OLD LYME, CONNECTICUT – MARCH 2009: The launch of the MO 2000 optical microphone expands Sennheiser’s microphone applications via a new type of transducer that processes acoustic signals on the basis of variations in light intensity. This new engineering feat makes the MO 2000 ideal for applications where other microphones are only partly suitable or cannot even be used at all. In addition, Sennheiser is also introducing the first – and currently the only – microphone in the market to be certified by EMI/EMC laboratories for use in potentially explosive atmospheres – the Sennheiser IAS MO 2000 SET. more

HAYWARD, Calif. — March 3, 2009 — Wohler Technologies Inc., today announced that Tata Sky, a joint venture between the TATA Group and STAR, is using a range of Wohler monitoring systems to support direct-to-home (DTH) satellite television service that delivers 170 channels to more than three million connections across India. As Tata Sky, the fastest growing DTH provider in India, expands its channel offering, the company’s Wohler gear provides mission-critical monitoring for uplink, downlink, master control, and transmission areas. more

CARLISLE, PA/HACKETTSTOWN, NJ – The Vitec Group, worldwide provider of a wide range of equipment and services to the broadcasting, entertainment and photographic industries, announces the intended establishment of RF Extreme, LLC, a new business unit within the company that comprises leading digital and analog video microwave brands, Nucomm, RF Central and Microwave Service Company (MSC). It is expected that consolidation will be accomplished and the newly reconfigured entity be operational by the first week of April 2009. more

New C 375BEE and C 326BEE Boast PowerDrive, BEE Clamp, Soft Clipping, Low Distortion and Noise for Audio That Must be Heard to Be Appreciated

SHARON, MA, March 6, 2009 — NAD Electronics, the highly regarded manufacturer of high-performance audio/video components, introduces the C 375BEE Integrated Amplifier and C 326BEE Stereo Integrated Amplifier, which combine superb audio engineering and performance with extensive feature packages. more

Fairfield, NJ––Middle Atlantic Products has introduced a new welded Cabinet Frame Rack (CFR Series) for commercial AV use designed and engineered to provide the most useable rackspace for the overall height of the rack.

Its ability to maximize rackspace in lecterns, podiums, credenzas and cabinets makes the CFR a perfect fit for classrooms, meeting rooms, corporate facilities, lecture halls and more. more

Crestron Wins Three SVI Awards
ROCKLEIGH, NJ, March 5, 2009 — Continuing an award-winning start to the year, Crestron has yet again been successful in the SVI Trade Awards – winning in not one, but in THREE categories! Voted by the trade, these awards prove how popular Crestron and its products are within the Automation & Controls industry and how they are continually growing and impressing the market. more

Minneapolis, MN. — (March 2009) – www.chiefmfg.com – Chief Manufacturing, the industry leader in projector, monitor and flat panel TV mounting solutions, as well as progressive online tools, offers some of the most innovative mounting solutions for installing multiple screens side-by-side, now including the KTP225â„¢ dual monitor table stand, KTG225â„¢ dual monitor grommet stand, and KTC225â„¢ dual monitor desk clamp for widescreen monitors. more

Visitors to Stage Research’s Booth 1040 will be the first to witness the unveiling of major updates to the company’s software at the USITT (United States Institute for Theatre Technology) Conference and Stage Expo to be held March 18th-21st, 2009 at Duke Energy Convention Center, Cincinnati, Ohio. more

DK-Technologies has announced an important software update for its ground-breaking PT0760M HD/SD Multi-channel Video Waveform Monitor.

The software update has resulted in a much simpler menu structure, making it easier for customer to navigate the PT0760M’s extensive video and audio features. The unit also now has plug and play capability and incorporates Dolby Digital and Dolby E decoding, either from embedded audio within the HD/SD video or through separate AES inputs via a Dolby decoder module. more