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Minicom adds HDMI player-to-screen distribution solution

November 30, 2008

JERUSALEM, Israel — Minicom Advanced Systems has launched its DS Vision HDMI, an HD digital multimedia distribution and extension system. It "narrowcasts" high-definition digital video and audio from a single player to remote plasma/LCD screens located 250 meters/825 feet away. The real-time delivery of rich multimedia content has close to zero degradation of video and sound quality, according to a news release.

"Unlike similar products, DS Vision HDMI not only extends, it also distributes digital audio and video to multiple screens via a unique cascade feature," said Amir Ginossar, Minicom product manager for digital signage products. "This feature makes it ideal for multi-screen applications such as advertising screens in supermarket aisles or near check-outs. Since the digital AV distribution is done by cascading via repeaters, you need only install one cable going from one checkout screen to the next, significantly reducing cable clutter and cost while simplifying installation."

The DS Vision HDMI features Minicom's advanced CAT 5/6/7 cable distribution technology. CAT5 is much less expensive than HDMI cable, can distribute content further and is easier to install. Unlike other HDMI products that require two cables, DS Vision HDMI features a unique single-cable solution transferring both audio and video, and supports screen resolution optimization (DDC), further simplifying installation and reducing installation costs.