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WORLD FENCE NEWS • NOVEMBER 2014 • 35 HDMI Extender increases range with no signal loss IRVINE, Calif. – SECO-LARM has introduced a new and improved HDMI Extender over Single Cat5e/6 – the MVE-AH030Q – replacing the model MVE-AH020Q. The new HDMI extender uses Cat5e/6 cable to efficiently and cost-effectively extend the range of HDMI signals with zero signal loss, the manufacturer stated. The unit is HDCP compliant and retains the full 196-foot range (at 1080p) of the previous model, while offering a range of new features. These include status LEDs, bi-di- rectional IR operation, EDID man- agement for eliminating sync issues, and an HDMI loop output for local displays. For additional information, tele- phone SECO-LARM at 800-662- 0800 or e-mail info@seco-larm.com. Visit the company's web site www.seco-larm.com. Ronnie Ridout was 43-year veteran of the fence industry Ronnie Ridout, 77, a lifelong fence industry sales representative, died September 30, 2014 in San An- tonio, Texas, his hometown. Mr. Ridout was the son of Allan and Clemmie Alexander Ridout, de- ceased. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Wilma Sark- is Ridout, a son and daughter-in-law, An- thony S. (Tony) and Karen Ivy Ridout; grandchildren, Ellis Ridout and his fiancé, Lucy Blevins, and Shelby Ridout. Early in his career he worked for chain link manufacturer Hurricane Industries, and later served as an in- dependent sales representative for Merchant Metals, handling major ac- counts including Builders Square and Home Depot. He retired in 1998 after 43 years in the industry. "He was known and knew every- one in the Southwest associated with fencing. He will be missed," said his friend and former Hurricane Indus- tries associate Tom Harris. Mr. Ridout was a 50-year member of Anchor Masonic Lodge AF&AM 424, a worthy patron in the O.E.S., a past president of the Cedars Club of San Antonio, and a member of the Na- tional Rifle Association. He was a lover of dogs and sup- Ronnie Ridout ported humane and rescue groups. He was a longtime fan of coun- try music, and supported and played in the local Moe Bandy Charity Golf Classic for five years, where he built friendships with several country mu- sic and Grand Ole Opry artists. In 1955 Mr. Ridout enlisted in the 182nd Fighter Interceptor program and served as air operations supervi- sor. He continued to keep in contact and visit with retired Guard members. Mr. Ridout's family noted that they would like to extend a "very special thanks" to Frank W. Denny, J. Frank Haasbeek and Jerry S. Wil- liams, as well as Monsignor John A. Wagner, whom they thank for his many years of support and prayers. Expert Tech Support Free Customized Training Over 70 Manufacturers Thousands of Products Same Day Shipping Spanish Speaking Techs & SO MUCH MORE! 30 Years Leading the way a s Y O U R D I S T R I B U T O R AF A F E NC E T E C H 2 0 1 5 Call 800.782.5598 or visit www.enconelectronics.com and discover all Encon Electronics can offer YOU.