Sara Abrons previously served as executive editor of rAVe [PUBS] and managing director of THE rAVe Agency. She is a graduate of the School of Media and Journalism at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
InFocus Corporation today announced PixelNet 2.0, an update to its Jupiter PixelNet solution. The new distributed display wall system increases the density of processing power, connecting more sources and displays to a single input or output node, while providing centralized control to support a wide variety of installations with live audio and video, streaming data and other real-time […]
VUE Audiotechnik just launched the h-Class family of high definition powered systems. The hm-108A is a precision slant stage monitor and is a narrow dispersion sibling to VUE’s h-8. The h-8N, with its narrow 60-degree coverage, adds another level of versatility to the h-Class range, while dramatically expanding applications for VUE’s flagship technologies. The driver complement is identical […]
Bose Professional has extended the ToneMatch audio engine series with a new eight-channel T8S ToneMatch mixer and the four-channel T4S ToneMatch mixer. Compact and portable, both the T8S and T4S are gig-ready. The compact eight-channel T8S ToneMatch Mixer is intuitive to operate, with illuminated tactile controls, an LCD display and scene recall and ToneMatch processing presets with the DSP engine […]
Leyard and Planar announced the third generation Clarity Matrix LCD Video Wall System, which combines the industry’s thinnest profile ultra-narrow bezel LCD with improvements to video processing, installation, management and off-board electronics. The new Clarity Matrix G3 LCD Video Wall System advances nearly every aspect of the unique Clarity Matrix architecture. It features a new, off-board video controller that offers unrivaled video […]
LynTec today announced the release of Single DMX Address Zone Control, an optional control system feature for the company’s RPC family of motorized circuit breaker panels, RPCR remote-controlled relay panels and NPAC rack-mounted relay panels. Enabling use of a single DMX address to turn on and off a selected group of electrical circuits, the new feature reduces the number of […]
Bose Professional is debuting the S1 Pro multi-position PA system — an all-in-one PA, floor monitor, practice amplifier and primary music system. Designed for general PA use, the S1 Pro is 15 pounds (6.8 kilograms) and with dimensions of 13″ x 9.5″ x 11.2″ (330 x 241 x 286 millimeters), it easily fits in an airplane’s overhead compartment. The […]
Designed to work seamlessly with the PreSonus StudioLive Series III family of mixers, yet compatible with other AVB-enabled systems, the PreSonus EarMix 16M 16×2 AVB-networked personal monitor mixer provides a high-quality, expandable, networked monitoring solution for stage, installed sound systems, and studio recording. Part of PreSonus’ fast-growing ecosystem of AVB-networked products, each EarMix 16M accepts 16 mono channels of input […]
WolfVision will launch the vSolution MATRIX Feature Pack or its Cynap collaboration system at ISE 2018 (Booth #1M20). When activated, this AV-over-IP feature pack enables configuration, control, distribution and sharing of video and audio between multiple workstation monitors using multiple Cynap and Cynap Core units connected using network infrastructure. This collaboration solution is designed for active learning classrooms, meeting and training […]
James Loudspeaker has introduced a series of 2.1 sound bars, producing left and right-channel audio as well as bass energy from a center-mounted built-in subwoofer. These LR-S format sound bars, which can be customized to match nearly any flat-panel display, are ideal for bringing clarity and full-range sound to applications where an external subwoofer is impractical. James Loudspeaker […]
MATRIX Labs today announced it will show a new product called MATRIX Creator and MATRIX Voice dev boards to European systems integrators at ISE 2018 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, at Booth #8-R330 in the RAI Centre. First debuted to North American residential integrators at CEDIA 2017, the MATRIX Creator and MATRIX Voice allow for the fast, efficient and affordable development of simple-to-complex IoT […]
Peerless-AV will introduce its newest kiosk, the Ultra-Slim Portrait Kiosk (KIPC35 Models). Featuring a pre-assembled design with lean frames and a small footprint, Peerless-AV’s Ultra-Slim Portrait Kiosk serves as a digital signage solution for any indoor application, including corporate, education, transportation, retail and more. Peerless-AV can integrate an Ultra-Slim Portrait Kiosk with a wide array of components such as a […]
RTI today announced a two-way driver for the Yamaha MusicCast wireless multiroom audio system. Developed by RTI, the new driver allows dealers to easily integrate the complete lineup of MusicCast-enabled audio components into RTI automation and control systems, providing customers with convenient control over their home audio experience. The driver can now control all MusicCast products introduced since 2015 […]
Just Add Power (J+P) today announced it will demonstrate its 3G+4+ Tiling Transmitter at ISE 2018 in Amsterdam. The world’s first 4K network video tiler, it allows any four 4K source devices to be displayed on a single screen instantly. Added to the J+P Ultra HD over IP matrix switching system, it enables users to simultaneously watch four 4K video […]
ProSource, an audio, video and integration buying group in the United States, announced today the addition of six new custom integrator members. 44 members were added in 2017. The following new custom integrator members were added: AC/DC Systems, LLC, Kihei, HI Creative Systems, Collegeville, PA Fisher Technologies, Inc, Eagle, CO HIVE, Tampa, FL Hoppen Home Systems, […]
Tributaries just launched the UHDT TITAN line of HDMI cables. The TITAN series uses two new patented developments in HDMI signal transfer: a metallurgy which enables longer lengths of passive cables and active electronics equipped with a DDC accelerator and three discrete internal power supplies. The development of a passive HDMI cable that can transport 18Gbps up to 26 […]
The CEDIA Board of Directors has approved the 2018 Executive Committee and appointed directors. There were two open appointed positions for the 2018-2019 term – one to be filled from the EMEA region, and the other from the entire global membership. John Buchanan from Meridian Audio Limited was voted in by the board to fill […]
dotstudioPRO announces that it is offering clients the ability to quickly launch channels for the Roku platform through Roku Direct Publisher. By submitting content through the dotstudioPRO platform to the Roku platform, content owners can launch a streaming channel in just days without entering a single line of code. These free channels can be found in the Roku Channel Store […]
Signagelive is very pleased to be exhibiting at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) on 6-9 February 2018 at RAI Amsterdam. Signagelive will be on stand 8-G335 in Hall 8 Digital Signage. The Signagelive team look forward to meeting our existing and prospective partners and customers to discuss and demonstrate our latest innovations and digital signage solutions. Signagelive will also be showcasing a […]
Navori last year introduced a system-on-a-chip (SoC) development as the first digital signage software supplier to deliver a native Android media player built into Philips, Panasonic and Elo displays. At ISE 2018 (February 6-9, Amsterdam RAI), Navori will introduce its next proprietary SoC innovation, specially designed and globally certified for Samsung Tizen smart displays at […]
Latest Headlines: Should AV Be Seen? Plus Gary Kayye\’s Krystal Ball and AV Predictions for 2018, a Report on CES, and New Product Introductions from Samsung, Extron, Vaddio, Epson and Others Volume 4, Issue 1 — 22, 2018 Editorials Should AV Be Seen?Erik Beyer : Regional VP of Sales for CLAIR Solutions Editorials THE BIGGEST […]
Extron just introduced a new generation of room scheduling solutions. The new TLS family of TouchLink Scheduling panels are designed to help ease integration and provide customers with powerful, dedicated panels for all their meeting space reservation needs. Right out of the box, TLS panels are ready to be customized with free Room Agent software and then to connect directly […]
EX-HDU is what Hall Research calls an economical HDMI and USB extender comprised of a single-gang wall plate sender and compatible receiver. The product uses a single Cat5/6 cable up to 200 feet long. HDMI audio is extracted and is provided both as analog stereo and multi-channel digital. The receiver can also be used to control other equipment by providing programmable […]
Matrox Graphics Inc. will be at Integrated Systems Europe 2018 (Stand #11-D120) demonstrating how any data source can be seamlessly captured, streamed, recorded, extended, displayed and controlled on standard 1 GigE networks. Matrox Maevex 6100 Series quad 4K enterprise encoders, Mura IPX video wall 4K capture and IP encoder/decoder cards, Extio 3 IP KVM extenders and Monarch streaming and recording […]
Smaller than your average smartphone, the new digital infrared wireless discussion system by TAIDEN is a low-profile microphone designed for boardrooms and videoconference spaces. The HCS-5335 product series, with gooseneck or boundary microphone options, is officially being introduced at the February ISE Show in Amsterdam in booth 3-C105. The solution is ultra-portable, with no equipment rack pieces. The infrared transmitter […]
At ISE 2018, RTI will be debut a range of new AV products designed to provide dealers with a comprehensive, end-to-end solution for the commercial market. On display will be a variety of video distribution solutions, presentation switchers, audio mixer amplifiers, interactive displays and more. These new products will become an extension of the RTI control ecosystem, providing integrators with everything needed […]
Better late than never, right? Well, late is now! Yamaha UC is now shipping the Yamaha CS-700 Video Sound Collaboration System for huddle rooms. The all-in-one wall-mounted UC solution is marketed as a Video Sound Collaboration System for huddle rooms. It includes an adaptive beamforming microphone array, four Yamaha speaker elements and a wide-angle HD camera that captures every meeting participant. Through […]
BenQ America today announced the availability of the new 1080p CineHome HT2050A home entertainment projector — replacing its predecessor, the HT2050. The HT2050A features a 6x speed RGBRGB color wheel that achieves more than 96 percent Rec. 709 accuracy and includes CinematicColor technology. The BenQ CineHome HT2050A is a 1080p 3D-capable projector comes equipped with two 10W CinemaMaster Audio+ speakers with 16.67ms input […]
The Alcons CRMSC-SRHV reference surround is a two-way passive-filtered full range loudspeaker, designed to meet all requirements of current and future immersive surround sound formats for studios, screening rooms and high-end residential cinemas. Featuring the Alcons pro-ribbon driver technology, the CRMSC-SRHV system consists of one RBN202 pro-ribbon driver for HF and a vented 6.5″ mid-bass for LF reproduction. […]
Metra Home Theater Group announces Install Bay Active Fiber Cables, debuting at ISE 2018. Metra Home Theater Group’s Install Bay Active Fiber Cables are capable of sending 18 Gbps, 4K/60, 4:4:4, Deep Color and HDR (at HDMI 2.0 specifications) up to 15 feet. The Install Ball Active Fiber Cables features a built-in Rx/Tx chipset that’s powered from the signal, […]
D.A.S. Audio has expanded the Event series of line arrays and bass systems with two new powered models, the Event-212A line array and the Event-121A subwoofer. The new products are aimed at providing Event Series users with the tools needed to handle an even a wider range of applications. The D.A.S. Event-212A is a powered, three-way line […]
Semtech Corporation today announced an updated feature set for its BlueRiver AV-over-IP chipset which allows manufacturers of AV transmitters and receivers to address important requirements in key markets including industrial and rental and staging environments. New BlueRiver capabilities include support for two data ports enabling failover to a second Ethernet switch when necessary in applications requiring high availability and support for automatic media […]
Atlona is set to unveil its next generation of compact amplifiers in the Atlona stand (5-U80) at the ISE 2018 show, being held February 6-9 at the RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre. Available in three models, the new Gain Series of ENERGY STAR qualified power amplifiers include three models – the Gain 60 (AT-GAIN-60), Gain 120 (AT-GAIN-120) and Gain 120NET (AT-GAIN-120NET) – all have low- […]

