Joint NSCA/CEA Research Finds Opportunities and Challenges for
Electronic Systems Contractors

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, October 20, 2010 — The National Systems Contractors Association (NSCA) and the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA®) today released the latest Market Intelligence Briefing™ (MIB) report, Commercial-Residential Crossover in the Electronic Systems Industry, which examines opportunities, challenges, and perspectives of commercial and residential integrators. more

Vaddio, the global leader in robotic PTZ cameras, camera control systems and contemporary furniture in the broadcasting, audiovisual and videoconferencing industries, has launched two new camera mounts for the recently released LifeSize 10x Camera.

“The new LifeSize 10x Camera mounts were an obvious addition to our existing IN-Wall and Thin Profile Wall mounting solutions,� explains Vaddio CEO Rob Sheeley. “We decided to launch both the IN-Wall and Thin Profile Wall mounts in conjunction with the launch of the new LifeSize camera for immediate convenience and availability.� more

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Buena Park, CA – October 2010… Hosa Technology, the leading innovator of analog and digital connectivity solutions for the modern musician and audio/video professional, is pleased to announce the promotion of Ben Sweeney to the position of Director of Operations and International Sales. Possessing an extensive background in the music products and consumer electronics industries, including positions as sales and product manager with several prominent companies, Sweeney brings a wealth of experience to his new position at Hosa Technology. more

Starting at under $800, Four New Projectors Offer Advanced Feature Set for Road Warriors

LONG BEACH, Calif. – Oct. 20, 2010 – Epson America today announced the PowerLite^® 1750, 1760W, 1770W, and 1775W are now shipping. Introduced at InfoComm in June, these sleek new models weigh less than four pounds and at 1.7-inches tall, are as thin as a laptop. Designed for mobile professionals and corporations, the PowerLite 1700-series offer reliable 3LCD image quality, high brightness and easy-to-use, hassle-free features. more

Fairfield, NJ–– Middle Atlantic Products is now shipping a number of new RSH Series options for rackmounting a wide variety of iPod and other portable media player docks. Its popular line of highly aesthetic rackmounts, custom cut to precisely fit the face of each piece of equipment, now includes options for a number of popular docks, allowing a more uniform look for professionally-installed rack systems. more

WALLINGFORD, CT – October 20, 2010 – Discover Video, LLC (www.discovervideo.com), a leader in video streaming and conferencing products and solutions, today announced its new H.264 Live Flash Transcoder. The Discover Video Transcoder (DVT) converts live MPEG-2 or Windows Media streams to MPEG-4/H.264 for Flash or QuickTime viewing. The DVT is available as software or loaded on a server, transcoding up to 30 streams simultaneously. more

VMP’s Security Conscious, Fully Assembled and Ready-to-Use Out-of-the-Box “Extra Mediumâ€? FP-XMWAB Wall Mount Holds Most 32- to 52-Inch Flat Panels and has 45 Degree Rotation and Up to 15 Degree Tilt Capabilities

STEVENSVILLE, Md., Oct. 19, 2010 — Video Mount Products (videomount.com), a leading provider of mounting solutions for the residential, CI, commercial, security, and pro audio/video markets, is proud to announce it has launched two new flat panel articulating wall mounts. Now shipping, the FP-MWAB (MSRP: $169.95) holds most medium-sized flat panels from 24- to 37-inches, while the “Extra Medium� FP-XMWAB (MSRP: $239.95) holds most 32- to 52-inch flat panels. more

Chanel

The reopening of the newly-renovated Chanel boutique in Soho coincided with Fall Fashion Week 2010, and KCD called upon Scharff Weisberg to provide a huge LED video wall and an interactive Graffiti Wall celebrating both events and the boutique’s participation in “Fashion’s Night Out,” the second annual after-hours shopping event for the public. more

New Offerings Include Solutions for Canon Digital SLR Cameras, DIONIC HCX High-Current Battery and Tandem 150 Modular Power System

PARIS, FRANCE, OCTOBER 19, 2010 – Anton/Bauer®, a brand of The Vitec Group, and the world’s premier provider of batteries, chargers, lighting and other mobile power systems for the professional broadcast, video and film industries, will showcase its new Gold Mount® and ElipZ® power solutions for the Canon EOS 5D Mark II and EOS 7D Digital SLR cameras, its DIONIC® HCX 120 watt-hour capacity battery featuring a brand new motion detection sensor that protects against capacity loss and its cutting-edge Tandem® 150 Modular Power System at SATIS 2010 (The Show for Audiovisual Technologies and Solutions) from October 19 thru October 21 (Stand D37). more

Studio Mission Encompasses Education and Industry Usage

MONTCLAIR, NJ – The Dumont Television Center, College of the Arts at Montclair State University in New Jersey recently completed the move into an all digital, HD production flow for its Studio A complex. The installation of a Solid State Logic C10 Digital Broadcast Console fulfilled the HD vision for the new facility, providing Audio Control Room A with a state-of-the-art audio console equal to that which is used for high-end professional applications. The C10 HD fits in with Montclair’s initiative to offer educational and commercial learning opportunities for its students. more