TEC FOUNDATION BECOMES PART OF NAMM
The TEC Foundation for Excellence in Audio (Walnut Creek CA) has entered into an agreement to become part of the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM, Carlsbad CA), strengthening the important work of both nonprofits and the NAMM Show. All TEC activities, including the Technical Excellence & Creativity Awards, will join other marquee programs, events and efforts within the NAMM Foundation portfolio, including the Museum of Making Music, research projects, the SupportMusic Coalition and global public service campaigns. In addition to the TEC Awards, the NAMM Foundation will oversee TEC Foundation programs, including the Les Paul Award and other philanthropic activities designed to support and grow the pro audio, live sound and recording world. Starting in 2014, the NAMM Foundation will present the annual TEC Awards event, which honors outstanding achievement in audio technology and production. Founded in 1985, the awards have been presented at the NAMM Show since 2011, with NAMM as the presenting sponsor.
“The inclusion of TEC within the NAMM Foundation further unites the important technical and creative communities within the music industry in a way that authentically showcases both worlds,” said Joe Lamond, NAMM President/CEO.
“TEC’s partnership with NAMM has not only raised the bar artistically for the TEC Awards, but also highlights the importance of audio technology to music-making in the 21st century,” said TEC Foundation President, Hillel Resner. |
Longwood University Installs PixelFLEX LED Curtain
Frustrated by the limitations of the projection screen in its main auditorium, Longwood University, a liberal arts school in Virginia, recently installed a 15-panel, 18 mm LED Curtain from PixelFLEX to visually enhance performances and presentations while maximizing viewer experience.
PixelFLEX’s LED Curtain offers Longwood University a solution that is easy to set up and operate and can be integrated easily into what the university already uses. For this project, PixelFLEX developed custom-size panels – tailored specifically for the University’s installation. The 18mm Curtain’s flexibility and light weight –was the primary differentiator for the University’s multi-media team when researching replacements for their traditional projection system.
“One of the major benefits of the PixelFLEX video screen is that it’s extremely easy to move, which means we can use video and effects in a variety of environments across campus,” said John Hogge, University multi-media technician. “The PixelFLEX screens provided much higher quality resolution and that flexibility is invaluable.”
Flexible in all directions and exceptionally durable, PixelFLEX LED Curtains are able to bend and shape around structures creating untouchable customization. For more information on PixelFLEX and its LED video products, visit www.LEDCurtain.com. Follow PixelFLEX at www.Facebook.com/PixelFLEXUSA and @LEDCurtain. |
MAGNETIC 3D PURCHASES STOCK FROM FORMER PARTNERS
Magnetic Media Holdings, Inc. (Magnetic 3D, New York NY), which offers autostereoscopic, “glasses-free” 3D displays and digital signage solutions, has purchased 240,000 shares (18% of the company's outstanding equity) from former shareholders Peter Zahakos and James Zahakos. In addition, Magnetic 3D satisfied all outstanding loans and other obligations to the Zahakoses. These transactions have terminated their involvement with the company and have further solidified Magnetic 3D’s financial position. “Given the underlying strength of Magnetic 3D’s glasses-free 3D technology and long-term business prospects, we felt that the timing was right to repurchase the stock from the Zahakoses,” said Norm Jacobs, the company’s lead investor and largest shareholder. "We look toward a bright future with investors who share a common vision for Magnetic 3D.”
“Our glasses-free 3D technology is ripe for adoption in a wide array of industries where 3D glasses are undesirable and no longer necessary,” said Tom Zerega, company Founder/CEO. “The stock repurchase allows us to be more agile and consider other strategic partners or investors that will directly benefit from our unique, robust technology platform.” |
Finally, a Multiviewer that makes sense!
The new Avenue Multiviewer from Ensemble Designs delivers stunning detail from every source, even when the same signal appears multiple times. Video sources are always displayed at full motion frame rate, even with 16 images on the screen. Sources are sized perfectly with Ensemble’s proprietary scaling algorithms, ensuring a beautiful picture, no matter what size you choose. Click-to-fill configuration, snap-to grids and intuitive menus make setup super- simple. Labels, borders, audio meters and tally are selected with a web browser on your computer or iPad. It’s easy to save and apply configurations to multiple cells. The Avenue Multiviewer is the right choice for your control room, remote truck or boardroom.
For a complete signal processing chain, put multiviewers, SPGs, sync changeover, logo inserters, upconverters, routers and keyers in the same Avenue frame. Ensemble’s signal processing equipment is used in television stations and video facilities worldwide. |
PHILIPS COMMERCIAL SIGNAGE APPOINTS STAMPEDE AS EXCLUSIVE NA DISTRIBUTOR
Stampede Presentation Products Inc. (Amherst NY) has been appointed as North American distributor of the complete Philips Commercial Signage product line through MMD, the exclusive licensee for Philips Commercial Signage and Philips Monitors. The appointment was announced by Craig Rathbun, Sales and Marketing Director for MMD, and Stampede President/COO Kevin Kelly.
“Our knowledge of the [commercial AV] industry, along with our network of more than 11,000 dealers, uniquely qualifies us to distribute the Philips commercial product line to the North American digital signage market,” Kelly said. “Philips provides a digital signage solution for every imaginable commercial market, including hospitality, healthcare and education. We look forward to introducing the Philips line to all of our [commercial AV] dealers.”
According to Rathbun, “Stampede’s expertise and demonstrated success in selling digital signage solutions to the commercial market makes us certain that this will be a long and successful partnership. We’re very excited to work with Stampede as we continue to expand our reach into the North American market.” |
Viewstation Vandal Proof, All-Weather LCD Enclosures, Protective LCD Covers and Kiosk Solutions for Digital Signage
he ViewStation line of products by ITSENCLOSURES provides vandal proof, all-weather LCD enclosures, protective LCD covers and kiosk solutions for all of your digital signage protection needs! Now that your viewing options have caught up with your visionary ideas,the ViewStation family of LCD enclosures and kiosks gives you the capability to create and customize a digital message that will fit any application and any environment. We offer solutions for protecting LCDs in the majority of popular sizes ranging from 32" to 65" with custom sizes available. LCD enclosures are available in both single and double-sided configurations, and comes equipped with state-of-the-art technologies, including anti-reflective tempered glass, integrated thermal management, tamper resistant locking mechanisms and various mounting options. These tools work together to provide the ultimate in protection from theft, vandalism, the elements, and other potential display damage. Popular applications include airports, stadiums, arenas, train stations, bus depots and shopping malls. |
PROJECTOR SALES SHOW CHALLENGING QUARTER, BUT SOME GROWTH: PMA RESEARCH
Total projector volume was 1.95 million in 2013Q1, down slightly from 2.07 million units in the same quarter last year, according to the latest PMA Research (San Juan Capistrano CA). (These figures now exclude projector modules embedded in host devices such as cell phones, camcorders, and heads-up displays, which are reported on separately by the company.) Despite a challenging quarter for the overall projector market, there were several areas of positive growth. Sales of pico and personal projectors (sub-1000 lumens) posted a double-digit volume gain vs. last year's first quarter. Sales of mainstream projectors (1000 to 3999 lumens) were lackluster, mainly due to cutbacks in government and education projects. However, several segments within the mainstream market were clear over performers, PMA reports, including Wide XGA and 1080p commercial and home entertainment projectors. Short-throw models, including interactive projectors, continued to show strong momentum and topped 20% of mainstream volume. And, the first quarter also marked the ramp-up of new lines of mainstream and high-end projectors with laser and laser/LED technology, with more models coming soon. [Sound & Communications will publish a supplement next month, written by Contributing Editor Pete Putman, detailing the lamp-free projector segment.]
Sales of high-end projectors (4000+ lumens) performed well, particularly installation models in the 5000 to 6000 lumen and 7000 to 10,000 lumen ranges. Many of the traditional mainstream projector manufacturers are pushing upwards into higher-margin segments, and demand remains strong around the world. |
Revolabs Executive HD™ MaxSecure Wireless Microphone System Supports AES-256 Encryption for Maximum Security
Designed to provide the highest level of security for the most sensitive applications, the Revolabs Executive HD™ MaxSecure 8-channel wireless microphone system and compatible microphones support the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES-256) as defined by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
This encryption standard is designed for compliance with the security encryption standards AES FIPS 197 and AES FIPS 140-2, established by the United States government and approved by the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) for applications requiring advanced privacy protection.
At home in demanding environments such as high-end boardrooms and large auditoriums, the Executive HD MaxSecure offers the same audio quality, versatility, and seamless integration as the 128-bit Executive HD. Each unit provides support for up to eight microphones with exceptional audio quality; multiple units can be linked together to support up to 32 (Americas) or 40 (international) microphones per area. The Executive HD MaxSecure can be integrated with all control systems via RS-232 or Ethernet, making it a seamless, natural extension of any new or existing environment. An intuitive, front-panel LCD display provides simple control and configuration on-location, while management software is available for the convenience of remotely monitoring and controlling the system through its Ethernet connection. |
CLEARONE DECLARES SUPREME COURT CASE VICTORY
ClearOne (Salt Lake City UT), a provider of audio and visual communication solutions, announced a victory in the Utah Supreme Court in a dispute relating to the company’s indemnification of a former officer for costs associated with her criminal defense. As a result of this ruling, which cannot be appealed, ClearOne expects to recoup about $500,000 in attorneys’ fees previously paid to indemnify the company’s former CFO, Susie Strohm “We are pleased that this ruling will result in a significant net financial benefit for ClearOne,” said Chairman/CEO Zee Hakimoglu. “I want to thank our current management team and Board of Directors for remaining focused on successfully growing the company while we resolved these legacy matters that transpired nearly 10 years ago.” [One of the earliest reports about the incidents related to this case appeared in Sound & Communications’ NEWSLETTER, February 2002.] |
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SOUND & COMMUNICATIONS SPONSORS AV NETWORKING WORLD DURING INFOCOMM
InfoComm attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a seminar, AV Networking World, on June 11 at the Rosen Centre. Sponsors include Allen & Heath, AtteroTech, Audinate, Bosch, Focusrite, IED, Peavey, Shure, Stewart Audio, Symetrix and Yamaha. Sound & Communications is the media sponsor. This seminar will feature real-world use cases and presentations, as well as interactive demonstrations and workshops. Panel discussions will be conducted by more than 15 leading industry design consultants, integrators, networking experts and professional audio equipment vendors. AV industry experts will share case studies related to deploying networked AV systems. In addition, there will be a hands-on Network Interoperability Clinic.
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