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White Paper: Safeguarding Device Communication Using SSH

Some of the key considerations for deploying AV systems are the flexibility to choose from multiple AV control options and having methods to safeguard these systems. Many Extron AV products use the Extron SIS – Simple Instruction Set™ command protocol for AV control. This white paper provides an overview of the communication... Download White Paper

White Paper: Securing Networked AV Products

An integral part of an organization’s security strategy is evaluating the best methods to safeguard the network, systems, and data, while maintaining functionality and usability. This white paper provides a brief overview of considerations for securing networked AV systems and the layered approach to good security. We... Download White Paper

White Paper: 802.1X Primer

IEEE 802.1X is an international standard for connection-based device authentication. Extron Pro Series Control products support the 802.1X standard and allow users to upload digital certificates to support multiple authentication methods under 802.1X. This white paper gives a brief overview of 802.1X and explains... Download White Paper

White Paper: Encryption and Certificates

When AV system designers specify and deploy networked AV systems, security is always a primary concern. This white paper provides a brief overview of certificates and encryption, and how they ensure robust network security. Certificates ensure that only trusted parties receive information, while encryption ensures all... Download White Paper

White Paper: Extron Multi-Network Control Processors

Multi-network control processors enable AV system designers to balance the need for access to network resources and network security. The control processor with AV LAN ports sits between devices like video codecs and presentation computers on the corporate LAN and isolates AV devices on the segregated and secure AV LAN... Download White Paper

Calculating ROI

One of the key factors used in determining whether or not to purchase new classroom technology is a calculation of Return on Investment, or ROI. While there are many factors to consider, ROI generally falls into two main categories: hard returns, which can be demonstrated in financial terms, and soft returns that are less... Read more

Choosing the Best Methods for Control

A device’s control requirements are often dictated by the device manufacturer. AV devices originate from a variety of different manufacturers and access to control functions can vary widely. Read more

College Achieves New Level of Student Service with Extron TouchLink-Based Control Systems

Montgomery County Community College in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, recently upgraded its primary student services building, College Hall. School officials wanted to use AV technology to streamline student services for all students. With help from Fitch Electronics, the school selected Extron equipment for key functions and... Read more

Communication Signals & Infrastructure

Once one has determined the equipment to be controlled and the methods to control it, one can take a closer look at the actual control signals and infrastructure required to get those signals from the control processor to the device being controlled. Read more

Making Choices: Control System Size and Scope

Proper design is a balancing act. Designers must evaluate the goals and needs of the client and weigh them against the client’s budgetary constraints. Read more

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LinkLicense for User Interfaces Introduction Video

LinkLicense for User Interfaces Introduction Video
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SMP 351 with LinkLicense

Enhance the functionality of the SMP 351 by applying the LinkLicense upgrade to enable Dual Recording capabilities, enhanced audio DSP, and additional presets.
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IPCP Pro 555

Introduction of the features and capabilites of the IPCP Pro 555, IP Link Pro Control Processor
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eBUS Button Panels

Introducing eBUS Button Panels and Accessories
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CCI Pro 700

Introduction of the features and capabilities of the CCI Pro 700, TouchLink Pro conference and collaboration control interface.
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