Berlin, DE — October 2008 — Tannoy, QSC, Bouyer, Bosch, Electro-Voice, Dynacord and SoundTube Entertainment have licensed EASE Address software from Ahnert Feistel Media Group (AFMG) for the design and optimization of ceiling speaker installations and other distributed systems. “We are happy that these leading brands have adopted EASE Address as their primary tool for designing ceiling systems,” says Stefan Feistel of AFMG. “We have spent many programming hours making EASE Address the most accurate, fastest and easiest to use program for both system designers and R&D engineers. Our GLL data format makes it easy to add new loudspeakers and update existing products without writing a single line of code.” more

ST. PAUL, Minn., Dec. 11, 2008—Capitol Sales Company has begun distributing more than 200 of Niles Audio’s most popular products to all 50 states as part of a new, expanded territory agreement effective December 1.

“We have sold Niles products regionally for nearly 20 years with an enthusiastic response from our dealers,� said Curt Hayes, President and Chief Financial Officer. “During that time, we’ve built a strong partnership between our two companies with common customer service goals, a commitment to ongoing dealer education and strong technical support. Now, we’re pleased to expand distribution to our national dealer base.� more

CHATSWORTH, CA – The GefenTV Ethernet over PLC Extender offers consumers one of the easiest, most convenient methods of Ethernet distribution available today. Users can access the Internet from any room in the house without rewiring or running new cables. Instead, they simply tap into their existing, in-wall power line cables to extend up to four Ethernet connections throughout their home or office. A DSL, cable or satellite Ethernet signal is distributed throughout the home using small sender and receiver units equipped with Ethernet RJ-45 ports that transmit data up to 200 Mbps to guarantee a rapid data delivery. more

Two Digital Projection LIGHTNING 45 HD-3D Projectors are Bringing the Polar Express Holiday Experience to Life in a Dazzling “4-D� Display

The 3D projection is so realistic we’ve had guests take off their 3D glasses thinking that the snow in the Polar Express 4D experience was being “blown into� the theater.
– Pete Owens, Dollywood Public Relations Manager more

Hoppmann AV Chooses DP’s TITAN to Deliver Dynamic Imagery at U.S. Navy Memorial Foundation’s Auditorium

Hoppmann has allowed us to fully utilize the numerous features of the Heritage Center by creating an outstanding visual and aural experience for our visitors and staff.
– Navy Admiral Richard A. Buchanan more

Scharff Weisberg was tasked with providing video support at three venues within the Metropolitan Museum of Art for a by-invitation-only memorial service for famed artist Robert Rauschenberg who passed away earlier this year.

“They did an excellent job and guided us through all of the technical challenges of a very complex event,” notes Mark Pace, an independent event coordinator with extensive background in convention and performing-arts facility management. “It is my understanding that the Rauschenberg Memorial was the first time the Museum has had a ‘simulcast’ between The Grace Rainey Rogers Auditorium and The Temple of Dendur, not to mention a delayed webcast of the event.” Speakers for the Memorial were split between the Auditorium and The Temple of Dendur requiring the live feed from each room to be broadcast to both rooms. more

Company expands green strategy in product manufacturing process

BOSTON, December 10, 2008 – Technomad Associates, LLC, a leader in weatherproof loudspeakers and audio systems since 1995, today announced it has altered its manufacturing process to ensure RoHS compliance for sales into the European Union. The complete Technomad product range is now RoHS-compliant, including Technomad IP56-rated weatherproof loudspeakers, the Schedulon automatic mp3 player and recording system, and the company’s PowerChiton series of networkable, weatherproof powered amplifiers. more

(SPICELAND, IND)—Draper, Inc., a leading manufacturer of gymnasium equipment, projection screens, window shades and lifts and mounts for flatscreens and video projectors, has been recognized for its efforts to reduce energy use in the company’s facilities. more

Fourth annual collaboration-focused event brings electronic systems contractors and residential professionals to New Orleans April 1–4, 2009

INDIANAPOLIS (December 10, 2008)—The Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association (CEDIA) has announced its fourth annual Electronic Lifestyles® Forum will be held at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in New Orleans April 1–4, 2009. The event will offer education, networking and guest speakers aimed at optimizing collaboration among electronic systems contractors, architects, builders, building designers and interior designers. more

AGOURA HILLS, Calif. — Dec. 9, 2008 — The Pandoras Box Media Server from coolux is being used by Geodezik, a Montreal-based multimedia design and production company, to support video projection for ZAIAâ„¢, Cirque du Soleil’s first permanent show in Asia. Staged at The Venetian Macao, ZAIA is the dream of a young girl who journeys into space on a voyage of self-discovery. Geodezik incorporated Pandoras Box into this dazzling show to help tell her story and illustrate her perception of the stars and planets, space and infinity, and the variety of fantastic creatures inhabiting them. more