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Mount Vernon, NY, July 25th, 2007 – Key Digital Systems, Inc., the leader in video technology and solutions, is introducing two all new HDMI switchers/distribution amplifiers in the KD-HDMI2x4P and KD-HDMI2x8P. These two new switchers can accommodate up to two HDMI inputs and distribute these signals into four (KD-HDMI2x4P) or eight (KD-HDMI2x8P) video outputs. Both switchers are HDMI 1.3 compliant with the capacity to handle all video signals from standard definition 480i to full HD 1080p.

Features for these switchers include:

- Supports coaxial digital audio, optical digital audio (Toslink) and analog audio
- Key Digital IAS circuit automatically senses and switches to the active video input
- Flexible EDID control manages the HDMI communication for any output
- Fully controllable through RS-232.
- Supports any HDMI resolution at 50Hz or 60 Hz.
- Can be cascaded to support up to 100 HDMI video displays

Michael Lakhter, VP, Sales for…

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DENVER, CO – September 6, 2007 – Control4, the leader in affordable IP-based control and entertainment systems, today announced that it will distribute the Sony High-Definition (HD) Video Distribution System (CAV-CVS12ES) which will be available to all Control4 Certified Dealers. Control4 is demonstrating the integrated HD video distribution system, which enables the streaming of 12 zones of high-definition video throughout the home, during the 2007 CEDIA Expo.

“Streaming video adds another major custom piece to the Control4 product line, one that customers are demanding as HD equipment becomes more widely available and affordable,” said Will West, Control4 Chief Executive Officer. “By combining our efforts with Sony Electronics, we’re giving our dealers and customers an integrated HD video solution that combines the best of both worlds—affordable whole-home automation and market-leading technology.”

The Sony CAV-CVS12ES gives users 12x12 video switch capability, distributing an HD signal up to 12 different monitors or HD televisions from 12 different sources over a single CAT5e…

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Saint Paul, Minn. -- Sanus Systems introduces an addition to its beautifully constructed Component AV Foundations furniture collection. The CFHT47 is a low-profile hutch, designed specifically for flat-panel TVs. It comes complete with a Sanus VisionMount VMPL50 flat-panel TV wall mount and ample storage space to house multiple AV components.

“The CFHT47 is a great option for people who want the modern look of a wall-mounted TV but the traditional style of an entertainment cabinet,” said Jim Wohlford, Sanus Systems general manager. “The hutch brings these two styles together in one furniture piece that makes a great addition to any home theater room.”

The CFHT47 is built from high-quality hardwood and red oak veneers with optional wood or smoked glass doors for the bottom cabinet and sliding glass doors for the upper shelf. Cabinet features include: storage space for AV components, adjustable shelves and a quick-release lower back panel for easy wire access.

The hutch also…

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Award-winning music servers updated with versatile enhancements for configuration and user operation

DENVER, CO, September 4, 2007 – Russound, the #1 brand in multiroom audio, has updated its SMS3 Smart Media Servers with software enhancements that make the award-winning products even easier to set up and enjoy. The new Version 3.0 of the Russound software provides installers with exciting new usability options that let them better tailor the media server to the client's wishes and to specific installation conditions.

"We're always listening to our dealers when we design and refine our products, and the refinements on the SMS3 were developed from their feedback," says Russound Senior Product Manager Andy Lewis. "As new technologies have become available, we've incorporated them with installers specifically in mind, and we think they'll find the enhancements we've built into the new Version 3.0 extremely useful."

Among the many refinements throughout the Version 3.0 software is a revised media player that…

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Minneapolis, MN, USA -- Chief Manufacturing, the industry leader in flat panel TV and projector mounts, introduces the next evolution of In-Wall Swing Arm Mounts for 26 -63” flat panels. At less than 8” wide, these flat panel swing arm wall mounts are the industry’s first fully integrated in-wall mount.

Chief’s new MIWV, MIWU and PIWU are a completely integrated package with the swing arm mount integrated with an in-wall box to simplify installation. The new mount design allows perfect on-wall positioning during installation without the need to disturb walls by cutting into studs or installing headers.

The new swing arm mount kits offer the ultimate in adjustability. Some of the most unique features of the new mounts are fingertip tilt (the mount can be tilted down 15 degrees) and ultra smooth adjustment. The in-wall arms also offer lateral shift and height adjustment for increased mounting flexibility!

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