AV Intelligence

Tech Tips

  • In-Ear Monitors

    In-ear monitor (IEM) systems can assist in preventing hearing damage, but they aren't foolproof protection.

     

5-Minute Interview

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    Test Your Knowledge Of Building Power

     

Q&A

  • Q & A: Blackberry and Bluetooth Interference

    We've been experiencing Blackberry and Bluetooth interference with our wired microphones. The interference consistently occurs, regardless of where the devices are located in the room or how close they are to the microphones. Would adding shielding to our mics/cables help?

     

Fascinating Facts

Other Articles

  • Bright Ideas

    Conference tables in corporate boardrooms can quickly become a tangled mess of wires when presenters pile cords that connect laptops to projectors and displays on top of existing cables from audio- or videoconferencing systems.

     
  • Front Projector Sales Set Quarter Record

    The number of front projectors sold through the professional AV channel, including the business, education, government, and house of worship segments, in the U.S. reached 130,761 units in the second quarter of 2006 — a 22.5 percent increase over the second quarter of 2005, and an all-time quarterly...

     

Community Views

Parallax View

  • Here Comes Yet Another Digital Interface

    Yes, Virginia, there's a second digital successor to the digital successor to VGA jacks. The Digital Visual Interface (DVI), which was developed in the late 1990s for “smart” connections between computer display cards and monitors, will be replaced by an even smarter interface — one that can carry...

     

Consultant's Connection

  • AV And The Art Of Furniture Design

    Some AV-related furniture becomes a part of the end-users' experience in using the AV system — and can sometimes make or break their overall experience.

     

Sound Insight

  • Room Modeling: Is It Worth It?

    We've all heard about sound system design disasters where the sonic performance of a system falls short of what's adequate for the application.

     

Viewpoint

  • HD Conversion

    I've finally become an HD convert. I'm not sure what took me so long; I love having HD in my living room. But the pro AV connection only recently became clear for me after standing in the showroom of a video electronics distributor, surrounded by dozens of large flat-panel displays showing HD...

     

Features

  • Consultant's Forum: Digital Audio Networks

    Digital audio networking has recently become more mainstream, with several viable options now available from established suppliers. Although it hasn't yet fully replaced analog signal distribution, many leading audio consultants believe that the benefits of digital audio networking will continue to...

     
  • Crucial AV Software Tools

    It's conceivable that with AV software tools you could design an entire building, install a complex AV system, configure individual spaces for optimal acoustics, and present the client with an equipment list, bid proposal, and even let them hear what the individual spaces will sound like — without...

     
  • Can You Hear Me Now?

    Most loudspeakers are designed to throw sound as far and wide as possible without compromising audio quality. Parametric speakers are one of the exceptions.

     
  • The Keys to Effective Kiosk Design

    From retail environments to airports to hotels, interactive kiosks are practically everywhere you turn in many public venues.

     

Install Solutions

Education Install

  • AV System Improves Sightlines

    With his AV integration firm on state term contract in Ohio, Nicolas Santoro was thrilled last year when he finally got a chance to “earn his stripes” with one of the region's larger education clients, the Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine (NEOUCOM).

     

Rental and Staging

  • Theater Adds Dramatic Sound

    To compete for audience attention these days, live theaters have realized the importance of investing in AV technology to keep up with other entertainment venues.

     

Entertainment Install

  • Dual-Purpose AV Addresses Intelligibility

    The renowned Aspen Music Festival and School, a classical music festival and academy, is a mecca for pros and prodigies alike as the classical world turns its ears toward Aspen, CO, each summer.

     

Tools & Tech

Peer Review

What's Next

  • I Want My IPTV

    Each day, the YouTube website serves up more than 70 million videos, most of them homemade. Much of the appeal is having access to a wide variety of content — more than what's provided by any cable or satellite service. A new ecosystem called Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) could have the same...

     

New Products

Other Articles

  • Active Loudspeaker

    The CD 3200 2.5-way active loudspeaker from Canton features a built-in 200-W IcePower amplifier and four aluminum 4-inch mid/bass drivers.

     
  • Powered Tube Loudspeaker

    Pragmatic Communications Systems has introduced the PTS1 tube loudspeaker, which is aimed at sound distribution and architectural audio applications.

     

Cheat Sheet

  • Designing a Sound Masking System

    To enhance speech privacy, successful implementation of sound masking systems requires knowledge of acoustics, psychoacoustics, and proper sounds system design.

     

Other Articles

  • 1080p DLP Projector

    SIM2 USA's HT3000 single-chip, 1080p front projector displays 1080p source material, including HD-DVD and Blu-ray formats.

     
  • Flat-Panel Display Speaker System

    Atlantic Technology's FS-5000 three-in-one front soundstage speaker system is designed for use in large theater rooms.

     
  • Digital Media Players

    The Digital View M3-100 and M3-200 interactive digital media players are designed for use in digital signage applications.

     
  • Sliding Rail System

    The Middle Atlantic Products SRSR Series Rotating Sliding Rail System now has the ability to lock in the extended position, preventing the rack frame from retracting during installation and servicing.

     
  • LCD Projector

    Designed for educators, trainers, mobile professionals, and small-to-medium sized businesses, the TLP-SC2500U mobile LCD projector from Toshiba displays hands-on demonstrations, 3D objects, fine-print texts, and microscopic images.

     
  • Modular Monitor Wall

    Winsted's M-View customizable tubular monitor walls can accommodate any size LCD and/or plasma screen, which can be installed on the frame using adjustable-post plasma or VESA mounts.

     
  • LCD TV Wall Mount

    Sanus Systems' MF110 VisionMount Full Motion Wall Mount is designed to support flat-panel LCD TVs that measure 15 to 40 inches diagonal and weigh up to 100 pounds.

     
  • Subwoofer

    Designed for use with the company's WideLine loudspeakers, the QSC Audio Products WL218-sw subwoofer is operable down to 31 Hz with up to 139 dB SPL @ 1 m acoustic output.

     
  • Image Server

    The ImageServer 2000 from 360 Systems includes a frame synchronization feature for improved compatibility with satellite receivers, tape machines, and other non-genlocked video sources.

     
  • Wireless Audio System

     
  • Condenser Microphone

    Targeted at live sound and studio applications, the Perception 400 multi-pattern, large-diaphragm, condenser microphone from AKG Acoustics features selectable cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-eight pickup patterns.

     
  • Acoustical Signal Analyzer

    NTI's AL1 Acoustilyzer analyzes acoustical signals and displays the signal on an LCD screen.

     
  • Line Source Array Module

    Designed for use in permanent sound reinforcement installations in churches, auditoriums, and arenas, as well as portable PA applications, the RLA/4 full-range, bi-amped line source array from SLS Loudspeakers offers 90-degree symmetrical horizontal coverage and the company's LASS component...

     
  • DSP Processors

    The DME-ES Satellite Series DSP processors from Yamaha feature EtherSound and CobraNet capabilities.

     
  • Condenser Microphone

    The Shure hardwired KSM9 condenser microphone switches between cardioid and supercardioid patterns via a two-position switch.

     
  • Digital KVM Extenders

    Gefen's digital KVM (keyboard, video, and mouse) extenders are designed to extend high-definition digital displays and peripherals up to 200 feet from a computer.

     
  • Digital Microphones

    Neumann's modular KM 183 D, KM 184 D, and KM 185 D miniature digital microphones combine omnidirectional, cardioid, and supercardioid capsules with the KM D output stage to provide three directional characteristics.

     
  • Live-Sound Microphones

    Audio-Technica's renovated Artist Series microphones feature all-metal construction, a multi-stage grille design, and gold-plated XLR-type connectors.

     
  • Audio Amplifiers

    Lab.gruppen's eight-channel and four-channel C Series installation amplifiers are targeted for use in houses of worship, performing arts centers, theme parks, and auditoriums.

     
  • LCD HDTV

    Vizio's Gallevia GV42LHDTV 42-inch LCD HDTV comes with detachable speakers.

     
  • Flat-Panel Display Cart

    Ergotron has released the LX Large Display Cart, a height-adjustable cart aimed at presentation applications in corporate campuses, conference centers, and meeting rooms.

     
  • DLP Projector

    Mitsubishi's SD430U SVGA DLP portable projector is targeted at educators and business presenters.

     
  • Rack System Cooling Modules

    Niles Audio Corp. has introduced the FM-1 (standard) and FM-1R (rack-mountable) System Cooling Modules, which are designed to thermally regulate cabinets and rack systems.

     
  • In-Wall Subwoofer

     
  • Media Software

    Advanced Media Design has released Version 2 software for its digital media recorders, digital network printers, and digital video capturers.

     
  • Video Processor and AV Switcher Combo Units

    Key Digital Systems has introduced combo units for its iSync HD (pictured here) and iSync Pro digital video processor and video/audio switcher.

     
  • Varifocal CCTV Lenses

    KOWA's LMVZ38A-IR and LMVZ990A-IR Day and Night Varifocal CCTV lenses are designed for large commercial, government, and healthcare security applications.

     
  • Beam Shaper:

    The Opti Profile beam shaper professional followspot from Elation Professional is targeted at the permanent and rental & staging lighting market.

     
  • Video Image Processor/Source Switcher

    Digital Projection International (DPI) has released the VIP 2000 video image processor and source switcher, which can be used for image scaling, input switching, video noise reduction, and audio follow video routing.

     
  • Projection Screen Frame System

    The Series 300 Lace and Grommet Frame System from Da-Lite Screen Company is designed for large-venue projection screens.

     
  • Distribution Amplifiers

    Crystal Vision has released six manually-controlled, multi-standard distribution amplifiers.

     
  • HD Video Projectors

    Meridian Audio Ltd. has introduced the DILA1080MF and DILA1080MF2 (pictured here) three-chip D-ILA projectors under the Faroudja by Meridian brand name.

     
  • Video Stabilizer

    For-A Corp. of America's IVS-100 video stabilizer is designed to electrically correct video shaking in cameras used in security and monitoring applications.

     
  • Waterproof Camera System

    Telemetrics Inc. has released a weatherproof camera housing and a weatherproof pan/tilt head. The housing is available in various sizes.

     
  • Projection Screen

    The Xscreen front-projection ambient light-rejection screen system from Planar Systems is available in 60-, 70-, 80-, and 100-inch diagonal viewing sizes.

     
  • Digital Signage Kit

    AutoComm has released the Smart & Simple digital signage kits.

     
  • Wall Mount Controller

    Targeted for use in classrooms and meeting rooms, the APAD LCD wall mount room controller from Crestron features a 128x64 dot-matrix LCD display and a NavWheel.

     
  • GUI Creation Tool

    Aurora Multimedia has introduced the YIPI 2.0 graphic user interface (GUI) creation tool, which is designed to be used with the company's WACI NX control systems.

     
  • Matrix Switchers

    Teq Gear's RGBHV and RGBHV + audio matrix switchers support configurations from 8x2 to 128x128. Bandwidth of more than 400 MHz is achieved on a fully loaded switcher.

     
  • Y-Split Audio Cable

    The four-pole Y-Split OpticalCon cable from Neutrik incorporates four multimode fibers within two OpticalCon connectors on each end of the cable.

     
  • Compact Stereo Power Amplifiers

    The Model 900 stereo power amplifier from Kramer Electronics accepts unbalanced stereo audio on RCA inputs or balanced stereo audio on terminal block connectors.

     
  • HDMI Interconnects

    VizionWare's Hi-Wirez digital HDMI interconnects for HDMI cables and adapters are available in 1-, 2-, 5-, 7-, and 10-meter lengths.

     
  • LCD Monitor

    The SyncMaster 931C 19-inch TFT-LCD monitor from Samsung Electronics America displays 97 percent of the NTSC color gamut for CCFL displays, according to the company.

     
  • Subwoofer

    Outlaw Audio's LFM-1 Plus subwoofer features selectable tuning options for maximum SPL output or lower frequency bass extension, according to the company.

     
  • Sound System Output Module

    Designed for stage and front of house applications, Aviom's AN-16/o Output Module includes DB25 multi-pins for audio connections and locking Neutrik EtherCons for network connections.