The AV Technology Leader
5000+
products
600+
engineers
100+
patents
40+
offices worldwide
Every day, millions of people around the world are having their experiences enhanced by Extron audiovisual signal processing, distribution, and control products. Our advanced technologies create better looking images, higher quality sound, systems that are easier to control and work more reliably. Our powerful asset management tools are helping technology professionals efficiently manage large numbers of audiovisual systems deployed throughout their enterprises and institutions.
The AV Technology Leader
Audiovisual technology plays a crucial role for all types of organizations as they strive to improve the way they communicate. Well-designed AV technology systems make it possible to present high quality audio and video wherever it is needed to enable effective information sharing, whether you need to educate, make decisions, collaborate, monitor, notify, inspire, or entertain.
Extron products are purpose-built to work together, creating complete integrated technology solutions that work seamlessly with your IT infrastructure. With over 5,000 product solutions, the breadth of the Extron product line provides system designers with the flexibility to select the optimal solution for each application. All of this is backed by our exceptional support, industry recognized technology training, and the Extron Satisfaction Guarantee.
What We Do
Key Markets
Extron AV technology solutions serve the diverse needs of organizations around the world. Just as we are proficient at our core business of creating innovative solutions across all AV technologies, we also have unmatched experience and a deep understanding of the needs of customers in a wide range of vertical markets.
After more than 30 years in the AV industry, Extron is uniquely able to provide industry specific guidance to educational institutions, corporations, and government organizations, as well as the consultants and integrators who service them. We deliver valuable insight as they are deciding on AV investments, defining their AV strategy, marrying strategy with business goals, selecting appropriate products to ensure interoperability, planning ongoing support for end users, and preparing for future technologies.
Our technologies are used in the following key markets:
- Corporate
- Industrial
- Government
- Judicial Systems
- Primary and Secondary Schools
- Colleges and Universities
- Healthcare
- Houses of Worship
- Retail / Entertainment
- Hospitality / Meetings
AV System Applications
Anywhere that audio and video technologies can be found—which is increasingly everywhere—Extron technologies play an important role in reinforcing communication, empowering learning, facilitating collaboration, and enhancing ambiance. With over 5,000 products, we've got the right product to fit the scale and budget of nearly any project. Every day, AV system designers and integrators around the world use Extron products to create ideal solutions for an increasingly wide range of applications and environments.
- Training Rooms
- Boardrooms
- Collaboration Pods / Huddle Spaces
- Executive Briefing Rooms
- Classrooms
- Lecture Halls
- Meeting and Convention Venues
- Hospitals / Medical Training Facilities
- Courtrooms
- Legislative and Municipal Chambers
- Command and Control Facilities
- Simulation / Virtual Reality Spaces
- Emergency Operations Centers
- Shopping Centers / Restaurants
- Theme Parks / Casinos
- Museums / Concert Halls
- Sanctuaries / Worship Centers
- Gymnasiums / Multi-Purpose Rooms
- Exercise Facilities
Purpose-Built Hardware Solutions
Connect
Convert
Distribute
Control
Extron products switch, distribute, stream, and control AV signals from any source to any destination while maintaining signal integrity. They are carefully engineered to provide best-in-class performance, high energy efficiency and exceptional reliability.
Each product is designed to integrate seamlessly with other products to create comprehensive AV system solutions. A thoughtful, iterative product design process ensures that all products include features and capabilities that streamline the installation process and provide intuitive operation for end users.
Our products include:
- AV Control Systems
- Signal Converters
- Video Switchers and Matrix Switchers
- Distribution Amplifiers
- Video Signal Processors
- Twisted Pair Systems
- Fiber Optic Systems
- Streaming AV Systems
- Audio Amplifiers and Signal Processors
- Speakers
- Classroom AV Systems
- Architectural and AV Connectivity Solutions
- High Resolution Cables
Flexible Software Solutions
Configure
Program
Manage
Stream
Our AV control system software tools accelerate the deployment of intuitive AV control systems, while our powerful asset management applications provide an efficient method to manage and support audiovisual assets throughout a building, a campus, or the entire organization.
Extron pioneered the development of configurable AV control systems and our Global Configurator software makes it possible to rapidly deploy powerful, intuitive control systems.
To support the most demanding AV control system applications, we offer Global Scripter®, a feature-rich integrated development environment based on the Python scripting language. When combined with our Extron-exclusive ControlScript® Python library, programmers have all the tools they need to develop refined programmable control systems.
Innovation
Engineering Excellence and Innovation
Extron is committed to developing cutting edge technology that drives the industry forward, and our technical innovation has been recognized with over 100 patents. Engineering talent is critical to our success as an AV Technology leader, and we have over 600 engineers dedicated to the design, manufacture and support of our products. Our R&D and testing departments occupy over 250,000 square feet, including state-of-the-art testing labs and we have a multi-million dollar budget for engineering and test equipment. These vast engineering resources enable us to develop and deploy the core technologies that improve the performance, efficiency and reliability of audiovisual systems.
Since we develop our core technologies in-house, this affords us with an exceptional level of control over how our products work in the real world. We are able to continually refine the performance and features in response to user feedback. Our deep knowledge of the core technologies in our products also enhances our ability to provide the highest level of support to meet the interoperability challenges of constantly evolving signal and display technologies.
Digital Video
Proven technologies for maintaining signal integrity, ensuring device compatibility, overcoming content protection issues, and delivering ultra-fast switching
Energy Efficiency
Highly efficient Everlast™ power supplies and ENERGY STAR® qualified amplifiers
AV System Control
Powerful configurable and programmable control systems and global AV resource management software
Streaming Technologies
Standards based streaming hardware and software and the patented PURE3 codec, a unique wavelet-based compression technology that provides low latency, visually lossless compression that maintains original source quality and native resolution.
Advanced Video Signal Processing
The Vector 4K scaling engine is specifically designed for critical-quality 4K imagery, with best in class image upscaling and downscaling
Audio
Patented Flat Field® speaker design, CDRS™ technology for exceptional audio quality, and ProDSP™ a powerful audio DSP platform
Extron Training
Industry Leading Technology Training
Extron is the world’s leading provider of training to the professional AV industry, delivering training to over 12,000 AV professionals every year. We offer a wide variety of training and certification programs to help customers keep pace with new technologies and product developments.
Each new generation of AV technology presents a mix of opportunities and challenges. Extron has developed technology training that delivers foundational knowledge along with practical information on the tools and advanced techniques that AV system designers can use to create systems that meet customer expectations and perform reliably.
Extron certifications provide advanced instruction in the design, installation, and optimization of AV systems with Extron products. In addition to classroom instruction, all of our certifications involve hands on exercises and tests that validate the proficiency to accomplish critical tasks.
Extron Institute
AV Associate
Extron Control Specialist
Extron Control Professional
Extron Authorized Programmer
Extron ProDSP Specialist
Extron XTP Systems Design Engineer
Extron XTP Systems Technician
Global Support
With offices around the globe, Extron is able to provide dedicated, full-service support to customers worldwide. Extron’s global presence means that we are here for you, wherever you are.
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