FSR Introduces Flex Control Builder Software

FSR has introduced its Flex Control Builder (FCB),  a new software application used to configure FLEX-LT control system panels. The company’s popular FLEX-LT is a wall or table box mounted control system intended for use in classrooms, meeting rooms, lecture halls, conference rooms, boardrooms and more. The FCB allows users an easy way to configure […]

FSR Introduces Flex Control Builder Software

Extron Adds DTP CrossPoint 84 Presentation Matrix Switcher Model

Extron’s all-new DTP CrossPoint 84 is a new 8 x 4 switcher with an integrated control processor or amplifier, adding another model to the company’s family of DTP CrossPoint matrix switchers. The 2U (rack-unit) DTP CrossPoint 84 is basically a system hub as it’s an 8×4 matrix switcher with 4K inputs and outputs, includes two […]

Extron Adds DTP CrossPoint 84 Presentation Matrix Switcher Model

Big Idea 2015: Automation for the Perfect Classroom

Foreword: My youngest daughter attends a new public charter where I volunteer more time than I can afford as the “Technology Guy.” The students were issued on day one Chromebooks and Kindles, and they do very limited work with paper of any sort. I worried would all the technology and apps come together, but recently she commented […]

Big Idea 2015: Automation for the Perfect Classroom

Must-Reads for CTS Holders

CTS holders pride themselves in standing apart from the crowd. Keep your edge fresh. Carve out some time to stay on top of the industry trends. Your schedule is not a light one, so we collected resources that are important for you to know about. Here are a few topics that might interest you. Plus, […]

Must-Reads for CTS Holders

InFocus Breaks Into Sub-$2,000 Category with JTouch 65″ TouchScreen Display

InFocus was the first projector company with a sub-$1000 4,000-lumen projector, now the company’s first sub-$2,000 65” touchscreen display company. The new 65-inch JTouch from InFocus is aimed at the K-12 education market. Like the rest of the native 1080p JTouch models, the 65-inch mirrors the content of a connected PC or Mac and makes […]

InFocus Breaks Into Sub-$2,000 Category with JTouch 65″ TouchScreen Display

Extron Introduces iPad Control App for TouchLink and MediaLink

Extron is pleased to introduce Extron Control, a new app that gives users complete access to any Extron control system, directly from their iPad. After a quick initial setup, the iPad connects to the desired room, allowing for complete control. The app automatically loads the user interfaces present on any Extron control product without a […]

Extron Introduces iPad Control App for TouchLink and MediaLink

Boeckeler Instruments Annotation Switcher Adds Streaming to iPad

Boeckeler Instruments’ latest upgrades to the Pointmaker CPN-6000 includes there ability for live streaming on the annotation system allow it to perform as what they refer to as “the heart of an AV system.” The HDCP-compliant CPN-6000 scaler receives up to nine video inputs in composite, Y/C, VGA and HDMI formats, and scales them to […]

Boeckeler Instruments Annotation Switcher Adds Streaming to iPad

DENON Launches KUDO

Denon Professional launched a new BYOD product called Kudo — a tabletop device that connects to a meeting room projector or monitor using a simple HDMI cable. Measuring just 6 inches across and less than 3.5 inches high, it’s designed for huddle rooms to allow for wireless connections allow presenters to mirror mobile or laptop […]

DENON Launches KUDO

Lyngdorf Audio Unveils Unique High Performance Power Amplifier

Lyngdorf Audio just debuted the SDA-2400 stereo power amplifier at CES this week. Unlike most power amplifiers, the versatile SDA-2400 features both analog and digital inputs and optional rack mounts, making it the perfect match for high-end surround sound processors and pre-amplifiers. The SDA-2400 is not a regular class D power amplifier. The unusually powerful […]

Lyngdorf Audio Unveils Unique High Performance Power Amplifier

Make it a Good New Year

As I write this column, we are on the cusp of a new year. Many times, people will write about predictions for the new year, or their resolutions. I am writing to ask you to think about your resolution and make one with me. This request comes from a couple of recent articles that I […]

Make it a Good New Year

Our 2014 Year-In-Review Video is Out!

One of the most anticipated videos we produce, annually, is our Year-In-Review video where we take a look at everything that shaped the year in ProAV, Home AV and Digital Signage. Well, without further delay, here it is – the official debut of rAVe’s 2014 Year in Review – watch it as you very-well may […]

Our 2014 Year-In-Review Video is Out!

DENON Intros Six New Products Aimed at ProAV Market

Denon Professional today introduced a new line called the Solution Series — a line of six wireless solutions for custom signal management and signal transmission routing in ProAV installations. They include the: DN-200PM Connected Presentation Manager — This functions as the central hub for distributing presentation/meeting content in conference rooms and classrooms. It features a […]

DENON Intros Six New Products Aimed at ProAV Market

Revisiting the rAVe Awards of 2014

This year rAVe gave out a number of awards to manufacturers, products and industry people. Here’s a refresher on all the things we thought were award-worth in 2014: The first ever rAVe AV Hall of Fame: All the inductees are here. Best of CEDIA 2014 Awards: The award winners that represent the BEST of this […]

Revisiting the rAVe Awards of 2014

What do AV’ers Get Paid?

You’ve got to love America for the transparency to answer questions like this one: What do AV staff get paid? Tech directors are the winners with average salaries around $100,000 and the top of the range getting $140,000. The average pay in USA (Source: PayScale.com dated Sept 2014) for an Audio/Video Equipment Technician is $17.73 […]

What do AV’ers Get Paid?

Extron Ships Two New IP Link Pro Control Processors

The new Extron IPL Pro CR88 and IPL Pro IRS8 control processors are now shipping. The IPL Pro CR88 features eight contact closure inputs and eight relay ports, while the IPL Pro IRS8 features eight one-way IR/serial ports. These compact, high-performance IP Link Pro control processors are loaded with features inherent to the IP Link […]

Extron Ships Two New IP Link Pro Control Processors

Extron Shipping MediaLink Plus Controller with Ethernet Device Control

Extron is already shipping its new MLC Plus 84 D — a two-gang Ethernet controller used for controlling common AV functions such as power, input switching and volume. As part of the new MediaLink Plus Series, it is designed with more powerful features, enhanced security and Ethernet control. It has eleven back-lit soft touch buttons […]

Extron Shipping MediaLink Plus Controller with Ethernet Device Control

Extron Ships FOX USB Extender Plus

Extron’s FOX USB Extender Plus extends signals from USB peripheral devices extreme distances over fiber optic cabling. The extender supports USB 3.0, 2.0, 1.1 and 1.0 devices with data rates up to 480 Mbps. Used in conjunction with an Extron FOX Series DisplayPort, HDMI, DVI, or VGA extender, the FOX USB Extender Plus is capable […]

Extron Ships FOX USB Extender Plus

JBL Intros Control Contractor 40 Speaker Series Featuring Radiation Boundary Integrator Technology

The new Control Contractor 40 Series is a new line of what JBL is calling premium, in-ceiling loudspeakers featuring Radiation Boundary Integrator (RBI) technology adapted from the company’s VerTec Series line array loudspeakers. The six models in the Control 40 series include: Control 47C/T, a large space speaker that has 120° of coverage Control 47LP […]

JBL Intros Control Contractor 40 Speaker Series Featuring Radiation Boundary Integrator Technology

NEC Display Adds 47″ Sunlight-Readable Display With MultiSync X474HB

NEC Display Solutions has launched the MultiSync X474HB using S-IPS technology — a large-screen digital signage display that’s integrated with what the company says is sunlight-proof operation. The 47-inch specialty LCD display is designed to intelligently adapt to its surroundings, offering a bright, clear image when required, without wasting energy when it’s not. Offering a […]

NEC Display Adds 47″ Sunlight-Readable Display With MultiSync X474HB

Extron’s New USB Extender Ships

Extron is shipping the USB Extender Plus, which extends signals from USB peripheral devices located up to 330 feet (100 meters) away from the host computer using a single CATx cable. The extender supports USB 3.0, 2.0, 1.1, and 1.0 devices with data rates up to 480 Mbps. Direct connection of USB peripherals to a […]

Extron’s New USB Extender Ships

InFocus Launches 80″ JTouch and BigTouch Displays

InFocus Corporation has a new 80-inch version of its JTouch display and BigTouch all-in-one PC. The 80-inch JTouch and BigTouch connectivity includes HDMI, VGA, USB Type-A or wirelessly via the InFocus LiteShow adapter. Native 1920x1080p resolution, both include a built-in stereo audio speaker system. Using an edge-to-edge IR multi-touch system with support for 5-point Windows […]

InFocus Launches 80″ JTouch and BigTouch Displays

ARTHUR HOLM to Debut DYNAMIC X2 and New AHnet Control System at ISE 2015

ARTHUR HOLM will be launching its new Dynamic X2 series of retractable monitors at ISE 2015. The new version includes a redesigned ultra-thin aluminum style that’s available in 15”, 17’’, 19”  and 22” widescreen (16:10 sizes). Optionally, all of the new series can be ordered as touch screen, integrated with a camera and even add […]

ARTHUR HOLM to Debut DYNAMIC X2 and New AHnet Control System at ISE 2015

Extron Ships TeamWork “Show Me” Cable Retraction Modules

Extron has announced the immediate availability of Retractor SM “Show Me” cable retraction modules for their TeamWork Collaboration System. Available Retractor SM modules provide the user interface for HDMI, DisplayPort, or VGA sources and operation is simple and intuitive. Extend the “Show Me” cable, connect it to your source device, and press the “Share” button […]

Extron Ships TeamWork “Show Me” Cable Retraction Modules

DVIGear Introduces 4K Optical Extenders That Work Over a Single Fiber

DVIGear has launched two new single-fiber optical extender models, the DVI-7313 and DVI-7314. These compact extenders support 4K @ 30p resolution signals up to 1.2 miles (1640 feet). These extenders support HDMI v1.4 (non-HDCP) signals with resolutions up to 4K (4096×2160/30p) over long cable distances. DVIGear says these extenders are similarly priced as other extension […]

DVIGear Introduces 4K Optical Extenders That Work Over a Single Fiber

Kramer Debuts VS-211HA HDMI Auto-Switcher

Kramer has announced the VS-211HA, a two-input HDMI auto switcher that can be set to select between autoswitching (last-connected or priority) and manual switching modes (manual and manual override). VS-211HA detects actual HDMI signals (instead of just 5V presence) allowing auto switching only to sources actually in use. HDMI 5V output turns off when no […]

Kramer Debuts VS-211HA HDMI Auto-Switcher

Crestron Ships 3-Series 4K DigitalMedia Presentation System

Now shipping, the new Crestron 3-Series 4K DigitalMedia Presentation System (DMPS3-4K-150-C) combines Crestron’s DigitalMedia technology with a built-in IP-based 3-Series Control System, a 10×1 4K multimedia switcher, mic mixer and audio DSP. With its built-in 3-Series Control System, the DMPS3-4K-150-C is a network appliance with high-speed Ethernet connectivity and enterprise-level security. AV Framework enables the […]

Crestron Ships 3-Series 4K DigitalMedia Presentation System

A Scattered Mind

I am not sure if it is the holiday season, a busy schedule or something completely different, but my mind has been very scattered over the past few weeks. As such, I thought the only way I could write a column this month is if I embraced that scattered mind, and wrote a column that […]

A Scattered Mind

Sennheiser’s Digital 9000 Series Now has a Dante Card

Sennheiser has announced the availability of its Dante card for the EM 9046 receiver that makes the Digital 9000 wireless microphone system, capable of being integrated into Dante audio-over-IP networks. Also available as free downloads are the associated new Digital 9000 firmware version 3.0.3 and the new Wireless Systems Manager 4.2 with a set of […]

Sennheiser’s Digital 9000 Series Now has a Dante Card

Christie Expands 1-Chip DLP Lineup With Q Series Additions

Christie has added three new projectors to their Christie Q Series family. The new so-called “whisper-quiet” Christie DWX851-Q, Christie DHD851-Q and Christie DWU851-Q models deliver 7900, 7500 and 7900 ANSI lumens, respectively, and are usable in either single or dual-lamp mode. Operational in portrait or landscape setup and suitable for auditoriums, board and conference rooms, […]

Christie Expands 1-Chip DLP Lineup With Q Series Additions

FSR Ships HDBaseT 70-Meter Transmitter/Receiver Set

FSR has started shipping its new HD-H70-SP HDBaseT Extender Set. The extenders are designed to send uncompressed full HD digital HDMI video, audio and IR and RS-232 control signals up to 70-meters via a single CAT-5e / CAT-6 / CAT-6A / CAT-7 cable. Input resolutions include 4K (2160p @30 Hz), 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 480p, […]

FSR Ships HDBaseT 70-Meter Transmitter/Receiver Set

Sennheiser Adds D 10 Headset Designed for Conference Calls and Webcasting

Sennheiser’s new D 10 Series wireless headset was created specially for office professionals who use either a desk phone or a softphone/PC for their calls. D 10 Series headsets provide exceptional sound quality and a streamlined design that brings DECT headset solutions within reach of even more business users. Together with Sennheiser’s existing wireless DECT […]

Sennheiser Adds D 10 Headset Designed for Conference Calls and Webcasting

New H.264 Streaming Media Processor With FlexOS Now Shipping

Extron is shipping its new SMP 351 Streaming Media Processor with FlexOS, an H.264 streaming media processor that captures and distributes live AV sources and presentations. With five available inputs, the SMP 351 creates high-impact content by combining two high resolution signals, a background image and metadata into dynamic layouts that enhance a presentation’s message. […]

New H.264 Streaming Media Processor With FlexOS Now Shipping