Studio Technologies debuted the Model 5682 ST 2110 to Dante Bridge for SMPTE ST 2110 audio channels with Dante audio-over-Ethernet channels. The Model 5682 is available in two versions: the Model 5682-01 allows up to 32 audio channels to pass in each direction, while the Model 5682-02 supports up to 64 audio channels. The unit […]

Optoma announced its new N-Series Professional Displays aimed at corporate and education settings and accommodate hybrid work and distance-learning scenarios. The N-Series Professional Displays offer the Optoma Solution Suite (OSS), a software platform that includes: Whiteboard File Manager Display Share A built-in media player Similar to Optoma’s IFPDs, the N-Series Professional Displays feature an ultra-slim […]

Resolution Productions Group owns and operates Resolution Studios in Chicago’s Near West Side, an 86,000-square-foot production complex featuring four premier stages and other amenities. Approximately 70 percent of the studio’s business centers on TV commercial work with the rest dedicated to feature films and episodic projects. Resolution Studios’ approach to virtual production (VP) is to […]

BenQ is debuting something called SmartEco 2.0 technology. BenQ’s new SmartEco projectors use laser and LED technology with special chips that evaluate the colors needed for each frame and adjust the power according to the content rather than only reducing the overall brightness like the traditional eco mode on a legacy LCD classroom projector. It […]

By Ron DeVoe Since I have retired from the AV industry TWICE, I have been asked to offer advice or recognition of possible fallacies in retirement enjoyment. Because ownership of an AV business requires an enormous amount of mental energy for time and resource management, goal setting and attainment, cash flow and keeping up with […]

ISE 2024 has come and gone, and we definitely left a mark on the show with our coverage this year (over 2,000 product videos — crazy). But now that the show is over, ISE released a report reviewing many of its figures. This piece wraps up a few of those highlights. First of all, ISE […]

Atlona just debuted two new 3×1 switchers it is aiming at UCC and higher-ed; the AT-OME-CS31-SA (three HDMI inputs) and AT-OME-CS31-SA-HDBT (one HDBaseT input and two HDMI inputs) both include USB routing, audio mixing, amplification and control. The OME-CS31-SA and OME-CS31-SA-HDBT share the same feature set, but the OME-CS1-SA is built for local switching applications […]

Sharp just launched the MultiSync ME Series, including the PN-ME432, PN-ME502, PN-ME552 and PN-ME652. What makes the MultiSync MExx2 Series unique is its SoC (system-on-chip) architecture with an embedded Android-based operating system — it can run a UCC meeting platform or be used as a digital signage player. The new line integrates a complete CMS. […]

Cobalt Digital is promising broadcasters a “simple path” to ATSC 3.0, an extended line of IP capable multiviewers, a family of high-density routers and control panels, a quad-channel bidirectional gateway to IP processing in openGear form and a new quad-channel 12G DANTE openGear card. Cobalt’s 9905-MPx openGear card brings HDR to ATSC 3.0 (NextGen TV). […]

BenQ announced the latest addition to its InstaShow Wireless Presentation System (WPS) family, the InstaShow VS10. The VS10 is aimed at hybrid collaboration in huddle rooms. The VS10 features screen sharing, fast wireless integration to conferencing platforms, interactive collaboration capabilities and a router-level chipset for security. Users simply click a button to cast directly on […]

In UCC, seamlessly integrating local room cameras and microphones into Unified Communications meetings has become imperative. ConferenceShare offers a solution by sharing video and audio captured by in-room USB devices with Windows or macOS laptops during Teams or Zoom meetings. With ConferenceShare enabled on their laptop, users gain access to USB devices connected to the […]

Marshall Electronics debuted the auto-tracking CV612-TBI/TWI PTZ camera. The Marshall CV612, available in black (CV612-TBI) and white models (CV612-TWI), features the ability to automatically track, follow and frame presenters using AI facial learning for “accurate and smooth” self-adjusting maneuvers. Equipped with 12X optical and a 15X digital zoom, the CV612 offers a 4.1mm-49.2mm (6.6-70.3 degrees) […]

GPO Display announced the launch of its new 57″ and 58″ Panoramic (stretch-style) LCDs. These models are shipping and represent GPO Display’s “first foray into Ultra High Definition (UHD) Panoramic displays, specifically designed for situations where wall space is limited but legibility at a significant distance is required.” The 57″ PA57H is GPO Display’s most […]

Whether you know it or not, low voltage is an important key to energy conservation now and in the future. We are seeing demand for electricity increase year over year due to the increase in high consumption electrical devices (such as electrified vehicles, heat pumps, air conditioners, on-demand water heaters and so on). Married with […]

Extron unveils its 2024 New Products Brochure — First Edition. This brochure introduces dozens of new offerings. From compact Pro AV-over-IP encoders and advanced USB-C switchers to 4K recording and streaming solutions, Extron says the latest lineup is designed to meet the diverse needs of the industry. Look for the “Now Shipping” logo across the […]

If you’ve been following us or reading our content for a while, you’ve probably noticed that we host a lot of virtual events. Most notably, twice per year, we host something called LAVNCH WEEK. But really, it’s a “LAVNCH four days.” Why? Because it’s four days of panels, product announcements and fireside chats that we […]

Extron introduced the SMP 401 Multi-Channel 4K Recording and Streaming Media Processor, the latest addition to its SMP family. The SMP 401 is a “high-performance all-in-one 4K/60 processor that easily captures, switches, scales and distributes AV sources and presentations.” Processing with H.264/H.265 encoding provides up to five recordings and six streams concurrently. The SMP 401 […]

Bogen Communications announced a lineup of technology partners, including Early Warning Labs, IPVideo, Lightspeed Technologies, Omnilert, Raptor Technologies and TeachLogic. Bogen Communications’ latest technology partnerships enhance and expand functionality for its Nyquist E7000 and Nyquist C4000 systems, IP-based paging and intercom solutions. Early Warning Labs — an officially licensed partner of the US Geological Survey […]

Electro-Voice has announced the ZLX G2, the second generation of the ZLX series of portable loudspeakers. Building on the already-existing ZLX series, the ZLX G2 lineup offers a range of next-level features and functionality and includes 8” (new for the series), 12” and 15” two-way models in both powered and passive versions. When Electro-Voice introduced […]

Extron announced new features to its NAV Pro AV-over-IP Series. These new features include the latest evolution of the NAV PURE3 codec. PURE3 is a codec developed by Extron, exclusively for the ProAV market. PURE3 offers “improved network resiliency; able to tolerate the bursty network traffic found on converged networks.” Competitors rely on delicate third-party […]

Audio-Technica announced the release of its new A-T LINK proprietary communication protocol for digital interconnection of compatible A-T Commercial Audio microphone and mixing solutions. Audio-Technica says A-T LINK transmits uncompressed multi-channel digital audio and control information via category cables with minimal latency. A-T LINK is natively supported by Audio-Technica’s ATND1061LK beamforming ceiling array microphone, providing […]

LG Business Solutions has introduced its new five-model RG series of ProBeam laser projectors up to 4K UHD resolution and 6,000 lumens, integrated with Crestron RoomView compatibility as well as LG’s webOS digital signage platform. Using this announcement, LG redesigned the entire ProBeam RG series lineup with multi-aspect-ratio control that allows users to switch between […]

AVPro Edge introduced the AC-MXNET-10G-SW24C, a 24-port 10 Gig hybrid PoE++/PoE+ switcher. The 24-port, 10 Gig network switch is designed for AV-over-IP applications and support the AVPro Edge MXnet, AES67, Dante and SDVoE, Extron NAV, Crestron NVX, etc. The AC-MXNET-10G-SW24C is pre-configured with Quality of Service (QoS) settings optimized for AES67, Dante and SDVoE multicasting. […]

Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada, underwent a total renovation to revamp its antiquated Senate Room into a modern meeting space equipped with cutting-edge AV technology, featuring superior audio solutions from Sennheiser. The university selected Sennheiser’s TeamConnect Ceiling 2 (TCC 2) microphones to create a seamless environment for Senate meetings and conferences. The ceiling microphones’ ease […]

Based in College Place, Washington, Walla Walla University (WWU) is a private Adventist university with four campuses located throughout the Pacific Northwest. The main campus sits on 83 acres in the Walla Walla Valley in southeastern Washington state, where cultural arts, vibrant dining, and recreational opportunities abound. Founded in 1892, the university offers more than […]

The climactic moments of Poor Things, the smash-hit, critically acclaimed gothic comedy set to sweep next month’s Academy Awards, were brought to life with a mammoth virtual production set-up powered by PIXERA technology. A cinematic tour de force directed by Yorgos Lanthimos (The Lobster, The Favourite) and starring Emma Stone as Bella Baxter, a young […]

LEA Professional announced multiple updates to its LEA Cloud platform, a part of LEA Professionals’ technology catalog, featuring IT solutions, DSPs and smart power management. The new cloud-specific features will expand capabilities for all LEA Cloud users. Here’s a video we shot of it at ISE 2024: LEA Cloud provides remote monitoring and control for […]

LEA Professional announced the Connect Series Half-Rack models featuring onboard DSP, WebUI, Cloud Connectivity, third-party API control and more. Here’s a video we shot of them at ISE 2024: Each of the new half-rack models (CS34, CS64, CS124, CS34D, CS64D, and CS124D) are built with fully-routable analog inputs, four amplifier channels with Low-Z, 70V or […]

Shure announced that the new Microflex Wireless neXt 2 (MXW neXt 2) Microphone System is certified for Microsoft Teams. This certification signifies the “seamless compatibility and reliable performance of the MXW neXt 2 with Microsoft Teams, providing users with exceptional audio quality in hybrid teaching and conferencing environments.” The MXW neXt 2 is an all-in-one […]

Extron just launched the DTP3 T 212 D, a two-gang decorator-style transmitter that sends USB-C, HDMI, audio and control up to 330 feet (100 meters) over a shielded CAT6A cable. It supports video resolutions up to 4K@60Hz (4:4:4) and is HDCP 2.3 compliant. For maximum image quality and minimal latency, all supported video resolutions are […]

Chief added to its Tempo Flat Panel Wall Mount System with accessories that “further support and streamline the flat panel solution.” The new accessories include the Camera Shelf, 650mm Interface Extenders, Crestron UC Bracket Accessory and Video-Sound Bar Mount. The Chief Tempo Flat Panel Wall Mount System is designed with feedback from integrators for faster […]

Sony announced a new dedicated portable data transmitter, the PDT-FP1, that allows high-speed, low-latency video and still image data transport over 5G networks. When attached to a camera, this wireless communication device will be used in situations where speed is required from image capture to delivery, broadcasting and distribution, such as news or events photography […]