Digital Design Guide. Digital Video for Professional A / V Systems

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1 Digital Design Guide Digital Video for Professional A / V Systems

2 Extron Digital Design Guide The A/V industry is in the midst of a major transition, from analog to digital presentation technologies. As a leading manufacturer of products engineered for the commercial A/V market, Extron has a long history with the development of digital solutions, going back nearly a decade with the release of many of the industry s first distribution and extension products. Over the past five years, our product line has grown considerably and now includes the A/V industry s most complete portfolio of digital switchers, cables and adapters, and twisted pair and fiber optic extenders. Most importantly, Extron manufactures the interfaces and signal conversion products necessary to make possible the transition from analog to the many available digital formats, including, HDMI, DisplayPort, and HD-SDI. This Digital Design Guide addresses the A/V industry s primary challenge as it transitions from analog to digital - how these new signal types and system topologies are integrated into A/V presentation systems that serve the communication needs of our customers. It provides a reference for A/V system designers seeking to understand these emerging technologies and the options available, with a practical approach to integration in new and legacy presentation systems. In this Guide you will find overviews of each of the digital video formats most commonly used in commercial A/V applications. Next, you will find sample A/V system designs, ranging from a simple classroom to a network operations center, that describe the practical aspects of these transitional A/V systems, the type of equipment needed, and signal flow from one device to another. Following the system design section is a condensed catalog of Extron products designed for the integration of these digital technologies. At the end of the Guide, you ll find a comprehensive Glossary of terms related to digital video for professional A/V applications. Extron Worldwide Sales Offices USA West USA East Europe Middle East Asia Japan China

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Digital Video for Professional A/V Systems The Digital Connection... 2 Digital Video Signal Formats... 8 Anatomy of a Digital Video Signal Understanding EDID - Extended Display Identification Data DM for the A/V Professional Digital System Designs HD Video Conference & Presentation oom Digital Upgrade to Existing Analog System College/University Classroom System Network Operations Center System Corporate Training oom System Municipal Courtroom System Lecture Hall System Extron Digital Video Product Solutions Extenders Distribution Amplifiers Switchers Matrix Switchers Signal Conversion Test & Measurement Cables & Adapters Glossary Digital A/V Glossary

4 The Digital Connection The prevalence of various digital signal formats in the professional A/V industry presents opportunities as well as challenges for integration. The A/V industry is currently in the midst of a significant transition, from analog video to digital video technologies and applications. Every day, system designers face the challenge of integrating digital and analog video signals into new and previously-installed A/V systems. As digital video is associated with the cutting edge in A/V technology, there is an increasing desire by integrators and their customers to incorporate digital video into their systems. A wide array of digital video ports, including, HDMI, DisplayPort, and HD-SDI, are present in some form on virtually every new component found in the market today. In addition, there is a very large installed base of analog hardware, as well as content, which must be kept viable even within new system designs. For the foreseeable future, then, most presentation environments will require mix of analog and digital video products and technologies. Digital Video It s More Than Just HDMI Although the digital transition is currently headline news, digital video is not new to the professional A/V industry. The broadcast, teleproduction, and rental/staging segments adopted serial digital video, SDI, more than 20 years ago, and HD- SDI has been in use for more than a decade now. In the medical, visualization, and computer graphics segments, has been an established format since Continual evolution within the computer, broadcast, and now consumer electronics industries has brought digital signal connectivity to the forefront with the introduction of two, newer digital video standards HDMI for consumer products and DisplayPort for computers and related technologies. The prevalence of these various digital signal formats presents opportunities as well as challenges for integration of professional A/V systems. and DisplayPort are common to PCs and laptops, and are standard on many professional displays and high-end projectors. HDMI is primarily found on HDTV-capable products such as Blu-ray Disc players, game consoles, and satellite and cable DVs and receivers. While designed for consumer and residential applications, some HDMI-equipped products are now being utilized in commercial applications as well. High definition digital video has also found its way into many applications beyond the broadcast studio as a means to capture, distribute, and display high definition content, extending Figure 1-1. Digital Transmission Can Achieve Perfect Signal econstruction Digital Source Device Digital Display Device Internal Digital Functions Serialize Deserialize Internal Digital Functions Original digital video pixels Perfectly reconstructed digital video pixels Digital video at serializer output At deserializer input, distortions caused by cabling, etc can readily be corrected by practical means 2 Extron Digital Design Guide

5 into house of worship and rental and staging environments. Just about every display available today has some type of digital video capability. Whether it s a desktop PC display, ceilingmounted projector, or a large flat-panel LCD on a wall, chances are that a, HDMI, or DisplayPort connector is available to accept incoming signals from digital source devices. Why Digital? The implementation of digital A/V technologies brings the promise of several distinct advantages over analog technologies. First, for the manufacturers of computers and displays, there is the potential of removing a considerable amount of processing circuitry from a device. Since signals are already digital within the electronics of virtually all A/V products, most if not all analogto-digital and/or digital-to-analog conversion can be eliminated, resulting in lower manufacturing costs and allowing for more competitive pricing. Second, in comparison to analog-based devices and systems, digital signals are by nature, lossless, enabling the distribution of pixel-perfect and consistent, pristine quality images while reducing the time and effort required for system and display set-up (see Figure 1-1). Finally, a digital infrastructure can be designed to accommodate the high resolutions commonly found today, such as 1920x1200 and HDTV 1080p, and provide support for the higher rates on the horizon. Making the Choice Analog, Digital, or Both? Part and parcel of any transition are uncertainty, the fear of the unknown and desire to look for expert help and assistance in making decisions. In your role as an A/V IT manager, consultant or A/V system integrator, your customers are depending on you to help them make the best choices. In the face of a wide array of products and disparate technologies, customers want advice during the design and implementation phases to ensure that A/V systems meet their requirements for functionality and performance, stay within budget and, ideally, provide for future growth and further changes in technology. Complicating the decision is the knowledge that, while new A/V technologies and signal types are continually introduced, not all of them survive and the ones that do generally don't immediately replace the legacy formats. For example, many new digital source devices incorporate an assortment of analog video outputs, including composite video, S-video, and component video. Correspondingly, most new digital displays are still equipped with analog inputs. You might ask why do manufacturers go to the extra effort, and additional expense, to provide a variety of connectors on their products? In a word, compatibility. Most manufacturers realize that sources and displays are rarely replaced at the same time. New sources, such as Blu-ray Disc players and higherend laptop PCs, need to maintain compatibility with older displays. New, high-resolution flat panel displays and projectors, on the other hand, need to remain compatible with older sources, such as VHS recorders and DVD players that are retained for use with legacy content. System designs for typical training and presentation facilities, therefore, very often accommodate a hybrid mix of analog and digital capabilities, providing support for legacy analog video formats while incorporating newer signal types such as, HDMI, DisplayPort and, in some cases, HD-SDI. Digital signals by nature are lossless, enabling distribution of pixel-perfect and consistent, pristine quality images while reducing the time and effort required for system and display set-up. Extron SW4 A Plus Switcher with selectable cable equalization 3

6 The Digital Connection Basic questions you need to ask before designing a system: Will the system need to accommodate both Analog and Digital formats? Is this an upgrade to an existing analog based system? Is the system expected to span a technology life of many years? 4 Extron Digital Design Guide The first question to be answered, then, is the most difficult, as it goes right to the core of the transition. Should you: Stick with a tried-and-true analog design for the time being? Build an digital / analog hybrid system that incorporates a mix of technologies? Or, build tomorrow s system today with an alldigital design and some provision for legacy analog products? The answer, as with so many decisions and choices to be made, is It depends. Some systems are likely to remain predominantly analog for some time, with signal converters added as needed to accommodate new digital displays or source devices. For example, technology budgets for K-12 classrooms typically do not allow the wholesale upgrade of a media system simply to accommodate a new technology. Integrating a new, HDMI-equipped playback source, however, may require nothing more than the appropriate digital extender and a direct connection to the digital input on the projector. Others, such as in university lecture halls and corporate boardrooms, are beginning to incorporate digital video technologies on a broader, more systematic scale to accommodate the continuously evolving needs for digital media presentations while maintaining compatibility with existing stores of analog content and playback equipment. Digital input capability can be added by changing out the central switcher or scaler to one that accepts analog and digital signals; conversely, digital displays can be accommodated through the use of a switcher or scaler that outputs digital signals. Finally, specialized applications such as visualization, simulation, military and medical imaging, and command and control, are adopting a fully digital approach that can deliver uncompromised, very high quality, very high resolution images one of the major benefits of digital video. These system designs are based around an all-digital switcher or matrix switcher, with any legacy analog sources accommodated through the use of an analog-to-digital converter. The bottom line is that, just as video replaced motion picture film and DVDs replaced VHS cassettes, digital technology in one or more forms will replace analog in the majority of applications over time. Typical corporate and educational presentation systems will move to a fully digital design in the future; for the time being, however, a hybrid system design that supports both analog and digital signals takes into account a wide range of presentation needs and technologies and, in the long run, is the most prudent and cost-effective approach. Later in this Guide, you ll find examples of realworld applications and the system designs used to address the particular needs of the customer or presentation environment. Matching Technology to Need Before undertaking a system design, full knowledge of the customer s needs and expectations are necessary. Once the primary question analog, digital, or both? has been answered, many more questions remain to be asked. Is there a requirement for interoperability between digital and analog components? Depending on the source content, this may not be feasible due to digital rights management such as HDCP. Is this an upgrade to an existing system? If so, is there a need to support legacy devices while providing the flexibility to address future growth capability? System longevity is also a key consideration in determining the appropriate product solutions. Is the system expected to span a technology life of many years? If so, perhaps an all-digital infrastructure should be considered to support

7 the continued evolution of video resolutions. System scope and size also determine operational practicality. Understanding the true operational requirements of any system during the design phase will help control potential cost overruns later. For example, if there are HDCP requirements, does protected content have to be viewable on all displays within the system, or only in a few, select locations? Having an operational understanding of a system will go a long way in meeting the needs as well as the budget of the customer. Going the Distance A/V professionals face three primary challenges in the handling of digital signals and the management of their distribution to ensure robust, reliable operation. The first is to maintain full signal integrity from source to destination. Digital video signals are considerably different in comparison to analog. Digital video signals do not degrade linearly as with analog video. For analog signals, the effects of cable-related losses worsen gradually with cable length, but for digital signals the impact is usually far more noticeable and abrupt, with sparkles, flashing images, or complete image loss altogether, as cable length increases beyond a digital cliff threshold. Technologies such as, HDMI, and DisplayPort are primarily designed for short, point-to-point connections, for example from a computer to a desktop monitor, or from a Blu-ray Disc player to a flat panel television. Distances in these applications are relatively short and, in light of the very high data rates involved and a desire to reduce cost and power consumption, digital source devices can rarely drive a signal more than a few feet. Use of high quality, high performance cables can help to a degree and, in some cases, can provide for reliable signal transmission up to 75 feet (25 meters) or so. While suitable for most consumer applications, this distance limitation can have a serious effect on professional A/V installations where signals must be routed many tens if not hundreds of feet, from source to destination. In order to compensate for this limitation, signal conditioning products such as equalizers can be used to recover and restore a signal to distances up to 200 feet (60 meters). For even longer cable runs, or to accommodate the need to run cable through conduit, digital signals can be converted and distributed using standard, shielded Category cable, or with fiber optic technologies. Second, there are very specific performance and timing parameter requirements that need to be maintained throughout the entire signal path. For example, in HDMI, the GB video lines, or channels, must be accurately synchronized in order to be accurately handled and reproduced throughout the system. Terms such as equalization, jitter, and reclocking in the digital world replace the familiar level and peaking terminology of the analog world. Signal conditioning requirements for digital signals are also different and must be understood accordingly before designing a system. The third challenge in the successful integration of digital A/V systems is to be able to reliably switch, distribute, and route signals. Some digital video connections, including, HDMI, and DisplayPort, require two-way communication between a source and a display. If this communication is interrupted, such as following a disconnection, source switch, or signal split, image display can be delayed, or even lost completely. In many cases, the content being used has a direct effect on this communication as well. For example, some early scaling DVD players with HDMI output did not allow the use of a repeater, and so the signal ended at the input of the switcher and was not passed through to the display. Later in this Guide, you ll learn in detail about the two primary forms of two-way communication: EDID - Extended Display Identification Data, where applicable, DM - Digital ights Management. Both are extremely important aspects of digital signal formats that can significantly impact The effects of cablerelated losses for digital signals are far more noticeable and abrupt, with sparkles, flashing images, or complete image loss all together. 5

8 The Digital Connection For reliable presentation of protected content within a system, all relevant signal paths must be fully HDCP compliant. system reliability if not properly accommodated and implemented. In brief, EDID relates to the communication of a display s performance capabilities, such as its native and supported resolutions, to the source connected to it. EDID simplifies system setup, in that the display tells the source what pixel rate and resolution it prefers, and the source then outputs the optimum rate and resolution for the display, generally resulting in perfect images that are accurate on a pixel-for-pixel basis. DM is the protection of intellectual property, of which HDCP - High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection is the most widely implemented. HDCP encryption is found on commerciallyrecorded Blu-ray Discs, high-definition digital satellite and cable television, downloadable content, and more. DM is a primary concern in residential applications, where content piracy is of great concern to copyright holders, such as motion picture studios, who stand to lose millions of dollars if content is made available through unauthorized replication. For reliable presentation of protected content within a residential entertainment system, all relevant signal paths must be fully HDCP compliant and conforming to specific rules. This is relatively simple in the typical one-to-one scenario where a Blu-ray Disc player is connected directly to a flat panel display, but both commercial and residential A/V systems usually present the necessity of sending signals from multiple sources to multiple destinations (see Figure 1-2.) The primary difference, though, between residential and professional A/V systems, is the type of content that is being distributed and displayed on a regular basis. In a home environment, virtually all content is derived from commercial, copyrighted sources: movies on Blu-ray, satellite broadcast, or streamed across the Internet; games on Blu-ray, DVD, or solid-state memory; and sports or other live entertainment from pay-per-view satellite or cable TV sources. In order to protect the rights of the legitimate owners of this content, digital rights management in general, and HDCP in particular, will become common. Content regularly used in professional A/V applications, on the other hand, is almost always locally generated. This mostly includes the display of Microsoft applications such as PowerPoint or Excel ; institutionally-produced video for training, demonstration, or sales presentations; and custom or proprietary software applications designed specifically for institutional operations or command-and-control needs. Very rarely is the content used in professional applications Figure 1-2. Professional Digital A/V System with HDCP Blu-ray Projector Flat Panel Display DV 4x4 Matrix Switcher Projector Flat Panel Display PC Projector Flat Panel Display PC HDCP Source HDCP epeater 1x4 DA Flat Panel Display HDCP Sink 6 Extron Digital Design Guide

9 encrypted with HDCP. Typically, rights-managed content is limited to the occasional use of commercially-recorded materials, for example when a sales manager wishes to rally the troops by playing a scene from his or her favorite movie. The key is to select digital products based on the day-to-day requirements of the application for which the system is being designed. In all applications, proper management of EDID communications is a must. For residential applications, compliance with a DM scheme such as HDCP is also mandatory for all system components. And for commercial applications, DM must also be considered within the system design to allow the occasional use of commercially-generated content, but may not be necessary for all system components or for every signal path within the overall system design. Extron Digital Solutions Professional A/V systems are highly customized, each one designed to meet a particular set of presentation requirements. Overcoming the challenges presented by various technologies, customer needs, or environmental parameters is the goal of all system designers. The implementation of digital signals does not change the fact that projectors are mounted on ceilings with cables routed over long distances or run through conduit. Not every system involves matrix switching capabilities, but almost every A/V system is designed to accommodate the need to split or switch signals, or provide the signal conversion necessary to introduce analog signals into a digital system, or vice versa. Extron offers a wide variety of product solutions that address the digital video needs of all market segments. The diversity of product lines brings flexibility and choice, giving designers the means to address systems at all levels. Augmenting a legacy system with digital inputs and distribution capability can help keep upgrade costs down, while still addressing customer needs. Mixed format systems are easily achievable and can be accommodated in small to large systems with short to extremely long distance requirements. An all-digital system can be designed with various levels of functionality, by utilizing products with performance features that address the exact needs required by the integrator. Extron offers a wide variety of product solutions that address the digital video needs of all market segments. 7

10 Digital Video Signal Formats HDMI is not the only digital video standard found in commercial A/V environments. Frequently encountered digital video formats include: HDMI DisplayPort SDI HD-SDI 3G-SDI connector HDMI connector 8 Extron Digital Design Guide Internal Digital Functions The video marketplace is currently dominated by high resolution plasma and LCD flat panel displays, and LCD and DLP projectors. These displays are natively digital in their design, construction, and operation. Similarly, the vast majority of sources that drive these displays, including computers, DVD and Blu-ray Disc players, high definition digital video recorders or DVs, and A/V receivers, are inherently digital devices. These products stand in contrast to the traditional, analog video sources and displays such as VHS recorders and CT-based televisions or data monitors that utilized signal interfaces such as composite video or GBHV. For a digital video source to initiate analog signal transmission, its digital output signals must be converted to analog video, a process known as digital-to-analog conversion or DAC. At the receiving end, a digital display must convert these analog signals back to digital, a process known as analog-to-digital conversion or ADC. Each DAC and ADC conversion introduces errors and distortion into the video signal. By employing alldigital transmission, these unnecessary errors, as well as the extra expense of ADC and DAC circuitry, can be eliminated. See Figure 2-1. There are several standard signal formats in use for digital video transmission between sources and displays. These include: Original digital video pixels - Digital Visual Interface HDMI - High Definition Multimedia Interface DisplayPort SDI - Serial Digital Interface Figure 2-1. DAC/ADC Conversions Can Degrade Transmitted Signals Digital Source Device Unnecessary if source and destination are both natively digital DAC ADC Transmitted analog video with errors due to DAC non-linearities Digital Display Device Internal Digital Functions econstructed digital video pixels with additional distortion caused by ADC quantization errors Some, such as SDI, have been in use for many years while others, such as HDMI and DisplayPort, are relatively new and are being updated continuously through the standards revision process. At this point, it is premature to predict whether any one of these formats will ultimately dominate professional A/V. Each format has its own technical advantages as well as unique capabilities to meet specific integration requirements within the A/V industry. Let s take a look at each one in some detail. - Digital Visual Interface and HDMI are based on a common signaling scheme for video known as TMDS - Transition- Minimized Differential Signaling. A TMDS link consists of three serial data channels, one for each color red, blue, and green plus a fourth channel carrying a pixel rate clock which provides the timing reference that keeps the three color channels synchronized. All TMDS data and clock lines are differential, or balanced, and are carried on twisted pairs within cable assemblies. To support different resolution requirements, the specification provides for one or two video links per connector, commonly known as single link or dual link, respectively. The maximum pixel rate for single link is 165 MHz, corresponding to 4.95 Gbps, which is more than sufficient for WUXGA 1920x1200 and HDTV 1080p/60, with a color depth of 8 bits per color. Higher resolutions and greater color depths can be supported by use of dual link, which handles pixel rates up to 330 MHz and resolutions as high as 3840x2400. The specification also provides for two additional lines of communication, both of which are essential in achieving successful transmission between devices (see Table 2-1). The DDC - Display Data Channel is a serial connection for EDID and HDCP communication. The HPD - Hot Plug Detect pin allows for implementation of hot plug detection, which allows a computer, for example, to detect the presence of a display without user intervention.

11 VGA - VESA E-DDC host assignment The specification provides for two types of connectors: -D, the standard connector, and -I, which can carry analog GBHV as well as digital signals. is a royalty-free standard originated by the DDWG - Digital Display Working Group. Version 1.0 of the specification was released in April 1999, and there have been no subsequent revisions since then. HDMI - High Definition Multimedia Interface The HDMI format incorporates the TMDS video functionality of and extends TMDS to carry digital audio and control information. By consolidating high definition video, audio, and control into a single, compact connector, HDMI has been very successful in the consumer audio/ video market (see Table 2-2). The most common HDMI connector is the 19-pin Type A, which contains a single TMDS link plus DDC and HPD lines. A 5 volt power supply line is also provided. In addition, HDMI connectors incorporate the CEC - Consumer Electronics Control line, which is used for integrated control of multiple devices within an A/V system. At this time, CEC control protocols are proprietary to each equipment manufacturer, and there is limited CEC compatibility between manufacturers. However, there are implementation guidelines for CEC and manufacturers are beginning to work together to develop standardized control. HDMI type A Table 2-2. HDMI pin configurations Pin Function Pin Function 1 DisplayPort TMDS Data2+ source-side 11 TMDS Clock Shield 2 TMDS Data2 Shield 12 TMDS Clock- 3 TMDS Data2-13 CEC 4 TMDS Data1+ 14 HEAC Data- 5 TMDS Data1 Shield 15 SCL 6 TMDS Data1-16 SDA 7 TMDS Data0 17 DDC/CEC Ground 8 TMDS Data0 Shield 18 +5V Power 9 TMDS Data0-19 Hot Plug Detect / 10 TMDS Clock+ HEAC Data+ versions, HDMI 1.3 specifies a twofold increase in the maximum TMDS single link clock rate to 340 MHz, corresponding to 10.2 Gbps (Table 2-3). The increased bandwidth of HDMI 1.3 enables up to 16 bits per color also known as Deep Color, an extended color space, the latest high resolution surround sound audio formats for Blu-ray Disc, and video resolutions up to WQXGA 2560x1600. Version 1.3 also mandates the inclusion of High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection or HDCP, a digital rights management scheme that prevents the copying of digital video and audio content. The current version, HDMI 1.4 (Table 2-4) was released in May I Dual Link analog and digital -D Dual Link digital only Table I Single Link analog and digital HDMI 1.3 Basic Performance Parameters Performance: - compatible MHz - Upward of 10.2 Gbps data speed - Color depth: 24-bit, plus 30, 36, and 48-bit Deep Color - Color space: ITU- BT709-5, xvycc Simple, plug and play connection Only one cable required Integrated video, audio, and content protection High level consumer control Auto lip sync Table 2-4. HDMI 1.4 Enhanced Functionality HDMI Ethernet Channel: - Bi-directional data channel supporting 100 Mbps Ethernet connectivity - Allows multiple devices to share one network connection Audio eturn Channel: - eturns upstream audio from a display's internal tuner to a receiver Supports higher maximum resolutions: x2160 at 24 Hz, 25 Hz, and 30 Hz x2160 at 24 Hz 3D Support up to 1080p Additional color space support: - Provides enhanced color accuracy with digital still cameras New HDMI Micro Connector: - Approximately 50% smaller than current HDMI mini connector -D Single Link digital only An additional HDMI connector variation is available. Type C is a miniaturized connector designed for portable equipment such as consumer camcorders and digital SL cameras. The HDMI specification and licensing is administered by HDMI Licensing, LLC. In contrast to, the HDMI specification has evolved through several standards revisions. Version 1.0 of the HDMI specification was released in June The most widespread version is HDMI 1.3, released in August Compared to previous Table 2-1. pin configurations Pin # Signal Name Pin # Signal Name Pin # Signal Name 1 TMDS Data2-9 TMDS Data1-17 TMDS Data0-2 TMDS Data2+ 10 TMDS Data1+ 18 TMDSData0+ 3 TMDS Data2/4 Shield 11 TMDS Data1/3 Shield 19 TMDS Data0/5 Shield 4 TMDS Data4-12 TMDS Data3-20 TMDS Data5-5 TMDS Data4+ 13 TMDS Data3+ 21 TMDS Data5+ 6 DDC Clock [SCL] V Power 22 TMDS Clock Shield 7 DDC Data [SDA] 15 Ground (for +5 V) 23 TMDS Clock + 8 Analog vertical sync 16 Hot Plug Detect 24 TMDS Clock - C1 Analog ed C5 Analog GND eturn: C3 Analog Blue (analog, G, B) C2 Analog Green C4 Analog Horizontal Sync 9

12 Digital Video Signal Formats DisplayPort is capable of supporting Deep Color, multi-channel high resolution audio, and video resolutions well beyond WUXGA 1920x1200 and HDTV 1080p/60. DisplayPort connector Standard Name 10 Extron Digital Design Guide Data rate DisplayPort DisplayPort is a royalty-free digital interface between sources and displays that is being positioned as a low-cost alternative to HDMI for PC equipment manufacturers. DisplayPort uses a digital video transmission scheme that differs from TMDS and is therefore not directly compatible with HDMI and. However, the 20-pin DisplayPort connector, with characteristics similar to the HDMI Type A and Type C connectors, can be used to pass HDMI signals, provided that the device supports HDMI (see Table 2-5). For example, if a video source only has a DisplayPort connector, but also has HDMI signaling capability, then it is possible to use a DisplayPort-to-HDMI adapter to connect the source to an HDMIequipped display. Such DisplayPort connections, referred to as dual-mode or multi-mode, are symbolized by a special logo to indicate this capability: DisplayPort video and audio signals are carried on four lanes of differential wires, with each lane running at 1.62, 2.7, or 5.4 Gbps for a maximum data rate of Gbps. As with HDMI, DisplayPort is capable of supporting Deep Color, multi-channel high resolution audio, and video resolutions well beyond WUXGA 1920x1200 and HDTV 1080p/60. Analogous to the DDC channel for HDMI, DisplayPort connectors provide for a differential AUX channel for EDID communication. In addition, DisplayPort incorporates digital rights management similar to HDCP - DisplayPort Content Protection or DPCP. Table 2-6. SMPTE - Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers SDI Standards Video Format Color Encoding Coax Distances SMPTE 259M-C SDI 270 Mb/s 480i, 576i 4:2:2 YCbCr 300 meters SMPTE 292M HD-SDI Gb/s 720p, 1080i, 1080p/30 4:2:2 YCbCr 100 meters SMPTE 372M Dual Link HD-SDI 2.97 Gb/s 1080p/60, 2K various 100 meters SMPTE 424M 3G-SDI 2.97 Gb/s 1080p/60, 2K various 100 meters DisplayPort source-side Table 2-5. DisplayPort pin configuration (Source-side) Pin Function Pin Function 1 ML_Lane 0 (p) 11 GND 2 GND 12 ML_Lane 3 (n) 3 ML_Lane 0 (n) 13 GND 4 ML_Lane 1 (p) 14 GND 5 GND 15 AUX CH (p) 6 ML_Lane 1 (n) 16 GND 7 ML_Lane 2 (p) 17 AUX CH (n) 8 GND 18 Hot Plug Detect 9 ML_Lane (n) 19 eturn 10 ML_Lane 3 (p) 20 DP_Power In addition to zero licensing fees, DisplayPort is intended to provide further cost savings by unifying the interface signals for both internal and external connections within a device, such as the connection between the motherboard and display on a laptop PC. The VESA - Video Electronics Standards Association released the initial version of the DisplayPort standard in The most recent revision, 1.2, was released in December SDI - Serial Digital Interface SDI is a set of video standards, defined by the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers or SMPTE, for serial transmission of video and audio over standard G59 or G6 coaxial cable (see Table 2-6). SDI standards encompass a variety of data rates from 270 Mbps to 2.97 Gbps per link and are primarily utilized on professional broadcast and video production equipment, with secondary use in live events, rental and staging, medical imaging, digital cinema, and telepresence cameras and recording devices. An SDI-based video infrastructure is becoming increasingly popular for A/V signal distribution, due to the benefits of inexpensive or existing cabling, ease of termination, and transmission distance capabilities up to 330 feet (100 meters) for HD-SDI and 3G-SDI signals. SDI is strictly a serial, one-way protocol for video, audio, and metadata such as time and date stamps or GPS coordinates, with no provisions for other auxiliary

13 Anatomy of a Digital Video Signal Digital video signals are considerably different in comparison to traditional analog video signals, with specific performance and timing requirements that must be maintained throughout the entire signal path. Terms such as equalization, jitter, and reclocking in the digital domain replace the familiar level and peaking terminology for analog signals. Signal conditioning requirements for digital signals are also different, and must be understood accordingly before designing a digital-based A/V system. High Level Low Level Signal Swing ise Time Clock Period Fall Time Figure 3-1. Digital Data Parameters Clock Period All standard digital video signal formats, including SDI,, HDMI, and DisplayPort are synchronous, that is, the value of a synchronous digital signal may change only at specific intervals determined by a reference signal known as the clock. Digital video signals are binary in nature - the signal can be either a high or a low level, with rapid transitions in between (see Figure 3-1). The amount of time it takes for a digital signal to transition from low to high is known as the rise time, and the time it takes for the signal to transition from high to low is known as the fall time. The difference between the high and the low values of the signal level is called the signal swing. The minimum allowable time interval between transitions is known as the clock period. Because it is binary, a digital signal is fundamentally robust, since a receiver only needs to distinguish between high and low levels for each clock period in order to completely reconstruct the original transmission. However, this becomes increasingly difficult as the signal swing is decreased and as timing becomes less accurate. ise and fall times, signal swing, and timing accuracy are all subject to degradation in digital signal transmission caused by cable attenuation, cable capacitance, impedance mismatch, noise coupling, crosstalk, and so forth. It is important to quantify the amount of signal degradation so that standards for signal integrity can be defined. If the signal is degraded beyond the receiver s ability to distinguish high and low signal values with correct timing, the receiver s output abruptly becomes meaningless, and the signal disappears, otherwise known as cliff effect. This is in contrast to analog transmission, whereby the receiver s output gradually degrades as the signal worsens, but still remains viewable long into its degraded state. One of the key contributors to timing errors is jitter. Jitter is defined as the variation of the clock period in relation to the reference clock signal. Jitter can occur over long lengths of low quality cable, or through the cumulative effect caused by cascading several digital devices between the source and the destination. Eye diagrams are useful in quantifying digital signal integrity. They can be produced on an oscilloscope by sampling a series of digital pulses in succession, and overlaying the samples on the oscilloscope display (see Figure 3-2). Jitter can occur over long lengths of low quality cable, or through the cumulative effect caused by cascading several digital devices or cables between the source and the destination. Figure 3-2. An eye diagram is formed by repeated sampling of a digital signal. 11

14 Anatomy of a Digital Video Signal The direct signal output for the source device is often assumed to be good, but just one adapter or low quality cable may degrade the signal to the extent that no image is displayed. Signal Level Uncertainty Usable Signal Swing Signal Level Uncertainty Timing Jitter/Uncertainty Clock Period Minimum Eye Opening Mask Timing Jitter/Uncertainty Figure 3-3. Eye Diagram Parameters The resulting diagram displays the aggregated levels and timing characteristics of the signal being transmitted (see Figure 3-3). The open, eyeshaped regions between the waveforms give the eye diagram its name. To determine whether the value of the signal is high or low, the signal should be captured at intervals corresponding to the midpoints within these regions. These intervals are also the midpoints in time between signal transitions. The smaller the opening of the eye, the more difficult it is to accurately determine the signal value. Digital video format specifications include required values for eye openings as minimum standards for signal integrity. These values can be overlaid onto eye diagrams as a reference or limit mask when making signal quality measurements. Maintaining Digital Signal Integrity A clean digital signal path is crucial for signal integrity. Cable lengths should not exceed the driving capability of digital signal sources, as Assessing signal integrity using a standardized minimum eye opening mask cable capacitance and attenuation will degrade signal rise time and amplitude as cable length increases. Since, HDMI, and DisplayPort signals are transmitted over twisted pair-type cables, skew is introduced at long cable lengths due to the variations in twist rates of individual wire pairs in the cabling, which in turn impacts the relative timing between the video data lines. The compromised eye pattern in Figure 3-4 shows the resulting distortion caused by attenuation losses and skew-related timing errors from long cable lengths. The resulting waveform encroaches on the limit mask, which potentially leads to erratic images, or no image displayed at all. Signal conditioning can be applied within digital video equipment via features such as input signal equalization and output signal reclocking. These advanced features provide compensation for losses experienced throughout the signal chain. It is important to note that such losses are not limited to the signal path, but may also be related to the source device itself. The direct signal output from the source device is often assumed to be good, but this is not always the case. Awareness of this is key to managing the integrity of the overall system. In situations where long cable lengths are unavoidable, active cable equalizers can be deployed to restore signal integrity and extend drive distances. Active equalizers are designed to compensate for the effects of long cable runs. Special amplifiers and filters matched to cable losses restore signal swing as well as rise and fall times. Clock and data recovery circuitry can remove jitter and restore clock timing, resulting in a measurable opening of the signal eye pattern. Figure 3-5 shows the result of signal conditioning applied by the Extron 201xi Twisted Pair Extender to the distorted eye pattern in Figure 3-4. Signal conditioning features including input equalization and output reclocking are common to many Extron digital product solutions. Figure 3-4. Fail 12 Extron Digital Design Guide Figure 3-5. Pass As video resolutions and associated signal frequencies increase, the signal becomes more and more susceptible to discontinuities along

15 the cable. Such discontinuities cause reflections which will degrade the signal. Therefore, the bend radii of cables should be kept as large as possible, and cable splices, joiners, or gender changers should be avoided. Figure 3-6 depicts the substantial degradation that can be caused by simply inserting a gender changer between two cables. In this example, the eye diagram shows the result of a 1920x1200 source signal passing through a 6 foot (1.8 m) cable, then through a female-to-female coupler, and finally an additional 6 foot cable. This emphasizes the importance of proper design considerations for management of all high resolution digital signals. System interconnects should be kept to a minimum, and signal distribution equipment should always feature signal conditioning capabilities to best accommodate specific design challenges that may compromise digital video signal integrity. Solutions for Extending Digital Video Signals The customized nature of professional A/V systems usually presents many digital video distribution challenges to the integrator, including the need to send signals over significant distances. Extron offers a variety of products for specific digital video formats to help meet infrastructure-related requirements. For example, most installations call for cable runs of 35 feet (11 m) or beyond, and also require that cables be managed within walls and up into ceiling spaces. This can be a problem with standard digital cable assemblies, since the connectors are often too large to conveniently run through conduits and raceways, and terminating HDMI and cables in the field is difficult with very few tools available (see Figure 3-7). Even when this is possible, most standard cable assemblies offer insufficient performance to send signals over significant distances. Fortunately, products and solutions are available that offer the flexibility to address specific system needs. A popular alternative to standard cable assemblies is to use an active transmitter and receiver pair to send digital signals over standard, shielded Category 5-type Substantial signal degradation caused by simply inserting a gender changer Figure 3-6. or fiber optic cable. This approach provides a means to conveniently route cabling through walls and within furniture, the convenience of field terminating connectors, and the ability to send signals extended distances. Category 5-type twisted pair cable offers a costeffective, easily installed and terminated option for digital signal transmission distances up to 200 feet (60 meters). For longer distance transmission requirements, up to several miles, and for applications where security or outside electrical interference are of concern, fiber optic products may be selected for a variety of reasons: High image quality Pixel-for-pixel performance up to 1920x1200 resolution Long distance transmission Image quality can be maintained at distances up to 30 km Immunity to outside interference Can be utilized in environments that can t be served by copperbased cabling. such as elevator shafts or near HVAC and other electric machinery Ideal for secure environments Well-suited for government, military, and judicial environments 0.53" (13.46 mm) 0.80" (20.32 mm) 1" Conduit OD = 1.16" (29.5 mm) ID = 1.05" (26.6 mm) Type A (Female) HDMI Width =.547" (13.9 mm) Height =.175" (4.45 mm) Figure 3-7. unning a preterminated HDMI cable through conduit can be inconvenient 6 ft. (1.8 m) Cable Female to Female Adapter 6 ft. (1.8 m) Cable 6 ft. (1.8 m) Cable System interconnects should be kept to a minimum, and signal distribution equipment should always feature signal conditioning capabilities. For more information, see Extron s white paper at

16 Understanding EDID - Extended Display Identification Data EDID is used by a display to communicate information to a source device about the range of signals it can support as well as additional information such as native resolution and preferred timing. Table 4-1. EDID Development History EDID Defines the data structures sent from a video display to a source over E-DDC lines to describe its capabilities EDID 1.0 Defined original 128-byte data structure (Deprecated) EDID 1.1 Defined some alternative uses for space in data structure (Deprecated) EDID 1.2 Defined some alternative uses for space in data structure (Deprecated) EDID 1.3 Current definitions for 128-byte EDID data fields EDID 2.0 Introduced new 256-byte data structure E-EDID Defined optional additional 128-byte extension blocks for EDID 1.3, incorporated EDID 2.0 as optional extensions DisplayID Introduced variable length data structure 14 Extron Digital Design Guide What is EDID? EDID data exchange is a standardized means for a display to communicate its capabilities to a source device. The premise of this communications is for the display to relay its operational characteristics, such as its native resolution, to the attached source, and then allow the source to generate the necessary video characteristics to match the needs of the display. This maximizes the functional compatibility between devices without requiring a user to configure them manually, thus reducing the potential for incorrect settings and adjustments that could compromise the quality of the displayed images and overall reliability of the system. Where is EDID utilized? Generally, the source device will be a computer graphics card on a desktop or laptop PC, but provisions are in place for many other devices, including HDTV receivers and DVs, DVD and Blu-ray Disc players, and even gaming consoles, to read EDID and output video accordingly. Originally developed for use between analog computer-video devices with VGA ports, EDID is now implemented for, HDMI, and DisplayPort. History EDID was developed by VESA - the Video Electronics Standards Association, with version 1.0 introduced in 1994 within version 1.0 of the DDC standard. See Table 4-1. Prior to the development of EDID, pins 4, 11, 12, and 15 on the VGA connector were sometimes used to define monitor capabilities. These ID bit pins carried either high or low values to define different screen resolutions. VESA extended this scheme by redefining VGA connector pins 9, 12, and 15 as a serial bus in the form of the DDC - Display Data Channel. This allowed for much more information to be exchanged, so that EDID and other forms of communication were possible between the source and the display. The original DDC protocol defined 128 bytes to be sent from the display to the video source, with data formatting defined by the EDID specification. As display types and capabilities increased, 128 bytes became insufficient, and both EDID and DDC were extended so that multiple 128-byte data blocks could be exchanged. This is known as E-EDID and has been implemented in many consumer devices. In fact, the CEA - Consumer Electronics Association has defined its own EDID extensions to cover additional video formats and to support advanced multi-channel audio capabilities. What EDID information is exchanged between display and source? The base EDID information of a display is conveyed within a 128-byte data structure (see Table 4-2) that contains pertinent manufacturer and operation-related data. The current EDID version defines the structure as follows: Vendor/Product Identification Block The first 18 bytes identify the display manufacturer and product, including serial number and date of manufacture. EDID Structure Version & evision The next two bytes identify the version and revision of the EDID data within the structure. Basic Display Parameters/Features The next five bytes define characteristics such as whether the display accepts analog or digital inputs, sync types, maximum horizontal and vertical size of the display, gamma transfer characteristics, power management capabilities, color space, and default video timing. Color Characteristics The next 10 bytes define the GB color space conversion technique to be used by the display. Established Timings The next three bytes define the VESA-established video resolutions/ timings that are supported by the display. Each bit represents an established timing such as

17 640x480/60. The last of the three bytes defines the manufacturer s reserved timing, if any. Standard Timing Identification The next 16 bytes define eight additional video resolutions supported by the display. These resolutions must adhere to standard VESA defined timings. Detailed Timing Descriptions The next 72 bytes are organized into four 18-byte blocks that describe additional video resolutions in detail, so that custom video timings/resolutions can be supported. The first of the four blocks is intended to describe the display s preferred video timing. The timing data can be structured according to the VESA GTF - Generalized Timing Formula or CVT - Coordinated Video Timings standards. Extension Flag EDID versions 1.3 and higher allow for additional 128-byte blocks of data to describe increased capabilities. This byte indicates the number of additional extension blocks available. Various structures for these extension blocks have been defined, including DI-EXT - Display Information Extension, VTB-EXT - Video Timing Block Extension, and LS-EXT - Localized String Extension. But the most prevalent extension is CEA-861, which was defined to support advanced capabilities of consumer devices incorporating HDMI. The significance of the CEA-861 extension is that it aims to address previous operational disparities experienced with integrating consumer-based display devices into computer-based commercial A/V systems, allowing for proper conveyance of EDID information between devices. EDID/DDC Protocols The DDC uses a standard serial signaling scheme known as the I 2 C bus. I 2 C is used extensively where electronic devices and components need to exchange information, due to its simplicity, low pin count, and bi-directional capability. An I 2 C bus consists of three wires: SDA (data), SCL (clock), and a logic high DC pull-up voltage. For the DDC, the logic high voltage is specified to be +5V. EDID information is typically exchanged when the video source starts up. The DDC specifications define a +5V supply connection for the source to provide power to a display s EDID circuitry so that communication can be enabled, even if the display is powered off. At startup, the video source will send a request for EDID over the DDC. The EDID/ DDC specifications support hot plug detection, so that EDID information can also be exchanged whenever a display is re-connected to a video source. Hot plug detection is not supported for VGA, but is supported in digital interfaces including, HDMI, and DisplayPort. For these interfaces, the display device will supply a voltage on an HPD - Hot Plug Detect pin, to signal to the video source device that it is connected. The absence of a voltage on the HPD pin indicates disconnection. The video source device monitors the voltage on the HPD pin and initiates EDID requests as it senses incoming voltage. Consumer displays are prevalent in commercial environments. Before EDID 1.3, EDID data was not properly communicated between the consumer displays and PC s. Table 4-2. EDID File Structure Address (Decimal) Data General Description 0-7 Header Constant Fixed Pattern 8-9 Manufacturer ID Product ID Code Display Product Identification Serial Number Manufacture Date 18 EDID Version # EDID Version Information 19 EDID evision # 20 Video Input Type 21 Horizontal Size (cm) Basic Display Parameters: Video input type (analog or digital), display size, power 22 Vertical Size (cm) management, sync, color space, and 23 Display Gamma timing capabilities and preferences are reported here. 24 Supported Features Color Characteristics Color Space Definition Established Timings Supported 37 Manufacturer's eserved Timing EDID Standard Timings Supported Detailed Timing Descriptor Block 1 Timing information for all resolutions supported by the display are reported here Detailed Timing Descriptor Block Detailed Timing Descriptor Block Detailed Timing Descriptor Block Extension Flag Number of (Optional) 128-byte Extension Blocks to Follow 127 Checksum 15

18 Understanding EDID - Extended Display Identification Data EDID management is most important when multiple displays with varying native resolutions are integrated into multi-source A/V environments. Inconsistent video output can be avoided by utilizing products that properly manage EDID. 16 Extron Digital Design Guide EDID Issues Display devices can have various levels of EDID implementation and, in some cases, they may lack EDID information altogether. Such inconsistencies can cause operational issues ranging from overscan and resolution problems, to the display device not displaying the source content at all. The following are examples of some potential issues with EDID communications, along with the possible causes: Problem No image is shown on the display. Possible Cause The source device, such as a PC graphics card, or laptop, cannot read the EDID information from the display. As a result, in some cases the PC will not output any video signal. Problem The display loses the image when a new source has been selected. Possible Cause This is a common occurrence with VGA sources, due to the lack of hot plug detection. While hot plug detection is supported for, HDMI, and DisplayPort, EDID communication problems can arise from inconsistencies in the implementation of HPD signaling between devices from different manufacturers. This frequently becomes an issue for professional integration, since the ability to switch digital video signals is a necessity. Problem An image is shown, but the source resolution does not match that of the display. Possible Cause A PC cannot read the EDID information, so it defaults to a standard resolution, such as 640x480. If the user subsequently attempts to manually set the resolution to match the display, some graphics card drivers may enforce the lower default resolution and create a scrolling/panning desktop without actually changing the video resolution. The PC is able to read the EDID information, but the graphics card limits the output resolution to XGA 1024x768, a resolution most displays can accommodate, ensuring a usable image and reducing the likelihood of no image being displayed. If this does not match the native resolution the display, fonts will likely appear to be abnormally large, small, or fuzzy. The PC is connected to multiple displays with different native resolutions. Since it can only read EDID from one display, the output will be mismatched in resolution with all other displays, resulting in less than optimal image quality, or no image displayed at all. This issue is a common occurrence in professional systems when digital video signals need to be distributed or routed to multiple displays. EDID Tools Third-party software can be used to help troubleshoot possible compatibility issues between the display device and the source. A Google search using EDID viewer will result in many usable tools, such as those offered by ViewSonic including EDID Editor or EnTech - Monitor Asset Manager. These tools allow you to read the display s EDID and determine whether a graphic card and the display device may be experiencing EDID handshake problems. EDID Solutions A/V systems typically comprise several remotely located displays and often include multiple source devices. It is important to realize this can potentially contribute to EDID-related issues. The necessity to switch, distribute, and route signals from sources to displays presents a considerable challenge in terms of ensuring proper EDID communications and therefore reliable system operation. While there is not always a solution to every EDID-related problem, Extron products include features to help prevent or solve many of them by properly managing EDID communications between sources and displays in A/V systems. These features provide automatic and continuous EDID management with attached source devices, ensuring proper power-up and reliable output of content. EDID Emulation is a feature of many Extron and HDMI products, including switchers,

19 distribution amplifiers, and matrix switchers. It maintains constant EDID communication with source devices by providing pre-stored EDID information for various signal resolutions. A user can select the desired signal resolution, and then the corresponding EDID block is conveyed to all attached source devices. This EDID information is constantly available to the sources, even in a switching application where inputs are regularly selected and de-selected. The output of the sources should match the native resolution of the intended display device. algorithm to determine a common resolution, refresh rate and color space, and then uses the EDID protocol to set up the input sources. This powerful convenience feature simplifies system setup for the integrator, helps ensure consistent and reliable image display, and makes system operation virtually transparent to the end user. EDID Minder is an advanced, Extronexclusive technology for EDID management. It encompasses EDID Emulation, but also incorporates an additional level of intelligence. Extron products with EDID Minder can communicate with the display device, and automatically capture and store EDID information from the display (see Figure 5-1). This captured information can then be used as the reference EDID for the sources. EDID Minder is a standard feature in most Extron and HDMI extenders, switchers, distribution amplifiers, and matrix switchers, as well as products that incorporate or HDMI switching. The functional role of a given product as a distribution amplifier, switcher, or matrix switcher determines the complexity of EDID Minder implementation. Matrix switching environments represent the most difficult EDID management situation, with simultaneous EDID communications required for multiple inputs and outputs. The displays connected to the outputs are very likely to be of different models and native resolutions. The EDID information between them is different and needs to be conveyed to the source devices. Proper EDID management within the system is crucial to consistent and reliable operation. Extron HDMI and matrix switchers with EDID Minder achieve this by managing EDID communications for each input/output tie. EDID Minder first analyzes the EDID for all displays connected to the system, applies a complex OK, sending video to fit your format. Extron EDID 101 D Emulator for with EDID Minder Figure 5-1. EDID Minder Communications Video EDID Minder Video EDID Minder Video EDID Minder Output Input Input Input Extron EDID Minder captures, stores, and conveys EDID to connected sources to ensure proper, optimal video format output. For more information, see Extron s white paper at EDID Video OK, here is my native resolution and vertical refresh rate. 17

20 DM for the A / V Professional Users should be made aware of the potential issues that may arise from inadvertent public display of private-use, contentprotected materials. Multiple display system in a public space environment. 18 Extron Digital Design Guide What is DM? DM - Digital ights Management is used by owners and holders of IP - Intellectual Property to enforce restrictions on the use of their copyrighted content. In the A/V industry, DM is used to secure digital music and video content to prevent unauthorized playback or copying. For digital video content protection, the most prevalent DM systems are HDCP - High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection and AACS - Advanced Access Content System. HDCP is an encryption protocol applied to digital interfaces including HDMI,, and DisplayPort. AACS is a standard for encrypting high definition optical discs that also works in conjunction with HDCP. DM exists to protect the rights of content creators and owners to receive compensation for their initial ideas and subsequently bringing them to market. Movies and music are the most recognized source content within the A/V industry that is impacted by DM enforcement. An individual who purchased a copy-protected Blu-ray Disc, for example, is entitled to utilize that disc only within a personal-use environment, which extends to the home or other private viewing locale. For that movie to be played in a public space, additional licensing requirements must first be met. If that licensing has not been obtained, significant fines can be levied against the offender. These fines may very well extend to the owner of the installed system. A/V systems in public spaces are the center of our industry, with installations taking place on a daily basis. It is for this reason that DM considerations must be made and addressed at the earliest point of system design. The time when needs are being assessed for an A/V integration project is also the time to determine the functional requirements of a given system. This is when the sales engineer should ask the right questions and inform the prospective customer on the legalities involved with personal-use devices and/or material being used in public and commercial spaces. The old, familiar adage of Just because one can, doesn t mean one should is fully appropriate in this case. HDCP-compliant systems are increasingly being requested by customers and integrators alike. This type of system could be used to show protected content in public spaces. Therefore, users should be made aware of the potential issues that may arise from inadvertent public display of privateuse, content-protected materials. During system commissioning and training, the integrator should consider educating system operators, and even include discussion of DM and content protection within system documentation. Of course, this is not as much of an issue for residential installations, where the entire system is generally intended for personal use. DM for Video - Separate Protocols That Work Together HDCP is designed to prevent unauthorized access of protected video content and to enforce restrictions on authorized playback. HDCPenabled video sources, such as Blu-ray Disc players, PCs, and other digital media devices always undergo through a three-step process to protect the video from unauthorized access: 1. Authentication: The video source determines that all devices connected to its outputs are authorized and able to receive encrypted video. This is accomplished by means of an initial authorization handshake protocol, where cryptographic public keys, KSV - Key Selection Vector, and encrypted messages are exchanged between the source and the downstream devices connected to its outputs The HDCP 1.4 specification calls for a maximum of 127 simultaneous devices connected downstream from the source, and up to seven allowable levels of repeater devices between the source and the display - also known as the sink. The source uses the initial handshake protocol to determine that these system size restrictions are not violated. HDCP version 1.4 is the currently implemented specification. As will soon be discussed, HDCP 2.0 further restricts the allowable maximum number of simultaneous

21 devices and repeater levels. 2. Content Encryption: After the source authenticates that all downstream devices are HDCP compliant and in good standing, and that no system size restrictions are violated, the source sends encrypted video downstream. The source periodically revises the encryption key for the video as an additional security measure. 3. enewability: Since HDCP relies on digital encryption using secret keys, the system can be circumvented if the secret keys residing in HDCP-licensed products fall into the wrong hands. Therefore, a means has to be established to revoke any compromised keys. The HDCP administration authority, Digital Content Protection, LLP can add a list of public keys of compromised products to video content such as Blu-ray Disc. Video sources will read this data, store it in non-volatile memory, and compare the public keys of any downstream devices against this revocation list. If any key matches, no video will be transmitted. Figures 5-1 and 5-2 on the next page provide a step-by-step illustration of the communications that occur between source and sink devices within an HDCP-based system. interface. Version 1.1 incorporated HDMI, and support for DisplayPort was added for version 1.3. With the release of version 2.0 in October 2008, HDCP became interface-independent, and can be applied to any two-way digital transmission between sources and displays, wired or wireless, compressed or uncompressed. See Table 5-1. HDCP 2.0 calls for many other important changes. For wireless connections, HDCP 2.0 adds a locality check to the authentication protocol, to ensure that only devices nearby will be able to receive protected content. Furthermore, HDCP 2.0 replaces the specialized 56-bit HDCP 1.x encryption scheme with two standard algorithms from the data security industry: for authentication, an SA system with 1024 and 3072-bit keys; and for content encryption, a 128-bit AES - Advanced Encryption System. In addition, the maximum number of connected devices is reduced to 32, and the maximum level of repeaters is reduced to four. As of result of all these changes, HDCP 2.0 is not directly backward compatible with HDCP 1.x. The new specification provides for converters between HDCP 1.x and HDCP 2.0 devices to support mixed A/V systems with devices that comply with both versions. When switching between sources, HDCP authentication needs to be re-established between the new source and display. Depending on the number of devices within the system, this can cause the displayed image to be delayed. The multi-step process of HDCP authentication can take several seconds to complete. This is a primary reason for the perceived sluggishness of some digital video systems, especially during startup and when video signals are switched or re-routed, requiring HDCP re-authentication. The best switching performance can be realized in HDCP-compatible video equipment built to minimize re-authentication through careful internal design and proper deployment of HDCP processing components. Until the introduction of HDCP 2.0, the basic protocol of HDCP had not changed substantially. The only major differences between HDCP versions 1.0 through 1.3 is in the types of physical A/V connections. HDCP version 1.0 applied to the Encryption Method HDCP 1.x HDCP 2.0 Specialized 56-bit symmetric system used for both authentication and video encryption Authentication: Data security industry standard SA 1024 and 3072-bit asymmetric system Video encryption: Data security industry standard AES 128-bit symmetric system Applicable Interfaces, HDMI, DisplayPort Any two-way digital interface Maximum Downstream eceivers for Each Transmitter Maximum epeater Levels for Each Transmitter Backward Compatibility Wireless Support < 128 < 32 < 7 < 4 Yes, no electronic components required Not specified Table 5-1. Major changes in HDCP 2.0 Yes, using specialized electronic HDCP-1.x-to-2.0 and HDCP-2.0-to-1.x converters Explicitly specified with new locality check requirement 19

22 DM for the A / V Professional HDCP specifications define total supported device counts, maximum repeater levels, and timing expectations for system-wide communications exchange Communication process that occurs between source and sink devices within an HDCP-based system. Figure 5-1. Phase 1 Phase 1 Initial Key Exchange You have 100ms to get thru this Here s my public key Aksv: emember this number An: Calculate Shared Secret Keys Your public key checks out. Now I can compute the secret key Km from our public keys*: Here s my public key Bksv: I m NOT a repeater Data Transmitting Now I can compute the secret key Km from our public keys*: Initial Key Exchange EPEATE!? You have 5 seconds to tell me who s downstream Phas Here s my p key Aksv: epeater Performs Initial Aut - Downstream Device Keys a Phase 1 Authentication Procedure (Described Before) * Km and Km are computed using each device s private key along with the public keys of both devices. This is a special calculation that results in matching Km=Km IF all the keys are valid. Encrypt a Message Using Secret Key Now I can use MY secret key Km to encrypt An to form a message O: epeater eports Key List an Now I can use My secret key Km to encrypt An to form a message O : eceiver Demonstrates Secret Key Knowledge Data Transmitting Here is an encrypted message O : Transmitter Validates Connec Initial Authentication Data Transmitting Your encrypted message matches mine, and you gave it to me in less than 100ms You we downs than 5 The do keys ha There a total do There a of repe downs epeater Authentication Com Transmit Video OK, here is your encrypted video: OK, here is your encrypted video: Data Transmitting HDCP x H H Data Transmitting 20 Extron Digital Design Guide

23 Figure 5-2. Phase 2 Initial Key Exchange Phase 2 s my public ksv: OT a repeater ng EPEATE!? You have 5 seconds to tell me who s downstream Here s my public key Aksv: Data Transmitting Here s my public key Bksv: I m a EPEATE HDCP x HDCP Tx HDCP Tx an e the secret from our eys*:... y along with the public keys of both ing Km=Km IF all the keys are valid. epeater Performs Initial Authentication with Connected Devices - Downstream Device Keys are Collected Phase 1 Authentication Procedure (Described HDCP Tx Before) Phase 1 HDCP x HDCP Tx Authentication Procedure (Described Before) An A/V device with digital video inputs must support HDCP, if a user expects to connect a PC to it and play commercial Blu-ray Discs. epeater eports Key List and Topology can use My key Km to t An to form a ge O : 0... wledge crypted : Data Transmitting Here are the keys of downstream devices: Here is how they are connected: Sink Sink epeater Sink Sink HDCP x HDCP Tx HDCP Tx Transmitter Validates Connections ng You were ready to give me downstream info in less than 5 seconds. The downstream device keys haven t been revoked. There are less than 128 total downstream devices. There are less than 7 levels of repeaters connected downstream. HDCP x HDCP Tx HDCP Tx epeater Authentication Complete ted video: 0... OK, here is your encrypted video: Data Transmitting HDCP x HDCP Tx HDCP Tx OK, here is your encrypted video: OK, here is your encrypted video: Separately Encrypted Data Transmitting ng 21

24 DM for the A / V Professional The HDCP licensing agreement does not allow for analog video outputs on repeater or display devices. Encryption Method Player evocation Disc Copy Prevention Output Signal Scrambling Managed Disc Copying Analog Sunset 22 Extron Digital Design Guide Therefore, this implies that HDCP 2.0-compliant devices will soon emerge on the market. An existing A/V system incorporating HDCP 1.3 will require converters if newly acquired HDCP 2.0 devices are to be incorporated into the system. AACS is the DM standard adopted for Blu-ray Disc. AACS is designed to protect Blu-ray Disc content similar to the way that the CSS - Content Scramble System protects commercial DVDs, but with additional features. Both AACS and CSS encrypt the video data on-disc, so that only authorized players can read the content (see Table 5-2). Both AACS and CSS prevent unauthorized copying of commercial Blu-ray Disc and DVD, and both systems have mechanisms for revoking compromised players. AACS offers greater protection than CSS in the following areas: AACS employs AES 128-bit encryption, while CSS implements 40-bit encryption AACS allows for the revocation of individual Blu-ray Disc players, whereas CSS can only revoke entire models of DVD players AACS encrypts the digital outputs of Blu-ray Disc players with HDCP AACS provides for the eventual elimination of analog video outputs on Blu-ray Disc players DVDs (CSS) Specialized 40-bit stream cipher All players in a model range are revoked Hidden disc lead-in area prevents bit-for-bit disc copy Macrovision applied at analog outputs No provisions No provisions Table 5-2. Differences between CSS and AACS encryption Blu-ray Discs (AACS) Data security industry standard AES 128-bit symmetric system Individual players can be revoked Encrypted volume ID prevents bit-for-bit disc copy HDCP applied at digital outputs Macrovision applied at analog outputs Authorized copies are possible by connecting to AACSLA server and obtaining permission (details to be finalized) Players manufactured after 2010 may not have high definition analog outputs Players manufactured after 2013 may not have any analog outputs The final AACS specification will include a provision for making authorized copies of Blu-ray Discs, whereby a recording device can connect to Internet servers at the AACS LA - AACS Licensing Administrator to obtain electronic permission to make a legitimate copy of protected content. Analog Outputs The HDCP licensing agreement does not allow for analog video outputs on repeater or display devices, but does not restrict analog outputs for sources. Nonetheless, this does not preclude separate agreements that would prevent analog outputs on source devices. Such agreements could be negotiated on an ad hoc basis between content providers and hardware makers. However, the AACS licensing agreement is very specific about analog outputs and provides for several measures to control them. Blu-ray Disc titles that support AACS have usage rules data embedded in them that allow the content producer to limit the analog output resolution by invoking the ICT - Image Constraint Token, or even to disable the analog outputs entirely by invoking the DOT - Digital Only Token. As of the third quarter of 2010, no Blu-ray Disc titles have included these restriction tokens, but this may change with future releases. The AACS license agreement also provides for an analog sunset for newly manufactured Blu-ray Disc players, such that models manufactured after 2010 can only include standard definition analog outputs, and after 2013, no Blu-ray Disc players may be manufactured with any analog outputs. Computers There are numerous DM schemes for computers. The computer industry is a major source of innovation for content creation as well as for unauthorized reproduction of that content. Computer DM methods have been devised to protect software, digital music, digital video, digital books, games, etc. The present discussion will be limited to video content played on a computer and the associated DM schemes therein. These DM schemes are mainly for preventing unauthorized access to

25 protected commercial video such as Blu-ray Disc or downloaded content including movies or TV shows. But non-commercial video files can also be protected with DM, if the content creator has access to DM technology. The, HDMI, and DisplayPort outputs of computers should have no DM restrictions when the content being played is not protected. As of the third quarter of 2010, for Blu-ray Disc playback, only PCs running Windows operating systems have software authorized to play Blu-ray Discs. The same AACS and HDCP restrictions apply for PC Blu-ray Disc playback as for standalone players. Thus, a PC must be equipped with a video card that is capable of HDCP encryption. An A/V device with digital video inputs must support HDCP, if a user expects to connect such a PC to it and play commercial Blu-ray Discs. The market for authorized downloads of commercial video content is crowded with companies and products, with frequent turnover of market entries and exits. Current market players include Amazon, Apple itunes, Blockbuster, Netflix, and Vudu, to name just a few. These companies offer a plethora of options for the end user. Movies or TV shows can be rented or purchased, some in high definition, but most in standard definition. The video may be either streamed or stored locally to a computer, a networked set-top receiver, Blu-ray Disc player, a video game console equipped with a hard drive, or even a display with Internet access capability. The one constant among all these different options is the existence of DM for protected content, which is used to restrict the allowable viewing duration of rented video content and the ability to transfer the video to different computers. In the case of protected HD video downloads, HDCP support is required on any device that is playing the video. Therefore, a display with digital video inputs must support HDCP, if a user expects to connect a computer to it and play downloaded commercial HD content. Conclusion Any A/V system that is intended to support playback of protected video content, such as Blu-ray Disc and consumer-purchased HD video downloads, must be compliant with the associated DM. Since DM implementations such as HDCP and AACS are meant to restrict what the end user can do with protected content, it makes sense for the A/V professional to inform the end user of these restrictions at the outset. Such restrictions include limiting the number of simultaneous displays for content-protected video playback, disallowing recording or copying, and disabling analog outputs. For example, an A/V system may have the capability to distribute HDMI video to 16 displays and provide analog video recording. These functions will always be available when a PC with HDMI output is connected for PowerPoint presentations and other nonprotected material. But once a protected Blu-ray Disc is inserted into the PC for playback, HDCP and AACS restrictions may disable output to several displays and to the recorder. Since many large-scale A/V systems can display unencrypted video on a large number of displays, freely distribute analog signals, and provide video recording capabilities, end users of such systems must be made aware that some system functions may not be available when playing DM-protected content. Since DM implementations such as HDCP and AACS are meant to restrict what the end user can do with protected content, it makes sense for the A/V professional to inform the end user of these restrictions at the outset. For more information on HDCP, see Extron s white paper at

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27 Digital System Designs Ask a dozen A/V system designers and consultants to define what is an A/V system? and you ll get two dozen answers. Commercial A/V presentation system designs run the gamut from singledisplay classrooms and conference rooms with a small number of computer and video sources, to Network Operations Centers with many sources and many displays. arely if ever is a commercial presentation system limited to a single source, such as a laptop or Blu-ray Disc player, and a single display, connected with a single HDMI cable. Even the smallest A/V system design generally includes a variety of signal types and, even within a new digital system design, there is often a need to provide some support for legacy analog sources or content. The following A/V system designs represent a cross-section of typical commercial A/V environments and requirements. A detailed application drawing depicts signal flow within the system, as well as the types of sources and displays that typically need to be supported. HD Video Conference & Presentation oom Corporate Training oom System Digital Upgrade to Existing Analog System Municipal Courtroom System College/University Classroom System Lecture Hall System Network Operations Center System 25

28 HD Video Conference & Presentation oom System Design Solution Display System Two 52 inch (132 cm) diagonal 1920x1080 resolution LCD displays will be configured in a 1 unit high by 2 unit wide array. The screens will be wall-mounted at 40 inches (102 cm) AFF - Above Finished Floor. The individual screen size is approximately 28 inches (71 cm) high by 48 inches (122 cm) wide. Overview This room is designed to support the critical visual communication needs of a technology company. This standard room design is deployed in many facilities throughout the enterprise to ensure consistent and predictable operation, maintenance, and support. It features three modes of operation: local presentation, audioconferencing, and videoconferencing. The company has standardized on digital signal inputs and newer high definition LCD displays. oom Needs Assessment Staffing Source Connectivity Sources Audio equirements Functional equirements This equipment configuration is designed to support the company-standard, medium-sized conference room, seating up to seven primary participants around a company furnished, wedge-shaped conference table. Additional seating may be present for local presentation meetings. However, only the seven participants seated at the conference table are intended to be visible on-camera or heard via microphones during a videoconference. A conference table-mounted Extron Cable Cubby includes input capability for the following sources: One HDMI source, one desktop PC or laptop with analog 15-pin HD output, one S-video source, and one composite video source. A wall-mounted HDMI input is available for portable sources rolled in from the company s lab. One local desktop PC with or HDMI output, one HD cable set-top receiver with HDMI output for viewing news and information channels, and one Blu-ray Disc player for viewing training materials. Two of these sources will be viewable locally within the room. Three cardioid boundary microphones mounted on the wedge-shaped table, local playback of all sources during a local presentation, and local playback of far-end audio and local sources during audioconferences and videoconferences. All sources can be viewed locally. Sources to be sent to the far end in a videoconference include the local desktop PC and a laptop with HDMI or analog 15-pin HD output. Two sources may be viewed simultaneously during local presentations or during a conference via an options list on the touchpanel. The meeting participants may choose whether they wish to view the source sent from the far end, or a source being sent to the far end. Cameras Two HD cameras will be installed on wall mounts, one above each display. The camera above the left monitor will be the primary camera used for recall of presets, including close-up shots of meeting participants. The camera above the right monitor will be used for wide cover shots of the room and meeting participants at the conference table. Digital Matrix Switching and Signal Management The Extron DXP 84 HDMI 8x4 matrix switcher will function as the heart of the system. HDMI input sources, whose source material or hardware requires the management of HDCP, will be switched alongside non-hdcp input sources. This configuration will provide efficient digital source selection, distribution, and image control for the display system. Only the appropriate sources will be routed to the PC input on the codec. Signal Distribution Extron 201 and HDMI 201 Twisted Pair Transmitters and eceivers will be paired to extend or HDMI video signals over shielded CAT 5e cabling. This standardized and easily accessible infrastructure will provide the most effective method of conserving conduit space while preserving the integrity of the digital signals over considerable distances. The HD cameras, the HDMI input at the table, the HDMI input at the wall plate, and HDMI signal distribution to the displays will use this common cabling infrastructure. The HDMI 201 supports DDC and HDCP which will provide reliable long distance and HDMI signal distribution. The analog video and PC sources will be scaled and converted to using an Extron DVS 304 Video and GB scaler. Audio System Local audio signals will be embedded within the HDMI signals and routed using the DXP 84 HDMI matrix switcher. Both the codec and the DXP 84 HDMI will send their audio signals to the Extron DMP 64 ProDSP Digital Matrix Processor. The DMP 64 will then send a combination of local and far-end audio to a single Extron XPA 1002 Stereo Power Amplifier. The XPA 1002 will then power the two wall-mounted Extron SI 26 Surface Mount Speakers located on each side of the display system. Volume control of far-end and local audio, and the muting of microphones will be provided via the touchpanel and the control system. Audio from microphones will only be heard at the far end. 26 Extron Digital Design Guide

29 INPUT -D OUTPUT LOCAL OUTPUT 200 Tx SEIES 201 Tx 201 x 201 x SEIES INPUT -D OUTPUT LOCAL OUTPUT 200 Tx SEIES 201 Tx 201 x 201 x SEIES POWE LIMITE/ POTECT SIGNAL A U D I O MIC/LINE INPUTS SDI Y B-Y GB/-Y,Y,B-Y/YC/VID G B /VID /C /-Y /Y /B-Y I O N U P 4 T INPUTS OUTPUT S-232 U P T U H/ T VID -Y YC V I HV O U T P U T S CLASS 2 WIING LEVEL INPUTS OUTPUT I/O XPA 1002 LAN ESET HDMI INPUT HDMI INPUT HDMI 201 Tx HDMI OUTPUT HDMI 201 x HDMI 201 Tx HDMI OUTPUT HDMI 201 x HDMI INPUT INPUT HDMI AUDIO- S-232 PASS THU AUDIO-L HDMI OUTPUT HDMI 201 Tx HDMI 201 x HDMI OUTPUT HDMI 201 x Table Microphones VTC - HD Cameras Cable Cubby 600 with AAPs HDMI 201 A D Tx HDMI to Adapter S-232 S-232 HDMI to Adapter COMPUTE AUDIO AUDIO L AUDIO L VIDEO AUDIO L CAT 5-type VID VGA HDMI 201 Tx 201 Tx 201 x 201 Tx CAT 5-type 201 x CAT 5-type S-video CAT 5-type DVS 304 A S-232 Local PC VTC - Video Switcher To DMP 64 Blu-ray Player VTC - Codec HDMI to Adapter HDMI 201 x HD Cable Tuner to HDMI Adapter to HDMI Adapter to HDMI Adapter HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI - HDCP COMPLIANT HDMI INPUTS HDMI OUTPUTS LAN ACT LINK ESET LISTED US 1T23 I.T.E. DXP 84 HDMI Mono Audio De-Embedder HDMI Audio De-Embedder HDMI Mono Analog DMP 64 Stereo Analog From DVS 304 A HDMI HDMI 201 Tx HDMI HDMI 201 Tx CAT 5-type CAT 5-type XPA 1002 HDMI 201 x HDMI 201 x HDMI HDMI Video Audio Control CAT 5-type SI 26 Flat Panel Display Flat Panel Display 27

30 Digital Upgrade to Existing Analog System System Design Solution Display System One 119 inch (3 meter) diagonal, 16x9 aspect ratio, rear projection screen surface will replace the existing 100 inch (2.5 meter) diagonal 4x3 screen surface. The new screen will be mounted at the same height AFF - Above Finished Floor as the original. The new visible screen size is approximately 58 inches (147 cm) high by 108 inches (2.7 meters) wide. Also, a new single-chip DLP projector with a 1920x1080 native resolution will be used with a modified rear projection mirror assembly. The projector features several digital inputs using both HDMI and connectors. Overview This solution is designed to upgrade an existing high-end conference room installed several years earlier. This highly desirable space features custom millwork that will not be replaced during this system transition. The upgrade must have minimal impact on existing room aesthetics, yet provide the modern digital connectivity and support for higher resolutions required for current and future applications. Most of the original equipment configuration will remain intact. The existing screen surface will be replaced to accommodate a new 16x9 aspect ratio screen surface. Millwork modifications are already underway to accommodate this new form factor. oom Needs Assessment Source Connectivity New Sources Audio equirements Functional equirements The conference table-mounted Extron Cable Cubby will be upgraded to include HDMI input capability. New sources will include: one local desktop PC with output, one HD cable set-top receiver with HDMI output for viewing news and information channels, and one Blu-ray Disc player for viewing training materials. All of these sources will be viewable locally within the room. The system will operate as previously implemented. As with the existing sources, the four new sources will be audible via the program speakers. All sources can be viewed locally. Sources to be sent to the far end during a videoconference will include only the existing analog PC or analog document camera. The existing codec only accepts analog sources and is not being upgraded at this time. Analog or digital sources may be viewed during local presentations or during a conference. During a local presentation, a source may be selected for viewing from a list of available options on the existing touchpanel. During an audioconference, a local source may be viewed along with audio supplied from the far end. During a videoconference, the farend camera or far-end source will always be shown on the display. Audio from both the far-end and nearend sources will be heard locally. Cameras The existing camera system will be retained without modification. Matrix Switching and Signal Management The Extron SW4 HDMI Four Input Switcher will function as the digital heart of the system. HDMI input sources, whose source material or hardware requires the management of HDCP, will be switched alongside non-hdcp input sources. This configuration will provide efficient digital source selection, distribution, and image control for the display system. The existing Extron CrossPoint Ultra 84 HVA Ultra- Wideband Matrix Switcher will be retained for use with the existing analog sources. Signal Distribution Extron HDMI 201 Twisted Pair Transmitters and eceivers will be paired to extend HDMI video signals over shielded CAT 5e cables. This standardized and easily accessible infrastructure will provide the most effective method of conserving conduit space while preserving the integrity of the digital signals over considerable distances. The HDMI input at the table and the signal distribution to the displays will use this common cabling infrastructure. The HDMI 201 supports DDC and HDCP which will provide reliable long distance HDMI signal distribution. The analog video and PC sources from the existing system will be scaled and converted to using an Extron DVS 304 Video and GB Scaler. Audio System Local audio signals from the existing analog and the new digital sources will be managed via the existing DSP-based audio system. 28 Extron Digital Design Guide

31 I N P U T SDI I N P U T Y /VID VID B-Y SDI Y /VID VID B-Y Y GB/-Y,Y,B-Y/YC/VID /C YC 4 GB/-Y,Y,B-Y -Y GB/-Y,Y,B-Y/YC/VID /C YC 4 -I /-Y H/ HV G /Y V /-Y H/ HV B /B-Y O U T P U T G /Y V S-232 LAN B /B-Y O U T P U T S-232 LAN HDMI INPUT HDMI 201 Tx HDMI 201 x HDMI OUTPUT POWE 12V 0.2A MAX INPUTS OUTPUT HDMI INPUT HDMI 201 Tx HDMI OUTPUT HDMI 201 x Digital Upgrade HDMI Existing Equipment HDMI 201 Tx CAT 5-type Local PC GBHV Local PC DVD/VC Component COMPUTE AUDIO AUDIO L VIDEO AUDIO L Cable Cubby 600 with AAPs Blu-ray Player VTC Camera Table Microphones HDMI 201 x HDMI HDMI HD Cable Tuner Document Camera SW4 HDMI GBHV GBHV Composite HDMI SW4 HDMI Audio De-Embedder S-video HDMI HDMI 201 Tx VTC - Codec GBHV Audio DSP System Audio Amps CAT 5-type GBHV DVS 304 Composite, S-video, Component and GBHV INPUTS OUTPUTS Anahiem, CA G G B B H V H V LAN ESET ACT LINK SI 28 H SYNC V SYNC EMOTE S232/S422 SI 26CT INPUTS OUTPUTS CrossPoint Ultra 84 HVA Composite, S-video, Component and GBHV DVS 304 HDMI 201 x HDMI Projector Video Audio CAT 5-type 29

32 College / University Classroom System System Design Solution Display System One ceiling-mounted projector with 3,500 ANSI lumens brightness and GBHV, composite video, and HDMI inputs. The projector has a native resolution of 1366x1024, and will be projected onto a 120 inch (3 meter) diagonal, 16x9 aspect ratio electric screen. The screen is to be ceiling-mounted and located on the front wall, centered with the seating area. A PC monitor will be located on top of the lectern. The monitor will be 19 inches (48 cm) diagonal and have a native resolution of 1280x1024. Overview The classroom will be used in a higher education environment with the need to display multiple types of electronic media to the students, while maintaining a cost-effective solution. Several different instructors will be using the classroom. Therefore, the system needs to be intuitive and simple to operate. Also, since the system will be used extensively on a day-to-day basis, reliability will be essential. oom Needs Assessment Staffing Viewing Distance ange Display equirements Computer Sources and Connectivity Other Sources Audio equirements Control Interface 30 Extron Digital Design Guide Various professors and instructors, plus classroom seating for students. From 8 feet (2.4 meters) to 45 feet (14 meters). Projector with front surface screen located on front wall, to enable viewing of PC and video sources. One PC in the lectern with 15-pin HD output at 1280x1024 resolution, plus 15-pin HD and connectivity for two laptops. and 15-pin HD connectivity is also provided on the rear wall for two additional laptops. The laptops will be at various resolutions. One Blu-ray Disc player in lectern, plus one A/V input for an ipod for playing podcasts. Program audio playback of PC content and video sources. A simple-to-use control interface at the lectern to power the projector on and off, switch inputs into the projector, lower or raise the screen, select input sources into the system switcher, and control the audio output level and Blu-ray Disc player. Sources and Connectivity The following sources and connections will be provided in the lectern: One PC workstation, one Blu-ray Disc player, one A/V input for an ipod, and analog 15-pin HD and inputs for laptops. In addition, on the rear wall there will be 15-pin HD and laptop inputs. Control Interface The Extron TLP 700MV TouchLink Touchpanel will provide user control of the system, including source selection, source device control, display system control, and audio output level adjustment. The TLP 700MV touch-sensitive control panel will be configured with a simple-to-use and intuitive graphical user interface. Switching System An Extron System 208 D SA system switcher will be the base of the system. The System 208 D SA will be rack-mounted inside the lectern. The lectern PC, analog laptop input, laptop input, and ipod A/V inputs will be connected directly to the respective inputs of the System 208 D SA. In addition, the Blu-ray Disc player will also be located in the lectern, with its HDMI output connected directly to the System 208 D SA. The System 208 D SA will enable switching for all sources to the projection display system and speakers. In addition, the System 208 D SA will provide the control of source devices, switching, audio level, and the display system. The TouchLink touchpanel will interface with the System 208 D SA to complete the system. Signal Distribution An Extron 201 A D Twisted Pair Transmitter and an Extron HDMI 201 Twisted Pair eceiver will be used to extend the wallmounted laptop input to the HDMI input of the System 208 D SA. The Extron MTP 15HD A D Twisted Pair Transmitter will be used to extend the wall-mounted analog laptop input to the MTP Twisted Pair input of the System 208 D SA. The HDMI twisted pair and MTP outputs of the switcher will be used to extend the video signals to the Extron MTP/HDMI U Twisted Pair eceiver, located at the projector. Audio System The integrated amplifier of the System 208 D SA will provide power for the audio system. Extron SI 26 Surface Mount Speakers will be located on each side of the screen for stereo program audio playback.

33 POWE 12V 0.5A MAX AUDIO IN COMPUTE IN HDMI OUTPUT HDMI 201 x Tx x H+ V+ INPUT AUDIO L+ MTP T 15HD Tx 201 A D Tx ipod A/V S-232 PASS THU Laptop to HDMI Composite CAT 5-type CAT 5-type Laptop Blu-ray Player GBHV HDMI Lectern Display Lectern PC TLP 700TV HDMI 201 x Ethernet GBHV GBHV HDMI TCP/IP Network Blu-ray Player Screen Control Down Screen Control Up V 50/60 Hz 1.3A MAX CONFIGUABLE ANALOG INPUTS 1 BUFFEED OUTPUT 2 3 ANALOG OUTPUT MTP + AUDIO +12 V OUT 250 ma MAX 1 2 L L DIGITAL INPUTS 5 6 DIGITAL OUTPUT A B AUDIO INPUTS L L 3 L 7 L L 8 COM 1 Tx x COM 2 I/S SCP ELAYS DIG I/O Tx x S 1 G S 2 G A B C D E 1 2 C 3 4 C 1 2 MIC/LINE L L AUDIO OUTPUTS L 25W x 2 LAN S-232 Tx x 4 (MTP) VIDEO + COM1 + POWE HOST System 208 D SA CAT 5-type CAT 5-type Audio VID YUV MTP INPUT LEVEL PEAKING SIGNAL PESENCE DIGITAL INPUT MTP/HDMI U Y/C GB 1 2 MTP/HDMI U DIGITAL OUT ANALOG OUTPUTS MONO AUDIO L S-232 BI-232 A-232 HDMI VID Y/C Y B-Y -Y VGA SI 26 Composite GBHV HDMI S-232 Projector Video Audio Control CAT 5-type 31

34 Network Operations Center System System Design Solution Display System Two 67 inch (170 cm) diagonal rear projection display cubes at 1400x1050 resolution will be configured in a 1 unit high by 2 unit wide array. The bottom of the screen area will be mounted at 48 inches (122 cm) AFF - Above Finished Floor. The individual screen size is approximately 40 inches (102 cm) high by 53 inches (135 cm) wide. The overall image size will be approximately 40 inches (102 cm) high by 106 inches (270 cm) wide, producing an aggregate resolution of 2800x1050 pixels. Overview This Network Operations Center is used for maintaining a corporation s network and Internet firewall reliability. The NOC staff will monitor both the local and wide area networks for quality assurance. In addition, they will monitor the firewall between their networks and the Internet. This will help them maintain security from outside the corporation s networks. equests for IT and network support within the corporation will also be managed by the NOC. oom Needs Assessment Staffing Viewing Distance ange Computer Sources Other Sources Audio equirements NOC manager, firewall manager, ticket and dispatch operator, support manager, network manager, and contract vendor Between 7 feet (2 meters) and 15 feet (4.5 meters) Three PC workstations with outputs at 1400x1050 resolution, two PC workstations with analog 15-pin HD output at 1280x1024 resolution, and one PC workstation with 15-pin HD output at various resolutions. Two cable TV receivers with composite output for news and weather information, one DVD player for viewing training materials, and one security camera for the outside perimeter. Audio playback of PC content and video sources throughout the room. Display System Processor The Extron WindoWall System will be the base of the system. There will be two WindoWall Processors in conjunction with an Extron SMX 400 frame loaded with one SMX 88 Pro matrix board, one SMX 88 VGA board, and one SMX 1616 A board. This configuration will provide source selection, distribution, and image control for the display system. WindoWall Console software will control the WindoWall Processors and SMX matrix switcher. The intuitive GUI will allow the user to select from any of the digital and analog video sources, and simultaneously view them on the displays. On-screen windows for each of the sources can be dynamically sized and positioned anywhere on the aggregate display area. Presets for the different configurations may be saved for quick recall. Signal Distribution Extron 201 Twisted Pair Transmitters and eceivers will be paired to extend video signals over CAT 5-type cables. This will provide an effective method of extending the signals from the PC sources to the SMX 88 Pro board. The 201 supports DDC and HDCP, which will provide reliable long distance signal distribution. The Extron 104 Fiber Optic Extenders will be used to extend the output from the WindoWall Processors to the displays. The analog PC sources will be scaled and converted to using Extron GB- 300 scalers. Additional analog PC sources will be connected directly to the SMX 88 VGA board, along with the cable TV receivers, DVD player, and perimeter camera. This will bring all digital and analog video sources into WindoWall as a single system. Functional equirements Typically there will be five sources that need to be viewed simultaneously: one large view of the firewall management software, and smaller views of news, weather, ticketing, and troubleshooting. However, any of the system sources may need to be directed to the large view at any time. The NOC manager will determine and control the different views and content on the display system. Audio Systems The SMX 400 frame will be populated with an SMX 1616 A audio I/O board for distribution of the source audio signals to the Extron XPA 1002 and XPA 2001 Power Amplifiers. The XPA 2001 will be used for the eight Extron SI 26CT Ceiling Speakers to provide even coverage throughout the room. The XPA 1002 will be used for the Extron SI 28 Surface Mount Speakers located on each side of the display system. The SI 28 speakers will provide proper orientation of the audio with the video source viewed on the display wall. 32 Extron Digital Design Guide

35 VGA INPUT VGA MONITO INPUT AUDIO VGA MONITO INPUT AUDIO OUTPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT 1 P/2 DA2xi MT 2 1 LOCAL MONITO OUTPUT -D INPUT P/2 DA2xi MT -D INPUT 2 1 LOCAL MONITO OUTPUT 2 LOCAL MONITO OUTPUT -D INPUT P/2 DA2xi MT P/2 DA2xi MT VGA MONITO AUDIO P/2 DA2xi MT GB- 300 VGA 201xi Tx 201xi Tx 201xi Tx GB- 300 VGA GB GB CAT 5-type CAT 5-type 201 x CAT 5-type 201 x 201 x 201 x 201 x -D OUTPUT 201 x -D OUTPUT -D OUTPUT 201 x SEIES 201 x SEIES 201 x SEIES SMX 400 EMOTE LAN DVD Component to VGA Adapter LINK ACT ESET S232/S422 CATV 2 INPUTS L 1 L 2 L 3 L 4 L 9 L 10 L 11 L 12 L INPUTS L 5 L 6 L 7 L 8 13 L 14 L 15 L 16 OUTPUTS L 1 L 2 L 3 L 4 L 9 L 10 L 11 L 12 L 5 L 6 L 7 L 8 L 14 L 15 L 16 OUTPUTS L 13 SMX 1616 A ADDESS ADDESS -D INPUTS SMX 88 Pro -D OUTPUTS Composite to VGA Adapter CATV 1 Composite to VGA Adapter COMPUTE OUT COMPUTE IN Camera S-video to VGA Adapter ADDESS V, 50-60Hz 1.3A MAX. SMX 88 VGA VGA VGA VGA VGA GB VIDEO INPUTS WindoWall Processor VITUAL VIDEO INPUTS VGA GB/Y, -Y, B-Y OUTPUT VGA VGA VGA GB VIDEO INPUTS WindoWall Processor VITUAL VIDEO INPUTS GB/Y, -Y, B-Y OUTPUT 104 Tx Fiber Cable Fiber Cable XPA V XPA x Display Cube 1 Video 104 Tx 104 x 2 1 INPUTS OUTPUT 2 1 LEVEL LIMITE/ POTECT INPUTS HPF L OUTPUT 70 V SIGNAL SIGNAL 0 XPA XPA V SI 28 Display Cube 2 Audio CLASS 2 WIING CLASS 2 WIING LEVEL 1 LIMITE/ POTECT SI 26CT CAT 5-type Optical Fiber 33

36 Corporate Training oom System System Design Solution Display System One ceiling-mounted projector with 5,000 ANSI lumens brightness and an HDMI input. The projector has a native resolution of 1366x1024, and will be projected onto a 133 inch (338 cm) diagonal, 16x9 aspect ratio electric screen. The screen will be ceiling-mounted and located on the front wall, centered with the seating area. A PC monitor will be located on top of the lectern. The monitor will be 19 inches (48 cm) diagonal and have a native resolution of 1280x1024. Overview This room will be used to train corporate employees. It will also be used to provide demonstrations to clients and business partners. The system needs to be capable of displaying both analog and digital media as an integral part of high quality, professional presentations. Consideration for future additional sources of various types will need to be incorporated into the design. Additionally, the system needs to be highly reliable and simple to operate. oom Needs Assessment Staffing Viewing Distance ange Display equirements Computer Sources and Connectivity Other Sources and Connectivity Audio equirements Control Interface Various presenters and instructors, with classroom seating for audience attendees. From 8 feet (2.4 meters) to 65 feet (20 meters). Projector with front surface screen located on front wall, to enable viewing of PC and video sources. One PC workstation at the lectern with output at 1280x1024 resolution, 15-pin HD inputs for laptops at the lectern and on the rear wall, inputs for laptops at the lectern and on the rear wall. The laptops will be at various resolutions. One Blu-ray Disc player in the lectern, plus HDMI and auxiliary A/V inputs. The system needs to provide program audio playback of PC content and video sources. Additional needs include sound reinforcement for a lectern microphone, a wireless lavalier microphone, and a handheld wireless microphone. A simple-to-use control interface is needed at the lectern to power the display on and off, control source switching, lower or raise the screen, and control audio output levels and the Blu-ray Disc player. Sources and Connectivity The following sources and connections will be provided in the lectern: One PC workstation, one Blu-ray Disc player, an auxiliary A/V input, analog 15-pin HD and inputs for laptops, and an HDMI input. In addition, on the rear wall there will be 15-pin HD and inputs for laptops. Control Interface An Extron TLP 350CV TouchLink Touchpanel will provide user control of the system, including source selection, source device control, display system control, and audio output level adjustments. The TLP 350CV touch-sensitive control panel will be configured with a simple-to-use and intuitive graphical user interface. The Extron IPL 250 Ethernet Control Processor will integrate the TouchLink panel with non IP Link-equipped devices. Switching System The Extron SMX 200 Modular Multi-Plane Matrix Switcher, loaded with an SMX 84 Pro board and an SMX 84 A audio board will facilitate switching and routing of the various sources to the displays and audio system. The lectern sources shall be pre-switched at the lectern using an Extron SW4 A Plus switcher. In addition, one Extron DVS 304 and two GB- 300 scalers will be used as needed to scale and convert the various analog signals to compatible formats. Signal Distribution Extron 201 Twisted Pair Transmitters and eceivers will be used to extend the digital video signals from the lectern and wall plates to the rack equipment, and from the rack equipment to the displays. Audio System The SMX 84 A audio I/O board will enable distribution of the source audio signals to the program audio system. This system will use an Extron XPA 1002 Stereo Power Amplifier and two Extron SI 28 Surface Mount Speakers located on each side of the screen. Speech reinforcement will be accomplished by inserting the lectern, wireless lavalier mic, and wireless handheld microphones into an Extron DMP 64 ProDSP Digital Matrix Processor. The DMP 64 will then feed an Extron XPA 2001 Mono Power Amplifier and six Extron SI 26CT Ceiling Speakers. 34 Extron Digital Design Guide

37 GB INPUT INPUTS 3 4 LOCAL OUTPUT 200 Tx SEIES 201 Tx SW4 A Plus OUTPUT 1 2 -D OUTPUT Extron INPUTS INPUT 3 4 OUTPUT LOCAL OUTPUT 201 x 201 x SEIES 200 Tx SEIES 201 Tx INPUT I N P U T SDI Y /VID VID B-Y D OUTPUT LOCAL OUTPUT -Y GB/-Y,Y,B-Y/YC/VID /C YC 4 -D OUTPUT 200 Tx SEIES 201 Tx 201 x 201 x SEIES -D INPUT -I 201 x 201 x SEIES /-Y H/ HV LOCAL MONITO OUTPUT INPUT G /Y V -D OUTPUT B /B-Y O U T P U T LOCAL OUTPUT 200 Tx SEIES 201 Tx S x 201 x SEIES 1 2 -D OUTPUT 201 x 201 x SEIES POWE MIC/LINE INPUTS O U T P U T S I/O LAN ESET -D OUTPUT 201 x 201 x SEIES GB XPA 1002 CLASS 2 WIING LEVEL INPUTS OUTPUT LIMITE/ 1 2 POTECT SIGNAL 0 0 LIMITE/ POTECT SIGNAL INPUT AUDIO L+ LEVEL HPF INPUTS L 0 CLASS 2 WIING OUTPUT 70 V Lectern TCP/IP Network TLP 350CV with AAPs COMPUTE AUDIO AUDIO L VIDEO AUDIO L NETWOK Blu-ray Player Instructor PC GB- 300 DVS 304 Lectern Display Wall Plates 201 A D Tx CIA 114 SW4 A Plus S-232 PASS THU 201 Tx 201 Tx 201xi Tx From SMX Output 201 x 201 x GB- 300 SMX 200 EMOTE S232/S422 L 1 L 2 L 3 L 4 L 5 L 6 L 7 L 8 ADDESS OUTPUTS L 1 L 2 L 3 L 4 SMX 84 A ESET TCP/IP Network LAN ACT LINK HDCP INPUTS ADDESS HDCP OUTPUTS SMX 84 Pro V, 50-60Hz 1.3A MAX. Projector SW4 A Plus Bluay Player Screen Control Up Screen Control Down IPL Tx XPA 1002 DMP 64 Lectern Mic DMP x Lapel Mic Hand Mic SI 28 XPA 2001 XPA V Projector To Lectern Display SI 26CT Video Audio Control CAT 5-type 35

38 Municipal Courtroom System System Design Solution Display System Twelve 20 inch (51 cm) HDTV displays are required in the jury box to display the electronic evidence and other content, while two 65 inch (165 cm) plasma displays are needed for presenting evidence to the gallery. Three additional 20 inch (51 cm) HDTV displays are located at the witness stand, prosecution, and defense tables. Overview The Municipal court is a lower court which usually tries criminal misdemeanors and civil lawsuits involving lesser amounts of money than superior, district, or county courts. Municipal courts have city or county-wide jurisdiction, conduct preliminary hearings, and try cases of up to $25,000. The environment is fast-paced and A/V support systems must be easy to set up and operate. oom Needs Assessment Staffing Display equirements Sources Functional equirements The judge and clerk are responsible for managing the courtroom. They both need touchpanel displays with video confidence feedback to control and manage content throughout the proceedings. The clerk may be required to display recorded evidence from his or her workstation PC. Both the judge and the clerk may restrict the viewing of evidence to the jury and audience, by muting the video signal to specific displays. All jurors need to be provided with their own displays in order to focus their attention. The prosecution and defense teams will also need to see the content, in order to monitor what is being presented to the witness and jury. Two large displays will also be required to provide the evidence content to the gallery, or audience members. Laptops, PCs, paper documents, and video presentations are the primary content used to introduce and show evidence to the judge and/ or jury. Electronic evidence is submitted through a central evidence center, and electronic evidence may need to be annotated or marked up to highlight specific details to the judge and jury. There needs to be the capability to print these markups and save them to a file system. The main design goal is to provide a content delivery system that is easy to set up, reliable, and easy to operate. The system must provide a strong backbone for future expansion, while accommodating integration of legacy equipment and signal types during the analog-to-digital transition period. Consistent resolution and aspect ratio is a requirement that must be maintained for all display devices in the system. Digital formats will provide uniformity in signal performance through several active digital video devices. Optimum resolutions are maximized through the use of the EDID functionality as part of the format. Sources The prosecution and defense tables shall provide analog and digital source input connectivity to the content display system via an Extron Cable Cubby 600. An Extron DVS 304 Video and GB Scaler is used to convert the analog signals to while scaling them to the intended resolution and aspect ratio. signals at these locations are pre-switched using a four-input Extron SW4 Plus switcher. The evidence station includes a similar connectivity and is further enhanced with the addition of a DVD player, high resolution document camera, and touchpanel display. The heart of the evidence station is an Extron Annotator. The Annotator provides selection of multiple input formats and has integrated scaling that outputs the required resolution, aspect ratio, and appropriate signal format using the optional output. The Annotator, with a third-party touchscreen provides all the tools required to highlight and emphasize any electronic evidence. The clerk s desk includes a PC workstation that may, on occasion, be used to provide content to the displays. Digital Matrix Switching System An Extron DXP 88 Pro 8x8 matrix switcher is the heart of the system, and provides signal routing from the aforementioned sources to the displays. The matrix switcher s EDID Minder feature is used to negotiate resolution information from the digital displays to set each source s output to match their native resolution. Signal Distribution Extron DA8 Plus distribution amplifiers, attached to the DXP 88 Pro outputs drive jury displays and information sent for gallery viewing. Extron 201 Twisted Pair Transmitters and eceivers are used extensively to extend 1080p signals 75 feet and beyond. EDID communications and HDCP can be passed through the 201. Extron FOX 500 Fiber Optic Extender products are utilized to transport evidence to the central monitoring location. They address system requirements for distance and content security. The Extron -GB 150 is used for converting signals to analog GBHV for use with a digital recorder. Control Interface The judge and clerk are responsible for managing the content presented in the courtroom. Two control system touchpanels with video feedback are needed. The -GB 150 interfaces, in conjunction with Extron MTP Twisted Pair products, are again utilized for proper signal distribution. 36 Extron Digital Design Guide

39 Prosecution Defense Evidence Document Camera Cable Cubby 600 with AAPs AUDIO Annotator B/C 4 B-Y VID 5 /Y VID /Y H/HV V -Y HDSDI/ SDI 7 -D C B-Y /C VGA L AUDIO G/Y VID O U T P U T S / -Y G/ Y B/ B-Y H V S MOUSE I N P U T GB/-Y,Y,B-Y/YC/VID /-Y G /Y H/ HV V B /B-Y 4 1 VID 2 B-Y -Y 3 YC -I S-232 Y /VID SDI O U T P U T I N P U T -Y B-Y /C GB/-Y,Y,B-Y/YC/VID /-Y G /Y H/ HV V B /B-Y 4 VID 1 2 B-Y -Y YC 3 -I AUDIO HDMI to Adapter S-232 Mouse Touch Monitor DVD Player O U T P U T Keyboard DVS 304 DVS 304 Clerk INPUTS OUTPUT SW4 A Plus 1 INPUTS INPUTS 1 INPUTS OUTPUT OUTPUT SW4 A Plus OUTPUT SW4 A Plus SW4 A Plus INPUTS OUTPUT SW4 A Plus INPUTS OUTPUT Clerk PC SW4 A Plus 201 Tx INPUT 201 Tx LOCAL OUTPUT S-232 KEYBOAD VGA Component -Y B-Y /C LAN USB MTP Composite VIDEO VGA Y /VID SDI S-232 ESET OUT GB/-Y, Y, B-Y L COMPUTE Composite / -Y 6 GB/-Y,Y,B-Y AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO HDMI to Adapter 3 1 I N P GB/-Y,Y,B-Y U 2 T S L COMPUTE VGA Composite TCP/IP Network Cable Cubby 600 with AAPs VGA L AUDIO L HDMI to Adapter VIDEO AUDIO L COMPUTE AUDIO AUDIO Cable Cubby 600 with AAP INPUT 201 Tx LOCAL OUTPUT 200 Tx SEIES INPUT 200 Tx SEIES 201 Tx LOCAL OUTPUT Tx SEIES 201 Tx 2 LOCAL MONITO OUTPUT -D INPUT 201 Tx 201xi Tx CAT 5-type CAT 5-type 201 x CAT 5-type 201 x 201 x -D OUTPUT CAT 5-type 201 x 201 x -D OUTPUT -D OUTPUT 201 x SEIES 201 x SEIES 201 x SEIES ESET PO - HDCP COMPLIANT ACT LINK LAN -D OUTPUTS -D INPUTS 201 x -D OUTPUT 201 x SEIES 201 x 201 x LISTED US 1T23 I.T.E. DA8 Plus DXP 88 Pro DA8 Plus -D OUTPUT -D INPUT D LOOP - THU -D INPUT DA8 Plus -GB 150 LOCAL OUTPUT DA2 00:00:00:00 Digital Video ecorder INPUT LOCAL OUTPUT INPUT INPUT LOCAL OUTPUT 200 Tx SEIES LOCAL OUTPUT 201 Tx INPUT LOCAL OUTPUT 200 Tx SEIES 200 Tx SEIES INPUT LOCAL OUTPUT 200 Tx SEIES 201 Tx 201 Tx GB OUTPUT 201 Tx (17 places) S HDCAM INPUT To Central Monitoring B V DA2 Optical Fiber -D OUTPUT 1 G OUTPUT * -D INPUT H FOX 500 Tx DA8 Plus BUFFEED LOOP-THOUGH INPUT OPTICAL 1 2* AUDIO INPUTS -GB 150 FOX 500 Tx INPUT LOCAL OUTPUT 200 Tx SEIES 201 Tx INPUT LOCAL OUTPUT 200 Tx SEIES 201 Tx 201 Tx -GB Tx SEIES 201 Tx BUFFEED LOOP-THOUGH INPUT H G B V S OUTPUT CAT 5-type CAT 5-type CAT 5-type CAT 5-type CAT 5-type CAT 5-type -GB 150 CAT 5-type -GB 150 INPUT BUFFEED LOOP-THOUGH G B H V S VGA OUTPUT -GB 150 MT P T 15 HD A AUDIO POWE VGA INPUT OUTPUT MONITO MTP T 15HD A 201 x (17 places) 201 x 201 x 201 x 201 x 201 x 201 x CAT 5-type 201 x MT P T 15 HD A AUDIO POWE -D OUTPUT -D OUTPUT -D OUTPUT -D OUTPUT -D OUTPUT -D OUTPUT -D OUTPUT 201 x SEIES 201 x SEIES 201 x SEIES 201 x SEIES 201 x SEIES 201 x SEIES OUTPUT MONITO INPUT 201 x SEIES MTP T 15HD A MT P L 15HD A POWE INPUT BUFFEED OUTPUT CAT 5-type OUTPUT MTP L 15HD A VGA MT P L 1 5HD A POWE 20" Flat Panel Display #1 20" Flat Panel Display #12 65" Flat Panel Display #1 Jury Video Control 65" Flat Panel Display #2 Gallery CAT 5-type 20" Flat Panel Display 20" Flat Panel Display 20" Flat Panel Display Witness Prosecution Defense INPUT BUFFEED OUTPUT OUTPUT MTP L 15HD A Clerk Touch Panel VGA Judge Touch Panel Optical Fiber 37

40 Lecture Hall System System Design Solution Display System Two 1920x1080 DLP projectors projecting onto motorized screens, arranged side-by-side and ceiling-mounted above the stage at the front of the room. Individual screen sizes are approximately 133 inches (338 cm) diagonal with a 16x9 aspect ratio. Cameras Two HD cameras will be installed on wall mounts, one mounted in the rear of the room and facing the instructor. The second camera will be mounted in the front of the room, facing the classroom. Overview This lecture hall is a large room capable of seating approximately 80 students with stadium-style seating, providing clear and unobstructed views of a large screen at the front of the room, along with two large projection screens. A large lectern is located in front of the room, serving as the central point for content delivery and control. This system is designed to support the visual communication needs of a modern educational classroom. It supports digital and analog sources using a digital switching infrastructure that manages HDCP digital content protection, from the point of origin to any given destination. oom Needs Assessment Staffing Source Locations Instructors require the flexibility to present multiple sources from the lectern during classes. There is a need to provide annotation and mark-up of materials being presented, regardless of their incoming video signal type. Lectern: The lectern will feature several source input options, the ability to annotate over source materials, and provide many hands-on controls for monitoring and interacting with source materials. Floor Box: A floor box at the front of the lecture hall will allow additional equipment to be connected to the display system. HDMI,, and VGA connections will be provided through the use of twisted pair extenders. Control oom: The control room will allow for operational support of the system and feature the majority of the switching, scaling, signal distribution, and monitoring for the system. Digital Matrix Switching and Signal Management The Extron DXP 88 Pro 8x8 matrix switcher will function as the heart of the system. All HDMI,, VGA and composite sources will be converted to the for seamless integration with the displays and other peripheral equipment. HDMI and source material with HDCP content protection will be switched alongside non-hdcp sources within the matrix switcher. Lectern Sources An Extron Annotator will be located at the lectern and will provide local switching, scaling, and annotation capabilities for the instructor. VGA, and composite video connections from an Extron Cable Cubby 600 will feed the Annotator inputs. The Annotator will be used to scale and convert all lectern sources to at a 1920x1080 resolution. Digital Signal Distribution and Extension Extron HDMI 201 and 201 Twisted Pair Transmitters and eceivers will be paired to extend and HDMI video signals over shielded CAT 5e cables. The HD cameras, and the digital inputs at the floor box will use this common cabling infrastructure. DDC and HDCP transmission is supported, which will provide reliable long distance and HDMI signal distribution. The analog video and PC sources will be scaled and converted to using an Extron GB- 300 scaler. Multi Graphics Processor An Extron MGP 464 Multi-Graphic Processor is used to provide quad screen views to the confidence monitor. All sources can route digitally through the matrix switcher and into the quad processor. Display equirements Functional equirements An instructor s 65 inch (165 cm) confidence monitor will be accompanied by two projectors for viewing materials in the classroom. The confidence display will be capable of showing four different sources at one time, providing a comprehensive view of various materials. The two DLP projectors will project onto screens located at the front of the room and above the white board. Classroom presentations and instruction are intended to be recorded for archiving and distribution to a central monitoring location. Cameras located within the classroom will be focused on capturing both the instructor and classroom participants. Fiber Distribution Fiber optics with Extron FOXBOX 4G Plus Extenders will be used to cover the substantial distances from the control room to a central monitoring location. The FOXBOX 4G Plus transmits signals up to 1920x1200 and HDTV 1080p, and supports bi-directional S-232 control over the fiber infrastructure. All content from the lectern location will be transmitted with pixel-for-pixel image quality via FOXBOX 4G Plus extenders. 38 Extron Digital Design Guide

41 FOXBOX 4G x 1 2 INPUTS 3 4 GB VIDEO INPUTS SW4 A Plus FOXBOX 4G Tx FOXBOX 4G x OUTPUT 1 2 INPUTS 3 4 I N P U T S GB/-Y,Y,B-Y 2 GB/-Y,Y,B-Y OUTPUT VITUAL VIDEO INPUTS 1 FOXBOX 4G x 3 / -Y FOXBOX 4G Tx FOXBOX 4G x G/Y VID B/C 4 VID 5 VID 7 HDSDI/ B-Y /Y /Y SDI O U T P H/HV V -Y B-Y C /C 6 -D OUTPUT -D 201 x 201 x SEIES GB/Y, -Y, B-Y OUTPUT U T S FOXBOX 4G Tx FOXBOX 4G x / -Y G/ Y H V S B/ B-Y OUT GB/-Y, Y, B-Y -D OUTPUT MTP FOXBOX 4G Tx 201 x 201 x SEIES MOUSE KEYBOAD ESET USB LAN S-232 S-232 INPUT LOCAL OUTPUT OUTPUT DA2 GB FOXBOX 4G Tx INPUT S-232 PASS THU HDMI AUDIO- AUDIO-L HDMI INPUT HDMI 201 Tx AUDIO L+ INPUT -D OUTPUT 201 x 201 x SEIES -GB 150 INPUT MTP L 15HD A POWE AUDIO IN COMPUTE IN INPUT BUFFEED OUTPUT BUFFEED LOOP-THOUGH OUTPUT -D OUTPUT 00:00:00: x 201 x SEIES H G V OUTPUT HDCAM B S HDMI INPUT HDMI 201 Tx Lectern Cable Cubby 600 with AAPs VGA Instructor PC PTZ Camera HDMI PTZ Camera HDMI COMPUTE AUDIO AUDIO L NETWOK VGA Component VGA Annotator HDMI 201 Tx CAT 5-type Stage Floor Box HDMI 201 Tx CAT 5-type HDMI to Blu-ray Player HDMI 201 A D Tx 201 A D Tx MTP T 15HD A D SW4 A Plus Touch Monitor S-232 PASS THU Document Camera FOXBOX 4G Tx Plus Fiber Cable CAT 5-type CAT 5-type CAT 5-type Control oom From Central Monitoring Fiber Cable 201 x MTP L 15HD A VGA GB- 300 FOXBOX 4G x Plus 201 x 201 x 201 x -D INPUTS PO - HDCP COMPLIANT -D OUTPUTS LAN ACT LINK ESET LISTED US 1T23 I.T.E. DXP 88 Pro MGP 464 DI DA2 FOXBOX 4G Tx Plus -GB 150 GB FOXBOX 4G Tx Plus Fiber Cable Fiber Cable Fiber Cable Control oom Display Digital Video ecorder FOXBOX 4G x Plus To Central Monitoring Confidence Display Projector Projector Video CAT 5-type Optical Fiber 39

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43 Extron Digital Video Product Solutions Extron manufactures a complete family of products designed for the integration of digital technologies such as, HDMI, DisplayPort, and HD-SDI into all digital as well as hybrid analog/digital A/V system designs. The line includes switchers, matrix switchers, distribution amplifiers, signal processing and conversion products, as well as cables and adapters for all common A/V signal types. In addition to signal distribution and routing needs, the medium on which signals are routed is often of primary concern to the system designer. Cables and connectors for, HDMI, and DisplayPort are designed for comparatively short, point-to-point applications. As a rule of thumb, direct digital connection of, HDMI, and DisplayPort equipment is typically limited to 15 to 25 feet, although high performance cables can be used for distances up to 75 feet. For longer distance signal routing requirements, Extron offers three distinct solutions: Digital cable equalizers, which can be used to restore signal integrity with standard or HDMI cables at distances up to 200 feet from the source Twisted pair extenders convert and HDMI signals for transmission over standard CAT 5 cable up to 200 feet. Use of twisted pair cable can also benefit applications where cable needs to be routed through conduit or within plenum air spaces. Fiber optic extenders allow for signal transmission up to miles (30 km). Fiber optic technology can also be beneficial in applications where signal security is mandatory or in environments where signals must be routed through elevator shafts or other areas with large amounts of electromagnetic interference. Extenders Signal Conversion Distribution Amplifiers Test & Measurement Switchers Cables & Adapters Matrix Switchers 41

44 Extenders 101 Cable Equalizer The Extron 101 is a equalizer that offers a convenient, economical solution for extending single link signals significantly beyond the capability of standard cables. The 101 attaches to the end of a long cable run of up to 200 feet (60 meters). It automatically provides the necessary active equalization to ensure optimal image quality with HDTV signals up to 1080p/60 and high resolution computer-video signals up to 1920x1200. The 101 is ideal for temporary applications as well as permanent installations with long cable runs. Extends -D/HDMI signals over cable up to 200 feet (60 meters) Compatible with resolutions up to HDTV 1080p/60 and 1920x1200 Provides automatic equalization to ensure optimized image quality over very long cables Supports DDC and HDCP LED indicator for source signal presence and power Self-powered by source signal 1" (2.5 cm) high, one-eighth rack width metal enclosure 101 Cable Equalizer Twisted Pair Extender The Extron 201 is a transmitter and receiver set that enables or HDMI signals to be carried over distances significantly beyond the capability of standard cables. Linked together using two economical and integration friendly CAT 5, CAT 5e, CAT 6, or CAT 7 cables, the 201 transmitter and receiver work together to send single link -D or HDMI signals over 200 feet (60 meters) for HDTV and XGA (1024x768). Transmits single link -D/HDMI and S-232 signals over two CAT 5-type cables Sends 720p, 1080i, and XGA (1024x768) signals over 200 feet (60 meters), 1080p/60 and 1920x1200 signals over 100 feet (30 meters) input loop-through Supports DDC and HDCP emote powering of transmitter or receiver Bi-directional S-232/I pass-through 201 Tx Transmitter 201 x eceiver 201 Tx/x Transmitter/eceiver Set xi Tx Twisted Pair Transmitter The Extron 201xi Tx is a twisted pair transmitter that enables or HDMI signals to be carried over distances significantly beyond the capability of standard cables. Linked together using two economical and integration friendly CAT 5, CAT 5e, CAT 6, or CAT 7 cables, the 201xi Tx transmitter and a 201 or 201 A D Twisted Pair eceiver work together to send single link -D or HDMI signals over 200 feet (60 meters) for HDTV and XGA (1024x768). The 201xi Tx includes EDID Minder, automatic input equalization, and rack mount capability, all designed to help optimize system integration for signal transmission. Transmits single link -D/HDMI and S-232 signals over two CAT 5-type cables Sends 720p, 1080i, and XGA (1024x768) signals over 200 feet (60 meters), 1080p/60 and 1920x1200 signals over 100 feet (30 meters) input loop-through Supports DDC and HDCP EDID Minder Automatic input cable equalization emote powering of receiver Bi-directional S-232/I pass-through 201xi Tx Twisted Pair Transmitter Extron Digital Design Guide

45 Extenders 201 A D Twisted Pair Extender with Audio - Decora Wallplate The Extron 201 A D is a Decora -style transmitter and receiver set that enables or HDMI signals to be carried over distances significantly beyond the capability of standard cables. In addition, it can accept and transmit stereo audio and S-232 or I signals. Linked together using two economical and integration friendly CAT 5, CAT 5e, CAT 6, or CAT 7 cables, the 201 A D transmitter and receiver work together to send single link -D or HDMI signals over 200 feet (60 meters) for HDTV and XGA (1024x768). Transmits single link -D/HDMI and S-232 signals over two CAT 5-type cables Sends 720p, 1080i, and XGA (1024x768) signals over 200 feet (60 meters), 1080p/60 and 1920x1200 signals over 100 feet (30 meters) Transmits additional stereo audio signals Supports DDC and HDCP emote powering of transmitter or receiver Bi-directional S-232/I pass-through 201 A D Tx Transmitter 201 A D x eceiver 201 A D Tx/x Transmitter/eceiver Set - Black A D Tx/x Transmitter/eceiver Set - White DL 101 Dual Link Cable Equalizer The Extron DL 101 is a dual link equalizer that offers a convenient, economical solution for extending dual link and single link signals significantly beyond the capability of standard dual link cables. The DL 101 attaches to the end of a long cable run of up to 200 feet (60 meters). It automatically provides the necessary active equalization to ensure optimal image quality with high resolution computer-video signals up to 2560x1600 as well as all HDTV signals including 1080p/60. Extends dual link -D signals over dual link cable up to 200 feet (60 meters) Compatible with resolutions up to 2560x1600 and HDTV 1080p/60 Provides automatic equalization to ensure optimized image quality over very long cables LED indicator for source signal presence and power Supports DDC and HDCP 1" (2.5 cm) high, quarter rack width metal enclosure DL 101 Dual Link Cable Equalizer DL 201 Dual Link Twisted Pair Extender The Extron DL 201 is a transmitter and receiver set that enables dual link or single link signals to be carried over distances significantly beyond the capability of standard dual link cables. Linked together using three economical and integration friendly CAT 5, CAT 5e, CAT 6, or CAT 7 cables, the DL 201 transmitter and receiver work together to send dual link or single link -D signals up to 200 feet. Transmits dual link -D and S-232 signals over three CAT 5-type cables Sends 2560x1600 signals over 100 feet (30 meters), XGA (1024x768) signals over 200 feet (60 meters) input loop-through Supports DDC and HDCP EDID Minder emote powering of receiver Bi-directional S-232/I pass-through DL 201 Tx Transmitter DL 201 x eceiver DL 201 Tx/x Transmitter/eceiver Set

46 Extenders FOX 500 Fiber Optic Extender for, Audio, and S-232 The Extron FOX 500 Fiber Optic Extender is a transmitter and receiver set for long haul transmission of, audio, and S-232 control signals over a single fiber. Engineered for reliability and exceptional high resolution image performance, it uses Extron's exclusive all digital, zero compression technology to deliver perfect pixel-for-pixel transmission of computervideo images up to UXGA (1600x1200) resolution, including HDTV 1080p/60. Designed specifically for A/V systems, the FOX 500 also includes a host of integrator-friendly features such as an EDID emulation mode, buffered input loop-through, S-232 control from multiple locations, rack-mount capability, and real-time system monitoring. Extends single link -D, stereo audio, and S-232 control signals very long distances over a single fiber All digital, zero compression technology provides pixel-for-pixel performance with signals up to 1600x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 Buffered input loop-through Alarm notification for fiber link loss Available as an 850 nm multimode model for moderate-range transmissions, and a 1310 nm singlemode model for extreme distances up to 30 km (18.75 miles) S-232 serial control at transmitter and receiver eal-time status LED indicators for troubleshooting and monitoring FOX 500 Transmitter FOX 500 eceiver FOX 500 Tx MM Multimode - Transmitter FOX 500 Tx SM Singlemode - Transmitter FOX 500 x MM Multimode - eceiver FOX 500 x SM Singlemode - eceiver FOXBOX 4G Plus Fiber Optic Extender for, Audio, and S-232 The Extron FOXBOX 4G Plus Fiber Optic Extender is a transmitter and receiver set for long haul transmission of, audio, and S-232 control signals over a single fiber. Engineered for reliability and exceptional high resolution image performance, it uses Extron-exclusive all digital, zero compression technology, to deliver perfect pixel-for-pixel transmission of computer-video images up to WUXGA 1920x1200 resolution, including HDTV 1080p/60. Designed specifically for A/V systems, the FOXBOX 4G Plus also includes a host of integrator-friendly features such as an EDID emulation mode, Auto Input Memory, S-232 control from multiple locations, internal test patterns, and real-time system monitoring. Compact, low profile enclosures allow for discreet installation behind a flat-panel display, and multiple receivers can be daisy-chained. FEATUES Extends single link -D, stereo audio, and S-232 control signals very long distances over a single fiber All digital, zero compression technology provides pixel-for-pixel performance with signals up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 Daisy-chain capability Available as an 850 nm multimode model for moderate-range transmissions, and a 1310 nm singlemode model for extreme distances up to 30 km (18.75 miles) eal-time status LED indicators for troubleshooting and monitoring Alarm notification for fiber link loss EDID emulation mode S-232 serial control at transmitter and receiver 1" (2.5 cm) high, quarter rack width metal enclosures FOXBOX 4G Plus Transmitter FOXBOX 4G Plus eceiver FOXBOX 4G Tx Plus MM Multimode - Transmitter FOXBOX 4G Tx Plus SM Singlemode - Transmitter FOXBOX 4G x Plus MM Multimode - eceiver FOXBOX 4G x Plus SM Singlemode - eceiver Extron Digital Design Guide

47 Extenders 104 Fiber Optic Extender The Extron 104 Fiber Optic Extender is a transmitter and receiver set that provides an effective, economical solution for extending single link -D signals long distances over fiber optic cables. Engineered for reliability and exceptional high resolution image performance, it uses all digital, zero compression technology to deliver perfect pixel-for-pixel transmission of computer-video images up to 1920x1200 resolution, including HDTV 1080p/60. The 104 extends -D signals over four multimode fiber optic cables at lengths up to 500 meters (1,640 feet). Transmits single link -D signals over four multimode fiber optic cables Sends 1920x1200 and HDTV 1080p/60 signals up to 500 meters (1,640 feet) All digital, zero compression technology provides pixel-for-pixel performance with signals up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 EDID Minder Transmitter and receiver detachable from cables Pre-terminated multimode fiber optic cables available from Extron in various lengths from 10 meters (33 feet) to 300 meters (984 feet) 104 Tx/x shown with 4LC MM cable. 4LC MM cable must be ordered separately. 104 Tx/x Transmitter/eceiver Set LC MM/10m 10m (33 ) HDMI 101 HDMI Cable Equalizer The Extron HDMI 101 is an HDMI equalizer that offers a convenient, economical solution for extending HDMI signals beyond the suggested 15 meter (45 foot) distance limit for HDMI cables. The HDMI 101 attaches to the end of a long HDMI cable run of up to 200 feet (60 meters). It automatically provides the necessary active equalization to ensure optimal image quality with HDTV signals up to 1080p/60 and high resolution computer-video signals up to 1920x1200. The HDMI 101 is ideal for temporary applications as well as permanent installations with long HDMI cable runs. Extends HDMI signals over HDMI cable up to 200 feet (60 meters) Compatible with resolutions up to 1080p/60 HDTV and 1920x1200 Provides automatic equalization to ensure optimized image quality over very long HDMI cables LED indicator for source signal presence and power HDCP compliant 1" (2.5 cm) high, one-eighth rack width metal enclosure HDMI 101 HDMI Cable Equalizer MTP/HDMI U Twisted Pair eceiver for HDMI, VGA, Video, Audio, and S-232 The MTP/HDMI U is a universal Twisted Pair eceiver that consolidates digital and analog video formats into a single product, delivering digital video, analog video, mono audio, and S-232 signals from remote locations. It features an HDMI twisted pair input that is HDMI 1.3 compatible, plus a Universal MTP Twisted Pair input that accepts all common analog video formats, from composite video to HDTV and high resolution GB. Either input supports bi-directional S-232 signals. It includes separate variable level and peaking controls and automatic signal format detection for incoming MTP signals, and a 1" high, low profile metal enclosure for convenient mounting at the display. Accepts digital and analog video formats eceives HDMI or twisted pair signals HDCP compliant HDMI 1.3 compatible eceives MTP Twisted Pair signals for GBHV, HD component video, S-video, composite video, mono audio, and S-232 Plenum rated - meets UL 2043 for heat and smoke release, excluding power supply Automatically routes incoming signals to appropriate output connectors Separate variable level and peaking controls Supports bi-directional S-232 signals MTP/HDMI U HDMI/VGA/Video Twisted Pair eceiver

48 Extenders HDMI 201 HDMI Twisted Pair Extender The Extron HDMI 201 is a transmitter and receiver set that enables HDMI signals to be carried over distances significantly beyond the capability of standard HDMI cables. Linked together using two economical and integration friendly CAT 5, CAT 5e, CAT 6, or CAT 7 cables, the HDMI 201 transmitter and receiver work together to send HDTV and XGA (1024x768) resolution HDMI signals over 200 feet (60 meters). Transmits HDMI and S-232 signals over two CAT 5-type cables Sends 720p, 1080i, and XGA (1024x768) signals over 200 feet (60 meters), 1080p/60 and 1920x1200 signals over 100 feet (30 meters) HDCP compliant Extends video, audio, and control signals emote powering of transmitter or receiver Bi-directional S-232/I pass-through HDMI 201 Tx/x Transmitter/eceiver Set HDMI 201 Transmitter HDMI 201 eceiver HDMI 201 A D HDMI Twisted Pair Extender with Audio - Decora Wallplate The Extron HDMI 201 A D is a Decora -style transmitter and receiver set that enables HDMI signals to be carried over distances significantly beyond the capability of standard HDMI cables. In addition, it can accept and transmit stereo audio and S-232 or I signals. Linked together using two economical and integration friendly CAT 5, CAT 5e, CAT 6, or CAT 7 cables, the HDMI 201 A D transmitter and receiver work together to send HDTV and XGA (1024x768) resolution HDMI signals over 200 feet (60 meters). Transmits HDMI and S-232 signals over two CAT 5-type cables Sends 720p, 1080i, and XGA (1024x768) signals over 200 feet (60 meters), 1080p/60 and 1920x1200 signals over 100 feet (30 meters) HDCP compliant Extends video, audio, and control signals Transmits additional stereo audio signals emote powering of transmitter or receiver Bi-directional S-232/I pass-through HDMI 201 A D Transmitter HDMI 201 A D eceiver HDMI 201 A D Tx/x Transmitter/eceiver Set - Black HDMI 201 A D Tx/x Transmitter/eceiver Set - White G HD-SDI 101 Cable Equalizer for Multi-rate SDI The 3G HD-SDI 101 is a one-input, one-output cable equalizer for multi-rate SDI digital video signals. It offers a convenient, economical solution for sending multi-rate SDI digital video signals over long coaxial cable runs. The 3G HD-SDI 101 supports all common serial digital video data rates up to 2.97 Gbps, and also passes embedded audio and other ancillary data allowed by the SMPTE and ITU specifications. It features automatic input equalization up to 400 feet (120 m) for all SDI data rates and 200 feet (60 m) for HD-SDI data rates up to 3G-SDI video. The 3G HD-SDI is housed in a one-eighth rack width, metal enclosure, providing integration-friendly mounting options into both new and existing A/V systems. Automatically adapts to SMPTE and ITU digital video standards Supports SDI and HD-SDI signals at data rates up to 3G-SDI video Automatic input equalization: - SDI - up to 400 feet (120 m) on G59 - HD-SDI up to 200 feet (60 m) on G59 Automatic output reclocking Passes embedded audio, ancillary ID, and metadata information External universal power supply included, replacement part # G HD-SDI 101 Multi-ate SDI Cable Equalizer Extron Digital Design Guide

49 Distribution Amplifiers DA Two and Four Output Distribution Amplifiers The Extron DA2 and DA4 are distribution amplifiers with two or four outputs. Both models accept a single link signal and distribute identical signals to attached devices. They also provide DDC - Display Data Channel routing to the local output, allowing EDID - Extended Display Identification Data handshaking, which ensures proper video output and reliable display of material. These distribution amplifiers are ideal for any application where high resolution video signals need to be routed to multiple destinations, and a fully-digital signal path from source to destination is preferred. Supports single link -D signals up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 Automatic input cable equalization DDC routing to local output for EDID and HDCP Provides +5VDC, 250mA power on each output for external peripheral devices ack-mountable 1U, half rack width metal enclosure DA2 DA4 DA2 Two Output Distribution Amplifier DA4 Four Output Distribution Amplifier DA Plus Four, Six, and Eight Output Distribution Amplifiers The Extron DA Plus are distribution amplifiers with four, six, or eight outputs. Each model accepts one single link source and distributes equalized digital video signals to multiple devices. They are compatible with computer resolutions up to 60Hz, including HDTV 1080p/60. These DAs are ideal for environments where a fullydigital signal path from source to destination is preferred. All DA Plus models feature EDID Minder, which maintains continuous EDID - Extended Display Identification Data, communication with the attached source, and ensures that the source powers up properly and maintains proper video output even if the digital display device is off. Single link -D signal distribution Supports single link -D signals up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 EDID Minder Automatic input cable equalization Provides +5VDC, 250mA power on each output for external peripheral devices DA6 Plus DA8 Plus DA4 Plus DA4 Plus Four Output Distribution Amplifier DA6 Plus Six Output Distribution Amplifier DA8 Plus Eight Output Distribution Amplifier

50 Distribution Amplifiers MDA 4V HD-SDI Four Output HD-SDI Mini Distribution Amplifier The MDA 4V HD-SDI is a compact one input, four output distribution amplifier for SDI and multi-rate HD-SDI serial digital video signals up to 2.97 Gbps. It automatically recognizes and adapts to common serial digital video signals that comply with SMPTE and ITU standards, including SMPTE 259M, 292M, and 424M, and ITU-.BT601 and BT1120. The MDA 4V HD-SDI is ideal for use in broadcast and video production facilities, medical facilities, rental and staging, and other applications requiring a single serial digital video source to be sent to up to four displays at the same time. Automatically adapts to SMPTE and ITU digital video standards Supports data rates up to 3G-SDI video Passes embedded audio, ancillary ID and metadata information, and SD/HD-SDTI digital video signals Input rate presence LED indication Automatic input equalization: - SDI - up to 400 feet (120 m) on G59 - HD-SDI up to 200 feet (60 m) on G59 1U, one-quarter rack width metal enclosure External universal power supply included, replacement part # MDA 4V HD-SDI 1x4 High Definition - SDI FOX 4G DA8 Eight Output Fiber Optic Distribution Amplifier The Extron FOX 4G DA8 is an Eight Output Fiber Optic Distribution Amplifier for distribution and long haul transmission of incoming fiber optic A/V and S-232 control signals over a single fiber. It provides eight optical outputs for distribution to FOX Series fiber optic receivers, switchers, or matrix switchers, each via a single fiber link. Supporting rates up to 4.25 Gbps, the FOX 4G DA8 accepts and distributes standard definition video, high resolution computer-video, -D, and multirate SDI. It also features active optical signal splitting so that original transmitter power levels are maintained for all outputs. Designed specifically for A/V systems, the FOX 4G DA8 includes a host of integrator-friendly features such as S-232 control, rack-mount capability, and the ability to mute one or more outputs. High speed digital distribution up to 4.25 Gbps with pixel-for-pixel throughput up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 Distributes and extends fiber optic A/V and S-232 control signals very long distances over a single fiber Eight active and individually isolated outputs Output muting control Alarm notification for fiber link loss Available as an 850 nm multimode model for moderate-range transmissions, and a 1310 nm singlemode model for extreme distances up to 30 km (18.75 miles) S-232 serial control eal-time status LED indicators for troubleshooting and monitoring ack-mountable 1U, half rack width metal enclosure FOX 4G DA8 MM Multimode FOX 4G DA8 SM Singlemode Extron Digital Design Guide

51 Switchers SW Plus Series and Stereo Audio Switchers The Extron SW Plus Series are two, four, six, and eight input single link switchers, available with or without stereo audio switching. They are compatible with PC resolutions up to 1920x1200, and also support HDTV 1080p/60. To enhance and simplify integration, all models feature EDID Minder, an Extron exclusive technology that automatically manages the EDID information between the digital display device connected to the output and all the input sources. By maintaining continuous EDID communication with all sources, EDID Minder ensures that all sources power up properly and maintain their video outputs whether or not they are actively connected to the digital display device through the switcher s output. Single link -D switching Stereo audio switching Supports resolutions up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 EDID Minder Selectable cable equalization for each input Source signal presence indication Provides +5VDC, 250mA power on the output for external peripheral devices SW2 Plus Two Input Switcher SW4 Plus Four Input Switcher SW6 Plus Six Input Switcher SW8 Plus Eight Input Switcher SW2 A Plus Two Input Switcher w/stereo Audio SW4 A Plus Four Input Switcher w/stereo Audio SW6 A Plus Six Input Switcher w/stereo Audio SW8 A Plus Eight Input Switcher w/stereo Audio SW HDMI Two and Four Input HDMI Switchers The Extron SW2 HDMI and SW4 HDMI are two and four input HDMI switchers that allow multiple HDMI signals, including digital video, CEC signals, and embedded multi-channel digital audio to be switched to one compatible display. These switchers are compatible with all HDTV resolutions up to 1080p/60 and PC resolutions up to 1920x1200. To enhance and simplify integration, all models feature EDID Minder, an Extron exclusive technology that automatically manages the EDID information between the digital display device connected to the output and all the input sources. By maintaining continuous EDID communication with all sources, EDID Minder ensures that all HDMI sources power up properly and maintain their video outputs whether or not they are actively connected to the digital display device through the switcher's output. HDMI, CEC, and embedded multi-channel digital audio switching Supports HDTV 1080p/60 and resolutions up to 1920x1200 HDMI 1.3 compatible HDCP compliant EDID Minder Selectable cable equalization for each input Source signal presence indication SW2 HDMI SW4 HDMI SW2 HDMI Two Input HDMI Switcher SW4 HDMI Four Input HDMI Switcher

52 Switchers System 208 D Eight Input A/V Switcher with Integrated Device Control The Extron System 208 D is an eight input A/V system switcher designed to integrate both digital and analog sources. It works with optional TouchLink Touchpanels and SCP Secondary Control Panels to provide enhanced display and room control, and features Extron ProDSP with an extensive array of easy-to-use, digital audio processing tools for audio system set-up and fine-tuning. The System 208 D offers digital video switching with four HDCP-compliant, HDMI 1.3 inputs, as well as analog video switching with four universal inputs, including an Extron Universal MTP Twisted Pair input. It outputs HDMI twisted pair and analog MTP Twisted Pair signals to the included MTP/HDMI U receiver, providing a complete digital and analog video and audio switching system with integrated room control. Works with Extron TouchLink Touchpanels and MediaLink Controllers Accepts and switches multiple digital and analog video signal formats Four input HDMI 1.3 switching Four input analog universal video switching Transmits HDMI and analog video, plus audio and S-232 over CAT 5-type cables to included MTP/HDMI U Twisted Pair eceiver Universal display control via S-232, Ethernet, or I Four configurable relays for room control Two digital I/O ports S-232 serial control port IP Link Ethernet monitoring and control emote control capabilities with optional TouchLink Touchpanels, SCP 104 and SCP 226 Secondary Control Panels, and ICM I Control Modules Audio switching and output volume control ProDSP audio signal processing Available stereo power amplification with 25 watts rms per channel into 2/4 or 8 ohms, or mono 70 volt amplification with 50 watts rms output TLP 700TV Tabletop Touchpanel SCP 226 Controller TLP 700MV Wall-mount Touchpanel SCP 104 Controller TLP 350CV Cable Cubby Touchpanel System 208 D Standard Version System 208 D MA With 70 Volt Mono Power Amplifier System 208 D SA With Stereo Power Amplifier Extron Digital Design Guide

53 Switchers MLS 608 D Eight Input MediaLink Switcher with Audio The Extron MLS 608 D MediaLink Switcher is a simple-to-use, eight input, multi-format switcher designed to integrate digital and analog sources. All signals are transmitted over CAT 5-type cable to the included MTP/HDMI U eceiver. The MLS 608 D features Extron ProDSP digital audio processing, which provides an extensive array of easy-to-use tools for audio system set-up and fine-tuning. The MLS 608 D offers digital video switching with four HDCP-compliant, HDMI 1.3 inputs, and analog video switching with four universal inputs, including an Extron Universal MTP Twisted Pair input. It outputs HDMI twisted pair signals and analog MTP Twisted Pair to the included MTP/HDMI U receiver, providing a complete digital and analog video and audio switching system. Accepts and switches multiple digital and analog video signal formats Four input HDMI 1.3 switching Four input analog universal video switching Controllable via MLC - MediaLink Controller, front panel buttons, or S-232 Transmits HDMI and analog video, plus audio and S-232 over CAT 5-type cables to the included MTP/HDMI U Twisted Pair eceiver ProDSP audio signal processing Available stereo power amplification with 25 watts rms per channel into 2/4 or 8 ohms, or mono 70 volt amplification with 50 watts rms output MLS 608 D Eight Input MediaLink Switcher MLS 608 D MA MediaLink Switcher w/ Mono Audio Amp MLS 608 D SA MediaLink Switcher w/ Stereo Audio Amp

54 Switchers SW4 3G HD-SDI Four Input Multi-rate SDI Switcher The Extron SW4 3G HD-SDI is a multi-rate SDI digital video switcher. It is a convenient and economical solution for switching up to four HD-SDI signals as well as embedded audio, ancillary ID and metadata information. The switcher automatically recognizes and adapts to common SMPTE and ITU serial digital data rates, including 270 Mbps SDI, Gbps HD-SDI, and 2.97 Gbps 3G-SDI. The switcher is housed in a compact, 1U high, half-rack width metal enclosure that is suitable for rack mounted or mobile applications. The SW4 3G HD-SDI is ideal for applications where multi-rate HD-SDI digital video signals must be switched and then sent over long cable runs. Automatically adapts to SMPTE and ITU digital video standards Supports data rates up to 3G-SDI Passes embedded audio, ancillary ID and metadata information Input data rate reporting Automatic input equalization Automatic output reclocking Auto-input switching Internal universal power supply SW4 3G HD-SDI Four Input Multi-ate SDI Switcher FOX 4G SW8 Eight Input Fiber Optic Switcher The Extron FOX 4G SW8 is an Eight Input Fiber Optic Switcher for switching and long haul transmission of incoming fiber optic A/V and S-232 control signals over a single fiber. It provides eight optical inputs and one optical output for long distance connectivity to FOX Series fiber optic transmitters, receivers, distribution amplifiers, or matrix switchers, each via a single fiber link. Supporting rates up to 4.25 Gbps, the FOX 4G SW8 accepts and switches standard definition video, high resolution computervideo, -D, and multi-rate SDI. Designed specifically for A/V systems, the FOX 4G SW8 includes a host of integrator-friendly features such as S-232 control, rack-mount capability, the ability to mute the output, and input loopthrough for seven of the eight inputs. High speed digital switching up to 4.25 Gbps with pixel-for-pixel throughput up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 Switches and extends fiber optic A/V and S-232 control signals very long distances over a single fiber Eight optical inputs with loop-throughs Output muting control Alarm notification for fiber link loss Available as an 850 nm multimode model for moderate-range transmissions, and a 1310 nm singlemode model for extreme distances up to 30 km (18.75 miles) FOX 4G SW8 MM Multimode FOX 4G SW8 SM Singlemode Extron Digital Design Guide

55 Matrix Switchers DXP Pro Series HDCP-Compliant Matrix Switchers The Extron DXP Pro Series are high performance, digital matrix switchers that route single link -D signals from multiple sources to any or all of up to eight equipped display devices. All matrix switchers in the DXP Pro Series support resolutions up to 1920x1200 and HDTV 1080p/60, and are HDCP compliant, enabling simultaneous distribution of a single source signal to one or more compliant displays. Available in sizes of 4x4, 4x8, 8x4, and 8x8, the DXP Pro Series is designed for ease of integration in applications that require reliable signal routing. They include several convenience features common to Extron matrix switchers such as the QS-FPC - QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller, global presets, IP Link Ethernet control, and more. Available in 4x4, 4x8, 8x4, and 8x8 I/O sizes HDCP compliant EDID Minder DXP 88 Pro Automatic cable equalization for each input to 100 feet (30 meters) at 1920x1200 Automatic output reclocking Provides +5VDC, 250mA power on the outputs for external peripheral devices Fully supports HDMI 1.3 signals when used with optional Extron HDMI- adapters IP Link Ethernet control S-232 and S-422 serial control port ack-mountable 2U, full rack width metal enclosure DXP 44 Pro 4x4 Matrix Switcher DXP 48 Pro 4x8 Matrix Switcher DXP 84 Pro 8x4 Matrix Switcher DXP 88 Pro 8x8 Matrix Switcher DXP HDMI Series HDMI Matrix Switchers The Extron DXP HDMI Series are high performance, digital matrix switchers that route HDMI signals from multiple sources to any or all of up to eight HDMI-equipped display devices. These HDMI 1.3 compatible matrix switchers support resolutions up to 1920x1200 and HDTV 1080p/60, and are HDCP compliant, enabling simultaneous distribution of a single source signal to one or more compliant displays. Available in sizes of 4x4, 4x8, 8x4, and 8x8, the DXP HDMI Series is designed for ease of integration in applications that require reliable HDMI signal routing. They include several convenience features common to Extron matrix switchers such as the QS-FPC - QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller, global presets, IP Link Ethernet control, and more. Available in 4x4, 4x8, 8x4, and 8x8 I/O sizes HDMI 1.3 compatible HDCP compliant DXP 88 HDMI EDID Minder Automatic cable equalization for each input to 100 feet (30 meters) at 1920x1200 Automatic output reclocking Provides +5VDC, 250mA power on the HDMI outputs for external peripheral devices IP Link Ethernet control S-232 and S-422 serial control port ack-mountable 2U, full rack width metal enclosure DXP 44 HDMI 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher DXP 48 HDMI 4x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher DXP 84 HDMI 8x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher DXP 88 HDMI 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher

56 Matrix Switchers SMX System MultiMatrix Modular Multi-Plane Matrix Switcher The SMX System MultiMatrix Series of multiplane matrix switchers combines multiple, independent analog and digital matrix switchers in a truly modular, field-configurable frame. SMX frames are available in sizes up to 5U, capable of supporting up to 10 separate matrix boards which can be switched independently or simultaneously, all under a single point of control. The SMX combines the proven reliability and high performance of Extron s popular CrossPoint, MAV Plus, HDXP Plus, and MVX Series matrix switchers with the efficiency of a modular matrix switcher design. The SMX System is an ideal choice for medical imaging systems, conference and training facilities, and other mid-sized applications that require the switching of different signal types and a costeffective upgrade path for ongoing I/O or signal format changes. SMX 300 frame populated with: - SMX 1616 A - SMX 88 V - SMX 44 HDMI - SMX 1616 FOX 4G MM Choice of 2U, 3U, 4U, or 5U frames Choose from analog, wideband, digital, and stereo audio matrix boards Single point of control for up to 10 separate switching planes Hot-swappable matrix board slots allow installation and replacement of matrix boards in three easy steps Field re-configurable and updateable 10 presets per switching plane edundant Power Supply - On specific models SMX 200 Frame 2U/4-Slot SMX 300 Frame 3U/6-Slot SMX 400 Frame 4U/8-Slot SMX 500 Frame 5U/10-Slot SMX 200 Frame SMX Series Matrix Switcher Boards The SMX Matrix Switcher Boards are designed for routing single link -D video signals to one or more displays. SMX matrix boards provide +5 VDC, 250 ma of power on each output for external peripheral devices. For installation convenience and flexibility in cable selection, the boards are equipped with -I connectors for inputs and outputs. They are available in four I/O sizes: 4x4, 4x8, 8x4, and 8x8. Single-link -D data rates to 165 MHz Supports computer-video to 1920x1200, HDTV to 1080p EDID Minder Provides +5VDC, 250mA power on each output for external peripheral devices Input cable equalization to 100' (30 m) at 1920x1200 SMX 44 4x4 ; 1 Slot SMX 48 4x8 ; 2 Slots SMX 84 8x4 ; 2 Slots SMX 88 8x8 ; 2 Slots SMX 44 Board SMX 48 Board SMX 84 Board SMX 88 Board 54 Extron Digital Design Guide

57 Matrix Switchers SMX Pro Series HDCP-Compliant -D Matrix Switcher Boards The SMX Pro Series Matrix Switcher Boards are designed for routing single link -D video signals with HDCP Highbandwidth Digital Content Protection. These HDCP-compliant matrix boards support computer video to 1920x1200 and HDTV to 1080p, and enable the routing of content from Blu-ray Disc players and other contentprotected sources to one or more displays. SMX Pro matrix boards provide +5 VDC, 250 ma of power on each output for external peripheral devices. For installation convenience and flexibility in cable selection, the boards are equipped with -I connectors for inputs and outputs. They are available in four I/O sizes: 4x4, 4x8, 8x4, and 8x8. HDCP compliant Single-link -D data rates to 225 MHz Also switches HDMI 1.3 compatible signals Supports computer-video to 1920x1200, HDTV to 1080p EDID Minder Provides +5VDC, 250mA power on each output for external peripheral devices Input cable equalization to 100' (30 m) at 1920x1200 SMX 44 Pro 4x4 w/hdcp; 1 Slot SMX 48 Pro 4x8 w/hdcp; 2 Slots SMX 84 Pro 8x4 w/hdcp; 2 Slots SMX 88 Pro 8x8 w/hdcp; 2 Slots SMX 44 Pro Board SMX 48 Pro Board SMX 84 Pro Board SMX 88 Pro Board SMX HDMI Series HDMI Matrix Switcher Boards The SMX HDMI Series Matrix Switcher Boards are designed for routing HDMI video signals with HDCP - High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection. They support computer video to 1920x1200 and HDTV to 1080p as well as embedded audio and control signals, and enable the routing of content from Blu-ray Disc players and other content-protected sources to one or more displays. SMX HDMI matrix boards provide +5 VDC, 250 ma of power on each output for external peripheral devices. They are available in four I/O sizes: 4x4, 4x8, 8x4, and 8x8. HDCP compliant HDMI 1.3 compatible Supports computer-video to 1920x1200, HDTV to 1080p EDID Minder Provides +5VDC, 250mA power on each output for external peripheral devices Input cable equalization to 100' (30 m) at 1920x1200 Automatic output reclocking SMX 44 HDMI Board SMX 48 HDMI Board SMX 84 HDMI Board SMX 88 HDMI Board SMX 44 HDMI 4x4 HDMI; 1 Slot SMX 48 HDMI 4x8 HDMI; 2 Slots SMX 84 HDMI 8x4 HDMI; 2 Slots SMX 88 HDMI 8x8 HDMI; 2 Slots SMX Multi-ate SDI Series Multi-ate Serial Digital Matrix Switcher Boards The SMX Multi-ate Serial Digital Matrix Switcher Boards are designed for routing multi-rate SDI and HD-SDI serial digital video signals from 19 Mbps to 2.97 Gbps. Two SMX Multi-ate Serial Digital Matrix Switcher Boards can be used to switch SMPTE 372M dual-link HD-SDI digital video signals. They are available in four I/O sizes: 4x4, 8x4, 8x8, and 16x16. Automatically adapts to SMPTE and ITU digital video standards for 3G-SDI, HD-SDI and SDI Data rates from 143 Mbps to 2.97 Gbps Optimized for SMPTE 372M dual-link HD-SDI Passes embedded audio, ancillary ID and metadata information, and SD/HD-SDTI digital video signals SMX 44 HD-SDI Board SMX 84 HD-SDI Board SMX 88 HD-SDI Board SMX 44 HD-SDI 4x4 Multi-ate SDI; 1 Slot SMX 84 HD-SDI 8x4 Multi-ate SDI; 1 Slot SMX 88 HD-SDI 8x8 Multi-ate SDI; 1 Slot SMX 1616 HD-SDI 16x16 Multi-ate SDI; 2 Slots SMX 1616 HD-SDI Board 55

58 Matrix Switchers HDXP Plus Series Multi-ate Serial Digital Matrix Switchers The HDXP Plus Series are multi-rate, serial digital matrix switchers that comply with SMPTE and ITU standards for serial digital video signals from 143 Mbps to 2.97 Gbps. They are capable of routing SDI, single link and dual link HD-SDI, and 3G-SDI digital video signals. In addition, the HDXP Plus Series will pass embedded audio, as well as ancillary ID and metadata information, along with the digital video signal. The HDXP Plus Series are ideal for routing HDTV and other high resolution digital video sources for digital cinema projection, bio-medical imaging, satellite mapping and visualization, rental and staging environments, and other applications. Automatically adapts to SMPTE and ITU digital video standards for 3G-SDI, HD-SDI and SDI Data rates from 143 Mbps to 2.97 Gbps HDXP Plus 3216 Optimized for dual-link HD-SDI Passes embedded audio, ancillary ID and metadata information, and SD/HD-SDTI digital video signals Input equalization Output reclocking User-selectable reclocking modes Input preview mode with dedicated output I/O grouping IP Link Ethernet control S-232 and S-422 serial control port HDXP Plus x16 Multi-ate Digital Matrix Switcher HDXP Plus x16 Multi-ate Digital Matrix Switcher HDXP Plus x32 Multi-ate Digital Matrix Switcher FOX 4G Matrix 3200 Modular Fiber Optic Matrix Switcher from 8x8 to 32x32 The Extron FOX 4G Matrix 3200 is a high performance, modular fiber optic matrix switcher for complete, end-to-end digital A/V signal transmission and routing over fiber optic cable. The FOX 4G Matrix 3200 is expandable in sizes from 8x8 up to 32x32, and is fully compatible with the FOX Series of fiber optic transmitters and receivers. Supporting rates up to 4.25 Gbps, it accepts and routes standard definition video, high resolution computervideo, -D, and multi-rate SDI. Equipped with the integration-friendly features common to Extron matrix switchers, together with hot-swappable I/O boards and fan, real-time system monitoring, and redundant, hotswappable power supplies, the FOX 4G Matrix 3200 delivers highly reliable, enterprise-wide switching of fiber optic A/V and control signals for any mission-critical environment. I/O sizes from 8x8 to 32x32 High speed digital switching up to 4.25 Gbps Multimode and singlemode I/O boards available Multi-rate SDI I/O board available Modular, field-upgradeable and hot-swappable design Status LED indicators for fiber link status Industry standard LC connectors provide reliable physical connectivity and precise fiber core alignment QS-FPC - QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller with tri-color backlit buttons IP Link Ethernet monitoring and control S-232 and S-422 serial control port ack-mountable 4U, full rack width metal enclosure FOX 4G Matrix 3200 FOX 4G Matrix 3200 Frame FOX 4G Matrix Boards FOX 4G I/O 88 MM 8x8 I/O Board - Multimode FOX 4G I/O 88 SM 8x8 I/O Board - Singlemode FOX 4G I/O 88 HD-SDI 8x8 I/O Board - Multi-ate SDI Extron Digital Design Guide

59 Matrix Switchers DCX 1600 Modular Digital Matrix Switcher for and HDMI The Extron DCX 1600 represents a new concept in digital matrix switching for and HDMI. It combines the simplicity and reliability of a fixed I/O matrix switcher with the convenience and flexibility of a modular matrix switcher. The compact, 3U enclosure accepts any combination of or HDMI matrix boards. Available 4-port and 8-port input and output boards can be used separately or together to provide 16 I/O size combinations for full system customization from 4x4 to 16x16. Input and output cards are HDCP compliant and can be mixed-and-matched for fully-interchangeable switching between HDMI and sources and displays. The DCX 1600 is ideal for a wide range of applications that require routing of high-resolution digital video signals, with or without copy protection. High speed digital switching up to 225 MHz Modular, fieldupgradeable design Mix and match and HDMI input and output boards HDCP-compliant and HDMI input and output boards EDID Minder HDMI 1.3 compatible Automatic input cable equalization Automatic output reclocking DCX 1600 Frame 3U, 4-Slot Matrix Switcher Frame DCX Input Boards DCX 4i Pro 4-Input HDCP-Compliant DCX 4i HDMI 4-Input HDCP-Compliant HDMI DCX 8i Pro 8-Input HDCP-Compliant DCX 8i HDMI 8-Input HDCP-Compliant HDMI DCX Output Boards DCX 4o Pro 4-Output HDCP-Compliant DCX 4o HDMI 4-Output HDCP-Compliant HDMI DCX 8o Pro 8-Output HDCP-Compliant DCX 8o HDMI 8-Output HDCP-Compliant HDMI ISM 824 Modular Integration Scaling MultiSwitcher The Extron ISM 824 MultiSwitcher is a unique modular matrix switcher that allows for simultaneous video and GB scaling plus wideband switching in a single, compact enclosure. It combines the powerful signal routing capabilities of an eight input, eight output, wideband matrix switcher with the versatility of four customizable outputs. The ISM 824 can be equipped with any of the eight available output boards for initial project requirements, and then upgraded at any time in the future with additional boards as system needs evolve and expand. It is ideal for applications such as boardrooms, auditoriums, and classrooms that require high-performance signal routing with flexible, on-board signal processing. Unique modular matrix switcher that allows for simultaneous video and GB scaling plus wideband switching in a single, compact enclosure Eight available output board options: - Universal GB and Video scalers -, HD-SDI, - or Analog GB output - Video scaler - Scan converter - MTP Twisted Pair - Single output wideband - Dual output wideband IP Link Ethernet monitoring and control S-232 and S-422 serial control port ISM 824 Modular Scaling MultiSwitcher Output Boards ISM -D Output Board for ISM ISM HDSDI HD-SDI Output Board for ISM ISM Output Board ISM HDSDI Output Board 57

60 Signal Conversion DVS 304 Four Input Video and GB Scaler The Extron DVS 304 is a Video and GB Scaler incorporating advanced scaling technology from Extron as well as a host of flexible, convenient, integrator-friendly features. This high performance scaler is designed to satisfy the requirements of today s high quality, high resolution video presentations using the latest displays, and at the same time facilitate the process of system integration. The DVS 304 offers high performance video processing with selectable output rates up to 1920x1200 and HDTV 1080p, as well as simultaneous and analog GB or component video outputs. It is ideal for a wide range of A/V environments including boardrooms, conference rooms, educational institutions, houses of worship, and event and staging applications. GB, HDTV, and video scaling 68 selectable output rates from 640x480 to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 Simultaneous and analog GB or component video outputs EDID Minder Auto Input Format Detection IP Link Ethernet control Auto-Image setup On-screen display DVS 304 Standard Version DVS 304 A With Audio Switching DVS 304 D With SDI Input DVS 304 AD With SDI Input and Audio Switching GB- 300 GB to Scaler The Extron GB- 300 is a high performance GB to scaler that converts incoming analog component video and GBHV signals to -D signals. It accepts HDTV and high resolution computer-video signals up to 1920x1200, and offers multiple output rates up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60. The GB- 300 is housed in a compact, low-profile enclosure for placement behind flatpanel displays, and offers several features for streamlining integration and enhancing system operation, including Auto Input Memory, Auto- Image setup, and S-232 serial control. GB and HDTV component video to scaling 80 selectable output rates up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 Auto-Image setup Auto Input Memory Picture controls for brightness, contrast, detail, horizontal and vertical positioning, sizing, and zoom On-screen display S-232 serial control port Internal test patterns for calibration and setup GB- 300 GB to Scaler GB-HDMI 300 GB to HDMI Scaler The Extron GB-HDMI 300 is a high performance GB to HDMI scaler that converts incoming analog component video and GBHV signals to HDMI signals. It accepts HDTV and high resolution computer-video signals up to 1920x1200, and offers multiple output rates up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60. The GB-HDMI 300 is housed in a compact, low-profile enclosure for placement behind flatpanel displays, and offers several features for streamlining integration and enhancing system operation, including Auto Input Memory, Auto- Image setup, and S-232 serial control. GB and HDTV component video to HDMI scaling 80 selectable output rates up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 Auto-Image setup Auto Input Memory Picture controls for brightness, contrast, detail, horizontal and vertical positioning, sizing, and zoom On-screen display S-232 serial control port Internal test patterns for calibration and setup GB-HDMI 300 GB to HDMI Scaler Extron Digital Design Guide

61 Signal Conversion IN1508 Eight Input Scaling Presentation Switcher with PIP The Extron IN1508 is an eight input, A/V presentation switcher that accepts and scales a wide range of video signals to a common, high resolution output rate. It can accommodate two composite video, two S-video, one standard or high definition component video, one -D, and two GB computer-video sources. Eight input stereo audio switching is also provided with independent gain and attenuation control. The ability to accept multiple inputs of varying formats along with many other convenient and useful features make the IN1508 a true presentation switcher that is an ideal centerpiece for mid-sized A/V systems. Integrates video, HDTV, -D, and computervideo sources into presentation systems with audio switching GB, HDTV, and video scaling PIP - picture-in-picture mode Seamless switching On-screen display 35 output rates from 640x480 to 1600x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 Audio switching with input gain and attenuation I remote control S-232 serial control port IN1508 Scaling Presentation Switcher with PIP GB 150 to Analog GB Video Interface The Extron -GB 150 converts single link -D signals to analog GB signals for convenient integration of digital video sources into conventional analog A/V systems. It is compatible with high resolution computer-video signals up to UXGA (1600x1200) and HDTV up to 1080p/60. Converts single link -D to analog GB video Compatible with 28 rates including UXGA (1600x1200) and HDTV 1080p/60 Variable level and peaking controls for analog GB output Buffered local monitor -D output EDID emulation mode DDC routing to local output for EDID and HDCP GBHV, GBS, or GsB output -GB 150 to GB Video

62 Signal Conversion MGP 462xi Two Window Multi-Graphic Processor The Extron MGP 462xi Two Window Multi- Graphic Processor is a powerful, high resolution graphics processor that enables the simultaneous display of two images on a single screen. It is ideal for applications demanding critical quality graphics and video presentations, including command and control centers, videoconferencing, medical facilities, courtrooms, and boardrooms. The MGP 462xi combines high performance graphics scaling with flexible and customizable picture-in-picture functionality. Combines video, HDTV, and high resolution GB input sources into two windows on a single display GB, HDTV component video, and output 76 selectable output rates from 640x480 to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 Graphic Still Store enables use of screen captures or uploaded graphics as background images Live video background from a dedicated source Window transition effects including dissolves, wipes, and cuts MGP 462xi DI Two Windows, With 4 Inputs MGP 464 Four Window Multi-Graphic Processor The Extron MGP 464 Four Window Multi- Graphic Processor is a powerful, high resolution graphics processor that enables the simultaneous display of four images on a single screen. It is ideal for applications demanding critical quality graphics and video presentations, including command and control centers, videoconferencing, medical facilities, courtrooms, and boardrooms. The MGP 464 combines high performance graphics scaling with flexible and customizable picture-in-picture functionality. Combines video, HDTV, and high resolution GB input sources into four windows on a single display GB, HDTV component video, and output 76 selectable output rates from 640x480 to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 Graphic Still Store enables use of screen captures or uploaded graphics as background images Live video background from a dedicated source Window transition effects including dissolves, wipes, and cuts Virtual video inputs allow wide-ranging combinations of composite video, S-video, and component video sources True 19x4 input matrix switcher Auto-Image setup 128 memory presets for PIP window configurations 3:2 NTSC and 2:2 PAL pulldown detection Internal test patterns for calibration and set-up IP Link Ethernet monitoring and control S-232 and S-422 serial control port MGP 464 DI Four Windows, With 4 Inputs Extron Digital Design Guide

63 Signal Conversion ISS 506 Six Input Seamless Switcher The Extron ISS 506 is a six input seamless switcher that accepts a wide variety of video signals including GB computer-video, HDTV and standard definition video. It combines truly seamless, glitch-free switching with advanced scaling technologies to meet the requirements of high quality, high resolution video presentations. With presentation-enhancing features such as independent Preview and Program outputs, numerous switching transition effects, logo insertion, title keying, internal test patterns, and multiple control methods, the ISS 506 is designed to deliver advanced capabilities to high-end presentation environments. Preview and Program output capability Scales composite, S-video, component, GBHV, and HDTV signals Multiple wipe, dissolve, or cut effects Multiple logo insertion PIP - picture-in-picture Title keying Dynamic Image Capture Audio switching transitions User selectable output rates from 640x480 to 1600x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 Auto-Image setup IP Link Ethernet monitoring and control Internal test patterns for calibration and set-up 16 auto-memory presets per input Aspect ratio conversion Picture controls including color, tint, brightness, contrast, detail, zoom, size, and position Accepts balanced and unbalanced audio signals Audio breakaway enables independent audio and video switching 3:2 NTSC and 2:2 PAL pulldown detection S-232/S-422 serial control port ISS 506 DI/ SDI/HD-SDI Input, -D Output USP 507 Universal Signal Processor The Extron USP 507 is a high performance Universal Signal Processor, an all-in-one scaler, video transcoder, and digital-to-analog video converter. It also provides analog-to-digital video capability as an option. A seven input switcher supports all common analog and digital video formats, from composite video to high resolution, GBHV and optional SDI/ HD-SDI. The USP 507 features advanced video processing that automatically detects the input video format and applies high performance scaling. GBHV and Extron MTP Twisted Pair outputs are standard, with available output boards for, HD-SDI, or scan-converted video. The USP 507 is ideal for applications that require universal compatibility to accept any input video format and produce high quality video for display, including live events, law enforcement, medicine, and telepresence. All-in-one scaler, video transcoder, and digital-toanalog video converter with optional analog-todigital video and scan conversion Integrated seven-input presentation switcher Auto Input Format Detection GB, HDTV, and video scaling Optional SDI/HD-SDI input Extron MTP Twisted Pair output Optional, HD-SDI, or scan-converted output 81 output rates from 640x480 to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 Auto Input Memory Glitch-free switching IP Link Ethernet control S-232 serial control port S-232 pass-through control for Extron audio switchers USP 507 DI/ SDI/HD-SDI Input, -D Output

64 Signal Conversion Annotator Annotation Graphics Processor The Extron Annotator is a high performance, hardware-based annotation processor for video and computer-video sources. It allows the presenter to draw, point, or add text to electronic presentation materials using a touchscreen and/or a keyboard and mouse. The Annotator supports all common analog and digital video and data formats, from composite video to high resolution, GBHV and optional SDI/HD-SDI. Input video is scaled and made available in a variety of output formats, including analog GBHV and Extron MTP Twisted Pair, as well as optional, HD-SDI, or scan-converted video. The Annotator is ideal for applications that require the overlay of graphics and text within A/V presentations, including schools, law enforcement, medicine, telepresence, and live events. eal time annotations over high resolution PC and video graphics Configurable Preview and Program outputs Hardware-based graphics and video processing Intuitive graphical user interface Integrated seven-input presentation switcher GB, HDTV, and video scaling Compatible with popular touchscreen displays Four simultaneous annotated video outputs Extron MTP Twisted Pair output Optional, HD-SDI, or scan-converted output 81 output rates from 640x480 to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 Select and preview annotation tools from the intuitive on-screen GUI. See the Annotator in action Annotator DI/ SDI/HD-SDI Input, -D Output Annotator DI/HDSDI SDI/HD-SDI Input and HD-SDI Output Extron Digital Design Guide

65 Test & Measurement EDID 101D & EDID 101V EDID Emulators for & VGA The Extron EDID 101D and EDID 101V are EDID Emulators featuring EDID Minder, an Extron exclusive technology designed to provide constant and continuous EDID - Extended Display Identification Data management with or VGA source devices. EDID Minder ensures that the source powers up properly and reliably outputs content. Pre-stored EDID is communicated to the source based on a user-selected resolution and refresh rate. Alternatively, the EDID emulators can be set to capture and store EDID information when connected to a display. The EDID 101V is for use with VGA sources, while the EDID 101D supports single link and dual link, as well as analog GBHV. Both models are housed in compact 1" high, oneeighth rack width enclosures for convenient, discreet installation. EDID Minder Selectable resolutions and refresh rates EDID capture mode emote power capability 1" (2.5 cm) high, one-eighth rack width metal enclosure EDID 101D EDID 101D EDID Emulator for EDID 101V EDID Emulator for VGA EDID 101V VTG 400 Programmable Video and Audio Test Generator with Output The Extron VTG 400 is an advanced, programmable, and upgradeable Video and Audio Test Generator that delivers accurate, full bandwidth video signal reproduction and high performance audio test signals. This test generator is a professional quality reference tool for set-up, performance evaluation, calibration, and troubleshooting audio and video systems., GBHV, component video, S-video, and composite video output LCD displays native resolution of the device when new EDID data is received 34 video test patterns Seven audio test signals 113 selectable output rates, including high resolution computer-video, HDTV, and NTSC/ PAL video Patented Scope-Trigger expedites signal/ system troubleshooting when using an oscilloscope VTG 400 Test Generator with Output

66 Cables & Adapters D SL Pro Single Link -D Male to Male Cables The Extron D SL Pro cable assemblies are engineered to support the high resolution demands of single link -D signals. Extron superior quality and high performance D SL Pro cables are designed using 24 AWG copper wire to enable transmission of resolutions up to 60Hz. Cable lengths longer than 12 feet are constructed with 22 AWG copper wire for optimal performance. When used with the Extron 101 Cable Equalizer, the longer length cables of 75 to 200 feet offer an ideal solution for extending single link -D signals up to 60Hz. They can be used for direct connection between single link -D equipped source and destination devices. The D SL Pro assemblies are available in lengths from 3' up to 200' and will serve as direct replacements to current offerings. High performance single link cables 24 and 22 AWG copper wire construction 1080p/60 verified NEC CL2 rated, non-plenum cable Gold plated contacts -D Male -D Male D SL Pro/3 3' (90 cm) D SL Pro/6 6' (1.8 m) D SL Pro/12 12' (3.6 m) D SL Pro/25 25' (7.6 m) D SL Pro/35 35' (10.6 m) D SL Pro/50 50' (15.2 m) D SL Pro/75 75' (22.8 m) D SL Pro/ ' (30.4 m) D SL Pro/ ' (38 m) D SL Pro/ ' (45.72 m) D SL Pro/ ' (53.2 m) D SL Pro/ ' (60.96 m) IN9700 Single Link -D Male to Male Long Distance Extension Cables The Extron IN9700 Series are high performance cables that have been specifically designed to carry digital video signals. These cables are ideal for connecting computers with digital video ports to flat panel displays, data projectors, plasma displays, and other display devices that feature digital video ports. Superior performance -D single link cable Transmits high bandwidth, pure digital signal from source to display Ideal for connecting computers, HDTV receivers & DVD players to digital displays 1080p/60 verified For short cable runs of 3 to 12 feet (90 cm to 3.6 m), use the Extron D SL Pro cables IN9700/6 6' (1.8 m) IN9700/25 25' (7.6 m) IN9700/35 35' (10.6 m) IN9700/50 50' (15.2 m) IN9700/75 75' (22.8 m) D Male -D Male 64 Extron Digital Design Guide

67 Cables & Adapters D DL Pro Dual Link -D Male to Male Cables Extron D DL Pro cable assemblies are engineered to carry dual link -D signals longer distances. Extron superior quality and high performance D DL Pro cables are designed using 24 AWG copper wire to enable transmission of resolutions up to 60Hz. Cable lengths longer than 12 feet are constructed with 22 AWG copper wire for optimal performance. When used with the Extron DL 101 Cable Equalizer, cables longer than 25 feet enable transmission of dual link -D signals up to 60Hz. They can be used for direct connection between dual link -D equipped source and destination devices. The D DL Pro cable assemblies are available in lengths from 3' up to 200'. High performance dual link cables specifically designed for ultra high resolution digital video signals 24 and 22 AWG copper wire construction Supports dual link -D signals up to 60Hz, including HDTV 1080p NEC CL2 rated, non-plenum cable Gold plated contacts D DL Male D DL Male D DL Pro/3 3' (90 cm) D DL Pro/6 6' (1.8 m) D DL Pro/12 12' (3.6 m) D DL Pro/25 25' (7.6 m) D DL Pro/35 35' (10.6 m) D DL Pro/50 50' (15.2 m) D DL Pro/75 75' (22.8 m) D DL Pro/ ' (30.4 m) D DL Pro/ ' (38 m) D DL Pro/ ' (45.72 m) D DL Pro/ ' (53.2 m) D DL Pro/ ' (60.96 m) HDMI M-M Pro High Performance HDMI Male to Male Cables The Extron HDMI M-M Pro Series cables are designed to carry uncompressed HDTV or computer video signals, as well as multichannel digital audio and control signals. These cable assemblies support HDMI 1.3 and pass all embedded components, such as digital audio and CEC - Consumer Electronics Control information. Superior performance HDMI cables for high definition digital video, CEC and DDC signals Cable lengths up to 12 feet support - HDMI 1.3 Category 2, supports data rates up to 10.2 Gbps - Higher refresh rates, accommodating up to 120 Hz - HDMI 1.3 Deep Color up to 48 bits p and 60 Hz Cable lengths above 12 feet support: p and 60 Hz up to 75 feet without cable equalizer p and 60 Hz up to 200 feet with HDMI 101 cable equalizer - HDMI 1.3 Category 2, supports data rates up to 1.65 Gbps - Full HDMI 1.3 Category 2, supports data rates up to 10.2 Gbps with a HDMI 1.3 Category 2, 10.2 Gbps rated cable equalizer HDMI Male HDMI Male HDMI M-M Pro/3 3' (90 cm) HDMI M-M Pro/6 6' (1.8 m) HDMI M-M Pro/12 12' (3.6 m) HDMI M-M Pro/25 25' (7.6 m) HDMI M-M Pro/35 35' (10.6 m) HDMI M-M Pro/50 50' (15.2 m) HDMI M-M Pro/75 75' (22.8 m) HDMI M-M Pro/ ' (30.4 m) HDMI M-M Pro/ ' (38 m) HDMI M-M Pro/ ' (45.72 m) HDMI M-M Pro/ ' (53.2 m) HDMI M-M Pro/ ' (60.96 m)

68 Cables & Adapters DisplayPort M-M DP Male to DP Male Cables Extron DisplayPort M-M cable assemblies are designed to provide and maintain the digital connection between DisplayPort enabled devices while supporting the 1.1a standard. Extron DisplayPort cables ensure flawless transmission for the high resolution demands of DP enabled devices. These cable assemblies are available in four cable lengths of 3' (90 cm), 6' (1.8 m), 12' (2.6 m) and 25' (7.6 m) and provide latching connectors to provide a secure connection. DisplayPort is a royaltyfree, digital audio/video interconnect and digital interface for computers and display devices. It provides an interface suited for a wide range of applications requiring increased performance, including higher video resolutions, refresh rates, and color depths. DisplayPort 1.1a compliant Supports video and audio bandwidth up to 10.8 Gpbs Latching DP connector 1080p/1920x1200 verified NEC CL2 rated, non-plenum cable DP Male DP Male DisplayPort M-M/3 3' (90 cm) DisplayPort M-M/6 6' (1.8 m) DisplayPort M-M/12 12' (3.6 m) DisplayPort M-M/25 25' (7.6 m) AM-VGAF -A Male to VGA Female Adapter -A Male to VGA Female Adapter VGA Female High quality adapter Provides connectivity solutions between digital sources and various display devices AM-VGAF -A Male to 15-pin HD Female Adapter AM-VGAF -A Male to 15-pin HD Female Cable The Extron AM-VGAF is a -A male to 15-pin HD female 6" (15 cm) cable to connect HDTV receivers, graphics cards, and digital displays with -I connectors into analog GBHV A/V systems. The -A male to VGA female cable supports high resolution GBHV and HDTV video signals. The Extron AM-VGAF is terminated with a -A male connector to interface with the analog contacts of the -I connector on one end and 15-pin HD female connector on the other end. -A male to 15-pin HD female cable Connects a -I device into analog GBHV A/V systems 6" (15 cm) long AM-VGAF 6" (15 cm) A Male 66 Extron Digital Design Guide

69 Cables & Adapters AF-VGAM -A Female to VGA Male Adapter Extron offers a variety of -A and -I adapters to connect HDTV receivers, graphics cards, and digital displays with connectors into analog GBHV A/V systems. Also available is a -I female to -D male adapter. VGA Male High quality adapter Provides connectivity solutions between digital sources and various display devices AF-VGAM -A Female to 15-pin HD Male Adapter AM-VGAM -A Male to VGA Male Adapter The Extron AM-VGAM is a high quality 6' 5" (2.0 m) -A male to 15-pin HD male adapter. High quality adapter Provides connectivity solutions between digital sources and various display devices AM-VGAM/6.5 -A Male - 15-pin HD Male 6.5 (2.0 m) IF-DM -I Female to -D Male Adapter -I female to -D male adapter -I Female High quality adapter Provides connectivity solutions between digital sources and various display devices IF-DM -I Female to -D Male Adapter

70 Cables & Adapters IM-VGAF/IF -I Male to 15-pin HD Female and -I Female Y Adapter The Extron IM-VGAF/IF is a -I male to 15-pin HD female and -I female Y adapter designed for connecting HDTV receivers and graphics cards to both digital displays with digital -I inputs and analog GBHV A/V systems. The -I male to VGA female and -I female Y adapter supports high resolution GBHV and HDTV video signals. The IM-VGAF/IF is terminated with a -I male connector with the analog contacts terminated to the 15-pin HD female connector and the digital contacts terminated to the -I female connector (analog signal is not supported to this connector). -I male to VGA female and -I female Y adapter Connects a -I source to an analog GBHV display and a -I display simultaneously Analog signals routed to VGA female only Digital signals routed to -I female only 12" (30 cm) long -I Female IM-VGAF/IF 12" (30 cm) SY AM-GBHVF -A Male to BNC Female Adapter The Extron SY AM-GBHVF adapter is designed for connecting HDTV receivers, graphics cards, and digital displays with -I connectors into analog GBHV A/V systems. Manufactured using Extron s five conductor Mini High esolution cable, the SY AM- GBHVF adapter supports high resolution GBHV and HDTV video signals. The Extron SY AM-GBHVF is terminated with a -A male connector to interface with the analog contacts of the -I connector on one end and five 75 ohm machined BNC female connectors on the other end. -A male to 5 BNC female interconnect adapter Connects a -I device into analog GBHV A/V systems 6" (15 cm) long -A Male SY AM-GBHVF 6" (15 cm) HDMI M--D M High Performance HDMI Male to -D Male Cables The Extron HDMI M--D M cable assemblies are designed to carry uncompressed high definition digital video signals for interconnecting DVD players, HDTV set-top boxes, graphics cards, and other -D or HDMI sources to flat panel displays, data projectors, and other -D or HDMI compatible devices. Extron HDMI to -D Cable Assemblies are terminated with an HDMI male connector at one end and a -D male connector on the other. High performance HDMI cables specifically designed to carry high definition digital video signals Offers the performance and bandwidth to carry HDMI signals up to 50 feet (15 m) Ideal for interconnecting HDMI devices to -D sources or displays 1080p/60 verified NEC CL2 rated, non-plenum cable HDMI Male -D Male HDMI M--D M/3 3' (90 cm) HDMI M--D M/6 6' (1.8 m) HDMI M--D M/12 12' (3.6 m) HDMI M--D M/25 25' (7.6 m) HDMI M--D M/35 35' (10.6 m) HDMI M--D M/50 50' (15.2 m) Extron Digital Design Guide

71 Cables & Adapters HDMIF-DF HDMI Female to -D Female Adapter The Extron HDMIF-DF is a compact HDMI female to -D female molded adapter to connect HDMI and -D cables and components. This durable adapter carries uncompressed HDTV signals for interconnecting HDTV set-top boxes, graphics cards, and other -D or HDMI sources to flat panel displays or data projectors. This high quality adapter features gold-plated contacts for reliable performance, a durable molded shell with thumb screws to secure the -D connector, and a black matte finish. HDMI supports uncompressed 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p/60 HDTV resolutions, and computer resolutions from VGA (640 x 480) through WUXGA (1920 x 1200). HDMI female to -D female adapter Supports uncompressed 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p/60 HDTV resolutions, and VGA WUXGA computer resolutions Gold-plated contacts for reliable performance Durable molded shell with threaded inserts for thumb screws HDMI Female HDMIF-DF HDMI Female to -D Female Adapter HDMIF-DM HDMI Female to -D Male Adapter The Extron HDMIF-DM is a compact HDMI female to -D male molded adapter to connect HDMI and -D cables and components. This durable adapter carries uncompressed HDTV signals for interconnecting HDTV set-top boxes, graphics cards, and other -D or HDMI sources to flat panel displays or data projectors. This high quality adapter features gold-plated contacts for reliable performance, a durable molded shell with thumb screws to secure the -D connector, and a black matte finish. HDMI supports uncompressed 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p/60 HDTV resolutions, and computer resolutions from VGA (640x480) through WUXGA (1920x1200) signals. HDMI female to -D male adapter Supports uncompressed 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p/60 HDTV resolutions, and VGA WUXGA computer resolutions Gold-plated contacts for reliable performance Durable molded shell with thumb screws HDMI Female HDMIF-DM HDMI Female to -D Male Adapter HDMIM-DF HDMI Male to -D Female Adapter The Extron HDMIM-DF is a compact HDMI male to -D female molded adapter to connect HDMI and -D cables and components. This durable adapter carries uncompressed HDTV signals for interconnecting HDTV set-top boxes, graphics cards, and other -D or HDMI sources to flat panel displays or data projectors. This high quality adapter features gold-plated contacts for reliable performance, a durable molded shell with threaded inserts for thumb screws to secure the -D connector, and a black matte finish. HDMI supports uncompressed 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p/60 HDTV resolutions, and computer resolutions from VGA (640x480) through WUXGA (1920x1200). HDMI male to -D female adapter Supports uncompressed 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p/60 HDTV resolutions, and VGA WUXGA computer resolutions Gold-plated contacts for reliable performance Durable molded shell with threaded inserts for thumb screws HDMI Male HDMIM-DF HDMI Male to -D Female Adapter

72 Cables & Adapters DP-HDMIF DisplayPort Male to HDMI Female Adapter The Extron DP-HDMIF DisplayPort Adapter enables flawless transmission of signals from DisplayPort equipped sources to HDMI destinations. This high quality, pretested adapter provides a convenient means of connecting dual mode DisplayPort equipped sources with an existing HDMI display, eliminating the costly expense of upgrading the display. The DP-HDMIF features a locking DisplayPort male connector, providing a secure connection at the source. The adapter provides digital connectivity solutions for displays or equipment that do not have DisplayPort connectivity. The DP-HDMIF is ideal for use in applications that require connection of a dual mode DisplayPort enabled device, such as a PC, to an HDMI A/V system. Provides connectivity between dual mode DisplayPort equipped sources and HDMI destinations HDMI 1.3 compliant up to 2.5 Gbps per channel Compliant to VESA Interoperability Guideline Latching DP connector Transparent operation 1080p/1920x1200 verified HDMI Female DP-HDMIF DisplayPort M-HDMIF DP-DF DisplayPort Male to Female Adapter The Extron DP-DF DisplayPort Adapter enables flawless transmission of signals from DisplayPort equipped sources and -D destinations. This high quality, pre-tested adapter provides a convenient means of connecting dual mode DisplayPort equipped sources with an existing -D display, eliminating the costly expense of upgrading the display. The DP-DF features a locking DisplayPort male connector, providing a secure connection at the source. The adapter provides digital connectivity solutions for displays or equipment that do not have DisplayPort connectivity. The DP-DF is ideal for use in applications that require connection of a dual mode DisplayPort enabled device, such as a PC, to a -D A/V system. Provides connectivity between dual mode DisplayPort sources and -D displays Compliant to VESA Interoperability Guideline Latching DP connector Transparent operation 1080p/1920x1200 verified -D Female DP-DF DisplayPort M-DF Extron Digital Design Guide