MONTREAL — April 9, 2009 — HaiVision Network Video, the world’s leading vendor of high-performance H.264 encoders, codecs, and video-over-IP systems, today announced that it will contribute its advanced encoding technology and expertise to the Technologies for Worship Magazine (TFWM) pavilion at the 2009 NAB Show. TFWM Pavilion staff will use HaiVision’s “zero-latency” MAKO-HDâ„¢ TelePresence codec to simulate the video performance attainable at remote facilities. In addition, company and integration experts will host a workshop entitled “Performance Network Video Uniting Remote Churches.” more

MUNICH: 126th AES Convention Education Committee European/Int’l Region Chair Misato Yamada and North & Latin America Chair Teri Grossheim, have issued an invitation to all AES student members to take advantage of the outstanding events scheduled at Munich’s M,O,C, Convention Center May 7-10, 2009. more

Atlas Increases Power Management Focus with Acquisition of ETA Systems

PHOENIX, AZ, – Atlas Sound L.P. announces a definitive agreement with PowerVar of Waukegan, Illinois to acquire all assets of ETA Systems, including all trademarks and inventory, for an undisclosed amount. ETA offers an extensive line of rack mounted and stand-alone power protection, power management, and uninterruptible power products designed to protect the ultra-sensitive digital electronic equipment used in audio and video applications. Many ETA models feature sophisticated microprocessor technology to regulate AC power, sequence power turn-on, and provide backup power in the event of a power outage. more

Upgrading a historic house of worship’s large-screen presentation capabilities requires a projector with superb image-display versatility, convenient operation, and a compact design to minimally impact the church’s interior. This is why the century-old First Assembly of God, located in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, chose Canon U.S.A.’s REALiS X600 Multimedia Projector, which combines crisp, high-brightness display of text, still images, and motion video with features that help maintain the church’s traditional atmosphere. more

Costa Mesa, CA-based manufacturer reports “unprecedented levels� of interest

LAS VEGAS, NV, April 8, 2009—Cruising the aisles at this year’s ShoWest—filmdom’s annual paean to all things cinematic where theatre owners, manufacturers, studios, and the press all co-mingle to find out what’s new and exciting—one could stroll past booths showcasing everything from the latest incarnations of popcorn to high-end digital technology. In the latter category, one standout was QSC’s DCP 300, a comprehensive digital cinema processor ideally suited for both D-Cinema upgrades and new installations. more