Jacob Blount

Jacob Blount

Jacob was a Project Manager at THE rAVe Agency and an Assistant Editor for rAVe [PUBS]. He worked on internal and client-based projects for the Agency and oversees rAVe [PUBS]'s live event trade show and event coverage, rAVe [NOW].

ZeeVee Launches Four-Channel IP Encoder at InfoComm

Expanding its line of AV-over-IP components, ZeeVee launched the ZyPerMX4, a four-channel encoder for distributing up to four HD sources over IP networks employing 1GB or faster switches. The new ZyPerMX4 encodes and distributes HD video content up to 1080p @ 60Hz and supports both multicast and unicast UDP and RTP encoding over a 1G […]

ZeeVee Launches Four-Channel IP Encoder at InfoComm

Linear Debuts New 7″ e3 Entry Access Control Solution at InfoComm 2018

Nortek Security & Control (NSC) today debuted the new Linear 7” e3 Entry System. Linear e3’s new 7” weatherproof product features a larger touchscreen display with a self-adjusting sensor, making it easy-to-read both during the day and at night, as well as in rain, sleet and snow. The display is paired with a stainless-steel keypad […]

Linear Debuts New 7″ e3 Entry Access Control Solution at InfoComm 2018

1 Beyond Announces Enhancements to Collaborate AVS System

1 Beyond has announced enhancements to 1 Beyond Collaborate AVS systems including better speaker tracking for video conferencing, lecture capture and meeting recording and streaming. The new Collaborate AVS system features and functionality includes: 2U Rack chassis, with four or eight SDI inputs, to mount securely with other units in an AV rack New custom […]

1 Beyond Announces Enhancements to Collaborate AVS System

ClearOne Adds JGEP 2000 AV-Over-IP Streaming Gear Called VIEW Lite at InfoComm

ClearOne has unveiled the VIEW Lite series of products. VIEW Lite has an Encoder EJ100, Decoder DJ100 and Controller CJ100 that together deliver full-screen, single-image video using JPEG2000 codec standard technology (at 1G), with a very low latency of around 1.5 frames end-to-end glass to glass with resolutions of 4K60 with 4:2:0 color space, and […]

ClearOne Adds JGEP 2000 AV-Over-IP Streaming Gear Called VIEW Lite at InfoComm

LG Adds to IT Portfolio with Cloud Computing Tech at InfoComm

LG Electronics USA Business Solutions announced the addition of new Thin Client and Zero Client solutions to its portfolio of commercial monitors at InfoComm 2018 in Las Vegas. New at InfoComm 2018, LG has unveiled a suite of cloud monitor solutions, including Zero Client and Thin Client displays, designed with the convergence of AV and […]

LG Adds to IT Portfolio with Cloud Computing Tech at InfoComm

Casio America Showcases Lineup of LampFree Projectors at InfoComm 2018

Casio will showcase its XJ-L8300HN 4K UHD projector spec’d at a brightness of 5,000 lumens and equipped with lens shift. Additionally, Casio will also have its Core and Advanced Series projectors on display. Projectors in these series feature a LED lighting with a 20,000-hour estimated operating life and can reach full brightness in as fast […]

Casio America Showcases Lineup of LampFree Projectors at InfoComm 2018

Biamp Introduces Web-Based Monitoring and Management Tool for Tesira and Devio Platforms

Biamp has announced the Biamp SageVue web-based monitoring and management platform for its Tesira and Devio product families. Deployed at the end user site, SageVue enables technology managers, integrators and end users to review a system’s status and perform several administrative tasks easily and efficiently. SageVue uses a browser-based interface to provide users with a […]

Biamp Introduces Web-Based Monitoring and Management Tool for Tesira and Devio Platforms

SurgeX Intros Defender Series Power Protection

AMETEK Electronic Systems Protection (ESP) today announces the new SurgeX Defender Series line of power protection products. Designed specifically to safeguard everyday applications, the Defender Series provides cost-effective, comprehensive power protection and conditioning to increase up-time and ensure connected equipment functions properly. Even the smaller, cost-conscious applications deserve proper power protection as a fundamental element […]

SurgeX Intros Defender Series Power Protection

ClearOne Debuts CONVERGE Huddle for Huddle Room Conferencing at InfoComm 2018

ClearOne announces its new, most affordable CONVERGE Huddle conferencing solution for huddle rooms and similarly sized meeting spaces. Derived from ClearOne’s latest CONVERGE Pro 2 line of DSP mixers, the CONVERGE Huddle comes with the latest Acoustic Echo Cancellation and Noise Cancellation audio processing algorithms. Using CONVERGE Huddle, audio and video collaboration applications are accomplished […]

ClearOne Debuts CONVERGE Huddle for Huddle Room Conferencing at InfoComm 2018

Optoma Introduces New Line of High Brightness, Laser Projectors

Optoma at InfoComm 2018 today unveiled four new laser projectors for higher education, houses of worship, rental and staging and corporate environments. The Optoma ZW500T, ZH500T, ZU500T and ZH500TST deliver 20,000 hours of virtually maintenance-free operation. Optoma ZH500T and ZH500TST are 1080p HD projectors that feature an impressive 5,000 lumens of brightness and a 300,000:1 […]

Optoma Introduces New Line of High Brightness, Laser Projectors

Crestron Extends Collaboration with Zoom with Enterprise Solutions

Crestron announced an extension of their relationship with Zoom Video Communications, Inc to offer an integrated solution for A/V presentation, conferencing and collaboration beyond the Crestron Mercury experience to larger, integrated spaces, with the TSW Touch Screen line. With this expanded partnership, Crestron and Zoom are able to integrate the entire Crestron ecosystem of control; […]

Crestron Extends Collaboration with Zoom with Enterprise Solutions

Kramer Shows Unique Video Wall Application as Part of its AV over IP Offering at InfoComm 2018

Kramer Electronics Ltd. is showcasing an end-to-end video wall application at InfoComm 2018. This is an SDVoE-based AV-over-IP solution for 4K60 video wall installations can scale up to 256 screens and support an unlimited number of sources simultaneously. Kramer KDS encoders/decoders coupled with Kramer Network, the company’s enterprise management platform, represent the core of the […]

Kramer Shows Unique Video Wall Application as Part of its AV over IP Offering at InfoComm 2018

Alcons Intros the VR5 Mini Versatile Monitor

Alcons’ new VR5 is a two-way mini versatile loudspeaker, specifically designed for near-field applications where ultimate fidelity response needs to be projected with wide horizontal and vertical coverage. The VR5 consists of the RBN202 pro-ribbon driver for HF and a dedicated-designed 5″ mid-bass for extremely low-distortion LF reproduction. The VR5 HF section has a 400-watt […]

Alcons Intros the VR5 Mini Versatile Monitor

Visiology to Showcase New Feature of Polywall Video Wall Management Software at InfoComm

A first preview of a coming feature of Polywall video wall management software — the integration with CCTV platforms — will be showcased on the Visiology booth at InfoComm 2018. Visiology has exhibited its software products for efficient collaboration, information management and visualization for several years at the US show. The new feature will facilitate […]

Visiology to Showcase New Feature of Polywall Video Wall Management Software at InfoComm

VUE Unveils Expanded e-Class at InfoComm

VUE Audiotechnik unveiled at InfoComm two additions to its e-Class range of high-definition, ultra-compact architectural speakers. The new e-351 Nano Coaxial Cube and the VUEDrive V242 Systems Engine join the e-352 to expand the line. Onboard ithe new e-351 Nano Coaxial Cube is s a 3.5-inch woofer that combines a large, high-temperature voice coil with […]

VUE Unveils Expanded e-Class at InfoComm

WyreStorm Adds 3×1 HDMI/VGA/DisplayPort Switcher for Small Rooms

WyreStorm just launched the new EX-SW-0301-H2 HDBaseT switching extender. The latest addition to its expanded presentation switcher line, the 0301-H2 addresses the increased demand for cost-efficient presentation solutions for small meeting rooms and huddle spaces in corporate and education sectors. Designed as a solution for any meeting or huddle space requiring multi-participant presentation and collaboration, […]

WyreStorm Adds 3×1 HDMI/VGA/DisplayPort Switcher for Small Rooms

Elo Shows Interactive Video Wall, Self-Service and Collaboration Solutions with Touchscreen at InfoComm

Elo was at InfoComm showcasing cutting-edge interactive digital signage, collaboration and self-service touchscreen solutions. Booth highlights and demos included: EloView software, a SaaS platform designed to simplify and automate deployment of devices and content for interactive displays and streamline device maintenance with OS management, including remote and silent updates, kiosk lock-down, automatic provisioning and device […]

Elo Shows Interactive Video Wall, Self-Service and Collaboration Solutions with Touchscreen at InfoComm

Delta Shows 4K DLP Laser Video Wall Alongside Vivitek 4K Projector at InfoComm

Delta today unveils its comprehensive lineup of display solutions for InfoComm 2018 in Las Vegas (booth N306). The showcase features the world’s first 4K DLP laser video wall, which boasts leading brightness up to 4,000 lumens, 33 percent lower power consumption with its eco-friendly laser engines, and an expected lifecycle up to 100,000 hours for […]

Delta Shows 4K DLP Laser Video Wall Alongside Vivitek 4K Projector at InfoComm

AV Junction Debuts New Enterprise Subscription Plan at InfoComm

AV Junction, an online platform that connects employers with independent contractors, today announced the market availability of a new Enterprise Subscription Plan that will enable system integration and hiring firms to better manage their existing network of freelancers while also allowing them access to AV Junction’s database. The Enterprise Subscription Plan users will also get […]

AV Junction Debuts New Enterprise Subscription Plan at InfoComm

Yamaha Introduces the YVC-200 for On-the-Go Conferencing

Yamaha has announced the debut of its YVC-200 portable USB + Bluetooth speakerphone. The YVC-200 speakerphone is a portable device for helping on-the-go workers communicate. The compact device is integrated with Yamaha’s sound processing technologies, including adaptive echo cancellation and Human Voice Activity Detection that focuses the unit on speech rather than background noise. The […]

Yamaha Introduces the YVC-200 for On-the-Go Conferencing

Vanco International Debuts ‘Spot for Dot’ Voice-Activated In-Wall Amplifier

Vanco International has announced Spot for Dot, a patent-pending digital in-wall amplifier that provides installers with an inexpensive solution that powers speakers and connects to existing distributed audio systems. It’s designed to hold an Amazon Echo Dot. When paired with speakers, Spot for Dot can add voice control of smart devices, scenes and other functionality […]

Vanco International Debuts ‘Spot for Dot’ Voice-Activated In-Wall Amplifier

QSC Expands Reach of Q-SYS Platform with Global Caché Partnership

QSC and Global Caché have announced a partnership that enables the Q-SYS Platform from QSC to control Global Caché iTach devices and GC-100 Network Adapters, as well as a connection to its Control Tower IR cloud database. Through these co-developed plugins, integrators can finally bridge the networking gap to IR devices by bringing software-based network […]

QSC Expands Reach of Q-SYS Platform with Global Caché Partnership

Panasonic Shows New 4K Displays at InfoComm

Panasonic Systems Solutions Company is introducing its new 4K professional display portfolio at InfoComm. Panasonic will debut its new EQ1 4K professional display series offering 4K resolution (3840×2160). The EQ1 Series 4K professional display portfolio includes a wide range of display sizes, from 43 to 85 inches. Show attendees will also see the new SQ1 […]

Panasonic Shows New 4K Displays at InfoComm

BrightSign Players Now Integrate with Mvix Digital Signage Software

BrightSign today announced that its media players are now supported by the Mvix cloud-based, content-rich digital signage software. Mvix’s digital signage software, XhibitSignage, makes it easy for enterprise-level organizations to build, deploy and remotely manage dynamic content across their signage networks. The platform is used widely in corporate environments, educational campuses, financial institutions, government facilities […]

BrightSign Players Now Integrate with Mvix Digital Signage Software

Four Winds Interactive Broadens Support for BrightSign’s Media Players

BrightSign today announced that Four Winds Interactive is expanding its support for BrightSign players. In mid-June, Four Winds Interactive’s full portfolio of Visual Communications solutions will support BrightSign’s XT and XD players via version 1.1 of its Content Player for BrightSign, with plans to extend support to the HD line in the near future. Integration […]

Four Winds Interactive Broadens Support for BrightSign’s Media Players

Mimo Monitors Launches Its First HDMI Capture Card at InfoComm

Mimo Monitors announced today that it’s launching its new stand-alone HDMI Capture Card, the first for the company, at InfoComm 2018 in booth N2446. The Mimo Monitors HDMI Capture Card was requires no external power and is designed for video conferencing, live streaming and has no drivers to install and leverages the capabilities already built […]

Mimo Monitors Launches Its First HDMI Capture Card at InfoComm

Panasonic Debuts New SOLID SHINE Laser Projectors at InfoComm

Panasonic Systems Solutions Company will showcase its expanded portfolio of professional laser projectors. The expanded portfolio now includes the new PT-RQ22KU 21,000-lumen, 3-chip DLP laser projector with 4K+ resolution, and two new 1-chip DLP SOLID SHINE laser projectors featuring super high brightness: the PT-RZ120 providing 12,000 lumens of brightness and the PT-RZ870 offering 8,500 lumens […]

Panasonic Debuts New SOLID SHINE Laser Projectors at InfoComm

Chief Announces Two New Bolt-Down Mounts

Chief is showing a new, low-profile bolt-down solution for displays at InfoComm. The new mounts come in single and back-to-back options. Q-latch technology allows for quick changes between portrait and landscape orientation. Post installation leveling roll and tilt allow for perfect alignment and placement. Height can be adjusted up to 34” (863 millimeters) to place […]

Chief Announces Two New Bolt-Down Mounts

NEC Display Debuts C and V Series of Displays

NEC Display Solutions of America today announced that it has launched six new large-size UHD displays. The new models are the 75-inch C751Q and V754Q; the 86-inch C861Q and V864Q; and the 98-inch C981Q and V984Q. These C and V Series models offer customers an all-encompassing UHD experience at an affordable price. These new models […]

NEC Display Debuts C and V Series of Displays

Peerless-AV Debuts SEAMLESS

Peerless-AV will be rolling out SEAMLESS at InfoComm. Peerless-AV says SEAMLESS is a bespoke program for LED video walls and offers an all-encompassing support system for Peerless-AV’s partners and customers. Key elements of the program include: Expert Engineering and Design: Experienced engineers and support staff collaborate in a think-tank style environment, creating new and effective […]

Peerless-AV Debuts SEAMLESS

Peerless-AV Introduces New Xtreme High Bright Outdoor Display at InfoComm

Peerless-AV just introduced its new Xtreme High Bright Outdoor Display. Featuring a patented Dynamic Thermal Transfer system that allows the display to operate in extreme temperatures ranging from -31°F to 140°F, the Xtreme High Bright Outdoor Display is ideal for any digital signage application, including sporting venues, theme parks, transportation, retail, education, hospitality and more. […]

Peerless-AV Introduces New Xtreme High Bright Outdoor Display at InfoComm

Black Box Launches New Radian Flex Video Wall Platform

Black Box has introduced Radian Flex Video Wall Platform, which supports today’s standard of 4K 60fps video up to a resolution of more than one billion pixels. But it does not stop at 4K. Radian Flex boasts limitless resolution. This means that when 8K resolution becomes the standard, Radian Flex is ready and when the […]

Black Box Launches New Radian Flex Video Wall Platform