Video and AV

Projecting down under for Royal Mail

Details: 14 March 2016

UK - Specialist trade AV hire company, Steljes Hire, supported the launch of the Royal Mail's World Heritage special stamp issue, with a visually inspiring stunt organized by Steljes' client, Eulogy. The Royal Mail and Australia Post celebrated the special relationship between the two countries with the launch of eight stamps of their countries' World Heritage Sites, issued in four pairs, featuring four UK sites matched with four Australian sites, these included Stonehenge - the UK image chosen for the 1st class stamp. To launch the range, an image of the stamp was projected onto the stones at sunrise using a Sanyo XF45 10,000 lumen projector and photographed by renowned landscape photographer Charlie Waite.

Andy Horn, sales manager, commented: "We build our reputation by supporting the trade with the best audio-visual equipment and support. We strive to ensure that no matt

From L-R: Martin Featherstone, Alison Reynolds, Adam Bright and Andrew Skadorwa.

AV team appointments at CIE-Group

Details: 14 March 2016

UK - As part of its growth strategy into the AV market, CIE-Group (UK representative for many of the UK's leading AV, CCTV, lighting and electronics brands) has announced the appointment of four new field sales advisors to its team.

Martin Featherstone joins CIE-Group's Audio Division, having moved from LiteStructures, Alison Reynolds (previously from Gardiner Security) joins the Visual and CCTV Division, Adam Bright joins the Specialist Cable Assembly and Connector Division and Andrew Skadorwa also joins Visual & CCTV.

This boost to CIE-Group's sales team forms part of the Company's investment for growth across all divisions into the AV, presentation, retail and education sectors. A number of new product developments from Inter-M, Chiayo, EverFocus, Chauvet and Switchcraft and the addition of brands including Armstrong i-ceilings, ELMO cameras, B-52 Pro and Euromet brings a n

PSL's low-entry event solution

Details: 14 March 2016

UK - Presentation specialists PSL has devised a portfolio of low-entry packages to enable event producers to take advantage of a tailored staging solution. PSL's scalable audio visual options incorporate projection, mics, speakers and lighting. Each can be customised to individual requirements (including client branding) and come with full technical support.

Remarked PSL managing director, Gary Davis: "These have been created as a flexible and cost-effective alternative to custom design and build, or off-the-shelf display and set systems. Whatever the presentation needs, these packages provide outstanding value - including everything required to stage an event at a fixed price."

The six separate alternatives - which range from simple wall-flats to more striking and multi-textured set designs - can be mixed and matched to suit client requirements and venue limitations

SurgeX unveils new technologies

Details: 14 March 2016

USA - SurgeX has re-engineered its one-rack-space (1U) surge protectors and power conditioners to feature new Advanced Series Mode surge suppression and proprietary power-conditioning technologies such as Impedance TolerantEMI/RFI filtering, SurgeX ICE inrush current elimination, and COUVS catastrophic over/under-voltage shutdown.

Advanced Series Mode technology is the latest generation of SurgeX's proven Series Mode circuitry, which uses an inductor as the first and primary surge-suppression component to intercept and contain destructive surge energy. There has never been a failure of Series Mode protected equipment. Unlike other approaches, Advanced Series Mode technology does not rely on metal-oxide varistors (MOVs) as a sacrificial component. In addition, it creates no ground-wire contamination or common-mode surges and has zero let-through voltage.

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PID supplies O2 Retail Project

Details: 14 March 2016

UK - West-London based Projected Image Digital, has supplied and installed a series of bespoke Element Labs VersaTUBE LED display systems for telecoms giant O2. PID was working to the specification of leading UK brand experience and production company Imagination.

The installations - involving nearly 300 TUBES - are now operational in the shop windows of selected flagship O2 retail outlets around the UK. Inbuilt into customized two-metre wide racking, the VersaTUBE linear LED fixtures are running a 15 minute loop of high-impact, low-resolution video visuals.

Imagination wanted a turn-key solution for the project. It also sought a supplier able not just to specify the right product, but to offer the requisite amount of technical expertise, support and back up, both during the installation and thereafter - in the specific area of digital media. This is why PID was chosen for the

Barco: new features for Encore

Details: 14 March 2016

USA - Barco has announced new show control, DVE effects and image processing features for its Encore video processing system. The Barco Encore provides source selection, advanced windowing features, seamless switching, video effects and integrated control, say the company, and its modular, scaleable architecture allows the system to support a wide variety of show configurations. The system can efficiently support from 1 to 32 screens with any combination of independent display or seamless wide-screen display elements.

New features announced by Barco include: integrated device and show control features from Events Manager and StagePRO; the ability to drive Barco LED walls with low transport delay when coupled with Barco's new LEDPro Video Processor; DVE colour effects and "strobe" processing; programmable colour correction for digital sources; support of operation with

Barco takes centre stage at Eurovision

Details: 14 March 2016

Ukraine - This year's Eurovision Song Contest, which too place in Kiev on Saturday, May 21st, showcased some of Barco's latest LED and projection technologies, including the brand-new OLite 510 display and the XLM H25 and R12+ projectors, underlining Barco's technology leadership in the international events industry.

An estimated 400 million viewers worldwide saw a spectacular stage featuring 86 tiles of Barco's brand new OLite 510 LED display technology, 280 ILite 8 LED modules, two Barco XLM H25 projectors, three Barco R18 projectors, two R12+ and three R10 projectors. Barco rental partner, Massteknik, delivered all visualization equipment used on the show.

The star of this year's show is surely Barco's OLite 510: the brand new indoor/outdoor SMD LED display technology, which combines the benefits of indoor and outdoor LED requirements in one reliable, robust LED tile built

Pinnerton: new from Alcorn McBride

Details: 14 March 2016

UK - Pinnerton UK, the UK distributor for the Alcorn McBride range of show control products, has announced the availability of the Digital Video Machine - a rugged, compact MPEG-2 player offering flexible control capabilities and a wealth of interface options.

The Digital Video Machine allows clips to be copied from PC and stored on Compact Flash; clips can then be triggered using contact closures, playlists, real-time schedules or RS-232.

The Digital Video Machine offers a number of flexible options: a stereo amplifier provides two channels at 20W each; the pro audio module provides balanced, S/PDIF and Dolby 5.1; and an SMPTE-259M SDI module provides digital video out. With the optional Ethernet module users can update clips, schedules and GPS coordinates remotely - even using wireless networking.The Digital Video Machine fits almost anywhere and is vibration resistant, so i

Marquee at Royal Grammar School

Details: 14 March 2016

UK - When the 16th century Royal Grammar School in Guildford hit a snag midway through converting the former gymnasium into a multi-purpose auditorium, the school's bursar, Ian Watson, contacted Scott Wakelin at Marquee Audio, who devised an audio-visual solution which would allow simple operation and switching of playback devices - sending both laptop VGA and composite video signals from either the control room or lectern positions. At the same time, the provision of a pair of flown Turbosound TQ-310 (10" + 1") full-range speakers and a TQ-115 (single 15" sub) - enabled them to optimise the building's already enhanced acoustic properties.

The principle playback sources are the Marantz DVD player (with RS232 port) and PC laptops. Thus Marquee Audio specified Kramer switching and scaling interfaces in a signal network with a Biamp Nexia system - which handled the f

New video extender from Gefen

Details: 14 March 2016

USA - Gefen has released the DVI-1000 ST - which is a new version of the DVI-1000 HD video extender, but is equipped with more durable fibre optics cable connectors to accommodate the rental and staging markets.

Though armed with cable connectors that are better able to endure frequent and repetitive setup and take-down procedures, the DVI-1000 ST uses the same methodology to extend high definition digital video up to 500m (1,640ft) from source to display. Small sender and receiver units link the source to the extended display with multimode fibre optic cables, available from Gefen in lengths ranging from 10m (33ft) to 100m (330ft). The DVI-1000 ST supports high resolutions up to and including 1080p or 1920x1200 for computers, and is equipped with DVI inputs and outputs to connect its sender and receiver units to the source and the extended display, say Gefen.

"This new v

Eclipse and E//T//C UK take the Credit

Details: 14 March 2016

UAE - Large-format projection specialists E//T//C UK projected giant images onto the majestic Gate International Finance Centre in Dubai, for the launch of Credit Suisse's new Middle Eastern offices. The event production company was Eclipse LLC, and the original concept was developed by Adrian Bell, managing partner of Eclipse. Duncan Shortt was the production and project manager.

Credit Suisse wanted to announce its arrival in Dubai and the UAE in grand style. They did this initially at an opening gala event for key Credit Suisse organization figures, followed by a week of projections in a high traffic area to maximize brand exposure and impact. Eclipse won the bid for the contract by presenting the boldest and most effective response to the brief, combined with a reputation in the region for delivering polished, high end production solutions.

With large format projection sti

Ambrose named Electrosonic MD

Details: 14 March 2016

UK - David Ambrose has been appointed managing director of Electrosonic Ltd, effective immediately. Reporting to the Electrosonic Group CEO, Kyle Carpenter, Ambrose will has responsibility for all Electrosonic's operations in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa) region.

Ambrose has been with Electrosonic for 15 years and during that time he has worked within the systems, products and service businesses of the company, including a short period in Hong Kong. He says: "Electrosonic has a strong history of understanding and adapting to the needs of our customers. This is an exciting time for the organisation with a significant investment in new products, growth within our service business and some great opportunities for systems integration projects."

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Lighthouse launches PopVision

Details: 14 March 2016

Hong Kong - Lighthouse Technologies has introduced what it claims to be "the industry's first portable, self-contained 'pop-up' high brightness light emitting diode (LED) video screen". Lighthouse, will be showcasing the PopVision at InfoComm which opens in Las Vegas this week.

PopVision features Lighthouse's proprietary technology, enabling "a high-resolution screen with better quality images at an affordable price". Designed for aesthetic integration, PopVision - with brightness level up to 3000 nits - Is intended for use in any digital signage network (new or existing) where LCD, Plasma and projection systems are not appropriate. PopVision can also be used in outdoor applications and be seen in direct sunlight with the proper weatherproof housing.

The 6mm screen is contained in a 5ft x 2ft mobile case with a wireless remote and hydraulic system that ena

New appointment at Arcstream AV

Details: 14 March 2016

UK - Arcstream AV has appointed Peter Giles as business development director. Giles, who has over 15 years' experience of audio and multi-media production around the world, joins the west-London based company at a pivotal point in its history. Arcstream AV has just been appointed sole distributor (UK, Ireland and the Middle East) for poolSystem and propellerplasma - two new display technologies. Giles' role is to develop the market for these and the company's profile as a one-stop, professional and reliable provider of audio-visual technology applications.

Giles's career portfolio includes audio consultant to Massive Attack for the award-winning Nocturne, audio director for the award-wining Stone Forest in China - where he helped build the biggest ambisonic soundfield in the world; and MARS2112 - in New York - where he worked on motion simulator films and rides to create the pla

Barco wins Chinese LED contracts

Details: 14 March 2016

Belgium / China - Following last month's contract win for the LED display installation at Nanjing Olympic Centre, Barco Media & Entertainment has been awarded two more major contracts in Chongqing, China. Barco will install outdoor LED displays for the city's International Convention & Exhibition Centre and also for the Chongqing Dahe Advertising Co.

Barco says the total value of the two Chongqing contracts is approximately 1.5 Million. "I think the signing of these two contracts is a timely reflection of the rapid economic development of the western region in China, which has demonstrated an increased need for high-end facilities associated with the construction of social infrastructure, including large LED displays," says Marco Bruines, vice president Barco Media China.

At the Exhibition Centre, Barco will install an outdoor SLite 14 LED screen, with a total are

JVC 3-in-1 recorder now shipping

Details: 14 March 2016

UK JVC's SR-DVM70EU recorder has three-in-one video recording that incorporates MiniDV, HDD, and DVD and offers a range of professional features. Additional to its triple recording capabilities, the recorder has a 160 GB hard disk that provides high-storage capacity for extended recording times. It also enables mass duplication with high-quality picture and audio.

It is being promoted as is "an ideal tool for quick and easy editing of live programming and recorded DV footage as well as for dubbing, archiving and duplication in a post-production facility or corporate office".

When dubbing, the deck analyses content as it is recorded on the hard disk drive and assigns optimum bit rates to ensure picture quality while calculating disc capacity. In addition, the deck features selectable recording times and data rates depending on the application. Copying of DVD discs can

Barco strengthens A-PAC sales team

Details: 14 March 2016

Belgium - Barco Media & Entertainment has appointed Richard Marples as international sales manager for the Asia Pacific region. Marples will head up the division's Asian sales team, which focuses on servicing Barco's existing Rental Partners in the region as well as further increasing its market-share in the lucrative Asian AV industry.

Marples' career has included 16 years with Phillips Lighting, where he most recently held the position of international account manager. In that role, he was responsible for the reorganization of all existing accounts, in-depth analysis of competitor products as well as the identification of new opportunities for growth. Marples has accumulated a wealth of knowledge and experience in the international AV industry.

Stephan Paridaen, president of Barco Media & Entertainment, stated: "We are very pleased with the addition of Richard to the Ba

5 Star's Solid future

Details: 14 March 2016

UK - Cambridgeshire based 5 Star Cases Limited have recently invested in 3D modelling software by Solid Edge. The Wisbech company, purchased the software from Cutting Edge Solutions Limited of Witney - Oxfordshire, having evaluated various other systems on the market. 5 Star is one of Europe's leading specialist case manufacturers and supplies some of the biggest names in the Entertainment and Audio Visual sectors as well as many blue chip companies including Alstom Energy, Martin Audio, Lighthouse and Rolls Royce.

CES, UK's leading supplier of the renowned Solid Edge from UGS had previously demonstrated the system at a 'Customer Day' back in 2003. Although 5 Star Cases had been using 2D drafting for a number of years, the move to 3D modelling was considered just prior to the demo at UGS.

Works Director Keith Sykes explained "Although three packages were evaluated, Solid

Protec, Dubai

Details: 14 March 2016

UAE - During the PALME exhibition in Dubai, L&SI was invited to visit the premises of Production Technology LLC - better known as Protec. Protec is a world class event production company and the region's largest supplier of sound, lighting, AV, hydraulic and motor control equipment.

The latter elements are a particular area of Protec's strength, as a tour around its facilities reveals. Everywhere are the remnants of large-scale motorized set pieces, waiting to be called upon. There are set pieces purchased from the selling off of the Millennium Dome's contents; there are large, customized, articulated truss sections, huge spheres and steel and aluminium forms of all kinds of construction; it's like a giant's Meccano kit, with lots of bits that you can't get from the shops. There's enormous potential for creativity here.

Protec is owned by Stephen Lakin, the industry veteran wh

Flux brings Cinemaphony to the RAH

Details: 14 March 2016

UK - Production company Flux Events, headed by John Farquhar-Smith, promoted and production managed the recent Cinemaphony performance of Shostakovitch's Seventh Symphony - at the Royal Albert Hall.Shostakovitch's 7th (Leningrad) Symphony in C major was written in 1942, during the terrible siege of Leningrad. The landmark Royal Albert Hall event was staged to commemorate VE Day 1945 and the loss of 26 million Russian Allies in the War. Performed by the 120-piece St Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, conducted by the composer's son, Maxim Shostakovitch, and accompanied by the haunting images of Georgy Paradzhanov's film, it was the brainchild of designer Sergai Davitaya and the Russian Information Agency, Novosti.

Novosti had been impressed by last year's Battleship Potemkin event that Farquhar-Smith produced with the Pet Shop Boys in Trafalgar Square: Flux events was approa

ECT Holy Screens

Details: 14 March 2016

UK - ECT has been appointed by three separate installation companies to provide bespoke projection screens for installations into religious buildings. Each screen has to be large enough for all the audience to benefit, as well as fitting into the unique architecture of the older church. ECT had less than two weeks to technically advise on and manufacture a projection screen, which would fit snugly between two pillars. "Being given the chance to work on a screen suitable for such an atmospheric setting was an interesting challenge!" said Adam Flawn-Thomas, managing director.

One of the solutions used was to suspend the screen on hinges. The whole unit can then be swung into the wall when not required. Project Audio Visual installed another ECT screen into a church, making it the centre backdrop. A remote control unit allowed the screen to be slip quietly out of sight, r

Anthrax and Bullet For My Valentine on stage.

PSL supports Golden Gods

Details: 14 March 2016

UK - When Metal Hammer Magazine held its annual Golden Gods Awards at London's Astoria recently, it was imperative that the stage was lit and dressed in the spirit of thrash metal. With so many logostyles on display, production reinforcement specialists PSL devised a clever means of front projection, using three Digital Projection Lightning 10gv 3-chip DLP projectors, fitted with short-throw lens - in conjunction with High End Systems' Catalyst software. The screen destinations comprised two inner and two outer 25ft by 5ft Trevera long rectangular drapes as the main projection surfaces, flanking a conventional 14ft x 10.5ft front projection screen.

PSL's project manager Mark Solomons worked closely alongside lighting designer, 'Luton' (Pete Hosier) to embellish a stage format he had originally developed with the band Killing Joke. Catalyst V3.3 software was running from a G5 Mac

Lighthouse debuts at Shanghai Film Festival

Details: 14 March 2016

China - Lighthouse Technologies in Hong Kong is supplying two of its indoor screens for the 8th Shanghai International Film Festival being held at the Shanghai Superbrand Mall. The company, in conjunction with Join Merit Media Holdings Limited and GP Batteries, is supporting Stellar Megamedia, a local entertainment and media company that is providing digital film services at this year's event. As such, Lighthouse has supplied one of its giant 4.48 x 3.36m R6 indoor display screens together with its new PopVision LED screen, measuring 1.28 x 0.64m. PopVision made its debut at the recent InfoComm show in Las Vegas.

The two screens will air coverage of film trailers, festival highlights, as well as new digital film content. The R6 will also serve as the main backdrop for the broadcasting of the festival's prestigious movie awards.Offering a 6mm pixel pitch, high definition imaging

Lighthouse debuts screens at IPALS

Details: 14 March 2016

Singapore - For the first time at this year's International Pro-Audio and Lighting Symposium 2005 (iPALs '05 - 22-24 June, Singapore), Lighthouse Technologies is co-hosting its stand with rental partner AV Promotions Ltd, to showcase its revolutionary range of large scale, full-colour video screens developed to meet specialized industry needs.

A highlight of the exhibit will be Lighthouse's R6, 3.2m wide and 2.4m high, 6mm pixel pitch indoor video screen which, the company says, is an attractive, cost-effective option for smaller scale rental applications demanding uncompromising image quality with virtually any source materials, delivering sharp, vibrant viewing capabilities.

The company's line-up at iPALs'05 will also encompass products including the super quiet, versatile Lighthouse R10 LED screen. Constructed as three creative pillar architecture, each measuring 0.64m wide

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