SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – FEBRUARY 2011: Symetrix recently announced new apps for use with its groundbreaking, “zero learning curve” Jupiter audio processor. Modeled after smartphone technology, the Jupiter system is comprised of hardware units that users program with apps that they download from the Symetrix website. The apps instantly program the Jupiter hardware to perform a multitude of common audio processing tasks. Then the user only needs to tweak the settings to meet the needs of the particular installation. Six new apps join the existing library: Sound Reinforcement 11 (multi-source mono or stereo selection routed to processed direct outputs), Stereo SPL 1 (automatic level adjustment for multiple stereo sources based upon ambient noise levels), Retail SPL 1 (automatic volume level controller), Priority Zone Mixer 1 (multi-zone priority mixer), Home Theater 1 (precision 5.1 loudspeaker management with subwoofer management) and Home Theater 2 (precision multichannel loudspeaker management).

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Company to Display DIONIC HCX High-Current Battery, Tandem 150 Modular Power System and CINE VCLX Batteries
LONDON – 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 DIONIC HCX 120 watt-hour capacity battery, the cutting-edge Tandem 150 Modular Power System and the CINE VCLX Batteries at this year’s Broadcast Video Expo (BVE) in London (Stand I30).

• DIONIC HCX High-Current Battery: With a 120 watt-hour battery capacity and a brand new motion detection sensor that protects against capacity loss, the DIONIC HCX is the company’s latest addition to its successful DIONIC series high-current battery line. The DIONIC HCX’s most exciting feature is its unique, built-in motion detection sensor. After a two-day period without a load, the DIONIC more

OXNARD, California — L-ACOUSTICS US announces that it will be hosting three days of KUDO and SOUNDVISION training in its Oxnard, California office from March 15 to 17.

Primarily designed for technicians, mix engineers and sound designers referred by L-ACOUSTICS Rental Network agents and clients, the first two days of training will offer a blend of theoretical knowledge and field procedures focusing on operating and optimizing KUDO in a safe and controlled environment. A third day, which can be attended separately or in conjunction with the KUDO training, will be dedicated to covering the manufacturer’s SOUNDVISION 3D acoustical modeling software. Upon completion of these seminars, attendees will receive a certificate of attendance. more

Christie®, a global visual technology company, continues its rapid expansion into the signage marketplace, presenting a wide array of innovative and award-winning digital signage solutions, along with its behind-the scenes monitoring and control services, at the Digital Signage Expo (DSE) in Las Vegas, February 22 – 25. Garnering global praise for signage systems such as its Christie® MicroTilesâ„¢, which won “The Most InAVative Digital Signage Productâ€? at Amsterdam’s prestigious ISE 2011 show, Christie continues to break new ground with an unmatched menu of speciality displays and managed services, as well as innovative and cost-effective a la carte solutions.

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Among the latest, cutting-edge signage solutions offered by Christie at DSE is a Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) digital menu concept. It features four LCD monitors controlled by the acclaimed Christie Spyder X20, the most powerful, flexible and more

Valencia, Spain – February 2011… D.A.S. Audio, recognized internationally as a leading manufacturer of loudspeaker systems, power amplification, signal processing, and related components, is pleased to announce that 2011 marks the company’s 40th anniversary. Founded in 1971 by a young industrial engineer named Juan Alberola, D.A.S. Audio has evolved into a global sound reinforcement leader with a comprehensive collection of products offering versatility and solutions for the contractor, sound rental companies, and the working musician. more

THE MOZAEX SOLO 2 3D SUPPORTS UP TO 300 BLU-RAY OR 1,500 DVD MOVIES IN A STYLISH 3.5U UNIT

Salt Lake City – Feb 18, 2011 – Mozaex™, the premiere manufacturer of multi-room, multi-media Blu-ray entertainment servers, is proud to announce that it will feature the new Solo 2 3D all-in-one 12TB Blu-ray 3D Entertainment Server at EHX 2011, held in Orlando, Fla. from March 17-19 at the Orange County Convention Center, booths 701 and DR232B (alongside LK Stockroom). Mozaex also recently announced that the Solo 2 3D is now shipping.

“The Solo 2 3D simplifies entertainment by providing instant access to your entire collection of Blu-ray movies, Blu-ray 3D movies, DVD, music, photos, and online media including Netflix, Pandora and others,� said Mozaex CEO Douglas more

ROCKLIN, CA — Sunset Christian Center in Rocklin, CA, has come a long way since it was founded in a small warehouse by Greg and Kathy Fairrington more than 20 years ago. It recently opened the doors to an updated sanctuary featuring improved acoustics and a state-of-the-art audio system aimed at attracting major Christian recording artists. The campus, originally constructed in 1994, presently includes a main auditorium that seats 1,200, as well as six other worship venues, themed children’s spaces, a preschool, and a gym.

The sanctuary was originally designed for the more traditional worship setup of a choir accompanied by piano. To accommodate more contemporary music in worship services as well as concerts, Sunset Christian Center’s biggest challenge was its acoustics and PA system. For Kevin Hartman, the church’s technical director, the first order of business at the time more

On a night full of surprises, JBL Professional loudspeakers were once again called upon at the 53rd Annual GRAMMY® Awards to ensure predictable, high-quality live sound and audio for television broadcast. Held at the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 13, the GRAMMY Awards were broadcast live in HDTV and 5.1 surround sound on the CBS Television Network. As it has for the past several years, ATK Audiotek of Valencia, California provided JBL VERTEC® line arrays for live sound reinforcement, while JBL LSR studio monitors were used in the critical listening room for the telecast.

The annual GRAMMY Awards telecast, known as Music’s Biggest Night®, is presented by The Recording Academy® to honor outstanding achievements in the production and performance of recorded music. This year’s awards were marked by a variety of elaborate stage productions bringing together some of the biggest names in music today, including Lady more

ATK Audiotek recently provided audio services for Super Bowl XLV, marking the 14th straight year the company has been involved in the country’s biggest sporting event. Once again, ATK Audiotek deployed its custom-designed cart system with JBL VERTEC® line arrays for the Halftime Show and Post-Game Show of the Super Bowl, held at Cowboys Stadium in Dallas, Texas on February 6, 2011. The carts were also used for Lea Michele’s rendition of “America the Beautiful� and Christina Aguilera’s performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner.�

This year’s Super Bowl, broadcast via FOX Sports, was the most watched in history, viewed by an estimated 111 million people in the United States alone. The Black-Eyed Peas starred in the Halftime Show, which also included guest appearances by guitarist Slash and R&B singer Usher. The Post-Game Show included the Lombardi Trophy presentation, awarded to this year’s NFL champion Green Bay Packers.

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Console Power and Ease-of-Use Perfect for High Level Education Mission

HELSINKI, FINLAND – The Aalto University School of Art and Design, an international school specializing in design, audio-visual communication, art education and fine art, recently chose a Solid State Logic C100 HDS Digital Broadcast Console as the centerpiece of its television studio in the Media Centre Lume. The Aalto University School of Art and Design, based in Helsinki, Finland offers doctorate, master and bachelor degrees to its over 1,900 student body, with open-university teaching and professional training courses. The C100 HDS is used by the film and TV departments, as well as other polytechnic schools that use studio facilities. The C100 is supported by SSL’s Alpha-Link Live, Alpha-Link 8-RMP and Delta-Link units.

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