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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...

Cincinnat, OH – tvONE, the world-class developer and manufacturer of video conversion and AV signal distribution technology, releases a new 4K60 output module for CORIOmaster®, CORIOmaster mini and CORIOmaster micro. New versions of firmware and software are also available, continuing the evolution of the CORIOmaster family of multi-window video processors.The new 4K60 output module (CM-HDMI-4K-SC-2OUT) gives a smoother, more immersive video experience for up to 14 outputs for high-end LED installations, projection edge blends or monitor walls. Other new output choices using the new module include 4K60 output cloning or for dual, independent, 4K30 outputs. Our dual 4K30 outputs double the amount of 4K outputs available, to allow connection to up to 28 4K displays, while the new cloning fea...

Extron is pleased to announce that many of our audio processors, amplifiers, and speakers are now certified for Microsoft Teams Rooms. We've worked together with our partners, such as Sennheiser, to develop solutions that deliver an unmatched user experience regardless of room type. The products in our Microsoft Teams Rooms Certified Design Solutions have been designed and meticulously tested for best-in-class performance and ease of use. Products Certified for Microsoft Teams RoomsDMP 128 Plus Series Digital Audio Matrix ProcessorsDMP 64 Plus Series Digital Audio Matrix ProcessorsXPA U 1002 Power AmplifiersXPA U 1004 SB Power AmplifiersSF 26CT Series Ceiling SpeakersSF 3CT LP and SF 3C LP Ceiling SpeakersCertified for Microsoft Teams Rooms Solution CapabilitiesConnects the room with a Mic...

Extron is pleased to introduce our new VCA 100 Virtual Control Appliance with integrated Virtual Control Processors - VCPs. This new virtual control system helps organizations easily deploy, scale, and manage their AV systems by providing the flexibility of hosting AV control resources in a central location, right alongside the resources your organization's IT team already manages. The VCA 100 with VCPs is designed for centralized AV control across the organization. It's everything you love about Extron control, scalable for the enterprise. AV/IT teams can host up to 50 IPCP Pro xi Series virtual control processors on a single VCA 100. As an organization scales their AV control system needs, new VCPs can be activated and configured or programmed to accommodate. While an entry level VC...

The new IPCP Pro S1 xi is now shipping! This high-performance control processor is designed for centralized AV control in small to medium-size applications. It has enhanced performance with greater processing power and twice the memory of our IP Link Pro series. It also features advanced security standards and Gigabit Ethernet, which ensures compatibility with multiple TouchLink Pro touchpanels, Network Button Panels, and IPL EXP expansion interfaces using a standard network infrastructure. The IPCP Pro S1 xi is an ideal choice for AV applications that require a powerful yet compact control processor. Key FeaturesSupports TouchLink Pro touchpanels, Network Button Panels, and IPL EXP expansion interfacesSupports secure industry standard communications protocolsManage, monitor, and control A...