CHATSWORTH, CA – Connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced that its GefenTV Auto Volume Stabilizer is now shipping. This device solves one of the most common complaints heard from consumers when watching television: a noticeable rise in volume levels during commercials. This solution eliminates that problem, keeping the volume the same throughout TV programs and commercials. It will also level the volume on different CDs and audio mixes. Everything is heard at a consistent level, improving the listening experience. more

CHATSWORTH, CA – Connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced that AVAD is a master distributor for Gefen’s digital signage solutions. Successful completion of an intensive two-day training at Gefen’s LA-based headquarters provided AVAD with its master distributor status. more

Feed audio from any HDMI input to surround sound system, while passing through 1080p full HD to any two displays.

CHATSWORTH, CA – Connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced that its GefenTV Home Theater Audio Processor and optional five-set, wall-mountable speakers are now shipping. These two products work in concert to enable a plug and play method of creating surround sound audio in any room using primarily audio extracted from the HDMI input from any Blu-ray player, gaming system or set-top box. A digital audio input is also available. more

Gefen’s newest extender supports the extension of 108p full HD with 3DTV, IR and multi-channel audio over one CAT-5 cable.

CHATSWORTH, CA – Connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced that the newest extension solution from its Gefen ToolBox line of wall-mountable hardware is currently shipping. The Gefen ToolBox Extender for HDMI 3DTV uses innovative HDBaseT technology from Valens Semiconductor to enhance the length and features of its high definition extension capability.

Small sender and receiver units link any hi-def source to an HDTV display using one industry-standard CAT-5 cable, delivering 1080p full HD with 3DTV pass-through, multi-channel audio and IR remote control up to 330 feet (100m). more

LOS ANGELES, CA – When ESPN’s X Games descends upon Los Angeles to celebrate its 16th year in providing world-class venues for the finest athletes competing in action sports, Gefen’s Digital Signage Creator will be there. From July 29 to August 1, 2010, Gefen’s DSC will help direct X Games attendees to all the radical action taking place throughout the city.

Fierce competitions between more than 200 athletes in Skateboard, BMX Freestyle, Moto X and Rally Car will play out in four key venues within downtown LA: STAPLES Center, Nokia Theatre, the Event Deck at L.A. LIVE and the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. more

New Hardware/Software solutions offers unlimited potential for digital signage.

CHATSWORTH, CA – Digital connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced that its Digital Signage Creator (DSC) is currently shipping.

The DSC works with any Windows-based browser and gives users full control over their digital signage content creation. The intuitive layout program offers the ability to create templates, insert music, layer video images, write scripts to control content and pull RSS feeds off the Internet to name just a few. Unlimited creative possibilities free users to build totally customized content that best suits their unique needs. more

CHATSWORTH, CA – Connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced the availability of its new product line, Gefen ToolBox. Initially unveiled at 2010 trade shows such as CES and InfoComm, the new products are currently shipping. The mix of products include a selection of audio/video matrixes, switchers, splitters and extenders, which are small in size, easily transported and can be wall-mounted. All products support audio/video systems using HDMI v1.4a connectivity including 3DTV pass-through, and are equipped with a locking HDMI connector to eliminate cable disconnects in the field. more

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In a strategic move that places Gefen on the content development side of digital signage, the digital connectivity solutions provider unveils its new Digital Signage Creator at InfoComm. This new product joins existing digital signage solutions including a Hi-Def Digital Signage Player for scheduling pre-recorded content and a plug and play 2×2 DVI Video Wall Controller for creating a four-display video wall. more

Exciting Fast Switching Technology Resolves Slow Switching Time Between HDMI Source Selection for a Fast and Efficient Performance

CHATSWORTH, CA – Connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced that all its HDMI v1.3 products are capable of using new Fast Switching Technology (FST).

This proprietary new technology emerged to better handle HDCP (high-bandwidth digital content protection) handshaking, which in the past could take up to ten seconds in transition when switching between sources. more

Connect any display to your laptop using the USB port.

CHATSWORTH, CA – Tapped out of video ports but want to add a new display? Gefen makes it easy with its just released USB to DVI HD. This tiny adapter comes equipped with one USB input and one DVI output. Any USB port on the computer can be used to connect a digital display using the DVI, VGA or HDMI format. more