Bosch Expands DICENTIS IP-Based Conference Line

Bosch announced the expansion of its IP based conference system portfolio with four new, wired devices under the DICENTIS name. As part of this expansion, Bosch will integrate its DCN multimedia system into the DICENTIS Conference System family. The DICENTIS Conference System is part of Bosch’s open media networking architecture, OMNEO. With OMNEO, the DICENTIS Conference System makes […]

Bosch Expands DICENTIS IP-Based Conference Line

Christie Phoenix Firmware Update Provides Integration with Milestone XProtect Video Management Software

  Christie announced a firmware update for Christie Phoenix content management systems, which is available today. Version 1.5 directly integrates with Milestone’s XProtect, an open platform IP video management software (VMS). Christie Phoenix obtains H.264 camera data directly from the XProtect recording server, and automated video wall control is initiated from the XProtect event server. Christie Phoenix is easy to integrate with XProtect, creating a […]

Christie Phoenix Firmware Update Provides Integration with Milestone XProtect Video Management Software

Why Should You Attend InfoComm 2017?

While at ISE, I caught up with InfoComm Sr. Vice President of Expositions Jason McGraw, and he filled me in on a bunch of new things going on at this year’s annual show in Orlando in June. This year’s event has more education than any show, ever, in the ProAV world. But, one special Tuesday […]

Why Should You Attend InfoComm 2017?

Planar Leyard Went to ISE with a 0.7 Millimeter LED

Planar Leyard surprised everyone at ISE with a 0.7 millimeter LED wall at ISE — it was in there booth as well as in the LANG stand. This is a big deal as the previously smaller working LED was 0.9 millimeter. And, 0.7 millimeter represents nearly the same resolution as direct-view LCD. In addition, Leyard […]

Planar Leyard Went to ISE with a 0.7 Millimeter LED

NEC’s Simon Jackson Helps Launch the InfinityBoard at ISE

NEC Display Europe went to ISE with a new collaboration board where they partnered with Huddly (for the camera), Sennheiser (for the audio) and FlatFrog (for the touch) and built a Windows 10 interactive board with wireless collaboration integrated all-in-one. It was one of three big attractions in their stand at ISE this year and […]

NEC’s Simon Jackson Helps Launch the InfinityBoard at ISE

The SDVoE Alliance Explained

There’s a lot of confusion about AV-over-IP in the AV market right now — with the only “standard” being Dante — and that’s basically all-audio. But, the SDVoE Alliance  started by AptoVision, is trying to explain why they think the AptoVision way of doing AV-over-IP is best. I had a chance to speak to SDVoE’s […]

The SDVoE Alliance Explained

Barco Explains Why the WeConnect Is Aimed at Universities

Last year, WeConnect was in a private suite hidden from the show floor during ISE in Amsterdam. This year, it was surrounded by people interested in understanding how the wireless collaboration system, aimed at colleges and universities, works. If you haven’t heard of WeConnect, you should watch this interview I had at the Barco stand […]

Barco Explains Why the WeConnect Is Aimed at Universities

My ISE Interview with Mike Blackman on the Last Day of the Show

I caught up with Mike Blackman, ISE’s Managing Director, during the final hours of the show to find out his observations of the show — a show that ended up breaking the world’s largest AV trade show attendance record by more than 8,000. Over 73,500 people came to ISE in Amsterdam and Friday was still […]

My ISE Interview with Mike Blackman on the Last Day of the Show

Aurora Debuts IPBaseT IPX-TC2 Transceiver

Aurora Multimedia just introduced a 4K60Hz 4:4:4 (8-bit color) AV over IP signal transceiver, utilizing their IPBaseT technology. Aurora says the IPX-TC2 Series is the world’s first 10Gbps IPBaseT transceiver capable of 4K60Hz 4:4:4 with extremely low 1.3:1 real time compression and zero frame latency. That includes scaling, windowing and videowall modes up to 16×16, […]

Aurora Debuts IPBaseT IPX-TC2 Transceiver

Primacoustic Announces a New Panel Shape to its Broadway Line

The Primacoustic Honeycombs are a range of acoustic absorbers that are designed to give users more aesthetic options in their rooms. gfRather than being limited to the typical square and rectangular panels found in most studios, the hexagonal shape and beveled edges allow the panels to be installed in unique patterns and clusters. Now primary […]

Primacoustic Announces a New Panel Shape to its Broadway Line

DVIGear Introduces Next Generation of DisplayNet at ISE

DVIGear showed its next generation DisplayNet — their AptoVision-based 10GbE Ethernet AV-over-IP product line. The DisplayNet DN-200 Series supports sending up to 4K /60p (4:4:4) with 8-bit color, or 4K /60p (4:2:0) with 10-bit color (HDR) via a 10 Gbps network. Also, the DN-200 Series includes an HDMI 2.0 input that fully supports HDCP 2.2, […]

DVIGear Introduces Next Generation of DisplayNet at ISE

Recap on ISE 2017 activities at Arthur Holm Booth 11-F135

This year’s ISE is going to be the best one yet for Arthur Holm! We’re really looking forward to presenting our newest product and solution innovations including the DB2, DynamicShare, UnderCover and the ISD controller board. And of course we’d also like to invite you to some fabulous, unique events! Wednesday 8th 16:30-18:00: Guided product […]

Recap on ISE 2017 activities at Arthur Holm Booth 11-F135

Arthur Holm Inspiring and flexible communication technology

Dynamic3 is a unique monitor, not only in terms of aesthetics but also in terms of functionality; the screen rises and leans, has an additional 180° rotation movement, and retracts neatly inside the work surface in two different positions with the monitor oriented up or down. The optional touchscreen can be used in a completely […]

Arthur Holm Inspiring and flexible communication technology

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 103: Kris Gamble With Liveinstall

Victoria wrapped up ISE with LiveInstall Founder, Kris Gamble – he designs AV smart homes in the UK. He talks technology as well as one of the AV industry’s most popular hashtags – do you use it? What is it? Listen and you’ll know! Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 103: Kris Gamble With Liveinstall

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 102: Gabi Wolper with Fortress Seating

If you’re looking for a seating company in your home theaters, Gabi Wolper hopes it will be Fortress Seating. Listen and hear why! Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 102: Gabi Wolper with Fortress Seating

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 101: Ken Hecht of SoundTube

Ken Hecht, MSE Audio VP of R&D, joined Victoria at ISE to talk about their Dante networking integration and the future direction of audio. Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 101: Ken Hecht of SoundTube

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 100: Robert Bishop of Miravue Explains AV over IP

Victoria caught up with Robert Bishop of Miravue at ISE and he’s a great guest – opinionated, technical and understands the future of AV (over IP). Although this is a longish podcast, it was recorded LIVE on the ISE show floor and you totally get a sense of how incredibly talented and smart Robert is. […]

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 100: Robert Bishop of Miravue Explains AV over IP

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 99: Domotz Explains the More Technology Becomes Invisible in the Home, the Harder It Is To Understand When Things Go Wrong and Where in IT

Join Domenico Crapanzano and Victoria Barela as they discuss overcoming the struggles of troubleshooting technology that starts to become invisible in the install. With Domotz free Fing app, it will allow you to scan the network to pinpoint where the trouble stands beyond the wires. This year Domotz announces partnership with D-Tools and uses ISE […]

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 99: Domotz Explains the More Technology Becomes Invisible in the Home, the Harder It Is To Understand When Things Go Wrong and Where in IT

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 98: RedX Discusses Low Key Introduction of SSA Amplifier Technology at ISE

Ian Scott and Victoria Barela talk about RedX launching the SSA Amplifier to retrieve market feedback at ISE 2017. The big product launch will be at InfoComm 2017. The SSA Amplifier restores the original quality of the tube amplifier but maintains the energy efficiency of a class D amplifier. If you were not able to […]

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 98: RedX Discusses Low Key Introduction of SSA Amplifier Technology at ISE

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 97: Torus Power Discusses Excitement About Meeting Their International Distributors at ISE 2017

Tune in as Kevin Main and Victoria Barela talk about new products shown at ISE, such as isolation transformers as well as voltage regulation technology. Torus Power holds meetings in booth to welcome international distributors and discuss the high interest shown in custom integration projects in Europe. To learn more about Torus Power products, visit […]

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 97: Torus Power Discusses Excitement About Meeting Their International Distributors at ISE 2017

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 96: QSC Systems Announces First to “Crack the Code” of Running Audio, Video, Control in Real-Time Processing with Off-the-Shelf Dell Server

Join TJ Adams and Victoria Barela as they talk about new announcements made for QSC in 2017. At the booth, presentations and courses are offered. TJ gives a tip to the newbies entering the AV industry, encourages friendships with IT and AV members, and applauds young women entering technology and engineering world. For more details […]

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 96:  QSC Systems Announces First to “Crack the Code” of Running Audio, Video, Control in Real-Time Processing with Off-the-Shelf Dell Server

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 95: Vijita U.G. with Stewart Filmscreen Celebrates 70 Years of Company at ISE 2017

Vijita U.G. and Victoria Barela discuss the ISE 2017 experience of the show floor. During her stay, Vijita enjoys not getting run over by Amsterdam bikers, being a part of the I-Don’t-Feel-My-Feet-ISE club, and being a “sophomore” at the trade show. With celebratory plans at InfoComm for Stewart Filmscreen, the booth is filled with attendees […]

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 95: Vijita U.G. with Stewart Filmscreen Celebrates 70 Years of Company at ISE 2017

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 94: OneAV Tells Us the Experience from the Exhibitor Point Of View

Join as Daniel Adams and Victoria Barela discuss ISE’s various trends this year, one being AV over IP products booming. OneAV offers training on products and comes together with partners to create the best AV solution fit for the customer. This year, Daniel was able to explore the show floor and tell us about being […]

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 94: OneAV Tells Us the Experience from the Exhibitor Point Of View

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 93: Qbic Technology Proudly Discusses Company’s iF Design Award for TD-1050

Tune in as Deric Wang and Victoria Barela talk about company’s successful first year at ISE 2017. Qbic Technology designs for room scheduling applications and work closely to provide API’s to partners in order to integrate their software with Qbic Technology’s hardware. Working closely with software developers, a complete AV solution can be formed. Visit […]

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 93: Qbic Technology Proudly Discusses Company’s iF Design Award for TD-1050

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 92: Bosch Security Systems Discusses Involvement with ISE 2017 Over the Years

Ruud Michiels and Victoria Barela talk about the company’s solutions offered at the show such as security and communications systems. Products are offered for the conference systems, public address, and professional sound. Bosch Security Systems has been involved with the ISE show from the beginning and continues to offer training courses not only for their […]

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 92: Bosch Security Systems Discusses Involvement with ISE 2017 Over the Years

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 91: Huddly Inc. Launches Huddly GO at ISE 2017

Tune in as Fraser Park and Victoria Barela discuss how the Norwegian technology company launches Huddly GO at ISE 2017. Huddly provides the intelligent video processing platform for meeting spaces. Fraser talks about the company’s experience at ISE and its partnership with NEC’s InfinityBoards. Visit www.huddly.com for more information. Podcast: Play in new window | […]

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 91: Huddly Inc. Launches Huddly GO at ISE 2017

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 90: Vin Bruno with CEDIA and Gary Kayye Discuss Successful Growth of CEDIA within ISE

Join as the trio Vin Bruno, Gary Kayye, and Victoria Barela talk about Integrated Systems Europe 2017’s motivating management team made up of Vin Bruno with CEDIA, Dave Labuskes with InfoComm, and Michael Blackman of ISE. The pressures of the trade show life is revealed and recent strategic moves are explained revolving around the CEDIA […]

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 90: Vin Bruno with CEDIA and Gary Kayye Discuss Successful Growth of CEDIA within ISE

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 89: K-array Expresses Excitement from Attendees Over Flexible Anakonda Speaker

Tune in as Daniele Mochi and Victoria Barela rAVe about K-array’s new full range compact speaker, the KEF 26. This Italian manufacturer provides a great solution for subwoofer restrictions and KEF 26 is weather proof. K-array not only has crowds swarming over to see the new products, but attracts attendees with older speakers with fun […]

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 89: K-array Expresses Excitement from Attendees Over Flexible Anakonda Speaker

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 88: ZeeVee Describes Educational Opportunities For Delivering AV Over IP

Chris Scurto and Victoria Barela discuss IP products offered by ZeeVee. Primarily for the commercial market, solutions include moving video across platforms seamlessly. ZeeVee strongly believes in education for the AV community, and releases a brand new IP course certified with InfoComm. To check out products and courses with ZeeVee, go to www.zeevee.com. Podcast: Play […]

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 88: ZeeVee Describes Educational Opportunities For Delivering AV Over IP

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 87: Global Cache Explains WiFi and IP Enabled Solutions Perfect for Retro-Fits and New-Builts

Tune in as Robin Ford and Victoria Barela talk about the excitement of their favorite trade show. Global Cache provides the hardware to enable WiFi, TCP, and IP enabled products to work with AV solutions of your choice. Fantastic for retro-fits and new-builts. To check out Global Cache’s services and solutions, go to www.globalcache.com. Podcast: […]

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 87: Global Cache Explains WiFi and IP Enabled Solutions Perfect for Retro-Fits and New-Builts

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 86: BlackTrax Highlights the Real-Time Tracking Technology Used to Integrate Multi-System Attention-Grabbing Show in Booth at ISE 2017

Andrew Gordon and Victoria Barela discuss the great success of ISE 2017 as BlackTrax partners with Panasonic to present an attention-grabbing show. Using BlackTrax technology, the booth was able to integrate Airstage drones, Painting with Light’s video and audio content, Notch’s real-time content and effects, as well as the use of media servers provided by […]

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 86: BlackTrax Highlights the Real-Time Tracking Technology Used to Integrate Multi-System Attention-Grabbing Show in Booth at ISE 2017

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 85: Easy and Professional Software Tool: D-Tools System Integrator

Catch Tim Bigoness and Victoria Barela as they discuss D-Tools‘ experience at ISE 2017. At the booth, the company works with a number of partners that compliment the automated home, such as with furniture, audio, and screen companies, in order to demonstrate how the new D-Tools System Integrator software works with their products. The software […]

The Trade Show Minute — Episode 85: Easy and Professional Software Tool: D-Tools System Integrator