LYNX Technik AG, provider of signal processing solutions for the broadcast and professional AV industries, announces the promotion of James Merchant to the role of Sales Manager for Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). Previously, James managed worldwide technical sales support for LYNX Technik. In his new capacity as Sales Manager, James will oversee EMEA region sales through all sales channels as well as drive future business opportunities. more

LYNX Technik AG, provider of signal processing solutions for the broadcast and professional AV industries, announces that Moses Chen has been appointed Sales Manager for the Asia Pacific. Moses has over 22 years of experience in the broadcast industry and through this newly created position, will manage sales, dealer relationships, and market development for the entire region. more

Extremely Rugged and Durable, Platinum Tools’ New PRO Drywall Saw is Ideal for Cutting Drywall, Plywood, Plasterboard, Wallboard, Plastic Paneling, and Ceiling Tile

MOORPARK, Calif., Feb. 22, 2010 – Platinum Tools (www.platinumtools.com), the leader in solutions for the preparation, installation and hand termination of wire and cable, is proud to announce the launch of the new PRO Drywall Saw. With an MSRP of $11.95 and now shipping, the PRO Drywall Saw is ideal for cutting drywall, plywood, plasterboard, wallboard, plastic paneling, and ceiling tile. more

The Cheetah 384XR allows sizes up to 384X720

Huntsville, Alabama – February 19, 2010- PESA introduces its new 384X720 Cheetah line of high performance fiber optic and coax based matrix switchers for end-to-end digital transmission of computer video and 3G-SDI / HD-SDI digital video. Perfect for large enterprise-wide environments like corporate campuses, universities, distributed command and control venues, and large mobile trucks, the Cheetah 384XR can expand from 16X16 up to 384X720 and supports switching transports for 3G-SDI, Dual Link HD-SDI, and the latest 3D stereoscopic requirements. more

Huntsville, Alabama – February 10, 2010- PESA, a major provider of professional audio and video gear for signal distribution and router transport solutions will display several new products at NAB, April 12-15, in the North Hall of the LVCC, booth N4123. PESA will showcase their new Cheetah-3, a fiber optic router for Dual Link DVI or 3G-SDI systems up to 144X144. For 3G-SDI and 1080p/60 transports, PESA will be displaying the new Cougar-3 for 3G-SDI/HD-SDI up to 32X32 and the Ocelot-3 for 3G-SDI/HD-SDI for 16X8 and 16X16. For high performance computer displays, PESA will be demonstrating their new Vidblox family of Media Extenders for DVI, VGA, and RGBHV over fiber or coax and several new models of QuadBox for 4X4 switching and signal extender applications. more

TORONTO – Westbury National Show Systems is pleased to announce being awarded two prestigious systems integration contracts to kick off a busy 2010.

The first is a multimillion dollar contract with Dalhousie University in Halifax to facilitate an innovative distance learning program that allows first and second year medical students to attend classes at the University of New Brunswick in Saint John (UNBSJ). Linking the two universities will be high bandwidth, high definition videoconferencing systems with extensive collaboration, signal distribution, visual display, audio and control systems at both campuses. more

LOCUST VALLEY, NY – As the Olympic torch is carried into BC Place Stadium for the official opening ceremonies of the Vancouver Winter Games, MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic System’s HD-1500 Fiber Optic Link will be in action transmitting signals from the announcer booths and red carpet. MultiDyne, a premier provider of fiber optic-based video and audio transport and routing solutions for broadcast and pro A/V applications, was chosen to supply its HD-1500 and LiGHTBoX® field fiber transport systems for the Canadian broadcast by CP Communications, the largest provider of wireless equipment to the sports broadcasting industry. more

VANCOUVER, BC, JANUARY 29, 2010 – The Vancouver Winter Olympic Games may still be a few weeks away, but Bexel, a unit of the Vitec Group’s Services Division, and a pre-eminent worldwide provider of broadcast services and solutions has been busy providing fiber optic support for the XXI Winter Olympic games since last fall. more

VMP ER-W24 wall mounted equipment rack

STEVENSVILLE, Md., Dec. 22, 2009 — 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 its new ER-W24 wall mounted equipment rack is now available, freeing up premium floor space.

“Where space is at a premium, getting equipment off the floor and up on the wall is a must when floor standing equipment racks just won’t do,� explained Keith Fulmer, president of Video Mount Products. “We have designed the new ER-W24 wall mounted rack for both form and functionality, especially with the installer in mind. more

VMP ER-LCD1017 LCD monitor rack mount with cable management.

STEVENSVILLE, Md., Dec. 17, 2009 — Video Mount Products (videomount.com), a leading provider of mounting solutions for the residential, commercial, CI, security, and pro audio/video markets, is proud to announce it has added cable management to its acclaimed ER-LCD1017 LCD monitor rack mount. more