Show off your AV geek-cred with style. Threadless shirt is offering a tee-shirt with every imaginable AV connector - letting you experience life in full "HD". What only 2 HDMI Ports?
I think this is a particularly clever marketing video made to imitate the un-boxing videos that early adopters/fans create and post to the internet. Check it out, and be sure to wait for the end!! I realize that the AV Home and Pro markets use different techniques for reaching customers than you would use for a consumer oriented ad, but it's still very fun and clever.
[Press Release] Chief® Provides Flat Panel Tilt at the Touch of a Button
Wednesday, 20 August 2008
The new CM8 automatically adjusts to preset positions for viewing.
Minneapolis, MN. USA -- www.chiefmfg.com - Chief Manufacturing, the industry leader in flat panel and projector mounting solutions, announces the release of the CM8 Automated Tilt Mount, providing smooth flat panel tilt at the touch of a button. The CM8 provides automated tilt when you turn on your TV and when the TV is powered off, it automatically returns to a low-profile, flush position.
Often times, obstacles in a room require a flat panel to be mounted higher than the ideal viewing height. The CM8 works to solve this problem, providing smooth, motorized tilt 2 degrees up and 13 degrees down. When not in use, the CM8 blends into décor, featuring an extremely low-profile design, at only 3.6" (91 mm) from the wall.
65-Inch LCD Named Best Plasma/LCD Display at InfoComm 08
Wednesday, 20 August 2008
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InfoComm and Rental & Staging Systems named NEC’s 65-inch MultiSync LCD6520 the best plasma/LCD display introduced during 2007. The awards recognize products that are specifically designed for rental and staging. Winners were determined by a reader poll conducted by the magazine.
NEC says the panel includes more than 30 features and functions specifically designed for signage, eliminating as many third-party components as possible and including an expansion slot for adaption to emerging technologies.
Panasonic Brings 103-Inch Plasma to InfoComm – Allows 5x5 or Put Three Side-by-Side for a 93ft Image
Wednesday, 20 August 2008
Although not brand new (it launched in February), Panasonic brought its impressive 103-inch plasma display to InfoComm and we took notice! This is a full 1080p resolution display and Panasonic says it ships with a 100,000-hour service life and backed by a three-year warranty.
Called the 10 Series TH-103PF10UK, new features include configurability for video walls, new video processing technology, enhanced wireless capabilities, plug-in card functionality and dual HDMI.
Christie Brings New M Series 3-Chip DLP Projectors to InfoComm
Wednesday, 20 August 2008
Christie has a new series of 3-chip DLP projectors, the M Series, built on a dual-lamp and consisting of six new models. They were shown for the first time at InfoComm.
The projectors range from 5,000 to 9,500 ANSI lumens and come in two resolutions: SX+ (1400 x 1050) and HD (1920 x 1080). Also of note is they weigh just 55 pounds, pretty light for this much power.
Extron Premieres New 1500' Twisted Pair Receivers for Extended Distances
Wednesday, 20 August 2008
Among the rumored 100 products Extron introduced at InfoComm was the MTP 1500RL Series of extended distance twisted pair receivers. Available in four models, the new extended distance receivers work with MTP Series transmitters to send high resolution video along with RS-232 or audio signals 1,500 feet or more over a single CAT 5-type cable.
The extended distance receivers are compatible with resolutions up to 1600x1200 UXGA, and feature separate continuously variable level and peaking adjustments that precisely optimize image quality for various cable lengths. The receivers are housed in low profile, rack-mountable metal enclosures that can be discreetly mounted in racks or behind wall-mounted displays.
I was recently in a discussion with one of my staging techs, who was describing to me a client who was giving them fits. They were revising a show plan over and over for months, making minute changes and then changing it back to the way it was - repeatedly. They were also frantic to discuss these changes right away, even though their show was still a month out. When I described some ways of dealing with it, the tech asked if I’d worked with this client before. I just smiled. You see, while all clients are different, there are a few who will crop up repeatedly in your career:
Paradigm announced an upgrade to the company's Monitor Series. Improvements over the v.5 are modified phase-coherent crossovers, redesigned magnetic grilles and a new finish.
The company says they did a complete re-design of the Monitor v.6 grilles. The new magnetic grilles feature ultra-low diffraction with re-worked, reinforced placement of the magnets to ensure the grilles will stay centered over the baffle and not move unless removed.
LG Announces First Blu-ray Disc Player With Instant Netflix Streaming to the TV
Tuesday, 19 August 2008
In the third such move in a month, a new device was announced that can stream Netflix movies directly onto the television. Previous announcements included players from Roku and Xbox. Only THIS time, it's LG, and THIS time, it's combined with a Blu-ray player.
LG and Netflix announced plans for the first Blu-ray disc player that will be able to instantly stream movies and TV episodes from Netflix to the TV. Shipping is planned for the fall. It will play HD Blu-ray, up-convert standard DVDs to 1080p and allow instant streaming of more than 12,000 choices from Netflix for no additional charge to Netflix subscribers.
Major Upgrades to New Wireless ZonePlayers, Multi-Room Music Systems, From Sonos, Including 802.11n
Tuesday, 19 August 2008
Sonos released a major upgrade to the company's line of wireless multi-room music systems with the introduction of two new ZonePlayers. While we at rAVe appreciate the company's TiVo-style approach that the consumer doesn't need to know how it works, just that it doesÖ here is some info about the technology anyway for all you technies out there who do need to know.
There are two new products -- the ZonePlayer 120 and ZonePlayer 90. The 120 is the amplified version and the 90 isn't, but it can be connected to a home theater or stereo to make use of existing audio equipment.
Show off your AV geek-cred with style. Threadless shirt is offering a tee-shirt with every imaginable AV connector - letting you experience life in full "HD". What only 2 HDMI Ports?
The new CM8 automatically adjusts to preset positions for viewing. 
InfoComm and Rental & Staging Systems named NEC’s 65-inch MultiSync LCD6520 the best plasma/LCD display introduced during 2007. The awards recognize products that are specifically designed for rental and staging. Winners were determined by a reader poll conducted by the magazine. 
Although not brand new (it launched in February), Panasonic brought its impressive 103-inch plasma display to InfoComm and we took notice! This is a full 1080p resolution display and Panasonic says it ships with a 100,000-hour service life and backed by a three-year warranty.
Christie has a new series of 3-chip DLP projectors, the M Series, built on a dual-lamp and consisting of six new models. They were shown for the first time at InfoComm.
Among the rumored 100 products Extron introduced at InfoComm was the MTP 1500RL Series of extended distance twisted pair receivers. Available in four models, the new extended distance receivers work with MTP Series transmitters to send high resolution video along with RS-232 or audio signals 1,500 feet or more over a single CAT 5-type cable. 
By Joel Rollins
Paradigm announced an upgrade to the company's Monitor Series. Improvements over the v.5 are modified phase-coherent crossovers, redesigned magnetic grilles and a new finish.
In the third such move in a month, a new device was announced that can stream Netflix movies directly onto the television. Previous announcements included players from Roku and Xbox. Only THIS time, it's LG, and THIS time, it's combined with a Blu-ray player.
Sonos released a major upgrade to the company's line of wireless multi-room music systems with the introduction of two new ZonePlayers. While we at rAVe appreciate the company's TiVo-style approach that the consumer doesn't need to know how it works, just that it doesÖ here is some info about the technology anyway for all you technies out there who do need to know.
