MINNEAPOLIS –CRASH+SUES helps travelers discover how to “Take Home a Free Night� at any member of the Choice Hotels chain in a playful animated spot from hfa (Hitchcock, Fleming & Associates) in Akron, Ohio.

CRASH+SUES Used a hybrid of 2D and 3D elements to create this campaign for Choice Hotel

As the vehicle moves across the screen, it’s revealed to be towing a smiling crescent moon looped in a lasso. The moon brings its own cluster of twinkling stars along as it follows the SUV on its journey. The scene dissolves to animated typography, topped by the crescent moon elements, as the hotel logos are displayed. more

~ Cable Series Designed to Withstand the Rigors of Touring~

ANAHEIM, CA ― The RapcoHorizon Company, a leading manufacturer of audio/video interfacing and cable equipment, is showcasing its Road Hog Series of cables at WNAMM 2010 (Booth 4558 Hall C). The Road Hog Series includes instrument cables, microphone cables and speaker cables, all designed for heavy-duty use. Proven to survive the rigors of performing night-after-night, this series is ideal for the touring musician. more

VMP ER-LCD1017 LCD monitor rack mount with cable management.

STEVENSVILLE, Md., Dec. 17, 2009 — Video Mount Products (videomount.com), a leading provider of mounting solutions for the residential, commercial, CI, security, and pro audio/video markets, is proud to announce it has added cable management to its acclaimed ER-LCD1017 LCD monitor rack mount. more

Vaddio, the leading manufacturer and OEM distributor of specialty PTZ cameras and high-end camera control systems, partnered with Graybow Communications Group of Golden Valley, Minn. to develop the ideal high-definition audiovisual solution for Zion Lutheran Church of Albert Lea, Minn.

Prior to the renovation, Zion was using a portable video projection system that included a small video projector, contained in a roll-out cart, and a screen mounted on a hinge bracket that would expand into the Sanctuary when necessary. “They wanted to be more contemporary and offer an alternative way to capture church services, weddings, concerts and other social events,� explained Senior Design Engineer on the project, Michael Benedetti. more

A RedPost/Sign displays the arrival time for the next bus along the 56 South bus line as well as a poster for the Boo-Palooza event, held in October in Wicker Park.

Chicago, Ill. — Today, WPB and RedPost announced the launch of a pilot program they developed in partnership here in the vibrant, eclectic Wicker Park and Bucktown neighborhood, northwest of Chicago’s Loop. The pilot program consists of thirteen digital signs displaying a combination of neighborhood announcements and Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) Bus Tracker information.

Jamie Simone, Program Manager of WPB, spearheaded the project. “The signs let shoppers get out of the cold and into a coffee shop, restaurant or store, while still keeping an eye on their bus. CTA had already developed the bus tracker for its own tracking and logistics more

Extron Electronics is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the TLP 350CV TouchLinkâ„¢ 3.5″ Cable Cubby® Touchpanel, the latest addition to the Extron configurable control system family. The TLP 350CV combines A/V system control with cable management. It features a tilt-up, full-color touchscreen in an elegant, metal enclosure that can be mounted securely into a tabletop, lectern, or other flat surface. In addition, ten customizable backlit buttons provide expanded control capabilities to ensure that critical functions are easily accessible. more

BREA, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 2009: The Cause Community Church in Brea, California was born of nearby Faith Community Church in West Covina, a mega-church. It was “planted” in 2005, and every week until recently, The Cause’s dedicated volunteers unloaded two trailers-worth of equipment to set up children’s ministries, a youth room, a main service room, and an overflow room in a supportive Brea movie theater complex. Although the volunteers cheerfully performed that Herculean task week-after-week and the congregation attended enthusiastically, everyone pined for the day when they would have a space to call their own. The new space would be a beacon to them and to future members of the congregation. more

Lynch to serve as VP, Strategic Accounts serving the Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, and Legal Vertical Markets

AVI-SPL, the largest global integrator of audio visual and video conferencing systems and services today announced the addition of Tom Lynch to its Strategic Accounts group as vice president, serving the manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and legal vertical markets. more

New Direction For Non-Profit Charity After 19-year Mix Magazine Association

December 16, 2009, Walnut Creek, CA-The Mix Foundation for Excellence in Audio, presenters of the Technical Excellence & (TEC) Creativity Awards, announced today that it has changed its name to the TEC Foundation for Excellence in Audio. The Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) public benefit corporation, was founded in 1990 by the publishers of Mix magazine, with the mission of furthering excellence in the audio arts and sciences. more

Miami Beach, FL- December 16, 2009 – Audi released the 2011 Audi A8 at the Audi Pavilion in Miami Beach, Florida at the 2009 Design Miami November 30th and December 1st. With participants from around the world, Conference Rental USA was asked to provide simultaneous interpretation services for this star-studded event.
The Audi Pavilion is a temporary building which hosted the car release as well as a fine arts museum. With the shows global attraction, simultaneous interpretation was an essential part of a successful event more