DVDO TILE Gets Updates — But It’s Still in a Stupid Plastic Enclosure

DVDO has updated the TILE collaboration system. The DVDO TILE even won rAVe’s Best of ISE and Best of InfoComm award winner as it’s a competitively priced ($1,200) way to make a giant digital canvas layering up to four sources on a screen (anywhere you want to place them — not just in a 2×2 […]

DVDO TILE Gets Updates — But It’s Still in a Stupid Plastic Enclosure

AVaaS Continued

Back in September, I wrote an article called AVaaS: It Just Does Not Make Sense. I had begun to think about AVaaS in preparation for a panel discussion I was taking part in during my time at CCUMC. My biggest complaint in the article was that each item that I have read or researched on […]

AVaaS Continued

Eiki Announces EK-623UW 6000 Lumen Laser Projector

Eiki International announced the new EK-623UW (white chassis) WUXGA (1920×1200) laser projector. Using DLP technology, it’s specified to have 6,000 lumens of brightness, a 100,000:1 contrast ratio (with the company’s Extreme Black Mode) and uses blue phosphor laser technology with a 20,000 hour light source life. Eiki is aiming it at both large meeting rooms […]

Eiki Announces EK-623UW 6000 Lumen Laser Projector

AVIXA Announces Results of 2019 Certification Committee Elections – Including Adding Two More Women to the Committee

AVIXA has announced the election results for the 2019 Certification Steering Committee. Certification holders elected new committee members Heather Callaway, CTS-D, APG Electric Inc.; Lauren Guidry, CTS, Whitlock; and Luke Jordan, CTS-I, Electro Acoustics & Video, Inc. Jordan has also been elected by his committee peers as chair. Kudos to all elected! “I am excited […]

AVIXA Announces Results of 2019 Certification Committee Elections – Including Adding Two More Women to the Committee

All-Male Speakers Confirmed for Digital Signage Summit ISE and Digital Cinema Summit ISE

DSS ISE and DCS ISE have announced initial speaker line-ups, though we certainly hope they consider some women for the next round of speakers, yet to be announced. (We even suggest a few below.) DSS ISE will feature digital signage market insights and best practice from experts and customers, while DCS ISE will present top […]

All-Male Speakers Confirmed for Digital Signage Summit ISE and Digital Cinema Summit ISE

Leyard and Planar Expand Sports and Entertainment Division with Lighthouse Partnership

Leyard and Planar today announced a strategic partnership with Lighthouse Technologies to target the sports and entertainment market. Lighthouse brings a product line and years of implementation in the sports market with LEDs. They have installs in professional venues in Los Angeles, Cleveland, Dallas, Seattle, Philadelphia and Atlanta and a major presence at Times Square […]

Leyard and Planar Expand Sports and Entertainment Division with Lighthouse Partnership

Carousel Digital Signage Debuts New Subscription-Based Cloud Platform

Carousel Digital Signage announced the availability of Carousel Cloud, a new subscription-based SaaS platform. It is designed for an off-premise hosted digital signage service and can be deployed across networks that use Apple TV devices in addition to media players. Carousel Cloud means there is no traditional hardware servers. Instead, Carousel Cloud delivers a software-defined […]

Carousel Digital Signage Debuts New Subscription-Based Cloud Platform

Nureva HDL300 System Now Integrates with Intel Unite Platform

Nureva announces the integration of its HDL300 audio conferencing system with the Intel Unite solution for content sharing and collaboration. The new V4 plugin for the HDL300 system gives Intel Unite users access to the audio system controls, allowing them to quickly change volume or mute a call directly from their laptop. Intel Unite has […]

Nureva HDL300 System Now Integrates with Intel Unite Platform

DPA Microphones Sells to RCF

The Riverside Company has signed a definitive agreement to sell DPA Microphones (DPA) to RCF Group (RCF). During Riverside’s investment, DPA’s sales and EBITDA nearly doubled while its product portfolio and distribution network grew significantly, according to DPA. “Together with the DPA team, we were able to achieve all of our goals for this investment,” […]

DPA Microphones Sells to RCF

Consumer 4K Products Now Number Over 100 Million

As 2018 draws to a close, consumer interest in 4K UHD continues to climb, receiving a further push due to average retail prices reaching parity with HDTV sets, according to the latest market tracking report from Futuresource Consulting. “This year, we’re expecting annual 4K UHD TV shipments to power past 100 million units,” says Tristan […]

Consumer 4K Products Now Number Over 100 Million

Zoom Named Frost & Sullivan’s Company of the Year in the Global Video Conferencing Industry

Analyst firm Frost & Sullivan announced that Zoom is named the 2019 Company of the Year in the Global Video Conferencing Industry. The selection of this award is derived from primary market analysis and in-depth interviews conducted by the Frost & Sullivan industry analyst team. According to Frost & Sullivan the Company of the Year […]

Zoom Named Frost & Sullivan’s Company of the Year in the Global Video Conferencing Industry

AVIXA to Debut Two Half-Day Conferences at ISE

AVIXA will host two half-day conferences at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2019, Feb. 5-8 at the RAI Amsterdam. The events will take a deep dive into the topics of AV solutions for higher education and enterprises, respectively, with content to help attendees implement innovative technology experiences. “Our conference program for ISE 2019 features a wide […]

AVIXA to Debut Two Half-Day Conferences at ISE

Rohde & Schwarz Ships R&S SpycerNode Media Storage System

R&S SpycerNode uses what Rohde & Schwarz calls High Performance Computing (HPC) file system for its media server. HPC employs redundancy using software-based “RAID” technologies called erasure coding in combination with declustering to increase overall performance and reduce rebuild times. R&S SpycerNode features Rohde & Schwarz‘s device manager web application which makes it much easier […]

Rohde & Schwarz Ships R&S SpycerNode Media Storage System

Canon Adds New Projectors, Including a 4K

Canon Europe today announced the launch of the 4K5020Z and LX-MH502Z, two 4k resolution installation projectors. The 4K5020Z is specified at 5,000 lumens, uses LCoS technology and has an optional short-throw lens (the RS-SL07RST) designed specifically by Canon for 4K imaging. Both the 4K5020Z and the LX-MH502Z weigh only 9.3 kilograms and because they use […]

Canon Adds New Projectors, Including a 4K

Furman Power Conditioner and Cord Now Shipping

Nortek Security & Control LLC is now shipping the Furman SS-6 Power Conditioner and the ACX-25 Power Cord. The Furman SS-6 is a black steel chassis floor strip power conditioner — a narrow form factor version of the SS-6B — with standard surge protection RFI/EMI filtering. Including six outlets, the SS-6 comes with a 15-foot […]

Furman Power Conditioner and Cord Now Shipping

Matrox Ships New Video Wall Capture Cards

Matrox Graphics is now shipping the Matrox Mura IPX 4K DisplayPort capture and IP encode/decode cards. These new dual DisplayPort 1.2 video wall cards feature 4Kp60 with full 4:4:4 color sampling support alongside a dedicated onboard network interface controller (NIC), offering the most advanced capture, encode, stream, record and decode capabilities from a single card. […]

Matrox Ships New Video Wall Capture Cards

Sports Venues Invest in Audiovisual Solutions, Reports AVIXA Research

To compete with other sports venues and fans’ ever-advancing home entertainment systems, sports venue executives are investing in audiovisual solutions. The new 2018 Market Opportunity Analysis Report (MOAR) focused on sports venues, produced by the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association (AVIXA), investigates the opportunities and challenges for providers of pro-AV solutions and technologies in this […]

Sports Venues Invest in Audiovisual Solutions, Reports AVIXA Research

Studio Technologies Intros 5412 Audio Interface and 5418 Mic/Line Interface

Studio Technologies introduces the Model 5412 Audio Interface and the Model 5418 Mic/Line Interface, two new Dante-compliant solutions for applications that use Audio-over-Ethernet (AoE) network connectivity. The Model 5412 supports analog line-level inputs and outputs, and is available in two versions — one with eight input and eight output channels, and the other with 16 […]

Studio Technologies Intros 5412 Audio Interface and 5418 Mic/Line Interface

Barco Intends to “Redeploy” Up to 239 Positions (AKA, People)

rAVe has obtained a copy of an internal memo from Barco CEO Jan De Witte that both explains both how Barco is planning to “refocus on the customer” while potentially eliminating as many as 239 jobs. Although this may seem like a large number, Barco has about 3,600 employees worldwide, so this is only about […]

Barco Intends to “Redeploy” Up to 239 Positions (AKA, People)

AtlasIED Introduces SHS Ceiling Speaker

AtlasIED has introduced the SHS Series (AKA: Strategically Hidden Speaker). The concealed design of the SHS is achieved by Adaptive Dispersion Lens Technology, something AtlasIED patented. Only a 3-inch diameter lens and a micro trim ring are visible on the ceiling. The dispersion lens can be easily painted or replaced with material to match the […]

AtlasIED Introduces SHS Ceiling Speaker

Salamander Designs and Screen Innovations Partner

Salamander Designs and Screen Innovations announced a partnership which supports turn-key packages for Ultra-Short Throw Credenzas and the Solo Pro line of motorized screens. It’s aimed at commercial and residential integrators. Salamander’s Ultra-Short-Throw Credenzas matched with SI’s Solo Pro and its optical “ST” material specifically suited for Ultra-Short-Throw projectors, make it simpler to deploy display […]

Salamander Designs and Screen Innovations Partner

Optoma Intros New 4K550 and 4K550ST Native 4K DLP Projectors

Optoma today is unveiling two new 4K UHD projectors designed for corporate and house of worship environments. The Optoma 4K550 and 4K550ST are powered by Texas Instruments DLP chipset with XPR technology and both are native 3840×2160. Both projectors offer HDR10 and REC.2020 compatibility for color precision and advanced features, including vertical lens shift and […]

Optoma Intros New 4K550 and 4K550ST Native 4K DLP Projectors

Extron Introduces Ethernet Connected and Fully Customizable AV Control

Extron just announced the NBP Series Network Button Panels, a new product family that brings control to a broad variety of AV applications. Network Button Panels connect to a control processor using standard Ethernet. These customizable, easy-to-use control panels work in conjunction with an IP Link Pro control processor, HC 403 or HC 404 to […]

Extron Introduces Ethernet Connected and Fully Customizable AV Control

NEC Display Launches Two New LCD-Based Install Projectors

NEC Display Solutions of America today announced the launch of two new projector models: the P525WL and P525UL. Both projectors are aimed at higher education classrooms, conference rooms and meeting rooms. The P525WL replaces NEC’s P502WL-2 and the P525UL replaces NEC’s P502HL-2. For each new model, the imaging unit has been changed from DLP to […]

NEC Display Launches Two New LCD-Based Install Projectors

Yamaha UC Ships New YAI-1 Conference Ensemble for UC Applications

Yamaha Unified Communications announces the availability of the Yamaha YAI-1 Wireless Microphone Conference Ensemble for installation out of the box into boardrooms and large conference rooms utilizing UC applications. Available in North America, the conferencing solution is a preconfigured USB audio system that achieves premium audio experience for an organization’s chosen UC platform. The professional […]

Yamaha UC Ships New YAI-1 Conference Ensemble for UC Applications

New Extron eBUS Button Panel Is AV Control in a Rack

Extron just introduced the EBP 108 RAAP Rack Mount eBUS Button Panel. The EBP 108 RAAP is a fully-customizable AV system control interface designed for use with Extron eBUS-enabled control systems. This control panel connects to an IPCP Pro control processor to perform a wide variety of AV system functions such as power On/Off, input […]

New Extron eBUS Button Panel Is AV Control in a Rack

Luxul Strengthens Partner Program for Integrator Advantages

Luxul today announced that it has strengthened its partner program with the recent addition of several strategic, integration and industry partnerships that deliver added value to the company’s integrators and their customers. The list of partners has recently increased to include Kramer, Crestron, Sonos, Atlona, Key Digital, WyreStorm, Blustream, Just Add Power, URC, Chief, Contemporary […]

Luxul Strengthens Partner Program for Integrator Advantages

NSCA Makes 2019 Excellence in Business Awards Free – No More Pay-for-Play!

Systems integrators are encouraged to apply at no cost for NSCA’s 2019 Excellence in Business Awards. Submissions will be accepted through Jan. 18, 2019. Winners will receive recognition throughout the year in various NSCA and industry publications, blogs, social media, and newsletters, as well as reduced admission to NSCA’s 21st annual Business & Leadership Conference […]

NSCA Makes 2019 Excellence in Business Awards Free – No More Pay-for-Play!

New PrimeView Fusion Max Aims at Using LEDs to Replace Projectors with Purpose-Built Sized Displays

Primeview claims to be creating a new category in the display market with its Fusion MAX Display (FSNM) Solutions of stand-alone displays aimed at replacing projectors in a room. Primeview’s new line are a series of 1920×1080, bezel-free LEDs available in 110″, 138″, 165″ or 220″ sizes. They are aimed at auditoriums, theaters, rental, classrooms […]

New PrimeView Fusion Max Aims at Using LEDs to Replace Projectors with Purpose-Built Sized Displays

IntelliVision Launches Video Analytics Channel Partner Program

IntelliVision Technologies today announced the launch of its Channel Partner Program. Capitalizing on the millions of cameras, dashcams and video doorbells that leverage IntelliVision software, from companies including Ring, Netgear and Pelco, IntelliVision is now providing a full set of services enabling dealers and integrators to build video analytics into CCTV, security and surveillance systems […]

IntelliVision Launches Video Analytics Channel Partner Program

TrueConf Releases an Open Source Application for Video Enabled Kiosks

TrueConf has released the TrueConf Kiosk source code. TrueConf hopes this will make video kiosk software more accessible by providing developers with an open source application for real-time customer service via video conferencing. Embedded video conferencing systems traditionally require recruiting skilled software engineers, commissioning a custom development or learning SDK. To make the process easier, […]

TrueConf Releases an Open Source Application for Video Enabled Kiosks

Situational Awareness

Have you noticed the dramatic rise over the last two-plus years in corporate AV/IT client demand for collaborative technology, huddle spaces and similar functionality? It’s a hot buzz word in the upper echelons of corporate management and HR departments. The thought process for most companies goes something like this: Senior management decides that: “We need […]

Situational Awareness