Screen Innovations (SI) will unveil Kaos (Kick Ass Outdoor Shades), a line the company says is built for high-wind, and is Miami-Dade Hurricane Certified for use in high-velocity hurricane zones at the CEDIA Expo 2024. SI says Kaos is designed with multiple structures to give it strength and durability. Its patent-pending V-Screen Retention System “holds […]
McIntosh Laboratory announced the MX200 A/V Processor, an 11.2-channel signal processor programmed to output from 5.1 to 7.2.4 surround sound speaker arrangements. The company says the product supports immersive audio formats such as Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. Connectivity: Four HDMI inputs and one HDMI output support 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video and are compatible with HDCP […]
We’ve rarely seen such immediate and fascinated response from the media. It’s clear their AI-based technology of Reaktor Power Distribution has struck a nerve and raised curiosity. We’ve put together these insights to help you understand the impact of this new world of power from MA. It’s gonna be BIG! They’ll be at MA booth […]
Sonus faber is pleased to announce the launch of the Concertino G4, the fourth edition of the brand’s iconic Concertino speaker. A continuation of Sonus faber’s storied legacy of exceptional sound and high-quality Italian craftsmanship, the two-way passive high-end loudspeaker seamlessly blends heritage and innovation to take audio performance to new heights, while capturing the […]
Legrand AV is set to attend CEDIA Expo 2024 and the co-located Commercial Integrator Expo, Sept. 5-7, in Denver. At the show, the company will present fully integrated products from Chief, Da-Lite, Luxul, Middle Atlantic, On-Q, SANUS and Vaddio. In addition, Legrand AV says it will highlight its latest CSR initiatives and MDU solutions as […]
SoundTube Entertainment is adding Dante-enabled products from input and source control to IP-enabled PoE speakers next month while at the CEDIA Expo and CIX shows. SoundTube’s Dante ecosystem brings flexibility and scalability to home installations. From system management via a web server and the ability to remotely monitor and setup, the system saves installation time/costs […]
CEDIA Expo announces the debut of “Home Theaterology,” a collaborative effort by Richard Charschan with contributions from other notable home theater experts. The author says the book was designed to inspire technology integrators, interior designers and architects to integrate captivating home theaters into their projects. This launch will take place at the CEDIA Expo 2024, […]
CEDIA announced the latest step in ongoing advocacy efforts, this time to establish the Technology Integrator occupational code within the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system. The organization says this initiative is a crucial part of CEDIA’s broader mission to support its members and advance the smart home technology industry. The U.S. Government recently announced the […]
The August 2024 Temperature Check Survey is now closed. Be sure to keep an eye out for next month’s survey! CEDIA Expo 2024 and Commercial Integrator Expo (CIX) 2024 are right around the corner, and that means it’s time to get thinking about resimercial technology. As Gary and I said recently during our CIX Preview […]
Screen Innovations announced Niño shades, a Zigbee- or RF-controllable shade line for smaller jobs that are also integrated into the Samsung SmartThings home hub via the SI App. For larger projects, the company says the SI’s Ecosystem allows Nino to be controlled by any third-party control system. Niño fabrics are available in multiple colors and […]
CEDIA, the Association for Smart Home Professionals, says it is proud to announce that Emmy and Peabody award-winning director and home theater aficionado, Barry Sonnenfeld will serve as this year’s Keynote speaker at CEDIA Expo 2024. Sonnenfeld will take the stage to deliver a keynote that CEDIA says promises to be a highlight of the […]
The Home Technology Association announced an update to its Technology Budget Calculator. This tool helps prospective clients understand realistic installed cost budget ranges for their home technology projects. Instead of asking homeowners their budget, the HTA Technology Budget Calculator provides an informed starting point for discussions. The company says the updated HTA Technology Budget Calculator […]
Just Add Power say it is headed to CEDIA Expo 2024 (booth 3333 ) and focusing on its MaxColor 4K60 Series MC-TXWP1 wall plate transmitter, MC-QX MaxColor 4K60 Tiling and Warping transmitter and the AES67-capable MC-TX3 MaxColor 4K60 Series transmitter. The company says the new Just Add Power MaxColor MC-TXWP1 PoE, two-gang HDMI wall plate […]
Da-Lite a brand of Legrand | AV, introduced Myriad, a ceiling-recessed, wall- and ceiling-mounted electric screen system. Available with 16′ (5 m) of the SightLine cable drop feature, which gives the impression of a floating screen, Myriad is offered in sizes from 14′-16′ (4-5 m) wide in 16:9 HDTV and 16:10 Wide formats. Tensioned products […]
Coastal Source announced CUBE, dubbed an “audiophile quality outdoor subwoofer.” Coastal Source says the CUBE 350-watt subwoofer combines two customizable stone finishes (Travertine or Granite) with a 10” bass driver in a small 16” cube shape that can be mounted on hardscapes or softscapes without the need to dig into the landscape. The company says […]
Daisy has partnered with CEDIA (Custom Electronics Design and Installation Association) to provide Daisy technicians with access to licensed CEDIA content, coursework, training and certification. All materials and instruction are available to technicians via any desktop or mobile device via Daisy’s Learning Management System (LMS), called Pathways. Daisy says team members will receive career-building, mobile, […]
JVC Professional Video announced the KM-IP12S8 and KM-IP12S8PRO CONNECTED CAM vMix Studio Switchers are shipping. As live video production solutions, the company says the switchers provide live mixing, switching, recording and streaming for a variety of multi-camera, fast-paced applications, such as live sports and event productions. Both switchers come standard with licensed versions of either […]
Rotel announced the A8 Integrated Amplifier Class AB fully integrated solution. Built with a Rotel high current toroidal transformer, the company says the A8 delivers 40 watts of output power into 4 ohm speakers. Three RCA inputs and a Moving Magnet Phono stage ensure compatibility with vinyl players, too. The front panel Bass, Treble and […]
Radial Engineering announced the Nuance Select Studio Monitor Controller is shipping. The company says the Nuance Select is Radial’s flagship studio monitor controller and is spec’d as a low distortion controller. The result is a clean signal path for seamless switching between two audio sources and two sets of powered speakers, according to the company. […]
Luminii just launched the MYKA [pronounced /mahy-kuh/] Mini Linear LED Lighting; the same LEDs as other fixtures in the Luminii linear product range, but in a discreet and compact package — they will officially debut at CEDIA Expo 2024 in the Lightening Pavilion, exhibit # 3947. MYKA mounting options include surface square, surface round with […]
CEDIA Expo announced the Day of Discovery, the largest gathering of design-build professionals and residential technology specialists, according to the organization, at CEDIA Expo 2024. Hosted by Technology Designer, the Day of Discovery will take place on Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, offering an opportunity for designers, architects and building professionals to delve into the world […]
Luminii announced the STENOS (pronounced /stĕn-ohs/) Micro-Optic Lighting, which the company says uses a proprietary micro-optic CSP engine to deliver uniform light output, high CRI and consistent glare control across a lineup of downlight and track systems. Luminii says the Stenos product range is flexible and aimed at both commercial and residential spaces. Consisting of […]
Kaleidescape and Mercury Studios announced a collaboration to “bring the biggest names in music to the cinema.” Kaleidescape says it provides an alternative method to securely deliver library releases to the big screen. The Kaleidescape platform provides high-quality content enabling playback of content on demand. “Mercury Studios is about bringing our exciting films to audiences […]
Innovators Paul Bryson, Tim Marshall, and Michael Braithwaite — known for their roles in launching NetStreams, and key posts at AMX, ClearOne, Crestron and Screen Innovations — are at it again. Their new company, Modern Atomics, makes its debut at CEDIA Expo 2024 (booth #3520) with Reaktor, the industry’s first power distribution unit (PDU) designed […]
Avnu Alliance has developed a new certification program adding to the testing and certification process for network switches used across market segments. The new program supports certification for devices according to the IEEE’s SA’s 802.1.BA profile for Audio Video Bridging (AVB) as part of the IEEE Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN), which is a group of IEEE […]
TEAC Corporation just announced the CG-10M-X, a Reference Series Master Clock Generator that delivers an accurate clock signal to DACs, network audio players and CD players. The company says the crystal oscillator at the heart of the CG-10M-X is an OCXO (Oven Controlled Crystal Oscillator), which is equipped with a thermostatic chamber to ensure high […]
AI-based shade control emerges via new technology inside a product called Reaktor Power Distribution. Modern Atomics says one box can drive 22 shades inside a house or business in a small 1.75”x 8.5” footprint. The company says the setup includes an auto-programming feature and a copy-and-paste system. The PDU is powered via a passive POE […]
AudioControl (audiocontrolpro.com) has announced the appointment of two distributors for the UK market. Custom AV Distribution and Aldous Systems will present the AudioControl product lineup, including the most advanced Dante-enabled multi-zone amplifiers and home cinema receivers, processors, and amplifiers to the finest integration pros and home theater specialists across the UK. Custom AV Distribution Founded […]
MOORESTOWN, NEW JERSEY, July 23, 2024 – Outfitting a backyard with weather-hardy tech built to withstand an occasional rain shower is one thing; equipping the outdoor area with products purposely designed and engineered to defy the power and erosion of gale force winds, ocean waves and sea salt is quite another. The integration team at […]
Screen Innovations (SI), the AV industry’s most innovative brand for projection screens, window coverings, outdoor shading and screen solutions for commercial and residential markets, is pleased to announce the strategic expansion of its manufacturing facilities, warehouses, training facilities and dealer support services worldwide. SI’s expanded production is in North America and other International locations. The […]
Powerful things are happening in Austin, Texas! Modern Atomics is a new company from industry pioneers Michael Braithwaite, Paul Bryson, and Timothy Marshall. They have crafted an AI-driven ecosystem of products aimed at catapulting productivity and energy efficiency to unprecedented heights, benefiting both the installer and client. The company launches at CEDIA Expo 2024 and […]
Screen Innovations announced Origami shades, an “artfully designed” series that fits and covers all window layouts with “style and function,” according to the company. Screen Innovations says the Origami shade shapes are offered in an acute triangle, a triangle with square base, left-angled triangle, left-angled triangle, left-angled triangle with square base, a right-angled triangle with […]
