University uses the Rise Display Network digital signage content management solution to communicate campus events, schedules, and emergency alerts

ETOBICOKE, Ontario – September 23, 2008 – Rise Vision, Inc., a provider of a web-based content management system for the control of digital signage networks, has announced that Villanova University has expanded its on-campus use of the Rise Display Network to create a fully networked, campus-wide information system. Villanova uses the Rise Display Network digital signage content management system on 15 LCD screens campus-wide, with plans to add another 30 screens. In addition to displaying information about campus events, schedules, and emergency notifications, Villanova also sells advertising to local merchants that accept the school’s Wildcard debit card. more

SAN FRANCISCO, CA — Coined as the ultimate microphone cable by its users, Wireworks MusiLUX Microphone Cabling is the first choice for audiophiles’ in-studio and on-stage needs. Featuring a sonic superiority and its performer pleasing luxurious feel, MusiLUX’s super flexible design enables the cable to always lay flat on the floor, eliminating trip hazards that are typically associated with other microphone cables. MusiLUX will be on display at this year’s AES show (Booth 1502). more

Located in the heart of Paris, Virtuel Audio is a three-studio facility that specialises in audio post production for the television and advertising markets. Its clients include many of the country’s top broadcasters and advertising agencies, such as France TV Group, Canal+ and several private production companies. more

San Clemente, CA—September 22, 2008—In 1982, when Sonance founders Scott Struthers and Geoff Spencer created the world’s first in-wall loudspeaker, the Sonance 1, they forever changed the relationship between audio and architecture. Their bold stroke launched architectural audio—an entirely new category for the consumer electronics industry.

In the 26 years since, Sonance has continued its leadership role within the consumer electronics industry; in 2002 Scott Struthers received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Custom Electronics Design and Installation Association (CEDIA) for his innovations in the custom installation industry. Mr. Struthers is credited with inventing the in-wall speaker concept for residential use. Now Sonance celebrates the induction of the world’s first in-wall loudspeaker, the Sonance 1, into CEDIA’s Product Hall of Fame. more

Central Baptist Church (CBC), located in St. Louis, Missouri, has installed two Allen & Heath iLive-80 digital console systems to handle FOH/Monitors and Broadcast needs. The 750-capacity facility is a dynamic musical church, which, in addition to various weekly services, hosts a number of events including theatrical, musical, and dance performances, community events, guest speakers, workshops and educational sessions. The installation was managed by Drainer Albright & Associates with system integration by Modern Communications and Output Unlimited. more