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Extron is pleased to announce the HD Pro Plenum Series of active, hybrid optical-copper cables for high-speed transmission of HDMI digital video and audio signals. They support data rates up to 18 Gbps, video resolutions up to 4K/60 @ 4:4:4, HDR, EDID, HDCP, and CEC, as well as all HDMI audio formats. These active cables are unidirectional and draw ultra-low power from the connected HDMI source device. These ultra-thin cables are just 0.16” (4 mm) in diameter and offer a narrow bend radius, providing easy installation and uncompromised performance in tight plenum air spaces. Offering the benefits of fiber optics with the simplicity of traditional copper cable, the HD Pro Plenum Series supports 4K/60 video signals over long distances up to 300 feet (91.4 meters).

Key Features:

• Conforms to Premium High Speed HDMI Cable performance standards
• Supports data rates up to 18 Gbps, video resolutions up to 4K/60 @ 4:4:4, and HDR
• NEC CMP-rated plenum cable
• Highly resistant to EMI/RFI interference
• No external power is needed
• Color-coded ends

The HD Pro Plenum Series will be available in September 2018.

Click Here to Learn More about the HD Pro Plenum Series

We are pleased to introduce the TLS 1025M for Extron Room Scheduling systems. This elegant 10″, stand-alone panel connects directly to a variety of popular calendar services, and requires no additional scheduling software or external processors. It features a vibrant 1280×800 capacitive edge-to-edge Gorilla Glass® touchscreen that is especially scratch and smudge-resistant. The TLS 1025M also features the convenience of PoE – Power over Ethernet, which allows it to receive power and communication over a single Ethernet cable. Two bright red and green LEDs make it easy to see if a room is occupied or available even from down the hall. The integration-friendly TLS 1025M is an ideal solution for any environment requiring a stylish and convenient room scheduling panel.

Key Features:

• 10″ capacitive edge-to-edge glass touchscreen with 1280×800 resolution
• Gorilla Glass® screen is tough, scratch, and smudge-resistant
• Make on-demand reservations from the touchpanel, computer, or any smartphone or tablet that connects to Microsoft® Exchange, Office 365™, and Google Calendar
• Room Agent software provides easy integration with Microsoft Exchange 2007, 2010, 2013, and 2016, as well as Office 365 for convenient scheduling right from Outlook
• No annual subscription or maintenance fees
• Deploy a single touchpanel, or multiple touchpanels with similar settings very easily
• Supports the RWM 2 Recessed Wall Mount Kit and SMK 3 Surface Mount Kit

Click Here to Learn More about the TLS 1025M

Extron is pleased to introduce the TLP Pro 1025M TouchLink Pro Touchpanel. We redesigned this latest wall mount touchpanel inside and out with a high-performance quad-core processor, eight times more memory, and a high resolution, 1280×800 capacitive touchscreen built with scratch and smudge-resistant Corning® Gorilla Glass®. The TLP Pro 1025M also features the convenience of PoE – Power over Ethernet, which allows it to receive power and communication over a single Ethernet cable. It is ideal for any environment requiring a stylish, wall-mountable touchpanel with a fully-customizable interface.

Key Features:

• 10″ capacitive touchscreen with 1280×800 resolution and 24-bit color depth
• Contemporary design that complements the aesthetics of any environment
• Gorilla Glass® screen is tough, scratch and smudge-resistant
• Faster, quad-core processing and eight times more memory
• Can be mounted in a two-gang junction box, or on a wall, lectern, or any flat surface, including glass
• Compatible with all IP Link Pro control processors
• Supports optional SMK 3 Surface Mount Kit, RWM 2 Recessed Wall Mount Kit, and RM 6 Rack Mount Kit

Click Here to Learn More about the TLP Pro 1025M and Accessories

AVW NZ Ltd will be in attendance on the Extron Electronics stand (D2) on all three days so we warmly invite you to join us for a tour and update on the latest offerings from this world leading manufacturer and experience what Extron is all about – Service/Support/Solutions.

Where: International Convention Centre, Darling Harbour, Sydney, Australia

When: 22nd August (Wednesday) to 24th August (Friday)

Why: See the latest technologies & solutions from leading manufacturers from all around the world.

If you wish to make an appointment so that we can ensure that one of us will be free for you please feel free to do so by contacting us via the following:

Lloyd Freeman                  +64 27 318 5200              lloyd@localhost

John Murphy                     +64 21 528 998                john@localhost

Rob Paris                            +64 27 418 5200              rob@localhost

AVW                                    +64 9 271 4000                sales@localhost

Click here for more information about the show as well as being able to register.

We look forward to seeing you there.

DMP 128 Plus V Models Now Rated “Avaya Compliant”

We are pleased to announce that Extron has been selected by Avaya for membership as a Technology Partner in the Avaya DevConnect program. The DMP 128 Plus C V and DMP 128 PLus C V AT DSP processors have been compliance-tested and documented by Avaya for compatibility with the Aura® 7.1 and IP Office™ 10.1 Platforms, enabling our customers to confidently integrate Extron A/V solutions with Avaya VoIP systems.

Key Features:

• Up to eight VoIP lines
• VoIP configuration via on-board web page
• Onboard SIP logging
• Certified compliant with Avaya VoIP systems
• Setup documentation created by Avaya
• Support provided by Avaya
• Requires DMP 128 Plus Firmware 1.01.0009 or higher

Click Here to Learn More

We are pleased to announced that the SME 211, a high performance H.264 streaming media encoder for distributing audio and video signals over IP networks, is now shipping. The SME 211 accepts an HDMI signal with embedded audio and an analog audio signal. The SME 211 supports unicast and multicast streaming protocols, including RTMP for streaming directly to major Content Delivery Networks – CDNs, or social media platforms such as FaceBook and YouTube. The SME 211 can stream at two different resolutions and bit rates concurrently supporting a total of up to six simultaneous streams with push and pull encoding. Built in audio mixing and DSP features enable enhanced audio processing without requiring external mixing and DSP equipment.

Key Features:

• Process live, high resolution HDMI video and audio
• Stream at two resolutions simultaneously with independent stream control
• Simultaneous multicast and unicast streaming
• RTMP streaming protocol support for popular third-party hosting services
• Audio mixing and DSP functionality
• Integrates with SMD Streaming Media Decoders to provide complete end-to-end streaming systems
• Stream at resolutions from 512×288 to 1080p

Click Here to Learn More about the SME 211

We are pleased to announce that we have teamed up with Zoom Video Communications to extend Extron control capabilities to any Zoom Room, providing a one-touch user experience for conferencing, collaboration, and now AV room control. There’s no more need to switch devices – a single user interface on your Apple iPad or Extron touchpanel is all you need to control every conferencing and audio/visual function. This partnership launches a new level of convenience, providing turn-key, centralized control of AV devices, shades, lighting, audio, and much more – all from the familiar Zoom Rooms interface.

Key Features:

• Extend the capabilities of Zoom Room systems to include AV system control
• Provides analytics and management using GVE – GlobalViewer Enterprise
• Effortlessly combine Zoom Rooms with our powerful AV device control options for a unified AV experience
• Integrate room sensors to trigger lighting, blind control, and other devices for no-touch meeting startup and energy savings
• Easily integrates with other Extron architectural, signal distribution, and collaboration products
• Works seamlessly with Extron RoomAware technology, enabling smart connections between devices for fully-automated meeting room preparation

Click Here to Learn More about the Extron and Zoom Partnership

Extron proudly introduces the new 12G HD-SDI 101, a one-input, one-output cable equalizer for multi-rate SDI digital video signals. Offering a convenient and economical solution for sending multi-rate SDI digital video signals over long coaxial cable runs, the 12G HD-SDI 101 supports all common serial digital video data rates of up to 11.88 Gbps, while passing HDR, embedded audio, and other ancillary data allowed by the SMPTE and ITU specifications. Automatic input equalization adds up to 984 feet (300 m) for SDI, up to 787 feet (240 m) for HD-SDI, up to 590 feet (180 m) for 3G-SDI, up to 295 feet (90 m) for 6G-SDI, and up to 230 feet (70 m) for 12G-SDI digital video, when using RG6 cable. The 12G HD-SDI 101 is housed in a one-eighth rack width, metal enclosure and provides integration-friendly mounting options into both new and existing AV systems.

Key Features:

• Automatically adapts to SMPTE and ITU digital video standards for SDI signals up to a 12G-SDI data rate
• Supports data rates from 270 Mbps to 11.88 Gbps
• Support for HDR – High Dynamic Range video
• Automatic input equalization
• Automatic output reclocking
• Passes ancillary data including HDR, embedded audio, closed caption, and time code

Click Here to Learn More about the 12G HD-SDI 101

Extron is pleased to introduce the TLP Pro 525M 5″ wall mount TouchLink Pro touchpanel. We redesigned this latest TouchLink Pro touchpanel inside and out with a new, high-performance quad-core processor, eight times more memory, and an 800×480 capacitive touchscreen built with scratch and smudge-resistant edge-to-edge Corning Gorilla Glass. The TLP Pro 525M also features the convenience of PoE – Power over Ethernet, which allows it to receive power and communication over a single Ethernet cable. It is ideal in any environment requiring a stylish, wall-mountable touchpanel with a fully-customizable interface. Three new mounting accessories, the RWM 1 Recessed Wall Mount, SMK 1 Surface Mount Kit, and the RM 5 Rack Mount kit all aid integration while providing a broad variety of mounting options.

Key Features:

• 5″ capacitive touchscreen with 800×480 resolution and 24-bit color depth
• Contemporary design that complements the aesthetics of any environment
• Gorilla Glass screen is tough, scratch and smudge-resistant
• Faster, quad-core processing and eight times more memory
• New mounting accessories streamline integration
• Can be mounted in a one-gang junction box, or on a wall, lectern, or any flat surface, including glass
• Compatible with all IP Link Pro control processors

Click Here to Learn More about the TLP Pro 525M and Accessories