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Black Box expands line of KVM extenders

March 30, 2020

Black Box, a digital edge solutions provider, has extended its line of KVM extenderswith its Emerald PE transmitters and receivers for HD video and audio editing, 3D and graphic design and more. This solution can extend and matrix switch for HD DVI video up to 1920-by-1200 at 60 Hertz, according to a press release.

Emerald PE offers transparent USB 2.0 and bi-directional analog audio over a dedicated or existing IP network. Other features include:

• Can extend video with lossless compression up to 328-feet.
• Dual network ports for faster switching.
• Can connect to virtual machines.
• Available in single or dual-head models.
• Compatible with Emerald Remote App, ZeroU and SE.

"This new addition to our Emerald KVM line offers exceptional performance and value for HD-centered applications that demand crystal-clear video and reliable control of remote computers," John Hickey, senior director of R&D and KVM products at Black Box, said in the release. "Emerald PE extenders reliably connect users with one or many remote machines, ensuring zero keyboard/mouse latency that makes it feel as if the computer is situated just below the user's desk. While it is optimized for HD, Emerald PE provides room for growth. Should users' requirements change, the system also supports higher resolutions with the addition of Emerald 4K extenders."