Simplifying integration and assuring seamless interoperability of commercial projects, Future Ready Solutions, a national distributor, introduces systems integrators to several new connectivity solutions at InfoComm 2024.  

(Bonita Springs, Florida) May 21, 2024 – Dedicated to helping systems integrators design, sell, and install connectivity systems that transmit the full capabilities of 4K and 8K HDMI, gigabit and 10-gigabit networks and end-to-end fiber optic systems, Future Ready Solutions brings its diverse portfolio of products to InfoComm 2024 at Booth #C10157. 

Future Ready Solutions stocks a robust assortment of best-in-class connectivity solutions proven to work reliably together, making it the go-to resource for over 1,500 dealers in the industry. Commercial integrators will find the products, service, and support they need to successfully deploy advanced networking systems for a broad range of applications. 

During InfoComm, Future Ready Solutions will feature new products from three of their premier technology partners: Kordz, LightSpeed Technologies, and Xtreme Power.

Kordz ONE Balanced Audio Cable and XLR Connectors 

Meticulously designed and engineered, award-winning new ONE Balanced Audio Cable and XLR Connectors offer systems integrators a robust, fast, and effective connectivity solution for professional audio installations. Featuring high-purity stranded OFC conductors and aluminum foil shielding, ONE Balanced Audio Cable is exceptionally flexible and easy to install and ensures minimal signal interference over extended distances. The cable’s installation-friendly, flexible, and durable design makes it ideally suited for professional installations. The ONE Balanced Audio Cable pairs with Kordz’ new ONE XLR Connectors, designed and engineered with a robust zinc-alloy shell and gold-plated solid pins, enabling easy termination and endurance. The connectors can withstand over 5,000 insertions, ensuring long-lasting reliability. The connector’s cable clamp can accommodate a versatile range of cable outer diameters, making it suitable for a variety of audio applications. Its compatibility with international standards, including IEC 61076-2-103, ensures that it fits seamlessly with a wide array of professional audio equipment. The internal pin insert is colored in Kordz’ signature orange, adding a unique visual touch, while maintaining the excellent functionality and performance for which Kordz is known.

Kordz ONE Series Cat6 and Cat6A Cable

The Kordz ONE Series Cat6 cable has been designed and engineered to exceed the bandwidth requirements of 4K video installations. Supplied in a 305m professional pull box, the Rapid-EZ reel allows the easy flow of cable from the box, minimizing twisting, curling, and snagging during installation. The ONE Series Cat6 cable is tested and approved to exceed 550Mhz, is HDBaseT recommended, and exceeds the ANSI/TIA 568C-2.1 standard. It has been engineered to exceed the bandwidth requirements of 4K video installations for demanding high-performance applications requiring gigabit speed and full duplex transmissions. This premium shielded twisted pair (F/UTP) cable with grounding provides industry-leading protection against electromagnetic interference inherent in complex systems. 

Kordz Award-Winning SlimCat Cat6/6A Networking Solutions 

Paving the way to enhanced networking performance, installation simplicity and economy are Kordz’ revolutionary and multi-award-winning new PRS and PRO SlimCat Network Cable Systems. 

The uniquely designed and constructed PRO series 28AWG Cat6 cable and PRS series 28AWG Cat6A cables are half the size of ordinary 23AWG and 24AWG network cable and boast a 32mm bend radius for the PRO SlimCat Cat6 cable, and 40mm bend radius for the PRS SlimCat Cat6A cable. These features streamline installation and minimize costs, especially in high-density and retrofit applications. The 4.0mm diameter PRO SlimCat Cat6 cable and 5.0mm diameter PRS SlimCat Cat6A cable enable them to reach places other cables can’t and with less compromise to a home or building’s structural and aesthetic integrity. The PRO SlimCat Cat6 and PRS SlimCat6A cable, together with matching SlimCat connectors and sockets, offer space-saving advantages in dense rack installations, and support PoE++ at 100W and data rates of 1Gbps signals up to 50 meters and 10Gbps up to 50 meters, respectively.

LightSpeed Technologies Transforms TVs into Multi-Window Displays with MV-4K-4X1 MultiView Video Processor 

Future Ready Solutions showcases the LightSpeed Technologies MV-4K-4X1 MultiView Video Processor, an all-in-one solution that enables multiple streams of video to be displayed simultaneously on a large screen for an immersive viewing experience. With 4K@60Hz input and output, the LightSpeed MV-4K-4X1 MultiView Video Processor seamlessly switches between four input signals and offers various screen layouts, including Original mode, Dual-view mode, H mode, PIP mode, and Quad mode to cater to different image display preferences. Control options include buttons, an IR remote, and RS232. 

New VW-4K-2X Processor from LightSpeed Technologies Simplifies HDMI Connections to Videowalls

The VW-4K-2X from LightSpeed Technologies is a compact 2X2 Video Wall Processor that simplifies HDMI connections. It supports up to a 4K@60Hz resolution and offers seamless switching between HDMI sources and outputs to enable the creation of immersive videowalls. The processor allows up to four HDMI sources to be connected in matrix switcher mode for distribution across four HDMI outputs. In videowall mode, outputs can be arranged into a 2×2 layout for a unified display. Adjustments like bezel correction and image rotation are easy to perform. The LightSpeed VW-4K-2X processor provides analog and digital S/PDIF audio for outputs 1 and 2 and offers various control options including front panel buttons, IR remote, RS232, web UI, or TCP protocols. Firmware updates via the web UI or Micro USB port ensure that the latest technologies and capabilities are supported and a user-friendly design makes HDMI management effortless. Extend the video to other displays using LightSpeed Technologies’ HDMI Fiber Optic Extender Kit. Consisting of FOX1-ENC transmitter, FOX1-DEC receiver, and power supplies, the FOX1-KIT FOX1-KIT extends 4K@60 4:4:4 HDR up to 300m (1000 feet) with multimode duplex fiber or up to 20km (12 miles) with single-mode duplex fiber. 10G multimode SFP+ modules are also included. 

New Xtreme Power UPS Combines Lithium-Ion Batteries with Online Double Conversion 

The Xtreme Power P91 lithium-ion UPS combines game-changing lithium-ion batteries with the advanced power protection of online double conversion technology. When compared to typical lead acid batteries, lithium-ion batteries provide more than twice the life, higher temperature tolerance, longer runtime, and faster recharge. Online double conversion technology makes the Xtreme Power P91 Li UPS ideal for protection of network, server, edge, and distributed IT applications and equipment from blackouts, brownouts, sags, surges, and noise interference. The P91 protects as it curbs energy costs and lowers heat output. Tower, rack, and wall mount options are available.

Get to know Future Ready Solutions

InfoComm 2024 attendees can see the broad range of high-performance connectivity solutions offered by Future Ready Solutions at Booth #C10157. To learn more about these systems and Future Ready Solutions, please visit www.futurereadysolutions.com.

About Future Ready Solutions

Future Ready Solutions was created to assemble the best brands in connectivity for systems integrators and installers that service the residential and commercial integration markets. Future Ready Solutions is dedicated to being a hybrid supplier that operates both as a nationally powerful representative company AND a distributor focused on high-performance connectivity solutions for the custom integration channel. Future Ready Solutions creates customized sales/distribution strategies and programs for its vendors that will optimize the sales and marketing of their products in the U.S. and help residential and commercial integration firms excel in a highly competitive systems integration market. Future Ready Solutions further demonstrates its commitment to the success of manufacturers and integrators through membership and partnership with several leading companies and associations including Azione, Prosource, CEDIA, Consumer Technology Association, D-Tools, DPL Labs, and Home Technology Association. Visit www.futurereadysolutions.com to learn more.

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