Screw to RCA Female Audio Adapter

UTM 100 Series

Under Table Mounts for 1U and 2U Full Rack Width Products

HDMI Ultra Series

Ultra Flexible Premium High Speed HDMI Cables

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	DSC HD-3G A	HDMI to 3G-SDI Scaler with Audio Embedding
	DSC HD-HD 4K PLUS A	HDMI to HDMI 4K/60 Scalers with Audio Embedding and De‑Embedding
	DVS 605	Five Input HDCP-Compliant Scaler with Seamless Switching
	IN1604	Four Input HDCP-Compliant Scaler
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	IN1804 Series	Four Input 4K/60 Seamless Scaling Switchers
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	IN1808 Series	Eight Input 4K/60 Seamless Presentation Switchers
	RGB-HDMI 300 A	RGB and Stereo Audio to HDMI Scaler

SIMILAR PRODUCTS

DSC 301 HD

Three Input Compact HDCP-Compliant Video Scaler

DSC 3G-HD A

3G-SDI to HDMI Scaler with Audio Embedding

DSC 401

4K/60 HDMI to HDMI Scalers

DSC HD-3G A

HDMI to 3G-SDI Scaler with Audio Embedding

DSC HD-HD 4K PLUS A

HDMI to HDMI 4K/60 Scalers with Audio Embedding and De‑Embedding

DVS 605

Five Input HDCP-Compliant Scaler with Seamless Switching

IN1604

Four Input HDCP-Compliant Scaler

IN1608 xi

Eight Input HDCP-Compliant Scaling Presentation Switcher with DTP Extension

IN1804 Series

Four Input 4K/60 Seamless Scaling Switchers

IN1806

Six Input 4K/60 Seamless Presentation Switcher

IN1808 Series

Eight Input 4K/60 Seamless Presentation Switchers

RGB-HDMI 300 A

RGB and Stereo Audio to HDMI Scaler

Specifications

IN1606

Video input

Number/signal type

2 RGB, RGBcvS, component video (YUVi or YUVp/HDTV), S-video, composite video
4 HDMI digital video

Connectors

2 female 15-pin HD
4 female HDMI

Equalization

Automatic

Input cable length

Up to 75' (22.9 m) for all supported input rates

Nominal level

1 Vp-p for Y of component video and S-video, and for composite video
0.7 Vp-p for RGB and for R-Y and B-Y of component video
0.3 Vp-p for C of S-video

Minimum/maximum levels

Analog: 0.0 V to 1.0 Vp-p with no offset at unity gain

Impedance

75 ohms

Horizontal frequency

15 kHz to 100 kHz

Vertical frequency

24 Hz to 75 Hz

Resolution range

640x480 to 1600x1200 and 1920x1200* NTSC, PAL, SECAM, 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, and 2k
*reduced blanking

Return loss

>30 dB @ 5 MHz

DC offset (max. allowable)

1.5 V

Standards

NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, SECAM, DVI 1.0, HDMI 1.3, HDCP 1.4

Video processing

Decoder

12 bit digital (3D-adaptive comb filter)

Analog sampling

12 bits per color; 13.5 MHz standard (video) 170 MHz standard (RGB)

Digital pixel data bit depth

8, 10, or 12 bits per channel; 165 MHz pixel clock (HDMI)

Colors

1 billion (10 bit processing)

Video output

Number/signal type

2 HDMI

Connectors

2 female HDMI

HDMI peripheral device power

200 mA per output

Scaled resolution

640x480^6,8,9, 800x600^6,8,9, 852x480^6,8,9, 1024x768^6,8,9, 1024x852^6,8,9, 1024x1024^6,8,9,1280x768^6,8,9, 1280x800^6,8,9, 1280x1024^6,8,9, 1360x765^6,8,9, 1360x768^6,8,9, 1365x768^6,8,9, 1365x1024^6,8,9, 1366x768^6,8,9,1400x1050^6,8, 1440x900^6,8,9, 1600x900^6,8, 1600x1200^6,8, 1680x1050^6,8, 1920x1200^6,8
HDTV 480p^7,8, 576p⁶, 720p^3,4,5,6,7,8, 1080i^6,7,8, 1080p^{1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8}, 2048x1080^{1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8}
¹ = at 23.98 Hz, ² = at 24 Hz, ³ = at 25 Hz,⁴ = at 29.97 Hz, ⁵ = 30 Hz, ⁶ = at 50 Hz, ⁷ = at 59.94 Hz, ⁸ = at 60 Hz, ⁹ = at 75 Hz

Standards

DVI 1.0, HDMI 1.3, HDCP 1.4

Sync

Input type

RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RGBcvS, bi-level or tri-level component video

Input standards

NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, SECAM

Input level

2.75 V to 5.0 Vp-p for RGBHV or RGBS
0.6 Vp-p for component video with tri-level sync
0.3 Vp-p for component video with bi-level sync or RGsB

Input impedance

Horizontal: 510 ohms
Vertical: 510 ohms

Max. input voltage

5.0 Vp-p

Audio

Gain

Unbalanced output: -6 dB; balanced output: 0 dB

Frequency response

20 Hz to 20k Hz, ±0.5 dB

THD + Noise

<0.1%, 20 Hz to 20k Hz at nominal level

S/N

>90 dB at maximum balanced output (unweighted)

Crosstalk

≤-80 dB @ 1 kHz, fully loaded

Stereo channel separation

>80 dB @ 1 kHz

Bass

+12 dB to -24 dB @ 100 Hz

Treble

+12 dB to -24 dB @ 8 kHz

Supported formats

Analog de-embedding

LPCM-2Ch

HDMI pass-through

LPCM up to 7.1/24-bit/192 kHz, Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, and Dolby legacy formats
DTS:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS 96/24, and DTS legacy formats

Audio input

Number/signal type

6 stereo line balanced or unbalanced
2 mono mic/line balanced or unbalanced (with available phantom power)
4 stereo, de-embedded from HDMI (PCM only)

Connectors

(6) 3.5 mm, 5 pole captive screw connectors for Line
(2) 3.5 mm, 3 pole captive screw connector for Mic/Line
4 female HDMI type A

Impedance

>10k ohms unbalanced, >20k ohms balanced

Nominal level

Line inputs: +4 dBu, -10 dBV, adjustable
Mic/line inputs: -60 dBV, +4 dBu, -10 dBV, adjustable

Maximum level

+21 dBu at rated THD+N when input gain is set to 0 dB

CMRR

>80 dB @ 1 kHz

Input gain adjustment

Line inputs: -18 dB to +24 dB, 0.1 dB steps, adjustable per input
Mic/line inputs: -18 dB to +60 dB, 0.1 dB steps, adjustable per input
LPCM-2Ch: -18 dB to +24 dB, 0.1 dB steps, adjustable per input

DC phantom power

+48 VDC ±10% (can be switched on or off per Mic/line input)

Audio output

Number/signal type

1 balanced or unbalanced stereo (variable)
1 balanced or unbalanced stereo; can be configured as stereo or two independently mixed mono channels
2 HDMI embedded

Connectors

(2) 3.5 mm captive screw connectors, 5 pole
2 female HDMI

Impedance

50 ohms unbalanced, 100 ohms balanced

Gain error

±0.5 dB channel to channel

Maximum level (Hi-Z)

>+21 dBu, balanced; >+15 dBu, unbalanced

Output volume range

0 to -100 dB in 0.1 dB steps

Control/remote

Serial control port

1 bidirectional RS-232: 1 rear panel 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 3 pole

Baud rate and protocol

9600, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity (default)

USB control ports

1 front panel female mini USB B

USB standards

USB 2.0, high speed

Ethernet control port

1 female RJ-45 connector

Ethernet data rate

10/100Base-T, half/full duplex with autodetect

Ethernet protocol

ARP, DHCP, DNS, HTTP (redirect), HTTPS, IEEE 802.1X, ICMP, NTP, SFTP, SMTP, SNMP, SSH, TCP/IP, Telnet, UDP/IP

Program control

Extron control/configuration program for Windows^®Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS^™)
Microsoft^® Internet Explorer^®, Telnet

General

Power supply

Internal
Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz

Power consumption

Full load

26 watts

Power save mode

<14 watts

Ambient temperature/humidity

Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing
Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to +50 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing

Cooling

Passive, side and top vents

Thermal dissipation

Full load

68.7 BTU/hr

Power save mode

45.4 BTU/hr

Mounting

Rack mount

Yes, with included, pre-installed brackets

Enclosure type

Metal

Enclosure dimensions

1.72" H x 17.5" W x 9.5" D (1U high, full rack wide)
(44 mm H x 444 mm W x 241 mm D)
(Depth excludes connectors and knobs. Width excludes rack ears.)

Product weight

4.9 lbs (2.2 kg)

Regulatory compliance

CE, c-UL, UL, C-tick, FCC Class A, ICES, VCCI, RoHS, WEEE

Product warranty

3 years parts and labor

Everlast power supply warranty

7 years parts and labor

NOTE	All nominal levels are at ±10%.

NOTE	Specifications are subject to change without notice.

(5940-D13)

Shipping Dimensions and Weights
Part #	Height	Width	Depth	Weight
60-1081-01	5.25" (13.3 cm)	14.75" (37.5 cm)	22.0" (55.9 cm)	7.7 lbs (3.49 kg)

IN1606

Six Input Multi-Format Video Switcher

Built to Handle Digital Video

High Performance Video Processing

Advanced Audio Capabilities

Multiple Options for Control and Operation

Features

Specifications

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