February 7, 2012
Altinex Control Packages
Altinex is offering two AV system
control packages. Each offering
provides the same functionality, with
the primary difference being the
port capacity of the Neutron series
controllers central to each
system. The Altinex Control
Package #1 features a
neutron controller that
provides two RS-232
bi-directional ports, two
IR ports, two relay ports, and two sensor ports. The Altinex Control
Package #2 is intended for larger AV system designs.
GlobalVue GVC3200LED
GlobalVue’s GVC 3200LED
commercial LED television is
designed specifically to meet
the needs of commercial venues.
GlobalVue’s LED televisions
incorporate market-specific
technologies, such as US B cloning
and volume limiters. All GlobalVue
TV sets are backed by a two-year
advanced replacement warranty,
making them an attractive, low-risk
purchase. The series will feature a high luminance and contrast ratio,
with low reflection and low color-shift image quality. Also included is
3D noise reduction.
Hitachi CP-X3021WN, CP-X2521WN
Hitachi’s CP-X3021WN
and CP-X2521WN
networkable mobile
projectors offer versatile
networking and
connectivity options
for business and educational applications. Both projectors incorporate
Hitachi’s new intelligent eco feature, which automatically changes the
brightness of the lamp according to the level of the input signal. The
lamp becomes brighter when the input signal is high and dimmer when
the input signal is low, reducing energy consumption and conserving
lamp life. The CP-X3021WN delivers 3,200 ANSI lumens brightness
while the CP-X2521WN provides 2,700 ANSI lumens.
Christie YK50
Christie’s YK 50 dual-arm projector
yoke is smaller than the Christie
YK 100 (single-arm yoke) and
Christie YK 200 (dual-arm yoke),
and is suitable for live events, theater
productions, and staging applications
in small- to mid-sized venues where
moving video and lighting enhance the
audience experience, but space is at a
premium. The Christie YK 50, designed
for the Christie LX700 or Christie
LHD700 projectors, can be used as a moving
light or moving video projector. The Christie YK 50, when combined with
the Christie LX700 or Christie LHD700, provides 7,000 ANSI lumens.
Roland V-1600
Roland Systems Group’s Roland V-1600HD multiformat
video switcher’s new update provides
additional scaling functions to both the program
and aux outputs in all modes. This includes
common LED video wall aspect ratio presets such as
4:3, 5:4, 5:3 and 16:9 plus a manual, pixel accurate
mode where any wall
size or aspect ratio
can be dialed in.
From that setting
you can then scale
the source material
within the output space
with crop, zoom, and
position adjustments.
Covid Rainbow Fish
Covid is now distributing the
Rainbow Fish fiber optic HDMI
cables that allow for HDMI
transmission over fiber optics.
When using the Rainbow Fish
cables, users can connect
up to 1,000-foot lengths
with no signal degradation.
These fiber HDMI cables are
in-wall/riser rated. The cable
is equipped with a US B power
cable integrated into the
receiving HDMI connector. The
housing is constructed of high
durability composite material
for necessary protection of
the internal HDMI to fiber
transfer.
d&b audiotechnik E4 and E5
In order to expand the offering
within the E-Series, d&b is
launching the new E4 and
E5 loudspeakers that are
lightweight, two-way passive
loudspeakers that employ
a four-inch and five-inch
LF driver respectively and
a coaxially mounted wide
dispersion dome tweeter.
Both are mounted in highly
compact enclosures and offer
wide symmetrical dispersion
patterns in the horizontal
and vertical plane, while the
cabinets may be mounted in
either attitude.
Auralex ProMAX Panels
Auralex Acoustics’ ProMAX panels are designed as a portable,
lightweight, yet highly effective absorption treatment for
run-and-gun recording situations, such as studio rentals, live
events, temporary recording applications and any location
where mounting acoustical treatments to the wall are not
possible or ideal. The flexible absorption panels are simple to
set up and transport
and easily assembled
and disassembled for
convenient storage.
Their lightweight
and flexible design
makes them ideal
portable absorbers
as they can be moved easily and
positioned to reduce audible
reflections in any recording or
listening environment.
ViewSonic’s PJD6 Series
ViewSonic’s PJD6 Series DLP
projectors are Crestron and AMX
certified, and all specifically
designed for both classroom
and corporate environments.
ViewSonics PJD6 Series
projectors are equipped with
Crestron RoomView network
management software that
enables centralized control for up
to 250 projectors. PJD6 Series
users can always present their
content with the appropriate
lighting to capture audience
focus by dimming an image
as needed while enjoying an
automatic energy savings of up
to 70 percent. Furthermore, the
PJD6 Series ECO mode delivers
a longer lamp life of up to 6,000
hours for greater energy and cost
savings, along with the added
bonus of noise reduction.
Bracketrons iRoom iDock
Touchcode
Bracketrons iRoom iDock
Touchcode is a powered,
motorized, in-wall iPad mounting
solution. Available in portrait and
landscape models, the iPad dock
can be flush-mounted in the wall,
and the new Touchcode model
ensures that an iPad is safely
stored in the docking station and
only releases the tablet upon
entering a programmable fourdigit
code. The iDock includes
both power and composite audio
internal connections and features
a patented motorized docking
system that opens and closes
to securely store the iPad. The
opening mechanism is activated
by a one-touch proximity sensor
that recognizes when users are
nearby and switches
the iDock to the open
position for inserting
an iPad. The proximity
sensor can also be
disabled to lock the iPad
permanently in place.
Outline GTO-DF Speaker
Outline’s GTO-DF is designed to
provide high-quality sound to the
first several rows of the audience at
an event, filling the sonic gap often
experienced by event attendees
that are seated near the stage. The
GTO-DF, with its purpose built, new
horn design and acoustic lens, delivers
accurate performance within the form
factor of a GTO array. The GTO-DF
offers four eight-inch mid-woofers
and two three-inch compression
drivers.
Camco D-Power
Camco’s D-Power D7, D1, and D05
covers a power output range from 250w
per channel at four ohm to 2,300w per
channel at four ohm. Featuring Camco
SMPS technology, comprehensive
protection circuitry and limiters, and
Camco sonic performance, the D-Power
series achieves exceptional price to
watt ratio throughout the series. A
closer study of the full output power
specifications indicates the range
delivers vast flexibility in either stereo or
applicable mono bridge applications.
Pelican i1075 HardBack
Pelican Products’ i1075 HardBack
case was developed in a unique
partnership between Pelican and
BMW Designworks (a division of
BMW). Fitting in most soft bags,
the case features a special molded
foam system designed to protect
and secure the iPad or iPad 2, along with an Apple Bluetooth wireless
keyboard, a power adapter, ear buds and download cables. The foam
system also acts as an easel for the device in either horizontal or vertical
positions so the user can work straight out of the case.
Pioneer Domed Helical Antenna
PWS’ Domed Helical Antenna
incorporates the circular polarization
configuration pioneered by
the original Helical, but seals the
unit within a unique new compact
Domed design. Constructed
from rugged Polycarbonate, PWS
Domed Helical’s are designed to
hold up to considerable road-related abuse. The product was developed
to provide robust, multi-channel wireless microphone, and in-ear
and intercom wireless connectivity.
RTW TM3
RTW ’s TM3 includes features of the larger
TM7 and TM9 versions and is controlled using
a touch-sensitive display. With its budgetfriendly
base price of less than $1,400 U.S.
(basic stereo version), 4.3-inch touchscreen
and stylish exterior, allowing for horizontal and
vertical placement, the TM3 is an alternative
for editorial offices, edit suites, and small
control rooms. Featuring PPM and true-peak
instruments, the TM3 offers comprehensive
loudness metering in compliance with all
globally relevant standards. Instruments include single-channel and
summing bar graphs, an LRA instrument and numerical displays. The
basic version handles analog and digital stereo audio, while the 5.1
option adds the support of six-channel digital input.
IBASE SI-08
IBASE Technology’s SI-08 is a fanless system designed for digital signage.
The SI-08 is powered by an efficient yet low-power AMD G-Series APU
with an on-die discrete-class
DirectX 11-capable GPU. Combining
a dual-core x86 processor
with an 80-core graphics engine,
the SI-08 is capable of supporting
resolutions up to 1,920
x 1,200 along with DirectX 11
and OpenGL 4.0 APIs. It is also
capable of hardware decoding
video formats such as H.264
AVC , VC -1 (WMV9), MPEG-4,
and MPEG-2.
Symetrix Solus 16
Symetrix’s Solus 16 is SymNet DSP
hardware appropriate for small to mid-sized
installations not requiring I/O expansion.
System designers have the option to use
or modify Solus DSP design templates
for basic projects, or to create unique
designs entirely from scratch. The three
Solus hardware offerings differ only in
their audio input and output counts: Solus
16 with sixteen inputs and eight outputs,
Solus 8 with eight mic/line inputs and eight
outputs, and Solus 4 with four inputs and
four outputs. Ethernet, ARC port, RS-232
port, two control inputs, and
four logic outputs complete
the control feature set.
MilesTek HDMI Over Single
RG6 Coax
MilesTek has added an HDMI
over single RG6 Coax to its
product line that extends HDMI
sources up to 400 feet and
cascades even further to multiple
displays. The HDMI over single
RG6 Coax transforms analog
to digital over coax and extends
and splits two HDMI sources to
multiple displays.
Extron DTP HDMI 301 and
DVI 301
The Extron DTP HDMI 301
and the DTP DVI 301 are long
distance twisted pair extenders.
The extenders transmit digital
video, embedded audio, and
bidirectional RS-232 and IR
control signals over a single
Cat-5 cable. The transmitter
and receiver sets are capable
of extending 1080p/60 deep
color and 1,920x1,200 up to
330 feet (100 meters). These
features combined with remote
powering capabilities and
compact enclosure sizes, make
the DTP HDMI 301 and DTP DVI
301 appropriate for extending
digital video, multi-channel
audio, and bidirectional control
signals in space-challenged
environments.
NEC MultiSync EA273WM
NEC Display Solutions’ 27-inch
MultiSync EA273WM features
a completely redesigned
chassis, which is up to 30
percent thinner and 25 percent
lighter, along with a 130 mm
height-adjustable stand and
future-proof connectivity,
such as DisplayPort and HDMI
inputs.
BenQ GP2
BenQ’s Joybee GP2 projector features
the same elegant black and white housing
while adding a number of enhancements,
including an intuitive user interface, 720p
HD-ready video capability, short-throw
projection, an integrated iPhone/iPod dock,
an optional three-hour battery pack, and
various connectivity options. Based on
high-efficiency 3LED illumination and DLP
projection technology, the light and compact
565-gram, palm-sized BenQ Joybee GP2
offers AV multimedia on the go.
Gepco CTS2504HDX
Gepco International’s
CTS 2504HDX two-channel
snake consists of two elements
of Gepcos CT 504HDX heavyduty
tactical Cat-5e cable under
an overall rugged TPE jacket.
While the inner jacket maintains
the proper physical spacing
between pairs to achieve
ISO /IEC or TI A/EI A Cat-5e
specifications, the durable TPE
outer jacket protects the cable
from physical damage or abuse.
JVC VR-X1600U
JVC Professional’s VR-X1600U
and VR-X3200U video recorders
offer 16 and 32-channel
recording, respectively, as well as
support for 720p and 1080p full
HD resolutions with multi-codec
support. Equipped with built-in
camera licenses with no recurring
fees, as well as the latest versions
of Milestone XProtect Enterprise
and Windows embedded OS , the
VR-X NVRs offer enterpriselevel,
full HD recording and
viewing for an unlimited number
of NVRs, cameras, sites, and
users.
Tripp Lite U026-20M
Tripp Lite’s U026-20M active
extension cable uses a built-in
signal booster to overcome the
16-foot US B 2.0 signal distance
limitation. Two of these cables
can be daisy-chained together
to increase the overall distance
to 131 feet. This configuration
supports data transfer rates of
up to 480 Mbps.
Kramer VM-114H4C
Kramer Electronics’ VM-114H4C, is the first digital switcher/
distribution amplifier in a family of new digital switchers featuring
varying output combinations. The VM-114H4C accepts two input
signals, one HDMI, and one DGKat (HDMI over twisted pair), and
switches between these two inputs while outputting the signal selected
over four identical DGK at outputs. The VM-114H4C features Kramer’s
I-EDIDPro intelligent EDID
processing, an EDID handling
and processing algorithm that
ensures plug and play operation
for HDMI systems.
Matrox MC-100
Matrox’s MC-100 is a dual
SDI-to-HDMI mini converter
that supports a range of display
resolutions through 3G, dual
link, HD, and SD-SDI. This single
portable unit can be used as an
HD-SDI switcher, a distribution
amplifier, a multiplexer, and
a 3D processing unit. Key
features of Matrox MC-100
include: multiformat SDI
signal distribution; SDI signal
amplification 300 meters in SD,
100 meters in HD, 70 meters
in 3G; switching between two
HD-SDI feeds; Loss-of-signal
switching in case of invalid or
lost input signal; Multiplexing of
two HD-SDI video signals into
a single 3G-SDI feed; Realtime
3D processing including
Horizontal Image Translation
(HIT ) and vertical offset
adjustments.
Hosa Mogan Standard Omni
Earset Microphone
Hosa Technology’s Mogan
Microphones is a new brand of
subminiature microphones, the
first offering of which is the
Mogan Standard Omni Earset
Microphone. Offering solid
performance and unbeatable
value, the new Mogan Standard
earset microphone is designed
to deliver high-quality audio at
a price that will appeal to budgetconscious
presenters. The new Mogan
Standard earset microphone features
a 3.0 mm omni-directional capsule
with -45 dB nominal sensitivity that
is designed to be positioned near the
corner of ones mouth.
Crimson VersaFit
Crimson’s VersaFit in-wall mounting systems solve complex
display mounting challenges and create innovative options for
systems integrators worldwide. Designed to blend flawlessly
with existing decor, hiding cables and associated hardware,
VersaFit consists of a recessed in-wall box that mounts
securely between studs behind almost any wall-mounted
display. A compatible Crimson
mount installed into the
VersaFit backbox completes the
system without disrupting other
design or installation elements.
Telecast Fiber Systems’
Thor-CBL-HDMI
Telecast Fiber Systems’ Thor-
CBL-HDMI is a hybrid cable
solution using multimode fibers
for RGB and high-speed digital
graphic signals, and copper wires
for low-frequency HDCP control
signals. The Thor-CBL-DP
provides an alternative to digital
display interfaces such as HDMI
and DVI . Both systems harness
optical technology for transmissions
that stretch performance
beyond the limitations of copper
wire by spanning greater
distances and eliminating costly
analog distribution systems.
RGB Spectrum H.264
RGB Spectrum’s DSx H.264
graphics and video server line
is a fully integrated system for
centralized recording, storage,
management, and distribution
of H.264 graphics and video. It
is part of RGB Spectrum’s line
of H.264 codecs supporting
graphics and HD/SD video at
resolutions up to 1,920x1,200.
DiGiCo SD10-24
The SD10-24 measures just
under a meter in width, with a
work surface constructed from
anodized aluminum overlaid
with polycarbonate panels to
provide clear and concise user
feedback. The control surface
features 25 100mm touch
sensitive faders, providing fast
access to the console’s large
number of channels, which
include 96 with full processing
and outputs that can be assigned
across the surface. All inputs
have dual mono inputs for fast
main and alt channel switching.
Smart key macros are provided
and accessed via four layers of
ten backlit LCD keys.
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