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Power-over-CAT5 for USB Devices

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VidaBox launches the vCharger and vPower station combo-- a complete long-distance power-over-CAT5 USB charging solution ideal for use with mobile devices.

VidaboxThe vCharger unit draws voltage from a vPower station (via CAT5) and converts it to charge a connected USB device. Using a custom power-over-CAT5 design, it provides power for up to 100m.

You can connect up to x4 vCharger units to a single vPower station via vPower 4-port adapter.

The vCharger has no moving parts and is designed for ultra-reliable, long term use within a compact (3"x2"x2") design. It is easily hidden inside in-wall/back boxes and functions without ventilation (it is not rated for standalone, in-wall use).

For added flexibility the vCharger is also backwards compatible with older PoE switches as power sources.

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HDMI Connections in Tight Spaces

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Sanus ELM 4900Sanus launches the Sanus Elements ELM4900-- a super-slim 90-degree HDMI adapter designed for HDMI connections in tight spaces.

Featuring an angled connector 75% shorter than typical HDMI connectors, it is ideal for use behind mounted ultra-thin TVs.

The adapter works with 3DTvs and components, handles resolutions of up to 4K and supports 10-, 12- and 16-bit colour depths.

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The Wireless HDMI Cable Replacement

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Marmitek launches the GigaView 811 A/V sender, a plug-and-play solution for the wireless connection of HDMI-compatible devices to HDTVs or projectors.

MarmitekIt sends signals from any device with HDMI output (complete with 3D support), with HDCP standard compliancy and zero compression.

The GigaView 811 comes in 2 parts-- transmitter and receiver. The receiver is small (95x95x32mm) and easily mountable beneath TVs or next to projectors.

Being plug-and-play it is also ideal for turning PCs into media centres without installation of software.

Operational range is up to 10m (with line of sight) or 5m (without LOS).

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Marmitek Splitter Range

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Marmitek launches three HDMI splitters as part of the Connect range-- the Split 412, 414, and 422, all supporting 3D formats and coming inside "solid" interference-free metal cases.

SplitterThe splitters carry a built-in repeater and equiliser, which Marmitek says ensure picture and sound quality retention while allowing the use of longer HDMI cables.

The Split 412 allows the connection of 1 HD source to x2 HDTVs, while the 414 connects 1 HD source to x4 HDTV. The 422 connects x2 HD sources to X2 HDTVs or projectors, with a built-in HDMI switch providing easy switching between video sources.

The Split series has ATC certification and is compatible with all HDMI-certified devices.

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Boosting Cooling With Cool-slim

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Active Thermal Management launches Cool-slim-- a slim component cooler designed to boost existing (but insufficient) ventilation for A/V components.

Cool-slimIdeal for overheating problems due to components sitting on closely-spaced shelves, you only need to put it on top of a hot component needing more ventilation.

Uses all-electronic thermal switching circuitry, it pulls hot air out, discharging it to the front and rear, cooling components with and without vent openings in their top covers.

The Cool-slim is only 4cm high-- or 3cm if you remove the feet.

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