At ISE 2019 (Amsterdam, Feb. 5-8, stand 3-B150), the SDVoE Alliance will feature the world’s first implementation of HDMI connectivity within an Ethernet switch. HDMI input and output modules that plug directly into a NETGEAR M4300-96X 10G Modular Managed Switch eliminate the need for standalone encoders and decoders to support in-rack video sources and destinations, […]

B-Tech AV Mounts will be showing its Designer Trolley range at ISE 2019. Catering for screen requirements up to 120”, these new solutions are suitable for mounting screens in portrait or landscape orientation and tool-less height adjustment is included on most models. Available in a variety of colours ranging from black to dual colour options […]

BenQ today announced the availability of its HT8060 and HT9060 CinePro 4K UHD HDR home cinema projectors. Leveraging BenQ’s CinematicColor tech and a new DLP chipset, the new engines are the industry’s first sub-$10K installation projectors to deliver true 4K (3840×2160) high dynamic range (HDR) with authentic cinematic reproduction that makes viewers feel as if […]

RTI has partnered with Pulse Eight to develop 4K resolution HDBaseT matrix switches, extender sets and accessories, which are all now shipping. Utilizing the latest Class C+DSC HDBaseT technology, the new video distribution solutions from RTI include the flagship VHU-8x 8×10 Matrix Switch and VHT-Ux Extender Set, which handle 4K +HDR with 4:4:4 chroma sampling […]

Torus Power will be exhibiting its RM, AVR, TOT AVR and new PowerBlock Series at this year’s Integrated Systems Europe, 5-8 Feb. at the RAI Convention Center in Amsterdam. Torus Power Isolation Transformers — not to be confused with power conditioners or surge protectors — decouple and isolate electronic components from the power source to […]

Introduced today, the new Christie FHD553-X LCD flat panel, which replaces the FHD552-X, is an ultra-narrow bezel (1.7 millimeters) flat panel designed for video wall applications requiring brightness uniformity. It can be used in either portrait or landscape mode, offers a native resolution of 1920×1080 and is LED backlit. Christie is aiming this LCD at […]

Modulo Pi just launched a new version of Modulo Kinetic media ahead of ISE 2019, where the company will be on stand K135, Hall 14, February 5-8. The Modulo Kinetic is a fully integrated real-time media server solution that can be used across the complete workflow including show study, simulation, encoding, playback and show control. […]

Crestron is now shipping its complete portfolio of Crestron Flex Unified Communications & Collaboration solutions. Crestron Flex provides a native Microsoft Teams, Skype for Business and Zoom Rooms software experience, including one-touch join. Crestron Flex solutions come in several forms, but all deliver the same experience, regardless of the space in which they’re deployed: Crestron […]

QSC today announced the Q-SYS NV Series (NV-32-H) network video endpoint for the Q-SYS Ecosystem. This native software-defined HDMI encoder/decoder enables network-based video distribution, optimized specifically for the meeting room. It features something they are calling QSC Shift — a video compression codec which provides low latency video streaming with resolutions up to 4K60 4:4:4 […]

With the Roland Pro AV VR-1HD HD Video Switcher has three HDMI inputs (resolutions up to 1080p) — all with embedded audio that can be mixed with the two XLR microphone inputs and an analog line input. When editing video to post online or for playback during video streaming, the VR1-HD offers options for layering […]

The Planar EPX Series is a 100” 4K LCD (3840×2160) display with 700 nits of brightness and a wide color gamut. Designed with commercial-grade features, the Planar EPX Series is designed for meeting rooms, retail and corporate digital signage applications. Built-in features include wireless screen sharing of up to four sources simultaneously, a Crestron control […]

The new Christie APS Series of 3LCD laser projectors, which were launched today, are specified to deliver up to 6,500 ISO lumens. The Christie LWU650-APS and Christie LWU530-APS have a five-year or 10,000-hour warranty (whichever occurs first) and 1,500,000:1 contrast ratio. The Christie APS Series are designed for classrooms, boardrooms and other small-space environments as […]

The Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) has introduced its new DisplayHDR True Black high dynamic range (HDR) standard, a variant on VESA’s High-Performance Monitor and Display Compliance Test Specification (DisplayHDR). The new standard has been optimized for emissive display technologies, including organic light emitting diode (OLED) and future microLED displays. DisplayHDR True Black allows for […]

Biamp, a supplier of professional audio and video solutions based in Beaverton, Ore., today announced the acquisition of Cambridge Sound Management (CSM) from Gladstone Investment Corp. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, CSM is a leader in the fast-growing sound masking market. CSM provides direct and in-plenum sound masking solutions and is a frequently installed sound masking […]

Parasound has introduced its NewClassic 200 Pre, a moderately priced analog audio preamplifier and DAC. At the core of the 200 Pre is an analog signal path which includes analog bass management with high pass and low pass outputs. The 200 Pre has inputs for just about any source including phono MM/MC, two line inputs, […]

Parasound has introduced the $599 Zphono XRM phono preamplifier, which bridges the price gap between its entry-level $200 Zphono and the higher end $1,495 Halo JC 3 Jr. The new model includes balanced XLR outputs, a switchable rumble filter and a mono-stereo switch, plus continuously variable load adjustment for moving coil cartridges. Separate input jacks […]

FSR has announced the launch of its newest Digital Ribbon Cable for HDMI 2.0 signal transmission. Designed for the education market and based on proprietary technology, the new cable series allows for high-speed, high-definition HDMI signal transmission over distances of up to 328 feet. The cables are  fitted with a black jacket that allows them […]

Audio over IP innovator Barix is coming to the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2019 show with a wide array of new and upgraded audio distribution solutions, as well as a technologypreview of ground-breaking paging and intercom enhancements. From low-latency, in-venue audio delivery on mobile devices to simplifying internal and internet radio streaming, Barix’s latest solutions […]

TrueConf has announced a technology partnership with Sennheiser for a software-based system for large conference rooms that allows automatic speaker tracking for multiple PTZ cameras. TrueConf and Sennheiser have released TrueConf Weathervane, a multiple camera control solution for conference systems. The joint solution integrates with the Sennheiser ADN conference system controller and points PTZ cameras […]

Eiki International announced the new EK-623UW (white chassis) WUXGA (1920×1200) laser projector. Using DLP technology, it’s specified to have 6,000 lumens of brightness, a 100,000:1 contrast ratio (with the company’s Extreme Black Mode) and uses blue phosphor laser technology with a 20,000 hour light source life. Eiki is aiming it at both large meeting rooms […]

The Riverside Company has signed a definitive agreement to sell DPA Microphones (DPA) to RCF Group (RCF). During Riverside’s investment, DPA’s sales and EBITDA nearly doubled while its product portfolio and distribution network grew significantly, according to DPA. “Together with the DPA team, we were able to achieve all of our goals for this investment,” […]

Studio Technologies introduces the Model 5412 Audio Interface and the Model 5418 Mic/Line Interface, two new Dante-compliant solutions for applications that use Audio-over-Ethernet (AoE) network connectivity. The Model 5412 supports analog line-level inputs and outputs, and is available in two versions — one with eight input and eight output channels, and the other with 16 […]

AtlasIED has introduced the SHS Series (AKA: Strategically Hidden Speaker). The concealed design of the SHS is achieved by Adaptive Dispersion Lens Technology, something AtlasIED patented. Only a 3-inch diameter lens and a micro trim ring are visible on the ceiling. The dispersion lens can be easily painted or replaced with material to match the […]

Optoma today is unveiling two new 4K UHD projectors designed for corporate and house of worship environments. The Optoma 4K550 and 4K550ST are powered by Texas Instruments DLP chipset with XPR technology and both are native 3840×2160. Both projectors offer HDR10 and REC.2020 compatibility for color precision and advanced features, including vertical lens shift and […]

Extron just announced the NBP Series Network Button Panels, a new product family that brings control to a broad variety of AV applications. Network Button Panels connect to a control processor using standard Ethernet. These customizable, easy-to-use control panels work in conjunction with an IP Link Pro control processor, HC 403 or HC 404 to […]

Rentman just released an addition to its cloud-based rental management software, which is a mobile app. The new mobile app runs on devices such as smartphones or Android-based Zebra scanners, enabling users to manage inventory and rentals at no additional cost. Rentman Mobile is meant to simplify equipment management in the warehouse while offering an […]

Extron just introduced the EBP 108 RAAP Rack Mount eBUS Button Panel. The EBP 108 RAAP is a fully-customizable AV system control interface designed for use with Extron eBUS-enabled control systems. This control panel connects to an IPCP Pro control processor to perform a wide variety of AV system functions such as power On/Off, input […]

QSC just announced it has been awarded a utility patent from the United States Patent and Trademark Office for its Q-SYS Web Conference Integration Solution. This patent (USA 9,973,638) recognizes the solution’s ability to bring an IP camera stream from Q-SYS PTZ-IP conference cameras into soft codec applications (like Zoom, Skype for Business, GoToMeeting, etc.) […]

JVC Visual Systems will introduce three new Visualization Series projectors designed for simulation environments this week. The DLA-VS4600 is spec’d at 4,000 ANSI lumens, while the DLA‑VS47NV and DLA-VS45NV include a new dedicated IR‑LED engine for stimulated NVG exercises. All three new projectors feature three-chip D-ILA imagers, BLU-Escent laser/phosphor illumination, a spec of greater than […]

Egan Visual just introduced what it’s calling the Egan Infinite Color Palette — 1,050 standard colors that can be specified with any Egan Glass product — Egan GlassWrite and EganAero. To introduce the Egan Infinite Color Palette, Egan is releasing a custom fan deck displaying all 1,050 colors. The Egan fan deck is an accessible […]

DPAA announced today that Enlighten, the first full scale enterprise solution in the cannabis space, has joined its membership ranks. Enlighten’s in-store digital network is active in more than 650 cannabis businesses, including dispensaries, cultivators and producers, head shops, cannabis lounges and medical facilities. Managed by a team with a collective 20 years of experience […]

RTI today announced that it’s now shipping the Miravue VIP-1 video-over-IP system. The VIP-1 acts as a transmitter and a receiver and uses JPG 2000 compression to convert 1080p HDMI video to H.264 with Dolby 5.1 audio via a 100Mbps network. The VIP-1s built-in scaler matches the displays’ maximum resolution, while automatically providing stereo downmixing […]