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HDBaseT amplifier integrates remote AV zones

April 14, 2014

CYP (UK) has launched the AU-A300-HBT, a compact 2-channel 30W amplifier with an integrated HDBaseT digital receiver.

CYP (UK) has launched the AU-A300-HBT, a compact 2-channel 30W amplifier with an integrated HDBaseT digital receiver for multi-zone audio distribution over standard Ethernet cabling. Available from CIE-Group, the UK distributor for CYP, the rack-mount unit is aimed at integration into remote AV zones.

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The AU-A300-HBT amplifier/HDBaseT receiver features direct inputs for HDMI, RCA, Toslink and stereo mini jack, allowing AV source inputs which include MP3, iPod/iPad, and audio outputs from a television.

The AU-A300-HBT is compatible with CYP’s range of HDBaseT matrix devices. It also incorporates an additional HDBaseT output, to allow for additional HDBaseT zones, or can be used to repeat the signal to further HDBaseT 2-channel amplifier/digital AV receivers.

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