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 […]

Blue Billboard used Xibo Digital Signage and Sony BRAVIA professional displays to deliver advertising signage across its wide network of displays in Surrey. By working with Xibo and Sony, Blue Billboard has become the first global customer to implement the new Sony Cloud API and Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) with Xibo’s software solution, making it quick and easy to deploy, scale and […]

The Toledo Museum of Art (TMA) is redefining the visitor experience by embracing cutting-edge digital innovation. Through a strategic partnership with Blue Square X, the museum has integrated Vision X 163″ 4K LED displays into its exhibitions, creating immersive experiences that engage diverse audiences and position digital art alongside traditional collections. As TMA reimagines the presentation of both contemporary and […]

LEA Professional announced the appointment of Jeff Gorton as Sales Director in EMEA. Jeff will support the sales of LEA’s renowned technology catalog, featuring industry-first advancements in intelligent IT solutions, best in class DSP and smart power management. Gorton has nearly 20 years of experience in ProAV sales. Throughout his career, he has improved sales […]

In Episode 189 of rAVe [TV], join Tim Albright and me for a special end-user-focused episode that spotlights the partnership between AV Buyers.Club and AVNation. Discover how this collaboration aims to expand industry engagement and support technical end users. We’ll discuss the unique features of Middle Atlantic’s Forum Lectern with guest Pat Kittredge from Legrand […]

Registration has already opened for the ISE 2025 — Integrated Systems Europe. But, in all honesty, I think this show should be called Integrated Systems World. Why? And, why sign up now? Today’s Rants & rAVes podcast guest, ISE’s managing director, Mike Blackman, talks about all of that, plus this year’s keynote, changes to the […]

Uniguest has appointed Shawn O’Connell, to the role of executive vice president of sales americas. Having previously been head of hospitality sales at Samsung for twelve years and a senior member of the PSAV team for more than eight years, Shawn comes with pedigree in several of Uniguest’s core markets and will bring “vast experience […]

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 […]

Xyte announced license provisioning, a new feature allowing manufacturers to supply licenses directly through the platform. The enhancement, already in use by first customers, simplifies the process of bundling equipment and licenses by providing a more streamlined, efficient purchasing experience for integrators, dealers, end-users and manufacturers alike. License provisioning through the Xyte platform is particularly […]

AVer Information announced the UE1, a USB 3.0 extension solution that “overcomes traditional distance limitations for AVer’s extensive lineup of PTZ cameras.” Designed to provide users with greater flexibility in camera placement while maintaining exceptional video quality, the UE1 offers an ideal solution for professional environments that rely on high-resolution video, including educational institutions, corporate […]

Nanolumens announced a redesign of its warranty offerings, effective immediately. Nanolumens’ updated program introduces new benefits to the standard Nixel to Pixel Warranty and two additional service-level agreements, NixelCore and NixelPro, designed to provide clients with assurance, expedited support and flexible coverage options. As part of this overhaul, Nanolumens has extended the warranty period from […]

CEDIA announced that Henry Clifford (USA) and Manojkumar Soni (India) will join the Global CEDIA Board of Directors for the 2025-27 term. The slate was approved by 95% of those voting, with a 56% increase in participation, the largest for a CEDIA Board election. “Henry and Manojkumar bring unparalleled strengths in both business and technical […]

PARAMUS, NJ — Oct. 30, 2024 — Sony Electronics has released the software development kit (SDK) version 2.4.0 for its Spatial Reality Displays (SRD), delivering powerful new tools and features designed to elevate the 3D-content creation and display experience. With the addition of multi-display support, viewer log functionality, and extended development platform compatibility, this update […]

Green Coast is a luxury tourist retreat located in the Albanian resort of Palasë. Known as the Albanian Riviera, and overlooking the Ionian Sea, it is also a popular recreational hub, with a number of bars and restaurants. One of these is the latest LAST, run by experienced restaurateurs, Revo Hospitality Group (RHG) which specializes […]

  A.C. Lighting, distributor of world-class lighting and rigging technologies, is pleased to announce Eric Druker’s promotion to Brand Manager for Avenger and Manfrotto. During his six years with A.C. Lighting, Druker has effectively expanded the company’s presence in the Film and TV market, increasing the market for the company, its exclusive suppliers, and its […]

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 […]

Cottonwood Creek Church, based in Allen, Texas, has recently concluded its “Make Room” campaign which most notably increased the size of its main worship center by 800 seats to near 3000. As a result of the expansion, the existing sound system was inadequate to cover the expanded space. Dallas-based DHSystems, a systems integrator specializing in […]

Bose Professional announced the availability of EdgeMax EM90-LP and EM180-LP, expanding the EdgeMax line of in-ceiling directional loudspeakers. The LP models bring powerful EdgeMax sound and asymmetrical coverage to smaller rooms and more challenging spaces and work together with the original EdgeMax loudspeakers to deliver consistent high-quality performance across projects where specifications and installation conditions […]

Origin Acoustics announced an expansion of its strategic partnership with Phoenix Marketing Group (PMG), making Phoenix Marketing the first national rep firm of its kind in the industry. Phoenix Marketing has been a partner of Origin Acoustics since 2016, initially representing the brand in the Southeast, later expanding into the Middle Atlantic, and now across […]

Suffice it to say, digital signage has evolved into a mainstream communication medium. Retail is still the largest segment, but other applications are on the ascendancy. The wow factor and experience generated on a large screen (or video wall) by a well-designed signage content spot speaks for itself. But the fastest growing segments of digital […]

Extron powered the Supersonic Cup Summer Major 2024, an esports tournament hosted by SPACEJUMP in Perth, Australia. The event brought together top gamers and esports enthusiasts for a dynamic competition that demanded flawless audiovisual performance. Extron’s cutting-edge AV solutions, including the MGP 641 xi multi-window processor, SMP 351 streaming media processor, and TLP Pro 1025T […]

As I often say about my personal life “There’s never a dull moment around here.” Maybe that’s a big of an overshare for rAVe readers. Regardless, it’s true not only of my personal life but my professional one as well. I recently wrote about seeing the signs in advance of one of my biggest dealer […]

Alfatron Electronics introduced the SCK51TS-D 5 x 1 Presentation Switcher with support for 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, 8-bit color and HDCP 2.2 compliance. The SCK51TS-D provides five video inputs — two USB-C and three HDMI and each USB-C input supports LT DP mode up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8-bit deep colorant the switcher includes Ethernet over USB-C functionality […]

AlarMax announced the launch of its e-commerce platform. Offering 24/7 access to its portfolio of products from over 400 vendors, the AlarMax e-commerce platform allows systems integrators a way to order any time. The features include: 24/7 Access: Customers can log in anytime to browse and compare products, place orders for pickup or delivery, view […]

Haleon is using Vistar Media as its preferred partner for programmatic OOH across all key markets. Through this partnership, Vistar will collaborate with Publicis, Haleon’s media agency, to power OOH campaigns worldwide —leveraging Vistar’s advanced technology to maximize impact and media efficiency. Karan Singh, Vistar Media’s U.K. general manager, highlighted: “We’re incredibly honored to be […]

Disguise has powered a new video projection show and multimedia theater experience for one of New York’s most iconic tourist attractions: The Rockefeller Center. The projection, which was set up by Disguise partner Electrosonic, features a six-minute video show mapped onto a highly detailed, 10-foot-tall 3D representation of the Center and the surrounding New York […]

Modulo Pi announced the launch of Modulo Kinetic V6, the latest version of its real-time media server platform. The new version brings enhancements to the 3D workflow and the interface user-friendliness and usability are “significantly improved” to offer a smoother experience. Modulo Kinetic’s embedded 3D engine has been upgraded, delivering substantial performance boosts for real-time […]

Extron is shipping its DA4 HD 8K L and the DA6 HD 8K L, four- and six-output distribution amplifiers for HDMI 2.1. They support resolutions up to 8K/60, including 5K applications such as Microsoft Teams 21:9 in Front Row installations. Each distribution amplifier supports data rates up to 40.1 Gbps, HDR, Deep Color up to […]

Savant Systems introduced Savant Power Storage 50, an all-in-one inverter and LFP battery solution that is simple to install. Power Storage 50 integrates with Savant’s intelligent software and load management technology to provide a smart energy monitoring, management and backup solution. Each inverter and battery houses 50kWh of storage, delivering up to 25kW of continuous […]

LEA Professional announced its Control4 certification. Residential dealers and integrators can designate LEA amplifiers as part of a Control4 distributed audio system. The new drivers in the Control4 system can automatically detect all LEA amps. The integrator can then drag and drop the discovered amps into the system design, assign each output to specific rooms […]

CEDIA Expo along with its co-location with Commercial Integrator Expo offered a glimpse into the future of custom smart home and commercial systems installation technologies. This year’s event with its dynamic exhibits and comprehensive educational program highlighted several groundbreaking products from emerging and established industry leaders that will shape the future of home automation, energy management and […]

The November 2024 Temperature Check survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for next month’s survey! Audio is of utmost importance in nearly all aspects of the AV industry. We talk a lot about how you can have a meeting with no video, but if you attempt to have one with no audio, you’re […]