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  • Q & A: Acoustics We Have A Problem

    Due to a sub-par partition between the rooms, the client can hear voices from the other room even when the audio system isn't being used.

     

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  • 5-Minute Interview: Dr. Barry Blesser

    Aural architecture is the practice of choosing what attributes a space or virtual space should have in order to suit the needs of the inhabitants in that space.

     

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  • AV Room Support

    Remote room management systems are gaining wide acceptance among technology managers.

     

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Consultant's Connection

  • What's Bim To AV?

    Building Information Modeling (BIM), a new process that's changing how architects and contractors design and build, is headed our way.

     

Sound Insight

  • On Dynamic Range

    The trend in audio system design is toward greater dynamic range, but the trend in music production is toward less.

     

Viewpoint

  • The Jessica Effect

    You've heard me say it before, but admit it, as an industry, we're pretty bad at marketing.

     

Features

  • Trends To Watch In 2007

    Find out what pro AV experts say will significantly affect your business this year.

     
  • What's Behind Front Projection Screens

    There's more to a front projection screen than meets the eye.

     
  • Pro AV Goes Green

    Environmental issues, such as the restriction on hazardous substances (RoHS), are affecting the pro AV industry from manufacturing to installation. In the case of one AV supplier, red circuit boards signify the company's commitment to "going green."

     

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  • AV Enhances Luxury Home

    Working closely with the general contractor, Atlanta-area home automation specialist integrates AV and lighting systems with a truly “built-in” look.

     

Entertainment Install

  • Audio System Revitalizes Theater

    The historic Paramount Theater invests in a flexible audio system that can handle a variety of artistic, educational, and corporate presentations and events.

     

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  • Guide to Doing Business in Corporate Event AV

    PRO AV's essential industry guide, with crucial tips for positioning your company to leverage: trends in event AV design, AV spending patterns in the corporate event market, and economic factors affecting the corporate event sector.

     

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  • Wireless Boundary Microphone

    The Revolabs Inc. Solo Tabletop wireless boundary microphone is designed for conference rooms and collaborative spaces.

     
  • Workstations

    Winsted's Encompass-2 workstations are available as in-stock configurations or can be customized to an application.

     
  • Wireless Multimedia Player

    The MG-350HD wireless HD/Divx multimedia player and multimedia server from MediaGate allows users to stream media directly to HD televisions and stereo systems through a wireless LAN.

     
  • Wireless Microphone Transmitter

    The Lectrosonics SMQ Super-Mini wireless transmitter outputs 250 mW RF and reduces inter-modulation products when used in multichannel systems, according to the company.

     
  • Wireless Audio Systems

    The TOA Electronics WS-200 vocal and WS-300 presentation wireless audio systems are designed for house of worship, education, and fitness club applications.

     
  • Windowing Processor

    Vista Systems has introduced new stereoscopic features for its Spyder windowing processor.

     
  • Widescreen LCD TVs

    Proton Industrial Electric Co.'s P32L1 and P42L1 HD widescreen televisions incorporate the company's LCD BLU technology.

     
  • Video Server Controller

    Leightronix has introduced the TCD/V3 video server controller for local and remote controlled multichannel playback, automated recording, and facility signal routing.

     
  • Video Receivers

    The MultiView K-500 TD and K-500 TDC video receivers from Magenta Research deliver a single video and L/R summed audio signals to a pair of outputs.

     
  • Video Processor

    Lumagen Inc.'s RadianceXD video processor is designed for HD home and commercial theater system applications.

     
  • Subwoofer

    Danley Sound Labs has introduced the TH-215 subwoofer, which is targeted for use in houses of worship, performing arts centers, and arenas.

     
  • Sub-Bass System

    Martin Audio's WS218X sub-bass system is designed for theater sound systems, club sound reinforcement, and special effects sub-bass applications.

     
  • Streaming Media Encoder

    The Niagara 7224 from ViewCast Corp. is an IP-based solution for video streaming and archiving material from public safety cameras.

     
  • Stereo Audio Amplifier

    The SA-202 stereo amplifier from Tech Works is designed to provide audio where moderate power is required.

     
  • Robotic PTZ Camera

    Sony's EVI-HD1 high-definition, robotic pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) camera is designed for videoconferencing and distance learning applications in houses of worship and corporate training centers.

     
  • RGBHV Switcher

    ISIS Group has released the INNOVATION 16x16 Super Switch RGBHV switcher, designed for multimedia and presentation systems.

     
  • RGB Color Changer

    Elation Professional's Design LED 36 incorporates 12 red, 12 green, and 12 blue Luxeon colored LCDs to illuminate and highlight stage sets and performers up to 25 feet.

     
  • Recessed In-Wall Flat Panel Box: Sanus Systems Model LR1A

    Sanus Systems has introduced the Model LR1A Recessed In-Wall Box, which allows a flat-panel TV to rest flush against the wall.

     
  • Rear-Projection DLP Displays: Planar Systems' c50SP and c67SP

    Planar Systems' SP rear-projection DLP display cubes are available in open or integrated system configurations in 50-, 67-, and 70-inch sizes.

     
  • Professional LCD Monitor

    Sharp's PN-455RU professional 45-inch monitor is designed to operate in both portrait and landscape modes.

     
  • Presentation Switcher

    Barco's ScreenPRO-II Extended Output Card enables operators to use a second output channel at a separate resolution from the current program output.

     
  • Presentation Lectern

    Designed for education, hospitality, and conference applications, Da-Lite Screen Co.'s Euro Deluxe Lectern features a gooseneck halogen lamp and a reading surface that accommodates both literature and electronics.

     
  • Portable PA System

    Yamaha's STAGEPAS 500 portable PA system is designed for schools, churches, and corporations.

     
  • Portable Document Camera

    Lumens Integration Inc. has released the DC160 portable XGA-resolution document camera with 3X optical zoom.

     
  • Pop Filter

    Music Accessories has introduced the Split Screen Pop Filter, which features the company's Air Pressure Dispersion Technology.

     
  • Plasma Enzyme Cleaner

    PUROSOL PLASMA from Origin Laboratories is designed to safely clean flat-panel TVs, HDTVs, computer monitors, plasma screens, LCD, DLP and CRT TV screens, and laptop screens.

     
  • Plasma Displays

    The 50-inch TH-50PF9UK, 65-inch TH-65PF9UK, and 103-inch TH-103PF9UK plasma displays from Panasonic are targeted for use in professional applications.

     
  • Music DSP Control System

    TechSpa's Contemporary Control System music DSP control system is designed for use in hotels, resorts, and convention centers.

     
  • Media Center

    Video Furniture International's RDY2GO CPU media center incorporates a DVD/VCR and an amplified sound system with built-in speakers.

     
  • Line-Level Audio Divider/Combiner

    RDL has released the AV-DC4 mono transformer-coupled audio divider/combiner module.

     
  • Line Array Software

    Software Design Ahnert GmbH (SDA) has released version 1.4 of its EASE Focus line array aiming and modeling software.

     
  • LED Imaging Display

    The Firefly portable LED display from Visual Tech Communications is available with 110-and 164-inch diagonal screens.

     
  • LCD Projector

    Hitachi's CP-X505 3LCD projector is designed for professional presentation applications.

     
  • LCD Projector

    The EIKI LC-XG300 projector delivers 4,500 lumens of brightness and a 1,000:1 contrast ratio.

     
  • LCD Network Display

    The ND4210w 42-inch LCD network display from ViewSonic Corp. is designed for digital signage solutions in supermarkets, airports, restaurants, and casinos.

     
  • LCD Monitor

    NEC Display Solutions of America Inc.'s MultiSync LCD5710 57-inch LCD monitor is designed for airports, retail establishments, hotels, restaurants, hospitals, and casinos.

     
  • IP-Based Control Interface

    Olive Media Products Inc. has introduced the Olive RONDO IP-based control interface for its music server line.

     
  • IP Video Distribution System

    VBrick Systems Inc. has introduced the WM Appliance, which enables organizations to deliver IP video to remote sites by sidestepping low-bandwidth connectivity, according to the company.

     
  • Interactive Whiteboard

    SMART Technologies Inc.'s Rear Projection SMART Board 4000i interactive whiteboard includes a touch-sensitive display.

     
  • Integrated Camera Systems: Pelco Camclosure IS

    Pelco has introduced the Camclosure IS integrated camera systems, which are designed to provide discreet video security that blends into the environment.

     
  • In-Line Microphone DSP

    The Phantom Mic Rider phantom-powered in-line DSP from Sabine incorporates the company's FBX Feedback Exterminator, which increases gain before feedback.

     
  • Image Mastering and Playback System

    Doremi Labs' 4K resolution image mastering and playback system provides 4096×2160 lines of resolution, or more than four times the display area of 1080p video.

     
  • Home Theater Receiver

    Onkyo has introduced the TX-SR804 7.1 channel AV receiver, which is designed for home theater applications.

     
  • Home theater projector

    JVC has released the DLA-RS1, which incorporates a 0.7-inch HD D-ILA device that delivers a 15,000:1 contrast ratio.

     
  • HDTV Monitor

    Westinghouse Digital Electronics' W4207 42-inch, 720p HD monitor is aimed at home theater applications.

     
  • Flat-Panel TV Stand

    Peerless Industries' line of Flat Panel TV Stands includes 32-inch and 50-inch flat panels.

     
  • Fiberoptic Matrix Switcher

    AMX has released the AutoPatch Epica Digital Generation (EpicaDG) line of fiber optic matrix switchers, which are designed for large AV installations in command & control applications.

     
  • Document Camera

    Canon USA's RE-455X portable document camera measures 19.1 by 20.7 by 7.2 inches and weighs 20.7 pounds.

     
  • Distribution Amplifier

    Kramer Electronics USA's VM-2HDMI distribution amplifier reclocks and equalizes a signal and distributes it to two identical outputs at a maximum data rate of 1.65 Gb/s.

     
  • Display Wall Controller Software

    Jupiter Systems' ControlPoint suite software version 1.9.3 offers support for the company's Streaming Video Server, as well as improved support for MPEG-4.

     
  • Digital LCD Projectors

    Christie Digital has released the LX380 (pictured here) and LX450 digital projectors for classroom and boardroom use. The projectors feature 3,800 and 4,500 ANSI lumens of brightness respectively.

     
  • Conferencing Bridges

    Release 8 of Polycom Inc.'s MGC/MGC+ unified conferencing bridges features expanded on-demand conferencing capabilities, easier conference initiation, and access from inside and outside the organization, according to the company.

     
  • Commercial LCD Monitors

    Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America's Presentation Products Division's 32-inch LDT321V and 37-inch LDT371V LCD monitors have a 1,200:1 contrast ratio and 500 cd/m2 of brightness.

     
  • AV Synchronization System: Tektronix Inc. SyncCert System

    Tektronix Inc. has introduced the SyncCert system for checking and measuring audio/video synchronization of file-based digital video content.

     
  • AV Switcher/Router

    TV One Multimedia Solutions has released the AVT-5641 composite and S-video router, which includes four inputs and one output for composite video, S-video, and stereo audio.

     
  • Audio Converter: Symetrix Lucid 88192

    Symetrix has released the Lucid 88192 audio converter, which supports eight channels of analog-to-digital and eight channels of digital-to-analog conversion at frequencies up to 192 kHz.

     
  • Amplifiers

    Ashly Audio's PE-Series amplifiers features expanded input module options, including the PNE-C2 CobraNet module.

     
  • Active Subwoofer

    The 7050B active subwoofer from Genelec operates in conjunction with the company's 8020A bi-amplified active monitor for stereo and surround sound applications.

     
  • Active Computer Video Interface

    FSR Inc.'s CI-5LB high-resolution, active computer video interface includes an HD15 computer video input, HD15 local monitor loop output, and local unbalanced stereo mini jack input.

     
  • 1080p Home Theater Projector

    The Epson PowerLite Pro Cinema 1080 1080p home theater projector incorporates the company's 1080Perfect Video Processing to reproduce images without noise and artifacts, according to the company.

     
  • 1080p DLP Projector

    The D80 DLP home theater projector from SIM2 has 1080p resolution, 10-bit processing, and the company's Alpha Path light engine.

     
  • 1080p Digital Projector

    Designed for cinema and home theater use, BenQ's W10000 1080p HD digital projector works in conjunction with media center systems, game consoles, HD-DVD, and Blu-ray players.

     

Cheat Sheet

  • How to Extend Projector Lamp Life

    One of the only user-replaceable parts in a projector, lamps are critical, but they don’t last forever. Here are some tips for extending the lamp life in your projector.