Clary Icon has released an all new OneScreen system dubbed the h1, with the “h” standing for hubware. Clary Icon’s OneScreen h1 is still an interactive, flat touch panel, l but now it’s integrated with collaboration BYOD features. The company says it’s platform agnostic and built on open architecture for complete compatibility and interoperability. The […]

ATEN last month announced the VM5808H 8×8 HDMI Matrix Switch, which connects up to eight HDMI sources to a maximum of eight HDMI displays. The company says that the switcher provides “nearly undetectable switching delay” between selected inputs and outputs, and also allows any input to be redirected to any or all outputs extending video […]

Swedish mount company Multibrackets has introduced a new floor stand with locking casters and a mounting bracket for large screen displays. Capable of mounting screens from 63″ up to 100″, the Floorstand HD is powder-coated white with a maximum weight capacity of over 300+ pounds. Optional shelves can be mounted to hold set-top boxes, media […]

Adamson Systems has announced brand new E12/E218 touring packages aimed at the rental and staging markets that need system flexibility and fast setup/teardown. Adamson Systems has created three speaker system configurations for users to use as a guideline when creating a custom sound reinforcement solution. The Compact Set, consisting of 16 E12 and 8 E218, […]

BenQ America has started shipping the Ultra-Lite GP20, a palm-sized projector spec’d at 700 ANSI lumens and with native WXGA (1280×800) resolution. With features including mirroring for MHL-equipped devices, the GP20 can play content from anything from a phone to a Roku player and can project up to a 10-foot diagonal image at 10 feet […]

Global sales of interactive whiteboards and interactive flat panel displays in the education and corporate sectors reached 1.3 million units in 2013, up 1 percent on the previous year and making it the largest year on record, according to the final 2013 quarterly research report from Futuresource Consulting. “The education sector provides a vast target […]

VUE Audiotechnik will use this month’s Prolight+Sound to launch an all-new compact subwoofer called the hs-20, which is integrated with its Active Compliance Management (ACM) technology. Originally developed for the hs-28 and hs-25 systems, VUE’s patent-pending ACM technology combines hybrid transducer alignment with onboard electronics. The company claims this enables the subs to offer more […]

Williams Sound has told rAVe that its WIR TX75, WIR TX90 and WIR TX9 infrared emitters will be supported in EASE as of March 15. EASE (Enhanced Acoustic Simulator for Engineers) is software that provides AV system designers and consultants with detailed, realistic modeling and simulation of venue acoustics and sound system performance. EASE models […]

Gefen’s new HD Digital Signage Media Player is basically a simple media player with both digital (HDMI) and analog (Component Video) connectivity, which can be output simultaneously. Content can be locally stored or streamed to the box using a computer and FTP client program. The new Gefen media player acts as both an FTP client […]

AmpliVox Sound Systems has added Bluetooth wireless connectivity as a standard feature to the SW800 Titan Wireless Portable PA system. The streaming technology will also be available as an option on AmpliVox’s SW915 Digital Audio Travel Partner and SW720 Wireless Portable PA System. The Bluetooth connection enables the presenter to easily control volume, stop/start, and […]

Pakedge Device & Software has introduced its new S8Wpde 8-Port gigabit switch, which can be powered by PoE or AC, letting the S8Wpde function in either new and old buildings alike (PoE or not). Plug-and-play features allow this switch to run without any installation of software. The S8Wpde is fully compliant with all network protocols. […]

Tecom launched its newly developed HD presentation switcher/scaler, also known as The “Translator,” at the Amsterdam RAI’s annual ISE 2014 show. Tecom Electronics’ new Translator (TSS-650) is an eight-input, two-output (not a matrix) switcher/scaler that has HDMI, PC (VGA), component and composite video inputs. It can switch and scale the signal to HDMI or VGA […]

Savant Systems has launched an all-new control system called the Smart Series that lists for $1,599. The hub is something called the Smart Host remote and controller and, according to Savant, it has the capability to control a home theater, music, security, thermostat, lights, energy management, automated shades and more, all from a single app. […]

BenQ America just introduced its new MH680 and MH740 projectors, both of which are 1920×1080, 1-chip DLP projectors claiming a lamp life of 6,500 hours. Designed using the company’s “Colorific” picture system, the MH680 is spec’d at 10,000:1 contrast ratio and 3,000 lumen brightness, while the MH740 features a spec of 11,000:1 contrast ratio and […]

Sharp’s new wePresent WiPG-1500 is a wireless interactive presentation gateway for wirelessly connecting content and devices (BYOD) to the Sharp AQUOS BOARD interactive display system. With the WiPG-1500, users can wirelessly display documents, presentations, photos and videos from a PC, Mac, smartphone or tablet directly onto the Sharp AQUOS BOARD interactive display system, without using […]

Delta Products has announced an upgrade to its WX21 and WX31 displays with a dry-erase screen. Compatible with any dry-erase markers, the new screen surface converts the WX display into an interactive whiteboard. The displays are available with viewing and writing areas of up to 203” in width and the feature is included on all […]

Biamp Systems’ new Vocia 1.6 with Nurse Call Integration (NCI) is a networked public address and voice evacuation system that combines zoned paging and prioritization with simple system supervision to provide critical messaging capabilities. Part of Vocia’s networked public address and voice evacuation system, the Biamp NCI system enhances the line’s professional-grade critical paging capabilities. […]

Today at Mobile World Congress, Texas Instruments released the 0.3” HD Tilt & Roll Pixel (TRP) DLP Pico chipset, its smallest, most power-efficient micro-mirror array. This chipset can generate high-definition (HD) displays from compact electronics, including tablets, smartphones, accessories, wearable displays, augmented reality displays, interactive surface computing, digital signage and control panels. The new 0.3” […]

Sonance has finally shipped the long-awaited VP80R Visual Performance Series entry-level one-piece round and square in-wall speaker. Designed using a micro-trim grille that makes the speaker flush with the wall, the VP80R is actually a round speaker that can be finished with either a round or square grille-adapter, depending on the decor of the home […]

Peerless-AV has announced the promotion of Brian McClimans to vice president of global business development effective immediately. McClimans will be expanding his role into a stronger international focus. He will be collaborating with Peerless-AV teams based in London, EMEA, Mexico and South America to further expand upon the European and Mexican team’s accomplishments and establish […]

Scala, Inc. announced this month that it has hired Michael Schaffer as its new chief financial officer and chief operations officer. Reporting to Scala CEO Tom Nix, Schaffer started Jan. 20, 2014. Schaffer will be responsible for Scala’s worldwide finance, technology, facilities and human resources functions. To read the complete press release online, click here.

Joel Rollins: Infocomm Live 2014 – It’s a Wrap Joel Rollins: InfoComm Live – Day 2, 10 a.m. Melody Craigmyle: Building Information Modeling for A/V Folks, Listen Up Mark Coxon: The Importance of Being First Joel Rollins: InfoComm Live – 10 p.m. Mark Coxon: Facepalm! Beware of the Cutsheet! Corey Moss: Getting AV/IT Business Done […]

AudioControl just started shipping its new Concert AVR-6 and Concert AVR-8 Ultra HD 4K home theater receivers. Both are high-current amplifiers with the AVR-8 delivering 120 watts per channel into 8 ohms or 200 watts per channel into 4 ohms, all channels driven; and the AVR-6 delivering 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms, all channels […]

Chief is now shipping its Fusion Series Multi-Directional Ceiling Mounts for use in digital display installations that require 360 degree viewing capability from a single column drop. The mounts come in triple- and quad-display options while keeping the Fusion single ceiling mount features, such as: Centris technology provides a continuous range of fingertip tilt from […]

More than 10,000 of the hottest technology products from more than 950 companies will be featured at InfoComm 2014 in Las Vegas, Nev., June 18-20, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Attendee registration is now available at infocommshow.org. Not sure if you should go? Well, watch our InfoComm 2013 wrap-up video here and you’ll want […]

SMART Technologies has announced several new additions to the SMART Room System for Microsoft Lync, including capability for interactive sharing that enables touch and inking into any software application, integration with SMART Meeting Pro PE (Personal Edition) software and the introduction of unbound workspace. With the introduction of interactive sharing, users can now work with […]

VUE Audiotechnik today unveiled the h-8 speaker, which uses an 8-inch transducer with a neodymium compression driver that’s capable of high frequency performance thanks to the Truextent beryllium diaphragm at its core. VUE’s SystemVUE networking technology is standard in the h-8 and that makes it possible to connect one or more h-8’s with any VUE […]

VidOvation’s new PKA-2210 primary use is as an automatic protection switch as the unit has two inputs with seamless and automatic switching capability. A primary video feed can be connected to the A input and a backup feed on the B input. If the A feed should fail, the PKA-2210 will switch to the B […]

At DSE, Panasonic demonstrated its newest offerings, including the PT-RZ670U lamp-free projector, TH-47LFX60U ruggedized and weatherproof outdoor display, TH-47LFV5U video wall display and ET-SWA100 status-monitoring software. The PT-RZ670U is a lamp-free projector that uses a 1-chip DLP laser projector specified at 6,000 lumens and 20,000 hours of operation. Equipped with DIGITAL LINK (Panasonic’s branding for […]

After attracting more than 50,000 registered attendees for the first time in its history from Feb. 4 – 6, 2014, Integrated Systems Europe has cemented its reputation as one of the world’s most popular event for professional AV and electronic systems integration. The final total attendance of 51,003 surpassed even the most optimistic expectations, with […]

Digital Signage Expo (DSE) interactive technology and digital out-of-home networks (DOOH), today announced the independently judged winners of its Apex & Content Awards for 2014 at its 5th Annual Awards Dinner, sponsored this year by the Digital Signage Federation and Peerless-AV. Apex Awards This year Gold, Silver and Bronze Apex Awards were presented to winners […]

Electronic Systems Protection (ESP) new enVision Power Conditioning System (PCS) is a diagnostic and power protection device that measures and records power disturbances in detailed, real-time reports and displays. This cost-saving solution gives service teams the ability to quickly identify power problems that can cause lock-ups and copy quality issues. With fifty power anomalies occurring […]