Anaheim, California (June 19, 2007) – Extron Electronics announces the HPA 502 and HPA 1001-70V Half Rack Width Power Amplifiers. These professional grade, highly efficient 100 watt amplifiers feature ENERGY STAR qualified designs to help meet green building requirements. They feature a highly efficient Class D design with patented CDRS™ – Class D Ripple Suppression technology from Extron that nearly eliminates EMI emissions and interference with wireless A/V equipment. The HPA 502 and HPA 1001-70V also deliver exceptional performance with more than 100 dB signal-to-noise ratio, unweighted and THD + noise of less than 0.05%. With a compact enclosure, these amplifiers are ideal for installation in racks and lecterns with very limited ventilation, and are convection cooled without the need for fans. The HPA 502 is a two-channel model, which delivers 50 watts rms per channel into 4 or 8 ohms. The HPA 1001-70V is a mono amplifier with 100 watts rms output for 70 volt distributed speaker systems. Both amplifiers are ideal for classrooms, meeting rooms, boardrooms, and commercial environments. more

Extron Electronics is pleased to introduce the MGP 464W WindoWall™ System, a powerful and versatile, yet user-friendly multi-display videowall system. It features a highly scalable architecture that delivers optimum performance and reliability, with a separate MGP 464W Multi-Graphic Processor dedicated to each display. The system includes WindoWall Console application software that facilitates intuitive, straightforward control and configuration, and the creation of multi-window presentations for displaying graphics, HDTV, and video. The MGP 464W WindoWall System is ideal for various applications requiring highly reliable, multi-window videowall systems. more

Extron Electronics is pleased to introduce ten new DVI and HDMI Switchers, DA’s, Extenders, and Equalizers. These products switch, split, and amplify DVI and HDMI signals, ensuring the integrity of a continuous digital signal path from source to destination. All of these new products accommodate a variety of mounting options for easy integration. They are ideal for professional and residential applications that utilize fully digital transmission of HDTV or high resolution computer-video signals. more

Extron Electronics is pleased to introduce the Extron AVTrac, a low-profile, floor-mounted cable raceway system with a modular AAP – Architectural Adapter Plate enclosure. It is designed for use in any environment where A/V devices require connectivity but are not positioned near a wall or other area where power, data, and A/V connections are traditionally located. AVTrac is a cost-effective, discreet alternative to power poles, poke-through devices, trenching, and raised access flooring. It is ideal for use in classrooms, training centers, and corporate boardrooms as well as legacy installations and other reconfigurable spaces that require flexible placement of A/V, power and data connectors. more

Extron Electronics is pleased to introduce the Fiber Matrix 6400, a high performance, modular fiber optic matrix switcher for complete, end-to-end digital A/V signal transmission and routing over fiber optic cable. It is expandable in sizes from 8×8 up to 64×64, and supports up to 4.25 Gbps digital switching. Equipped with all of the convenience features common to Extron matrix switchers, together with hot-swappable I/O boards, real-time system monitoring, and redundant, hot-swappable power supplies, the Fiber Matrix 6400 delivers highly reliable, enterprise-wide switching of fiber optic A/V and control signals for any mission-critical environment. more

Extron Electronics is pleased to introduce the SMX System MultiMatrix Series of modular, multi-plane matrix switchers. These new switchers combine multiple, independent analog and digital matrix switchers in a truly field-configurable, modular frame. The SMX System is an ideal choice for medical imaging systems, conference and training facilities, and other mid-sized applications requiring a variety of signal types and requiring a cost-effective upgrade path for ongoing I/O or signal format changes. more

Extron Electronics is pleased to introduce the MTPX Plus Series Twisted Pair Matrix Switchers with industry leading features, such as dynamic skew compensation, RS-232 control signal insertion, local audio/video inputs and outputs, and level and peaking compensation. Available in six fixed I/O sizes from 8×16 to 32×32, MTPX Plus Series twisted pair matrix switchers are capable of routing high resolution video and audio signals 1,000 feet or more over CAT 5, 5e, or 6 UTP cable. The MTPX Plus Series simplifies A/V system integration and uses active signal compensation to ensure consistent image quality. Fully compatible with Extron MTP Series twisted pair transmitters, receivers, and distribution amplifiers, MTPX Plus matrix switchers offer integrators the flexibility and cost-effective features for creating a wide variety of applications. more

Extron Electronics has introduced the FOX 500 Fiber Optic Extender, a transmitter and receiver set for sending high resolution RGB, stereo audio and RS-232 control over a single fiber. Engineered for reliability and exceptional high resolution image performance, it uses Extron‘s exclusive zero compression, all digital technology, to deliver perfect pixel-by-pixel transmission of computer images up to UXGA resolution. All the integration friendly features expected from Extron have been designed into the FOX 500, making it the preferred choice for very long distance signal transmission in professional A/V systems. Two models of the FOX 500 are available, one which supports multimode fiber at 850 nm for short-range applications up to 150 meters (450 feet) within buildings and facilities, and the other for singlemode as well as multimode fiber at 1310 nm to support very long-range transmissions up to 30 km (18.75 miles). more

Extron Electronics is pleased to announce the promotions of Kathy Laterneau to Regional Sales Manager – Northeast region, and Remy Nguyen to Regional Sales Manager, Mid-Atlantic region. Kathy has 15 years of customer service experience in addition to a degree in International Business from California State University, Fullerton. She has been with Extron for six years working in various roles with both Customer Support and Sales Support teams. Remy joined Extron last May, and has 14 years of industry experience in operations, program management and sales management with such companies as Lockheed Martin/Globalstar, NASA Ames, and LGC Wireless. more

Extron Electronics introduces the ISS 506 Six Input Seamless Switcher. The ISS 506 offers truly seamless, glitch-free switching between RGB, HDTV, and standard definition video sources, and also features advanced scaling technologies for high quality, high resolution video presentations using the latest displays. With presentation-enhancing features such as independent Preview output, switching transition effects, the ability to insert logos and titles, and multiple possibilities for control, the ISS 506 is designed to deliver advanced capabilities to high-end applications such as corporate boardrooms, auditoriums, houses of worship, and other live event venues. more