Norwest Productions deployed a large KF740 rig quickly and securely, with a weight-to-punch ratio like no other P.A. in the world

Whitinsville, MA, USA, July 6, 2010 – EAW®, a world leader in audio system solutions, had exactly the solution needed by Norwest Productions, Australia’s largest audio services provider, for this year’s Playground Weekender music festival. The renowned EAW KF740 line array was used for one of the festival’s six main stages, hosting artists including Bjorn Again and Orbital, and was chosen for its combination of great sound, pinpoint accuracy and ease of rigging. more

KNOXVILLE, TN, July 12, 2010 — The CE Division of Waves Audio Ltd. announced today that its latest MaxxAudio3 algorithms are now being implemented in two of Toshiba’s 25th Anniversary models sold in Japan. MaxxAudio is being used to enhance the sound of dynabook Qosmio DX, a combination computer and TV rolled into one, as well as its libretto® W100, the world’s first dual-touch screen mini notebook. Both models that integrate MaxxAudio are available exclusively in Japan, and use MaxxAudio primarily as a volume enhancer to deliver big sound from small speakers. The 25th Anniversary dynabook Qosmio DX and libretto W100 both include an exclusive on-screen Waves widget: with the click of a mouse, users have instant access to MaxxAudio features and presets. more

Now Shipping, VMP’s DVR-LB2 has been Designed Specifically for DVRs that are Installed in Settings that May be Prone to Theft or Vandalism

STEVENSVILLE, Md., July 12, 2010 — Video Mount Products (videomount.com), a leading provider of mounting solutions for the security, commercial, CI, residential, and pro audio/video markets, is proud to announce its new DVR-LB2 DVR Lockbox is now shipping. The DVR-LB2 has an MSRP of $233.95. more

The Varan Monitor provides integrators with the ability to monitor, evaluate and trigger any LAN or Crestnet system device from an easy-to-use web interface. Should the system or a specific device stop responding, the Varan Monitor automatically triggers a notification to the integrator’s email address notifying him of the issue.

eServices, Inc., a leading provider of custom automation software, has announced today that it is now shipping the Varan Monitor, a networked remote monitoring appliance that manages IP-based and Crestron Cresnet® devices. The Varan Monitor provides integrators with the ability to monitor, evaluate and trigger any LAN or Cresnet system device from an easy-to-use web interface. more

BET Relied on Bexel-Provided Equipment and Services for the Big Night

Bexel, a unit of the Vitec Group’s Services Division and a leading worldwide provider of broadcast services and solutions, provided support, equipment and services for the 2010 BET Awards, the BET Network’s biggest night of the year, which took place on Sunday, June 27. more

Stand # 10.A31

Vision QMD & Octane SD & HD Production Switchers
Ross Video raises the bar in high end production switchers with Vision Octane, the world’s first 8 MLE switcher. Vision Octane is extremely powerful with 35 Full Screen HD Animation Stores, 24 Channels of 3D DVE with WARP capability, 96 inputs, 48 outputs, and an unprecedented total of 56 Keyers – 32 Full Keyers, 12 AuxKey Mixer / Keyers on the aux bus outputs and 12 DVE key combiners. Vision Octane can be loaded with any number of MLEs from 1 to 8, match any application, and be combined with up to 9 different control panels. more

OPTICIS BR-100 19��? 1RU frame is an ideal solution for modular and systematic fiber-optic needs providing a variety of optical extenders with flexibility to handle multi-rate SDI formats such as 3G-SDI(SMPTE-424M), HD-SDI(SMPTE-292M), SD-SDI by 8-channels CWDM, AES-3id audio compatible with SMPTE 276 and Dolby-E, RS-232/422 and 100Base Ethernet transmitting all signals over 20km. more

OLD LYME, Conn. – July 9, 2010 – Over the course of his career as an audio professional, Margraves spent a decade as a professional worship audio director and mixer, while Phillips has had eight years of live and installed sound industry experience. Following are details on time and location:

When:
Wednesday and Thursday, July 14th and July 15th between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. more

FT. LAUDERDALE, FL—July 9, 2010—Media Décor (www.mediadecor.com), a leading manufacturer of designer solutions for elegantly concealing flat-screen TVs, has announced the opening of its new online Webstore which will offer two new glass mirror TV models for installation in bathrooms, as well as the company’s popular ECCO Moving Art Series. These models are also available through authorized Media Décor dealers. more

IBC Stand # 11.G30

SHOTOKU BROADCAST SYSTEMS’ NEW AND ENHANCED, HIGH CAPACITY ROBOTIC CAMERA CONTROL SYSTEMS TO TAKE CENTER STAGE AT IBC 2010

REMOTE CAMERA CONTROL AUTOMATION OPTIONS, ROBOTIC PEDESTAL, AND PAN/TILT HEADS WILL ALSO BE HIGHLIGHTED

Staines, UK • 7 July 2010 — Shotoku Broadcast Systems, a well-established leader in both manual and robotic camera support, will address a broad range of applications at IBC 2010 with its line of enhanced high-capacity control panels including a new Ethernet control system for legacy heads. Features being showcased will include SD/HD support, wide screen layout, and customizable display options. Shotoku will also exhibit a uniquely small, but high-precision, unit that will target single-operator productions. The panels will be shown alongside the Company’s Orchestra Camera Management System, now available with an integrated live-video touch screen option, its flagship TRP-100 fully robotic studio pedestal, and its full range of robotic and VR sensor Pan/Tilt heads. more