Extron has introduced the NAV E 522 switching encoder and NAV SD 521 switching scaling decoder for its NAV Pro AV over IP platform. The endpoints support USB-C connectivity, 4K video distribution and USB extension across multiple endpoints. The NAV E 522 supports USB-C as a single-cable connection for video, audio, USB data and optional […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST By Roland The transition to 4K is well underway across professional AV, but few organizations make that transition at once. Corporate facilities, educational institutions, houses of worship, and event venues may add a 4K camera or display while continuing to rely on HD computers, confidence monitors, streaming encoders, and other equipment […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST By Roland 4K cameras and displays have become increasingly common across professional AV environments. Corporate organizations, educational institutions, houses of worship, and event venues regularly purchase equipment capable of supporting 4K production. Yet many of these organizations continue to operate primarily in HD, even when the cameras within their systems […]

Absen announced it has released its Smart Education Display Solutions White Paper that aims to provide a framework for evaluating display infrastructure across next-generation learning environments. On Sept. 20, the report examines the industry’s shift from standalone display equipment procurement toward integrated learning space infrastructure. It identifies four key forces driving the transformation of smart […]

Elysium LED announced that it has launched three new indoor LED display solutions – CORE, SLIM and PRO. The company said the solutions are designed to address a wide range of application requirements across corporate, education, retail, hospitality, sports and entertainment, command and control, public spaces, transportation and architectural environments. The company said that it […]

Logitech debuted Rally Speaker 2 Pro and Rally Speaker 2 Max, audio systems engineered to bring precise sound targeting to large conference rooms and training environments. Rally Speaker 2 Pro and Max feature Logitech’s proprietary Sound Shape technology and marks its entry into the Pro AV market. “Today, we cross the boundary from science fiction […]

Logitech officially announced its largest enterprise product launch in company history. The company said that the launch is engineered to equip companies for the rise of AI. The new portfolio includes the Logitech Rally Bar 2, Rally System 2 Pro and Sound Shape technology and aims to bring advanced compute, intelligence and sensing into more […]

Extron announced the availability of the VoiceLift Lite Microphone Systems, a voice amplification solution designed to improve communication in instructional spaces. The solution serves as the latest addition to the VoiceLift family of wireless microphone systems and aims to deliver clear, consistent audio throughout classrooms, lecture halls and training rooms. VoiceLift Light is available with […]

Crestron Electronics announced a new DM NVX 370 hardware lineup and the first DM NVX System-on-Chip (SoC). The company said that the DM NVX AV-over-IP technology platform represents the convergence of three pillars: the signal, the platform and the infrastructure. The signal represents the ability to send nearly any source to almost any screen while […]

HID announced that it is rolling out enhancements across its FARGO DTC ID card printers, including the DTC1250e, DTC4500e and DTC1500 models, in an effort to help organizations issue secure, professional-quality ID cards faster, with less IT support and the ability to easily scale as needs evolve. The enhancements feature newer, faster hardware and electronics […]

Shure recently announced the general availability of the IntelliMix Bar Pro, a Certified for Microsoft Teams all-in-one collaboration bar and touch panel for medium and large rooms designed to deliver the clean, reliable data that powers AI-driven collaboration. “Every transcript, summary, and AI-generated insight begins with what your room’s devices can hear and see. When […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST By Roland Professional video production has traditionally relied on multiple cameras to create the variety of shots expected during live events, presentations, and streaming productions. A wide shot may capture an entire stage while additional cameras provide closer views of presenters, panelists, or other areas of interest. Each additional perspective […]

AVer Information Inc. USA announced that the MT300N is now Certified for Microsoft Teams. The MT300N meets Microsoft’s performance and compatibility requirements for qualified Teams Rooms deployments, supporting reliable integration across certified room environments. “Achieving certification for the MT300N emphasizes our continued focus on delivering solutions that simplify deployment while supporting reliable collaboration experiences,” said […]

Captivate, a brand of Hall Research, officially introduced the CP-PVOT-C1622, a 4K AI dual-lens camera built for conference rooms, training facilities, classrooms and streaming setups. The camera combines an 8 MP PTZ main lens with 3x optical zoom against a 2 MP panoramic lens covering 120 degrees, so AI tracking modes can frame the room […]

Joan announced it is expanding its reusable ePaper badge from visitor check-in to also cover employee identity and event badges. One badge, configured for whichever role it’s needed for, updates instead of being reprinted. The company said that its employee badge is designed to allow an office or HR manager to set up a whole […]

Legrand | AV announced it is expanding its Wiremold Sit-Stand Desk Power lineup with a new 65W option. The 65W Sit-Stand Desk Power solution pairs a desktop power center with under-desk outlet strip options, giving users one coordinated source of power for their own devices and for the monitors and docking stations and peripherals connected […]

Extron has announced its new “Professional AV over IP Design Guide” for designing and deploying high-performance AV-over-IP systems. Extron said the guide provides a practical roadmap to the layered architecture and design principles behind secure and reliable AV over IP systems. It also highlights Extron NAV Pro AV-over-IP technology and the innovations behind the platform […]

Mount-It! PRO announced that its new Zaxxis Micro dvLED Mounting System is now available to ship. First showcased at InfoComm 2026, Zaxxis Micro builds upon the company’s award-winning Zaxxis platform with an ultra-slim, modular design engineered specifically around the needs of professional integrators and installers. Zaxxis Micro works to reduce the mounting system footprint while […]

ViewSonic announced the latest generation of its mobile direct view LED display solution, which is now shipping. According to ViewSonic, the LDS136-152 mobile solution delivers a large-screen display in a preassembled design, which enables setup within minutes. The LDS136-152 is a foldable 136-inch Direct View LED video wall on wheels built for flexibility.  The LDS136-152 […]

MuxLab announced the availability of a new Symetrix Composer control module designed to provide control of MuxLab’s AV-over-IP product portfolio through the Symetrix control platform. Developed for use with Muximus, MuxLab’s centralized AV management platform, the new Composer module enables integrators to discover, monitor and control compatible MuxLab AV-over-IP endpoints directly from the Symetrix Composer […]

Panopto launched three new capabilities that aim to help users find answers faster, transform video into active learning and bring organizational knowledge into AI tools they already use. Panopto said that it is working to make knowledge already captured easier to find and apply while maintaining trust and source context. The company’s recent research centers […]

Extron officially announced the immediate availability of the SW2 HD 8K, a two-input HDMI switcher with analog audio de-embedding. Designed with system integrators in mind, the compact switcher aims to deliver high-performance video and flexible audio integration for a wide range of AV environments. The switcher supports video resolutions up to 8K, including 21:9 and […]

Nureva Inc. and AudioCodes announced their joint Android Platform solution has received Microsoft Teams Rooms certification for medium-sized spaces. The solution, powered by the Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform (MDEP), combines the Nureva HDL310 audio conferencing system with the AudioCodes dual-lens RXVCam70 PTZ camera, RXV200-ES Android Intelligent AV Hub and RX-PAD-ES Meeting Room Controller to deliver […]

Extron announced that the company powered the student experience at Indiana State University with the development of a new dedicated space for competitive and recreational gaming. The new space required modifications, including upgrades to the existing AV and network infrastructure and installing a new HVAC system. ISU chose Extron to assist with the development of […]

Uniguest officially launched Hub OS, a software release that provides Onelan and MediaStar customers with a path to the next generation Uniguest Hub AV platform while allowing them to retain compatible existing NTB and media player hardware. The Hub OS launch enables supported Onelan NTB and MediaStar hardware to now work with Hub AV. This […]

Extron launched Dynamic Images, a new Extron control system capability. Extron user interfaces can now display low-frame-rate video directly from NAV Pro AV over IP systems. It will soon include compatibility with Quantum Ultra II videowall processor systems. Confidence preview content is delivered securely to the control interface with no dedicated preview hardware required. The […]

Extron announced that Extron Control Pro is now available. The AV control app aims to provide users with complete, mobile access to Extron control systems. It aims to build on the Extron Control app and delivers new features including real-time dynamic image preview, the ability to add multiple systems at once and new authentication options. […]

Trends are everywhere, even in the AV industry. For May’s temperature check survey, we decided to ask you, the readers, what trends are influencing projects the most and having the biggest impact on the industry. We also asked what trend has been the most overhyped. Your responses provided some interesting perspectives on the ideas and […]

Audio-Technica launched the BP880R Contact Transducer, a specialized microphone with waterproof performance consistent with IPX7 standards. The solution is designed to capture impact and surface vibrations that can add a new dimension to sports broadcasts, film productions, field recording, theater and other professional audio applications. The company said that BP880R aims to address capturing sounds […]

Nureva Inc. has announced Room Assistant, the first feature in its broader roadmap to bring AI-powered room intelligence to Nureva audio systems. According to Nureva, Room Assistant brings natural language processing to Nureva Console, the device management and monitoring platform for Nureva audio systems, with an interface that helps IT teams interact with Nureva’s knowledge […]

Quam Nichols announced that it is officially on the network with the launch of the QIP line up of endpoints. The company is bringing its signature audio performance and installer-first simplicity to a new family of PoE/PoE+ endpoints. QIP aims to give integrators a flexible new approach to designing network audio systems for voice paging, […]

Autoscript today launched Voice Controller for WinPlus-IP, a new voice-controlled prompting solution that enables presenters to control the movement of their script by speaking. Voice Controller is powered by the speech recognition technology behind the fully automated Autoscript Voice solution and integrated with WinPlus-IP prompting software. The solution allows the prompt to respond to the […]