CHATSWORTH CA – For home theaters using both a mounted flat panel and drop down screen, or any multiple display application, the Gefen 1:2 Splitter for HDMI v1.3 offers an easy method of viewing the same HD source on two displays or a display/projector combination.

The unit supplies one HDMI input that supports all versions of the HDMI interface. Two HDMI outputs connect direct to the two displays or projectors for a flawless delivery of high definition video with deep color and support for DTS Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD. more

MONTREAL — Jan. 19, 2009 — HaiVision Systems Inc., the world’s leading vendor of high-performance H.264 HD and SD video codecs, today announced a new partnership with DVC Digitalvideo Computing through which DVC will represent the full line of HaiVision solutions, providing sales, support, and design and integration services for customers requiring the lowest-latency HD and SD video transmission. more

Adder announces European distribution agreement with the Intronics b.v.

CAMBRIDGE, UK – January 15, 2009 – Adder, a leading developer of KVM switches, extenders and IP solutions, today announced it has entered into a strategic European distribution agreement with Intronics b.v. The agreement establishes sale of all of Adder’s products through Intronics group companies.

The partnership between Adder and Intronics enhances Adder’s ability to meet the increasing need for remote computer management and provide greater access to their hugely successful KVM over IP offerings. Adder’s KVM solutions enable the reliable control of local, remote and global IT systems. The company’s products reduce the complexity, vulnerability and cost of IT environments by providing robust access to and direct control of an organization’s computing systems. more

SYLMAR, Calif. — Jan. 19, 2009 — DNF Controls today announced that its line of control products is being used by National TeleConsultants (NTC), a provider of mission critical media systems design and integration services to the global media and entertainment industry. Through their partnership, the two companies deliver intuitive control systems that can be easily configured to meet the specific needs of broadcast, production, A/V, and industrial environments. more

ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY USES CLARK CUSTOM FOR THEIR HIGH DEFINITION BROADCAST TRAILER

Sports Zone Live, Rochester Institute of Technology’s local TV sports show has new digs. Their state of the art high definition broadcast trailer will broadcast RIT’s home games and possibly away games next year and is loaded with equipment such as two configurable 50� plasma screens, five high definition cameras and other techno-toys but what makes this project especially gratifying is the fact that it was completed by students of RIT. James Bober, the head engineer at RITs Educational Technology Center says, “The knowledge that our students have received from this is changing and molding their whole careers…what students learn in the class room can only take them so far. What we provide is a down to earth application that gives them the edge.� more

In a move to address the needs of both its contractor and end user communities in all vertical markets, Crown Audio today introduced its 660A commercial sound amplifier with a re-engineered high bandwidth filter that provides comprehensive system reliability in the most demanding fixed installation environments. The 660A represents a renewed commitment to providing the highest quality amplifiers for commercial and industrial audio. more

HACKETTSTOWN, NJ, JANUARY 19, 2009 – The Vitec Group’s RF Systems division is pleased to appoint Donald Hoeler as its new Vice President of Sales and Marketing. In his new position, Hoeler oversees and manages all sales and marketing activities within RF Systems, which is comprised of leading microwave technology companies Nucomm, Microwave Service Company and RF Central. more

Firefly Design Group, the premier engineering and systems consulting firm in the custom electronics industry, has announced it will now offer Salez Toolz software to professional systems contractors. In providing Salez Toolz’s fully-customizable platform, Firefly Design Group provides dealers with a proven tool for enhancing the selling process. more

This past December 19th” staging and lighting company Tinc Design & Productions crafted a sultry lighting design to play host to exuberant post-classical string ensemble Ethel’s collaboration with choreographer Annie-B Parson in Wait for Green. more