C2G today announced its new USB-C/HDMI 3-Input Combo to HDMI 1-Output KVM switch. Users can switch between three computing devices using a single keyboard, display and mouse, making the KVM switch ideal for accessing multiple devices while freeing up desk space by reducing the number of keyboards, displays and mice needed. The C2G C2G54541 KVM […]

Everyone likely already knows that AI can be used to handle repetitive tasks across an organization making everyone more efficient, but that’s just the boring part of AI. AI can, and will, help businesses and schools accelerate voice control, solve ambient noise problems, simplify meeting and class notifications, help integrate NLP (Natural Language Processing), speed-up […]

The tables have turned, and now it was my turn to host solo. On our latest episode of rAVe [TV], the only LIVE weekly TV show in the AV industry, I talked about AI month, the upcoming rAVe Reader’s Choice Awards, and much more! Tune in, AV Tweeps! 

BlueJeans Basic is a new free video conferencing plan that allows users to meet for as long as they want, one-on-one or in groups of up to 25 people. With unlimited free meetings enforcing no time limit, users can meet, create, sell, learn and collaborate with peers across time zones — and days — while […]

TASCAM debuts the SB-16D 16-in/16-out Dante Enabled Stage Box. The TASCAM SB-16D stage box offers all the advantages of Dante networking, combined with seamless integration with the new TASCAM Sonicview Digital Recording and Mixing Consoles. Controllable using the TASCAM IO Control app or via the new Sonicview consoles, the SB-16D can be used as a […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST I’ve always felt like AV technology is an art form — one that is begging to tell a story. And that plays out perfectly when you see something like projection mapping on the front of a building telling the history of a town through visuals and music; it’s beautiful. Another […]

Quicklink will demo the AI-enabled STS410 and Cre8, the next-generation video production platform available on-premises or in the cloud, incorporating innovative NVIDIA AI technology. The solution is a video production interface for creating professional virtual, in-person and hybrid events. Quicklink’s STS410 combines all the tools required to create professional productions that connect to global audiences. […]

The regeneration project at Nottingham’s Island Quarter is turning a 36-acre former industrial site into a mixed-use space with multi-functional public spaces as well as areas to live, work and relax. As one of the first examples of what the new district will bring to the city, the Canal Turn performance space has set a […]

A new K-array sound system has been installed at Homerton College’s architect-designed dining hall as part of a multi-million pound extension to the Cambridge college’s campus. Providing natural vocal reinforcement in the vaulted dining hall, the Vyper-KV52 line arrays complement the warm timber-panelled interior, blending imperceptibly into the strikingly modern architecture. Originally founded in Homerton, […]

Epson announced the new PowerLite L570U, L770U and L775U are shipping, adding 4K Enhancement Technology and PixAlign Camera support to the compact and portable PowerLite L lineup. Built with installation and creative tools, along with 5,200 and 7,000 lumens of equal color and white brightness, the new projectors offer 3-chip 3LCD laser projectors for entertainment […]

The SDVoE Alliance announced Beijing Huayi Chuangxin has joined the SDVoE Alliance as an adopting member. Established in 2003, Beijing Huayi Chuangxin Info. Tech. Co., Ltd. leads research and development, product supply and professional system integration for stadium events. Huayi Chuangxin’s focus on research and development helps to uncover the unique needs and pain points […]

Vistar Media and Broadsign announce a mutual integration to their respective mediation layers. Enabling an open, fair-play auction regardless of which firm’s mediation layer is used, the collaboration lowers the operational burden for media owners while facilitating easier advertiser access to OOH inventory. For media owners using or planning to use both companies’ SSPs, the […]

PSNI Global Alliance has added former Diversified President, Kevin Collins, to its Board of Directors, where he joins as Strategic Advisor. Collins brings over 30 years of industry experience to PSNI as a co-founder of one of the largest and most respected Broadcast/AV/UC solution providers in the world. Participating directly in hundreds of projects globally […]

I may be hosting solo, but I’m not all alone! This week, I am joined by Brian Rhatigan from Exertis Almo, as rAVe [TV]’s special guest. We discussed his recent article, “5 Factors for Considering a New Projector,” for rAVe [PUBS], and then I gave a run-down of the latest news in the AV industry. […]

Pimloc, a company using artificial intelligence (AI) to anonymize personal data in videos, has hired its first sales leader in North America. Tom Fashola will serve as vice president of U.S. sales and will lead the North American sales strategy, including overseeing the launch and scaling of Pimloc’s technology in the United States. Based in California, […]

The Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS) has released the sixth edition of its Safety and Security Guidelines for K-12 Schools, which offers comprehensive information on best practices specifically for securing school facilities — from subject matter experts across the education, public safety and industry sectors. The sixth-edition release — including updates to the Safety […]

Hailo will debut its new Hailo-15 family of high-performance vision processors to the security industry at ISC West 2023 in Booth 16099. “We look forward to showcasing at this year’s ISC West how our new family of top performing AI vision processors can bring unprecedented video processing and analytic capabilities at the edge to the […]

Marshall Electronics is adding NDI codecs to four new camera models. The CV570/CV574 Miniature Cameras and CV370/CV374 Compact Cameras all feature low latency NDI|HX3 streaming and standard IP (HEVC) encoding with SRT while also offering an HDMI simultaneous output for traditional workflows. The CV570-ND3 miniature and CV370-ND3 compact NDI|HX3 cameras contain a new Sony HD […]

Glensound‘s GTM eSports Gamers Interface was introduced at last year’s NAB, and now they’ve added SDI embedding to it so that game audio and local analog sources can be inserted for forward distribution. GTM provides a single device that combines multiple functions required to support interfacing and communication during an eSports tournament. A simple-to-use panel […]

Wisycom just announced its MTK982 dual-wideband stereo IEM/IFB transmitter. With quality audio and low spurious emission, the MTK982 can generate multiple types of RF modulations, making it ideal for various live event productions. The MTK982 features the widest switching bandwidth available among any in-ear monitor system (up to 300 MHz), enabling users to find the […]

Pop the champagne! Gary and Steph have been recording rAVe [TV] for 100 episodes. And to celebrate, they hosted this special episode during LAVNCH WEEK 7! From Telecine and YCD Multimedia’s “RAMP UP!” to Lenovo’s ThinkSmart View Plus MS Teams, we have plenty to cover this episode. Here’s to 100 more! 

The new INOGENI TOGGLE USB 3.0 switcher is designed to control and connect USB-based conferencing equipment in a room, such as cameras, microphones and speakers. It’s designed as an external USB switcher allowing for BYOD/BYOM applications in rooms using the Lenovo ThinkSmart Core connected to a laptop. Features include: Enable wired USB BYOM/BYOD Switch of […]

GB Labs announced the release of Unify Hub Generation 2, a global unified file system that allows users to optimize, adapt and secure their on-premise, cloud and remote workflows. Unify Hub has three features to enhance workflows and is a way to seamlessly adapt to unusual ways of working in a more effective, secure and […]

Edge, formerly USAV Group and a division of the PSA Network, announced Sharp NEC as the 2023 Elite Plus partner sponsor. Edge partners are industry-leading organizations that have demonstrated their commitment to supporting AV integrators and the industry. Each year, partners have the opportunity to sponsor Edge and receive strategic business, marketing, education and networking […]

#GALSNGEAR will host the #GALSNGEAR CONNECT Women’s Leadership Summit, a half-day program at the 2023 NAB Show designed to propel women along their leadership journey with next-level, hands-on work. This year’s summit, presented on Tuesday, April 18, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in partnership with the NAB, features leaders from across the industry in […]

March is women’s month in the United States, and I am happy to see consistent messaging and support for it in the professional AV industry. AVIXA has regular posts on social media highlighting women in AV, and many other industry publications, including this one, do the same. A couple of months ago, a group of […]

ViewSonic Corp is launching a range of education technology (EdTech) solutions the week, including a 5K resolution 105-inch ViewBoard IFP105S 21:9 aspect ratio interactive display. In addition, it’s debuting software add-ons to the board via the myViewBoard software suite and something called UNIVERSE by ViewSonic — a 3D virtual campus for online learning. Here’s a […]

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has revealed the 2023 honoree list for the SIA Women in Security Forum (WISF) Power 100. This initiative, presented by the SIA Women in Security Forum, honors 100 women in the security industry each year who are role models for actively advancing diversity, inclusion, innovation and leadership in the community. […]

NEW YORK CITY – March 2023 – The music club business is a never-ending battle, and New York City has always been on the front line. From the Copacabana and Cotton Club to CBGB’s and Max’s Kansas City, New York set the tone for the business nationally and globally. The Bowery Presents, which has built a […]

The Q-SYS NM Series NM-T1 is a tabletop network PoE microphone native to Q-SYS and designed for collaboration spaces. The microphone features beamforming technology, ensuring clarity and separation for all surrounding talkers. It also offers onboard call controls, a programmable user button and touchless muting capability, which lets users mute or unmute with the wave […]

Over the past few years Immanuel Church in Chicago, like many other houses of worship during this time, had their sound system grow to accommodate live streaming and audio presentation needs. The additions were reactionary with equipment somewhat randomly installed throughout the sanctuary. There wasn’t a master plan in place. When it was time to […]

Van Nuys, CA (USA), 15th March 2023: DJ BoBo is a phenomenon. After 30 years on stage and 15 studio albums behind him – many of them gold and platinum – the Swiss artist is still selling out major venues. In 2023 there will be another anniversary tour (which is already almost completely sold out) […]