
SVC June 2012
Tech Showcases
Outdoor Speakers

By Bennett Liles
The great outdoors is no barrier to great sound, especially with the newer models of outdoor speakers now available. …
LED/LCD Monitors

By Mark Johnson
Back in the day the word “monitor” was usually used to describe a very accurate broadcast display (though in those days it was a CRT). …
New Products
GefenPRO 8×8 Matrix for HDMI w/4 ELR/POL

The GefenPRO 8×8 Matrix for HDMI w/4 ELR/POL offers full cross-point routing among all eight sources and displays using HDMI….
Mitsubishi 56P-QF65LCU
Mitsubishi’s 56P-QF65LCU monitor offers 4K resolution (3840×2160 pixels)….
Christie SKA-3D

The SKA-3D digital cinema processor delivers high audio performance and 2D/3D image playback from many content source on any brand of projector….
Hitachi TB-1 Wireless USB Tablet

The TB-1 features an 8in. by 5in. touch-sensitive screen that lets users write or draw over video or still images that are projected….
Altinex CNK261, CNK271, CNK361, CNK260

Each Cable-Nook Jr. or Cable-Nook interconnect package installs into a table’s surface and includes a dual AC power plate and a set of retaining grommets….
SunBriteTV Signature Series
The 32-, 55-, and 65in. models are designed to resist rain, humidity, salt corrosion, dust, and insects….
Peavey Impluse 261

The Impulse 261 features two 6.5in. woofers and a 1in. neodymium-loaded, titanium dome tweeter mounted on a waveguide….
Crown Audio I-Tech 4x3500HD DriveCore Series

The I-Tech 4x3500HD incorporates Crown’s Class I engine with DriveCore technology….
Contemporary Research 232-ATSC+1

The 232-ATSC+1 HDTV tuner includes Ethernet, web, RS-232, and IR control, frontpanel USB for updates, and new text-based menus for easy setup….
Point Source Audio CO-5w
The waterproof version features a special water-protected mic element….
Optoma TL30W and TL50W

Both projectors offer wireless connectivity to WiFi-capable PCs, smartphones, or tablets….
Video Mount Products ER-1-4PKIT

The ER-1-4PKIT Expansion Kit for the ER-1 Equipment Rack transforms a two-post rack into a four-post rack….
MultiDyne KVM-1000
The KVM-1000 was designed to transport computer graphics while extending computer control via USB….
Phoenix Audio Technologies Quattro3

All models in the Q3 family can be daisy-chained and powered from a single source, using a standard Ethernet cable….
Reviews
Mackie ProFX16 Mixer

Reviewer: John McJunkin
A client for whom I recently did a conference room redesign and upgrade specified that the company would like for the conferences to be made available for live streaming over the Internet. …
Roland VR-3 and VR-5 Review

Reviewer: Jan Ozer
If you or a customer are looking for an inexpensive video switcher with a small footprint for embedded or portable use, you need to check out the Roland VR-3 and VR-5 multichannel SD switchers….
Columns & Features
Multipurpose Museum

By Cynthia Wisehart
In the process of the renovation, the New-York Historical Society Museum has not just become a 21st century museum but also a competitive events venue. …
InfoComm 2012: Pro Audio

By Mike McIntyre
In this article I have featured a few new pro audio products that will either be debuting at InfoComm or have recently been introduced and are worthy of your consideration while on the show floor. …
InfoComm 2012: Pro Video

By Jonathan Brawn CTS, ISF, ISF-C, DSCE, DSDE, DSNE
The two things we have come to expect from InfoComm are a trend-setting tradeshow and an excellent curriculum of continuing education courses taught by industry experts from around the world. …
AV/IT Expertise: Sustainable Technology Environments Program
The term “green AV” describes the effort the professional audio/video industry is taking to implement energy efficient and environmentally friendly measures in all aspects of the industry. …
EASE Modeling for a Multipurpose Venue, Part 1

With Bennett Liles
North Carolina’s Elon University had an auditorium designed for a its huge pipe organ, but they needed a sound system that could cope with its multi-use role. …
EASE Modeling for a Multipurpose Venue, Part 2
With Bennett Liles
North Carolina’s Elon University needed a complete sound system upgrade for its revered Whitley Auditorium….
On the Circuit
By Cynthia Wisehart
Looking at the new exhibitors at InfoComm, I see some definite areas of interest: flexible displays, videoconferencing, and Corning Gorilla Glass, to name a few….
Ethernet AVB
By Mike Sims
I sense change coming in the world of AVB, and many of us who have been following its progress are happy to see it. …
The Buzz
NSCA Members Honored During 30th Year Celebration
NSCA will begin its year-long celebration of its 30th year starting at InfoComm during the Member Appreciation Reception at the NSCA booth, C11536, on Thursday, June 14, from 3-5 p.m. …
Business Skills Give Integrators the Advantage
It’s not too late. You can still register for a variety of educational sessions offered through NSCA University during InfoComm 2012. …
Industry Bands Holds Charity Concert at InfoComm
Join the NSCA Education Foundation and The Drunk Unkles from 9-11 p.m. on June 14, at Gilley’s Saloon in Treasure Island Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, during InfoComm 2012. …
NSCA and Women in AV Come Together at InfoComm 2012
Join NSCA and the Women in AV (WAVE) on Wednesday, June 13, from 3 – 4 p.m. for an informal networking reception sponsored by FSR at the NSCA booth, #C11536. …
CEDIA Expo: Why You Need to Be at this Year’s Show
If you’re looking for a place to explore new business opportunities look no further, with 135 Education courses, 121 product categories featured, and 444 exhibitors, CEDIA Expo is a worthwhile investment….
YouTube Channel: BTX Technologies

In this video, you will learn how to terminate the coaxial video contacts, the audio/control contacts and the RJ-45 connectors for the ProBlox and ProBlox-D connectors….
Distributed Worship Audio

Founded nearly half a century ago in Northampton Township, Penn., Saint Bede the Venerable has grown to more than 10,000 parishioners. The church recently underwent a $5 million renovation and expansion….
Videowall Visualization

Dubbed Raidious Control, Raidious’ new office space is located right over the Hard Rock Café in a historic downtown Indianapolis building. …
InfoComm International Mobile App
To make the most of your InfoComm membership year-round, download the new InfoComm International app….
Networked AV System Class Offered at InfoComm University
InfoComm University is offering an important new class, “Networked AV Systems.” …
InfoComm’s Latest Award Winners
InfoComm recognizes this year’s Educator of the Year and Adele DeBerri Award winners….