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October 2014

October 2014

Tech Showcases

Line Arrays

By Bennett Liles

One of the biggest steps forward in line arrays has been software with configurable DSP and system dispersion prediction, but there have been advances in the physical boxes themselves….

Signal Distribution

By Christopher Maione, CTS-D, DSCE, DMC-D

The digital environment has presented several challenges in routing and distributing signals including copy protection, signal resolution, and cable/performance distances….

Columns & Features

On the Circuit

By Cynthia Wisehart

The desire for networks is growing in part because technology has advanced, but also because user culture is fundamentally changing….

Church Concert

By Joy Zaccaria

After consolidating into a new church, the it was time to upgrade the AV technology to a concert-level experience….

The Buzz

Small Signal Audio Design

This book offers practical approaches to using inexpensive and readily available parts to obtain state-of-the-art audio performance….

Extron Certification Programs

Extron Control Specialist (ECS) and Extron Control Professional (ECP) have been added to the program….

An Interview with Quince Imaging

The company has itself to image analysis, determining the best tools to meet the requirements of demanding applications and going beyond what the typical AV contractor supplies….

Roll Up Your Sleeves at CEDIA Business Xchange 2015

By Jeremy J. Glowacki

A new CEDIA event planned for 2015 will bring together company owners and managers, manufacturers, and sales representatives….

Special Report: Education

NYU’s TV Center Goes Digital with Blonder Tongue

With an analog-to-digital upgrade of the NYU headend, the staff needed to find DTV solutions that would bring efficiency and reliability to the center’s operations….

Technotrix and Martin Audio Cover Musical Graduation Ceremonies

Columbia College Chicago’s commencement exercises are characterized by a wide variety of musical styles, ensembles, and performances….

Products for the Education Market

A variety of AV products for the education market, including projectors, stands, switches, and screens….

Review

Shure PGA31 Headworn/CVL-BC Lav /BLX Wireless Review

By John McJunkin

This system of utility products in inexpensive — but don’t take that to mean they’re cheaply made….

Rental & Staging: Technology for Live Events

The Big Picture

By David Keene

The Rental Staging Roadshow held in Manhattan was a lively day of panels, presentations, gear exhibits, and networking for a couple hundred industry professionals….

Economic Snapshot Tracks Shifting Sentiment

“The InfoComm Economic Snapshot, a free report for InfoComm members, shares sentiments about the current AV marketplace, and contains insights into members’ thoughts.about the future.”…

Distinguish Yourself — Become an InfoComm International AV Provider of Excellence

There’s an ideal ways for an integrator demonstrate his or her acquired knowledge and experience: Claim the APEx Title….

Still a Few Roundtables, University Days and Networking Events Left

These events give you the chance to openly discuss the challenges and opportunities you face on the job….

AV on a Global Scale

The 2014 Market Definition and Strategy Study, conducted on behalf of InfoComm, projects that AV products and services will be a $114 billion global industry by 2016….

Connect With a Mentor

InfoComm offers a mentor program for AV pros to help give them the needed guidance to further their careers….

Open a New World of Standards Resources

Developed by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, in a collaborative effort with InfoComm, this free resource allows you to sort standards by region, topic and industry role, and more….

Sourcing Success: People Before Products

By Midori Connolly

The most pressing issue in the R&S industry? Don’t forget talent acquisition and retention….

4K and Beyond

By David Keene

The introduction of true 4K from one projector is a welcome development….

4K is a Game Changer for Live Events

By Les Goldberg, LMG

4K Ultra HD not only looks spectacular on a flat panel, but the possibilities for presentations on the big screen are endless….

New Products

Christie Velvet

The new smart design LED tiles are available in various sizes and can be configured according to customer needs built-to-order in 1.875 mm, 2.5 m, 3 mm and 4 mm pixel pitches….

BenQ High Brightness Professional Projectors

Boasting 6,000 lumens of dual lamp brightness, full HD 1080p picture quality, flexible installation features, Hollywood Quality Video (HQV), and optional long- and short-throw lenses (TH963)….

DVIGear Adds Universal Presentation Switcher, Scaler

This unit is engineered for use in conference rooms, training facilities, classrooms, auditoriums, and other presentation applications….

NEC X554UNS LCD Display

The 55-inch X554UNS is a direct LED-backlight LCD display, which allows for improved brightness uniformity, reduced power consumption and mercury-free components….

Martin M-Series Software 3.4

This latest version of the M-Series software brings new features as well as improvements to make the entire system faster, more accurate, responsive and more efficient….

Video Clarity ClearView Shuttle 4K

The ClearView Shuttle 4K records the 4K source reference video (or an imported 4K file) and then plays back the sequence at up to 60 Hz in real time….

Kramer Electronics K-Touch System

Thes scalable line of controllers provides IR, RS-232, IP, Relay, RS-485, and GPI/O control….

IHSE USA draco vario 483

This extender series extends signals up to 140 meters over Cat-X or 10km over single-mode fiber….

FSR DV-HMSW4K-88

The router sends eight HD sources to any eight HDTV displays….

Stewart Audio Power Amplifiers

Four different models provide mono or stereo outputs with a variety of powe levels and audio inputs….

Haivision Connect DVR

This service delivers one or two high-quality, synchronized, time-delayed streams from the source venue to up to 25 remote locations….

Extron Electronics AXP 64 C AT

This audio expansion processor has six mic/line inputs and four line outputs for remote connectivity to a Dante-enabled DMP 128 audio system….

d&b audiotechnik Open Control Architecture

This update to the D80 amplifier adds the control protocol….

Blonder Tongue MTSA-PRO, BTPRO-7000S

Easily configure, calibrate, and test various types of RF and IP video networks with a compact design that simplifies in-the-field measurements….

D-Tools System Integrator 2015

The software offers improved functionality in inventory, data, and project management with QuickBooks, third-party integrations, and mobile connectivity….

Opticomm-EMCORE AFC-HDMI2 HDMI

These active fiber cables are for distribution of high-definition video up to 4K UHD resolution….

DVIGear DVI-3571a

The unit accepts up to eight video inputs: three HDMI (or DVI), three RGB analog (VGA), one component video, and one composite video….

Black+Decker 4V MAX*

This drill features a handle that rotates 90 degrees to allow for either pistol-grip or inline orientations, and it includes a USB wall charger….

Samsung Electronics UD970

This 31.5in. low-glare PLS 178-degree wide viewing angle panel has 40 percent more viewing area than a standard 27in. monitor….

Grund Audio Design ACX Series Additions

The active monitors are designed as a budget-friendly sound reinforcement solution for the 200- to 400-seat houses….

SēVision 3D GX

These screens feature micro-perforation viewing surfaces that eliminate moiré and allow speakers to be placed directly behind….

Open Mic

Projector Lamps: Distinguishing Between Counterfeit and OEM

By Paul Gasteiger, CEO of RelampIt

Been burned by a fake-branded projector lamp? Understanding the distinction between counterfeit and OEM is a priority….

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