Mo’ Money, Mo’ Problems? Why Spending More on AV Is Not Necessarily a Bad Thing
By Rob Voorhees, Business Development Manager II- CTS, CTP, CTNS, Dante 3Exertis Almo I remember it like it was yesterday. I was standing in the audio department of a particular big-box retailer where I worked. A middle-aged man approached our wall of receivers, pointed to a particular name brand that was on the higher end of the […]
rAVe 2023 October Temperature Check – Now Open!
Security products and installations are becoming more and more integrated into the world of ProAV. From command and control rooms to using the latest AI technologies for monitoring, worlds are blending together. But how closely aligned are the two markets? That’s what we need you to tell us! We’d love it if you’d spend five […]
Extron Introduces ZRTP Pro Series of Touch Panels and Extron Control for Zoom Rooms App
Extron announced the ZRTP Pro Series of Zoom-certified touch panels and the Extron Control for Zoom Rooms App. The ZRTP Pro Series are Zoom Rooms touch panels that can operate as either a Zoom Rooms controller or a Zoom Scheduling panel. As a Zoom Rooms controller, Extron says these touch panels let users manage the […]
RF Venue Introduces RF Explorer Pro
RF Venue has extended its portfolio of wireless audio essentials by adding the RF Explorer Pro, a touchscreen RF spectrum analyzer configured for wireless microphones and in-ear monitor system users. With its integrated 6 GHz Spectrum Analyzer and Frequency Coordination and WiFi Analysis tools, RF claims the RF Explorer Pro offers advanced functionality with intuitive […]
Nureva Announces Camera Zones Feature for Its HDL410 Audio Conferencing System
Nureva announced a new camera zones feature for its HDL410 audio conferencing system that integrates its sound location data with the INOGENI CAM230 multi-camera selector. Nureva says setup is quick, with only a few minutes needed to define up to three zones that are each mapped to a camera and its view of the room. […]
signageOS Announces Support for BrightSign Series 5 Media Players
signageOS announced support for the latest BrightSign Series 5 media players. signageOS says all models in this series feature the newest version of Chromium, ensuring they are up-to-date and compatible, support modern web technology and are as fast as can be. The company claims the media players offer multi-output in the XC2055 and 4055, PC-class […]
Genially is Available on BenQ Boards
BenQ today announced Genially is now available on BenQ Boards. Genially says it is a leader in interactive visual communication, providing users with an all-in-one online tool to create presentations, interactive images, infographics, gamification, quizzes, breakouts, portfolios and more. Genially says it also enriches users with interactivity and animation effects in seconds. The companies claim […]
Crestron Announces Videobar 70 Certification and Zoom Phone Appliance
Today, Crestron Electronics announced certification for the Videobar 70 and intelligent video cameras and introduced a new Zoom Phone Appliance and Scheduling Panel with Zoom Rooms software. Crestron’s first all-in-one collaboration bar, the Videobar 70, is built on Android OS and includes four cameras with intelligent video capabilities, enabling speaker tracking, group framing, conversation mode […]
Fuzzbuzz Technologies Integrates Equinox With Scalable Display Technologies
Established in 1991, Equinox invented the premium health and fitness space. Today, the luxury fitness club has continued to define it as the brand expands globally and diversifies into new areas, offerings and categories. With over 100 clubs worldwide, Equinox offers personal training and fitness programs in studios that “inspire performance.” Equinox’s designs touch every […]
September Temperature Check Results: HOW Market
At the height of the pandemic, we saw many houses of worship adopt streaming technology to allow people to worship from home, safe from the spread of disease. But now that we have transitioned into our hybrid world, rAVe [PUBS] wanted to know what houses of worship are doing now. That’s why focused our September […]
HP Launches Poly Studio Bundle
HP has launched a new Poly Studio Bundle specifically designed to leverage the Zoom Rooms’ Intelligent Director feature by applying AI technology to create a more “equitable meeting experience” in large rooms. HP says Zoom Intelligent Director is a multi-camera experience that uses two or three cameras in medium to large rooms to show optimal […]
Advanced Systems Group Acquires Audio Intervisual Design
Advanced Systems Group acquired Audio Intervisual Design (AID) today. “Since launching Advanced Systems Group over 25 years ago, Audio Intervisual Design has been an esteemed competitor and a leading provider of tools for the creative community,” said Dave Van Hoy, ASG founder and president. “ASG stands to deliver even more to our customers in audio, […]
DiGiCo Acquires Fourier Audio
DiGiCo announced the acquisition of UK-based live sound software developer and manufacturer Fourier Audio. DiGiCo says the deal further strengthens its investment in live sound innovation, building on its acquisition of immersive in-ear pioneer KLANG:technologies in 2018. Fourier Audio claims its team of software engineers and sound designers are focused on delivering live audio solutions […]
Saturday Is the New Sunday
By John Hood The Farm When I’m in downtown San Francisco, I have an internal alarm clock that tells me when to get the heck out. It’s a different time on different days. I have to reprogram as soon as it’s no longer working right. I got that sick feeling yesterday at around 2:15 p.m. […]
Best Practices for More Inclusive Meetings
THIS IS A PROMOTED POST By Jeff Muto ViewSonic To thrive in an increasingly complex world, organizations need diverse talent. But diversity is only the beginning. To unlock the power and potential of that diverse talent, they need each employee to feel a sense of value, purpose and belonging. Which means, they also need inclusion. Getting […]
Q-SYS Opens Q-SYS Experience Center in Austin
Q-SYS announced the opening of the Q-SYS Experience Center in Austin, Texas. The company says this facility offers customers an immersive, curated experience through the Q-SYS Platform and its ever-expanding Ecosystem of partners. Visitors can also take advantage of live, in-person Q-SYS training led by knowledgeable Q-SYS training staff. The company claims the Q-SYS Experience […]
AVI-SPL Appoints Paul Kelly to General Manager for Ireland
AVI-SPL today announced the appointment of Paul Kelly as its new general manager for Ireland. Most recently with global technology company Ingram Micro, Kelly is passionate about helping organizations realize the promise of digital transformation through innovative technology solutions and services. He also brings a proven track record of driving company growth and building exceptional […]
ViewSonic Announces ViewBoard IFP52-2 Series
ViewSonic has completed its comprehensive lineup of education solutions certified under Android Enterprise Devices Licensing Agreement (EDLA) with today’s announcement of its ViewBoard IFP52-2 Series. The company says its complete offering of EDLA solutions accommodates the needs of schools and classrooms worldwide. Specifically, the new ViewBoard IFP52-2 Series provides an “ideal all-in-one solution,” offering 65”, […]
Key Digital Releases Firmware Update for KD-Pro4x1X-2 HDMI Switcher
Key Digital has released a firmware update for its KD-Pro4x1X-2 HDMI switcher, adding IP to RS-232 command forwarding to its capabilities. Introduced last month, Key Digital says the firmware update enables the second-generation 4×1 UHD/4K/18G HDMI switcher to function as part of a presentation system similar to Key Digital Unified Communication and Control products. By […]
Legrand and Microsoft Collaborate to Design Signature Microsoft Teams Rooms
Legrand announced new Microsoft hybrid conferencing spaces designed for Signature Microsoft Teams Rooms featuring products from Legrand, North and Central America. Legrand claims Microsoft has become integral to the way we collaborate and learn. The company says creating a “premium in-room experience” with the complete conferencing platform is what the Signature Teams Rooms are all […]
AVer Introduces CAM520 Pro3 Conferencing Camera and VB350 Video Bar
AVer Information announced the CAM520 Pro3, a professional-grade, 1080p conferencing camera and the VB350, a dual-lens enterprise-grade video bar. Designed for medium to large conference rooms, AVer says the CAM520 Pro3 and VB350 feature a pan, tilt and zoom (PTZ) design to elevate video conferencing experiences. Both devices have received Zoom certification. According to Aver, […]
Extron Announces XPA Ultra FX Series Power Amplifiers Are Now Shipping
Extron announced that the XPA Ultra FX Series eight and four-channel multi-zone audio power amplifiers are now shipping. Extron says the amplifiers’ flexibility allows a single unit to be set up in a variety of configurations to support large systems with multiple speaker types. These amplifiers can simultaneously drive 8 ohm, 4 ohm, 70 volt […]
SDVoE Alliance Recognizes Aurora Multimedia and Lightware Visual Engineering at Member’s Choice Awards
The SDVoE Alliance recognized members with “innovative technologies and outstanding project installations” through the Members’ Choice Awards at the 2023 Members’ Meeting. This year, the SDVoE Alliance recognized Aurora Multimedia with the Product Innovation Award and Lightware Visual Engineering with the Project Excellence Award. Aurora Multimedia’s IPX-UC1 ULTRA, the industry’s first 4K transceiver capable of […]
Just Video Walls Ends Spec Memorization with New MicroLED Project Design Tool
Just Video Walls Ends Spec Memorization with New MicroLED Project Design Tool Integrator-founded MicroLED supplier introduces new patent-pending design tool that takes dealers from project to quote in less than 5 minutes. Fort Lauderdale, Florida, September 27, 2023— Hot on the heels of their introduction at the CEDIA Expo in Denver, Colorado, Just Video […]
Bang & Olufsen and LG Electronics Partner to Bundle LG MAGNIT MicroLED Display and Beolab 90 Home Cinema Speakers
Bang & Olufsen and LG Electronics have announced the availability of a new ultra-premium bundle that combines the 136-inch LG MAGNIT MicroLED display and Bang & Olufsen Beolab 90 home cinema speakers. This home cinematic experience is being launched in the United States this month at Bang & Olufsen’s Costa Mesa, California showroom. The bundle […]
AVer and Starin Expand Distribution Agreement to Include Classroom Solutions
Fremont, Calif. September 27, 2023 — AVer Information Inc., a leading provider of visual collaboration solutions, and Starin, a leading distributor of audiovisual and IT products, have announced an expansion of their distribution agreement. The agreement now includes AVer’s charging solutions and classroom cameras, in addition to the cameras from AVer’s ProAV and Video Conferencing business units that Starin is currently distributing. “We are […]
Enrique Tomás chooses nsign.tv for its new vending machines at Barcelona Airport
nsign.tv is pleased to announce that Enrique Tomás, the world’s largest ham chain, has implemented its digital signage platform in its new model of Enrique Tomás GO!urmet vending machines that has just been launched at Barcelona Airport. The first phase includes a total of 30 stores, distributed at strategic points throughout the Barcelona airport, which automatically […]
Meyer Sound to Hit New Lows at CFX 2023 in Dallas
As part of the company’s renewed focus on the worship market, Meyer Sound will return to Dallas for the Church Facilities Expo (CFX) at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center from October 9–11. Meyer Sound will be hosting visitors on the main convention floor in booth 133 as well as in demo room A202. In […]
LG Electronics, Bang & Olufsen Launch Exquisite Micro LED Home Cinema System
COSTA MESA, Calif., Sept. 28, 2023 – Following a preview of their technology collaboration earlier this year, Bang & Olufsen and LG Electronics have announced the availability of a new ultra-premium bundle that combines the groundbreaking 136-inch LG MAGNIT Micro LED display and Bang & Olufsen Beolab 90 home cinema speakers. This combination of industry-leading technologies […]
Work Nicer Coworking Perfects Flexible BYOD Presentations and Meetings with Airtame
Members of tech-forward Canadian coworking community use Airtame to quickly screen share any content to digital displays from any device, including virtual meeting apps and presentations. New York, NY, September 26, 2023 – For Alberta, Canada-based coworking company Work Nicer and its more than 1,400 members, there may be nothing more important than maintaining simple, reliable […]
Legrand Releases Demo Case to Showcase Shading Systems Designer Series Decorative Brackets and Endcaps
Legrand’s Building Control Systems (BCS) division released a new demo case that allows dealers to showcase the Shading Systems Designer Series Decorative Brackets and matching hembar endcaps to their customers. The company says the outside of the powder-coated aluminum case is compact for easy portability, while the inside features two removable trays that envelop the […]
ISC East Announces First Keynote Speaker for 2023 Conference
ISC East, a Northeasternsecurity and public safety event built by RX Global, hosted in collaboration with sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA) and in partnership with ASIS NYC Chapter, announced that Greg Ehrie, chief security officer for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, will kick off the Keynote Series on Wednesday, Nov. […]