FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE INFOCOMM 2015, Orlando FL, USA – June 13-19, 2015 – Booth 2778 WyreStorm Showcases New UltraHD 4K Range of Matrices, Splitters, Extenders, Scalers and Test Equipment at InfoComm 2015. InfoComm 2015 in Orlando will be the venue for WyreStorm to show off its new range of UltraHD 4K offerings for the ProAV market, with a selection of matrix switching, splitting, extending, testing and signal scaling solutions over HDMI, HDBaseT Class, A, B and 2.0 to meet the needs of any 4K application now, while future-proofing for tomorrow as much as the industry for one of the most comprehensive and persuasive UHD 4K propositions available. New York – May 5, 2015 – WyreStorm, a global manufacturer specializing in the design and development of innovative Total AV Distribution and Control Solutions for professional systems integrators, announce plans to showcase their new range of UltraHD 4K compatible products at InfoComm 2015, Orlando FL – June 13-19, including two new 8x8 Matrix switchers distributing 4K content over HDMI and HDBaseT, a new 4K 1:8 HDMI splitter, an updated 4K supported HDMI/VGA switcher, a 4K<>HD scaler and Dolby downmixer, 4K compatible pattern generator and signal analyzer, and two new PoH extender additions over HDBaseT Class A at 70m/230ft and something very special over HDBaseT 2.0 at 100m/328ft. UHD 4K / HD MATRIX SWITCHING EMEA OFFICE NORTH AMERICA OFFICE UNIT 22 ERGO BUSINESS PARK, KELVIN ROAD, GREENBRIDGE, SWINDON, WILTS, SN3 3JW, UK TEL: +44 (0) 1793 230 343 FAX: +44 (0) 1793 230 583 TECH VALLEY PARK, 23 WOOD ROAD, ROUND LAKE, NY 12151, USA TEL: + 1-518-289-1293 TOLL FREE: 1-844-280-WYRE (9973) www.wyrestorm.com info@wyrestorm.com Company number: 06754423 UltraHD 4K Matrix switchers include the 1U MX-0808-4K 8x8 HDMI to HDMI, that brings the convenience and reliability of short range HDMI 1.4 switching and control to 4K, including audio matrix routing source or ARC audio to assignable S/PDIF optical or coaxial outputs and advanced audio processing, extraction and ARC functionality. For greater transmission distances over HDBaseT Class A technology, the 2U MX-0808-PP-POH-4K features 5play support for video, audio, two-way IR control and RS232, Ethernet and Power up to 70m/230ft UHD @ 30Hz or 100m/328ft 1080p HD@ 60hz with 48bit Deep Color. Both models support full 3840 (UHD) and 4096 (DCI) 2160p resolutions up to 30Hz, with the MX-0808-PP-POH4K offering a chroma subsampling rate of 4:2:2 and MX-0808-4K featuring the full 4K color palette of 4:4:4 for the optimum achievable in terms of resolution and bandwidth within the current HDMI standard. Addressing the uncertainty surrounding compatibility with HDCP 2.2 and HDMI 2.0, rather than offering a ‘band aid solution’ using currently compatible chipsets that may not be supported by the time sources and content finally become available, the modular architecture of the WyreStorm MX-0808-PP-POH-4K switcher offers an HDCP 2.2 transmission module upgrade for free when technology standards are confirmed for early installers of the model, after which all models will ship 2.2 compatible as standard to ensure future matrix compatibility with the 4K devices and content it is distributing. See wyrestorm.com for details. UHD 4K / HD SPLITTING and EXTENDING Kicking off with a 4K update to our existing HDBaseT-powered SW-0201-POH two-input HDMI and VGA to single HDMI output switcher-come-extender that has been so popular with boardroom applications. The SW-0201-4K retains many of the previous model’s features, including 2:1 switching between VGA and HDMI with automatic input detection, and the same robust HDBaseT technology for reliable distribution of lossless video and audio up to 100m/328ft, 3D support and PoH between transmission and receiving units to remove additional power supply requirements at display point, but adds full support of 3840 (UHD) and 4096 (DCI) 2160p resolutions making it primed and ready for 4K. EMEA OFFICE NORTH AMERICA OFFICE UNIT 22 ERGO BUSINESS PARK, KELVIN ROAD, GREENBRIDGE, SWINDON, WILTS, SN3 3JW, UK TEL: +44 (0) 1793 230 343 FAX: +44 (0) 1793 230 583 TECH VALLEY PARK, 23 WOOD ROAD, ROUND LAKE, NY 12151, USA TEL: + 1-518-289-1293 TOLL FREE: 1-844-280-WYRE (9973) www.wyrestorm.com info@wyrestorm.com Company number: 06754423 Slim is definitely in this season with the new SP-0108-4K low profile 4K HDMI splitter measuring just 18mm high, feeding a single UHD or 1080p HDMI source to eight UHD or 1080p HDMI outputs supporting 3840 (UHD) and 4096 (DCI) 2160p resolutions up to 30Hz resolutions, again with full 4K color palette of 4:4:4 and including EDID management. At an equally slim 18mm, but supporting considerably greater distance, functionality, the EX-70-4K UHD 4K HDBaseT extender set supports 70m/230ft 3840 (UHD) and 4096 (DCI) 2160p @ 30Hz or 100m/328ft 1080p HD@ 60hz with 48bit Deep Color, while its low profile offers unrivalled installation convenience to fit behind even the slimmest wall plate for the flushest integrations on the market. With two-way control over IR and RS232, extensive EDID management, LED signal status indication and dual power connectivity over phoenix and threaded DC ports, the EX-70-4K boasts full HDBaseT Class A 5-Play compliance with Ethernet and multi-stage LED transmission indication to instantly identify signal status and quality and help troubleshoot potential installation issues. But for unrivalled power, distance and functionality, the EX-100-PRO represents the ultimate 4K extender solution offering HDBaseT 2.0 transmission supporting 2-way PoH and 100m/328ft 3840 (UHD) and 4096 (DCI) 2160p @ 30Hz with 2-way S/PDIF, USB and KVM connectability. UHD 4K / HD SCALING AND AUDIO DOWNMIXING It may sound obvious but not every client will ditch existing HD screens overnight now something better (and considerably more expensive) has arrived, and as such the importance of supporting a combination of UHD 4K and 1080p HD displays within the same distribution is significant – or else return to the dark days of 720p Vs 1080p, whereby distribution was only as good (and stable) as the lowest resolution screen in it. The solution is an in-line WyreStorm EXP-CON-4K-DD scaler between receiver and display that automatically scales up 1080p content to UHD 4K at 30Hz on any 4K screens and scales back 4K transmissions to 1080p 24fps if that's all the display is capable of. Furthermore, the addition of Dolby downmix to stereo PCM functionality in the EXP-CON-4K-DD means multichannel audio up to 5.1 can be distributed to zones that support and automatically scaled down to compatible stereo PCM audio without sacrificing the integrity of the transmission. EMEA OFFICE NORTH AMERICA OFFICE UNIT 22 ERGO BUSINESS PARK, KELVIN ROAD, GREENBRIDGE, SWINDON, WILTS, SN3 3JW, UK TEL: +44 (0) 1793 230 343 FAX: +44 (0) 1793 230 583 TECH VALLEY PARK, 23 WOOD ROAD, ROUND LAKE, NY 12151, USA TEL: + 1-518-289-1293 TOLL FREE: 1-844-280-WYRE (9973) www.wyrestorm.com info@wyrestorm.com Company number: 06754423 Effectively, the combination of a system comprising of an WyreStorm UHD 4K matrix switcher or splitter with EXP-CON-4K-DD scaler at display zones not only nullifies the threat of resolution disparity between displays around the site that can drag down a whole distribution, but also ensures that the project can grow with the client’s needs, or indeed, with the whole industry. UHD 4K / HD SIGNAL TESTING AND ANALYSIS InfoComm 2015 also sees WyreStorm showcase the TT-KIT-4K, their powerful new signal test equipment supporting all resolutions up to full UHD 4K at an even more competitive price point. Comprising of a UHD 4K HDMI Timing Signal Generator and a UHD 4K HDMI Source Signal Analyzer, the generator uses advanced internal software and a 1” display to set timing, including virtually any resolution imaginable, refresh rates or scan types and sync polarity as well as pattern type used to test color, gradient, detail, motion and 3D. Signal types, color space and depth can also be set and audio types up to 8.1 can also be tested using 3.5mm jack input, with audio capable of being embedded over the image. Finally, the powerful feature set is rounded off with an EDID setting to read, store and recall EDID codes to ensure total compatibility between connected devices in the installation. Similarly, the UHD 4K HDMI Source Signal Analyzer is able to test timing at the display location by displaying data of incoming signals to ensure it matches what is being transmitted, with video displayed on the crystal clear 2” OLED screen. In terms of EDID, the signal generator can mimic any TV, screen, or projector by storing its EDID for the integrator to recall anywhere to test an installation without needing to have any screens on site. In addition, the signal generator features a ‘monitor’ function that can be used to test a signal over a defined period of time, enabling the installer to leave the device for a period of time, such as all day/night to analyze every single minute/hour of use for an invaluable time and cost saving method of testing or troubleshooting systems. The TT-KIT-4K offers complete examination and diagnosis of transmissions from any source to all displays to ensure greatly improved interrogation of project distribution between devices for even greater signal accuracy and compatibility and even more efficient installations – a must have for all professional integrators. EMEA OFFICE NORTH AMERICA OFFICE UNIT 22 ERGO BUSINESS PARK, KELVIN ROAD, GREENBRIDGE, SWINDON, WILTS, SN3 3JW, UK TEL: +44 (0) 1793 230 343 FAX: +44 (0) 1793 230 583 TECH VALLEY PARK, 23 WOOD ROAD, ROUND LAKE, NY 12151, USA TEL: + 1-518-289-1293 TOLL FREE: 1-844-280-WYRE (9973) www.wyrestorm.com info@wyrestorm.com Company number: 06754423 “We find ourselves in the midst of an unprecedented period of evolution with the arrival so many new technology standards, including HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2, HDBaseT 2.0, UltraHD 4K, and advances in IP technology - all of which are set to change the landscape of the AV industry. As a leading innovator, WyreStorm is perfectly positioned to not only to utilize this new technology within our product offerings, but also to advise on the impact these changes in standards will have on the market.” “InfoComm 2015 is the perfect venue for the WyreStorm team to both showcase the very latest in AV distribution featuring next generation technology and to ease some of the inherent confusion surrounding the industry at the present time as we wait for these new standards to land.” Derek Hulbert, CEO, WyreStorm Technologies THE PRODUCTS MX-0808-4K – WyreStorm UltraHD 4K HDMI to HDMI 8x8 Matrix Switcher – shipping Q2 2015 MX-0808-PP-POH-4K – WyreStorm UltraHD 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher with PoH and Serial Control – now shipping (HDCP 2.2 module upgrade availability TBC) SW-0201-4K - WyreStorm UltraHD 4K HDMI/VGA input to HDMI output over HDBaseT– shipping Q3 2015 SP-0108-4K - WyreStorm UltraHD 4K HDMI to HDMI Splitter with EDID – shipping Q2 2015 EX-70-4K – WyreStorm UltraHD 4K Low Profile HDBaseT Extender Set (70m UHD/100m HD) - Shipping Jan 2015 EX-100-PRO – WyreStorm HDBaseT 2.0 Extender with UltraHD 4K support up to 100m/328ft, 2W S/SPDIF, 2W POH, USB and KVM – Shipping Q3 2015 EXP-CON-4K-DD – In-line 4K>HD/HD>4K scaler with Dolby Digital Down-mixer – shipping Q2 2015 TT-KIT-4K - UltraHD 4K Test Kit includes TT-GEN-4K Pattern Generator and TT-SIG-4K Signal Analyzer – shipping Q2 2015 Contact your authorized WyreStorm Sales Partner for more information and pricing details. Digital images available: https://wyrestorm.box.com/s/76qs6hrhivtxahd0iixlts243jjppwww For more information on this and all WyreStorm products, visit www.wyrestorm.com EMEA OFFICE NORTH AMERICA OFFICE UNIT 22 ERGO BUSINESS PARK, KELVIN ROAD, GREENBRIDGE, SWINDON, WILTS, SN3 3JW, UK TEL: +44 (0) 1793 230 343 FAX: +44 (0) 1793 230 583 TECH VALLEY PARK, 23 WOOD ROAD, ROUND LAKE, NY 12151, USA TEL: + 1-518-289-1293 TOLL FREE: 1-844-280-WYRE (9973) www.wyrestorm.com info@wyrestorm.com Company number: 06754423 About WyreStorm WyreStorm is an award-winning global manufacturer of leading-edge digital HD and UltraHD distribution technology for Commercial ProAV, Residential and Retail applications. Specializing in the development of innovative solutions over HDMI, HDBaseT and HD-over-IP technologies, WyreStorm proudly offers customers around the world the highest quality and reliability in its wide range of distribution and control products. Press Contact: Christian Thomas christian.thomas@wyrestorm.com WyreStorm Group Marketing Communications Manager Todd Akins todd.akins@wyrestorm.com WyreStorm Global Marketing Manager ### EMEA OFFICE NORTH AMERICA OFFICE UNIT 22 ERGO BUSINESS PARK, KELVIN ROAD, GREENBRIDGE, SWINDON, WILTS, SN3 3JW, UK TEL: +44 (0) 1793 230 343 FAX: +44 (0) 1793 230 583 TECH VALLEY PARK, 23 WOOD ROAD, ROUND LAKE, NY 12151, USA TEL: + 1-518-289-1293 TOLL FREE: 1-844-280-WYRE (9973) www.wyrestorm.com info@wyrestorm.com Company number: 06754423