PureLink’s Media Axis™ 2

1. Dante™ Audio: The MAX2 seamlessly distributes high-quality, uncompressed audio signals throughout its system. Dante™ Audio integration allows coupling of any input/output to Dante™, offering cutting-edge audio distribution with low latency, automatic device discovery, and network redundancy.
2. Motore 2.0™: It provides full-featured 4K/60Hz 4:4:4 media processing and auto-scaling with frame rate conversion at every input/output card. Motore 2.0™ ensures flawless image reproduction on all displays, maintaining unparalleled compatibility and image quality without interruptions.
3. AirLift™ Cooling Technology: The AirLift™ cooling system employs modular fan blades for consistent and reliable airflow, directly cooling matrix components. These hot-swappable blades maintain ideal operating temperatures and are monitored through an intuitive front panel display.
4. Omni-Flex™ Modular Design: The MAX2 boasts a fully modular, adaptive, and scalable design with field-upgradable components, including hot-swappable I/O cards, AirLift™ cooling units, and power supplies. This design offers unprecedented flexibility, allowing users to customize and optimize their A/V systems effortlessly.
5. TAA Compliant: The MAX2 meets the stringent standards of government applications by adhering to the Trade Agreements Act. It is suitable for mission-critical applications and government contracts.

The MAX2 was developed to address the need for complete, uncompressed A/V distribution across diverse transport and extension standards. It provides designers, installers, and users of systems with:

1. Uncompressed Video/Audio: Ensures the highest quality video and audio without compromise, meeting the demands of content-rich environments.
2. Intuitive Setup and Control: Offers easy and intuitive setup and operation, allowing users to control the system from any 3rd party system using its rich and simplified API.

As for applications, the MAX2’s primary focus lies in fulfilling the requirements of mission-critical markets, where flawless and ultra-reliable signal distribution and processing are paramount. Whether seamlessly connecting life-saving devices in hospitals, empowering military control rooms for unparalleled command and control, or enabling revolutionary advancements in space exploration, PureLink’s MAX2 is meticulously engineered to excel in every mission-critical application imaginable.

In 2006, PureLink’s founder, Minsoo Park, invented HDCP matrix switching, marking the beginning of a series of advances in matrix switching. In 2012, PureLink launched PureMedia™ which became widely acclaimed as the world’s largest and most advanced cross-platform matrix switching solution. In 2018, PureLink released its Media Axis 1 platform, the world’s first transformative matrix switching platform supporting Ultra HD/4K via native and IP architectures.

Since their inception, the Media Axis 1 and PureMedia cross-platform matrix switchers have been installed in renowned venues and large facilities globally (including the United Nations General Assembly, FIFA Headquarters in Switzerland, the world’s largest superyacht, and the Miami Dolphins’ home stadium), consistently setting new standards in A/V technology.

Drawing upon over a decade of design and manufacturing breakthroughs from these predecessors, combined with invaluable user feedback, the MAX2 was conceived.

Bringing the MAX2 to market was an intricate process, drawing extensively from PureLink’s deep-rooted understanding of A/V technology and invaluable insights gained from previous models.

The foundation of the MAX2’s innovation was built upon proprietary PCB designs and exclusive chip partnerships established by PureLink. Continuous research within the mission-critical sector as well as direct engagement with users and industry experts played a vital role in shaping the MAX2, ensuring it not only met but also exceeded the rigorous standards of mission-critical environments. Subsequent beta-testing and ongoing collaboration with key users became integral phases in the MAX2’s development, resulting in a product that was fine-tuned to perfection.

Nonetheless, the developmental process of the MAX2 presented several difficulties. One of the central challenges revolved around the ambitious aim of constructing a dependable 288×288 frame equipped with 18G channels to accommodate all 576 connections. These connections were required to encompass a multitude of standards, including HDMI 2.0b, DisplayPort 1.2, HDBaseT 3.0, and more. The seamless integration and conversion of these diverse standards and technologies, alongside the complex tasks of up/down scaling and instantaneous seamless switching, demanded forward-looking design considerations. By systematically addressing these challenges and harnessing advanced engineering principles, the MAX2 emerged as a groundbreaking solution in signal distribution and processing.

The impact of the MAX2 on the market has been nothing short of transformative. It has empowered system integrators and end-users to rely on a single, comprehensive solution for virtually any application challenge. In the past, complex setups often required multiple components, resulting in intricate and often, cumbersome designs. MAX2 has changed this standard by offering a unified, all-encompassing solution that eliminates the need for such compromises. This groundbreaking system has quickly gained recognition as the go-to choice for sophisticated applications, thanks to its seamless adaptability, unparalleled reliability, and uncompromising performance. Clients have praised MAX2 for its ability to effortlessly meet their diverse needs, providing a level of confidence and satisfaction that was previously challenging to achieve in the world of A/V technology.

Ultimately, the Media Axis 2 by PureLink represents a revolutionary leap forward in the sphere of signal distribution and processing. The MAX2 is more than a product; it is the ultimate solution driving mission-critical industries forward. A paradigmatic solution arising from the culmination of PureLink’s history as a pioneer, capacity for technological innovation, forward-thinking design, and engineering expertise, the MAX2 redefines industry standards for reliability and performance, delivering exceptional results out in the field.