What's New: A/V Technology

Mar 1, 2004 12:00 PM

Software

Altinex www.altinex.com

The MTSetup v. 2.2.7 software makes configuring, controlling, and programming of the MultiTasker easier and faster, including sliding bar controls for adjusting audio levels. Designed to be system friendly, you can easily upload programming code through RS-232 to the MultiTasker, as well as save and print configurations for future use. It is a tool for system designers, sales staff, and programmers. The MTSetup software tool requires Microsoft Windows 98, ME, 2000, NT, or XP.

Overlays

Smart Technologies www.smarttech.com

The PN340 and PC340 are 40-inch Smart Board for flat-panel displays interactive overlays. The PN340 and PC340 support the NEC-Mitsubishi LCD4000 and Clarity Bobcat II LCD panels, respectively. Featuring Digital Vision Touch (DViT) technology, the PN340 and PC340 provide image quality, touch control, and durability. Smart Board interactive overlays enable military personnel to outline tactical plans and demonstrate simulated maneuvers, educators to engage students' interest and increase lesson retention, legal professionals to present persuasive evidence in the courtroom, and shoppers to browse product information in retail stores.

Hub

nNovia www.nnovia.com

The SmartHub is a switchable IEEE-1394 six-port hub designed to manage interconnected 1394 devices. The SmartHub manages and preserves the addresses and resources required by connected devices in the same way a router performs that function in a traditional local area network. Each device connected to the SmartHub can be switched in or out of the network at any time, allowing a variety of configurations to be implemented and used without having to reboot the network. It can also be used in six-port DV/DA applications.

Sound-Level Meter

Castle Group www.castlegroup.co.uk

The GA213 pocket instrument is fully compliant with IEC 61672-1:2002 Class 2 and IEC 60651: 1979 Type 2. The meter gives simultaneous sound pressure and peak measurement for tasks including initial spot-check assessments to the Noise at Work Regulations 1989. It has a high-specification measurement microphone and is encased in crack-resistant ABS plastic. Features include sound pressure to 0.1 dB resolution, A and C frequency weighting, and slow and fast time weighting.

Test Equipment

NTI AG www.nt-instruments.com

Minstruments is a family of powerful, easy-to-operate audio signal generation and analysis tools. Its compact size combined with built-in calculation power make the instruments ideal for integrators, P.A. installers, and pro-audio technicians. The optimized power consumption means Minstruments are true portable instruments that fit into your pocket. A complete test set comprises a signal generator providing all required test tones, a signal analyzer covering the range of measurement functions including spectral analysis, and a measurement microphone.

Sensors

Commac www.commac.com

Tactile sensors can control DVD videos, sound and light effects, computer data, and fragrance dispensers. In addition to their commercial applications, the sensors are for use in museums and the theater industry. The solutions are intuitive and react to voice, touch, movement, and so on. The sensors operate through all types of medium such as floors, partitions, or objects without any surface area limitations.

Conferencing Service

Genesys Conferencing www.genesys.com

The Video Center videoconference service lets you book, manage, control, and monitor all aspects of your room-based, multipoint videoconference direct from your desktop. Based on the company's Web-based meeting and reservation system, the Video Center is entirely end-point and transport independent. That means you will not only be able to manage interactive video sessions through any combination of third-party receiver devices but also across any network, whether IP- or ISDN-based.

Extension Cord

C.B.I. www.cbicables.com

The MOX is a patented, black, multioutlet extension cord engineered for easy storage and the elimination of twisted cords. The 25-foot cord features four outlets evenly spaced at approximately 8-foot intervals, and the 50-foot cord has six outlets at 10-foot intervals. All of the central outlets on the MOX are equipped with LEDs. The power-positive lighted outlets ensure each outlet is powered and easily seen.

Cable

Tappan Wire and Cable www.tappanwire.com

The 16 awg, 4c premium high-strand audio cable coupled with a 24 awg, 4-pair Cat-5 is enhanced under a common PVC jacket. The cable is for touch-screen applications in the home-automation environment. Those screens execute a variety of tasks that include operating the audio components of the home-entertainment system, operating the home-telephone/intercom system, and enabling you to adjust the audio volume as well as answer the phone at the touch of a button on the screen. Both the 16 awg audio cable and the 24 awg/4-pair Cat-5E LAN cable are run as one to the termination point on the system.

Enclosures

Extron Electronics www.extron.com

The HSA 222C and HSA 222S are rugged metal enclosures designed to provide easy tabletop access to data and power connections. Both models in the HSA 222 Series are UL and CUL approved and offer fixed configurations of two RJ-45 (Cat-6) network/data/phone connectors and two unswitched AC outlets. To access the connectors, press down on the top of the enclosure, releasing a mechanical latch. The HSA pivots open, presenting the connectors at an ergonomic 49• angle to the tabletop.