ANAHEIM, CALIF. (May 8, 2009) – For the third consecutive year, Premier Mounts (www.mounts.com), a leading manufacturer of A/V mounting equipment, will provide mounting solutions for the International Communications Industries Association (ICIA) booths, common show-floor areas and the Digital Signage Application Showcase during InfoComm 09, June 17 -19, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. more

SoundTube Entertainment, the leading manufacturer of high-performance commercial sound systems, will introduce RockSolid™ at InfoComm booth 3001. RockSolid speakers use SolidDrive transducers to reproduce high quality audio from a molded polyurethane shell shaped like a large rock. Unlike other “rock� speakers which use a rock-shaped enclosure for a standard speaker, the RockSolid surface IS the speaker. With the entire surface being driven by the SolidDrive transducers, 360 degree coverage is provided along with high fidelity sound that seemingly comes out of nowhere. more

SoundTube Entertainment, the leading manufacturer of high-performance commercial sound systems, will show the new SM890i Surface Mount speaker at InfoComm booth 3001.

The SM890i is one of three new speakers being introduced in the company’s new SM8 Series. Delivering high SPL and high efficiency with superior coverage, the SM890i incorporates an 8� treated fiber woofer and a high-power horn-loaded compression driver with SoundTube’s BroadBeamHP® technology to deliver a consistent dispersion pattern and superb intelligibility.

The SM890i uses a 120 Watt low insertion loss transformer with 6 position tap switch. Mounting is easily accomplished using SoundTube’s proprietary Vise-Lock system; this tool-free, hollow-ball joint assembly rotates 45 degrees in all directions and is driven by a Direct-Drive linear hyper-tension system allowing for precision aiming and lasting performance. more

SoundTube Entertainment, the leading manufacturer of high-performance commercial sound systems, will introduce the CM-EZ-BGM loudspeaker line at InfoComm.

Engineered specifically for background music applications where additional low end response is needed, CM-EZ-BGM speakers offer integrators reduced amplification costs with maximum efficiency; a tuned port provides additional low-end response. CM-EZ-BGM speakers may be ordered in 4, 6.5 and 8 inch configurations; backcan depths of 3.75� and 5.75� give integrators flexibility in working with varying ceiling plenum spaces. A 6-position tap switch allows for 25, 70.7 or 100 Volt applications with a 16 Ohm by-pass. more

Dan Dugan Sound Design will demonstrate the new E-1 Automatic Mixing Controller, featuring Dugan’s transparent automatic microphone mixing technology, at InfoComm booth 5871.

The E-1 Automatic Mixing Controller has replaced the Model E as Dugan’s economy model. It replaces the physical control panel of the Model D- series with a Java-driven remote control panel on the user’s computer. The E-1 provides eight channels of signal processing and patches into the input insert points of an audio mixing console. The product detects which microphones are being used and makes fast, transparent cross-fades, freeing the operator to focus on balance and sound quality instead of having to pay constant attention to the faders. more

South San Francisco, CA – SP Controls will show the company’s new PixiePlus AV device controller at InfoComm booth 4971. The PixiePlus is an inexpensive, intuitive control system that mounts into a single-gang wall box with a DecoraTM form factor. It provides up to eight control buttons and is customizable by the user. Control of projectors, DVD players and other devices is made simple for users, according to the company, and eliminates the need for remotes. more

Orlando, Florida — Alcorn McBride (InfoComm Booth 3719) will demonstrate the Digital Binloop HD, a product that provides playback of up to eight HD video channels in only three rack units, at InfoComm. Ideal for themed entertainment, museums, and other applications requiring high-resolution video playback, the Digital Binloop HD stores video on CompactFlash so it has no moving parts to wear out and handles video resolutions of 1080i, 720p, 480P/576P, or 480I/576I. The Digital Binloop HD outputs video via HDMI or HD-SDI (SMPTE-292M) with embedded audio. Analog video formats include component (YPbPr) or RGB, with composite Standard Definition monitor output; the unit can offer simultaneous SD and HD monitor outputs. The Digital Binloop HD has a genlock input, allowing it to be locked to house sync. more

Orlando, Florida, InfoComm Booth 3719 — Alcorn McBride is now shipping the V16 Pro, a versatile, frame-accurate show controller for both serial and network devices. The V16 Pro combines the stability and reliability needed by show professionals with unparalleled connectivity. With 16 serial ports, 16 inputs, 16 outputs, MIDI port and a dual Ethernet interface, the V16 Pro can “talkâ€? to virtually any piece of equipment and can be monitored and programmed from anywhere in the world. more

One of the UK’s most important gothic buildings recently commissioned a new multimedia infrastructure to extend its functionality within the precincts of Bristol University.

The entire integration at Wills Memorial Building was undertaken by local installer, Sounds Commercial, and was designed and built around two 24-box hangs of Martin Audio’s OmniLine micro line array––the largest single OmniLine source yet installed. more

Orlando, Florida — Alcorn McBride (InfoComm booth 3719) has introduced the Digital Video Machine HDâ„¢, a high definition video player designed for maximum reliability under challenging conditions. Offering a 30Mbps maximum playback rate in a compact chassis that contains no moving parts, the DVM-8400HD provides superb video quality for a wide variety of applications including theme parks, cruise ships, transportation, museums and display kiosks. more