rAVe’s 2015 End-of-Year Video

One of the most anticipated videos we produce, annually, is our End-of-Year Video where we take a look at everything that shaped the year in ProAV, HomeAV and Digital Signage. Well, without further delay, here it is – the official debut of rAVe’s 2015 End-of-Year Video. Watch it as you very-well may be in it […]

rAVe’s 2015 End-of-Year Video

Kramer Intros VP-558 11×4 Presentation Scaler/Matrix Switcher

Kramer’s new VP-558 is an 11×4 ProScale presentation scaler/matrix switcher that can output four independent scaled images with embedded audio via both HDMI and HDBaseT. The VP-558 features six HDMI and four HDBaseT inputs along with an analog VGA input. The unit includes a 4×1 USB switcher, independent stereo audio outputs and a line output. VP-558 also has a […]

Kramer Intros VP-558 11×4 Presentation Scaler/Matrix Switcher

Sharp Intros New 80″ Signage Display and 60″ AQUOS BOARD

The Sharp PN-E Series has added a new 80″ class (80″ diagonal) PN-E803 professional LCD monitor to the 70″ Class (69.5″ diagonal) PN-E703 and 60″ class (60.1″ diagonal) PN-E603 models. The PN-E803 display combines 1080p image quality and a thin profile designed for professional signage solutions for a wide range of applications. The new PN-E803 monitor replaces the PN-E802 monitor. The PN-E803 display is […]

Sharp Intros New 80″ Signage Display and 60″ AQUOS BOARD

Aurora Ships QXT Touch Panel

Aurora claims its QXT-700 is the world’s first platform “agnostic” Quad Core IP HD 7″ Touch Panel (QXT-700TS) / Control System (QXT-2). Designed for conference rooms, educational facilities and control over digital signage systems, it mounts into a standard two-gang box, and uses a 7-inch 1280×800 touch screen with 170 degree viewing angles. It also includes […]

Aurora Ships QXT Touch Panel

Waves Audio Now Shipping the eMotion LV1 Live Mixer

Waves Audio is now shipping the Waves eMotion LV1 mixer, a live digital mixing console that provides real-time audio mixing for front-of-house, monitor and broadcast engineers. Based on Waves SoundGrid technology, this software mixer delivers the superior sound quality for which Waves is renowned, as well as the convenience and speed needed in demanding live environments. eMotion LV1 gives live engineers […]

Waves Audio Now Shipping the eMotion LV1 Live Mixer

Sony Electronics Shows Latest 4K Home Theater Projector at CES

Sony Electronics is showcasing their latest in 4K home theater projection in the form of the VPL-VW5000ES. Unveiled at last year’s CEDIA Expo, the VPL-VW5000ES is the first projector designed specifically for home cinema use that features 4K resolution powered by a laser light engine that provides 5,000 lumens of brightness, is compatible with High Dynamic Range (HDR), emulates the new BT.2020 color […]

Sony Electronics Shows Latest 4K Home Theater Projector at CES

PrimeView Launches 32″ 4K Display

Primeview USA has introduced a 32″ UHD LED LCD monitor to the market. The new display expands the company’s 4K UHD (3840×2160) line to under 40 inches (also going up to 98 inches diagonal) to fit a vast range of budgets and size of space in control rooms, medical environments, gaming, museums and digital signage. It’s specified as having 10-bit color. […]

PrimeView Launches 32″ 4K Display

rAVe Founder Gary Kayye to Present on Social Marketing at ISE 2016

The InfoComm FlashTrack entitled Social Media Marketing for AV Pros, takes place on Wednesday, 10 Feb 2016 at 15:00-15:20 on Stand 12-N100 at Integrated Systems Europe 2016 – Europe’s largest tradeshow for the professional AV and electronic systems industry. Co-taught by rAVe founder Gary Kayye and Social Media Expert Kayla Blevins, the session is designed to help AV integrators and manufacturers, in […]

rAVe Founder Gary Kayye to Present on Social Marketing at ISE 2016

Next Step in Flat Screens? It’s Optical Laser Panels

At ISE 2016, dnp denmark will present what it calls “the next step in the evolution of flat screens,” optical laser panels. The new generation of dnp LaserPanels offers 100” high-contrast images at around 50 percent of the cost per screen area square inch of LED-backlit LCD screens. And as the dnp LaserPanel uses a laser projector, low running […]

Next Step in Flat Screens? It’s Optical Laser Panels

Datapath Launches First SQX Products

Datapath launched the first three products in its SQX range of IP streaming and compression technologies. Two of the introductions are SQX decode technologies: ActiveSQX is a scalable and powerful PCIe card designed to decode multiple streaming videos using an on-board processor; while SoftSQX is a low cost CPU decoding engine designed for systems that […]

Datapath Launches First SQX Products

Neutrik Announces XIRIUM PRO Cable Replacement System

Neutrik USA just announced the XIRIUM PRO Wireless Digital Audio System. Designed as a cable replacement system, providing audio signals to and from devices without long or complicated cable runs, XIRIUM PRO delivers studio quality, full bandwidth audio with extremely low latency that is free of any compression. Central to XIRIUM PRO’s is something called DiWA (Digital […]

Neutrik Announces XIRIUM PRO Cable Replacement System

Tripleplay Launches Low Latency Encoder HD Wi-Fi System and Network Streaming App at ISE

Tripleplay says it will debut a new low-latency Tripleplay HD Encoder and a new Tripleplay Mobile Media App for off network video upload and streaming, as well as a Wi-Fi-enabled video streaming solution at ISE. Here is what we know so far: Tripleplay HD Encoder: The new Tripleplay super low latency encoder will deliver 250ms […]

Tripleplay Launches Low Latency Encoder HD Wi-Fi System and Network Streaming App at ISE

Video Devices Ships PIX-E7 4K Monitor

Video Devices has started shipping its PIX-E7 4K recording field monitor. The seven-inch PIX-E7 is the largest model in the PIX-E Series, joining the five-inch PIX-E5 and PIX-E5H. The 4K-compatible PIX-E7 offers a full suite of precision-monitoring tools, SDI and HDMI I/O, plus the ability record the all available Apple ProRes codecs, up to 4444 XQ […]

Video Devices Ships PIX-E7 4K Monitor

AMX Updates Massio Firmware to Add Switching

HARMAN’s AMX Massio ControlPads now have new NetLinx programming capability that include the ability to integrate any controllable switching product. Combining a wall- or lectern-mounted keypad, with the device and room control capabilities of a central controller, Massio is a control interface for meeting room and classrooms that’s available in six-button and eight-button configurations and Massio ControlPads each […]

AMX Updates Massio Firmware to Add Switching

AudioControl Ships New Multi-Zone Matrix-Amplifier: The Director ModelM6400

Audiocontrol is now shipping the Director Model M6400, its new high power matrixing amplifier with DSP control. The Director Model M6400, part of AudioControl’s new Matrix M Series, builds upon the success of AudioControl’s ‘The Director’ DSP Series driving sixteen channels of amplification in a 2U chassis that delivers 65 watts per channel at 8 ohms, 100 watts per channel […]

AudioControl Ships New Multi-Zone Matrix-Amplifier: The Director ModelM6400

Extron Ships Mic/Line to Dante Audio Interface

Extron has started shipping its AXI 22 AT D, a single-gang Decora-style audio interface for integrating two mic/line sources onto a Dante-enabled audio system. It features two XLR audio inputs and switchable 48 volt phantom power for connecting and powering condenser microphones, plus gain controls for each input. The AXI 22 AT D also features two line […]

Extron Ships Mic/Line to Dante Audio Interface

CEDIA Announced Largest Ever Training at ISE 2016

The CEDIA training programme for ISE 2016 will be the most comprehensive ever for home technology professionals. Attendees will be able to access 32 training sessions over five days, on a vast range of technology and business topics with places available for booking now. CEDIA’s training will include three education pathways: Technician, Designer and Networking. […]

CEDIA Announced Largest Ever Training at ISE 2016

rAVe EXCLUSIVE: 4K and iOS9 Come to Barco’s ClickShare!

The new firmware update for the ClickShare CSC-1 Base Unit is available now and it adds two key features: 4K resolution compatibility as well as full mirroring from iOS9 devices. Barco’s CSC-1 was already compatible with resolutions up to 2560×1600 but now, with this new firmware update, the CSC-1 is capable of outputting 4K (4096×2160) […]

rAVe EXCLUSIVE: 4K and iOS9 Come to Barco’s ClickShare!

Extron XTP Fiber Optic Receiver With Vector 4K Scaling Ships

Extron is now shipping its XTP SFR HD 4K, an XTP scaling receiver for extending video, audio, bidirectional control, and Ethernet over one fiber optic cable. It accepts signals from XTP Fiber transmission products, and incorporates the Extron’s new Vector 4K scaling engine, specifically engineered for 4K applications. For streamlined integration, it features on‑screen menus, […]

Extron XTP Fiber Optic Receiver With Vector 4K Scaling Ships

Vivitek Takes Aim at Barco ClickShare With New Collaborative NovoPRO

Vivitek Corporation today announced it’s shipping the $799 NovoPRO — taking aim at Barco’s ClickShare product. Vivitek’s NovoPRO collaborative and interactive wireless BYOD “system” offers the same advanced feature set as the bestselling NovoConnect, but on a Quad-Core processor. Equipped with UltraHD 4K support (Buyer Beware: no color bit-depth specified thus, it likely doesn’t do 4K @ 60Hz or […]

Vivitek Takes Aim at Barco ClickShare With New Collaborative NovoPRO

Nureva Announces the WhisperTek Surface for Its Span System

Nureva announces the WhisperTek surface, a high-performance bezel-less projection surface for the Nureva Span ideation system. The lightly textured surface can withstand the high-use demands of interactive surfaces and regular wear and tear from pen and finger touches over time. The WhisperTek surface has been designed to enhance projector brightness and color, while eliminating the hotspots and glare that […]

Nureva Announces the WhisperTek Surface for Its Span System

Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens Premiers on Christie 4K Projectors and 388 MicroTiles

Christie answered the call Monday night to bring a unique experience to guests attending the world premiere of Star Wars: The Force Awakens by providing spectacular red carpet displays. “Disney and Christie have been sharing projection and display ideas and innovations for several years now to provide audiences with unparalleled moviegoing experiences,” said Michael Kern, […]

InfoComm Announces 2016 Certification Committee Members

InfoComm announced the election results for the 2016 InfoComm International Certification Steering Committee. The committee of industry volunteers oversees the development and administration of InfoComm’s Certified Technology Specialist certifications (CTS, CTS-D and CTS-I), the most respected professional credentials in the audiovisual industry. Current CTS holders elected the following industry professionals to the Certification Steering Committee: […]

InfoComm Announces 2016 Certification Committee Members

Aurora Introduces DXB-8 Low-Cost Eight-Button, Single-Gang Wall Controller

Aurora’s new DXB-8 has eight programmable buttons and two RS232 ports for controlling RS232 devices. Designed for classrooms and small conference rooms, the DXB-8 buttons can be configured for sending commands on both a press and/or release, for applications such as camera pan/tilt near/far commands, as well as press-and-hold functionality for volume ramping applications. Each button can […]

Aurora Introduces DXB-8 Low-Cost Eight-Button, Single-Gang Wall Controller

Two New BenQ Projectors Launch Aimed at Home and Commercial

BenQ America launched two new projectors int he form of the TH670 and MH741. Both are spec’d at 10,000:1 contrast ratio, 3,000 (TH670) or 4,000 (MH741) ANSI lumens of brightness and native 1080p resolution. The TH670 is aimed at home entertainment, while the MH741 is spec’d for medium- to large-size conference rooms, training rooms, classrooms and houses of worship. Among a variety […]

Two New BenQ Projectors Launch Aimed at Home and Commercial

Antelope Audio Intros Two Thunderbolt-Compatible Devices: Orion32+ and Orion Studio

Antelope Audio announced that Orion32+ and Orion Studio, are now compatible with Apple Thunderbolt technology — and both are shipping. Orion32+ follows its predecessor, Orion32, which launched three years ago as a 32-channel interface solution in a 1U rack. Orion32+ is now Antelope’s flagship interface and features Thunderbolt compatibility, improved dynamic range, claiming zero latency […]

Antelope Audio Intros Two Thunderbolt-Compatible Devices: Orion32+ and Orion Studio

RTI Ships New KX1 Multi-Room Audio Keypad

RTI today announced its new KX1 multi-room audio keypad is now shipping. Specifically designed to control distributed audio within rooms or zones across any home or business environment, the innovative keypad simplifies the user experience through a color OLED display, two-way control capabilities, backlit volume, programmable hard buttons, and more. RTI’s KX1 features a 1.2-inch […]

RTI Ships New KX1 Multi-Room Audio Keypad

LynTec Announces New IPC Panel — All-in-One Breaker Panel and Isolation Transformer

LynTec today announced the Integrated Power Center (IPC) panel, a circuit breaker panel and isolation transformer integrated into one enclosure. LynTec’s IPC panel adds award-winning control to Schneider Electric’s space- and labor-saving Integrated Equipment product line, which is designed to reduce material-handling costs on the job site by delivering complete, ready-to-install units. As part of […]

LynTec Announces New IPC Panel — All-in-One Breaker Panel and Isolation Transformer

Extron Ships DTP 4K Switchers for DisplayPort, HDMI and VGA with Audio Embedding

Extron has started to ship its DTP T DSW 4K Series of three input switchers for sending DisplayPort, HDMI or VGA, audio, and control over a shielded CATx cable to Extron DTP-enabled products. The transmitters extend signals up to 230 feet (70 meters) or 330 feet (100 meters). They provide DisplayPort, HDMI, and VGA inputs, […]

Extron Ships DTP 4K Switchers for DisplayPort, HDMI and VGA with Audio Embedding

Delvcam Introduces 4K UHD Multi-Format, Quad-View Broadcast Monitor

Delvcam today launched its new broadcast-quality 4K UHD 28-inch monitor that offers full screen, split screen, and quad viewing options as well as inputs for 3G‐SDI, HDMI, VGA, DVI and audio. The monitor is designed for in-studio and in-field ENG news crews or live event’s monitoring for TV stations, production studios and directors for live […]

Delvcam Introduces 4K UHD Multi-Format, Quad-View Broadcast Monitor

ISE 2016 — You GOTTA Go! This Is an ACTUAL International Show

Integrated Systems Europe (ISE), the largest AV trade show in THE WORLD, will deliver an unprecedented experience for exhibitors and attendees in 2016 through a wide selection of events, conferences and innovative new features around the show. These are scheduled to take place before and during the exhibition that will take place from 9-12 February 2016 at the RAI, Amsterdam. […]

ISE 2016 — You GOTTA Go! This Is an ACTUAL International Show

Roland Now Shipping Its V-1HD High-Definition Video Switcher

Roland announced it’s shipping its V-1HD Video Switcher, a four input HDMI switcher with compositing effects and creative video switching capabilities and HDCP copy protection. The V-1HD can also be controlled by the companion PC/Mac or iPad application when connected by USB. The V-1HD includes two HDMI program and preview outputs and a stereo audio output. The […]

Roland Now Shipping Its V-1HD High-Definition Video Switcher