When visitors to the Indianapolis Zoo‘s new Oceans presented by Old National Bank exhibit explore the extraordinary creatures and habitats of the earth‘s seven seas they‘ll be doing so via audio and video equipment furnished by Electrosonic. The exhibit opened on Memorial Day Weekend in the former World of Waters building, which has been transformed into a new interactive environment for the Zoo‘s diverse collection of sea creatures. The Indianapolis Zoo is a world-class facility hosting more than a million visitors annually. more

HAWTHORNE, N.Y. — June 12, 2007 — BTX Technologies, Inc. today announced that it is now shipping its innovative CD-HDMIFFP female-to-female HDMI (high-definition multiple interface) panel-mount adapter, which provides a flexible interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, a PC, or an AV receiver, and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor. more

New Stand-Alone System for Small Number of Screen Displays Provides Easy, Efficient, and Cost-Effective Delivery of Advertising and Informational Content in Numerous Applications

PRINCETON, N.J. — June 11, 2007 – Triveni Digital, a subsidiary of LG Electronics (LGE), today announced the release of Ensignia™ Digital Signage Lobby, a stand-alone, self-contained system for digital signage deployments with a small number of screens. Integrated with LG Electronics‘ displays, the new Lobby system provides an economical solution for high-quality content display in a broad range of applications. more

PETALUMA, Calif. — June 11, 2007 – Furman Sound, a world-leading provider of AC power management solutions, today announced the release of newly designed IT-Reference 16E and SPR-16E power management products for the European market. The bold yet elegant new designs feature smooth contours of black steel and silver brushed aluminum complemented by clear blue LED lights, while offering the same performance and technologies Furman‘s customers have come to rely on. more

RICHARDSON, Texas – June 11, 2007 – AMX® announced today that David Goldenberg has joined the company as general manager of its East Coast office. In this role, Goldenberg will be responsible for the company‘s Northeast and Mid-Atlantic operations, which includes sales and training. With more than 15 years of experience, Goldenberg is a recognized leader in the audio/video (A/V) industry. He replaces Debbie Franklin, who was recently promoted to AMX vice president of global account management. more

PARK RIDGE, N.J., June 11, 2007 – Sony is introducing more than 10 new professional display and presentation products at InfoComm. Each is being publicly unveiled worldwide for the first time at InfoComm and each is designed for an array of commercial applications, from classrooms to conference rooms to hospitality, and others.
Sony‘s new LCD projector introductions are a combination of entry-level and compact units, and continue Sony‘s efforts to offer a high level of flexibility and options. Two of the new models are entry-level units that deliver advanced capabilities, and are the successors to Sony‘s VPL-ES3 and VPL-EX3 units. more

Minneapolis, MN. — (June 8, 2007) – www.chiefmfg.com – Chief Manufacturing, the know-it-all in mounting solutions, brings you a wealth of knowledge and new products at InfoComm 2007! Test your installation IQ by competing against the best in the industry, and maybe learn a thing or two. Stop by the Chief booth and take the test, the five best scores of each day will be entered to win a 42” plasma TV and mount! more

Latest ‘British Invasion’ features GB2 console, GigRac 600, and numerous sibling Harman Pro Group company products

NORTHRIDGE, California – June 2007 — The unusual spectacle of a vintage, bright red, British double-decker bus and convoy of Land Rovers slowly making their way across the country has been turning heads recently. BBC America’s BritBus Tour, which continues through late-June, is trekking across the US promoting the best of British music, television and culture with the help of three emerging music artists and the backing of numerous UK manufacturers, including Soundcraft. more

Listen in as Sound & Video Contractor Editor Michael Goldman talks with Jay Rogina, CEO of Spinitar and secretary and treasurer of InfoComm Board of Governors, about how IT has moved to the front end of installations as a valuable tool in full integration click here

PETALUMA, Calif. — June 7, 2007 — Furman Sound, a world-leading provider of AC power management solutions, today announced that Tom Holmes, Furman product specialist, will be presenting a manufacturers’ training session on June 20 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at InfoComm 2007. Located in the Anaheim Hilton, room Avila A, the “Dispelling the Myths of AC Power Management” session will offer attendees a new perspective on AC power management. more