In an effort to provide integrators with backup power protection for a broader range of project requirements (aka: cheaper), Middle Atlantic Products is introducing the Select Series UPS at CEDIA. This collection of competitively priced UPS products features compact form factors and IP capability, and joins the company’s Premium Series UPS products. At the heart […]

Pro Control recently introduced an all-new line of Z-Wave lighting control solutions. The new Pro Control lighting control solutions utilize Z-Wave RF technology, creating a wireless network that integrates with Pro Control’s home automation systems via the Pro.zwi Z-Wave interface module. Designed for both new construction and retrofit installations, the product line consists of light […]

CEDIA today announced a new brand strategy and visual identity that members will experience for the first time onsite in Dallas at the CEDIA 2015 show. “CEDIA 2015 provides a unique opportunity to showcase the brand identity and bring it to life for so many of our members,” said Vin Bruno, CEDIA CEO. “From our […]

CEDIA Expo is the backdrop for the introduction of URC’s latest Total Control handheld interface, new TRC-820. Programmable using URC’s Accelerator, the TRC-820 is designed to work with all URC System controllers. Dubbed “affordable” by URC’s announcement to rAVe, TRC-820 is Wi-Fi based (the first of URC’s entry-level controllers to not be 2.4 GHz). Using […]

Stewart Filmscreen will introduce its new LuminEsse at CEDIA – a fixed frame wallscreen system to the custom AV installation market. The LuminEsse fixed frame front projection wall screen has been sold through their commercial AV group for almost a year, but has not yet been shown to the residential AV market. Using an edgeless […]

AudioControl unveiled its new series of multi-channel distributed audio amplifiers, the Architect ‘P’ Series, at CEDIA this week. These new models are available with 12 or 16-channels and have over 100 watts per channel RMS into 8 ohms or 200 watts per channel RMS into 4 ohms, all channels driven. Additional adjoining channels can be […]

Remote Technologies Incorporated (RTI) today announced that it is now shipping its water-resistant WK2 in-wall keypad. Designed with an all-glass exterior, the innovative keypad has a sleek, contemporary look, while giving integrators the ability to extend control systems to zones where moisture may be present. Combining modern styling and custom control, the WK2 features a […]

We are here in Dallas, TX for the HomeAV industry’s mega-show, CEDIA Expo. This is the first time it’s been back in Dallas for over 20 years and, so far, all indications is that this show will break every record it has ever had. For example, there are a record number of exhibitors – over […]

The DaVinci Group will launch a series of updated in-ceiling speakers under its Vanguard Dynamics brand. The new models are part of its popular Edgeless Design Series and represent a what they describe as a significant upgrade over previous versions of the same speaker models. The updated product series includes three new 6½-inch models: the […]

Dynaudio is debuting its new Emit loudspeaker range at the 2015 CEDIA Expo. With this new range, Dynaudio creates an entry-level product line. The models in the new Dynaudio Emit series include: Emit M10: compact bookshelf loudspeaker with 14 cm mid/woofer; $750.00 per pair Emit M20: compact bookshelf loudspeaker with 17 cm mid/woofer; $950.00 per […]

Stewart Filmscreen will debut a new initiative, Stewart Standard Solutions, at CEDIA Expo 2015. Standard Solutions streamlines the process for selecting Stewart Filmscreen’s most popular screen systems, and offers financial benefits to integrators for choosing from the preset menu of products. The Standard Solutions product list includes one fixed frame wall screen, Luxus Deluxe Quick […]

At this week’s CEDIA Expo in Dallas, Core Brands will debut Proficient Signature architectural speakers and a revamp of its existing Proficient Protege speaker line. This will create new opportunities for installing dealers while staying within the Proficient brand. The Proficient Signature portfolio of ten architectural speakers builds on the success Proficient achieved with its […]

ESP/SurgeX’s new Envision is a power diagnostics system that measures and records power conditions and presents detailed data in live or date-stamped reports. As integrators and electricians diligently work together to complete a job, Envision provides energy data that can be used to accurately identify the source of common electrical issues the first time around, […]

Targeting high-end media rooms and private cinemas, Wisdom Audio is introducing an entire new range of models dedicated to hidden installations behind projection screens and fabric walls. Following up on the Wisdom Series LS3i & LS4i Line Source models for private cinemas, the Sage Cinema Series consists of five models — three Line Sources and […]

Artison today announced something called the Nano Backpack (WiSA Powered) — a compact, thin audio hub. Measuring a 1″ x 9″ x 9″ (H/W/D), Backpack is aimed at enabling wireless home theater audio, whether it is mounted on the wall, behind a flat panel display or in the wall. Three internal 100-watt Class D amplifiers […]

Séura has added an 84-inch TV to its Storm line of sleek outdoor televisions. With 4K UHD native resolution, the new 84-inch Séura Storm is designed for use in non-direct sunlight, and claims a 450-nit panel brightness with an anti-glare coating. All Séura outdoor TVs are built to thrive outside year-round, regardless of climate or […]

Parasound has expanded its ZoneMaster custom installation amplifier line with the introduction of three new models. The six-channel Parasound ZoneMaster 650, four-channel ZoneMaster 450, and two-channel ZoneMaster 250 use the same 50-watt bridgeable amplifier circuits, offer the same quality sound, and deliver the same high levels of dependability as the company’s ZoneMaster 1250 Universal 12-channel […]

AudioControl today announced the launch of their new 7.1.4 Concert AVR-7 and Concert AVR-9 receivers with Dolby ATMOS, 4K, HDMI 2.0a, HDCP 2.2 and introducing DIRAC LIVE FOR AUDIOCONTROL. The AVR-9’s 7 x 200 watts per channel theater amplifier is designed as the high-end home theater amp. The Concert AVR-7 also includes the same high […]

Christie today extended its Christie Vive Audio solution with the introduction of the LA2 premium screen channel loudspeaker and the LA3S 3-ohm premium surround channel loudspeaker. Both products are expected to be available in November. The LA2 Line Array completes the family of LA (Line Array) speakers for use in screen channel applications by completing […]

Display lift company Nexus 21 just launched the lift-activated Speakeasy Poker Table, a nifty product that presents a new revenue opportunity for CE integrators. The Speakeasy offers guests not just a poker table, but also a concealed whiskey and spirit bar that comes up from the center of the table. It will debut at CEDIA […]

Transformative Engineering has introduced the HDM-4×2, a four-source, two-display HDMI matrix switch with a local HDMI output and remote HDBaseT output that they claim is capable of switching 4K signals (buyer beware, as there are no 4K compatibility specs for color bit depth). The local output is Audio Return Channel (ARC) enabled, and the remote […]

Bryston today introduced its Model T Cinema “reference” home theater in-wall loudspeaker. By leveraging the design of the Model T floor-standing loudspeaker, Bryston has developed an architectural speaker system for dedicated home theater rooms. In order to achieve the desired performance goals from an in-wall speaker system, Bryston is using seven drivers in a three-way […]

Extron’s new HD 4K 110 Series are simply one input, one output signal regenerators that are designed to guarantee signal integrity for HDMI sources with marginal or poor quality output. The signal regenerators are HDCP compliant, and support computer and video resolutions up to 4K, including 1080p/60 with Deep Color. Designed to recondition signals at […]

I was saddened to learn of the passing of my first ever editor, Denise Harrison. If you’ve been a long-time reader of mine, then you likely have read her work. Denise was the first person who made me sound better. I have always been what is considered a prolific writer — but that doesn’t mean […]

Bose Professional is now shipping four new dual-channel amplifier models from its broadened FreeSpace amplifier line. These models are optimized for premium commercial applications such as retail, restaurants and hospitality. There are two mixer amplifiers (IZA 2120-HZ, IZA 2120-LZ) and two expansion amplifiers (ZA 2120-HZ, ZA 2120-LZ) each at 120 watts per channel. FreeSpace amplifiers can be quickly […]

Ihiji will launch its new Software as a Service (SaaS) tool, Ihiji ServiceManager, at CEDIA Expo 2015 next week. Designed to help integrators, security monitoring firms and other companies and trades that offer technical support or other services to make their businesses more productive and profitable, Ihiji ServiceManager allows for a service-based recurring revenue stream. Ihiji says that […]

Primacoustic as launched Paintables Clouds, a new series of acoustic panels you can paint on, and they are already shipping. The new Paintables clouds include the circular Cirrus, the hexagonal Hexus and the square Altos. Each panel is made from 1-1/2″ thick high density 6lb glass wool for exceptionally even absorption and feature resin hardened […]

Vivitek today introduced the LED HD Qumi Q6, a WXGA pocket projector with 800 ANSI lumens and capable of projecting an image up to 90’’ diagonal (in the dark). The Q6 also uses an LED light source that’s spec’d at 30,000 hours of use. The Q6 uses the MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) connection port for […]

Crestron is shipping a new 4K wall plate transmitter (DM-TX-4K-100-C-1G) and receiver (DM-RMC-4K-100-C-1G) pair integrated with built-in serial and IR ports control. Both are direct replacements for the DM-TX1-C-1G and DM-RX1-C-1G and are HDBaseT compliant. Available in black or white single-gang, decors-style plates, Crestron says they are low-cost 4K transmitters that can be powered using […]

BTX Technologies announced today that it is introducing HDMI cables (fiber-based) for 4K applications in a variety of lengths from 5 meters to 100 meters. These new fiber-based assemblies are considered lightweight and work in tight spaces, like floor boxes, and include EDID transmission.  They support high definition (1080p) and ultra-high definition (4K) video, deep […]

FX Luminaire just launched its new new Luxor CUBE, a hardwired module that allows the Luxor controller to zone and dim other brands of low voltage and line voltage light fixtures. In addition to controlling carriage, entry pillar, and holiday or bistro lights, the CUBE even allows control of water feature pumps, automatic gates, and […]

Pakedge’s new gigabit wireless access point (AP), the WX-1, is an 802.11ac access point that features a 3×3 Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) radio configuration for what Pakedge claims is up to five times faster connection speed and four times more bandwidth. Supporting twice as many clients, the WX-1 offers a higher channel capacity than […]