2015
Strother Bullins on Alto Professional Live 1604 Analog Mixer
Alto Pro’s Live 1604 is trustworthy, usable, nice, and affordable.
Issue 8
2015
INFOCOMM BEST OF SHOW AWARDS 2015
These awards recognize outstanding products exhibited at the 2015 InfoComm Show.
2015
Tech Showcase: Acoustics and Sound Masking
Modern solutions to reducing noise and sound distractions that put all the calculation and setup behind the scenes to make an acoustically comfortable room.
2015
Proximity-based Communications
Adding beacons yields more intelligent digital signage in retail and out-of-home
2015
Aurora Multimedia IPX-TCW3 Transceiver
A three-gang transceiver wall plate with dual HDMI inputs and a single HDMI output.
2015
Visix Mobile Wayfinding App
can be used as an extension of traditional kiosk-based wayfinding or as a standalone solution
2015
Strother Bullins on Gibson Les Paul LP6 Reference Monitors
The LP Series’ LP6 offers a refreshing blast of color and style, not to mention a pleasurable speaker.
2015
DSP OVERHAUL
Wisconsin center replaces existing DSP and paging set-up with Symetrix SymNet Radius 12x8
2015
Digital Signposts: The Democratization of Content
Distributing the power of channel communications creation
2015
Christie LX1750
This new projector features a mechanical shutter to cut all light output and delivers 16,000 lumens.
2014
2014 Rental & Staging Product Award winners
2014 Rental & Staging Product Award winners were presented at InfoComm.
2014
Clear-Com FreeSpeak II
Operating in multiple license-free DECT bands from 1.897-1.933GHz, FreeSpeak II delivers improved roaming capability, digital “Clear-Com Sound” for intelligibility, and new features for a high performance and more robust...
2014
Clear-Com RS-701 Beltpack Review
Clear-Com has introduced the Encore analog party-line system, which includes the new one-channel RS-701 beltpack.
2014
InfoComm Best of Show Awards 2014
These awards recognize outstanding products exhibited at the 2014 InfoComm Show.
2014
Mattie St. Clair’s House of Spirits: Historical Installation Considerations
This historic brick building in downtown Minneapolis created a variety of "This Old House"-style challenges for AV integrator Entertech.
2014
Installation Mixers
The best thing about installing a house mixer today is that you’re no longer stuck with what you originally bought.
2014
Mackie SRM450 and SRM350
Both powered speakers feature 1,000W amps, feedback eliminator, and Mackie HD audio processing.
2014
Platinum Tools 500 MCM
Cutting cables up to 500 MCM, this tool has a locking latch, high-carbon tool steel cutting blades, and rust-resistant finish.
2014
Porter-Cable Impact Wrench
Offering up to 2,700 impacts-per-minute and up to 2,200 revolutions-per-minute, the Impact Wrench also features a forward/reverse rocker trigger switch for easy transition between fastening and loosening.
2014
Ensemble Designs BrightEye NXT 430-X
The BrightEye NXT 430-X converts various high-definition and standard-definition content to a common format to be routed seamlessly to HDMI and SDI destinations.
2014
XTA APA-4E8
Housed in a 2U chassis and weighing 28.2lbs., the APA-4E8 sports a front-panel interface with a large color LCD, which offers feedback of the amplifier status from any distance.
2014
Knipex Tools Orbis
The four-tool series has jaws offset by 25 degrees and includes long-nose pliers, combo pliers, diagonal cutter and cable cutter.
2014
Legrand Evolution Series Ceiling Box
The six versions include three units with a projector mount and several options for electrical circuitry.
2014
LG OLED Display
Rollable to a radius of 3cm, the flexible panel has a high-definition-class resolution of 1200x810 with almost 1 million megapixels.
2014
Harman Martin Professional MAC Quantum Series
The MAC Quantum LED light boasts outstandng features that sets new standards for combined performance, weight, and size.
2014
Coolux Pandoras Box Software
Pandoras Box 5.7 software features include Venue Sites, a new text editor, and ASIO and HD-SDI audio routing.
2014
Best Show Control or Presentation Product: Barco ClickShare Inside
Coupling two of Barco’s flagship products, the ClickShare wireless presentation system and its Present business projectors, this option consists of a CSM base unit and three cables that fit...
2014
Best Digital Signage Product: Samsung Electronics America D Series Commercial Displays with Next-generation Smart Signage Platform
This flexible new design approach features replaceable bezels in a variety of colors that enable users to customize signage to match any environment.
2014
Best Rental Management Software: IntelliEvent Lightning Enterprise
A cloud-based, full-featured event-management system, this is scalable to the largest organization requirements.
2014
Best 4K/UHD Video Processing Product: coolux Pandoras Box Quad Server version 5.5
The Pandoras Box Quad Server version 5.5 is a turnkey solution that unites state-of-the-art rendering technology with intuitive media and show control.
2014
Best Flatpanel Display – Rugged/Outdoor Display: NEC Display Solutions P703 LED/LCD Display
Perfect for 24/7 use in the harshest environments, the 70in. P703 NEC Display has internal temperature sensors with self-diagnostics and fan-based technology to prevent overheating and maximize lifetime.
2014
Best Video/Broadcast or Video/Streaming Product: Roland Systems Group VR-50HD Multi-Format AV Mixer
Ideal for live production to match SDI and/or HDMI video formats, aspect ratios, frame rates or input types.
2014
Best Video Signal Processing or Distribution Product: Analog Way Ascender 48 – ASC4806
Based on the LiveCore platform, Ascender 48 (Ref.ASC4806) is a 12x4+1 multiscreen seamless switcher that delivers varied display configurations.
2014
Best Video Projection Product – 10K Lumen or Less: Panasonic PT-DZ870U DLP projector with ultra-short-throw ET-DLE030 lens
This single-chip DLP projector creates bright, high-quality images with 8,500 lumens of brightness.
2014
Best Digital Signage Product – Media Player: Dataton AB WATCHPAX 2
Watchpax 2 is plug and play, features dual video outputs, and measures 5in. x 6in. x 1in. and weighs 16oz.
2014
Best Video Projection Product – High Lumen or Laser: Digital Projection HighLite Laser
The HighLite Laser’s more than 20,000 hours of illumination life allows for continuous operation with minimal maintenance needed and no lamps to replace.
2014
Best Projection Screen: AV Stumpfl Curve
Curve screen is available as a modular frame system product and can be built in many sizes and aspect ratios.
