Scalable Display Technologies debuted Scalable Version 11.0, bringing new advancements to mission-critical simulation and training environments. The latest software release offers “accuracy in multi-projector displays, reduced maintenance costs and reduced maintenance costs, providing an extended return on investment.” Scalable provides advanced display calibration software tailored for modeling, simulation and training applications, ensuring precise accuracy and […]

Hawaii Pacific University (HPU) has enhanced its Esports Arena at the Aloha Tower Marketplace with a cutting-edge Extron XTP system, transforming the facility’s AV capabilities. An Extron XTP II CrossPoint matrix switching system powers real-time transmission of high-action gaming content, player statistics, and other dynamic media to multiple professional-grade display devices throughout the arena. The […]

In a cutting-edge collaboration, Optic8 and Trilogy Studios have opened a state-of-the-art virtual production facility in Dallas, Texas, powered by Brompton Technology’s industry-leading Tessera SX40 LED processors and Absen’s high-performance LED screens. This facility comprises three advanced production stages: a main cinematic volume designed for film and TV, a specialized car process stage, and a […]

Panasonic Connect announced the VMZ7ST Series of short-throw LCD projectors. Based on Panasonic’s VMZ82 Series of compact projectors, the PT-VMZ7ST (7,000 lumens) and PT-VMZ6ST (6,200 lumens) feature a short-throw lens ratio of just 0.797-1.01:1, and a 1.2x optical zoom and wide-range V/H lens shift, enabling it to project a 100-inch image from approximately 1.72 meters […]

In the latest episode of Rants and rAVes, I sit down with Jatan Shah, president of QSC, for an unscripted and candid chat about Acuity Brands’ acquisition of QSC. Jatan sees this as a big opportunity for AV integrators to lean into a data-driven future — think smart buildings, intelligent spaces and selling services in […]

Chyron announced updates to Virtual Placement with new tools and enhancements tailored to American football broadcasts. Virtual Placement 7.7 is designed to elevate the game-day viewing experience with dynamic and automated graphics. From field goal targeting to updated red zone features, this release provides broadcasters and venue operators with tools to enrich storytelling and deliver […]

  In Episode 193 of rAVe [TV], Tim Albright and I are back for a technical end-user-focused episode. We dive into the mission of AV Buyers.Club and its collaboration with AVNation, exploring how this partnership aims to grow the AV industry. We also discuss Focal Point Acoustic Systems’ TruTile wall tiles and Nivo and Ori […]

After nearly two decades of collaboration and shared success in the Visual Solutions space, Sandi Stambaugh transitions into a new role within TD SYNNEX. Beginning in December, she will serve as senior vice president of sales operations and customer experience. In this new role within our US Sales organization, Stambaugh will lead the company’s efforts […]

tvONE announced the appointment of Jon Hubery as EU Sales Leader. With over two decades of experience in the ProAV industry, Jon brings a wealth of knowledge to the areas of audio-visual integration, distribution and manufacturing. Jon has been with tvONE in various capacities over the years, most recently serving as regional sales manager for […]

Inter&Co Stadium, nestled in the heart of Downtown Orlando, is home to the Orlando City Soccer Club (MLS) and the Orlando Pride (NWSL). Privately funded at $155 million, this soccer-specific venue offers an immersive fan experience and showcases top-level soccer in Central Florida. Designed with a 360-degree lower bowl and a four-sided canopy roof, the […]

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 […]

My latest episode of Rants & rAVes features Exertis Almo’s engineering operations manager, Louis Hoxter, who detailed how his team will launch at least 15 preconfigured, pre-engineered AV room designs for integrators in 2025. They’ll even include room renderings. Watch to get the scoop!  Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: RSS

Way back in the Stone Age, when I spent my time in the retail trenches, a regular feature of the work week was visits from the brand reps. And it wasn’t just consumer electronics. I got my start in sporting goods: bike shops in the summer, and ski shops in the winter. The area managers […]

Xyte, developer of the first all-in-one cloud platform for device manufacturers and system integrators, announces that Randy Klein, former President and CEO of Crestron Electronics, has been appointed the company’s president of the board of directors. Klein served as president and CEO of Crestron Electronics for a significant portion of his 31-year tenure at the […]

Having completed a stunning navigational trail for the Eden Project using smaller Martin Audio components, Cornwall-based TruCru has quickly ramped up its line array inventory, in preparation for a busy event season ahead. The rental company has invested in the manufacturer’s Wavefront Precision (WPS) and SXCF118 cardioid subwoofers, giving them a powerful, and recognizable front-line […]

SOUTH BEND, Indiana, October 10, 2024 — Just off the coast of the North Sea lies the Norwegian island municipality of Askøy. Bounded on all sides by coastal fjords, the municipality of 30,000 people is home to several boat-building companies, football clubs, and a bustling seafood industry. Although ample ferry services transported people between Askøy and […]

SAN FRANCISCO, October 23, 2024 – Enterprise Connect, the leading conference and exhibition for enterprise communications and customer experience (CX), today unveils the 2025 conference program. The theme “Charting Your Course” underscores Enterprise Connect’s commitment to empowering IT decision-makers with the strategies, tools and information to lead technology migration and digital transformation in an AI-powered future. […]

NEW YORK CITY – October 2024 – Once again, Norma Desmond is “ready for her close-up, Mr. DeMille,” only this time it’s taking place on Broadway in New York City. The revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic musical directed by two-time Tony Award nominee and multiple Olivier Award winner Jamie Lloyd, SUNSET BLVD. very recently debuted at the […]

Copenhagen, DK (October 21, 2024) — Thomas Gulyás is among the most sought-after documentary sound mixers in Denmark and neighbouring Scandinavian countries. Attending concerts as a child, he was often more curious about the front-of-house mixing console than the musicians onstage. Just out of his teens, he landed his first professional job as an audio engineer […]

NATICK, MA, October 22, 2024 — With a growing number of use cases utilising its pioneering technology, the Dolby facility in Nuremberg, Germany, was no longer providing the environment or technical capabilities to handle applications such as automotive testing. With the need for a new site identified, the company took the opportunity to augment its […]

Extron is already shipping its new ShareLink Pro 2500 4K Dual Screen Wireless Presentation System; to wirelessly share content from computers, tablets or smartphones on up to two displays. Designed for collaborative spaces, the ShareLink Pro 2500 supports simultaneous content display from up to four devices, including an HDMI-connected source such as a signage player. […]

Sony Electronics is setting a new standard for immersive 3D experiences with its glasses-free ELF-SR2 (27-inch) and ELF-SR1 (15.6-inch) Spatial Reality Displays and the NVIDIA Omniverse development platform. The combination of Sony’s unmatched 3D display technology and Omniverse’s real-time 3D design and simulation capabilities is poised to revolutionize industries from gaming and entertainment to architecture, […]

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 […]

Kennesaw State University’s Dance Theater sought to enhance its theatrical atmosphere and create depth and dimension on stage. By integrating cutting-edge laser projection technology, the theater has created an engaging and visually dynamic performance space. The state-of-the-art venue, located on the Marietta campus, is home to Georgia’s largest undergraduate dance program. The theater features the […]

In Episode 192 of rAVe [TV], I reflect on Thanksgiving, my “Wicked” experience that changed my life and all the exciting news from Microsoft Ignite 2024. Gary and I break down Satya Nadella’s keynote, my chat with Jabra’s Josh Blalock about Microsoft Copilot integration, and Shure’s new bundle featuring the MXA902 and ANIUSB-MATRIX. We also […]

Panasonic Connect Europe unveiled its first LED display aimed at classrooms, university lecture theaters and corporate environments. The 110-inch TL-110AD12AW LED is IP-based, 700 cd/m2 or brightness and a pixel pitch of 1.27mm. In a first for an LED display, Panasonic’s 110-inch model features multiple Intel SDM slots, allowing for “seamless AVoIP integration with various […]

AVer Information Inc. USA announced that its MD330UI Medical Grade PTZ Camera is the first medical camera to pass Zoom Pro AV Camera Certification. This milestone “highlights the collaboration between AVer and Zoom in advancing telemedicine and virtual healthcare technology.” Zoom has continued to expand its role in the healthcare sector, offering secure, communication platforms […]

PPDS announced its Philips Tableaux ‘zero power’ ePaper Series, has been selected to ‘revolutionize’ in-house communications at the historic Nenuphar restaurant and hotel, by delivering a low cost*, highly sustainable, digital alternative to paper. With a history dating back to 1795 and located on the scenic banks of the river Leie in Afsnee – a […]

NSCA released its 2024 Compensation & Benefits Report, which is based on data gathered from 100 systems integrators across North America. Now in its eighth iteration, the report tracks and benchmarks compensation and benefits data for a variety of key positions within the industry, including technical, non-technical and C-suite roles. Commercial integration firms of all […]

Extron announced that the AXI 22 AT D Plus is shipping. This single-gang decorator-style Dante audio interface is designed to integrate 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, and remote control via the network for each input. […]

The Biamp CCA-80 is a constant coverage aisle loudspeaker that is an asymmetric, full-range, three-way, triaxial loudspeaker engineered for long, high-ceilinged narrow spaces such as aisles and corridors. The asymmetric waveguide design offers uniform coverage from directly below the loudspeaker to the end of its throw distance. Designed for paging and background music, a CCA-80 […]

BY: Henry Jordan The purpose of my experiment was to determine how the number of windings in a voice coil affects the volume of a speaker. My hypothesis stated if there are more windings in a voice coil, then a speaker will output greater volume because there will be more electrical flow (current). The procedure […]