Alcons Audio
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Alcons Audio CRMS Compact – the Cinema Reference Monitor System is based on the continuing success of Alcons pro-ribbon systems in commercial cinemas across the globe. Fitted with a completely new, patented-pending pro-ribbon mid-high frequency transducer, the CRMSC is focused on post-production studios, screening rooms, residential home cinemas; basically any critical listening environment. CRMS consists of pro-ribbon main loudspeakers, timbre-matching pro-ribbon surround loudspeakers, ultra-shallow subwoofers and dedicated processing and amplification.
Allen & Heath
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Allen & Heath Qu-Pac is an extension of the Qu range, and is an ultra-compact digital mixer with both a built-in touchscreen and iPad control app. Designed for live music and installed sound, Qu-Pac is a freestanding or rack mount mixer, providing a flexible solution for bands and in multi-purpose environments such as schools, hotels and bars. Qu-Pac connectivity offers 16 mono inputs, three stereo inputs and 12 mix outputs on the rear panel, but that can be expanded up to 38 in / 28 out by connecting to Allen & Heath’s family of remote AudioRacks over Cat5. The mixer offers total recall of settings and preamps, multi-track recording to USB via Qu-Drive, a choice of personal monitoring solutions, channel ducking, multi-channel USB streaming and the renowned iLive FX Library to deliver outstanding audio quality, making it one of the most fully featured digital mixer in its class.
AMX
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AMX Alero ALR-AEC-8 is a dedicated microphone mixer, designed specifically for web conferencing applications in medium to large meeting rooms. PC-based web conferences are becoming increasingly popular because of their ease of use and low cost; relative to traditional, VTC conferencing. This popularity is driving more conferences to larger rooms that can accommodate more guests. The Alero Mixer is designed with support for up to eight boundary mics and automatic monitoring and adjustment of audio levels to deliver a great sounding conference. And with included line level inputs/outputs the Alero is scalable to support traditional VTC conferences as well. A USB audio interface is included for simple, direct output to a PC to enable a Lync, Skype or other PC-based web conference. In addition, onboard web configuration makes the Alero easy to install and configure.
Arthur Holm
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Arthur Holm DYNAMIC1H TALK is a motorised foldable and un-foldable monitor, where the screen is always visible. It is built in milled aluminium and the screen is covered with a protective glass with black edges, which can be a multi-touch panel. Dynamic1H provides a horizontal motorised movement which can be stopped at any position from 0 to 80 degrees. A smart memory system allows an easy setup and recall of the desired tilt angle. DynamicTalk has been added to the product, making the microphone disappear within the desk surface and appear when needed. Compatible with conference systems, this solution can be customised with simultaneous interpretation and electronic voting.
Arthur Holm DYNAMICNAMETAG is a digital labelling solution for auditorium, institution and general public communication spaces. The product consists in a vertically retractable double sided stretched screen and Linux-based software which allows an easy display of a picture and name or any digital content.
Avolites
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Avolites Ai V8 software runs on Avolites’ range of Ai media servers. The new V8 software includes the new Autoblend feature, allowing blending of large projection surfaces using multiple projectors. A new Surface Modelling page for the creation of editable 3D sets, with render engine optimisation offering 50% increased video throughput. Compositing high-resolution background layers with low-resolution foreground layers is also much improved. Ai V8 enables easy LED Mapping and 3D modelling and visualisation capabilities.
Avolites Quartz lighting console running Titan V8, made its Continental European debut. Measuring only 42,5 cm wide and weighing 8kg, the compact console comes complete with on-board processing and a bright, vibrant 12,1-inch screen and is aimed at the touring market.
Beyerdynamic
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Beyerdynamic Orbis is a new digital, wired conference system that consists of several components: table top microphone units, different intelligent solutions for a discreet and individual integration, a central control unit with an innovative operation – optionally mountable or free standing and a lot of accessories.
Beyerdynamic Quinta is the company’s fifth generation of wireless conference technology. The future-proof system uses the latest technology, such as intelligent, reliable frequency selection, an AVB interface and control via smartphone or tablet PC. In addition to the gooseneck and Revoluto microphone units which are already available, further components will be introduced: Quinta gooseneck microphone units with voting function and the Quinta handheld transmitter. Three different voting options are available with the new Quinta system: parliamentary, multiple choice and public opinion. The software allows results to be displayed in many different ways. Additionally, there is an archive function, as well as the possibility to export the results. The Quinta handheld transmitter can be integrated into the conference system as a delegate microphone unit, offering the same functionality. The two-colour, back-lit microphone button is made of noticeably tactile silicone and features Braille lettering. The handheld transmitter is optimally suited particularly for use in panel discussions, for whispered interpreting, or as an audience microphone, where the users benefit from its flexibility.
Bose
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Bose ControlSpace – Bose expands its range of Dante- enabled ControlSpace offerings with several new Dante endpoints and a new fixed-I/O DSP providing integrators more options for creating cost-effective installed audio solutions using Dante. The new ControlSpace products: ESP-1600 engineered sound processor; EP22-D and EP40-D endpoints; WP22B-D and WP22BU-D wall plates, were designed for a wide range of installations that benefit from Dante connectivity including worship facilities, education, conference centres, hotel meeting and ballrooms, sporting and live performance venues and others.
Bose RoomMatch – three new RoomMatch Utility (RMU) loudspeaker models: the RMU206, RMU108 and RMU105, joining the RMU208 small-format sound-reinforcement loudspeaker in the series. Featuring RoomMatch array modules mid/high sonic character, these RMU models are designed either to complement a RoomMatch full-range array installation or to be used on their own for high-quality foreground music, under-balcony, zone-fill and vocal-range floor monitor applications. The RMU series ranges in size from double 8-inch woofers to single 5-inch woofer designs, allowing optimal, consistent coverage for almost any venue size.
Calibre
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Calibre virtual-ASIC – video processor capable of scaling, switching, enhancing, correcting and converting UHD formats including 4K and WQXGA at compelling price points through efficient implementation. The virtual-ASIC technology is based on Altera field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) and will be offered as Calibre Pro-AV products as well as OEM own-label, board-level and full custom options for OEMs. This will enable rapid creation of new video products for the professional audio-visual industry as the new UHD video formats become widely adopted. Calibre’s virtual-ASIC is an innovative solution that addresses the Pro-AV industry’s needs for a cost-effective UHD video processor, originally created and supported by Calibre for a high quality, easy-to-use design experience.
Christie
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Christie Boxer 4K30 projector – a combination of the most lumens, the highest number of pixels, and 3DLP quality, combined with the smallest, lightest, yet most rugged design available. It has six 450W mercury lamps delivering 30 000 centre lumens. Weighing less than 68kg, the Boxer 4K30 can be carried by two individuals and offers 4K native resolution and awarding winning Christie Tru-Life image processing. Housed in two three-lamp cartridges, the six long-life mercury lamp modules are easy to handle, maintain and change and stock, which means a better return on investment and less consumables. Users can monitor the lamp hours and serial numbers through Near Field Communication (NFC) with each lamp – simplifying the effort required to track lamp-life and the ability to make fast changeovers. Users can even monitor lamp life levels using a smartphone.
Christie H Series projectors feature 12 000 lumens and are the lightest, brightest and smallest projectors available in the 10 000-plus lumen 1DLP category. Weighing only 23,8kg each, the dual-lamp Christie D12HD-H and Christie D12WU-H are suitable for both mid-to-large rental staging and fixed applications including concert halls, auditoriums, hotels, boardrooms, education, government, conference rooms and houses of worship. The H Series continues Christie’s commitment to the 1DLP market with a line-up that already includes Christie G Series, GS Series and Q Series – along with the new Christie H Series offers users a broad range of performance and value with nineteen 1DLP solutions.
Crestron
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Crestron DM-RMC-4K-SCALER-C provides an advanced one-box interface solution for a single display device as part of a complete Crestron DigitalMedia system. It functions as a DM 8G+ receiver, 4K video scaler and control interface, providing a single HDMI output along with an analogue audio output, plus Ethernet, RS-232, IR, and relay control ports. In addition to DM 8G+, it is also compatible with HDBaseT, allowing it to be connected directly to an HDBaseT-certified source. Built-in scaling enables the connected display to handle virtually any video signal — including 4K and Ultra HD. Its compact, low-profile design allows the DM-RMC-4K-SCALER-C to be installed discreetly behind a flat panel display or above a ceiling mounted projector. It connects to the head end or source location using a single CAT type twisted pair cable.
Crestron RL 2 System Codec – the CCS-UC-CODEC-200 is a compact codec designed to serve as the core of a complete Crestron RL 2 Group Collaboration System for Lync. Crestron RL 2 is a comprehensive group collaboration solution that combines Crestron hardware with Microsoft Lync software. The CCS-UC-CODEC-200 is designed to be used along with the Crestron TS-1051-C Tabletop Touch Screen, and is available only as part of a Crestron RL 2 system package containing the codec, touch screen and other components. Crestron RL 2 is based on Microsoft Lync 2013, the server-based application that many companies already use on a daily basis. The full-featured system enables real-time group collaboration on conference room displays, rather than on personal laptops. It incorporates video, voice, interactive content sharing, presence and chat from one touch screen interface.
Dataton
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Dataton WATCHOUT 6 – a major upgrade of their flagship multi-display software, WATCHOUT. This new version is the most significant upgrade in the 15-year history of Dataton’s highly acclaimed multi-display production and presentation system. WATCHOUT version 6 adds a feature-set for advanced projection mapping, multiple-source video playback, 3D media and modelling, pre-visualisation – all fronted by a radically revamped user interface. The combination of new features in WATCHOUT 6 puts producers on a fast track to outstanding projection mapping: import a 3D model of a real-world object, map it with content, then use the new 3D Projector and marker-based calibration features to get pixel-accurate image mapping.
DPA
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DPA d:fine In-Ear Broadcast Headset Microphone is targeted at broadcast hosts and guests who use in-ear monitors to communicate with their producers backstage or to hear foldback from people interviewed outside the studio; this versatile new addition to the award-winning d:fine range combines the sound quality of a DPA microphone with a state of the art in-ear monitoring solution. With this model, ear-pads in two different sizes are included and great care has been taken to ensure that there is no audio leakage between the in-ear drivers and the microphone capsule, which can be either omnidirectional or directional. The unit incorporates two cables – microphone and in-ear – that run parallel to give a neat and tidy look. A spring steel construction at the ear-hook offers quick mounting around virtually any ear, while the cable to the integrated in-ear plug(s) can be lengthened or shortened to suit the user. Any excess cable can be wound up around the plug or placed behind the outer ear, while a cable steer at the headset mount controls the cable run down the neck. It is easy to adjust headset mount size and by choosing between left and right ear orientation, it is even possible to give the broadcast host a “camera blind’ side. DPA has incorporated a miniature MicroDot connector for the microphone and a mini-jack for in the ear. Adapters are available to fit most professional wireless belt packs.
ETC
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ETC ColorSource PAR benefits from ETC’s extensive experience in LED colour-mixing, by using the proportionate recipe of red, green, blue, a twist of lime and an extra dash of red. The lime and double-red emitters expand the ColorSource PAR’s colour range, allowing users to get a richness only possible from ETC LED luminaires. The unique blend also adds depth, making a more natural, flattering light. And, when ColorSource PAR fixtures are used at any intensity, they maintain their colour quality.
Harman JBL
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Harman JBL Control 10C-VA Series features three new models that are EN54-certified versions of the JBL Control 10 Series, while the CSS-15C-VA is ideal for voice announce applications. These ceiling loudspeakers are ideal for applications requiring EN54 and/or BS5839/8 certified ceiling loudspeakers. All three models feature wide bandwidth, wide coverage and combined 100V and 8ohm operation. The Control 12C-VA features a 75mm driver, 20 Watts at 8ohms, and a 15-Watt multi-tap 100V transformer. The Control 14C-VA features a 100 mm woofer, 19 mm tweeter, 30 Watts at 8ohms and a 25W multi-tap transformer. Lastly, the Control 16C-VA features a 165mm woofer, 19 mm tweeter, 50 Watts at 8ohms, and a 30-Watt multi-tap transformer. They also contain a ceramic terminal block and in-line thermal fuse, making them compliant to BS5839, part 8. They also feature a new sealed metal terminal cover with sealed gland-nut entrance. All three models offer superior sound quality, making them ideal for high-fidelity music as well as speech.
Harman JBL CSS-15C-VA ceiling loudspeaker features a 130mm full-range dual-cone driver for voice announce applications requiring EN54-24 certification. It offers a 6-Watt, 100V transformer for distributed systems and has a frequency response of 180Hz to 20kHz. It also contains a metal fire dome that can be installed from below the ceiling surface and attaches with two metal clips. All the wiring is done from below in the metal fire dome. The driver and main baffle then get easily torsion-loaded (via spring) into the fire dome, where the speaker is pulled into place. The CSS-15C-VA contains a ceramic terminal block and in-line thermal fuse, making it also compliant to standard BS5839, part 8.
Kramer Electronics
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Kramer Electronics VIA Collage features iOS mirroring and has an integrated Airplay receiver. It is a wireless presentation and collaboration solution that allows users show content from any iOS device on a main display. Everything done on an Apple iOS device is wirelessly mirrored on the main display. VIA Collage meeting participants can collaborate on and finalise projects in real time. Up to six user screens can be shown on a single main display and up to 12 on two displays. Users can also view the main display on their device. With any laptop, tablet or smartphone, users can view, edit and comment on documents simultaneously, share files instantly and chat with other meeting participants. VIA Collage uses proprietary technology to stream full-resolution uninterrupted HD video to the main display. VIA Collage also supports third-party conferencing and office apps, such as Microsoft Office, Skype, GotoMeeting, Lync, and WebEx, allowing users to connect remotely to meetings.
Kramer Electronics’ TP-590RXR and TP-590TXR range extenders are among the first range extenders to incorporate Valens’s Colligo chipsets. These products let you connect any device in the room over a single twisted pair cable without compromising on quality or performance. The TP-590RXR and TP-590TXR range extenders implement the entire set of features supported by HDBaseT 2.0, including USB 2.0.
Lab.gruppen
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Lab.gruppen D Series platform is a new install amplifier range that was based on the TEC Award winning PLM 20000Q. The D Series gives complete control and monitoring of the whole platform ecosystem – including networking, audio I/O, signal processing, amplifiers, power supply and connected mains supply – delivering unique operational benefits and improved system control, with the added flexibility of both Lake and Biamp Tesira variants offering a new level of integration possibilities.
Meyer Sound
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Meyer Sound CAL column array loudspeaker showed off the control and sonic fidelity of the steerable loudspeaker, the industry’s first AVnu-certified AVB loudspeaker. The Meyer Sound SpaceMap is multi-channel dynamic panning software with the D-Mitri digital audio platform. CAL provides seamless interoperability with certified AVB devices from other manufacturers, while offering numerous advantages of the open IEEE AVB standards.
NEC
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NEC 4K SSL projector and 98-inch UHD display launch included industry-customised demonstrations including Digital Live Painting using ShadowSense touch technology, and On the Move, a highly complex simulation of a train station with digital information system that combines context-aware advertising with passenger information, powered by NEC’s leafengine sensor technology and Smartsign software.
Panasonic
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Panasonic PT-RQ13K laser projector is a 10 000 lumens 4K model that has four times more pixels than its predecessors and delivers extremely detailed, film-like, image quality. At the same time it’s the most compact and lightweight projector of its kind in the world.
Hartmut Kulessa, marketing manager projector products, Panasonic Visual System Solutions, says: “The RQ13K and RZ12K series eclipse the competition with a contrast ratio of 20 000:1 that, together with high-resolution performance, makes them ideal for large exhibition venues, virtual reality theatres and corporate applications. The cabinet for the PT-RQ13K is about half the size of some competitor 4K resolution products which, alongside 3600 orientation, is sure to appeal to rental and staging professionals.’ In addition to these features the PT-RQ13K offers a 20 000-hour light source life and a laser light-source engine which allows for 24/7 operation.
Sennheiser
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Sennheiser SpeechLine Digital Wireless is the first wireless digital microphone, exclusively designed for speech applications. The microphones are modified for speech, particularly for business applications, are easy to install with automatic frequency and interference management. A lightweight handheld model with batteries rechargeable via Micro USB; a body pack transmitter that comes with a Lavalier microphone, very sleek, all metal head set and only weighs 7g. The bi-directional receiver recognises if the frequency has any problems and automatically and coherently changes to a cleaner frequency. Optimum intelligibility is enhanced by selectable sound profiles and sound processing algorithms, including presets for bass-intensive male voices or high female voices. It also has an automatic frequency management feature that automatically searches for free frequencies on-site, therefore eliminating the need for time-consuming frequency planning in advance.
Shure
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Shure CP 7890 adds automated video-follow-audio to a Shure discussion or conference system. Included hardware and software integrates with the DDS 5900 Digital Discussion System or DCS 6000 Digital Conference System to automatically display a video image of the speaker for recording, streaming, or broadcasting applications. A free setup application for Apple iPad and most Android tablets makes saving camera presets quick and easy. With the ability to handle up to four cameras and 400 presets, the CP 7890 is ready for a variety of meeting sizes and room layouts.
Tannoy
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Tannoy QFlex LS are a cost effective solution for critical, life safety applications, a solution that balances complex power consumption needs with the high performance and intelligibility that is the core of the QFlex range. The new models have an optimised driver placement and improved current draw, making them perfect for applications where emergency voice alarms or communications may be required. The new QFlex 16LS and QFlex 32LS column loudspeakers are designed primarily for large transportation hubs as part of a PA/VA system where speech is the main audio source, either from live announcements or via pre-recorded message. These new QFlex life safety models are specifically intended to optimise voice reinforcement, and as a result make them more affordable, and therefore applicable, to a wider range of projects. The beam steering technology gives the system designer a unique set of tools for controlling sound in large, acoustically challenging, highly reverberant spaces – which typically might involve large expanses of reflective surfaces such as glass, metal, concrete or stone – by directing audio from the loudspeakers to a specific location in the listening area using sophisticated DSP combined with onboard digital amplification.
Tannoy VX 8M, a brand new full range Dual Concentric loudspeaker that provides a compact, yet punchy and sonically vibrant solution for small-to-medium scale performance sound reinforcement. With a tightly controlled 90 degree dispersion for optimum coverage and forward gain, the VX 8M has a peak output of 119dB and a recommended amplifier power of 260w, meaning this model is a powerful and versatile performer for a wide range of applications, with the new cabinet design including 40 and 60 degree angles, making the VX 8M ideal for use as a dedicated floor monitor.
Vivitek
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Vivitek DH758USTiR and DH758UST education projectors, four-fingertouch technology. DH758USTiR takes interactive creativity in the classroom to the next level. The DH758USTiR and new, non-interactive DH758UST version are fitted with a short-throw lens designed for installation against the wall with just a short space to the screen, making them ideal for installation in any type of classroom or education environment. The DH758USTiR and DH758UST HD projectors are capable of projecting a 100-inch image from an ultra-short distance, which avoids having shadow on the screen from presenters or writers on the whiteboard. With the complimentary Interactive Whiteboard software, multiple students can work simultaneously on an assignment on the whiteboard and screenshots can be captured and retrieved again.
Yamaha
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Yamaha VXC-F loudspeakers feature a newly designed speaker unit and resin enclosure tuned for music playback; the shallow, lightweight construction of the VXC3F and VXC5F enables them to conform to the strictest installation limitations. The VXC3F features a 3,5-inch full-range bass reflex driver rated at 20 W, while the VXC5F features a 4,5-inch driver rated at 40W. The speaker unit and back box volume have been matched to achieve balanced reproduction of all frequencies, even at low output levels to deliver refined, natural music reproduction at any volume level without mid-range distortion. VXC-F speakers are designed to be fast and flexible to install. Facilities include both high and low-impedance connections, Euroblock terminals, a carrying band, anti-drop tab, magnetically secured grilles (with anti-drop wire) and double-threaded screws for speedy installation.
