Digital Projection International (DPI) has announced the launch of the HIGHLite LASER WUXGA 3D, which offers 10,000 lumens from a solid-state light source, capable of producing over 20,000 hours of illumination and WUXGA (1920×1200). Due to the light source and lack of a lamp, this projector offers a lower total cost of ownership. Image edge […]

TASCAM is presenting its new UH-7000 USB Mic Pre to the broadcast market for the first time at the 2014 NAB Show. The 4×4-channel audio interface is a standalone microphone preamp that features the company’s HDIA (High Definition Instrumentation Architecture), an entirely new design for microphone preamps, which ensures clean sound reproduction with a high […]

HAWTHORNE, N.Y. — April 9, 2014 — BTX Technologies, a value-added distributor and manufacturer of interface, integration, and system products, announced today that they received the Outstanding Performance Award from Neutrik USA at NAB 2014. “Neutrik USA is very proud to award BTX Technologies with this year’s Outstanding Performance Award given in recognition  to their […]

Aurora Multimedia has announced DXE-CAT-RX3 series of HDBaseT receivers are now shipping. These new HDBaseT receivers consist of four models all incorporating balanced analog stereo audio input and output with mixing capabilities, and dual relays for screen/lift control. The DXE-CAT-RX3A model adds a 2×35-watt amplifier. Two additional models come complete with on-board IP/web based control […]

No question that laser light sources are the future of most projection technologies. A few manufacturers have stepped up to the plate and are already shipping laser-based projectors. One company launched a 10,000 lumen laser projector today – listen to hear which!

In case you missed it, Amazon has joined the STB (set-top-box) brigade with its own Amazon Fire device, as part of its future digital content delivery plans.  A quip from the online press release gives the big picture: “Amazon integrates the hardware, software, and the content into an easy-to-use, seamless, end-to-end service for customers,” and […]

HOUSTON – April 8, 2014 — Juice Goose announces the new, energy saving P90-PRO Series of on‑line UPS products that reduce operating costs for end users and project cost for integrators. The P90-PRO models feature a 0.90 power factor design that converts 90% of power line voltage and current into wattage. That’s 30% to 50% more […]

Biamp Systems is now shipping its TesiraFORTÉ series of audio processors. TesiraFORTÉ consists of eight models — four AVB models and four non-AVB models — with fixed input and output configurations. These processors are a part of Biamp’s Tesira family of DSP-based media systems. Also shipping is Biamp’s new Dante-enabled DAN-1 digital server networking card, […]

LAS VEGAS — April  2014 — MultiDyne®, a leading provider of fiber-optic-based video and audio transport solutions for broadcast and pro A/V applications, today announced The Dingo™, a new fiber transport platform that enables interoperability between portable and fixed infrastructure equipment, bringing unprecedented flexibility to the field of fiber transport. Available in three compatible formats, The […]

“Today we are in San Piero a Sieve, headquarters of K-array, for K-day 2014, a two-day event dedicated to our clients, partners and anyone who wishes to get to know better the products we have presented at the two most recent exhibitions, ISE and PL+S. The event was organised jointly by K-array and us from […]

LOS GATOS, CA – (April 8, 2014) – BrightSign, LLC®, the market leader in digital signage media players, announced that its new 4K digital signage media players will be demonstrated at NAB 2014 in the Elemental Technologies and Tightrope Media Systems booths. The company also revealed today that its 4K players will support MPEG-DASH, which […]

Aurora Multimedia announces  DXE-CAT-RX3 series of HDBaseT receivers are now shipping. These new HDBaseT receivers consist of 4 models all incorporating balanced analog stereo audio input and output with mixing capabilities, and dual relays for screen/lift control. The DXE-CAT-RX3A model adds a 2x35W amplifier. Two (2) additional models come complete with on-board IP/web based control […]

Aurora, IL, April 7, 2014: Peerless-AV, in conjunction with WyreStorm, is thrilled to announce a line of industry-first HDBaseT-integrated mount kits. Eliminating the cable clutter of the typical home entertainment system and professional installation project, the Peerless-AV all-in-one-box kits provide HDBaseT integration solutions for both residential and commercial installation projects and enable WyreStorm hardware units to […]

This week, we follow the news with a conversation between Joel Rollins and Mark Coxon, both rAVe bloggers, about convergence, BYOD, and last week’s exchange between them from the blog.

At NAB, DPA Microphones has introduced the new d:screet Omnidirectional Miniature Necklace Microphone, the heavy-duty d:screet 4060 and 4061 Omnidirectional Miniature Microphones, and the classic d:screet Omnidirectional Miniature Mics with reinforced cable relief. The new d:screet Necklace Microphone lets audio techs not worry about how to attach the mic to clothing when consistent audio output […]

HAWTHORNE, N.Y. — April 7, 2014 — BTX Technologies, a value-added distributor and manufacturer of interface, integration, and system products, today announced that they have been officially certified by LEMO to build and repair LEMO SMPTE cable assemblies. LEMO pioneered and set the standard for fiber connectors in the HDTV marketplace.  They developed the 3K.93C […]

Northbrook, IL: April 2014 – AmpliVox Sound Systems announced a major expansion of its product line for 2014, with innovative additions to its collection of top-quality sound equipment and presentation furniture. Many of the “14 for 2014” collection of products are designed to integrate multimedia accessories and high tech audio with attractive lecterns and audio […]

Every Friday we give you some top stories from the week that you can’t afford to miss. This week includes an update from Extron, a blog from Keith Kelsen and a column from Scott Tiner, and InfoComm replaces its CAVSP with its APEx designation. Hope you enjoy this week’s week wrap-up, and as always, let […]

ToolsOnAir Broadcast Engineering continues to pioneer the most innovative and comprehensive broadcast suite available for the Mac OS platform. At NAB Booth SL13313, the company will introduce new updates to their revolutionary “TV Station in a Mac” Broadcast Suite, with enhancements and features including pristine image quality, uncompressed real-time graphics, seamless integration of SD and HD multiple […]

CinemaCon was last week and NAB is next week, but there has been no let up in the news flow from these events.  Let’s take a look. CinemaCon was a watershed for news about the future of the cinema.  Laser projection was a hot topic we covered a few times: Christie Takes a Different 6p […]

Extron’s new IN1604 DTP is an HDCP-compliant scaler with three HDMI inputs, a universal analog video input and a DTP output, all housed in a 1U, half rack enclosure. The IN1604 DTP is designed for installation beneath conference tables and in lecterns to provide localized switching support for sources such as presenter devices, as well […]

 Planar Systems, Inc.today announced two new expansions to the Planar sales force. Based out of New York City, Tani Klein joins the Planar team as the new Sales Manager for the Northeast Region, including the New York City metro area, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Tani previously served as the Chief Operating Officer for Primeview, a […]

MIAMI, FL, April 1, 2014 – Herman (www.HermanAVGroup.com), the leading nationwide provider of professional AV products, procurement services and labor resources to systems integrators in the commercial AV and broadcast industries, has hired Deborah McClain as West Coast Regional Sales Manager. With more than 16 years of industry experience, McClain has worked extensively with integrators and […]

SAN JOSE, Calif. — April 3, 2014 — Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT), the worldwide leader in video delivery infrastructure, today announced that its multiscreen transcoding and delivery ecosystem now supports workflows compatible with Adobe Primetime’s ad insertion capabilities, enabling monetization of multiscreen video delivery with Adobe’s state-of-the-art “TV Everywhere” platform. The Harmonic Multiscreen Ad Insertion solution includes Harmonic’s ProMedia® Live […]

CONCORD, CA, USA – APRIL 03, 2014 —  D-Tools, Inc., the worldwide leader in system integration software, today announced that Tierney Brothers, a leading commercial audiovisual design and integration firm based in Minneapolis, is deploying D-Tools’ award-winning SIX 2013 software to help streamline engineering processes related to its commercial installations. By utilizing D-Tools’ data-driven process, […]

SAN JOSE, Calif. — April 3, 2014 — At booth SU1210 at the 2014 NAB Show, Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT), the worldwide leader in video delivery infrastructure, will demonstrate the world’s first end-to-end HEVC solution for delivering live 2160p60 10-bit Ultra HD content. In collaboration with companies including Broadcom Corporation, Sigma Designs, Vigor Systems, and ViXS, the Harmonic broadcast […]

The interview — the power of the spoken word, the real sense of expression and feeling when one gives you direct response to something that you’ve been thinking and/or wondering about. In blogs previous to the last two that I’ve done on the title subject of AV/IT be they cloud, BYOD or cybersecurity, it was […]

In September, I wrote about the struggle I sometimes feel when thinking about whether to develop a strong relationship with a vendor/manufacturer or to play the field. I decided to revisit that topic after some recent experiences, and some recent news. One of the major reasons I questioned whether we would stay with a certain […]

April 2014 – Analog Way is pleased to announce the VertigeTM, a new Remote Console designed to control Analog Way’s LiveCoreTM and MidraTM series of Mixers/Seamless Switchers. With a brand new design and an innovative approach to show creation and management, the VertigeTM Console will help unleash the full potential of the Switchers controlled. In […]

LOCUST VALLEY, N.Y. — April 3, 2014 — MultiDyne®, a leading provider of fiber-optic-based video and audio transport solutions for broadcast and pro A/V applications, today announced LightningSwitch, a 48×48 optical-to-optical routing switch that simplifies the routing of fiber-optic signals within broadcast infrastructures by eliminating the need for fiber patch panels. Relying on highly reliable piezoelectric beam-steering technology, […]

TFCinfo’s latest market research study, “The Use of Video Displays in American Churches 2014,” reports that roughly half of U.S. churches are looking to purchase and expand upon their projection and video display systems. The house of worship market continues to grow in all segments. Larger churches are buying more projectors and displays than in […]

NAB/LAS VEGAS – (April 3, 2014) – Christie® continues its leadership in the visual display technology market at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show in Las Vegas April 5-10. The exhibits open April 7, showcasing two connecting Christie booths featuring the latest 4K solutions including laser projection. The benefits of Christie Q Series, Christie […]