Pakedge Device & Software has just launched the W7 Dual-Band Concurrent Wireless Access Point that offers simultaneous 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz operation with more range, speed, reliability and configuration options than conventional designs — some specifically for AV applications. The W7 utilizes exclusive Pakedge Smartwav technology to sense the wireless environment around WAPs and weave a […]

Aimed at recording rehearsals and performances in schools and churches, the PreSonus AudioBox Stereo recording kit includes a USB interface with Studio OneArtist music-production software, HD7 monitoring headphones, a pair of small-diaphragm condenser microphones and all necessary cables. It’s designed for capturing live performances and rehearsals, songwriting, song production, podcasting and a variety of educational […]

InfoComm International announced this month the election results for the 2014 InfoComm International board of directors. Craig Janssen, LEED AP, of Acoustic Dimensions, has been elected secretary-treasurer. Deb Britton, of K2 Audio LLC and Michael Carter, of AMX, have been elected as directors. In addition, Zane Au, of Shen Milsom & Wilke and Sarah Joyce, […]

Melbourne, Australia – 2nd December 2013: Atomos, creator of the award-winning field recorders Ninja-2, Samurai, Samurai Blade and Ronin, and the acclaimed Connect converters announces the appointment of Cheng Seng Trading Co., Ltd. “Atomos is excited to work with Cheng Seng Group as the exclusive distributor for Atomos products in Taiwan. Cheng Seng Group cover not […]

MELBOURNE, Australia and MALVERN, UK – 28 November 2013 – Kordz and HD Connectivity announce today that they are partnering to offer Kordz products directly to the UK market. As of November 28th, HD Connectivity will offer Kordz core HDMI products, including the award winning NEO-S3, directly to its customers throughout the United Kingdom. “This […]

JVC’s ILA division has debuted its new DLA-2400ZG projector with e-shift technology today at the I/ITSEC 2013 Show in Orlando, Fla. The DLA-VS2400ZG delivers a 5.1 megapixel equivalent image (2592×1944 pixels) via JVC’s proprietary e-shift technology, along with a spec of 18,000:1 contrast ratio and a minimum of 900 ANSI lumens. It offers two HDMI […]

By Monica Heck Special to InfoComm International Whether you call it simply unified communications (UC) or you also throw collaboration into the mix (UCC), it’s clear that this years-old-yet-bleeding-edge technology has finally gained its footing. Even if you struggle to define the collection of videoconferencing, chat, email and other solutions that fall under the UC […]

I/ITSEC/ORLANDO, Fla. – (2nd December 2013) – Christie® is bringing powerful visual display solutions to I/ITSEC 2013, 2nd-5th December and demonstrating a diverse range of solid-state and lamp-based DLP® technologies in 2D and 3D. These include the Christie Matrix StIM™ WQ – the brightest, LED-based WQXGA-resolution simulation projector; a deployable immersive training simulator; the Christie Mirage […]

Meyer Sound has expanded its on-stage solutions with the new self-powered MJF-210 — a so-called low-profile high-power stage monitor. The MJF-210 measures less than 14 inches high and weighs 67 pounds and provides the sonic and practical advantages of a self-powered system, including reliability, low distortion and ease of setup and configuration. With the amplifier […]

DisplayNote Technologies Ltd, the collaboration and content sharing software for tablets, displays and desktops, has appointed Andy Penman as it’s VP of Sales for the USA. Andy joins DisplayNote with 10 years’ experience in the technology industry, specifically education technology such as interactive classroom displays and classroom response technology. He is also a fully qualified […]

One comment I frequently hear about HDBaseT is that it’s a “bridge technology” between the old days of simple point-to-point connectivity and a future in which AV joins the rest of our data on those great big IP networks which dominate the rest of our lives. Are we ready for this paradigm shift? Is the […]

We are proud to introduce our to-date most advanced AV control system: Neets Control – DelTa The DelTa is a 19” AV Control System with Integrated Audio Mixer incl. balanced in and outputs. In short: Control all room functions from a single mobile touch device (iOS, Android or Windows 8) Room, Light and AV control […]

Havision has released the latest version of InStream Mobile, which brings iPad, iPhone and Android users live, high definition video streaming on their mobile devices. Supporting end-to-end latency of less than 500 milliseconds for 1080p60 video (when coupled with Haivision’s Makito X HD H.264 encoder), InStream Mobile is designed for live collaboration in mission critical […]

Advantech, the embedded platform and integration services leader has signed an agreement with Avnet Technology Solutions. The partnership is formed specifically for the ProAV market in Europe. Avnet Technology Solutions is a global IT solutions distribution leader and an operating group of Avnet, Inc. State-of-the-Art Signage Solutions for the Pro AV Market As a global […]

CEDIA has announced the 2014 volunteer board of directors, which includes four new directors: Terence Murray, Michael Pope, Will Pisula and Joe Whitaker. Terence Murray — Terence Murray has 24 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry as a home technology professional. Currently Terence serves as vice president, strategic development & operations for AudioVisions […]

MONTREAL, CANADA — November 26, 2013 — Today, Havision released the latest version of InStream Mobile, bringing iPad, iPhone, and Android viewers the fastest video player for live, high definition video streaming. Supporting end-to-end latency of less than 500 milliseconds for 1080p60 video when coupled with Haivision’s Makito X HD H.264 encoder, InStream Mobile is ideal for the […]

Extended warranties are commonplace with CE and computer retailers, as well as in the IT industry. However, they are less prevalent in the AV integration channel. That’s changed somewhat over time: Back in the day it was something often suggested in CEDIA courses I attended, but ten years ago the practice of AV company maintenance […]

By Calvin Hsieh DisplaySearch After several months of reported talks between the companies, Apple confirmed the acquisition of PrimeSense last weekend for a reported $360M. PrimeSense is an Israel-based company known for its structured light technology (which it calls “light coding”), which was used by Microsoft in its first Kinect. Interestingly, Microsoft switched to ToF […]

The focus of this series “Power of Content” is to help people with content strategies and how they relate to digital screen media. Changing content based on what time of day it is and what day of the week it is can critically affect the impact of digital signage content on customers and associates. The same […]

AudioControl’s new Concert AVR-6 and Concert AVR-8 are home theater receivers capable of both “Ultra HD” and 4K (3840×2160 pixel resolution). The Concert AVR-8 offers an amp with seven 200 watts per channel, while the Concert AVR-6 offers seven 100 watts per channel theater. Both output 8 ohms. Features include: 7.1 Home Theater 4K Ultra […]

In order to help make the setting up of its single/dual PCT™ and multi-touch MPCT™ touchscreen solutions as straightforward and time efficient as possible, Zytronic has now introduced a user-friendly software package. The new, ZyConfigTM smart set-up tool introduces a simple to follow sequential approach which walks the touchscreen integrator through the installation process step […]

As we approach the holidays and our year begins to wind down, I thought I’d have a little fun. I hope you enjoy my columns about world-changing websites such as change.org and green information on topics as varied as noise pollution, but I want to switch gears a little this month. I think we all […]

The IMCCA has announced that the Government Special Interest Group (GSIG) will be featuring several hot topic talks and panel discussions at the upcoming GovComm event being held on Dec. 4 and 5 in Washington, D.C. The GSIG provides a forum to help government groups stay on top of the latest developments in collaboration technologies. […]

Pakedge Device & Software has just launched the K61-A and K61U-A gateway appliances. Both have six pre-configured VLANs, Pakedge BakPak monitoring and something the company calls TruStream. The K61U-A includes all the features of the K61-A, with the addition of Pakedge’s Unified Threat Management (UTM) network security. UTM provides parental controls and high security by […]

As Information and Communication Technology (ICT) professionals, we often are missing an opportunity with a key ally in our efforts to work with clients to design and implement a wide range of technology solutions within the built environment. Most likely it is because we don’t have the language skills necessary to better communicate with this […]

Dayton, OH, November 26, 2013—STRATACACHE, a leading provider of scalable, high-performance digital signage, content distribution and enterprise video accelerationtechnologies, today announced the continued expansion of its Asia-Pacific operations with the opening of a new service office complex. Located in South Australia, the new office addresses the rising international demand for STRATACACHE digital media solutions in the region. The new facility […]

Phoenix, AZ November 22nd, 2013 – Atlas Sound, the leader in commercial audio solutions for over 80 years, was pleased to have its ControlKom 2.0 software and paging relays selected to run the on site paging system at the 2013 New York City Marathon held November 3rd, 2013. The New York City Marathon is one […]

A friend of mine travels the country providing environmental projection and lighting for churches. The fact that he’s now an Executive Platinum member on American Airlines is due entirely to how frequently he travels the country providing this service to countless churches, where he introduces church leaders to the possibility of endless scenic solutions for […]

Franklin, Tennessee. November 26, 2013: DPA Microphones is drumming up some attention while on the road with the Grammy nominated alternative rock band Paramore for the band’s self-titled world tour. DPA’s d:vote™ 4099 Instrument Microphones and d:dicate™ 2011C Compact Cardioid Microphones are keeping Paramore’s touring drummer in beat with band mates and fans by delivering […]

Denon is now shipping its new DN-700R network SD/USB audio recorder that records WAV and MP3 audio files to solid state media storage drives including SD/SDHC and USB. A network-based device, the DN-700R allows users to easily program the unit for scheduled events, record and play back material automatically, and designate locations for audio transfer […]

Traditionally, people fall into and then stick with a particular console — although some dedicated game fans with the financial wherewithal go for both. And, the type of consumer we’re looking at with a home theater is likely to want two or three consoles (and maybe a PC as well). It’s a pretty safe bet […]

In an effort to both reach new people and serve those who cannot come to a church service due to travel, work or illness, churches have increasing added online streaming services. Once again, what used to be reserved for “television churches” has now trickled its way down to even the smallest churches, thanks to advances […]