Extron has introduced the SSI 100 System Status Indicator, a multi-colored backlit device designed to display room occupancy, activity status, safety protocols and other information. The SSI 100 integrates with Extron control systems, calendar platforms and room occupancy sensors without the need for licensing. It features a two-sided acrylic lens with multi-color backlighting and is […]

Lumio, a cloud-based learning platform developed by SMART Technologies, received the Digital Promise certification for Learner Variability, plus the ISTE Seal in 2025. Both the ISTE Seal and Digital Promise certifications are research-based evaluations that recognize educational tools meeting high standards for quality, effectiveness and equity. The ISTE Seal is awarded to products that align […]

Federation University is transforming hybrid education across regional Victoria by equipping 45 of its Connected Classrooms with Sennheiser’s TeamConnect Ceiling 2 (TCC 2) microphone systems. The upgrade is part of a broader effort to improve both in-person and remote learning experiences through superior audio quality and streamlined technology integration. Before installing the Sennheiser systems, the […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST The rAVe team is back from NAB Show! As we get back into the swing of things and prepare for InfoComm (geez, how is it mid-April already?), I want us to take a short walk down memory lane. I was lucky enough to spend some time with Datavideo while I […]

It’s that time again — the Readers’ Choice Awards nominations are officially open. Every year, we hand out the rAVe Readers’ Choice Awards live on the InfoComm show floor, and 2025 in Orlando will be no different. But first, we need your nominations. You’ve got until May 1 to tell us who or what deserves […]

Comprehensive Connectivity Company, a trusted manufacturer of commercial connectivity solutions for the ProAV/IT markets since 1974, has introduced the CDA-1248GAE, an HDMI 8K60Hz 1×2 distribution amplifier and splitter with audio extraction and EDID management. Part of Comprehensive’s ProAV/IT Integrator Series™, the CDA-1248GAE distributes one HDMI source to two displays simultaneously, supporting resolutions up to 8K […]

Carousel Digital Signage has introduced the ability to display HTML-based digital signage content through a simple URL, eliminating the need for dedicated hardware. The new feature is available via the company’s cloud-based Carousel Express Players. Designed for shared spaces and multi-use environments like classrooms and unified communications (UC) spaces, the web-based players automatically switch to […]

Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC), one of the largest community colleges in California, recently completed a state-of-the-art gymnasium and aquatics complex outfitted with advanced AV technology. Spanning 145,000 square feet, the complex includes 13 videowalls and dozens of displays that require content distribution at a variety of native resolutions. To meet the challenge, Mt. […]

Atomos announced the A-Eye range of AI-enhanced PTZ cameras aimed at education, corporate production, houses of worship and live event teams. The A-Eye lineup currently includes three cameras and a controller: A-Eye 4K-20X: The flagship 4K model with a 1/1.8-inch UHD CMOS sensor and 20x optical zoom, built for large venues, stage productions and professional […]

InfoComm 2025 will showcase how Pro AV technology is transforming learning spaces, creating more engaging, interactive and effective learning environments. Across the trade show floor, attendees will have the opportunity to explore AV solutions for K-12 classrooms to higher education and corporate training spaces, both physical and virtual. A comprehensive education program will feature the […]

Vizrt announced Viz Connect Audio, a new solution designed to manage all NDI sources on a network both visually and aurally. Viz Connect Audio enables users to connect analog audio sources, configure them and convert them to NDI — making them usable within local or remote NDI ecosystems. Simultaneously, it allows full visibility and monitoring […]

Mimo and Singlewire Software have announced a technology integration and partnership combining Mimo FlashCast with InformaCast, Singlewire’s mass notification and alert software. This joint solution enables organizations to instantly send critical messages or alerts across any HDMI-enabled device, including displays, smartboards and projectors. Mimo FlashCast provides visual alerting and real-time messaging capabilities. When paired with […]

tvONE announced the CALICO Studio Mobile App, a new mobile solution for controlling CALICO PRO video processors directly from a smartphone. The app is designed to streamline workflows by enabling quick source switching, preset firing and audio control — all from the palm of your hand. Features of CALICO Studio Mobile: Instant Window Source Switching: […]

Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) announced its new All-In-One Direct View LED displays. The LD-AF Series is available in two sizes —138″ and 165” — and promises a hassle-free installation process, with set up possible in as little as two hours and no special training required. The series is designed for use […]

Blackmagic Design announced DeckLink IP 100G, a new PCIe Gen 4 card that can capture and play back up to eight channels of HD and Ultra HD video simultaneously into 2110 IP systems. It includes 2 x 100G Ethernet QSFP ports for redundancy or connection to two separate 100G Ethernet switches, as well as built-in […]

Blackmagic Design today announced the Blackmagic PYXIS 12K, a next-generation digital film camera that incorporates a 12K full-frame RGBW sensor into a compact, customizable body. Designed for high-end film and television production, the PYXIS 12K delivers 16 stops of dynamic range, built-in Blackmagic Cloud sync, and dual CFexpress media recorders—all in a rugged CNC-machined aerospace […]

Chyron has released PRIME VSAR 2.1, the latest version of its Unreal Engine-based virtual set and augmented reality (AR) engine designed for producers and daily news productions. This release brings compatibility with Unreal Engine 5.4, nDisplay, NDI streams, and IP-based camera tracking protocols, making it easier than ever to deliver engaging virtual and hybrid productions. […]

Grass Valley has introduced the LDX 180, an oversampled large imager camera built for live production workflows. Featuring a new in-house developed Xenios S35 global shutter CMOS imager, the LDX 180 delivers cinematic depth of field with the speed and precision required for live broadcast environments. Built on the LDX 100 Series platform, the LDX […]

BeNarative has entered into a technical and commercial partnership with Haivision, bringing advanced video transmission capabilities to its cloud-based production platform. Users of BeNarative now benefit from a cloud control unit that can aggregate video streams from multiple sources, including the MoJoPro professional camera app and Haivision video encoders. This integration provides new levels of […]

FutureVideo has introduced a new integration for Adobe Premiere Pro that simplifies migrating multicam video projects created on its V-Station HD multi-channel video recording and streaming systems. The integration uses V-Station HD’s Project Media Management (PMM) software, built on advanced SQL database technology, to keep workflows streamlined and organized. FutureVideo developed an XML file utility […]

Sound Control Technologies unveiled the RCU3SLä, a 4K30 USB 3.2 extension system designed for integration with today’s USB 3-enabled video bars and PTZ cameras. Powered by SCTLinkä, the RCU3SL delivers USB 3.2 with up to 36W of power, video, audio, and RS-232 control over a single CAT cable up to 100 meters—streamlining installations. The system […]

Grass Valley and Ross Video jointly announced that Grass Valley’s Maverik X Production Switcher, powered by the AMPP (Agile Media Processing Platform) operating system, is now directly controllable via Ross Video’s OverDrive automated production control system. The integration enhances operational flexibility by enabling seamless interoperability between two leading studio production technologies. With OverDrive now supporting […]

LAVNCH WEEK 11 is back with a completely reimagined format, and registration is now open. Taking place April 22–24, this three-day virtual event delivers a dynamic mix of education, product announcements and expert insights designed to highlight the latest trends and innovations in the AV industry. Unlike past LAVNCH WEEKs, which focused on a single […]

Shure’s Innovation Roadshow made a stop in Charlotte this week, and obviously, I had to check it out. The visit was part of Shure’s 100th anniversary celebration, and they brought along a few of their latest collaboration solutions for some hands-on demos. The day kicked off with a short session highlighting the company’s legacy and […]

AJA Video Systems has introduced BRIDGE LIVE 3G-8, the latest addition to its line of professional streaming and IP video solutions. Housed in a compact 1RU form factor, the new device features eight bi-directional 3G-SDI connectors—doubling the I/O capacity of the original BRIDGE LIVE—and supports a wide range of codecs and formats including H.264, H.265, […]

Mo-Sys is making its camera-tracking accuracy accessible to content creators, in-house studios, and educators with the launch of StarTracker Mini, a compact, all-in-one camera tracking system. StarTracker Mini offers the same precision and reliability as the StarTracker Classic, but in a smaller form factor with no external processing unit. Designed for environments with limited space […]

Extron is now shipping the MLC Plus 400, a 4-inch color touch screen control system designed to simplify AV control in classrooms, meeting rooms and collaborative workspaces. The all-in-one unit supports common AV functions such as display power, source selection and volume control. It leverages pre-defined button layout templates within Extron’s Global Configurator software, allowing […]

Lumio, SMART Technologies’ cloud-based learning platform, has added a new feature to its Spark plan: AI Assist. This tool is designed to save teachers time and elevate student engagement by generating quiz-based activities and assessments with the help of AI. AI Assist creates high-quality quiz questions at various difficulty levels, allowing teachers to focus more […]

Network Technologies Inc. (NTI) has entered the workplace environmental monitoring market with the release of its ENVIROMUX Micro Environment Monitoring System. The system is designed to track environmental conditions including temperature, humidity, water presence, power status, intrusion and smoke. If any sensor readings fall outside user-configured thresholds, the system can send alerts via email, webpage […]

Quam has announced a new line of UL1480-certified loudspeakers designed for use in Emergency Communication Systems (ECS), offering compliance with key safety standards including NFPA 70 and NFPA 72. The speakers are built to meet or exceed minimum intelligibility requirements for emergency messaging and integrate directly into fire alarm and mass notification systems. Quam’s lineup […]

Extron has added a new decoder to its NAV Pro AV-over-IP Series with the launch of the NAV D 121, a lower-cost option for distributing video, audio and control over 1 Gbps networks. The NAV D 121 uses Extron’s proprietary PURE3 codec to deliver visually lossless 4K/60 video with 4:4:4 chroma sampling and ultra-low latency. […]

Extron has announced the launch of the UCS 504, a 4K collaboration switching transmitter and scaling receiver kit designed to support bring-your-own-device (BYOD) and bring-your-own-meeting (BYOM) setups in small to medium-sized meeting rooms. The UCS 504 combines AV and USB switching with twisted pair signal extension, allowing users to connect USB cameras, microphones and other […]