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nent in your video chain every time something new comes out; it's
better to be able to swap in 1 item at a time, such as a new scope.
Speaking of which, what happens if a surgeon wants to use a different scope than the brand of camera on the end? For us, it's not a problem. We specifically sought a system with cameras that are compatible with any scope. In addition, ensure that the new system is also laterally compatible with different kinds of video feeds. New products
are HDMI — but S-video, composite and DVI are still around, and you
want to use devices you already own with those connections.
Finally, good service is invaluable. The manufacturer we worked
with had everything built outside, then brought in the equipment and
