THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Sydney Paulk TD SYNNEX With the quest for a simplified “wow” factor, the use of all-in-one dvLED solutions continues to grow. These solutions offer stunning displays and unparalleled performance coupled with seamless integration and easy maintenance — in other words, an integrator’s dream. Keep reading to dive into the captivating […]

Earlier this year, when I published my 2024 Kayye’s Krystal Ball predictions, I said, “Xyte will become the AV Cloud and platform of choice.” Well, since then, the company has secured agreements with Legrand | AV, Avocor, the HDBaseT Alliance, Symetrix, AVPro Edge, Bluesound, and others (that I’m not allowed to talk about yet) to […]

Extron is already shipping its PL EXP PDU8L control system power expansion interface that provides centralized 12V DC power management, monitoring and temperature sensing. It delivers 60 watts across eight individually controllable outputs. The IPL EXP PDU8L is Ethernet enabled and features the ability to monitor power consumption while providing a temperature port and thermistor […]

This month’s Temperature Check Survey is now CLOSED. Keep an eye out for a piece that reviews the results and keep an eye out for next month’s survey! It’s almost time for one of the largest trade shows in the AV industry. I can’t wait to attend InfoComm 2024 — Gary and I have been […]

AVPro Edge introduced the AC-EXUSB-3-KIT that accommodates up to four USB devices via USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A female ports, using proven stable technology to transport any combination of up to four USB 3.2 Gen 1, 2.0, 1.0 signals across distances as great as 100-meters (328 feet) over CAT-6a cabling. The AC-EXUSB-3-KIT is a two-piece […]

Atlona has added a 7” touch panel to its Velocity family of IP-enabled AV control system products. Now shipping, the AT-VTP-700VL is designed for AV control or room scheduling in education and corporate applications. It is also suitable as a room scheduling panel for lobbies and hallways. The side-mounted LEDs of the panel provide a […]

Lightware Visual Engineering says its Taurus Switcher solutions can be integrated with Microsoft Teams Rooms on Windows to make BYOD solutions; sort of Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) functionality and room control capabilities for Teams meeting spaces. The solution augments the Microsoft Teams Rooms experience by allowing users to integrate their personal laptops with the […]

Voting is now CLOSED for the 2024 rAVe Readers’ Choice Awards. Keep an eye out — we are counting up the votes and will announce the winners June 5. If you didn’t get nominated this year, make sure to look out for the 2025 nomination form at the beginning of Q2 2025. These are the […]

AVPro Edge introduced an MXnet Evolution II encoder (model AC-MXNET-1G-DANTE-EV2), an MXnet Evolution II decoder (model AC-MXNET-1G-DANTE-DV2), and an MXnet Evolution II wall plate encoder (model AC-MXNET-1G-EV2WP). These new models add compatibility with Dante audio to the MXnet Evolution II series. Installations that systematically deploy Dante audio but segregate it to an independent network can […]

E Ink, the ePaper technology company, just announced a strategic partnership with AUO, a global leading supplier of display and smart application solutions, to develop large-size color ePaper displays. E Ink will provide full-color ePaper modules, while AUO will provide integrated software and hardware technologies along with the TFT backplane components. AUO’s Smart Retail Business […]

Korbyt announced Korbyt Anywhere for Webex, expanding the company’s platform to any Cisco device within the Webex ecosystem. This enables corporate users to use Cisco devices as they would any other digital signage endpoint. This is the latest in a series of platform-specific product innovations to facilitate communication and collaboration across a range of different […]

Shure and Neat announced an alliance to deliver an enhanced meeting experience in large and acoustically challenging spaces. By joining forces, Shure and Neat ensure seamless integration between Neat Bar Pro, a video meeting bar from Neat, and multiple Shure Microflex Ecosystem Solutions, providing audio and video in complex workspaces. For large boardrooms or spaces […]

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 […]

Sony Electronics now has a new 98-inch version of its BRAVIA pro line dubbed the BZ53L aimed at corporate, education, and retail applications, the display incorporates Sony’s innovative Deep Black Non-Glare Coating technology as well as additional features. Sony says the 98-inch model complements the company’s existing Deep Black Non-Glare options which include 55-inch, 65-inch, […]

Way back in my high school social studies class, we had a number of lessons that hammered home one of the key reasons for being in school. It was something like, “Learn from the past so we don’t make the same mistakes.” I’m not quite sure when the history repeats itself stuff stopped being taught […]

Clockaudio announced the latest integration solution, the CUT-4 Logic Interface, designed to streamline installation and configuration with its plug-and-play platform. The company says the CUT-4 Logic Interface represents the newest innovation from Clockaudio, catering to the needs of integrators seeking seamless integration solutions. Engineered specifically to work in harmony with Clockaudio’s LED buttons, including the […]

Extron is shipping its TLS 300M Desk Scheduling Touchpanel. The TLS 300M is a 3.5” portrait Desk Scheduling Touchpanel that can be placed on a flat surface to provide space availability information with a red/green LED. The company says its interface and integration with popular calendar services offer “instant visibility into available or booked spaces.” […]

InfoComm 2024 Attendees: You asked for it, so he’s doing it. rAVe founder, Gary Kayye, will be delivering the “The Future of Workspaces is All About Experiences” educational session DURING InfoComm in Las Vegas on TUESDAY, June 11th @ 1p.m. — THIS WILL SELL OUT — so, sign up NOW! Register here. Here’s more information […]

Sony debuted a new high-end 4K 60p pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) camera model with an integrated lens, the BRC-AM7. Incorporating PTZ Auto Framing technology, which uses AI technology for advanced recognition, the camera facilitates accurate and natural automatic tracking of moving subjects. These innovations “enable simplified high-quality video production for broadcast, live event, and sports productions.” The […]

AVer Information announced a technology partnership with Biamp for its intelligent camera tracking solution. This collaboration uses data from Biamp Parlé conferencing microphones with Beamtracking technology to automatically trigger AVer cameras and focus on active participants, ensuring everyone feels engaged and seen. Beamtracking Parlé microphones continuously identify active speakers anywhere in the room. This voice […]

Extron introduced the DMP 44 xi Digital Matrix Processor, a compact 4×4 audio mixer featuring digital signal processing with audio signal routing and control. The DMP 44 xi features four line level inputs and outputs, all offering balanced or unbalanced operation. It offers “essential audio DSP tools for mixing, routing and room optimization, such as […]

Mersive Technologies announced the Solstice Element Pod. (Basically, think entry-level ClickShare for the Mersive ecosystem.) Element users enjoy the same sharing as Mersive Solstice, where they can share desktops, application windows, videos or images with an intuitive drag-and-drop UI and customizable layout control. Key capabilities of Mersive Solstice Element include wireless “Bring Your Own Device” […]

Congratulations on surviving another April Fools! Welcome to our monthly breakdown of the results of our Temperature Check survey. For the month of March, we focused our questions on the ever-changing market of Unified Communications. We spoke with Jeremy Caldera of Pearl Technology and Ben Slattery of McCann to get some professional insight on the […]

The latest fixed frame projection screen from Draper is a single flexible screen model dubbed the StyleLine Fixed Screen it’s available up to 12 feet wide with two bezel trim options – 5/8″ or 3-3/16″ – and in an edgeless version. The aluminum frame features a back channel for attaching LED backlighting, and both bezels […]

AVer Information has joined forces with collaboration solution provider Xilica to support the growing demand for voice-based tracking suitable for medium and large collaboration spaces, such as multi-purpose rooms, auditoriums and classrooms. AVer voice-based camera tracking solutions are ideal for dynamic presentations and lectures. They guarantee that participants, whether present in the room or joining […]

MSolutions introduced the 4K KVM extender set for sending HDMI and USB signals, and it includes a wallplate transmitter. The MS-210WP transmitter pairs with a corresponding receiver (the MSR-210U2R) to extend 4K@30 4:4:4 video up to 40 meters (131 feet), HD facilities can extend 1080p video and lower resolutions up to 70m (230 feet), with […]

Extron just debuted something called the WC Pro 150 OCS and WC Pro 160 and dubbed them Workspace Automation Controllers. These are designed to add secure display control and automation to workspaces of all sizes. Depending on the model you choose, you can have automatic display control via an occupancy sensor — either built right […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST This is my third year covering Enterprise Connect. I love this show because it’s different than any other trade show I cover — it’s heavily attended by end users and IT professionals. At a show that, at its most basic level, is about communicating in various forms, unified communication technology […]

PROLIGHTS announced the introduction of the EclDisplay CAS, the latest addition to the EclDisplay projector range for gallery applications, featuring integrated Casambi control onboard. The Casambi protocol enables system integrators to manage and adjust the projector directly via wireless smartphone devices, thanks to this Bluetooth Mesh-based technology. This innovation offers unprecedented flexibility, allowing for light […]

PPDS (aka: Philips Professional Displays) announced an entry-level line of dvLED solutions; the Philips Public LED 5000 Series. Available globally — including EMEA, India, North America and APAC — the new Philips Public LED 5000 Series is aimed at indoor public spaces — such as retail stores, shopping centers, corporate spaces and offices, cinemas, theaters, […]

Enterprise IT will make its return at InfoComm 2024, this June 8-14 (exhibits 12-14) at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. This year’s program will feature a new two-day AVoIP Foundations workshop, plus education sessions on topics such as IoT solutions, IT and AV system design and integration, network design, and more, […]

JVC Professional Video debuted its new KY-PZ540 Series PTZ Cameras with 40x zoom. As the company’s first PTZ cameras to incorporate this focal depth, the KY-PZ540 and KY-PZ540N with integrated NDI HX3 capabilities are designed with JVC’s 4K imager. The cameras also feature JVC’s Variable Scan Mapping technology, which dynamically scans the 4K sensor to […]