CEDIA Expo 2006 Product Preview
A sampling of products to be featured at CEDIA Expo 2006, September 14-17, in Denver.
Flat-panel display mountsDa-Lite has released the static (VSM-ST), tilt (VSM-TL), and articulating (VSM-AR1 and VSM-AR2) VESA monitor mounts, which are designed to accommodate most flat-panel displays with VESA standard mounting holes. The mounts support displays that weigh up to 40 pounds and measure up to 40 inches diagonal, depending on the display’s weight. The articulating mount is available with an 11-inch (VSM-AR1) or 20-inch (VSM-AR2) extension. The tilt mount provides 5 degrees of negative tilt and 20 degrees of positive tilt. Price: $45 (VSM-ST); $97 (VSM-TL); $158 (VSM-AR1); $165 (VSM-AR2). Availability: currently available (all models). For more information, see Da-Lite at CEDIA booth 223, or contact the company at 574-267-8101 or at www.da-lite.com.Flat-panel display loudspeakersTargeted for use with flat-panel displays, the Masterpiece LCR loudspeakers from Artison feature the company’s G-LCR Grilles and Universal Mounting Bracket. The loudspeakers include a side-firing stage tweeter, two front-firing, adjustable Vifa XT Super Audio tweeters, two Kevlar Long Throw midrange woofers, and one 25 mm stage tweeter. The loudspeakers incorporate Artison’s DualMono Center Channel technology, which eliminates the need for a center channel, according to the company. Price: $2,500 (pair). Availability: currently available. For more information, see Artison at CEDIA booth 748, or contact the company at 775-833-4344 or at www.artisonusa.com.Cat5 balunsNiles Audio Corp. has released nine Cat5 balun connectivity solutions designed for long-distance cable installations, including the Stereo Audio Balun (pictured here), the Digital Audio Balun, the Video Balun, the S-Video Balun, the VGA Balun, the Video and Stereo Audio Balun, the Component Video and Digital Audio Balun, and the Cable TV/Antenna Balun. According to the company, the baluns don’t require AC power, and can transmit signals up to 2,500 feet, depending on the model. Price: $39.95 to $99.95. Availability: currently available (all models). For more information, see Niles Audio at CEDIA booth 151, or contact the company at 800-289-4434 or at www.nilesaudio.com.Projector mountsThe PDS Series custom projector mounts from Premier Mounts feature custom brackets and dedicated mounting plates for specific projectors and low-profile and extended mounting applications. The mounts offer tilt and rotational adjustments, as well as an optional adaptable lateral shift bracket. All models also feature the company’s Lock-It security system. Price: $199.99 (all mounts); $49.99 (optional lateral shift bracket). Availability: currently available (all mounts and lateral shift bracket). For more information, see Premier Mounts at CEDIA booth 361, or contact the company at 800-616-6769 or at www.mounts.com.HDMI extenderDesigned for custom and commercial installation applications, the HDMI 201 Tx/Rx HDMI Extender from Extron includes a transmitter and a receiver. The solution transmits HDMI signals over twisted pair cabling such as Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat7. The device supports digital video, multichannel audio, and control signals from HDMI-equipped devices. According to the company, the HDMI 201 Tx/Rx can transmit HDTV signals more than 200 feet, and send computer video signals more than 100 feet at UXGA (1600×1200) resolution. The solution supports long distance transmission of HDCP and RS232 signals. Price: $810. Availability: currently available. For more information, see Extron at CEDIA booth 346, or contact the company at 800-633-9876 or at www.extron.com.HDMI matrix switcherThe 4×4 HDMI matrix switcher from Gefen is designed to connect and distribute four HDMI sources to four HDMI displays via plug and play functionality. The matrix switcher features a 24 V power supply and supports resolutions from 480p to 1080p. The device operates via IR remote control or through an optional RS232 port. Price: $1,999. Availability: currently available. For more information, see Gefen at CEDIA booth 483, or contact the company at 800-545-6900 or at www.gefen.com.DLP projectorOptoma’s HD81 DLP projector features 1080p resolution, 1,400 lumens of brightness, and a 6,000:1 contrast ratio. The projector includes Texas Instruments’ DarkChip3 DMD chipset, as well as its BrilliantColor color technology. It also features an integrated HD de-interlacer, which converts non-1080p content to 1080p. The unit offers a cable management system and multiple input and output formats, including HDMI, RCA component, S-video, composite, VGA, RS232, and RGBHV component. Price: $6,999. Availability: currently available. For more information, see Optoma at CEDIA booth 471, or contact the company at 408-383-3700 or at www.optomausa.com.Universal controllerThe T4 handheld universal controller from Remote Technologies Inc. (RTI) features a 6.4-inch touch-sensitive, VGA, active color LCD display. The display supports motion JPEG video, custom buttons, graphics, and animations. The controller features 13 color-changeable, removable keys. The T4 includes a 400 MHz, 32-bit processor and is customizable with the company’s TheaterTouch Designer software. RTI’s optional EM-4 expansion module enables the controller to be used as a hardwired VESA-mountable touchpanel with power-over-Ethernet and dual analog video inputs. Price: $2,499. Availability: currently available. For more information, see RTI at CEDIA booth 314, or contact the company at 952-253-3100 or at www.rticorp.com.AC extension systemFurman Sound has introduced the MAX In-Wall PowerKit-TL in-wall AC extension system, which enables users to discreetly connect remote equipment back to a system’s power conditioning unit, such as when a plasma display or subwoofer needs to be connected to a rack in the rear of a space. The PowerKit includes the company’s Power Inlet Faceplate and Power Outlet Faceplate, a 50-foot ground-rated, in-wall power cable, and a 12-foot AC power cord. The system also features a retrofit J-box for placement in an existing wall or panel. The PowerKit-TL is UL-approved and code-compliant. Price: N/A. Availability: currently available. For more information, see Furman Sound at CEDIA booth 171, or contact the company at 800-472-5555 or at www.furmansound.com.Hybrid component video cablesGepco International has introduced the RGB62 Series and RGB644 Series Hybrid Component Video Cables, which are designed to distribute high-resolution component video as well as audio and power in commercial AV applications. The RGB62 Series includes six miniature coaxial elements with two balanced audio pairs, and the RGB644 Series offers six miniature coaxial elements with four balanced audio pairs and four power conductors. Both models are available in plenum and non-plenum versions. The coaxial elements include a precision diameter conductor, low-loss gas-injected dielectric, and dual foil and braid shield. Power conductors are constructed from low-loss 20-gauge copper, according to the company. Price: N/A (both models). Availability: currently available (both models). For more information, see Gepco International at CEDIA booth 527, or contact the company at 800-966-0069 or at www.gepco.com.
Da-Lite has released the static (VSM-ST), tilt (VSM-TL), and articulating (VSM-AR1 and VSM-AR2) VESA monitor mounts, which are designed to accommodate most flat-panel displays with VESA standard mounting holes. The mounts support displays that weigh up to 40 pounds and measure up to 40 inches diagonal, depending on the display’s weight. The articulating mount is available with an 11-inch (VSM-AR1) or 20-inch (VSM-AR2) extension. The tilt mount provides 5 degrees of negative tilt and 20 degrees of positive tilt. Price: $45 (VSM-ST); $97 (VSM-TL); $158 (VSM-AR1); $165 (VSM-AR2). Availability: currently available (all models). For more information, see Da-Lite at CEDIA booth 223, or contact the company at 574-267-8101 or at www.da-lite.com.”/>
Artison feature the company’s G-LCR Grilles and Universal Mounting Bracket. The loudspeakers include a side-firing stage tweeter, two front-firing, adjustable Vifa XT Super Audio tweeters, two Kevlar Long Throw midrange woofers, and one 25 mm stage tweeter. The loudspeakers incorporate Artison’s DualMono Center Channel technology, which eliminates the need for a center channel, according to the company. Price: $2,500 (pair). Availability: currently available. For more information, see Artison at CEDIA booth 748, or contact the company at 775-833-4344 or at www.artisonusa.com.“/>
Niles Audio Corp. has released nine Cat5 balun connectivity solutions designed for long-distance cable installations, including the Stereo Audio Balun (pictured here), the Digital Audio Balun, the Video Balun, the S-Video Balun, the VGA Balun, the Video and Stereo Audio Balun, the Component Video and Digital Audio Balun, and the Cable TV/Antenna Balun. According to the company, the baluns don’t require AC power, and can transmit signals up to 2,500 feet, depending on the model. Price: $39.95 to $99.95. Availability: currently available (all models). For more information, see Niles Audio at CEDIA booth 151, or contact the company at 800-289-4434 or at www.nilesaudio.com.“/>
Premier Mounts feature custom brackets and dedicated mounting plates for specific projectors and low-profile and extended mounting applications. The mounts offer tilt and rotational adjustments, as well as an optional adaptable lateral shift bracket. All models also feature the company’s Lock-It security system. Price: $199.99 (all mounts); $49.99 (optional lateral shift bracket). Availability: currently available (all mounts and lateral shift bracket). For more information, see Premier Mounts at CEDIA booth 361, or contact the company at 800-616-6769 or at www.mounts.com.“/>
Extron includes a transmitter and a receiver. The solution transmits HDMI signals over twisted pair cabling such as Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat7. The device supports digital video, multichannel audio, and control signals from HDMI-equipped devices. According to the company, the HDMI 201 Tx/Rx can transmit HDTV signals more than 200 feet, and send computer video signals more than 100 feet at UXGA (1600×1200) resolution. The solution supports long distance transmission of HDCP and RS232 signals. Price: $810. Availability: currently available. For more information, see Extron at CEDIA booth 346, or contact the company at 800-633-9876 or at www.extron.com.“/>
Gefen is designed to connect and distribute four HDMI sources to four HDMI displays via plug and play functionality. The matrix switcher features a 24 V power supply and supports resolutions from 480p to 1080p. The device operates via IR remote control or through an optional RS232 port. Price: $1,999. Availability: currently available. For more information, see Gefen at CEDIA booth 483, or contact the company at 800-545-6900 or at www.gefen.com.“/>
Optoma’s HD81 DLP projector features 1080p resolution, 1,400 lumens of brightness, and a 6,000:1 contrast ratio. The projector includes Texas Instruments’ DarkChip3 DMD chipset, as well as its BrilliantColor color technology. It also features an integrated HD de-interlacer, which converts non-1080p content to 1080p. The unit offers a cable management system and multiple input and output formats, including HDMI, RCA component, S-video, composite, VGA, RS232, and RGBHV component. Price: $6,999. Availability: currently available. For more information, see Optoma at CEDIA booth 471, or contact the company at 408-383-3700 or at www.optomausa.com.“/>
Remote Technologies Inc. (RTI) features a 6.4-inch touch-sensitive, VGA, active color LCD display. The display supports motion JPEG video, custom buttons, graphics, and animations. The controller features 13 color-changeable, removable keys. The T4 includes a 400 MHz, 32-bit processor and is customizable with the company’s TheaterTouch Designer software. RTI’s optional EM-4 expansion module enables the controller to be used as a hardwired VESA-mountable touchpanel with power-over-Ethernet and dual analog video inputs. Price: $2,499. Availability: currently available. For more information, see RTI at CEDIA booth 314, or contact the company at 952-253-3100 or at www.rticorp.com.“/>
Furman Sound has introduced the MAX In-Wall PowerKit-TL in-wall AC extension system, which enables users to discreetly connect remote equipment back to a system’s power conditioning unit, such as when a plasma display or subwoofer needs to be connected to a rack in the rear of a space. The PowerKit includes the company’s Power Inlet Faceplate and Power Outlet Faceplate, a 50-foot ground-rated, in-wall power cable, and a 12-foot AC power cord. The system also features a retrofit J-box for placement in an existing wall or panel. The PowerKit-TL is UL-approved and code-compliant. Price: N/A. Availability: currently available. For more information, see Furman Sound at CEDIA booth 171, or contact the company at 800-472-5555 or at www.furmansound.com.“/>
Gepco International has introduced the RGB62 Series and RGB644 Series Hybrid Component Video Cables, which are designed to distribute high-resolution component video as well as audio and power in commercial AV applications. The RGB62 Series includes six miniature coaxial elements with two balanced audio pairs, and the RGB644 Series offers six miniature coaxial elements with four balanced audio pairs and four power conductors. Both models are available in plenum and non-plenum versions. The coaxial elements include a precision diameter conductor, low-loss gas-injected dielectric, and dual foil and braid shield. Power conductors are constructed from low-loss 20-gauge copper, according to the company. Price: N/A (both models). Availability: currently available (both models). For more information, see Gepco International at CEDIA booth 527, or contact the company at 800-966-0069 or at www.gepco.com.“/>
CEDIA Expo 2006 Product Preview
A sampling of products to be featured at CEDIA Expo 2006, September 14-17, in Denver.
Loudspeaker systemDesigned for custom installation applications, the 3000 Series loudspeaker system from KEF America is comprised of one center channel loudspeaker, one subwoofer, and four satellite loudspeakers. The center channel speaker includes two 3-inch bass drivers, and the satellite speakers have 4.25-inch drive elements. The subwoofer features a 10-inch bass driver and a 10-inch auxiliary bass radiator. Price: $1,500. Availability: currently available. For more information, see KEF America at CEDIA booth 450, or contact the company at 732-683-2356 or at www.kef.com.Power protection solutionsTripp Lite has released the HTRL15UPS Digital UPS System and the HT7300PC Power Conditioning Center power protection solutions for AV applications. The HTRL15UPS is designed to provide battery backup for PVRs/DVRs, music servers, media centers, and media control systems. The HT7300PC is designed to protect connected equipment from power spikes and surges, and offers EMI/RFI filtering. Price: $349.95 (HTRL15UPS); N/A (HT7300PC). Availability: currently available (both models). For more information, see Tripp Lite at CEDIA booth 621, or contact the company at 773-869-1234 or at www.tripplite.com.LCD projectorThe Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America HC5000U LCD projector has 1080p resolution, a 10,000:1 contrast ratio, and 1,000 ANSI lumens of brightness. The projector features a 5,000-hour lamp life and a side-accessible lamp housing, which enables users to switch lamps without adjusting the mounting structure. It includes HDMI and DVI connectors, as well as powered zoom and digital keystone correction. Price: N/A. Availability: currently available. For more information, see Mitsubishi at CEDIA booth 247, or contact the company at 888-307-0312 or at www.mitsubishi-hometheater.com.Video scaler and switcherThe Vantage-HD video scaler and switcher from Silicon Optix incorporates the company’s Realta HQV video processing engine. The switcher converts NTSC or PAL standard-definition signals to high-definition images. Controlled via remote or RS232 serial link, the solution is software-programmable and upgradeable. The device includes two HDMI connectors, and can support up to eight-channel digital audio in its base configuration. It also accepts HDCP, DVI, composite video, and component analog formats for backward compatibility. Price: $2,899. Availability: currently available. For more information, see Silicon Optix at CEDIA booth 738, or contact the company at 408-487-9290 or at www.siliconoptix.com.Installation speakersMeridian Audio Limited has introduced the 200 Series and 300 Series DSP-based loudspeakers, which can be used as passive loudspeakers with external amplification or as remote active analog systems when driven with the company’s G41 powered crossover/amplifier. Designed for in-ceiling applications, the two-way 200 loudspeakers feature an 8-inch bass driver, a pivoting tweeter, and an optional crossover. The 300 loudspeakers offer in/on-wall mounting options, and include 6.5-inch bass drivers and a wide-dispersion ribbon tweeter. Price: $397 (200 Series); $2,395 to $4,495 (300 Series). Availability: currently available (all models). For more information, see Meridian Audio at CEDIA booth 264, or contact the company at 404-344-7111 or at www.meridian-audio.com.Power conditionerDesigned to eliminate electromagnetic and radio frequency interference in analog and digital AV components, the MAX 7500-PRO power conditioner from Panamax includes a 720 VAC isolation transformer that provides power for digital source components or displays. The conditioner is IP-ready and is available with an Ethernet card for remote diagnostic capabilities. It features ground lift, voltage regulation, balanced power, and EMI/RFI filtering. Price: N/A. Availability: currently available. For more information, see Panamax at CEDIA booth 260, or contact the company at 800-472-5555 or at www.panamax.com.In-wall loudspeakersThe In-Wall Closed Box (IWCB) line of architectural loudspeakers from Atlantic Technology is aimed at custom installation applications. The IWCB-626 (pictured here) includes a 6.5-inch graphite loaded homopolymer (GLH) cone woofer, while the IWCB-525 and IWCB-52 each feature 5.25-inch GLH woofers. The IWCB-525 and IWCB-626 also feature a second diaphragm mounted as a bass pressure driver for linearity and extended bass response, according to the company. Price: $950 (IWCB-626); $800 (IWCB-525); $600 (IWCB-52). Availability: currently available (all models). For more information, see Atlantic Technology at CEDIA booth 213, or contact the company at 781-762-6300 or at www.atlantictechnology.com.Digital video cablesThe Silver Starlight 52, Starlight 52, Ultraviolet 52, and Chroma 52 flat HDMI and DVI digital video cables from Wireworld are 1080p-compliant at up to 15-meter lengths. The cables feature die-cast zinc connector housings and silver-clad contacts. All models are UL-CL3- and CSA-FT4-rated for in-wall installations, and are available in lengths from 1 to 20 meters. Price: $299 per meter (Silver Starlight 52); $199.95 per meter (Starlight 52); $119.95 per meter (Ultraviolet 52); $59.95 per meter (Chroma 52). Availability: currently available (all models). For more information, see Wireworld at CEDIA booth 712, or contact the company at 954-680-3848 or at www.wireworldcable.com.In-wall loudspeakersCanton has introduced the InWall 500, InWall 500 LCR, InWall 650, and InWall 800 two-way loudspeakers, which are designed for custom installation applications. The InWall 500 has a 50 Hz to 30 kHz frequency response, an 86 dB SPL (1 W @ 1 m), and one 5.3-inch woofer. The InWall 500 LCR (pictured here) has a 42 Hz to 30 kHz frequency response, an 89 dB SPL (1 W @ 1 m), and two 5.3-inch woofers. The InWall 650 features a 45 Hz to 30 kHz frequency response, an 87 dB SPL (1 W @ 1 m), and a 6.5-inch woofer. The InWall 800 has a 42 Hz to 30 kHz frequency response, an 88 dB SPL (1 W @ 1 m), and an 8.3-inch woofer. Price: $224.50 (InWall 500); $349 (InWall 500 LCR); $274.50 (InWall 650); $324.50 (InWall 800). Availability: currently available (all models). For more information, see Canton at CEDIA booth 569, or contact the company at 612-706-9250 or at www.cantonusa.com.
KEF America is comprised of one center channel loudspeaker, one subwoofer, and four satellite loudspeakers. The center channel speaker includes two 3-inch bass drivers, and the satellite speakers have 4.25-inch drive elements. The subwoofer features a 10-inch bass driver and a 10-inch auxiliary bass radiator. Price: $1,500. Availability: currently available. For more information, see KEF America at CEDIA booth 450, or contact the company at 732-683-2356 or at www.kef.com.“/>
Tripp Lite has released the HTRL15UPS Digital UPS System and the HT7300PC Power Conditioning Center power protection solutions for AV applications. The HTRL15UPS is designed to provide battery backup for PVRs/DVRs, music servers, media centers, and media control systems. The HT7300PC is designed to protect connected equipment from power spikes and surges, and offers EMI/RFI filtering. Price: $349.95 (HTRL15UPS); N/A (HT7300PC). Availability: currently available (both models). For more information, see Tripp Lite at CEDIA booth 621, or contact the company at 773-869-1234 or at www.tripplite.com.“/>
Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America HC5000U LCD projector has 1080p resolution, a 10,000:1 contrast ratio, and 1,000 ANSI lumens of brightness. The projector features a 5,000-hour lamp life and a side-accessible lamp housing, which enables users to switch lamps without adjusting the mounting structure. It includes HDMI and DVI connectors, as well as powered zoom and digital keystone correction. Price: N/A. Availability: currently available. For more information, see Mitsubishi at CEDIA booth 247, or contact the company at 888-307-0312 or at www.mitsubishi-hometheater.com.“/>
Silicon Optix incorporates the company’s Realta HQV video processing engine. The switcher converts NTSC or PAL standard-definition signals to high-definition images. Controlled via remote or RS232 serial link, the solution is software-programmable and upgradeable. The device includes two HDMI connectors, and can support up to eight-channel digital audio in its base configuration. It also accepts HDCP, DVI, composite video, and component analog formats for backward compatibility. Price: $2,899. Availability: currently available. For more information, see Silicon Optix at CEDIA booth 738, or contact the company at 408-487-9290 or at www.siliconoptix.com.“/>
Meridian Audio Limited has introduced the 200 Series and 300 Series DSP-based loudspeakers, which can be used as passive loudspeakers with external amplification or as remote active analog systems when driven with the company’s G41 powered crossover/amplifier. Designed for in-ceiling applications, the two-way 200 loudspeakers feature an 8-inch bass driver, a pivoting tweeter, and an optional crossover. The 300 loudspeakers offer in/on-wall mounting options, and include 6.5-inch bass drivers and a wide-dispersion ribbon tweeter. Price: $397 (200 Series); $2,395 to $4,495 (300 Series). Availability: currently available (all models). For more information, see Meridian Audio at CEDIA booth 264, or contact the company at 404-344-7111 or at www.meridian-audio.com.“/>
Panamax includes a 720 VAC isolation transformer that provides power for digital source components or displays. The conditioner is IP-ready and is available with an Ethernet card for remote diagnostic capabilities. It features ground lift, voltage regulation, balanced power, and EMI/RFI filtering. Price: N/A. Availability: currently available. For more information, see Panamax at CEDIA booth 260, or contact the company at 800-472-5555 or at www.panamax.com.“/>
Atlantic Technology is aimed at custom installation applications. The IWCB-626 (pictured here) includes a 6.5-inch graphite loaded homopolymer (GLH) cone woofer, while the IWCB-525 and IWCB-52 each feature 5.25-inch GLH woofers. The IWCB-525 and IWCB-626 also feature a second diaphragm mounted as a bass pressure driver for linearity and extended bass response, according to the company. Price: $950 (IWCB-626); $800 (IWCB-525); $600 (IWCB-52). Availability: currently available (all models). For more information, see Atlantic Technology at CEDIA booth 213, or contact the company at 781-762-6300 or at www.atlantictechnology.com.“/>
Wireworld are 1080p-compliant at up to 15-meter lengths. The cables feature die-cast zinc connector housings and silver-clad contacts. All models are UL-CL3- and CSA-FT4-rated for in-wall installations, and are available in lengths from 1 to 20 meters. Price: $299 per meter (Silver Starlight 52); $199.95 per meter (Starlight 52); $119.95 per meter (Ultraviolet 52); $59.95 per meter (Chroma 52). Availability: currently available (all models). For more information, see Wireworld at CEDIA booth 712, or contact the company at 954-680-3848 or at www.wireworldcable.com.“/>
Canton has introduced the InWall 500, InWall 500 LCR, InWall 650, and InWall 800 two-way loudspeakers, which are designed for custom installation applications. The InWall 500 has a 50 Hz to 30 kHz frequency response, an 86 dB SPL (1 W @ 1 m), and one 5.3-inch woofer. The InWall 500 LCR (pictured here) has a 42 Hz to 30 kHz frequency response, an 89 dB SPL (1 W @ 1 m), and two 5.3-inch woofers. The InWall 650 features a 45 Hz to 30 kHz frequency response, an 87 dB SPL (1 W @ 1 m), and a 6.5-inch woofer. The InWall 800 has a 42 Hz to 30 kHz frequency response, an 88 dB SPL (1 W @ 1 m), and an 8.3-inch woofer. Price: $224.50 (InWall 500); $349 (InWall 500 LCR); $274.50 (InWall 650); $324.50 (InWall 800). Availability: currently available (all models). For more information, see Canton at CEDIA booth 569, or contact the company at 612-706-9250 or at www.cantonusa.com.“/>
