InfoComm/Systems Contractor Product Awards Finalists 2008
What They Are
InfoComm International and NewBay Media L.L.C. have created the Systems Contractor News Installation Awards to
recognize excellence in the integration of audio, video, control, and networking products in the installation
market.
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(Voting closes April 30th)
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Most Innovative Audio/Videoconferencing Product
Biamp's True Sound AEC-2HD
Biamp's AEC-2HD Input Cards allow each AudiaFLEX installation to have precisely the acoustic echo cancellation
needed. With the ability to select AEC on individual input channels, your network conferencing can enjoy the power
and flexibility of Audia. Each AEC-2HD Input Card provides two channels of acoustic echo cancellation and background
noise reduction.
Clear One's Converge Pro 840T
Converge Pro 840T includes a built-in telephone interface and power amplifier for standalone conferencing
capabilities. With Converge Pro 840T, ClearOne delivers a comprehensive set of proven features along with the newest
technologies. These combine to deliver the best possible audio conferencing experience: distributed echo
cancellation, noise cancellation, first microphone priority, and adaptive modeling.
Vaddio's CeilingVIEW HD
The new cutting-edge CeillingVIEW HD Integrated Ceiling Document Camera brings true high definition video quality to
those projects where image quality and high resolution are critical. The HD camera is based on a Sony 2.1 Megapixel
native HD imaging sensor capable of 1920 x 1080 at 1080i or 1280 x 720 at 720p. The HD image sensor provides precise
color reproduction and edge focus.
Yamaha's ProjectPhone
The Yamaha ProjectPhone is a conferencing system with integrated speaker/microphone arrays. All models feature
smooth, two-way talk without interruption or delay. The arrayed microphones track the talkers and eliminate ambient
noise, isolating only the voices. High-performance array speakers project voices with high clarity, making them
easily audible in any setting.
Most Innovative Control Product For Commercial Installation
AVstumpfl's SC TouchControl System
AVstumpfl made many additions and developments to the SC TouchControl system. It's now possible to create a touch
panel that controls an entire building's infrastructure, all while displaying appointments or advertisement media
within the same software. SC TouchControl software is also completely integrated with the already award winning
Wings Platinum software, for facilities requiring show control and multi-display HD presentations.
Crestron's TPMC-8X
Crestron's Isys i/O TPMC-8X is a Wi-Fi touchpanel featuring the Windows XP OS to deliver a 2-way wireless control
solution that provides secure onboard PC functionality including 802.11a/b/g wireless capabilities. TPMC-8X WiFi
touchpanels operate on an embedded PC platform that enables Internet Explorer, WindowsMedia Player 10, e-mail, and
PC applications.
Crestron's MPC
All-in-one simple presentation system perfect for K-12 and higher education. MPC provides easy-to-use control
interface with real-time feedback and source switching. Ideal for every classroom, MPC is scalable for basic rooms
with only a projector to rooms that integrate all AV/IT and environmental systems. Instructors appreciate the
consistent interface from room to room
Stardraw Control 2007
Stardraw Control 2007 creates customized programs that can control and monitor any remotely controllable product
over any protocol. Its powerful properties-based forms designer lets you create and program sophisticated user
interfaces without writing any code and a unique commercial model means that a Stardraw Control 2007 implementation
is a fraction of the cost of traditional control systems.
Most Innovative Rack/AV Furniture Product
Bretford's FPDK
The FPDKs provide secure network data access and general public information. The FDPK01 is ideal for information
gathering and general navigation, while the FPDK02 has a CPU holder so data can be accessed through a PC (e.g.,
doctors at hospitals). Both feature a unique keyboard tray that folds up for safety and space-savings, and both
attach directly to the wall at walk-up height or lower for wheelchair access.
Bretford's KR Series
The KR Series Conference and Training Room Tables create productive, flexible meeting environments. They support
technology tools like laptops or projectors and come in a wide range of modular sizes and shapes for multi-purpose
training applications. Great for training environments, the tables come in rectangular, trapezoid and half-round
styles and can be used individually or together. They feature optional power and data accessories and complete cord
management.
Omnimount's RSF
The OmniMount RSF is a large, heavy duty floor rack system providing easily adjustable organization of multiple
components. Vented for cooling, it features a standard 19" rack enclosure, a caster base for easy positioning
inside closets or against walls and an integrated cable management system for up to 3" wire bundles.
Most Innovative Mounting Solution
Chief's Dedicated In-Wall Mounts
Chief's new series of dedicated in-wall swing arm mounts are the industry's first fully integrated in-wall mount.
Designed for 26-63 inch flat panel TVs up to 200 lbs, the new models allow perfect TV placement during installation
without the need to alter walls by cutting into studs or installing headers.
Da-Lite's Mobile Automated Confidence Monitor
Da-Lite launches new mount category with the Mobile Automated Confidence Monitor. The Monitor has a fully automated
viewing range from 15 to 50 degrees from vertical, helping to reduce viewer glare using the wireless remote. Easily
moved on oversize ball-bearing casters, the Monitor can be rolled to the desired location.
Omnimount's Motion52
The OmniMount Motion52, developed in partnership with Samsung, is a motorized cantilever mount that allows for
tilting, panning and swiveling a flat panel with the touch of a button. Universal rails make the Motion52 compatible
with virtually all flat panel brands and a built-in safety mechanism stops movement when obstructed.
Premier Mounts' Universal Enclosure
The Universal Enclosure is designed to operate in both indoor and outdoor environments and withstand ambient
temperatures up to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Mounted directly to walls, posts or hung from ceiling adapters, the
flexible enclosure casing presents flat-panel displays, 37 to 47 inch, in portrait or landscape orientations.
Most Innovative Install-Grade Video Projector
Barco's XDC-3000
Barco's new XDC-3000 display system boasts a dazzling 10 megapixel resolution. Windows desktop integration and
simple mouse and keyboard control allows executives and decision makers to visualize a massive amount of ultra
high-resolution content simultaneously at the greatest detail. XDC-3000 is network-centric and ideal for interactive
meetings and collaborative decision-making.
Panasonic's PT-DZ12000U Projector
The newest full high-definition projector from Panasonic, the PT-DZ12000U, has a brand new built-in warping function
that enables the projector to produce crisp images on large, curved screens like a dome ceiling, simulator or other
technologically advanced environments. The projector boasts 12,000 lumens and a 5,000:1 contrast.
Sanyo's PLC-XL50 LCD Projector
The PLC-XL50 LCD Projector allows projection in virtually any environment, particularly areas that traditional
projectors can not be used, such as floors and desktops. In order for SANYO to shorten the projection distance of
the PLC-XL50, new large diameter aspheric lens and high-precision aspheric mirror technology were developed. A new
optical engine was also developed, which enables an 80-inch projection from the short distance of about 3-inches.
Sony's VPL-FH300
As innovative in design as it is in performance, Sony's 6,000 lumen new VPL-FH300L projector, "The
Turtle," is designed to deliver outstanding images in smaller auditoriums, large classrooms, meeting rooms,
museums, ballrooms and more. Based on 3LCD and Sony's BrightEra imaging technologies, and filling an important niche
between current business projectors and 4K large-venue systems, it delivers HD resolution of 2048 x 1080.
Most Innovative Loudspeaker For Commercial Installation
Electro-Voice's FM Series Flush Mount In-Wall Speaker Systems
The EVID FM series of flush mount in-wall speaker systems is the next generation of high performance
background and foreground installed speaker systems from Electro-Voice. All components are housed in a shallow,
fully-sealed enclosure for consistent performance and superior sound isolation from adjacent rooms. This innovative
low profile design also gives the FM series increased structural integrity.
JBL's Control 200 Series Medium Format Ceiling Speaker
Control 200 medium-format ceiling loudspeakers feature a powerful 6-1/2 inch woofer and a compression driver in an
innovative pattern-control configuration that provides extremely wide coverage along with an even off-axis power
response for consistency of sound throughout the entire listening area. Both blind-mount and pre-install backcan
versions allow for flexibility of installation type.
Klein + Hummel's CLS-2TR65FX
The Klein + Hummel CLS-2TR65FX is a powered stereo column loudspeaker offering exceptional sound clarity with
onboard DSP, creating wide response virtual bass. Consisting of a row of two inch drivers in aluminum housing, the
elegant visual design allows for horizontal installation. The CLS-2TR65FX offers a robust yet visually pleasing
solution for digital signage applications.
NEXO GEO's S1210/S1230 Line Array
The new NEXO GEO S1210/S1230 speaker cabinets feature a 12 inch low driver and 3 inch compression driver and used
as a scalable building block that can be stacked or positioned in a horizontal or vertical array. The light weight
cabinets have high impedance loads reducing amp requirements. The NXStream DSP algorithms have been incorporated to
provide exceptional mid and high frequency response and increased control and protection of the low frequency
drivers.
Most Innovative Digital Signage Product
Avocent's Emerge MPX HD Multipoint Extender
The Avocent Emerge MPX HD multipoint extender provides wireless or wired distribution of high-definition content
from a source to one or more destinations. The MPX transmitters and receivers work in unison to form a managed AV
extension network able to deliver a synchronized stream of HD video and associated audio.
LG's M4210N-B21
Emphasizing versatility, LG's 42-inch class LCD HD-capable monitor features an integrated controller, making an
additional media player unnecessary. Capable of portrait and landscape orientation, this model's long-term
performance is enhanced in portrait mode. Super IPS allows for 178 degree viewing angle and the narrow 29 mm bezel
makes it ideal for a 4x4 video wall application.
Omnimount's DCM UA
The OmniMount DCM UA is a sturdy, single-point, universal double flat-panel ceiling mount, allowing digital signage
to be seen from multiple locations. It comes equipped with a pin tilt mechanism with each side independently
adjustable at precise 5o increments providing optimal brightness and clarity from a wide range of viewing positions.
Sony's VSP-SN7
Designed to meet the growing need for high-definition content to create dynamic and visually appealing digital
signage applications, Sony's new VSP-NS7 high-definition digital signage player features video quality, increased
Flash playback due to a powerful central processing unit, enhanced HTML browser options, and an additional graphic
layer capable of showing Flash and MPEG content in one layout.
Most Innovative Video Display Product
LG's LC7DC series
LG's 26- and 32-inch class LCD HDTVs feature public display settings, LG's system allowing for quick, easy access
to commercial set-ups which can be cloned and applied across multiple units. Other features include 1366 x 768
resolution, two HDMI inputs, SRS TruSurround XT and LG SimpLink technology for easy compatibility with other LG
products.
Sharp's 65-inch PN-G655 Series
Sharp's PN-G655 series 65-inch professional LCD monitors maximize flexibility, reliability, and image quality. The
monitors feature a full 2-megapixel 1920 x 1080 HD resolution, with versions optimized for portrait and landscape
display applications, plus models with integrated overlays for high-traffic areas. Proprietary ASV technology
ensures highest reliability with virtually no burn-in.
Sony's BVM-L230
Sony's BVM-L230 LCD monitor has a 10-bit driver that's capable of producing 1,024 levels of gray scale. It is based
on Sony's TRIMASTER technology, maximizing the full performance capabilities of professional flat-panel displays,
and delivering high levels of color accuracy and color reproduction, precision imaging and quality picture
consistency.
Sony's GXD-L52H1
Sony's GXD-L52H1 is more than just a high-quality LCD display. It's a solution in a box for high-volume traffic
areas. Delivering full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080, this 52-inch panel is housed in a tamper-resistant aluminum
chassis. It has a field-replaceable, tamper-resistant glass front panel, as well as a field-movable Sony logo, so it
can be easily changed between landscape and portrait modes; and is designed for long life in either mode.
Most Innovative Video Processing Product
Atlona Technologies' AT-Line-Pro2
AT-LINE-PRO2 behaves as a multi input type switcher, and a HDTV scaler, and PAL/NTSC converter. It is able to output
multiple resolutions which allows you to match native resolution on your TV or Projector. You can use one device to
connect your composite, s-video, component video, VGA (PC) and HDMI sources to one HDMI out.
Epiphan Systems' VGA2USB
Being part of a compact external frame grabber line, Epiphan's VGA2USB LR device is able to capture the output from
any VGA source and send it over USB to a Windows, Mac, or Linux machine for analysis, archiving, and online
broadcast.
Extron MGP 464W WindoWall System
The MGP 464W WindoWall System is a powerful, user-friendly approach for videowall systems. It features a scalable
architecture with MGP 464W Multi-Graphic Processors and the WindoWall Console software. The software is the user
interface, facilitating intuitive, straightforward control and configuration, and display of multiple windows of
graphics, HDTV, and video.
TV One's C2-7260 Dual Channel Seamless Switcher
The C2-7260 features 17 inputs including eight HD-SDI inputs and provides two independent outputs channels that
each offer SD or HD-SDI, DVI-I, any RGB format and CV or S-Video. It can be used for HD video scaling or converting,
multi-format seamless switching, dual pip, chroma/lumakeying, edge blending, aspect ratio converting and much more.
Most Innovative Distribution or Switching Product
AMX's EpicaDG
AMX's EpicaDG was designed for large AV installations needing to distribute sensitive, mission critical information
over fiber at long distances. It provides common signal transport and conversion for all major video signal
standards, and allows local inputs/outputs along with fiber inputs and outputs.
Lightware's MX32x32DVI-Pro
MX32x32DVI-PRO is a modular expandable DVI routing switcher, offering up to 32 inputs/ outputs. Different
configurations from 8x8 up to 32x32 are available. It supports all DVI-D resolutions up to 1920x1200 and 2048x1080.
All inputs are compensated for up to 50m long DVI copper cable. The advanced EDID management can emulate any monitor
EDID data. Outputs are reclocked for jitter free signal transmission.
NetStreams' DigiLinX IP-Video
DigiLinX offers IP-Based video distribution solution; delivers uncompressed video over TCP/IP on a gigabit network
to multiple displays. Employing NetStreams' technology, yet utilizing industry-standard TCP/IP digital network
protocol, DigiLinX conveys content/control over Cat-5. DigiLinX enables builders, installers, and end-users to
realize the cost and performance benefits of digital convergence.
Vaddio's WallVIEW Quick-Connect PRO HD1
WallVIEW Quick-Connect PRO HD 1 is the first robotic PTZ high definition camera system developed by Vaddio that
utilizes EZ camera cabling. The system consists of a Sony HD-1 PTZ camera, an EZ Camera Cable Shoe HD1, a 1-RU
Quick-Connect PRO HD1 breakout box and a wall mount bracket.
Most Innovative Projection Screen
Da-Lite's 3D Virtual Black
Da-Lite Screen Company revolutionizes 3D projection with the introduction of its new 3D Virtual Black projection
screen material. The seamless 16 foot 3D Virtual Black rear screen fabric allows 99 percent of projected light to
pass to the viewer, improving the overall 3D image through superior polar retention and viewing angles.
dnp's Supernova Epic
dnp's new Supernova Epic Screen provides superb reproduction of movies in all aspect ratios, displaying superior
high-contrast images in 100 percent neutral color, even in brightly lit rooms. Maintaining a constant image height
as in theaters, the Supernova Epic's motorized masking system is fully adjustable from closed to 2.40:1
settings.
Stewart Filmscreen's Gen 3 FireHawk
Stewart Filmscreen Corporation Generation 3 versions of the FireHawk gray screen, the GrayHawk Reference Screen (RS)
and StudioTek 130 have been optimized for 1080p HD projectors. The 'G3' added to the model name distinguishes them
from previous versions.
Vutec's SilverStar
SilverStar is Vutec's front projection screen that delivers in picture quality. This screen provides high
brightness, vivid colors, high contrast, and a 180 degree viewing area, putting it in a class by itself as a truly
revolutionary high-definition screen. SilverStar's performance begins with it's patented technology, a silver-based
material combined with multiple optical layers to provide a gain of 6.0.
Most Innovative Commercial Systems Installation Accessory
Aviom's AV-M8 Mic Input Module
The AV-M8 provides eight mic-level inputs to Pro16 systems. Two channels are mic/line switchable. Eight additional
channels of digital audio may be input via ADAT. AV-M8s, which may be mounted in a rack or to a table/podium, reduce
installation costs with a stable, secure, plug-and-play digital backbone.
Biamp's Network Paging System
A paging system that couples the flexible digital signal processors with an elegant and robust microphone and
control unit. The system comprises Biamp's robust new Networked Paging Station-1 seamlessly integrated with the
company's proven AudiaFLEX systems with CobraNet and purpose-built programming blocks specifically designed for
paging applications.
Crestron's MediaManifold
The MediaManifold MM-DS-12 is a 12-zone bidirectional CATV distribution amplifier featuring individual gain and tilt
adjustment on every output for distributing both analog and digital cable TV signals. The MM-DS-12 integrates all of
the elements of a complete professional head-end into a single compact module.
Bosch Praesideo Digital Public Address and Emergency Sound System
Bosch Praesideo is the world's first fully digital public address and emergency sound system. The system's unique
optical network offers total freedom in system design, interference-free audio and a high level of redundancy that
traditional systems cannot offer. It is fully programmable, and interfaces with other security systems. Praesideo
redefines the boundaries of quality, flexibility and reliability.
Most Innovative Power Conditioner or Surge Protection Product
APC Back-UPS ES 750
Featuring SmartShedding Technology, the new APC Back-UPS ES 750 (BE750G) cuts power to dark loads saving electricity
and money. The model's new high efficiency design makes it between 3 and 5 times more efficient than competitive
products.
Crestron's CEN-UPS1250
The Crestron CEN-UPS1250 is an intelligent, uninterruptible power supply and power conditioner. It seamlessly
integrates with Crestron RoomView Software and 2-Series control system to provide reliable backup power with the
ability to monitor conditions such as power line integrity, rack temperature and backup battery life.
Ultralink/XLO Products UltraPower PowerGrid Series
The three PowerGrid models are the PGX-500, PGX-400 and PGX-300, each featuring Ultralink's patented
under/over-voltage auto shutoff circuitry with advanced microprocessor control, high-joule surge protection, and
power cleaning noise filtration. Attractive industrial design and metalwork along with their advanced feature set
makes these UltraPower products good-looking, installation friendly, high performance units.
