Cat-5 AV distribution system: Hall Research Technology VSA-31

Designed to add high-end AV capabilities to classrooms and conference rooms, the VSA-31 from Hall Research Technologies integrates AV switching, projector control, video transmission over UTP and audio amplification in one package.

Designed to add high-end AV capabilities to classrooms and conference rooms, the VSA-31 from Hall Research Technologies integrates AV switching, projector control, video transmission over UTP and audio amplification in one package. The unit is comprised of a transmitter, configured as a four-gang wallplate, and a small receiver. The transmitter provides individual buttons for selecting among two PCs or a TV (S video or composite) source. It sends the selected input signal to a receiver via Cat-5 cables up to 750 feet. The system features a built-in stereo audio amplifier with volume control to drive 4- to 8-ohm speakers. According to the company, the VSA-31 supports resolutions up to 1600x1200 and features automatic long-cable compensation for any length of UTP cable to 750 feet. Price: N/A. For more information, contact Hall Research Technologies at 800-959-6439 or at www.Mini-Cat.com.