Extron is shipping its XPA U 4004 FX four-channel, multi‑zone audio power amplifier. Extron says the ENERGY-STAR-qualified amplifier can deliver 400 watts simultaneously into 8-ohm, 4-ohm, 70-volt and 100-volt loads, independently configurable per channel. Each channel of an adjacent pair dynamically draws power from the pair’s total wattage, delivering optimal power where it’s needed according […]

Lutron Electronics just debuted the Ketra D2 and Rania D2 architectural downlights. With the launch of Ketra D2, users can now experience dynamic lighting that adapts to various moments throughout the day and sets the desired ambiance, in the form of the brand’s smallest and most flexible downlight offering to-date. With both new downlights, people […]

Listen Technologies and Ampetronic are bringing their full suite of solutions and a new Auracast broadcast audio-based product to booth C8935 at InfoComm 2024. Highlights include: A preview of Auri, a new Auracast broadcast audio-based product Listen Technologies and Ampetronic have co-developed and plan to ship later this year. A discussion about Auracast and its […]

Disguise announced a new generation of EX media servers, following the recently launched RX III real-time render node, opening up even wider access to the world’s most advanced live visual experience platform. Providing a ruggedized solution for pre-rendered video playback at any scale, the new generation of the EX range comes in the form of […]

Bogen Communications announced the CSD1X2U-V2, a Drop-In Ceiling Panel Speaker designed to meet diverse audio needs with unmatched flexibility and ease of installation. The CSD1X2U-V2 is a passive speaker with “versatile operation modes,” supporting either 8-ohm low impedance (15W max) or 25V/70V with tapped power setting input. This dual capability makes it an ideal choice […]

Welcome, readers, to this month’s Microsoft Teams Tracker article, where each month, I round up some of the latest and greatest updates to the application. Whether you’re an MS Teams user or you integrate tech that works with Teams, this will be a perfect monthly article for you to find all the information you might […]

Christie is promoting the Inspire Series 1-Chip DLP laser projectors for the HoW (House for Worship) market by detailing 20 places across Ontario, Canada, they’ve been used. Specified and integrated by Christie partner Horizon Solutions, Inspire Series delivers features that places of worship require, including an unbeatable price-to-lumen ratio. Established over 40 years ago, Horizon […]

Screen Innovations announced the ST Moto, a short-throw motorized ALR projection screen that allows you to use an ultra-short throw UST projector and have the screen appear and disappear on command. The ST Moto offers up to 120’ in size diagonal, and up to 15” of black drop masking. With the customizable black drop option, […]

Chief, a brand of Legrand AV, announced the release of the TiLED dvLED Universal Wall Mounts, the next generation of TiLED dvLED wall mounts that includes compatibility across a multitude of interlocking panels. Designed for adaptability, scalability and precision, Legrand says these universal wall mounts simplify the installation process, reduce installation time from days to […]

Savant Systems has partnered with Kaleidescape, enabling integrators to deliver the ultimate home cinema experience to their clients. Kaleidescape’s movie platform, including Strato C movie players and Terra Prime movie servers, work within the Savant smart home ecosystem and are now available on the Savant Store. The Kaleidescape platform is the only digital provider of […]

  Today’s rAVe [TV] episode takes place on Gary Kayye’s birthday! But also we have plenty of product news to share with you. First of all, Logitech announced the MeetUp 2, an AI-powered USB conference camera designed for BYOD and PC-based setups in huddle/small meeting spaces. I interview Legrand AV’s Shilpa Anand about everything the […]

Logitech introduced software tools for remote access, room booking, usage insights and automations to simplify space and device management through Logitech Sync. Introduced last year, Logitech’s existing desk booking solution with Logi Dock Flex makes it simple for employees to find the right spot near their colleagues in flex desking environments. Now, Logitech’s new room […]

PPDS announced that Appspace is certified as an official PPDS Wave ProStore premium application, making it easier to deploy with Philips Android SoC displays, including the Philips Signage 3000 Series (Q-Line), Philips Signage 4000 Series (D-Line) and the Philips Interactive (T-Line). Features: Digital signage: Get information across on workplace displays, allowing visitors and staff to […]

Xyte announced a new offering for universities and colleges. Now, IT directors can manage all their AV devices from any location. The offering leverages a new capability within Xyte Device Cloud (XDC). Through this new offering, CIOs and IT directors working with XDC-powered AV manufacturers gain access to a fully scalable cloud infrastructure, one with […]

Nanolumens announced the 4K Captivate Series, an all-in-one chip-on-board (COB) LED platform that’s native 4K resolution. The Nanolumens Captivate Series is 165” and the company says it features tighter pitches, achieving a 0.9 pixel pitch to ensure that images on Nanolumens’ displays feature “smoother borders and finer detail.” Nanolumens says this also allows viewers to […]

Vivitek and AVer have partnered to make using the Vivitek NovoConnect with AVer cameras seamless. NovoConnect enables users to integrate wireless sharing into any display in any type of room. NovoDisplay and NovoTouch displays have built-in NovoConnect functionality, with the latter being a touch panel. The NovoConnect NC-X900 and NC-X500, in particular, are communication hubs […]

K-array will return to InfoComm this year in Las Vegas. The K-array group, which encompasses the brands of K-array, KGEAR and KSCAPE, will be represented by the K-array USA team at the show. This year, the addition of a dedicated K-array sound room, running in parallel to the existing on-booth demo room, will allow visitors […]

Barix launched the Exstreamer MR400, which acts as a bridge between IP-based technologies and conventional paging systems, speakers or amplifers. The Exstreamer MR400 also represents the latest Dante-enabled Barix device, offering three distinct modes for interoperability with Dante networks. Building on the features of the Barix Exstreamer M400 and on Barix’s programmable IPAC firmware, the […]

L-Acoustics announced updates to L-ISA immersive production platform for the live sound and music creation markets, including 16 free outputs in L-ISA Studio, integration of Mixhalo’s AI-powered translation services with L-ISA Processor II subscription model and more. ​The addition of 16 free outputs to L-ISA Studio aim to facilitate immersive monitoring setups at minimal cost, […]

Datapath says it is continuing its mission to revolutionize control rooms with a range of U.S. debuts at InfoComm 2024. In the face of the increasing number of control room challenges, Datapath has increased both its hardware and software portfolio for its Aetria solution, an integrated platform for control rooms of any size. Being used […]

On Tuesday, June 4 at 2 p.m. ET, Geoffrey Platt will host ET Insights LIVE: InfoComm 2024 Preview. During the 60-minute LAVNCH & LEARN, Platt will be joined by a host of industry favorites—including AVIXA’s Annette Sandler, Craig Frankenstein of AVI Systems, and tech futurist Rachel Bradshaw—to chat about emerging tech trends attendees will see […]

Humly returns to InfoComm with a bigger booth and a new feature for its Humly Floor Plan software that takes space booking outside the walls of the workplace, school, or healthcare facility. Humly will introduce new power, control and sensing accessories for the Humly Booking Device at InfoComm next month. Humly exhibits at Booth C9277. […]

Christie Pandoras Box and Widget Designer power the exciting visuals of a cutting-edge immersive entertainment experience targeted at teenagers and young adults. Located at the ZGC Science Fiction Industry Innovation Center in Beijing, this new attraction “promises to engage guests through an interactive adventure.” According to Christie, visitors at the Wonderland Science Fiction Exploration Hall are […]

Algam Enterprise has been named the exclusive distributor of ZeeVee’s AV-over-IP products in France, Monaco, Tunisia, Algeria and Morocco. Founded in 1971, Algam Enterprise says it has extensive experience in the AV-over-IP sector. Algam, its parent company, is headquartered in Thouaré-sur-Loire, France, with Algam Enterprise offices and showrooms in Paris’ 11th arrondissement. “We are very […]

In today’s rAVe [TV] episode, Emily Dean steps in as guest host (Gary is traveling … probably). But this is a great time for her to guest host because she designed the rAVe giveaway T-shirt for this year’s InfoComm. We use this episode to show you the T-shirt and to also announce this year’s version […]

Barco announced a major step in ClickShare’s path towards a full carbon-neutral offering for meeting collaboration. The ClickShare Bar has been granted the carbon-neutral label by leading climate advisory organization CO2logic, a South Pole company, and is the second ClickShare product to receive the carbon-neutral label after the ClickShare Conference CX-50 2nd generation. With this […]

Onkyo introduced the TX-8470 Network Stereo Receiver with 110 watts per channel stereo and integrated with third-party voice assistants such as Google and Apple. With gold-plated terminals and audio-grade capacitors, it’s powered by 110 watts per channel at 8ohms. The company says the TX-8470 features an AKM Premium 32-bit / 768 kHz Stereo 2-Channel DAC, […]

Nureva announced it has appointed Videnda as its distributor in Ireland. As a provider of multivendor audiovisual and collaboration solutions, Videnda is set to “accelerate the adoption of Nureva’s audio conferencing product line.” By integrating these offerings with products from other AV suppliers, Videnda says it will enhance larger meeting rooms and educational spaces with […]

Ricoh Europe has opened a new experience centre in Bergen Op Zoom, The Netherlands. The centre is designed to showcase the latest technologies for improving collaboration, productivity, and sustainability in the workplace. Ricoh offers a range of solutions from managed workplace services to document management and intelligent process automation. The experience centre features a showcase […]

In Museum Square in Amsterdam, the Rijksmuseum (Holland’s History Museum) is evidence of the rich cultural heritage of the Netherlands. As the national museum dedicated to Dutch arts and history, it serves as a destination for enthusiasts, historians and art aficionados from around the globe. With a legacy spanning centuries, the Rijksmuseum is one of […]

Airzone Control announced a new API integration with Savant that allows Airzone’s HVAC control and zoning solutions to work inside the Savant Smart Home and Smart Power ecosystems. Airzone delivers intelligent HVAC control for mini-split, multi-split Inverter/VRF and ductless units. It does this by leveraging a library of manufacturer protocols to control fan speed and […]

Chief, a brand of Legrand AV, just debuted the Tempo Flat Panel In-Wall Mount System, calling it the first in-wall mount system of its kind in the industry. This all-in-one system includes in-wall storage and flat panel mounts that can be purchased and installed to accommodate the stages of construction, from rough-in to AV commissioning. […]