AVPro Edge has introduced the Fresco 8K video wall processor and the MX 4×4 8K matrix switch, both designed to manage 48 Gbps bandwidth. The AC-MX-44X is an HDMI matrix switch built for commercial and residential integrators, with applications in esports, unified communications and collaboration (UCC) and home theaters. It is now shipping. The Fresco […]

Viking Electronics has announced the E-1600-912A, a durable emergency phone designed to fit within Viking’s VE-9×12 Enclosures for applications requiring an enclosed emergency phone. Built for indoor and outdoor use, the ADA-compliant device is suited for schools, hospitals, parking facilities, campuses and industrial sites. Key features of the E-1600-912A: Connects to emergency personnel with a […]

Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC) in Southern California is one of the largest community colleges on the west coast. When it was time to renovate their Hilmer Lodge Stadium for their Mounties athletics programs, they built an entirely new 60,000-square-foot sports complex adjoining the historic stadium. The complex’s AV system meets the structural and […]

ISE 2025 delivered an unforgettable showcase of innovation. The show floor buzzed with cutting-edge technology, major product launches and plenty of unexpected surprises. As always, the rAVe [PUBS] team was on-site, visiting every booth to capture the latest innovations — more than 2,446 videos, along with photos, podcasts, and hundreds of product news stories. You […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST The rAVe team is back from ISE 2025! As we wind down and rest our feet, I now have the opportunity to tell you that if you missed the show this year, you were missing out, my friend. The show floor was the busiest I’ve ever seen it, the energy […]

Vivitek, a brand of Delta, has launched its D5000Z Series projectors, including the DU5051Z (6,300 lumens), the DU5053Z (7,500 lumens), and the DK5153Z (6,200 lumens). The projectors are designed for installations in education, meeting spaces, entertainment venues, museums, galleries, and houses of worship. The D5000Z Series is available in white or black and offers three […]

Ergotron has introduced the LX Pro, an updated version of its modular LX line of monitor arms. The LX Pro is available in black, gray, and white, with options for desk or wall mounting in both single and multi-monitor setups. The LX Pro features Ergotron’s Constant Force technology, which allows for smooth movement and positioning. […]

Chord has introduced the EE1 Plus, an updated version of its EE1 network noise isolator, designed to reduce noise in audio streaming applications. The device is a compact Ethernet-in, Ethernet-out box that aims to eliminate network noise generated by household devices without causing audio delays. The EE1 Plus uses a passive design that converts noise […]

Epson announced its EB-PU2220B and EB-PU2120W now support standard 120-volt power up to 19,000 lumens. Epson has been working on a solution to make this class of projectors more accessible to end users. Support for 120 volts power is a bg deal in live events, education and large venue installation applications. With 120 volts compatibility […]

Extron introduced the NAV SD 121 compact scaling decoder. Now shipping, this AV-over-IP scaling decoder receives, decodes and scales visually lossless video, audio, and control signals over 1 Gbps IP networks. Utilizing the Extron-patented PURE3 codec and advanced Vector 4K Scaling Technology, the NAV SD 121 delivers high quality video at resolutions up to 4K/60 […]

Alcons Audio added to its CRMS series with the CRMSQ; a modular two-way column loudspeaker designed for use as a vertical array system. The CRMSQ includes two Alcons 12” RBN1203 drivers, each spec’d at a peak power handling of 2,000W, mounted in a co-axial speaker configuration alongside four high-output 6.5” woofers with Active Coil technology. […]

Marshall Electronics is shipping the CVM-26 housing with sun hood for compact and miniature cameras. The Marshall CVM-26 is an all-metal housing that protects cameras for various weather conditions. It has a three-position sun hood placement, four rubber shock mount gaskets and a removable mounting plate for durability. The CVM-26 also has stability for those […]

Extron today detailed its install at the Santa Catalina School, in Monterey, California, has reimagined its Sister Mary Kieran Memorial Library as a dynamic, tech-enabled learning hub, blending modern AV technology with flexible spaces for study, collaboration, and videoconferencing. At the heart of this transformation is an Extron Quantum Ultra processor, which powers a new […]

PPDS announced a partnership with True Performance for Pantone Validated color performance, automatic calibration, and near-zero latency of its Philips dvLED displays. Trade-ready for government and MOD settings, including TAA compliance, the military-grade secure displays — which includes Philips Signage 4000 Series D-Line and Philips Videowall X-Line — the new Philips True Performance dvLED solution, […]

Telycam is shipping its Explore broadcast-quality PTZ camera designed for live production and events. The Explore integrates a 1-inch, 9MP Sony sensor for 4K60 and includes Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF) for tracking fast-moving subjects or spontaneous moments and keeping them in focus. The camera includes NDI High Bandwidth, NDI HX3, 12G-SDI with genlock, HDMI and […]

AREC just launched an AI-powered virtual director in the firm of the DS-9CU Speaker Tracking Station. AREC says it can “intelligently controlling multiple PTZ cameras” to capture speaker shots, seamlessly switching display layouts, and presenting them on the big screen in real time. Designed for small to medium-sized conference rooms, courts, ministries, and town halls, […]

Kramer announced a new line of “premium” speakers that are PoE-powered with Dante. Designed to reduce installation wiring, each PoE-powered Dante speaker has a corresponding passive model with the same industrial design and sound profile, allowing system integrators to mix and match self-amplifiying and passive speakers. Kramer’s new speaker line is optimized for speech clarity […]

LAIA Technologies announced the launch of three major PTZ camera lines. The line-up now includes new models; all are AI-enabled cameras; the C-Pro, Broadcaster, and Broadcaster Pro. The LAIA C-Pro camera line includes 4K AI models, with AI-based tracking of the speaker/presenter and 12X optical zoom. It’s a solution for conferences in medium and large […]

Sennheiser announced a new installation variant for its TeamConnect Ceiling Medium (TCC M) – the TeamConnect Ceiling Medium Ceiling Tile (TCC M CT). ​ The TCC M CT allows for even easier installation of the TCC M into suspended grid ceilings, thereby reducing installation time and costs for integrators on site. The tile comes in […]

Hive debuted its new media engine, the Beeblade Nexus, integrated with version 1.2 of its software. The Beeblade Nexus uses a scalable SDM format and includes a daughter board system with optical fiber Ethernet interfaces, supporting 10, 25 and 100 Gigabit connectivity, enabling ultra-high bandwidth uncompressed streams via SMPTE 2110 and NDI. With an 8K60 […]

Comprehensive Connectivity launched the GX Series High Speed USB 5G Extenders (USB5GX-520K and USB5GX-530WPK). They are designed for transmitting USB signals over long distances. Comprehensive GX Series Extenders not only extend USB, but also feature USB switching capabilities which allow you to share several USB peripherals between two computers without constantly swapping cables and setting […]

Sennheiser announced a new collaboration with TeamMate, a designer of technical furniture solutions for education, corporate and specialist spaces. The collaboration enables installations of Sennheiser’s TeamConnect (TC) Bar Solutions with the TeamMate Active Learning Terminal (ALT) wall mounted enclosure. TeamMate’s ALT is a wall-mounted enclosure designed to efficiently store AV over IP or small form-factor […]

Panasonic Connect announced its new PT-VMZ7ST Series Short Throw LCD Laser Projectors, which includes the PT-VMZ7ST and PT-VMZ6ST models. The series is aimed at sports, simulation, higher education, corporate and museum environments. Key features include: Up to 7,000lm2 and WUXGA resolution with 3,000,000:1 Contrast Ratio. Advanced Color Adjustment supports color reproduction, making it ideal for […]

Extron and Sennheiser announced its Design Solutions devices, Certified for Microsoft Teams now include control processors from Extron’s IPCP Pro xi Series and the new TeamConnect Ceiling Medium – TCC M – ceiling microphone from Sennheiser. As AI-powered tools like Microsoft 365 Copilot transform workplace collaboration, reliable audio has become more critical than ever. These […]

Extron has introduced the DA2 HD 8K AE and DA2 HD 8K AI, two-output 8K HDMI distribution amplifiers designed for professional AV applications. The DA2 HD 8K AE extracts two-channel LPCM audio from an HDMI input and converts it to analog audio, which can be configured for stereo or dual-mono output. The DA2 HD 8K […]

Samsung’s SmartThings Pro business-to-business (B2B) management platform has added AI and automation capabilities. The platform now includes Interactive View, which uses AI to convert 2D floor plans into 3D images, making it easier for business operators to visualize and manage connected devices. SmartThings Pro also introduces automation controls, allowing users to adjust settings such as […]

Extron has updated its NAV AV-over-IP platform with new features that expand its capabilities. NAVigator Redundancy adds an additional layer of protection to the NAVigator System Manager, while Automated System Backup enables scheduled configuration data backups. The platform now integrates with Active Directory, streamlining centralized user management and permission authentication. Additionally, the NAV System now […]

Biamp is now shipping six new products as part of its Biamp Workplace cloud-based AV asset management portal: the CCA-80 Aisle Loudspeaker, the Community R.15-3696 Loudspeaker, the Vidi 280 Conferencing Camera, the Parlé VBC 2800 Video Conferencing Bar, and the Parlé CBC 2500 Ceiling-Mounted Audio Conferencing Bar. Biamp Workplace is a cloud-based platform that allows […]

Biamp has introduced three new 4800-watt models to its Voltera family of networked amplified loudspeaker controllers (ALCs). The new models double the wattage of previous Voltera ALCs and are designed for mid-size to large venues, including stadiums, concert halls, event centers, and indoor arenas. The new models include: Voltera D 4800.4 – 4800 watts into […]

Planar has expanded its DirectLight family with the launch of the Planar DirectLight Slim Series, a fine pixel pitch MicroLED video wall designed for curved and space-constrained installations. Applications include control rooms, broadcast studios, virtual production, extended reality, simulation and training, and research environments. With an installation depth of less than two inches, the Planar […]

Powersoft launched Nota, an ultra-compact PoE/PoE+ amplifier that outputs 140W of power across two channels in a pocked-sized footprint. Nota’s features include on-board DSP capabilities, speaker health monitoring and full control via both Powersoft’s ArmoníaPlus software and third-party APIs. The amplifier’s USB-C connectivity allows integration with external devices, doubling as a USB-to-AES67 converter for enhanced […]

Sony announced a cloud-based provisioning, control & monitoring service, Remote Device Manager (RDM). Deployed on site via Zero-Touch Provisioning, RDM will deliver new features for control and monitoring of its BRAVIA displays, including the ability to remotely update software, monitor the status of multiple displays, detect abnormal states and capture screenshots. RDM will undergo continuous […]