Demonstrating the premium fidelity, high output power capabilities and versatility of JBL VERTEC® DP Series powered line array systems, Italian audio system provider Madema SpA deployed a large, multi-array VERTEC system for the Primo Maggio festival in Rome on May 1. The free annual public event commemorates the Italian Labor Day. Held in Rome’s Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano, the temporary stage for Primo Maggio is traditionally set up in front of the historic Basilica of St. John Lateran, the first church to be built in Rome, with first construction dating to 313 A.D. more

~Tactical CAT5e Assemblies Available in Single and Multichannel Versions ~

ORLANDO, FL ― Wireworks, the leading innovator of audio/video cabling systems and custom panels, is introducing its new super tough TacCat Network Cords and Multi-TacCat Assemblies at InfoComm 2009 (Booth 5221). The TacCat, which provides tactical CAT5e Ethernet interconnection in a heavy-duty construction for on-the-road Ethernet and digital audio applications, is available in single channel cords and multichannel assemblies. more

Orlando, FL––Following other breakthrough Astatic variable pattern designs such as the 930VPL boundary mic and 1500VP large diaphragm condenser, the new 1600VP is the first continuously-variable pattern condenser hanging microphone system that features remote polar control and an anti-rotational positioning mount. The 1600VP’s variable polar pattern with remote control allows the user to precisely adjust the shape of the pick-up pattern to provide the best performance from a remote location.
Designed to hang from a ceiling, the 1600VP is highly effective in the recording and sound reinforcement of choirs, instruments and ambient miking, in addition to government, institutional and business applications. A low-profile carbon fiber boom (MB-1) is available for microphone stand mounting. more

Independent Media Distribution (IMD) has installed a DK-Technologies MSD600M++ with an SDI de-embedder card, which is being using as part of a suite of tools to help monitor and control the loudness value of television audio.

Founded in 1997, IMD is now the leading distributor of broadcast quality audio to the UK and Ireland’s commercial radio stations. It also offers a broadcast quality digital distribution service to the TV industry, providing an efficient and cost effective route through which commercials and programming can be sent to broadcasters ready for immediate broadcast. IMD maintains its own telecoms network, which enables it to deliver to over 220 national and regional radio stations and over 70 TV stations. more

MIAMI, FLORIDA – May 27, 2009 – Niles Audio Corporation, The First Name in Custom Installation®, has announced its award-winning CAT5 HDMI Baluns are now shipping. Niles CAT5 HDMI Baluns provide system integrators with a reliable and repeatable connectivity solution for extending high definition sources throughout the home using cost-effective and easy-to-install CAT5 or CAT6 cable. Available in both wall-mount and component model versions, the new baluns feature a flexible design architecture to ensure a professional, cosmetically appealing installation. more

PETALUMA, Calif. — May 28, 2009 — Panamax, a world-leading provider of AC power management solutions, today announced its first product to combine power management, surge protection, and battery back-up for home theater systems all in a single unit. The new MX5102 gives home theater owners the peace of mind of knowing that in case of undervoltage or overvoltage conditions their connected equipment will be protected from damage, and in the event of a power failure, powered down correctly. more

Charlotte, NC – May 28, 2009 – SnapAV, the manufacturer and exclusive source of Episode™ speakers and electronics; Dragonfly™ film screens; Strong™ mounts and racks; Binary™ cables, compression connectors, baluns and bulk wire; Old Camden™ cine-cabinets and Wirepath™ structured wiring, today announced the appointment of Rune Karsbaek as product manager.

SnapAV President Jay Faison says, �As a manufacturer focused on high-quality products, it is important for us to have high-quality people on our team. Rune Karsbaek’s experience and expertise in loudspeaker design will greatly benefit our company’s future audio offerings. We are thrilled to have him onboard.� more