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Extron is pleased to introduce the USB-C HD 101 interface that converts USB-C® signals to HDMI, providing an easy way to integrate USB-C sources into an existing AV system. The interface provides up to 60 watts of power to charge a connected USB-C source device and it supports USB-C Alt Mode video resolutions up to 4K/60 for use by any AV device or system with an HDMI input. The internal Extron Everlast™ power supply uses USB Power Delivery to provide power and charging capabilities to a source laptop. For convenient mounting, the unit can be located within furniture or under a table using the included ZipClip 200 mounting accessory. The compact one-quarter rack width metal enclosure can also mount in an equipment rack with an optional rack mounting shelf. Key FeaturesConnects USB-C® sourc...

Extron is pleased to introduce the MGP 641, a multi-window processor for scaling and presenting up to four 4K/60 4:4:4 source signals on a single screen. Extron's exclusive Vector™ 4K scaling engine ensures downscaled and upscaled content is presented with unequaled image quality. In addition to four HDMI 2.0 inputs, the HDCP 2.3-compliant processor includes an HDMI background input for presenting live, non-scaled content behind source windows. HDMI 2.0 and DTP2 outputs deliver duplicate signals to local and remote displays, which can be located up to 330 feet (100 meters) away. It features customizable window layouts, logo keying, window transition effects, as well as source and output rotation. Embedded audio can be passed to the DTP2 or HDMI output or extracted to the analog outputs, si...

XPA Ultra Power AmplifiersGet More Flexible with Switchable Bridging Extron is excited to announce the immediate availability of the XPA U 1004 SB and XPA U 2002 SB four and two channel ENERGY STAR qualified audio power amplifiers with flexible channel pairs that can drive 8 ohm, 4 ohm, 70 volt, or 100 volt loads. The individually bridgeable channel pairs of the XPA U 1004 SB can deliver two 100 watt channels into low impedance systems or one 200 watt channel into low or high impedance systems, while the XPA U 2002 SB delivers 200 watts and 400 watts respectively. A rotary switch on the rear panel of the amplifier makes it quick and easy to select the desired output mode. The convection cooled, plenum rated enclosures do not require empty rack spaces for ventilation and include rack mount ...

Extron is pleased to announce two new LinkLicense upgrades for SMP 111 Streaming Media Processors. These LinkLicense upgrades empower Extron SMP 111 users to seamlessly stream live event broadcasts to the Kaltura or Panopto video management systems. With the rise of online learning, flipped classrooms, lecture capture, and virtual meetings, educational institutions and corporations will enjoy a unified and integrated live streaming experience to either video platform. Key FeaturesLive stream from classrooms, meeting spaces, studios, and moreLive stream to Kaltura using RTMPLive stream to Panopto using RTMP/RTMPSHigh quality video and audioEasy to use for any skill level 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....

Extron is pleased to announce the Kaltura FlexOS App, which seamlessly enables SMP 300 Series devices to ingest recording and live streaming schedules for publishing to the Kaltura video management platform. This integration with Kaltura creates a unified and integrated experience with automated publishing workflows that ensure each recording and live stream is seamlessly delivered to viewers. We have also enabled the SMP Series to faciliate token authentication with the Kaltura platform for enhanced security capabilities. Kaltura's scheduling interface now includes a live event option, allowing live streaming along with scheduled recordings for webcasting applications. Additionally, the SMP Series can now upload M4A files to Kaltura for audio-only recordings. The Kaltura FlexOS App requir...