SAN DIEGO — May 5, 2008 — Broadcast systems integrator TV Magic today announced the completion of a state-of-the-art high definition live sports control room at the HP Pavilion at San Jose, home to the NHL’s San Jose Sharks and a variety of sports and entertainment events throughout the year. This effort was undertaken as part of a capital improvement project overseen by performing arts/media facilities planning and design consultant Auerbach Pollock Friedlander. The TV Magic installation encompassed the relocation of the arena’s existing A/V control room, scoring video system, and coaches’ video review equipment. The newly upgraded facility is designed to support live broadcast, production, and post-production in state-of-the-art high definition quality. It also includes the first ever high definition in-house multichannel cable system for targeted advertising throughout the HP Pavilion. more

Distributor of Custom Home Electronics’ Second Canadian Location Opens May 5th in Calgary

Van Nuys, Calif. – May 5, 2008 – AVAD, LLC, the industry’s leading distributor of custom home electronics, has expanded its presence in Canada with the opening of its Calgary facility—its second Canadian location. Scheduled to open Monday, May 5th, the new Calgary facility will bring AVAD’s unique blend of best brands, in-depth training and superior service to western Canadian custom installers and retailers. more

Turning Technologies LLC, the leader in the audience response industry, today announced the availability of ResponseCard® AnyWhere™, its newest and most versatile audience response system yet. An LCD screen-equipped handheld receiver for presenters that is approximately the size of a deck of cards, ResponseCard AnyWhere is the perfect solution for teachers, trainers or meeting moderators who need a highly portable, preparation-free polling solution that doesn’t require a projector or computer. more

San Diego, CA – May 2008… Carvin, the name musicians everywhere look to for high quality guitars, basses, instrument amplifiers, recording equipment, and sound reinforcement (SR) products, proudly introduces the LSX Series loudspeaker systems. Designed to address a wide range of SR applications—from portable PA systems for mobile DJ’s and performing musicians through large venue sound systems—Carvin’s new LSx loudspeakers are the product of state-of-the-art design and engineering expertise, with the end result being world-class features and performance paired with exceptional value. more

In a move that extends the already impressive capabilities of Fairlight’s Dream 2 platform, Fairlight today announced the release of Dream 2 Software Version 1.5.
Packed with over 50 new features, the new software delivers a convergence of audio and video never seen before in any audio production platform. All Dream 2 systems are supplied standard with on board video. The new release extends the capabilities to include support for a comprehensive array of video and audio interchange formats as well as providing support for a wide range of commonly used media file formats. more

Feature-laden compact lectern provides fully integrated presentation platform

Ramat Gan, Israel – 30 April 2008 – Tecom Electronics, the designers of TechPod, will launch its TechPod Presenter, a cutting-edge compact AV lectern at InfoComm2008, to be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, June 18-20. Tecom will be at booth C2734. more

NHK Science & Technical Research Laboratories (NHK STRL) centre has recently taken delivery of a custom 600 Channel Constellation system to support the development of its three dimensional surround sound system. The unique surround sound format is deployed as part of NHK STRL’s Ultra High Vision (UHDTV) TV format which features 22.2 speaker placements in conjunction with super high resolution video. more