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John Kurtinecz is Vice President of JP Lilley focusing on technical products and services facing the audio, video and presentation communities. John is a member of InfoComm International, ICIA which is now known as AVIXA, a member of various business chambers throughout the region, and Hershey Harrisburg Regional Visitors Bureau. In 1995 John was among the first 26 people in the world to achieve CTS-I certification by InfoComm International. He has been actively serving the AV industry for 31 years. His drive and vision will continue to lead the audio, video and presentation industry for many years to come.

ProAVNews: Extron Link Multiple Processors to Easily Create Large Videowall Systems

Quantum Expansion IN and Quantum Expansion OUT Cards Introducing Quantum® Expansion IN and Quantum Expansion OUT cards that simplify the design, integration, and operation of large videowalls. The cards link multiple Quantum Ultra frames together, extending the high-speed HyperLane® bus between processors. Once configured, the processors operate as a single system with a common, shared bus. This makes each input source available to all video outputs. Quantum Ultra outputs are genlocked across all frames, maintaining image synchronization and eliminating video tearing. Integrating Quantum Ultra processors configured with Quantum Expansion cards provides flexible system design for large videowalls without the need for front-end switching or distribution amplifiers. Key FeaturesQuantum Ultra ...

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ProAVNews: Extron Now Shipping! 4K/60 HDMI Audio De-EmbeddingFor Pro AV Applications

The Extron HAE 100 4K Plus is a high performance 4K/60 audio de-embedder that extracts the audio from an HDMI signal. The HAE 100 4K Plus provides an analog output for stereo or dual mono signals, as well as an S/PDIF digital audio output that supports two-channel or Dolby® and DTS® multi-channel formats. It is HDCP compliant, supporting data rates up to 18 Gbps, HDR, 12-bit Deep Color, 3D, and lossless audio formats. The HAE 100 4K Plus is equipped with integrator-friendly features such as a buffered HDMI video output with EDID Minder®, HDMI input cable equalization, and comprehensive LED status display. Key FeaturesDe-embeds two-channel analog and S/PDIF digital audio from an HDMI signalSupports 4K/60 @ 4:4:4Supported HDMI 2.0b specification features include data rates up to 18 Gbps, HDR...

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ProAVNews: Extron Now Shipping! Powerful Interactive Wayfinding Interface Connects Users to Meeting Spaces

Extron is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the TLSI 201, an Interactive Wayfinding Interface that provides real-time meeting space availability, status, and location information using a centralized display. Designed to connect directly with Extron Room Scheduling panels, the Interactive Wayfinding Interface enables users to easily locate meeting spaces and make ad hoc meeting reservations. Simply configure the TLSI 201 interface using free Extron Room Agent™ software to view and book meeting spaces for the current day or week in list or map view layouts. Whether your next meeting is scheduled or impromptu, Extron Wayfinding and Room Scheduling solutions save time and take the hassle out of locating and scheduling meetings. Key FeaturesFind and book a meeting space for curr...

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ProAVNews: Vaddio Now Shipping! The EasyIP 20 PTZ Camera

The EasyIP 20 Camera brings professional AV quality performance to the EasyIP Ecosystem, an AV-over-IP solution for lecture capture, remote learning and videoconferencing in large meeting rooms, lecture halls, and houses of worship. It delivers 1080p/60 resolution feeds to EasyIP endpoints and connects to a 1 GB PoE+ switch – eliminating the need for costly USB extensions. A local HDMI output allows for easy IMAG (image magnification). Key Features: 20x Optical zoom1/2.5-type Exmor R CMOS sensor70.2° horizontal field of viewOne EasyIP (Network PoE+) and one HDMI video outputSupports up to two EasyIP Mixers or Decoders simultaneously To learn more about this product, get a free quote or to schedule a demo send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 800.554.5539

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ProAVNews: Now Available! Extron and GoTo Team Up to Create Simple, Scalable Meeting Solutions

Extron and GoToRoom Extron is pleased to announce Extron and GoTo are now integrating audio, video, and control technologies with LogMeIn's GoToRoom conference room solution. Basic Extron and GoToRoom systems include an Extron IP Link Pro processor that provides everything needed to control a broad variety of conferencing and audiovisual functions in a room with a Dolby Voice System. For larger or more elaborate meeting room configurations, an Extron TouchLink Pro touchpanel can be added as an additional point of control. This scalable, turn-key solution also incorporates advanced ethernet monitoring of GoToRoom so you can automate a space by simply joining or leaving a meeting. Extron is helping customers deploy simple, scalable meeting solutions in their workspaces and across their enter...

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