Da-Lite’s Tensioned Advantage Electric Screen is Available in the Modus VR Visual Experience Platform

February 8, 2024

Da-Lite announced its Tensioned Advantage electric screen with SightLine cable drop is available in the latest release of the Modus VR visual experience platform. Available as an option with the company’s Tensioned Advantage and Advantage electric screens, SightLine gives the impression of a floating screen. The single roller design suspension system features three or four […]

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Snap One is Aiming Access Networks Networking Lineup at ProAV Market Now

February 8, 2024

Snap One today announced that Access Networks is expanding to the commercial AV market and hopes to compete with NETGEAR and Luxul for ProAV applications. Access Networks has a portfolio of products that span project needs from simple to complex and include secure networking with Wi-Fi 6 access points, multi-gig switches and Sophos router/firewalls. For […]

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Extron Just Made Sending HDMI Through Fiber a Lot Easier

February 7, 2024

Extron announced that the FOX3 T 101 and FOX3 R 101 are now in stock and available. This compact fiber optic transmitter and receiver pair offer long haul transmission of HDCP-compliant HDMI video with embedded audio over fiber optic cabling. Engineered for exceptional high-resolution image performance, they use Extron all-digital technology to deliver mathematically lossless […]

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Comprehensive Connectivity Company Launched a 3×2 USB-C and HDMI Switcher

February 6, 2024

Comprehensive Connectivity Company launched the CSW-302PSMC Pro AV/IT Integrator Series 3×2 USB-C + HDMI 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 Matrix Switcher with USB 3.0 Hub, IP & RS232 Control and 60W PD. The CSW-302PSMC is a flexible 3×2 matrix switcher that they company says offers the two most used video input interfaces, HDMI and USB-C, along with […]

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Marshall CV730 30x UHD60 NDI PTZ Camera Now Works With Quicklink Remote Studio

February 6, 2024

Marshall Electronics announced that its CV730 30x UHD60 NDI PTZ camera is compatible with the Quicklink Remote Studio and ST250 multi-camera remote studio solution, allowing for “complete remote control of the camera and other elements of a studio from a single, easy and intuitive web-based user interface.” Quicklink Remote Studio controls camera pan/tilt/zoom/pedestals with automatic […]

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Vestel Monitors Can Now Host the TrilbyTV CMS

February 6, 2024

Vestel Visual Solutions partnered with TrilbyTV, an education content platform, in a collaboration aimed at the interactive learning market in K-12 and higher ed. Vestel has a new Android 13 System-on-Chip (SoC) embedded Interactive Display screen lineup designed for the needs of educational institutions and now it can host TrilbyTV’s CMS platform, enabling both local […]

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Lumio Releases ‘Spark’ Plan For Efficient Workflows

February 5, 2024

Lumio by SMART Technologies, a cloud-based learning platform, has unveiled a new plan, “Spark.” Lumio says the Spark plan offers new, additional capabilities and features designed to support schools, Multi-Academy Trusts and other organizations with “enhanced instructional consistency and more flexible lesson creation and delivery.” New features include an Organization Library, Shared Libraries, Co-Editing and […]

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Is CES an ‘AV Show?’

February 5, 2024

As a techy person, I have always been intrigued by the Consumer Electronics Show. It has always been a mix of amazing new technology and useless new technology. I am surprised, though, that the show does not get much coverage in our industry, particularly in the education sector. I think there are a couple of […]

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AVer Information Now Offers Cameras Compatible With Vivitek NovoConnect Ecosystem

February 5, 2024

AVer Information now offers cameras compatible with Vivitek’s NovoConnect ecosystem for an interactive wireless collaboration experience. NovoConnect allows users to integrate wireless sharing into any display in any type of room. It was created to allow large format display devices to have wireless collaboration and digital signage capabilities through any NovoConnect product. NovoDisplay and NovoTouch […]

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New Extron XPA U 4004 FX is Four-Channel, Multi‑Zone Power Amplifier

February 2, 2024

Extron introduced the XPA U 4004 FX four-channel, multi‑zone audio power amplifier. The company says this ENERGY STAR-qualified amplifier can deliver 400 watts simultaneously into 8-ohm, 4-ohm, 70-volt and 100-volt loads, independently configurable per channel. Each channel of an adjacent pair dynamically draws power from the pair’s total wattage, delivering optimal power where it’s needed […]

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Audio-Technica Adds VISCA-over-IP and Voice Lift to Its ATND1061 Beamforming Ceiling Array Microphone

February 1, 2024

Audio-Technica announced that the ATND1061 Beamforming Ceiling Array Microphone has received upgrades with its latest firmware update, including VISCA (Video System Control Architecture)-over-IP and Voice Lift technology. The company says VISCA offers synchronized control of multiple video peripherals, improving interoperability and meeting equality. Using VISCA-over-IP, users can position the camera to match with the audio […]

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SMART Technologies Inks Distribution Deal With TD Synnex in USA

February 1, 2024

SMART Technologies has a partnership with TD SYNNEX in the United States. TD SYNNEX is a global distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem. The companies say this partnership will offer more diverse buying options, giving education, public sector and business customers more ways to access interactive technology that helps create “meaningful connections.” SMART […]

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Panasonic Shows New RQ7 Series 1-Chip DLP Projector

February 1, 2024

Panasonic Connect unveiled the RQ7 Series 1-Chip DLP Projector positioned between the FRQ60 Series (6,000lm) and the REQ12 Series (12,000lm), the RQ7 Series (7,500lm) but still aimed for mapping in galleries, museums and Location-Based Entertainment (LBE) attractions. The company says the new projector RQ7/RQ6 is native 4K and uses a 0.65-inch (16:9) DLP chip and […]

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BenQ’s RE03 Board Series Interactive Whiteboard Integrates InstaShare 2 Wireless

February 1, 2024

BenQ debuted the RE03 Board Series interactive whiteboard integrated with InstaShare 2 wireless, identity management and antimicrobial technology aimed at the K-12 education market. Using license-free whiteboarding software, teachers can use any interactive lessons where they can choose the pen color, erase, open files or take screenshots. Like the rest of the BenQ Board smart […]

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Philips Professional Displays Announced Its First All-in-one Direct Led Displays, Available in 4k or 8k Resolutions

January 31, 2024

PPDS (aka: Philips Professional Displays) announced its first All-in-One direct LED displays and it’s available in either 4K and 8K resolutions; dubbed the Philips Unite LED All In One (AIO) Series. The new Philips Unite LED AIO 16:9 range consists of – at launch –of four new models, including the 4000, 4200, 5000 and 7000 […]

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Panasonic Connect Debuts Media Production Suite for Live Events

January 31, 2024

Panasonic Connect announced its new software-based Media Production Suite to consolidate PC software for Panasonic’s professional camera systems into one convenient platform. The company says it provides access to multiple functions on a single GUI screen for highly intuitive and efficient on-site video production. The Media Production Suite, available free of charge, also offers various […]

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AVer and Shure Collaborate on Voice Tracking Integration

January 31, 2024

AVer Information has partnered with Shure to integrate AVer’s PTZ Link and MT300(N) Matrix Tracking Box with Shure’s Microflex Advance MXA920 Ceiling Array Microphone, enabling simple-to-use voice tracking functionality for AVer’s AI Auto Tracking and Professional PTZ cameras. The companies say the AVer PTZ Link and the MT300(N) with PTZ Link Premium are designed to […]

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Xilica and AVer Partnership Allows for Voice-Based PTZ Camera Tracking

January 31, 2024

Xilica and AVer Information announced a technology partnership to support the growing demand for voice-based Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) camera tracking functionality in medium and large collaboration spaces, such as conference rooms, multi-purpose rooms, auditoriums and classrooms. The manufacturers have integrated control and monitoring of AVer’s VISCA-based PTZ camera range into Xilica’s room audio systems, offering a […]

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AMX Adds to Its SVSI N3300 AV-over-IP Product Line With New Dante AV-H System

January 31, 2024

The new AMX SVSI N3300 Series Encoders and Decoders are capable of H.26x 4K@60 4:4:4 Dante AV-H video content. In addition to transmitting HDCP content from N3300 Encoders to Decoders, the company says the Series also features transport of full-bandwidth USB 2.0 signals between encoders and decoders, recording of video to a USB 3.0 external […]

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Sony Professional Displays Announces BRAVIA Displays, PTZ Cameras With AI and Environmental Initiative

January 31, 2024

Sony Professional Displays debuted the new BRAVIA BZ-L lineup and PTZ cameras (including the SRG-A12, SRG-A40, with enhanced AI PTZ Auto-framing capabilities) today. It also launched the BZ50L, BZ35L, BZ30L and EZ20L in various sizes, with the premium signage model being the BZ40L. Sony says the products are all aimed at making lessons more engaging, […]

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Samsung Wows With Crazy Good Transparent MicroLED; Like Seriously Good

January 30, 2024

Samsung debuted Transparent MICRO LED in the form of an actual commercial display using an extremely small MICRO LED chip, and it looks crazy good. The transparent MICRO LED can be customized to any size or ratio, offering another level of customization for customers. This technology could revolutionize the retail and exhibition spaces (depending on […]

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Samsung Intros Display Compatibility With Google Enterprise Devices Licensing Agreement (EDLA)

January 30, 2024

Samsung debuted its fort Google Enterprise Devices Licensing Agreement (EDLA)-certified interactive displays (model name: WAD) expected to launch in the first half of 2024. Powered by Android 13, the WAD series — available in 65-, 75-, and 86-inch models — provides a “seamless and intuitive learning experience” for teachers and students alike. Samsung says the […]

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Samsung Details New SmartThings for Business for the ProAV Market

January 30, 2024

Samsung is bringing SmartThings to its B2B displays with “SmartThings for Business” that enables business owners to leverage their digital signage to connect and gain more control of their smart devices across various landscapes. SmartThings connectivity feature to commercial display products such as Smart Signage and Hotel TVs, users can experience the convenience of hyper-connectivity […]

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Panasonic Connect Focuses on Sustainability With New Projector

January 30, 2024

Panasonic Connect announced its most sustainable projector to date with the introduction of the LCD MZ882 Series. With brightness up to 8,200 lumens, the company says the MZ882 Series “sets a new benchmark for visual quality in education and workspaces while placing a strong emphasis on sustainability and cost performance.” Panasonic says the MZ882 Series […]

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Shure Announces Microflex Advance MXA901 Conferencing Ceiling Array Microphone

January 30, 2024

Shure announced the launch of the Microflex Advance MXA901 Conferencing Ceiling Array Microphone, featuring a low profile round form factor, available in white, black and aluminum finishes. Following the launch of MXA902 in 2023, Shure says the MXA901 expands the Microflex Ecosystem TM portfolio with a modern audio solution ideal for delivering enhanced directional voice […]

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Aurora Adds AI-Based Control System Capability into ReAX; Dubbed Core Studio AI

January 29, 2024

Aurora just announced the ReAX Core Studio AI, an AI for creating graphical user interfaces (GUIs) and control logic code. AI will now allow a programmer to enter the required parameters, and in seconds, JavaScript code will appear for use. The company says this will make programming quicker and easier and will educate new programmers […]

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ScreenBeam Adds Digital Signage with New FLEX; Aims at Education and UCC

January 29, 2024

ScreenBeam announced a new wireless sharing system dubbed the ScreenBeam FLEX. ScreenBeam FLEX enables native wireless presentation from any operating system without special software or drivers. The company says the FLEX is aimed at SMB and higher education customers and includes a built-in HTML 5.0 digital signage player, interactive flat panel support for wireless inking […]

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AtlasIED Invests in Aimline and Creates ALXD and ALXP Aimline Series of Loudspeakers

January 29, 2024

AtlasIED just announced a significant equity stake in German loudspeaker manufacturer Aimline. The investment brings the Aimline products into the AtlasIED product portfolio. Simultaneously, AtlasIED introduced the Aimline Series of loudspeakers, ALXD and ALXP, which are digitally steerable and passive column array loudspeakers. AtlasIED’s new Aimline Series ALXD and the ALXP column loudspeakers are designed […]

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The New ScreenBeam 1000 EDU Gen 2 Is Aimed at K-12 Education Applications

January 29, 2024

ScreenBeam announced a wireless sharing system aimed at K-12 education called the ScreenBeam 1000 EDU Gen 2. An integrated Whiteboard application on the ScreenBeam 1000 EDU Gen 2 enables a collaborative whiteboard experience that launches “directly from your interactive flat panel display without changing sources, pushing buttons, or re-connecting to the display.” The ScreenBeam 1000 […]

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MSolutions MS-41Q is 18G 4K Compatible Quadview Video Processor for Digital Canvassing

January 29, 2024

MSolutions introduced a quadview video processor to scale and display four video sources in a single screen. The company says the new MS-41Q can accept four HDMI sources and upscale any input resolution to 4K@60 4:4:4 with up to 18Gbps bandwidth for monitoring of live production, security and other applications. The MSolutions MS-41Q provides six […]

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Sony, Nureva Create Large-Room Audio and Video Reference Bundle

January 25, 2024

Sony Electronics and Nureva have teamed up to create a large-room audio and video reference bundle. Featuring select Sony SRG series pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) and remote cameras — including the AI-powered SRG-A40 and SRG-A12 cameras and the SRG-XP1 box camera — and the Nureva HDL410 audio-conferencing system, the interconnected and easy-to-specify solution provides automated audio-based camera […]

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Xyte Debuts Xyte Connect to Put Any AV Manufacturer on the Cloud

January 25, 2024

Xyte, developer of the first all-in-one servitization platform for device and hardware manufacturers, today announced the launch of Xyte Connect, which the company says enables original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and industry partners to share data through the cloud and collaborate on device configuration, setup, support, updates and monitoring and management. “This is a stand-up-and-look moment […]

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