ON March 29, 2008, 370 cities around the world participated in Earth Hour, during which consumers and companies used as little electricity as possible. For large enterprises, the major challenge was turning off lights, shutting down displays, and adjusting thermostats in hundreds or thousands of...
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Since the invention of amplified sound, the focus on proper acoustics and the race to improve the listening experience has taken audio professionals through myriad solutions. As audio technology evolved, more complex applications emerged. Eventually architects and acousticians joined in to help...
For the first time, InfoComm and NSCA Expo will be housed under one roof—a boon to busy integration firms, especially when travel is more challenging and expensive than it's been in recent years.
In addition to upgrades and new hardware for the NION programmable digital audio processing node, MediaMatrix, a division of Peavey, has a new version of its NWare software.
Extron Electronics introduces VGA and stereo audio distribution amplifi ers: the P/2 DA8 (shown), with eight outputs, and the P/2 DA12, with 12 outputs.
Architectural Acoustics, a division of Peavey, introduces the PHR series of loudspeakers, designed for compact, in-ceiling installations.
D.A.S. Audio is launching a new high-powered subwoofer, the LX-218.
Yamaha Commercial Audio Systems will showcase the new IM8 series analog mixer—which the company says is an ideal choice for small installations, including houses of worship, corporate applications, or any place demanding analog control for live audio.
The new CRS-101 infrared (IR) wireless microphone system from OWI is made specifi cally for classroom use, although it can also be used in boardrooms and hotel meeting rooms.
Powersoft’s newest addition to its Digam K series of power amplifiers is the ultra-compact K3, measuring at 1RU and 14 inches deep.
Tannoy’s VQ series loudspeakers are designedfor any application that demands precise directional control and high SPLs.
In addition to upgrades and new hardware for the NION programmable digital audio processing node, MediaMatrix, a division of Peavey, has a new version of its NWare software.
Vibe Labs introduces three new series of amplifiers. The MC series power amplifiers (shown) offer four or eight channels of Class AB amplifi cation.
Designed for an open-ceiling environment, the new HP129i loudspeaker from SoundTube Entertainment offers high sensitivity and high SPL capabilities.
Crest Audio introduces the X Series rackmount mixers and the CC 5200 power amplifier.
BTX’s new Soundog audio system is a 4-inch tabletop box that uses wireless technology to provide play-byplay audio commentary for sports fans watching the game in a bar or restaurant.
Netstreams introduces a new line of commercial audio products that allow installers to use traditional commercial audio distribution or install a fully IP-based audio distribution network.
The new M470SWP Digital Signage Solution from Westinghouse Digital is a content management system that uses the company’s own 42-inch VM-42F140S or 47-inch VM-47F140S commercial LCD monitors.
Intended for environments requiring a large number of repeating video feeds but have limited rack space, the Video Binloop from Alcorn McBride provides up to 16 tracks of high bit-rate MPEG-2 video in a 3RU enclosure.
Toshiba’s five new projectors feature DLP BrilliantColor technology, DLP filter free technology, and up to 4,000 hours of lamp life in eco-mode.
Premier Mounts’ custom division, Premier Dedicated Solutions (PDS), developed two new mounts especially for Panasonic’s 103-inch plasma display.
The Kestrel projection screen is Elite Screens newest screen. It is a premium-grade, mobile, electric, floor-rising screen designed for executive presentations, formal functions, or residential home theater rooms that require an alternative to fixed-wall or ceiling-mounted screens.
NEC announces two new sets of projectors. For business and education applications, the NP905 and NP901W include wireless capability for network use as well as Silicon Optix HQV motion video quality.
The new Slimline universal mounting solutions from Peerless Industries are the company’s thinnest—only 0.4 inches allowing each mount to position a flatpanel display 0.4 inches from the wall.
Netstreams introduces a new line of commercial audio products that allow installers to use traditional commercial audio distribution or install a fully IP-based audio distribution network.
Epson adds two new projectors to its PowerLite product lineup and introduces the PowerLite Pro series with three models.
The latest DLP projector from BenQ is the SP920, with 6000 lumens and BrilliantColor processing.
The XG-P560W projector from Sharp is a WXGA, 3-chip DLP projector with 5000 lumens and a 1800:1 contrast ratio. The XG-C455W and PG-C355W projectors use 3LCD technology and offer WXGA native resolution.
Adder launches the AdderLink X50, X50-Multiscreen, and X-DVI extenders.
The Pixie DCM+ from SP Controls is an AV device controller that increases user options with features such as RS232 control, automatic device shutdown after inactivity, and an optional real-time clock module that enables automatic shutdown at a specific time.
Creston unveils the new Multimedia Presentation Controller (MPC) line of all-in-one solutions, along with the TPS-6X 6-inch touch panel (pictured).
Gefen’s new 8x8 DVI matrix is the company’s fi rst 8x8 system.
Able to transmit signals at 1080i over two Cat-5e cables for up to 200 feet, the TP-551 converts an HDMI signal to a twisted-pair signal, then the TP-552 converts the signal back to HDMI.
Altinex releases the new MultiTouch line of touch screen panels designed to work with its MultiTasker modular AV system, as well as other manufacturers’ equipment.