The ever-growing use of personal touchscreen devices is being embraced by the AV industry as tablets simplify room control for both commercial and residential clients, writes Steve Montgomery.

Alcons Audio has extended its Digital Cinema sound system offering with the announcement of the CR3 three-way pro-ribbon cinema system, aimed at medium sized applications.

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Lighting system manufacturer Helvar has signed up as a participant member of the EnOcean Alliance, contributing to its mission of developing energy-harvesting wireless monitoring and control systems for sustainable, green buildings.

‘Shale Voyager’, a 4D theatre experience that explains the process of hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, is being controlled by an Alcorn McBride V4 Pro show controller and 8-channel Digital Binloop HD player.

The completion of a two-year restoration project at Belgium's the Opéra Royal de Wallonie saw the venue reopen at the end of 2012, complete with an L-Acoustic KIVA line array system.

Queensland University of Technology’s innovative digital learning exhibition space includes 48 x 55-inch unlimited touch cell displays.

Designing buildings or structures for broadcast or heavy audio visual (AV) use requires careful consideration. TSL Systems explains why architects should consult with a systems integrator upfront to avoid costly mistakes.

The company has renewed focus on the custom install market with the launch of the fully-integratable home cinema range of audio receivers.

Distributor Invision UK has declared its inaugural Home Technology Showcase “an unprecedented success” following the two-day event at Epsom racecourse on 14 and 15 May.

The ever-growing use of personal touchscreen devices is being embraced by the AV industry as tablets simplify room control for both commercial and residential clients, writes Steve Montgomery.

IP functionality and elaborate matrices are giving rise to a new generation of highly flexible venue communication systems. David Davies matches currently available products to everyday applications, highlighting some of the sector’s latest innovations along the way.