RENNES, France — May 19, 2014 — Sweden’s Teracom, a leading provider of technical infrastructure and network solutions for media distribution and communications, is using Thomson Video Networks’ award-winning ViBE™ VS7000 video system, NetProcessor 9030/40 multiplexer, and Sapphire MPEG stream server to demonstrate a complete transmission chain for DVB-T2 delivery of HEVC-encoded video. To enable delivery of Ultra […]
Port Perry, Ontario (May 2014) – English-Irish pop boy band One Direction, along with 60,000 of their fans, recently kicked off their “Where We Are” world tour at the Estadio el Campin in Bogota, Colombia. C. Vilar LTDA, one of the more prominent and successful sound companies in Colombia, was charged with providing sound reinforcement […]
Seattle, WA – May 2014… As any live sound engineer will tell you, touring mid-sized clubs is not for the faint of heart. Confronting the daily surprises of a new room, with a new sound system and a new console, can make or break the band’s show – and their audience. For Val Foster, engineer […]
For about a year now we’ve done a weekly feature called the Weekly Wrap-up. Listen to this podcast so you’ll understand why we do it and how you can find it! Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS
DENVER, Colo. (April 30, 2014) — Mersive, a provider of display management and collaboration software, today announced the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania will adopt Mersive’s Solstice software to enhance visual collaboration amongst students and instructors. Using Solstice within Wharton enables students to achieve a new level of interaction in student study rooms […]
Pakedge is launching its Basic Networking Boot Camp on Tuesday May 20 (08:00 PDT/16:00 BST) to outline why solid networking skills are crucial in both residential and commercial AV. Pakedge is an innovator in manufacturing networking kit specifically for the demands of AV and integrators. The hour long session will cover the fundamentals of networking: […]
FT. LAUDERDALE, FL, May 16, 2014- International Audio Video Inc. (IAVI), a value added global distributor of Professional A/V products and solutions announces the grand opening of a new Distribution Center in Indianapolis, IN. The new state of the art facility will expand IAVI’s capabilities and provides customers with faster, more centralized order fulfillment. In […]
In one of our previous newsletters we told you all about the system integrator used by Concept Systems of Singapore that played a crucial role at the city’s Novotel satisfying their audio requirements. It was time to meet them again at the luxurious, award winning Pan Pacific hotel in Singapore. Collaborating with Sennheiser Asia, K-array’s […]
KUALA LUMPUR – 12 May, 2014… LOUD Technologies’ Music Gear Group has announced the appointment of Raymond Tee to the position of Mackie APAC Region product specialist. Based in Malaysia, Tee joins LOUD with eleven years’ experience in the live sound industry and an advanced engineering diploma in electronics. Prior to LOUD, Tee worked as […]
Alpharetta, GA. May 14 2014 -‐ Convergent Media Systems, a Ballantyne Strong, Inc. company (NYSE: BTN), announced today the hiring of three key sales professionals to further grow its enterprise digital signage and distribution channel businesses. Jay Leedy, Nancy Holland and Robert Guzman will join the existing Convergent sales team headed by Gary Johns, who […]
Farnborough, England – May 13, 2014 – AVI-SPL, the world’s leading video communications partner, has expanded its Control Room Group (CRG) capabilities into Europe with the creation of a UK-based team, headquartered in the AVI-SPL office in Farnborough, England. AVI-SPL has 12 years of success designing, implementing and servicing complex mission critical solution centers around […]
Rockleigh, NJ, May 15, 2014 – Crestron® announced today that its new Digital QMT™ Shade Motor (CSM-QMTDC-256) is now shipping. The first solution of its kind, it transforms home shading solutions with a brushless DC motor with solid-state control that is incredibly small, yet powerful enough for any job. The Digital QMT motor delivers energy-efficient […]
HAWTHORNE, N.Y. — May 14, 2014 — BTX Technologies, a value-added distributor and manufacturer of interface, integration, and system products, today announced that they have expanded their partnership with Atlona to broaden the HDVS Extender/Scaler Family offering to include multiple transmitter wall plate and floor box options. Atlona’s HDVS family of HDMI® and VGA/Audio products […]
Mount Vernon, NY. Key Digital, Inc. – May 14, 2014 – Key Digital®, an award winning (CES, CEDIA, InfoComm, NAHB) manufacturer of leading-edge technology for HDTV applications, partners with LVZ International to expand Compass Control’s global presence in the industry. Compass Control® represents the first fully integrated major control system built from the ground up […]
REEDSBURG, WI, MAY 14, 2014 — Sound Devices, specialists in audio and video products for production, is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Isaacs to VP of Marketing and Product Design, Dan Desjardins to Manager of Software Development and Quality Assurance and Gabriel Benitez to Sales Manager. “These three new key appointments represent a significant step forward in […]
Clinton, NJ – In November 2013, Kramer Electronics announced their newly minted educational partnership with the Association for Quality in Audio Visual Technology (AQAV); becoming the first educational partner in this program. AQAV upholds their motto, “Saving the AV industry … one system at a time,” by offering courses designed to help personnel at Pro […]
Most retailers would agree that customer engagement is the pinnacle for business success. The shopping experience has changed, and today, many retailers are turning to interactive shopping experiences to enhance customer relationships. Maximizing a customer’s hands-on experience within a retail environment ultimately improves mood and uplifts sales. Videotel Inc. recently introduced a unique and simple […]
TORONTO, Ont. – (May 14, 2014) – Christie®, a world leader in advanced cinema technologies and visual displays, is proud to once again be the official projection partner to the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival® in September. A Festival sponsor for 14 consecutive years, Christie has played an integral role in ushering in the digital […]
Woodland Park, NJ (May 13, 2014) – FSR, leading manufacturer of a wide variety of products for the audio/video, education, hospitality, government, and religious markets, is introducing its new HuddleVU multi-user collaboration system at this year’s InfoComm show. Available in three models, HuddleVU is being demonstrated at the FSR booth (C8721) throughout the show. The […]
ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO, USA — MAY 13, 2014 – BitWise Controls, a leading innovator of powerful and flexible app-based control and automation systems, announced today that it has updated both its Roku® and DirecTV® Modules on the BitWise Dealer Store, where integrators can find a growing number of third-party templates and modules. These modules—single files containing pre-configured GUI content and device programming—make […]
CONCORD, CA, USA – MAY 13, 2014 — D-Tools Inc., the worldwide leader in system integration software, announced today that IC Realtime has renewed their participation in the D-Tools Manufacturer Vantage Point (MVP) program. Now, D-Tools SIX users will continue to enjoy immediate, free access to the entire database of IC Realtime’s commercial grade advanced video surveillance systems and custom software […]
MediorNet 2.0 Riedel has enhanced its MediorNet family of real-time networks for video, audio, data, and communications with MediorNet 2.0, an update for MediorNet. At InfoComm 2014, the company will show how MediorNet 2.0 enables new video router functionality and high-speed rerouting, along with new WAN capabilities that include solutions for JPEG 2000 and H.264 […]
May 13, 2014 – San Diego, CA—Bay Audio, an engineering driven manufacturer of premium loudspeaker solutions for A/V integrators and specialty dealers, has announced the appointment of Aaron Gutin as VP of Sales and Marketing for North America. Gutin will be showcasing Bay Audio’s premium selection of architectural loudspeakers, custom soundbars, home theater solutions and outdoor loudspeakers […]
Port Perry, Ontario (May 2014) – Maestro Sound & Light, located in Bahrain, has invested in a new Adamson Energia loudspeaker system. The new PA made its debut at the concert hosted by the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) in Sakhir during the Formula One Grand Prix. Only the second night race held during the history […]
Woodinville, WA – May 2014… Mackie is now shipping the all-new Thump Series Powered Loudspeakers. The new supercharged Thump Series delivers over 1000W of power – more than twice the power of the immensely popular originals. The full-range Thump12 and Thump15 improve upon the proven chest-pounding low end legacy of Thump loved by DJs and musicians, while the […]
Littleton, MA/ May, 2014 / ZeeVee, Inc., a leading global manufacturer of award-‐winning commercial grade video distribution products, has announced that ZvPro and HDbridge products purchased through qualified distribution and dealer partners will be backed by a new standard five year warranty. The new warranty will encompass all ZvPro and HDBridge devices manufactured from January […]
Alleroed, Denmark, May 2014: As Europe braces itself for the annual spectacle that is Eurovision, DPA is already playing a key part in this musical extravaganza by providing the podium microphones in the official press room. The venue for this year’s Eurovision Song contest is the B&W Halls in Copenhagen and all of the press […]
AUSTIN, TX – May 08, 2014— ihiji, global leader in remote network management solutions, announced today its robust training lineup that will culminate at the CEDIA EXPO 2014 in Denver. With dozens of learning opportunities scheduled, ihiji is leading the way in industry training and is quickly becoming known as the go-to resource for all things […]
Sometimes mainstream trends find their way into the ProAV market and sometimes vertical market trends find their way in each other’s segments. This is the case with recent trends in the rental and staging market — listen to this podcast to find out what Gary’s taking about. Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS
Rockleigh, NJ, May 8, 2014 – Crestron® announced today that their new generation of TSW touch screens are now shipping—delivering even greater performance, convenience, and ease of use for customers. The new TSW-552, TSW-752, and TSW-1052 offer the same sleek design and intuitive controls that have earned TSW touch screens numerous industry awards, while adding […]
CYPRESS, Calif. – (May 8, 2014) – Filmmaker and Visual Effects legend Douglas Trumbull is partnering with Christie® on May 11 to premiere UFOTOG, a dramatic 10-minute experimental sci-fi story about a lone man attempting to photograph UFOs. Directed by Trumbull and created in 4K 3D at 120 frames per second (fps), the short film […]
BEAVERTON, Oregon — May 8, 2014 — Biamp Systems, a leading provider of networked media systems, today announced the company’s innovative lineup for TecnoMultimedia InfoComm Brasil 2014. Being held in Sao Paulo from May 13-15, the event will give regional participants their first look at the company’s newly launched TesiraFORTÉ line of Audio Video Bridging […]
