InfoComm Asia 2023 - Day 2 Supplement

The hybrid world is here to stay

WHAT A DIFFERENCE SIX MONTHS MAKE.

Since InfoComm SEA concluded its three-day stint at the BITEC, the exhibition has reemerged as InfoComm Asia within the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC).

As the professional audiovisual community continues to advance, it is hard to ignore the role around us that Covid-19 played in reshaping the world we live in. The classrooms, offices, hotels and public spaces of today have been repurposed to cater for the new norms of

remote lifestyles. Working alongside architects and interior designers, technology innovators have played their part in creating blueprints for hybrid classrooms, virtual healthcare and gyms, VR-powered enterprises, AR retail and holographic events.

For the sake of improved efficiencies and cost savings, remote and hybrid working practices are here to stay. As such, InfoComm Asia will continue to promote the technologies that enhance them. The new normal – and the hybrid

worlds we now live in – may have changed the way we live, work and interact, but the human touch takes precedent. Having been dazzled by 30,000-lumen laser projectors, captivated by immersive audio experiences, enlightened during engaging seminars and introduced to innovative new products, last year’s InfoComm SEA participants cited that their greatest takeaway was the in-person experience. Enjoy doing business at the show and the delights of this unique city!

INSIDE

3 Welcome

4 Summit Highlights

14 Product Highlights

24 Floorplan

26 Exhibitor Listings

27 Exhibitor Q&As

A very warm welcome to InfoComm Asia 2023!

In today’s new digital era of doing business, where survival of the fittest means constantly innovating and advancing to drive (rather than keep up with) market trends, InfoComm Asia is increasingly becoming an important nerve centre – for Asia’s Professional Audiovisual (AV) players to convene together to exchange knowledge and ideas as well as for leaders and decision-makers in all industries to resource themselves with the latest and most pertinent knowledge, solutions and collaborators for their organisations.

This year, the 38% larger show floor here at Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre offers you much to explore. From 18 countries, 160 exhibiting companies – like AVCIT, AudioTechnica, BOE, Bose, Christie, Crestron, Danacoid, Harman, Jabra, Kramer, Lenovo, Leyard, MAXHUB, Planar, Philips, Sennheiser, Shure, Unilumin and Vega; including over 40 first-time exhibitors like Asukanet, BARCO, Dahua, Datapath, Emeet, Hikvision, Horion, INFiLED, Novastar, Yealink and Yestech – are ready to demonstrate their solutions.

Our highly regarded educational platforms, the InfoComm Asia Summit and NIXT Summit bring you collectively some 35 sessions over the course of the show. The InfoComm Asia Summit is the pre-eminent learning platform for everything AV, allowing AV professionals to bolster their technical knowledge. The NIXT Summit is designed for strategic and operational decision-makers, providing insights into how industries engage the power of emerging technologies for a sustainable business future, with a special focus on the Education, Retail sectors as well as Enterprise Strategies.

As we lift the curtains to our third in-person show edition, we would like to thank all our partners who are steadfast in their support of InfoComm Asia 2023, including local and regional government agencies, trade bodies and industry media. To each and every one of them, I would like to say thank you.

We have done all the hard work. Now, InfoComm Asia 2023 is yours to reap – right here in one of the world’s most attractive destinations that is Bangkok.

Sincerely,

Richard Tan

Executive Director InfoCommAsia Pte Ltd

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25 May

SUMMIT SCHEDULE 24–26 MAY 2023, BANGKOK, THAILAND

Information is correct at time of print. Organisers reserve the right to make changes to the programme without prior notice.

25 May

NIXT (Next Integrated Experiemental Technology) Summit focuses on the successes and challenges of digital transformation practices in enterprises from across industries in Asia.

NIXT SUMMIT – RETAIL M eeting room 110C

1100–1130

Keynote: Navigating the New Retail Landscape for Sustainable Growth

The immediate future will continue to be defined by uncertainties – war, climate change, inflation, recession and change of working environment. All these factors affect how shoppers want to shop and what they want to buy. How can you navigate the various forms of disruption facing your business to sustain growth in 2023/24 and beyond?

Haryanto Pratantara, business and operation director, PT Kurnia Ciptamoda Gemilang; secretary general, Indonesia Retail & Tenant Association (HIPPINDO)

1130–1220

Panel Discussion: Delivering Seamless, Personalised Experiences to Your Digital-Savvy Customers

• Tailoring to the evolving demands of digital-savvy customers.

• D riving excellent CX from deep within business teams and making it #1 priority in organisations.

• Minimising customer effort and maximising customer value – what is next?

Moderator: Justin Halim, expert partner, APAC marketing and e-commerce practice head, Bain & Company, Singapore

Panellists:

1) Lawrence Loh, digital and omnichannel, Vision Care International, Alcon, Singapore

2) Shankar Viswanathan, former head e-commerce of Asia Pacific Middle East and Africa, Procter & Gamble, Singapore

3) Victor Chin, head of digital experience, IOI Malls, Malaysia

1220–1300

Case Study : Future of E-commerce – Social and Live Commerce

Social and live commerce has emerged as one of the biggest trends reshaping how consumers shop. Now, this dynamic new way of buying is poised for rapid growth worldwide. What is social and live commerce, and how does it disrupt traditional E-commerce’s consumer behaviour and value chain? In this time of rapid evolution, what does success require for your business?

Boning Zhang, senior manager, media, Bain & Company, Singapore

1300–1400

Networking lunch for educators (By invitation only)

Co-organised by association and government partners, the industry forums address the key industry outlooks and showcase the advancement in tech adoptions. Industries covered this year include Education, Museum, Retail, Agriculture, Automation and Robotics and Immersive Sound Systems.

INDUSTRY FORUMS – AGRICULTURE M eeting room 111A

Co-hosted by Land Development Department (this session will be conducted in Thai) Land Development Department was established in 1963 with a role of enhancing agricultural productivity with the use of technology to support smart agriculture. Topic: Digital Technology for Land Development

1400–1430

Opening Remarks and Registration

1430–1500

The Evolution of Geological Information Technology

Explaining geological information technology during each era that the Land Development Department uses to monitor the land, promoting agricultural land use and improving soil problems.

Weera Pathakheenang, expert photographic map scholar, Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, Thailand

1500–1600

Introducing Nong Din Dee AI Chatbot and EASY service

Introducing “Nong Din Dee”, an AI Chatbot and an assistant to the Land Development Department in answering questions and providing land development services with an automated system via Line Application and Facebook Messenger for communicating with farmers, students and interested parties in the digital age and a convenient tool for officials. Farmers will be able to log in and access other services that are connected to the system without having to log in again. Farmers can choose different services and customise their display according to their needs.

Anirut Sriwichian, computer operations academic, Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, Thailand

1600–1700

Introducing Geo-Infographic Map Service System from Soil Database

Introducing the geo-informatic mapping service system from the Soil Data Archive for accessing the Land Development Department’s spatial data, such as soil series data, land use data and land use plan information. The service can obtain information for use in planning agriculture or other research by interested people.

Anirut Sriwichian, computer operations academic, Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, Thailand

INDUSTRY FORUMS – IMMERSIVE SOUND SYSTEM Meeting room 110A

1030–1200

Co-hosted by Institute of Music Science & Engineering (IMSE) and Mahidol University

The institute offers basic and advanced subjects in engineering, science and music, where the students are instructed and guided in lecture and laboratory sessions by the faculty members, who have a rich experience both in theories and industrial practices.

Topic: Know-How About Orchestra Production in Live Sound and Recording Production

Professor Chayut Jessadavaranon, Music Technology at the College of Music, Mahidol University, Thailand

Professor Phonlasit Thinnakorn na ayuthaya, King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL), Thailand

Panel Discussion: Immersive Sound, Film Score, Live Sound, Recording

Moderator: Professor Patcharapon Mongkonsiriswad, Music Technology at the College of Music, Mahidol University, Thailand

Panellists:

1) Sutat Kohkiat, industry specialist; CEO, Mr Team Productions Co Ltd

2) Professor Numpak Sribanditmongkol, Music Technology at the College of Music, Mahidol University, Thailand

25 May

Meeting room 110C

DSS InfoComm Asia looks behind the scenes of digital signage in retail, presenting global trends and drivers, best practices and moderating panel discussions with Asian market leaders and hidden champions. The DSS InfoComm Asia programme revolves around common approaches for brick-and-mortar and e-commerce. Jointly organised by InfoComm Asia and invidis.

1400–1430

invidis Keynote: The Power of Pixels

Covering latest trends, market data and insights into digital signage, DooH and retail technology. The keynote will also include some latest APAC digital signage data.

Florian Rotberg, managing director, invidis consulting GmbH, Germany

1430–1450

Secrets of Success: Retail Digital Signage and Retail Media

Panel discussion with Click Grafix CEO Ahmed Balfaqih (Singapore) and Pierre-Louis Raison, director APAC from M-Cube. Singapore and Malaysia-based Click Grafix is

one of the most established digital signage integrators in the industry. Italy-based M-Cube develops and supplies digital signage solutions to more than 100 global luxury brands. This panel discussion will cover how to create engaging experiences, how to improve sales uplift and how to monetise digital signage screens.

Pierre-Louis Raison, APAC director, M-Cube, Hong Kong

Ahmed Balfaqih, CEO, Click Grafix, Singapore

1450–1520

Power of Content: Leveraging the Potential of Digital Signage

Screens are nothing without immersive and engaging content. Giant Pumpkin is Thailand’s leading full-service digital signage integrator, serving clients from iStudio (Apple) to 7Eleven. Instore digital screens are potential gold mines – Giant Pumpkin enables retailers across Southeast Asia to realise the maximum value of digital screens. The Bangkok- and Singapore-based digital signage agency will present best practices followed by a fireplace talk with conference chair Florian Rotberg.

Sebastian Svensson, managing director, Giant Pumpkin, Thailand

1520–1550

True Digital Park: Immersive Experiences in Bangkok

The extension of True Digital Park in Bangkok is transforming an office and retail complex into a lifestyle destination. The Gen-Z target group of tech and startup enthusiasts expect experience-oriented working and shopping environments. LG and its partners have created a spectacular immersive experience.

Chanuk Song, senior business development manager, LG Electronics, South Korea

1550–1620

Behind the Scenes: Digital Signage Managed Services

Box moving is history, today’s digital signage revolves all around services, smart platforms and remote access. Managed services has become the main business model for integrators, software vendors and even hardware manufacturers. The panel will discuss how managed services are disrupting the digital signage market.

Franck Racape, head of global commercial and vice president EMEA, Philips, France

Florian Bogeschdorfer, CTO, 99Sensors, Germany/Thailand

1620–1650

Seamless Digital Storytelling in Retail

Increasingly consumers switch shopping with the same brands online and in physical stores. Seamless shopping experiences on the web, mobile and instore are challenging for retail architects as well as brands. How brands develop multichannel concepts driving customers to the store will be the topic of this panel discussion.

Ivo Wouters, co-founder, Nexmosphere, Netherlands

Sutat Wichaikhammas, CEO, Athens Communication Company Limited, Thailand

Claude Sabourin, director international business development, Schot Limited, Hong Kong

1650–1710

Digital Signage in Banking and Financial Services

Retail banking branches have transformed from transactional to service and experience. Terranova Telecom from Hong Kong designed, rolled out and operates thousands of digital signage touchpoints for major banking organisations like ICBC and Taifung Bank. We will discuss opportunities, challenges and present/future concepts for digital retail bank experiences.

Ernest Wang, CEO, Terra Nova (ASIA) Co Ltd (Beijing and Hong Kong)

1710–1730

invidis Annual Outlook 2023/24

Asian thought leaders join Florian Bogeschdorfer for the 2023/24 outlook panel. The three industry thought leaders provide insights into the global and Asian retail digital signage market.

Ernest Wang, CEO, Terra Nova (ASIA) Co Ltd (Beijing and Hong Kong)

Sebastian Svensson, managing director, Giant Pumpkin, Thailand

Ahmed Balfaqih, CEO, Click Grafix, Singapore

Raison Pierre-Louis, director APAC, M-Cube, Hong Kong

25 May

So, it became crucial to help these people communicate with one another more efficiently than ever and that is the core of the hybrid meeting. This session will present the latest meeting trends, the best solutions to support these meetings and the successful cases of the companies that have stepped on this mega trend.

Jesse Chung, director (CTS, PMP), Jushin AVT Corp, South Korea

1200–1300

How to Maximise the Potential of the Microphone

Video conferencing is one of the fastest-growing markets. However, audio is the core of video conferencing. The issues that are bothering people the most are not normally from the video end, with issues such as feedback, echo, residual echo, double talk and reflections in the room causing the biggest problems. This session will touch on the following four points:

1. How to eliminate the feedback?

2. How to improve intelligibility with microphones processing?

3. How to improve the double talk performance?

4. W hat does AEC do in a meeting room?

Kane Zhang, CTS-D, vice president and CTO, EZpro International Technology Limited

1400–1450

1500–1630

AVL and Acoustics in Performing Arts Centres and Modern Houses of Worship: The Same but Different

It is common to find a setup so elaborate in today’s modern houses of worship that it blurs the lines between these types of installations and those found in performing arts centres. So where do the similarities end and what are the distinct differences that clearly draw the line between the two? This session looks at the right design solutions for audio, video, stage lighting and acoustics for each respective client.

Robert Soo, founder, Cogent Acoustics, Singapore

The following sessions are for association members only

25 May

Automation and Robotics M eeting room 111C

1430–1700

Co-hosted by Thai Automation and Robotics Association (TARA)

The association consists of Thai business community members who specialise in automation and robotic systems working together to help transform Thailand to Industry 4.0. TARA provides listings of registered Thai systems integrators (SI) and offers training and technical knowledge related to automation and robotics to Thai integrators.

1400–1420

Registration.

1420–1440

Opening speech by the association president.

1440–1530

Annual performance recognition.

1530–1600

Members contributions recognition.

1600–1630

Amendment of the association regulations.

1630–1700

Election of the new board of directors for 2023.

26 May

Education M eeting room 110A

1300–1600

Co-hosted by The Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology (IPST)

IPST is an autonomous agency under the Ministry of Education, responsible for the development and improvement of national curriculum, educational media and tools, and standard and quality assessment at the basic education level. IPST is also tasked with re-training teachers and students, promoting talents and advising science, mathematics and technology education policy.

The drive to raise the level of SMT education in schools under the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration by Science Teachers Association

Mathematics and Technology of Thailand (SMT) in collaboration with the Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology (IPST)

1230–1300

Registration.

1300–1345

Opening speech and special lecture on IPST strategy and raising the quality of SMT schools.

Dr Thiradet Jiarasuksakun, associate professor and director, IPST

1345–1445

Driving quality schools by integrating SMT to develop student performance.

Dr Pornchai Inchai, president of the Science Teachers Association

Mathematics and Technology of Thailand

Ajarn Parichat Puangmanee, director of the Teachers Association

Dr Apisit Thongchai, academician of IPST and assistant secretary of the Teachers Association

1500–1630

Activity – planning in driving the quality school project in Bangkok Area. Groups of participants include:

1. Administrators.

2. S cience teachers.

3. M athematics teachers.

4. Technology teachers.

1630–1645

Closing remarks.

Executives of the Office of Education Bangkok

AV on the network

AV NETWORKING HAS COME A LONG WAY AND IS moving into a mature, stable market. While there are still valid use cases for connector-specific applications like HDMI and XLR, many of the products revealed at ISE eschewed those legacy-style connectors in favour of only RJ-45 or USB-C. But while connecting devices to the network is increasingly approaching plug-and-play functionality, there’s still a lot of planning and consideration needed to run AV over the network successfully. Creating a converged network, with AV and corporate data running side-by-side, was the holy grail back in the day. IT teams often refused to add AV to the corporate network for fear of causing bottlenecks or disruptions. Now, we’re seeing a trend in that direction as AV devices evolve as good network stewards. There’s still a perfectly good use case for separate networks, especially if you’ve got a high level of AV traffic that needs to be managed, and it’s a significant part of your bandwidth.

One of the biggest challenges is the large number of manufacturers and myriad ways they implement networking. A classic fix for the interoperability challenge is the “walled garden” approach. The advantage is that the products work well together, but the disadvantage is that you’re limited to that one brand. If the manufacturer doesn’t have what you need or stops making something you like then you’re stuck, unless you buy new hardware to break out of the walls.

also leave the door open for enough interpretation to cause interoperability issues. An alternate case for interoperability is having a third-party develop a fully supported holistic transport solution. The advantage is

that if something goes wrong with the implementation, there’s a company that supports the platform, has a deep understanding of the technology and wants to help integrators and manufacturers alike.

The point of synchronising audio and video is to time-align what we hear with what we see. The human brain can withstand some mismatch watching people speak or play instruments, but only up to about 200ms before being impacted. Audio and video are often treated as separate streams because they have different processing requirements and are sent to different endpoints. But having separate streams and transport pathways greatly increases the chances of asynchronous AV delivery. An advantage built into Dante AV Ultra products is that they use the network PTP clock to keep the audio and video synchronised on the network, eliminating a large swath of issues. The primary advantage of a converged network is everything runs over the same cable, and you can use fewer software instances to manage the network. You plug in an endpoint and instantly have access to the needed AV resources in addition to getting to files and messaging systems.

Every network, converged or not, requires much planning to succeed. Designers need to draw out the system, note where the switches and the subnet boundaries are, and then consider how they’re going

Audinate’s Brad Price explains why you can’t think about audio networking without considering video

Brad Price

to manage multicast inside the areas of the network using an AV-over-IP system, ensuring there’s enough bandwidth in the trunks (switch-to-switch connections) to prevent a choke point. In a typical bespoke design, the trunk connections are 10Gb or faster, while the downstream connections are 1Gb.

Furthermore, many enterprise-level networks deploy parts on separate subnets to increase security and improve quality of service (QoS). However, it’s almost impossible to maintain synchronisation across subnets. If engineering is on one subnet and the auditorium is on another, passing audio will be complicated at best. Tools like Dante Domain Manager overcome the subnet synchronisation limitation, allowing transmission of synchronised AV across subnets without needing to modify switches or add hardware. It allows Dante networks to use unicast to bridge between subnets and creates synchronised clock domains allowing for one large network. Still, the behaviour is confined to the devices that use AV traffic, so there’s no impact on the rest of the network.

Today’s endpoint connections are primarily 1Gb and, while audio streams are tiny by comparison and require no compression, video is an entirely different story. An uncompressed 4K60 stream with HDR is approximately 35Gb/s, so nearly all networked video is compressed in some fashion. Different applications use different compression codecs, each with pros and cons for implementation and transmission. For real-time applications like live events, manufacturers will use visually lossless codecs like JPEG 2000 to compress the stream and make it bandwidth-friendly for the 1Gb portions of the network, then decompress it at the

output endpoint for display. Dante AV Ultra uses JPEG 2000 for its encoding and decoding – which requires more processing power – but the output is visually flawless.

Streaming codecs like H.26x are often easier to implement and support much higher compression rates but at the risk of introducing visual artefacts. H.26x is great (good enough) for lots of applications since endusers are used to it, and it’s inexpensive to implement because it’s been adopted everywhere for mediumfidelity video. Many video products use that technology, but not because it’s the best for a network. It has much

efficient. Because of this, Audinate introduced Dante AV-H, software designed to run on systems-on-a-chip to give them access to Dante control and management. Converged networks are gaining popularity as AV devices behave more intrinsically like IT endpoints. But creating a converged network and managing it effectively are two separate issues. One of the biggest keys to the success of any large, converged network is how easy it is to manage, so take the time to choose wisely.

www.audinate.com

Kramer refreshes its identity

AV solutions manufacturer Kramer is investing, growing and developing its products and building new partnerships along the way

FOLLOWING THE ACQUISITION BY FORTISSIMO Capital Fund in early 2021, Kramer has undergone a rapid transformation. Enabling intuitive end-to-end audiovisual experiences and technology innovations, the company recently unveiled a refreshed visual identity and brand vision. Today, a rapidly evolving Kramer has emerged that urgently demands a revisit.

40 years of experience

Founded in 1981 to enter the video era with innovative products driven by the professional market, Kramer would gradually solidify its position as an industry leader over the ensuing four decades. Having committed to the development of creative, reliable and value-oriented audio/video signal management solutions, Kramer successfully built a global presence with over 25 offices worldwide. With the growth of digital multimedia and AV technologies, the brand continued to innovate through cloud technologies, AV-over-IP and breakthroughs in wireless presentations, which enabled the company to become a more innovative, fast-moving and forwardthinking market player.

A majority interest in the company was acquired by Fortissimo Capital Fund in early 2021, a well-known private equity and investor in technology companies with a unique hands-on approach. Keeping the brand relevant, this second generation of the business aims to make Kramer more relevant than ever through software,

cloud-based and IT-driven technologies. Recognising that “hybrid” is here to stay, Kramer anticipates that the demand for office working should decrease at the expense of greater demand for smaller WFH and huddle room applications.

A physi-digi world

The advent of this “physi-digi” world has created global demand for platforms that drive immersive productivity, collaboration and connection. Kramer’s vision is to meet this demand by creating technology to power engagement through the world’s most intuitive end-toend audiovisual experiences. By focusing on the alwayson collaborative needs of our new hybrid world, Kramer is pivoting to navigate the intersection of the physical and digital and support stronger end-user engagement than ever before.

Kramer has identified a number of audiovisual trends set to propel the company and wider industry in 2023; an accelerated convergence between AV and IT, the transition from product to experience in the buying journey and a value shift from hardware to software. As an industry leader, the company is not only reacting to these market trends and customer needs but also leading them.

Kramer’s most recent product developments to address these opportunities include an upgraded version of VIA, a wireless collaboration and

any PC or interactive display into a one-click meeting space, and quicklaunch EDU, a similar solution built for the education market. In addition, it is launching a new series of interoperable audiovisual signal management products and the KDS-100, an open-standard 4K60 AVoIP streaming solution. Plus, Kramer CONNECT will introduce an extended portfolio of premium USB-C products, and an inaugural range of services like space design, installation and technical certification is also being unveiled to support Kramer partners.

Strong leadership

In February 2021, Kramer’s CEO Gilad Yron announced the establishment of a regional model for the Americas, EMEA and APAC to get closer to customers and build a strong global partner network. The company also opened an R&D centre in Noida, India, in November 2022 to support its global expansion and strategic investment in new software products and solutions. “This is an instrumental element in building a scalable organisation that, as we shift our centre of gravity towards the customer and have senior executives in the regions where our customers are, will deepen our market intimacy and increase our responsiveness to customer needs,” explains Yron.

Marc Rémond

L–R: Kramer’s area sales director, Northeast Asia, Yoon Chul Kang signs a distribution deal in Korea with Kyusung Chae, CEO of JCS

With almost 25 years of experience in the IT and communications industry, Marc Rémond now holds the role of Kramer APAC president after key positions at both Barco and Poly. The international business executive and entrepreneur possesses extensive knowledge in the AV and collaboration field and, given the latest portfolio of products to emerge from Kramer, Rémond’s expertise is playing a pivotal role as APAC channel partnerships are currently being forged.

Successful partnerships

While many brands strive to tie in customers, Kramer has an open ecosystem approach, meaning that all its

approach that is costly and less environmentally friendly. And as part of the company’s “open garden” approach to maximise value and flexibility for its customers, Kramer partners with leading innovators to accelerate the integration of advanced technologies in its products. To date, Jabra, Logitech, Netgear, Samsung, Sennheiser, Sony and Yealink have partnered with Kramer to provide complementary solutions with interoperability and a joint value proposition. Similarly, partner distributors have become an important part of Kramer’s new strategy. Rémond and his regional team are currently focused on creating a more efficient and scale go-to-market (GTM) model throughout the region. Focused on improving the competence and

training and servicing in addition to building sales networks of systems integrators, dealers, consultants, retailers and end users. A global partnership has also been agreed upon with Vega Global, whereby Kramer has granted the leading AV and IT communications business authorisation to design, install and support the entire Kramer solutions portfolio.

Powering real, human connections

Ultimately, Kramer’s new shoots appear to be growing exponentially with each additional manufacturer collaboration, distribution agreement and product development announced. Today, the company is investing,

Kramer has partnered with Versatech in the Philippines; Versatech president Stephen Yu (left) with Marc Rémond

Failsafe developments for Aetria

REINFORCING SYSTEM resiliency, broadening scope for KVM control in addition to offering secure mobile device control, Datapath has added several major developments to its Aetria solution.

Engineered specifically for critical 24/7 applications, the Aetria solution draws design, control and management of control room video within a single interface. To provide complete system resiliency, Aetria now supports automatic failover for the central network manager appliance. A secondary network manager is configured as a hot-standby, which is automatically invoked if the primary appliance fails.

Configuration, management and monitoring of both network manager appliances are performed in the centralised Aetria Command Center interface, where manual switchovers can also be invoked if required.

Furthermore, operations of the platform can be conducted from a phone, tablet or mobile device touchscreen. With Datapath’s secure user rights management applied, any pre-saved layout can be remotely loaded onto any connected videowall.

Aetria Workstation now supports direct monitoring and control of Arqa sources. Integration with Datapath’s Arqa AVoIP solution enables hardware-based access to multiple remote sources in Aetria. To enable this, an Arqa receiver is connected to a capture card in the workstation PC, after which Arqa sources are made available for viewing and KVM control from within the Aetria Workstation interface. KVM switching is performed automatically as the operator requests a specific source.

Visit Datapath on booth M10

Shure brings new flagship to Microflex Advance

for AV conferencing across room types such as executive boardrooms, education classrooms, corporate and government meeting spaces. Two form factors (Square and Round) support design integration.

SHURE HAS added a new flagship ceiling mic array to its series of Microflex Advance networked array microphones. Describing its launch as ushering in a new era, the MXA920 features Automatic Coverage technology that provides pre-configured audio capture with minimal setup and also employs Next Generation Array Architecture for enhanced directional pickup and more natural speech. Plus, the onboard IntelliMix DSP delivers noise and echofree performance as well as audio clarity and intelligibility

The MXA920 is certified for Microsoft Teams when used with the IntelliMix P300 DSP and Microflex MXN5C networked loudspeaker. Available models include Square (white only) or Round (white, black or aluminium) options that are all paintable to match the room’s décor. Mounting options for in-ceiling, on-ceiling, pole or wire rope configurations make it possible to integrate the MXA920 into formal conference rooms or modern spaces where architecture makes a statement.

Shure will also be exhibiting its Stem Ecosystem, said to give “the freedom to create, manage and scale

All-in-one conferencing

DANACOID’S LED All In One is a LED conference screen based on the concept that simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. The screen integrates the advantages of being an intelligent system and a distributed system together. It’s been designed to be easy to use and operate intelligently. Users not only benefit from a large visual experience but it also makes meetings simpler, more vivid and more efficient to run.

The screen is suitable for a variety of conference functions, such AV conferencing, remote collaboration, document screen projection and

open discussion. It is said to break through the physical space constraints of old-style meetings and makes team collaboration more efficient. Other applications include traditional multimedia conference rooms, displays (including LED, LCD, projector/projection, screens, auxiliary, TV, etc.), videoconferencing, whiteboard, writing, conference sound reinforcement, central control system and control panels.

Visit Danacoid on booth H04

your collaboration space audio for an effortless experience in any room”. Stem Wall is equipped with 15 microphones to make sure everybody has a voice. Stem Table is equipped with nine microphones that perform beamforming and a downward-facing speaker. Stem Ceiling is a 100-microphone ceiling array that comes with two mounting options (low profile or chandelier mode) and three-beam options. Stem Speaker is a PoE+ powered external speaker with three mounting options and a powerful driver for exceptional sound in any meeting room. Each device will connect to a local network and work together so that no spot in the room is left uncovered. Stem Hub enables multiple units in the room to communicate with each other to function as an ecosystem and comes with USB Type B, Ethernet, Dante, VoIP connectivity and pluggable terminal blocks. Finally, Stem Control is a dedicated touch controller that connects to the network with a single Ethernet connection. Control allows users to access the Stem ecosystem platform and can be used as an in-meeting controller with popular videoconferencing platforms.

MXA920

Simplicity at its best

Challenging environments demand greater control. Pushing the limits of reliable performance, our complete video wall control solutions manage control room applications at any size, whether monitoring traffic, process control or security surveillance.

We make life easier for system integrators whilst enabling control room operators to focus on their core objectives.

Engineering the world's best visual solutions.

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Powersoft launches cloud-based amplifier platform

UNICA IS Powersoft’s third-generation fixed-install amplifier platform. In Italian, UNICA means both Unique and Single, and this is what the manufacturer hopes the platform will bring to the audio industry: a unique and single new-generation amplifier series that is versatile enough to cover a wide range of applications, while at the same time delivering high-quality audio, reliability and efficiency. The platform has also been designed to deliver consistency across the entire family range of Powersoft amplifiers.

The UNICA range comprises three four-channel (UNICA 9K4, 12K4 and 16K4, with 9,000W, 12,000W and 16,000W respectively) and three eight-channel models (UNICA 2K8, 4K8 and 8K8, with 2,000W, 4,000W and 8,000W). In conjunction with Universo, Powersoft’s cloudbased platform, UNICA offers cloud-native connectivity and remote monitoring functions without the need for specific product registration or configuration. Cloud integration allows for the storing and sharing of projects online, keeping the amplifier’s firmware up to date, or simple integration in third-party systems through APIs.

UNICA’s power supply section has been designed to result in less power dispersed through wasted heat. The latest generation of single-stage power factor correction (PFC) and system-on-chip technology processing grant low power

Smart Rails Management (SRM) allows the supply rails to adapt in real time to the required output voltage to maximise efficiency and reduce idle losses. An Eco Mode reduces consumption when engaged, resulting in cooler racks and reductions in long-time running costs.

UNICA’s architecture allows high-quality amplification through newly designed input and output sections, reportedly boasting the highest signal-to-noise ratio on any Powersoft amplifier. Based on the latest system-on-a-chip technology, the DSP section is operable even when only PoE+ power is available, simplifying deployment and preconfiguration operations.

In addition, because each UNICA amplifier is able to automatically archive backups on a flash memory drive situated on the rear panel, users can easily replace a faulty unit with a new one in a matter of minutes, without any configuration or product knowledge. Networking is achieved through three Ethernet ports, allowing both AoIP and control

Sharing developed for the output section, with each output channel capable of delivering up to twice the power when loaded asymmetrically.

Sennheiser unveils TCC M for mid-sized spaces

correct colour convergence imperfections and individually adjust red, green and blue via remote.

Available in a range of five pixel pitches (0.9mm, 1.2mm, 1.5mm, 1.8mm and 2.5mm), the Core Series II LED videowall tiles offer ease of installation for videowalls of any scale. Weighing 6.5kg each, the new tiles are 23% lighter than the original Core Series tiles. Featuring a slimmer 38mm depth form factor together with an ADAcompliant, direct-mounting structure and concealed cabling, Core Series II videowalls are designed to be easier to install and completely front serviceable. Core Series II produces vivid, clear and detailed images that are 33% brighter than its predecessor, at 800 nits calibrated brightness.

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Atlona expands videoconferencing solutions

horizontal field of view for coverage of compact spaces such as huddle rooms. The camera’s 1/2.8-inch CMOS sensor preserves fine detail and

responsiveness for support issues.

SP100 speakerphone and Atlona’s Omega Series of switching, extension and video processing solutions.

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Bose goes to Work

ENCOMPASSING A range of products and solutions specifically designed to provide simplicity and sound clarity in productive workday environments, Bose Professional will display Bose Work. The portfolio includes the Bose Videobar conference device, the 700 UC noise cancelling headphones and a selection of ControlSpace EX components. From desktop and mobile conferencing products to allin-one huddle space devices and fully integrated meeting room systems, the underlying ethos of Bose Work is to deliver consistent, premium performances, making interactions more natural and productive while helping people to feel more connected and engaged.

Bose Work conferencing products integrate with existing platforms, enhancing third-party cloud services including Microsoft Teams, Google Hangouts Meet, Zoom and others. The Bose Videobar VB1 simplifies huddle spaces, making it easier for teams to work together with the effect that they are working in the same room. The Videobar VB1’s automatic beam-steering microphones are said to actively focus on voices in the space and reject noise, while the Bose proprietary transducers produce full-range audio. A 4K ultra-HD camera is integrated into the chassis to transmit clear video transmission.

The Bose 700 UC headphones are being targeted to enhance collaboration among remote workers. With the ability to toggle between conversation, voice/video calls and music, the headphones incorporate an adaptive eight-microphone system to transform any space into a meeting place. Using four of the microphones that actively identify and reject noise, important details can be understood as the user’s voice has been isolated.

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INFiLED updates QM Series

THE WK Series is INFiLED’s fine pixel pitch, ultra-thin, high-resolution digital LED display, specially designed for indoor fixed installations which is said to provide superior heat dissipation and neat internal circuits. An updated version of the QM Series, the WK displays come with a panel ratio of 16:9, a high refresh rate and high grayscale. The size of each cabinet is 600mm x 337.5mm, reportedly making 2K, 4K and 8K resolution displays easy to set up. The weight of each WK cabinet is less than 5kg. This series is most suited for wall-mounted installations in various commercial display fields, such as command and control centres and conference applications. Features include rapid cooling in the central control, resulting in improved cooling efficiency and a longer lifespan of the display. The cabinet has an edge thickness of less than 30mm, while the combined thickness is only 37mm when mounted with a slimline floating bracket.

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BY BRINGING a version of the e-ink technology that made the Kindle famous into the world of digital signage, PPDS has unveiled the industry’s first “zero power” outdoor display. The Philips Tableaux is an advanced colour ePaper (ACeP) device capable of 24/7 operation while running entirely unplugged. Power is only required when switching images. The Tableaux is intended for use as digital signage for sectors looking to digitise their paper-based signage. Ideal applications include delivering messaging such as store opening hours, timetables and menus, or promotions and offers.

Available in 25-inch 16:9 and 28-inch 32:9 stretched variants, the Tableaux is capable of displaying 60,000 colours. Furthermore, the screens are reportedly light enough to be moved around easily when required. Content updates can be managed manually, or remotely using PPDS’s in-house or third-party professional display control and management platforms.

Visit PPDS on booth F01

AMX delivers costeffective encoders and decoders

WITH THE addition of the SVSI N2600 4:4:4 encoders and decoders, AMX has strengthened its 4K60 Series portfolio. Designed for higher education, corporate, casinos, hospitality, government and streaming applications, the N2600 models feature a low-latency 4K60 4:4:4 MWC codec for transmitting both live video and detailed content. They also feature transport of full-bandwidth USB 2.0 signals between encoders and decoders, video preview images viewable from the built-in web interface or touch panel and support for high-security networks. Available in wall plate form factors in both US and UK/EU styles, the N2600 wall plate encoders include both an HDMI input and a USB-C input that supports both video and USB 2.0. In addition to the 4K60 4:4:4 MWC stream, standalone box and card models with the “S” designation further support a low-bandwidth 1080p H.264 stream. Compatible with third-party devices and networks, these encoder models can simultaneously encode both MWC and

Bose Work

VITEC highlights its Avedia IPTV and digital signage platform

VITEC WILL be displaying its Avedia Smart Control app which introduces the ability to view all IPTV endpoints, including media players and SmartTVs, in a new floorplan view. Users can upload a floorplan image of their venue and view all devices in situ. Particularly useful when on the move around a venue, building or campus, users can identify a device location on the floorplan and make changes to content, including digital signage, on the fly.

The Avedia Workflows app interface has gained new functionality, with an intuitive, customisable interface for quickly triggering multiple workflows. For example, in a multi-use stadium environment that hosts sports, conferences and live music events, users can create a Trigger Deck with different cards that trigger a previously created workflow. This enables users to publish specific content for each event at a push of a button, in a user-friendly graphical interface.

The manufacturer will also reveal a first look at its new and improved content creation interfaces

Keeping networking in the family

AUDAC HAS launched what it describes as “the biggest project in the brand’s long history”. The new Atellio family focuses on four major pillars: the Luna series audio matrix processors, the NCP series networked control panels, the NWP series networked wall panels and the NPM series networked paging microphones. At the

for ArtioSign (digital signage) and ArtioView (interactive IPTV portal) applications. Using cuttingedge technologies, and with a focus on the user experience, the refreshed interfaces include a host of new features aimed at making the creation of signage and portals more intuitive and easier than ever.

Visitors will also be able to take a look at VITEC’s wayfinding solution, which provides turn-by-turn route mapping for a variety of environments that can be complex to navigate, for example, a multistorey corporate or healthcare building with multiple departments. The new content creation interface is used to create the routes, adding points of interest –such as stairs, restrooms and parking – with simple click-and-drag. End users interact with the wayfinding solution via touchscreen kiosks. All three of these solutions will be on display for visitors to explore in

Kramer saves costs with minimal bandwidth

rotary encoder and is compatible with most TCP-IP-supported AV equipment. The NWP222 is a networked audio in- and output panel with two XLR inputs and outputs, integrated Bluetooth receiver, four-channel Dante/AES67, internal mixing and DSP processing.

The four-channel Dante/AES67 NWP220, NWP300, NWP320 and NWP400 networked audio input panels all have an integrated Bluetooth receiver, internal mixing and DSP processing. The NWP220 comes with two XLR inputs, the NWP300 with a 3.5mm jack, the NWP320 with a 3.5mm jack and two XLR inputs, and the NWP400 with a front USB type-C port.

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minimal bandwidth means it can be deployed over existing infrastructure, reportedly saving costs for both end users and integrators.

With VIA 4.0, the manufacturer has launched the fourth generation of its VIA wireless content collaboration platform. The new design has been developed so that joining a meeting and sharing content wirelessly are quick and effortless. Participants are connected through the secured VIA hotspot and other collaboration devices, and, when the session ends, the presenter and presented content are automatically disconnected, ensuring data privacy and security.

Finally, the CONNECT USB-C range now features passive, active and AOC (hybrid) cables up to 50m long, offering long-distance transmission of 4K60 video and 10Gbps data, 60W charging and Ethernet over USB-C. The range is available in a versatile array of subsets, with flexible toolsets enabling users to connect any setup and blend of devices, at any distance, and only pay for what they need. Meanwhile, the Kramer K-Lock keeps all CONNECT USB-C cables firmly connected, minimising the effects of prolonged tensile forces and resisting 4x pulling force to prevent accidental disconnection.

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The Atellio family

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Leyard MG series fine pitch LED display

THE MG series is the new-generation fine pitch solution with front/rear access functionality, and comes with 0.9mm, 1.17mm, 1.25mm, 1.56mm, 1.87mm and 2.5mm pixel pitch options. By using the manufacturer’s many years of experience in fine pitch LED display technology and by adopting a minimalist concept, Leyard believes that the MG series achieves a high-quality visual performance at a relatively low cost. The appearance of the MG series has been carefully designed. The key components are integrated into the compact shape, with heat dissipation said to be guaranteed. A function diagnostic button and status indicators could also be found on the panel. The MG series comes with a signal loop feature, plus optional default, power and signal redundancy. Customisable rightangle splicing and concave splicing are also available. The displays are suitable for a range of applications in broadcast, showroom, control room and conference room setups. The LV series of rental LED displays is suitable for conferences, stage and variety shows, product presentations and exhibitions. Using the latest LED display technologies with motion capture sensors and cutting-edge software, the solution brings content to life for a wide range of applications, including broadcast studios, visualisation of volumetric data for analysis or exploring virtual worlds for collaborative game play. Features include a high-quality, die-cast aluminium cabinet, ultra precision CNC (<0.05mm) and a special protective design which can prevent LED damage caused by an unexpected impact.

profile for the light, thin structure of the cabinet. The high brightness outdoor displays reportedly ensure vivid and clear images, even in bright sunlight, and are suitable for both day and nighttime use. The screens provide

brightness, with two models measuring 4,500 nits. All screens have a 3,840Hz refresh rate.

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Audio-Technica launches Engineered Sound Wireless

DESIGNED FOR simple operation, Audio-Technica has launched the ESW (Engineered Sound Wireless) DECT system for video- and web-conferencing applications. The system consists of the ESW-R4180DAN eight-channel Dante-enabled receiver and a choice of four transmitters in the form of the ESW-T4101 bodypack with built-in microphone, ESW-T4102/C510 handheld, ESW-T4106 boundary mic and ESW-T4107 desk stand.

HIGHLIGHTS

Martin’s ELP PAR IP heads outside

BRINGING LIGHT into the great outdoors, Martin’s ELP PAR IP static LED wash

open-white/adjustable-zoom settings to confirm projection and focus. Both lights feature a low-noise theatre mode, which operates at 33dB.

LYNX TECHNIK has unveiled a new AV sync feature for its greenMachine testor. greenMachine testor is the company’s flagship multi-format test signal generator, a 4K/UHD and quad-channel 3G-SDI device that produces different types of signals and frequencies for a variety of in-studio and in-the-field purposes such as testing and troubleshooting.

The new AV Sync Analyzer feature complements the Sync Generator feature currently available for greenMachine testor. Together, the AV Sync Analyzer and Sync Generator are said

addition, AES256 encryption support comes as standard, providing superior security.

The ESW-T4101 bodypack transmitter combines a built-in microphone, a transmitter neck strap, sweat-resistant cH-type connectors and two built-in antennas. Compatible with a wide array of interchangeable Audio-Technica wireless capsules, the ESW-T4102/C510 handheld is equipped with a cardioid dynamic capsule and a slideto-mute switch. Equipped with a two-state RGB LED mute status indicator and a USB-C connection, the ESW-T4106 boundary can transmit omnidirectional or unidirectional polar patterns, even while charging. Finally, the ESW-T4107 desk stand transmitter is compatible with the ES925 gooseneck series and features a two-state RGB LED mute status indicator and a selectable mute operation.

The four transmitters incorporate lithium-ion batteries for all-day operation on a single charge. Two charging options are available, in the form of the ESW-CHG4 two-bay bodypack and handheld charging station together with the ESW-CHG5 four-bay desk stand and boundary charging station. The charge stations provide full power recharge in two hours and the stations are connected by an AC adaptor and Cat5e cable.

The Japanese brand is also showcasing the ATUC-50 Digital Discussion System lineup including Delegate Units (ATUC-50DU and ATUC-50IU) with the Control Unit (CU). Featuring easy-to-use, plug-and-play functionality and the choice of a wired or wireless system, the ATUC-50 and ATUC-IR Digital Discussion Systems are said to offer reliable, clear and intelligible communication to significantly increase meeting efficiency and effectiveness. The systems provide 24-bit/48kHz uncompressed digital audio for natural-sounding voice reproduction, together with a 12-band feedback suppressor that enables higher volume levels.

Visit Audio-Technica on booth J09

and audio data are not always correctly in-sync, the AV Sync Analyzer measures and verifies audio and video timing and delays, which allows operators to identify mismatched AV timing and verifies whether audio channels have been swapped.

Up to four signal chains can be measured at the same time, with measurement results shown within LYNX Technik’s centralised software solution, LynxCentraal. In addition, the measurement results can be overlayed on the incoming measured signal and routed out of greenMachine’s SDI output for external monitoring. This new feature is free to all existing greenMachine testor users.

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ADDASOUND D16

+45 72 628628 info@addasound.dk www.addasound.com

ARTHUR HOLM G07

+34 93 8502376 marketing@arthurholm.com www.arthurholm.com

ASTOUCH L15

+86 755 32863168 sales@astouch.net www.astouchlcd.com

ASUKANET G09

+81 82 2256603 info@aska3d.com aska3d.com

ATLONA – A PANDUIT COMPANY H09

+65 6305 7575 kurt.loh@panduit.com www.atlona.com

AVERMEDIA TECHNOLOGIES INC B18

+886 2 22263630 zora.hung@avermedia.com www.avermedia.com

AVIXA K17

+1 703 2737200 membership@avixa.org www.avixa.org

AVPRO GLOBAL APAC J15 +61 07 55617530 sales@avdistributors.com.au www.avproglobal.com

BARCO D08 +65 62437610 barcoapacmarketing@barco.com www.barco.com

BIAMP D12

+1 503 7189129 contact@biamp.com www.biamp.com

BLUEJEANS BY VERIZON K15 + 1 877 2924418 bluejeansapac@bluejeans.com www.bluejeans.com

AUDAC J21

+32 11 275560 info@audac.eu www.audac.eu

AUDIO-TECHNICA J09

+65 67495686 marketing@audio-technica.com.sg sea.audio-technica.com

AV-LEADER CORPORATION G15

+886 2 29080859 sales@avleader.com.tw www.avleader.com.tw

AVCIT TECHNOLOGY E04

+86 208 9301789 #817 don@avcit.com www.avcit.com

AVER INFORMATION F07

+886 2 22698535 marcom@aver.com www.aver.com

BOE TECHOLOGY G10 +62 212521823 gb@boe.com.cn www.boe.com/en/Indonesia

CHAINZONE H11 +86 198 79229327 sales@chainzone.com en.chainzone.global-marketing.cn

CHANSTEK H16 +86 757 88554276 chanstekrainzou@126.com www.chanstek.com

CHRISTIE DIGITAL SYSTEMS G04

+65 9635 4582

jason.yeo@christiedigital.com www.christiedigital.com

CRESTRON C07 +65 69321020 clientrelationsasia@crestron.com www.crestron.com

CYBER WORLD C17 +852 37912112 info@cyberworld.hk www.cyberworld.hk

CYPRESS TECHNOLOGY C18 +886 2 22269586 marketing@cypress.com.tw www.cypress.com.tw/en/Home/Index

DAHUA B01 +66 2 5415188 info.th@dahuatech.com www.dahuasecurity.com

BOSE PROFESSIONAL F13

+65 65134859

bose_professional_sead@ bose.com www.boseprofessional.com

BROADCAST TECHNOLOGY LIMITED H26

+852 27660990 btl@btl.com.hk www.btl.com.hk

CAYIN TECHNOLOGY G17 +886 2 25951005 press@cayintech.com www.cayintech.com

DANACOID H04 +86 021 6466163 marketing@danacoid.com www.danacoid.com

DATAPATH M10

+44 (0)1332 294441

sales@datapath.co.uk

www.datapath.co.uk

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What is the focus at this year’s exhibition?

At PPDS, we make a difference to our customers globally by bringing total solutions – Philips professional display products facilitated by our Android SoC, our PPDS Wave remote display management ecosystem and by our amazing network of partners. Partnership is also very important for us at PPDS and exhibitions are a great place for us to make those connections. So, as well as showcasing our full line-up of displays, including the award-winning, zero power Philips Tableaux Advanced Colour ePaper – our theme is Open2 –Open technology that is Open to you. And visiting our stand, you will find that it is incredibly open and inviting – with us, there are no barriers.

Why should a visitor come to your booth?

Everyone is welcome on the Philips booth, where visitors will find our full product line-up displayed – LED, digital signage, ePaper, interactive, videowalls and professional TVs – as well as solutions that have been selected, specific to industries, to inspire and offer new opportunities. Retail,

Martijn van der Woude, PPDS Booth F01

corporate and control rooms. Education, hospitality and food and beverage (including our café and relaxing “outdoor” zone) are all included, and we are looking forward to having many open discussions about working together.

What has been the greatest breakthrough in audio, video or lighting over the past decade?

Breakthroughs are happening all the time and, as priorities change and technologies advance, new barriers are continually broken. As a part of the largest display manufacturer globally, we are in a strong position to bring new technologies to market at the right time for our customers. Across the whole industry, dvLED definitely continues to make changes to the products that make a difference in the professional display world, and we will all continue to see this advance, with finer pixel pitches and better price points.

For us, at the moment, though, our Philips Tableaux is a true game-changer – offering a full colour, sustainable substitute for paper posters and POS and digital displays

showing static content that doesn’t need to be refreshed regularly. It doesn’t use a single watt of power while showing an image, and only very minimal power is needed to change the content. So, with the whole world taking more care of the environment and with a keen eye on energy consumption, that is a big breakthrough, creating a whole new display category for a more sustainable future of our industry.

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I’m not a great fan of acronyms, but I guess RDM – Remote Display Management – is creating a buzz at PPDS at the moment as our PPDS Wave ecosystem continues to advance. Officially launched at ISE in Barcelona, Wave is bringing real business benefits both for our system integration partners and for end customers. The results of RDM speak for themselves … easy to integrate, manage, control and support display fleets, saving time, money and environmental impact. And visitors to the Philips booth can see and play with PPDS Wave for themselves in our dedicated zone.

DATUMSTRUCT H15

+65 67490206

sales-cfs@datumstruct.com www.datumstruct-cfs.com

DIGITRA CO LTD J13

+66 8 9925 6121

prakarn@digitra.co.th www.digitra.co.th

DONGGUAN CHUMEI ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY CO LTD M12 +86 135 44214695 mark@cm-cunnei.com www.cm-cunnei.com

DSPPA E15

+66 2 9440035 confide@confide.co.th www.confide.co.th

EACOME ELECTRONICS CO LTD A17 +86 755 86223352 sales@eacome.com www.eacome.com

GIADA G16

+86 755 33300336

giadamarketing@giadatech.com www.giadatech.com

GOLDENDUCK INTERNATIONAL A10 +66 2 8878807 contact@goldenduckgroup.com www.goldenduckgroup.com

HARMAN K01 +65 68355000 hpro.apac@harman.com pro.harman.com

HDFOCUS K11 +86 755 85204829 info@hd-focus.com www.hd-focus.com

HIKVISION D01 +66 2 2759949 sales.thailand@hikvision.com www.hikvision.com/th

HNKJ LAB D21 +86 188 17692830 andy@davwing.com www.davwing.com

HORION INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY K08 +86 755 36699620 sales@horion.com global.horion.com

HTI TECHNOLOGY CO LTD J25 +86 185 65693275 wulihui@sz-hotelligent.com www.sz-hotelligent.com/en-us

IBOARD A13 +86 755 86001808 osd19@touch-easy.com www.touch-easy.com

ICE LED E07 +66 863775556 pc.iceled@hotmail.com www.ice-led.com

JinFu Chen, Audio-Technica Booth J09

What’s your focus at this year’s exhibition?

For this year’s InfoComm, we are focusing a lot more on the future of work. In the past few years, work has been at home. But now everybody is experiencing a hybrid setup –you can go back to office, or you can work at home. So, are we ready for that? How can we make it more immersive and how can audio – which has been very important in Covid times – be more immersive for everybody? How can we work better and improve on communications with all the different new technologies that are coming up. So, for InfoComm, we will be doing a lot more technology sharing and we will also be having panel discussions with some of the top people in the industry looking at what work will be like in the future and how systems integrators or leaders should blend the future of work.

What aspects of your business have changed since you last exhibited in 2019?

Everything has become more immersive. Audio is now more important for everybody. In the past, we have always been focused on video but when Covid hit we realised how important it is to get everybody heard properly when you’re streaming your voice. How can you hear everybody without having feedback? How can you make things work in terms of different workspaces when you’re not in the same room? Hearing is just as important now as seeing. We

have the BP3600 immersive capsule microphone that we developed for the Winter and Summer Games and Moto GP. We are also using it for movie projects which have asked for immersive audio. Audio-Technica has been doing a lot of work with trying to make things easier for engineers and content creators.

Why should a visitor come to your booth?

We will have some interesting panel discussions and live showcases of some new technologies. We’ll be showcasing Microsoft Teams room setups that could be ideal for your business or if you’re an integrator, we can showcase how this can be part of your integration.

Does the demo make the sale?

You want to see the product and feel it and make sure it fits in with your plan before you buy it. In Southeast Asia, lots of people like to try the product before they buy it because they need to be accountable for their decision.

What’s been the biggest breakthrough in audio in the last decade?

I think it’s networking such as Dante. We’ve been using XLR cables for a long time, but digitisation has been happening. Manufacturers are using RJ45 cables to transmit audio through Dante and that has been something that’s been

developing for audio and is likely to become the norm in the future but, as AV meets IT, a lot of people are trying to make everything even more seamless so you’re going to see a lot more products having just a Cat5 cable to connect everything through your system and Dante is doing that right now. We’ll be seeing more networking solutions and more AI being implemented. We need to be smarter – to make sure there’s no ChatGPT to replace us. In fact, we need to be the next ChatGPT – we need to anticipate what is going to happen, which is what all the smart DSPs and smart microphones are doing – anticipating whether there’s a voice or a noise – so we are moving forwards in ways that are far beyond what we could in the past. It’s going to be fun.

What your favourite Thai meal?

It’s fried basil with pork or chicken. It has a spiciness, but it’s savoury and very nice.

What aspects of Bangkok do you most enjoy?

The people are very friendly, they are nice and genuine, and they laugh and they smile – it’s the land of smiles! They are cheerful and you really feel it. They have such a lovely culture in the music and a lot of pride in the things that they do. We must learn from Bangkok and Thailand – their love for their culture, but they’re also embracing modernisation with all the skyscrapers.

Jonathan Liu, Leyard Booth C04

What’s changed in the last six months? The market is getting more active and clients are looking to purchase new equipment for their business and develop the market.

What are your expectations now this has evolved into an Asia-focused show? We expect InfoComm Asia will have a wider influence in Asia, like ISE has in Europe, and can attract more visitors from other countries.

IDMA CC A15

+86 139 01664169 manager@idma.cc www.idma.cc

INAVATE M17

+65 93883072 rebecca@imlgroup.asia www.inavateapac.com

INCEPTTECH B13

+66 876869643 info@incepttech.co.th www.incepttech.co.th

INFILED ELECTRONICS B10

+86 755 33686699 info@infiled.com www.infiled.com

IQBOARD A01

+86 591 38202660 info@qnextech.com www.qnextech.com

ISMART VIDEO J27

+86 571 88487727 wupp@chingan.com www.ismart-video.com

JABRA E10

+65 91453597 welee@jabra.com www.jabra.com

What’s the focus on your booth for this year’s show?

As a leader in the LED display industry, we will bring our Black Diamond series with cutting-edge technology which we believe can bring unbelievable results to clients, with 1,200–1,500 nits of brightness but lower power consumption and a 20,000:1 contrast ratio. We will also show some other new technologies that are currently leading the way in the LED display industry.

JECTOR DIGITAL F08

+886 2 82273311 sale@jectordigital.com www.jectordigital.com/en/index.php

KATO D15

+86 755 89585066 info@katovision.com www.katovid.com

KENSENCE (SHENZHEN) TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CO LTD H17

+86 755 27802825 web@kensence.com www.kensence.net

KRAMER H18

+65 62744474 infoasia@kramerav.com www.kramerav.com

LECOVITA D19A

+86 574 55830025 sales@lecovita.com www.lecoaudio.com

LENOVO H06

+66 2 6872345 jkanjanavaha@lenovo.com www.lenovo.com/th/th

LEYARD C04

+86 755 29671180 hayley.chen@leyard.com sz.leyard.com

Why should a visitor come to your booth?

We think there are many reasons – firstly Leyard is a leading brand and we’ve always been influential in the AV industry. So, our company will be attractive to new clients or old friends. What is more, Leyard is always ahead in innovation. This is how we forge our brand today – finding something innovative is always what clients are looking for in this show.

LIGHTWARE VISUAL ENGINEERING A07 +36 1 2553800 sales@lightware.com www.lightware.com

LUMENS DIGITAL OPTICS INC D07 +66 81 4233672 apinant.sasisont@lumenseu.com www.MyLumens.com

LUMI LEGEND CORPORATION E08 +86 574 27956563 info@lumi.cn www.lumi.cn/en

LX ELECTRONICS L11 +66 23 6138702 bluenutty@hotmail.com www.lxelectronic-r.com

LYNX-TECHNIK J18 +65 67025277

joehant@lynxtechnikapac.com www.lynx-technik.com

MI ENGINEERING D17

+66 2 254 33167 attapol@mi-engineering.com www.mi-engineering.com/th

Asia: A Key Lever in New Growth

Join the rise of Asia's tech growth and showcase your innovations to the worldʼs fastest growing AV market.

Be part of our industry-leading shows for China, India and Asia, as we connect global and regional solution providers, vertical market buyers and the entire supply chain ecosystem with the most important markets of Asia Pacific.

2024: 17 - 19 July

Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), Bangkok, Thailand

www.infocomm-asia.com

2023: 19 – 21 July I

Featuring

2024: 17 - 19 April

China National Convention Center (CNCC), Beijing, China

www.infocomm-china.com

2023: 25 – 27 October I 2024: 3 - 5 September

Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, India

www.infocomm-india.com

What’s changed in the last six months since InfoComm SEA in November?

The pace of economic recovery has accelerated as more countries reopen their borders. This has led to an improvement in business sentiment and an increase in enquiries about our products. We are also seeing our partners and customers in the region resuming work on previously stalled projects or embarking on new ones. The reopening of China and Hong Kong is anticipated to create even more opportunities as we move away from the shadow of the Covid-19 pandemic.

What are your expectations now this has evolved into an Asia-focused show?

I would expect the show to attract more visitors and exhibitors from various parts of Asia, not just from Southeast Asia. This will enable businesses to gain access to a much bigger market that includes North Asia, South Asia and Indo-China, which further adds to the appeal of this regional pro AV event. The anticipated higher traffic will likely translate into higher sales and greater opportunities for AV manufacturers and systems integrators to develop a stronger presence in the Asia Pacific market. It is definitely a move in the right direction.

Jason Yeo, Christie Booth G04

Why does Bangkok work well as a hub for

Bangkok is strategically located in the heart of Southeast Asia with world-class facilities and a well-developed transportation infrastructure, making it easily accessible for attendees and exhibitors from around the region. The AV industry in Thailand is also rapidly growing, with more local companies emerging as prominent players in the market. This has led to an increase in demand for AV exhibitions and events in the region, making the Thai capital an attractive destination for such events. This will, in turn, enable companies to reach out to a more diverse set of customers and further expand their presence in Indo-China.

What’s the focus on your booth for this year’s show?

We are showcasing a range of our latest display and integrated solutions that open up a world of possibilities and inspire our customers to deliver unparalleled visual experiences. These

check out an updated version of our powerful yet versatile Pandoras Box Version 8 software licence that enables users to create anything they want, any time, with any hardware.

Why should a visitor come to your booth?

We have an expansive range of products and solutions that empower our customers to create brilliant, shared experiences and solve AV challenges, regardless of their requirements and budget. From projection and direct-view LED videowalls to content management, image processing and AV-over-IP solutions, our products are specifically tailored to enable customers to get the most out of their investment.

What trends and themes do you expect to dominate in the coming year?

As the global economy gradually recovers from the Covid-19 pandemic, business confidence is slowly being restored as China reopens its doors. And as China’s digital economy continues to gain momentum, Southeast Asia stands to reap the benefits with a resurgence in commodities, tourism and manufacturing. This promising trend bodes well for the recreation and entertainment sector, with an expected revival of projects in various markets, including theme parks, immersive environments, live events, and meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE).

Peter Er, Danacoid

Why does Bangkok work well as a hub for this exhibition?

I think that this will be a great show for the Southeast Asian market with Bangkok as the venue – it’s an exotic location with economical flights, food and hotels and it’s a favourite venue for Asian visitors.

What’s the focus on your booth for this year’s show?

For us, it will be a great opportunity to meet up with all our Southeast Asian partners rather than having to travel around on lots of short trips to meet up with our customers.

Why should a visitor come to your booth?

I think we are one of the fastest-growing Chinese

What are your expectations now this has evolved into an Asia-focused show?

Our presence in Asia is already well-established but

still we need to improve our brand awareness and this show is just the right platform for the region.

What trends and themes do you expect to dominate in the coming year?

For us, it will be international growth. We have already expanded into Singapore to have more of a presence on the international scene and we wouldn’t have done that unless we were performing well in our home territory. We are already selling our products to most Asians countries, as well as Europe, the Middle East and we have a sales office in the US.

What’s your favourite Thai meal?

Tom Yam Kung.

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Susan Hoe, INFiLED Booth

B10

What’s changed in the last six months?

We set up a Malaysian office last year after InfoComm SEA and it will open in May this year. We are also hoping to set up an Indonesian office by the end of this year. The market is now open and coming back to life after the pandemic in a positive way.

What are your expectations now this has evolved into an Asia-focused show?

With the expansion of our SEA business plan, we want to localise our business in Malaysia and Indonesia. We recognise that after-sales service is important to our partners and customers. Therefore, every branch office will be equipped with a repair centre in order to provide an

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TELEVIC F20

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after-sales service in the region. We want to stand out and let people know that we are now present in Asia.

Why does Bangkok work for this exhibition?

Bangkok is well-known as a tourist attraction in the region. Putting on an exhibition in Bangkok gives visitors a reason for attending the show and, at the same time, enjoy the food, shopping and entertainment.

What’s the focus on your booth this year?

Besides various LED solutions for different applications, we will focus on our XR Studio application. The INFiLED brand is one of only three brands that is officially recognised by Netflix. As a globally recognised brand, we

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VERTEX B04 +66 2 9381051 info@vertex.co.th www.vertex.co.th

would like to be a leader and showcase our technology and equipment in a professional manner in this region.

Why should a visitor come to your booth?

We have various LED solutions for different applications, including control room, xR/VP, DOOH, rental and cooperate. We hope people will come to our booth and experience our immersive xR application. We have set up an XR studio with our 3D content and tracking sensor solution. We want visitors to experience the XR world in our studio.

What’s your favourite Thai meal?

Tom Yum Goong, Som Tum (spicy green papaya salad), Pad Thai and Tom Yum fried rice.

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