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Extron is pleased to announce the immediate availability of our revolutionary USBA Pro Plenum Series active, hybrid optical-copper USB-A cables. Available for immediate shipping, the new cables support USB 3.2 signals and are backward compatible with previous USB standards. Engineered for Pro AV, each unidirectional extension cable reliably transmits data and power over long distances. They support a SuperSpeed USB data rate of 5 Gbps and deliver 5 V and up to 900 mA of power to the USB peripheral device. The ultra-thin 0.24" (6 mm) diameter and narrow bend radius allow for installation in tight spaces, including plenum air spaces. These optical-copper extension cables are powered by the host computer, and an LED provides visual notification of host power status. For peripherals that requi...

Experience the DTP3 Series of digital twisted pair products that extend HDMI with optimal image quality. DTP3 products support 4K/60 4:4:4 HDMI signals and are HDCP 2.3 compliant. Video with embedded audio, control, and power can be sent up to 330 feet (100 meters) over a shielded CAT6A cable. To maximize image quality and eliminate latency, all supported video resolutions are transported without compression. The DTP3 T 202 transmitter includes an HDMI loop-through for local monitor use, and the DTP3 R 201 receiver provides audio de-embedding for convenient installation in professional environments. DTP3 Series products are ideal for presentation venues, esports applications, and wherever needed to meet application requirements. Key FeaturesExtends HDMI with embedded audio plus control up ...

Sharelink Pro Extron is pleased to announce our new Digital Signage LinkLicense upgrade for ShareLink® Pro Systems is now available! This LinkLicense upgrade allows digital signage content to display on ShareLink Pro devices when users aren't connected or sharing content. Signage content can be displayed on the ShareLink Pro 1100 and ShareLink Pro 500 using web-based HTML content provided by third-party digital signage providers like Appspace or Seenspire. ShareLink Pro displays can now operate as both collaboration presentation systems as well as digital signage systems that provide customized information, news, or announcements. With our latest LinkLicense enhancement, you can bring vibrant, dynamic, digital signage to your ShareLink Pro installations. Key FeaturesDisplays digital signag...

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...

Introducing the high-performance USBC Pro 8K Series, active, hybrid optical-copper USB-C® cables that transmit 8K/30 DisplayPort AV, USB 2.0 data, and power signals simultaneously over distances up to 30 feet (9.1 meters). They are ideal for USB-C-enabled devices that support video and audio over four DisplayPort lanes. To streamline integration, they support power delivery of up to 60 watts and can draw power from either connected USB device. The ultra-flexible, 0.26" (6.5 mm) thin diameter and narrow bend radius cable construction enable easy installation in tight spaces. The USBC Pro 8K Series is available in popular lengths from 12 feet up to 30 feet (3.6 meters up to 9.1 meters). Key FeaturesTransmits 8K/30 DisplayPort video and embedded audio signalsSupports a USB 2.0 data rate of 48...