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White Paper: Introduction to HDCP 2.3

Keeping pace with advancements in digital video technology, HDCP has evolved to version 2.3, with stronger encryption, dedicated protection for high value 4K content, and new restrictions on the AV distribution system. AV professionals will need to understand HDCP 2.3 to integrate protected 4K content into... Download White Paper

White Paper: Designing the Ideal Esports AV System for Your School

Whether you are planning to use an existing space for an esports program or developing a dedicated venue, a well-designed AV system and solid infrastructure are critical. The infrastructure serves as the foundation for these esports systems, which vary in scale and complexity. This white paper discusses the importance... Download White Paper

White Paper: Elements of High Dynamic Range Video

Over the past seven decades, display technology has progressed to the point where 4K/Ultra HD video is now the gold standard. 4K resolution yields four times the number of pixels as HD video, but depending upon the size of the display and the viewing distance, there may be no perceptible difference between an HD image... Download White Paper

White Paper: Hitting the Moving Target of 4K

As 4K continues to gain traction in the consumer market, it is rapidly becoming a popular requirement for professional AV systems as well. But 4K is a developing technology that will eventually evolve beyond what is available today. This paper will help you understand what you need to know about 4K signals for today’s... Download White Paper

White Paper: Understanding DTP Systems

The ability to transport audio, video, control, and remote power over shielded CATx cable is a growing necessity for accommodating today’s diverse presentation environments and professional AV system applications. This guide will help you understand how to effectively manage and integrate these... Download White Paper

White Paper: Distributing 4K and UHD Signals in Professional Environments

As 4K sources and displays become popular for more applications, the next challenge facing system designers and integrators is developing systems that fully support 4K video signals. This paper provides an introduction to the technology and standards, explores the design challenges, and offers practical solutions for incorporating... Download White Paper

White Paper: EDID: A Guide to Identifying and Resolving Common Issues

HDMI, DVI, and DisplayPort require successful two-way EDID exchange between a display and a source to establish a connection between them. This in turn enables the flow of digital AV content from the source to the display. Problems with EDID communication are major causes of failure in digital video systems, with no... Download White Paper

White Paper: The ABCs of Digital Video Signals

Digital video signals are becoming widely prevalent throughout the AV industry. They are considerably different in comparison to traditional analog video signals, with specific performance and timing requirements that must be maintained throughout the entire signal path. This paper offers an introduction to digital... Download White Paper

White Paper: Understanding EDID - Extended Display Identification Data

The EDID data structure is used extensively to communicate display capabilities to attached computer graphics cards and other source devices. This paper offers an in-depth look into the operational process and pitfalls users may encounter when integrating EDID reliant source and display devices. Download White Paper .wpimg {... Download White Paper

White Paper: DRM for the AV Professional

Digital Rights Management - DRM is used by owners and holders of intellectual property to enforce restrictions on the use of their copyrighted content. AV professionals and their customers need to be aware of DRM, the relevant restrictions on the playback of protected material in public and commercial spaces, and the... Download White Paper

White Paper: HDCP - A Technical Overview

High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection is an encryption protocol for copy-protected video content such as Blu-ray Disc and HD movie downloads. This article describes HDCP in detail, introducing the components of an HDCP system – sources, repeaters, and sinks, as well as the three phases of the HDCP protocol – authentication,... Download White Paper

USB Switching in AV Environments

USB is a popular standard that has been around since 1995. Its evolution has extended to the point where each of us utilizes this interface on a daily basis. USB ports are standard fixtures on computers and laptops with further extension recently onto other peripheral devices .... Read more

Digital Design Best Practices - Signal Integrity

This article concentrates on signal integrity, one of the three core components in digital system architecture. The other two, equally important components are content protection and resolution management. Signal integrity relates to maintaining the signal waveforms and sync timing throughout the signal path so that the... Read more

HDMI 2.0: Specification Overview & Frequently Asked Questions

HDMI 2.0 was developed by the HDMI Forum to provide new functionality for this widely adopted technology. Released in September 2013, the specification includes support of increased bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, resolutions up to 4K @ 60 Hz, simultaneous delivery of two video streams and up to four audio streams,... Read more

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