ADVANCED MEDIA DESIGN DISTRIBUTING AETHRA VIDEOCONFERENCING PRODUCTS IN NORTH AMERICA

NEWBURY PARK, Calif. – August 26, 2009 – Advanced Media Design (AMD), developer of the award-winning AV-over-IP collaboration technology MediaPOINTE®, is announcing an exclusive value added distribution relationship with Aethra, a global leader in videoconferencing solutions.

Advanced Media Design now distributes the entire Aethra video communication suite of products, including the high definition range: Athena, the rollabout system unique for its original modular and customizable features; Electra, the rollabout for telepresence; and the new 1080p Xtreme X3 set-top, as well as the popular Maia XC Top videophone, a truly innovative all-in-one solution created expressly by Aethra for SOHO and small and medium-sized businesses, that offers professional video communications, IP telephony, Internet and email access, Instant Messaging and photo image management.

“Although not as well known in the United States as it is in other parts of more

Chicago, IL (August 26, 2009): Tripp Lite has introduced a new Power Conditioning Center optimized for professional audio/video installations. The AV3500PC incorporates Tripp Lite’s premium Isobar® surge suppression and noise isolation technology in 1U with full equipment depth that protects connected components on the AC, coaxial and telephone/modem lines. The AV3500PC is available exclusively through authorized dealers and distributors.

Key Features and Benefits:

— EMI/RFI line noise filtering and isolated filter banks assure peak audio and video performance

— 5700-joule protection rating stops even the strongest surges

— Input voltage LCD meter with dimmer control displays incoming utility power

— Diagnostic LEDs report operational conditions

— 3-line high-definition 2.2 GHz gold coaxial and single-line telco surge protection with splitter

“The AV3500PC Power Conditioning Center is ideal for protecting high-definition sources, flat panel digital displays, DVRs, more

TrippLite Power Protection and Management

Mundelein, IL. – Clark Wire & Cable now has TrippLite products available. TrippLite products keep audio/video applications and A/V components safe, and management easy.

TrippLite’s UPS products supply continuous power to applications regardless of power from other sources. This means TrippLite UPS systems provide short circuit protection, surge protection and protection from most other harmful power sources.

TrippLite products have features and options which protect against power problems, including short circuits, brownouts, blackouts, line noise and surges. They could also keep your applications successfully running in case these events occur.

The UPS System features make it easy for TrippLite users to monitor their applications through advanced programs such as PowerAlert, which allows users to remotely access their more

MUSKEGON, MI─ For the second year, Yamaha Commercial Audio Systems, Inc. along with Shure, Yamaha Corporation of America, and Martin Professional will offer product training to all church technicians and musicians seeking the finest in-depth technology training available in the areas of audio, musicianship, lighting, recording, and media presentation. The Worship Arts Technology Summit (WATS) will be held September 14 – 16, 2009 in Muskegon, Michigan at one of the most beautiful Christian conference centers in the nation – The Maranatha Bible and Missionary Conference Center, a sprawling campus on the sparkling shores of Lake Michigan.

Summit Sponsor pro audio experts will be on hand along with leading worship musicians and world-class sound and lighting professionals. In-depth three-day tracks will include Audio, Musician, Lighting and Media. All skill levels are welcome as the training will be presented in structured technology tracks, allowing attendees to begin with the basics more

NMR Staging & Events’ 2009 Technology Showcase makes a resounding impact.

August 25 — Monroe Township, NJ — NMR, a nationwide staging and technology rental company, recently held its 2009 Technology Showcase at their New Jersey corporate office. NMR had some of the most cutting edge technology available on display, ready to engage patrons. NMR’s valued clients, being completely immersed in the technology, were able to get hands-on with the equipment and really see what it could do. NMR’s industry partners, Moss, GES, Drape Kings, Freeman, and Digital Illusions all contributed to the extraordinary finished product resulting in a huge overall success. Use the following link to see the video trailer of NMR’s TechFair: TechFair2009

Walking onto the showroom floor, guests were greeted by 3D hologram projection using Digital Illusions’ Musion Eyeliner film. Upon completion of the hologram more

Frericks Re-Elected President, Nix Joins Board

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, August 25, 2009 — The NSCA Education Foundation has re-elected Tom Frericks, president of Copp Systems Integrator, as the president of the NSCA Education Foundation Board of Directors. The board also elected Daniel Nix, vice president of sales– Americas, Bosch Security Systems, Inc., Communications Systems Division, to serve as a director.

Since 1999, the NSCA Education Foundation has created educational opportunities to grow the commercial electronic systems industry. By providing financial assistance through scholarships, student memberships and the creation of an endowment for future scholarship opportunities, the Foundation assists in the development of an industry career path for students.

The Foundation will be reviewing additional opportunities to advance the industry and promote educational programs such as ESPA and NSCA’s technician training and accompanying apprenticeship program to students and professionals looking to expand their career opportunities.

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SAN DIEGO — Aug. 25, 2009 — Broadcast systems integrator TV Magic and broadcast equipment rental firm Bexel Broadcast Services have finalized an agreement by which the two companies will collaborate on jointly developed system integration projects. The new business alliance will give both parties powerful new resources for building their brands, enhancing their services, and further extending their market presence. more

Andover, MA––Because of its unqualified success and seemingly limitless potential in reaching new markets, Fishman Amplification is rebranding the SoloAmp as the SA220 Solo Performance System.

The SA220 won “Best of Show� at its initial launch during Summer NAMM 2008. The versatile amplification system went on to win the m.i.p.a (Musikmesse International Press Award) at Musikmesse/ Pro Light + Sound 2009 while receiving critical acclaim in leading guitar, music trade and pro audio publications. Artists such as Jerry Douglas, Bob Weir, Jeff Pevar, Fiona Boyes and Pat DiNizio of The Smithereens were among the first to work with the Solo Performance System.

More recently, the SA220 has met with widespread acceptance in the Live Audio and House of Worship markets, earning positive reactions from show attendees and the press at the East Coast Worship Summit 2008, InfoComm ’09 and other non-music more

Mixing In The Box, Room Tuning, Mastering Motown, Writing With Sound & More

NEW YORK: In an atmosphere charged with high-level presentations by high-level industry professionals, the 127th AES Convention Master Class Program raises the bar once again with stand-out colloquiums by a gathering of iconic figures. “Master Class Chair Alan Silverman has never failed to develop a must-see program, and this year he has outdone himself,” reports Convention Chair Agnieszka Roginska. “We expect the credentials of the presenters coupled with the diversity of their subject matter will attract standing room only audiences.”

MASTER CLASS PRESENTATIONS INCLUDE:

Platinum Mixing In The Box: Kevin Killen – A legendary background in the analog domain capped by a successful transition to the digital environment has established Killen’s reputation as a world-class mixer (U2, Peter Gabriel, Sugarland). Addressing the potential for more

Consoles Take On Multi-Role Functions

PROVO, UT – LDS Motion Picture Studio, a division of the Audio/Visual department of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS), recently upgraded its two primary audio control rooms, Studio A and Studio B, with Solid State Logic C300 HD Master Studio Systems, Delta Link MADI HD units and a shared 24-input C-SB Stagebox for remote microphone setup and control. The inherent flexibility of the C300 made it the ideal choice for the multi-role functions each console fulfills for everything from 70mm film productions to training videos at the busy 25-acre facility. more