Centronics Launches Elite HD-Branded HSMX Series 4×4 HDMI Over Cat5e/Cat6e Matrix System

STEVENSVILLE, Md., Oct. 06, 2009 — Centronics, Inc. (centronics.com), a leading distributor of audio, video, and accessory products for the residential, commercial, and security markets since 1959, is proud to announce the launch of its Elite HD-branded HSMX Series 4×4 HDMI matrix system for HDMI over Cat5e or Cat6e. Now shipping, each unit is has an MSRP of $1,199.99.

“Our new HSMX Series is a true 4×4 matrix system,” explained Tony Pelura, Centronics general manager. “A 4 x HDMI to 4 x Cat5e matrix extender allows HDTV to be displayed up to 150 feet away from the matrix unit using two Cat5e cables. The 4×4 matrix eliminates the need to disconnect and reconnect sources to different displays.”

Centronics’ new EHD-branded HSMX-CB and HSMX-WP comes complete with IR extenders, discrete IR remote controls, and four HDMI to Cat5e/6 converters via stand only boxes (HSMX-CB) or wall plates (HSMX-WP).

Additional specs of the Elite HD-branded HSMX Series include:

· Switch easily between any four HDMI sources

· Distributes any of the four inputs to any or any combination of the four Cat5e output displays

· Maintains resolutions up to 1080p

· HDMI 1.3 and HDCP compliant

“The HSMX Series is just the latest Centronics and EHD innovation, continuing our trend of leading the way with new and useful tools for our customers’ installations,” concluded Pelura.

EHD is a line of HD products branded by Centronics, Inc. Pricing and specs subject to change without notice. For more information, please call (800) 638-0741, or visit www.centronics.com to see the complete line.

About Centronics

For 50 years, Centronics has been a leader in the distribution of A/V, DBS, off-air, high definition, home theater speakers and accessories, and satellite and antenna products. As the industry has changed, Centronics has met those changes head on. What will never change is our commitment to provide quality products at reasonable prices. Centronics stocks products such as TV mounts by Video Mount Products, satellite distribution equipment by SPAUN, antennas and off-air accessories by Winegard and AntennaCraft, home theater equipment…from HD cables to speakers…by CWI, Speco Technologies, and Universal Remote Control.

At Centronics, our knowledgeable sales staff and customer service is second-to-none. Our technical expertise is the best in the business. And with thousands of parts in stock, our customers can be sure we have what they are looking for. With Centronics, every customer can feel confident that we are not just their distributor, but their A/V partner, as well.

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