Barco and Crestron have entered into a global patent license agreement earlier this year. This enables Crestron to utilize some of Barco’s ClickShare patents for Crestron’s own collaboration solutions, including AirMedia wireless conferencing and presentation systems. Barco will continue to develop collaboration technologies but the point of the agreement between Barco and Crestron is to […]

Audinate announced that Dante Connect, the audio transport solution for cloud-based workflows, is now shipping. Dante Connect is designed to meet the needs of Tier-1 broadcasters and enables mixing editors and A1s to support remote audio production workflows. The complete remote production of audio is enabled by Dante Connect — including the transmission of audio […]

Crestron Electronics announced progress toward a Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) authorization for the Crestron XiO Cloud platform. FedRAMP is a government-wide program that promotes the adoption of secure modern cloud services, emphasizing the security and protection of federal information. The process is completed through a standardized evaluation that includes an assessment to […]

Extron just introduced the new PlenumVault Direct View System, designed to make the most of flat panel displays in educational spaces. Whether your classroom is used for in-person, hybrid or remote learning, PlenumVault Direct View provides students and instructors with an intuitive user interface and audio and video quality that create a great educational experience. […]

Jabra is shipping its PanaCast 50 Video Bar System leveraging the new Microsoft device ecosystem platform, as announced on the Microsoft site here. Microsoft collaborated with Jabra to optimize the platform to leverage Microsoft Teams Rooms for Android as the first industry market solution. The Microsoft device ecosystem platform brings together the best of Microsoft […]

Avidex announced that Jeff Davis has been appointed to CEO, following Gary Kolbeck’s departure. “We are incredibly grateful to Gary for the passion and humility he exemplified as CEO over the past four years,” said Davis. “During that time, he played a pivotal role in the integration of three separate companies and unification under the Avidex […]

Neutrik is shipping its new REAN airtight chassis connectors. Available for both XLR and locking RJ45/Ethernet, the new REAN airtight chassis connectors provide rugged durability and robust connectivity tailored for outdoor and other harsh environments. REAN male, female and duplex male/female airtight XLR chassis connectors are available in both three-pole and five-pole configurations, and are […]

APG has released NESS 1.2.0 — a free upgrade to its immersive audio software which adds support for binaural listening, an improved reverb engine, and a new graphical user interface (GUI). Launched to an international audience at ISE in January, NESS is the industry’s first 100% free manufacturer-developed spatialisation software. Compatible with any loudspeaker brand, […]

Cooler Master announced the launch of the GX III Gold. Available at 1050W and 1250W, these versions of the GX III Gold provide high wattages inside a durable 12VHPWR cable and ATX 3.0 compatibility for supporting the most “powerful graphics cards in the industry.” Designed for power users, enthusiasts and custom builders, the GX III […]

Key Digital has launched the second-generation KD-Pro4x1X-2: a 4×1 UHD/4K/18G HDMI switcher with 4×1 auto switching, audio de-embedding and a plethora of control options. In addition to auto-switching that, when enabled, automatically selects a newly detected source or switches away from a newly disconnected source, the KD-Pro4x1X-2 offers a front-panel button, IR, RS-232, TCP/IP and […]

Registration is officially open for LAVNCH WEEK 8, the ProAV industry’s flagship virtual event; the four-day event will be held October 23-26, 2023. Each of the four days will focus on a particular segment of the industry and will feature multiple panels discussing the latest technology and trends for that segment. Monday is UCC Day, […]

For the last Daily Raff of CEDIA Expo/Commercial Integrator Expo, I don’t have a ton of new products to show you. I always find it hard to just wander a show floor. What am I supposed to look at? I receive so many press releases before a show that sometimes it’s overwhelming to just walk […]

Last year, Ashly Audio introduced the FX Series Networked Amplifiers. Now, Ashly Audio has announced the release of third-party support files for the FX Series. By design, two of the strongest features of the FX series are its “access to control via Ethernet, and its powerful DSP tools, specifically those related to speaker management.” In […]

The XDR3 LED Video Wall from Quantum Media Systems was designed and engineered exclusively for high-end home cinemas. Now, Quantum adds another compelling content choice — first-run movies available via the exclusive movie distribution service, the Bel Air Circuit. Digital content from the Bel Air Circuit is streamed through Quantum’s recent compliance with system requirements […]

I don’t know what it is about trade shows. You’re so tired at the end of the day no matter what! I could be doing a million interviews one after the other or just walking around and seeing all the products for myself. Either way, I’m spent by the time the show floor closes. Let’s […]

Bluefish444 has published the Bluefish444 Professional Video IO plug-in to the Unreal Engine Marketplace. With the support from an Epic MegaGrant from Epic Games to develop new, innovative and high performance workflows with the Bluefish444 Unreal Engine Plugin, the integration has now been published to the Unreal Engine Marketplace for users to download free of […]

Genelec just launched the 9320A Reference Controller as a bridge to its UNIO Audio Monitoring Service Platform. UNIO combines all the benefits of Genelec Smart Active Monitors, GLM 5.0 calibration software, and Aural ID 2.0 technology to create seamless integration between professional in-room loudspeakers and headphone monitoring services. With flexible connectivity, a reference-grade headphone output […]

The Security Industry Association (SIA) is now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 SIA RISE Scholarship, an initiative led by the SIA RISE community for emerging security leaders. Through this initiative, selected candidates will receive $3,000 awards that can be used toward continuing education, student loan repayment and professional development programs such as training and certifications. […]

Exertis Almo says it is firing up the E4 Experience engines for a customized day of learning, connecting and experiencing in NY Metro area on Sept. 20 and, for the first time, Phoenix, AZ on Oct. 18. Always free to integrators, resellers and their end users, the fall E4 Experiences will include everything from the […]

Theory Audio Design just launched the iws12-6 and iws12-9 — the company’s first architectural subwoofers. Both subs are equipped with 12-inch, 1,400-watt, 4-inch voice coil long throw woofers and can “handle any installation environment.” Between the two models, the subs can be installed in-wall, on-wall, in-room, ceiling-mounted or flown. The iws12-6 includes an enclosure that […]

Savant is introducing a new family of power products that includes Smart Power Distribution Units (PDU) and Smart Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS). Savant claims Smart PDUs enable integrators to not only control connected devices, monitor device health and remotely reboot as required, but also to view real-time and historical energy consumption trends. Savant’s Smart PDUs […]

Alfalite announced its Modularpix Pro VP XR LED panels for in-house corporate and educational virtual production environments are all shipping. Alfalite says its Modularpix Pro VP XR panels feature 1.5mm and 1.9-mm pixel pitches with cd/m2 brightness > 1,900 nits, 7.680Hz and a color gamut of 86.22% over REC.2020, HDR10+, 240Hz, and claim the lowest […]

Research published by Sony Professional Displays and Solutions Europe paints a clear picture of new working habits and preferences from the perspective of both employees and businesses. The report reveals that 41% of UK office workers still prefer to work in an office, and across Europe, this trend is even more pronounced, with over half […]

Hi, everyone! I’m so excited to provide you with my thoughts on Day One of CEDIA Expo/Commercial Integrator Expo 2023! What a first day it’s been! I have only a few things to leave you with today because it was my day I haven’t had the most time to walk the show floor, but I […]

Diversified Communications Australia and the AVIXA today announced another three-year agreement as event partners for the Integrate AV Exhibition. Diversified Communications Australia Managing Director, David Longman, said strong industry partnerships were key to the success of Diversified’s portfolio, and this agreement further strengthens vital long-term relationships. “We look forward to working with AVIXA to ensure […]

Biamp just announced its Vidi 250 conferencing camera has earned Zoom Rooms certification. The compact Vidi 250 conferencing camera includes a 12MP sensor that supports 4K video with a 120-degree field of view, while allowing for electronic pan-tilt-zoom with no image degradation. Advanced features include premium optics that eliminate image distortion, smooth automatic participant framing, […]

Marshall Electronics announced that its V-702W-12G professional broadcast monitor is now shipping. The V-702W-12G is a dual 7″ LCD professional broadcast monitor with a economical solution perfect for fly-packs, control rooms, routing rooms and other video system applications. The V-702W-12G adds multiple analysis functions including Waveform Monitor, Vectorscope, Audio Phase, HDR modes, S-Log conversions and […]

Sony Electronics has released a free firmware update version 1.2 and a plugin for the Spatial Reality Display. The company says the new firmware adds functions to optimize the image quality and performance of the ELF-SR2. A plugin for ELF-SR2 and ELF-SR1, Spatial Reality Display Plugin for Preview, also offers compatibility with Autodesk Maya, a leading 3D computer […]

Extron is shipping its new VCA 100 Virtual Control Appliance with integrated virtual control processors. This new virtual control system helps organizations easily deploy, scale, and manage their AV systems by providing the flexibility of hosting AV control resources in a central location alongside the resources your IT team already manages. The VCA 100 is designed for […]

AJA Video Systems unveiled new 12G-SDI openGear cards that pack the functionality of its 12G-SDI audio and HDMI conversion solutions into an openGear rack frame-compatible form factor. Designed to meet the demands of high resolution, high frame rate (HFR) workflows, AJA OG-12G-AM and OG-12G-AMA enable sixteen channels (eight two-channel pairs) of AES and analog audio […]

Barco just announced its new LCD video wall, Barco UniSee II. This new generation of the Barco UniSee platform combines improved image performance with precise and predictable installation and maintenance. The color gamut has been significantly increased by applying quantum dot technology. In addition, the video wall’s contrast is increased to High Dynamic Range (HDR) levels […]

Sony Electronics has announced four new Crystal LED displays under the product name VERONA, purpose-built to meet the needs of virtual production applications. Each new panel benefits from technology advancements developed over several years and supported by the guidance of filmmakers, with the goal of bringing new levels of quality and efficiency to in-camera VFX applications. Key […]