Altinex Debuts TNP358 Tilt ‘N Plug Interconnect Box

Altinex has a new TNP358 Tilt ‘N Plug interconnect box that is designed for mounting into tables, podiums or other furniture as part of a presentation system. The TNP358 is available in both black or brushed aluminum finishes and includes dual AC power sockets, two charging USB ports, plus HDMI and audio connectors. To patch […]

Altinex Debuts TNP358 Tilt ‘N Plug Interconnect Box

Extron Ships DTP CrossPoint 86 4K Scaling Matrix Switcher

Now things in the digital media space will get interesting as Extron has started shipping its DTP CrossPoint 86 4K, an 8×6 presentation matrix switcher — and it joins the company’s 10×8, 8×6, 8×4, and 8×2 I/O sizes. This includes a matrix switcher with 4K inputs and outputs, built-in 4K scalers powered by Extron Vector […]

Extron Ships DTP CrossPoint 86 4K Scaling Matrix Switcher

Mitsubishi to Debut New 120 Series Cubes and New Narrow Bezel LCD at ISE

The next generation of Mitsubishi Electric’s 120 Series DLP rear projection cubes will debut at next month’s ISE. The VS-WE120U DLP cube projection engine, due to be available mid-2016, is the next-generation engine for Mitsubishi’s 120 Series system. The new WUXGA/1080p projector combines the WE optical system from Mitsubishi’s Seventy Series and its 120 Series […]

Mitsubishi to Debut New 120 Series Cubes and New Narrow Bezel LCD at ISE

Just Add Power Announces ISE Plans, Including Two New Additions to 3G Ultra HD Over IP Line

Just Add Power (Stand 5-R108) has announced that its range of Ethernet-based HDMI distribution devices will expand further with the launch four new products at Integrated Systems Europe in Amsterdam. Most notably, two new products are being added to their latest 3G Ultra HD over IP platform- which was winner of ‘Best Multiroom AV’ product […]

Just Add Power Announces ISE Plans, Including Two New Additions to 3G Ultra HD Over IP Line

Middle Atlantic’s New UTB Series Universal TechBox Allows Discreet Mounting of AV Equipment

Middle Atlantic Products today announced the launch of the UTB Series Universal TechBox, a low-profile solution for discreetly mounting AV equipment underneath a table surface within meeting spaces. The UTB Series Universal TechBox is aimed at applications mounting equipment like small devices, switchers, and interface accessories for audio, video, and/or HDMI. Available in two widths […]

Middle Atlantic’s New UTB Series Universal TechBox Allows Discreet Mounting of AV Equipment

ClearOne Awarded Patent for Beamforming Microphone Array Technology

ClearOne announced today that it has been awarded a new patent on technology for adaptively configuring beamforming microphone arrays. On Dec. 29, 2015, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) issued United States Patent number 9,226,088 entitled “Methods and Apparatuses for Multiple Configurations of Beamforming Microphone Arrays.” The ‘088 patent describes a method for self […]

ClearOne Awarded Patent for Beamforming Microphone Array Technology

KanexPro Intros HDBaseT Switcher for 4K

KanexPro has just launched the HDSC31D-4K HDMI and VGA Collaboration Switcher Scaler that uses HDBaseT (3×1) to send signals distances up to 230 feet. Tthe HDSC31D-4K offers three inputs designed for sending DisplayPort, HDMI or VGA analog video as well as control up to 230 feet over a shielded CATx cable to an HDBaseT receiver […]

KanexPro Intros HDBaseT Switcher for 4K

Crestron Ships HDBaseT 4K Transmitter and Receiver

Crestron is shipping its 4K DigitalMedia Transmitter 202 (DM-TX-4K-202-C) and 4K DigitalMedia Transmitter 302 (DM-TX-4K-302-C) which are spec’d to transmit 4K (up to 4096×2160 @ 60 Hz with color sampling of 4:2:0 or 2560×1600 @ 60Hz with color sampling of 4:4:4) and HD AV signals long distance to a room display. Both products function as […]

Crestron Ships HDBaseT 4K Transmitter and Receiver

Almo Professional A/V to Distribute Bose Professional Audio Gear

Almo Professional A/V today announced it was selected by Bose Professional Americas to distribute the audio company’s full line of BMS speakers, IZA amps, ControlSpace signal processors and PowerMatch amps. With the goal of giving AV resellers new opportunities to thrive in 2016, these premium audio solutions are now available through Almo with the added […]

Almo Professional A/V to Distribute Bose Professional Audio Gear

Chief Launches New Suspended Ceiling Projector System

Chief is now shipping the new suspended ceiling projector system that they say is designed to cut install time by one-third. The new design incorporates an improved suspended ceiling plate, column system, mount and universal interface. The process began when Chief engineers went into the field to observe and interview installers about current systems and […]

Chief Launches New Suspended Ceiling Projector System

Crestron Ships Huddle Room Package

Crestron shipped a new HDMI switcher and extender pair that’s aimed at small meeting rooms, huddle rooms, and classrooms. Dubbed the HD Scaling Presentation Switcher & Extender (HD-MD-400-C-E) the package includes 3×1 switcher with an HD receiver that requires no programming. Mount the transmitter under a table or inside a podium and it hash two HDMI inputs, one VGA input (with one […]

Crestron Ships Huddle Room Package

Tech Works Introduces Innovative New Nurse Call System

Tech Works introduced a new generation of communications systems aimed at healthcare facilities. Designed from the ground up to provide the ultimate in reliability and performance, Tech Works NC systems are easy to install, seamlessly integrating with existing communications systems to enable any new or existing facility to integrate the features and benefits of digital communications technology, without the need […]

Tech Works Introduces Innovative New Nurse Call System

Kramer Intros VP-558 11×4 Presentation Scaler/Matrix Switcher

Kramer’s new VP-558 is an 11×4 ProScale presentation scaler/matrix switcher that can output four independent scaled images with embedded audio via both HDMI and HDBaseT. The VP-558 features six HDMI and four HDBaseT inputs along with an analog VGA input. The unit includes a 4×1 USB switcher, independent stereo audio outputs and a line output. VP-558 also has a […]

Kramer Intros VP-558 11×4 Presentation Scaler/Matrix Switcher

Aurora Ships QXT Touch Panel

Aurora claims its QXT-700 is the world’s first platform “agnostic” Quad Core IP HD 7″ Touch Panel (QXT-700TS) / Control System (QXT-2). Designed for conference rooms, educational facilities and control over digital signage systems, it mounts into a standard two-gang box, and uses a 7-inch 1280×800 touch screen with 170 degree viewing angles. It also includes […]

Aurora Ships QXT Touch Panel

Waves Audio Now Shipping the eMotion LV1 Live Mixer

Waves Audio is now shipping the Waves eMotion LV1 mixer, a live digital mixing console that provides real-time audio mixing for front-of-house, monitor and broadcast engineers. Based on Waves SoundGrid technology, this software mixer delivers the superior sound quality for which Waves is renowned, as well as the convenience and speed needed in demanding live environments. eMotion LV1 gives live engineers […]

Waves Audio Now Shipping the eMotion LV1 Live Mixer

PrimeView Launches 32″ 4K Display

Primeview USA has introduced a 32″ UHD LED LCD monitor to the market. The new display expands the company’s 4K UHD (3840×2160) line to under 40 inches (also going up to 98 inches diagonal) to fit a vast range of budgets and size of space in control rooms, medical environments, gaming, museums and digital signage. It’s specified as having 10-bit color. […]

PrimeView Launches 32″ 4K Display

AMX Updates Massio Firmware to Add Switching

HARMAN’s AMX Massio ControlPads now have new NetLinx programming capability that include the ability to integrate any controllable switching product. Combining a wall- or lectern-mounted keypad, with the device and room control capabilities of a central controller, Massio is a control interface for meeting room and classrooms that’s available in six-button and eight-button configurations and Massio ControlPads each […]

AMX Updates Massio Firmware to Add Switching

Extron Ships Mic/Line to Dante Audio Interface

Extron has started shipping its AXI 22 AT D, a single-gang Decora-style audio interface for integrating two mic/line sources onto a Dante-enabled audio system. It features two XLR audio inputs and switchable 48 volt phantom power for connecting and powering condenser microphones, plus gain controls for each input. The AXI 22 AT D also features two line […]

Extron Ships Mic/Line to Dante Audio Interface

rAVe EXCLUSIVE: 4K and iOS9 Come to Barco’s ClickShare!

The new firmware update for the ClickShare CSC-1 Base Unit is available now and it adds two key features: 4K resolution compatibility as well as full mirroring from iOS9 devices. Barco’s CSC-1 was already compatible with resolutions up to 2560×1600 but now, with this new firmware update, the CSC-1 is capable of outputting 4K (4096×2160) […]

rAVe EXCLUSIVE: 4K and iOS9 Come to Barco’s ClickShare!

Extron XTP Fiber Optic Receiver With Vector 4K Scaling Ships

Extron is now shipping its XTP SFR HD 4K, an XTP scaling receiver for extending video, audio, bidirectional control, and Ethernet over one fiber optic cable. It accepts signals from XTP Fiber transmission products, and incorporates the Extron’s new Vector 4K scaling engine, specifically engineered for 4K applications. For streamlined integration, it features on‑screen menus, […]

Extron XTP Fiber Optic Receiver With Vector 4K Scaling Ships

All Eyes on Paris

The COP21 Convention held in Paris is now in the history books. For those of you who may not know what this annual event even is or have vague ideas about it having something to do with the climate, here is a bit of a primer: In 1992, there was a large political response to […]

All Eyes on Paris

Vivitek Takes Aim at Barco ClickShare With New Collaborative NovoPRO

Vivitek Corporation today announced it’s shipping the $799 NovoPRO — taking aim at Barco’s ClickShare product. Vivitek’s NovoPRO collaborative and interactive wireless BYOD “system” offers the same advanced feature set as the bestselling NovoConnect, but on a Quad-Core processor. Equipped with UltraHD 4K support (Buyer Beware: no color bit-depth specified thus, it likely doesn’t do 4K @ 60Hz or […]

Vivitek Takes Aim at Barco ClickShare With New Collaborative NovoPRO

Nureva Announces the WhisperTek Surface for Its Span System

Nureva announces the WhisperTek surface, a high-performance bezel-less projection surface for the Nureva Span ideation system. The lightly textured surface can withstand the high-use demands of interactive surfaces and regular wear and tear from pen and finger touches over time. The WhisperTek surface has been designed to enhance projector brightness and color, while eliminating the hotspots and glare that […]

Nureva Announces the WhisperTek Surface for Its Span System

Aurora Introduces DXB-8 Low-Cost Eight-Button, Single-Gang Wall Controller

Aurora’s new DXB-8 has eight programmable buttons and two RS232 ports for controlling RS232 devices. Designed for classrooms and small conference rooms, the DXB-8 buttons can be configured for sending commands on both a press and/or release, for applications such as camera pan/tilt near/far commands, as well as press-and-hold functionality for volume ramping applications. Each button can […]

Aurora Introduces DXB-8 Low-Cost Eight-Button, Single-Gang Wall Controller

Antelope Audio Intros Two Thunderbolt-Compatible Devices: Orion32+ and Orion Studio

Antelope Audio announced that Orion32+ and Orion Studio, are now compatible with Apple Thunderbolt technology — and both are shipping. Orion32+ follows its predecessor, Orion32, which launched three years ago as a 32-channel interface solution in a 1U rack. Orion32+ is now Antelope’s flagship interface and features Thunderbolt compatibility, improved dynamic range, claiming zero latency […]

Antelope Audio Intros Two Thunderbolt-Compatible Devices: Orion32+ and Orion Studio

Extron Ships DTP 4K Switchers for DisplayPort, HDMI and VGA with Audio Embedding

Extron has started to ship its DTP T DSW 4K Series of three input switchers for sending DisplayPort, HDMI or VGA, audio, and control over a shielded CATx cable to Extron DTP-enabled products. The transmitters extend signals up to 230 feet (70 meters) or 330 feet (100 meters). They provide DisplayPort, HDMI, and VGA inputs, […]

Extron Ships DTP 4K Switchers for DisplayPort, HDMI and VGA with Audio Embedding

NEC Display Intros 75-Inch X754HB Display Built for High-Brightness Environments

NEC Display Solutions today announced the MultiSync X754HB display, a high-brightness display that allows for extremely clear visibility in higher ambient light environments. The new 75-inch display is built specifically to withstand the harsh environment of direct sunlight that would otherwise ruin normal displays. With integrated thermodynamic cooling fans, a panel that can reduce the […]

NEC Display Intros 75-Inch X754HB Display Built for High-Brightness Environments

Extron Ships SMP 351 Streaming Media Processors With 400GB of Solid State Storage

Extron shipped two new models of their SMP 351 Streaming Media Processor lineup. These new models offer 400 GB of internal solid state storage to accommodate more AV content. All SMP 351 models feature five inputs that allows for combining two high resolution signals, a background image and metadata into dynamic layouts that enhance a presentation’s message. Extron’s […]

Extron Ships SMP 351 Streaming Media Processors With 400GB of Solid State Storage

VDO360 Ships Clearwater PTZPC

VDO360’s Clearwater PTZPC, launched at InfoComm 2015, is now shipping. Using a camera module based on Compass HD PTZ USB camera the VDO360 Clearwater uses a computer with an Intel Core i5 processor with vPro technology. The Clearwater PTZPC is a completely new way to do BYOD collaboration. By uniting a VDO360 Compass camera with an […]

VDO360 Ships Clearwater PTZPC

Extron Ships 4K HDMI Matrix Switchers with Audio De-Embedding

Extron is shipping its DXP 1616 HD 4K and DXP 168 HD 4K, the first two models in a new series of high performance HDMI matrix switchers for resolutions up to 4K (capable of 4096×2160 @30Hz at 4:4:4 and 4096×2160 @60Hz at 4:2:0). They are HDCP compliant, and support data rates to 10.2 Gbps, Deep Color […]

Extron Ships 4K HDMI Matrix Switchers with Audio De-Embedding

ClearOne Awarded Two New AV Over IP Distribution Patents by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

ClearOne said today that it has been awarded two new patents related to intelligent network communication devices in an audiovideo distribution system. On November 17, 2015, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) issued United States Patent number 9,191,231 entitled Video and Audio Network Distribution System. The ‘231 patent relates to an audio video distribution system that includes networked audio and […]

ClearOne Awarded Two New AV Over IP Distribution Patents by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

KLIK Intros New Wireless HD Streaming Box Aimed at Conference, Meeting and Classrooms

KLIK Communications just launched the KLIK Boks Wireless Presentation Connector — a device that wirelessly streams the contents of their laptop, tablet or smartphone to a projector or monitor for $249. Similar to the now-ubiquitous video streaming sticks available for consumer use, the KLIK Boks targets corporate meeting and conference rooms, classrooms and meeting spaces […]

KLIK Intros New Wireless HD Streaming Box Aimed at Conference, Meeting and Classrooms