Volume 15, Issue 24 — December 28, 2017
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Industry News Displays Control & Signal Processing Audio Media Players, Recording & Distribution Unified Collaborative Conferencing
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Should AV Be Seen?
By Erik Beyer Regional VP of Sales for CLAIR Solutions
In the AV industry, for as long as I can remember, the idea of being able to have an AV system of some kind and making it as invisible as possible has been a request of clients. At the end of the day, can you ever really hide all of the equipment in a system? Obviously, this depends entirely on the installation and equipment being used. If you think about the size of technology, meaning the physical size of gear, we have seen certain things shrink in size while maintaining an acceptable level of performance. In addition, we have seen some changes in technology, from projection, to displays, speakers, microphones, control systems and the pieces that make it all work.
Concealing Projectors in Conference Rooms
When looking at a conference room setting there are certain things you can’t avoid seeing. For example, if you have a presentation, you are going to have some kind of projection or display to show the content. But, if projection is being used, it’s now easier to conceal projectors while using lift systems or just smaller projectors with more capabilities, making it easier to leave it exposed and make the necessary adjustments to get the picture you want and need.
Concealing AV in Small Spaces
LED displays are a big deal now in small to medium sized spaces as they are more affordable, require less installation work, and look pretty sharp. If it’s so important that the display not be seen when not in use, there are ways to conceal the display in a wall or even overlay it with some kind of white board or even a framed picture. But, to what expense is hiding this technology really necessary? Obviously if a client demands the ability to have these types of things hidden this may prompt some discussion.
If you think about other aspects of AV systems in small space, you have to put the rack and control equipment somewhere. Now, in a really efficient system, some of these items live in the ceiling as part of the projection mounting. Others require a little more equipment and there may be a furniture-like credenza that has accommodations for rack equipment. In a larger space, you can actually put the control equipment in a closet somewhere else, out of site. There are times when that rack equipment has fan noise that needs to be dampened or silenced to avoid creating noise in a room commonly used for video and teleconference calls. In a small space, this may be a challenge. But by using furniture racks, you can oftentimes accomplish a very clean solution while achieving the quite space you need.
Concealing AV Equipment in Larger Spaces
Now, in larger spaces, especially in performance spaces, churches, hospitality and restaurants, having the AV equipment exposed is not only acceptable but desired as part of the aesthetics. Having worked with a lot of traditional looking churches, there is often the discussion of finding ways to conceal the AV and lighting systems as much as possible. From an audio perspective, many times this is quite possible with proper planning and execution with the right gear. Manufacturers have taken this need into consideration and many have provided gear that make this need very accessible.
Planning and Priorities for an AV Project
Going back to asking the question, “Should AV be seen?” depending on the client and location, will pose the common discussion of priorities. In a project, there are three criteria that drive planning discussions. Those are timing, cost and quality. The saying then goes, you can only pick two. When talking to a client or if you are planning a space that requires AV and possibly even lighting equipment, and you wish to conceal it as much as possible while still achieving great performance, it’s important to make sure you have the time to design and engineer the system, weigh in the quality of equipment that may be required to accomplish such a design, then most importantly, make sure the budget supports the desired outcome of the project.
With the right planning, design, and budget, anything is possible. It’s just important to be realistic and to make all expectations known up front. If the project supports it, getting renderings done to show the visual concept of the desired design is helpful to confirm an approach. I would like to think that these kinds of steps go without saying. Stealthy AV equipment is readily available and can make for a very sleek and highly functional project. Just decide ahead of time what you are willing to see exposed, both when in use and when not in use, to manage the expectations of a project.
Erik Beyer, AV and Technology Consultant for AV Bend Leave a Comment
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Augmented Reality Will Change Our Industry
By Scott Tiner rAVe Columnist
In my last column, I wrote about how virtual reality will offer amazing opportunities for integrators working in higher ed. A few days after I finished, I read an article that made me think about how augmented reality will change the basic functions of our industry. The article is titled “Why Every Organization Needs an Augmented Reality Strategy” and appeared in the November 2017 issues of Harvard Business Review. This was one of the best articles I have read about the impact of augmented reality. Take a few minutes and read it. After reading it, you will know that If you run any type of business: integration, design, support services or manufacturing, you will be impacted by augmented reality. Taking a cue from the article, here are some ways I think we will be affected, sooner than later.
In the article, Michael Porter writes about the visualization effects of AR. In the AV industry, we will see this soon with installs. A problem that currently exists with installs is that the installer needs to look at a design schematic and translate that to the physical reality in front of them. This is where many mistakes are made — in that translation. By implementing AR, installers will be able to look at the boxes in a room and the device will decode the barcodes on them. The box that they need at that moment will be highlighted by the VR. Then when they turn to the rack, AR shows them where in the rack that specific piece of equipment goes, based on a rack elevation drawing done by the designer. Finally, as they wire the rack, they see the images of where all the various connections plug in. This prevents any translation mistakes from the drawing to the physical reality.
Troubleshooting is another area where AR will prove to be extremely useful. This is both during and after installation. By looking at the equipment, the installer will be able to see all the information that they currently need to read on a computer. Is a video connection receiving signal? What level is a certain audio input set at? Additionally, changing any of these settings will be done by hand motions. A virtual volume dial will be able to be turned to tune the settings perfectly. The installer will be able to make these changes walking throughout the space, without carrying a computer. By implementing AR, installation companies will be able to save money by cutting down on errors and possibly reducing the number of staff required on an install site. Requirements for the designer to be on site will be reduced as the designer will be able to view the exact install and current settings, as though they were standing in the room, if the installer has any questions or needs to make any changes.
Providing a support service also is enhanced with AR. Imagine being able to walk into a space for a trouble call. By looking around the room, at the projector, at the touch panel and at the rack, you can get readings on settings and signals.
Documentation is another opportunity for improved services and lower costs. Since all the equipment is being recorded virtually as it is installed, there is no need to document changes after the install. This prevents future problems when those updates were forgotten to be made to the final drawings. Serial numbers, ownership tags, models, etc. will all automatically be recorded through the AR system.
As the article mentions, the biggest hurdle right now is the cost, awkwardness and availability of augmented reality lenses. These systems have decreased in cost and size dramatically, even in the past two years and there is no reason to expect this decrease won’t continue. The AV industry has a head start in this area, as we should be very familiar and experienced with the current AR equipment. The second hurdle is getting all the information into a digital format. Again, we have a head start in this area. Every integrator and manufacturer has digital drawings of their installs and equipment. To integrate this into an augmented reality view will become an easier lift because of this head start.
These are just a few of the ideas on how our industry will be drastically changed by augmented reality. Firms who begin to prepare for these changes will be ready to take advantage of them when they become more and more mainstream. Leave a Comment
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Williams Sound Buys PointmakerWilliams Sound today announced that it has acquired Pointmaker, part of a new strategy to expand the Williams Sound product footprint beyond its traditional audio end markets. Pointmaker is a leading provider of hardware and software for video annotation technology and will serve as a platform through which Williams Sound will develop new products to serve the larger professional A/V market. In concert with this strategy, three new board members have been added and the holding company will be renamed Williams AV.
“Aligning Williams Sound audio with Pointmaker video is all about synergy, with both companies bringing different, but exceptional, expertise and experience,” said Richard Lough, Williams Sound COO. “We are bringing together two complementary and innovative companies with a similar vision – driving technology that enables communication, strengthens connections, and ultimately inspires collaboration. Referred to as C3 – communication empowered, this newfound synergy readies us to move forward as a stronger force in the A/V marketplace.”
Pat Brey, CEO of Pointmaker, will remain with the company and join the board of directors of Williams AV. “This acquisition provides an exciting growth opportunity and immediately enhances client access to inspired, innovative technology. By combining Williams Sound audio expertise with years of video expertise, we are delivering added value and depth of product offerings. As we move forward, we are mobilizing to capitalize, via forthcoming innovation, on a collaboration market that far exceeds the size of our current individual targets.”
Williams AV has also added two industry veterans to its Board, both with significant expertise in the video market. Rob Sheeley and Tom Mingo are the co-founders of Vaddio, a Minnesota based designer and manufacturer of video equipment used throughout the A/V marketplace. Rob is a serial entrepreneur who holds numerous hardware and software patents, and will assist the team going forward in new product development. Tom formerly led sales for Vaddio and will assist the company in expanding its sales and marketing efforts to support Williams AV’s next stage of growth.
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AlltecPro Launches Operations By Hiring Vin Bruno AlltecPro, Serving ALL Who Deploy Technology (yes, that’s their entire name) launched business operations today. AlltecPro describes itself as “a manufacturer and provider of consumer technology and professional audio/video products for commercial and residential applications.” The company works with everyone integrating and installing technology in the corporate, education, construction, hospitality, entertainment and home markets.
Vincent Bruno has been appointed president of the new company. Previously, Bruno was the CEO of the Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association (CEDIA) and the director of marketing for Crestron Electronics.
“This is an exciting period for our industry as technological innovation advances rapidly and the opportunities are tremendous,” said Vin Bruno. He continued “AlltecPro already works with thousands of technology integrators around the world that professionally design, install, upgrade, repair, monitor and manage systems for their customers. Our industry delivers exceptional experiences by providing simplified technology workplace environments and personal lifestyles. Our clients include technology integrators, audio/video dealers, retailers, consultants, facilities managers, IT professionals, electrical contractors, plumbers, HVAC installers, builders, designers, architects, educators and homeowners. We work with respected manufacturers that build innovative products and we lead with our own house brands including Comprehensive Cable & Connectivity, Gallery Digital Signage Solutions, Alltec Screens, HamiltonBuhl, Buhl LED, AV LinkPro and HygenX.”
These in-house brands are all owned by the same parent company, Vcom International, the apparent founder and owner of AlltecPro. Alltec will be selling products manufactured by those companies, distributing other brands and offering services such as systems design and installation.
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Ron Camden Returns to Biamp Systems Biamp Systems announced that Ron Camden, who had previously announced he was retiring, will remain in his role as vice president of sales for the Americas following the company’s acquisition by Highlander Partners. Camden will report directly to Rashid Skaf, the new president, CEO and co-chairman, and continue to serve customers and business partners throughout the North, Central and South American regions while assisting in the search for — and training of — his eventual replacement.
“Ron is an institution within Biamp, possessing an incredible depth of knowledge and demonstrating leadership and commitment to service that have earned the respect of customers and competitors alike,” said Skaf. “He led the sales team through periods of unprecedented growth, and as we enter our next chapter, his leadership and input to identifying his replacement will be key.”
During his 30-year tenure with the company, Camden has been instrumental in defining how Biamp does business: focusing on the customer while delivering industry-defining products that are backed with superior customer service. In building countless relationships — from distributor partners to end-users — over the years, Camden has not only enabled Biamp to transition into new markets but also helped to shape the evolving pro AV industry.
“My history with Biamp is a reflection of the company’s culture of listening to customers and delivering excellence at every level,” said Camden. “Rashid has a well-earned reputation for a similar commitment and set of values that I’m certain will help guide Biamp to continued growth and success. As exciting as retirement sounded, when the sale was announced, I knew I couldn’t miss this opportunity to assist Rashid in identifying my successor and catapult Biamp forward in this amazing industry.”
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Unified AV Systems Acquires Xzact TechnologiesUnified AV Systems announced today the completion of the acquisition of Xzact Technologies and plans to merge the operations of Xzact Technologies into the company effective Jan. 1, 2018.
Unified AV Systems (UAVS) is an Atlanta, GA-based company providing design, engineering, installation, and maintenance services for Audio Visual & Video communication systems to corporate, education, and government clients. Unified AV has operational offices in Atlanta, GA, Greenville and Columbia, SC, Charlotte, Greensboro and Raleigh, NC and Knoxville, TN. An ESOP entity, UAVS is a 100 percent employee-owned company with approximately 140 staff members.
This transaction addresses a key element of the UAVS Strategic Plan to expand beyond pure audiovisual solutions for customers and the ability to provide a full breadth of IT, AV and other low voltage capabilities to enhance client operations.
“This is a very deliberate and strategic move to provide our customers with a partner that can be their single source for all AV, IT and low voltage solutions,” said Barry Goldin, UAVS president. “We have a long history with, and immense respect for, the Xzact Technologies team and look forward to integrating our operations to the benefit of our customers and employees.”
Xzact Technologies is a Charlotte, NC-based company providing design, engineering, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical infrastructure and network communications technologies to both private and public sector clients. Xzact Technologies has offices and staff in Charlotte, NC, Raleigh, NC and Columbia, SC.
“It is our belief that, as technologies keep converging and complexity continues to grow, the physical layer and the mission-critical infrastructure will become the essential part of any customer technology solution,” said Javier Martin, Xzact Technologies CEO. “Together, we bring a powerful combination to the market by both enabling a well-planned and more efficient IT infrastructure, and enabling greater engagement with leaders and learners by providing state-of-the-art integrated solutions.”
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Christie Intros APEX 0.9mm LED Video Wall With Ultra-Fine Pixel Pitch Christie is enhancing the Christie Velvet Apex Series line of products with the launch of the APEX 0.9-millimeter LED video wall. Available in ultra-fine pixel pitches from 0.9-millmeter to 2.5-millimeter and featuring a 16:9 aspect ratio.
Apex 0.9 is a 0.96-millimeter pitch LED that delivers amazing colors, brightness at high uniformity. The new offering allows for scaling to popular resolutions in a smaller square meter area as well as reducing optimum and minimum viewing distances.
Christie APEX 0.9mm video wall offers:
- 16:9 aspect ratio
- Remote and redundant power supply
- Front serviceability
- Slim design that is ADA compliant
- Advanced monitoring capability (SNMP)
To help simplify the decision making process, the Christie Velvet LED video wall bundle provides an easier way to integrate a seamless, full HD LED installation. The bundle is a complete solution comprised of an ultra-fine pitch Apex Series LED designed for corporate spaces, control rooms, digital signage and architectural display applications. The process starts with choosing the pixel pitch or size of the required video wall required and then the Christie team takes care of the rest. That includes making sure all the LED tiles, power supplies and cabling needed are made available quickly and easily to help integrate the video wall into the specified space.
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New Extron HDMI Matrix Switchers Offer 18 Gbps Performance for 4K/60 SignalsExtron’s new DXP HD 4K PLUS Series supports signals up to 4K/60 with 4:4:4 chroma sampling. They support HDMI 2.0b specifications, including data rates up to 18 Gbps, HDR, Deep Color up to 12-bit, 3D and HD lossless audio formats. These HDCP 2.2 compliant matrix switchers incorporate Extron technologies such as SpeedSwitch, EDID Minder, and Key Minder as well as HDMI input equalization and output regeneration to ensure reliable system operation. Digital audio can be de-embedded from any input and assigned to digital or analog stereo outputs for ease of integration. Available in 4×4, 8×4 and 8×8 sizes, the DXP HD 4K PLUS Series is ideal for applications that require reliable, high performance matrix switching of 4K/60 HDMI signals.
The DXP HD 4K PLUS Series matrix switchers are designed for use with computers equipped with 4K graphics cards, media players, and similar signal sources, as well as 4K native resolution displays. With a maximum data rate of 18 Gbps, they support computer and video resolutions up to 4096×2160 at 60 Hz with eight-bit color in 4:4:4 color space. In addition, these matrix switchers fully support 1080p/60 with 12-bit Deep Color. To maintain signal integrity, they feature automatic cable equalization on inputs and output reclocking to reshape and restore timing of the video signal at each HDMI output. These features combined with Extron Pro Series High Speed HDMI Cables allow longer 4K signal runs, reducing the need for additional signal conditioning equipment by compensating for weak source signals or signal loss on long cable runs. Additionally, +5 VDC, 200 mA is available on each output for powering peripheral devices.
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TASCAM Expands Dante-Enabled Lineup With New Multichannel Interfaces TASCAM has unveiled two new additions to its line of Dante-enabled offerings. Designed to provide flexible connectivity between analog and digital components, the TASCAM ML-32D and ML-16D are multichannel Line Level to Dante and Dante to Line Level interfaces. With Dante-enabled devices becoming increasingly ubiquitous in professional AV systems, TASCAM’s ML-32D and ML-16D allow audio engineers and systems integrators to connect 32 or 16 channels of audio between the analog domain and Dante-enabled digital components, including the TASCAM DA-6400, SS-R250N and SS-CDR250 multichannel audio recorders.
The ML-32D and ML-16D deliver Dante connectivity, without mid-level microphone preamps, MADI and S/PDIF interfaces, and other functions that add cost and complexity. Supporting Digital Audio at up to 24bit/96kHz, both units feature analog line level I/O via D-Sub connectors (eight on ML-32D and four on ML-16D) and feature front panel LED meters to display both signal level and overload for each active channel. The TASCAM ML-32D and ML-16D will list for $2,299.99 and $1,599.99, respectively, and are scheduled to begin shipping in early 2018. Here are the details. Leave a Comment
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Audio-Technica Ships ATDM-0604 Digital SmartMixer
Audio-Technica is now shipping its ATDM-0604 Digital SmartMixer. Featuring echo-canceling and web remote functionality, the ATDM-0604 is a six-channel automatic mixer ideal for meetings, conferences, soft codec applications, courtroom proceedings, radio and TV broadcasts and other applications involving the use of multiple microphones or other media inputs.
Audio-Technica’s SmartMixer technology allows channels to be mixed automatically in gate or gain sharing mode, ensuring consistent, high-quality audio output from all inputs in a setup, without the introduction of feedback, excessive ambient noise or comb filtering. Controls and LED indicators on the mixer’s front panel allow users to easily adjust input/output and gain levels; set and recall presets; turn on/off phantom power, low-cut filter, automatic mixing and acoustic echo cancellation (AEC); change IP configuration (Auto or Static); and more. A full complement of digital signal processing is available for inputs and outputs including parametric EQ, compressor, limiter and feedback control. Control and monitoring tools are accessible locally on the front panel or via the Web Remote interface, which allows users to handle the aforementioned adjustments from a Windows-based PC, Mac, iOS or Android device, plus make additional changes to the input and output settings, select gate or gain sharing mode when using Smart Mix and adjust other advanced settings.
The mixer is equipped with four balanced microphone inputs, two balanced Mic/Line inputs and one unbalanced stereo input, along with two balanced and two unbalanced outputs. Network (Cat5e or better) and USB ports are also included, as are A/B Audio-Technica Link ports that let users connect six ATDM-0604 mixers via Cat5e cable for simultaneous use within an expanded setup.
ATDM-0604 features include:
- Four balanced mic inputs, two balanced Mic/Line inputs and one stereo unbalanced input
- One stereo and two mono outputs
- Two-channel USB audio interface for soft codec (Skype, WebEx) integration or playback from computer
- Full digital processing on inputs and outputs
- 8×3 audio routing matrix
- Six-channel Smart Mix (gate or gain sharing)
- Onboard acoustic echo canceler (AEC) processing
- Front panel direct operation and Web Remote functionality
- IP control for third-party CCS administration
- Up to six mixers can be linked using Cat5e cable
The ATDM-0604 Digital SmartMixer is now available at U.S. pricing of $899. For more information, go here. Leave a Comment
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New TASCAM CD-400U Media Player DebutsTASCAM has introduced its CD-400U media player. Combining a slot-loading CD player, AM/FM tuner, stereo SD recorder and Bluetooth wireless and USB connectivity, the CD-400U offers audio playback in real time or from reliable fixed media. The unit also can record from CD or the AM/FM source to CD or to USB media.
The CD-400U provides professional-class XLR balanced outputs, RCA unbalanced main outputs and a second set of RCA unbalanced outputs dedicated to the AM/FM source. An 1/8-inch auxiliary input admits audio from a variety of external sources, combining with the Bluetooth wireless input to accept sources such as smartphones, tablets and more. A high-quality ¼-inch stereo headphone output enables silent monitoring and confirmation of operation.
Once configured, a Panel Lock function can disable the panel buttons to avoid unauthorized operation or programming. A Power on Play function automatically starts playback upon power-up. These features combine to ensure tamper-proof, foolproof, automatic operation.
A standard RS-232C terminal enables external remote control. An optional IF-E100 Ethernet card will provide IP control over Ethernet in a future release. A two-line backlit LCD displays the settings for easy programming and operation.
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Altia Systems Launches PanaCast 2s, the First Panoramic-5K 180º Real-Time Intelligent Vision PlatformAltia Systems today launched PanaCast 2s, the first software-defined Panoramic-5K (5120×1440 pixels per frame) video camera system that produces 78 percent higher resolution than Panoramic-4K video. PanaCast 2s is a software-scalable intelligent vision end-point platform designed for use in medium to large conference rooms, compatible with any video collaboration service.
PanaCast 2s complements PanaCast 2 and extends the range of the PanaCast family of products to address all collaboration spaces.
PanaCast 2s, recognized as a CES 2017 Innovation Awards Honoree, implements the PanaCast video processor as a PanaCast Computer Vision Engine (PCVE), an industry first, software-scalable implementation with an OpenCL pipeline, which uses CPU and GPU processing to achieve high performance, low latency video. It delivers four-times lossless digital zoom up to 16 feet at 720p and 30 frames per second.
The platform enables easy integration of artificial intelligence technologies such as machine vision using Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) for video collaboration and distance learning applications.
The 180º field of view combined with intelligent vision capabilities such as ‘people counting’ and ‘facial recognition’ improve the range and accuracy of object recognition and tracking. The low latency flow-through software architecture delivers an immersive experience in applications such as video collaboration, education, telemedicine and virtual/augmented reality.
PanaCast 2s is recommended to be used with an Intel Core i7 processor based NUC mini PC. With Intel’s initial guidance on the OpenCL pipeline, Altia Systems developed the PCVE software for PanaCast 2s on Intel Core i7 processor based NUC.
The PanaCast 2s intelligent vision platform supports Altia Systems’ software products, including Intelligent Zoom and PanaCast Vivid. In the near future it will support PanaCast Whiteboard, people recognition and API for artificial intelligence and machine learning based applications.
The PanaCast 2s intelligent vision platform is available as a bundled offering through the company’s Authorized Intelligent Vision Providers (AIVP), including Synnex Corporation, Starin Marketing Inc., NEC Networks & System Integration Corporation (NESIC).
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Extron Introduces Pre-Configured Collaboration System in TeamWork Connect 300 Extron is pleased to introduce TeamWork Connect 300, a cost effective, pre-configured collaboration system for two digital and one analog source. The package includes two HDMI Show Me cables, one VGA Show Me cable, an HC 404 Meeting Space Collaboration System and other system cables. The Show Me cables facilitate simple source switching using the Share button at each device. Built-in control capabilities facilitate automatic source switching, display control, and integration with optional occupancy sensors for an easy and intuitive user experience. The VGA Show Me cable enables the system to support legacy analog computer sources. Low-profile mounting hardware is included and optional mounting hardware is available to facilitate a wide range of collaboration table and work surface designs. For applications with different requirements, use the online TeamWork System Builder to create a customized solution that meets your exact project needs. The TeamWork System Builder is an interactive tool that guides you through the creation of a customized solution best suited for your collaboration environment.
Extron says TeamWork Connect is simple and intuitive to use. Simply connect a Show Me cable to a laptop or tablet to automatically power on the system. When a user presses the Share button on a Show Me cable, the switcher selects that input and the Share button lights up for visual confirmation. TeamWork Connect works with most laptops, tablets, and flat panel displays, and supports full resolution computer and video signals up to 1920×1200, including 1080p/60 and 2K. Video is presented in full resolution at the highest quality, and the system also supports transmission of high fidelity audio. For ease of installation, all signals are sent over a single CATx cable connected between the transmitter, mounted near users and the receiver, typically mounted behind the display. A single HDMI cable transmits all audio, video and control signals from the receiver to the display. TeamWork Connect is ideal for corporate and education applications that require a cost-effective, easy-to-use collaboration system.
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