NAV E 522 and NAV SD 521

Introducing the NAV E 522 two-input switching encoder and NAV SD 521 scaling decoder, powerful AV over IP endpoints that deliver flexible signal distribution, switching, scaling, and USB extension over standard 1 Gbps IP networks. Designed for modern meeting, collaboration, and presentation environments, these new endpoints simplify connectivity while expanding the capabilities of NAV systems.

The NAV E 522 switching encoder brings single-cable USB-C connectivity to the NAV System, enabling video, audio, USB data, and optional device charging to be delivered between a USB-C host device and the encoder. By combining USB-C AV input, USB host connectivity, and power delivery in one encoder, the NAV E 522 provides a clean and streamlined laptop connection experience.

Another key advantage of the NAV E 522 is its ability to support multiple NAV SD 521 scaling decoders, each connected to USB 2.0 peripherals such as cameras, microphones, DSPs, touch displays, HID devices, and other USB equipment. These devices can all be made available to a single USB-C host connected to the NAV E 522, creating a seamless room experience in which one laptop gains access to distributed AV resources and remote USB devices throughout the NAV system.

Additionally, the NAV E 522 switching encoder includes an HDMI input and USB-C host interface for added flexibility. The NAV SD 521 complements the encoder with local HDMI input switching, decoding, scaling, and USB 2.0 or HID extension, while also providing power to USB devices. Support for AES67 audio over IP enables integration with Extron DMP Plus DSPs and other networked audio components. As part of the highly scalable NAV platform, the NAV E 522 and NAV SD 521 are purpose-built for demanding professional AV environments and secure deployment of AV signals to thousands of endpoints.

Key Features

• Provides a single USB-C connection for video, audio, USB data, and optional device power delivery
• Connects multiple NAV SD 521 endpoints and their USB 2.0 devices back to one NAV E 522 Host USB‑C port
• Supports USB 2.0 and HID extension for remote peripherals such as cameras, microphones, touch displays, DSPs, keyboards, and mice
• Supports resolutions up to 4K/60 with 4:4:4 chroma sampling
• Allows USB-C and HDMI source flexibility at the encoder with NAV stream and local AV source switching at the decoder
• PURE3® codec delivers visually lossless video with improved network resiliency
• The NAV SD 521 delivers Advanced Extron Vector™ 4K scaling technology
• The NAV E 522 powers USB-C devices with up to 100 watts using the optional integrator-friendly UPI 100 power inserter that can be located up to 330 feet (100 m) from the encoder

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NAV E 522 and NAV SD 521
MODEL	VERSION DESCRIPTION	PART #
NAV E 522	1G Switching Encoder with USB-C, HDMI and USB Data	60-2069-02
NAV SD 521	1G Switching Scaling Decoder HDMI, USB, Ethernet	60-2091-01

USB Extender xi Series

Our USB Extender xi Series is now shipping. It extends and switches USB signals from peripheral devices to a host computer up to 1,980 feet (600 meters) through a Gigabit Ethernet network or up to 330 feet (100 meters) point-to-point over one CATx cable. It supports High-Speed (USB 2) and earlier devices. The transmitter can be powered by the host computer or included power supply and includes USB peripheral emulation to enable trouble-free booting of a host computer that is not connected to a keyboard or mouse. The receiver features a built-in, active four‑port hub with up to 500 mA of power per port. The matrix controller provides simple setup and control for a distributed USB matrix switching system over an Ethernet network. The USB Extender xi Series supports USB peripherals such as keyboards, mice, mass storage devices, and webcams in Pro AV environments.

Key Features

• Extends USB peripherals up to 1,980 feet (600 meters) through a Gigabit Ethernet network
• Extends USB peripherals up to 330 feet (100 meters) point-to-point over one CATx cable
• Supports High Speed (USB 2) and earlier devices and is compatible with USB 3 devices that can operate at High-Speed data rates
• Transmitter can be powered by host device or included power supply
• Choice of rack-mountable and architectural form factors
• USB matrix controller lets you easily create USB switching systems with up to 64 transmitters and receivers

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USB Extender xi Series
MODEL	VERSION DESCRIPTION	PART #
USB Extender xi T	Transmitter	60-1964-12
USB Extender xi R	Receiver	60-1964-13
USB Extender xi T D	Transmitter – Decorator-Style Version – White	60-1966-12
USB Extender xi R D	Receiver – Decorator-Style Version – White	60-1966-13
USB Extender xi R AAP	Receiver – AAP Version – Black	60-1965-22
USB Extender xi T HID	HID Transmitter	60-1967-12
USB Extender xi R HID	HID Receiver	60-1967-13
USB Matrix Controller xi	Controller	60-2022-01

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Professional AV over IP Design Guide

Our new Professional AV over IP Design Guide is a must-have resource for designing and deploying high-performance professional AV over IP systems. Whether you’re building mission-critical operations centers, corporate meeting rooms, classrooms, or large-scale education networks, this guide provides a practical roadmap to the layered architecture and design principles behind secure, reliable AV over IP systems. It also highlights Extron NAV® Pro AV over IP technology and the innovations that make it a powerful platform for modern AV system design.

Through clear explanations, detailed illustrations, and real-world system design examples, this guide will help you understand the networking technologies, communication methods, and design strategies that drive successful AV over IP deployments.

Inside the guide, you’ll learn how to:

• Understand unicast, multicast, and broadcast network communications
• Select the right streaming protocols for AV over IP systems
• Configure IGMP for efficient multicast traffic management
• Design networks that support multicast routing
• Plan and manage device addressing schemes
• Navigate IP networking standards and terminology
• Compare video and audio codecs and their impact on system performance
• Power AV devices using PoE
• Apply proven AV over IP design best practices
• Build real-world AV over IP systems using Extron NAV system examples
• Explore the complete NAV product portfolio

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SW2 HD 8K

Extron is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the SW2 HD 8K, two-input HDMI switcher with analog audio de-embedding. It supports video resolutions up to 8K, including 21:9 and 5K ultra-wide aspect ratio content, delivering exceptional performance for next-generation AV systems. In addition to the HDMI output, an analog audio output provides extracted stereo HDMI signals to feed a sound system or other audio equipment.

Convenient integration-friendly features include automatic input cable equalization, user-selectable HDCP authorization, indicators for monitoring and troubleshooting, and multiple control options. The HDMI output can power external peripheral devices, such as active HDMI cables to support video and audio signal transmission over longer cable runs. The SW2 HD 8K is a perfect fit for Microsoft® Teams Front Row applications, immersive presentations, and next-generation collaboration spaces.

Key Features

• Supports video resolutions up to 8K/60
• Supports ultra-wide aspect ratios, including 21:9 and 5K
• De-embeds two-channel analog audio from an HDMI signal
• Supported HDMI 2.1 specification features include data rates up to 48 Gbps, HDR, Deep Color up to 12-bit, 3D, and HD lossless audio formats
• EDID Minder® Plus automatically manages EDID communication between connected devices
• Key Minder® continuously verifies HDCP compliance for quick, reliable switching

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