Crestron is demonstrating three 4K presentation switchers that they say can be set up in just minutes without any custom programming: the HD-MD8X1-4K 4K Scaling Presentation Switcher, the DM-MD8X1-4K-C 4K Scaling Presentation Switcher with HDBaseT Output, DMPS3-4K-150-C 3-Series 4K DigitalMedia Presentation System 150. Based on the DMP3-4K-150-C, the HD-MD8X1-4K provides up to eight inputs and […]

Crestron has extended the meeting room experience for Surface Hub users by natively integrating Microsoft’s large format collaboration device with Crestron control technology. The solution is available in two complete turnkey packages, plus optional accessories. Built on the Crestron .AV Framework platform, these packages designed for Surface Hub deployments can be configured from Crestron’s TSW […]

Crestron’s new PinPoint Mobile app gives end users access to their “full enterprise infrastructure.” They will be able to see their full calendars, find an an available meeting room, book it and invite attendees, not matter their location. One can go into a meeting and instantly take control of the room using the same app. […]

Microsoft Surface Hub is now natively compatible with Crestron, thus, in collaboration with Microsoft, Crestron technology natively integrates with Microsoft Surface Hub. The new solution combines the premier large format Windows touch appliance with the leading global solution in control, automation, and video distribution. Pairing a Crestron DigitalMedia Presentation System (DMPS), TSW touch screen, TSS […]

Crestron has announced that Autonomic Mirage Music Players now natively integrate with Crestron Pyng. Integrators can now deliver PANDORA, Rhapsody, SiriusXM, Spotify, Slacker Radio, Deezer, TuneIn and other streaming audio sources to every room in the house without even opening a laptop. Crestron control technology is built in to Autonomic Mirage Media Server 5A/2A models, […]

FSR has announced that it will re-launch its Plasma Wall Box Line (PWB) at this year’s InfoComm show, with new features and models that will now fall within its Project Wall Box family of solutions. Additionally, the company is also introducing a number of Floor Boxes and Table Coaster Chargers all aimed at offering AV/IT […]

Crestron’s AIR line of Landscape Speakers (LS4T and LS6T) and In-ground Subwoofer (IGS82T) include selectable 8-ohm, 70-volt or 100-volt operation as well as the ability to be attached to a post or wall, or secured directly into the landscape using the 18-inch mounting stakes provided. These extra-long stakes allow the speakers to be implanted into […]

Crestron’s app for the Apple Watch allows users to access common commands and home scenes via a Crestron control system. At a glance, users can check the status of their home devices, check the current settings of their lights, shades, security systems, access and control of any device and customizable the user interface display. With […]

Crestron is changing the way lighting control systems are designed, specified, and installed with the new SpaceBuilder design-based solutions. Crestron says its SpaceBuilder is the fastest way to design, install and start up commercial lighting controls for any size building or system. According to Crestron, the advantages of a SpaceBuilder system include: Faster quotes Faster […]

Crestron announced new features of the Crestron Pyng app including faster deployment of lights, shades and complete Crestron home automation. And now, integrators can set up and control whole home audio distribution systems and TSW touch screens right from the iPad. The new version of the Pyng app makes it easy to set up audio […]

Crestron’s RL 2 is the company’s second generation Microsoft Lync and Skype for Business collaboration system. The RL 2 codec claims a number of new features including a fully integrated DigitalMedia receiver, native Crestron Fusion connectivity for room monitoring, multiple audio input configurations, and versatile mounting options. Crestron RL 2 includes a TSW-style touch screen […]

Day two of the Enterprise Connect show provided more excellent experiences with companies specializing in providing unified communications and collaboration solutions. Here are the booth videos from the second day. AGT AGT has improved the way organizations communicate and collaborate for over 20 years. Our passion for technical innovation, visual communication and customer service – […]

As a former integrator and someone who had to deal with the frustration of specifying HD video extenders, I have to say that even I was initially excited about the introduction of HDBaseT.  Being able to reliably extend 1080p signals up to 300 feet over copper was a necessity in most of the jobs I […]

Crestron has partnered with Hartmann & Forbes to offer Crestron Shading Solutions in a new assortment of hand-woven textiles. This collection of hand-woven textiles designed specifically for use with Crestron roller shade systems, are designed for individuals who want “handcrafted products created by artisans.” The entire collection features natural fibers sustainably grown and artfully hand […]

Crestron has one of the largest booths at ISE each year and according to Crestron EMEA President Robin van Meeuwen, the company used ISE 2015 to launch over 40 new products. Both 4K and the converging AV/IT fields were major themes during ISE 2015 and in this interview, Gary asks Robin both about how its […]

Crestron is using ISE to launch its new Crestron RL 2, the enhanced second-generation version of Crestron RL. The Crestron RL 2 is designed to for unified communications and group collaboration in a the conference room. It brings Crestron DigitalMedia and Microsoft Lync software into a single device that enables video, voice, interactive content sharing, […]

According to Crestron, ISE attendees are witnessing a live demonstration of end-to-end 4K/60 Hz switching and scaling, including support for HDCP 2.2, powered by the industry-first 4K DigitalMedia Receiver & Room Controller with Scaler (DM-RMC-4K-SCALER-C). The all-new DM-RMC-4K-SCALER-C fulfills a core component of the DM 3.0 digital standard: uncompressed bit-for-bit 4K/60 distribution and scaling up […]

Crestron’s new universal dimmer modules (CLX-1DIMU4 and CLX-2DIMU8) that are designed to provide 4 or 8 channels of universal dimming for LED, electronic and magnetic low-voltage, incandescent, and 2-wire dimmable fluorescent lighting loads are now shipping. They include forward and reverse phase dimming as well. The universal dimmer modules eliminate the need to spec different […]

Crestron is aiming to make smart homes even smarter and personalized with the PinPoint proximity detection beacon. The small PinPoint beacon plugs into a USB charging outlet and communicates with nearby mobile devices. With PinPoint, the Crestron App solves the room default problem associated with mobile devices. PinPoint knows what room a person is in […]

Note: Originally, we posted that Crestron would have to replace retractors previously sold to customers in the field. A Crestron representative told us this morning that this is not the case. Our original post was incorrect and we apologize for misunderstanding the Extron press announcement. Below, is the actual, original press release from Extron that […]

Crestron’s ISE stand #2-C24 will see the official European debut of the DM 3.0 standard, as well as live demonstrations of more DigitalMedia 4K products. Crestron will be debuting the following new DM 4K products at ISE 2015, all of which meet one or more requirement of the DM 3.0 standard: A 4K/60 Hz scaler: […]

Back in the fall, I wrote a column about the Microsoft Surface 3. At the end of that column I teased a bit about what I thought was one of the best features of the Surface, but warranted a separate column. Specifically, the built in WiDi or MiraCast. Since that time I have gotten to […]

A couple of months ago, we wrote about Extron’s entry into the wireless sharing world and told you how this one was different than those from Crestron, Barco and AMX since it includes a moderator mode, 30 fps video playback and because of the fact that you can share content to up to four ShareLink […]

Crestron today announced it is now shipping its new TST-602 Wireless Touch Screen. The TST-602 delivers dedicated wireless control, voice command recognition, and web browsing all in a stylish, ergonomic design. The TST-602 uses a 5.7″ capacitive touch screen and H.264 streaming video as well as 15 customizable tactile push-buttons, including two-button up/down for volume […]

Fellow geeks have united and converged upon Las Vegas, Nevada once again for the annual tech-fest that is the Consumer Electronics Show, and the future’s digital handwriting is on the proverbial wall: audio/video/lighting (A/V/L) technology is once again the dominant technology. With prognostications aside, the trends of these present-future technologies have a direct impact on […]

Crestron today announced its new high-performance DM Ultra Cable is now shipping. The Crestron DM Ultra Cable is specified by Crestron for 4K HDMI signals via HDBaseT up to 100 meters. The DM Ultra Cable is a Cat7a shielded twisted pair cable designed for 10 gigabit Ethernet.  Crestron has a special DM-CONN-20 connector, which doesn’t […]

Now shipping, the new Crestron 3-Series 4K DigitalMedia Presentation System (DMPS3-4K-150-C) combines Crestron’s DigitalMedia technology with a built-in IP-based 3-Series Control System, a 10×1 4K multimedia switcher, mic mixer and audio DSP. With its built-in 3-Series Control System, the DMPS3-4K-150-C is a network appliance with high-speed Ethernet connectivity and enterprise-level security. AV Framework enables the […]

I am not sure if it is the holiday season, a busy schedule or something completely different, but my mind has been very scattered over the past few weeks. As such, I thought the only way I could write a column this month is if I embraced that scattered mind, and wrote a column that […]

Crestron today announced it’s now shipping its DMC-STR Streaming Input Card. It enables card-based Crestron DM switchers to receive H.264 video stream over an IP network. The source can be an IP camera, a streaming server or content from a DMC-STRO streaming output card in another DM switcher. Crestron says that because DigitalMedia provides both […]

Crestron’s new Six Zone “Plus Two” Amplifier (C2N-AMP-6X100) is now shipping. Designed specifically for mid-size home systems, the C2N-AMP-6X100 has 12 inputs, four stereo-line outputs, Ethernet connectivity and pre-amp controls. Each room output on the C2N-AMP-6X100 is capable of 100 watts for each of the six amplified zones. That’s 50 Watts per channel at 8 […]

Rockleigh, NJ, November 13, 2014 – Crestron announced today that the new 6-Zone “Plus Two” Amplifier (C2N-AMP-6X100) is now shipping. Designed specifically for mid-size systems, the C2N-AMP-6X100 combines features from the CNX-PAD8 and Adagio® Audio Expander (AAE) to deliver an amazingly flexible solution for whole-home audio distribution. With 12 inputs, 4 stereo-line outputs, Ethernet connectivity, […]

As your work week wraps up, we give you a look back some of the top stories from the week. Here are the stories you can’t miss. Happy Friyay! Post by rAVe.