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David Chiappini passes suddenly
Matrox Video Announces the Passing of Executive Vice President of Research and Development
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KNIPEX Tools introduces the TwinGrip pliers
The TwinGrip is the industry’s first five-adjustment push-button slip joint pliers and features both front and side gripping areas.
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Blackmagic Design Announces New Blackmagic Studio Cameras
New family of professional all-in-one studio cameras that include advanced broadcast features in an extremely portable design.
Need to Know
WATCH: “Acoustic tweezers” lift tiny ball off a board with sound
Futuristic it may seem, but the idea of using sound waves to levitate tiny objects is something we’ve seen demonstrated in a number of interesting ways. Scientists in Japan have now added another one to the list that...
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Samsung certifies VuWall VuScape controller for The Wall
Samsung’s new video wall processing certification program verifies seamless video wall integration and operations with its MicroLED technology in control rooms
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Sony debuts new HT-A9 home theater system and flagship HT-A7000 soundbar
With Dolby Atmos and 360 Reality Audio
Industry
Open Mic: Software Matters
Systems contractors are still learning about and understanding all that digital signage can do. It’s no longer a novelty, but rather, a dynamic medium for information that creates an entertaining, immersive experience—and sometimes a steep learning curve for technicians...
Flatscreens
Dell UltraSharp 5K Monitor
Debuting at CES 2021 and receiving an Innovation Award there, the Dell UltraSharp 40 (U4021Q) claimed the spot of the world’s first 40-inch ultrawide curved monitor with a 5120×2160 resolution, also known as 5K2K or WUHD. With a 21:9...
Flatscreens
Chief TiLED
Earlier this year, Chief announced white-glove direct view LED installation services for its Chief TiLED Video Wall Mounting System. The company says it recognizes risk mitigation is always top of mind when it comes to dvLED installations. From selecting...
Flatscreens
Absen Acclaim Pro
The A27 Pro MiniLED comprises the 1.27mm pixel pitch A2712 Pro and the 1.58mm pixel pitch A2715 Pro. Both have 600 nits brightness, a refresh rate of 1920-3840 Hz, and 14-bit color. Both are a standard size at 27.5”...
Flatscreens
Planar DirectLight Ultra Series
In June, Planar launched these premium fine pitch LED video wall displays that offer always-on, high performance, high-resolution display experiences at the finest pixel pitches from 0.6 to 0.9 millimeters for mission-critical and refined applications from control rooms to...
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“Leon Live”, A New Video Series by Leon, Debuts on Thursday, October 1st With an Exclusive Interview and Performance by Nashville Musician Devon Gilfillian
Looking to find new ways to stay connected in a time of canceled events and social distancing, Leon announced today the launch of a new video series called Leon Live.
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Singer Michael McCowin and Songwriter Kevin Wood “Shine” at Sweetwater Studios
September 4, 2020, Fort Wayne, IN – Michael McCowin; from Dallas, TX., spent the better part of three decades touring with Gospel music group Mighty Clouds of Joy before family commitments required him to move his family to Fort...
Audio
DiGiCo Quantum7 and SD12 Pair Loaded with KLANG Immersive System Give the Clients at Sixth Sense Creative House an Extrasensory Experience
Created as a place to “let creatives get creative,” Sixth Sense is the response envisioned by 3G Productions as the COVID-19 pandemic forces the live event industry to rethink itself
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Captioning 1 Billion Views and Counting with act.tv
act.tv streamlines live captions for streaming media with EEG Video’s Falcon and Lexi solutions.
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EEG Video Adds Geo Locations to Falcon for Improved Worldwide Performance
New regions deliver improved network performance and lower latency.
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Trinidad and Tobago’s #1 Telecom TSTT Partners with Snap One to Offer Customers Next-Gen Security and Smart Home Solutions
Award-winning ClareOne security panel enables video surveillance, video doorbells, remote system access and powerful home automation functions.
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ClearOne Sets August and September 2021 Dates for the ClearOne Re-Connections Tour!
New innovations like the BMA360 CT Microphone with Voice Lift, Versa MediaBar, and UNITE 180 ePTZ 180-degree camera take center stage for live demos.
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New Extron TouchLink interface delivers 4K video and control in a compact package
Anaheim, California (July 29, 2021) – Extron is pleased to introduce the TLI Pro 201 TouchLink Interface. The TLI Pro 201 allows a third-party 4K touchscreen display to be used as a point of...
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Renkus-Heinz Partners with Seapower Technology to Strengthen Presence in Taiwan
Seapower Technology, expert agents of audio technology, concepts, knowledge and experience with a focus on providing high-quality audio brands to AV professionals, has partnered with Renkus-Heinz to strengthen the company’s...
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Press Release: Biden-Harris Administration issues proposed Buy American Rule
Biden-Harris Administration will increase American-made content in federal purchases and bolster critical supply chains
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Blackmagic Design announces new Blackmagic Web Presenter 4K
New model combines all the Blackmagic Web Presenter HD features with an upgraded H.264 hardware encoder for native Ultra HD resolution streaming.
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Blackmagic Design announces new HyperDeck Studio
New family of HyperDeck Studio recorders allow broadcasters to record broadcast quality H.264, Apple ProRes and DNx video files to SD cards or SSD media!
Audio
L-Acoustics K, A, and X Series Bring Clarity to the Spoken Word at BYU-Idaho Center
Clearwing also integrates A Series system at Manwaring Center Hart Student Commons
Podcasts
Blog
PODCAST 243-2: Grace Polaris Church Gets Video Streaming Just in Time for Pandemic Pt 2
Church continues online services with all new AV gear in InteRise project
Blog
PODCAST 243-1: Grace Polaris Church Gets Video Streaming Just in Time for Pandemic Pt 1
Complete AV renovation by InteRise allows church to continue services online
Blog
PODCAST 242-2: Greater Baltimore Medical Center Gets the Word Out on Covid-19 Pt 2
Focal Point Productions provides Greater Baltimore Medical Center with professional videoconferencing
Blog
PODCAST 242-1: Greater Baltimore Medical Center Gets the Word Out on Covid-19 Pt 1
Focal Point Productions sets up their Facebook Live and townhall streaming
Industry
Best of Market ’21
The following products were judged from among submitted products for the annual Best of ISE/Best of Market ’21 awards. These winners reflect a commitment to our industry, not only...
Industry
Open Mic: Practical Interoperability
By Brad Price, Senior Product Marketing Manager at Audinate
Industry
CMA and representatives of Charley Pride issue statements
Trailblazing guest of honor at this year's CMA Awards is remembered for his music and leadership; CMA responds to COVID-19 speculation at socially-distanced live event.
Industry
Virtual Presence
In June, Almo Professional A/V announced an exclusive partnership with ARHT Media. The company is the global leader in the development, production and transmission of high-quality, low latency hologram...
Industry
Standards-based AV Infrastructure Over IP
By David Chiappini, Executive VP of R&D at Matrox and Chair of AIMS' Pro AV Working Group, and Samuel Recine, VP of Sales – AV/IT Group; Americas & Asia...
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