Infocomm Edge
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Extron Debuts 4 and 6 Output HDMI DAs with 40Gbps Bandwidth; Means Uncompressed 4K, 5K and 8K
Extron announced the DA4 HD 8K L and the DA6 HD 8K L, four- and six-output distribution amplifiers for HDMI 2.1 signals. They support resolutions up to 8K/30 at 4:4:4, including 5K applications such as Microsoft Teams 21:9 in Front Row installations. Each distribution amplifier supports data rates up to 40.1 Gbps, HDR, Deep Color up to…
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Extron Debuts and Ships SMP 401 4K Recording and Streaming Solution
Extron announced that the SMP 401 Multi-Channel 4K Recording and Streaming Media Processor is shipping. The SMP 401 is an all-in-one 4K/60 processor that easily captures, switches, scales and distributes AV sources and presentations. Processing with H.264/H.265 encoding provides up to five recordings and six streams concurrently. The SMP 401 captures a variety of sources from…
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Nureva Intros App That Allows Allows Setup of HDL Mics From an iPhone!
Nureva announced the official launch of the Nureva App; a web-based companion app to the HDL pro series audio systems. Initially introduced in beta in June, is now available to HDL310 and HDL410 customers at no additional charge. The Nureva App offers a method for setting up and configuring HDL pro series systems for both…
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Enhancing Communication and Safety by Leveraging IP-based Paging and Intercom Systems
As the world continues to embrace digital transformation, the evolution of IP-based paging and intercom systems is enhancing communication, safety and efficiency within facilities. Modern advancements are revolutionizing traditional public address systems, making them more versatile and responsive to dynamic and emergent situations. The shift to IP-based technology is an advancement from the conventional methods…
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New Sony 4K Handheld Camcorders for Production Add AI
Sony is releasing two new 4K handheld camcorders, the NXCAM HXR-NX800, and XDCAM PXW-Z200 with SDI and MXF wrapper. Both models use artificial intelligence (AI) recognition capabilities, autofocus (AF), a newly designed 20x optical zoom lens, a variable neutral-density (ND) filter, and assignable lens ring. The cameras are suited to individuals and small teams supporting…
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Extron Driver Enables Pro Series Control Systems to Power Down NAV When Not Being Used
Extron announced that new drivers are now available for Pro Series control systems, enabling NAV endpoint PoE control on NETGEAR AVoIP switches. Global Configurator control system software lets system designers create “powerful, versatile and energy-efficient” NAV systems and slash power consumption by powering down NAV encoders and decoders when they are not in use. Using…
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Morgan Wallen’s Bar Opens Filled with AV
Country-pop star Morgan Wallen is the latest artist to lend his name, and the title of a hit song, to a destination venue in Nashville’s Lower Broadway district. Morgan Wallen’s This Bar and Tennessee Kitchen is a six-story, four-floor restaurant and entertainment hub. Built in collaboration with the TC Restaurant Group, This Bar is located just steps away from…
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It’s That Time of Year
Within a few weeks, or perhaps a few days, our campuses will once again be flooded with students. For me, it is a welcome sight. Our campus, our town really, does not feel the same when the students are not around. Sure I like the breaks, but there is nothing that can match the energy…
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New ASCENDO DIRECTOR Aims to Solve Audio with LED-Based Theaters and Immersive Installs
ASCENDO Immersive Audio debuted its DIRECTOR LED Wall Loudspeaker System. LED walls pose audio challenges because speakers can’t be placed directly behind the acoustically transparent screen as in many home theater setups. ASCENDO’s DIRECTOR is a patent-pending solution that offers audio from a flush-mount, in-ceiling speaker used as part of a larger ASCENDO immersive audio…
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SMART Technologies Bring TAA-Compliant M Pro Series Collaboration Boards to Market
SMART Technologies announced the availability of its new TAA-compliant M Pro Series interactive displays. To be TAA eligible, a product must be manufactured or substantially transformed in a “designated country,” ensuring that the U.S. government procures goods from reliable and compliant sources for national security needs. Such products reduce the risk of supply chain vulnerabilities…
