Sara Abrons

Sara Abrons

Sara Abrons is executive editor of rAVe [PUBS] and managing director of THE rAVe Agency. She is also a graduate of the School of Media and Journalism at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Reach her at sara@ravepubs.com or on Twitter @SaraAbrons. Pronouns: she/her.

Salamander Unveils New Website

Salamander Designs, Ltd., a manufacturer of audio/video entertainment furniture, theater/lounge seating and accessories for over 20 years has announced the unveiling of a new website designed to make it easy and efficient for dealers and consumers to navigate the broad range of A/V furniture, seating and accessory products offered by Salamander. To read the complete […]

Salamander Unveils New Website

D-Tools Announces New Website

D-Tools, Inc. this month announced the launch of its newly redesigned website. Boasting a cleaner, more refined and contemporary look with a streamlined user experience, the new website features enhanced navigation that quickly delivers concise information, helpful resources and needed functionality. To read the complete press release online, click here. See D-Tools’ website here.

D-Tools Announces New Website

Amber International Adds Three New TruAudio Products

EMEA distributor to the CI trade, Amber International has added three new TruAudio speaker products to its portfolio – the SLIM-200 home theatre soundbar, the Trunami Series in-wall subwoofer and the new ‘Grand Canyon’ family of Ghost Series in-ceiling speakers. To read the complete press release online, click here.

Amber International Adds Three New TruAudio Products

Christie Intros the Vive Audio Solution for Digital Cinema

Christie today launched something called the Christie Vive Audio solution, which the company says will help “complete the experience” for moviegoing audiences. Designed for cinema, Christie Vive Audio leverages a unique articulated, single enclosure line array speaker design and ribbon driver technology, and combines it with the first use of efficient, high-powered Class D amplification […]

Christie Intros the Vive Audio Solution for Digital Cinema

NSCA Presents Electronic Systems Outlook

NSCA has released a new tool, available free to members, that provides indicators of new business opportunities by tracking new construction starts and renovations in the commercial buildings sector. The NSCA Electronic Systems Outlook, which breaks out construction data by markets and systems, indicates that the construction community is experiencing growth and improvement in new […]

NSCA Presents Electronic Systems Outlook

LED-lit LCD Is The Technology Of Choice For Future Flat Panel Purchases Shows New TFCinfo Study

TFCinfo recently announced the release of its yearly benchmark study on the strength of flat panel brands (32+”) and flat panel purchasing preferences. This research reveals that although end users are clear on their desired technology of choice, the major motivators behind each technology (LED LCD, LCD and plasma), and the way end users weigh […]

LED-lit LCD Is The Technology Of Choice For Future Flat Panel Purchases Shows New TFCinfo Study

GLP Debuts iPad App for X4 LED Fixture

The impression X4 from Germany-based GLP features 19 high-powered RGBW LEDs, giving a homogenized output across a full zoom range of 7 to 50 degrees, and now it’s controllable via an iPad. One of the versatile features of the impression X4 is that users can create their own pixel designs on the fly and store […]

GLP Debuts iPad App for X4 LED Fixture

Christie Intros WU7K-J Projector for Simulation and Training Applications

Today, Christie introduced the newest member of its Christie Matrix Series with the Christie Matrix WU7K-J 3-chip DLP projector. Featuring 6,300 ANSI lumens and WUXGA (1920×1200) resolution, the Xenon-based projector offers standard features that include full scalability, built-in geometric warping and edge blending and image processing with 120Hz capability. The Christie Matrix J Series models […]

Christie Intros WU7K-J Projector for Simulation and Training Applications

Extron Introduces H.264 Streaming Media Decoder

Extron’s new SMD 101 is a compact H.264 streaming media decoder used with Extron SME 100 encoders to provide complete end-to-end AV streaming systems. The SMD 101 is designed specifically for use in professional AV streaming applications to decode live AV streaming content from SME 100 encoders or to play back AV media files available […]

Extron Introduces H.264 Streaming Media Decoder

BenQ Releases Entry-Level, Short-Throw Projector for Home Theater Spaces

BenQ America’s newest projector, the W770ST, is a $650 short-throw home entertainment projector. Using a native 1280×720 DLP chip, the short-throw W770ST projects an image 62 inches wide at 40 inches from the screen and is integrated with a 10-watt speaker — so it’s pretty much designed as a “take it out of the closet and […]

BenQ Releases Entry-Level, Short-Throw Projector for Home Theater Spaces

AV Industry Mourns Loss of Community CEO Timothy Dorwart

Timothy Dorwart, who was just appointed CEO of Community Professional Loudspeakers in March, has passed away after an illness, according to the company. Dorwart had over 30 years of sales, manufacturing and management experience in the pro audio and music industries. In his CEO role, Dorwart was tasked with overseeing the company’s overall business and […]

AV Industry Mourns Loss of Community CEO Timothy Dorwart

Christie Officially Announces 55″ with Gorilla Glass

Back at ISE in January, we shot a video of the first ever showing of the Christie FHD551-XG, a 55″ LCD that is integrated with Corning Gorilla Glass (making it virtually indestructible): Well, at last month’s InfoComm show in Orlando, Christie officially launched the FHD551-XG and gave us a glimpse of the specs: Native 1920×1080 […]

Christie Officially Announces 55″ with Gorilla Glass

Analog Way’s LiveCore Ships

Analog Way’s new LiveCore series, which is now shipping, is available in two configurations: 8×2+1 for the NeXtage 16, and 12×4+1 for the SmartMatriX Ultra, Ascender 32 and Ascender 48. All of them feature an independent dual-link output with versatile display options including full preview and live mosaic. The LiveCore connectivity includes HDMI, DisplayPort and […]

Analog Way’s LiveCore Ships

Aurora Adds 8-Button Single-Gang Keypad

Aurora’s new DXB-8 is a low-cost, eight-button, single-gang wall keypad with two RS232 outputs. It mates with Aurora’s DXW-2 series HDBaseT Wall plates, allowing RS232 control via HDBaseT to the display over a single cable. The new button panel comes in black and white with an assortment of laser-etched backlit buttons. The DXB-8 can also […]

Aurora Adds 8-Button Single-Gang Keypad

Matrox MuraControl 2.0 for Windows Video Wall Management Software Released

Matrox Graphics just released MuraControl 2.0 for Windows — a video wall management software for Mura-based video walls. New features include transparency and color-keying effects, the addition of local inputs and control, plus source touring and scheduling functionality: Transparency and color keying — Blending videos and images with the desktop, a background image, or another […]

Matrox MuraControl 2.0 for Windows Video Wall Management Software Released

ComQi and Aceso Partner for Healthcare AV Market

ComQi and Aceso (a healthcare management solutions provider) announced a partnership in serving the healthcare sector with turn-key digital media solutions. Basically, what’s happening is that Aceso has integrated ComQi’s Engage Content Management platform into its enterprise level UpTech platform that offers a cloud based digital media system for hospitals and healthcare facilities. The content […]

ComQi and Aceso Partner for Healthcare AV Market

MultiTouch and USC School of Cinematic Arts Unveil Largest University Interactive Display Installation in North America

MultiTouch Ltd. and USC School of Cinematic Arts (SCA) recently unveiled of the largest university interactive display installation in North America. The installation, which covers six alcoves in the lobby of the new SCA Interactive Media Building, is comprised of 18 MultiTaction 55” Ultra-Thin Bezel displays and creates a visually engaging and interactive experience for […]

MultiTouch and USC School of Cinematic Arts Unveil Largest University Interactive Display Installation in North America

INFOGRAPHIC: Who Reads rAVe?

Over the past few months, we’ve been polling and surveying rAVe’s readers. Every so often, we want to do a little “check-in,” and see how things are going, but more importantly, see WHO is reading us. When you publish in internet land, it can often be difficult to connect with each reader to see who […]

INFOGRAPHIC: Who Reads rAVe?

To TV or Not to TV? Take rAVe’s Survey

Sometimes while working in the AV industry, it can be easy to forget that we aren’t just manufacturers, or integrators, or dealers, or distributors, or writers, or members of the press. We are so inundated with the technology that we study, develop, invent, or cover, we forget that there’s this whole other world outside of […]

To TV or Not to TV? Take rAVe’s Survey

Details Released on Christie Brio Wireless Room System

The Christie Brio is a totally wireless room system that allows up to five people to share their LCD or projection screens simultaneously. The output of Brio is two 2560×1600 (dual-link DVI-D — but can be converted to DisplayPort or HDMI) and stereo audio on 3.5 mm connectors. Inputs include up to two wired connections, […]

Details Released on Christie Brio Wireless Room System

TruAudio Enters Screen Market

TruAudio is now offering a line of projection screens, including fixed frame, fixed acoustic, fixed curve and motorized screens in standard, in-ceiling, tension, twin and floor rising. The fixed frame projection screens have an HD 3.5” flat frame and a 4K curved frame model. These cover the gamut of home theater room applications and are […]

TruAudio Enters Screen Market

Several IC Realtime Surveillance DVRs Now Integrate Natively with Compass Control

Key Digital and IC Realtime have announced that several of IC Realtime’s surveillance DVRs, including the Flex Series, Elite Series, NVR700N and NVR700S2P, now integrate natively into Key Digital’s Compass Control system. IC Realtime was already a Compass Allaince Partner and worked with Key Digital to develop bi-directional drivers that offers DVR control and feedback […]

Several IC Realtime Surveillance DVRs Now Integrate Natively with Compass Control

Vaddio EasyUSB Now Certified for Cisco WebEx

Vaddio EasyUSB video solutions have tested compatible with Cisco WebEx Meeting Center. In addition to sharing a desktop, documents or web browser with Vaddio video solutions, WebEx users can now share high definition video up to 720p and have remote pan, tilt and zoom control. “We are committed to assuring that all of Vaddio’s professional […]

Vaddio EasyUSB Now Certified for Cisco WebEx

Arthur Holm Intros Gooseneck Mic Lift

Arthur Holm’s new DynamicTalk is designed specifically as a motorized lift system for gooseneck microphones. In addition to allowing the mic to be protected and stored below a podium or desk surface, the DynamicTalk includes a mute a and talk button. Available in three different sizes, the product integrates a Dynamic LED ring to indicate […]

Arthur Holm Intros Gooseneck Mic Lift

Extron MGP Pro HDCP-Compliant Multi-Window Processors Now Shipping

Extron’s MGP 462 Pro and MGP 464 Pro, two multi-window processors that enable the simultaneous display of multiple images on a single screen, are now shipping. Both units are HDCP-compliant on all HDMI inputs and outputs; the MGP Pro also provides two simultaneous outputs that generate HDMI and RGBHV video. To enhance and simplify integration […]

Extron MGP Pro HDCP-Compliant Multi-Window Processors Now Shipping

Large Format Zytronic Multi-Touch Screens Incorporated Into DisplayLite Touch Table

The new Zytronic DisplayLite products are targeted at showrooms, boardrooms, banks and other business, retail and leisure environments. One of its key features is an attractive smooth, all glass fronted design, free of unsightly bezel structures or frames around the perimeter of the display. Supporting Windows 8 operation, it is based on NEC’s super-slim MultiSync […]

Large Format Zytronic Multi-Touch Screens Incorporated Into DisplayLite Touch Table

Vaddio Debuts IP Audio and Video Streaming Support for AV Bridge

Vaddio’s AV Bridge is a room-based, HD media streaming box for USB and IP streaming of content originating from traditional audio and video equipment. The AV Bridge is designed for ProAV applications, offering a flexible audio and video interface all controllable from an embedded web server or front panel menu. A/V Bridge accepts video input […]

Vaddio Debuts IP Audio and Video Streaming Support for AV Bridge

Middle Atlantic Adds to Modular Power Raceway Line

Middle Atlantic Products is expanding its MPR Series Modular Power Raceway System to include three new options: a 30 Amp controlled raceway module and two options for Neutrik powerCON connectors. If you aren’t familiar with the MPR Series, it’s an off-the-shelf NRTL-listed plug and play solution for creating a custom power strips. Two Neutrik powerCON […]

Middle Atlantic Adds to Modular Power Raceway Line

Planar Adds 4K 84″ LCD

Planar’s UltraRes Series is a family of 84″ Ultra HD (3840 x 2160) pro-grade LCD displays integrated with multi-user, multi-touch technology. Planar UltraRes Touch enables six simultaneous points of touch with pinpoint accuracy and support for gesture applications across the most popular operating systems. The displays incorporate Planar’s ERO optically-bonded, low-friction protective glass which provides […]

Planar Adds 4K 84″ LCD

190 People Earned a CTS at InfoComm 2013

If you weren’t at InfoComm 2013, June 8-14 in Orlando, FL, you missed some exciting CTS highlights. Here are a few: 190 professionals earned the CTS designations at the show — and 40 of those added the coveted CTS-D or CTS-I to their name. Congratulations to the newest CTS holders! Cheers to Bill, Martin, CTS, […]

190 People Earned a CTS at InfoComm 2013

Ronin Releases White Paper Aimed at Selecting a Media Player

Wireless Ronin Technologies has published a new white paper highlighting the many variables a company should consider when selecting the appropriate media player for its digital signage system. It’s very Ronin-focused, but does have some good basic knowledge contained in it, assuming you are new to the digital signage market. Because displays are the most […]

Ronin Releases White Paper Aimed at Selecting a Media Player

Capital Networks Releases Android-Based Digital Signage Solution

Capital Networks has announced the release of the latest version of the Audience for Android digital signage solution: Audience for Android v2. The Audience for Android v1 media player and software bundle was first released in June 2012 as one of the first Android offerings brought to market, offering an alternative to traditional PC based […]

Capital Networks Releases Android-Based Digital Signage Solution