Microcue2 Wireless Presenter Cueing System Now Has Dual USB Outputs for
Direct Cueing of Multiple Versions of PowerPoint Presentations

United Kingdom – May 02, 2008 – Interspace Industries today announced the U.S. launch of the second-generation version of the highly successful MicroCue, low-cost wireless AV cueing system. MicroCue2 now features dual, switchable USB outputs as a standard feature of this industry proven, portable, cueing system that is designed to ensure accurate and reliable cueing of PowerPoint™ presentations. more

Chicago, IL (May 2, 2008)—Tripp Lite, a world-leading manufacturer of power protection and connectivity equipment, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Keyspan, a leading provider of computer connectivity solutions. Keyspan offers adapters, servers, cables and remote controls for home, school and office environments. more

Florida Design and Engineering Consulting Firm Develops System to Align Estimation, Sales and Installation Processes to Improve Dealer Profitability

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. – May 2, 2008 – Firefly Design Group, the premier engineering and systems consulting company in the custom electronics industry, has developed the Firefly Project Intake Package Concept for the custom electronics and integration industry, the company announced today. This concept—a system for detailing and documenting the necessary information gathered at the inception of a project—is designed to streamline and standardize the interview process, improve communication between the integrator’s sales staff and engineering departments, and ultimately improve customer satisfaction and dealer profitability. more

Leading Active HDMI and DVI Manufacturer Partners with World-Wide Leader in Home Electronics Distribution

AUSTIN, Texas – May 2, 2008 – VizionWare, the leading manufacturer of high performance, active HDMI and DVI products, has announced a distribution agreement with Smarthome, Inc. to offer VizionWare’s entire line of digital interconnects and accessories. As part of the agreement, VizionWare’s complete product line, including its award-winning Hi-Wirez Series HDMI interconnects, will be available for purchase through Smarthome’s extensive sales catalog and online store. more

SAN DIEGO — HME is pleased to announce the WS200 Wireless Speaker Station, a unique and truly mobile solution when a remote speaker station is required. The WS200 does not have to be hardwired to a master station, eliminating the costly and time-consuming task of running cables – users simply place the unit where it is needed, and go about their business. more

Extreme CCTV announces that its IP Infrared Imaging (i³) line is now compatible with products from DVTel, a leader in the development and delivery of network-based video surveillance, analytics and access control. Extreme’s i³ utilizes infrared illumination to deliver clear images day or night, integrating seamlessly with IP networks. Solutions offered within the line include night-time imaging, license plate capture and vandal-resistant surveillance. Extreme’s high performance images allow optimized performance of DVTel’s video analytics platform in low light and no light environments. more

Order for New Hi Def, MPEG-4 iPump® Media Server for Use in Banks

(April 28, 2008) – DULUTH, Georgia – Wegener Corporation (Nasdaq: WGNR), a leading provider of equipment for television, audio and data distribution networks worldwide, today announced a $1.2 million order for a digital signage project for the financial services industry. The new order was received during WEGENER’s second quarter of fiscal 2008 and shipments are scheduled for delivery during WEGENER’s third quarter of fiscal 2008, which ends on May 30, 2008. more

The following information is courtesy of the 2007 CEDIA Electronic Lifestyles Designers’ Choice Awards. For more information on how to become a member of CEDIA, or information on its awards program please visit www.cedia.org or call (800) 669-5329.
2007 CEDIA Electronic Lifestyles Awards Entry: Best Theme Theater

Our client came to us as an avid science-fiction enthusiast who wanted an over-the-top home theater. Conversations focused around a spaceship theme, and initial concepts and plans for a theater that replicated the bridge of the Starship Enterprise-Voyager were created. more

Demonstrating the rider-friendly performance and ease of installation of JBL Professional VERTEC® line arrays, audio consultant Media Systems Design Group oversaw the design of the sound reinforcement system at the new Gallo Center for the Arts in Modesto, California. The Gallo Center is a $40 million complex that includes two performance spaces: the Mary Stuart Rogers Theatre (1,250 seats) and the Foster Family Theatre (444 seats). more

Wyckoff, NJ—May 1, 2008—Originally released in June, 2006, vinyl guru and analog expert Michael Fremer ‘s DVD entitled “21st Century vinyl: Michael Fremer’s Practical Guide to Turntable Set-up� has sold more than 7000 copies and continues to sell as it reaches a younger demographic now getting into vinyl for the first time. The disc has been translated into German and Italian with Japanese and Mandarin Chinese Language editions currently in production. more