Gary Kayye

Gary Kayye

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..

Exertis Almo 2023 Spring E4 Experience Program Will Offer InfoComm Technology Sneak Peeks and More

This week, Exertis Almo is headed to Santa Clara, California, for its next stop on the spring 2023 E4 Experience tour. The E4 Experience Santa Clara builds off last month’s visit to Dallas with more InfoComm “sneak peek” products, new exhibitors and a deeper dive into the topics of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Register […]

Exertis Almo 2023 Spring E4 Experience Program Will Offer InfoComm Technology Sneak Peeks and More

Lightware Visual Engineering Announces Moose Adams Director of Enterprise Sales for Americas

Lightware Visual Engineering announced Michael “Moose” Adams as director of enterprise sales for the Americas. Adams will champion enterprise sales operations and lead business development to establish and strengthen customer relationships. Adams has over 30 years of success in sales, marketing and operations in the enterprise technology sector. Adams has worked with many companies, including […]

Lightware Visual Engineering Announces Moose Adams Director of Enterprise Sales for Americas

Crestron Electronics Promotes John Clancy to Chief Sales Officer

Crestron Electronics today announced the promotion of John Clancy to the position of Chief Sales Officer, effective immediately. In this newly created role, John will lead and unify the global Crestron sales organization to drive market growth and enhance customer satisfaction. Reporting directly to Crestron CEO and President Dan Feldstein, John will continue to be […]

Crestron Electronics Promotes John Clancy to Chief Sales Officer

ClearOne Releases New Features for BMA 360 Microphones, CONVERGE Pro 2 Mixers and CONSOLE AI Software

ClearOne today announced the availability of several new features for its BMA 360 microphones, CONVERGE Pro 2 (CP2) family of digital signal processing mixers (DSPs) and intuitive CONSOLE AI configuration software. The new features include customizable beam pointing for ClearOne’s BMA 360 ceiling tile microphone, native camera tracking in the CP2 DSP mixer, and chairman […]

ClearOne Releases New Features for BMA 360 Microphones, CONVERGE Pro 2 Mixers and CONSOLE AI Software

Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America and Sharp NEC Display Solutions of America Launch AQUOS BOARD Interactive Display

Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) and Sharp NEC Display Solutions of America (SNDSA) announced the launch of the new 4W-B series of AQUOS BOARD interactive displays. The new value-priced series is available in four sizes: 55″ Class (54.6″ diagonal), 65″ Class (64.5″ diagonal), 75″ Class (75″ diagonal), and 86″ class (85.6″ diagonal). […]

Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America and Sharp NEC Display Solutions of America Launch AQUOS BOARD Interactive Display

Here’s an Outdoor-Rated PoE Splitter for Situations Like Digital Signage Installs and Live Events

Transtector has released two new outdoor, IP67-rated Power over Ethernet injectors and a PoE-compatible splitter. The new injectors add power to a PoE-capable device through its Ethernet data cable, eliminating the need to run a separate electrical cord to the device and to have to install a power outlet near it. The splitter enables removing […]

Here’s an Outdoor-Rated PoE Splitter for Situations Like Digital Signage Installs and Live Events

Sam Taylor, of Almo Pro A/V and Electrograph Fame, Starts HBCU-Focused Charity — Swim With Purpose

With the goal of raising $1 million to rejuvenate a community by bringing back a swimming facility to Kentucky State University (KSU) students and YMCA members in the local area, a new charitable fund called Swim With Purpose has officially launched. Founded by AV industry executive and avid swimmer/swim coach, Sam Taylor, Swim With Purpose […]

Sam Taylor, of Almo Pro A/V and Electrograph Fame, Starts HBCU-Focused Charity — Swim With Purpose

Atomos and Sony Announce Integration of Ci Media Cloud and Atomos Cloud Studio

Atomos and Sony Electronics have announced a collaboration that will enable Ci Media Cloud access directly from Atomos Cloud Studio — integrating Atomos’ pioneering CONNECT range of camera-mounted monitor-recorders which can be attached to virtually any HDMI or SDI camera source. On-set camera-to-cloud workflows significantly speed up content creation by reducing the time it takes […]

Atomos and Sony Announce Integration of Ci Media Cloud and Atomos Cloud Studio

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1214: Sam Taylor Wants Us to Swim With Purpose and Support Kentucky State University

After 40+ years in AV, Sam Taylor found his next passion — raising $1 million for Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Kentucky State University. The university needs its pool renovated — not only to run its swim program but to save lives as well. Watch this videocast and DONATE to this amazing cause!  […]

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1214: Sam Taylor Wants Us to Swim With Purpose and Support Kentucky State University

New URC Remote Aimed at ProAV and HomeAV Market at the Same Time

URC announced the launch of its latest gaming-inspired handheld user interface. The new TDC-5100 combines URC’s legacy of handheld user interfaces with touch screen and hard buttons. Continuing its product innovation plan, URC is launching the TDC-5100 with a gaming-inspired design, hard and digital buttons, and fast processing. This new, combination of touch screen and […]

New URC Remote Aimed at ProAV and HomeAV Market at the Same Time

BirdDog Debuts X120 Wi-Fi-Enabled Production PTZ With NDI HX3

BirdDog debuted the X120, saying it’s the world’s first Wi-Fi-enabled production PTZ with NDI HX3. The X120 connection options include wireless NDI HX3 over Wi-Fi. Additionally, BirdDog says the X120 can send NDI HX3 over Ethernet, features SDI and HDMI for traditional baseband video workflows, and UVC via USB-C for direct connection to Zoom, Teams, […]

BirdDog Debuts X120 Wi-Fi-Enabled Production PTZ With NDI HX3

Samsung’s The Wall Makes Debut in Dubai Luxury Hotel

Samsung Electronics announced that Atlantis The Royal, a new resort from Kerzner International on Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, has been outfitted with its industry-leading displays, including The Wall, as well as Samsung Smart Signage displays both indoors and outdoors. Following the 2023 grand opening of what has been dubbed one of the world’s top resorts, guests […]

Samsung’s The Wall Makes Debut in Dubai Luxury Hotel

Summcinfo/Zhongli Intelligent Joins SDVoE Alliance

The SDVoE Alliance, a nonprofit consortium of technology providers collaborating to standardize the adoption of Ethernet to transport AV signals in professional AV environments, announces Summcinfo/Zhongli Intelligent has joined the SDVoE Alliance as an adopting member. Summcinfo/Zhongli Intelligent Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. is a professional manufacturer of audio and video products integrating research and development, […]

Summcinfo/Zhongli Intelligent Joins SDVoE Alliance

PPDS and Telelogos Partner to Bring Advanced Content and Device Management Solutions to Philips Tableaux

PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips professional displays, has announced that Telelogos software has been approved as the very first remote device management solution for the new Philips Tableaux range of Advanced Colour ePaper displays. Philips Tableaux ePaper displays have opened up an exciting new era of digital signage displays, with the innovative series […]

PPDS and Telelogos Partner to Bring Advanced Content and Device Management Solutions to Philips Tableaux

New Barco-Commissioned Study Finds NOC and SOC Operators May Be Stuck On Premises Due to Old Tech

Remote working. It has rapidly found its way into the business routine of many. Especially since the COVID-pandemic and the 2020-2021 lockdowns, remote working has become a given in many sectors. So, what about control rooms? Are professionals there allowed to log in from home, or are they expected on-site during working hours? That was […]

New Barco-Commissioned Study Finds NOC and SOC Operators May Be  Stuck On Premises Due to Old Tech

JVC Professional Video Releases Several Solutions for a Complete Production Workflow at NAB 2023

JVC Professional Video, a division of JVCKENWOOD USA Corporation, introduces several new entry-level solutions aimed at smaller production teams ― such as houses of worship, college sports broadcasters and local news OTA stations ― at the 2023 NAB Show (Booth C4218). Among these is the new RM-LP5G CONNECTED CAM PTZ Joystick Controller, which will be […]

JVC Professional Video Releases Several Solutions for a Complete Production Workflow at NAB 2023

Audinate Adds New API Targeting System Integrators and Service Providers

Audinate, developer of the Dante AV-over-IP solution, has announced the immediate availability of a new API available with Dante Domain Manager 1.5. The API allows service providers, integrators, software developers and OEMs to build Dante control and monitoring into management applications, control hardware, automation scripts, help desk solutions and software-based source switching. The API provides […]

Audinate Adds New API Targeting System Integrators and Service Providers

Panasonic Connect Expands KAIROS Live Production and Esports Platform

Panasonic Connect North America announced the expansion of KAIROS, its live video production and esports platform, to incorporate a new cloud-based solution along with recent hardware and software updates. These enhancements will expand the platform’s ability to support more complex productions by streamlining workflows and giving production professionals “greater flexibility to deliver rich content.” As […]

Panasonic Connect Expands KAIROS Live Production and Esports Platform

Ashly Audio Showcases MA Amplifier Series at NAMM 2023

Ashly Audio is showcasing the new MA Amplifier Series at the upcoming 2023 NAMM Show taking place in Anaheim, California. Ashly Audio will feature the MA Series at Booth 14216. MA Series Models The MA Series is the latest addition to the Ashly Audio amplifier lineup, bringing a new approach to the existing power amplifiers. […]

Ashly Audio Showcases MA Amplifier Series at NAMM 2023

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1213: I Want YOU to Register for ‘Moving AV Outside: The Webinar’

Next week, I will host AV’s first look a the future of outdoor systems in “Moving AV Outside,” hosted by Exertis Almo — you can register here. Obviously we have digital signage and scoreboards that have been outside forever, but we have a lot more coming. Just watch this teaser with LG’s Clinton Roudenbush, then […]

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1213: I Want YOU to Register for ‘Moving AV Outside: The Webinar’

Sony Electronics Announces MDR-MV1 Reference Monitor Headphones

Sony Electronics announced the MDR-MV1 Reference Monitor Headphones, designed for professional sound engineers and music creators. The headphones combine sound quality with long-lasting wear and reliability. Their open-back design enables accurate reproduction of a wide sound field, making them a suitable option for mixing and mastering immersive spatial sound, such as 360 Reality Audio, as […]

Sony Electronics Announces MDR-MV1 Reference Monitor Headphones

Barco Launches CTRL — a Control Room Software Platform

Last week, Barco launched something dubbed Barco CTRL, its new control room software platform. The ambition is to simplify workflows, deployment and serviceability, allowing users to securely connect to their sources, from any location, and interact with the content on any video wall or operator desk. Barco says CTRL is very powerful, it is also […]

Barco Launches CTRL — a Control Room Software Platform

Uniguest Releases Caveman 3.4 Version of Tripleplay Digital Signage Platform

Uniguest has announced the release of Caveman 3.4, the latest software version of its leading Tripleplay digital signage, enterprise video and IPTV software platform. The new release brings numerous enhancements to increase functionality and ease of use including a brand-new IPTV Portal Editor, additional digital signage scheduling options, Reserva room booking platform endpoint monitoring, and […]

Uniguest Releases Caveman 3.4 Version of Tripleplay Digital Signage Platform

LG Business Solutions USA Will Show VP and XR Stage Solutions at NAB

LG Business Solutions USA just previewed new Virtual Production (VP) and Extended Reality (XR) stages anchored by large DVLED (direct-view light emitting diode) displays at NAB. The XR DVLED Stage will demonstrate 1.5mm DVLED technology with the strength and design resiliency of a rental-style product, which attendees can experience through a 20-foot-wide, 11-foot-tall 4K Ultra […]

LG Business Solutions USA Will Show VP and XR Stage Solutions at NAB

AVer Just Launched One of the Coolest (and Most Functional) USB-Based UCC Cameras Ever!

AVer Information announced the AVer A30 Camera, an all-in-one device combining a document camera, microphone, and speaker. The A30 is a multi-functional tool that enhances collaboration and connectivity for hybrid meeting environments. Designed for huddle spaces, small meeting rooms, personal desks and home offices, the A30 features a 13-megapixel camera to deliver an impressive 4K […]

AVer Just Launched One of the Coolest (and Most Functional) USB-Based UCC Cameras Ever!

Martin Audio Announces Nine New Products — Including Portable FlexPoint Series

Martin Audio has announced nine new products including the portable series, FlexPoint, primarily targeting the premier rental market. Martin says FlexPoint systems deliver sound to match the expectations of prestige venues and top-flight touring artists, while their passive two-way configuration heeds the need to reduce running costs and amplifier count. Comprising five models — all […]

Martin Audio Announces Nine New Products — Including Portable FlexPoint Series

NDI, AMD Claim a Single-Chip AV-over-IP Ecosystem Aimed at ProAV. But, Is It?

NDI says it has “entered a new phase with the purpose of scaling the NDI protocol as the IP standard that connects all devices and software used to create, share, collaborate, and consume video in any industry.” However, it seems to be the same as what the company already has with new branding. See for […]

NDI, AMD Claim a Single-Chip AV-over-IP Ecosystem Aimed at ProAV. But, Is It?

Utelogy Corporation Partners With NETGEAR to Expand Utelligence Program

Utelogy Corporation has announced the expansion of its Utelligence Program for AV and UC Device Standardization with support for NETGEAR AV Line Managed Switches. This strategic partnership with NETGEAR, a respected manufacturer of AV-over-IP switches, offers end-user customers, integrators and Managed Service Providers a range of benefits. Through this partnership, Utelogy users can expect “seamless […]

Utelogy Corporation Partners With NETGEAR to Expand Utelligence Program

E Ink Announces Kaleido 3 Outdoor ePaper Technology

E Ink announced its latest color ePaper technology, E Ink Kaleido 3 Outdoor — an outdoor color display technology. This new, print-color ePaper is designed specifically for Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) advertising signage and is suitable for outdoor use in varying temperature ranges. It offers dynamic color display capabilities, poster-like visual quality and a low-carbon and […]

E Ink Announces Kaleido 3 Outdoor ePaper Technology

Sharp NEC Display Solutions Adds Larger 4K Resolution E Series Displays

Sharp NEC Display Solutions just launched larger 4K resolution E Series Displays. Completing the E series lineup, already comprised of 32, 43, 49, 55 and 65-inch displays, the E758 and E868’s durability and extended run time offers a “highly effective solution to any space needing signage, such as education sites, corporate workplaces/meeting rooms, and medical […]

Sharp NEC Display Solutions Adds Larger 4K Resolution E Series Displays

E Ink Launches Spectra 6 for Indoor Advertising and Signage

E Ink today announced the launch of E Ink Spectra 6, a new color product geared for in-store advertising, indoor signage or any paper sign replacement. E Ink Spectra 6 is a full-color product with the ability to give a visual performance similar to the most advanced paper color printers on the market today. E […]

E Ink Launches Spectra 6 for Indoor Advertising and Signage

The Snap One Files — Episode 12: We Get By With a Little Help From Our Partners (And Vice Versa!)

Welcome back to “The Snap One Files.” For the last 11 episodes, we’ve shown you how Snap One is unique to any other company in AV. You know that now. But in this episode, we’re focusing on partnerships — Snap One has so many. So sit back, relax and learn about how Snap One gets […]

The Snap One Files — Episode 12: We Get By With a Little Help From Our Partners (And Vice Versa!)