When high end video processing is required in the studio or in the field, Gefen offers two new scaling solutions that make video scaling simple. Both solutions offer today’s best method of achieving a true high definition output using standard and high definition sources, and is compatible with set-top boxes, gaming consoles and DVD players to enable true 1080p performance. more

CHATSWORTH, CA – In order to demonstrate the portability and high value performance of its 01V96V2 Digital Mixing Console, John Schauer, product manager for the Live Sound department of Yamaha Corporation of America, selected Gefen’s Wireless USB Extender. Schauer can control the 01V96 from the USB port using both Macintosh and PC computers. more

CHATSWORTH, CA – A new USB to DVI Graphics Adapter from Gefen offers a handy way to connect additional displays to all Windows XP and Vista operating systems available today, and now for Mac OS X as well.

This tiny adapter allows a plug and play connection of a DVI or VGA display to any USB 2.0 port so you can add digital video displays or projectors to your laptop and personal computer for simultaneous video delivery without needing a DVI port. Output video is delivered in the DVI-I format, allowing for either VGA or DVI display compatibility. more

Connectivity solutions provider Gefen announces the availability of two new distribution amplifiers for component video systems.

The 1:4 Component/Audio CAT-5 Distribution Amplifier and the 1:8 Component/Audio CAT-5 Distribution Amplifier both enable the delivery of component video to multiple displays. Each solution is equipped with RCA (left/right) analog and digital (S/PDIF and TOSlink) audio inputs, offering an easy method of sending both audio and video to four or eight remote locations from a single source. more

CHATSWORTH, CA – Gefen‘s newest solutions engineered to support the expanded HDMI v1.3 format include a 1:5 Splitter for HDMI v1.3, and a 1:10 HDMI v1.3 Distribution Amplifier.

The Gefen 1:5 Splitter for HDMI v1.3 accepts one audio/video input, such as a DVD player or set top box, and transmits the same signal to five displays. The 1:10 HDMI v1.3 Distribution Amplifier transmits one HDMI source to ten displays. Both units can accommodate larger distributions when “daisy chained” with another splitter. more

CHATSWORTH, CA – In response to market demands and in an effort to make professional quality solutions more accessible to home users, Gefen is manufacturing a new line of add-on HDTV solutions called Gefen TV. This line is based on Gefen‘s professional series solutions, but packaged differently. Their streamlined, user-friendly enclosures allow for simple, plug and play connections among today‘s selection of HDTV equipment. more

CHATSWORTH, CA – The new, multi-functional 4×4 HDMI CAT-5 Matrix from Gefen offers an easy method of integrating high definition sources and displays.

Its four HDMI inputs support all high definition audio/video devices equipped with HDMI including satellite television systems, disc players, digital video recorders and gaming systems. Once all four sources are connected to the matrix, users can assign each source to one of the four displays or projectors connected to the matrix‘s HDMI outputs. more

CHATSWORTH, CA – Connectivity solutions provider Gefen is pleased to announce the availability of the new Gefen TV Signal Generator. This solution is packaged under the Gefen TV prosumer brand, and is recommended for anyone installing, designing, and purchasing home theater systems today. more

A new Home Theater Scaler Plus from Gefen delivers multiple audio/video functions in one streamlined box. Not only does it scale video signals in high definition resolutions from 480i to 1080p, it supports legacy and high definition formats, converts analog A/V to digital, and enables source switching so the user can connect and access several sources from the same display. more

CHATSWORTH, CA – When you need to generate the same video for two displays located in a remote location, Gefen‘s new 2X VGA Extender can deliver. This sender/receiver system does double duty, offering a clean split and the ability to extend two displays up to 1000 feet. more