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Now Any Professional Microphone Can be Used with Vaddio's EasyUSB Audio Solutions
Submitted on: 05/21/13, 08:24 AM
Vaddio's New EasyUSB PRO MIC I/O Transforms Any Third-Party Mic to a USB Mic When Paired with an EasyUSB Mixer/Amp
dinCloud Enables Channel With Cloud-Based White Label Offering
Submitted on: 05/21/13, 07:13 AM
dinManage Provides Application and Customer Management to the Channel
MuxLab Welcomes Onboard Two New Regional USA Sales Managers
Submitted on: 05/21/13, 06:57 AM
MuxLab welcomes Mr. Robert Brzymowski and Mr. Mario Chieco on board to represent MuxLab
BLANSFIELD BUILDERS USES ELAN g! TO CLOSE MULTIPLE HOME SALES
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 11:38 PM
Forward-thinking homebuilder makes integrated control the foundation of every new home he builds - using the ELAN® g! Entertainment and Control System.
3M Expands High-Performance Multi-Touch Product Offering with 21.5" Chassis
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 11:35 PM
New 21.5" projected capacitive chassis display delivers high-performance multi-touch interactivity for today's public environments
AIS Unveils New Line of Stainless Steel Control Panels and Panel PCs for the Food & Beverage, and Consumer Packaged Goods Industries
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 11:33 PM
The food, beverage, and consumer packaged goods industries are constantly evolving, and industrial computing has become the backbone of everyday life in the workplace.
RETIRED SOFTWARE ENGINEER REFUSES TO "GAMBLE ON CHEAP CONTROL SOLUTIONS" AND CHOOSES ELAN g! SYSTEM
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 11:28 PM
Audio-Technica U.S. Unveils Systems Integration Resource Center (SIRC) Web Site
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 11:25 PM
- Dedicated password-protected web site includes A-T product information and other resources specifically intended for consultants, contractors and system integrators -
NEW ELAN g! 6.2 SOFTWARE EXPANDS USER INTERFACE OPTIONS, ENHANCES SECURITY, EXPANDS GLOBAL WEATHER AND CONTINUES TO DELIVER THE LOWEST TOTAL COST OF INSTALLED HOME CONTROL
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 11:22 PM
The latest ELAN software update adds a native app for Apple's OSX, weather-based event triggers, GUI enhancements, improved security features and simplified integrator customization procedures.
Extron Introduces Long Distance DVI Twisted Pair Extender
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 11:19 PM
The compact enclosure and remote power capability make the DTP DVI 330 ideal for extending DVI-D, audio, and bidirectional control in space-challenged environments.
GUITAR COLLECTOR BUILDS A ROCK STAR BASEMENT LOUNGE WITH ELAN g! AV AND LIGHTING CONTROL
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 11:16 PM
Serial entertainers Jack and Kathleen Jackson turned their unfinished basement into the ultimate party oasis with designs and technologies pulled right from their favorite bars and nightclubs.
Digital Signage Expo Opens Call for 2014 Content Awards Nominations - Adds New Category, Sets October 4, 2013 Deadline
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 11:00 PM
11th Annual Content Awards
BrightSign Solid-state Digital Signage Players Power Menu Boards in Argo Tea's 26 Global Locations
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 10:36 PM
Network-enabled Signage Simplifies Remote Updates, Saves Energy
AT&T Digital Life Launches in Seven Additional U.S. Markets
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 10:24 PM
AT&T Digital Life Gives Consumers Control to Secure and Manage their Homes from Virtually Anywhere.
Latest Trends In Home Surveillance Systems
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 10:02 PM
"Bullet" style cameras offer sleek and slim design for indoor surveillance.
Seymour-Screen Excellence Delivers Retractable Multi-Aspect Ratio A.T. Film Screen;
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 11:14 AM
New from SSE is a motorized masking option for its retractable motorized screens. The acoustically transparent (A.T.) masking complements the finely-woven 4K A.T. screen surface, and allows for seamless switching between aspect ratios without having to make projector adjustments.
Draper Introduces High Performance XS850E Viewing Surface
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 08:17 AM
More and more projection screens are being installed in multiple use settings where ambient light can create a "washout" effect. During InfoComm 2013, Draper Inc. is showing the projection screen surface which solves this problem.
Draper Introduces Video Conferencing Backgrounds
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 08:15 AM
With shrinking travel budgets, increasing awareness of the environmental impact of travel and the fast pace of today's business world, video conferencing has become a much more important part of doing business.
Draper Introduces Video Conferencing Accessories
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 08:14 AM
For effective video conferencing in today's multi-use conference rooms and other venues, you need the required technology precisely where you need it, when you need it-but out of sight when you don't. Draper has introduced several new products designed to do just that.
Three Draper Products Recognized with ADEX Awards
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 08:12 AM
Draper, Inc. has received three ADEX Awards-including a top-level Platinum Award-for its products.
Technomad Expands PowerChiton Series for InfoComm 2013
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 08:05 AM
Compact outdoor amplifier and "breakout box" series adds new model, more features
Siretta Water Pump Antenna - Improving Lives in Africa
Submitted on: 05/20/13, 01:19 AM
To help people in Africa to get clean water, Siretta Antennas and Oxford University have come together to develop a new antenna for water pumps.
GeckoSystems Forecasts AI Mobile Robot Solutions Licensing Revenues
Submitted on: 05/19/13, 08:39 AM
GeckoSystems is forecasting revenues of $100,000 or more before June 30, 2013.
Christie Inspires Creativity at Museum Expo 2013
Submitted on: 05/17/13, 10:45 AM
Multi-touch Interactivity for Any Large Format Display, Indoor and Outdoor LCD Panels, and Imaginative Projection Mapping Deliver Picture-Perfect Displays
AVerMedia to Introduce Portable Live Streaming Encoder at InfoComm 2013- AVerCaster HD Duet (F239)
Submitted on: 05/17/13, 12:47 AM
Reach more audiences through the power of streaming encoder. Just visit us at InfoComm booth#4771.
AVnu Alliance Kicks Off AVB Education Programat InfoComm 2013
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 08:33 PM
Alliance hosts 17 member companies demonstrating AVB products at InfoComm Pavilion
Flat Panel Public Display Market Expected to Grow 23% Annually Through 2017, Reports NPD DisplaySearch
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 08:27 PM
Growth of LCD Display Shipments to Offset Rapid Decline of PDP Production
bem wireless Partners with Major Retailers to Distribute its Popular Hi-Fi Audio Series Designed to Enhance Consumers' Wireless Lifestyle
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 08:15 PM
speaker trio, boom box, outlet speaker and mobile speaker are now available at BestBuy.com, Amazon.com, Walmart.com and more
T3 Innovation Launches Cable Prowler™ Cable Tester & Report Management System
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 08:13 PM
Now Shipping, the Cable Prowler™ Combines the Functionality of a High-End Cable
Tester and Length Measurement Tester with the Capability to Identify Link Status, Link
Capability, and PoE Detection, all in Full Color and with Internal Memory to Save Results
Integra Debuts First AV Receiver with Built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 08:06 PM
The Integra DTR-30.5's new custom integration features include built-in
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, 4K Ultra HD Pass-Through & Upscaling, Plays HD
Music files, plus Phase-Matching Bass technology for clear sound.
Light Iron Chooses Christie Solaria Projection For Postproduction Needs
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 01:53 PM
Only Manufacturer Offering Integrated Media Block and HD-SDI Inputs
KanexPro Introduces Mini Audio Amplifier with Mic Mixer
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 11:13 AM
KanexPro, the leading A/V Connectivity solutions provider is proud to bring the AP2DBL, a compact Audio Amplifier in a quarter-rack width alongside digital amplifier (Class D) with equalizer control and Mic mixer.
KanexPro Brings HDMI™ Audio De-embedder for Pro Audio Enthusiasts
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 11:11 AM
KanexPro, the leading A/V Connectivity solutions provider is proud to introduce a value-based HDMI™ Audio De-embedder called "HAECOAX" for audio and video specialists. A simple device, designed to extract HDMI audio from HDMI signals.
Energy Squad ecoInsight Lighting Proposal Tool Creates New Sales Opportunities for Dealers
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 07:58 AM
iPad-based resource Lighting Proposal Tool allows Energy Squad dealers to easily specify, source and create proposals for LED lighting projects.
E Ink Introduces Mobius, the First Large Format Flexible Display Technology to Go into Mass Production
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 07:11 AM
Mobius uses a TFT technology that will enable the development of much lighter and rugged products.
Allure Energy Files Patent Infringement Lawsuit against Nest Labs
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 07:09 AM
." The complaint contends the Nest Learning Thermostat infringes on U.S. Patent No. 8,442,695 for the invention of an "Auto-Adaptable Energy Management Apparatus."
PixelFLEX Introduces the Light Rigid 4 LED Video Screen at InfoComm
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 07:05 AM
The LR-4 will make its debut at InfoComm in Orlando (Booth 5987).
Lenovo Tailors Horizon Table PC for the Home with Three Fashionable Furniture Designs
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 07:03 AM
Tables showcase intersection of technology and design at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair
Matrox Maevex Demonstration at InfoComm 2013 to Focus on Video over IP Decoding Quality
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 06:59 AM
Visitors can expect to see superb video quality at low bandwidth as they interactively adjust bandwidth usage from 100Kb/s to 25Mb/s using Matrox PowerStream software
ELAN g! Makes 269-Year-Old Farmhouse A Media Wonderland
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 06:58 AM
Maintaining the historic integrity and rustic charm of the 269-year-old dwelling while transforming the property into a modern media wonderland
Atlona Products on Display at InfoComm 2013
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 06:54 AM
HydraConnect LLC Upgrades Product Warranty to Industry Leading 5 Years
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 06:41 AM
HydraConnect LLC announces an upgraded 5-Year Warranty on its US-made products, a 30-day Money Back Guarantee to dealers, and expanded automation support to now include Savant, Bitwise Controls, and Elan g!.
Maybe You Can't Control the Future, But You Can Control the Past with Retro-Bit's Hypermode Series of Controllers for N64®, NES®, SNES® and GENESIS®
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 06:35 AM
Get Retro with Wireless Controllers featuring Hypermode Functionality
Linear to present, "Competing for the Connected Home: What Channel Will Win?" at CONNECTIONS™: The Premier Connected Home Conference & Showcase
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 06:32 AM
CONNECTIONS Conference, co-located at CTIA, May 20-May 23 in Las Vegas
Telkonet, Inc.'s EcoSmart Platform Integrates with Somfy Systems Technology to Deliver In-Room "Sunbeam Management"
Submitted on: 05/16/13, 06:18 AM
Somfy Systems is the world's largest manufacturer
of motors for interior and exterior window coverings
Soundcast Adds High Quality Bluetooth® Convenience for OutCast®
Submitted on: 05/15/13, 06:54 PM
Soundcast Systems Adds High Quality Bluetooth® Convenience for OutCast® Music Systems
VidaBox Introduces LiivNAS: Dune Edition with Powerful Media Management Features and NAS Support
Submitted on: 05/15/13, 05:06 PM
Highly affordable LiivNAS: Dune Edition offers out of the box Blu-ray and DVD library management with direct support for Dune HD media players
Anthony Gallo Acoustics now shipping Micro SE and A'Diva SE audiophile speakers
Submitted on: 05/15/13, 10:44 AM
The company's Micro SE and A'Diva SE satellite speakers offer a dramatic improvement over their award-winning predecessors
Mobile Robot Companies GeckoSystems-US and iXs-Japan Sign MOU
Submitted on: 05/15/13, 08:56 AM
This MOU is significant due to iXs' stature as an exporter of several robotic systems and subsystem products that are sold globally. Further, iXs designs and manufactures its own line of humanoid robots in addition to components for their domestic Japanese robot industry.
Parks Associates Invites Media to Attend CONNECTIONS™: The Premier Connected Home Conference
Submitted on: 05/15/13, 07:15 AM
International research firm Parks Associates invites media to attend the 17th-annual CONNECTIONS™: The Premier Connected Home Conference at CTIA, May 20-23, in the Murano Rooms on the third floor of the Venetian Hotel, directly above the CTIA sessions.
