Peerless-AV just launched its next generation of its PeerAir Wireless HD Multimedia System (HDS-WHDI100). Upgraded with a new metal case design, integrated with 802.11n technology (5.745GHz) and external directional antennas that are spec’d to penetrate multiple walls, floors, and ceilings to offer complete wireless coverage, the PeerAir HDS-WHDI100 is also an IR extender for the receiver, ensuring a clean aesthetic where the receiver […]

Registration for CEDIA’s 2018 CEDIA Business Xchange is now open. This year’s event, hosted at The Camby in Phoenix, Ariz. from May 16-18, offers attendees an opportunity to discuss their biggest challenges with other industry leaders, develop new strategies for success and hear directly from experts around this year’s focus: Design Thinking, a process to solve problems faster and […]

LumaStream a manufacturer of low-voltage LED lighting systems for residential and commercial applications has joined the Azione Unlimited buying group serving audio/video integration professionals. LumaStream is an established provider of lighting solutions that have been deployed by top brands such as a US-based luxury electric car manufacturer, multiple nationwide restaurant chains and many houses of worship along with countless residential installations. Unlike other […]

FX Luminaire has added five new midgrade brass fixtures into its product line. The C-UL up light, C-WW wall wash, compact C-PL-4 and larger C-PL-7 path lights, and C-DL down light are all pathway lighting options for clients with modest lighting budgets. The more contemporary fixtures are designed for homes in coastal environments because brass resists corrosion caused by salty air and dissolved […]

SpeakerCraft this week announced the launch of its new Landscape Audio Series. The new outdoor line includes satellite speakers, in-ground subwoofers, and accessories that seamlessly bring the SpeakerCraft signature sound and indoor quality to outdoor living spaces. The SC-OG-6 6” (152mm) and the SC-OG-4 4” (100mm) two-way All-Weather Outdoor Satellite Speakers both feature a durable […]

We took to Instagram – and their STORIES feature in fact – to ‘storify’ what it’s like to attend the world’s largest AV trade show, the Integrated Systems Europe expo in Amsterdam. But, most of our readers don’t have Instagram accounts [if you don’t, follow-us NOW, here: @rAVePubs or at instagram.com/rAVePubs], yet, so we’ve created another way for you […]

It’s 2018, cars drive themselves and run on electricity. We carry around at least one smartphone at all times and they are more advanced than the computers we used to send humans into space. Personal assistants are now virtual, built into watches, phones, tablets, computers, electronic accessories and they’ve got built-in artificial intelligence. Facilities, buildings […]

Indy Audio Labs announced newly expanded Acurus ACT 4 audio processing capabilities. As of Q2 2018, the Acurus ACT 4 will natively decode Dolby Atmos 9.1.6 plus support up to four additional configurable channel outputs, for maximum layouts of 9.5.6 or 9.7.4, all with the attention to audio detail Acurus products are known for worldwide. Available in April 2018 as a […]

Acoustic Geometry announces the launch of Home Room Packs, a grouping of acoustical products designed for residential audio spaces. Offering five different options at various price points, these new product packages are designed for multiple rooms in the home. The Home Room Packs were designed to address a range of common residential acoustical challenges. Home Room Packs 1 […]

CEDIA today unveiled outputs from its new strategic plan that will prioritize the work of the association over the next three years. Developed jointly by the CEDIA staff and board, with input from members and guidance from esteemed strategy expert Dr. Rebecca Homkes, the plan aims for significant advances and leadership in three key areas: education; increasing professionalism though […]

Legrand is launching its Nuvo P30 touch screen system controller, a fully functioning seven-inch Android tablet housed in a custom enclosure that runs the existing Player Portfolio app. The model, available in white and black (NV-P30-WH and NV-P30-BK), gives users the choice between handheld control via the apps for Android and iOS or in-wall use to suit all music listening experiences. In addition to being the access point […]

Legrand is demo’ing it’s new Nuvo P20 Valena Life Keypad (NV-P20-VL) for its Player Portfolio whole home audio system at ISE 2018. Pairing operational simplicity with contemporary style, the P20 is designed to complement the company’s Valena Life wall plates, which are popular throughout the EMEA markets. With a capacitive backlit display, the keypad offers convenient in-wall control of volume, play, pause and next/previous track functions of […]

RTI today announced that it has acquired the Miravue video-over-IP distribution solution from the company of the same name. Continuing its efforts to provide dealers with a comprehensive, end-to-end solution, RTI will offer the RTI Miravue VIP-1 video-over-IP system for powerful, scalable AV distribution over Ethernet, coax cable, and wireless networking. The Miravue VIP-1 acts as a transmitter, receiver, network switch and […]

Hogar Controls is launching their new Pro Solutions lineup of control and automation products for the residential and commercial markets at ISE 2018. At the core of Hogar Pro Solutions suite is the Home Controller (HC) Pro, a compact hub that uses Z-Wave Plus, Zigbee and Wi-Fi to connect and control smart home devices. This plug-in controller is small enough […]

Origin Acoustics just told us its new line of freestanding subwoofers is now available. The Deep subwoofer collection features four models that blend the performance qualities necessary for both music and cinema sound. The single driver models will feature 8, 10 and 12-inch aluminum drivers with accompanying passive radiators. They will be driven by 300, 600 and 1,000 watts of […]

Control4 Corporation announces the immediate availability of the Control4 CA-1 Automation Controller. The CA-1 is specifically for lighting, temperature control and security in a home. At $350 list, the new controller is designed to appeal to homebuilders, MDU developers and hoteliers, giving them a way to differentiate with the inclusion of the most sought-after smart home experiences.Designed specifically for […]

BenQ America today introduced four new models in its popular E-Series of entertainment monitors — including three (HDR) video. Featuring BenQ’s patented Brightness Intelligence Plus technology, the new EX3501R, EW3270U, EL2870U and Brightness Intelligence EW3270ZL each provide a single display for work and play. The BenQ EX3501R (curved 35″ Ultra-Wide QHD), EW3270U (32″ 4K UHD) and EL2870U (28″ 4K UHD) monitors all support AMD FreeSync — […]

Origin Acoustics just launched the four-zone system Valet amplifier designed to integrate with an Amazon Echo Dot. Featuring eight 50-watt channels, the Valet amp can be connected to a broad range of speakers and provide the power necessary to drive them to substantial volume levels. The Valet is now available and shipping. Each of the four stereo zones […]

Origin Acoustics just announced its new line of marine loudspeakers. The Explorer collection features seven models that are specifically designed for the harsh environments presented by installations on ocean going vessels. Utilizing proprietary coatings, the Explorer collection will withstand direct exposure to saltwater as well as extreme temperature and humidity conditions. They will produce incredible musical fidelity while […]

ELAN today introduced the 8.2 software update to the ELAN UI at ISE 2018 in Amsterdam in the Nortek Security & Control Stand 1-N50. The new ELAN Discovery feature simplifies set-up with the auto-discovery and auto-configuration of compatible devices on the network. Discovery scans the system’s IP networks – including wireless – to find all devices by IP and MAC addresses. Devices with the ELAN […]

Crestron announced its new line of Horizon keypads this month at ISE 2018. Available in highly configurable single-gang models that combine up to four across, the new line offers better aesthetics, four different button styles, programmable multi-color backlighting, interchangeable custom top and bottom trim pieces and Cresnet wired communications. Crestron’s Horizon line of keypads are being launched in Hall-2, Stand 2-C20 […]

Crestron announced today that the upcoming release of Crestron Pyng platform will support integration of video control and all the benefits of Crestron DigitalMedia. The update represents a quantum leap forward, making it simple to configure and control the full Crestron smart home experience — control of lights, shades, audio, door locks, security systems, thermostats and now video. […]

Basalte introduces an iPad docking station in the same minimalist design as its fixed Eve mounts for iPad & iPod touch. Eve Plus lets users mount the iPad in any orientation while keeping it permanently charged. The Eve Plus allows users to keep their iPads always charged and ready to take for all applications at home and […]

Lode Audio is using ISE in Amsterdam to debut the flagship LA4-D music server. Features include: Per zone outputs: one coaxial SPDIF, optical SPDIF, analog stereo RCA pair; Analog outputs use 32-bit Burr Brown DACs; All outputs are simultaneously active for every zone, offering highly flexible installation options; Volume pass-through feature enable the control of third-party […]

TDGAudio’s SKYBAR is a three-piece, seven-channel surround system made up of one SKYBAR LCR and two SKYBAR Satellites. SKYBAR is in a small 6” x 25¼” x 3¾” enclosure. Specs include: For in-ceiling or in-wall installation Angled front baffle 6” x 3” full range driver array 1” soft dome pivoting tweeter Fully magnetic paintable metal grill […]

Valens, the developer of HDBaseT and founder of the HDBaseT Alliance (which does absolutely nothing to help or support the HDBaseT standards), announced the availability of the VS200 and VS210 chipsets, for simpler HDBaseT installations where not all 5Play features are necessary. The addition of the VS200 and VS210 to the Valens Colligo family allows HDBaseT […]

Metra Home Theater Group has launched new accessories to complement its popular Spyclops IP and HD over coax cameras, in addition to new Helios power accessories showcasing at ISE from February 6 – 9, 2018 in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The new accessories include junction boxes and six-outlet wall-tap surge protectors with USB. Metra Home Theater Group’s new large junction boxes […]

Update: I spoke to Robin van Meeuwen, president and CEO of Crestron EMEA, at ISE 2018, where he confirmed this story to be true. I think it’s possible that Crestron is, behind the scenes, forming an “alliance” of sorts of AV-over-IP companies that focus exclusively (for now) on the 1Gig method of sending AV signals over an IT […]

2018 could bring a breakthrough in smart home device interoperability. Silicon Labs – a Texas based manufacturer of ZigBee Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chips – is set to buy the Z-Wave operations of Sigma Designs for $240 million. The deal could boost the $6 billion Smart Home industry*, which is already expected to grow strongly in the coming years. Silicon Labs originally […]

If you’re not headed to Amsterdam next week for ISE, you should be. So, PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE make reservations to go next year. ISE has quietly and quickly become the most important AV trade show on this planet. I don’t know which show AV people on Mars go to, but on Earth, nearly all of them are […]

multiCAM Systems will demonstrate its new IP Box solution at ISE 2018. Available in March, IP Box can receive up eight IP or NDI video streams directly from the local area network. Its IP functionality reduces the size and cost of the central server, as a PoE switch or injector can support all power, video streams and PTZ camera control over the network. IP Box as a network interface that requires no additional hardware or software and works with the company’s new mCam PTZ […]

CEDIA has announced that the 2018 CEDIA Awards program is now open and accepting entries for both the home technology professional awards and the manufacturer awards. “CEDIA’s Awards program recognizes technical excellence and product innovation, and celebrates the many ways technology enhances the home,” said Jenny Scott, CEDIA director of member engagement. “We are excited to be able to […]