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  • Calculating Power Conditioning And UPS Size Requirements

    1. Determine power consumption; 2. Add up amperages; 3. Convert to amps.

     
  • Q & A: Sending AV Signals

    We'd like to transmit audio and video from our church services from the main sanctuary to rooms around our campus. However, although not every room has coaxial cable, every room does have a network connection. What's the best way to send the AV signals over a pre-existing network?

     

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  • 5-Minute Interview: Lyle Bunn

    Lyle Bunn, strategy architect, Alchemy International, a Toronto, Canada-based digital display solutions provider.

     

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  • AV Design Fees Vs. Scope Of Work

    Architectural scopes of work are relatively standardized and their fee ranges are generally accepted. Shouldn't it be the same for AV?

     

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  • DIY AV

    Does “do-it-yourself” have a place in the world of pro AV? On more than one occasion I've recently spoken to someone I assume is an integrator, and in discussing the specifics of a project, realize I'm actually speaking to the end-customer.

     

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  • Church Installs Versatile AV

    A church in Jacksonville, FL, adds multipurpose AV to accommodate the different acoustical demands of various events.

     

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  • Sigma Electronics VDA26

    Peer Reviewer: William Nayor, owner, Mill City Teleproductions, Manchester, NH. Mill City Teleproductions is a multi-camera video production company specializing in New England-area concerts, sporting events, and stage plays for broadcast/distribution and IMAG since 1983.

     
  • Rolls MA2355

    Peer Review-Rolls Ma2355; Price: $320 MSRP

     

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    Fiber optic cables that detect light and touch aim to take interactivity to the next level.

     

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  • CEDIA Expo 2006 Product Preview

    A sampling of products to be featured at CEDIA Expo 2006, September 14-17, in Denver.

     
  • Video server

    The ImageServer MAXX from 360 Systems offers standard NLEs and network-attached storage, embedded audio, and the company's Remote Workstation Interface software.

     
  • Handheld condenser microphone

    The VX-5 handheld vocal condenser microphone from Audix is targeted for use in live sound and broadcast applications.

     
  • Video signal switcher

    Targeted for use in live staging and production applications, the HVS-500HS video signal switcher from For-A Corp. of America accepts HD, SD, HDV, and DV signal formats.

     
  • Motorized flat-panel display mount

    The MM860 motorized flat-panel display wall mount from Peerless Industries enables users to remotely adjust tilt, pivot, and extend displays in commercial applications such as lobbies, conference rooms, bars, and lecture halls.

     
  • Digital signage solutions

    Intertise Inc.'s Point of Purchase (POP) Advertising System is a turnkey digital signage product designed for small- to mid-sized businesses including retail, spas, waiting rooms, and lobbies.

     
  • Condenser microphones

    The M3 Silicon Valve large diaphragm, pressure-gradient, solid-state condenser microphones from MXL Microphones are available in the M3-P version for female vocals and the standard M3 version (pictured here).

     
  • DSP stereo audio matrix switchers

    Targeted for use in distributed audio integration applications, AutoPatch's PrecisLT with DSP stereo audio matrix switchers feature input gain control, output volume, tone and balance control, and a 10-band equalizer.

     
  • Digital camera extension systems

    Logical Solutions/Thinklogical has introduced the CFL-3 High Speed Base (pictured here) and CFL-4 Base/Medium/Full digital camera extension systems, which are designed for use with digital cameras in traffic control, security, and surveillance applications.

     
  • Universal control system translator

    Calypso's UT-500 Serial-IR Universal Translator converts legacy commands embedded within control system source codes to new commands.

     
  • Plasma wall box

    FSR Inc. has introduced the PWB-100 installation accessory, an 11-inch-wide box designed to accommodate flat-panel plasma and LCD displays.

     
  • In-ceiling loudspeaker

    Targeted for use in restaurants, retail shops, boardrooms, conference centers, and airports, the TCS-C50T full-range, two-way, in-ceiling loudspeaker from Turbosound is rated at 75 W RMS, and has a 75 Hz to 22 kHz usable frequency range.

     
  • Live sound processor

    Peavey has introduced the Kosmos V2 audio processor, which is aimed at live sound and recording applications.

     
  • Integrated media center

    Designed for custom installation applications, the Integra NVS-7.7 integrated media center includes a 2.8 GHz Pentium 4 Dual 820 processor, a 400 GB hard drive for audio and video file storage, and 1 GB of DDR memory.

     
  • Control system software

    Biamp's daVinci control system software version 1.2 supports graphic-based control interface design for PCs and third-party remote controllers.

     
  • Stationary IR system

    The Listen Technologies LS-80-SIR stationary IR system is designed to transmit one audio signal to up to four listeners at up to 10,000 square feet.

     
  • AV design software

    Altinex has introduced its AVSnap v2.8.1 AV system design and integration software.

     
  • Condenser microphone

    The U99S switchable condenser microphone from Soundelux features Normal and Brite sound options.

     
  • KVM switch

    Hall Research's Model MC4-H2 Dual-Head KVM Switch enables two monitors, a keyboard, and a mouse to control up to four PCs or servers.

     
  • Digital media player

    Designed for digital video and IP streaming for kiosk, trade show, retail, museum, digital signage, and private IP network applications, the edje 4111 HD digital media player from Adtec Digital supports MPEG-4, H.264, MPEG-2, and VC-1 formats.

     
  • Plasma display

    The 60-inch 60PC1D plasma display from LG Electronics includes the company's XD engine technology, which is designed to convert low-resolution analog signals to near high-definition levels, according to the company.

     
  • PA amplifier

    Inter-M's dual-channel PA-2312 public address amplifier provides 120 W RMS per channel.

     
  • Video server

    The Leightronix MINI-T-NX video server is targeted for use in digital video playback, video messaging/digital signage, video/audio switching, and DVD/VCR control applications.

     
  • Power amplifiers

    Outlaw Audio's five-channel Model 7500 and seven-channel Model 7700 (pictured here) power amplifiers deliver 200 W per channel into 8 ohms and 300 W per channel into 4 ohms.

     
  • LCD TV wall mount

    The VisionMount ML22 Low-Profile Wall Mount from Sanus Systems is designed for use with LCD displays that measure 15 to 40 inches diagonal and weigh up to 100 pounds.

     
  • Portable microphone system

    The RPA Elite universal projector mounts from Chief Manufacturing incorporate the company's MicroZone adjustment technology, which enables users to adjust roll, pitch, and yaw with a No. 2 screwdriver.

     
  • LCD monitor

    Targeted for use in government, corporate, and small- to medium-sized business applications, the 17-inch SyncMaster 740BX and 19-inch SyncMaster 940BX (pictured here) from Samsung Electronics America offer a 1,000:1 contrast ratio and 1280x1024 resolution.

     
  • Live sound mixers

    The Onyx 4-Bus Series of Live Sound mixers from Mackie incorporate a balanced signal chain and four-band EQ circuitry.

     
  • Distribution amplifier

    Designed for home theater and retail applications, Kramer Electronics' VM-100CA distribution amplifier enables users to send one set of input signals to up to 10 destinations.

     
  • AV transmitter/receiver

    The TP-RGB-1000 AV transmitter/receiver from MultiDyne transmits RGB/UXGA and stereo audio more than 1,000 feet over UTP Cat5, Cat5e, and Cat6 cables.

     
  • Audio amplifiers

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

     
  • DLP projector

    Designed for auditoriums, lecture halls, and large conference rooms, Toshiba's TDP-TW350U DLP projector features 3,500 ANSI lumens of brightness, a 2,000:1 contrast ratio, and XGA (1024x768) resolution.

     
  • Architectural loudspeakers

    The Contractor Series of architectural loudspeakers from Klipsch are targeted at custom installation applications.

     
  • Ceiling tile loudspeaker

    The Sound Advance ST2432D SpeakerTile 24x24-inch ceiling tile loudspeaker is designed for installation into any 2-foot square, 9/16- or 15/16-inch T-bar ceiling systems.

     
  • Audio cables

    Designed to transmit audio signals in indoor, outdoor, and buried applications, the HomeChoice Speaker cables from Belden use oxygen-free, copper conductors and a polyolefin dielectric.

     
  • Universal projector mounts

    The RPA Elite universal projector mounts from Chief Manufacturing incorporate the company's MicroZone adjustment technology, which enables users to adjust roll, pitch, and yaw with a No. 2 screwdriver.

     

Cheat Sheet

  • Hanging a Projection Screen

    While specifics will depend on the screen type, brand, and model, here’s what you need to know to safely and securely any front projection screen.