DVIGear has introduced the DVI-7380, a cost-effective DisplayPort Optical Extender that supports a wide array of signal types, provides long-distance extension over a single fiber cable and boosts ultra-high resolutions up to 8K (UHD) at 30Hz (4:4:4). The DVI-7380 supports DisplayPort 1.4 HBR3 signals with data rates up to 8.1Gbps/channel (32.4Gbps aggregate), resolutions up to […]
The TriplePlay Reserva Edge is a purpose-built room sign providing booking functionality as well as dynamic signage aimed at businesses, educational institutions and hospitality venues. Using a color 10” LCD, the Reserva Edge has a unique wedge-style design that will be noticed and small enough to not be intrusive. Here’s a video explaining it: Built […]
C2G just debuted a Retractable Universal Mount 4K HDMI Dongle Adapter Ring. Available through ConnectXpress, Legrand’s on-demand cabling connectivity expert, integrators can “select and build an Adapter Ring with the exact connectors they need for any installation.” Using ConnectXpress, building a custom HDMI Adapter Ring is done in three easy steps: Select the mount. Choose between […]
Part 1: UCC and Display Technologies I didn’t go to ISE in Barcelona this year, or InfoComm in Las Vegas just a few weeks later, but as the editor in charge of video titling for rAVe [PUBS] for both, I did watch pretty much every video the team shot from both show floors, which was […]
Appspace announced the launch of Appspace for Microsoft. Appspace integrations claim to enhance Microsoft’s capabilities and work from inside the Microsoft apps customers know to deliver an improved time to value and ROI. The partnership connects Microsoft Teams, SharePoint and Viva with modern intranet and employee app solutions. Organizations can now integrate company content and […]
THIS IS A PROMOTED POST When the pandemic hit in 2020, remote visual communication quickly became the norm. As expected, we also quickly held presentations to a higher standard: They need to be more engaging, easier to facilitate and more natural. With these new expectations, content from meetings and lectures has to step up to […]
AVer Information today debuted its first conferencing room “content” camera (aka: whiteboard camera) kit for its CAM130. Called the CAM130 Content Camera, together with the optional wall mount, delivers a flexible installation for different sized rooms and whiteboards. Features of the CAM130 Content Camera include: Keystone Correction: Keystone Correction is the AI process the CAM130 […]
The University of Central Missouri (UCM), located in Warrensburg, is a cost-conscious public institution focused on high-quality education. The university’s commitment to students’ and faculty’s success permeates every facet of the learning experience, which is why they’ve transformed their educational environment using the latest technology integrated by AVI-SPL, including Sony’s customizable artificial intelligence (AI) enabled Edge Analytics solution (REA-C1000) and SRG-X120 pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras. As […]
Maxhub just introduced the UC M31 4K 180-Degree Panoramic Camera with auto-tracking to following the currently speaking meeting participant, plus six video layouts to suit every meeting type from small groups to full-room presentations. The UC M31 utilizes three 12MP cameras — each with 4K UHD resolution. Here’s a video of it working we shot […]
Konftel just added a speakerphone ceiling mount kit. Specifically designed for its Konftel 800 device, it provides an alternative to traditional desktop placement and addresses growing market demand for smarter and more flexible room configurations, especially for education and training purposes. The special kit includes a dedicated bracket and ceiling mount plate and is compatible […]
BenQ has added more security to its InstaShow WDC30, including Wi-Fi 6 encryption, ISO EAL6+ and FIPS 140-3, in order to meet the stringent security requirements of U.S. government agencies, financial institutions and other organizations with high-risk data. Wireless meetings can contain highly sensitive and confidential data and intellectual property that can be leaked or […]
As we have for the past 12 years, I am proud to say we sent reporters from rAVe [PUBS] to every booth at InfoComm 2022 earlier this month to shoot videos of new (and returning!) products. No other company went to every single booth. We amassed a cache of more than 1,100 videos, and we […]
Konftel launched a series of video kits for in-room, PC-based systems called the Konftel Attach. They are designed for Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms and more open-based solutions. The portfolio has been specifically adapted for in-room systems such as from Lenovo and Dell. Konftel Attach bundles include conference cameras and speakerphones, accompanied by a long […]
At InfoComm 2022, Sony gathered a panel of leading design consultants to discuss the state of the ProAV industry. The panel — which was moderated by rAVe’s Megan A. Dutta and featured Rob Badenoch, Joseph D’Angelo, Bren Walker and Mark Peterson — discussed the changing role of consultants, getting into the design process sooner, driving […]
rAVe [PUBS] and many other industry publications have written recently about the great work of the AVIXA Women’s Council and its partnership with Rosie Riveters. Since this has been written about in many places, I won’t rewrite everything here. There are a few points I would like to make, however. First, it is fantastic to […]
Extron is starting to ship the new USBC Pro 8K Series, active, hybrid optical-copper USB-C cables that transmit 8K/30 DisplayPort AV, USB 2.0 data, and power signals simultaneously over distances up to 30 feet (9.1 meters). They are ideal for USB-C-enabled devices that support video and audio over four DisplayPort lanes. To streamline integration, they support power delivery […]
Maxhub just introduced the ND98PNA 4K Commercial Display. Maxhub says this 98-inch diagonal Direct LED (DLED) display is recommended for presentations, UCC and digital signage. Featuring 4K resolution, Bytello DMS for remote device management and wireless BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) capabilities, the ND98PNA also has a 5000:1 contrast ratio. In terms of connectivity, the […]
Vibe just launched the Vibe Smartboard S1. Designed as an all-in-one collaboration board, it runs on the Chromium OS and can support third-party apps including Zoom Teams and WebEx. The S1 is a native 4K (3840 x 2160 resolution 55” touchscreen, using an Intel i5 Processor and integrated with Wi-Fi 6 support. Each board includes […]
Key Digital just announced the KD-XPS22U, a 4K, 18G HDBaseT Extender Kit (the KD-PS22UTx Switcher/Transmitter and the KD-X100MRx Receiver) aimed at conference rooms, training and lecture rooms, huddle spaces and home theaters HDBaseT provides the bandwidth for delivery of uncompressed 10.2Gbps signals, which the KD-XPS22U extends with “visually lossless compression” by way of its 18G […]
Storytelling technology platform, Disguise, just debuted a new flagship media server: the vx 4+. Built for “the world’s largest and most technically demanding productions, installations and shows, the vx 4+ is designed to ensure maximum content quality and playback performance, enabling productions to push boundaries.” Today, film studios and broadcasters are turning to extended reality […]
BenQ just launched a new collaboration board kit in the form of the BenQBoard Flexible Collaboration Hub. The bundle includes BenQ’s 65″ antimicrobial BenQBoard RE6501 UHD Smart Board, collaboration and management software, OPS Intel i7 PC, DVY21 HD video camera with microphone, a TTY22 mobile stand, three-year warranty and shipping for $3,999. The BenQBoard RE6501 […]
Yamaha has received Microsoft Teams certification for its ADECIA Tabletop Solution. Part of the company’s ADECIA family of complete, customizable conferencing tools, the tabletop solution meets the medium-sized room standards that defines the Teams experience. The Yamaha RM-TT wired tabletop array microphone is one of the several standalone microphone options also available in ADECIA, a […]
Welcome back for Day Three of rePLAY, where we talk about all things InfoComm 2022! Our hosts, Managing Editor Steph Beckett and Marketing Director Emily Dean, are back again for one more day, joined by AV professionals and guests to discuss their perspectives on InfoComm 2022. Some Favorite Products of the Day A big trend […]
Vanco just introduced the EVSW4K41 Evolution 4K 4×1 multiformat collaboration switcher. The EVSW4K41 allows seamless switching from multiple wired or wireless presenters to one display. Miracast and Airplay allow users to cast wirelessly from BYOD computers, tablets and mobile devices to the display. In addition to wireless input, the EVSW4K41 features two HDMI inputs and a […]
In probably the biggest announcement of 2022, Yamaha is joining the SDVoE Alliance, a consortium of technology providers collaborating to standardize the adoption of AV-over-IP via 10G in professional AV environments. Yamaha is a player in the UCC segment of the market of AV and in corporate, retail and hospitality industries. “We are pleased to […]
Vaddio announced its new IntelliSHOT-M ePTZ camera specifically engineered and certified for Microsoft Teams Rooms. The IntelliSHOT-M claims to guarantee a consistent, repeatable and high-quality Teams experience. Like the IntelliSHOT ePTZ camera released last year, the IntelliSHOT-M features 30x zoom with 70.2-degree field of view and is equipped with Vaddio’s advanced IntelliFrame technology, the only […]
Yes, we suffer from more than just Zoom fatigue. The ProAV industry also suffers from “would-be-Zoom fatigue.” The weariness that comes with hearing about another contender that hopes to knock out remote work incumbents like Zoom and Teams. Yet, Switchboard comes with more spark. Spark Capital, that is. Switchboard raised $13.8 million backed by Spark […]
Our hosts are back! Today, Director of Marketing Emily Dean joins Managing Editor Steph Beckett for another day of rePLAY InfoComm 2022. They met with AV professionals and guests to discuss their perspectives on the show. A Few Favorite Products “I was honestly impressed with all the UCC solutions in general. Plus, I’m a big […]
We, the ProAV people, know better than anyone that video communication has been around a long time. The first official video call was in 1958. I remember working to help corporations define a return on investment for the videoconferencing infrastructure. They had an automatic message for every travel request. For example, “Could this meeting be […]
Atlona debuted Captivate AT-CAP-FC110, an ePTZ (electronic pan-tilt-zoom) camera for UCC, distance learning as well as huddle rooms and small to medium-sized meeting spaces. The CAP-FC110 is the second product in Atlona’s new Captivate family of “high-performance video conferencing solutions, joining the AT-CAP-SP100 speakerphone in enabling unified communications (UC) experiences.” Universal PC and Mac compatibility […]
rePLAY InfoComm 2022 kicked off today, and we have an exciting recap of Day One for you! We had a great time in Las Vegas gathering content (over 1,100 videos and over 12,000 photos) on the show floor that we will be showcasing over the next three days during our InfoComm rewind. Day one started […]
