InfoComm 2014, Las Vegas NV – June 18, 2014 – Blackmagic Design today announced that Ocala, Florida based NOW Church has installed and begun capturing services with two new Blackmagic Studio Cameras HD. NOW Church has also completed a full AV installation that includes two Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras, a Blackmagic Cinema Camera (EF) and […]
Joel sits down with Michael Hassett, Managing Director of TDC – Technical Direction Company, a top provider of video solutions to the events and entertainment industry about the trek to InfoComm14 and the business in Australia. Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS
Harman’s Eric Tarkiainen, Vice President of Global Marketing, explains to rAVe founder, Gary Kayye, that they’re perfectly positioned to integrate the video-centric AMX product line into the audio-centric HARMAN family of companies. An, although he wouldn’t confirm any more acquisitions for 2014, he made it clear that HARMAN is staking a claim on anything integrators […]
Crestron’s new FlipTop Touch Screen Control System (FT-TSC600) works with a 3-Series control system and includes an integrated 5-inch TSW touch screen. In addition, the FT-TSC600 provides connectivity, cable management, and control in a tabletop design. Recessed when not in use, the FT-TSC600 provides a hidden solution for accessing cables, connectors, power outlets, and room […]
Panasonic’s Senior Director, Business Division Strategy of AV, Art Rankin, is clearly excited by his company’s market position with respect to its thorough product line. Sporting an applications-based booth, Panasonic has not only filled out its projector line to serve every market from classrooms to rental/staging, but Rankin explains that all the ProAV groups are […]
Crestron’s new HDBaseT compliant DM-RMC-4K-100-C-1G is a signal interface and control solution for a single HD or 4K display device in a DM system. A single cable connects the DM-RMC-4K-100-C-1G to a DM switcher or transmitter, or to an HDBaseT source, transporting video, audio, control, networking and power signals all through one category cable. Crestron […]
In a small corner of the ELMO booth at InfoComm 2014, a new product called Circle P2MP from start-up Circle Technologies made its debut. It literally allows an instructor in a classroom to take over and send anything and everything from his/her own laptop to all the tablets or laptops of the students in the […]
On day two, Joel interviews Geoff Abbott, who manages the Japanese market for Crestron, about doing business as an American manufacturer in Asian markets. Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS
Barco’s merger with projectiondesign is celebrated with their first collaborative product line in the form of the F50 Series of projectors. And, it was all captured on video as rAVe founder Gary Kayye, toasts the launch with Jorn Eriksen, General Manager of the projectiondesign division and Patrick Lee, VP of Marketing, Corporate and Entertainment.
Gary and Joel wrap up day 2 of InfoComm 14 with comments on the show so far and an outlook for the final day. Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS
Almo ProAV made their industry debut just four years ago and, over that time, have become one of the top – if not the top- distributors in the ProAV market. In fact, they actually won the 2014 Reader’s Choice Award for Favorite Distributor. Sam talks the award and their outlook for 2014.
NSCA’s Electronic Systems Outlook has been updated for Summer 2014, and now includes information based upon actual data from Q1 and Q2 of 2014, and forecasted information for the remainder of the year. Free to all NSCA members, and available to non-members for $399, the new report provides updated indicators of fresh business opportunities by […]
Ingolf de Jong, president of start-up Communa, has invented an easy way to make any iPhone or Android phone a conference phone dialer into a large AV system. Using a box called BluVanti, you can connect your phone into any audio system (via Bluetooth) so that it can instantly become a conference phone dialer – […]
Barco has introduced a new piece of software called the ClickShare Management Suite. This new Web-based tool allows administrators to manage the entire fleet of ClickShare units throughout the enterprise from a central position. Features include performing or scheduling updates, consulting a range of information, and making sure all Base Units perform optimally. Barco’s ClickShare […]
At this year’s InfoComm show, Visix has completely redesigned its MeetingMinder room sign product line and added a bunch of new features as well as launched a more aesthetic look. The ePaper version will also now go for as low as $300. And, they’re also pushing their new offering of creative content design for digital […]
Adding to its Control Contractor Series, HARMAN’s JBL Professional has introduced the Control 45C/T coaxial ceiling loudspeaker, a two-way, 5.25-inch loudspeaker that offers what JBL says is “extremely consistent” 120-degree broadband pattern control featuring the company’s Radiation Boundary Integrator (RBI) technology. The Control 45C/T is an in-ceiling professional loudspeaker designed for environments that can benefit […]
How many of your workforce are part of the Millennial Generation (born between 1977-1994)? How many of your client’s workforce is in this category? This generation now makes up one third of the current workforce and will make up three-quarters by 2025. Most of this group has never known a time without cable television, cell […]
Innovative Electronic Designs (IED) has launched a software tool called IED DIRECTOR software. DIRECTOR features an easily accessible overview of an entire system’s status and allows for easy system operation through a facility specific customizable GUI. IED DIRECTOR is the ideal addition to a GLOBALCOM system especially in complex facilities like airports, public transportation systems, […]
NEC Display Solutions has announced today that Ashley Flaska, vice president of marketing, has been named to the CRN 2014 Women of the Channel, and has been recognized as one of this year’s Power 100. The annual Women of the Channel list highlights the accomplishments of female executives within vendor, distribution, and solution provider organizations, […]
FlatFrog Laboratories announced today availability of palm rejection support for large touch solutions and continued growth of its patent portfolio. A well-known problem when using touch screens is registration of unintended touches from users’ palms when placed on larger touch surfaces like touch tables and tablets. This causes false touches leading to poor user experience […]
Right before the 2014 InfoComm show opened, we picked the top-10 “must see” products that were pre-launched. This doesn’t necessarily mean that these 10 products and companies were the top-10 of the entire show as this top-10 is based on what was submitted to us pre-show. But, certainly these products matter – big-time. In fact, […]
Innovative Electronic Designs has announced that the IED1581NA-C/IED1581NA-D and IED1542NA-C/IED1542NA-D single and dual channel PoE power amplifiers are now available. These amplifiers are designed for use in smaller applications that require full-bandwidth audio and where low power and low cost are considerations. The IED1581 amplifiers have a single channel output that offers 8 watts of […]
Gary and Joel begin day two of InfoComm 14 with a wrap up of day one, and a look ahead at the show and what the various new trends mean for the industry. Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS
PreSonus has announced a new digital mixing solution that provides up to 64-channels, multi-track recording, networked remote control for under $8,000 U.S. This solution will be available via an upcoming firmware upgrade for all StudioLive AI-series Active Integration digital mixers. Users will be able to start with 16, 24, or 32 channels, then cascade a […]
Today’s podcast is all about teaching integrators how to get in to digital signage content creation services and re-sell it to clients. Listen and learn how. Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS
Today at InfoComm 2014, Panasonic announced the launch of new projectors, displays and accessories. HD Video Acquisition and Production Solutions – Panasonic showcased several video production offerings here, including a new professional AVCCAM HD handheld camcorder, the company’s most advanced production switcher to date, and its first P2 HD handheld camcorder with AVC-ULTRA recording. The […]
Hitachi America introduced two new interactive projector models, the Hitachi CP-TW3003 and CP-TW2503. Both are interactive models that feature an ultra-short throw design and are aimed at the K-12, higher education and corporate presentation markets. So-called “new generation interactive features” include multiple pen capability, auto-calibration, PC-less drawing, and multi-display interactive use. Additionally, a suite of […]
NEC Display Solutions has announced today that Ashley Flaska, vice president of marketing, has been named to the CRN 2014 Women of the Channel, and has been recognized as one of this year’s Power 100. Wow! Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS
DPA Microphones just launched its new d:screet Omnidirectional Miniature Necklace Microphone at InfoComm 2014. Especially useful for instances when mounting and consistent audio output are the primary requirements, the d:screet Necklace Mic is ideal for quick costume changes. Featuring DPA’s legendary d:screet 4061 Omnidirectional Miniature Capsule in a soft rubber necklace, the d:screet Necklace Mic […]
