The switch matrix uses connectors or fixtures to route signals from the sourcing and measurement equipment to the DUT.
RF Switch Matrices are also used heavily in the Television Broadcast market for the reception and re-broadcast of TV Channels.
Typically a cable television headend will contain a matrix to enable multiple dishes that are aligned to different satellites to be routed to a bank of receivers.
Many companies have introduced new product concepts that aid in custom switch matrix design.
The mainframe provides flexible mounting for switches and other components as well as blank front and rear panels that can be easily modified to fit a design need.