Volume 10, Issue 8 — August 3, 2017
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The Microsoft Surface Hub Is in Big Trouble
By Gary Kayye rAVe Founder
A few months back, I wrote a column: Will Microsoft Be Able to Continue to Rip People Off With Their Surface HUB?
Most of you agreed; some didn’t.
And now, four months after writing that piece, I still think it’s way, way, way overpriced for what you get.
But on the same week that Whitlock recently awarded Microsoft’s Surface Hub Partner of the Year, Microsoft announced the Surface Hub group was basically being disbanded and manufacturing moved to China. It looks like Microsoft figured out what we all already knew — it’s way too expensive.
So, they’re moving production to China and expect the next generation to be closer in price to the new Google Jamboard. Oh, and it’ll likely look a lot nicer, too.
But is it too little, too late?
The market for the collaboration board, as I like to call them, is now flooded with companies. I count 23.
And the latest contenders with quality competition to the Surface Hub, products like the NewLine TRUTOUCH VN Series, the Cisco Spark Board and the Jamboard itself are good. I mean really good. Each for different customers, though.
The Cisco Spark Board is a SLAM DUNK success. Anyone on the Spark platform would be nuts not to buy them and put them all over their business. Not just rooms, either. I mean literally all over.
The Jamboard is, well, Google. What better branding does it need? And the G Suite-integrated collaboration board is a perfect plug-and-play product for anyone who thinks all the collaboration they really need is Google Docs. That’s a lot of businesses and schools.
NewLine’s latest, the VN Series, is 4K, finally has a nice aesthetic and an OS on top of the Windows 10 interface that’s better than Windows.
But Microsoft is still a giant operating system. And, like Google, a lot of people still use and need simple collaborative applications. And, what’s built into Microsoft Windows 10 is enough for them.
That’s why Whitlock sells so many. But that was all prior to March 2017. Now, instead of having only three or four competitive products shipping selling against the Surface Hub, there are almost two dozen. And all but one of them is cheaper than the same-size version of the Microsoft-branded collaboration board line. And some are even better — take the latest version of the InFocus Mondopad, for example. InFocus, although a small company, has actually done a better job integrating the Microsoft OS than Microsoft itself.
For now, I’d advise Whitlock to find a good, solid second-source supplier of collaboration boards. That goes for you too. There are so many to choose from now! And it’s about the be a multi-billion-dollar market. Leave a Comment
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Best of InfoComm 2017 Awards Announced
By Gary Kayye rAVe Founder
We’re back from InfoComm 2017 and we saw a lot of products. A lot. It’s tough to pick out the best and the brightest from the thousands of products and hundreds of exhibitors introduced on the ortow floor. But after much consideration, our entire team picked what we thought were the best things on the show floor. Congratulations to all the winning companies!
To see videos of all the products from the show floor, check out our complete InfoComm 2017 coverage.
Click each link below to see the winner and watch a video or read a story about the product.
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Crestron’s Mercury Is THE Conference Room Solution
By Scott Tiner rAVe Columnist
Editor’s note: Scott Tiner is a technology manager at Bates College, which often uses Crestron products. This article is not a sponsored post and contains Scott’s personal opinions about Crestron Mercury after working with it at his institution.
When companies launch new products, they always focus on major features of that product. Sometimes however, it is the “add-on” features that catch my attention right off the bat. For Crestron Mercury, it was the Bluetooth connection features. Just a few days before seeing Mercury, I was stuck in a room trying to do a teleconference. For some reason, the telcom box was not communicating with the Crestron processor. Of course, because everything was programmed, and the equipment was stuck in a rack, there were no manual options for me to use to make the call. I remember thinking about trying to use my cell phone on speaker in the middle of the room. With Mercury, the problem wouldn’t have existed. It features a Bluetooth receiver that allows you to connect to your cell phone and use the speaker and microphone built into the Mercury.
Of course, Mercury also has built-in VoIP technology. This allows the device, which is the size of a conference phone, to act as a conference phone. The fact that the product features VoIP instead of a POTS line at first threw me off. After all, lots of places still use plain old telephone lines. However, using VoIP gives you an extreme degree of flexibility. Modern Ethernet networks allow you to connect devices in any active connection and the network hardware determines the correct VLAN on the network for that device. This allows you to move the Mercury to different locations and quickly get it up and running.
Another feature that really attracted me was the built in video conferencing features. As an add on feature, you can add a video camera to the device. The camera is a Logitech webcam and has a neat little cover that can go over the camera for privacy. At my college, we have seen a continued and growing use of video conferencing. During the last academic year, we supported over one hundred Zoom calls, and those are the ones that people called and asked us for support with. We know that many clients went ahead and scheduled meetings on their own as well. Mercury’s interface is extremely easy to use and we expect that it will cut down on the number of trouble calls we get, along with cutting down on the number of “Can you set this up for me?” calls. At Bates we use Zoom; that along with several other videoconferencing applications are included in the Mercury. With this added feature, you can participate in video conferences without any computer.
Finally, Mercury also offers the ability to connect to a display. It has a built in AirMedia device, along with an HDMI input. This allows anyone to bring a computer and connect it wirelessly or by plugging directly into the HDMI. Additionally, there is a USB connection that allows you to use your computer’s camera and microphone, with the Mercury system.
All of this is controlled by the touch panel interface on the front of the mercury. The Mercury also includes RS232 and IR to control a display device. In the end, this product is actually a complete conference room. In some situations, you could install this in a conference room and not need a display. In that room, one piece of equipment is literally the entire room. In a room that needs some video conferencing or computer display features, you need to install a display. In that room, you need ONLY those two pieces of technology.
Last fall we installed a new conference system in a conference room in my office building. It has a television, mac mini computer, HD video camera, speakers, control panel, Kramer VIA, USB bridge and a touch panel. The install cost over $9,000. All of this could (except the monitor) have been replaced with one Mercury at an MSRP of $3,200.
Two minor suggestions for changes would be to add a USB port (or extension cable) that is easily accessible for charging a cell phone and to allow programming to the interface, specifically so that customers can add a help button, or use colors and themes that are consistent with an institution. Even without these changes this is a solid product that not only would work in conferences rooms, but could also serve many classrooms in higher ed and K-12. Integrators should stock up on Mercury, as it should be a very easy sell. Leave a Comment
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Extron Ships Industry’s First Control Processor With AV LAN Ports and PoE+ In a move to, no doubt, be watched by both Luxul and Pakedge, Extron’s new IPCP Pro 360 is a control processor with three dedicated AV LAN ports and one standard Ethernet port. The control processor provides PoE+ to external devices, eliminating the need for additional power supplies. It features security standards and Gigabit Ethernet ports, which ensure compatibility with multiple TouchLink Pro touchpanels using a standard network infrastructure. The AV LAN ports are designed to control local AV devices, and safeguard them from outside intrusion or interference. The IPCP Pro 360 can be used with Extron LinkLicense, which further enhances the capabilities of Extron Pro Series control systems. The IPCP Pro 360 is an ideal choice for controlling multiple devices and control signal types within AV systems requiring an isolated AV network.
The Extron IPCP Pro 360 can be configured using Global Configurator Plus or Global Configurator Professional software or programmed using Extron Global Scripter. Here are the specs. Leave a Comment
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QSC Introduces Q-SYS Small-Format Touch Screen ControllerQSC just introduced the TSC-47W-G2, a color 4.7” in-wall touch screen dialer/controller. The new touch screen uses capacitive LCD touch with a 960×540 display and Power over Ethernet (PoE – IEEE 802.3af class 3 device) for a single-cable installation. The TSC-47W-G2 can operate in both portrait or landscape mode and can be mounted to US and European standard wall and junction boxes. It’s spec’d to have 400 nits brightness. As with all Q-SYS touch screens, you can create custom graphical user control interfaces (UCIs) for the TSC-47W-G2 directly within Q-SYS Designer Software. Drag-and-drop configuration allows integrators to provide end users a full range of controls, from complete systems control and monitoring to one-touch deployments of complex presets. Here are more details.Leave a Comment
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Extron Ships EBP 1200C — Room Control with Cable Cubby Convenience Extron has announced the immediate availability of the EBP 1200C Cable Cubby Enclosure with eBUS button panel. This new button panel is neatly-integrated into the lid of the enclosure and combines intuitive AV control, connectivity, and power all in one, furniture-mountable device. The easy-to-use control panel works with all eBUS-enabled control systems and connects to an IPCP Pro control processor to perform a wide variety of AV system functions such as display On/Off, input switching, volume control, and much more. The flip-up button panel has ten customizable, soft-touch buttons that are backlit for easy operation in low-light environments. The cable access enclosure supports up to three single-space AAPs and up to three Extron Retractors. The EBP 1200C enables integrators to deploy a contemporary, furniture-mountable eBUS button panel with cable management and easy access to AV connectivity and power.
Extron’s eBUS technology is based on a digital bus architecture that allows for easy control system expansion, greater design options, and future upgrades. As with our TouchLink Pro touchpanels, eBUS button panels are designed for use with any Extron IPCP Pro Series control processor. A single eBUS button panel can be used as the AV control interface for a smaller system or multiple button panels and touchpanels may be combined when a more elaborate control system is required.
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Altinex Debuts Neutron MT312-104 Control Card Altinex just launched the Neutron MT312-104 Control Card for use with the company’s MT302-201 Digital MultiTasker.
The Neutron MT312-104 Control Card provides control of both serial and IR devices and includes two relays and two sensor inputs – the relays can be used to control external equipment such as screens. The sensor inputs are used to trigger events based on voltage levels supplied by motion sensors, heat sensors, light sensors, RF sensors, etc. The sensor connector also provides two voltages — +12VDC and +24VDC — for powering external sensors.
The Neutron MT312-104 Control Card is capable of supplying information third party controllers over Ethernet port. By connecting to the MultiTasker enclosure’s IP address, you can check the status of the relays (open or closed), the input status of the sensor inputs (high or low) based on trigger level, or request RS232 data from devices connected to the RS‑232 ports.
The MT312-104 Control Card can store IR codes in its internal memory for direct control of external IR devices. Alternatively, an IR room receiver such as the Altinex AC301‑103 can be used to pass‑through IR signals from remote controls to devices connected to one or both of the controller’s IR outputs. Multiple control cards can be used within single MT302-201 enclosure to enable unlimited expandability and control of AV system with unlimited capacity.
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InFocus Intros Mondopad Ultra InFocus today announced Mondopad Ultra — a new line of what InFocus is calling “premium” of high-end multi-touch collaboration displays. The Mondopad Ultra is available in 80-inch and 85-inch screen sizes.
The InFocus Mondopad offers both digital whiteboard and videoconferencing capabilities as well as it allows team members in multiple locations to see and hear each other while brainstorming on a shared whiteboard and to collaboratively edit documents and draw directly onscreen enabling real-time progress and more effective meetings. Documents can be saved to the Mondopad for future access and can be emailed to anyone directly from the device.
InFocus’ new 85-inch Mondopad Ultra joins the 80-inch Mondopad Ultra as the first in the Mondopad product line to employ 4K screen resolution (3840×2160 natively). In addition to 4K resolution, Mondopad Ultra has a standard Windows 10 Pro OS integrated on a premium computer. Offering a sixth-generation Intel Core i7-6700T processor and Q170 chipset with Intel vPro technology and 256 GB solid state hard drive, the Mondopad Ultra is seamlessly and securely integrated into existing enterprise infrastructure. Mondopad Ultra is compatible with legacy videoconferencing and display hardware and software, including Skype for Business, Office and OneNote, with cloud-based application support and advanced wireless casting, including AirPlay and Chrome. Mondopad Ultra offers the security features native to Windows 10 Pro and the robust collaboration features of SIP and H323. As conference rooms, classrooms and collaboration environments evolve and change, Mondopad offers the cross-platform, future-proof and legacy compatibility you’ll need.
The 4K 80-inch INF8022 Mondopad Ultra is available now in the US and the 85-inch INF8521 Mondopad Ultra will be available in September worldwide. Here are the details. Leave a Comment
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Extron Ships New 4K Twisted Pair Extension Products for XTP Systems Extron is now shipping the XTP 4K twisted pair products. The XTP T USW 103 4K three input switcher is ideal for use beneath tables and within lecterns, while the XTP T HWP 101 4K transmitter provides discreet and elegant options for wall mount applications. They are HDCP 2.2 compliant, and enable extension of 4K video up to 330 feet (100 meters) over one, shielded CATx cable. These models join the other shipping XTP 4K twisted pair products to give even more options for bringing 4K resolutions into existing and new XTP Systems.
These new XTP products bring added convenience for signal transmission needs in a variety of environments. The multiple inputs of the XTP T USW 103 4K switcher support direct connection of HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA and audio sources, and it includes an HDMI input loop-through for a local monitor. Automatic switching between inputs with selectable prioritization simplifies operation in unmanaged locations. For installation in wall mount, floor box and furniture mount applications, the one‑gang form factor of the XTP T HWP 101 4K decorator-style wallplate transmitter provides the convenience of placing input connections precisely where they are needed. Set up and commissioning are easy with Extron XTP System Configuration Software.
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AVProConnect Claims 18Gbps 4×4 Matrix Switch for 4KThe new AVProConnect AC-MX44-AUHD is spec’d as an 18Gbps 4K60 4:4:4 4×4 matrix switch that features Toslink audio output support up to Dolby 7.1, DTS and LPCM and on-board audio delay control, for lip-synching TV video. This switch claims to equalize and amplify the output to ensure the HDMI signal can be transmitted through long HDMI cables without loss of quality. Built-in 1080p to 4K and 4K to 1080p scaling on each output allows for EDID management. Other features are:
- HDMI 2.0(a/b)
- Full HDR support (HDR 10 and 12-Bit color)
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG support
- HDCP 2.2 (and all earlier versions supported)
- IR, RS232 and LAN control options
- Digital Toslink out (7CH PCM, DD, DD+, DTS, DTS-MA)
- Balanced analog out (2CH PCM)
- Audio delay for digital and analog out
- Support for Crestron, C4, RTI, ELAN and more
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New 1 Beyond AutoFramer Camera Automatically Frames People in Room1 Beyond announces the new 1 Beyond AutoFramer camera, a PTZ camera that detects the number and location of people in a room and automatically frames them. Designed for small or medium-sized rooms, the camera adjusts as a the group size or location changes. It widens the frame with more people and zooms in tightly with fewer. If someone gets up to write on the board, the camera will pan, tilt and zoom automatically to include the new position.
The AutoFramer camera eliminates empty space in the frame, improving the viewer’s experience. Meeting or event attendees do not have to manually adjust the camera or rely on the limitations of presets. This creates better video conferences, event recordings or virtual trainings.
Other features include:
- Up to 1080p60
- Browser configuration over IP
- HD-SDI, USB 3.0 and DVI/HMDI outputs
- Wide field of view (72.5°) and 12x optical zoom
- Dual H.264 streams
The camera can also be set to manual mode with control over USB (UVC 1.1), IP (VISCA) or RS232/485 (VISCA/Pelco-D). 1 Beyond offers a joystick controller for manual control. The AutoFramer camera is shipping with an MSRP of $3,495. Here are all the specs. Leave a Comment
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multiCAM Systems Intros Integrated IP Input Support for All-In-One Production Systems multiCAM Systems is launching a new IP interface feature that receives IP video streams directly from the local area network. The new capability, which requires no additional hardware or software, works with the company’s entire product line as well as any PTZ camera available today.
multiCAM Systems’ integrated IP interface supports a much greater number of cameras than is traditionally available through SDI capture cards. The IP functionality also reduces the size and cost of the central server, as all video streams and PTZ camera control are managed over the network without the need for special IT equipment. Customers retain the flexibility to use IP or SDI for each input to support mixed camera environments.
Available immediately, the IP input feature works in Visual Radio applications using MULTICAM RADIO, and it offers native IP connectivity for Visual Radio. On the commercial AV side, the new IP interface is ideal within classrooms, corporate AV environments (meeting and huddle rooms, large conference spaces) and theaters/auditoriums using MULTICAM CONF, MULTICAM E-LEARNING or MULTICAM TRACKING to produce and stream lectures, presentations and live events.
In addition to immediately adding multiple high-quality camera signals to the network, the IP interface enables full PTZ control and power over a single network cable. The latter is possible when using a Power over Ethernet-enabled (PoE) network switch or PoE injector.
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BenQ Launches 4K Collaboration BoardsBenQ America announced the addition of the RP654K, RP704K and RP750K to its Interactive Flat Panel (IFP) lineup. Using native 4K LCD panels (3840×2160), the 65″ RP654K, 70″ RP704K and 75″ RP750K IFPs feature a pen tray and 20-point touch capabilities with fast, smooth response that allows multiple users to participate. Like operating a tablet or smartphone, users can use the screen’s pen or touch gestures to zoom, click and rotate objects, with infrared technology.
The BenQ IFPs also uses tempered glass that is covered with a bacteria-resistant, nano-silver coating to help reduce the spread of germs. The display also uses BenQ’s Eye-Care features, including anti-glare glass to minimize light reflections and improve readability, as well as Low Blue Light and ZeroFlicker backlight technologies to help reduce eye fatigue during long hours of viewing.
Available with DisplayNote, the RP Series 4K touch-enabled displays permit participants to stream content and collaborate. The BenQ InstaQShare app provides seamless wireless streaming and mirroring of all digital content from devices including smartphones, tablets and laptops, empowering contributors to enrich their sessions with a variety of multimedia resources.
The IFPs also come equipped with a built-in Android operating system that includes a suite of apps and games, such as a WPS Office document reader, built-in web browser and an EZWrite instant digital blackboard annotation tool and media player app. Moreover, its touch-enabled OSD menu is extremely user-friendly. Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux and Chrome, each IFP is built to work seamlessly with a wide range of computing and mobile devices.
In classrooms and meeting rooms, the IFPs’ Near Field Communication (NFC) pen makes setting up different colors and sizes of text simple and quick. The “BenQ Suggest” function recommends useful apps and simplifies downloads, ensuring a hassle-free and high-tech collaboration experience. For administrators, the BenQ Multiple Display Administrator software adds remote monitoring and control of all displays, in addition to administering instant equipment performance and providing status alerts for IT staff, eliminating the burden on resources and time when displays are deployed across a network.
The BenQ RP654K, RP704K and RP750K 4K IFPs are now shipping. Here are all the specs. Leave a Comment
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VUE h-208 Loudspeaker DebutsVUE Audiotechnik debuted the next addition to its h-Class family of ultra-high-definition, full-range loudspeaker systems. The h-208 includes a custom-designed 3-inch diameter large-format compression driver that features a Truextent beryllium diaphragm and a powerful Neodymium magnet. VUE says this combination allows the HF unit to deliver dramatically better high-frequency extension and response linearity than more traditional aluminum or titanium-based designs. A precision engineered 70° x 45° (HxV) horn ensures predictable coverage.
The compression driver is joined by two custom-designed and manufactured 8-inch transducers. These transducers have large, 3-inch (75 millimeters) voice coils that increase power handling while minimizing losses due to power compression.
A 64-bit digital processor handles EQ, time alignment, crossover management, speaker protection, and complete SystemVUE network control and monitoring functions. A dual-channel, high-efficiency amplifier delivers 1600 watts LF, and 275 watts HF power long-term with more than 3,000 watts output. What’s more, the Class D design eliminates the need for noisy cooling fans, while a lightweight, fully protected, switch-mode power supply provides worldwide compatibility with universal mains operation from 85V to 260V.
All transducers and VUEDrive electronics are housed in a birch enclosure that includes integrated M10 hanging points as well as the h-Class’ distinctive, deep red multi-layered powder coated grill. A U-bracket yoke is provided as standard for easy installation and aiming. The h-208 also features a built-in stand mount for portable applications.
The h-208’s unique enclosure is the perfect marriage of form and function. Due to its low-profile design and rear-cabinet slant, the h-208 can be easily hung from the ceiling at steep angles while maintaining a very profile. The unique cabinet shape also allows the h-208 to serve as a high-output stage monitor for applications where stage depth is limited, but sound quality and output are critical.
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Optoma Debuts 4000 Lumen Education and Meeting Room ProjectorsOptoma today announced three new projectors designed for large classroom, corporate meeting room and training lab settings. The Optoma EH400+, W400+ and X400+ all feature a spec of 4,000 lumens and 22,000:1 contrast ratio and are integrated with Wall Color Adjustment Allowing you to adjust the projected image to accommodate different color walls — so you don’t have to use a screen. With a 1.3x zoom, the new line of proAV projectors are designed for installation. Inputs include two HDMI ports, VGA-in, composite video, USB power and content for legacy sources. A VGA Wireless Dongle and HDCast Pro are optional for wireless streaming and mirroring. All of them are single-chip DLP projectors.
The EH400+ is a native 1080p projector (1920×1080) and lists for $799. The W400+ is a WXGA projector (1280×800) and is $699. And, the X400+ is an XGA projector (1024×768) for $599. Here are links to more detailed specs for the EH400+, W400+ and X400+ Leave a Comment
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Atlona Ships 4K HDR-Capable HDMI Audio De-Embedder and DownmixerAtlona is now shipping its new AT-HDR-M2C audio converter. Designed for commercial or residential playback of multi-channel source content via displays, distributed audio systems, and whole-house audio systems, the AT-HDR-M2C extracts, decodes, and downmixes multi-channel PCM, Dolby and DTS audio from HDMI sources.
The AT-HDR-M2C delivers stereo downmixed audio over HDMI, analog unbalanced audio, and TOSLINK digital audio outputs. It also simultaneously passes through the HDMI input with no downmixing. The successor to Atlona’s popular AT-HD-M2C and AT-UHD-M2C-BAL, the AT-HDR-M2C is compatible with HDMI signals up to 4K/UHD at 60 Hz with 4:4:4 chroma sampling and supports HDR10 plus other HDR formats. The new audio converter is compatible with HDMI data rates up to 18 Gbps and is HDCP 2.2 compliant.
Compatible with current and emerging 4K/UHD and HDR sources and displays, the AT-HDR-M2C supports all video resolutions, audio formats – including all Dolby and DTS formats – and color spaces encompassed in the HDMI 2.0a specification, and can pass metadata for HDR content. The device can serve both surround-sound and two-channel audio systems from a multi-channel audio source, and can de-embed HDMI audio with or without being connected to a display or other HDMI destination.
Integrated EDID management features and audio volume, bass, and treble adjustments can be controlled through the device’s graphical web interface, third-party control systems, or the free Atlona Management System (AMS) network software platform. AMS enables systems integrators and users to set up, manage and monitor multiple Atlona solutions over a LAN, WAN or VPN.
The AT-HDR-M2C is $449.99. Here are all the details.Leave a Comment
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PreSonus Ships Quantum Thunderbolt Interface PreSonus is now shipping its Quantum Thunderbolt 2 interface. The 26 x 32-channel Quantum is the company’s fastest audio/MIDI interface, as it uses the Thunderbolt 2 bus and a direct-to-DAW signal path. Spec’d at 24-bit, 192 kHz converters with 120 dB of dynamic range and PreSonus’ recallable XMAX microphone preamps combine to deliver superb audio quality. For more I/O channels, you can stack up to 4 Quantum interfaces via Thunderbolt to create a monster 96 x 96 system.
The Quantum offers two combo mic/instrument/line inputs and six combo mic/line inputs, each with a digitally controlled XMAX preamp and +48V phantom power. You also get two ¼” TRS main outputs, the aforementioned eight ¼” TRS line outputs, and two independent headphone outs with dedicated volume controls. With ADAT Optical I/O and S/PDIF stereo digital I/O, you can have up to 18 additional digital inputs and outputs for a total of 26 in and 32 out. BNC word clock I/O ensures your Quantum and other digital audio devices operate in tight sync; and MIDI.
Designed to be the central hub for any recording studio, the Quantum offers two main and eight auxiliary balanced line-level outputs that are great for monitor mixing. An onboard talkback mic can be routed to any mix, and you can listen to any mix from either of two headphone amps. You also get Mute/Dim and Mono controls.
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InFocus Intros Affordable Jupiter 1000 4K Wall Processor InFocus Corporation today announces its Jupiter Control 1000 Series, an entry-level range of 4K (3840×2160) display wall processors. Designed for smaller installations, Control 1000 processors come fully pre-configured as stand-alone display wall processors with hardware that can decode up to eight IP streams and support up to 10 direct video connections. InFocus Jupiter Control 1000 processors can be used as a stand-alone solution driving a single video wall or integrated into a fully networked enterprise solution that is managed by the Canvas platform, enabling robust collaboration between video walls, operators, ancillary displays and even mobile devices.
The Jupiter Control 1000 Series processors ship with Windows 10 and will run Windows applications directly on the processor. Capable of ingesting video and other visual information from any IP encoded source, direct video connection, or Windows 10 ready application, the Control 1000 also ships with the InFocus Jupiter Canvas 5.3 collaborative visualization software. Canvas 5.3 manages sources including live streams from network cameras and mobile devices, application screens from PCs, and real-time data feeds. Users can view, share, and annotate on the live feeds with remote colleagues working on a range of different devices, including smartphones, tablets, laptop, and desktop PCs, or in conference rooms equipped with InFocus CRS-4K endpoints.
The latest 4K video processor in the Jupiter product line, the Control 1000 is capable of decoding up to five non-HDCP 4K signals. It supports input signals with a 4K DVI input card that leverages a DVI-D dual-link connector. The Control 1000 Series video processors also support up to four non-HDCP 4K outputs on a single CPU chassis. Each 4K display has a resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels per mini DisplayPort interface and onboard software decoding can decode any IP stream up to 4K HD resolution.
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