At ISE 2019 in Amsterdam, TOA Electronics Europe will be showcasing integrated solutions for building security and communication. Individual concepts for sound distribution and communication for a wide variety of applications such as shopping centers, hotels, houses of worship, event locations, schools and authorities or airports will be presented. The focus is on scalable IP […]

Silicon Labs has launched the Z-Wave 700 on the Wireless Gecko platform. Z-Wave 700 delivers on Silicon Labs’ vision and platform integration roadmap following the company’s acquisition of Z-Wave technology in April 2018. According to Silicon Lab, the new smart home platform builds on Z-Wave’s S2 security and interoperability by improving energy efficiency and adding […]

JL Audio is shipping a new 8-inch version of its Fathom IWS in-wall subwoofer systems with additional enclosure option for in-ceiling applications. The new 8-inch Fathom IWS and ICS systems join a previous model, with a 13.5-inch driver, in the Fathom IWS lineup. The 8-inch Fathom IWS and ICS systems are have a long-excursion, 8-inch […]

PreSonus is shipping the new Quantum 4848 Thunderbolt audio interface (24-bit, 192 kHz), a professional recording solution that includes the company’s Studio One Professional recording, mixing and mastering software for macOS and Windows. The 1U rack-mount Quantum 4848 features A/D/A converters with 120 dB dynamic range on every input and output and offers 32 channels […]

Zytronic will demonstrate a new Hybrid Touch technology that enables integration of physical controls within an active touchscreen at ISE (Hall 8, stand G351), 5-8 February 2019, using a 55” touch table with its take on a classic board game for visitors to play. Zytronic’s hybrid touch allows mechanical buttons and dials to be incorporated […]

As 2018 draws to a close, consumer interest in 4K UHD continues to climb, receiving a further push due to average retail prices reaching parity with HDTV sets, according to the latest market tracking report from Futuresource Consulting. “This year, we’re expecting annual 4K UHD TV shipments to power past 100 million units,” says Tristan […]

Analyst firm Frost & Sullivan announced that Zoom is named the 2019 Company of the Year in the Global Video Conferencing Industry. The selection of this award is derived from primary market analysis and in-depth interviews conducted by the Frost & Sullivan industry analyst team. According to Frost & Sullivan the Company of the Year […]

ISE 2019 will see Avionic, an event capture and recording company, take a stand (15-S300) twice as large after a successful ISE 2018. Avonic is previewing its new T-REX tracking solution, designed to deliver new levels of capability for capturing events and lectures. It is the world’s first truly 3D-based fully automated tracking system, using […]

AVIXA will host two half-day conferences at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2019, Feb. 5-8 at the RAI Amsterdam. The events will take a deep dive into the topics of AV solutions for higher education and enterprises, respectively, with content to help attendees implement innovative technology experiences. “Our conference program for ISE 2019 features a wide […]

R&S SpycerNode uses what Rohde & Schwarz calls High Performance Computing (HPC) file system for its media server. HPC employs redundancy using software-based “RAID” technologies called erasure coding in combination with declustering to increase overall performance and reduce rebuild times. R&S SpycerNode features Rohde & Schwarz‘s device manager web application which makes it much easier […]

Canon Europe today announced the launch of the 4K5020Z and LX-MH502Z, two 4k resolution installation projectors. The 4K5020Z is specified at 5,000 lumens, uses LCoS technology and has an optional short-throw lens (the RS-SL07RST) designed specifically by Canon for 4K imaging. Both the 4K5020Z and the LX-MH502Z weigh only 9.3 kilograms and because they use […]

Nortek Security & Control LLC is now shipping the Furman SS-6 Power Conditioner and the ACX-25 Power Cord. The Furman SS-6 is a black steel chassis floor strip power conditioner — a narrow form factor version of the SS-6B — with standard surge protection RFI/EMI filtering. Including six outlets, the SS-6 comes with a 15-foot […]

To compete with other sports venues and fans’ ever-advancing home entertainment systems, sports venue executives are investing in audiovisual solutions. The new 2018 Market Opportunity Analysis Report (MOAR) focused on sports venues, produced by the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association (AVIXA), investigates the opportunities and challenges for providers of pro-AV solutions and technologies in this […]

Salamander Designs and Screen Innovations announced a partnership which supports turn-key packages for Ultra-Short Throw Credenzas and the Solo Pro line of motorized screens. It’s aimed at commercial and residential integrators. Salamander’s Ultra-Short-Throw Credenzas matched with SI’s Solo Pro and its optical “ST” material specifically suited for Ultra-Short-Throw projectors, make it simpler to deploy display […]

NEC Display Solutions of America today announced the launch of two new projector models: the P525WL and P525UL. Both projectors are aimed at higher education classrooms, conference rooms and meeting rooms. The P525WL replaces NEC’s P502WL-2 and the P525UL replaces NEC’s P502HL-2. For each new model, the imaging unit has been changed from DLP to […]

Visix, Inc. has released a beta version of its new AxisTV Alert software application for digital signage. The new alerting platform gives customers time-saving workflows to deliver important updates and critical alerts across their digital signage system. AxisTV Alert is designed as a stand-alone platform for high reliability, scalability and performance. It can be used […]

URC officially announced the introduction of the new URC Total Control 2.0 module for IP control of all 2018 LG UHD TVs including its critically-acclaimed LG OLED and LG Super UHD TV models. The URC module supports the full control command set for all 2018 LG UHD TVs. It enables a wide range of customization […]

CEDIA has released a new white paper, An Integrator’s Guide to HDR Video. This paper explores the fundamentals of HDR video and how it relates to human vision, and underlines HDR standards, formats and connectivity to ensure compatible system design and integration. “We have seen incredible advances in HDR over the years to the point […]

Luxul today announced that it has strengthened its partner program with the recent addition of several strategic, integration and industry partnerships that deliver added value to the company’s integrators and their customers. The list of partners has recently increased to include Kramer, Crestron, Sonos, Atlona, Key Digital, WyreStorm, Blustream, Just Add Power, URC, Chief, Contemporary […]

Today CEDIA announced the 2019 lineup for the popular CEDIA Technology & Business Summit events. The 2019 schedule includes 11 events throughout North America, including two new highly requested markets, the Mid-Atlantic and Canada. The Tech Summits are local, focused, education-oriented events. They include sponsor displays consisting of some of the top manufacturers and service […]

IntelliVision Technologies today announced the launch of its Channel Partner Program. Capitalizing on the millions of cameras, dashcams and video doorbells that leverage IntelliVision software, from companies including Ring, Netgear and Pelco, IntelliVision is now providing a full set of services enabling dealers and integrators to build video analytics into CCTV, security and surveillance systems […]

Klipsch has added Google Assistant functionality to its new Heritage Wireless table-top speaker, The Three. The Three with Google Assistant built in offers nostalgic mid-century modern design with the addition of a personal, helpful digital assistant. Functionality includes the ability to ask questions and get information, stream music, hear the news, weather and traffic, add […]

Crestron announced today that ekey biometric systems is now an official Crestron integration partner. The wall-mounted ekey finger scanners integrate with Crestron 3-Series control systems. Crestron residential integrators can now introduce one-touch door entry to their smart home designs. Fingerprint door entry also enhances security by eliminating hackable four-digit codes and the possibility of key […]

AVIXA and host of InfoComm 2018, the largest professional audiovisual trade show in North America, received two awards in the annual International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) Art of the Show Competition. IAEE is the largest association of the exhibitions and events industry in the world. InfoComm 2018 won awards for show brand design/development […]

NEC Display Solutions today announced the availability of the 27″ MultiSync EA271U, a native 4K UHD (3840×2160) LCD-based desktop monitor with USB-C connectivity. The 350cd/m2 brightness monitor has a 1000:1 contrast ratio and is ENERGY STAR 7.0 and TCO 7.0 compliant. The EA271U features a three-sided ultra-narrow bezel of just 1 millimeter. It’s compatible with NEC […]

Avonic today announced the availability of the CM20-VCU high-quality 4K camera with a built-in microphone array. Integrated with auto-framing, a digital PTZ (with selectable presets) and a 120 degrees viewing angle, the CM20 is aimed at videoconferencing and recording applications in huddle and meeting rooms. Users can create presets to capture a whiteboard or flip-over […]

Global videoconferencing market is set to grow from its current market value of more than $11 billion to over $20 billion by 2024, according to a new research report by Global Market Insights, Inc. The falling price of the video conferencing products (and also soft-codec-based systems) is also driving the growth in the video conferencing […]

Savant has introduced an educational platform featuring online tools in support of Savant integrators seeking to add lighting fixture sales and installation as part of their services. Savant’s new interactive Fixture Designer tool is available to all authorized integrators via the Savant Store. This resource has been designed to help integrators understand the variety of […]

NSCA has announced that registration for the 21st annual Business & Leadership Conference (BLC) is now open here. The 21st annual Business & Leadership Conference will be held on Feb. 27-March 1, 2019, at the Saddlebrook Resort in Tampa, Fla. NSCA’s BLC has become the industry’s most notable platform for executive-level education and networking. The […]

The Extron ECM S10 is a partition sensor set designed to automate AV system behavior based on the position of a movable wall. The set connects to any Extron Pro Series device equipped with a digital I/O or eBUS port. It uses an infrared beam to sense the position of a movable partition wall within […]

Ravya has introduced three new programs for dealers: Premier Dealer status, Showroom Purchase and Installation Support. The Premier Dealer Program offers advanced tools and support for its Premier Dealers. The company has invested in the development of these customized tools and marketing collateral that will help better position home theaters for the dealer’s clientele. Participants […]

Da-Lite’s new DescenderPro will be the first electric screen product that Da-Lite stocks ready to ship same day. The ceiling recessed electric screen will be available in 16:9 and 16:10 formats in sizes from 106”-164” diagonal with four surface options – HD Progressive 0.9, HD Progressive 1.1, Da-Mat and Matte White. The black drop for […]