MGP Pro Series • Introduction
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Introduction
This section provides an overview of the MGP Pro Multi-Graphic Processors, including
information about the following:
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About the MGP Pro Series Multi-Graphic Processors
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About this Guide
This guide discusses how to install, configure, and operate the Extron MGP Pro Series and
the multi-graphic processors.
Throughout this guide, the terms “MGP,” “MGP Pro,” and “processor” are used
interchangeably to refer to both the MGP 464 Pro DI and MGP 464 Pro 3G-SDI models of
the products.
About the MGP Pro Series Multi-Graphic Processors
The MGP Pro Series are multi-window, high resolution signal processors that can display
signals from multiple video sources simultaneously on a single screen in picture-in-picture
or picture-by-picture format. The MGPs combine high performance graphics scaling with
customizable picture-in-picture functionality.
The MGP Pro models can display up to four windows. The MGPs accept RGB, HDTV,
component, S-video, and composite video signals on 4 fully-configurable inputs and 15
virtual inputs. They have 1 scaled output. The processors can switch among inputs, and
provide a full range of picture controls for each window. Configurations can be saved as
presets and recalled as needed.
The following models are available:
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MGP 464 Pro DI
— This is the MGP 464 Pro with an HDMI input card installed,
providing four HDMI input connectors.
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MGP 464 Pro 3G-SDI
— This is the MGP 464 Pro with two 3G/HD-SDI inputs and two
HDMI inputs.
All HDMI inputs and outputs on these models support High-bandwidth Digital Content
Protection (HDCP).
All models can be controlled remotely via the serial interfaces using the Extron Simple
Instruction Set (SIS) commands or the Windows-based control software, or via an Ethernet
LAN using the MGP Pro embedded web pages, SIS commands, or the control software.
