Volume 13, Issue 10 — May 20, 2015
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Industry News Unified Collaborative Conferencing Projection Digital Signage Audio Cables, Cases, Furniture, Mounts, Racks, Screens & Accessories Control & Signal Processing Media Players, Recording & Distribution
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Options for Wired Infrastructure Multiply Creating New Opportunities
By Chris Chinnock Display Central
It used to be that organizations would set up multiple wired infrastructure networks to handle phone, data, video, audio, control, security, KVM, etc. Now, multiple options are emerging that can allow one or two networks to do all the stuff of multiple networks in the past. That is creating lots of new opportunities for hardware, software and installation providers and offering real benefits to end users.
Multiple networks are not uncommon in broadcast, government, control centers and corporate environments. Each can require its own hardware, software and dedicated technicians to maintain, upgrade and operate the network. Audio guys don’t talk IT and may not talk video, so it becomes an expensive proposition.
In addition to convergence of the networks, the demands on the networks is increasing as 4K content becomes more prevalent and video use skyrockets. As a result, new solutions are emerging that bundle together certain convergence features that meet the needs of targeted markets or applications.
HDBaseT is a perfect example of the trend we are talking about. The 2.0 standard uses an Ethernet infrastructure to offer the option of delivering five different elements: audio and video, power, USB, control or Ethernet. How you use it depends on your needs.
The HDBaseT specification supports an asynchronous channel with up to 7.2 Gbps capacity. That means you can deliver 4K resolution video at 60 fps with 4:2:0 chroma sampling, with other capabilities running in the auxiliary channel. Although HDBaseT can transmit for up to 328ft, the distance is dependent on the quality of cable, environmental noise, and video definition.
But you may also find HDBaseT is also really good for delivering 1080p class video plus power to a monitor over a single wire with control and Ethernet. This makes sense for a low power device like a monitor, but maybe not for a more power hungry device like a projector (HDBaseT can deliver up to 100W of power over a LAN cable).
HDBaseT does require that hardware in the network support the HDBaseT protocols to implement a solution. Alternatively, a company like ZeeVee says they can use standard off the shelf networking gear to deliver audio and video.
From its rich history in the in-premise distribution of multiple HD sources to unlimited numbers of televisions/displays over coax using RF encoding/modulation, ZeeVee has been evolving to address the market need for 4K video distribution. Its new ZyPer4K enables users to shift from conventional, proprietary switching solutions to industry standard, off-the-shelf 10Gb Ethernet technology.
The high speed and high bandwidth associated with 10Gb Ethernet infrastructure provides ultra-low latency distribution over very long distances, and because of its true IT DNA, ZyPer4K will be one of the first companies truly supporting a single network architecture for both IT and AV.
For those longer distance runs or for very low latency applications, Thinklogical has come up with a new solution called TLX. This is based upon an uncompressed 10Gbps network fabric that allows end users to use either CATx cable or fiber optic cable from the same card.
For example, if you are transporting 4K or 2K content over relatively short distances you can use one or two CATx cables. Need to go further with low latency? Then use the fiber options (single or multi-mode). In addition to AV transport, such networks are also able to integrate KVM (keyboard, video and mouse) capabilities to allow remote users to run applications on a central server with no lag.
But if you want a really big pipe MHL now offers a connection standard that can run at up to 36 Gbps over a single cable. Granted, the distances will be short, but this is ideal for moving 4K, 6K and even 8K video from PCs to display without having to worry about synchronizing multiple cables.
There is also a new trend to start to add compression to the distribution of audio and video over the “last six feet.” This has always been an uncompressed channel, but VESA has announced the use of light compression to help manage the demand for more pixels and related data over cabling with limited bandwidth.
All of these issues and more will be discussed at the upcoming Display Summit event on June 15-16. This is a pre-show thought leader conference and exhibition just prior to InfoComm. In addition to a symposium session on these connectivity issues, a special demo area will highlight the design space of some key solutions. On display will be:
- Thinklogical will showcase its 2K and 4K integrated KVM and video extension solutions over one or two fiber optic or CATx cables
- HDBaseT will showcase its bandwidth can be allocated to 4K AV or a combination of video with additional options like power, control and Ethernet signaling
- ZeeVee, Inc. will showcase the ZyPer4K that allows for the distribution and switching of high definition uncompressed video, audio, and other data signals using ZyPer4K encoder and decoder modules and off-the-shelf 10Gb Ethernet switches (both fiber and copper)
We know the demand for more bandwidth will continue, so how can wired infrastructures adapt to these demand? We will learn a lot more at Display Summit.
You can register for the Display Summit, to take place the two days before InfoComm 2015, June 15 and 16, in Orlando at the Orange County Convention Center, here. rAVe readers can use code DS15_RAVE to save $100. Leave a Comment
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When Will the 8K Display Market Start?
By Yoonsung Chung DisplaySearch
UHD (4K) resolution is becoming mainstream in the high-end TV market. UHD TV panel shipments reached only 63K in 2012, but jumped to 19M in 2014. IHS forecasts 4K TV panel penetration will double in 2015, reaching 15%. Penetration is forecast to increase to over 30 percent in 2018.
But as usual, resolution continues to be pushed even higher. So the next question is, when will 8K displays start to penetrate the market?
Japan and Korea are the most advanced countries in 4K broadcasting, but even they have only pilot broadcasting and limited 4K for satellite and cable, not for terrestrial broadcasting. Yet, the industry continues to push forward with the resolution trend even when the eco-system is not prepared.
Once a resolution is introduced to the market, it continues to grow for around six years. Then, a new, higher resolution replaces it. For example, HD resolution grew from 2000 to 2006 and then began to disappear as FHD resolution was introduced. FHD resolution then increased up to 2012, along with the digital transition worldwide. But FHD started to decline with the rise of UHD resolution.
Therefore, it seems possible that 8K display penetration could start around 2018. In fact, Japan is considering 8K broadcasting in the 2018-2020 timeframe. From an industry perspective, 2018 is a reasonable year to introduce 8K displays. 4K penetration is expected to reach over 30 percent penetration and become mature around then. So, 2018 could be the year that industry players need another driver, like 8K, to stimulate the market. If so, leading makers may ramp up their 8K display business in 2015-2016 to take the initiative.
However, there are several key issues in producing 8K displays. First is the resolution itself. 8K needs four times more data processing and pixels in the display. This means that high speed electron mobility backplane technology is required. Another issue is transmittance. It is believed that 8K displays cause poor transmittance compared with typical panels, creating lower brightness, higher costs, and greater power consumption. Finding ways to overcome these issues will be a big challenge for panel makers. It is likely that they will develop more advanced sub-pixel rendering technology for 8K displays.
Korean makers might be more aggressive in 8K since Taiwanese and Chinese makers took the initiative with UHD in its early stages. Korean makers do not want that to happen again with 8K. Therefore, they may begin 8K display mass production in 2016. Japanese and Chinese panel makers are also preparing for the 8K display era. Competition is not visible now, but it will be soon. Leave a Comment
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InfoComm Announces 2015 AV Award Winners
InfoComm International today announced the winners of its annual AV awards. A list of all the 2015 award winners follows:
Adele DeBerri Pioneers of AV Award:
Brian Critchley, Founder and Managing Director (retired)
Digital Projection
CTS Holder of the Year
Byron Tarry, CTS, LEED AP, Director, Enterprise Solutions
Sharp’s Audiovisual
Educator of the Year
Paul Zielie, Jr., CTS-D, Manager, Enterprise Solutions
Harman/AMX
Fred Dixon Service in Education Award
Alan Brawn, CTS, ISF-C, Principal
Brawn Consulting
Volunteer of the Year
Ron Camden, Vice President of Global Sales
Biamp Systems
Women in AV Award
Heather Callaway, CTS-D, RCDD, LEED AP, Principal
SiteReady Design
Wendy Cox, Director, Product Group Development
Milestone AV Technologies
Young AV Professional Award
Jeremy Caldera, CTS-D. CTS-I, Lead Audiovisual Design Engineer
Zeller Digital Innovations
AV Award winners are selected by the InfoComm Awards Committee, a group comprised of association volunteers, except for the Volunteer of the Year, which is determined by staff. A celebration of the recipients will take place at the InfoComm 2015 AV Awards Dinner on Tuesday, June 16 at 7 p.m. at the Valencia Ballroom in the Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Fla. Tickets to this black-tie optional event can be purchased here. Leave a Comment
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Display Summit 2015 Agenda Nears Completion, Save $100 Off RegistrationThe sessions, speakers and specials demos planned for Display Summit 2015 are nearly complete. The thought leadership event, which focuses on the latest advancements in the pixel pipeline from generation to display, takes place June 15-16, 2014, just prior to InfoComm, Orlando, Fla., at the Orange County Convention Center.
Planned Special Demos include:
- High dynamic range – Comparison of standard and high dynamic range images
- Wide color gamut – Comparison of content mastered 2020 and rec 709 color spaces
- Distribution Formats: Vendors show various combinations of more cables, multiplexing features and compression to distribute 4K or 8K content
- LED vs.LCD – a side by side comparison between a 1mm LED video wall and a high-brightness large scale LCD video wall
- Comparison of new color accurate projectors vs. reference monitor
- Augmented and virtual reality demos
The Preliminary Agenda:
Monday, June 15, 2015
- Trends in High Dynamic Range Ecosystem – Philips, Real D, others
- Display Components – Wavien, Microlite Screen
- Lighting Components – Philips Lighting
- Trends in AR / VR – DigiLens, Kverve Optics, Immersion –VRelia, others
- Why Color Accuracy is Becoming More Important – BenQ, Sharma Consulting
- Networking, Exhibits, Demos and Refreshments
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
- 4K Distribution: More Cables? More Features? Compression? – HD BaseT, ThinkLogical, ZeeVee, MHL Consortium
- Digital Cinema Panel – Barco, Christie, NEC
- Wide Color Gamut Displays – Sony, Nanosys, Canon, Digital Projection, QDVision
- Trends in Large Format Displays – Panasonic, NEC, Lyle Bunn, Userful
rAVe readers can get $100 off registration by using code DS15_RAVE online here. Leave a Comment
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SynAudCon to Deliver Three-Day Sound Reinforcement for Technicians Course at InfoComm SynAudCon’s three-day Sound Reinforcement for Technicians seminar will help you learn the practical information to install sound systems correctly and to troubleshoot existing systems. Watch the three-minute video to learn more.
- June 13-15, 2015 at InfoComm in Orlando, FL
- Seminar instructor is Pat Brown.
- Approved for 24 InfoComm RUs and 21 BICSI CECs.
- Price: $995
- Register online here.
Here’s a description of the seminar: Its relatively easy to interconnect a chain of audio components to produce sound. But how do I know that the system is operating at its fullest potential?
- Is the gain structure right?
- Are the amplifiers sized correctly?
- Is the system equalization optimal?
This three-day multi-media seminar will answer these questions and more. Hands-On exercises are included, with attendees using an iPod Touch controlling an audio instrumentation interface to make basic system measurements. You can register here. Leave a Comment
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Barco Intros NRC-200 for Large-Scale Collaboration and Content SharingCollaboration in meeting and training rooms has evolved over the past couple of years — thanks, in part, to Barco’s ClickShare. Most often in the past, just one person brought the content to present or discuss — either on paper, as a PowerPoint presentation or in any other carrier — and the others would listen. But the introduction of a wide variety of mobile devices (including laptops, smartphones and tablets) has introduced a new challenge: now, every meeting participant brings his or her own content to the table, and might want to share it with the other attendees, in a quick and easy way.
To meet these needs in large systems, Barco is introducing its interactive collaboration platform for meeting and training rooms. According to Barco, this platform allows users to enrich the meeting with content from any digital device – not only laptops, smartphones and tablets, but also document cameras, networked sources, IP cameras, and more. The meeting participants have total freedom over what and how to share, making meetings ever more collaborative and engaging.
The platform’s power not only lies in the range of devices supported — it also facilitates structuring in the collaboration mix. With an easy-to-use touch-screen interface, a moderator selects which content is shown on the large screen. This is especially useful in large meeting rooms or training rooms, where a lot of people want to share their views at the same time. Moreover, the touch-screen interface can also be used to select the layout of one or two central screen(s). This allows the moderator to highlight certain content windows by making them larger than the others. The system’s intelligence proposes layouts to make sure the screen’s pixel estate is used optimally.
Barco’s networked collaboration solution for meeting and training rooms is composed as a modular system. This means additional equipment and technology can be added at any time, making it an extremely future-proof system. At the heart of the system is Barco’s new NRC-200 networked room compositor. This device receives all input sources (up to eight), does the necessary processing, and can drive two screens of up to UHD (4K) resolution. Both screens are controlled by a user interface on a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) touch-enabled PC and can show completely independent content. Moreover, the solution also includes a ClickShare CSC system to connect laptops, tablets and smartphones. Optional AV-to-IP encoders can be added to connect non-networked sources.
All components of the solution, including the new NRC-200, are currently shipping and here are the details. Leave a Comment
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SMART Launches kapp iQImagine a 4K display with a built-in whiteboard that enables multi-way linking between any combination of devices, anywhere in the world — that’s SMART kapp iQ. SMART kapp iQ lets everyone, whether in the meeting room or classroom, see what is being written in real time. It doesn’t stop there. Anyone can contribute from their device, and when they do, whatever they write appears not only on kapp iQ, but is seen by everyone instantly, on their own device.
SMART says that the kapp iQ isn’t just a whiteboard. Host live sessions between multiple SMART kapp iQ boards across remote locations. Anything written or shared on the SMART kapp iQ is viewable on connected boards, and participants are able to share right back. Connect any Android or iOS device to the SMART kapp iQ and you can share and save in real time to any connected laptop, tablet, smartphone or other SMART kapp iQ boards with access to a web browser. And, SMART kapp iQ is available in two sizes: 55″ and 65″ (diagonal).
Connect with the board through the SMART kapp app, connect your device to the board in a single step using a QR code. Only one person needs to connect. Once you’re connected, share the meeting with participants in the room or across the globe.
After you connect, a URL is immediately created for your session. Email the link to whomever you’d like to have join, and they’ll see the content on their display as it unfolds on the kapp iQ. Up to 250 participants may join a session with the SMART kapp Plus subscription (up to 5 participants allowed with the free SMART kapp starter subscription). Any participant can capture and save notes as snapshots (JPEG or PDF), and store them on Evernote for archiving and easy distribution.
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WolfVision Jumps Into Collaboration Market With Cynap BYOD Box That Also Records Content WolfVision’s new Cynap BYOD collaboration and information sharing system will officially debut at InfoComm in Orlando next month, but we were at the launch last week. Cynap is promoted as a complete, open platform multimedia interface allowing you to share information and materials — in any format, from any device, to any location — at any time. The system features ‘Bring Your Own Device’ capabilities, as well as HD recording, streaming, and media player functionality. Think of it like Barco’s ClickShare but with lecture/meeting capture added to it.
See a video rAVe shot of Cynap here.
Cynap is compatible with iOS, Android, and Windows devices and it allows up to four devices to share content simultaneously on-screen with 4K UHD output resolution (four 1080p outputs). And, it supports both AirPlay and Miracast mirroring.
Recording functionality is what differentiates this BOYD product as it enables HD capture of all multi-media presentation and lecture content. Saved sessions can also be automatically uploaded to specific destinations on an FTP server or streaming distribution services when automated distribution of recorded content is required.
Additionally, WolfVision’s new vSolution Capture app enables large numbers of students or virtual attendees to receive and record a direct stream of content from Cynap anywhere within the network with voice-over commentary and audio included. The Capture app even allows recipients to personalize their own copy of the recorded stream by adding notes and annotations in real-time.
WolfVision says their Cynap’s user-friendly interface allows individuals to easily access materials, as well as display, play, record, and stream all commonly used media simultaneously — providing unlimited media sharing options during lectures, collaborative sessions, and professional meetings. ‘Live’ materials are also easily integrated, when used in combination with a WolfVision Visualizer. The official launch of the Cynap system will be at InfoComm 2015 at WolfVision Booth #C3733.
When it’s on WolfVision’s website, it will be here.
See a video interview about Cynap with WolfVision’s Arthur Jenni here. Leave a Comment
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BenQ Introduces MX570 Entry-Level Projector Aimed at Education Corporate Meeting Rooms BenQ America’s new MX570 Colorific projector is spec’d as a 3,200 ANSI lumen, 13,000:1 contrast ratio projector integrated with their SmartEco technology. Designed specifically for classrooms and conference rooms, the MX570 is an XGA resolution (1024×768) projector that includes HDMI and VGA connectivity and uses a 10,000 lamp.
Designed for setups across entire facilities, the MX570 features remote management via LAN — providing management for IT staff via remote monitoring, scheduling and maintenance from any location over a network. For even further convenience and to ease installations into existing infrastructures, the unit’s LAN terminal is compatible with AMX, Crestron, Extron and PJLink. The MX570 features a 1.3x zoom as well as vertical keystone correction, while HDMI, VGA, S-Video, RS232 and RJ45 inputs.
Here are all the detailed specs of the $529 MX570. Leave a Comment
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Epson Adds PowerLite 4770W to Large Venue Projector Lineup Epson today introduced the PowerLite 4770W, a $1,999, 5,000 lumens (of color brightness) WXGA (1440×900) resolution 3LCD projector, the newest edition to the PowerLite 4000-Series.
The 4770W includes horizontal and vertical lens shift, has HDMI, VGA and DisplayPort inputs as well as wireless projection via Epson iProjection app as well as these features:
- Built-in lens shift: Up to 70 percent vertical lens shift and 38 percent horizontal lens shift
- Remarkable video processing: Faroudja DCDi Cinema technology for exceptional video quality without introducing artifacts
- Split Screen Capability: Project two images (video or still) side by side from two different sources, simultaneously
- Network management and control tools: Remote presentations, built-in schedule function and EasyMP
- Monitor tool to monitor and control all networked Epson projectors, setup email notification, and verify and change internal settings
- Advanced installation features: Including point and arc correction to easily adjust each side of an image for a perfectly rectangular image
- Centered lens design: Position the ceiling mount, screen and projector independently; screen will align with the lens at the center of the projector
- Convenient test patterns: Nine patterns to check linearity, color reproduction, bleeding and tone production; distortion detection included
- Long lamp life: High efficiency lamp lasts up to 5,000 hours in ECO mode and 4,000 hours in normal mode; lamp and filter located on the side panel for easy access and quick, easy replacement even if the projector is mounted
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Zytronic Partners with SpinTouch to Launch Mozayo Touch Table Zytronic has partnered with SpinTouch International and Rok Interactive bring to market the Mozayo, a multi-touch table that has the best ergonomic design on a touch table we’ve ever seen here at rAVe.
Available in four different finishes and designs, the Mozayo supports up to 40 simultaneous touch points on a high-definition 46 inch multi-touch display driven by an embedded high performance Windows 8.1 PC. The touch table is built to be rugged and reliable in order to withstand the most demanding indoor environments. The glass edge-to-edge, zero bezel design repels water and minimizes glare from overhead lighting.
Interactive software and hardware developer, SpinTouch, in looking for touch screen technology, sought to utilise Zytronic’s Projected Capacitive Technology (PCT) for its superior performance over other technologies examined. Zytronic’s multi-touch sensors combine unrivaled durability and fast, accurate touch performance with crisp, sleek aesthetics. The Mozayo makes use of Zytronic’s ZXY200 multi-touch controller in conjunction with a 46-inch PCT touch sensor underneath 8-millimeter thermally toughened glass.
The Mozayo can be used with a downloadable custom software package from SpinTouch, ‘My Showcase’ and ‘Dream Touch’ programs offering enhanced presentation and animation features, ideal for promotional or retail applications.
Careful consideration was paid, in designing the Mozayo table, to ensure that this interactive product offered the highest standards of accessibility and functionality. For this reason, it is fully compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and designed from the outset to be wheelchair friendly.
Here are all the details.
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Yamaha Ships TF Series Digital Consoles, Debuts TF StageMix Mobile Mixing AppThe new Yamaha TF series digital consoles are now shipping and, simultaneously, they have launched TF StageMix, a free iPad app that provides wireless remote control of TF digital mixing console functions via a simple, intuitive graphical interface. The app is designed to make setups faster and lets engineers adjust monitor mixes from the vantage point of the performers onstage or the listener out in the audience using a simple touch interface that directly controls mixing parameters, including channel strip, noise gate, compression and EQ.
The TF series (which stands for TouchFlow Operation) comprises three compact digital mixing consoles, the TF5, TF3 and TF1, which feature 33, 25, or 17 motor faders, respectively, along with 32, 24, or 16 rear-panel analog inputs. Each console includes recallable Yamaha D-PRE pre-amplifiers for the first time in a digital console, which facilitates support for live music and events where full setup changes need to be made on the fly. There are a total of 48 inputs on the TF5 and TF3, with 40 on the TF1, including dual stereo analog/USB digital inputs and dual returns. Advanced live recording features include up to 34 x 34 channel recording and playback via USB 2.0 and 2 x 2 with a USB storage device. All of this, plus seamless operation with high-performance I/O racks.
Some of the TF series features include a 1-knob COMP and 1-knob EQ features make it easy to dial in the ideal sound via a single rotary control on inputs for adjusting individual sources and on outputs for overall sound control. The GainFinder feature facilitates optimum gain setup for individual input signals, making ideal overall signal quality easily achievable.
The TF5 (List: $4,200), TF3 (List: $3,500) and TF1 (List: $2,950) are now shipping. Here are the detailed specs. Leave a Comment
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Bogen to Debut Four New Lines at InfoComm Bogen Communications will be introducing several new products at InfoComm 2015 including a line of compact, half-rack width amplifiers; a 500-watt amplifier; a compact line array loudspeaker system; and a digital loudspeaker controller.
The CC4062MBT is the latest model in the CC-Series of amplifiers which are 40-watt compact amplifiers with varying inputs and features. The new CC4062MBT provides seven inputs (three mic/line, one aux, one tel, a built-in Media Player with EQ, as well as Bluetooth source-pairing capability) and an MOH output. In addition, it offers individual phantom power for MIC inputs, volume controls for each input, priority muting, bass and treble controls and a REC output. These amps are housed in half-rack width enclosures. Each amplifier measures 8-1/4” wide by 3-1/2” high by 10-3/8” deep and weighs 11 pounds. They work with 70V, 25V, 4-ohm and 8-ohm speaker systems.
Bogen has also added a 500-watt amplifier to its Gold Seal Series. This new addition, Model GS500, provides the same features as the other five models in the series but with double the power (500 watts). Features include seven inputs (four mic, one mic/tel, one mic/aux, one aux); 10-band graphic equalizer; loudness contour control; audio enhancement; phantom power for each MIC input; variable music muting; remote master volume control; automatic level control; balanced line driver output; low-cut filter for MIC channels; and AUX fade back after TEL page.
The Gold Seal Series works with 4-ohm, 8-ohm, 25V, 25VCT and 70V systems. The GS500 provides several safety features such as thermal and overload protection. Separately sold accessories include a tamper-resistant front cover, rack mounting kit and a remote volume control.
Bogen’s ALA-1 system is a compact line arrays system consisting of four parts:
- The ALA-1 is the main array, which incorporates four metal-alloy woofer cone drivers featuring the pioneering voice-coil guidance system by NEAR, with Ferrofluid in the magnet gap.
- The ALA-1LT Long-Throw module increases the array length by 50 percent, focusing this extra energy to augment and extend the performance of the ALA-1 for longer distances.
- The ALA-1DF Down-fill Module increases vertical coverage below the main array greatly improving articulation in front row near-field listening areas often eliminating the need for stage-based front fill speakers.
- The ALA-1S has a 12” woofer which provides high output and extended bass for music and video productions. In addition, a unique mounting bracket that allows the full ALA array to be suspended and tilted.
Finally, the Apogee Model DLX24 is a two-input by four-output digital loudspeaker controller that they say is designed for both live sound and fixed installations. The DLX24’s software allows custom configuration of any combination of Apogee speaker presets and provides remote volume control and monitoring of the speaker system through a PC USB interface. Users can access up to 8 bands of parametric equalization, up to 910 milliseconds of delay, LP and HP crossover filters, and peak compressor/limiter (per input channel). Output channels offer the same input capabilities and include an additional RMS compressor/limiter. Output channels can be specific protected Apogee speaker presets or non-protected for non-Apogee products.
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James Loudspeaker Adds to Small Aperture Architectural Speaker Series with Ultra-Shallow Full Range Solution James Loudspeaker has added to its lineup of Small Aperture architectural speakers with the introduction of the 63SA-4 in-wall/in-ceiling loudspeaker. The 63SA-4 is a three-way speaker system delivering superb room-filling musical playback through a discreet, paintable 3-inch round or square grille.
Constructed of premium aircraft-grade aluminum, the Small Aperture series loudspeakers have been engineered to deliver the full musical experience including high output levels, deep, defined bass and wide dispersion into the listening area while meeting the stringent demands of interior designers. Ideal for both renovation and new construction projects, the James 63SA-4 fits elegantly into any 2×4 stud bay. And James Loudspeaker’s innovative telescoping bracket system eliminates hassles while increasing efficiency for integrators by accommodating irregularly spaced studs. The bracket provides a firm and secure mounting fixture for the loudspeaker assembly.
The James Loudspeaker 63SA-4 utilizes proprietary drivers including a 6.5-inch aluminum woofer, a 2-inch midrange and a ¾-inch tweeter. Custom integrators will appreciate the adjustable overload protection circuitry, ensuring the highest degree of reliability and performance tailored to each environment. Designed for whole-house entertainment clientele seeking a premium performance solution that dramatically outperforms traditional in-wall or in-ceiling speakers, James delivers true high-fidelity, superb off-axis performance, unmatched durability and aesthetic perfection.
The aluminum perforated grilles of the 63SA-4 (included) come in both round and square designs that fit perfectly inside many different trim kits for an elegantly flush installation no matter the mounting surface. The industry standard mounting pattern accepts trim kits from premium lighting fixtures to provide another décor-matching option, as well as custom color-matched or wooden grilles to ensure seamless integration into any environment. Measuring in at less than 4-inches deep, the 63SA-4 has been engineered to install easily and efficiently, making the James brand a go-to solution for professional integrators around the world.
The James Loudspeaker Small Aperture 63SA-4 is already shipping and has been ETL/UL approved. It lists for $1500 (USD) each and more details are here. Leave a Comment
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Auralex Now Shipping ProKit-1 and ProKit-2 ProPanel Kits Auralex Acoustics is now shipping its ProPanel ProKit-1 and ProKit-2 kits — all-in-one acoustical room treatment systems designed to address the acoustic and aesthetic needs of the small and medium-sized project studio (ProKit-1) as well as the most demanding professional mix/mastering environments (ProKit-2).
Consisting of beveled-edge 2’x4’x2” ProPanel fabric-wrapped Class A absorptive fiberglass panels, these cost-effective kits are highly effective at controlling critical mid- and high-band frequencies. The ProKit-1 and ProKit-2 kits also include 2’x4’x2” mitered-edge ProPanel corner treatments that provide low-frequency absorption, which is critical in small and medium-sized rooms. Based on the 2” thickness of the ProPanels included in both kits, there is a greater surface area of coverage per panel over other competing offerings. The Auralex ProKit-1 and ProKit-2 room treatment systems are available in two standard fabric choices, sandstone or obsidian, and include all mounting hardware.
ProPanel ProKit-1:
- For rooms 12’x12’ and up
- Two M224 SST & OBS
- Seven B224 SST & OBS
ProPanel ProKit-2:
- For rooms 18’x20’ and up
- Six M224 SST & OBS
- 12 B224 SST & OBS
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Beale Street Audio Reveals Beale Xpress Line, Adds New Distributors Beale Street Audio is broadening its product line to include Beale Xpress, a line of amplifiers, subwoofers and speakers designed for integration and featuring its Sonic Vortex Technology. The line includes residential audio solutions, 70/100v speakers for commercial applications and products for the international market.
Initial Beale Xpress speaker offerings will include: 4, 6.5 and 8-inch in-ceiling models, 4 and 6.5-inch in-wall models, angled in-ceiling and dual voice coil models, 6.5 and 8-inch in-ceiling subwoofers, and 70/100v in-ceiling speakers for commercial applications, all powered by Sonic Vortex. The Beale Xpress line also includes single room and multi-room amplifiers, subwoofer amplifiers, IR products, EZBrackets, kits accessories and more. All products mentioned are available now, or will be within 45 days.
Beale Xpress products will also be available in parts of Europe, the Middle East and Africa from BMB Electronics B.V., the Netherlands-based distribution company Beale Street Audio recently acquired. BMB will prime Beale Xpress for immediate international expansion by serving as the central European hub for all Beale Street Audio product lines and instantly creating a more efficient and responsive supply chain.
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Anchor Audio to Launch Bigfoot Powerful Portable PA System at InfoComm 2015 in OrlandoThe Bigfoot Line Array is being promoted by Anchor Audio as the most powerful battery-operated, portable PA ever built — and it will debut this June at InfoComm 2015. The Bigfoot outputs 130 dB and 400 watts AC/DC of sound through its five 8” neodymium woofers and one high-efficiency tweeter, all powered by three rechargeable batteries. It comes in a durable UV resistant enclosure and two rugged, heavy-duty 8” wheels.
The Bigfoot is the first Anchor Audio portable sound system that offers up to four built-in UHF wireless receivers. Standard inputs and outputs include: two universal microphone inputs, one 1/4” balanced line input, one 3.5 mm AUX balanced line input, and USB charging for portable devices. It also features standard built-in Bluetooth connectivity on all models and an optional built-in CD/MP3 combo player. The Bigfoot includes bass and treble controls for fine-tuning as well as a battery level indicator.
The Bigfoot Line Array is available à la carte as well as in packages with either two or four wireless receivers and microphones. The cost of a base unit starts at $3,350 and the top of the line package, the Bigfoot Quad, includes the system with standard built-in Bluetooth, a built-in CD/MP3 combo player, four wireless receivers and the customer’s choice of four wireless microphones.
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Listen Technologies Launches TalkPerfect DX Speech Enhancement System Listen Technologies launched the TalkPerfect DX Speech Enhancement System — the newest member of their ListenLoop line of products powered by Ampetronic. At train stations, movie theaters, customer return kiosks, security reception desks, banks/post offices, police stations, prison visitor desks, or in other noisy environments where customers are separated from staff members by a fixed screen for security or logistical reasons, it can be difficult for both parties to hear during transactions.
The full-duplex TalkPerfect system amplifies speech for both customer and staff in these environments while minimizing background noise and actively reducing acoustic feedback. The TalkPerfect DX Speech Enhancement System improves communication and also effectively increases the speed of transactions and boosts efficiency. Additionally, the system easily integrates with assistive listening counter hearing loops.
The system’s full duplex communication allows natural conversation, and the noise canceling microphones offer high rejection to background noise. Both channels feature independent volume controls, providing clear listening for both users. The TalkPerfect DX amplifier is typically installed below the counter in conjunction with a CLD1 induction loop, providing a fully integrated intercom and control module, with a host of features for integration and versatile use.
With four installation configurations, the system comprises a number of components and accessories, including:
- Combi Unit 400mm Gooseneck & LED (TP-CMB400LED)
- POD Loudspeaker (TP-PDS)
- Glass Mount Microphone (TP-GMM)
- PZM Microphone (TP-PZM)
- POD Microphone (TP-PDM)
- Four different installation kit options
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AVF Intros Electric Lift DeskAudio Visual Furniture’s (AVF) DS6330-LFT is an adjustable height work desk aimed at high tech classrooms, lecture halls and corporate training sites. It features a large work surface with easily accessible power and grommets for electronics and charging devices. Powered by Linak electric actuators with push-button height adjustment and height readout LCD, the desk can adjust from sit to standing position (27” – 50”) in a mater of seconds and also includes three user memory height settings for macro-adjustment.
The desk itself is made with furniture grade laminates and available also in thermowrap finish to match other AVF products and it has a large work-surface (63″ W x 30” D) to accommodate monitors, laptops and documents and, of course, it has a modesty panel with cable management.
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Extron Introduces New IN1608 Versions with HDBaseT Compatibility Extron’s new IN1608 HDBT is a new version of the IN1608 product family featuring an HDBaseT-compatible output for connectivity with HDBaseT-enabled displays. This twisted pair output can be used to send digital video and embedded audio, plus bidirectional RS232 and IR signals up to 330 feet (100 meters) over shielded CATx cable. The IN1608 is a highly versatile scaling presentation switcher that delivers all of the technologically advanced capabilities you need to design and integrate a complete AV system in one box. This includes an HDCP-compliant, multi-format video switcher, an advanced scaling engine, integrated DTP signal extension, an available high performance mono or stereo amplifier and an available built-in IPCP Pro 350 control processor for complete AV system control.
The IN1608 provides the convenience of supporting local and remote displays. The two DTP twisted pair inputs are compatible with a wide range of DTP 230 and DTP 330 Series transmitters for extending audio, video, and control signals up to 330 feet (100 meters) over a shielded CATx cable. The IN1608 can also remotely power each of the DTP transmitters over the same CATx cable, streamlining system design and installation. In addition, the IN1608 features an advanced scaling engine that can scale HDMI, RGB, component and standard definition video signals to a common high resolution output. It provides high performance de-interlacing of all interlaced signals up to 1080i, and Deep Color processing to deliver optimal image quality. With Extron exclusive EDID Minder, Key Minder and SpeedSwitch, integrators can easily connect sources and displays with plug-and-play simplicity, automatic device negotiation and nearly instantaneous switching.
The IN1608 can serve as the central component for audio system integration. It includes eight-input audio switching, two mic/line inputs, HDMI audio embedding and de-embedding, and several audio processing features for mixing, ducking, tone adjustments, and more. IN1608 SA models feature a two-channel 50-watt Class D stereo power amplifier, while IN1608 MA models include a 100 watt Class D mono power amplifier.
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Key Digital Intros 4K Distribution Amp With EDIDKey Digital’s newest is the KD-HD1x4ProK — a one-input, four-output HDMI distribution amplifier that’s spec’d to handle 4K resolution signals (4096×2160/60/30/24 or 3840×2160/60/30/24). The 3D-ready KD-HD1x4ProK can de-embed audio from the HDMI input and send it to external digital or analog audio outputs and manages TMDS re-clocking / signal re-generation, HDCP authentication to source and display and EDID Control handshake. It’s also specified at up to 12 bits/color.
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TE Debuts HDMI Extender and Matrix Transformative Engineering (TE) has launched the HXU-1 Xtreme HDMI extender that sends HDMI signals (1080p) up to 600 feet.
The HXU-1 is designed to simultaneously extend and distribute HDMI, USB, analog audio, RS232, and IR signals over CAT5e/6 and supports 1080p HD video and up to 1920×1200 (WUXGA) resolution. The HXU-1 transmitter and receiver units can be connected together for a long-range Point-to-Point connection via CAT5e/6 cable. They can also function as Point-to-Multi-Point or Multi-Point-to-Multi-Point solutions by connecting to a gigabit fast network switch with IGMP snooping and 8K Jumbo Frame support.
The HXU-1 TX transmitters and HXU-1 RX receivers are $499 each. Details are here. Leave a Comment
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RTI Ships T3x Remote Control Remote Technologies Incorporated (RTI) has started their T3x wireless controller – a two-way controller that includes video intercom capabilities, a haptic feedback touchscreen, and grip sensors while sustaining an incredibly sleek design and a lower price than its predecessor.
RTI’s T3x remote control is promoted as being completely customizable with a 3.5-inch LCD touchscreen interface with programmable “soft touch” hard buttons The T3x also features integrated grip sensors to keep the unit awake during use and an accelerometer that provides instant-on response and control via movements. The T3x allows direct control via infrared transmission in addition to three built-in wireless modes. Using RTI’s dual-RF platform, the T3x supports 433-MHz RF for one-way control while the device’s 2.4-GHz ZigBee capabilities allow bi-directional communication with RTI processors and seamless integration of third-party components such as music servers, lighting, HVAC, and security systems. For the ultimate control experience, the unit’s integrated 802.11b/g wireless Ethernet allows enhanced two-way control including dynamic graphics, IP cameras feeds and wireless program updates.
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Extron SMP 351 Integrates with Opencast Media Server to Automate Lecture Capture Extron’s SMP 351 now integrates with Opencast Media Server to create end-to-end solutions for recording AV presentations, from scheduling to publishing. Opencast is a free, open-source platform for the management of AV media recorded in training and education environments. The Extron SMP 351 Streaming Media Processor serves the role of a “capture agent” in an Opencast system. It combines a presentation source and camera video of the instructor with a background image into flexible layouts, which deliver the live presentation experience.
Organizations use Opencast to schedule, process, and distribute AV recordings to Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Blackboard, Moodle or Sakai, or Content Management Systems (CMS) such as Kaltura, YouTube or iTunes University. Opencast also provides a video-on-demand server that provides a browser-based player interface to play back recorded media. Recording schedules can be entered and managed directly from Opencast, while the SMP 351 continuously updates schedule data for reliable initiation of recording sessions. The SMP 351 delivers long recordings to Opencast as sequential MP4 files that maintain the complete audio and video program with no gaps, ensuring that events are captured in their entirety.
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Aurora Intros 4K Tuner Aurora’s new V-Tune Pro 4K is spec’d as a high definition worldwide tuning solution for any integrated system that requires IPTV, ATSC, QAM, DVB, NTSC and PAL. The tuner is capable of decoding MPEG2, MPEG4, VC-1, H.264 and H.265 with resolutions up to 4096×2160 @ 60Hz via RF and LAN. There is also an on-board 4K scaler for viewing 1080p HD content on 4K displays.
The V-Tune Pro 4K’s control includes IR, RS-232 and IP control. The user can create their own channels by assigning streaming content to a channel number and the V-Tune Pro 4K then switches between content by simply changing channels (on a 4K TV). Channel and device configuration is “cloneable” for setting up multiple V-Tune Pro 4Ks in a restaurant, hotel or hospital environment.
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