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ProAV Today
WATCH: Disney creates new muppet animatronic with motion capture
Scooter dons a motion capture suit for his first-ever Audio Animatronic
ProAV Today
LG and Samsung announce the first panels achieving DisplayHDR 1000 True Black
Both manufacturers introduced their new panels at Computex 2026
ProAV Today
Disney patents new projection mapping system
Patent describes an automatic extendable projection surface
The Wire
Aurora Multimedia introduces Dante/AES67 over Wi-Fi
Morganville, NJ — June 2026 — Aurora Multimedia today announced a significant advancement in professional AV networking with the introduction of a new architecture designed to enable Dante® & AES67 audio networking over Wi-Fi infrastructure. The innovation will be formally unveiled the week...
The Wire
Sony Electronics Expands Professional Display Lineup with Crystal LED UNIFY, a 135-inch All-in-One Direct View Option
Crystal LED UNIFY Gives Customers an Inclusive Solution That Simplifies Ordering, Installation, Use, and Maintenance and Complements Sony’s BRAVIA® Professional Displays and Crystal LED Portfolio
ProAV Today
AV2 video codec released after multiple delays
Alliance for Open Media promises greater efficiency and support for multi-stream scenarios with new codec
Industry
AI Agents and AVoIP: SDVoE Alliance Positions AV-over-IP Platform for AI-Assisted Workflows
DVIGear's DisplayNet Connect for AI Agents Demonstrates How AI Assistants Can Design, Deploy, and Diagnose SDVoE Systems Through Natural Language
ProAV Today
Leatherman releases limited-edition Captain’s Crunch multitool
Straight from Leatherman's experimental line, the Captain's Crunch features locking pliers and gold accents
ProAV Today
Tokyo Lights 2026 takes over the city with projection mapping and light sculpture
Installations from international artists are on display for the 2026 festival
Featured
SVC Podcasts
Cindy & Cynthia Ask The Questions: Ross Video On Creating High-Quality Broadcast AV
AV Technology’s Cindy Davis and Sound & Video Contractor’s Cynthia Wisehart asked their respective audiences to share some questions about the real value of creating high-quality broadcast AV in non-traditional broadcast environments. During a candid discussion, they put the...
Awards
InfoComm 2026 Best of Show Awards nominations now open!
Future US proudly invites nominations for the Best of Show Awards at InfoComm 2026, presented by Sound & Video Contractor, AV Technology, Digital Signage, Installation, Mix, ITPro and Tech & Learning. These awards are intended to honor – and...
SVC Event
Best of Show at NAB 2026
Sony PXW-Z300 Camcorder with Video Content Authenticity Technology The Sony PXW‑Z300 handheld XDCAM 4K is announced by Sony as the world’s first camcorder to support real-time, standards-based content authenticity by adding unique digital signatures to MP4 video footage. It’s...
Industry
On the Circuit: MAXHUB US Headquarters
Grand opening is a message of commitment to North America--and to AI
The Wire
Elevation Worship in the Midst of its Sixth Tour Using Solid State Logic Live L650 and L550 Plus Consoles and the new UMD192 Interface
Nashville, Tennessee, 11th June, 2026 — Grammy Award-winning contemporary worship music group Elevation Worship recently completed the initial leg of its “Elevation Nights 2026” tour with Solid State Logic Live...
The Wire
The Case for Home Integration Professionals
Rising energy costs; the widespread increase in work from home (WFH); subscription-based entertainment; EV adoption; networked home security and access control; and other macro and micro forces are changing...
The Wire
Extron is Now Shipping its Customizable SSI 100 System Status Indicator
Anaheim, California (June 11, 2026) – Extron is now shipping its new SSI 100 System Status Indicator—a sleek, multi-colored backlit indicator designed to enhance visibility for room occupancy, activity...
Audio
L-Acoustics Introduces Digital Construction for Accurate As-Built Venue Capture
A new LiDAR-based service captures venues exactly as they are built, giving Certified Providers and venue owners a verified geometric foundation for Soundvision modeling and system design
The Wire
Ayrton MagicDot Neo Deliver Classic Rock’n’Roll Looks for Canadian Band TRIUMPH’s 50th Anniversary Tour
Canadian hard-rock power band TRIUMPH has begun its 50th Anniversary Tour with Ayrton MagicDot Neo providing powerful beam effects on stage. Toronto-based Phase 3 AV is the tour’s lighting...
The Wire
At InfoComm 2026, Lectrosonics Announces that the IFBT2.0 Interruptible Foldback Transmitter Base Station is Now Shipping
Las Vegas, NV (June 12, 2026) –At this year’s InfoComm 2026 in Las Vegas ( North Hall, Booth N7270,) Lectrosonics is pleased to announce that the IFB (Interruptible...
The Wire
Audinate Showcases the Future of Interoperable, Scalable AV Networking at InfoComm 2026
PORTLAND, Oregon — Audinate Group Limited (ASX: AD8), developer of the industry-leading Dante® AV-over-IP platform, will showcase the latest innovations in interoperable, scalable, and secure AV networking at InfoComm 2026,...
The Wire
Custom Channels Expands to Enterprise Scale at InfoComm 2026, Advancing Partner-First “Music Without Limits” Vision Across Any Platform and Every Business
New integrations, partner tools, and open platform capabilities demonstrate scalable, customized audio solutions from boutique businesses to global enterprises
InfoComm
Panasonic Projector & Display Americas to Showcase End-to-End Visual Experience Ecosystem at InfoComm 2026
Expanded MEVIX lineup of projectors & displays and workflow enhancements power innovative visual experiences across industries
Podcasts
SVC Podcasts
Cindy & Cynthia Ask the Questions: About Networked AV Pain Points
Sound & Video Contractor’s Cynthia Wisehart and AV Technology’s Cindy Davis asked their respective audiences to share questions about their networked AV pain points. During a candid discussion, they put the challenge to NETGEAR’s Alex Pendleton. Check out the...
On The Circuit
The SVC Interview: Modern Upselling
We talk with Cynthia Menna of ADI Global about the power of upselling
Entertainment
Cirque du Soleil Audio (Podcast 266)
The sophisticated Sennheiser Digital 6000 wireless system at work
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
Industry
Cheats & Workarounds
Sometimes conditions are not good, time is short, or trouble arises unexpectedly. Sometimes you can find a temporary (or permanent) solution that might be pushing the edge of standard...
Industry
May Pro AV Today Most Read Stories 2026
Meyer Sound introduces TIGRA line array and 1800-LFC subwoofer Meyer Sound is expanding its next generation of self-powered professional loudspeakers with the introduction of the TIGRA line array loudspeaker...
Industry
Magnetic Induction
Header photo: Store Norsk Leksikon A client of mine was complaining about hum in their audio mixer. This was a system that I had built and knew well. I...
Industry
April Pro AV Today Most Read Stories 2026
DJI sues FCC over import ban Chinese drone company DJI has filed a suit against the FCC, following the agency’s recent decision to prohibit imports of the company’s new...
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