As never before we live in a world where we are inundated with information. With IoT and all the ubiquitous connected devices at every turn it is like drinking from the proverbial firehose. Most would agree that too much is just too much. We have a challenge in the sheer quantity of information but, more […]

Extron is shipping its DTP3 T 212 D, a two-gang decorator-style transmitter that sends USB-C, HDMI, audio, and control up to 330 feet (100 meters) over a shielded CAT 6A cable. It supports video resolutions up to 4K/60 @ 4:4:4 and is HDCP 2.3 compliant. All supported video resolutions are transported without compression. This wallplate […]

Ushio, parent company to Christie, announced today the appointment of Michael Phipps as president and chief operating officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries. Effective immediately, Phipps assumes the role of president and COO, succeeding Hideaki Onishi, who has held the position since 2022 and will be returning to Ushio Japan. Phipps joined […]

QuickLink announced that NewBlue Captivate graphics software is now integrated as a standard feature on all models of QuickLink StudioPro, QuickLink’s flagship 4K video production platform for corporate, sports, government, education and house of worship video storytellers. NewBlue, Inc. is a provider of broadcasting and graphic solutions. Tailor-made for the global professional AV and broadcast […]

Portal launches their AI Proposal Builder, the talk of CEDIA 2024. The feature is available now in Beta to all dealers. November 12, 2024 – Portal.io, the proposal software and product/pricing database for integrators, has launched it’s latest innovation: the AI Proposal Builder. This revolutionary tool allows integrators to create complete proposals in seconds, transforming […]

Visix released version 1.87 of their AxisTV Signage Suite digital signage software. This latest update includes a new Microsoft Power BI widget, major speed enhancements, simplified content scheduling and other updates for a better user experience. The new Power BI widget lets clients show dashboards and reports in one zone of a screen or as […]

SOUTH BARRINGTON, Illinois – October 2024 – Willow Creek Community Church, a pioneer in contemporary worship, has set the bar for audio excellence in houses of worship. In collaboration with integration partner Clark, the church recently installed a new L-Acoustics L Series loudspeaker system in its 7,200-seat auditorium—one of the largest of its kind in North […]

October was Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and with the AV industry’s increasing reliance on connected systems, the timing couldn’t have been better. From corporate boardrooms to large-scale event spaces, the security of AV systems has become a pressing issue in the industry. In our October Temperature Check, we asked industry professionals about their experiences with cybersecurity […]

DCC plc made an announcement today that it may sell DCC Technology — made up of Exertis Almo, Exertis Cloud, JAM, Exertis ZTORM, MTR, and Exertis Enterprise — within the next 24 months. Here’s the DCC CEO, Donal Murphy, explaining in a video the company posted today via its LinkedIn page: So, how big is […]

In this special “Steph takeover” episode of Gary’s Rants & rAVes podcast, I sit down with Kristen Garner, director of Kramer Western US, to discuss Kramer’s recent price reductions across its product portfolio in North America. Dive into the factors driving this bold move, all aimed at delivering greater value to customers. Kristen also shares […]

Logitech released a suite of Sync smart office tools including Auto Book and Auto Release features that  automatically reserve and cancel room bookings and Logitech View interactive, digital office maps. The idea here is to eliminate the time it takes workers, in large office spaces, to find meeting rooms. Auto Book and Auto Release aim to solve these […]

The Smart Stage at CEDIA Expo and Commercial Integrator Expo 2024 served as a hub for discussions on pivotal industry topics, breakthrough technologies and trending vertical markets within residential and commercial technology. Designed to foster learning and idea exchange, the Smart Stage featured an array of panel discussions and presentations, bringing together some of the […]

NextLVL Leading has a mission to solve the age and diversity gaps in our industry. The average age of the AV professional is 40+ and we all know we have a diversity issue. One of the ways NextLVL Learning is combatting this is by hosting its Second Annual AV Talent Summit Nov. 20 at Pace […]

Airport operator Fraport contracted technology company Rohde & Schwarz to install 100 new security scanners at Frankfurt Airport. The equipment will be used both in existing security checkpoint lanes and in new checkpoints to be opened in the future. The scanners will be delivered over a period of three years. Fraport chose Rohde & Schwarz […]

Blue Billboard used Xibo Digital Signage and Sony BRAVIA professional displays to deliver advertising signage across its wide network of displays in Surrey. By working with Xibo and Sony, Blue Billboard has become the first global customer to implement the new Sony Cloud API and Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) with Xibo’s software solution, making it quick and easy to deploy, scale and […]

The Toledo Museum of Art (TMA) is redefining the visitor experience by embracing cutting-edge digital innovation. Through a strategic partnership with Blue Square X, the museum has integrated Vision X 163″ 4K LED displays into its exhibitions, creating immersive experiences that engage diverse audiences and position digital art alongside traditional collections. As TMA reimagines the presentation of both contemporary and […]

LEA Professional announced the appointment of Jeff Gorton as Sales Director in EMEA. Jeff will support the sales of LEA’s renowned technology catalog, featuring industry-first advancements in intelligent IT solutions, best in class DSP and smart power management. Gorton has nearly 20 years of experience in ProAV sales. Throughout his career, he has improved sales […]

In Episode 189 of rAVe [TV], join Tim Albright and me for a special end-user-focused episode that spotlights the partnership between AV Buyers.Club and AVNation. Discover how this collaboration aims to expand industry engagement and support technical end users. We’ll discuss the unique features of Middle Atlantic’s Forum Lectern with guest Pat Kittredge from Legrand […]

Registration has already opened for the ISE 2025 — Integrated Systems Europe. But, in all honesty, I think this show should be called Integrated Systems World. Why? And, why sign up now? Today’s Rants & rAVes podcast guest, ISE’s managing director, Mike Blackman, talks about all of that, plus this year’s keynote, changes to the […]

Uniguest has appointed Shawn O’Connell, to the role of executive vice president of sales americas. Having previously been head of hospitality sales at Samsung for twelve years and a senior member of the PSAV team for more than eight years, Shawn comes with pedigree in several of Uniguest’s core markets and will bring “vast experience […]

i-PRO Americas announced the integration of Triton ULTRA, a multi-function health, safety and drug detection device, with its Video Insight VMS. This integration enables educational institutions to enhance campus safety through real-time environmental insights while ensuring full privacy compliance in sensitive areas like bathrooms and locker rooms, where traditional surveillance is not feasible. Triton ULTRA […]

Xyte announced license provisioning, a new feature allowing manufacturers to supply licenses directly through the platform. The enhancement, already in use by first customers, simplifies the process of bundling equipment and licenses by providing a more streamlined, efficient purchasing experience for integrators, dealers, end-users and manufacturers alike. License provisioning through the Xyte platform is particularly […]

AVer Information announced the UE1, a USB 3.0 extension solution that “overcomes traditional distance limitations for AVer’s extensive lineup of PTZ cameras.” Designed to provide users with greater flexibility in camera placement while maintaining exceptional video quality, the UE1 offers an ideal solution for professional environments that rely on high-resolution video, including educational institutions, corporate […]

Nanolumens announced a redesign of its warranty offerings, effective immediately. Nanolumens’ updated program introduces new benefits to the standard Nixel to Pixel Warranty and two additional service-level agreements, NixelCore and NixelPro, designed to provide clients with assurance, expedited support and flexible coverage options. As part of this overhaul, Nanolumens has extended the warranty period from […]

CEDIA announced that Henry Clifford (USA) and Manojkumar Soni (India) will join the Global CEDIA Board of Directors for the 2025-27 term. The slate was approved by 95% of those voting, with a 56% increase in participation, the largest for a CEDIA Board election. “Henry and Manojkumar bring unparalleled strengths in both business and technical […]

PARAMUS, NJ — Oct. 30, 2024 — Sony Electronics has released the software development kit (SDK) version 2.4.0 for its Spatial Reality Displays (SRD), delivering powerful new tools and features designed to elevate the 3D-content creation and display experience. With the addition of multi-display support, viewer log functionality, and extended development platform compatibility, this update […]

Green Coast is a luxury tourist retreat located in the Albanian resort of Palasë. Known as the Albanian Riviera, and overlooking the Ionian Sea, it is also a popular recreational hub, with a number of bars and restaurants. One of these is the latest LAST, run by experienced restaurateurs, Revo Hospitality Group (RHG) which specializes […]

  A.C. Lighting, distributor of world-class lighting and rigging technologies, is pleased to announce Eric Druker’s promotion to Brand Manager for Avenger and Manfrotto. During his six years with A.C. Lighting, Druker has effectively expanded the company’s presence in the Film and TV market, increasing the market for the company, its exclusive suppliers, and its […]

Planar has updated its Planar Simplicity Series with the release of the Planar Simplicity P Series LCD displays. The new series of large format displays is designed and certified for 24/7 usage to support digital signage applications requiring continuous operation, such as wayfinding, emergency messaging, advertising and menu boards. The new Planar Simplicity P Series […]

Cottonwood Creek Church, based in Allen, Texas, has recently concluded its “Make Room” campaign which most notably increased the size of its main worship center by 800 seats to near 3000. As a result of the expansion, the existing sound system was inadequate to cover the expanded space. Dallas-based DHSystems, a systems integrator specializing in […]

Bose Professional announced the availability of EdgeMax EM90-LP and EM180-LP, expanding the EdgeMax line of in-ceiling directional loudspeakers. The LP models bring powerful EdgeMax sound and asymmetrical coverage to smaller rooms and more challenging spaces and work together with the original EdgeMax loudspeakers to deliver consistent high-quality performance across projects where specifications and installation conditions […]

Origin Acoustics announced an expansion of its strategic partnership with Phoenix Marketing Group (PMG), making Phoenix Marketing the first national rep firm of its kind in the industry. Phoenix Marketing has been a partner of Origin Acoustics since 2016, initially representing the brand in the Southeast, later expanding into the Middle Atlantic, and now across […]