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AURORA MULTIMEDIA Introduces the 4K60 1G Unified Communication AVoIP Transceiver with 8-Core 2.4GHz Processor & 8K60 Dual HDMI Outputs

MORGANVILLE, NJ June 14^th, 2023, (InfoComm 2023, Booth 2035) — Aurora Multimedia will be demonstrating the VPX-UC1 Ultra. It provides the most advanced 1G IP Streaming Unified Communications solutions on the market utilizing Aurora’s new Mimix™ CODEC technology. Mimix™ compression allows for near perfect reproduction of video and graphic images at resolutions up to 4K60 4:4:4 over 1G networks.  It has zero frame (1.78ms) latency and seamless switching for fast lag free content. The combined 8 Core 12 Android Processor allows any Android application to be run and combined with the streaming content as a source. Perfect for UC and Digital Signage applications, the VPX-UC1 Ultra sets a new standard in price and performance.

Features:

• Configure as Encoder or Decoder
• Zero Frame Latency (1.78ms)
• 4K60 4:4:4 UHD 120m over 1G CAT 5e
• HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2
• HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
• LPCM up to 12-channels, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD DTS HD Master Audio & ATMOS
• 12 bits color depth processing, 16bits OSD
• Enterprise Security (AES 256, 802.1x, HTTPS, & SSH)
• Scaling & Seamless Switching
• MJPEG Preview up to 720p30
• Video Wall with Image Rotation
• 2.5G LAN PoE+ and 1G SFP for Fiber or 2^nd RJ-45
• 2 HDMI Outputs, 1 HDMI Input
• Line In/Out Stereo
• RS-232 Serial Port and IR (In/Out)
• Channel Mapping with On-Screen Preview
• Integrated Web Server for Configuration
• USB 2.0 Ports for Cameras, HID Devices, Mass Storage, etc.
• Dante^® 2/8 Ch Audio License Options & Dante Controller
• Rack and Under Table Mounting

Processor

• 8 Core 2.4GHz Processor
• Android 12
• 1TB SSD Option
• 3 USB 3.1
• Dual 8K60 HDMI Outputs
• ReAX Control Engine
• Works with Zoom^®, Teams^®, WebEx^®, Office^® 365, and any other Android App.

AI Option

• 6TOP NPU for AI
• Gender, Age, & Emotion Prediction.
• People Counting   

AURORA MULTIMEDIA’S “Perceivably Perfect” 4K60 4:4:4 1Gbps AV over IP Transceivers with Zero Frame Latency

MORGANVILLE, NJ June 14^th, 2023, (InfoComm 2023, Booth 2035) — Aurora Multimedia will be demonstrating the VPX Series providing one of the most advanced 1G IP Streaming solutions on the market utilizing Aurora’s Mimix™ CODEC technology. Mimix™ compression allows for near perfect reproduction of video and graphic images at resolutions up to 4K60 4:4:4 over 1G networks.  It has zero frame (1.78ms) latency and seamless switching for fast lag free content. Power consumption is important as VPX uses as little as 8 watts saving a lot of money in utility bills as it uses 1/3 the power of comparable systems. In addition, the VPX Series has the only 2 gang transceiver wall plate on the market.

Digital signage, education, corporate, and residential are just a few markets which benefit from the flexibility and low cost of the VPX Pro series. 

AURORA MULTIMEDIA Announces 8K HDMI 2.1 Test Pattern Generator & Analyzer with SDVoE Option and AVoIP Tests

MORGANVILLE, NJ June 14^th, 2023, (InfoComm 2023, Booth 2035) — Aurora Multimedia will be demonstrating the TPG-8K 8K test pattern generator with analyzer to focus on AV over IP in addition to HDMI. AVoIP has quickly become the leading distribution for our industry, which is why we built a device to properly test the image quality from end to end.  The latency performance of the stream is just as important which is why we added the ability to measure end to end latency including the network switch latency. Along with HDMI, HDCP, and EDID analyzing assures an install or lab testing goes smooth and quickly. We even made it rack mountable for use at a headend to send patterns or view content on the HDMI or SDVoE with optional expansion card.

Features:

• Supports video resolution outputs up to 8K60 4:2:0 10bits, 8K30 4:4:4 & 4K2K 120Hz
• Supports HDR, which is 4K2K@60 4:2:0 10-bits/12-bits
• Built-in motion video patterns
• HDMI input and output support up to HDMI 2.1 & HDCP 1.4/2.3
• Fundamental HDMI feature analysis up to 8K4K@60 4:2:0 8bit HDMI 2.1 input
• HDCP & EDID Analysis
• AV over IP Test Patterns and Latency Analyzer
• Wide frequency range: 25MHz~1188MHz
• 40G Input & 48G Output Video bandwidth
• 7” Capacitive Touch Screen & Web Server for remote control
• Battery powered for portability; it can extend operation time with full load up to 3 hours

AURORA MULTIMEDIA Announces the SKR-22T-XFR 2’ x 2’ Ceiling Tile 25 Watt Speaker

MORGANVILLE, NJ June 14th, 2023, (InfoComm 2023, Booth 2035) — Aurora Multimedia will be demonstrating the SKR 22T-XFR the latest speaker innovation. This lightweight speaker delivers clear sound with fidelity not normally found on typical ceiling speakers. Its ability to reproduce 180-degree sound field allows the use of only one speaker in a room for mono operation. Installation is quick, less costly, and less messy as there is no cutting of ceiling tiles or backboxes to mount. Just drop the tile into a 2x2 ceiling grid, connect the speaker wire and you are done. For 4x2 ceiling grids, all that is required is to cut the tile in half and add a standard ceiling divider.

With full range of audio, not only do presenters sound clear and crisp, but the presentation material is produced without missing the lows or the highs compared to the typical 5” to 6” round ceiling speakers.

Add a 25-watt PoE+ Dante amplifier using the Aurora DTX-AMP25-M to further complete the room audio solution. The DTX-AMP25-M can also take Line in for analog systems as well.

Once again, Aurora is setting the standard in low-cost high-end solutions. 

Features:

• 25 Watts RMS
• Fits in Standard 2’ x 2’ Drop Ceiling Grid
• Frequency Response: 50Hz – 15KHz +/-10dB
• 8 Ohm & 70v/100v
• 180 Degree Coverage
• UL94V-0 Rated Materials
• Patented Technology
• Low Cost and Simplified Installation
• Internal Auto Resettable Fuse Protection
• Dimensions: 23-3/4 x 23-3/4 x 2-3/32 (60.3 x 60.3 x 5.3)
• Weight 3lb 6.4oz(1.54kg)

AURORA MULTIMEDIA Announces the Ultimate Intel Powered NUC PC for AV

MORGANVILLE, NJ June 14^th, 2023, (InfoComm 2023, Booth 2035) — Aurora Multimedia will be demonstrating the RXS‑2 a 12^th Generation Intel NUC Element PC designed for the AV industry and more. Its small size allows for mounting behind displays and under tables. It can also be rack mounted as two in a 1RU or 12 in 5RU. Available in i5 & i7 with 500GB or 1TB SSD. The RXS-2 has dual 4K60 4:4:4 HDMI outputs and one HDMI input for capture of 4K signals. Wi-Fi 6, 2.5G LAN, 1G LAN, USB 3.1, and RS-232 ports make it perfect for unified communications and digital signage applications. Sometimes it is the little things that make a big difference and that is where the OLED comes in. The front OLED will display IP address, MAC address, serial number, and more which is great for servicing. Finally, a PC made to simplify installations with a powerful processor and features beyond a typical PC.

Features:

• Intel i5 or i7 Processor
• 16GB or 32GB RAM
• 500GB or 1TB SSD
• Windows or Linux OS
• 2 HDMI Outputs
• 1 HDMI Input (4K30 Capture)
• 1Gbps LAN Port (PoE++)
• 2.5Gbps LAN Port (PoE++)
• 2 USB 3.1 Front
• 1 USB 3.1 Type-C Rear
• RS-232
• Line In and Out
• Front Status Display
• Integrated Wi-Fi 6
• USB Type-C Power
• 1RU Dual Rack Mount (RK2-1-K)
• 5RU 12 Unit Rack Mount (RK2-5-K)

AURORA MULTIMEDIA Announces our ReAX Control Running on Sony ProBRAVIA Displays

MORGANVILLE, NJ June 14^th, 2023, (InfoComm 2023, Booth 2035) — Aurora Multimedia demonstrates our ReAX Control platform; it runs natively within the Sony BZ SERIES ProBRAVIA displays. ReAX is a Node.js based control system platform designed to run on Linux, Android, and Windows. Sony’s platform uses Android which allows Aurora to develop a version that would run natively inside the displays. 

Utilizing our free Core Studio software tool, any control interface, web pages, and automation can be served up from the display without the need for any additional equipment.  Since ReAX is based on Node.js, it can also be coded in JavaScript and HTML; following industry standards which provides a huge advantage over proprietary control systems. 

Simply mount the display, load the ReAX files into the unit via LAN or WIFI and the display now becomes a full-blown control system capable of automatic conferencing or anything else control systems navigate/operate. The interface can be served up to any alternative device on the network, or directly on the display itself with the remote control. 

In addition, Aurora plans to allow the new (RXT-4D) 4” desktop controller with Dante beam forming microphone to work directly with the Sony displays to make a powerful unified communication combination.

Paul Harris CEO - “This is a very exciting moment for Aurora as it will be the first professional commercial display running our ReAX control system platform on its internal processor. This demonstrates the power of ReAX and is the beginning of Aurora expanding our platform into just about any device running Android.”

AURORA MULTIMEDIA Announces the IPX-TS3A Pro SDVoE Simultaneous Transceiver

MORGANVILLE, NJ June 14^th, 2023, (InfoComm 2023, Booth 2035) — Aurora Multimedia will be demonstrating the IPX-TS3A Pro SDVoE Simultaneous Transceiver. The IPX-TS3A provides one of the most advanced IP Streaming solutions on the market utilizing SDVoE technology. It is the industry’s first simultaneous 4K transceiver with zero compression (4K60 4:2:0, 4K30 4:4:4), lossless compression (4K60 4:4:4), and zero frame latency based on the SDVoE platform. Using a transmitter (encoder) and receiver (decoder), respectively, used to be the standard – until now. The IPX can be set up as either one or both at the same time over a single cable to make installation, inventory, and troubleshooting easier.

Features

• Simultaneous Transmitter (Encoder) and Receiver (Decoder) over single CAT cable
• 4K60 4:4:4 Over 10G Fiber or Copper
• 1.3:1 Lossless Compression and Zero Frame Latency (100us) for 4K60 4:4:4
• Zero Compression/Frame Latency (22us) for 4K60 4:2:0 and below
• Secure Content Encryption
• 128x128 Capable with HDCP, Larger for Non-Encrypted Sources
• Video Wall Capability (8x8)
• Windowing/Multi-viewer up to 16 windows
• 3ms Scaling
• Seamless Switching including local inputs & Break-away Switching
• Audio DSP
• SFP+ for Multi/Single Mode Fiber
• 10/100/1000Mbps LAN PoE (PD)
• Line In/Out Stereo
• RS-232 Serial Port and IR (Bidirectional)
• USB 1.1 (HID) or USB 2.0 480Mbps IP Extension
• Dante®/AES67 IP 2Ch and 8Ch Audio (Optional)
• ReAX IP Control (Option)
• Front Keypad with OLED Display
• Auto Sense Switching
• Rack and Under Table Mounting

AURORA MULTIMEDIA Announces the DTX-AMP25-M Dante 25 Watt PoE+ Amplifier

MORGANVILLE, NJ June 14^th, 2023, (InfoComm 2023, Booth 2035) — Aurora Multimedia will be demonstrating the DTX-AMP25-M 25-Watt PoE+ Dante amplifier which allows audio distribution of small to very large scale. The small form factor and light weight allows it to be mounted just about anywhere. The 4/8 Ohm out can drive 2 speakers in parallel saving cost. It also features an OLED for IP Address and other status information for better setup and serviceability.

Features:

• 25-Watt PoE+ Mono Amplifier
• Dante/AES67
• Analog Line In
• OLED Display with Selection Buttons for Status Information
• Power/Status Indicators
• 4/8 Ohm Output
• USB Device Port
• RS-232 Control
• Internal Web Server for Remote Diagnostics and Settings
• Only 3.28” x 1” x 4.47” (8.3cm x 2.5cm x 11.3cm)

AURORA MULTIMEDIA Announces the CW-1 HDMI to USB3.1 4K Capture

MORGANVILLE, NJ June 14^th, 2023, (InfoComm 2023, Booth 2035) — Aurora Multimedia will be demonstrating the CW-1, an HDMI 1.4b to USB 3.1 4K converter for use with Android, Linux, and Windows.  Its small size allows it to discreetly hide behind devices. The CW-1 is powered by a USB port and indicates this with a blue LED. The HDMI input can take up to 4K30 4:4:4 and scale down to 1080p for USB 2.0 usage of 1080p. The CW-1 includes a USB Type-C to USB Type A cable.

Features:

•       1 HDMI 1.4b Input

•       1 USB 3.1 Type-C

•       Blue LED Power Indicator

•       4K30 4:4:4 with Down-Scaling

•       USB 3.1 Type-C to Type A Cable Included

•       Dimensions: 3.16” x 1.51” x 0.69” (80.26mm x 38.35mm x 17.53mm)

•       Weight 1.9oz (55g)

AURORA MULTIMEDIA’S AV Over IP VPX Series uses Software Dante for Shorter Lead Times

MORGANVILLE, NJ June 14th, 2023, (InfoComm 2023, Booth 2035) — Aurora Multimedia is pleased to announce the new VPX Series is now utilizing Audinate’s Dante Software based solution. This eliminates the need for additional hardware-based components for the Dante feature and assures all VPX products can be enable with 2 or 8 channel.

“Since our beginning, Aurora has always tried to push new methods and technologies into the industry. Working with Audinate, we have been able to introduce a software-based solution for Dante in our VPX Series by embedding the capability into the AV over IP ASIC.”, states Paul Harris CEO of Aurora.

“We’re excited to partner with Aurora and their use of Dante Embedded Platform in the VPX series,” states Joshua Rush, CMO of Audinate. “By utilizing our software-based version of Dante, Aurora is able to deliver up to 8 channels of Dante audio with ultimate speed to market and flexibility.”

AURORA MULTIMEDIA’S “Perceivably Perfect” 4K60 4:4:4 1Gbps AV over IP Transceiver & Transmitter Wall Plate

MORGANVILLE, NJ June 14th, 2023, (InfoComm 2023, Booth 2035) — Aurora Multimedia will be demonstrating the VPX Pro Series providing one of the most advanced 1G IP Streaming solutions on the market utilizing Aurora’s new Mimix™ CODEC technology. Mimix™ compression allows for near perfect reproduction of video and graphic images at resolutions up to 4K60 4:4:4 over 1G networks.  It has only one frame (16.6ms) of latency and seamless switching for fast lag free content. Power consumption is important as the VPX uses as little as 8 watts. It does this with no fan and a small form factor saving a lot of money in utility bills as it uses 1/3 the power of comparable systems. 

Audio, video, data, and control can be sent securely to one or many units using off-the-shelf 1G RJ-45 Ethernet switch. When the VPX-TC1 box unit is set up to be a transmitter, the 2 HDMI inputs become a source switch and the HDMI output becomes a potential loop out. When set up as a receiver, a user can select the local HDMI inputs or an IP source. The VPX-TX1 2 gang wall unit is a transmitter with 2 inputs and USB making it the first of its type for 4K60 4:4:4 premium 1G AVoIP. Seamless switching of the sources further enhances the presentation. Regardless of how the VPX is set up, the audio can be de-embedded at any location, and/or be sent to or received from a Dante® enabled device. The USB is also flexible, working as a KVM and/or a high-speed data transfer (200Mbps) for memory sticks & cameras. Each VPX-TC1 USB feature can also be set as a host or a device. To keep the system friendly, an OSD and integrated web server are available for easy navigation and setup of features.

Digital signage, education, corporate, and residential are just a few markets which benefit from the flexibility and low cost of the VPX Pro series.