Extron Electronics announced today the FOX T UWP 302, a two-input fiber optic transmitter for long haul transmission of HDCP-compliant HDMI, RGBHV or HD component video and stereo audio signals over fiber optic cabling. Extron says this Decora-style wall plate transmitter uses all digital technology to provide perfect pixel-for-pixel transmission of images up to 1920×1200, […]

Extron has launched the DTP HDMI 230 twisted pair extender for transmission of HDMI, audio and bidirectional RS-232 and IR control signals up to 230 feet (70 meters) over a single Cat5-type cable. It’s priced at about 15 percent less than the company’s other longer-distance models. The HDCP-compliant extender provides an economical means for extending […]

Extron’s new DDX 102 Dual Link DVI Fiber Optic Extender is a tiny (only 1.5″ x 2.8″ x 0.6″) transmitter and receiver set for long haul delivery of DVI signals over fiber optic cabling. Extron says it uses all-digital technology to deliver pixel-for-pixel transmission of video images up to 2560×1600 resolutions, including HDTV 1080p/60. The […]

Extron’s new DMP 128 Digital Matrix Processor is a 12×8 audio mixer featuring Extron ProDSP, automixing, I/O expansion capabilities and available AEC (acoustic echo cancellation). AEC prevents audio at the near end from being returned to the far end as echo, ensuring clear, natural conversations for far end participants. The DMP 128 offers a configuration […]

Extron has started shipping both the SW2 DP (two-input DisplayPort switcher) and the DP DA2 (two-output DisplayPort distribution amplifier). They are both HDCP-compliant, supporting data rates up to 10.8 Gbps and computer resolutions up to 2560×1600 @ 60 Hz, including HDTV 1080p/60. The SW2 DP and DP DA2 feature EDID Minder, an Extron-exclusive technology that […]

Extron is shipping its new FOX USB Extender, a fiber optic transmitter and receiver set capable of extending USB 2.0 signals over very long distances. Peripheral devices can be located up to 10 km (6.25 miles) from the host computer. The FOX USB Extender is an efficient solution for professional AV system designs that require […]

Extron’s new Extender Plus VGA and Audio Line Driver with EDID Minder is a one input, one buffered output line driver that extends VGA-QXGA and HDTV component video along with audio signals up to 250 feet (75 meters). Unbalanced computer stereo audio is converted to balanced, line level stereo audio to eliminate noise usually associated with unbalanced audio when distributed […]

Extron just started shipping its PowerCage FOX HDMI fiber optic extender, a modular transmitter and receiver set that enables long distance transmission of HDCP-compliant HDMI, audio and control signals over fiber optic cabling. Using Extron’s all-digital technology, it allows for resolutions up to 1920×1200 resolution, including HDTV 1080p/60, to be processed. Features include Key Minder, […]

Extron Electronics today announced that its HDMI Input and Output Cards, which add HDMI connectivity and HDCP compliance to the Extron Quantum Elite Videowall Processing System, are now shipping. These cards enable presentation of Blu-ray Disc, digital satellite or cable, and other HDCP-encrypted sources on HDCP-compliant displays. The Quantum HDMI Input Cards accept two HDMI […]

Extron is shipping the FOXBOX HDMI fiber optic transmitter and receiver set for long haul transmission of HDCP-compliant HDMI video, audio and RS-232 control signals over fiber optic cabling. The fiber optic transmitter and receiver use Extron-exclusive all digital technology to deliver performance with signals up to 1920×1200, including HDTV 1080p/60. Available in multimode and […]

Extron is now shipping the SM 3, a compact, fast-installing flush mount speaker featuring the Extron SpeedMount System. This 8-ohm speaker features a 3″ (7.6 cm) full-range driver and tuned bass port, a wide frequency response of 75 Hz to 18 kHz, plus a power rating of 15 watts continuous pink noise and 30 watts […]

Extron has launched the XTP System Certification program for AV system designers and integrators. The program consists of online and instructor-led training for design and implementation of enterprise-wide digital systems based on Extron’s XTP CrossPoint Systems. XTP CrossPoint is a flexible signal switching and distribution system for local and remote devices that provides a completely […]

Extron has started to ship the FOX AEX 108, an eight-port fiber optic audio extractor for independent processing and routing of audio signals in a fiber optic AV distribution system. Each fiber optic input port extracts the two-channel audio signal to provide analog balanced or unbalanced stereo audio. Available in multimode and singlemode models, the […]

Extron today launched the SW2 DP two-input DisplayPort switcher, as well as the DP DA2 two-output DisplayPort distribution amplifier. They are HDCP compliant and support data rates up to 10.8 Gbps and computer resolutions up to 2560×1600 at 60 Hz, including HDTV 1080p/60. The SW2 DP and DP DA2 feature EDID Minder, which maintains continuous […]

Extron just added three new models to the Retractor series, a cable retraction system for Extron Cable Cubby series cable access enclosures. The Retractor provides a discreet solution for accessing AV cable connections and then storing them. New models include the Retractor VGA-A, which combines VGA and 3.5mm stereo audio in a single Retractor module, […]

Extron has started shipping the DVS 605, a  video scaler that includes three HDMI inputs, two universal analog video inputs with auto-format detection, plus simultaneous HDMI and analog high resolution outputs. The DVS 605 accepts a wide variety of video formats including HDMI with HDCP, HDTV, RGB and standard definition video. It features Extron video […]

Extron has expanded the Extron Institute On-The-Road schedule and six new locations, which include Columbus in May, Philadelphia in June, St. Louis in July and August, Calgary, Alberta in August, Montreal, Quebec in October, and Denver in November. With the expanded North America schedule, Extron will now offer over 50 instructor-led training courses in 2012. […]

Extron this week launched the HDMI DA2, a one-input, two-output distribution amplifier for HDMI video and embedded multi-channel digital audio. The HDMI DA2 supports HDMI at 6.75 Gbps, Deep Color up to 12-bit, 3D, Lip Sync and HD lossless audio formats. This HDCP-compliant distribution amplifier supports all HDTV rates including 1080p/60 and PC resolutions up […]

Extron announced yesterday that it’s started to ship the XTRA Series XPA 4002-70V two channel power amplifier. This 1U, convection cooled amplifier delivers 400 watts rms per channel for 70 volt distributed speakers. It uses a new advanced Class D amplifier design using Extron’s patented CDRS – Class D Ripple Suppression technology that the company […]

Extron has announced the immediate availability of MediaLink for iPad. MediaLink for iPad is an AV control system App designed for the Apple iPad. It provides users with an additional point of control for up to twelve rooms with an installed Ethernet-enabled MediaLink controller, such as the MLC 104 IP Plus or the MLC 226 […]

Extron has started shipping the SME 100, a live H.264 encoder for streaming audio, video, and computer-video signals over IP networks. The SME 100 employs standards-based H.264 / MPEG-4 AVC compression and outputs an IP stream that can easily be decoded and viewed on desktop or laptop PCs. It is designed specifically to address the […]

Yesterday Extron made the surprising announcement that it will no longer exhibit at InfoComm USA or ISE. InfoComm will take place this June in Las Vegas, and ISE is each February in Amsterdam. Both shows have had record-breaking years recently, in terms of attendance and number of exhibitors, with Extron having one of the largest […]

The Extron VGA SM/6 “Show Me” Control Cable is an optional cable that provides remote input connection and selection for Extron VSW 2VGA A and SW VGA Ars switchers. The cable features a female 15-pin HD connector and a 3.5 mm stereo audio jack for VGA and stereo audio. Operation is simple and convenient — […]

Extron this month launched the new FOX AEX 108, an eight-port fiber optic audio extractor for independent processing and routing of audio signals in a fiber optic AV distribution system. Each port accepts signals from a FOX Series transmitter to extract a two-channel analog audio signal for processing, and then re-transmits the original signal to […]

Middle Atlantic Products, in conjunction with Extron Electronics, is initiating and supporting the establishment of a new standard for half-width rack systems for AV integration. Working in cooperation with the Electronic Components Industry Association (ECIA), Extron and Middle Atlantic are seeking to establish and maintain a specific ECIA standard for what has typically been offered […]

Extron has just raised the bar much higher with its new XTRA Series XPA 4002 two-channel power amplifier, a 1U, convection-cooled (a first in our industry at this performance) amplifier that delivers 400-watts rms per channel, and is available in low impedance and 70 volt versions. The XPA 4002 is an ENERGY STAR qualified amplifier […]

Extron’s newly designed 7-inch configurable01 touchpanels, the TLP 710MV, TLP 710TV, and TLP 710CV are now shipping. Each TLP 710 Series touchpanel has an 800×480 resolution touch screen, incorporates PoE (Power over Ethernet) and has a built-in MTP (Twisted Pair receiver), which accepts either S-video or composite video signals over standard CAT 5 cable. They […]

Extron has announced the availability of its new Design Guides – designed as technical resources for system designers and integrators. Design guides offer an educational overview of key technologies used within AV systems, along with best practices for successful deployment. Each guide also includes sample system designs from common AV environments, equipment requirements and detailed […]

At InfoComm, Extron introduced the all-new Quantum HDMI Input and Output Cards that add HDMI connectivity and HDCP compliance to the Extron Quantum Elite and Quantum Connect Videowall Processing Systems. They enable presentation of Blu-ray Disc, digital satellite or cable, and other HDCP-encrypted sources on HDCP-compliant displays. The Quantum HDMI Input Cards accept two HDMI […]

Last month, Extron launched the SME 100, a live H.264 encoder for streaming audio, video and computer-video signals via the network. The SME 100 employs standards-based H.264/MPEG-4 AVC encoding and outputs an IP stream that can easily be decoded and viewed on desktop or laptop PCs. It is designed specifically to address the input requirements […]

InfoComm International announced recently that Extron president and founder Andrew Edwards has been awarded the Adele De Berri Pioneers of AV Award. The award is designed to recognize individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to the formation of the AV industry. Over nearly three decades, Edwards’ vision and leadership have made Extron one of the […]

Extron’s new XTP CrossPoint System is really a totally new way of signal switching and distribution for multiple digital and analog formats. XTP CrossPoint Systems support local connectivity as well as extended transmission capability for sending high resolution video, audio, RS-232, Ethernet and power up to 330 feet (100 m) over a single Cat5 cable. […]