LG Electronics USA Business Solutions today unveiled a unique new LED display with very cool installation capabilities — the LG Transparent LED Film Display. The LG Transparent LED Film display (model LAT300MT1) offers digital content and information while interacting seamlessly with its surrounding environment. The versatile LED Film offers over 1,000 nits brightness, with each 480x480mm panel containing 256 […]
ClearOne launches two new and affordable CONVERGE Pro 2 DSP mixers, joining the already impressive lineup. The new CONVERGE Pro 2 48V provides four mic/line inputs with ClearOne’s next-generation Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC) technology, eight mic/line outputs and a VoIP interface with two default phone lines — and three more available through a software upgrade. The 48V shares an important distinction […]
The new Key Digital KD-VW4x4PRO is designed to bring video wall capabilities to all displays and digital signage. This processor supports seamless switching and features eight different user-selectable video wall modes with many horizontal and vertical layouts. These modes include: four horizontal: 1×4 rotated, 1×4, 1×3 and two sets of 1×2; and three vertical: 4×1, 3×1, two sets of 2×1 […]
With the introduction of virtual reality, the world of education is changing. As instructors are trying to bring this technology into their classroom, the one piece that has been missing has been how to store and charge both the VR goggles and phones safely and securely. Spectrum is addressing this with the debuting the new Immersion Series of VR […]
Absen Inc announced today to launch of its next generation in mobile indoor/outdoor LED solutions called the Xv-Series. The Xv-Series is aimed at the rental and staging market, with the ultra-fine 2.6-millimeter, 3.9-millimeter and 5.2-millimeter pixel pitch versions that provide a viewing angle of 160°/140° with a brightness level of 5,000 nits. Features include easy installation and dismantle, quick-to-swap power/data core and front […]
Oblong Industries will demonstrate this week at InfoComm 2017 new touch annotation capabilities for its Mezzanine 200 Series visual collaboration solution. It’s another key step in the evolution of the Mezzanine meeting room experience from the technology firm that places human-centered design thinking at the core of its approach to product innovation and development. Touch annotation on the Mezzanine 200 Series […]
Barco will provide an opportunity for visitors at InfoComm to test drive the new Overture solution. The new version of Overture will be available to ship by Aug. 31, 2017. This new system is an attempt for Barco to take a position in the control system market — competing with Crestron, Extron, AMX, Utelogy, etc. Overture is an enterprise-wide AV control software solution. It controls […]
ClearOne has introduced VIEW Pro 4K, a new line of 4K-capable, IP-based, multimedia streaming products. Consisting of the E110 4K Encoder and D110 4K Decoder, VIEW Pro 4K employs both H.264 lossless compression and H.265 high-efficiency video coding compression, supports 4K resolution at 60 fps, and provides integrators and end-users with a customizable, scalable and affordable 4K multimedia streaming […]
beyerdynamic, Inc. announced that as of June 1, 2017, the administrative board named Dutchman Edgar van Velzen as the company’s new managing director. Together with Wolfgang Luckhardt, long-standing managing director, he is now at the helm of the Heilbronn, Germany-based audio specialist. Most recently, van Velzen was CEO of Teufel GmbH in Berlin, Germany. “We value the extensive experience […]
NanoLumens today announced that it has filed patent infringement lawsuits against LED display manufacturers PixelFLEX, of Nashville, Tenn.; InFiLED USA, of Marietta, Ga.; DetaiLED Solutions, of Marietta, Ga.; and Gable Company, of Baltimore, Md. for unspecified damages stemming from the companies’ infringement of four U.S. patents issued to NanoLumens. According to NanoLumens CEO Rick Cope, the decision to file suit in […]
InFocus unveils its transformative ConX communication and collaboration ecosystem today, centered around the new ConX Cloud video conferencing service. ConX Cloud connects with ConX display hardware solutions ranging from Mondopad touch-enabled displays and ConX video phones to scalable ConX video conferencing walls supporting up to 96 displays, as well as ConX software and web apps for laptops, iOS and Android smartphones […]
B-Tech Audio Video Mounts just launched a new range of “premium” (aka: high-end) freestanding stands for mounting monitors in portrait and landscape format. Designed for digital signage and video conferencing, the line is part of its B-Tech’s System X range. The BT8380-FSB is a premium base which supports BT8380 columns and can also be used with B-Tech’s […]
Atlona will unwrap its newest HDBaseT extender at InfoComm 2017 this week aimed at both residential AV applications and commercial installations. The AT-HDR-EX-70-2PS transmitter/receiver kit is spec’d to extend 4K/UHD HDMI signals over HDBaseT with support for High Dynamic Range (HDR) formats. Using what they term as “visually lossless” compression with no latency, the AT-HDR-EX-70-2PS uses HDBaseT to support sending 4K/UHD at 60 Hz with 4:4:4 chroma sampling via CAT6a or CAT7 cable up to 130 feet (40 meters). The AT-HDR-EX-70-2PS supports […]
Late last year, I got to have a front row seat for a major product recall from one of the world’s largest electronics manufacturers. Well, maybe it’s not accurate to say I had a front row seat –more like, as a distributors’ rep, I was on the sharp end of the stick, having to manage […]
Vutec Corporation’s Wiremaid Products will be introducing the Cable-MGR Pro-10 Cable Tray at this year’s InfoComm. The Cable-MGR Pro-10 Cable Tray is a patented, one-tool system that doesn’t require any cutting or bending for installation. Mounting options are available for the ceiling, wall or floor and the whole systems has a powder coated finish in four standard colors, with custom color […]
Meyer Sound will feature the InfoComm of its new LINA compact linear line array loudspeaker and companion 750-LFC compact low-frequency control element. Previewed earlier this year at ISE, LINA marks the entry of Meyer Sound’s LEO Family of line arrays into a much broader market. With its diminutive dimensions (20.27”/515 millimeters wide) and minimal weight (43 pounds./ 19.5 kilograms), […]
HARMAN International, as you know, a subsidiary of Samsung, today announced a new Far Field Voice Input Technology, called Sonique. This technology is intended for the fast-growing market of devices in the Consumer Electronics, Enterprise, and Robotics spaces that utilize voice commands, rather than traditional physical inputs via buttons, keyboard inputs, or mouse clicks. Translation: Harman (with Samsung) […]
Barco Silex is announcing new features on its Viper OEM AV-over-IP solution. The new features include PTP synchronization, support for video wall, HDMI 2.0, and fine-tuned video compression. The addition of these functionalities enables Barco Silex customers to address more use cases and applications in the professional audio/video market. The Viper OEM solution is a fully functional stand-alone hardware […]
VuWall’s new VuStation is a KVM solution for “personal” video walls, that allows for multi-source control inside the operator’s personal working surface. It enables the operator to interact with multiple sources on a monitoring and control level from a single station with a single keyboard and mouse. The collaborative VuStation interface supplies the operator with all critical […]
Providing what Christie says is commercial-grade quality at consumer-based pricing, the new Christie Access Series of LCD panels feature 4K UHD resolution (3840×2160) and USB playback in a flexible package. Debuting at InfoComm 2017, designed for meeting rooms and retail applications, all four panels feature an OPS slot and with the optional touch overlay, the Access Series provides an interactive solution. The Christie […]
beyerdynamic, Inc. has announced that the Classis BM 53 USB microphone is now available. The plug and play USB solution is designed to use for recording or transmitting sound using a laptop or PC. This USB boundary microphone is also perfect for teleconferences, video conferences, Skype conferences and teaching purposes. The microphone can be simply […]
Barco is releasing a new version of its X2O visual communications platform, and a new mobile app extending the reach of an organization’s visual communications network beyond the desktop to every user’s mobile device. The products will be available beginning July 15, 2017. The latest version of the X2O visual communications platform will integrate with […]
FSR is introducing Huddle BLOX, a charging station that doubles as a table, at InfoComm 2017. The Huddle BLOX from FSR are tables designed to function as charging stations in libraries, coffee shops, lobbies media rooms or any location where powering up is desired. Providing Wireless and USB charging along with AC power allows connections […]
Audinate today announced that the upcoming Dante Domain Manager platform will be available in three editions: Silver, Gold and Platinum. Dante Domain Manager enables integrators to define custom domains — specific AV device groupings, by room, building and site — regardless of physical network infrastructure. Dante Domain Manager also provides security for IT departments and […]
Crestron announced today an expanded partnership with Amazon that brings the power of Alexa to the meeting space. The integration allows employees to start a meeting – from dialing in to the voice or video call to pulling up presentation materials on-screen – with one command. Meeting attendees can also ask Alexa to adjust the […]
ClearOne launched the ClearOne COLLABORATE Versa 150, PC-based video and web conferencing applications in huddle spaces and conference rooms. Versa 150 includes: • CHAT 150 speakerphone (HDConference audio processing with Distributed Echo Cancellation) • UNITE 150 PTZ camera (1080p@30fps 12x optical zoom, 73° wide angle) • Central Versa hub — Features single USB 3.0 connectivity […]
Earthworks has introduced the CTF tabletop gooseneck microphones with integrated base designed for conferencing and speech applications. This integrated solution provides the flexibility of temporarily placing the microphone on a table for ad-hoc meeting spaces or permanently affixing it to a surface. Spec’d at a flat frequency response and near-perfect cardioid polar pattern, the CTF […]
For the past six years, we have published the only InfoComm Top 10 Tour Guide: the 10 places that we think are MUST-SEEs at each InfoComm show. ALL of these products are totally-new! How did we compile it? Well, each year, we put out all call to EVERY AV manufacturer in the market to tell […]
ClearOne introduces the ClearOne UNITE 150 PTZ, a full high-definition, USB camera that designed for all room types and sizes. The UNITE 150 is compatible with PC-based applications in meeting rooms, such as Cisco Jabber and WebEx, GoToMeeting, Google Hangouts, Microsoft Skype for Business, ClearOne’s Spontania and more. The camera rounds out the UNITE line, providing the balance of high-end PTZ features with an economical […]
beyerdynamic, Inc will be debut the TG 500 at InfoComm in the Audio Pavilion, Booth 5775. The TG 500 is a wireless system that is value priced. It’s designed for performances on smaller stages, theatre productions, speeches or presentations. The beyerdynamic TG 500 system is available in five sets, each of which contains an individual receiver and two removable antennas. The TG 550 Vocal […]
beyerdynamic, inc. will show a new version of the TG 1000 digital wireless system at InfoComm. This 24-bit system now has a Dante interface and can be integrated into digital audio networks based on the Audinate solution. The TG 1000 dual receiver is equipped with a Dante network interface in the form of an RJ45 connector flanked by […]
Today, Christie announced Christie Terra, a line-up of new products that use the Software Defined Video over Ethernet (SDVoE) Alliance standard for AV-over-IP system. Comprising of a line-up of transmitters, receivers and control hardware and software, Christie Terra solutions are designed for small, mediums-sized and ever large systems and capable of sending up to 4K […]