In Formula 1, technology is critical not only on the track but also in preparation. Racing simulators, equipped with advanced audiovisual systems, are increasingly used to replicate the intense race-day environment. In Finland, AV engineer Andy Symonds and his company, CAVE Oy, have pushed this technology further by developing a simulator facility using Genelec loudspeaker […]

Custer Road United Methodist Church (Custer Road UMC) faced challenges with its sanctuary’s traditional architecture and high ceilings, which created audio issues that hindered the congregation’s ability to fully engage during services. Church leadership sought to upgrade the audio system to provide clear, consistent sound that matched the sanctuary’s recent renovations. “The church underwent a […]

Xyte hosted the inaugural AV Cloud Summit, featuring a panel of industry leaders spanning the entire value chain, including Pam Hoppel, president of Legrand AV; Scott Walker, president of Waveguide; Eric Snider, CTO of CTI; and Ron Sklaver, global lead for in-office meeting experiences at EY. Additionally, top AV companies such as AtlasIED, Planar, Legrand […]

EnGenius Technologies has added the ECW Lite Wi-Fi 7 and Wi-Fi 6 indoor access points—models ECW516L, ECW212L, and ECW210L—to its Cloud product series lineup. The ECW Lite series is designed to provide small businesses with affordable network management through entry-level access points. These devices are intended for environments such as small offices, retail shops, small […]

Panasonic Connect Europe announced the VMZ7ST Series of short-throw LCD projectors aimed at corporate and immersive museum environments. Based on Panasonic’s VMZ82 Series of compact projectors, the PT-VMZ7ST (7,000 lumens) and PT-VMZ6ST (6,200 lumens) are Panasonic’s brightest short-throw LCD laser projectors. Panasonic’s VMZ7ST Series feature a short-throw lens ratio of just 0.797-1.01:1, and a 1.2x […]

Christie announced the Jazz Series of projectors, a new range of WUXGA and 4K UHD+ 1-chip DLP laser projectors that all weigh less than 65lbs. (30kg). Christie Jazz Series consists of four projectors: DWU1800-JS – WUXGA resolution and 17,700 lumens DWU2400-JS – WUXGA resolution and 23,750 lumens 4K1600-JS – 4K UHD+ resolution and 16,600 lumens […]

NextLVL Learning has launched its (A/V)engers Superhero Contest, a unique opportunity for students and professionals to showcase their creativity and technical skills in the AV industry; the contest invites participants to create and submit an image of an AV superhero or villain while incorporating the themes of audio, video and technology. “The contest aims to […]

Empresas Públicas de Medellín ESP (EPM) is an energy sector company responsible for generating, distributing, and commercializing electricity and natural gas in Colombia. The company’s network operations center (NOC) in Medellín monitors and maintains these services. EPM remodeled the NOC to improve technicians’ ability to quickly view real-time data and images from various secure sources […]

Nashville-based Worley Sound has achieved L-Acoustics Certified Provider (CPr) status, immediately putting its designation to work on Mitski’s expanded North American tour. The critically acclaimed singer-songwriter’s outing, initially set to conclude in April, grew to include a second leg in August and September, featuring larger venues such as a three-night stand at Merriweather Post Pavilion, […]

ARHT Media had, and still has, remarkable technology — with a patent to match. However, having cutting-edge tech doesn’t always guarantee a successful business model. In fact, had their holographic projection technology debuted two or three years later, it might have seen more success than it has so far. The official launch of ARHT’s technology […]

Magewell has introduced a new plug-in for Elgato’s Stream Deck, adding control options for its Director Mini production and streaming system. The Director Mini combines multi-input switching, graphics, streaming, recording, and monitoring in a portable device, allowing users to produce multi-camera content via a touchscreen interface or mobile app. The plug-in enables more than 200 […]

Registration is now open for Integrated Systems Europe (ISE 2025); returning to the Fira de Barcelona Gran Vía from 4-7 February – and, the ISE team is promising the most dynamic and engaging show yet, with a host of new initiatives and features, an expanded and more easily accessible content programme, as well as the […]

Waves Audio announced a live mixing console dubbed the eMotion LV1 Classic; with 64 stereo channels and 44 stereo buses, 16 onboard Waves Signature Preamps and Waves processors included with the console. eMotion LV1 Classic builds upon the Waves LV1 mix engine, which until now has been available only as a software-based modular system. LV1 […]

LAVNCH WEEK X, taking place virtually from October 21-24, offers AV professionals a valuable opportunity to expand their knowledge while earning continuing education credits. Attendees will be granted 2.5 CTS, CTS-D or CTS-I RUs from AVIXA each day for a total of 10 RUs. In addition, HomeAV Day attendees will receive 1.25 CEUs from CEDIA. […]

By Peter HansenAVIXAGood news on a critical topic! ProAV appears to have made progress on the gender pay gap. Our first study, published in 2021, revealed a pay gap of between 79% and 89% (more on why that’s a range in a moment). Our latest analysis now suggests a pay gap between 86% and 94%. […]

Launched as an iOS-exclusive feature, Carousel Digital Signage has now extended Carousel Daily support to Android personal devices and MacOS desktops and laptops. The new multi-platform support broadly expands the spectrum of devices that Carousel Daily can reach, anchored by the development and launch of Carousel Digital Signage’s first app for Android devices that is […]

Chief, a brand of Legrand AV, announced that TiLED Series dvLED Universal Wall Mounts, the next generation of TiLED dvLED wall mounts, are shipping and available to order. Compatible with a multitude of interlocking dvLED panels from leading manufacturers, these universal wall mounts simplify the installation process, reduce installation time from days to hours and […]

Tascam announced the debut of the FR-AV2, a compact, high-resolution two-channel field recorder with timecode functionality. Designed for small to mid-size film and video productions, wedding and special event videography, and video journalism, the new FR-AV2 can handle professional recording tasks typically associated with larger recorders. Most importantly, the FR-AV2 features dual analog-to-digital converters and […]

The Cleerline Technology Group introduced the SSF Double Jacket Micro Distribution Fiber Optic Cable (DJMD). This new cable has been engineered to “bridge a gap between traditional micro distribution cables and larger, more rugged solutions.” Cleerline’s newest 2 to 12 fiber optic cable integrates a dual-layer jacket, combining the compactness of a micro distribution cable […]

Videotel Digital announced its VP92+ now has dual HDMI ports so that this one player can display content on two screens at the same time. Each VP92+ player comes standard with 64GB of RAM and ARM’s Quad-core G52-2EE processor, that contains four processing cores in a single chip. In addition, the unit runs on an […]

Mersive Technologies announced the launch of Mersive Smart, a new app for Android-based smart TVs. Mersive Smart is a cost-effective way to share content wirelessly and it is aimed at small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs and SMEs), education, healthcare, resimerical and prosumer applications. This is the first product from the Mersive Collaboration Suite, an new […]

FlatFrog just debuted something called “InRoom AI sensing technology,” enabling the Ricoh Gesture Pointer functionality in the latest Ricoh AI camera and Ricoh Collaboration Board W5500, W6500 and W7500. The Ricoh Gesture Pointer allows users to highlight content on the Ricoh Collaboration Board by simply pointing, while being seated — no touch required. This AI-based […]

AVer Information says its TR535 and TR535N dual lens AI-based PTZ cameras models incorporate environmentally friendly materials. The TR535 Series emphasizes sustainable design, offering advanced technology that meets the demands of today’s eco-conscious market. Constructed using the Post-Consumer Recycled Polycarbonate (PCR-PC) method, the TR535 Series features cases made from 30% recycled plastic. PCR-PC is renowned […]

The SDVoE Alliance announced that Universal AV has been designated as the latest SDVoE Certified Design House. This certification highlights Universal AV’s “commitment to delivering innovative audiovisual solutions and enhancing user experiences through the utilization of SDVoE-based technology across various technological landscapes.” With many manufacturers now providing AV-over-IP equipment, the landscape of audiovisual integration is […]

Sponsorship opportunities are now available for LAVNCH WEEK X, which is happening October 21-24. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your brand and industry expertise across panels covering AV-over-IP, AI in ProAV, residential installs and more. Watch the video below to learn more about LAVNCH WEEK X sponsorships. “This is a fantastic opportunity to connect […]

Apogee Electronics unveiled the Symphony Studio Series, a new line of high-fidelity recording and mixing interfaces designed to empower artists, producers and engineers with the legendary Apogee sound at an “extraordinary value.” The three products in the Symphony Studio Series provide entry points to Dolby Atmos/Immersive Audio mixing and unprecedented access to Apogee sound quality […]

Creating memorable live events is more than just delivering a great show — it’s about evoking powerful emotional experiences that leave a lasting impact. Whether you’re planning concerts, conferences, or immersive experiences, understanding the role emotions play in audience engagement is essential. Join us for the “AV’s Super-Power in Live Events: Emotional Experiences” LAVNCH & […]

MAXHUB announced the SL22MC Smart Lectern for schools or teaching spaces. Running an Intel 12th generation processor, the SL22MC includes wireless screen-sharing and real-time annotation tools and an integrated 21.5-inch interactive touch screen with a built-in Windows computer. And right from the screen, users can annotate important points without having to use a mouse. The […]

The 911 call center at the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office in Bolivia, North Carolina, is now totally driven via Extron NAV AV over IP, XTP, and control systems. Based on a topology that combines centralized and distributed switching, it ties together a variety of resources, providing optimal signal integrity, complete reliability, and true redundancy. This […]

Lectrosonics introduced the StandWrench, a multi-tool that’s precision laser cut from 14 gauge, cold-rolled stainless steel and yet weighs only 1.5 Oz (42.5 g). With a nearly flat profile, the StandWrench is designed to be ultra-portable and fits neatly into a gig bag or instrument case pocket. The wrench has specific hex “sockets” for 17mm, […]

Panasonic Connect announced its live production platform KAIROS is now compatible with Vizrt’s Viz Mosart. The development, as part of the KAIROS Alliance Partner programme, extends workflow options with powerful automation capability. Vizrt’s Viz Mosart automates repetitive and complex manual tasks so production teams can focus on telling better stories, rather than managing technical architecture. […]

Exertis Almo is firing up its E4 Experience engines to deliver two award-winning full-day training, product and networking experiences to integrators and end users in Boston on Sept. 10 and Anaheim on Oct. 8. The E4 Experience is well-established in the AV industry as the most valuable, free, one day traveling education, training and product […]