Volume 5, Issue 2 – February 29, 2016
AV Insider
AV Power Up!
Tech Chaos
Good AV
THE WEEK
Rants and rAVes
Selling AV
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February 10, 2016
Episode 64: Dolby ATMOS & Vision Explained
Stuart Bowling, director of content and creative relations at Dolby, speaks with me about a few of technologies he helped developed, such as DOLBY ATMOS, and Dolby Vision, to name just a few. We get real in-depth about both of these cinematic technologies that have help change the way we hear, see, and experience movies today. We also talk about some other really interesting topics (Astromech/DROID building), and a few things that you can only hear on this episode of AV insider.
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February 1, 2016
Episode 63: Hear the Pro Audio Difference with Tectonic Audio Plates
Denny Mayer, VP of business development, and Dave Firestone, CMO at Tectonic Audio Labs, speaks with Johnny Mota about the company’s “tectonic shift” in in pro audio with audio plates, or as Johnny refers to them as “high tech cardboard.” They are changing the look and sound of Pro-Audio applications, one tectonic shift at a time. Johnny and Dave cover new products, technology licensing in car, residential audio (big brand names) and a few other secrets you can only hear on this episode of AV Insider. |
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February 26, 2016
Episode 44: We Get to the Surface of Collaboration
Welcome to the show and join the Crew: Corey CB Moss, Johnny (Stuff n’ Things) Mota and Katye McGregor Bennett as they welcome their guests:
Linda Civitillo – VP, Unified Communications and Collaboration and Microsoft Surface Hub Practice Leader at AVI-SPL (@avisplinfo)
New Crew member Victoria Barela (@barelAVictoria)
On this episode we talk to Linda about the Microsoft Surface Hub and she tells us all we need to know about one of the biggest things (literally) to happen to collaboration in AV and IT. According to AVI-SPL, one of Microsoft’s Surface Hub partners “… Surface Hub is a significant solution that will transform the way we communicate and collaborate.” Listen in as Linda tells us how and why.
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February 22, 2016
Episode 4: The Geek Girls Are Here!
Vanessa Folk, PR Manager at GeekGirlCon, Torrey Stenmark, DIY Science at GeekGirlCon, and Richard Prevete (@RichardPrevete), Audio Visual Technician at Compass Group North America, speak with host Christa Bender (@AVChrista) to discuss ISE, role models, mentorship, certifications, gaming, comic books, science, and math. Christa briefly discusses her use of the Shure MV88 microphone while at ISE. You will learn a secret tip on how playing Goldeneye on the Nintendo64 will make you a better first-person shooter. All of these topics and more can be heard on this episode of Tech Chaos. |
February 12, 2016
Episode 3: wePresent at ISE 2016
Eva Cannon, Director of Marketing and Events for US Office, speaks with host Christa Bender (@AVChrista) live from the ISE show floor. They discuss ISE, products, and new releases. All of these topics and more can be heard on this episode of Tech Chaos. |
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February 23, 2016
Episode 487: Sony Talks 4K Laser and a Projector That Shoots Backward
Sony went to ISE in Amsterdam and debuted six new models and one was a 5000 lumen 4K projector, the VPL-GTZ270, that can handle a color space of 4:4:4 @60Hz – one of only three projectors in the world that can say that.
Gary was joined by Sony’s Projector Product Manager, Sander Phipps, who not only explains the value of this 4K marvel but also why they launched a lens that can shoot backwards in the form of the VPLL-3003 – yes, backwards. Listen to this podcast to learn all the details.
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February 22, 2016
Episode 486: The Most ISE Coverage, Ever
We just returned from the ISE Show in Amsterdam — and we compiled the most show coverage we’ve ever completed. All the details are in today’s podcast!
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February 12, 2016
Episode 485: ISE Special Podcast: Recapping Day Four of ISE 2016
On this special edition of Rants and rAVes, Gary and Joel discuss day four at Integrated Systems Europe. They talk overall impressions of the ISE show and their favorite products of the day. Joel’s favorite product of the day is ClearOne’s new distributed microphone system, while Gary’s is the Biamp Devio. |
February 11, 2016
Episode 482: ISE Special Podcast: Recapping Day Three of ISE 2016
On this special edition of Rants and rAVes, Gary and Joel discuss day three at Integrated Systems Europe. They talk OLED and laser phosphor as well as favorite products seen today. Joel’s favorite product of the day is the Savant remote while Gary’s is the inorganic EPSON projectors. |
February 11, 2016
Episode 481: ISE Special Podcast: Gary Interviews Christa Bender of AVT
On this special edition of Rants and rAVes, Gary sits down with Christa Bender, inside sales and marketing coordinator of AVT to discuss ISE day three. This year’s show is Christa’s first trip to ISE and her first trip to Amsterdam. They talk about Epson, LG, Samsung, Oblong, Nureva, Kramer and others. Listen in to hear what they both think of ISE 2016!
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February 10, 2016
Episode 479: ISE Special Podcast: Recapping Day Two of ISE 2016
Live from the ISE 2016 show floor in Amsterdam, at the Kramer booth (#1 F-20), Gary is once again joined by rAVe RADIO host Joel Rollins to discuss products and booths they saw on day two of the Integrated Systems Europe show. Tune in to hear what they have to say! |
February 10, 2016
Episode 478: ISE Special Podcast: Gary Hosts #LiveInstall’s Kris Gamble
Live from the ISE 201UK-based custom smart home integrators Kris Gamble, creator of the #LiveInstall hashtag on Twitter, joins Gary on today’s podcast. Kris accidentally created a worldwide AV phenomenom. Listen to Gary and Kris discuss the story behind #LiveInstall and what’s happened since.
And you’ll be hearing more from Kris as he’s about to become a regular podcast and blogger for rAVe. Kris is the owner of CUSTOMISED in the UK.
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February 9, 2016
Episode 476: ISE Special Podcast: Gary Interviews Aviv Ron of Kramer
On this ISE special podcast, Gary sits down with Kramer’s Aviv Ron, VP of Strategy and Business Development for Kramer Electronics, who discusses how Kramer fared on Day-1 of ISE 2016. He highlights their top new products as well as what was the most popular products from ISE visitors.
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February 9, 2016
Episode 473: ISE Special Videocast: Epson Launches 25K Lumen Projector and More
Epson just launched itself into the rental and staging market, as well as expanded its large-venue offerings by introducing 25K and 12K lumen projectors. Gary was joined by Epson’s Senior Product Manager for Projectors Sean Gunduz, who gives us all the specifics of the new projectors. The new projectors are laser 3LCD and use an inorganic phosphor wheel. Sean also has one other surprise that you’ll only hear about here — the world’s first zero-offset projector lens.
They will be exhibiting this for the first time, worldwide, at ISE in Hall 1 Stand H90. Epson also created an ISE Microsite for all the new Epson ISE product launches.
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February 8, 2016
Episode 471: ISE Special Podcast: An Interview With Brady Bruce of InFocus
Gary talks to Brady Bruce, formerly of Jupiter Systems, now vice president of marketing at InFocus, about InFocus’ acquisition of Jupiter, Avistar and BitCo, as well as what InFocus is showing this year at ISE 2016 in Amsterdam. To find out more about how InFocus is incorporating Jupiter technology into InFocus products such as the Mondopad, plus new collaboration solutions being offered, listen in to this special ISE podcast. |
February 8, 2016
Episode 470: ISE Special Podcast: Epson Discusses Big 2016 Plans Including ISE Debuts
Gary is joined by Epson’s VP of North American Marketing, Rajeev Mishra, who took the time to not only review 2015, but also talked about their aggressive plans in 2016 – including a totally new market entry. Epson has over 50% worldwide marketshare in projectors and is Mishra talks about their focus on news Laser projectors using 3LCD technology. At ISE, they have three big lunches, too. They will be in Hall 1 Stand H90.
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February 4, 2016
Episode 467: ISE Special Podcast: KanexPro to Make EMEA Debut at ISE 2016
KanexPro will be looking for dealers and distributors at ISE and they will be exhibiting in the new company Discovery Zone at ISE in stand 6-M166. They were one of the early HDBaseT adopters (since 2010) and they will be showing new 4K technology at ISE. Gary was joined by KanexPro’s VP of Sales and Marketing Mathew Bute and he talks KanexPro’s differentiator. |
February 2, 2016
Episode 465: ISE Special Podcast: Just Add Power’s ISE Plans
Gary Skyped in with Just Add Power’s Daniel Adams today to discuss the company’s booth/stand plans for next week’s ISE Show in Amsterdam. In addition to focusing on 4K over IP, the company has some simplified integrator tools they’ll launch, all of which are detailed in this podcast. Just Add Power will be in stand 5-R108.
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February 1, 2016
Episode 464: ISE Special Podcast: Crestron Talks ISE 2016 Plans
Gary was joined today by Crestron’s head of marketing for EMEA, Tim Hyman, who detailed Crestron’s big ISE 2016 plans. Instead of being product focused, Crestron plans to surprise everyone at ISE with a different booth plan than any other show before (listen in and be in the know). Of course, Crestron has some new product surprises planned, and there’s a hint at one All-in-One system product in this podcast, as well as details about CresFest at ISE. Listen to this podcast for all the specifics and then head over to Crestron’s ISE microsite to register for an appointment or for their party.
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February 25, 2016
Episode 21: Dress the Part
Gone are the days where sales people wear a suit and tie to every meeting. So given the differences between regions and the businesses we call upon, how do we assure we always look professional? Find out in this week’s Selling AV. |
February 19, 2016
Episode 20: Meet People Where They Are
In today’s world of traditional and digital communications, it’s important that you pay attention to how your customers like to communicate and make sure you meet them where they are. Take a five-minute spin through this topic and get a little bonus piece of advice in this week’s Selling AV.
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