GefenTV Home Theater Audio Processor and Companion Speakers Offer Easy Way to Create Surround Sound Anywhere

CHATSWORTH, CA

Connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced that its GefenTV Home Theater Audio Processor and optional five-set, wall-mountable speakers are now shipping.

These two products work in concert to enable a plug and play method of creating surround sound audio in any room using primarily audio extracted from the HDMI input from any Blu-ray player, gaming system or set-top box.

A digital audio input is also available.

The GefenTV Home Theater Audio Processor comes equipped with a variety of both analog and digital audio connections so consumers can select the best sound delivery for their particular entertainment system. There are six analog (25 watts RMS per channel) RCA outputs that support 5.1 Dolby surround sound and can connect to any amplifier achieve the perfect combination of amp/pre-amp so desired in home theater systems. Front right and left channels are bi-amped to improve sound quality.

The GefenTV Conference Room Speakers are ideally matched to the Home Theater Audio Processor’s speaker binding posts, offering powerful sound quality for small to mid-sized rooms. Each two-way speaker offers a ported design with built-in wall mountable capability. Speakers are sleek, attractively packaged, engineered for fine quality sound and tuned specifically for the Home Theater Audio Processor. Their elegant finish is designed to match any décor. Together, these two products supply excellent surround sound in bedrooms, dens, dorms and small conference rooms.

Alternatively, powered speakers can be connected directly to the Home Theater Audio Processor’s left, right, front left, front right, rear left, rear right, subwoofer and center positions. Finally, one coax input can be passed through in both TOSlink and coax formats, directly connecting digital audio to an existing A/V receiver.

The one HDMI input that supplies audio for the Processor is also split and delivered to two HDMI outputs at the same time, allowing for dual screens or HDTV displays to be connected locally. Both HDMI outputs deliver 1080p full HD video with deep color and 3DTV pass-through capability, as well as multi-channel audio supporting lip sync, Dolby TrueHD and DTS Master Audio.

A high contrast LCD display and front panel buttons on the Home Theater Audio Processor give access to a variety of control features and status information so consumers can finely tune the entire system. An IR remote control and RS-232 connection are also included for full control.

Both the Home Theater Audio Processor and the five-set Conference Room Speakers are available to purchase. Speakers may also be purchased in separate 3-set and 2-set options.

About Gefen:

Gefen supplies a wide selection of signal switchers, splitters, extenders, scalers, converters, KVM, digital signage and home theater accessories that enable audio/video and computer systems to be easily integrated, extended, distributed and optimized to maximize performance.
Continual product innovations ensure the company maintains its reputation as a reliable resource for installers and integrators.
The GefenTV line offers professional quality home theater accessories for plug and play operation.
The Gefen ToolBox line delivers portable, wall-mounted solutions for the nuts and bolts of system integration. All products are supported by technical representatives and engineers available for consultation in Gefen’s Los Angeles area headquarters.

Additional information may be found at www.gefen.com.

For more information:

Linda Morgan
linda@gefen.com
1.818.745.0020

CHATSWORTH, CA

- It’s never been easier to schedule playlists and select from pre-recorded content for digital signage installations.

The new HD Digital Signage Player from Gefen offers a variety of flexible functions that serve both large and small digital signage installations while controlling the content over IP.

Users can upload pre-recorded video in multiple formats, background music and scrolling text to customize their content. Playlists can be scheduled to the second using the calendar function, accessed on any computer using Windows XP, Vista or Windows 7 software.

Gefen HD DSP

The HD Digital Signage Player works with all popular video formats including MPEG1/2, DivX, Xvid, H.264 and WMV9, as well as MP3 audio files. Photos should be in .jpg format.
Its small metallic enclosure with built-in mounting brackets allows it to be conveniently mounted behind or near the display(s).

Equipped with HDMI and VGA/audio outputs, the HD Digital Signage Player outputs 1080p visuals for pure high definition imagery so pivotal to large digital signage displays.
Users can upload content to the HD Digital Signage Player’s 2Gb flash drive using an Ethernet IP connection or USB ingestion to change playlists, content, scrolling text and music.
An included IR remote gives control of additional functionality at the site.

Additional Information:

http://www.gefen.com/kvm/dproduct.jsp?prod_id=8976

About Gefen:

Gefen supplies a wide selection of audio/video switchers, splitters, extenders, scalers, converters, KVM solutions and home theater accessories that support consumer, industrial and commercial applications.
Gefen’s hardware enables audio/video and computer systems to be integrated, extended, distributed and optimized to enhance performance.

Gefen’s foray into wireless high definition video extension, integration of alternative content for digital cinemas, and high-end audio processing adds to its reputation as an innovative resource for installers and system integrators.
In 2008, Gefen launched GefenTV, which delivers professional quality home theater accessories streamlined for plug and play operation.

Gefen solutions are available around the world through a respected network of international distributors and resellers, offering local support. Technical representatives and engineers are available for consultation in Gefen’s Los Angeles area headquarters.

For more information:

Linda Morgan
linda@gefen.com
1.818.745.0020

New Matrix Switcher from Gefen Supplies Simple and Reliable Method of System Integration

CHATSWORTH, CA

– Connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced the availability of its new 8×8 CrossPoint Matrix for HDMI v1.3. This matrix switcher enables direct connections between high definition sources and displays without networking.

Eight Blu-ray players, gaming systems or set-top boxes using the HDMI format can be switched to any eight displays with the 8×8 CrossPoint Matrix for HDMI v1.3. High definition resolutions up to 1080p full HD are delivered instantly when selected. Plug and play operation and support for the expanded HDMI v1.3 format, including deep color as well as Dolby TrueHD and DTS Master Audio make this a useful addition to any environment using consumer equipment.

“This matrix requires no networking, and gives direct access to any eight hi-def sources from one or more hi-def displays,” said Hagai Gefen, president and CEO, Gefen Inc. “It is a true matrix, allowing any source to be viewed on one or all eight displays.”

Installation is simple, requiring the connection of eight hi-def sources to the eight HDMI inputs, and the connection of eight hi-def displays to the eight HDMI outputs. Users can assign any source to any display, relaying hi-def video with HDCP compliance and multi-channel audio with no signal delays.

The 8×8 Cross Point Matrix for HDMI v1.3 offers local front panel control, IR remote access and RS-232 compatibility. It comes with an external power supply, eight HDMI cables and rack ears for mounting.

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Additional information:
http://www.gefen.com/kvm/dproduct.jsp?prod_id=8407

About Gefen:

Gefen supplies a wide selection of audio/video switchers, splitters, extenders, scalers, converters, KVM solutions and home theater accessories that support consumer, industrial and commercial applications. Gefen’s hardware enables audio/video and computer systems to be integrated, extended, distributed and optimized to enhance performance.

Gefen’s foray into wireless high definition video extension, integration of alternative content for digital cinemas, and high-end audio processing adds to its reputation as an innovative resource for installers and system integrators. In 2008, Gefen launched GefenTV, which delivers professional quality home theater accessories streamlined for plug and play operation.

Gefen solutions are available around the world through a respected network of international distributors and resellers, offering local support. Technical representatives and engineers are available for consultation in Gefen’s Los Angeles area headquarters.

For more information:

Linda Morgan
linda@gefen.com
1.818.745.0020