dARTS Theater (Digital Audio Reference Theater System), a sub-brand of MSE Audio, just announced the Flyte System, a complete 5.1 package, designed to bring a theater experience to any room. The dARTS Flyte System, features one DP4000-IA amplifier, five in-wall or on-wall Flyte speakers and one DCB 12” subwoofer. The dARTS DP4000-IA Amplifier manages an […]

QSC has begun shipping its business music solutions — the MP-M Series paging and music mixers, including wall mount controllers and smart device apps, the MP-A Series multi-channel amplifiers and AcousticDesign Series SUB/SAT loudspeakers. The QSC Premium Business Music solutions are now available in North America and coming soon in Europe and Asia. MP-M Series […]

Kramer Electronics’ ASPEN−32UFX is a 32-port matrix switcher for SDI signals of up to 12G SDI. Each SDI port can be defined as either an input or output, allowing configurations such as a 1×31 distribution amplifier, 31×1 switcher, 16×16 matrix switcher or any other input-output combination. The ASPEN-32UFX can also be configured as a few […]

NEC Display Solutions of America today announced the launch of two new projector series – the MC and ME series of entry-level projectors . Designed primarily for K-12 education, house of worship classrooms and small business applications, the five new models provide between 3,700 and 4,000 lumens and offer XGA, WXGA or WUXGA resolution. The […]

Audio-over-IP leader Barix will use the upcoming ISE 2019 show as the launch pad for new advances in its RetailPlayer multi-site background music streaming solution. Exhibiting in stand 8-G275 at the event (February 5-8 in Amsterdam), the company will demonstrate new features that simplify operation, streamline management across large numbers of endpoints, enhance the system’s […]

Visix, Inc. has launched four e-book guides as part of its new Digital Signage Masterclass Series. The guides provide practical, step-by-step advice on every stage of planning, buying, implementing and maintaining a successful digital signage solution. “This is a terrific tool for anyone considering digital signage as part of their communications strategy,” says Debbie DeWitt, […]

At ISE 2019 (Amsterdam, Feb. 5-8, stand 3-B150), the SDVoE Alliance will feature the world’s first implementation of HDMI connectivity within an Ethernet switch. HDMI input and output modules that plug directly into a NETGEAR M4300-96X 10G Modular Managed Switch eliminate the need for standalone encoders and decoders to support in-rack video sources and destinations, […]

ClearOne today just announced something called COLLABORATE Live, a series of four video collaboration solutions for any size room environment that includes audio and video, interactive white-boarding, presentation, recording, streaming and cloud connectivity. Aimed at large sized boardrooms, auditoriums, conference rooms, lecture halls, courtrooms, training centers and telemedicine facilities, COLLABORATE Live 900 is a high-end […]

Nureva announced that its HDL300 audio conferencing system has been designated by Zoom Video Communications, Inc. as a recommended audio solution for medium to large Zoom Rooms. The addition of the HDL300 system gives Zoom customers an advanced microphone-speaker combo with thousands of virtual microphones for true full-room pickup. The addition of the HDL300 system […]

BenQ today announced the availability of its HT8060 and HT9060 CinePro 4K UHD HDR home cinema projectors. Leveraging BenQ’s CinematicColor tech and a new DLP chipset, the new engines are the industry’s first sub-$10K installation projectors to deliver true 4K (3840×2160) high dynamic range (HDR) with authentic cinematic reproduction that makes viewers feel as if […]

Zytronic today launched its Hybrid Touch technology, fully integrating touch and physical controls into the sensor’s active area. Zytronic’s hybrid touch allows tactile buttons or mechanical dials to be incorporated in and around the active area of the projected capacitive touchscreen and which are connected invisibly through the viewable area of the screen. Zytronic claims […]

The IMCCA, an association for the UCC (Unified Conferencing and Collaboration) industry, today announced that it will be honoring Snorre Kjesbu and Jason McGraw with special Lifetime Achievement – Emerging Technology Fellow Awards as part of its three-day series of events focusing on new and exciting solutions and trends in the UCC space. Collaboration Week […]

The AVIXA Women’s Council continues to grow, with 34 current worldwide groups and more being on-boarded in 2019. The local Toronto council was formed in May 2018 and is lead by Christina Cruzeiro of Stampede Presentation Products and Cristina Lucas of Genesis Integration. They run quarterly events for professionals in the AV / IT fields. […]

KanexPro announced a US-based Decora Wall Plate Series, including a double-gang HDMI 2.0 and USB-Wall Plate Switcher over HDBaseT (WP-2XHDUSBC) and a double-gang 4K HDMI and USB 2.0 Wall Plate Switcher over HDBaseT (EXT-HDBTKVM3). The KanexPro Wall Plate Series will debut at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE 2019) in Amsterdam, Netherlands from Feb. 5 – 9, […]

The applications are truly endless for what you’re about to read about — and see. At CES last week, LG launched a “rollable” TV technology — yes, using OLED — that allows displays to be placed nearly anywhere. Sure, it’s aimed at homeowners that want their TVs completely hidden but don’t want to use projection […]

NEC Display Solutions Europe today announced the launch of a new range of new video wall displays. Aimed at digital signage applications like advertising, transportation information and retail as well as control rooms, the NEC UN Series has been engineered to be 24/7/365 capable. The new video walls are available in 10 different models with various […]

ATEN Technology today announced two new presentation series: The VP1920 is designed for small-to-medium sized corporate and education presentation environments and includes a 9×2 (six HDMI and three combo inputs — HDMI/VGA, HDMI/DisplayPort, HDMI/component/composite) to two HDMI outputs and supports coaxial, TOSLINK and stereo audio outputs) 4K-capable matrix switch with audio processing. It includes front […]

RTI has partnered with Pulse Eight to develop 4K resolution HDBaseT matrix switches, extender sets and accessories, which are all now shipping. Utilizing the latest Class C+DSC HDBaseT technology, the new video distribution solutions from RTI include the flagship VHU-8x 8×10 Matrix Switch and VHT-Ux Extender Set, which handle 4K +HDR with 4:4:4 chroma sampling […]

The CEDIA Board of Directors has approved the 2019 executive committee and has voted for Rob Sutherland to fill the EMEA appointed director position for the 2019-2020 term. David Humphries will serve as chairperson. “With CEDIA’s 30th year underway, the board will continue to focus on driving forward the organization’s strategy that will boost industry […]

There’s no doubt in my mind that 2019 will be the year we look back on that the industry transitioned from signal routing and distribution via HDMI and so-called “digital-media” to AV-over-IP. Certainly not the entire industry — just most of it. But buyer, specifier, installer and designer beware. Not all AV-over-IP is the same, […]

Today, Bose announced the acquisition of ZiipRoom, a developer of productivity and connectivity software for meeting rooms, conferences and devices. ZiipRoom will integrate into Bose Professional, the dedicated group within the company that focuses on the needs of professional audio designers, consultants and system integrators. The announcement was made by Akira Mochimaru, general manager for […]

IDK just introduced a new 3G/HD/SD-SDI input-capable model of AV-over-IP product, the NJR-T01SDI. It is designed to transport SDI input signals up to 1080p for local and long-haul extension over fiber optic cables. The new IP-NINJAR product converts SDI input signals into HDMI signals and enables SDI signal management within the IP-NINJAR system domain. The […]

Torus Power will be exhibiting its RM, AVR, TOT AVR and new PowerBlock Series at this year’s Integrated Systems Europe, 5-8 Feb. at the RAI Convention Center in Amsterdam. Torus Power Isolation Transformers — not to be confused with power conditioners or surge protectors — decouple and isolate electronic components from the power source to […]

BenQ will feature its latest classroom innovations at ISE, including its RP Series interactive flat panels (IFP), Blue Core laser projectors. BenQ’s RP Series IFPs (Interactive flat-panels) prioritize healthy technology use with capabilities that BenQ say minimize the risks that are associated with increased use of other screen technology. The 4K UHD IFP lineup includes […]

Panasonic Business and Integrated Systems Europe are joining forces to bring Bart Kresa’s newest projection mapping showpiece to ISE 2019. It will provide a unique visual experience and an Opening Address from the master projection designer. Sviatovid, a faceted, five metre tall projection sculpture, is the successor to the iconic Shogyo Mujo, which debuted at […]

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Integrated Systems Events and the RAI Amsterdam are joining forces to produce an new projection mapping display onto the façade of the brand new nhow Amsterdam RAI hotel, adjacent to the exhibition and conference centre. The eye-catching 25-storey, 650 room hotel has been developed by real estate developers COD and Being Development, NH Hotel Group […]

The global home automation systems market will reach $68.1 billion, annually, during by 2025 owing to growing adoption of Do-It-Yourself (DIY) automated devices in global households. Highlighted with 50 tables and 63 figures, this 135-page GMD report,“Global DIY Home Automation Systems Market by Offerings, Product, Technology, and Region 2014-2025: Growth Opportunity and Business Strategy” is […]

DAS Audio just launched the ACTION-500 Series of eight active and eight passive loudspeaker models, which include a 12” monitor, full-range systems consisting of 8″, 12″, one or two 15″ monitors and three subwoofers. The changes upgrades both design and physical features. The ACTION-508 incorporates a newly designed DAS 8GV transducer and M-34 compression driver. […]

HEGEL Music Systems, world-renowned for high-performance audio electronics, has appointed Brad Paulsen as their new National Sales Manager for the US. Brad will add to the existing team, working closely with Hegel senior sales management Eileen Gosvig and Anders Ertzeid to grow and expand the company’s presence in the US Market. Brad joins us again […]

KNOXVILLE, TN, January 9, 2019 — The Riverside Theater chooses products from Waves Audio, including the eMotion LV1 Live Mixer, Plugins and SoundGrid Servers. As the centerpiece of Milwaukee’s downtown theater district, The Riverside Theater is able to accommodate virtually all performing art forms. Key personnel – Simon Bundy, Technical Director; Kevin Gillson and Chris […]