─Doubles the I/O Capacity and Processing Power of the PM5D─

BUENA PARK, Calif.─Yamaha Commercial Audio Systems, Inc. announces the availability of the PM5D-EX digital console power package. The live sound and recording system combines a Yamaha PM5D Digital Mixing Console with a DSP5D Expander doubling the I/O and processing capacity of two PM5D consoles but controlled from a single surface. The system features 96 mono and 16 stereo input channels in a very flexible configuration. more

Projector Lamp Services, LLC (PLS), takes pride in being an advocate of eco-friendliness within the Audio Visual industry. In June 2007, PLS decided to take ingenuity in environmental awareness to the next step by initiating Project Green AV (PGAV). Today, we are proud to announce the PGAV website, www.projectgreenav.com, is live open to public viewing and participation. more

ERLANGER, KY, June 12, 2008—TVOne-task is unveiling eight new Cat.5 models at InfoComm in Booth C2430. The 1T-CT-400 Series is a comprehensive system for the transmission of RGBHV or YPbPr video at resolutions up to 1920×1200 and 1080p, plus digital or analog audio signals over Cat.5/5E or Cat.5 cable at great distances. The mix and match approach to the product line enables the user to choose the most cost efficient units to perform a specific task. Three transmitter models are available, two models handle RGBHV and one handles YPbPr format. Five Receiver models continue the theme of flexibility and enable the user to choose the distance, output type and audio capabilities if needed. All Items are available for immediate shipment. more

—New Cards Enable MADI and EtherSound Input and Output Connectivity—

LAS VEGAS, Nevada—Yamaha Commercial Audio Systems, Inc. has announced the availability of new expansion cards that will enable MADI and EtherSound input and output connectivity. The Yamaha MY16-MD64 card adds 16 channels of MADI input and output connectivity to Yamaha professional audio devices accepting mini-YGDAI expansion; add up to three MY16-EX expansion cards to the core MY16-MD64 card and increase the MADI channel capacity up to 64 channels. The Yamaha MY16-ES64 card adds 16 channels of bi-directional EtherSound connectivity; add up to three MY16-EX expansion cards to the core MY16-ES64 card and increase the EtherSound channel capacity up to 64 channels. more

—Active Field Control (AFC) Enhances Reverberation in Soundfield—

LAS VEGAS, Nevada—InfoComm 2008 will mark the debut of the Yamaha AFC2, the successor to the highly successful AFC1 electro-acoustic technology system core processor that enables natural changes to major auditory impressions, such as reverberance, loudness and spaciousness within a soundfield of a performing arts venue, church, theater or school auditorium. The proprietary AFC system can be used to improve the architectural acoustic characteristics of a room, and has additional applications focusing on the advantages of optimized reverberation time. more

Projector Lamp Services, LLC (PLS) continuously strives for improvements in relamping quality and customer service. The newest product addition strengthens this mission. PLS now supplies Osram P-VIP lamps to the projection industry as well as lamp distributors.

PLS understands that Osram manufactures one of the best projection lamps available, and uses them frequently when relamping spent projector lamps. Therefore, it seemed a logical progression to begin offering Osram bare lamps. Used in many different RPTV and front projector applications, Osram lamps promise uncompromised performance. PLS’ extensive experience with thousands of different front projector and RPTV lamps has produced an extraordinary and reliable reference list. This enables PLS to sell bare lamps for many FP and RPTV models. More applications are being added daily. more

NASHVILLE, TN – Adtec Digital announces the release of mediaHUB-HD. Available now, the mediaHUB-HD is a broadcast quality High Definition streaming encoder designed for the real time distribution of video content in enterprise wide digital signage applications. The mediahub-HD allows video content to stream in real time over corporate television systems, over Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) based television systems, or via satellite based delivery systems. more

LAS VEGAS, NV – Neutrik’s well-established solid and ruggedized-protected fiber optic connector system, OpticalCon®, is now IP65 rated for dust tight and water jet protection. As the designer and manufacturer of the best-selling XX series XLR cable connectors, Neutrik will introduce this innovative product upgrade at InfoComm 2008 (Booth C3657).

The upgrade extends both the indoor and outdoor capabilities of OpticalCon, as it seals the connector against dust, which is prevalent in most corporate and smart podium environments, as well as protects the connector against water jet, which is needed for most outdoor applications. To achieve an IP65 connection, additional seals and gaskets have been employed on the chassis connector and cable ends. more

ERLANGER, KY, June 3, 2008—The TVOne-task product line grows again with the addition of six new v1.3 HDMI products to its inventory consisting of two Switchers and four Distribution Amplifiers. These are not ordinary units, but are the first products designed expressly for the demanding professional market. Features like front panel status indication of input signal presence and HDCP presence, accommodation of HDMI cables with locking connectors, RS-232 control of the switchers, optional rackmount kits, separate audio and advanced EDID handling set these units apart from the field. more

LAS VEGAS, NV – Neutrik, designer and manufacturer of the XX series XLR cable connector, continues its fight against counterfeiting by identifying its products with a unique hologram of the Neutrik name and logo, guaranteeing an authentic Neutrik product. In addition to the hologram on its products, Neutrik also includes an authenticity seal on its individual and carton packaging. Neutrik will be showcasing its full-line of connectivity products, including samples of its new branded hologram, at this year’s InfoComm show, Booth C3657. more