Anaheim, California (March 19, 2009) – Extron Electronics is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the CVC 300, a new universal, high definition component video to RGB converter. It accepts all standard definition and high definition analog component video formats, from 480i and 576i to HDTV 1080p/60 and 1920×1200, and transcodes the incoming component video signal for output as RGBHV or RGBS. The CVC 300 is ideal for use in applications that require the integration of devices with component video output, such as DVD players, DTV tuners and DVRs, or game consoles, into RGB-based A/V system designs. more

Anaheim, California (March 19, 2009) – Extron Electronics is pleased to announce the immediate availability of two new additions to the company’s growing line of fiber optic products. These include the FOX 4G DA8, an eight output fiber optic distribution amplifier, and the FOX 4G SW8, an eight input fiber optic switcher. more

EVERGREEN, CO, March 24, 2009—Wowza Media Systems announced today that its #1 rated Wowza Media Server® Pro server software has been selected by TV1.EU, Germany’s largest platform for online video technology, to deliver high-performance Flash streaming from existing RTP/RTSP dicas encoders. Only Wowza offers the ability to stream H.264 to Flash from RTP/RTSP encoders, a crucial factor in TV1.EU’s decision to select Wowza. more

A rugged and economical solution for field or studio applications requiring use of existing standard fiber cable with the SMPTE Hybrid HDTV Camera Connector.

Also use to interconnect equipment with standard ST connectors in locations where only SMPTE Hybrid connectors are installed. more

Nemal Electronics International of North Miami, Florida has introduced a new series of 75 Ohm BNC connectors for use in broadcast, audio, video, and communications applications. The NE8000H Series includes models for most popular 75 ohm cables, digital as well as older analog versions, all using industry standard crimping tools. Construction is very user friendly, both in terms of installation and mating. Each individual connector package contains appropriate cable information as well as a diagram of strip dimensions. The knurled body design facilitates connector handling, while contact captivation insures proper contact placement. These products are in stock for immediate delivery.

For additional information, please contact NEMAL ELECTRONICS INTERNATIONAL at (800) 522-2253, Fax (305) 895-8178, email, info@nemal.com, or on the web at www.nemal.com.

Project Green AV hosts its first webinar today, March 5, 3:00 PM EST, sponsored by Projector Lamp Services, LLC. The webinar, “Green Building: Challenges and Opportunities for AV,� discusses opportunities for the growth of the audio visual industry with emerging Green businesses and government regulations including: Green Building; integration; and new technology and product service for lifecycle extension. Featured speakers include Elizabeth Eames from Project Green AV; Gina Sansivero of Projector Lamp Services; and Ron Howard of the elevenTECHGROUP. more

LAS VEGAS, NV – Neutrik expands its opticalCON line of pre-assembled mobile field cables to include a cost-effective camera link set up, opticalCON Low Voltage Camera / Single mode Hybrid cable. Ideal for any broadcast application including mobile broadcast studios/trucks, touring staging productions and live performances, Neutrik’s newest addition to opticalCON’s pre-terminated cable offerings will be on display at NAB 2009 (N7929). more

Little Ferry, New Jersey, Feb 9, 2009…….PureLink™ by Dtrovision LLC announced today it would begin shipping it’s breakthrough Modular Digital Matrix Router Series beginning March 1, 2009. PureLink manufactures the world’s best selling line of Integrated DVI and HDMI Matrix Routers, with exclusive features not found on any other brand. more

Video is the preferred method of communication and learning, from training and product demonstrations to inside an installation. Do you have a video you would like to share with the SVC community? Email SVC‘s Online Editor Jessaca Gutierrez at jessaca.gutierrez@penton.com to get your video posted to SVC TV.

Supports HDMI v1.3 Data Rates up to 10.2 Gbps with Cable Lengths up to 100 meters

Amsterdam, The Netherlands – February 3, 2009 – DVIGear, a leading manufacturer of digital connectivity products, and Gennum Corporation (TSX:GND), a leading supplier of mixed-signal and analog signal integrity solutions, today announced that DVIGear has deployed a new high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) coaxial extender based on Gennum’s ActiveConnect™ technology. Fully compatible with the latest HDMI v1.3 standard, DVIGear’s new DVI-7510a Coax Extender supports HDMI v1.3 data rates of up to 10.2 Gbps at distances up to 100 meters (330 feet) with no loss of audio or video quality. DVIGear will debut this groundbreaking new product at the Integrated Systems Europe show (stand 1K55) taking place February 3-5 at the RAI Convention Center in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. more