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 announces its new Mondopad Flex video collaboration system. The system features two 40-inch HD projected-capacitive touchscreens that have integrated video conferencing, interactive whiteboarding, presentation, annotation and data sharing for collaboration in executive offices, huddle spaces or any challenging install that requires flexibility in screen configuration. Mondopad Flex comprises two 40-inch full HD projective capacity touch-enabled screens with […]
Audio-Technica is debuting its ATDM-0604 Digital SmartMixer. Featuring echo-canceling and flexible web remote functionality, the ATDM-0604 is a six-channel automatic mixer ideal for meetings, conferences, soft codec applications, courtroom proceedings, radio and TV broadcasts and other applications involving the use of multiple microphones or other media inputs. Audio-Technica’s SmartMixer technology allows channels to be mixed automatically in gate or gain […]
Crestron just introduced its new DMPS3-4K-350-C and DMPS3-4K-250-C 3-Series 4K60 DigitalMedia Presentation Systems at InfoComm. The new models add built-in Crestron AirMedia (AM-101) for wireless presentation functionality and a higher-powered amplifier to the already robust feature set, including 4K60, full support for HDCP 2.2, and Control Subnet. The AirMedia gateway built into the DMPS3-4K-350-C and DMPS3-4K-250-C enables wireless presentation of content […]
Peavey Commercial Audio launched its new MediaMatrix nTouch 380hd touch screen controller at InfoComm. The latest addition to the versatile MediaMatrix DSP control suite, the 380hd is capable of being mounted in any number of locations, providing a rich and expanded graphical user interface, via a 15.6” display, that can be easily tailored to support any control and […]
Bose Professional announces the introduction of its Panaray MSA12X Modular Steerable Array Loudspeaker. The self-powered Panaray MSA12X features a slim, unobtrusive acoustic design with twelve full-range 2.25-inch transducers (with 75 Hz – 14 kHz response) in a columnar line array configuration, to provide consistent audio levels with outstanding vocal intelligibility and full-range music reinforcement in acoustically challenging spaces. The MSA12X […]
Prysm, Inc announced today new functionality for its digital workplace platform. The new features include: Co-browsing – allows all Prysm participants accessing content via an approved mobile device to view and interact with web content. Prysm is the first to offer web application co-browsing among teams, enabling all users to make edits while empowering the content owner to monitor […]
Biamp Systems announced the expansion of its TesiraFORTÉ family of digital audio processors. The TesiraFORTÉ family was engineered to reduce design, programming, and commissioning time while offering increased flexibility. The new TesiraFORTÉ VT provides both VoIP and POTS options within the same chassis; TesiraFORTÉ VT4 delivers the same flexibility designed specifically for small conference rooms. […]
ZeeVee, Inc. has developed an interface and certification process for the LG webOS for Signage platform, assuring interoperability between its iSeries and ZyPerMX IP encoders and IP-enabled commercial displays from LG Electronics. Using the webOS application in conjunction with LG displays and ZeeVee IP encoders eliminates the need for an external IP decoder at each display, allowing integrators to […]
Bose Professional announces the introduction of its EdgeMax in-ceiling premium loudspeakers. EdgeMax loudspeakers feature proprietary Bose PhaseGuide technology, which provides room-filling coverage while improving overall sound quality compared to the performance of conventional ceiling loudspeakers. Designed for mounting near wall boundaries, EdgeMax loudspeakers project high-frequency sound throughout rooms up to 65 feet (20 meter) wide using only perimeter mounting locations, […]
Under the theme “Beyond Definition,” Sony is showing its display, A/V and presentation technologies, including 4K and laser light source projection, pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras, AV over IP, 4K display panels and live event production systems. Sony’s Vision Exchange is a new collaboration solution for education and corporate users. Designed for higher education and corporate conference rooms, Vision Exchange […]
Crestron announced today a new partnership with Zoom, a provider of enterprise video and web communications technology, to simplify the Zoom Room experience by offering an integrated solution for AV presentation, conferencing and collaboration with the Crestron Mercury conferencing system. A Zoom Room features a dedicated computer running the Zoom application. Instead of carrying a laptop or tablet running […]
Xantech today introduced its EX Series High-Speed HDMI Cables with X-GRIP Technology at InfoComm 2017 in Orlando, Fla. Xantech’s new HDMI Cables are available in .7-meter, 1-meter, 1.5-meter, 2-meter, 3-meter and 4-meter lengths. They are equipped with the company’s patented X-GRIP technology that is spec’d to resist up to 10 pounds of pull force (to keep cables […]
ClearOne is introducing a duo of compact yet powerful interface expanders — the CONVERGE Pro 2 USB and the CONVERGE Pro 2 GPIO — that increase the number of ports available for conferencing connectivity and room control for all CONVERGE Pro 2 DS mixers. The USB expander acts primarily as a USB audio interface, connecting a laptop directly to the […]
Furman today announced the introduction of the BlueBOLT CV-2, a new interface enabling energy management features of the Furman F1500-UPS and select Panamax PRO products to be managed from the local network without requiring a cloud connection. The BlueBOLT remote energy management cloud has long been enabling integrators to remotely monitor, reboot and power-cycle connected equipment. […]
Dynacord will launch a new two new dual-channel power amplifier series at InfoComm 2017: the L Series and the C Series. Both amplifier series comprise a linear amp design and have a software tool that allows for full configuration, control and supervision of sound systems with multiple amplifiers. Four different models per series are available, […]
Bluescape today announced a new reference architecture for situational awareness to help organizations plan effectively in managing disruptive or emergency situations. The situational awareness solution aggregates real-time, visual assets into a single digital workspace that can be shared with internal and external resources, so teams can quickly collaborate on a strategy and mount a response. Every organization faces […]
Draper announces FlexShade Recharge, a quiet, battery-operated shade with rechargeable batteries, here at InfoComm. Draper’s FlexShade Recharge is designed for flexible installations and can be installed in a variety of places, including larger window openings. Available up to 12 feet high and 12 feet wide, the FlexShade Recharge features simple installation, similar to a manual window shade. The batteries last longer […]
InfoComm organizers have announced the new Integrated Life content program and exhibition for InfoComm 2018, which returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center June 2-8, 2018. Integrated Life @ InfoComm 2018 comprises a special track of workshops and sessions, plus a dedicated area on the InfoComm 2018 show floor, for spotlighting smart building, smart home, mobile, security and related audiovisual solutions that […]
Crestron is here at InfoComm four months after ISE where they had the original launch of their new DM NVX Series. Crestron says that DM NVX Series makes it possible to securely transmit stunning 4K60, 4:4:4 and HDR video over standard 1 Gigabit Ethernet, with no latency. A key component of the company’s secure Enterprise Room Solutions, DM NVX Series provides for […]
Crestron will debut the DM XiO Director, an enterprise-grade network appliance that serves as a centralized “virtual switcher,” for configuration, control and management of large-scale DM NVX Series AV networks. DM NVX Series is the their AV-over-IP system for sending 4K60, 4:4:4, and HDR video over standard 1Gb Ethernet. The DM XiO Director emulates the functionality of a traditional hardware-based DigitalMedia matrix switcher, routing […]
LG Electronics USA Business Solutions today unveiled a unique new LED display with very cool installation capabilities — the LG Transparent LED Film Display. The LG Transparent LED Film display (model LAT300MT1) offers digital content and information while interacting seamlessly with its surrounding environment. The versatile LED Film offers over 1,000 nits brightness, with each 480x480mm panel containing 256 […]
The new Key Digital KD-VW4x4PRO is designed to bring video wall capabilities to all displays and digital signage. This processor supports seamless switching and features eight different user-selectable video wall modes with many horizontal and vertical layouts. These modes include: four horizontal: 1×4 rotated, 1×4, 1×3 and two sets of 1×2; and three vertical: 4×1, 3×1, two sets of 2×1 […]
With the introduction of virtual reality, the world of education is changing. As instructors are trying to bring this technology into their classroom, the one piece that has been missing has been how to store and charge both the VR goggles and phones safely and securely. Spectrum is addressing this with the debuting the new Immersion Series of VR […]
Absen Inc announced today to launch of its next generation in mobile indoor/outdoor LED solutions called the Xv-Series. The Xv-Series is aimed at the rental and staging market, with the ultra-fine 2.6-millimeter, 3.9-millimeter and 5.2-millimeter pixel pitch versions that provide a viewing angle of 160°/140° with a brightness level of 5,000 nits. Features include easy installation and dismantle, quick-to-swap power/data core and front […]
Ford Audio-Video Systems, LLC (Ford), a national AV integrator that specializes in enterprise level audio visual systems integration and collaboration solutions, announced today the acquisition of Audio Video Resources (AVR) based in Phoenix, AZ. The acquisition will enhance Ford’s service capabilities in Phoenix as well as its ability to provide award-winning design and technical installation throughout the western United States. […]
Professional Wireless Systems (PWS) will be at InfoComm with new equipment and rental packages. The new PWS VX-4 Antenna Combiner is an expansion of the GX series. Users are now able to combine up to four VHF range transmitters into a single antenna. The VX-4 is the perfect complement to pair with four rack-mounted Lectrosonics VHF IFB transmitters. Also new […]
Crestron will show a lot of new products at InfoComm 2017, including Crestron Mercury, the tabletop meeting room solution, and DigitalMedia NVX Series, a 1Gb Ethernet network AV solution using IntoPix. New enterprise-grade TSW room scheduling touch screens, the SSW Room Availability Hallway Sign, and Vector performance loudspeakers, designed specifically for larger spaces in the enterprise, will also be showcased. Crestron […]
Oblong Industries will demonstrate this week at InfoComm 2017 new touch annotation capabilities for its Mezzanine 200 Series visual collaboration solution. It’s another key step in the evolution of the Mezzanine meeting room experience from the technology firm that places human-centered design thinking at the core of its approach to product innovation and development. Touch annotation on the Mezzanine 200 Series […]
ClearOne has introduced VIEW Pro 4K, a new line of 4K-capable, IP-based, multimedia streaming products. Consisting of the E110 4K Encoder and D110 4K Decoder, VIEW Pro 4K employs both H.264 lossless compression and H.265 high-efficiency video coding compression, supports 4K resolution at 60 fps, and provides integrators and end-users with a customizable, scalable and affordable 4K multimedia streaming […]
Atlona will unwrap its newest HDBaseT extender at InfoComm 2017 this week aimed at both residential AV applications and commercial installations. The AT-HDR-EX-70-2PS transmitter/receiver kit is spec’d to extend 4K/UHD HDMI signals over HDBaseT with support for High Dynamic Range (HDR) formats. Using what they term as “visually lossless” compression with no latency, the AT-HDR-EX-70-2PS uses HDBaseT to support sending 4K/UHD at 60 Hz with 4:4:4 chroma sampling via CAT6a or CAT7 cable up to 130 feet (40 meters). The AT-HDR-EX-70-2PS supports […]
Vutec Corporation’s Wiremaid Products will be introducing the Cable-MGR Pro-10 Cable Tray at this year’s InfoComm. The Cable-MGR Pro-10 Cable Tray is a patented, one-tool system that doesn’t require any cutting or bending for installation. Mounting options are available for the ceiling, wall or floor and the whole systems has a powder coated finish in four standard colors, with custom color […]
As part of the continued development of the Event Master screen management systems, Barco has introduced two 4K60p video interface cards. With the new 4K tri-combo input and output cards, single cable 4K60p is supported via DisplayPort 1.2, HDMI 2.0 and 12G SDI. With full 4K@60 4:4:4 12-bit processing at low latency and a rugged modular design that supports easy […]

