Extron Global Scripter Brings the Power of Python to the AV Industry

Global Scripter® is an Integrated Development Environment that brings programming to Extron Pro Series control systems, harnessing the dynamic power and intuitive nature of the Python language. Python is an efficient, object-oriented language that enables programmers to reuse code and save valuable development time. Global Scripter works with our ControlScript® Python library that uses familiar AV terms, making it easier to program AV control system projects. Together, this time-tested platform empowers control system developers to increase their productivity and achieve elegant results. When combined with Extron Pro Series control hardware, Global Scripter and ControlScript give you unbridled freedom in the way you deliver programmable control systems.

Key Features:

  • Build AV control system programming using clean and extensible Python 3.3
  • Designed to be used exclusively with Extron Pro Series control systems
  • Extron ControlScript library uses common AV-industry terms and automates powerful control system functions
  • Develop, debug, and deploy from a single software environment
  • Start and execute projects quickly using Extron Global Scripter modules
  • Package all resources into a single file and format designed for easy transport and management
  • Code snippets make coding easier and faster
  • Convenient Interface Layout window to view control ID information, button states, and automatically generate code for these objects
  • Various debugging tools, including customized Program Log messages, breakpoints, and watch variables facilitate program development
  • Dedicated programming support hotline
  • EQIP program designed to provide additional programming resources to customers deploying Pro Series control systems

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TLP Pro 725M Blends Performance and Style in a Sleek 7″ Wall Mount Touchpanel

We are pleased to introduce the TLP Pro 725M 7″ 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 a higher resolution, 1024×600 capacitive touchscreen built with scratch and smudge-resistant edge-to-edge Corning® Gorilla Glass®. The TLP Pro 725M 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.

Key Features:

  • 7″ capacitive touchscreen with 1024×600 resolution and 24-bit color depth
  • Newly designed inside and out for the ultimate balance of performance and style
  • Gorilla Glass® screen is tough, scratch and smudge-resistant
  • Faster, quad-core processor
  • Eight times more memory
  • Compatible with all IP Link Pro control processors
  • A variety of mounting kits provide a clean installation on a wall, glass, podium, or other surfaces

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Two Input DTP Wallplate Transmitters for 4K Video

We are pleased to announce the immediate availability of the DTP T UWP 4K 232 D and the DTP T UWP 4K 332 D two input decorator-style transmitters. These new DTP products send HDMI, VGA, audio, and control signals up to 230 feet or 330 feet over a shielded CATx cable to a DTP-enabled product. They support video resolutions up to 4K and include independent analog stereo audio connections. These HDCP-compliant transmitters also offer many integrator-friendly features such as analog stereo audio embedding, EDID Minder, auto-switching between inputs, remote power capability, and bidirectional RS-232 pass-through for remote AV device control. The wall-mountable design provides the convenience of placing input connections precisely where they are needed.

Key Features:

  • Transmits HDMI, VGA, control, and analog audio up to 230 feet (70 meters) or 330 feet (100 meters) over a shielded CATx cable
  • Auto switching between inputs
  • Supports computer and video resolutions up to 4K
  • Analog stereo audio embedding
  • Remote power capability
  • Supported HDMI specification features include data rates up to 10.2 Gbps, 3D, and HD lossless audio formats
  • EDID Minder® automatically manages EDID communication between connected devices
  • Easy setup and commissioning with Extron’s PCS – Product Configuration Software
  • Mounts in an included two-gang decorator-style wallplate

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Introducing our Sleek New Pendant Speaker

We are pleased to introduce the Extron SF 3PT, a pendant loudspeaker with a 3” full-range driver for speech reinforcement and music playback in high-ceiling and open-ceiling applications. Taking inspiration from modern pendant lighting, the SF 3PT offers an architecturally clean, unobtrusive design that complements the aesthetic of contemporary interiors. The SF 3PT is available in black or white and is paintable to fit in with any décor. Included with the SF 3PT is Extron’s exclusive PendantConnect™ speaker cable that combines the speaker wires and a steel safety cable within a single outer jacket, providing for a finished installation that is clean and secure. The UL listed SF 3PT offers both direct 8 ohm and 70/100 volt operation and is voiced similarly to the Extron SF 3CT LP for consistency and installation flexibility in mixed ceiling environments.

Key Features

  • 3″ full-range driver
  • Frequency range: 110 Hz to 20 kHz
  • 116° conical dispersion
  • 16 watts continuous pink noise
    • 32 watts continuous program
  • 8 ohm direct or 70/100 volt operation on a 6 position selector
  • Architecturally clean, unobtrusive design using Extron exclusive PendantConnect™ speaker cable
  • UL 1480A listed for safety

The SF 3PT will be available February 2018.

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Introducing the TLP Pro 1025T Performance and Style in a Sleek 10″ Touchpanel

We are pleased to introduce the Extron TLP Pro 1025T 10″ Tabletop TouchLink® Pro Touchpanel. Redesigned inside and out, our latest TouchLink Pro touchpanel features a high-performance quad-core processor, eight times more memory, a higher resolution, 1280×800 capacitive touchscreen built with scratch and smudge-resistant Corning® Gorilla Glass®, and a distinctive enclosure with a sleek, gracefully-sweeping back. The TLP Pro 1025T also offers 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, tabletop touchpanel with a fully-customizable interface.

Key Features:

  • 10″ capacitive touchscreen with 1280×800 resolution and 24-bit color depth
  • Gorilla Glass® screen is tough, scratch, and smudge-resistant
  • Faster, quad-core processing and eight times more memory
  • Compatible with all IP Link Pro control processors
  • Power over Ethernet provides power and communication over a single Ethernet cable
  • Built-in speaker

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New 4K/60 HDMI Distribution Amplifiers

Extron is pleased to introduce the new DA HD 4K PLUS Series distribution amplifiers for HDMI signals at resolutions up to 4K/60 @ 4:4:4 chroma sampling. The DA HD 4K PLUS Series are HDCP 2.2 compliant, and support data rates up to 18 Gbps, HDR, Deep Color up to 12-bit, 3D, and HD lossless audio formats. They also feature Extron EDID Minder® and Key Minder® technologies to maintain continuous EDID communication between connected devices and ensure simultaneous distribution of HDCP-encrypted source content. The DA HD 4K PLUS Series distribution amplifiers are available in two, four, and six output sizes, and are ideal for applications that require reliable distribution of a 4K/60 HDMI source signal to multiple displays.

Key Features:

  • Supports computer and video resolutions up to 4K/60 @ 4:4:4
  • Supported HDMI 2.0b specification features include data rates up to 18 Gbps, HDR, Deep Color up to 12-bit, 3D, and HD lossless audio formats
  • HDCP 2.2 compliant
  • Automatic input cable equalization
  • EDID Minder automatically manages EDID communication between connected devices
  • Key Minder continuously verifies HDCP compliance
  • Selectable output muting via RS-232

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GlobalViewer Enterprise 2.7 Making AV System Management Easier than Ever

We are pleased to announce the immediate availability of GlobalViewer® Enterprise – GVE version 2.7. Among the many features that help you manage systems across the enterprise more efficiently, this new version adds support for the Extron RoomAware Outlook Add-in to automate conference room functions for scheduled meetings. Also, GVE 2.7 includes compatibility with additional facility calendars, an enhanced help desk for accessing detailed room data and control, and delivers more robust monitoring and reporting capabilities. GVE software simplifies AV system resource management with intuitive control for hundreds of common AV tasks. Whether you’re working with 5 or 5000 rooms, GVE provides a powerful, flexible way to manage, monitor, and control nearly any device over a standard network. Support teams will appreciate the agility and flexibility GVE provides to gather analytics on usage and trends throughout the organization, create reports, and control the system from any computer on the network.

New Features in GVE 2.7

  • RoomAware™ Outlook Add-in:
    • Acknowledges your scheduled meeting and automatically turns on all your devices
    • Upon leaving the room, devices return to their previous state and are available for the next meeting
  • Support for Microsoft® Exchange 2013, Exchange 2016, and Office 365™ facility calendars
  • Help Desk view displays all devices in every AV system
  • Filter equipment down to the room level or device type
  • Apply monitors to all device types
  • Trigger Room Events with schedules
  • Automatic categorization of new device statuses
  • Enhanced Device Status Manager
  • Additional report filters and improved reporting performance
  • Expanded Room Control view shows more of the interface in a single glance
  • Support for the HC 404 Meeting Space Collaboration System

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New HDMI to DisplayPort Converter for 4K Video

We are pleased to introduce the HDP 101 4K, a compact active HDMI to DisplayPort converter for signals up to 4K/30 @ 4:4:4. It converts HDMI signals for connection to DisplayPort displays or peripherals. The HDP 101 4K features EDID Minder®, which maintains continuous EDID communication with connected devices and ensures that the HDMI source powers up properly and maintains correct video output. Audio information is passed between source and display. The HDP 101 4K is ideal for integrating HDMI sources into new or existing DisplayPort systems.

Key Features

  • Provides connectivity between HDMI sources and DisplayPort displays and peripherals
  • Supports computer and video resolutions up to 4K/30 @ 4:4:4 with data rates up to 10.2 Gbps
  • Supported HDMI specification features include data rates up to 10.2 Gbps, Deep Color up to 12 bit, 3D, Lip Sync, and HD lossless audio formats
  • HDCP compliant
  • Equalizes incoming HDMI signals up to 15 feet (4 meters) to compensate for signal loss due to low quality cables or marginal sources

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New 4K/60 HDMI Switchers with Ethernet Monitoring and Control

We are pleased to introduce the SW HD 4K PLUS two-input and four-input switchers for 4K/60 HDMI signals. The switchers are HDCP compliant, and support data rates up to 18 Gbps, HDR, 12-bit Deep Color, 3D, Lip Sync, embedded audio including HD lossless audio formats, and CEC pass-through. Both models feature EDID Minder®, which maintains continuous EDID communication with connected devices and ensures that the HDMI sources power up properly and maintain correct video output. The switchers are easy to operate using the front panel controls or auto-switching. Ethernet, RS-232, and contact closure ports provide ample options for integration with any control system.

Key Features:

  • Supports computer and video resolutions up to 4K/60 @ 4:4:4
  • Ethernet monitoring and control
  • HDCP 2.2 compliant
  • Supported HDMI 2.0b specification features include data rates up to 18 Gbps, HDR, Deep Color up to 12 bit, 3D, HD lossless audio formats, and CEC pass-through
  • EDID Minder® automatically manages EDID communication between connected devices
  • Automatic input cable equalization to 25 feet (7.6 meters) when used with Extron HDMI Pro Series cable
  • Easy setup and commissioning with Extron’s PCS – Product Configuration Software

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New Audio Expansion Interface Easily Adds 16 Audio Outputs

Extron Electronics is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the new AXI 016, a sixteen output audio expansion interface for DMP 128 Plus audio DSP systems. The AXI 016 connects to the EXP expansion port on the DMP 128 Plus, transforming the matrix from an 8 output device into a 24 output device. Since all of the high performance, low-latency DSP processing occurs within the attached DMP 128 Plus, no separate configuration is needed for the AXI 016. The AXI 016 audio expansion interface also supports audio DSP systems that integrate a DMP 128 Plus and a DTP CrossPoint matrix switcher

Key Features:

  • Adds sixteen line level analog outputs to a DMP 128 Plus system
  • Connects with a CAT 6 cable to the EXP expansion port on the DMP 128 Plus
  • Supports DSP systems that integrate a DMP 128 Plus and a DTP CrossPoint
  • Front panel signal, clip, and port LEDs
  • High signal density – 16 analog outputs in a compact 1U, half rack width enclosure
  • Energy-efficient, external universal power supply included

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