Crestron DMCI Delivers an Affordable, Flexible Solution to Manage Embedded HD Data
and Integrate Analog and Digital Source Switching

ROCKLEIGH, NJ, August 14, 2009 – Crestron, the global leader in digital HD technology, announced today that its new DMCI (DigitalMedia™ Card Interface) solution is now shipping. The DMCI is a compact, rack-mountable enclosure designed to house a single DM Input Card to accept any AV source, including all analog audio and video, computer, HDMI, DVI and DisplayPort signals, and output those signals as HDMI. DMCI even handles USB-HID over Ethernet for remote wireless keyboard/mouse control. and USB-HID signals and output those signals as HDMI. Combining the DMCI with a HD-MD8X1 or HD-MD8X2 QuickSwitch HD™ HDMI switcher, provides the only fully integrated source switching solution for modern home theaters, meeting rooms and classrooms that include a variety of different signal formats that all must be displayed on 1080p more

At CEDIA 2009 Furman/Panamax Will Introduce BlueBOLTâ„¢

BlueBOLTâ„¢, is a new technology providing secure, hosted IP (Internet Protocol) system control over compatible Panamax and Furman products. BlueBOLT leapfrogs other hosted IP solutions by offering unprecedented ease of use through a uniquely rich, modern graphical user interface (www.myBlueBOLT.com) that allows installers to monitor multiple installations across multiple locations. There are no static IP addresses to obtain, port numbers to remember, or new ISP accounts to configure. Unlike traditional IP systems that require a dedicated IT professional or programmer to set up, BlueBOLT offers true plug-and-play operation. Users more

Antenna manufacturer’s powerful antennas for DTV have lead to growth

Aug. 14, 2009: ST. LOUIS, Mo. – St. Louis-based antenna manufacturer Antennas Direct made the Inc. 5000 list for a second year in a row, earning the rank of 746 on the 2009 list in Inc. magazine. The Inc. 5000 celebrates the fastest-growing private companies in America. Companies were ranked based on revenue growth between 2005 and 2008. Antennas Direct’s revenue growth during that time was 389 percent.

Antennas Direct has been providing millions of frustrated TV consumers the best over-the-air DTV reception with its advanced antennas during the nation’s conversion to digital television. The company has experienced astounding growth because of its ability to meet consumer demand for small, sleek and strong antennas that give them the ability to receive a higher number of sharp DTV channels for free.

“Our new antenna designs more

Reinforcing its position as the leading amplifier technology manufacturer for professional sports arenas, Crown CTs series amplifiers and PIP-Lite modules were deployed for the redesigned sound system at Camden Yards, in Baltimore, Maryland. Home to the professional Major League Baseball team the Baltimore Orioles, the 48,000-seat stadium, opened in 1992, has received consistent praise as one of the best ballparks in the country.

Sound integrator AVI-SPL performed the installation, which also included BSS Soundweb London signal processing devices. “When you’re dealing with a project of this magnitude, you’re constantly looking at the solution on a large scale. We need to know that the individual components will work together seamlessly and perform with the highest level of reliability. With Crown you’re know you’re going to get that consistently,� stated Will Parry, senior vice president, large product group at AVI-SPL.

“With the CTs series amps paired with the PIP-Lite modules more

Portland, OR – August 14, 2009 – Triad Speakers, Inc. and Anthony Grimani’s PMI, Ltd. understand that dealers may not have the time, resources, or knowledge to execute a first rate theater that delivers predictable, repeatable results, and the best possible sound and video. That’s why at the 2009 CEDIA Expo, they are demonstrating their CinemaPlus package – a masterful combination of Triad’s acclaimed Gold and/or Platinum loudspeakers along with PMI’s design/engineering and build consulting, an extensive set of custom plans and acoustic treatments. Three CinemaPlus packages, based on room size, are available to all Triad dealers at approximately $45,000, $77,000, and $93,000 MSRP. more