CHATSWORTH, CA – Connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced the availability of its 1:5 Splitter for HDMI v1.3. This high performance distribution solution accepts one HDMI signal from Blu-ray players, DVD players, set-top boxes, digital video recorders and game systems, and delivers the same audio and video to five HDMI displays and projectors at the same time. Greater signal distributions can be achieved when cascading two or more Splitters together. more

CHATSWORTH, CA – Integrating computer, legacy and digital devices is easy with Gefen’s new Audio/Video Scaler Pro with Amplifier. This rack-mountable scaler works with today’s popular interfaces, performs seamless source switching, and up-scales video to 1080p full HD while supporting audio amplification. The built-in audio amplifier makes this product ideal for presentations, board rooms and similar environments where multiple A/V sources can be accommodated with a one-box solution. It offers volume control and two 20-watts per channel speaker outputs so users can integrate audio and video equipment conveniently and easily. more

CHATSWORTH, CA – Anyone who’s ever tried to connect a Blu-ray player, set-top box and PlayStation 3 to the single HDMI input on a high definition display will appreciate Gefen’s new 3×1 HDMI v1.3 Switcher. This black, rack-mountable solution comes equipped with three HDMI inputs and one HDMI output, allowing users to switch between all three sources using the switcher’s IR remote. CEC source switching is fully enabled, while 1080p full HD resolutions are delivered instantly for each source, when selected. more

CHATSWORTH, CA – Ease, convenience, and high quality signal delivery combine to make the new Gefen 1:5 Splitter for HDMI over CAT-5 a key solution for integrators today.

The rack-mountable unit performs two functions, allowing any HDMI source signal to be split and delivered to five displays simultaneously. It can also extend four displays up to 45 meters (150-feet) over CAT-5 cables. At this distance, 1080p full HD is delivered instantly using the standard cabling; resolutions up to 1080i can be extended even further to 90 meters (300-feet). Users can also connect five displays locally using standard HDMI cables, or extend just one, two, three or four displays as needed. Both video and audio are transmitted over the same two CAT-5 cables allowing for a simple method of extension. more

Digital connectivity solutions provider Gefen Inc. is pleased to announce that its consumer-focused Home Theater Scaler Pro snagged recognition as one of the year’s most innovative products by the editors of Electronic House magazine. The awards program proactively seeks out newly available and soon to be released products boasting noteworthy technological achievements and extraordinary features for today’s connected home. more

CHATSWORTH, CA – Connectivity solutions provider Gefen is pleased to announce the availability of three new system integrators designed for audio/video systems using the component video format. Ideal for large scale home entertainment systems, digital signage applications and high profile audio/video installations, all three solutions perform two functions in a single-box solution, streamlining equipment for an easy installation. more

CEDIA Booth 518 – At CEDIA, Gefen demonstrates the functionality of two new HDMI v1.3 extension systems, each designed to offer alternative methods of high quality signal delivery.

The GefenTV HDMI v1.3 Repeater is a tiny device that sits between two HDMI cables allowing the signal to be transferred beyond its 3 meter specified limit. High quality visuals and the entire expanded HDMI v1.3 features including deep color with DTS Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD audio formats are delivered instantly with no delays. This extender is recommended for shorter length installations. more

CHATSWORTH, CA – Connectivity solutions provider Gefen contributed its DVI Extenders for Barco LED processors to an audiovisual project that received the 2008 ARCHI-TECH AV Grand Prize Award. The winning project, Victory Park Screens in Dallas, was selected from the Best Over $1 million category, designed by TFO Architecture, The Whitlock Group-Dallas and Vantage Technology Consulting Group. more

CHATSWORTH, CA – In an ongoing effort to enhance the customer experience and streamline the company’s expanding product offerings, Gefen has revamped its website, www.gefen.com.

The most prominent new feature is the intuitive navigation, with major product lines listed according to functionality. “The goal was to make the site very easy to navigate and move around,� said Hagai Gefen, president and CEO. “Our in-house designers worked very hard to make the site clean, attractive and informative for anyone looking for solutions among Gefen’s growing product lines.� more

CHATSWORTH, CA – Connectivity solutions provider Gefen announces the pre-release of its HDMI IR Extender. This hi-def audio/video extension system delivers 1080p full HD in the HDMI format with IR back channel control over two industry-standard CAT-5 cables.

The instant delivery of IR signals allow users to control their hi-def audio/video sources from up to 100 meters (at 1080i) or 50 meters (at 1080p) in distance. Rack mounted sources can be accessed and controlled from any room in the house or venue using this IR-enabled extension system. more