ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, June 8, 2010 — Barix AG, a pioneer in IP-based audio, intercom, control, and monitoring, has developed an OEM device for Aiphone Communications Systems based on the successful Barix Annuncicom series of intercom and two-way audio devices. The project is the latest in a long list of significant OEM wins for Barix, which has supplied tens of thousands of IP-based OEM devices to the global marketplace. more

The PowerChiton is a nearly bomb-proof, amplifier-in-a-shell. The new high-power PowerChiton4 begins shipping in July.

New PowerChiton4 weatherproof amplifier ideal for powering large-area outdoor installations

BOSTON, June 7, 2010 – Technomad LLC, a leader in advanced loudspeakers and audio systems since 1995, is adding more power to its range of PowerChiton weatherproof amplifier modules. Able to produce 1600 watts for 8-ohm systems and 1800 watts for 4-ohm systems, the new PowerChiton4 offers more than three times the power of the current highest-power model (500 watts) in the same compact, NEMA-enclosed package. more

Now Shipping, the ProStrip 10/20 Cuts and Strips 10-20 AWG Solid and 12-22 Stranded Wire, while the ProStrip 16/30 Cuts and Strips 16-30 AWG Solid and 18-32 AWG Stranded Wire

Camarillo, Calif., June 3, 2010 – Platinum Tools (www.platinumtools.com), the leader in solutions for the preparation, installation and hand termination of wire and cable, is proud to launch its ProStrip wire strippers (P/Ns: 15003C & 15005C) at InfoComm 2010, held in Las Vegas, Nev. from June 9-11 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, booth C4365. more

The Universal DS-CH is Used to Attach a Digital Signage Media Player to a Wall or Ceiling Mount, Attaching to Mounting Rails in Landscape or Portrait Positions to Better Hide Behind the Flat Panel

STEVENSVILLE, Md., June 3, 2010 — 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 it will debut its new DS-CH digital signage computer holder at InfoComm 2010, held in Las Vegas, Nev. from June 9-11 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, booth N2138. Shipping July 2010, the DS-CH has an MSRP of $129.95. more

AVAD LLC, North America’s leading distributor of custom electronics, has announced it has partnered with PSA Security Network, the world’s largest electronic security cooperative, to offer PSA security systems integrators access to a complete array of security, residential AV and commercial AV products and support programs available at AVAD. To kick off the new partnership, AVAD will present at PSA-TEC 2010, PSA’s annual trade show featuring the security industry’s top product suppliers and educational opportunities held May 24-26 in Rosemont, Ill. more

The Metropark rail station is one of the earliest sites to go live with NJ TRANSIT’s new IP-based public address and digital display network

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, May 18, 2010 — Barix AG, a pioneer in IP-based audio, intercom, control, and monitoring, announces that NJ TRANSIT, the public transportation corporation for the state of New Jersey, has standardized on Barix Audio over IP equipment for IP-based distribution of public address (PA) announcements at rail and bus stations across the state.

NJ TRANSIT is in the process of building out an IP-based PA and digital display network that will disseminate audio and visual passenger information from one to many points. NJ TRANSIT and consultant Baran Design Associates specified Barix Exstreamers to receive and decode PA messages at every NJ TRANSIT location. The devices are currently operational across the River Line light rail system and Northeast Corridor rail lines, as well as a number of bus stations. more

Hear Leading Industry Experts at NSCA’s MNEC Summit at InfoComm 2010

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, May 17, 2010 – Join industry trade associations, code-making officials, leading manufacturers, consultants and industry experts for a free roundtable discussion – Mass Notification & Emergency Communications (MNEC) Summit – hosted by NSCA from 1-3 p.m. on Thursday, June 10, in Room N232 at the Las Vegas Convention Center during InfoComm 2010.
Designed for manufacturers, consultants, integrators and other industry stakeholders who are involved in paging, fire alarm, life safety, audio evacuation and the variety of codes and standards that support these systems, this interactive session will explore the 2010 code changes and new standards for fire and life safety systems. more

VMP’s FP-MF has an Installed Distance of Less than One Inch from the Wall and can Hold Flat Panels from 27- to 42-Inches and Up to 100 lbs.

STEVENSVILLE, MD., May 17, 2010 — 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 it will debut its new FP-MF mid-size flat panel flush mount at InfoComm 2010, held in Las Vegas, Nev. from June 9-11 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, booth N2138.

“With so many possible applications, including small- to medium-sized offices where multiple small screens ranging from 27- to 42-inches need to be wall mounted, the new FP-MF was designed with this in mind,� explained Keith Fulmer, president of Video Mount more

Apantac LLC, designer and developer of high quality, cost effective multiviewers and signal processing equipment continues to diversify their family of Multiviewers with the launch of the TAHOMA-DE Series of Multiviewers. They will be showcased at InfoComm 2010 Booth Number N1844 and are part of the award-winning TAHOMA platform of Multiviewers.

The TAHOMA-DE Multiviewers were primarily designed for the growing multi-image display processing demands of the command and control, medical, security, and a variety of Professional AV markets. more

TOA’s VM-3000 is not only the new ‘yardstick’ in compact public address and voice alarm systems, but also one of the first to be certified with the EN 54-16 standard and is a key product in delivering greater public security.

TOA has revealed the world’s first total solution of EN 54 certified equipment consisting of speakers, system manager and power supply.

Helping to make audio systems designed for the future, specialist audio manufacturer TOA Europe revealed their eagerly awaited EN 54 European standard fire alarm audio products at this year’s prolight+sound.

TOA is the world’s first EN 54 total solution provider and now offers a fully certified audio control and speaker system. more