(Billerica, Massachusetts) November 10, 2009. Broadcast Pixâ„¢ announced today the Slate 5000 integrated production system is the cornerstone of a complete HD studio upgrade for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Journalism and Mass Communication (JOMC). One of two television studios in Carroll Hall, the JOMC facility on campus, the updated area is mainly used for Carolina Week, a live news show that is produced twice a week for students by students. more

Buzz Goddard, a long time sales executive of NetStreams to spearhead ClearOne’s ongoing commitment to the global CEDIA market and residential sales.

SALT LAKE CITY, November 10, 2009 - ClearOne (NASDAQ: CLRO), (www.clearone.com), the leading global provider of high performance audio conferencing solutions, today announced it has named Buzz Goddard Vice President, Worldwide Residential Sales subsequent to its acquisition of NetStreams. In his new role, Goddard will report directly to Joseph Sorrentino, ClearOne’s Executive Vice President of Worldwide Sales, and immediately assume global responsibility for NetStreams’ Residential sales. This will include all domestic and international channel partners and manufacturing representatives that are part of NetStreams global residential market presence. Previously Buzz headed up the International sales efforts for NetStreams as Vice President of International Sales. more

CYPRESS, CA, November 9, 2009 – Since making its U.S. debut at the 2009 NAB Show in April, the FOR-A HVS-300HS HD/SD multi-format portable video switcher has been embraced by a variety of video professionals in North America. More than 400 units are now in use worldwide and unit sales continue with strong growth in the U.S. and Canada. more

WOODBURY, NEW YORK, November 09, 2009 – Hitachi Kokusai Electric America, Ltd., a leading provider of affordable, high performance cameras, today announced that Canada’s Olympic Broadcast Media Consortium, the official Canadian broadcaster of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, will use 39 new Hitachi SK-HD1000 multi-standard, multiformat studio/field cameras for its coverage of the Games. more

Bergen, Norway, November 9, 2009 Vizrt Ltd. (Frankfurt Prime Standard, Oslo Main List: VIZ)

Vizrt announces the introduction of the upgraded Version 2.0 of its Viz Video Hub plug-and-play asset management (MAM) system. Among other significant enhancements, Version 2.0 provides extended support for archiving through a Tape Robot feature. The Tape Robot support enables broadcasters to archive huge amounts of video assets directly within Viz Video Hub. And it can serve as a long-term storage solution because the Tape Robot hardware exchanges outdated tapes automatically. more

NEW YORK: Recognized for his work as developer/exec producer for IFC’s Whitest Kids You Know and Comedy Central’s Michael and Michael Have Issues, LC Inc. principal/exec producer, Jim Biederman’s credentials range from The Howard Stern Radio Show (TV) to series with Andy Dick, Gary Busey and Tom Green. Although he spent a number of productive years in Hollywood, Biederman remains an inveterate New Yorker. more

PETALUMA, Calif. — Nov. 9, 2009 — Furman today announced that its power management systems were among the amenities included in a home renovation that was featured in an episode of “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” aired on Nov. 8. more

WEST MILTON, PA, NOVEMBER 9, 2009 – The new audio system at Revival Tabernacle’s recently completed new facility centers around one of the world’s largest Aviom Pro16® digital snakes and audio distribution systems. The selection of Aviom allows the church to reconfigure its system quickly, has helped ensure sonic clarity in the new sanctuary and secondary areas, and delivered substantial savings to the church during installation. more

Hillerød, Denmark: To be held from 17-19 June 2010 at the Pharmakon Conference Center, Hillerød, near Copenhagen, the AES 39th International Conference will be dedicated to the field of audio forensics, exploring its history, current practices, and future challenges. The conference will address issues such as audio recording, speech and signal processing and analysis, as well as the problems associated with perceptual encoding techniques and the widespread availability of inexpensive, easy-to-use editing and manipulation software. more

Company’s Second Integrated Offering Boasts Low-Noise Super-Symmetry Circuit, User-Friendly Operation, and Clean, Clear, Transparent Performance

CES 2010, LAS VEGAS, Nov. 6, 2009 — Pass Laboratories, Inc., an audio innovator renowned for its unique high-performance products, will introduce the INT-30A Integrated Amplifier at the 2010 International Consumer Electronics Show, in January. The no-nonsense, user-friendly amplifier delivers outstanding performance and a high level of user satisfaction, exposing today’s audiophile products to a broader spectrum of demanding consumers. more