Avocent Corporation has released a wireless high-definition (HD) media extender that provides both wired and wireless connectivity in one product. The Emerge MPX1000 HD multipoint extender incorporates high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) technology for moving HD content from one source to multiple destinations. High-resolution computer graphics up to 1280 x 768, HD video up to 720p, stereo audio, and control data are wirelessly transmitted to as many as eight wireless or wired receivers.

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The Emerge MPX1000 HD multipoint extender includes a transmitter and receiver that provide feature-rich, high-definition media support for use in professional audio-visual applications. The Emerge MPX1000 extension product extends video and audio over standard 10/100 Ethernet wiring up to 3000 feet and wirelessly through walls up to 150 feet, or up to 1000 feet line-of-sight with optional directional antenna. Audio-video synchronization is maintained at each display and all wirelessly connected receivers remain in lock step with each other. The MPX1000 HD multipoint extender has interchangeable modules for input of analog VGA signals or digital HDMI/DVI signals. The MPX1000 extender solution is accessible through two primary user interfaces: an on-board web server that allows browser-based unit control and configuration and a front panel display that provides push-button access to system status. The extenders allow for control of attached audio-visual equipment through RS-232 serial and infrared connections.

Components of the wireless HD extender solution include the MPX1000T transmitter priced at $1095, MPX1000R receiver priced at $995, and MPX1000MT-HDMI transmitter module and MPX1000MR-HDMI receiver module priced at $195 each. These products and additional accessories are available through professional A/V system integrators and contractors.