Holt, MI. — June 8, 2009 — The LEIGHTRONIX UltraNEXUS-SDI™ video server and system controller is the newest model in the popular series of NEXUS® specialized video servers and features an all-digital video and audio interface.

A perfect fit for all-digital television operations, the UltraNEXUS-SDI combines SD-SDI video and AES audio with superior MPEG-2 encoding/decoding hardware for crystal clear capture and playback of television programming. The UltraNEXUS-SDI interfaces with SDI signal routing equipment and other on-air resources and delivers content to cable broadcast transmission systems with SDI capabilities. more

ORLANDO, FL ― At InfoComm 2009, Gepco (Booth 5813) will showcase its VHD2001M, an extra-flexible RG6-type HD coax cable designed to meet the demands for high-definition video applications. Certified to a 4.5GHz bandwidth, VHD2001M is ideal for the transmission of uncompressed HD video in patching or remote applications. more

June 8, 2009: CHESTERFIELD, Mo. – The green movement is no longer a fad or a lifestyle choice. Companies and manufacturers in the luxury industry have now identified the demand for high-end, eco-friendly products and services – or “sustainable luxury.â€? The Sound Room leads the charge locally by offering the latest sustainable luxury innovation — “Guiltless Green Home Theater.â€? This high-end home theater system runs on solar power and provides 15 hours a week of movies without using electricity. more

Amityville, NY – June 8, 2009:
Speco Technologies recognizes that the company has developed loyal supporters over the past 49 years, in part because of the many value added benefits that have been provided to customers including affordable, dependable merchandise, exceptional customer service, extensive product training, technical and marketing support. In recognition of this loyalty, the company created a free certified dealer program to reward those who continue to support the Speco Technologies brand. Qualified members of Speco Technologies’ Star Network Program will be provided with additional features and benefits to promote the growth of their commercial/residential, CCTV and audio businesses. more

June 8, 2009 — Passfield, United Kingdom: Broadcast service provider Barcud Derwen has purchased five Digital Rapids StreamZ encoders to provide streaming and encoding to the National Assembly for Wales. The National Assembly for Wales is the democratically elected body that represents the interests of Wales and its people, makes laws for Wales and holds the Welsh government to account. The launch of the service is the latest phase in the Assembly’s e-democracy initiative to encourage citizens to engage with the democratic process in Wales, allowing thousands of visitors to view content simultaneously at www.senedd.tv. more

While other automakers have been cutting production and slowing down expansion plans, Volkswagen India has moved to ramp up its production in that region. The recent Volkswagen (VW) factory launch at Chakan, 30km (18.6 mi) from the city of Pune, was one of India’s most prestigious corporate events of the season. The new US $766 million factory, expected to employ 2,500 workers at the plant by the end of 2010, is VW’s 61st in the world and the largest single German investment on the Indian subcontinent to date. Aman Anand and the events team of G2 Rams contracted Mumbai-based SOUND.COM to handle all technical audio services for the launch event at the new factory. more

A.C.T Lighting and Global Design Solutions are proud to announce that effective immediately A.C.T Lighting is the exclusive U.S. and Canadian distributor for the LiteWare stand-alone, battery-powered, DMX-controllable RGB light manufactured by Bristol, UK-based Global Design Solutions.

“A.C.T Lighting is an excellent partner to develop our products in the US market,” said Scott Vontobel of GDS. “Their expertise selling and supporting lighting products will be a great help in integrating our solutions in all types of shows and events.” more

Systems integration specialist Broadcast Networks has completed the refurbishment of three vehicles for OB Team, the outside broadcast arm of Norway’s TV2.

The work, which was carried out to bring the vehicles in line with current technical specifications, had to be completed very quickly as they were all needed to cover a variety of sporting events. more