Hayward, Calif. — May 14, 2008 — PANORAMAdtv, the video products division of Wohler Technologies Inc., today announced that Canal Overseas, a division of leading French broadcast group Canal+, is using the HDCC-200A HD/SD-SDI closed-captioning bridge to enable efficient handling and storage of World System Teletext (WST) subtitle data within an HD/SD playout infrastructure. By encoding subtitles within an HD ingest workflow and subsequently decoding those subtitles back at the time of playout, this new card supports a single cost-effective video ingest and playout workflow regardless of the availability of subtitles. It also adds to the bottom line by eliminating the need for duplication of SD and HD video storage. more

IRVINE, Calif. — May 14, 2008 — ITC (Instant Tool-less Connectors), a division of The Quest Group (parent company of AudioQuest), today announced that it has extended the reach of its sales and support networks for its tool-less line of connectors to Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States. As another key step in the company’s strategy for aggressive worldwide growth, ITC has concluded agreements with one of the region’s largest distributors, the Marvel-Distribution Company. more

NORTHRIDGE, CALIFORNIA, May 14, 2008 — In a display of the versatility and pattern control capability of JBL Professional’s loudspeaker lineup, Yake Engineered Systems of Cambridge, Ontario, Canada recently chose to install JBL’s PD (Precision Directivity) Series loudspeakers into a new sound system at the Lakeside Church in Guelph. The project was part of an overall expansion to accommodate a congregation of approximately 1,200 people–three times its original size. more

PORTLAND, Ore., May 14, 2008 — Rodin, parent company of the Phoenix Gold®, AudioSource®, and Carver® brands in the mobile audio and home audio/video markets, is proud to announce that it has promoted Tom O’Mara to chief executive officer, effective immediately. O’Mara, Rodin president, will continue in that role along with his new duties as CEO. O’Mara succeeds Jonathan Cooley who will continue serving as Rodin’s vice chairman and chief financial officer. more

Optional network input modules ensure compliance with Harman Professional’s HiQnet™ system for remote control and monitoring.

NORTHRIDGE, CALIFORNIA, May 13, 2008 — Rounding out its VERTEC® Series line array family of powered and passive loudspeaker models for the professional tour/rental and performance-venue markets, JBL Professional has introduced the JBL VERTEC VT4889ADP Full Range High Directivity Line Array Element and the companion VT4880ADP Ultra Long Excursion Arrayable Subwoofer. Both models are integrated audio systems featuring field-proven JBL DrivePack® technology. Co-developed with Harman Pro Group sister companies Crown International and dbx Professional, the high-performance JBL DrivePack electronics modules with integral digital signal processing couple seamlessly with VERTEC loudspeakers. These latest powered full-size models in the JBL VERTEC DP Series deliver superb audio quality with robust reserve power, with digital electronics perfectly matched to the enclosures. more

– The CP-A100 offers short throw distance, networking functionality and advanced security functions. –

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, www.hitachi.us, May 14, 2008 — Offering a new level of versatility and performance to the education and corporate markets, Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc., Business Group is unveiling the CP-A100 LCD projector. This revolutionary new model features a very short throw distance, eliminating the problem of presenters obstructing the projected image by standing in front of the screen. Additionally, the CP-A100 offers networking capability, allowing multiple projectors to be controlled and monitored from a single location. more

InfoComm Booth N5031 – SP Controls Inc. will introduce its CatLinc HDMI, an inexpensive device which allows transmission of HDMI signals over CAT5e cable. The device permits users to extend an HDTV display up to 150 feet away from an HDTV source, using two CAT5e cables, thus eliminating the need to purchase expensive HDMI cables when placing a display away from the source. The CatLinc HDMI is capable of supporting DVI equipment when used with an HDMI DVI adapter. The product includes one transmitter, one receiver, two HDMI cables, and one power supply. The device handles signal rates up to 2.25 Gbits, supporting a 1080p display. more

ST. PAUL, Minn., May 14, 2008—More than 450 system integrators and electronic system contractors from the U.S. and Canada attended Capitol Sales Company’s 13th annual Dealer Education and Technology Showcase in Minneapolis held May 5 and 6. Participants selected from a full offering of technical classes focused on real-life applications along with business classes designed to help dealers drive even more successful growth strategies.
Paul LeMay attended the conference and is the Regional Sales Manager for Panamax – Furman. Lemay talked to dealers throughout the showcase and said, “I met a dealer who flies in from Los Angeles. Attending for last three years in a row, he told me this event is as good as CEDIA EXPO.� more

Minneapolis, MN. — (May 2008) – www.chiefmfg.com – At less than the width of a penny, Chief’s New Thinstallâ„¢ Series makes no compromise to maintain the low-profile of this year’s ultra-thin flat panel TV revolution. The new line of mounts incorporates exclusive design features from Chief, like GlideLockâ„¢ tool-less latching, to achieve faster installation in the field. more

ST. PAUL, Minn., May 13, 2008—Capitol Sales Company is pleased to offer its dealers a new line of Chrysalis subwoofers from Velodyne Acoustics in Silicon Valley, Calif. Recognized globally for innovative designs and superior performance for more than 25 years, Velodyne delivers a power home theater experience. The new series offers the low bass impact and sound characteristics typically found in commercial movie theaters that moviegoers can now enjoy in the comfort of their own home. more