Studio Technologies debuted the Model 352A and Model 354A Talk Stations. The units support Dante audio-over-Ethernet digital media technology and are ideal for voice paging applications, including theater, live event and industrial applications. Broadcast applications can also be supported by using the products’ integral IFB (talent cue) capabilities. The units offer a “complete solution for […]

The temperature check survey for December 2024 is now CLOSED. Keep an eye out for January’s survey! Hi everyone! We’ve made it to our very last Temperature Check Survey of 2024. This was a year of discovery and building anew. We learned about leveraging AI, meeting in new ways and whether or not we’re going […]

Marshall introduced the CV630-BI (in black) and CV630-WI (in white) IP PTZ Cameras. The CV630-BI and CV630-WI cameras feature 25X UHD (HEVC) IP capabilities, making them aimed at live broadcast, newscast, reality TV, concerts, corporate, government, courtroom, house of worship and education applications. At its core, the CV630-BI and CV630-WI are both equipped with an […]

Bogen Communications announced a technology partnership with CrisisGo, a safety and incident management platform, to deliver a communications platform designed to “streamline crisis management and emergency response for schools and organizations, ensuring swift and coordinated responses to potential emergencies.” Bogen Communications integration with CrisisGo leverages the Nyquist platform and CrisisGo’s Safety iResponse solution to create […]

The July 2024 CrowdStrike incident that caused global computer disruptions reminded the world of how dependent we are on technology and, even more so, the people who manage that technology. While much has been written about testing processes before releasing updates, one key takeaway is the importance of change management in production environments. Although ITIL […]

October was Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and with the AV industry’s increasing reliance on connected systems, the timing couldn’t have been better. From corporate boardrooms to large-scale event spaces, the security of AV systems has become a pressing issue in the industry. In our October Temperature Check, we asked industry professionals about their experiences with cybersecurity […]

Airport operator Fraport contracted technology company Rohde & Schwarz to install 100 new security scanners at Frankfurt Airport. The equipment will be used both in existing security checkpoint lanes and in new checkpoints to be opened in the future. The scanners will be delivered over a period of three years. Fraport chose Rohde & Schwarz […]

i-PRO Americas announced the integration of Triton ULTRA, a multi-function health, safety and drug detection device, with its Video Insight VMS. This integration enables educational institutions to enhance campus safety through real-time environmental insights while ensuring full privacy compliance in sensitive areas like bathrooms and locker rooms, where traditional surveillance is not feasible. Triton ULTRA […]

Planar has updated its Planar Simplicity Series with the release of the Planar Simplicity P Series LCD displays. The new series of large format displays is designed and certified for 24/7 usage to support digital signage applications requiring continuous operation, such as wayfinding, emergency messaging, advertising and menu boards. The new Planar Simplicity P Series […]

LG Business Solutions patterned with Kokomo Solutions Inc. (Kokomo24/7) to bring paired solutions for health, safety and operational efficiency to educational institutions. This collaboration combines LG’s hardware with Kokomo’s software platform to form paired solutions targeted to customers in the education market, from K-12 schools through colleges and universities, across the United States. The Kokomo […]

Xyte, developer of the first all-in-one cloud platform for device manufacturers and system integrators, announces the AV Cloud Summit, an event designed specifically for AV professionals eager to explore the influence of cloud technology in the audiovisual industry. Taking place on Nov. 13, 2024, the AV Cloud Summit is a virtual event, offering a focused […]

AVer Information announced that NDI will now be a standard across all AVer Pro AV cameras. Starting Nov. 1, 2024, NDI functionality will be automatically enabled through a simple firmware update with no action required from customers. Existing customers with non-NDI models can also receive a free upgrade after Nov. 1, 2024, to unlock NDI […]

i-PRO (formerly Panasonic Security) announced the addition of 19 new models to its Aero PTZ camera line featuring more durability and edge AI processing. Built for extreme weather and environmental conditions, the new, heavy-duty Aero PTZ cameras support up to 4K resolution and feature AI-driven analytics. With a zoom range of up to 40x, the […]

Genetec announced a new feature that enables law enforcement professionals to easily collect, manage, and share vehicle-based evidence captured by AutoVu Cloudrunner through the Genetec Clearance digital evidence management system (DEMS). Investigators typically rely on various types of data when building a case, such as license plate reads, video footage and other forensic evidence. In […]

BY: Theresa Payton Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity have sparked an ongoing debate about whether they’re the ultimate duo or a dangerous combination. As someone who has spent years navigating cybersecurity, I see both sides. AI offers incredible opportunities but opens up new vulnerabilities that we, as cybersecurity professionals, must address. AI & Cybersecurity: The […]

Do you update your smoke detector batteries twice a year? I know I don’t, but apparently we should, the same way we should be updating our antivirus software twice a year. But cybersecurity is a much more complex issue than just that. In 2004, President George W. Bush and Congress declared October as “Cybersecurity Awareness […]

NORWALK, Conn. – Trade Show Executive (TSE) has named ISC West as The Greatest Trade Show of 2023 at the 2024 TSE Gold 100 Awards & Summit. This prestigious awards program recognizes trade shows across various industries that were the largest and most ahead of the curve in innovative approaches in 2023. The event celebrated […]

Trade Show Executive has named ISC West as the Greatest Trade Show of 2023 at the 2024 TSE Gold 100 Awards & Summit. This awards program recognizes trade shows across various industries that were the largest and most innovative in 2023. The event celebrated not only the winners but also the recovery of the trade […]

Registration is now open for Integrated Systems Europe (ISE 2025); returning to the Fira de Barcelona Gran Vía from 4-7 February – and, the ISE team is promising the most dynamic and engaging show yet, with a host of new initiatives and features, an expanded and more easily accessible content programme, as well as the […]

The October 2024 Temperature Check survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for next month’s survey! Hi #AVtweeps! There is a chill in the air, the leaves are turning beautiful shades of red, yellow and orange, and coffee shops are churning out pumpkin spice lattes as fast as they can! You know what that […]

As September comes to a close, it’s time to break down the results of our latest Temperature Check. This month, we focused on how prepared industry professionals feel when integrating emerging technologies into their future projects. Let’s dive into the results and see what you all had to say. For our first question, we asked […]

Chief, a brand of Legrand AV, announced that TiLED Series dvLED Universal Wall Mounts, the next generation of TiLED dvLED wall mounts, are shipping and available to order. Compatible with a multitude of interlocking dvLED panels from leading manufacturers, these universal wall mounts simplify the installation process, reduce installation time from days to hours and […]

HP Inc (in ProAV, remember as Poly) announced it has acquired Vyopta, a provider of collaboration management solutions, offering analytics and monitoring for large, unified communications and collaboration (UC) networks. Vyopta brings “infrastructure to support the development of HP’s Workforce Experience Platform and provide customers with more insights and capabilities.” The HP Workforce Experience Platform, […]

i-PRO (formerly Panasonic Security) announced a new version of its Active Guard intelligent search application. Active Guard ensures that the metadata describing the unique attributes of humans and vehicles captured by i-PRO cameras are delivered to popular Video Management Systems (VMS) from Milestone, Genetec and others. This not only allows “deep forensic search from edge-based […]

Black Box launched two new Secure KVM remote controllers: a digital version featuring an LCD touch screen, and an analog version. Both are part of its family of NIAP-Certified Secure KVM switches for mission-critical environments. Secure KVM switches from Black Box offer a single point of authorized access to multiple systems while maintaining information classification […]

Quam announced the UL24 Series, a combo paging speaker and a fire signaling speaker in one. This solution is designed to save ceiling space and reduce installation labor costs. The product targets the educational, healthcare and commercial industrial market segments. Key Features: Dual Functionality: The UL24 Series combines a mass notification speaker that connects to […]

ShowMeCables introduced a line of white vertical wall-mount cabinets. These top-loading enclosures position gear vertically. With 17 new models in sizes from 2U to 6U and in five depths, the new vertical enclosures can hold anything of the standard 19-inch width, from servers to switches to patch panels. They have low profiles, with the 2U […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]