Gary Kayye, founder of rAVe Publications, is one of the most prominent personalities in the audiovisual industry. He has been a contributor to WIRED magazine and a technical advisor and columnist for Sound & Communications magazine as well as an opinionated columnist for rAVe [Publications] since 2003. In addition to his writing and market analysis, Gary has been a product, marketing and business operations consultant to dozens of AV companies in the U.S. and overseas. Clients have included companies such as Sony, Sharp, Epson, Lutron, InFocus, Sanyo, Mitsubishi, NEC and Philips.
Gary, who has been involved with the audiovisual market for over 20 years, was the recipient of the InfoComm 2003 Educator of the Year Award and the 2007 NSCA Instructor of the Year Award. Over the years, he has donated much of his time as an active volunteer in the AV industry’s trade association and served as chairman of InfoComm’s Professional Education & Training Committee (PETC), chairman of the ICIA Design School Committee and chairman of InfoComm’s Installation School Committee. In addition, he has served on the InfoComm board of governors. He also helped grow the InfoComm Projection Shoot-Out as the premiere AV industry trade show special event serving on the committee from 1991 through 1997, and was instrumental in launching the Shoot-Out in the European market at the Photokina Expo in 1994 and 1996 as well as the Asian market at the 1995 and 1997 INFOCOMM Asia shows.
Prior to founding his own company, Gary was vice president of sales and marketing for AMX Corporation (www.amx.com), a manufacturer specializing in professional AV and residential AV control systems. Prior to AMX, Gary spent nine years at Extron Electronics (www.extron.com), rising to the position of vice president of sales and marketing.
Gary earned his bachelor’s degree in journalism in 1987 from the University of North Carolina and is currently Adjunct Faculty at UNC in the School of Journalism teaching a class on how future technologies will affect the future of advertising, PR and marketing.
He is also the founder of Swim for Smiles, a non-profit that raises money for the N.C. Children’s Hospital through swimming and other fitness-related events for kids.
You can contact him at gary@ravepubs.com..
Origin Acoustics introduced its Origin PRO line of commercial-grade speakers and amplifiers. Derived from Origin Acoustics’ residential architectural loudspeakers, the company says the Origin PRO has taken the same feature-rich product ethos toward the commercial installation market. Origin Acoustics says a complete line of Origin PRO speakers is available in three form factors: in-ceiling, surface […]
On my latest pre-ISE-2024 Rants & rAVes episode, I invited David Missall, Sennheiser’s insights manager consultants & technical application engineer manager, on as my guest. Missall took us through everything Sennheiser will show at ISE in Barcelona (next week!). The EMEA market will see the TeamConnect Bars for the first time and hear about how […]
This latest pre-ISE-2024 videocast features Vestel Head of Sales Burak Ozdemir, to talk with me about the company’s presence at ISE stand/booth 3F200. Its all-new lineup will include digital signage displays, dvLED displays and interactive/collaboration boards. Vestel is an up-and-coming display manufacturer who is well-poised to become a leader in EMEA. You don’t want to […]
RGB Spectrum is debuting a lot of new stuff at one time. Including: Zio Recording & Media Server: Available in various models designed to support multiple stream recording and playback simultaneously, with storage options sized to meet customer requirements. Playback options include synchronized group playback, pause playback, different speeds, jump to time, and more. Zio […]
Origin Acoustics announced the expansion and acoustic technology upgrades of its Ambisonic Bollard landscape speaker solutions. The speakers will feature Ambisonic ribbon tweeter technology, expand from two to three speaker sizes to complete the series, and introduce a new hexagonal design to complement any residential or commercial outdoor space. The Ambisonic Systems Bollard landscape speakers […]
Blaze Audio just announced the new PowerZone Connect 8-channel Power Amplifiers. Available in 1RU (PowerZone Connect 508 / 1008) and 2RU (PowerZone Connect 4008 / 6008) form factors, these new 8-channel amplifiers can power both conventional low-impedance (508 & 1008: 4Ω to 16Ω / 4008 & 6008: 2Ω to 16Ω) loudspeakers and constant voltage (70V/100V) […]
Jetbuilt appointed Max Kopsho, RCDD, PMP, CTS-I/D, to a business development role. In this position, Kopsho will be part of a plan to expand business relationships, support the development of new and existing customer connections, and enhance the overall sales operations. Kopsho brings a wealth of success to the position, with expertise in strategic planning, […]
XTEN-AV announced it has received a minority investment from Resideo Technologies, Inc. Resideo is a global manufacturer and developer of technology-driven products that provide critical comfort, energy management and safety and security solutions. Resideo is also a global distributor of security, life safety, AV and low-voltage products through its ADI Global Distribution business. XTEN-AV provides […]
Crestron Electronics announced the launch of the new 1 Beyond PTZ camera line. This line includes four cameras, each equipped with optical zoom. Included in the lineup are the i12 and i20 which have built-in Visual AI framing and tracking capabilities, as well as the p12 and p20 which are standard PTZ cameras that complement […]
ScreenBeam released Orchestrate by ScreenBeam, an instructional tool for classroom orchestration and student management. Orchestrate combines wireless screen sharing with classroom management capabilities, designed to enhance teacher and student engagement in a 1:1 environment. Orchestrate by ScreenBeam supports up to 50 student Windows and Chromebook devices without taxing the teacher’s laptop or the school’s network […]
HOLOPLOT announced the appointment of Jocelyne Bückner as its new head of marketing. Based in Germany, Bückner brings over 15 years of marketing experience gained in various senior positions, including her latest leadership role at d&b audiotechnik as director of brand and corporate communications. Reporting to HOLOPLOT CEO, Roman Sick, Bückner explains that she had […]
intoPIX has debuted the TicoXS FIP codec chip for AV-over-IP applications. This includes CPU or GPU software senders and receivers utilizing laptops or mini PCs, and Fintegration into Intel FPGA or AMD FPGA, within an 8K and a 4K over a gigabit-based IP network, and incorporation with wireless transmission. The intoPIX JPEG XS, combined with […]
Winslow Studio was selected by Connecticut-based advertising agency, Cronin, to create an immersive installation for a prestigious nonprofit cancer organization donor event in Seattle, Wash. in early December. The event celebrated the efforts of the organization and its supporters to continue providing comprehensive care and advanced research to prevent, treat and defeat cancer and infectious […]
7thSense announced the release of its newest media server product, R-Series 8. R-Series 8 is designed to be a flexible mid-range 3U media server to cater to the needs of generative projects and mid-range media-based attractions. R-Series 8 will officially debut at the 7thSense stand (#5G110) at ISE 2024. As the second release in the […]
DynaScan Technology announced the launch of its latest outdoor kiosks featuring multi-technology integration that can seamlessly integrate various display technologies, including LCD, LED, LED tickers, and ePaper. Joining the company’s DK Series of outdoor displays, the kiosks are available in three sizes — 65″, 75″ and 86″ — and are offered in both dual-sided and […]
Atlona has introduced what the company is calling “an alternative to touch panels” for AV control in smaller spaces and less complex applications. The AT-VKP-8E provides IP-based system control in environments with a keypad interface, such as standard classrooms and small meeting spaces, is preferred. Using ePaper, the VPK-8E features eight buttons that can be […]
Midwich Group announced the acquisition of The Farm, a West Coast manufacturers’ representative and technical services provider. Based in Silicon Valley, The Farm will join Starin Marketing. Editorial Note: This is a good move by Midwich. Kudos to them. But, what is not a good move is the continued confusion and lack of value-based branding […]
Timing is everything and the co-founders of XTEN-AV, Vibhav Singh and Sahil Dhingra, couldn’t have timed a capital investment from ADI any better as they head to ISE 2024. XTEN-AV will use ISE to add two new features to its cloud-based AV design and proposal software. And this will be the first live look at […]
Barco just launched the ClickShare Bar, two different video bars for UCC applications in small and medium-sized meeting rooms. Both video bars integrate a ClickShare Conference (plus a wired USB-C input) with a camera, speakers, and mic array. The all-in-one video bar features noise suppression and acoustic echo cancellation for audio along with video speaker […]
Humly announced a strategic partnership with AplusK, a distribution firm serving the Benelux region of Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg. Humly says this alliance is set to supercharge the reach of its hardware and software products and solutions in the Benelux market, with a promise of a “significant boost” in workplace productivity and focus. With hybrid […]
ISE 2024 attendees will have the opportunity to experience The Sound Solution in person at booth 7C700, where Renkus-Heinz will exhibit various systems, including the ICLive X Series and Iconyx Compact Series from its flagship line of digitally steerable arrays, the UBX Series of passive column loudspeakers and the new OmniBeam beam-steering software. Members of […]
Red Dot Digital Media recently completed a campus-wide AV integration at Valley Christian, a K-12 college preparatory school located in San Jose, California. The institution has been an educational fixture in the Silicon Valley for more than 60 years. Given its location, it’s no surprise that Valley Christian strives to deliver a tech-forward experience for […]
Fulcrum Acoustic announced the appointment of AUX Import as its new distribution partner in the United Kingdom. AUX Import will distribute the full Fulcrum Acoustic and Fulcrum Immersive product range across the U.K. This partnership “reinforces Fulcrum’s presence in EMEA, alongside other distribution partners in the region.” Val Gilbert, director of business development for export […]
Alfalite will be at ISE 2024 with two separate booths showcasing its VP XR solutions for the corporate, broadcast and cinema markets, as well as its ORIM technology panels for rental and fixed installation and the new AlfaArt digital art LED solution, which will make its debut at the show. At its booth 5A300, the […]
Today’s pre-ISE-2024 videocast features more than a sneak peek with Sharp NEC Display Solutions Europe; in fact, I learned everything the company will launch at ISE next week. The most popular new technology will likely be two new color epaper digital signage displays along with a new CoB 0.7mm pixel-pitch LED. However, new UCC products […]
Today’s pre-ISE 2024 videocast features Mago Co-Founder and VP of Global Strategic Alliances Cristiano Fumagalli, who not only explains where we can see the collaborative technology but also teases us with an awesome demo on the platform! Watch this and then make sure you see the company’s tech in the Jupiter stand (3N700) as well […]
Here’s an early look at a totally new wireless mic system making its debut at ISE 2024, thanks to Shure’s senior manager, integrated systems global marketing, Chris Lyons. The system will be a hit with universities that need sound reinforcement and mic’d professors, but it certainly has a lot of other applications as well (you’ll […]
Humly will unveil its latest Booking Device at ISE 2024 later this month, including a new network-enabled accessory that improves powering and control functionalities for desk integrations. Now shipping and available worldwide, Humly’s Booking Device is a flexible device for mounting on and underneath a variety of surfaces where people work, gather and collaborate. Its […]
Airzone Control announced integration with the full portfolio of Nest thermostats. The companies say integrating the Airzone Aidoo Pro and Nest smart thermostats (Nest Thermostat and Nest Learning Thermostat) enables bidirectional communication between the Inverter/VRF and mini-split HVAC units that are “soaring in popularity.” Simplified smart thermostats and HVAC units speak different languages. Since Inverter/VRF […]
Samsung Electronics America is powering the immersive in-store experience at the Good American flagship store at the Westfield Century City Mall in Los Angeles. Samsung commercial LED displays installed throughout the store engage shoppers with inspiring content that highlights Good American’s newest styles, best-selling products and outfit ideas. Launched as an e-commerce brand in 2016, […]
WEY Technology (WEYTEC), a manufacturer of workplace solutions on trading floors and in control rooms, is bringing its workplace solutions back to Barcelona in 2024 with a booth presence at stand 5H300 to the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) show. The event is set to take place in the Fira de Barcelona Gran Via conference center […]
openGear Leader Partners will showcase their newest openGear-compatible products during the Integrated Systems Europe Conference (ISE) 2024, announced Ross Video, the company behind the open-architecture modular frame system. AJA Video Systems, Apantac, Cobalt Digital, MultiDyne, Ross Video and VITEC will demonstrate on the show floor and their websites how the openGear platform supports the deployment of […]
