Michael Williams

Michael Williams

Michael is a project manager at rAVe [PUBS]. You can reach him at michael@ravepubs.com.

tvONE Now Shipping 4K Output Module & CORIOgrapher 2.0 Software Upgrade

tvONE announces the first shipments of their new 4K output modules for the CORIOmaster & CORIOmaster mini and a new version release of its award winning control software to the CORIOmaster systems, CORIOgrapher 2.0. The addition of 4K support to CORIOmaster systems consists of two new modules; the NOW SHIPPING HDMI 4K30 scaling output module (CM-HDMI-4K-SC-1OUT) and […]

tvONE Now Shipping 4K Output Module & CORIOgrapher 2.0 Software Upgrade

Klipsch Audio Inks Deal With AIN

INDIANAPOLIS (October 26, 2015) — Klipsch, a leading global speaker and headphone manufacturer, is pleased to announce a 31Ž2-year extension of its long-term partnership with the Authorized Integrators Network (AiN) Group. The move solidifies Klipsch as the group’s preferred premium speaker provider. Klipsch and AiN began their strategic partnership over 12 years ago, delivering legendary […]

Klipsch Audio Inks Deal With AIN

Hybrid Optical Cables for High-Speed Digital Video

Technical Whitepaper: Hybrid Optical Cables for High-Speed Digital Video By: Cosemi Technologies, Inc. September 2015   I. Introduction As video displays get larger in size, more pixels are needed to achieve the same video-playing quality (Figure 1). This leads to the display resolution progressing from the earlier 480 x 720 for DVD to 1080p for high-definition […]

Hybrid Optical Cables for High-Speed Digital Video

Good AV Episode 5: Wi-Fi and IT for Live Events: What You Need to Know

If you are a live events professional, you know how mission critical the Wi-Fi and bandwidth can be for the success of an event. We will all recall the awkward event moment when Steve Jobs had to ask the room to turn of their devices because it was killing the bandwidth — and many of […]

Good AV Episode 5: Wi-Fi and IT for Live Events: What You Need to Know

Yealink Webinar to Highlight Changes Affecting Video Conferencing Customers Today

Xiamen, China – October 20, 2015 – Yealink, the global leading unified communication (UC) terminal solution provider, is pleased to partner with analyst firm Wainhouse Research in offering a free video webinar focused on “A Video Conferencing Industry Update.” The webinar will focus on how the business world is changing, and how video conferencing in […]

Yealink Webinar to Highlight Changes Affecting Video Conferencing Customers Today

Audio Visual Integrator CCS Presentation Systems Expands Into Indiana & Kentucky

Scottsdale, AZ, October 22, 2015 –(PR.com)– One of the largest integrators of audiovisual equipment in the U.S., CCS Presentation Systems, announces that CIM Technology Solutions -with offices in Columbus, IN, Indianapolis, IN, Louisville, KY and Decatur, IL – has joined the CCS nationwide AV integration team. The new CCS locations will continue to be managed […]

Audio Visual Integrator CCS Presentation Systems Expands Into Indiana & Kentucky

FSR Makes 2015 InfoComm Connections Debut in NY

Woodland Park, NJ (October 22, 2015) — FSR is making its debut as an exhibitor at the 2015 InfoComm Connections show in New York, which also marks the first time the show will be co-locating with CCW + SATCON at the City’s Javits Convention Center on November 11 and 12. The company will be featuring […]

FSR Makes 2015 InfoComm Connections Debut in NY

Klipsch Group, Inc.’s Greg Ransom Named National Sales Manager for Jamo

INDIANAPOLIS (October 23, 2015) — Klipsch Group, Inc., owner of the Klipsch and Jamo audio brands, today announces the promotion of Greg Ransom to National Sales Manager, Jamo. Ransom, who previously served as major accounts manager for Klipsch Group, assumes the role following a lifetime career in sales management that includes seven years with the company. […]

Klipsch Group, Inc.’s Greg Ransom  Named National Sales Manager for Jamo

FSR Continues Emphasis on Product Development with Promotion of Ken Heinis to Engineering Project Manager

Woodland Park, NJ (OCTOBER 22, 2015) – FSR, an Adopter Member of the HDBaseT Alliance (http://www.HDBaseT.org/) and a leading manufacturer of a wide variety of products for the audio/video, education, hospitality, government, and religious markets, announces the promotion of Ken Heinis to the position of engineering project manager. Jan Sandri, FSR president, announced the details […]

FSR Continues Emphasis on Product Development with Promotion of Ken Heinis to Engineering Project Manager

SnapAV Acquires SunBriteTV

Charlotte, NC – October 22, 2015 – SnapAV’s growth story since launching in 2005 is entering an exciting new chapter. The Charlotte-based manufacturer, known for its breadth of products and award-winning website, service and support, has announced the acquisition of leading outdoor TV manufacturer, SunBriteTV. “Our dealers are doing more and more outdoor systems, and […]

SnapAV Acquires SunBriteTV

Extron Expands DTP CrossPoint 4K Scaling Matrix Switcher Family with Three New Sizes

Anaheim, California (October 22, 2015) – Extron Electronics is pleased to introduce three new models to the DTP CrossPoint 4K Series – the DTP CrossPoint 86 4K, DTP CrossPoint 84 4K, and DTP CrossPoint 82 4K featuring 8×6, 8×4, and 8×2 matrix configurations, respectively. The highly versatile DTP CrossPoint 4K Series delivers all of the technologically advanced […]

Extron Expands DTP CrossPoint 4K Scaling Matrix Switcher Family with Three New Sizes

THE WEEK – Episode 107: A CEDIA 2015 Special Edition Podcast

CEDIA, the Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association is the leading global authority in the $14 billion home technology industry. CEDIA represents 3,500 member companies worldwide and serves more than 22,000 industry professionals that manufacture, design, and integrate goods and services for the connected home. Join co-hosts Corey Moss and Johnny Mota in this special post-CEDIA 2015 edition […]

THE WEEK – Episode 107: A CEDIA 2015 Special Edition Podcast

Powersoft Strengthens Sales and Distribution Network in Canada

Montreal, Canada, October 21, 2015 — Leading audio manufacturer Powersoft announced a shift in its Canadian distribution strategy from a classic distribution model to an independent representative model, similar to its approach that has been successful in the U.S. EffectiveNovember 1st, Powersoft has appointed CM Tech Group as its independent regional representative in Canada. CM […]

Powersoft Strengthens Sales and Distribution Network in Canada

SVS Hires Keenan Davis as Senior Director of Marketing

Youngstown, OH – October 20, 2015 – SVS proudly announces the hiring of Keenan Davis as senior director of marketing. Davis is a seasoned veteran of the consumer electronics and video gaming industries who brings a deep and critical understanding of digital marketing to an already stacked marketing team. Davis joins SVS with nearly 20 […]

SVS Hires Keenan Davis as Senior Director of Marketing

DSE Introduces its 2015-16 Advisory Board

Atlanta – Digital Signage Expo (DSE), the world’s largest tradeshow and educational conference for digital display, interactive technology and digital out-of-home networks (DOOH), today named its Advisory Board for 2015-16. The Advisory Board is comprised of more than 60 professionals representing Advertising Agencies, Digital Out-of-Home Networks, Industry Consultants and several end user verticals, including Corporate […]

DSE Introduces its 2015-16 Advisory Board

Biamp Systems’ All-New Tesira 2.4 and HD-1 Hardware Dialer Now Available

BEAVERTON, Oregon — Oct. 20, 2015 — Biamp Systems, a leading provider of innovative, networked media systems, today announced the availability of its all-new Tesira® 2.4 platform and HD-1 hardware dialer. Designed to meet the needs of today’s VoIP and POTS conferencing requirements, the solutions provide customers with innovations such as new Lync®Enterprise Voice and […]

Biamp Systems’ All-New Tesira 2.4 and HD-1 Hardware Dialer Now Available

The Orlando Magic and Amway Center Score Big With VITEC

SUNNYVALE, Calif. — Oct. 20, 2015 — VITEC, a worldwide leader in advanced video encoding and streaming solutions, today announced that the NBA’s Orlando Magic have installed VITEC’s IPTV Sports Venue solution — which includes EZ TV IPTV middleware, HD blade encoders, and VITEC’s IPTV set-top-boxes — at the Amway Center, the team’s home arena. […]

The Orlando Magic and Amway Center Score Big With VITEC

RIVA Audio, Designed to Amaze, Introduces the RIVA S Award-Winning Bluetooth Speake

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, California. – October 20, 2015: RIVA Audio, the lifestyle brand of Audio Design Experts, Inc. (ADX™), recognized for its best-in-class audio products, announced the availability to purchase its newest Bluetooth® Wireless mobile speaker the RIVA S. With innovative new functions like TrueWireless™ technology that allows for a true stereo speaker arrangement, best-in-class audio […]

RIVA Audio, Designed to Amaze, Introduces the RIVA S Award-Winning Bluetooth Speake

Toshiba Illuminates Minnesota Wild Fan Experience

ST. PAUL, Minn. (Oct. 20, 2015) – To enhance the fan experience for Minnesota Wild followers, Toshiba America Business Solutions implements its Ellumina™ digital signage line throughout the team’s 18,000-seat Xcel Energy Center home.  The wide-scale installation – including 538 high-definition (HD) displays – encompasses the arena’s concourse, entrances, luxury suites and wherever food and drinks are served. By […]

Toshiba Illuminates Minnesota Wild Fan Experience

On Controls Introduces Onlink Pro Family of Ethernet Gateway Devices

Detroit, MI October 13th, 2015 – On Controls (www.oncontrols.com), a leader in cloud-enabled smart home and commercial control solutions for professional installers, has announced today the introduction of the Onlink Pro family of gateway devices. Derived from a platform engineered for commercial-grade applications to deliver ultimate performance and reliability, the first three Onlink Pro models […]

On Controls Introduces Onlink Pro Family of Ethernet Gateway Devices

Auro Technologies Showcases Immersive Audio for 2015 CEDIA

Mol, Belgium, 14 October 2015 – Auro Technologies will be showcasing immersive sound solutions featuring its ground-breaking Auro-3D® format at the 2015 CEDIA Expo, the global showcase of the future home experience in Dallas from 14 to 17 February 2016. Auro Technologies’ Sound Room will be a reference point for immersive 3D sound, with the […]

Auro Technologies Showcases Immersive Audio for 2015 CEDIA

LG Electronics Showcases World’s Slimmest Video Wall At CEDIA

DALLAS, Oct. 16, 2015 – New video wall displays from LG Electronics featuring the world’s slimmest bezel to bezel design – less than 2 millimeters – are being demonstrated for commercial integrators at the Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association’s annual trade show this week in Dallas. Featured in LG’s CEDIA Expo booth (#5306), the […]

LG Electronics Showcases World’s Slimmest Video Wall At CEDIA

Pexip CEO Passes the Baton for Next Phase of Growth

OSLO, Norway — Oct. 19, 2015 — Pexip®, a leading innovator in scalable, distributed collaboration software, today announced that Åsmund O. Fodstad, formerly EVP of Global Sales and Marketing at Pexip, has been appointed CEO. Former CEO and Co-founder Simen Teigre will join the company’s Board of Directors and, through a transition period, serve as […]

Pexip CEO Passes the Baton for Next Phase of Growth

Adamson Appoints Oscar Alberto Gamas Gonzalez Operations Manager In Mexico

Port Perry, Ontario (October 2015) – Adamson Systems Engineering has announced the appointment of Oscar Alberto Gamas Gonzalez to the position of regional operations manager in Mexico. The announcement was made by Adamson’s Director Of Marketing And Sales James Oliver. Gonzalez, who has headed up Sonotribe, a prominent audio consultant business in Mexico, is a […]

Adamson Appoints Oscar Alberto Gamas Gonzalez Operations Manager In Mexico

Confident Amid Economic Downturn Twinwill Stays Steady and Advances to Niche Market

Twinwill Optronics Inc. (TOI) (ROTC: 5253) published its financial report of the first two quarters of 2015 in August. According to the semiannual report, the consolidated operating income for year 2014 was close to USD 26.7 million, while the revenue for the first two quarters of year 2015 has mounted to USD 10 million. In […]

Confident Amid Economic Downturn Twinwill Stays Steady and Advances to Niche Market

Clare Controls Introduces Native Integration with Sonos

Dallas, TX, October 15, 2015 — Clare Controls today announces its ClareHome automation solution now integrates natively with Sonos HiFi speakers and audio components, enabling simple, fast, robust, and feature-rich operation for integrators and consumers. Once enabled, the ClareHome system will automatically incorporate zones, playlists, tracks, and stations available within the Sonos system. Homeowners will […]

Clare Controls Introduces Native Integration with Sonos

Selling AV Episode 9: Double Agents

Sales isn’t about tricking customers into buying things; it’s about forming alliances based on trust. Listen to today’s tip and learn a simple way to communicate this to your customers.  Think of it as your 5 minute sales manager. Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

Selling AV Episode 9: Double Agents

TOI Transformation Achieves Exceptional Outcome Numbers Reveal High-Profit Growth

Forseeing a slowdown of demand of touch panels, Twinwill Optronics Inc. (TOI) (ROTC: 5253) has initiated its transformation plan since 2014, targeting high-margin niche markets to break from worsening price competition. TOI published its financial figures of the first half of year 2015. Although it showed a slight drop of operating income, the operating profit […]

TOI Transformation Achieves Exceptional Outcome Numbers Reveal High-Profit Growth

BrightSign Personalizes the Drive-through Experience at Pennsylvania Starbucks

Starbucks is known the world over for the continuity of its customer experience. Whether in Athens or Atlanta, customers can expect the same high-quality coffee drinks, made by friendly baristas who act as ambassadors for the world’s most iconic coffee brand. One Starbucks in Pennsylvania is further personalizing that experience with a new digital signage […]

BrightSign Personalizes the Drive-through Experience at Pennsylvania Starbucks

AV Insider — Episode 56: CEDIA’s Newest Forward Facing Member: Vincent Bruno

Vincent Bruno (Vin), newly appointed CEO of CEDIA, speaks with Johnny Mota about his new role and his 31 year long career in the CI industry. They talk about what CEDIA is for installers, designers, members, and even homeowners. They discuss Vin’s plans for the next year at at CEDIA, where it’s headed, and what […]

AV Insider — Episode 56: CEDIA’s Newest Forward Facing Member: Vincent Bruno

Rants and rAVes — Episode 441: CORE Brands Has the Biggest Booth at CEDIA 2015!

Obviously, I had to talk to the holder of the biggest booth at CEDIA, CORE Brands (www.corebrands.com) – they’re spending more money than anyone else. So, Joe Lautner, CORE’s Director of Control, joined me to explain their strategy and where they are in the market now. They’ve made a lot of acquisitions over the past […]

Rants and rAVes — Episode 441: CORE Brands Has the Biggest Booth at CEDIA 2015!

Rants and rAVes — Episode 440: AMX’s Presence at CEDIA was Small, But Their Launch was Impressive

AMX (www.amx.com) literally was only represented by a table inside the HARMAN booth and I suspect many, many integrators missed them. Too bad as they demo’d the makings of a totally-new control system interface – and it is impressive. I asked Adam Gershon, AMX’s Residential Product Manager, to join me on a podcast to explain […]

Rants and rAVes — Episode 440: AMX’s Presence at CEDIA was Small, But Their Launch was Impressive