Case Studies
InfoComm 2016 highlights the rise of the systems company
QSC's new conference room solution is just the latest example of a manufacturer offering solutions instead of single products.
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AV-IT
InfoComm 2016: Crestron launches new amplifiers and DSP line
Crestron has introduced a suite of new audio solutions at InfoComm including a line of digital signal processors (DSPs) as well as a selection...
Business
Industry moves: key appointments and partnerships for June
We reveal a selection of key appointments and newly signed partnership deals from across the AV industry for May and June. White Light expands...
Case Studies
Solutions: bespoke Crestron system integrated onboard superyacht
A superyacht offering a super-prime living experience, MY Madame Kate features a high degree of integration, encompassing not just entertainment and environmental controls, but...
AV-IT
Internet of Things: encouraging collaboration
Having previously looked at the massive growth expected across the IoT market, before considering the impact on different sectors within the AV industry, we conclude...
AV-IT
Internet of Things: impact on AV industry
Previously we looked at the massive growth expected in the IoT market and the consequent opportunities, here we consider the different sectors connected devices...
AV-IT
Internet of Things: market developments
With billions of connected devices in operation today and massive growth predicted in the future, the opportunity provided by the IoT market is huge....
Case Studies
Reflex completes AV upgrade of Grade II listed conference venue
Reflex has upgraded the AV systems of Easthampton Park inside and out, to allow the conference venue to better serve the variety of events...
Connectivity
Crestron adds two models to DMPS3 Series presentation systems
Crestron has expanded its line of DigitalMedia 3-Series Presentation Systems (DMPS3) with two new models designed specifically for single-display applications. Designed for a single...
Business
Crestron announces combined EMEA Masters Training event
Crestron’s EMEA Masters Training is to be held on 17-19 May at the Marriott Hotel, Amsterdam with 200 Crestron Master Programmers expected. This year’s...
AV-IT
Network security: benefits of training
Having looked into the impact of AV/IT convergence on network security, and revealed the issues IT departments fear from the integration of AV equipment...
AV-IT
Network security: fear of the unknown
Previously, we looked at the impact AV/IT convergence has had on network security and how integrators and manufacturers in this space now have to...
AV-IT
Network security: AV/IT convergence
Once upon a time, AV security meant little more than providing a Kensington lock on a projector to ensure it couldn’t be stolen. Now,...
Business
Earthworks joins Crestron Integrated Partner Program
Earthworks has joined the Crestron Integrated Partner Program, which enables products from AV, lighting and HVAC to be connected to commercial or residential systems...
AV-IT
AptoVision hires Kennington to spearhead AV over IP drive
Previously the technology manager of DigitalMedia at Crestron, Justin Kennington has been named director of strategic and technical marketing at AV chipset technology company...
ISE Daily
Man-cave to medical sim prizes
The Medical Simulation Centre at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology took away two Crestron Integration Awards in yesterday’s ceremony. Caverion Norge AS...
ISE Daily
New DigitalMedia transmitters from Crestron
Now shipping are Crestron’s all new 4K DigitalMedia Transmitter 202 (DM-TX-4K-202-C) and 4K DigitalMedia Transmitter 302 (DM-TX-4K-302-C), which transmit 4K and HD AV signals...
ISE Daily
Crestron to demo improved workflow with Fusion and Pinpoint
Companies that use Crestron Fusion in their building and the Crestron PinPoint app on iOS or Android smart devices can now benefit from an...
Connectivity
Cabling and connectors: nine of the best
Manufacturers ensure signal transmission across a number of applications with solutions that, in addition to durability, also offer versatility and custom options. Vision offers...
ISE Daily
New Crestron huddle and classroom solution
A new low-cost HDMI switcher and extender pair has recently been announced by Crestron. It addresses the need for a reliable, professional presentation solution...
Case Studies
New stage management system for Europe’s biggest show palace
The stage management system at Europe's biggest and most modern show venue has been updated by Amptown System Company.
Case Studies
Service and support: the role of the manufacturer
Having previously outlined the growing importance of service and support within the AV industry, Ian McMurray looks at the role of the manufacturer in...
Business
Industry moves: key appointments and partnerships for December
We reveal some of the new appointments and key partnership deals from across the AV industry for November/December. Biamp welcomes Bill Nattress as director of...
Case Studies
Control systems: two-level approach
Having previously outlined the emergence of standalone, third-party solutions, here Steve Montgomery looks at the two-level approach being adopted and the wider potential of...
Case Studies
Control systems: third-party solutions
Most devices are now supplied with a smart device control app. But how can users manage several different ones in a single system? We...
People
Interview: Randy Klein, Crestron
Paddy Baker talks to the president and CEO of Crestron Electronics, and finds a technology evangelist with a belief in hard work and leading...
Business
Crestron and Sharp expand partnership to offer meeting room solutions
Crestron has announced it has extended its partnership with Sharp to produce group collaboration solutions combining Crestron RL and Sharp Big Pads.
AV-IT
Hospitality venues: transitioning to 4K
We consider the benefits of implementing the Internet of Things and how far the hospitality sector is from 4K/UHD becoming an installation default across...
Case Studies
Hospitality venues: optimising new technologies
With the average consumer having access to an increasingly formidable inventory of AV on a daily basis, hospitality venues of all kinds have been...
Business
Crestron opens new customer experience centre in southern Germany
Installation last week attended a ceremony held by Crestron to mark the opening its new state-of-the-art customer experience centre in Ulm, Germany.
People
Vincent Bruno to become new CEDIA CEO
CEDIA has announced that industry veteran Vincent Bruno will join the organisation next month as CEO.
Case Studies
Smart homes: how can installers add value?
Previously we considered whether the plethora of consumer technology now available is a threat or an opportunity for the custom install market. Here, Steve...
Case Studies
AV/IT integration: implications for integrators
We look at the implications for AV and IT integrators of greater convergence between the two industries.
Case Studies
AV/IT integration: video over IP
Parts of the industry claim the convergence of AV/IT has already happened; however, it appears not everyone is completely sold, particularly when it comes to...
Technology
4K: Past the tipping point
We look into the near future and ask the industry if and when 4K will become dominant.
Technology
Not all 4K is created equal
In the first part of our feature on the evolution of 4K, we looked at the fast transition it has made in the pro-AV...
Case Studies
Ten of the most notable product launches at InfoComm 2015
Here's our selection of ten of the most notable new products that we encountered at InfoComm 2015 in Orlando.
Connectivity
InfoComm 2015: Crestron demos new multi-format video processors
Crestron has released two new multi-format video processors this week at InfoComm15, demoing at booth 2801.
AV-IT
InfoComm show preview: networking and IP/signal management
In the first part of our InfoComm show preview we looked at the new audio products hitting the showfloor; here we feature the networking...
Business
InstallAwards 2015: Hospitality winners (VIDEO)
For the Hospitality category, sponsored by Crestron, the Best Project Award went to SSE Audio Group, collected by Emma Bigg (pictured), for the invisible...
Business
InstallAwards 2015: Residential winners (VIDEO)
In the Residential category, the Best Project Award was presented to ClearSphere for the Surrey Family Home installation, which utilised Crestron touchpanels. The fully...
AV-IT
White Light opens new multi-purpose studio facility for content creation
White Light, the production solution specialists, is set to open a new studio facility at their Wimbledon premises.