Used Barco PDS Series

The Barco PDS Series is a range of seamless digital switchers designed for fast, high-quality source switching across analog and digital formats. The series covers four models: the PDS-701 3G, PDS-901 3G, PDS-902 and PDS-902 3G. All models accept universal analog and 3G/HD/SD SDI inputs and support resolutions from NTSC/PAL up to WUXGA and all HD formats, making them suited to presentation and live event use.

The four models share a common foundation of one 3G/HD/SD SDI input and four universal analog inputs, but they differ in DVI connectivity. The 3G variants, PDS-901 3G and PDS-902 3G, each include four DVI-I inputs with full HDCP 1.0 support, while the PDS-701 3G carries two DVI-I inputs. The PDS-902 sits alongside the 3G models but the 3G designation signals the higher-specification SDI and DVI input handling across those variants.

The PDS Series supports auxiliary control from Encore and ScreenPRO-II controllers. This allows the switcher to be integrated into larger presentation or staging setups where a dedicated controller is already in use, rather than relying solely on direct operation of the unit itself.

Barco is a Belgian visualisation technology company with a broad portfolio covering large-venue projection, LED video walls and image processing for entertainment, staging and control room environments. The PDS Series sits within its live-event and presentation toolset as an accessible, mid-tier seamless switching solution, offering digital and analog input flexibility in a slim 1 RU format at a price point positioned below higher-end Barco processing hardware.

Confirm which of the four models you are buying, as input count and DVI capability vary across the range. Check that the USB port for software download is functional, that all analog, SDI and DVI inputs are working, and that logo store and PIP modes operate correctly. Used units may or may not include a flight case. Listings on this page carry a 21-day warranty covering major functional faults; full details are in the buying guide at https://www.10kused.com/used-av-equipment-guide/.