SWITCHERS

MLS 406 Series

The Extron MLS 406 Series are simple-to-use, six input, multi-format

switchers that provide computer-video, S-video, and composite video

switching, along with stereo audio input switching. Each switcher includes a

line level input and a fixed and variable preamp output, with select models

offering audio amplification. For enhanced operation, ease of room control,

and simplified system integration, MLS 406 switchers can be controlled via

a TouchLink™ Control System or MediaLink® Controller.

SIX INPUT SWITCHERS WITH AUDIO

A Controllable via TouchLink™ Control System, MediaLink® Controller, front panel buttons, or RS-232

A Local monitor output

A Audio input gain and attenuation

A Fixed and variable preamp line level audio outputs

A Auxiliary/mix input

A Available with integrated stereo or mono 70 volt power amplifier

A Loudness control

A Triple-Action Switching™ for RGB delay

A Front panel security lockout

A Rack-mountable, 1U, full rack width metal enclosure

A Internal universal power supply

SPECIFICATIONSDESCRIPTION

For complete specifications, please go to www.extron.comSpecifications are subject to change without notice.

VIDEOBandwidth 280 MHz (-3 dB)

VIDEO INPUT AND LOOP THROUGHNumber/signal type 3 RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs

1 RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs local monitor loop-through 3 S-video 3 composite video

VIDEO OUTPUTNumber/signal type 1 RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs (follows input)

1 S-video 1 composite video

SYNCInput type RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBsOutput type RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs (follows input)Standards NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, SECAM

AUDIO INPUTNumber/signal type 5 stereo, unbalanced (inputs 1-3, 5, 6)

1 stereo, balanced/unbalanced (input 4) 1 Aux/Mix balanced/unbalanced mono (nonswitchable)

AUDIO OUTPUT — LINEOUT AND PREAMPNumber/signal type 2 (1 Lineout/fixed and 1 Preamp/variable) stereo/mono,

balanced/unbalancedConnectors (2) 3.5 mm captive screw connectors, 5 pole

AUDIO OUTPUT — Mono power amp (MLS 406MA only)Number/signal type (1) monoMaximum power outputDirect (4/8 ohm) 20 watts max. (continuous)Transformer (70/100 V) 16 watts max. (continuous), transformer coupled

AUDIO OUTPUT — Stereo power amp (MLS 406SA only)Number/signal type (1) stereo (default) or dual mono (configured via software)Maximum power outputDirect (4 ohm) 24 watts max. (continuous), 12 watts (rms) per channelDirect (8 ohm) 16 watts max. (continuous), 8 watts (rms) per channel

CONTROL/REMOTE — SWITCHERSerial control port RS-232, 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5 pole

(uses 3 poles)

GENERALPower Internal

Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 48 watt power supplyEnclosure type MetalEnclosure dimensions 1.75" H x 17.5" W x 8.5" D (1U high, full rack wide)

4.4 cm H x 44.4 cm W x 21.6 cm D (Depth excludes connectors and knob.  Width excludes rack ears.)

Model Version Description Part numberMLS 406 Variable Preamp Audio Output 60-560-01MLS 406MA Mono Audio Amplifier 60-560-02MLS 406SA Stereo Audio Amplifier 60-560-03

UNITED STATES EUROPE ASIA MIDDLE EAST

Anaheim, CA • Raleigh, NC • Dal las, TX • Washington, DC • London • Par is • Amersfoor t, NL Frank fur t • Dubai • S ingapore • Seoul • Shanghai • Bei j ing • Tokyo • Bangalore

Worldwide Sales Of�ces

+800.633.9876Inside USA/Canada

+1.714.491.1500

+800.3987.6673Inside Europe

+31.33.453.4040

+800.7339.8766Inside Asia

+65.6383.4400

+971.4.2991800

RS-232/MLC/IR

Tx Rx IR12V

AB

C

PREAMP

100-240V

1.0A MAX.

50-60Hz

4

AUDIO INPUTS

LINE LEVEL

MONO

AUDIO

AUDIO

LINEOUT

AUX/MIX

ADJUST

-42dB

TO

+24dB

L

R

L

R

L

R

1

2

3

INPUTS

OUTPUTS

VIDEO

H

V

B

G

R

Y

1

2

3

INPUTS

MONITOR OUT

4

5

6

C

L

R

L

R

L

R

AMPLIFIED OUTPUT

RIGHT

LEFT

R

DISPLAY 1

2

3

4

5

6

VOLUMECONFIG

IR

ON

OFF

AUTO

IMAGE

VCR

DVD

PC

MLC 226 IP

OFF

PC

ON

DVD

VCR

LAPTOP

MUTE

AUTO

IMAGE

DOC

CAM

RGBHV

RGBHV&Audio

S-video

Video

Audio

AudioAudio

AudioVideo

Video

ExtronMLS 406SA Switcher

Document CameraVCRDVD

RGBHV

RS-232SwitcherControl

RS-232 or IR ProjectorControl

ExtronMLC 226 IPEnhanced MediaLinkController

ExtronSI 26Surface-MountSpeakersProjector

Laptopw/ Audio

PC

The MLS 406 Series switchers provide three configurable 15-pin HD inputs to support RGBHV, S-video, or composite video sources with 15-pin HD local monitor loop-through. Three additional inputs are configurable to accept S-video or composite video signals, and all inputs support stereo audio. A line level mono audio auxiliary/mix input is available for consumer and professional audio sources such as a wireless microphone receiver for mixing with the selected input. The MLS 406 switchers also feature audio input gain and attenuation for each input plus loudness control and master volume control through the front panel or via RS-232.

Audio outputs include two preamp balanced or unbalanced audio outputs, one fixed and one variable, which can be configured for mono or stereo output via RS-232. The MLS 406SA provides an integrated audio amplifier with 24 watts, 2 x 12 watts rms, for 4 ohm speakers and 16 watts, 2 x 8 watts rms, for 8 ohm speakers. The MLS 406MA features a 20-watt, rms, integrated mono amplifier for 4 or 8 ohm or 16 watts, rms, for 70/100 volt distributed audio systems. Like the line level outputs, the integrated audio amplifiers can be configured via RS-232 for stereo or dual mono output.

FEATURES

A Controllable via TouchLink™ Control System, MediaLink® Controller, front panel buttons, or RS-232

A Available with integrated stereo or mono 70 volt power amplifier

A Auxiliary/mix input

A Fixed and variable preamp line level audio outputs

A Triple-Action Switching™ for RGB delay

A Front panel security lockout

11-201168-2196-01 REV. ALetter - English - NP

APPLICATION DIAGRAM

© 2011 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved. All trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. Prices and specifications subject to change without notice.