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.
FSR has announced the launch of the OWB-500P, the newest addition to the Company’s Outdoor Wall Box series. The OWB-500P box features locking white doors as standard with color and decorative selections, including windows. The covers have “flip up” cable entry doors so that the main cover can be locked once the cables are connected, […]
KanexPro just announced the 4K (60Hz @4:2:0) HDBaseT Repeater (EXT-HDRPT100M) with one HDBaseT input and one HDBaseT output creating a daisy-chain path to multiple displays with each repeater supporting up to 330 feet (100 meters) in distance. The HDBaseT Repeater provides two HDMI output ports and two RS232 ports dedicated for each output to control […]
Anchor Audio has announced that the Bigfoot and Beacon line array’s now offer the AIR wireless technology, and have complete wireless capability and connectivity between units. The Bigfoot and Beacon AIR’s are not passive companion units, but instead, are main units with either an AIR transmitter or AIR receiver built-in. The units can be used […]
The new Christie Pandoras Box 6.0 media server is officially launching this week and it combines the newest rendering technology with intuitive media and show control. Among its new features, Multi User mode allows multiple Pandoras Box operators to split the workload of a project and benefit from the increased efficiency by working on different […]
Extron has started shipping eight eBUS button panels and two accessories. eBUS button panels are customizable and integration-friendly AV system control interfaces that work with any IPCP Pro control processor. Multiple eBUS button panels may be linked together by a single cable that carries both power and communication. A variety of mounting options, including Extron’s […]
Middle Atlantic Products today announced it has secured patent number 9,301,605 from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for its Essex QAR Series Rack. Featuring an innovative approach to rack design that speeds up integration and assembly, the Essex QAR Series Rack enables AV contractors to focus on multiple projects during their workday. The Essex […]
Atlona just introduced an eight-button network keypad, Model AT-ANC-108D, for Atlona IP-controlled AV switchers equipped for single channel output, including single channel mirrored output components. Designed for remote configuration, the keypad uses Power over Ethernet technology a single CATx cable handles both signal and power. Combined with Atlona IP-controllable switching products for huddle spaces, classrooms […]
Sennheiser is expanding its SpeechLine Digital Wireless system with new products including two fully wireless Tablestand units, a Qi-based wireless charging solution and a new network enabled charging unit. SL Tablestand 153-S DW and SL Tablestand 133-S DW: Sennheiser has created two new wireless base units featuring wireless charging by induction, the SL Tablestand 153-S […]
Renkus-Heinz has announced the immediate availability of new Dante-enabled versions of ICONYX Gen5 and IC Live for Fixed Installation. Iconyx IC Series and IC Live ICL-F Series models are now available in -RD versions, offering Dual Redundant Dante connectivity with audio transport and configurable sample rates up to 96kHz. Concurrently, Renkus-Heinz has announced the release […]
Studio Technologies has launched the Model 362 Listen-Only Beltpack that features Dante audio-over-Ethernet technology. Intended for use by on-air talent or production personnel, the Model 362 is a two-channel user device that supports headphone monitoring of two audio channels associated with a Dante application. Key features of the Model 362 include configurable audio channel routing, […]
InfoComm International has signed an agreement with Downey Unified School District in Southern California to offer foundational AV coursework. Downey Unified School District’s high school students will have access to InfoComm’s online course Essentials of AV Technology and the Recognized AV Technologist Certificate Program (RAVT) exam. Students will also have access to the Certified Technology […]
Extron is now shipping the DSC HD‑HD 4K A, an HDCP 2.2-compliant HDMI to HDMI scaler. It accepts signals from 480i to 4096×2160, and produces a scaled output from 640×480 to 4096×2160. It features 4:4:4 processing for signals up to 4096×2160 @ 30 fps. It incorporates the Extron-exclusive Vector 4K scaling engine that includes integrator-friendly […]
GLP has announced the release of the upgraded 30-watt version of its X4 atom fixture. GLP says adding a new high power light source into the unit has doubled its brightness and introduced greater optical efficiencies within the unit. At the same time, an additional six-way PSU has been added to the product line up. […]
Almo Professional A/V is concluding its 2016 E4 AV Tour in Dallas, Texas on October 18. The final event of the year arrives chock-full of InfoComm CTS-accredited courses and workshops, highlighted by a keynote address about 4K, which will be available for live viewing on Facebook. According to Melody Craigmyle, vice president of marketing for […]
NEC Display Solutions Europe today announced that it will be sharing an open platform modular approach with Raspberry Pi, enabling a seamless integration of Raspberry Pi’s devices with NEC’s displays. Originally developed to promote the teaching of basic computer science in schools and developing countries, the original Raspberry Pi delivered good performance at a very […]
PreSonus is now shipping its StudioLive AR USB-series hybrid mixers. The series includes three models: the 18-channel StudioLive AR16 USB, 14-channel StudioLive AR12 USB and eight-channel StudioLive AR8 USB. StudioLive AR USB mixers are equipped with a Mac- and Windows-compatible, 24-bit, 96 kHz, USB 2.0 audio interface that can capture all input channels and the […]
Vivitek’s new H5098 is being promoted as a professional-grade projector for home cinema. It’s a native 1080p resolution that’s spec’d at 50,000:1 contrast ratio and 2,000 ANSI lumens using single-chip DLP technology with BrilliantColor. The H5098 can be installed on the ceiling with a choice of five different lenses, to cover the different projection throw […]
Highlander Partners, L.P., a Dallas-based investment firm managing more than $1.2 billion of private capital that focuses on making direct private equity investments in middle market companies has announced the addition of Rashid Skaf to its private equity team. As senior advisor, Skaf will focus his time on sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities in the […]
Crestron is shipping its new DigitalMedia Ultra Midspan PoDM++ Injector (DM-PSU-ULTRA-MIDSPAN), which provides a small footprint, single-point, midspan solution for simultaneously delivering power long-distance over DM cable to both upstream and downstream DM devices for multiple applications. Its power capacity supports PoDM++ (i.e., Power over DigitalMedia) powered devices and features two RJ45 connectors for HDBaseT […]
Sharp today announces its next generation of professional-grade LCD monitors for its PN-R series. Available in 42″ Class (41.9″ diagonal), 49″ Class (48.5″ diagonal) and 55″ Class (54.6″ diagonal) models, they are all commercial-grade displays for digital signage and ProAV. The new PN-R556/R496/R426 professional LCD monitors offer a slimmer, sleeker, design with a bezel of […]
Vivitek’s new Qumi Q8 is a 1080p LED-lit pocket projector. The Qumi Q8’s LED light source is spec’d for 30,000 hours and it’s one of the first pico projectors to have Wi-Fi connectivity for content delivery. Ultra-compact in size at just 190x114x43 millimeters (DxWxH) and weighing in at only 1.3 pounds (621 grams), the Qumi […]
Dynamic Projection Institute has focused its latest development on Mirror Head system for making creative projection systems. The MH14 allows you to move projection positions and create shows with 3-chip DLP projectors by Panasonic, such as the PT-DZ21K, PT-DZ21K2, PT-RQ13K and PT-RZ12K Series. The MH14 is optimized for professional show integrators and is ideal for […]
NEC Display Solutions today launched the MultiSync EA245WMi and EX241UN, a series of 24-inch ultra-narrow bezel desktop displays suitable for use in environments such as corporate office and finance trading floors. NEC says these are designed with attention to healthcare in mind. Thanks to the built-in ‘Low Blue Light Plus’ technology, users’ eyes are protected […]
HARMAN’s AMX just launched the N2300 Series of 4K lower-bandwidth video over IP solutions. With a bandwidth of less than 200 megabits per second, users can distribute 4K video over existing Gigabit Ethernet networks with what AMX says is only a latency of only one frame. The N2300 Series includes support for HDMI 2.0 and […]
Audio-Technica announces the formation of a new subsidiary company, named Alteros. The creation of this new company will allow for dedicated focus and flexible action to provide a wide range of technically advanced solutions that directly address the issues surrounding the ever-shrinking frequency spectrum, affecting the operation of wireless products used in live audio production, […]
Apogee Electronics has just announced a Dante network option card for its Symphony I/O Mk II audio interface. The addition of Dante expands Symphony’s connectivity options which currently include, Thunderbolt, Pro Tools HD and SoundGrid. The Symphony I/O Mk II Dante option card uses Audinate’s Dante Brooklyn II module, which features plug and play media […]
Sennheiser has redesigned the HD 280 PRO monitoring headphones with a new design and improved comfort for the wearer. The most visible change is the headband, which features differently designed padding that keeps the sensitive fontanelle area of the head free from pressure. This, along with a weight of just 285 g, ensures stress-free use […]
NEC Display Solutions launched a new series of LED displays that offer 1.2mm to 6mm pixel pitch for indoor applications and 5.8mm to 12.0mm pixel pitch for outdoor applications, perfect for nearly any viewing distance and maximum flexibility. Featuring 24-bit color processing enabling a greater color gradient for smooth, clear images and an increased lifespan […]
AVI-SPL, a global provider in AV systems integration and collaboration solutions, has officially announced it will expand its presence into Germany and be based in Frankfurt. The AV integrations firm will support enterprise customers in Germany by designing, building and integrating standardized solutions to enhance organization communication, collaboration, and productivity. Renowned partners of AVI-SPL include […]
NEC Display Solutions Europe today launched the NC1000C, its second-generation digital cinema projector using NSH lamp technology, offering an enhanced cinema experience at theaters with smaller screens or small projection booths. Space-saving, silent in operation and transportation friendly, it also matches the specific demands of mobile cinema applications and theaters without dedicated projection booths. The […]
PixelFLEX’s new TrueFLEX LED video tile is designed for non-traditional LED applications as it has the ability to curve in any direction and attach to virtually any surface. Available in 2.5mm, 3.0mm, 4.0mm, 6mm and 10mm indoor pitch options, the fanless design allows for a no-noise solution that can operate in any indoor space, and […]
Atlona announced that it is now shipping its AT-UHD-HDVS-300-KIT, an HDBaseT-equipped collaboration system that provides 4K AV switching, USB and HDMI extension, and system control for PC-based conferencing using Skype for Business, WebEx, and GoToMeeting cloud services. The AT-UHD-HDVS-300-KIT consists of the AT-UHD-HDVS-300-TX, which serves as the conferencing hub, video switch and HDBaseT transmitter, and […]

