InfoComm 2019 to Explore Pro AV in Hospitality and Retail; Registration Opens

InfoComm 2019, the largest ProAV show in North America, will explore the fast-growing markets for audiovisual solutions in hospitality and retail, June 8-14 in Orlando, Fla. The show will host more than 30 education sessions focused on the ways that companies in hospitality and retail and the AV solution providers that serve them are using […]

InfoComm 2019 to Explore Pro AV in Hospitality and Retail; Registration Opens

Samsung at ISE 2019: The Wall, Artificial Intelligence-Based Scaling and Digital Signage

While at ISE 2019 in Amsterdam, I had the opportunity to talk to Hyesung Ha, senior vice president of visual display business at Samsung Electronics, to talk about some of the new products the company had introduced recently and were showing on their stand. Samsung’s “The Wall” has been shown before, including at last year’s […]

Samsung at ISE 2019: The Wall, Artificial Intelligence-Based Scaling and Digital Signage

Attero Tech’s Axon C1 Networked Controller Now Shipping

Attero Tech is now shipping the Axon C1 single-gang networked controller. Built specifically for basic audio control applications where easy user interaction is key, the C1 allows simple control of volume, zone source selection and preset recall. With what the company says is an easy-to-read OLED display and intuitive menu navigation, the C1 makes short […]

Attero Tech’s Axon C1 Networked Controller Now Shipping

GN Audio Acquires Altia Systems

Today, GN Audio has signed an agreement to acquire Altia Systems Inc. (“Altia Systems”). Altia Systems, based in Cupertino, California (USA), is the maker of the PanaCast camera systems used in UCC applications. This market is expected to grow significantly from a currently low penetration rate fueled by easy to use (plug and play), integrated […]

GN Audio Acquires Altia Systems

Sonifex Debuts Dante Enabled Commentary Products

Sonifex is showing its new Dante commentary units: the AVN-CU2-DANTE for two commentators and the AVN-CU4-DANTE for up to four commentators on stand C50 at BVE 2019. Both units use Dante AoIP together with four wire connections, allowing connectivity and functionality of AoIP together with the legacy connections needed to operate with the existing infrastructure […]

Sonifex Debuts Dante Enabled Commentary Products

Extron Debuts Cool In-Ceiling Subwoofer Dubbed the SoundField SF 10C SUB

Extron just announced a very unique way to add a subwoofer to a meeting room, boardroom or classroom in the form of the SF 10C SUB, an in-ceiling subwoofer that complements the Extron range of ceiling and pendant speakers. A novel suspended-by-wire mounting design completely isolates the subwoofer from the ceiling grid. A 10-inch driver […]

Extron Debuts Cool In-Ceiling Subwoofer Dubbed the SoundField SF 10C SUB

Extron Gives Away Over $13 Million in Classroom AV Grants

Extron is continuing its Classroom Technology Grant Programs for the 12th straight year. Through this program, Extron has awarded more than $13 million worth of PlenumVault, PoleVault, WallVault, VoiceLift, ShareLink and GlobalViewer Enterprise systems to U.S. school districts. Over 1,600 classrooms have received instructional technology that enables district technology leaders, administrators, and instructors to evaluate […]

Extron Gives Away Over $13 Million in Classroom AV Grants

Extron Debuts Ethernet to KNX Interface

Extron has announced the availability of the KNX 100G KNX IP Interface. This compact IP KNX Interface provides control and monitoring of multiple building management disciplines with an Extron Pro Series control system. The KNX 100G provides bi-directional communication to control and receive feedback on the status of KNX devices. This enables control of lighting […]

Extron Debuts Ethernet to KNX Interface

The Truth, the Whole Truth and Nothing But the Truth

Ned Beatty, the highly regarded character actor, playing shady US Senator Charles F. Meachum in the 2007 film, Shooter famously said: “The truth is what I say it is.” I have a question for the AV industry – is it? (If you have seen or don’t remember the movie — the clip can be found […]

The Truth, the Whole Truth and Nothing But the Truth

Magewell Expands Pro Convert NDI Encoder Line with Fourth Model

Magewell has unveiled the new Pro Convert SDI Plus standalone NDI encoder, the fourth entry in its Pro Convert family of devices for bringing traditional video signals into IP-based production networks using NewTek’s NDI technology. The new model converts SDI-connected HD or 2K input sources into NDI streams with low latency and is available immediately. […]

Magewell Expands Pro Convert NDI Encoder Line with Fourth Model

Welcome to Gary Kayye’s 2019 Krystal Ball – What Will Happen in AV in 2019

I love writing this annual predictions article. If you’re a regular reader, you already know this but for those that don’t, my Kayye’s Krystal Ball piece is an annual article where I not only tell you what I think is going to happen in the AV market for the upcoming year, but I also go […]

Welcome to Gary Kayye’s 2019 Krystal Ball – What Will Happen in AV in 2019

Our ISE Show Coverage Is More Than Every Other AV Publications’ in the World Combined

rAVe [PUBS] and rAVe [NOW] just returned from the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) show last week in Amsterdam and we covered the show floor with nearly 20 reporters. You want proof? Well here you go: We shot over 1,500 new product videos on the show floor — yes, 1,500 We wrote up over 350 new […]

Our ISE Show Coverage Is More Than Every Other AV Publications’ in the World Combined

Christie and Spinitar Pour ‘Liquid Light’ Onto InterContinental San Diego

The San Diego arts community is thriving, thanks to innovative installations such as the one that Christie and Spinitar, working with TruClear Global and Tempest, have installed on the south façade of the InterContinental San Diego hotel, using Christie HS Series projectors and a Christie Pandoras Box media server. The end result is a permanent digital art display called ‘Liquid Light’ – a large […]

Christie and Spinitar Pour ‘Liquid Light’ Onto InterContinental San Diego

Auralex Adds Eco-Friendly Acoustical Treatment Solutions

Auralex Acoustics now has multiple eco-friendly products. Auralex has also revised and updated its EcoTech Acoustical Panels with improved fire, moisture, mold and bacterial resistance. EcoTech panels are all “cost-effective” 1-inch treatments and the white color blends into many residential and commercial spaces. EcoTech panels are also usable for harsh environments. Applications include nightclubs, soundstages, […]

Auralex Adds Eco-Friendly Acoustical Treatment Solutions

Bose Pro Offers New Accessories for S1 Pro Multi-Position PA System

Bose Professional has added new offerings for its S1 Pro multi-position PA system. The S1 Pro’s accessories now includes the new S1 Pro play-through cover, which is set to be available to the public in May 2019 in multiple colors. Additionally, each S1 Pro comes with a pre-installed rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack and compatibility with […]

Bose Pro Offers New Accessories for S1 Pro Multi-Position PA System

Visix Introduces Ultra-Small Nano Digital Signage Player

Visix has added a new Nano player to its digital signage hardware offering. The ultra-small form factor appliance is purpose-built to provide reliable 1080p playback for digital signs in the smallest package available, measuring just 2.75”w x 2.75”d x 1.25”h. The Nano player is Visix’s smallest and most affordable media player and it includes 64GB […]

Visix Introduces Ultra-Small Nano Digital Signage Player

SiliconCore Launches EZ-HD Series of LED Displays

SiliconCore has introduced a new product line — the EZ-HD Series of LED Displays. Created for professional and corporate environments,and designed to be installed by two technicians in under three hours, the EZ-HD Series will provide a fast and convenient solution for the specification of HD resolution LED displays for meeting spaces and lobbies. For […]

SiliconCore Launches EZ-HD Series of LED Displays

Extron Collaboration Systems Upgrades LinkLicense Pro Series User Interface

Extron announced a new LinkLicense Pro Series User Interface Upgrade for Extron HC 400 Series Meeting Space Collaboration Systems. This optional upgrade enables the use of mobile devices such as a tablet to control the system. It gives integrators the freedom to choose control interfaces based on the customer’s specific needs and offers the user […]

Extron Collaboration Systems Upgrades LinkLicense Pro Series User Interface

Yorktel Adds to Univago HE Telehealth Platform

Yorktel today announced a new addition to its Univago HE healthcare communications solution suite — the Acute patient solution. With the same clinician interface as the Univago HE ICU, Acute has been purpose built to give hospitals a flexible solution for greater expansion into patient environments outside of the ICU such as medical-surgical units, step-down […]

Yorktel Adds to Univago HE Telehealth Platform

Projection Pioneer Jack Kline Steps Down After 40 Years at Christie

Christie has announced that Jack Kline, a pioneer in digital cinema technology and architect of the innovative Virtual Print Fee (VPF) that accelerated the adoption of digital projection in movie theaters and created a revolution in global entertainment, is stepping down as Chairman, President and CEO of Christie after 40 years with the company, effective […]

Projection Pioneer Jack Kline Steps Down After 40 Years at Christie

Crestron Expands Room Scheduling Platform at ISE

At ISE 2019, Crestron debuted its latest hardware and software additions to its room scheduling platform. Two new scheduling panels — 5″ portrait and 5″ landscape — are now available, along with an optional room availability light bar. Like all Crestron scheduling panels, they connect directly to a Microsoft Exchange Server, Office 365 and G […]

Crestron Expands Room Scheduling Platform at ISE

CCS Presentation Systems Expands with New Florida Office

CCS Presentation Systems, a leader in the commercial audiovisual integrator industry for over 27 years, continues to expand with the addition of a new Tallahassee office. The new office is part of the CCS Southeast division, headquartered in Jacksonville with additional offices in Orlando, Miami, Knoxville, Tennessee and Atlanta, Georgia. Chris de Treville will lead […]

CCS Presentation Systems Expands with New Florida Office

Sonic Foundry Demos Latest Release of Mediasite at ISE 2019

Sonic Foundry today announced the latest innovations to its Mediasite Video Platform. Updates include enhanced collaborative video capture solutions, real-time video monitoring and DVR capabilities, a caption editor and easily accessible video for any training room, huddle room or classroom. The features include: Comprehensive video and web conference capture with Mediasite Join. Live streaming capabilities, […]

Sonic Foundry Demos Latest Release of Mediasite at ISE 2019

New TASCAM MX-8A Matrix Mixer Is Aimed at MultiZone Installs

With eight mic/line inputs, eight line outputs, integrated DSP for audio optimization and a built-in, 2×2 audio interface, TASCAM’s new MX-8A matrix mixer is excellent choice for small to medium-sized installs in applications such as stores, restaurants and banquet rooms. Combine up to ten sources (eight mic/line input channels and two USB audio interface returns) […]

New TASCAM MX-8A Matrix Mixer Is Aimed at MultiZone Installs

Crestron FT2 Series FlipTops Debut at ISE 2019

Crestron just debuted the FT2 Series of FlipTops at ISE 2019. The new FT2 FlipTops fit into almost any standard desk/table cut-out and sit flush on the surface. When presenting in a meeting, a touch of the button on the FT2 FlipTop activates its door (which retracts). All connectors and cables are revealed at table-level […]

Crestron FT2 Series FlipTops Debut at ISE 2019

Optoma Intros ProScene Line of ProAV Laser Projectors

Optoma today announced three new additions to its ProScene projector series featuring 4K HDR compatibility aimed at houses of worship, museums, entertainment and education settings. The Optoma ZH506T, ZU506T and ZW506-W projectors are spec’d at 300,000:1 contrast ratio, are all 5,000 lumens and can last up to 20,000 hours of operation. In addition, each projector […]

Optoma Intros ProScene Line of ProAV Laser Projectors

Sony and UbiCast Join Forces

Sony and lecture capture solution provider UbiCast have announced the launch of Miris Netcapture software and Miris Video Platform. The new network-based lecture capture solution integrates with Vision Exchange, Sony’s active learning and interactive lecture solution. While Sony’s Vision Exchange allows students and teachers to share and annotate content wirelessly from their laptop, smartphone or […]

Sony and UbiCast Join Forces

Canon Debuts Native 4K Projector

Canon Europe today announced a new 4K laser projector, the XEED 4K5020Z, which is a compact 4K LCoS laser projector. The new projector allows for installation in any 360-degree orientation and uses a spigot lens fitting. It’s compatible with seven interchangeable Canon lenses, including the new RS-SL07RST 4K lens. It features a 1.76x motorized zoom […]

Canon Debuts Native 4K Projector

Epson Debuts Pro L Interchangeable-Lens Laser Projectors at ISE 2019, Including 30K Lumens Version

Epson today announced a new range of compact, interchangeable-lens Pro L laser projectors. In addition, Epson is introducing new 9,000 and 30,000 lumen laser projectors. Epson’s new projectors will be on display at ISE 2019 in Amsterdam from Feb. 5-8 at Epson’s booth, #1-H90. The new range of Pro L projectors are Epson’s most compact, […]

Epson Debuts Pro L Interchangeable-Lens Laser Projectors at ISE 2019, Including 30K Lumens Version

Sony Intros Three New Laser Projectors in the VPL-FHZ75 and VPL-FHZ70

Sony just launched two new installation projectors in the VPL-FHZ75 and VPL-FHZ70, both aimed at schools, corporations, churches, museums and entertainment installations. With a native WUXGA (1920×1200) resolution, the 3LCD projectors are specified at 6,500 lumens and 5,500 lumens, respectively, and use a newly-developed 0.76-inch LCD panel. Both models come with an ‘intelligent setting’ feature […]

Sony Intros Three New Laser Projectors in the VPL-FHZ75 and VPL-FHZ70

Crestron Expands AV-over-IP Product Line at ISE 2019

Crestron has debuted new additions to the DigitalMedia product family at ISE 2019 this month. The new products include a DM NVX encoder and decoder with PoE+ support and DM NVX encoders/decoders with Dante audio networking. The DM-NVX-E30(C) and DM-NVX-D30(C) are encode- or decode-only units that support HDMI connectivity and analog audio. Compatible with all […]

Crestron Expands AV-over-IP Product Line at ISE 2019

Kramer Unveils the Industry’s First Audio Matrix with DSP and Interchangeable I/Os

Kramer Electronics has unveiled the industry first 20-port audio matrix with DSP and interchangeable inputs and outputs at ISE 2019. AFM‑20DSP provides configuration flexibility and eliminates I/O limitations with its 20 interchangeable analog audio ports, letting AV professionals get more functionality for less real estate. AFM-20DSP also packs eight AEC channels, auto feedback suppression, Dante […]

Kramer Unveils the Industry’s First Audio Matrix with DSP and Interchangeable I/Os