Sonance developed three new models for the company’s Landscape Series. Two of these UV-resistant speakers, the RK83 and RK63, are outdoor “rock-like” speakers designed to blend into the environment. The RK63 Rock speaker is a 6.5” 2-way, roughly 10 x 11 x 14 inches and is rated for 100w maximum power handling; the 8” 2-way RK83 Rock speaker measures roughly 14 x 15 x 18 inches and is rated for 150W maximum.
The third new product, the SoundHenge Redux is actually an enclosure that looks like a boulder, and is used exclusively with the Sonance Mariner outdoor speakers. The enclosure is available in Granite or Brown finishes and measures 18 x 14 x 13 inches. These can be used with any Sonance Mariner 50 or Mariner 60 range of weather-resistant loudspeakers, in a stereo-pair, or single stereo speaker configuration.
Sonance Designs Outdoor Rock Speakers
- 19. 11. 2008
- Bob Snyder
- Audio
First 802.11n HD Video Extension/Distribution System
- 19. 11. 2008
- Bob Snyder
- Networking & IoT
Avocent announces MPX1550 wireless extender as” the Digital Signage Industry’s First IEEE802.11n Based HD Video Extension and Distribution System”.
Avocent combines its MPX1500 wireless video distribution technology with the latest in WiFi, IEEE 802.11n MIMO-based radios. This raises the bar for wireless HD video distribution systems in terms of visual acuity, transmission distance, and noise immunity.
"As the number of public displays continues to mushroom, the ability to deploy these displays in a rapid yet cost-effective manner has become a key differentiator for signage network providers,” says Mitch Friend, senior VP and GM, Avocent. “It has also become clear to us that content requirements differ among various deployments such as retail, institutional and way-finding signage applications. Characteristics such as visual acuity, resolution of motion and still images tend to vary. To handle the most demanding applications, we’ve added the MPX1550 system to our product offerings. By adding the 802.11n support to our product line, customers are now able to choose the extender that is best suited for their application."
The Emerge MPX1550 extenders offer both wired (over IP) and wireless operation, including distribution of both HD and SD video signals from a single transmitter to a cluster of receivers. The MPX1550 system is optimized for both full motion video and still images. Protected content can be distributed through signage networks with Emerge MPX1550 because of its HDCP support.
Extron DVI Fiber Optic Extender Runs up to 500m
- 19. 11. 2008
- Bob Snyder
- Networking & IoT
Extron ships DVI 104 Fiber Optic Extender, a transmitter and receiver set that extends single link DVI signals over four multimode fiber optic cables at lengths up to 500 meters.
It extends DVI signals significantly beyond the specified 5m limitation for standard DVI cables, says the company. The DVI 104 uses all digital, zero compression technology designed for pixel-for-pixel transmission of computer-video images up to 1920x1200 res, including HDTV 1080p/60.
The DVI 104 transmitter and receiver come in compact DVI cable-type clamshell enclosures and connect to the fiber optic cables via industry standard LC-type connectors. The cables can be run through conduits and other tight spaces without the DVI 104 transmitter and receiver attached. Pre-terminated multimode fiber optic cables are available from Extron in various lengths from 10 meters to 300 meters.
JVC’s 17-inch LCD for Surveillance
- 19. 11. 2008
- Bob Snyder
- TVs, Displays and Mounts
JVC Professional Europe announces a 17-inch LCD TFT, the LM-H171 monitor designed specifically for "round the clock" surveillance and monitoring markets.
You can adjust the non-glare viewing panel with the touch of a button. For the preferred viewing of a security operator, the four selectable picture display modes are standard, dark, enhanced, vivid and dynamic. The screen also has a very fast response time of 5ms and comes with a contrast ratio of 1000:1.
The monitor accepts video, VGA, DVI input signals, and with the selectable scan size mode option the LM-H171 optimizes the camera signal input for monitor viewing.
An energy saving feature is included: when no signal is detected, a power save mode reduces the brightness of the LCD backlight.
Available now, the LM-H171 is made from fire retardant material including a metal rear cabinet and connector protection structure, with built-in power supply and optional rack mount adaptor for monitor wall viewing.
Panasonic Adds to Top of Range
- 19. 11. 2008
- Bob Snyder
- Projection and Screens
Panasonic launches PT-D12000 and PT-DZ12000, a pair of hi res projectors for the top of the range.
Panasonic’s brightest projector in the range at 12,000 lumens, with WUXGA 1920x1200 resolution, these projectors serve both rental and permanent installations, particularly for venues where high ambient light creates a problem.
The PT-DZ12000 offers a wide screen image-viewing alternative for business apps where widescreen laptops are the norm. Full-HD res enables the projection of highly detailed images.
It features a four 300-watt AC lamp optical system reducing maintenance intervals and allowing the projector to work after any one lamp needs replacing. Part of Panasonic’s ongoing environment program, the four original-technology high efficient UHM AC lamps and the new lamp drive ballast system allow 7.5 lumen/watt and consume only 1600w (about half the power consumption of some models from competitors).
A new liquid cooling system cools each chip individually to reduce noise, and a special auto-cleaning robot and double-filter structure provides 2000 hours of use without filter maintenance.
The projector’s geometric control software enables curved and cylindrical surfaces to be projected on seamlessly. This can also be controlled simply through remote control, perfect for live environments where immediate set up is vital.
The Crestron iServer
- 21. 10. 2008
- Bob Snyder
- Control and Home Media Systems
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Users can now access iTunes from the home computer, download new songs, and immediately enjoy their music in every room in the house.
Once connected to a users’ home computer network, the Crestron iServer automatically synchronises with iTunes Library whenever new content is added or new playlists are created.
The Crestron iServer plays all the content stored on a user’s iPod, including music, audio books and videos. Much more than a basic docking solution, the Crestron iServer is a dedicated audio server that is always available for whole house entertainment. The low-profile solution can either rest on a shelf or mount in a rack.
The device uses any iPod, once installed through the front panel slot, as its hard drive. Connecting the iServer to the home network will provide direct communication with the home computer.
Go iServer