Epson’s new the PowerLite W16 and W16SK are both 3D, which offer active or passive 3D, respectively. Both are WXGA (1280×800) resolution and, unlike most 3D-ready projectors, support multiple HDMI 3D formats out of the box, with no external converter box required. The Epson PowerLite W16 is designed for educators interested in an active 3D […]

Rava is the hands-free communication over Ethernet technology that Crestron showed at CEDIA Expo last September. Rava technology is built into many Crestron touch screens, integrating hands-free intercom, telephone, paging and room monitoring in one IP-based system. Rava does two things. First, it allows for Rava-to-Rava devices to communicate with each other. Place two or […]

Extron Electronics introduced this week three new DMP 128 Digital Matrix Processors with Dante network connectivity from Audinate. The DMP 128 is a 12×8 audio mixer featuring Extron ProDSP, automixing, I/O expansion capabilities and available AEC — acoustic echo cancellation. The three new DMP 128 AT models provide efficient scalability for creating larger audio matrixes […]

Kramer Electronics will sponsor monthly webinars in partnership with the Women in AV (WAVE) organization to educate, support and inspire women in the AV industry. Topics and experts will cover a range of interests for women, including career advancement, mentoring, personal presence, and cutting edge technical topics such as digital to analog conversion and AV/IT […]

Because IP networks are growing in speed and capability (and so are video signals), we need new standards for interoperability that will allow video producers, broadcasters and distributors to transport HD and other uncompressed video signals using equipment from a wide variety of suppliers. That’s why The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) […]

Both Samsung and LG claim to have brought “the world’s first curved OLED TV” to CES 2013. The curved OLED TVs are both 55″ displays that appear concave when viewed from the front and even more bent from the sides. Apparently the shape improves on viewing angles, even if an over-enthusiastic Samsung PR describes it […]

Researchers at WMG at the University of Warwick (UK) have found a way to compress and stream HDR video directly to monitors and mobile devices, such as an iPad. The researchers, in partnership with University spinout goHDR, patented a method of real-time encoding and remote display of High Dynamic Range (HDR) video. With Portuguese partner […]

InfoComm International has launched a member-developed resource which will provide owners, consultants and integrators with comprehensive verification criteria to determine if the AV system achieves the client’s objectives and is performing in accordance with the system design. The Audiovisual Systems Performance Verification Checklist, which features 162 criteria, was developed in a consensus building manner over […]

Casio America yesterday at CES announced plans to “revolutionize” storefront advertising by launching a new digital signage business at the end of this month. Driving this new business is Casio Signage, a newly developed, powerful tool that Casio says is for helping retailers gain an edge over the competition by attracting new and repeat customers. […]

PreSonus’ new PRM1 reference (measurement) microphone is special type of condenser mic that is designed to provide an accurate reproduction of a room’s sound characteristics for use with audio-analysis tools, such as real-time analyzers (RTAs) and spectrographs. The PRM1 employs a ¼” pre-polarized electret-condenser capsule. PreSonos claims it delivers a linear frequency response between 20 […]

With the predictable run of 4k2k announcements this CES, most comments have sensibly focused on content availability. This was undoubtedly the single greatest factor in the failure of 3D to create a revival in the TV market. Therefore the argument runs that with scarce native 4k2k content, the feature is doomed to niche status. Furthermore, […]

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Chief is now shipping the FUSION Single Flat Panel Ceiling Mounts. Features of the single ceiling mounts include continuous tilt ranges with four set locking points that eliminate guesswork when adjusting multiple screens; easy on/off installation and service; tool-free latching flags to secure the display; optional padlock security; Centris technology to provide fingertip tilt between […]

Extron Electronics announced this week that the new FOXBOX SR HDMI and PowerCage FOX SR HDMI, high performance fiber optic-to-HDMI scaling receivers are now shipping. They accept a fiber optic signal with audio, RS232 control and HDCP-compliant HDMI, DVI, VGA or HD component video, scaling the video to the optimal output resolution for the display. […]

NEC has added two new models to its commercial-grade V Series, a 55-inch and 65-inch. The V552 and V652 offer LED backlighting to reduce the product’s depth, weight and power consumption when compared to their predecessors. Each 1080p (1920×1080) display also features built-in 10-watt speakers and an Open Pluggable Specification (OPS)-compliant expansion slot. Additionally, video, […]

Crestron today introduced a new 16-Port Managed Power over Ethernet (PoE) Switch. Built for both home and commercial networks, the CEN-SWPOE-16 is a commercial-grade PoE switch meant for high performance control networking. The switch offers PoE on every port, remote management/monitoring of each port, touch screen control capability and PoE+ for running power-hungry Type 2 […]

NEC Display Solutions announced today an addition to its high-end IT desktop line, the MultiSync EA Series, with the 24-inch EA244WMi. This monitor is LED-backlit and ideal for corporate environments. This widescreen model features IPS panel technology with wide viewing angles (178° horizontal/vertical) and ergonomic adjustability. The LED backlighting of the EA244WMi allows for a […]

rAVe has learned that, although it’s not being announced until next week, AVI-SPL will announce they are buying Duocom Canada, giving AVI-SPL an immediate presence in Canada. We know this to be true as we have several insiders who have told us about the deal — even though the contract signatures likely aren’t dry yet. […]

Pacific Media Associates (PMA) has released its latest industry forecasts for the worldwide New Era projector market, which includes pico and personal projectors. PMA expects 2012 worldwide shipments of nearly 1.8 million units, and anticipates this figure to grow to more than 12.3 million units by the year 2016. One of the strongest segments of […]

In December’s rAVe ED newsletter, there was a reprint of an article thatInfoComm published in September of 2011. It was written by Brad Grimes and included an interview with my friend Matt Silverman. I thought it was so timely because I had already began this month’s article. I urge you to take a quick moment and […]

This is the fifth in a multi-part series from the Association for Quality in Audio Visual Technology (AQAV) and its push for everyone in AV to adopt the AV9000 standard for quality management. Read the first article here, the second articlehere, the third article here and the fourth article here. Quality is compliance to customer requirements… no easy feat for those […]

Pacific Media Associates (PMA) has posted its recent results to the “Top Selling Projectors” area of the company’s website. For more than 15 years now, Pacific Media Associates (PMA) has collected monthly sell-through data from leading North American projector dealers, retailers, web resellers and distributors. Its Tracking Service family of monthly reports offers timely sell-through […]

Next week, NAD Electronics will debut its new T 977, a seven–channel amplifier (replacing the NAD T 975) at a list of $2,799. The T 977 is specified to deliver 140 watts of continuous power out of each of its seven channels. NAD rates its receivers with a 4-ohm load, with all channels driven simultaneously, […]

Designed for casual learning environments, Bretford’s new MOTIV High Back Sofa includes a comfortable sitting space with integrated power accessibility to charge laptops, tablets and other mobile devices. The Bretford MOTIV High Back Sofa is engineered for comfort, privacy and power support in any lounge environment. Bretford says it’s the only high back sofa available […]

Apple has filed a patent application, 20120296777, which describes a dynamic signage system for a sales environment such as an Apple Store. The dynamic signage device (which turns out to be an iPad) is associated with promoting a product to a customer in an interactive manner. The device could automatically check for updated product information […]

Extron opened a new regional sales office in Johannesburg, South Africa to provide convenient access for customers in Africa. The facility includes a state-of-the-art training room fully equipped to showcase and demonstrate the latest in Extron technologies and solutions. The first Extron Institute will be the School of AV Technologies for System Designers and will […]

Today Dukane announced a new addition to its voice augmentation line of microphones in the form of the new I-Hear 1. The I-Hear 1 is a pole-mounted speaker unit that contains the amplifier and speaker. Designed for classrooms to add amplification for a teacher, it includes a lightweight transmitter on a lanyard with volume adjustment […]

MXL Microphones’ new FR-500WK is basically a kit comprised of the FR-500WT Transmitter and the FR-500WR Receiver, plus accessories geared toward DSLR users. The MXL FR-500WK lets videographers add audio to video without the need for cables. The FR-500WK Wireless Audio System is designed for interviews and field reporting, with a range of up to […]

Pacific Media Associates (PMA) has released its latest industry forecasts for the worldwide projector market. An 18 percent growth rate — to 11.3 million units worldwide — is expected for the projector industry in 2013. And, there are some especially bright spots in several industry segments which are expected to  contribute significantly to this growth. […]

Sony introduced this week the new S-series LCD line, which completes the company’s transition from CFL-based backlighting to LED-based backlighting for its LCD displays. The S-series is available in both 42″ (FWD-S42H2) and 46″ models (FWD-S46H2) and utilizes an edge-lit LED. They are specified at 700 cd/m2 brightness and are integrated with DICOM simulated gamma […]

Almo Pro A/V today announced a new distribution relationship with TouchSystems, designer of customized touch-enabled products. As a result, Almo Pro A/V reseller partners now have access to touch integrated displays and monitors from Sharp Professional and NEC Display Solutions. TouchSystems has also joined Almo’s popular traveling E4 AV Tour, which will commence in the […]

With Vaddio’s new CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCam document camera systems, you can add HD magnification and dimension to original objects, documents or drawings. Replacing Vaddio’s CeilingVIEW HD document camera, the new CeilingVIEW HD-18 DocCAM features an 18x optical zoom lens for enhanced detail and greater zoom capabilities, and a 1.3 megapixel CCD image sensor with a […]