New ENCO enCaption Sierra Is Faster and More Accurate, Plus Adds SDI

ENCO debuted the enCaption Sierra, the next generation of ENCO’s enCaption solution for automated conversion and delivery of captions in broadcast and AV environments. enCaption Sierra brings ENCO’s automated captioning technology together with an SDI captioning encoder to create an all-in-one solution for on-prem environments and containerized deployment options for cloud. enCaption Sierra can be […]

New ENCO enCaption Sierra Is Faster and More Accurate, Plus Adds SDI

Attend Gary Kayye’s InfoComm Session: ‘The Future of Workspaces Is All About Experiences’

InfoComm 2024 Attendees: You asked for it, so he’s doing it. rAVe founder, Gary Kayye, will be delivering the “The Future of Workspaces is All About Experiences” educational session DURING InfoComm in Las Vegas on TUESDAY, June 11th @ 1p.m. — THIS WILL SELL OUT — so, sign up NOW! Register here. Here’s more information […]

Attend Gary Kayye’s InfoComm Session: ‘The Future of Workspaces Is All About Experiences’

Sony Launches New PTZ Camera Line Aimed at Broadcast, Live Events and ProAV Applications

Sony debuted a new high-end 4K 60p pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) camera model with an integrated lens, the BRC-AM7. Incorporating PTZ Auto Framing technology, which uses AI technology for advanced recognition, the camera facilitates accurate and natural automatic tracking of moving subjects. These innovations “enable simplified high-quality video production for broadcast, live event, and sports productions.” The […]

Sony Launches New PTZ Camera Line Aimed at Broadcast, Live Events and ProAV Applications

Extron Intros DMP 44 xi Digital Matrix Processor — a 4×4 Compact Audio Mixer

Extron introduced the DMP 44 xi Digital Matrix Processor, a compact 4×4 audio mixer featuring digital signal processing with audio signal routing and control. The DMP 44 xi features four line level inputs and outputs, all offering balanced or unbalanced operation. It offers “essential audio DSP tools for mixing, routing and room optimization, such as […]

Extron Intros DMP 44 xi Digital Matrix Processor — a 4×4 Compact Audio Mixer

AVI-SPL Publishes Its First ESG Performance Report

AVI-SPL published its first ESG Performance Report. As an in-depth overview of AVI-SPL’s environmental, social and governance strategy, the report lays out the company’s sustainable transformation through its materiality analysis, baseline performance, ambitions and impact goals. The report also highlights vital achievements and stories from 2023 that set the stage for ongoing ESG success. “We […]

AVI-SPL Publishes Its First ESG Performance Report

The Potential of Apple Vision Pro

When I first heard of the Apple Vision Pro, I did not pay much attention. I have tried out a few different AR/VR headsets, and while they are very cool, I have never had a desire to purchase one for my own use. However, as I have done more reading and research, I am beginning […]

The Potential of Apple Vision Pro

Neutrik Debuts NA-4I4O-AES72 4-channel AES72-Compliant Stagebox

Neutrik announced the NA-4I4O-AES72 4-channel AES72 compliant stagebox for transmitting microphone levels, analog line levels, AES3, DMX or even intercom over one single category cable. With four plug and four socket XLRs in the same housing, NA-4I4O-AES72 provides any combination of input and output signals such as two in/two out or four in/zero out. Since […]

Neutrik Debuts NA-4I4O-AES72 4-channel AES72-Compliant Stagebox

Russound D-Series of Amplifiers Include 8, 12 and 16 Channels

Russound just dropped the D-Series Multichannel Digital Amplifiers; the eight-channel D890, the 12-channel D1290, and the 16-channel D1675. Designed to expand an audio system into more rooms or zones, or to add increased audio output for larger rooms or outdoor areas where a higher output volume is required, Russound says the amps are distinguished by […]

Russound D-Series of Amplifiers Include 8, 12 and 16 Channels

Mersive Finally Debuts a Stand-Alone Wireless Sharing Box — the Solstice Element Pod

Mersive Technologies announced the Solstice Element Pod. (Basically, think entry-level ClickShare for the Mersive ecosystem.) Element users enjoy the same sharing as Mersive Solstice, where they can share desktops, application windows, videos or images with an intuitive drag-and-drop UI and customizable layout control. Key capabilities of Mersive Solstice Element include wireless “Bring Your Own Device” […]

Mersive Finally Debuts a Stand-Alone Wireless Sharing Box — the Solstice Element Pod

The New Illuminarium Show LITE-BRITE: Worlds of Wonder is LED + Projection Mapping Mecca

The Illuminarium at The Distillery District announced the premiere of a new immersive experience: LITE-BRITE: Worlds of Wonder. Created by Secret Location, a Toronto-based Emmy award-winning content studio, in partnership with Hasbro, Inc. This 60-minute experience is designed to inspire creativity and fun for both kids and adults. It is the most engaging and gamified […]

The New Illuminarium Show LITE-BRITE: Worlds of Wonder is LED + Projection Mapping Mecca

Magewell Adds 12 New Features and Dual-Channel Replay to Its Director Mini

Magewell says it added features to its Director Mini all-in-one production and streaming system. The company says this is the third firmware upgrade for the solution in the last five months that adds over two dozen new features and enhancements including instant replay, support for live HTML graphics platforms, network bonding and more. Magewell says […]

Magewell Adds 12 New Features and Dual-Channel Replay to Its Director Mini

Matrox Video Adds Network Interface Cards for ProAV and Broadcast SMPTE ST 2110 Applications

Matrox Video introduced low-density versions of the Matrox DSX LE5 D25 LP and DSX LE6 D100 network interface controller (NIC) cards, new additions to its lineup of SMPTE ST 2110 cards supporting the broadcast and ProAV industries’ shift to IP workflows. Offering multi-channel video inputs and outputs (I/O) over 10/25/100GbE networks, along with the media […]

Matrox Video Adds Network Interface Cards for ProAV and Broadcast SMPTE ST 2110 Applications

TEAC Corporation Details New TASCAM IF-ST2110 Expansion Card

TEAC Corporation announced the development of the TASCAM IF-ST2110 Expansion Card that will provide support for the SMPTE ST 2110 AV networking standard. Access to 64 input and output audio channels is provided, with full network redundancy according to SMPTE ST 2022-7 and support for NMOS, AES67 and SAP. While Broadcasters are increasingly implementing SMPTE […]

TEAC Corporation Details New TASCAM IF-ST2110 Expansion Card

NEW AVPro Edge AC-MV-41 Is A Four Input HDMI Multi-Viewer for HomeAV and ProAV

AVPro Edge just launched the AC-MV-41 four-input HDMI Multi-Viewer, providing integrators with a tiling solution for delivering as many as four separate HDMI 2.0 video sources simultaneously on any size monitor, television or projector. The company says the AC-MV-41 offers customized tile configurations with recallable presets, such as a primary picture with a “keep tabs” […]

NEW AVPro Edge AC-MV-41 Is A Four Input HDMI Multi-Viewer for HomeAV and ProAV

Radial Ships the Catapult Rack TX and RX

Radial Engineering announced it’s shipping the Catapult Rack TX and Catapult Rack RX. The Catapult Rack TX and RX expand Radial’s line of audio over Cat 5 cable units, providing a simpler way to handle analog audio distribution across significant distances. The company says the Catapult Rack TX and RX transform three standard Cat 5 […]

Radial Ships the Catapult Rack TX and RX

Sony Glasses-Free 3D Spatial Reality Displays Gets Giant Update and More Plug-ins

The glasses-free 3D Sony Electronics ELF-SR2 and ELF-SR1 Spatial Reality Displays are adding enhancements to support various industries. The latest release of the Spatial Reality Display Plugin for Preview, designed to improve the compatibility with digital content creation (DCC) tools for showcasing 3D data on spatially immersive displays, enables stereoscopic display of 3D data. It […]

Sony Glasses-Free 3D Spatial Reality Displays Gets Giant Update and More Plug-ins

Legrand AV Brands Chief and SANUS Join Azione Unlimited

Legrand AV announced that its brands Chief and SANUS have joined Azione Unlimited, the Smart Home Association, as vendor members serving the CI channel. “We are excited to join forces with Azione Unlimited,” said Steve Baker, director of CI Sales at Legrand AV. “This partnership aligns perfectly with our mission to empower integrators with innovative mounting […]

Legrand AV Brands Chief and SANUS Join Azione Unlimited

Join Us for the rAVe [PUBS] Hospitality Symposium

rAVe [PUBS] is set to host a Hospitality Symposium, powered by LAVNCH, on Wednesday, May 15 — and you don’t want to miss out! “We carefully designed and curated this event specifically for AV pros working in the hospitality sector and for those who want to learn more about this lucrative market segment,” said Megan […]

Join Us for the rAVe [PUBS] Hospitality Symposium

Cardinal Glass Turns to Korbyt to Engage Engagement Tennessee Teams Using Digital Signage

Korbyt collaborated with Cardinal Glass to enhance communication and engagement at the company’s Church Hill, TN facility. Cardinal Glass, a global leader in the glass development industry, faced significant challenges in effectively communicating with employees. With a 50-acre space operating around the clock seven days a week, the company enlisted Korbyt’s help to develop an […]

Cardinal Glass Turns to Korbyt to Engage Engagement Tennessee Teams Using Digital Signage

Draper Debuts StyleLine Fixed Screen

The latest fixed frame projection screen from Draper is a single flexible screen model dubbed the StyleLine Fixed Screen it’s available up to 12 feet wide with two bezel trim options – 5/8″ or 3-3/16″ – and in an edgeless version. The aluminum frame features a back channel for attaching LED backlighting, and both bezels […]

Draper Debuts StyleLine Fixed Screen

AVer PTZ Cameras Now Track With Xilica

AVer Information has joined forces with collaboration solution provider Xilica to support the growing demand for voice-based tracking suitable for medium and large collaboration spaces, such as multi-purpose rooms, auditoriums and classrooms. AVer voice-based camera tracking solutions are ideal for dynamic presentations and lectures. They guarantee that participants, whether present in the room or joining […]

AVer PTZ Cameras Now Track With Xilica

PROTON CAM Is Literally Smallest Broadcast Camera Ever Made

PROTON Camera Innovations just launched something called PROTON CAM and, in this case, it is, in fact, the world’s smallest broadcast-quality camera. PROTON CAM is tiny in size, measuring just 28mmx28mm and weighing only 24 grams, but also incorporates market-leading specifications compared to other comparable cameras on the market. From an image quality standpoint, it […]

PROTON CAM Is Literally Smallest Broadcast Camera Ever Made

The ELEMENTS CUBE Is Now 210TB and Faster

ELEMENTS has a new version of CUBE, its ultra-portable media storage appliance for events and production. CUBE is part of a complete, media-focused environment supporting every step from on-set capture to post and finishing; on premises and in the cloud. In a compact box at 375mm x 205mm x 330mm (15” x 8” x 13”) […]

The ELEMENTS CUBE Is Now 210TB and Faster

MSolutions Debuts Wallplate That Sends HDMI and USB-C Up To 130 Feet

MSolutions introduced the 4K KVM extender set for sending HDMI and USB signals, and it includes a wallplate transmitter. The MS-210WP transmitter pairs with a corresponding receiver (the MSR-210U2R) to extend 4K@30 4:4:4 video up to 40 meters (131 feet), HD facilities can extend 1080p video and lower resolutions up to 70m (230 feet), with […]

MSolutions Debuts Wallplate That Sends HDMI and USB-C Up To 130 Feet

Here’s How K-array Transformed Audio in the Mercure Hotel Miri in Malaysia

Part of the prestigious Mercure hotel chain, Mercure Hotel Miri is the first of the brand’s openings in Malaysia’s Sarawak region, nestled on the northwest coast of Borneo. Boasting a full co-working space, rooftop restaurant and 172 contemporary and stylish rooms, Hotel Miri recently sought a new sound system to provide background audio across various […]

Here’s How K-array Transformed Audio in the Mercure Hotel Miri in Malaysia

PROLIGHTS Sets New Optical Resolution Quality for Eco Display Series of Gobo Projections

PROLIGHTS announces the launch of the High Definition Optics for the Ecl Display series. The HD optics range comprises fixed-angle lenses, available in three versions tailored to specific projection needs: 18° for narrow projections, 36° for medium projections and 50° for wide projections. Complementing these fixed-angle lenses is the inclusion of a zoom 20°-40° option […]

PROLIGHTS Sets New Optical Resolution Quality for Eco Display Series of Gobo Projections

SPIRE Academy Adds Esports Training Program

SPIRE Academy announced the launch of its General Esports program. This is aimed at providing new Esports athletes with opportunities for training, skill development and career pathways. With this program, SPIRE continues to lead the industry by offering advanced initiatives that empower esports athletes to excel. SPIRE says its commitment to Esports extends beyond training […]

SPIRE Academy Adds Esports Training Program

New Peerless-AV Line of Neptune TVs Are For Full Sun Applications

Peerless-AV announced the launch of the Neptune Full Sun Outdoor Smart TVs. This new line of Outdoor TVs is the latest release from Neptune following the Partial Sun Series in 2022. The new Full Sun Series includes 55″ and 65″ outdoor TV options, equipped with a free commercial-grade Outdoor Tilting Wall Mount ($199 USD value) […]

New Peerless-AV Line of Neptune TVs Are For Full Sun Applications

Mobile Video Devices (MVD) to Import Telycam PTZ Cameras for Broadcast, UCC Applications

Mobile Video Devices (MVD) has a new distribution partnership with PTZ camera innovator Telycam. MVD will distribute and support Telycam’s PTZ cameras and webcams — including the Explore Series for live broadcast production — to systems integrators and resellers in the United States and Canada. Telycam’s PTZ cameras and webcams are specifically designed to enhance […]

Mobile Video Devices (MVD) to Import Telycam PTZ Cameras for Broadcast, UCC Applications

Roasters Market Signage Expansion Includes Crimson AV, Signagelive and LG

Oklahoma-based Roasters Market serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner along with craft coffee beverages and smoothies. Adding digital signage meant working with Coffman Media to create menu boards to drive brand awareness. Roasters Coffee is a unique player in the coffee industry and has set itself apart by venturing into building native coffee brands rather than […]

Roasters Market Signage Expansion Includes Crimson AV, Signagelive and LG

Extron Just Dropped a Cool and Simple Product You’ll Want to Put In Every UCC Space

Extron just debuted something called the WC Pro 150 OCS and WC Pro 160 and dubbed them Workspace Automation Controllers. These are designed to add secure display control and automation to workspaces of all sizes. Depending on the model you choose, you can have automatic display control via an occupancy sensor — either built right […]

Extron Just Dropped a Cool and Simple Product You’ll Want to Put In Every UCC Space

Here’s Your Chance to See Everything DTEN at Enterprise Connect 2024

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST This is my third year covering Enterprise Connect. I love this show because it’s different than any other trade show I cover — it’s heavily attended by end users and IT professionals. At a show that, at its most basic level, is about communicating in various forms, unified communication technology […]

Here’s Your Chance to See Everything DTEN at Enterprise Connect 2024