BenQ today introduced two new 4K interactive flat panels (IFPs) specifically designed for the classroom. The new RM Series includes the 65″ RM6501K and 75″ RM7501K IFPs and feature TÜV-certified low-blue-light and flicker-free technologies. There is growing concern that long-term exposure to blue light from displays can be harmful and negatively affect eye health. Like […]

We will be heading to Sydney, Australia, next week to cover the entire Integrate Show — ANZ’s largest AV show. We have already set-up a show microsite here: rAVePubs.com/Integrate2018 and it’s populated with new product news and will, eventually, host the 500+ videos we will shoot on the show floor. Integrate is not a show […]

Last week I attended a small, regional trade show by the name of “CI Expo” in Oakland, Calif. It was one day, lasting less than eight hours, and came with a free lunch, free training and education throughout the day, and my personal favorite part of attending any size/length trade show, lots of meet and […]

At Integrate 2018 in Sydney Aug. 22-24, the SDVoE Alliance will offer a series of training sessions focusing on Ethernet as the transport for AV signals in professional AV environments and the ecosystem around the SDVoE platform which allows software to define AV applications. The sessions will be presented by Victor Vettorello of Christie, Domenic […]

Spectrum just introduced its newest active learning solution, the TechCenter. The TechCenter comes in either a single (27.75” wide) or double (51” wide) unit. There are a number of different display options available for the TechCenter including optional dry erase boards and the ability to hold up to two 70” monitors. This new product features […]

Audinate has announced the immediate availability of its popular Dante Certification Level 3 – Advanced Dante Networking training online. The in-person version of Dante Certification Level 3 has gained much momentum since its launch at InfoComm 2017 and has been conducted across the globe over the last year. In order to accommodate the growing demand and in response to numerous requests, […]

Almo ProAV today announced it is now offering Barco ClickShare Certified Technician training. Taking place on June 19 and June 20 at the new Almo ProAV office in Baltimore, the training is worth three AVIXA CTS Renewal Units (RUs). Participants in the June 19 session can earn a Certified Specialist designation while those in the […]

At InfoComm 2018 the SDVoE Alliance will feature industry experts presenting 20-minute, in-booth education sessions on a variety of topics essential for system integrators, designers, consultants, installers and manufacturers who want to understand the new AV-over-IP paradigm — Software Defined Video over Ethernet. Presentations will start on the hour and half hour throughout all three […]

Yamaha Unified Communications today announced it will demonstrate the latest solutions in the market-leading Yamaha UC portfolio at InfoComm 2018, June 6-8 in the Las Vegas Convention Center, at Yamaha UC’s booth N1227. In addition, they will lead a special InfoComm session on artificial intelligence (AI) and be part of panel discussions within the IMCCA […]

Control4 Corporation is opening of 140 Control4 Certified Showrooms at Control4 Authorized Dealer locations across the U.S., Canada, UK, China, and Australia. Consumers in cities around the world can find a Certified Showroom location here and register to attend a local #C4Yourself Day event. The Control4 Certified Showroom program is designed to direct homeowners, architects, and designers in the market for smart […]

CEDIA has announced that Thomas Darling will join the CEDIA staff as the senior vice president of development and education. This newly created role will lead CEDIA’s professional development department, specifically focusing on strengthening the education programs and increasing the scope and quality of CEDIA’s curricula. Darling brings significant experience in higher education. For the last eight years he served as […]

CEDIA announced today that it has purchased the popular Technology & Business Summit series of regional events for the home technology industry from Clarity AV International / Integrator Network. This was a brilliant move on CEDIA’s part as they needed an “event” of sorts where their members could network outside of the Expo itself — which was sold to Emerald Expositions […]

Crestron today announced that for the first time in 18 years the program has expanded to include the top design engineers in the industry. Proper system design and planning have become crucial in the successful deployment of enterprise AV technology solutions. To address this need, Crestron Technical Institute is now offering a new certification program, Master Technology Architect (MTA). […]

NEC Solutions Showcase returns 16-17 May 2018, with NEC Display Solutions presenting the latest in visual technology in collaboration with its solutions partners. Visitors from the AV and digital signage community will gather in London WC1 to enjoy a compelling visual experience and rich networking scene. NEC offers all the major display technologies — LCD, LED and projection, making the NEC […]

With less than two weeks to go, Almo ProAV, in partnership with AVIXA, the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association, is putting the final touches on its first E4 AV Tour of the year, taking place on March 6 in Washington, D.C. The E4 experience includes all new sessions, including a new keynote and end note, along with the most new products ever […]

AVIXA has announced the agenda for its new Integrated Life program at InfoComm 2018 in Las Vegas. Taking place June 5 at the Westgate Las Vegas, this one-day thought-leadership event will feature interactive panel discussions and presentations focused on the crossover opportunities between the commercial and residential audiovisual markets. The program sessions will cover topics […]

Integrated Systems Europe will take place this year from Feb. 6-9, in Amsterdam. Many of us in the United States view this show as “Europe’s InfoComm.” While the show takes place in Europe, it’s a viable show for people throughout the world. If you sell to education in any way, or work in education, you […]

ClearOne today announced plans to host up to 175 regional and online training events in 2018 as the company continues its roll out of new conferencing, collaboration and streaming solutions, according to ClearOne Head of Training Ron Lynch, CTS. “ClearOne offers the industry’s most comprehensive range of conferencing, collaboration and streaming solutions and the training we offer has […]

At Integrated Systems Europe 2018 (Amsterdam, Feb. 6-9) the SDVoE Alliance will present a comprehensive program of education and training sessions focusing on Ethernet as the transport for AV signals in professional AV environments and the ecosystem around the SDVoE platform which allows software to define AV applications. “Education is a primary mission of the SDVoE Alliance and […]

Systems integrators are encouraged to apply at no cost for NSCA’s 2018 Excellence in Business Awards. Submissions will be accepted through Jan. 17, 2018. Winners will receive recognition throughout the year in various NSCA and industry publications, as well as reduced admission to NSCA’s 20th annual Business & Leadership Conference ($999 as opposed to $1,499).Companies with solid […]

Digital Signage Expo (DSE), the world’s largest international trade show and educational conference dedicated to digital displays, interactive technology and digital communications networks, announced today that it will debut Emerging Tech Talks at DSE 2018. These will be presented as 45-minute sessions in a special on-floor theater dedicated to emerging technologies and will include topics such as: The Role of AI, Machine […]

Integrated Systems Europe 2018 will see the premier of a range of new show initiatives designed to make the fifteenth edition of the world’s largest AV and systems integration show the most compelling so far. Some of the ISE 2018 debuts include: Launching on the day before ISE 2018 opens its doors, the TIDE (Technology. Innovation. Design. Experience.) conference, produced by AVIXA, is […]

The Smart Building Conference is returning to Integrated Systems Europe on the 5 Feb. Whether your interest is Smart Building, Smart Office or Smart Home, the Smart Building Conference at ISE 2018 will guide you through the digital transformation of our industries. This year’s theme is From Smart Building to Smart City, as Conference Chairman Bob Snyder explains, “As […]

CEDIA has announced that it will host a certification roadshow throughout the month of December. The six events, which will include the ESC-T certification review, ESC-T certification exam and an emerging trends talk, are part of CEDIA’s ongoing effort to make certification more accessible. “Earlier this year we announced that CEDIA Certification Exams are now available through the Kryterion testing […]

AVIXA announced that Daan Roosegaarde, an internationally acclaimed creative thinker and founder of Studio Roosegaarde, which develops projects that explore the relationship between people, technology and space, will keynote the TIDE conference at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2018. Set for Feb. 5 at Hotel Okura Amsterdam, the day before the ISE show floor opens, TIDE (Technology. Innovation. Design. Experience.) explores the creative forces […]

The VR Days Europe festival, which took place in Amsterdam on 25-27 October, exceeded all expectations with record attendance and participation from speakers, attendees and exhibitors. The three-day event explored the latest Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality content, technology and production techniques being used in entertainment and enterprise businesses –  including those closely aligned with AV. Integrated Systems Events, producers of the Integrated […]

At Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2018, Feb. 6-9 at the RAI Amsterdam, AVIXA, the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association, will present a comprehensive professional development program, featuring a variety of education sessions, partner conferences and free FlashTrack sessions. ISE is a joint venture between AVIXA and CEDIA, the two leading industry associations for the global audiovisual industry. In 2017, the fast-growing […]

Epson today announced it will host its annual series of Epson Integrator Certification (EIC) Expos beginning Nov. 1. In addition, this year Epson is launching a new end-user initiative called “EPSON Education & Enterprise: AV & Beyond,” designed to provide attendees with the opportunity to experience business products in a casual showcase setting. Now in its eighth year, the EIC training takes […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Leyard Planar has kicked off its 2nd Annual Video Wallapalooza road show – a 12-city tour showcasing the latest Leyard and Planar products, most of which were launched at this year’s InfoComm. If you weren’t able to make it to InfoComm 2017 or to the Leyard Planar booth, this roadshow […]

AV insiders only have until this Friday (October 13th) to save $500 off the AV Executive Conference (AVEC), taking place Nov. 8-10 at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami. AVEC gathers 150 executives and strategists from top pro-AV integration firms, together with authorities on management and business development, for a dynamic conference experience. At AVEC, attendees […]

By Alan Brawn, CTS, DSCE, DSDE, DSNE, DCME, ISF-C Let me begin with a bit of candor. Over the years, I have observed that when those in the AV integration industry speak about typical projects for the education market… they usually sound mundane, and it is easy to assume what the project will entail. For […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Almo Professional A/V, a North American professional audio visual distributor with global reach, is making one final stop on the fall 2017 E4 AV Tour to Irvine, California, on Oct. 3. Watch a video interview where rAVe founder Gary Kayye talks to Almo Pro A/V’s Sam Taylor about Almo services […]