Sara Abrons

Sara Abrons

Sara Abrons is executive editor of rAVe [PUBS] and managing director of THE rAVe Agency. She is also a graduate of the School of Media and Journalism at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Reach her at sara@ravepubs.com or on Twitter @SaraAbrons. Pronouns: she/her.

Bose Pro Expands the F1 Loudspeaker Family

Bose Professional has expanded its F1 Flexible Array Loudspeaker product line, to include a new passive full range model and a full suite of mounting brackets. Together with a powered model introduced in 2015, both Bose F1 loudspeaker models are ideal for portable and installed applications. The F1 Model 812 Loudspeaker is the first portable […]

Bose Pro Expands the F1 Loudspeaker Family

Global Cache and Controlhaus Form Partnership

Global Cache announced today they have entered into a strategic partnership with Controlhaus for easy use of Global Caché infrared products in an AV GUI installation. The partnership provides a platform for the companies to integrate their products and co-promote the solution. The AV GUI app with full Global Caché IR support is available on […]

Global Cache and Controlhaus Form Partnership

JBL Professional By HARMAN Updates Control Contractor Series at ISE 2016 with New Control 23-1, Control 25-1 and Control 28-1

JBL Professional by HARMAN today introduced the newly updated JBL Control 23-1, Control 25-1 and Control 28-1 commercial loudspeakers. This significant update to the series brings a compelling array of new features, styling and competitive pricing. The latest versions of the category-defining Control Contractor series feature a fresh and contemporary look, a flatter and wider […]

JBL Professional By HARMAN Updates Control Contractor Series at ISE 2016 with New Control 23-1, Control 25-1 and Control 28-1

onemedia Adds New Features to Interactive infopoint

onemedia has announced the addition of new features to their corporate infopoint, making the solution applicable to a wider range of applications. infopoint is an interactive digital signage solution that provides access to dynamic content such as worldwide news, travel departure times and stock market data, providing relevant, up to the minute information displayed in […]

onemedia Adds New Features to Interactive infopoint

Barco Launches 13K Lumen 4K Laser-Phosphor Projector in F90

The new Barco F90 series projectors are solid-state laser-phosphor light source projectors spec’d at 40,000 hours of operation time without need for lamp changes. The line includes both 2K and 4K projectors. The F90-4K13 is native 4K UHD (3,840 x 2,400) resolution projector and the WUXGA resolution (2,560 x 1,600) F90-W13 both meet the Rec. […]

Barco Launches 13K Lumen 4K Laser-Phosphor Projector in F90

KLIK Launches on Android on Amsterdam

New app lets Android users share their device screen with just one click, using the KLIK Boks Wireless Presentation Connector. As the city known for its narrow houses and canals prepares for the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2016 show and exhibition, KLIK rolls out the latest enhancement to its KLIK Boks Wireless Presentation Connector. The […]

KLIK Launches on Android on Amsterdam

New Bose ControlSpace Remote 2.0 Launches

Bose Professional has announced significant enhancements to its ControlSpace Remote software with new version 2.0. Available as a free download, ControlSpace Remote allows integrators to distribute remote control of Bose Pro networked systems in any venue, for any user, across multiple devices. ControlSpace Remote (CSR) has been updated across all three of its main components: […]

New Bose ControlSpace Remote 2.0 Launches

Gary Speaks to Nureva’s Nancy Knowlton About Its EMEA Debut

Nureva is here at ISE to sign up distributors. Nureva SPAN is making its debut in the EMEA market here at ISE 2016 and Gary caught up with founder, Nancy Knowlton, who explains the concept behind SPAN and what they’re EMEA plans are.

Gary Speaks to Nureva’s Nancy Knowlton About Its EMEA Debut

Epson America and Epson Europe Join forces for a Global Projector Launch

For the first time in the company’s history, Epson launched a product in the U.S. and in the EMEA simultaneously. The EB-L25000 is a 3LCD laser-phosphor projector that garners a spec of 25,000 lumens. And, this marks Epson’s entry in to the staging market thus, they felt it was important to coordinate the launch worldwide. […]

Epson America and Epson Europe Join forces for a Global Projector Launch

The Jennifer Davis Interview

I stopped by the PLANAR booth here at ISE 2016 and spoke to Jennifer Davis, their CMO. She spoke about their merger with Leyard, the launch of their new transparent OLED and their focus on touch-enabled products – from 2K to 4K.

The Jennifer Davis Interview

Sony’s New Laser Projectors Include 4K and 6K Lumen Products

Sony is broadening its line of laser light source (Z-Phosphor) projector line in the mid-brightness range with three new models between 4,100 and 6,000 lumens. The new models are the VPL-FWZ65 (6,000-lumen WXGA); VPL-FWZ60 (5,000-lumen WXGA); and the VPL-FHZ57 (4,100-lumen WUXGA). Designed for commercial applications including education, corporate, large venue and entertainment, the new models […]

Sony’s New Laser Projectors Include 4K and 6K Lumen Products

Barco Expands Super-Narrow Bezel Tiled LCD Line

Barco has announced a new product in its super-narrow bezel LCD video wall portfolio. The OverView IVD range joins the existing OverView OVD and KVD ranges, Barco’s worry-free LCD video wall displays tailored for use in control rooms. With its high brightness (700 cd/m²), low TCO, and special display surface optimized for displaying bright backgrounds […]

Barco Expands Super-Narrow Bezel Tiled LCD Line

Gary Interviews CEDIA CEO Vin Bruno on Day One at ISE 2016

Gary caught up with newly-minted CEDIA CEO Vin Bruno, just after the ISE 2016 ribbon-cutting where he talked about the aggressive plan CEDIA has to expand over the next couple of years. And, that expansion includes more outreach on way more education. In addition, Vin hints about a CEDIA-like pavilion at future building shows!

Gary Interviews CEDIA CEO Vin Bruno on Day One at ISE 2016

Mackie Demos Axis Modular Digital Mixing System at ISE

Mackie has launched something called the AXIS Digital Mixing System. With full Dante integration, the modular AXIS system combines the power of the 32-channel DL32R digital mixer with the DC16 control surface. The combined system will be on display at the ISE Show, where Mackie is joining with Polar Audio UK at Stand 1-Q95. With […]

Mackie Demos Axis Modular Digital Mixing System at ISE

Exterity Showcases Integrated Digital Signage and IP Video at ISE 2016

Exterity today announced that at ISE 2016 it will demonstrate ArtioSign, its solution enabling organizations to combine digital signage with IP video. ArtioSign enables businesses to stream TV and video  alongside live news updates and tailored messages to strengthen their communications. Designed for organizations that want to install multiple displays to enhance the employee, visitor […]

Exterity Showcases Integrated Digital Signage and IP Video at ISE 2016

Kramer to Distribute EventBoard

Kramer has entered into a worldwide distribution agreement with EventBoard. The EventBoard solution from Kramer will be on display in booth number F20 in Hall 1 at the ISE show, being held at the RAI in Amsterdam from February 9th through February 12th. EventBoard is promoted as a subscription-based software as a service (SaaS), enterprise-grade […]

Kramer to Distribute EventBoard

Epson Debuts EB-L25000 25K Lumen 3LCD Projector, Targets Install Market With Plethora of Projectors

Epson is unveiling two new ProAV projector ranges as well as its first 25,000 lumen 3LCD laser projector at ISE 2016 (9-12 February 2016) in Hall 1 Stand H90. The new models include the company’s first laser-based installation models. Dubbed the EB-L25000U, the 25,000 lumen laser-light source projector that marks a clear focus on the […]

Epson Debuts EB-L25000 25K Lumen 3LCD Projector, Targets Install Market With Plethora of Projectors

Christie Intros Pandoras Box Version 5.9 Media Server from Coolux for Faster, More Efficient Operation

Christie has launched a new Pandoras Box media server system (Version 5.9) that features a standalone Kiosk Mode, a completely redesigned Patch-Tab, the addition of a Cues Tab for an overview of all cues, and an optimized Pandoras Box Codec. It debuted at this week’s ISE 2016 show in Amsterdam. The Pandoras Box system is […]

Christie Intros Pandoras Box Version 5.9 Media Server from Coolux for Faster, More Efficient Operation

Barco’s Event Master Controller Enables Faster Show Programming

Barco has released the EC-200, a full-sized hardware controller that’s part of its Event Master series of screen management systems. Thanks to its new syntax-based programming, the EC-200 offers easier and faster show programming. The EC-200 event controller will be shipping from mid-February. The EC-200 leverages the ease of use of its smaller brother, the […]

Barco’s Event Master Controller Enables Faster Show Programming

Renkus-Heinz Create 3D Modeling Files for Revit

Renkus-Heinz has teamed with Autodesk to create new avenues for consultants and systems integrators to specify Renkus-Heinz products using Autodesk Revit software. Designers using Revit software will now quickly and easily access files for Renkus-Heinz Iconyx Gen5 and VARIAi loudspeakers using Autodesk Seek, a web service that enables designers to quickly discover, preview and download […]

Renkus-Heinz Create 3D Modeling Files for Revit

Atlona Expands 4K Switcher Line Featuring HDMI/HDBaseT Inputs

Atlona today expanded its commercial-market SW-5 Series of five-input 4K switchers with the AT-UHD-SW-5000ED. The new switcher includes two HDBaseT inputs and mirrored HDMI/HDBaseT outputs. The SW-5000ED supports 4K/UHD@60 Hz, 4:2:0 video (10.2 Gbps) and transmits AV signals along with Ethernet, Power over Ethernet, and control over a single cable to displays up to 328 […]

Atlona Expands 4K Switcher Line Featuring HDMI/HDBaseT Inputs

Atlona Intros 4K Switcher with Ethernet Support for HDBaseT Transmitters and Receivers

Atlona has introduced the AT-UHD-CLSO-612ED, a six-input switcher features built-in 4K scaling (converts any resolution up to 4K @ 30 Hz to any common resolution), mirrored HDBaseT and HDMI outputs, and AV signal extension with Ethernet support. It’s aimed at the educational and small conference room markets. The UHD-CLSO-612ED is equipped with two HDBaseT inputs, […]

Atlona Intros 4K Switcher with Ethernet Support for HDBaseT Transmitters and Receivers

HARMAN Pro Offers Free Series of Speed Learning Sessions at ISE 2016

HARMAN Professional Solutions is making available a series of ISE Speed Learning sessions at Integrated Systems Europe, February 9-11, 2016. With the goal of helping all attendees make the most of their ISE experience, HARMAN has assembled an impressive roster of award-winning industry experts, including consultants, integrators and HARMAN employees. These experts will impart their […]

HARMAN Pro Offers Free Series of Speed Learning Sessions at ISE 2016

VuWall Adds IP Encoding and Decoding

VuWall Technology will announce VuWall TRx at ISE – a software platform that is designed to allow AV integrators and operators to easily deploy, configure and maintain IP encoding and decoding devices. The combined availability of affordable high performance IP decoding/encoding hardware and high bandwidth IP networks is currently bringing a major shift in the […]

VuWall Adds IP Encoding and Decoding

Atlona Unveils 4K Collaboration System For Cloud-Based Conferencing Services

Atlona has introduced its first HDBaseT-equipped collaboration system providing 4K AV switching, USB and HDMI extension, and system control for PC-based conferencing using Skype, WebEx and GoToMeeting cloud services. The two-piece system, the AT-UHD-HDVS-300-KIT, uses a single category (CATx) cable connection between a conferencing hub and a 4K display with USB camera. The HDVS-300-KIT consists […]

Atlona Unveils 4K Collaboration System For Cloud-Based Conferencing Services

SiliconCore Demos 0.95MM LED Display Technology at ISE 2016

Common Cathode LED manufacturer SiliconCore will showcase its smallest LED pixel pitch display yet — a 0.95mm prototype. At ISE 2016, this technology demonstration will be held at booth 10-K110, from 9th — 12th February at the RAI in Amsterdam. SiliconCore’s 0.95mm LED prototype is a fine pixel pitch display for extremely close proximity viewing. […]

SiliconCore Demos 0.95MM LED Display Technology at ISE 2016

Grundorf Announces Truck Pack Utility Cases in Four Sizes

Grundorf Corporation announces the debut of the new Truck Pack Utility Cases. Available in four sizes and three exterior styles, these rugged cases are ideal for packing all the various cables, junction boxes, and other items commonly used in sound, lighting, and staging applications. Regardless of their size, these cases are designed with dimensions to […]

Grundorf Announces Truck Pack Utility Cases in Four Sizes

VuWall2 to Add Multi-Touch at ISE

VuWall Technology has partnered with Virtual Sensitive to control multiple video walls from a single touch table at ISE 2016 in Amsterdam. VuWall has integrated the functionalities of its VuWall2 video wall management software into the Coconote touch table of Virtual Sensitive. VuWall2 is a software solution for the operation of large screen systems and […]

VuWall2 to Add Multi-Touch at ISE

Signagelive System on Chip (SoC) Does HTML5

Signagelive is harnessing the power of mobile and Internet technologies by integrating its SoC (System on Chip) and HTML5 software with a range of third-party web triggering solutions to enrich its digital signage offering for end customers. The full potential of these latest enhancements will be showcased through a series of real world user scenarios, […]

Signagelive System on Chip (SoC) Does HTML5

AV GUI Offers OEM Control App for AV Integrators

Controlhaus has announced an OEM plan for AV GUI, an easy to use control and automation app. With an AV GUI OEM Subscription, companies can have their own control app in the App Store. AV GUI is rebranded with the company’s logo and the desired name of the app. The company has complete control over […]

AV GUI Offers OEM Control App for AV Integrators

Bogen Introduces New Class-D Public Address Amplifiers

Bogen Communications is introducing a new series of Class-D amplifiers with 150-watt and 250-watt output and each with exactly the same features. The GS150D and GS250D models include a newly developed Class-D amplifier which enables less heat dissipation than previous Bogen Gold Seal Series models, saving cooling costs. They are up to 50 percent more […]

Bogen Introduces New Class-D Public Address Amplifiers

STRUT Debuts new LaunchPort Cases for the iPad

Since its introduction, the STRUT LaunchPort, which the company says is the world’s first two-piece wireless charging pedestal with inductive charging technology, has become the luxury standard for discriminating consumers desiring a convenient, wireless means to charge and use their iPads. As customers continue to request additional colors for the LaunchPort Case, STRUT has announced […]

STRUT Debuts new LaunchPort Cases for the iPad