NAV E 121 - 1G Pro AV over IP Compact Encoder - HDMI

For Extron Prices, please contact our Technical Sales Team on +00 44 (0)1202 872771 or email us at sales@itm-components.co.uk

Brochure

The Extron NAV E 121 is a compact Pro AV over IP encoder that streams ultra-low latency, high quality HDMI video and audio over a standard 1 Gbps copper Ethernet interface. Using the Extron patented PURE3® codec, the NAV® Series delivers groundbreaking performance with real-time, lossless video at resolutions up to 4K @ 60 Hz with 4:4:4 chroma sampling. The NAV E 121 is compatible with all NAV 1 Gig copper scaling decoders, increasing the flexibility and scalability for large deployments. Support for embedded digital HDMI and AES67 audio over IP facilitates flexible integration with DMP Plus DSPs or other IP-enabled audio components. Purpose-built to support demanding professional AV applications, the highly scalable and powerful NAV platform enables secure deployment of AV signals to thousands of endpoints.

PURE3 Codec

NAV encoders and scaling decoders utilize the latest evolution of the Extron PURE3 codec. This patented, wavelet-based compression technology offers improved network resiliency. The PURE3 codec tolerates bursty network traffic found on converged networks while exceeding the performance characteristics of standards-based compression systems. Others rely on delicate third-party codecs that fail when exposed to unpredictable network traffic. Those codecs require costly isolated networks, but PURE3 is the ONLY codec designed for the Pro AV industry that delivers robust, pristine video on converged or isolated networks. With sub-frame latency, PURE3 processes video signals with 4:4:4 color quantization, while maintaining the original source quality and native resolution. PURE3 Intelligent Selective Streaming is an exclusive Extron technology that leverages periods of low motion in streamed content to enhance streaming performance. The PURE3 codec also features advanced error concealment, providing high immunity to network errors such as bit errors, jitter, out-of-order, and dropped data packets. PURE3 error concealment provides robust picture delivery without the increased latency or bandwidth typically introduced by other error correction schemes.

1 Gbps Ethernet

Designed for 1 Gbps Ethernet networks, the NAV E 121 streams high quality video and audio, delivering an accurate reproduction of original source content. By using standard 1000Base-T 1 Gbps copper Ethernet infrastructure, the NAV E 121 facilitates flexible system design and cost-effective streaming over large distances. The NAV E 121 can be remotely powered with PoE powering over a PoE-compliant network switch or PoE injector, eliminating the need for external power supplies. Ideal for corporate video distribution, command and control, education, or training applications, the NAV E 121 is a perfect solution for any installation where reliable, high quality AV over IP video distribution is desired.

HDCP 2.3

The NAV E 121 is fully compliant with HDCP 2.3 for transmission of UHD content encrypted with the HDCP standard. It also features Extron Key Minder® to enhance and simplify the integration of HDMI-equipped devices. For HDMI signals with protected content, Key Minder authenticates and maintains continuous HDCP encryption to support quick and reliable transmission across a network infrastructure. If the HDCP-encrypted content is streamed to a non-compliant display, the receiver sends a full-screen green signal, providing immediate visual feedback that the protected content cannot be viewed on the display.

Interoperability with AES67

The NAV platform supports the AES67 standard for transmission of audio over IP networks, facilitating integration with DMP Plus DSPs or other IP-enabled audio components. The AES67 standard provides interoperability between the predominant network audio over IP protocols in use today. The use of this standard enables AV integrators to add audio networking technology more easily into a variety of applications, ensuring reliable performance and flexibility in the distribution of audio signals.

Quick and Reliable Switching

NAV systems are not limited to video extension and distribution. Multiple encoders and decoders can be deployed together to create an IP-based video and audio matrix. NAV Pro AV over IP solutions provide the flexibility of an IP-based system, with the integration-friendly video and audio switching features found in Extron conventional matrix switchers, such as Key Minder, EDID Minder®, and USB and audio breakaway. Design an IP-based switching system with multiple endpoints and an Extron Pro Series control system for secure switching. The NAVigator System Manager enhances matrix switching capabilities, featuring advanced control and enterprise-level system monitoring.

Priority Routing enables users to create custom tags to ensure that data is properly segregated, and endpoints are more easily located. Users can assign multiple tags to an endpoint using NAVigator software. Used in conjunction with an Extron control system, tags can be leveraged to classify, segregate, or quickly locate endpoints. Priority Routing is useful in systems with multiple security classification levels or in applications that manage many rooms over an enterprise or campus.

Easy Setup and Configuration

The NAV E 121 features a built-in, user-friendly web interface for easy access to network settings, bitrate adjustments, and other parameters from a standard web browser. In addition to the web interface, the NAV E 121 supports configuration from Extron PCS – Product Configuration Software. Deployments will benefit from the required NAVigator System Manager, a powerful, secure, purpose-built appliance for centralized management and control of NAV systems.

Security

The NAV System is secure by design. All NAV endpoints support 802.1X port-based Network Access Control. When applied, 802.1X authentication requires that all devices are approved before network access is granted. Video and data streams are also encrypted with SRTP - Secure Real-Time Transport Protocol. NAV systems work natively with Extron Pro Series control systems, which feature a Secure Platform Interface that encrypts all commands from control processor to endpoint. Together, NAV and Extron Pro Series control systems create the most secure and reliable Pro AV over IP solution on the market. With the NAVigator System Manager, all communication between the manager and endpoints is encrypted with SSH – Secure Shell protocol. The highly secure nature of the NAV E 121 ensures peace of mind for any modern Pro AV application running over a network.

System Monitoring and Control

The NAVigator System Manager turns the NAV system into a powerful and flexible IP?based matrix solution. The NAVigator is a purpose?built appliance with an intuitive, user?friendly interface for centralized management and control of NAV deployments. In addition to easy setup, configuration, and quick switching, the NAVigator includes extensive features for monitoring, diagnostics, and troubleshooting NAV systems. It also enables simultaneous configuration, bulk firmware upgrades, backup, and restoration of multiple NAV endpoints from a single browser. An optional NAVigator LinkLicense is available to enable third-party control of NAV systems. These third-party control systems can use SIS commands* to make and break NAV connections in addition to various other functions. However, Extron Pro Series control system integration with the NAVigator is required to control Secure Platform Devices on NAV endpoints such as RS?232 control ports. The NAVigator System Manager acts as a centralized communication bridge for secure, end?to?end AES encrypted control of all attached devices.

*The third-party control LinkLicense does not enable control of SPD devices.

Pro Series Control

All NAV endpoints have a built-in Pro Series control port for RS?232, effectively expanding Extron Pro Series control systems beyond the physical location of the control processor. This unique Extron feature eliminates the need for additional control processors at the endpoints. NAV Pro Series control ensures cost-effective, encrypted control of devices anywhere the network can reach. NAV is an ideal solution for any application requiring device control, flexible video and audio switching, and reliable transmission of high-quality content over long distances.

Scalability

The NAV platform has nearly limitless extensibility and scalaility. A single NAVigator System Manager can support up to 240 NAV endpoints and multiple NAVigators can work together to support thousands of NAV endpoints. Any NAV encoder can deliver flawless video to one, or all NAV decoders over the IP network.

Features

• New PURE3® Codec delivers improved network resiliency — The patented PURE3 codec delivers lossless 4K/60 4:4:4 video with ultra-low latency and efficient bit rates. PURE3 tolerates the bursty network traffic found on converged networks. It is the ONLY codec designed for the Pro AV industry that delivers robust, pristine video on converged or isolated networks.
• New PURE3 Intelligent Selective Streaming reduces bandwidth requirements? — ISS is an exclusive Extron technology that leverages periods of low motion video content to achieve extremely low bitrates while maintaining lossless video performance. ISS significantly reduces the bandwidth required for low motion video such as presentations and spreadsheets allowing more streams over converged networks without sacrificing video quality.
• New Expanded AES67 capabilities — NAV encoders and decoders can transmit or receive an AES67 audio stream. The AES67 audio over IP standard provides compatibility with Extron and third-party DSP processors.
• New Confidence Preview — Stream preview available in the encoder, decoder, or NAVigator browser interface.
• New Configurable Power Priority — Selects PoE or line power priority for power management and redundancy.
• New HDMI 2.0 input and loop-out at resolutions up to 4K/60 with 4:4:4 chroma
• Compact and economical HDMI video and audio encoding, distribution, and switching over 1 Gbps
• Key Minder® continuously verifies HDCP compliance for quick, reliable switching - Key Minder authenticates and maintains continuous HDCP encryption between input and output devices to ensure quick and reliable switching in professional AV environments, while enabling simultaneous distribution of a single source signal to one or more displays.
• Extron-patented PURE3® codec capable of lossless 4K/60 4:4:4 video with ultra-low latency
• PURE3 error concealment delivers high immunity to network errors without adding latency
• Ultra-low latency with high quality video — Streams professional-grade video with ultra-low latency using Extron’s unique wavelet-based PURE3® codec, guaranteeing exceptional user experience and accurate reproduction of every detail.
• HDCP 2.3 compliant — Ensures display of content-protected media and interoperability with other HDCP-compliant devices.
• PoE+ compatibility eliminates the need for a local power supply — PoE+ enables receipt of power directly from the PoE switch, eliminating the need for bulky local power supplies.
• SRTP stream encryption — SRTP - Secure Real-Time Transport Protocol ensures encryption, message authentication, and data integrity for video and data streams.
• Audio breakaway enables independent audio and video switching — Provides the capability to break away an audio signal from its corresponding video signal.
• Priority Routing — Assign custom tags to end points using NAVigator software. Tags can be used to further classify endpoints, easily locate them on the network, or apply rules for routing with an Extron control system.
• 802.1X port-based Network Access Control — Supports 802.1X port-based authentication, requiring that all devices are approved before network access is granted.
• Certified FIPS 140-2 module — Extron cryptographic module meets NIST and CCS guidelines and is certified by CMVP to the FIPS 140-2 information processing standard in order to ensure protection of sensitive data.
• Active Directory support — Integrates with Microsoft® Active Directory, simplifying user management, group authentication, and helping to maintain strong security policies.
• Adjustable bit rate — Select bit rates while maintaining image quality for a more flexible network configuration that easily adapts to different application requirements. A non-blocking solution is available to accommodate even very large installations.
• HDMI loop-through — Local HDMI output provides signal for a local display, an AV system, or a hardware codec, enabling monitoring or sharing of content without the need for a separate distribution amplifier.
• Embedded web interface — Intuitive, user-friendly embedded web interface simplifies device configuration, setup, and system operation.
• EDID Minder® automatically manages EDID communication between connected devices — EDID Minder ensures that all sources power up properly and reliably output content for display.
• HDCP Visual Confirmation - When HDCP-encrypted content is transmitted to a non?HDCP compliant display, a full-screen green signal is sent to the display for immediate visual confirmation that protected content cannot be viewed on that display.
• Integrates with Pro Series control systems for secure, user-friendly external control - Designed to integrate directly with Extron Pro Series control systems for secure, encrypted RS-232 control of external devices without the need for additional control processors.
• Secure Platform Interface — Working natively with NAV Systems, Extron Pro Series control systems offer flexible system management and matrix switching control via a Secure Platform Interface that encrypts all commands from control processor to endpoint.
• Together, NAV and Extron Pro Series control systems create the most secure and reliable Pro AV over IP solution on the market.
• Multicast filtering with IGMPv2/v3 - Supports multicast filtering for lower bandwidth consumption. Enables use of standard network equipment.
• One-button endpoint identification - Identify endpoints with an ID button and indicator for quick discovery of units on a network, simplifying diagnostics and installation.
• 1" (2.5 cm) high, quarter rack width metal enclosure - Compact, low-profile enclosure for discreet placement and concealment. Allows for 4 units on a 1U shelf for high density mounting.
• ZipClip® 200 included — Enables quick and secure mounting to rack rails, tables, shelves, and lecterns.
• Optional External Extron Everlast™ power supply PS 1220 (70-1259-01) — Provides worldwide power compatibility with high demonstrated reliability and low power consumption. Covered by a 7 year parts and labor warranty.