Magenta Introduces New HDMI Extender

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Magenta Research has announced the debut of a new extension product in the Infinea HD-One Series. The HD-One LX is an HDMI extension product that utilises a single Cat5/6 cable, and sends 1080p up to 100m.
 
The new product is fully HDCP-compliant and capable of extending uncompressed 1080p video, audio, IR and Bi-directional RS 232 to 100m, allowing commands and data to flow in both directions. Developers believe that the distance reach and use of inexpensive, easy-to-terminate UTP cable will make this product a good choice for HDMI extension, whether it is a Blu-Ray player, cable/set-top box or a PC with an HDMI output. They argue that such distances are virtually impossible to replicate using specially constructed HDMI cables, which, even at short distances, deteriorate image quality, are extremely difficult to terminate in the field and carry a high cost factor.
 
Magenta claims that their new model delivers significant value for both commercial and residential applications. The company’s Engineering Manager, Ed Caceres, stated, “Magenta is very excited to offer yet another single cable HDMI extension product that, unlike many other solutions, sends uncompressed 1080p video with audio, IR and RS-232 up to 328ft without the need for a second UTP cable. HD-One LX is a perfect solution for remotely locating an HDMI source, whether in a commercial digital signage installation or residential home theatre.”