Extron has announced the availability of a new switching encoder with USB connectivity.
The NAV E 222 USB-C and HDMI Switching Encoder adds USB-C input capability and input switching to the NAV Pro AV over IP Series platform, providing AV system designers with flexible options to create powerful streaming systems.
Versatile input switching modes are configurable as auto or manual switching, while the encoder can power a USB-C device with up to 100 watts using an optional UPI 100 Power Inserter.
It also supports the AES67 audio-over-IP standard, facilitating flexible integration with Extron DMP Plus DSPs or other IP-enabled audio components.
Casey Hall, chief marketing officer for Extron, said: "We’re pleased to introduce the NAV E 222 switching encoder with new USB-C connectivity, meeting the growing demand for modern, versatile AV integration.
"With all the power and reliability you've come to expect from our award-winning NAV Series, as well as the ability to power and charge connected USB-C devices, the NAV E 222 brings added convenience and efficiency to any Pro AV installation."
The highly scalable NAV platform enables secure deployment of AV signals to thousands of endpoints.
NAV is said to be the only no-compromise Pro AV over IP solution for distribution and switching of ultra-low latency video and audio signals over an Ethernet network at low bitrates.
It delivers lossless video over IP at resolutions up to 4K/60 with 4:4:4 chroma sampling and ultra-low latency.
The NAV Series offers both 1 Gbps and 10 Gbps encoders and decoders while providing interoperability across both systems.