MONTREAL — April 8, 2009 — HaiVision Network Video, a world-leading vendor of high-performance H.264 encoders, codecs, and video-over-IP systems, today announced that Andy Vaughan, the company’s director of U.S. federal sales, will be a presenter at the Military & Government Summit during the 2009 NAB Show. Vaughan will address techniques for successfully applying video-over-IP technologies to the DoD enterprise during the summit session titled “Adapting Commercial, Off-the-shelf (COTS) Solutions to Military Applications.” more

Chula Vista, CA… April 2009… Soundcast Systems, a leader in the development and production of high quality, reliable wireless audio products designed for consumer use and the custom home installation marketplace, is pleased to announce that its newest offering—the OutCast Jr. weather-resistant, wireless loudspeaker—is now shipping. Featuring a unique design that enables music enthusiasts to enjoy rich, multi-directional stereo sound anywhere within a range of up to 350 feet, OutCast Jr. lends itself to outdoor applications requiring greater mobility, such as tailgate parties, beach visits, and garden settings. more

MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA – MARCH 2009: Throughout the month of March, the Gertrude Silverstone Muss Gallery at the Bass Museum of Art in Miami Beach was home to a unique art exhibition aptly titled “SOUND.” The exhibition celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Subtropics Festival, an annual showcase of sound art sponsored by the local collective interdisciplinary Sound Art Workshop (iSAW). SOUND was curated by iSAW’s artistic director, Gustavo Matamoros, in association with composer David Dunn. The selected works explored the full range of sound art, including sculptural works, installations, performances, and interactive art. Matamoros relied on the flat frequency response and stunning fidelity of twelve Klein + Hummel P 110 high-end reference monitors to realize all of those pieces that required external loudspeakers. more

New 500-Watt Product Powers Sony F23 and F35 Digital Cameras

LAS VEGAS, NV, April 8, 2009 – Continuing its mission to provide reliable power supplies for the high-end video camera market, Anton/Bauer, a brand of The Vitec Group, and the world’s premier provider of professional broadcast, video and film camera batteries, chargers, lighting and other mobile power systems, is proud to introduce its new DT-500™ 500-watt power supply at NAB 2009 (Booth C6021). This unique product is the only power supply of its kind designed to meet the power requirements of high-end Sony F23 and F35 HD cameras. more

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Magenta Launches New Cyan Series of Extension Products at Screen Media Expo

Screen Media Expo, London, UK, April 7, 2009 – Magenta Research, a recognized leader in video, audio and control signal distribution and switching over structured cabling, today announced the Cyan by Magenta brand, a new series of signal extension products for the digital signage market.

Powered by technology derived from Magenta’s best-in-class commercial AV signal distribution range, Cyan by Magenta products deliver cost-effective solutions for applications requiring basic point-to-point extension over shorter distances and with smaller distribution footprints. Cyan by Magenta includes real time signal extension kits for HDMI, DVI, VGA, YUV (component), and audio.
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ALAMEDA, CALIFORNIA, APRIL 8, 2009 – Clear-Com Communication Systems, a Vitec Group brand, will demonstrate for the first time at NAB 2009 (Booth C6521) a direct link from its IP-Enabled V-Series panels to the Eclipse digital matrix intercom frames over an existing WAN or LAN Ethernet connection. This new connectivity option, available for all new and existing V-Series panels, allows broadcasters to establish intercom communications in locations where direct cabling is lacking by employing the existing local IT infrastructure, making it simple and affordable to expand intercom access. more

Crestron Online Ad and Allied Pixel Recognized by American Pixel Academy

ROCKLEIGH, NJ, April 8, 2009 — Crestron Electronics and Allied Pixel received the Gold EMPixx Award for the TPS-6X online video teaser ad. The EMPixx competition was created by David E. Carter, a multiple Emmy® and Clio® winner with a long history of innovation for the creative world. EMPixx is sponsored by the American Pixel Academy (APA), honoring excellence in moving pixels. The trophy symbolizes the transition from film to pixels. more

A new Heineken Experience opened at the historic Heineken Brewery in Amsterdam at the beginning of December 2008. Designed and produced by BRC Imagination Arts, the re-designed visitor experience makes extensive use of specially produced high definition video programmes. Electrosonic’s UK office, www.electrosonic.com, was appointed by BRC, www.brcweb.com, as its principal sub-contractor for audio-visual systems integration. more

~Free Shipping Available on All Orders of Auralex’s Acoustical Treatments~

INDIANAPOLIS, IN, APRIL 8, 2009 — As Auralex Acoustics continues to expand its business, the company’s pro audio acoustical treatments are now available through online consumer retail giant, Amazon.com. Auralex is now Amazon.com’s preferred acoustical treatment providers, offering its complete line of pro audio acoustical products, for immediate shipping, with the added benefit of FREE Super Saver shipping on all Amazon.com orders of $25 or more. more

New Honolulu Facility Brings Mainland Services, Faster Deliveries and Other Increased Efficiencies to Commercial and Residential Customers

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, Apr. 8, 2009 — Liberty Wire & Cable, worldwide supplier of a broad range of wire and cable products for the audio/video trade, including custom installers and systems integrators, has opened a new warehouse facility in Honolulu, Hawaii, to service commercial and residential customers in and around the 50th state. more