Christie allows visitors to jump into the future at InfoComm 2013
Wokingham, UK − (24th June 2013) – Christie® set out to anticipate the requirements of the future at the recent InfoComm 2013 in Orlando, Florida — making a bold statement which resulted in the company enjoying one of its most successful trade shows ever. The company’s suite of next generation digital display tools provided the main […]
That’s a Wrap! [Read This First]
The 2013 version of InfoComm has come to a close, but our coverage here will live forever here — on this InfoComm 2013 microsite! We have so much coverage — and there’s so much information on this InfoComm microsite that it can be overwhelming. So, please take moment to read this so we can familiarize […]
Middle Atlantic Intros New Lectern Line
At InfoComm, Middle Atlantic debuted its new Reference Series Lectern line that’s aimed at AV integrators and helping them speed up integration and reduces the effects of transit damage by shipping the outer wood surfaces separately from the internal rack structure. Each lectern features a fully customizable Presenter’s Panel that can be designed with cutouts […]
JVC Ships 84-Inch Pro 4K 60p Monitors
JVC Professional Products is shipping this month its new PS-840UD Professional Series ProVérité and RS‑840UD Reference Series 4K 84-inch LCD monitors. Both models offer native screen resolution of 3840×2160 (4K), as well as 60p input and display capability for professional sports and other high-speed content. Both models are designed for custom installations where high resolution […]
Kramer Adds the VP-425 ProScale Digital Scaler
Kramer Electronics announced the VP-425 digital scaler for computer graphics video and component HDTV signals at InfoComm 2013. The Kramer VP-425 up- or down-scales the PC or component video input and embeds the stereo audio into the HDMI output. The VP-425 is HDTV compatible and features a non−HDCP encrypted HDMI or DVI output signal on […]
Leon Speakers Intros Horizon Interactive Series for Telepresence, Videoconferencing
Leon’s Horizon Interactive Series, intended for telepresence and videoconferencing systems in corporate environments, are optimized for vocal clarity and a wide sound stage, giving the sense of different people in different places. The Horizon Interactive Personal Unit speakers (for single displays) and Multi-Display speakers (for any number of panels) combine sound and HD video all […]
Panasonic Intros New 50″, 65″, 85″ and 103″ Interactive Displays
Panasonic has launched a new line of plasma-based interactive displays that integrate whiteboard-style collaborative functions with pen-touch capabilities via an Electronic Pen System that detects and displays the input device’s position from the light emitted from the display. The system allows up to four pens to be used simultaneously for actions such as written annotation, […]
Crimson AV Debuts ADA Compliant Ultra Flat Articulating AV Mounts Aimed at Healthcare, Hospitality and ProAV
Crimson AV’s new AU42 and AU65 ultra-thin articulating AV mounts aimed at the ProAV and Healthcare markets. Securely holding flat panel displays a mere 1.09” from the wall when retracted and a full 21″ when fully extended, the flagship AU65 model claims to be the world’s lowest profile swing arm mount. Two models are included […]
IED Intros Backup Amplifier Switch
Innovative Electronic Designs (IED) has released the IED1544BAS backup amplifier switch. The IED1544BAS offers four independent channels of backup amplifier switching for 4Ω, 8Ω, 70.7V or 100V speaker lines up to 500 watts per channel. This unit can be used with any amplifier system that provides dry contact closures for fault conditions. The unit is […]
Panasonic Debuts Brightest Single-Chip DLP WUXGA Projector Ever
Panasonic’s newest single-chip DLPs are all part of the PT-DZ870U Series. The line includes the 8,500-lumen PT-DZ870UK, spec’d to be the industry’s brightest WUXGA (1920×1200) 1-Chip DLP projector; the 8500-lumen, WXGA (1280×768) resolution PT-DW830U; and the 10,000-lumen, XGA (1024×768) resolution PT-DX100U. The entire PT-DZ870 Series uses a new 420-watt, dual-lamp system. All models are specified […]
ViewSonic Adds 42″ DS Kiosk ePoster
ViewSonic unveiled a brand new super thin ePoster at InfoComm in the form of a 42″ full HD (1920×1080). The ep4220 is designed for retail or information signage and features a unique and stylized ID design, due to the slim LED panel technology with an edge-to-edge glass faceplate and slim curved styling. Integrated with a […]
RCF Debuts 2500-Watt Subwoofer
Designed to be used with the new HDL 10-A D-Line array, positioned between the SUB 8003-AS and SUB 8006-AS, the new RCF SUB 8004-AS includes the ability to be flown vertically to match the footprint of the HDL 10-A, but turn it horizontally and it can be flown above the HDL 10-A. In addition, RCF […]
Panasonic Debuts Ruggedized, Outdoor Displays
Panasonic’s newest LCD display, the LFX6, is designed for outdoor digital signage applications. The 47-inch TH-47LFX6U is spec’d at 1,000 cd/m2 of brightness — even in direct sunlight — and is rated at IP44-level dust and water resistance. The LFX6 is designed to operate in harsh environmental conditions such as heat, humidity, extreme cold and […]
ViewSonic Quells Rumors of a Projector Divestment with New 6K Lumen Projector
ViewSonic Corp launched the Pro10100 projector at InfoComm aiming it at theaters, museums, auditoriums, lecture halls and houses of worship. Offering 6,000 lumens, XGA (1024×768) resolution 3-chip DLP projector features interchangeable lens options, motorized zoom and focus with powered vertical and horizontal lens-shift functions, network management capability and supports 24/7 continuous use. Optional features include […]
Leon Intros Aesthetically-Pleasing Speakers, Subs for Home or Pro Market
Leon’s Horizon Commercial Series speakers are hand-crafted and built-to-order to match the exact width and finish of any flat-panel display. Combining left, center and right channels all in one cabinet, the Horizon Commercial Series revolutionizes the audio experience for video applications. From the 1.5″ deep Horizon 250-UT to the 120″ wide Horizon OS, the Horizon […]
Sony Shows 4K OLED — But, Don’t Take A Pic!
I took a picture of the new Sony 4K OLED display at the Sony booth and you’d have thought I had tried to steal something. Someone from Sony Japan quickly come over to me and asked me to delete my photo as they weren’t allowing any pics to be taken of the super-secret 55″ OLED-based […]
Texas Instruments Demos DLP-Based Multi-Touch Prototype
At last week’s InfoComm, Texas Instruments unveiled new technology advancements that will make seamless interactivity a reality for projection and display. DLP’s multitouch technology prototype claims to let customers turn any surface into a fully interactive touch screen for multiple users. “It’s no longer enough to be able to simply view content, consumers expect to […]
RCF NX L24-A Brings Modular Column Control to Staging Speakers
RCF has extended its NX modular series of rental and installed products with a new professional two-way active sound column. The NX L24-A contains four 6-inch drivers and a 2.5-inch voice coil compression driver, loaded on a waveguide, and contains a 700-watt two-way digital amplifier with Powercon connectors. All components have been purpose designed. Finished […]
Crestron AirMedia Offers Wireless Presentation Solution
At InfoComm, Crestron launched something called AirMedia, a wireless presentation solution for small meeting rooms. AirMedia is designed to allow for presentation, collaboration and content sharing capabilities to small conference rooms, huddle rooms and offices that aren’t wired for an AV system. Crestron says that AirMedia enables anyone to walk into a room, connect to […]
Crimson Debuts Modular Menu Board Display Mounts
Crimson’s Menu Board Mount System was designed to simplify the process of specifying and ordering multi-display menu board mounts. A fully modular solution for mounting multiple in-line 65” displays to the wall or ceiling in either landscape or portrait configuration, this product features Crimson’s unique post-installation leveling and cable management capabilities, and includes all of […]
Atlas Debuts Ceiling Tile Speaker Adapter
The new Atlas Sound DT12-2X2ADP is a ceiling tile adapter for use with the Atlas Sound DT12 1′ x 2′ drop in speaker system. The DT12-2X2ADP is an adapter plate that turns the Atlas Sound DT12 1′ x 2′ lay-in speaker package into an easy-to-install 2′ x 2′ speaker package that can replace an entire […]