CEN-IDOCV Interface for Apple iPod® Adds Video and PoE Compatibility

ROCKLEIGH, NJ, July 10, 2009 – The new Crestron CEN-IDOCV is the next generation interface and control solution for the popular iPod® personal media player. It seamlessly integrates iTunes audio and video with a Crestron whole house AV system, using 2-way communication to reproduce the iPod experience on Crestron touchpanels. With Crestron exclusive USB over Ethernet technology, the CEN-IDOCV synchronizes the iPod with any networked computer running Apple iTunes. The IDOCV is PoE compatible, drawing power through the LAN wiring and eliminating the need for a nearby outlet. Just plug the iPod into the docking station to experience your entire personal media collection throughout the house and on any Crestron video touchpanel. more

SAN JOSE — July 10, 2009— Atlona Technologies announced in early 2008 its intent to produce the world’s first and only plenum digital cable in HDMI and DVI-DL type connectors. After many hours and redesigns, Underwriters Laboratories has issued a UL file number more

CHATSWORTH, CA – When powering several units in a rack, tangled cords and power surges can become a problem. Connectivity solutions provider Gefen offers an easy way to eliminate messy power cords behind the audio/video rack.

The Power Rack 54 and 58 both come in a rack mountable enclosure equipped with four or eight 5-volt power supplies. Each product uses one 24-volt power supply to streamline cords and centralize power distribution.

“The Power Rack 54 and 58 are designed to complement Gefen’s high definition video extension solutions over CAT-5 and CAT-6 cables,� said Hagai Gefen, president and CEO, Gefen Inc. “Both alleviate cable congestion in the rack area.�

Both Power Racks offer a grounding wire to provide maximum safety. Through step-down power, both Gefen Power Racks prevent signal degradation, particularly when powering VGA, component and audio devices. Over-current ability protects against power surges, while the metal enclosure offers electromagnetic shielding.