
Features
All-In-One Presentation Switcher in a 3 RU Box –Controller, matrix switcher, scaler, analog to digital
converter, amplifier, plus twisted pair distribution and professional-grade audio DSP
HDMI/HDCP Switching with Simplicity of Analog –End-to-end distribution of HDMI/HDCP without
interruption or key constraints using InstaGate Pro Technology
Matrix Switching –Freely route any input to any or all outputs without blocking - 10x4 video switcher and
14x4 audio switcher with audio breakaway
SmartScale Technology –Automatically responds to the display's declared EDID information and scales the
video to the best resolution and video parameters for that display without manual setup; this prevents
inferior video quality when sources are forced to lower resolutions to support the least capable display in the
system
AV and Control Over Twisted Pair –Send and receive audio, video, bi-directional control and Ethernet up to
100m over one standard twisted pair cable
Analog to Digital Video Conversion With Scaled Outputs –Converts any source signal to digital and uses
SmartScale Technology to automatically output video that is perfectly scaled for each connected display
Saves Energy –Includes features that dramatically reduce energy utilization. Use the interactive DVX Energy
Savings Calculator to estimate savings for your particular configuration
Game Changing Device –Standardizing on this box reduces Total Cost of Ownership
Dealer Benefits
HDCP Made Easy as Analog - No more time-consuming, cumbersome work-around tools to address HDCP
key caching and resolution incompatibilities
Fully Integrated Solution –All-in-one design simplifies system design, reduces programming time, and saves
time and effort in installation
Professional Grade Audio –Simplifies installation with built-in DSP, eliminating the need for an external
audio processor
Customer Benefits
Reduce Costs and Save Space –Realize significant cost savings and space savings with the DVX-3156's all-in-
one-design compared to purchasing individual components
Picture Perfect with No Delay –Delivers clean, crisp digital video to any display immediately upon request
Designed with Flexibility For the Future - Built for today's AV needs, but ready for tomorrow's future
advanced needs including 3D video and surround sound
Additional Features
All-In-One Presentation Switcher –Replaces the need for numerous individual components and equipment,
allowing installers to save time and effort in configuring and programming
InstaGate Pro Technology –Easily integrate HDCP into system designs and enjoy hassle-free matrix switching
to all compliant displays; no tools, no delays, and no key constraints –it just works
Multi-Format Ports –Built for analog signals - RGBHV, Component, S-Video, and Composite, and digital
HDMI/HDCP and DVI signals - all on the same connector
Built-in Professional Grade Audio DSP –Integrated digital signal processor's advanced capabilities, like
independent 10-band parametric EQ, independent input gain adjustments and variable compression, allow
precision tuning to match unique source and room attributes
3D Support - Pass through latest video formats including 3D and Deep Color
Surround Sound Support - Pass through high definition surround sound including DTS-HD and Dolby TrueHD
DXLinkTM Twisted Pair Outputs - Send audio, video, bi-directional control and Ethernet to DXLink HDMI
Receivers up to 100m away over one twisted pair cable
DXLink Twisted Pair Inputs - Receive audio and video from DXLink HDMI and Multi-Format Transmitters and
deliver bi-directional control, Ethernet and power up to 100m away over one twisted pair cable –for more
details and helpful cabling information, reference the white paper titled Cabling for Success with DXLink, or
contact your AMX representative
Audio Breakaway - Stereo audio from any analog input or de-embedded from any HDMI input can be broken
away from its associated video, processed through the DSP, and switched independently to any analog, HDMI
or S/PDIF audio output