OSLO, Norway — June 4, 2015 — Pexip®, a leading innovator in scalable, distributed videoconferencing software, extends its Infinity Connect Suite by introducing a mobile Virtual Meeting Room client for Apple iOS devices. The Infinity Connect Mobile client complements the company’s comprehensive client offering for all Web browsers and desktop operating systems — providing users with an incredibly easy-to-use […]

The OLED Mirrored Display will Launch and be Featured at the Primeview USA Booth at InfoComm 2015 NEW YORK CITY, NY June 4, 2015 – Primeview USA, a leader in advanced display solutions, introduces the first mirror that is converged into an OLED display to the industrial display markets. The mirrored display will debut at this year’s infoComm […]

In 1992 as CGA/EGA morphed to VGA, Harvard Graphics was slowly being displaced by Microsoft’s new PowerPoint presentation software. It offered more colors, transitions and flexibility as displays and projectors became ‘active.’ Now as I venture to InfoComm after a two year absence, I seek new tools for apps and programs to ‘save us from […]

WolfVision is pleased to announce the introduction of its new vSolution Cynap presentation and collaboration system at InfoComm 2015. Booth #3733 Cynap is a unique knowledge sharing solution which features state-of-the-art BYOD, recording, webcasting and media player functionality. In use, it enables you to access, display, record and share virtually any type of digital media […]

My podcast today has an interview with Medialon’s North American Sales Manager Eric Cantrell, who talked about how the company’s IP-based control infrastructure differs from traditional control — and why you, as an integrator, should check it out at booth #4855 at InfoComm.

EDEN PRAIRIE, MINN., USA (MAY 2015) – www.milestone.com – Milestone AV Technologies, home to the Chief, Da-Lite, Sanus and Projecta brands, has launched a new website with expanded functionality to better serve customers. This is the result of an extensive, two-year customer engagement process to help determine the best way Milestone brands can become the easiest partners to […]

SALT LAKE CITY, June 3, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — ClearOne (NASDAQ: CLRO), a global provider of audio and visual communication solutions, has released four new models of digital wireless microphones with additional frequencies specifically for use within the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Korea, Japan, and US Telecommunications markets. These new products complete ClearOne’s line of wireless microphones to essentially provide a full spectrum of frequencies for […]

Sharp is expanding its PN-V video wall series with the launch of its first 55″ class (54.6″ diagonal) PN-V551 LED Ultra-Slim Bezel professional monitor. With a bezel-to-bezel width of just 3.5mm, the PN-V551 features Sharp’s Uniform Color Calibration Technology (UCCT), the industry’s first and only factory calibration process that delivers out-of-the box pixel to pixel […]

L-Acoustics announced that its new X Series, first unveiled in April at Prolight + Sound in Germany, will make its official North American debut at InfoComm. A new line of coaxial speakers for the installation and rental markets, the three new enclosures in the X Series family — X8, X12 and X15 — represent the […]

Barix will introduce the next-generation of its Simple Paging solution for fixed and mobile paging over the IP network at InfoComm next month, retaining its simplicity and functionality while enhancing interoperability across greater public address systems. At its core, Simple Paging reproduces live announcements from a desk or on the move (via a Barix Simple […]

Sony is taking aim again at the mid-brightness class projector market with a combination of new laser and lamp models that meet diverse installation and budget requirements for business, academic, large venue or entertainment use. The new projectors include two 3LCD laser models (VPL-FHZ65 and VPL-FHZ60) to expand Sony’s growing line of Z-Phosphor laser light […]

GET READY TO RISE FROM THE SWAMP WITH THE DRUNK UNKLES & THE NSCA EDUCATION FOUNDATION! It’s almost here and we are making our final plans for Orlando and the NSCA Education Foundation’s 10th Anniversary $1 Million Later Celebration as the Drunk Unkles rise from the swamp! Again, our deepest gratitude for all that you’ve done […]

Matrox Graphics today announced Matrox Mura IPX Series, a new line of 4K capture and IP encode/decode boards that let OEMs and AV system builders deliver advanced video wall controllers featuring high-quality, low-bitrate, multi-channel 4K or HD encoding and decoding over standard IP. The first two Mura IPX Series cards will be introduced at InfoComm […]

InFocus has released Mondopad 2.0. The new Mondopad is an all-in-one, video conferencing touchscreen collaboration device for the conference room, classroom, distance education center and multi-point office. In addition, Mondopad 2.0 offers new features that make sharing, annotating, archiving and overall collaboration easier, particularly between multiple locations. The InFocus Mondopad is available in 57-inch, 70-inch […]

Sony is adding three new models to its line of professional projectors aimed at both the corporate and education markets. The new compact (well, relatively) projectors include the VPL-EW348, VPL-EW345 and VPL-EX345 models. Each model is specified at 4,200 lumens and uses a new BrightEra 3LCD panel (WXGA 0.75”, XGA 0.63” size). The VPL-EW348 model […]

Milestone AV Technologies and SurgeX have just announced a new partnership that they’ll roll out at InfoComm. We predict the next step will be a buyout. The two companies are developing a new line of power protected infrastructure solutions exclusive to the Chief brand. This initial offering combines SurgeX’s surge protection technology, power and filtering […]

Martin Audio introduced a major new dedicated installation loudspeaker range called the CDD Series at InfoComm. Combining curved enclosures with Coaxial Differential Dispersion technology, the series is designed for installs. CDD has six two-way full-range coaxial systems — from the micro CDD5 to the larger CDD15, plus high-performance subwoofers, covering the majority of install applications. […]

AKG by HARMAN is introducing the DMM8 U and DMM14 U reference digital microphone mixers. Designed for large meeting rooms and conferencing applications, these mixers offer advanced DSP functionality, multiple routing options and versatility. DMM8 U and DMM14 U feature built-in DSP to ensure precise mixing of up to 80 and 140 channels, respectively, by […]

Visix’s mobile wayfinding app provides responsive indoor navigation for smartphones. The app can be used as an extension of traditional kiosk-based wayfinding or as a stand-alone solution. Each app is custom branded for the client organization and uses photography from the client’s own buildings. Picture-based guidance paired with simple directions moves employees, customers and visitors […]

Sony has two new 4K resolution projectors that use laser/phosphor technology. The new Sony VPL-GTZ270 is designed for entertainment use including planetariums, theme parks, museums and retail, while the VPL-GTZ280 is designed for simulation, visualization and training. Both are 5,000-lumen models with native 4K (4096×2160) resolution, and join Sony’s VPL-GTZ1 model to create a family […]

ZURICH/MINNEAPOLIS, June 2, 2015 — Barix will introduce the next-generation of its Simple Paging solution for fixed and mobile paging over the IP network at InfoComm 2015, retaining its core simplicity and functionality while enhancing interoperability across greater public address systems. At its core, Simple Paging reproduces live announcements from a desk or on the move (via […]

Bradford, Yorkshire, UK, 2 June 2015 – Calibre HQUltra range of high-speed 4K scaler-switchers incorporate in-house developed virtual-ASIC video processing technology. HQUltra provides the world’s fastest single channel 4K presentation switching performance and is set to revolutionize the current landscape of video displays. Under the Calibre-Kramer ‘Powered by Calibre’ partnership, the HQView625 scaler-switcher is also available as […]

With the introduction of four new laser-phosphor projectors today, Sony now has the largest line of laser-based projectors, with seven total models. Two of these newest are 4K resolution and the other two are WUXGA (1920×1200) resolution models aimed at the business market. I was joined by Sony’s Mark Bonifacio, director – sales & marketing […]

Audinate’s Dante networked AV system is dominating the ProAV world. There simply isn’t any other competing system that’s even close to the saturation level Dante has attained for putting audio on a network. With over 200 “adopters,” Dante is the defacto-standard and not only biggies like Extron, Crestron, Bose and Mackie have adopted Dante, but […]

(Spiceland, Ind.) – In many spaces—especially churches—trying to find a way to get a motorized projection screen into the space without being too intrusive can be a problem. During InfoComm 2015, Draper will be showing a new and unique product which solves that old problem, and allows the installation of a motorized screen in the […]

(Spiceland, Ind.) – Draper, Inc. has announced the addition of two new viewing surfaces to the TecVision Engineered Surface Technology line—one of which will be shown under projection at InfoComm 2015. XT1100X White offers an extra wide viewing cone and typical contrast with an on-axis gain of 1.1 XT1100X White performs best when projector brightness […]

Atlona wants its new AT-UHD-CLSO-824 to be used as the centerpiece of complex AV systems. The AT-UHD-CLSO-824 is an eight-input, two output, 4K/UHD@60 Hz with 4:2:0 color switcher with mirrored HDMI and HDBaseT outputs. It’s the latest addition in the company’s CLSO series of multi-format matrix switchers designed for commercial and education use, the CLSO-824 […]

Audinate is holding its 5th Annual AVNW (AV Networking World) conference the day before InfoComm opens – it’s free and you can earn four InfoComm CTS RUs for attending. In today’s podcast, I interview Audinate Director of Marketing Ervin Grinberg. He explains why you should consider attending this free event co-located at InfoComm on Tuesday, June 16th.

BrightSign has always been a pioneer in the media player market with a large product line and the first true 4K media players. At InfoComm, 2015, they’ll be debuting some partnerships that will simplify integrating digital signage in any application, as well as some performance enhancements to the company’s current product line. You can get […]

Infocomm 2015 will be teaming with manufacturers showing their wares!  In 2013 I made it my mission to find Courage, Innovation and Passion on the floor.  Last year was my first year with a manufacturer and I was decidedly busier than ever on the floor, though be it in one location. This year I’m making […]

KanexPro is claiming the introduction of the world’s slimmest, lightest, most reliable, and economical line of 4K compliant connectivity products in the pro AV marketplace. This KanexPro UltraSlim lineup includes the KanexPro 4×1 HDMI Switcher with Audio De-Embedder and KanexPro 1×2 and 1×4 HDMI distribution amplifiers making up a family of unmatched-high-demand solutions for the […]

Kramer has made a big announcement ahead of InfoComm 2015 with the introduction of its K-Touch version 3.0, a cloud-based software platform for designing room control and automation BYOD systems. The new software will allow integrators to design systems that control lighting, HVAC, thermostats, as well as new and existing AV systems via a simple […]