RICHARDSON, Texas – April 7, 2008 – Today, AMX® announced the public opening of its New York Showroom, a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility that showcases the company’s advanced product capabilities to dealers, consultants, architects, designers and end users. The Showroom, which is conveniently located in the heart of Times Square, features an interactive demonstration platform for more than 350 AMX products – from the company’s award-winning line of Modero® Touch Panels and NetLinx® Controllers to its AutoPatch®, Endeleo and Solecis™ Signal Management Systems and Inspired Signage Digital Signage solutions. more

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (April 9, 2008) – Vaddio, the leading manufacturer and OEM distributor of specialty PTZ cameras and high-end camera control systems used in the broadcasting, audio/visual and videoconferencing industries, announced today the introduction of the new Quick-Connect PRO Broadcast Camera Cabling System. more

PARK RIDGE, N.J., April 7, 2008 – Sony is expanding its family of entry-level LCD front projectors with four new models, including its first compact widescreen version. Each is designed for commercial applications, and specifically suited for use in classrooms and conference rooms. more

Minneapolis, MN. — (March 2008) – www.chiefmfg.com – At less than the width of a penny, Chief’s New Thinstallâ„¢ Series makes no compromise to maintain the low-profile of this year’s ultra-thin flat panel TV revolution. The new line of mounts incorporates exclusive design features from Chief, like GlideLockâ„¢ tool-less latching, to achieve faster installation in the field.

Designed as a one-piece custom mount, the new Thinstallâ„¢ Series includes other installer-friendly features such as sturdy steel construction, lateral shift, an open wall plate design for easy electrical placement and 175 lbs (79.5 kg) weight capacity. more

Warsaw, IN – March 1, 2008 – Da-Lite Screen Company achieves GREENGUARD®
Environmental Institute certification (#90068) for low emitting projection screen fabrics. This significant achievement contributes to Da-Lite’s overall Screen Green™ program by including the Institute’s GREENGUARD Certified Products and Children & Schools Certification for low-emitting audio visual equipment used in sensitive environments such as daycare, K-12 and healthcare facilities. more

Multipurpose rooms, divisible conference rooms, and off-site locations represent just a small portion of applications where the portability of a conferencing solution can be just as important as how the system actually sounds. Because in these applications the set up time and strike time become a much larger factor due to the simple fact that these events are now occurring at a much larger rate. Simply put, the end users of conference systems need to be able to perform these set ups on their own, quickly and without error, so that their meeting can take place on time; wherever that may be. more

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., March 27, 2008 — Torn between staying inside to watch the game or swimming in the pool with friends and family? Now you can do both.

Pantel (www.panteltv.com), the worldwide leader in outdoor weatherproof TV solutions, brings excitement to both residential and commercial outdoor entertaining by currently offering two LCD HDTVs in 32-inch and 42-inch screen sizes (additional sizes TBA). Now shipping, Pantel’s luxurious, yet affordable, outdoor weatherproof TVs are available through a select, yet growing, dealer base. more

─Yamaha LS9 Digital Console, IF Speakers, P Series Amps and a DME Round out the Sound System─

BUENA PARK, Calif.─BLUSH is the largest and newest nightclub to open in downtown Winnipeg and a major contributor to the city’s downtown revitalization program. Owned and operated by Sam Colosimo and Jack Salvaggio, who also run Desire nightclub in the downtown historic Exchange District. The new club held its official opening in December 2007, and is fast becoming one of the downtown’s most popular nightclubs. The building, which had been vacant for the past ten years, was completely gutted, and a multimillion dollar renovation transformed the space into Winnipeg’s most stunning nightclub. more

LAS VEGAS, NV — Auralex Acoustics, Inc., the industry leader in innovative sound control solutions, introduces the first “green� acoustical foam product on the market, Eco-Friendly StudioFoam®, at this year’s NAB Show. Auralex will be showcasing its products as part of B&H’s booth space (SU2905).

Companies are re-evaluating their manufacturing processes in order to make them more environmentally conscious. Auralex Acoustics has recognized and embraced this green approach and has developed the industry’s first environmentally-friendly acoustic foam that can be utilized in broadcast, post and production facilities, both commercially and in residential settings. more

STEVENSVILLE, Md., March 20, 2008 — Video Mount Products (www.videomount.com), a leading provider of mounting solutions for the video, audio, and security industries, is proud to announce that its 2008 product guide is now available.

“As a leading provider of mounting systems to professionals everywhere, the VMP product offering provides mounting solutions across many categories and to many industries,� explained Keith Fulmer, president of Video Mount Products. “With more than 30 new products including expanded offerings for flat panel monitors as well as several new equipment racks and rack accessories, VMP offers one of the most comprehensive product lines in the industry.� more