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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…
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Visix Details New UCC Solutions Aimed at Adding Wayfinding, Desk Booking and AI
Visix has added workplace wayfinding design solutions including searchable maps, office directories, 360° virtual tours and on-screen space booking, available with touch, voice and AI-driven gesture interaction, to its portfolio. Visix premiered two workplace wayfinding projects at InfoComm 2024, and both are now available for purchase. The first design for hybrid work environments lets employees…
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Blacks in Technology to Host Annual Conference in Atlanta
Blacks In Technology (BIT) will host its largest BITCON conference to date September 4-6 in Atlanta, GA. The Atlanta Marriott Marquis will host the conference, and there will be events and activations the entire week—including a community cookout to raise awareness regarding the importance of technology and tech related professions in the Black community a…
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Want Simple Button Control of AV Systems? Extron Flex and EU Series Delivers That!
Extron just debuted the Flex55 and EU Series of Network Button Panels for Extron control systems. Extron says these customizable AV system control interfaces are easy to use and work in conjunction with a control processor to perform a wide variety of AV system functions. With a press of a button, the company says users…
