AVPros.io announced the appointment of Mark Delguidice as the new vice president of sales. Mark Delguidice brings a distinguished career spanning 34 years in the AV industry to AVPros.io. Mark began his career in AV Installation in 1991, pioneering the concept of a company dedicated to providing highly skilled AV Installation Technicians. Since 2006, he […]

Absen Inc announced a new distribution partnership with SignNova, a value-added distributor specializing in digital display solutions. This collaboration will further expand the availability of Absen’s cutting-edge LED displays across North America, catering to the Digital Out-Of-Home (DOOH) and sports markets. As a proud distributor of Absen LED displays, SignNova will offer comprehensive turnkey solutions, […]

ViewSonic Corp. expanded its Luminous Superior Series by launching high-brightness laser B2B projectors. With brightness levels reaching up to 8,500 ANSI lumens, these projectors are made to deliver visual experiences in large venues such as auditoriums, museums and reception areas. “ViewSonic has achieved twofold growth in the 5,000 to 5,999 ANSI lumens segment globally, driven […]

Now in its 20th year, the Tomorrowland festival celebrates all genres of electronic music and is hosted in the aptly named town of Boom, Belgium. This year, HOLOPLOT’s X1 system was chosen to provide the sound for The Atmosphere stage, a custom-made circus top tent featuring DJs such as Amber Broos, Dyen, Ellen Allien, Olympe, […]

Sennheiser announced the availability of the EW-DX EM 4 Dante receiver, which completes the company’s Evolution Wireless Digital EW-DX microphone line. The network-ready, four-channel receiver (19”, 1U) is an option for anybody specifying or setting up large multichannel systems in live audio, touring, broadcasting, theater and system integration applications. The receiver integrates into existing workflows […]

Billed as a “destination hotel,” Immerso is a relaxed retreat away from the Portuguese capital of Lisbon. Nestled in the lush valley of the coastal village Ericeira, Immerso — the village’s first five-star hotel — is a haven of serenity dedicated to wellness, mindfulness, and the simple pleasures of life in glorious natural surroundings. Since […]

Panasonic Connect announced its new AK-UCX100 Studio Camera and AK-CFA100 Camera Fiber Adaptor. The two products provide customers with increased production flexibility in studio or live events while delivering high-quality visuals. The UCX100 allows users to choose their operating style to meet their budget and production challenges. It can operate with a single camera head […]

Panasonic Connect announced two new 4K multipurpose cameras, the AW-UB50 and the AW-UB10. Both box-style cameras are based on LUMIX digital interchangeable lens camera technology and equipped with new functions designed to streamline video production workflows. They are ideal for the corporate and education video production markets, as well as broadcasting and live entertainment. They […]

I have been working in “tech” for roughly 30 years. I started in IT, then went into live audio, then AV integration, and eventually, cybersecurity. I now engineer secure audiovisual systems, KVMs and video walls for the United States military. One might think my home is full of the latest technologies, that I have smart […]

Where cutting-edge technology and exceptional entertainment converge: PPDS and Oracle Red Bull Racing team up together with Vogel’s and Ruitech Solutions to create one of the world’s most unique, deeply immersive, experiential event locations, with MK-7 now home to Europe’s largest* indoor dvLED wall. Amsterdam, 11 September, 2024: PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips […]

Panasonic Connect announced it will extend NDI (Network Device Interface) support, an open standard for connecting video devices over a network, to its 4K Integrated PTZ Cameras (AW-UE40W/K, AW-UE50W/K, AW-HE145 and AW-UE 150W/K) as well as the Memory Card Camera Recorder AG-CX350. The upgrades, which previously required a paid license from Vizrt NDI AB, will […]

Sennheiser announced the release of its new Q-SYS control plug-in for the TeamConnect Ceiling Medium (TCC M). As part of the Q-SYS Ecosystem, software and hardware manufacturers collaborate with Q-SYS to create solutions that integrate with its cloud-manageable audio, video and control platform. Sennheiser worked closely with Q-SYS, which has fully vetted and endorsed the […]

Birmingham, UK, August 30, 2024 – Adele’s highly anticipated residency in Munich, Germany, has not only pushed the boundaries of live entertainment but has also officially broken records. Solotech is proud to have been the official video supplier for the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS achievement of the Largest Continuous Outdoor LED Screen (temporary), a groundbreaking feat in […]

Hey, everyone! Welcome to our Monthly Temperature Check survey. Now that we’re back from CEDIA Expo and CIX 2024, we want to look to the future. In this case, that means we want to look to emerging trends and technologies. We cover these already in our sister publication, LAVNCH [CODE], but for those of you […]

InfoComm India 2024, a trade show for professional audiovisual and integrated experience solutions, wrapped up its 10th in-person edition at the Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC) on Sept. 5. The event saw a 17% increase in attendance, attracting 10,867 unique participants compared to the previous edition. Among those attendees were 76 high-level buyers seeking solutions […]

MAXHUB announced the SL22MC Smart Lectern for schools or teaching spaces. Running an Intel 12th generation processor, the SL22MC includes wireless screen-sharing and real-time annotation tools and an integrated 21.5-inch interactive touch screen with a built-in Windows computer. And right from the screen, users can annotate important points without having to use a mouse. The […]

Iris Integrates AI Software into Marshall PTZ Cameras for Seamless Cloud Control and AI-Driven ProductionIris has embedded its AI software inside Marshall Electronics PTZ cameras that allows Marshall cameras to be fully managed from anywhere in the world in real time without any additional hardware. Users can seamlessly control camera movement, adjust settings and deploy […]

The 911 call center at the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office in Bolivia, North Carolina, is now totally driven via Extron NAV AV over IP, XTP, and control systems. Based on a topology that combines centralized and distributed switching, it ties together a variety of resources, providing optimal signal integrity, complete reliability, and true redundancy. This […]

Live Design International (LDI) announced Craig Winslow as its keynote presenter and he’ll deliver “Illuminating Creativity: Infusing Playfulness in Tech-Driven Experiences.” Winslow is an artist and designer who uses light to create playful, narrative-driven visualizations and immersive experiences. Winslow’s creative pursuits utilize multiple mediums, from projection mapping, 3D, AR, VR, to XR; focused on the […]

i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security) announced the establishment of a comprehensive AI governance framework. This initiative aims to ensure the responsible research, development, and utilization of AI technologies. Building on the Ethical Principles for AI published by i-PRO in December 2023, the company has taken further steps by launching the i-PRO AI Ethics Committee […]

AVer Information announced the TR535N, a dual-lens auto-tracking camera with 30X optical zoom and AI. Designed for collaboration, broadcasting and streaming, the TR535N offers dual HDMI, USB, 3G-SDI, IP and NDI connectivity with low-latency video and PoE++ support for simplified power and control. The TR535N features a dual-lens design, combining a wide-angle lens and a […]

Vaddio’s new Venture VideoBAR and Venture TableMIC Expansion Microphones are now shipping. The all-in-one video conferencing system, which made its debut at InfoComm 2024, claims to “enhance remote collaboration by providing improved audio and video quality.” The Venture VideoBAR features an ultrahigh-definition 8.51-megapixel, 1/2.5-type CMOS image sensor, a 110-degree wide-angle horizontal field of view, 5x […]

Panasonic Connect announced its live production platform KAIROS is now compatible with Vizrt’s Viz Mosart. The development, as part of the KAIROS Alliance Partner programme, extends workflow options with powerful automation capability. Vizrt’s Viz Mosart automates repetitive and complex manual tasks so production teams can focus on telling better stories, rather than managing technical architecture. […]

Allen & Heath, a leading provider of professional audio mixing consoles, returned to Milwaukee Irish Fest for the 2024 festival, held August 15-18. The company’s consoles were deployed across all 16 festival stages, delivering exceptional sound quality and ease of use for a diverse lineup of over 100 performers. Held annually on the shores of […]

Extron expanded the FOX3 PowerCage platform with three new single-slot fiber optic scaling receiver modules. Designed specifically for the PowerCage 411 enclosure, the FOX3 SR 311 PC, FOX3 SR 301 PC, and FOX3 201 PC are compact new modules that provide extension of HDCP-compliant HDMI video with embedded audio and RS-232 control as well as […]

Sony Electronics announced firmware upgrade V2.0 for its SRG-A40 and SRG-A12 pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras, aimed at corporate, higher education, and house of worship environments. This latest firmware upgrade is free of charge and significantly enhances the capabilities of the SRG-A40 and SRG-A12 models, leveraging AI analytics to for better PTZ auto-framing technology. With Firmware V2.0, […]

Exertis Almo is firing up its E4 Experience engines to deliver two award-winning full-day training, product and networking experiences to integrators and end users in Boston on Sept. 10 and Anaheim on Oct. 8. The E4 Experience is well-established in the AV industry as the most valuable, free, one day traveling education, training and product […]

Solid State Logic announced that it will be debuting a new range of System T fader tiles and Tempest Control App (TCA) Packages, in addition to the previously announced debut of its S400 console and a feature-packed update to its System T V4.1 software. The new fader tiles deliver new workflow opportunities for both fixed […]

Harrison 32Classic features founder Dave Harrison’s revolutionary design, and is the world’s first console to incorporate an onboard Dante AD/DA interface. Burbank, California, September 4, 2024 — Vintage King has installed a Harrison Audio 32Classic analog mixing console in its Los Angeles area showroom, where it is available for private demos. The new 32Classic reimagines […]

You guys, how is Day Two over already? I was just talking to someone about how I feel like InfoComm was two weeks ago, so for CEDIA Expo/CIX to be mostly over? Crazy. Nuts even. But anyway. I’m sure if you’re reading this you’re interested in what I’ve been doing at this show and if […]

Yesterday I attended the Commercial Integrator Expo education session, “How to Add Security Integration Into Your AV Business.” Dan Ferrisi moderated the session and was joined by Josh Cummings, executive vice president of technology at Paladin Technologies, and Lionel Felix, founder and chief revenue officer at CI’s 2023 Integrator of the Year, Felix Media Solutions. […]

QuickLink will launch ST-2110 support for QuickLink StudioPro and StudioEdge video production solutions by adopting Matrox DSX LE5 ST-2110 network interface cards. Now utilizing the Matrox DSX LE5 ST-2110 NIC, which includes 2022-7 support, QuickLink StudioPro delivers a true-to-life ultra-low latency production experience without the complexity of legacy systems. QuickLink StudioEdge gives productions the ability […]