Visitors to ISE 2024 were greeted by the sight of a custom-made 7.5m umbrella where 61,500,000 pixels of animations enlivened every panel using six 10-bit, 4K, 20,000-Lumen projectors which were driven by a Green Hippo Hippotizer Boreal+ MK2 Media Servers. The project was realised by UK-based Motion Mapping, who were challenged with creating the […]
ISE 2024 has come and gone, and we definitely left a mark on the show with our coverage this year (over 2,000 product videos — crazy). But now that the show is over, ISE released a report reviewing many of its figures. This piece wraps up a few of those highlights. First of all, ISE […]
Cadac Console’s return to ISE and the unveiling of an entire new product portfolio, in the form of its flagship CM-Series integrated audio mix and network system. Here’s a video we shot of it at ISE 2024: An initial milestone on day one was the signing, at the show, of a US distribution agreement with […]
Jetbuilt announced Portal, a resource for real-time communication and information sharing between integrators and clients. Portal, which was unveiled at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2024, will further ignite “industry-wide collaboration among every industry professional,” according to the company. Jetbuilt’s Portal enables integrators to share pertinent information, such as project status, drawings and designs, equipment manuals […]
Welcome to my 24th annual Kayye’s Krystal Ball! It’s been an honor to have written this for 24 straight years and even more of an honor for it to have so many thousands of readers annually — it’s almost always our most-read article of the year on rAVe [PUBS]. So, if you’re reading this right […]
What a show! I am proud to say we sent reporters from rAVe [PUBS] to every single booth at ISE 2024 earlier this month to shoot videos of new (and returning!) products. We amassed a cache of more than 2,100 videos, and we posted them all on our (beautiful) ISE microsite, which also includes photos, […]
Sharp NEC Display Solutions Europe debuted the new Sharp-branded P721Q 4K UHD projector, part of a completely new projection family consisting of two new models, the Sharp P601Q and Sharp P721Q, both using DLP technology and having a brightness of up to 6000 ANSI lumen and 7200 ANSI lumen, respectively. The two projectors are aimed […]
Snap One today announced that Access Networks is expanding to the commercial AV market and hopes to compete with NETGEAR and Luxul for ProAV applications. Access Networks has a portfolio of products that span project needs from simple to complex and include secure networking with Wi-Fi 6 access points, multi-gig switches and Sophos router/firewalls. For […]
Dynacord announced the V600:2, a new member of its V Series family of commercial amplifiers. With a total output capacity of 600 watts, this ultra-compact two-channel amplifier is not only tailored for background music and announcements but also excels whenever higher SPL levels in small to mid-sized fixed installations are required, including educational facilities, hospitality […]
Planar announced the enhancement of three LED video wall solutions designed for indoor and outdoor and on-camera applications such as virtual production (VP) and extended reality (XR). The next-generation LED video wall families are the Planar Venue Pro Series, Planar Venue Pro VX Series and Planar Luminate Pro Series, which feature updated designs and enhanced […]
Vivitek just debuted the Novo DS110/DS310 digital signage player that can connect via HDMI to any display in portrait and landscape in 4K@60Hz and dual 4K@30Hz Video decoding. Designed to be easy to deploy — due to the integrated WiFi & Ethernet connection – the series offers interactive signage for a better engagement/two-way interaction with […]
Studio Technologies announced the release of its new Model 214A, 215A, and 216A Announcer’s Consoles. The three units are designed to serve as the audio control center for announcers, commentators and production personnel. The Model 214A, 215A, and 216A incorporate upgraded capability and performance while maintaining compatibility with the well-regarded Model 214, 215 and 216 […]
22Miles released its Microsoft Teams app and Outlook plug-in. The latest expansion of employee engagement offerings from 22Miles, the new app and plug-in will enhance workplace productivity and efficiency for 22Miles customers using Microsoft Teams, Outlook and Exchange. The 22Miles Teams app and Outlook plug-in expand the footprint of the company’s Microsoft integration stack, complementing […]
Comprehensive Connectivity Company launched the CSW-302PSMC Pro AV/IT Integrator Series 3×2 USB-C + HDMI 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 Matrix Switcher with USB 3.0 Hub, IP & RS232 Control and 60W PD. The CSW-302PSMC is a flexible 3×2 matrix switcher that they company says offers the two most used video input interfaces, HDMI and USB-C, along with […]
The new Neutrik etherCON TOP cable connectors are outdoor-rated RJ45 carriers for 1 Gbit/s / 100W PoE Ethernet and network connections. The D-shape panel mount connectors are designed to “withstand the harshest environment and offer a unique teardrop design.” These cable connectors are robust, RoHS / REACH compliant, flame retardant, UV and corrosion resistant and […]
AVer Information now offers cameras compatible with Vivitek’s NovoConnect ecosystem for an interactive wireless collaboration experience. NovoConnect allows users to integrate wireless sharing into any display in any type of room. It was created to allow large format display devices to have wireless collaboration and digital signage capabilities through any NovoConnect product. NovoDisplay and NovoTouch […]
Lowell Manufacturing is shipping an adjustable depth version of its four post networking racks. The company says the NR4PA Series is made for projects requiring more stability than two-post racks and where the exact depth for the ideal footprint is undetermined. The EIA/TIA and TAA-compliant NR4PA rack is available in two depth ranges, 24–36 inches […]
AUDAC launched a new range of compact dual-channel power amplifiers for commercial use. The company says the SCP Series half-rack amplifier can be used in stereo or bridge mode. Five models are available with power ratings ranging from 120W to 1,000W. The design of the half 19” rack space enclosure allows for single installation in […]
Integrated Systems Europe says the 2024 show was one of the most successful editions in its 20-year history. Taking place at the Fira de Barcelona Gran Via venue, the show attracted 73,891 unique verified attendees from 162 countries. ISE says this represents an increase of 27% on the 2023 edition. On Wednesday the show had […]
Wow. Wowowowowow. The show is officially over. We did it! Our final video count? 2,128. It’s been years since we shot this many videos and I am so impressed with how hard our team has worked to achieve such a feat. Let’s talk about ISE for a second, shall we? The show officially announced that […]
Crestron Electronics announced four DM NAX Audio Edge Devices to provide interoperability between audio sources for any AV-over-IP system. The company says each new accessory is available in two form factors: wall plates or surface mounts. A single network connection allows homeowners to control and manage the device through the Crestron Home OS. Other features […]
Well, somehow we’ve made it to Day Three. And if you’re thinking, “the crowds may have thinned now,” you’re very wrong. The crowds have not thinned in most halls — it’s stayed consistently busy. If you have to get across Hall 3 for any reason, good luck. I actually spoke to Mike Blackman, managing director […]
Audio-Technica announced that the ATND1061 Beamforming Ceiling Array Microphone has received upgrades with its latest firmware update, including VISCA (Video System Control Architecture)-over-IP and Voice Lift technology. The company says VISCA offers synchronized control of multiple video peripherals, improving interoperability and meeting equality. Using VISCA-over-IP, users can position the camera to match with the audio […]
PPDS (aka: Philips Professional Displays) announced the launch of a new line of Philips Hospitality TVs with Chromecast built in. The Philips Hospitality TV 4500 Series is an entry-level product line. Launching in 24”, 32”, 43” 50”, 55” and 65” sizes, PPDS says the TVs are native 4K UHD and include two 10-watt built-in speakers […]
LEWITT has released a firmware update for the CONNECT 6 audio interface. The company says the CONNECT 6 audio interface was released in 2022 and aims at content creators and streamers with software that allows management of hardware input/output channels, DSP effects, virtual stereo channels, independent mix buses and loopback. LEWITT says the new firmware […]
Waves System announced a new line of media servers called Proxima for video mapping in permanent installations such as restaurants, museums, gyms and point of sales. The company says the frame sync feature allows for synchronization while edge blending merges visuals, making use simple. The media servers also include NDI-compatibility. The Proxima media servers are […]
Panasonic Connect unveiled the RQ7 Series 1-Chip DLP Projector positioned between the FRQ60 Series (6,000lm) and the REQ12 Series (12,000lm), the RQ7 Series (7,500lm) but still aimed for mapping in galleries, museums and Location-Based Entertainment (LBE) attractions. The company says the new projector RQ7/RQ6 is native 4K and uses a 0.65-inch (16:9) DLP chip and […]
THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Digital Signage is one of the most important markets within AV technology. No one disputes that. You see everything from the signs outside your favorite drive-thru and your child’s classroom to the highest-security control rooms — all transforming to LEDs. That’s a lot of content. Making this content look good […]
ViewSonic and Crestron partnered to bring better control to ViewSonic’s ViewBoard IFP62 series of interactive displays and CDE30 series of presentation displays; now Crestron Connected. ViewSonic says it has developed myViewBoard Manager, a web-based platform allowing quick and efficient centralized management and remote control of ViewSonic’s displays. This partnership enables Crestron’s customers to adopt and […]
Listen Technologies and Ampetronic just debuted AURI as the first installed assistive listening system utilizing Auracast broadcast audio technology shipping later this year. The companies say Auracast is a new standard for Bluetooth Low Energy audio. It can broadcast audio simultaneously to an unlimited number of Auracast-compatible devices, including receivers, hearing aids, earbuds and smartphones. […]
BenQ debuted the RE03 Board Series interactive whiteboard integrated with InstaShare 2 wireless, identity management and antimicrobial technology aimed at the K-12 education market. Using license-free whiteboarding software, teachers can use any interactive lessons where they can choose the pen color, erase, open files or take screenshots. Like the rest of the BenQ Board smart […]
PPDS (aka: Philips Professional Displays) announced its first All-in-One direct LED displays and it’s available in either 4K and 8K resolutions; dubbed the Philips Unite LED All In One (AIO) Series. The new Philips Unite LED AIO 16:9 range consists of – at launch –of four new models, including the 4000, 4200, 5000 and 7000 […]