The Netherlands - Tannoy, Lab.gruppen and Lake will feature a number of firsts at ISE 2012, with Tannoy exhibiting brand new VLS (Vertical Line Source) passive column range. With a sleek curvilinear architectural profile specifically designed for install applications, the VLS Series comes in three models that each utilise proven transducer technology adapted from Tannoy's award-winning QFlex steerable column range. Making its international debut at ISE 2012, VLS promises to be "an evolutionary product that further enhances Tannoy's offering in the architectural installed sound market".
Visitors will also be able to see the full range of Tannoy's VX Series and VXP Series, the latter featuring Lab.gruppen's new IDEEA (Intelli-Drive Energy Efficient Amplifier) power module.
Also on the stand will be Tannoy's QFlex digital beam-steering array loudspeakers, complete with
USA - Aviom's Pro64 Firmware version 4.35 and Pro64 Network Manager version 2.1 are now available for download. The updated firmware introduces additional flexibility to Aviom's m-control mic preamp control protocol for Yamaha digital consoles, as well as the ability to seamlessly extend Pro64 networks while the network is running.
The new m-control feature allows users to select from two methods of mapping mic preamp gain settings from the Yamaha console to the gain and pad settings of Aviom's Pro64 Series mic preamps. For most users, Auto Pad, which automatically switches Aviom pads on and off based on the position of the Yamaha gain control and whether the gain is being adjusted up or down, is a good balance of performance and simplicity. However, for users who prefer separate gain and pad controls, Manual Pad delinks the two settings, mapping Yamaha gain settings directly to
The Netherlands - At ISE 2012, Analog Way will exhibit a selection of its powerful solutions. Di-VentiX II is a multi-layer mixer scaler seamless switcher with universal analogue and digital input/output and full high resolution digital processing. It can display up to seven layers: four live sources, one Frame, one logo and one mask. Live layers can be customised.
Eikos is a multi-layer mixer scaler seamless switcher offering up to 12 inputs including four fitted with SDI and two fitted with DVI-D. Eikos offers three operating modes: Multi-Layer Mixer, 12 by 2 Seamless Native Matrix and QuadraVision modes.
OPS300 is a multi-layer mixer scaler seamless switcher with full high resolution digital processing. This high-grade and easy-to-use solution is particularly adapted to rental and staging and high-end installations, says the company.
Germany - Fohhn Audio AG has released the A-1 live, a new portable stereo USB audio interface that has been specially developed to "enable high-quality, trouble-free transmission of audio directly from a computer/laptop to a professional sound reinforcement system", without the need for additional hardware such as a mixer or DI box.
Primarily designed for live sound applications and permanent installations, the A-1 live is a stand-alone USB device equipped with balanced XLR stereo outputs and a galvanically isolated USB connection. These features enable audio to be directly transmitted from the computer to the sound reinforcement system avoiding any interference, hum, reduction in sound quality or loss of output level - common issues that can occur when using interfaces with unbalanced connectors, or when there is no galvanic isolation between the computer and the inte
The Netherlands - Ateis Europe will showcase a raft of new solutions at ISE 2012, while its new IDA8 fully compliant public address voice alarm system makes its ISE debut.
The IDA8 system has already been deployed at Silverstone's Formula One racetrack and London Underground's new Paddington station with considerable success.
The IDA8 is a 'one-box' solution that runs open DSP software. It boasts IP connectivity and features an IP microphone to maximise this facility. In addition it offers remote diagnostics for easy configuration and enhanced systems operations.
Also featuring as part of the ISE showcase, the UAP G2 stackable, programmable digital audio processor, steerable column array loudspeaker, the Messenger G2, and the Orbit omni-directional line array are designed to "create a new standard in modern PA/VA, commercial and professional audio".
UK - Paradigm AV will have a powerful presence at BETT 2012 (11-14 January, London Olympia).
After securing the contract to provide well over 200 dnp Supernova Core optical screens for primary and secondary schools in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, the company will be showcasing the power of this front projection platform - possibly in 3D as well as 2D.
Paradigm AV also represents GestureTek, gesture-controlled technology in the UK - which is proving increasingly popular in schools, particularly those with special educational needs.
One of the more recent innovations has been the GestureTek Cube, which will be on display at BETT. This is a compact, turnkey, 'plug and play' interactive portable interactive floor. The latest version projects entertaining games and special effects in a larger, higher resolution image, onto virtually any floor, enabling children to
The Netherlands - dnpdenmark will have a strong presence on the stand of their German partner, Comm-Tec Germany at this year's ISE Show in Amsterdam, showing significantly enhanced versions of Supernova products, alongside the Zenith rear-projection screen, which was seen for the first time at last year's show.
These will include an upgraded Supernova Core Screen, with new frame and mounting; an improved version of the Supernova Flex Screen, and the Supernova Flex Classic with IR remote (as an alternative to its RF remote).
These refinements are expected to have a considerable impact upon these already popular models in the Supernova range.
The Supernova Core is available in two types of screen materials: ISF-certified Supernova 08-85 for high contrast and extreme viewing angles and Supernova 23-23 high gain version for high contrast and uniform brightness.
UK - Console manufacturer DiGiCo once again returns to ISE alongside the brand's Dutch distributor TM Audio, with its complete range of consoles that "addresses every part of the installation market, from the largest multi-purpose complex, to the smallest theatre".
The SD7, which will be joined on Stand I H90 by the SD10, SD8, SD9 and the smallest in the range, the SD11, is the first digital mixing console to use Stealth Digital Processing - now be found in the entire SD Range. Its flexible bussing structure features a possible 128 busses and 256 processing paths, plus a 32 x 32 Matrix, 32 x 32 band graphic EQ and a plethora of internal effects.
Next in line is the SD10, which has "all the refinements you would expect, but with some exciting new options." Thirty-seven 100mm touch sensitive faders provide fast access to the SD10's channels, which include 96
USA / UK - A sleek new addition to ETC's Unison line of architectural control, Tessera combines a 4.3" (10.9cm) touchscreen with a 512-channel DMX over Ethernet Mosaic controller. Complex lighting shows as well as devices like moving lights, colour-mixing LEDs, conventionals and dimmers can all be controlled by Tessera. It also handles impromptu show control, accessories, automation, waterworks and other non-lighting effects.
ETC named its new product after the ancient word for 'tile'. ETC's architectural market manager Joe Bokelman explains, "A tessera is a tile in a mosaic but also an object of beauty and utility itself. Our Tessera is both a part of a greater sophisticated networked system and a standalone full controller, in a compact interface.
"Imagine colour-changing lights in a shopping centre or office block that can go through dynamic effects, seasonal
The Netherlands - Barix AG will unveil its Annuncicom PS1 Paging Station at ISE 2012 show in Amsterdam early next year. The compact, elegant device gives commercial businesses, office buildings, educational institutions, medical facilities and others a simple, fully-integrated hardware solution for paging and intercom over IP, says the company.
The PS1 features two backlit push-to-talk buttons, volume control and a built-in speaker and microphone, giving security guards, receptionists and other operators a simple way to make announcements to an entire facility. The device's IP addressability enables a simple connection to the network, allowing systems integrators and end users to take advantage of existing infrastructure, reducing costs and equipment requirements. Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability further simplifies installation, requiring only a single cable to the device.
The Netherlands - Magenta Research will introduce a wide-range of new and improved products at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2012 in Amsterdam.
ISE 2012 marks the official public debut of upgrades to Magenta's MultiView line, which has served - for over 10 years - as an adaptable, top performing solution for the distribution of Pro-AV signals over UTP cable.
MultiView II's enhancements are all designed to make it even easier to replicate 1080p resolution (and higher) video at distances to 610m. MultiView II products on display will include the MultiView II DVI, T4, STx and XRTx transmitters, plus MultiView II AK600 and AK1200 receivers.
The Netherlands - Technomad will show "the world's first completely weatherproof, all-in-one, self-casing portable PA system for the commercial pro audio market" at ISE 2012 (31 January-2 February, RAI, Amsterdam, The Netherlands).
The DragonFly, adapted from Technomad's rugged military technology, is designed for mobile pro audio and staging events that require outstanding audio quality, lightweight portability, quick set-up, ease of operation and durable construction for outdoor events, says the company. The weatherproof design fully protects system components from moisture, dirt, shock and other elements in outdoor environments, supporting everything from ceremonies and parades to sporting events and concerts.
The inclusion of green, rechargeable and long-lasting NiHM battery power, along with a potent
Europe - Roland Systems Group has announced the immediate availability of a system update for the popular Roland V-1600HD Multi-Format Video Switcher. Addressing the requirements of using the V-1600HD in a live production environment - especially with LED walls - this new update includes additional scaling functions to both the Program and AUX outputs in all modes.
Common LED video wall aspect ratio presets are included, such as 4:3, 5:4, 5:3 and 16:9, as well as a manual pixel accurate mode allowing any wall size or aspect ratio to be inputted. Using this setting, the source material can then be scaled within the output space with additional crop, zoom and position adjustments to hand.
The V-1600HD now enables all video sources to be connected, converted and mixed directly to the LED video wall display. Two configurable outputs make it possible to drive both LCD/plasma/projec
The Netherlands - At ISE 2012, Genelec will be showcasing its range audio solutions for the commercial installation market, as well as running free, on-booth training sessions that are open to all delegates.
Products on display will include the full 4000 Series active loudspeakers, including the new 4040A, as well as the 1238CF, a 3-way monitor designed for a wide range of professional applications. The training sessions will let integrators to get hands-on with products and see demos of acoustic simulation software for the fixed installation market.
"It's nice to be offering something at bit different at ISE 2012," says Terho Savolainen, marketing manager at Genelec. "Practical training in audio installation can be really useful and ISE is the perfect platform to reach integrators. Although the training sessions are going to be relaxed affairs, the content is g
UK - Monacor International has announced the new and improved MK2 version of the established PAB speaker range. The new PAB-MK2 version features increased power across the range without any additional costs to the dealer.
Topping the range is the PAB-115MK2, a 15" 600W speaker made of a robust plastic cabinet. Featuring a diecast aluminium basket and a high quality 1" dynamic horn tweeter with a large (44mm) voice coil the PAB-115MK2 offers a natural and powerful quality sound.
Neil Clayton, managing director of Monacor UK commented, "Our PAB range of speakers has always been one of our top selling lines due to its phenomenal performance for such little money. To now be able to offer that same quality and reliability with even more power is a great addition to the IMG Stage Line range."
The remainder of the range is made up of the 12" PAB-112MK2, 10&
The Netherlands - The POLARaudio team will be attending the ISE 2012 show in force and will have representatives on each of its distributed brands stands. POLARaudio brands exhibiting at ISE 2012 include Biamp, beyerdynamic, Aviom, Cue System, Australian Monitor and Novosonar.
Highlights of the show will include new touch screen technology from Cue Systems, presentations from Biamp on its Tesira range and innovative AVB technology (Audio Video Bridging). AVB bridges the gap between AV and IT by providing the first open, industry-accepted standards (IEEE 802) for transporting audio and video over the network.
Biamp Tesira is a networked audio system that supports 420x420 channels of digitally matrixed audio with flexible I/O configurations. Unlike other DSP-based media systems, Tesira is an enterprise-wide solution made up of network modules that share and boost performance.
UK - Rycote, the UK-based manufacturer of microphone windshields and shockmount systems, is launching a new version of its InVision Universal Studio Mount microphone suspension at this year's Winter NAMM show.
The existing InVision USM can be used to mount microphones from 18 to 55mm in diameter, and thus accommodates most studio recording microphones, but the new InVision VB will hold the broadest large-diaphragm models from 55mm to 70mm, such as the Neumann M149 and M150, the Studio Electronics Gemini 5 and G3500, the Rode Classic II, and the BLUE Microphones Kiwi and Mouse, as well as design classics like the original Neumann U47.
"With the addition of the USM VB to the InVision range, there's now a USM for almost every microphone," explains Rycote's sales & marketing director Stefano Pucello. "The original USM, launched at Winter NAMM two years ago, has been
The Netherlands - At ISE 2012 Crestron will be introducing "a range of breakthrough technologies that lay the foundation of audio visual technology for the future". The company will be displaying many products ranging from the latest developments in the DigitalMedia and HD solutions through to control systems, audio, cabling and lighting control solutions.
The DigitalMedia range continues to evolve and grow. With a solution for every budget, the new DigitalMedia 6X6 Distribution Center delivers high-definition audio and video signals to multiple rooms and produces the highest quality HD picture quality available, says the company.
The unit features next generation DigitalMedia 8G+ technologies and is able to distribute pure uncompressed digital and analogue audio/video content, plus Ethernet, control signals and more over long distances to up to six rooms, all over a
UK - Christie reports that its 12,000 lumen Christie LX1200 and the full HD 1080p Christie LHD700 projectors are now shipping to meet strong demand for 'no compromise', affordable 3LCD options for rental staging applications, boardrooms, higher education facilities, houses of worship and more.
"One of Christie's advantages is its wide selection of 3LCD models in the 4000 lumens range and above," notes Frank Anzures, senior product manager, business products. "Customers needing mid- to high-brightness options know that they can come to Christie and find what they need to meet their application and budget requirements. And, with innovations like Christie's 4DColor technology, their displays can be created with vivid, dynamic colours that go beyond standard 3LCD projectors."
When bold, detailed images are required for presentations, the Christie LX400 (XGA) an
UK - Hawthorn has recently become one of five exclusive GDS (Global Design Solutions) distributors in the UK.
Stocking the full range of GDS products Hawthorn is now able to fulfil most orders for next day delivery and also has large stocks of regular and high powered up lighters as well as the new Satellites available for hire.
With a notable increase in the hire of the LiteWare battery up lighters, Hawthorn's hire manager, Dave Slater commented, "Being one of the key GDS dealers gives us a fantastic opportunity to build on our commitment to the GDS product range, which has proved to be very popular with our customers.
"From the LiteWare products which we've had in rental stock since their initial release, through to the Blues System, used extensively by our installs teams with the Arch system, and their new LED houselights, the whole range gives us an important a
USA - G-LEC's Solaris+ is making its West Coast debut with DigitalSound Production Services (DPS), a rental and production company based in Los Angeles.
DPS provides event production solutions for everything from live concert to corporate gatherings to exclusive parties. AV designer and owner Anthony Dever is comments, "Solaris+ is a lighting designer's dream. Its flexibility and creativity really sets it apart from other products - and so sets us apart from other production companies. It gives me the edge with potential clients, because its unique design enables me to customize it to any event we do."
The Solaris+ LED system gives the audience a 360° view of images or messages. Comprising 'ropes' of 40mm diameter LED balls, which can be hung in line or in groups for maximum effect, Solaris+ is suitable for "low resolution video screens, innovative 3D light
The Netherlands - At ISE 2012, Crestron will be displaying its new generation MC3, the first 3-Series control system powered by Core 3 OS. Developed and engineered like an IT platform, rather than an AV system, the 3-Series platform is designed to provide a foundation for powerful integrated building technology and advanced home control.
The MC3 combines the agility and speed of a computer operating system with the reliability of a network appliance, enabling real-time multitasking to seamlessly run up to 10 independent programmes simultaneously, all communicating with each other on the same platform, says the company. A fully-integrated 3-Series platform unleashes more processing power, faster speeds, more memory, enhanced security and powerful multitasking capabilities that simplify the design and implementation of integrated building management and home technology.
UK - Launching this December is Monacor's first step into the conference field. The CS-50 conference system is a natural progression for Monacor's PA range and once again shows that the company acts on its customer demands, says the company.
Neil Clayton, managing director of Monacor UK commented: "We have been constantly asked if we can provide a solution for a conference system and we are now pleased to meet those demands with the launch of the CS-50"
The CS-50 System is equipped with automatic mixing technology and integrated acoustic and mechanical design, delivering consistently natural, feedback-free audio performance with any environment. The CS-50 is able to support up to 50 individual delegate microphones, making it suitable for various applications.
The CS-50 Conference system is made up of the CS-50CU control unit and CS-50CH chairman station, with the C
Germany - The MA onPC command wing paves the way for mobile use of the flexible grandMA2 control system. In combination with the free-of-charge grandMA2 onPC software, the MA onPC command wing is a portable 2,048 parameter control solution that can be used nearly in any location - and all for an affordable price, says the company.
Designed as the hardware expansion to the grandMA2 onPC software, the MA onPC command wing enables the look and feel of the software to be as close to a real grandMA2 console as possible. With a simple USB connection between the MA onPC command wing and the computer running the grandMA2 onPC software, all inputs and outputs of a grandMA2 console are available to the user. DMX, MIDI, Timecode and Analogue Remote are all on hand directly at the MA onPC command wing.
Wherever it is physically difficult to use a grandMA2 console, the MA onPC command wing