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Extron Ships Two and Four Input HDMI Switchers

swhdmilc-0710Extron is now shipping the SW HDMI LC two and four input switchers. These switchers support HDMI 1.3 specification features, including data rates up to 6.75 Gbps, Deep Color, Lip Sync, and HD lossless audio formats. HDCP compliance ensures interoperability with other HDCP-compliant devices. The switchers support all HDTV rates including 1080p/60 with 12-bit Deep Color, and PC resolutions up to 1920×1200. Front panel LED indicators provide visual confirmation of signal presence. Input cable equalization for each input compensates for cables up to 50 feet in length. The SW HDMI LC switchers are ideal for sending HDMI video and embedded multi-channel digital audio to a single display.
The switchers also supply +5 VDC, 250mA on the HDMI output, providing power for peripheral devices. Control options allow for easy integration into a variety of environments. These include front panel control, auto-input switching, IR, and RS-232 control. The SW HDMI LC switchers are housed in rack-mountable 1U, half rack width metal enclosures.

For more information, go to http://www.extron.com/product/product.aspx?id=swhdmilc&s=0

HDMI, as I mentioned in my last column, has been a problem in switching and distribution for rentals – but it looks like our major manufacturers (such as Extron) are stepping up to fill the gaps. It’s nice to have some (outwardly) simple choices like these available.
–JRR

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