The high bandwidth, professional quality AV Toolbox AVT-3900 takes in both analog and digital video signals and up or cross converts them to a 1080p HDMI signal.

ERLANGER, KY, December 11, 2007– The AV Toolbox AVT-3900 is a professional series Scaler that will take both analog and digital formats and output them in a fully compliant HDMI output with up to 1080p resolution. The specific inputs that it accepts are: HDMI, DVI (via DVI to HDMI cable), PC generated RGB (up to WUXGA), HD Component (YPbPr/YCbCr, 480i up to 1080p), S-Video and Composite Video. The AVT-3900 retails for $695 and is currently available. more

– The Skyview product utilizes projection technology to provide full-motion advertising space at events ranging from conventions to concerts. —

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, www.hitachi.us, December 3, 2007 — Demonstrating the light weight and high performance of Hitachi America 3LCD projectors, Lawrenceburg, Indiana-based Visual Solutions Distributing has sold Hitachi CPX5 projectors to Innovative Markets, the North American distributor of Skyview promotional spheres. A brand-new media format, Skyview provides full-motion HD video and static, billboard-like advertising space at conventions, concerts, malls, sporting events and promotional advertising campaigns. more

RICHARDSON, Texas – Nov. 30, 2007 – AMX® announced today that Gary Schafer has joined the company as vice president of regional sales for the central United States. Schafer is a software industry veteran with more than 20 years of experience in sales and customer relationship management. more

PARK RIDGE, N.J., Nov. 26, 2007 – Sony is expanding its line of video projection systems for commercial applications with two new LCD models for larger-venues.
The new VPL-FW300L (7,000 lumens) and the VPL-FH300L (6,000 lumens) projector models are designed to deliver outstanding images while in the same room as the audience. This makes them ideal for smaller auditoriums, large classrooms and meeting rooms, museum exhibits, event centers, ballrooms and movie theaters for displaying pre-show content. more

Plumbing wholesaler offers specials, training notices over television monitor…
SHELTON, Conn. – Nov. 28, 2007 – Plumbing and heating wholesaler, Shelton Winnelson, a member of the WinWholesale group of companies, has installed a digital signage system from StrandVision LLC to inform customers of price specials, events and training seminars. more

The Fall ‘07 release of Rise Display Network has been deployed and offers immediate improvements in reviewing and displaying custom content for digital signage networks.

SHAWNEE, KS – November 26, 2007 – Rise Vision, Inc., a provider of web-based content management software for control of digital signage networks, announces that it has released version 3.0 of its Rise Display Network (RDN) to the web. Part of its regular quarterly release plan, the Fall ‘07 version of RDN is now immediately available and includes two features to improve content review and display for companies managing digital signage networks.

New features within RDN 3.0 include: more

- To Identify Unauthorized Online Resellers, Peerless and Net Enforcers Sign Internet Monitoring Agreement -

CHICAGO, IL – November 20, 2007 – Peerless Industries, Inc., the industry leader in professional-grade audio/visual mounting solutions, today announced its initiative to identify unauthorized internet sales of their mounting products by partnering with Net Enforcers, a proven internet monitoring search company that identifies online resellers. more

RICHARDSON, Texas – Nov. 7, 2007 – AMX® announced today that George Meglio has joined the company as director of global account management. In this newly-created role, Meglio is responsible for managing large customer accounts that have standardized on AMX products across multiple locations worldwide. more

Live news and stock information on scrolling LED tickers create real-life business environment on campus

SHAWNEE, KS – November 14, 2007 – Rise Vision, Inc., a provider of web-based content management software for interactive control of digital signage networks, announces seven new university and higher education customers using its LED ticker digital signage solutions. LED tickers display live news and stock quotes in a continuous, real-time feed that creates a dynamic atmosphere in university business schools and trading rooms. more

Digital signage in employee lunch room carries news – company announcements…
CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. – Oct. 30, 2007 – Kell Container – Great Northern Corporation (GNC) has added a digital signage system from StrandVision LLC of Eau Claire to its employee communications mix.
The new digital signage consists of a 42” flat screen television display mounted in the company‘s employee lunch room. The sign, which runs 24X7, enables Kell Container – GNC to deliver consistent information to employees on all three shifts. more