Audio Authority 1156
6x1 HD Component Video and Audio Switcher
Audio Authority 1156 HD AutoSelector Switch for Component Video and Audio
This is the Audio Authority 1156 High-Definition AutoSelector. With the 1156, Audio Authority has built upon their proven electronic switching technology to create a stylish switcher that is right at home in the finest A/V systems. This elegant 6x1 switcher easily handles high-bandwidth component video at up to 1080p, as well as digital audio, and stereo analog audio.
The switcher comes with an IR remote control and may also be controlled via RS-232, making it ideal for sophisticated system integration. This versatile unit can stand alone, or can be rack-mounted using the 1192 rackmount kit.
But that is only the beginning - the 1156 is a modular device, so it can be combined with other devices in the same product family, such as the 1170BK CAT-5 MultiDriver Expander, 1176 CAT-5 Matrix Router, 9878 Stainless Steel Wallplates, 9879 Decora® wallplates, or 9880 enclosed receivers.
If you are looking for the finest HDTV switching solution, the high level of performance, expandability and flexibility offered by the Audio Authority 1156 is hard to beat!
Like most Audio Authority products, the 1166 comes with a one year limited warranty from the manufacturer.
Audio Authority's Description
6:1 High Definition Audio/Video Switcher
Model 1156
Highly customizable display readout lists source names, and PC setup application allows for easy programming. Firmware upgradeable, and rack mountable, this high bandwidth switcher is compatible with resolutions up to 1080p.
Model 1156 is a six input, one output High Definition AutoSelector, one in a family of products for the home or commercial facilities. Whether your application requires switching and control, or a full-fledged matrix* for HD signal distribution, the 1156 manages all the AV activities in your household or business environment.
- Six inputs, one output
- Component video, digital and analog audio (Model 1166 adds DVI-HDCP)
- Component video resolutions up to 1080p
- ConnectModel 1176 to gain matrix routing* capability
- IR remote control included, learns IR and is RS-232 capable
- Vacuum fluorescent display
- Displays custom names for each source input
- Rack mountable
This product's details are too numerous to list here, so download the product brochure PDF to see complete information on the 1156 and the other products in the family. Download the 1156 user manual PDF here.
* About Matrix Routing Capability
Combine the 1156 with Model 1176 Expander and Model 9878 Wallplates to provide matrix
routing capability over Cat 5 cable. The 1176 delivers audio and video signals to Cat 5
Wallplates (Model 9878) up to 1,000 feet away. Each of the six Wallplate locations provides
independent access to any of the six sources connected to the 1156. Call for more details or
to place an order.
Product Dimensions: 16.5 x 9.75 x 4.5 (LxWxH, inches)
Downloads
- 1156/66 User Manual (PDF file)
- PC Setup Utility (168K application zip file) [links to AAC site]
- Latest 1156/1166 Firmware Update [links to AAC site]
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