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. […]

Extron just debuted the new FOXBOX SR HDMI, a high-performance fiber optic-to-HDMI scaling receiver for the FOX Series of fiber optic transmitters. It accepts a fiber optic signal with audio, RS232 control, and HDCP-compliant HDMI, DVI, VGA, or YUV video, then scales the video to the optimal output resolution for the display. The FOXBOX SR […]

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 […]

Extron announced and showed at ISE its new FOXBOX HDMI, a fiber optic transmitter and receiver set for lengthy transmission of HDCP compliant HDMI video, audio, and RS-232 over fiber optic cabling. The device delivers images up to WUXGA (1920×1200) or HDTV 1080p/60. Available in multi-mode or single-mode models, the FOXBOX HDML includes Key Minder, […]

Sure, 80 percent of the attendees of this year’s ISE show in Amsterdam are European, but, it’s the sheer numbers of them that astounded me — and many others here at Integrated Systems Europe in February 2011. Literally almost 35,000 attendees scanned their badges as they walked into the 10 massive halls of AV exhibits […]

At ISE, Extron showcased two new larger, higher-resolution TouchLink Touchpanels. The TLP 1000MV and TLP 1000TV are fully configurable 10” touchpanels with a 1024×600 resolution. They incorporate an MTP – Twisted Pair receiver accepting either S-video or composite video input over standard Cat5 type cable. PoE allows the touchpanels to receive power via the Ethernet […]

Extron announced and showed at ISE its new FOXBOX HDMI, a fiber optic transmitter and receiver set for lengthy transmission of HDCP compliant HDMI video, audio, and RS-232 over fiber optic cabling. The device delivers images up to WUXGA (1920×1200) or HDTV 1080p/60. Available in multi-mode or single-mode models, the FOXBOX HDML includes Key Minder, […]

There’s an old saying common to many families that “anything that’s been done twice is a family tradition.” In ProAV installation it’s not too much of a stretch to state that what two manufacturers are doing is a trend. What is in question is whether or not flat speakers presage a revolution in both the […]

I simply cannot believe that I’ve been writing this for 12 straight years! I spent more than five weeks on this particular version of my annual Kayye’s Krystal Ball feature article due to the fact that the continued economic issues that have plagued our market, the growth of emerging markets (each discussed below) and the […]

Just before the end of the year, Extron told rAVe the company had started shipping its DXP HDMI Series and DXP DVI Pro Series matrix switchers. Both HDMI 1.3-compatible matrix switchers support HDTV 1080p/60 and PC resolutions up to 1920×1200. HDCP compliant, both series allow for simultaneous distribution of protected content to one or more […]

This month Extron launched the DVI 110 signal regenerator for single link DVI-D signals. The DVI 110 retimes and reshapes marginal or noisy DVI signals, such as those occasionally encountered on the output of consumer-grade graphic cards or notebook PCs, or when passive DVI couplers and wall plates are utilized within the signal path. The […]

Last month, Extron showed two larger, high resolution TouchLink Touchpanels in the form of the TLP 1000MV and TLP 1000TV – both fully configurable, 10″ touchpanels featuring a contemporary look and thin bezels to complement any decor. Extron says they launched the larger, 1024×600 resolution touchscreen surface to provide ample room for sophisticated controls and […]