Recently, I video interviewed a young, intelligent online education business owner in New York City, who introduced herself as Chief Storyteller for GoStrengths. There was no hesitation when I asked Renee Jain what I’d get if I opted into GoStrengths. This short video clip is a small part of my interview with her, but will […]
Almo Professional A/V, in partnership with InfoComm International, announced the last chance to register for its next E4 AV training and networking event taking place in Dallas on Sept. 13. In addition to bringing more than 30 manufacturing partners and a newly updated set of 13 educational sessions, many worth CTS Renewal Units (RUs), a […]
Hosts: Tim Albright, and Gary Kayye A few months back, Nortek had all these products spread out among different companies. Some of them even making the same thing; like speakers. Gary wrote a piece where he encouraged Nortek to put them under one company and brand them as such. Enter Core Brands, Nortek’s new group […]
Improv Electronics just unveiled its newest Boogie Board LCD eWriter, the Boogie Board Jot eWriter, last month. Like all other Boogie Board eWriters, the Boogie Board Jot eWriter features what Improv calls a “Reflex LCD” as its writing surface. Made of shatter-proof plastic, the Reflex LCD is ultra-thin and light and provides a writing experience […]
If you’re like me, when you first heard about carbon offsetting and carbon neutrality years ago, you rejoiced at being able to purchase a certificate that said we were doing the “right thing.” In our innocence, we figured we no longer had to feel guilty or concerned about the implications of our equipment wattage reaching […]
Whitlock has launched the new v-Scheduler, which the company describes as a one stop solution for room and video conferencing meetings across the enterprise as it enables customers to schedule meeting rooms and automate video meetings from a simple user interface anywhere, anytime and from any device. Powered by software made by MyVRM, v-Scheduler provides […]
SurgeX has announced a new line of IP-enabled surge eliminators called Axess Ready. With Axess Ready, integrators now have a complete line of IP integrated surge eliminators, from stand-alone solutions up through the company’s NEMA panels. Axess Ready products are fully equipped with IP network connectivity, no additional hardware needed. Once connected, a web interface […]
A new distribution company was announced today, Energy Squad, which will focus on offering environmentally-friendly equipment to the custom install market. Energy Squad will offer products such as LED lighting, home automation systems, AV equipment, HVAC, energy management solutions and more. Energy Squad will also work with its vendors and partners to develop environmentally-friendly products […]
We continue our Inside the EcoChamber series with Jim Sinopoli, founder of Smart Buildings, LLC. Smart Buildings provides owners, developers and architects with ways to manage, operate and meet their environmental and financial objectives through building systems. Scott Walker: One of the challenges in the GreenAV movement is people making the first step and moving […]
Chief is now shipping its kits designed for integrating iPads into AV environments. The kits include the FSBI2B portable iPad interface, which works with the latest two generations of the iPad. The snap fit is designed for easy removal for the user on the go. The KRA400B weight plate accessory, also available separately, accommodates the […]
Digital Signage Expo (DSE) has just been named one of Trade Show Executive Magazine’s 2011 Fastest 50. This award recognizes the fifty fastest-growing trade shows in North America based on total net square footage of exhibit space, number of exhibitors and attendance growth between 2010 and 2011. DSE was a previous winner of the Fastest […]
Following the wiring phase, the next and arguably the most important step in any installation is testing and validating the lines and connections. Because of that, reliable testers are a critical tool. While a lot of testing can be accomplished with an off the shelf multi-meter from the hardware store, including checking voltage, and testing […]
There is a great technical white paper on the Wireless Speaker and Audio Association (WISA) website that I highly recommend reading if you get a chance. It delves into the challenges and benefits of wireless home theater, along with the recent advances in technology. If you don’t get a chance to read the entire paper, […]
Have you ever used a screen material other than white for a projection application? If so, what color? Light gray, dark gray, or even black? What effect does screen color have on your projected image? What about the effect of the screen surface and material from which the screen is made? To solve these questions, […]
A U.S. federal jury in San Jose awarded Apple $1.05 billion in damages from Samsung for infringing on six patents. In a patent case that may alter the high tech landscape, the jury decided Apple’s patents are valid. The jury believed Apple did not violate any of Samsung’s patents. They also concluded Samsung willfully violated […]
Yamaha has announced a complete home theatre solution — the YHT-679BL, which is a system in a box offering an Apple AirPlay compatible receiver and a full 5.1 speaker package. The speakers include two front tower speakers, three compact satellites for the surrounds and center channel and a 6.5-inch 100-watt subwoofer packing Yamaha’s Advanced YSTII […]
The following is reprinted with permission from the Digital Screenmedia Association (DSA). For more information, go to http://www.digitalscreenmedia.org. Enterprise media analyst, advisor and educator Lyle Bunn (Ph.D. Hon) outlines the convergence of on-premises patron messaging with the “Paid-Owned-Earned” media model, describing how dynamic place-based signage owned by the retailer leverages “paid” messaging and activates “earned” […]
All new AmpliVox Sound Systems wireless microphones will broadcast over 16 UHF channels, instead of two. This upgrade includes all wireless sound systems and wireless lecterns, with no price increase over earlier two-channel models. The new 16-channel UHF frequencies expand the capability and range of earlier two-channel models by allowing multiple mic users in the […]
Panasonic is shipping its new LF5 Series LCDs, including the 42” TH-42LF5U and 47” TH-47LF5U. Along with 1080p resolution and a wide viewing angle of 178 degrees, the LF5 Series features a slim, 18.6-millimeter bezel, allowing the displays to be used in multi-screen video walls. The company claims a 500 cd/m2 brightness and a 9-ms […]
Extron’s new FOX RS 104 is a four port RS232 inserter for long-haul transmission of control signals to remote source and destination equipment over fiber optic cabling. Each port provides a bidirectional fiber optic connection to an Extron FOX Series transmitter and receiver for the insertion and extraction of control data, while maintaining a continuous […]
The new MCC2 cart from Dukane will sync and charge 32 iPads. Priced at $2,200, features include: Plastic design with steel internal structure Secure, can be closed and locked with combination padlock LED lights on top to indicate charging status Three extra outlets on top to charge peripherals Numbered slots with wire management Includes cooling […]
When is a church not just a church? For a growing number of churches in the U.S., the answer is when their large venues can double as performing arts centers. During my recent interview with one of the largest church architecture firms in the world, principal architect Scott Nelson of HH Architects reflected on this […]
Chief announced today the addition of the PX2W, which provides surge protection and power conditioning hidden in an easy-to-integrate power outlet. Chief has added this industry-first power outlet conditioner to several wall mounting products, which will add power protection to every installation. New mount bundles are available that include the power accessory with the WM2 […]
A new report from Forrester Research, The Forrester Wave: Room-Based Videoconferencing, Q3 2012, uses 39 criteria to evaluate the top vendors in the industry, assessing video collaboration solutions for every work environment — from mobile and desktops to room systems and immersive telepresence — along with the services that support them. The report covers: […]
The new 60″ LED-backlit LCD PN-V600 display has what Sharp is claiming is the thinnest bezel on the market. Designed for video wall applications where you want to create a giant, almost seamless image, the PN-V600 is specified to have only a 2.4-millimeter bezel on the right and bottom and 4.1 millimeter on the left […]
HAI by Leviton just launched a new Compact Fluorescent Light (CFL) and Light Emitting Diode (LED) dimmer. UL listed for both CFL and LED bulbs, the dimmer has the ability to control up to 600 watts. HAI says the 600W CFL/LED Dimmer (dubbed the 35A00-1CFL) features a special dimming curve that is optimized for CFL […]
Vaddio’s new Hot-Shot is aimed at camera control in the classroom and allows any of the Vaddio ClearVIEW HD-Series of PTZ Cameras to have up to 16 presets. It’s used in conjunction with Vaddio’s preset trigger devices, including the MicVIEW Mic Mixer/Switcher, StepVIEW Mats, AutoVIEW IR sensors, PresenterPOD or TouchVIEW. Triggering one of these devices […]
Laurie Englert was a normal woman working in the AV industry — at the top of her career, married and a mother of two great kids. In June of 2004, everything changed. Her husband committed suicide. He had suffered from mild depression and had gotten to a point where it all got to be too […]
The Digital Screenmedia Association (DSA) is now accepting entries for the DSA Crown Awards, recognizing the impact of excellent content in out-of-home environments through the use of digital signage, self-service kiosks and/or mobile technology. Entries are accepted from both members and non-members. The cost to enter is $195 per entry for DSA Members and $225 […]
Community’s Distributed Design Series of in-ceiling loudspeakers now comes in black (and white). Designed for nightclubs, bars, restaurants, houses of worship or any other application requiring a black ceiling loudspeaker, the face-only assembly and optional accessories, including Face Adapter Ring and Can Adapter/Trim Ring, are also available in matching black finishes. The D6-B is a […]
Wohler Technologies today announced the release of the AMP1-MADIe, a new in-rack portable MADI mixer with Ethernet control. The AMP1-MADIe can be connected in series with a 56- or 64-channel MADI stream for individual volume adjustment, mixing and audible monitoring of any eight selected MADI channels at once. Providing unique functionality equivalent to a MADI […]
