May 2012
Tech Showcases
3D/Large Venue Projectors
By Llanor Alleyne
While large flatpanel displays get a lot of attention as the visualization outlet of choice for many venues, projectors are still ideal for application briefs that feature large audiences in complicated lighting situations. …
Wireless Microphones
By Bennett Liles
Huge changes have come about in the wireless microphone industry since the last big functional innovation with diversity reception….
Reviews
Clear-Com Tempest900 Intercom System Review
Reviewer: John McJunkin
Clear-Com has introduced the Tempest900 system, a wireless system of substantial power and flexibility….
Carvin EM900 In-ear Monitor Review
Reviewer: John McJunkin
The EM900 system consists of an EM901 beltpack receiver, an EM900 transmitter, and a pair of EM902 earbuds. …
Columns & Features
Virtual Education
By Cynthia Wisehart
The first thing I notice about the new Virtual Reality Design Lab at the University of Minnesota’s College of Design is that it’s flooded with light. Or—from the viewpoint of an RF motion capture sensor—it’s flooded with noise. …
Array, or not to array? That is the Question, Part 2
By Bob McCarthy
The two avenues we will explore are pattern stretching and pattern bending. In both cases, as you will see, the traditional thinking of coverage angle will give way to visualizing coverage shape. …
Wireless Microphones for Higher Education
By Bennett Liles
The higher education environment is a hugely challenging place for AV people and gear. …
On the Circuit
By Cynthia Wisehart
At NAB this year 4K (and 48fps and 60fps) were among the prominent topics, partly because prominent voices such as James Cameron and Red’s Jim Jannard made it so. …
Establishing Shared Values and Ethics
By Bradley A. Malone, PMP
We’ve all heard how different generations of people (baby boomers, Gen X, Gen Y) work and live differently. …
The Buzz
HD Cable Distribution
The owners of the Chicago Pizza and Sports Grille restaurants in Jacksonville, Fla., pride themselves on offering an “outstanding atmosphere.” …
YouTube Channel: Wireworks
MusiLux is part of the WireLux line of ultra-flexible cables, which also includes InstaLux….
Prepare for Future Job Opportunities
Provided by CEDIA
Having a wide variety skills in your technician tool box is a great way to make sure you’re ready for any job that comes your way. …
Improve Business Perfomance With NSCA University At InfoComm 2012
Provided by NSCA
Join NSCA University during InfoComm 2012, June 11-15 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas to improve your business performance and increase profits. …
NSCA’s Regional Estimating & Project Management Training Available In A City Near You
Provided by NSCA
Attend one of three scheduled estimating and project management trainings in 2012 and ensure an improved bottom line with proper estimating and systems project management skills….
Information Needed to Update Labor Installation Standards
Provided by NSCA
A new survey released by the National Systems Contractors Association (NSCA) will provide updates on labor installation standards for the commercial low voltage electronic systems industry. …
InfoComm Roundtables Coming to a City Near You
Don’t miss InfoComm’s North American regional roundtables. …
InfoComm to Release Global Market Definition and Strategy Study
At InfoComm 2012 InfoComm will be releasing the Market Definition and Strategy Study. …
Don’t Miss the InfoComm International Compensation and Benefits Report
How much do AV CEOs earn? What benefits do most AV firms offer? Do certified AV professionals earn higher salaries? …
WEBINAR: The What, Why, and How of Sustainable AV
In the first webinar of the Green AV University series, viewers learn the history of green AV and where it stands now. …
WHITEPAPER: Best Practices In Overhead Paging For Healthcare Facilities
This paper reviews current industry trends, as well as the role that network-based public address (PA) plays in future-proofing hospital PA systems….
Soundcraft ViSi Remote Mobile App
ViSi Remote iPad app enables a single iPad to control multiple consoles from the Soundcraft Vi Series and Soundcraft Si Compact range on one wireless network. …
New Products
Antelope Audio Rubicon
The Rubicon is a 384kHz digital audio preamplifier which integrates the 10M Rubidium atomic clock….
PLUS N-20 and M-17 Series
The M-17 Series copyboards have the same features as the N-20, except that only black and white copies of meeting notes can be saved….
Sound Devices PIX-Dock
The PIX-Dock by Sound Devices is an SSD mounting accessory that also operates as a multi-format interface to attach the SSD to a computer for file transfer and management via PIX-CADDY and Thunderbolt technology….
DPA Microphones d:vote
Building on the 4099 instrument clip mic series, d:vote has enhanced the shock mount to provide even better absorption….
Altinex TP115-120 and TP 115-121
The TP115-120 provides transmission of computer and HDTV video signals over twisted pair-type (Cat-5/6) cable while the TP115-121 receives these signals over twisted pair-type (Cat-5/6) cable….
FSR WB-200, PWB-203, and PWB-250
The PWB-200, PWB-203, and PWB-250 feature an interior with flat sides to maximize capacity and an IPS knockout capable of mounting up to six single plates….
Contemporary Research 232-Amp+
The 232-Amp+ is a mixer/amplifier designed for flatpanel displays and video projectors….
EAW Powercube
Each Powercube amplifier rack includes electrical power distribution, 12 channels of amplifier power with integrated digital signal processing, and 12 channels of input and output….
Bose FreeSpace IZA 250-LZ/190-HZ and FreeSpace ZA 250-LZ/190-HZ
The FreeSpace IZA amplifiers are designed for background/foreground music and paging applications….
Gefen ToolBox 8×8 Matrix for HDMI with FST
The ToolBox 8×8 Matrix for HDMI with FST matrix switcher allows direct connections between different HD sources and displays without networking….
Meyer Sound 1100-LFC
The 1100-LFC low-frequency control element is a self-powered loudspeaker operating in the range of 28Hz to 100Hz….
Yamaha CL Series
The Yamaha CL Series is a Dante network-based console….
PreSonus BlueTube DP V2
The solid-state path feeds PreSonus’ BlueTube DP V2 dual-path mic/instrument preamp with 80dB of variable gain….
Delta Products WX series
The WX series video walls rely on Ultra Short Throw front projection and edge-blending technologies….
Hitachi CP-D31N
The CP-D31N can project an 80in. image at a distance of 32in. …
Snell Kahuna 360 Compact
The Snell Kahuna 360 Compact offers 1080p switching in a 6RU chassis. …
AMX Modero X Series Touch Panels
This family of frameless widescreen touchpanels with a low-profile design offer more real estate for control, applications, and video….
Extron HDMI DA2
The HDMI DA2 is a one-input, two-output distribution amplifier for HDMI video and embedded multi-channel digital audio….
FOR-A HVS-390HS
The HVS-390HS, a compact video switcher, is available in 1 M/E and 2 M/E versions and includes 16 HD/SD-SDI inputs and eight outputs….
OmniMount PROCFCART
The PROCFCART is a mobile cart for applications requiring flexible and portable large display solutions….
