Optoma has launched the all-in-one 4K HD CinemaX P2 ultra-short-throw (UST) laser projector: a next-generation model featuring 3,000 lumens of brightness ($3,299). Using customer feedback from its CinemaX P1, Optoma engineered the CinemaX P2 to deliver 25 percent more contrast and vibrant color performance than its predecessor, delivering a richer color palette and deeper blacks. An Enhanced Gaming Mode makes…
Legrand AV announced that the streaming audio Nuvo P600 DIN Rail Player is available in the U.S. Designed for simple installation in projects incorporating the international DIN rail mounting standard, the P600 provides any room with instant access to endless music options from networked collections or a variety of Internet radio and streaming services and can be simply expanded throughout…
Sony Electronics recently launched the Envision TV AR app as a way to “try before you buy” – meaning that homeowners can preview how a Sony TV will fit into the wall or space that the customer had in in mind for positioning it. With the app, users can now more accurately determine which TV size is perfect for their space…
SAVI Controls, designer and manufacturer of commercial AV control and automation solutions, has announced its participation in the first InfoComm Connected virtual event as a featured panelist on the official show schedule discussing automated displays with key partners LG and Topgolf. Not only is SAVI supporting the first virtual InfoComm event as an exhibitor, the company is an AVIXA AV…
Sound United, parent company of a roster of leading audio brands, announced on June 12 that it has entered into a preliminary letter of intent to acquire Bowers & Wilkins, designer and manufacturer of premium loudspeakers that also markets headphones and other premium audio products. The announcement was followed by a June 13 statement from Bowers & Wilkins, saying that…
In its ongoing mission to bolster professionalism and deliver the industry’s best and most compelling education, CEDIA has announced major advancements in its globally-recognized CEDIA Certification program. Important takeaways include: Launching the new CEDIA Certified Cabling and Infrastructure Technician (CIT) and CEDIA Certified Integrated System Technician (IST) Certifications. Beta testing of the new certification exams will open in the coming…
CEDIA has announced a new training collaboration with the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF). This development aligns with CEDIA’s strategic mission to bolster industry education and standards and provides integrators with unparalleled access to ISF’s renowned video calibration curriculum and certification. CEDIA has worked with ISF Founder and CEDIA Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Joel Silver to create a hybrid version of the ISF…
PSB Speakers is running a promotion in the U.S. and Canada for customers shopping at participating retailers or at the PSB speakers.com web site through July 16 that provides savings of up to 25 percent on the company’s CS1000 and CS500 Universal In-Outdoor Speakers. The models are designed for use indoors, on a patio or poolside. The CS1000 features a…
Sound United’s Denon brand, celebrating its 110th anniversary in 2020, has announced four new X-Series AV receivers, which it is promoting as the industry’s first 8K-ready AVRs. The Denon AVR-X6700H ($2,499), AVR- X4700H ($1,699), AVR-X3700H ($1,199), and AVR-X2700H ($849), to be released starting this month through August, are designed for music reproduction, home theater installation and gaming applications, in addition…
Vanco International LLC, an AV distribution and electronic accessory products manufacturer, introduced two new products for streaming and recording audio and video: the Vanco video recording HD Capture, and the PulseAudio audio recording Audio Capture. Both products were developed as inexpensive, wireless AV options that help streamline virtual working, learning, and entertaining from home. The Vanco HD CaptureThe Vanco HDCAPT1…