OOBAXS Brings High Definition KVM DVI Draco Matrix Switches to U.S

OOBAXS is bringing high definition (HD) KVM DVI Draco matrix switches capable of mixing both CATx and fiber optic connections between source and target to the U.S market.

IHSE Germany, a developer of HD DVI and KVM/Video extension and switching solutions, has manufactured the switches, while OOBAXS will provide installations, support and guidance on deployments at numerous post-production facilities.

“The Draco series is the fastest core switching product on the market,” said Alan Frank, technology strategist and founder of OOBAXS, adding that IHSE’s willingness to be a responsive partner with their end-users has led to the evolution of a product that is changing the way movies are made.

For “mission critical” server and computer access, the Draco offers DVI video extenders over CATx or Fiber, and also fiber optic HD-KVM matrix switches. Company officials said that the Draco features ZERO blocking, high speed switching, HD DVI to 1920x1200, and four HID.

Shapeshifter Post worked with OOBAXS to design and deploy a solution using Draco. Company officials said that it is the first post-production facility in Hollywood to embrace the high speed technology.

“We had been researching KVM Matrix switching/extension options for many months, and needed a robust solution that could support all our input devices without issue, including our Avid Symphony, DS, and Media Composer, as well as De Vinci Resolve, and Final Cut Pro workstations,” said Russo Anastasio, president of Shapeshifter Post.

Anastasio said that they knew that by installing the IHSE Draco, they would increase their productivity, but didn't realize the extent of that increase would be such a game changer.

Frank said that post-production tasks can be time consuming and draining on resources and typically depend on individual hardware and locations. He said that an editor may have traditionally worked in one bay for picture editing, but then would need to move to a new location to add in special effects or color-time.

“With the Draco, an entire production house worth of resources becomes accessible at any single end-point,” Frank said.

Earlier this month, IHSE announced that SHAPESHIFTER POST is the first client in Hollywood to embrace the newest IHSE high-speed HD-KVM switching solution.