Extron announced the DTP3 T 301 and DTP3 R 301, the long-distance, digital twisted pair extenders for sending HDMI, USB 2.0, audio and bidirectional RS-232 signals up to 330 feet (100 meters) over a shielded CAT6A cable.
Per a statement, these HDCP 2.3-compliant products include proven technologies that extend video with optimal image quality. They also support video resolutions up to 4K/60 at 4:4:4 color sampling. For maximum image quality and minimal latency, all supported video resolutions are transported without compression.
Streamlined Integration and Operation
According to Extron, the DTP3 transmitter provides one HDMI input, one USB host port and a mirrored HDMI output. It also features Extron technologies such as EDID Minder and audio embedding for streamlined integration and operation. The receiver has a four-port USB hub and stereo audio de-embedding. This provides convenient installation in professional environments, says Extron. The low-profile enclosures and remote power capability make the DTP3 T 301 and DTP3 R 301 suitable for discreet placement wherever needed to meet application requirements.
“Our ever-growing lineup of third generation DTP products are taking another evolutionary step,” says Casey Hall, chief marketing officer at Extron. “The DTP3 T 301 and DTP3 R 301 support USB data extension in addition to compression-free HDMI 4K/60 4:4:4 and bidirectional control; [thus] providing enhanced versatility and streamlined integration for a wide range of environments.”
Enabling Seamless Connections
The DTP3 301 Series transmitter and receiver also support USB 2.0 through 1.0 devices with data rates up to 480 Mbps. Per a statement, they are compatible with USB 3.0 devices that can operate at USB 2.0 data rates. Additionally, the integrated USB signal extension enables connection to peripheral devices over the same twisted pair cable as HDMI signals.
According to Extron, the DTP3 T 301 transmitter also features peripheral emulation to support uninterrupted communication between the host and the USB device. This technology ensures USB port recognition during system boot-up. It does so even without a connected keyboard or mouse. The DTP3 R 301 receiver’s four-port USB hub allows the connection of several USB devices. These include interactive whiteboards, keyboards, mice, mass storage devices and webcams on a single host port.
In addition to enabling uncompressed extension of video data rates up to 18 Gbps, these new members of the DTP product family support HDR, Deep Color up to 12-bit, 3D and embedded HD lossless audio formats.
The company further notes that other integrator-friendly features include simultaneous transmission of bidirectional RS-232 signals from a control system for AV device control. It also includes Extron’s EDID Minder technology. This technology ensures connected sources power up properly and reliably output content for display. Moreover, it ensures flexible remote power capability.
Finally, an Extron Everlast power supply is included with the DTP3 R 301 receiver, which can deliver power to the transmitter. This allows both devices to share one power supply. Also, setup and commissioning is made easy with Extron’s PCS (Product Configuration Software).
