Barix Radio entertains with eclectic music programming, and delivers Audio over IP test platform

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, April 15, 2009 — Barix AG, a pioneer in IP-based audio, intercom, control, and monitoring, announces the launch of Barix Radio, the company’s fully-licensed, unique radio station now streaming on a 24/7 basis at http://www.barix.com/radio.m3u. The station is programmed for Barix by DMD2, a Swiss content provider and Barix business partner, using licensed content. more

MONTREAL and CHICAGO — April 15, 2009 —HaiVision Network Video, the world’s leading vendor of high-performance H.264 encoders, codecs, and IP video systems, today announced the immediate availability of the MAKITOâ„¢, a cutting edge, high definition video encoder. The MAKITO is the first and only compact encoder that combines the efficiencies of H.264 video compression, the image quality of full high definition video, a very compact form factor, and a remarkable price. The MAKITO also is fully integrated with Video Furnace System 5, HaiVision’s complete end-to-end HD H.264 IP video distribution solution. The company will unveil and demonstrate MAKITO for the first time at the 2009 NAB Show in Las Vegas next week. more

2010 Winter Olympic Games host site for hockey installs full L-ACOUSTICS rig

VANCOUVER, B.C., Canada – April 2009 — Vancouver’s 18,630-seat General Motors Place, frequently referred to as “GM Place” or “The Garage”, will have a temporary non-corporate-sponsor moniker come February of 2010 when the Winter Olympic Games begin: Canada Hockey Place. But the Olympic-friendly name change isn’t the only thing that’s new for the home of the NHL Vancouver Canucks; the arena recently installed a full turnkey loudspeaker, amplifier and network/control system from L-ACOUSTICS. more

~ Featuring Wireworks MusiLUX Cable and Neutrik’s crystalCON Connectors ~

LAS VEGAS, NV ─ Wireworks, the leading innovator of audio/video cabling systems and custom panels, introduces Dazzler Microphone Cords featuring Wireworks super flexible MusiLUX microphone cable embellished with Neutrik’s crystalCON connector, at NAB 2009 (Booth C4147).

Wireworks new Dazzler Microphone Cords add just the right amount of extra light catching sparkle to a broadcaster’s or performer’s appearance with Neutrik crystalCON connectors. Designed to replace a traditional microphone cord that connects to a hand-held microphone, Dazzler cords present a unique eye-catching element to any presentation or performance with crystalCON, an XLR that is encrusted with genuine Swarovski crystals. more

MARCOUSSIS, France – April 2009 — With immediate effect, L-ACOUSTICS has introduced the Rental Network, an international platform to serve the community of Line Source Array owners. The new Network replaces the V-DOSC Partnership, which has been in existence since 1993.

The new L-ACOUSTICS Rental Network is launched against a backdrop of constantly developing technology, and offers its agents a unique opportunity to pool quality values as well as human and technical resources, and to benefit from Network synergies. more

DES PLAINES, IL — Gepco International is pleased to announce promotions within its sales team. The company has named Glen Powers director of sales and Ken Bernd and Rick Fernandez branch managers of the Central/International and Western Regions respectively. more

SEATTLE, WA – Digital signage company .advancedMethod is proud to announce that they have added AccuWeather, the premier weather, news and information provider, to their express digital signage system. Through this partnership, express users will now have the option of including AccuWeather’s reliable and engaging content as part of their messages. more

LAS VEGAS, NV – RF Central, part of The Vitec Group’s RF Extreme business unit, and a leading provider of digital and analog microwave systems for the broadcast industry, common carrier, cable, government, military and international marketplace, is exhibiting its RFX-RMR-II 2 GHz and 5.8 GHz rack-mounted receiver units at NAB 2009 (Booth C3707). While the 2 GHz is primarily designed for ENG news remotes and the 5.8 GHz is geared toward live sports stadium and arena coverage, both offer complete HD upgradeability with the latest in high-quality, low-delay, HD decoding technology. more

The Baltic Room, one of Seattle’s finest DJ and live music venues, recently worked with AV specialists TR Professional (Lynnwood, Wash.) to take their house sound system to the next level. Built around the new Tour X loudspeakers from Electro-Voice, TR Professional’s system design and installation has exceeded all expectations, raising the bar for small-club sound in the city. more

SAUGERTIES, NY — April 15, 2009 — Markertek.com and its popular industry Web cast “Tech Talk from the Markertek News Channel� has passed the 100-episode mark.

The channel, established on YouTube in April of 2008, provides industry insight on hot technology issues and trends that affect media professionals and technology organizations from a customer-centric, brand neutral perspective.

With over 60 full-time subscribers and 1,242 channel views, the company’s unique and informative videos have been viewed thousands of times each, many of which have been viewed well over 5,000 times. John Kelley, Editorial Director of the News Channel credits hard work and the Markertek “get it done� philosophy for the success of their weekly Web casts. more