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We would like to introduce two new products to our USB Type C range. These are dual port display adapters giving you a choice of USB C to HDMI + DisplayPort or USB C to HDMI + VGA. While these are not MST hubs, you can use the ports simultaneously for mirror and extend modes. These adapters will require your USB C port to have DP Alt-mode.   USB3C-HDMI-DP01 This USB type C adapter can output a DisplayPort and HDMI signal, it can be used to duplicate screen and extend... Read More

We would like to introduce our new range of long USB C display cables. These cables use chipsets in the connectors to convert and carry the signal further than the recommended distance of 2mtr so you can now take advantage of up to 5mtr. We have various types such as USB C to VGA, HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI and Mini DisplayPort. These cables require a source with DP alt mode enabled to work. The USB type C cable adapters are black and connectors have gold anti-corrosion contacts. USB3C-DP-1M – 1mtr USB... Read More

We are pleased to announce our new range of multimedia metal boxes. The AVMULTI-METALBOX range have metal casings with connectors of modular type so you can change/add as required, the connectors are coupler type so all you have to do is attach your cables. These boxes come with mounting holes for walls or desktops and they are available in 4 port and 7 port versions with or without a cable kit. The cable kits come complete with the AV box, 5mtr or 10mtr cables. AVMULTI-METALBOX-4PUSB is a 4 port AV... Read More

While they are not new, we had an addition to our patch panel range. These patch panels are quick and easy to set up by using clip in coupler style keystone jacks. It is as simple as plugging in patch cables, no stripping cables, no punching down and no need to carry tools. The patch panels are 24 port 1u with cable management bars that clip on to the back, they are pass-through couplers in either Cat5e, Cat6 or Cat6A shielded. Due to the fact that they clip in modules... Read More