AVAD LLC, North America’s leading distributor of custom electronics, has introduced its 2009-10 Reference Guide, a 450-page, full-color publication featuring detailed information and applications for the distributor’s entire line of solutions for home theater, home automation, commercial AV, security, distributed AV, lighting controls, HVAC, central vacuum and more. more

Christmas gets more expensive every year, so Deutsch Inc.team to help communicate that reality through an innovative and light-hearted holiday-driven web video for PNC Wealth Management. The company presented this year’s Christmas Price Index in an animation/live action video that relays the cost of the gifts listed in the holiday song, ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’ in a whimsical and upbeat way. The three-and-a-half minute video, entitled “Winter Numberland,� was created for PNC’s dedicated website, www.pncchristmaspriceindex.com, and is currently enjoying a flood of hits. more

In an upgrade that highlights the ability of JBL’s loudspeakers to deliver optimal sound quality in limited spaces, Baker Audio recently selected JBL VLA and PD series loudspeakers for the new audio system at Bobby Dodd Stadium, home to the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets’ football team. Facing a strict spatial limitation, the JBL loudspeakers provide extreme flexibility in the design of the system, and comprise one of the most articulate sound systems available. more

In an introduction that couples AKG’s legendary wireless performance with Harman System Architect’s ease of use, AKG recently updated its System Architect plug-in for the HUB 4000 Q to version 3.5 with the introduction of the Harman System Architect 2.1 release.

The professional digital wireless microphone system DMS 700 is now fully integrated into System Architect. Users have the ability to setup and monitor multichannel DMS 700 systems with tools such as 1 Click Setup, RF Monitor, Environment Scan and Offline Configuration. With AKG’s 1 Click Setup, the frequency coordination of DMS 700 multichannel systems can be done with ease with just a single click. more

The WCM-RF system is uniquely designed for seamless integration with other classroom audio sources, making the use of multimedia easier for teachers.

New digital EQ feature enhances sound intelligibility and flexibility to improve classroom learning

WOODBURY, Minn. – November 10, 2009 – Calypso Systems, a leading developer of multimedia technology solutions for K-12 classrooms, today unveiled the newest version of its popular sound-field reinforcement technology, the WCM-RF Voice Amplification System.

The new WCM-RF system, currently available through Calypso’s worldwide dealer network, features functional enhancements designed to improve sound quality and increase intelligibility in the classroom. The WCM Voice Amplification System is designed specifically to support classroom learning experiences, and brings unmatched sound quality, functionality and affordability to sound-field reinforcement in K-12 learning environments. more

A Technology Design to Complement an Art Collection

The following information is courtesy of the 2008 CEDIA Electronic Lifestyles Designers’ Choice Awards. For more information on how to become a member of CEDIA, or information on its awards program please visit www.cedia.org or call (800) 669-5329.

2008 CEDIA Electronic Lifestyles Awards Entry: Best Integrated Home, Level V: $380,000 – $675,000

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Date design began: 01-15-03
Date installation was completed: 03-31-08

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This high-rise home is the extraordinary result of impeccable planning and stellar execution. From design through final, the minutia of detail-conduit wiring, stealth technology, and control over cutting-edge art installations resulted in a creative outpouring rivaling the client’s word-class modern art collection. The more

Prism Sound, manufacturer of audio test equipment for the pro audio, broadcast, consumer electronics and automotive industries, has announced a strategic partnership with LOUDSOFT, Danish manufacturer of loudspeaker simulation and analysis tools: Prism Sound will become a global sales and support agent for LOUDSOFT’s entire product range, with immediate effect. more