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HD Video Distribution over LAN Jeffrey Su Octava Inc.

Apr 2013

 Certainly education will continue to be major user of Audio Video to enhance the learning process and getting messages out to students in an efficient manner. So I think the potential in education as well as health care AV has huge potential.
Outdoor Power Over Ethernet (PoE) A Fair Weather Friend Contributed by Delphi Display Systems

Dec 2012

 We all have a fair weather friend that only participates when conditions are just right. Delivering Power over Ethernet (PoE) is a technology that, like a fair weather friend, may not be well suited for all outdoor weather conditions.
HDMI: Extension, Distribution and Switching via Cat5e/6 Jeffrey Herman Muxlab

Oct 2011

 Due to the fact that Cat5e/6 is not designed like HDMI cable, additional connectivity hardware is needed to interface between the HDMI equipment and the Cat5e/6 cabling system.  This connectivity hardware comprises three main functions; Distance Extension, 1xN Distribution and Matrix Switching.
HDTV Antenna Guide Robert Schlecht

Feb 2010

 This primer will help you to choose the correct HDTV Antenna for your particular situation, along with installation tips. Just remember that every situation is different, so there's not a single antenna that will work for everyone, as many variables are involved. Do your homework and research which antenna will work best for your particular situation. Once you have your antenna properly installed and are receiving free over-the-air high-definition television broadcasts, you will feel that it was worth all the time an energy you invested.
Challenges in cleaning your new flat-screen TV Jay d'Antoni Origin Labs

Feb 2008

 Using the wrong cleaning solutions or methods can permanently damage your screen. Here are the reasons why cleaning your screen properly makes a big difference on the picture quality and ultimately the longevity of your viewing investment.
Eric Wieland of ITC (Instant Tool-Less Connectors) Eric Wieland ITC

Feb 2008

 Eric Wieland has 15 years of experience in installation and installation management, and has held such positions as director of In-Home Services for Tweeter in Chicago. Over the course of his career, Wieland has developed a great understanding of what works in the field and what doesn’t. As brand manager of ITC, he applies this knowledge to help make the lives of installers and their companies easier and more profitable.
Structured Cabling Approach Helps Streamline Digital Signage Systems Jeffrey Herman MuxLab Inc.

Jun 2007

 Digital signage is one of the fastest growing applications, allowing audio-video content to be distributed virtually around the world. Retailing, education, banking, government, restaurant, hospitality and transportation are just a few of the sectors where digital signage has been rapidly adopted.
Video Modulation over Digital Cable Jack Urrutia Channel Vision

Jun 2007

 The Affinity allows each TV location desired to access digital cable as well as the modulated signals by providing an easy way to switch between the two feeds. Essentially, one can think of this product as a remote-controlled A/B switch.
Back to wires? How did that happen? Mark E. Hazen Intellon

Apr 2007

 With the truly robust 200-Mbps HomePlug AV standard-based PLC technology, home networks are established instantly with plug-and-play simplicity. It is the reason why service providers worldwide are having this proven technology embedded into their gateways, PVRs and set-top boxes.
HDTV and the Antenna Revolution Richard Schneider Terrestrial Digital

Aug 2006

 As long as picture quality and price remain important to consumers, the antenna will be an important vehicle for high definition television signals.
Going the Distance With HDMI Michael Weizer Accell

Dec 2005

 If you’re looking to setup an audio/video system in a home or business, HDMI connectivity is certainly worth considering. For long run applications, there are many options available to ensure a successful, trouble-free installation.
ECAV Audio and Video on Twisted Pair Bob Hetherington

Feb 2003

 ECAV consists of 2 little black boxes (just a few inches long ... correct word for it is a balun) with RCA Left and Right Audio, Video and CAT5 plugs. One ECAV at the sending end plugs into the ISoundServer outputs and into the CAT5 wire. The receiving end in the lab connects to the other end of the CAT5 and from there to our multi room preamplifier.
Video Baluns and Twisted Pair Carve a Niche in the Home-Wiring Market Jeffrey Herman NHC Communications Inc.

Oct 2002

 Ten years ago it might be possible to worry about the sound and picture quality at the end of a video balun connection. But today, these concerns are diminishing as the design quality of the video baluns and twisted pair cable keeps improving. In many instances, one would be hard-pressed to tell the difference between an audio-video signal transmitted via coax cable versus the same signal sent via twisted pair and video baluns.

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