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Seeing is believing: AVIXA conferences discover integrated experiences BY CHRIS FORRESTER AND ANN-MARIE CORVIN In its two conferences yesterday afternoon, AVIXA looked at what’s next in integrated experiences. Focussing on two key market sectors – enterprise and education – Thales’ senior engineer Richard Paker discussed how, if you’re not careful, technology can lead; while principal of Essex-based PROCAT Ros Parker showed how her organisation is using VR programmes to teach construction and engineering skills. Thales is a French multinational with a powerful reputation in the aerospace and defence industries, something which presented some serious headaches for Packer, as he sought to bring together the AV demands for some 650 people at its new HQ building in Reading. He told delegates that his challenges included bringing the IT department on board, as well as having to get the system approved by his senior managers, “many of whom didn’t really understand AV!” His ‘new’ building was formerly occupied by Cisco but had been empty – other than by spiders – for the past 15 years, and entailed bringing together three separate Thales locations. Starting with a clean sheet of paper, there was considerable input in terms of ideas and possibilities from potential system integrators.

From six would-be bidders the number was whittled down to one – although Packer admitted that he inherited a real “dog’s dinner” in terms of existing facilities. “We knew we needed many meeting rooms, and settled on 15 which we called ‘standard’; a further 10 ‘special’ rooms with a higher degree of equipment; and six multi-purpose rooms. For good measure, the CEO wanted something for the reception area that said ‘Wow’.” However, Packer stressed that one element which was rather special to Thales was security: “We could not permit any risks, either by accident or design. This gave us a huge number of extra headaches. We knew that getting something wrong would risk wrecking the network.” Packer’s end advice to his colleagues was not to be led by technology alone: “Speak to your users and fully understand their aims, but also ensure that you can fully monitor the complete system. And plan for the future – our industry is evolving rapidly and we need to be prepared.” Meanwhile, Ros Parker talked about a virtual house that allows trainee electricians, plumbers and builders to rewire a house in a safe environment, or to use piping without wasting expensive materials. She told delegates that there are

AEC industries embrace VR BY ANN-MARIE CORVIN VR in architecture, engineering and construction is going through

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a significant period of ‘rapid’ adoption, according to Italian architect Fabio D’Agnano. D’Agnano is director of the

Richard Paker, Thales UK: “Don’t be led by technology”

several “trial and error scenarios” at the college, which is the UK’s first College of Advanced Technology. “If things go wrong when the headsets are on,” she said, “the TV in the lounge could blow up; or if they walk on the rafters they will fall through the ceiling – albeit a virtual one.” The college principal added that the technology also allows them to virtualise materials such as piping

for the college’s level two and three plumbing students, while its trainee engineers can also learn about track and rolling stock prior to site visits. “The technology allows us to be much more cost efficient with our physical materials, and it helps prepare students for real environments much quicker,” she added. According to Parker, this accelerated learning meant students that used VR in their studies were

postgraduate masters course in digital architecture at the IUAV, in-formed XR delegates on Tuesday that at least two thirds of architectural practices are now experimenting with VR, according to his research.

The architect added that adoption tended to be higher among the larger practices, who have the time and resources to commit. For those who have used VR, most have applied it to more than

were performing tasks in week 10 that those who did not use the technology would be doing for another ten weeks. The college is also experimenting with other technical innovations such as robots for coding – although she added that the college’s own bot is currently being repaired in France after students programmed it to do Tai Chi, causing it to fall off a table and break its arm.

five projects and were using it across the design, construction and maintenance stages. In terms of how far away these new technologies are, for many job, such as 360 rendering, it is continued on page 4

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Blending in to stand out ALUVISION Stand: 8-T250 Launching at ISE 2018, Aluvision is presenting its LED tile 55 P2, specially designed and created to complement their renowned Omni-55 aluminium stand frames. Bringing the best of both worlds to the exhibit and event industry, Aluvision now provides a perfect combination of next-generation LED tiles with stand frames, enabling razor-sharp images, seamless integration and toolless installation. Aluvision has been “one of the

leading suppliers for stand building companies since 2003.” The launch of Aluvision’s 55 P2 makes it “the thinnest LED tile on the market for flush integration in a modular construction system,” said the company. “With its unique dimensions of 496mm x 496mm x 55mm, the LED tiles are compatible with the Aluvision Omni-55 frames, allowing seamless slot in construction for stand designers.” Nathalie Vandeweerdt, area sales manager for Aluvision, said: “The pixel pitch of only 2.8mm and premium flatness level guarantee images that bring any creative

concept to life. “Our system adds a vivid dimension to every trade show stand, installation or exhibit. Our products are innovative and responsive to the way the industry evolves. The LED tile 55 P2 is a perfect example of this,” added Dirk Deleu, CEO, Aluvision. “It answers the demand for high-end, integrated video solutions while remaining user-friendly, and modular. “The Aluvision ‘World of Wonder’ booth is a striking mix of the Aluvision classics and these stunning integrated LED walls. A definite must-see for every visitor!”

Nathalie Vandeweerdt, area sales director and Dirk Deleu, CEO of Aluvision

InAVation Awards 2018 Access all areas winners announced DIGICO

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The InAVation Awards took place last night at the Gashouder, Amsterdam. Nearly 800 guests representing the global AV industry gathered to celebrate their clients’, peers’ and colleagues’ achievements. Projects from around the world competed across categories representing key vertical markets, with 11 winners chosen from 75 finalists. UK integrator Focus 21 saw off some stiff competition to winning the AVIXA Standards Award for its work at Bayer’s UK headquarters. Meanwhile, Harel Tabibi, an independent consultant from Israel, topped this year’s list of project managers and consultants. Mindstec Distribution was named as the 2018 Distributor of the Year. Technology manufacturers also went head to head across 14 categories; winners are listed at InAVateonthenet.net. The project winners are as follows:

Nearly 800 guests gathered at the Gashounder in Amsterdam

• Visitor Attraction: Lanit Integration with DIGIS for Zaryadye Park, Russia • Education Facility: Vanti for BCU Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, UK • Healthcare: Jones AV for Vinzenz Gruppe Private Hospital Vienna, Austria • Transport: Electronics & Engineering for Changi Airport Terminal 4, Singapore • Government Facility: ASTAD with Brandfirst and TechnoQ for Qatar National Library, Qatar

• Leisure & Entertainment Facility: ASC & Graner+Partner for kING in Ingelheim, Germany • Live Event: Tribar Imagineering for Turkmenistan to Afghanistan Rail Link Inauguration • House of Worship: Venuetech for Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, UAE • Corporate Facility: proAV for UBS 5 Broadgate, UK • Control Room: AV Media for ČEPS Dispatcher Training Facility, Czech Republic

The newly launched 4REA4 installed audio solution expands DiGiCo’s live performance reach for multi-area venues and stages. “It’s really aimed at multiple performance areas; cruise ships, for example, or houses of worship,” said Roger Wood, head of software development at DiGiCo. “We are already providing consoles for a large number of houses of worship. They all have DiGiCo systems, and the requirement to ‘broadcast’ to different areas within their venue.” The 4REA4 processing engine rack has four dedicated mix areas, or zones, each with its own stereo master output, CGs and allocated FX. Managing the mixing and routing of each individual local performance area are a new range of hardware control panels and external I/O units, that work in conjunction with the 4REA4 processing engine and control software. “Another potential use: our smaller consoles also get used a lot as matrix mixers at festivals,” added Wood. “The system is actually a lot more capable

because it has far more I/O options, so you can come along with pretty much any console and there will be some method of connecting it in to the festival matrix.” Local I/O boxes are managed via proprietary Ethernet or Dante connectivity for extended reach across a facility, with options including the new A168 STAGE floor rack and the A164 WALL LCD box, both providing mic and line level connectivity. “In a situation where you require high-quality audio, 4REA4 provides 96kHz, which isn’t something you always see in an install environment. It’s part of the DiGiCo family, so it can be easily integrated into the rest of our range. What it boils down to is four independent mix areas, all from one master audio engine, 48 assignable busses, 128 assignable input channels and dedicated control options.”

DiGiCo’s Roger Wood demos 4REA4’s multi-area capabilities

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Fabio D’Agnano believes real time rendering is less than “a couple of years away”

4K PCAP panel in array of displays VESTEL Stand: 10-P150

continued from page 1 now and is ‘no more effort than a standard 3D render,” said D’Agnano: “You press the same button.” He went on to estimate that real time rendering, which would enable architects and clients to go on a virtual site visit, is less than “a couple of years away” and what is likely to happen in the interim is that a blend of both 360 and virtual reality technologies will be used.

D’Agnano added that one of the challenges the sector faced was adopting the technology. Companies such as MatrixWorks are addressing this by working on collaborative platforms, he added. Other near future applications included integrating VR with BIM data so that projects can be tested on site. For more information from the XR Summit at ISE, turn to page 8.

On a busy first day of ISE 2018, Vestel rolled out a mix of new displays including a 4K 65in PCAP (projective capacitive) flat panel, a 37in stretch display, a trio of PDU displays and its VW videowalls. Vestel’s UK head of sales, Mark Dew explained: “We’re showing PCAP for the mainstream sector – education and corporate. It’s a 65in screen and is basically much more responsive with up to 20point touch control. We’ve also got the 37in NB Stretch Display and the Video Walls. We also have PDU signage, which is interesting as Vestel is all about making something mainstream, so it’s got system-on-chip technology and compatibility with Windows and Android platforms. They can operate in portrait or landscape configuration, which is good when

LED sphere shows the way for digital signage EXPROMO Stand: 8-K195 With an enormous 2m diameter LED sphere suspended over Expromo’s stand and featuring 3G content, Expromo’s stand also boasts the launch of the Danish company’s LED transfolio – a transparent architectural screen which displays the content directly on the inside of glass. This renders any heavy and cumbersome steel framework unnecessary and reveals the beauty of the content without any bulky structure stealing the show. The 2m LED sphere hanging above the stand is just one of a variety of size options the company offer to market. The 2m ball is sure to be dwarfed by the 4m and 6m versions that Expromo have recently supplied. Also on stand is the retail display system featuring digital shelf edging. This is the first year that this product has been showcased at ISE and provides a real draw to Expromo’s booth. Offering the LED industry’s best design and quality, Expromo’s products are developed and produced with unsurpassed quality and, combined with their skilled technicians’ knowledge and experience with the products, stand out clearly in all kinds of environments. Expromo’s products signs are custom-developed for outdoor use, are easy to control, and the content can be swiftly updated and changed.

Roland Jahnke (left), Expromo’s country manager Germany with Jens-Ulrik Carstensen, CEO of Expromo

space is at a premium.” The Vestel PCAP 65in Interactive Flat Panel display has enhanced touch accuracy and pen precision to aid a natural writing experience. The 4K panel has an anti-glare and scratch-resistant screen, 400-nit brightness levels and can be connected to other UHD devices through its HDMI inputs. To support a wider variety of teaching methods, the IFC offers OPS compatibility with Windows as well as Android PC modules. As an official Microsoft partner, Vestel can offer the panel with Windows 10 pre-installed. The NB 37 Stretch Display screen also offers higher brightness levels of 700 nits for picture clarity; and with greater anti-glare resistance, it can be fitted in a wider variety of light-reflecting areas, including window display walls as well as mirrored fitting rooms.

The Vestel 65in PCAP interactive flat panel display

OLED screens get magical makeover LG

Stand: 12-K90 In a magical display of digital signage technology, LG is here at ISE with its latest OLED screens, with the innovative 55in Transparent OLED signage taking centre stage. Captivating visitors at the show, the Transparent OLED signage shows exactly what LG is renowned for; taking tech to the next level. Commented Bram Haans, marketing manager, HE B2B Europe, at LG Electronics, on the Transparent OLED signage: “This is proof of concept, but it is production-ready and will be the catalogue later this year. However, this is the first time it’s been seen by the public. It can be used on flat or curved transparent surfaces, so it could be used on revolving doors or signage installations; there are lots of possibilities. All these features are only possible because of the OLED technology. It’s very Minority Report !” LG is also demonstrating a huge wall of screens displayed in curves and waves, the Open Frame OLED, demonstrating their capabilities in the form of the Canyon Attractor, comprised of 60 Open Frame OLED displays in concave and convex configurations. These curved, flexible digital screens illustrate OLED’s customisable form factor and picture quality. Nasser Malik, marketing, B2B IT solutions, at LG Electronics, stated: “These screens allow you to be more creative and less restricted in the area you hang the screens from. The 55in displays shown here at ISE are Full HD, or if you team four of them you can stream in 4K, plus the 6in Open Frame

OLED displays are UHD.” Malik added: “Being the largest show [of its kind] in Europe, ISE enables LG to show our customers and to show Europe our latest designs in cutting edge technology. We’re always coming out with innovative products and this show gives us the opportunity to show customers what we can do.”

Nasser Malik and Bram Haans say the future of signage is transparent as glass

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Creating something amazing out of nothing A new horizon in sustainable display manufacturing IMPROVE Stand: 8-A470 From concept to execution and all things in between, Improve produces, directs, writes the content and designs the content; it provides the camera, stage crew, lighting and sound; and it even provides the PR, all in a single company. Working for the fifth year for ISE, Improve has this year delivered the CEDIA Smart Building Solutions Theatre (sponsored by KNX) in Hall 9; the AVIXA Commercial Solutions Theatre and AVIXA Unified Communications Solutions Theatre (both sponsored by Crestron) in Halls in Hall 8 and 11; and Monday’s TIDE Conference at the Okura Hotel, where the event used Improve-built screens to specifically flatter and reveal the presentation content, which was also created by Improve. The company starts the design process with its consultants working with the client to identify what makes its product or service an idea worth sharing. With experience of live events going back 25 years – beginning with projection and soon diversifying into lighting and then full show service – Improve says its philosophy has always been to ensure the visitor is not only

OPTINTEGRAL Stand: 8-R325

Jeroen van Leeuwen, senior technician; Antoinette Wijffels, CEO and creative director; and Arjan Altena, graphic designer of Improve, at their stand next to the Avixa Commercial Theatre in Hall 8

comfortable in their surroundings, but also fully engaged with the content of the show. A complete holistic approach to benefit the visitor and client utilising Improve’s unique technical capability. Antoinette Wijffels, who serves as CEO and creative director at Improve, said: “In addition to designing, building, managing and operating the theatres and congresses, Improve prides itself of being first in line with

emerging technologies. “ISE is a great place to see new ideas and innovations and we like to bring the most exciting options into service, maybe starting in small venues but soon expanding into larger theatres and congresses. 3D virtual staging and technology is just one of the options that we have, and we are already looking at holographic ideas to work with in future. Creating something amazing out of nothing is what Improve does best.”

Network 2.0 platform enables management from anywhere

KRAMER ELECTRONICS Stand: 1-F20

European consortium Optintegral, which comprises nine partners from five European countries, has developed a mould-based hybrid manufacturing technology for LED screens that not only reduces costs and time-to-market by 40%, but also halves the harmful emissions produced during the manufacturing process. The research received funding from the EU’s Programme Horizon 2020 project and was created to find new sustainable TOLAE (thin, organic and large-area electronics) displays that are cheaper, thinner and environmentally efficient. The project, which began in 2015 and completed in January, addresses the need for sustainable industrial manufacturing processes of LED displays, specifically responding to the market’s technological demand for simpler device integration by efficient and low-cost manufacturing methodologies. The new technology developed within the project’s framework is to be presented during Optintegral’s Technology Innovation Conference and Showcase, taking place on its stand tomorrow. The partners will demonstrate three prototypes at the conference and showcase: a large-scale, highresolution 2D screen with lighter and finer backlighting than the

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Kramer’s David Margolin

the platform supports LDAP centralised user management. With complete support for routing any type of audio and video signal, Kramer Network provides easy switching of AV sources to any number of destinations for both physical and virtual matrices, or any combination of both. The

platform also enables using Kramer Maestro, which adds room automation functionalities to any managed Kramer device. Kramer Network is available as a software-only solution or as a package – pre-installed on an industry standard server with audio DSP functionality.

Marina Presas and Eduard Piqueras at the Optintegral stand

Touch and go: mini collaboration devices announced LISTEN TECHNOLOGIES

At the company’s ISE press conference yesterday, Kramer Electronics launched Kramer Network 2.0, an enterprise management platform designed to enable IT/AV professionals to easily configure and manage their entire Kramer product range, Dante devices and thirdparty devices from anywhere in the world. “Kramer Network 2.0 was designed after a thorough research and development process which included feedback from customers in need of a true, all-encompassing management solution,” said David Margolin, VP marketing at Kramer. According to the company, Kramer Network 2.0 possesses all the features and capabilities for managing any AV deployment. Configuration time is reduced due to automated device detection and simplified firmware management in a consolidated device history log. Kramer Network also proactively generates email alerts and/or SNMP traps making sure critical issues don’t go unnoticed. For added security,

models currently on the market; a flexible, large-format, super-thin RGB screen that is 50% thinner than its standard competitors; and a high-density 3D screen with a new lens system that makes it possible to create a 3D effect without special glasses. It is anticipated that this range of devices could be brought to market within a year, giving users the opportunity to take advantage of the economic and energyconsumption benefits of the flexible, large-format printed electronics used in TOLAE technology.

Enabling clear, secure, reciprocal communications, ListenTALK is now shipping globally. Announced at ISE yesterday, the pocket-sized mobile collaboration device is ideal for noisy, crowded and/or mobile environments. “The nice thing about this system is that it’s very easy to use,” said Doug Taylor, director of product management at Listen Technologies. “I can go up to a leader unit, it will beep and you’re paired. There’s nothing to it. You can have up to 10 groups on a single system and unlimited users within that group. It’s a very simple, easy device and with Listen you get good, clear communication and clear sound.” ListenTALK is built on the less crowded 1.9 GHz DECT band, offering secure encryption and full duplex spread-spectrum technology. Unlike other two-way communication systems that require users to manually select channels and configure each individual device, ListenTALK devices can be

configured in bulk by a push of a button on the docking station tray. Users have the option to use the ListenTALK transceiver with built-in microphone, or any other standard 3.5mm headset or earbuds (including standard smart phone earbuds). A variety of headsets are available, based on the unique needs of the venue or environment.

Doug Taylor, director of product management, Listen Technologies

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AVIXA: a catalyst for growth David Labuskes, CEO of AVIXA, talks to George Cole about why the AV industry is driving commerce and communication InfoComm International changed its name to AVIXA, the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association, with the emphasis switching from technology to experience and solutions. How has this change been received within the industry? It has been received overwhelmingly positively. The more people hear the story behind the name, and understand that it’s so much more than just a name change, the more support they give to it. What we’re doing is celebrating AV as a profession and what we do as an industry. We love technology, but it joins technology, content as one of three levers. In the space where these two are delivered, you need to deliver an exceptional experience. It’s now also easier to have conversations with those who are not clearly defining themselves as being part of our industry today.

David Labuskes: reaction to the name change has been “overwhelmingly positive”

industry. I have spent the last year going around different vertical market events. I’ve been to events in many places including, Chicago, New Orleans and Berlin, focusing on meeting the decision makers in four key industries – financial services, retail, higher education and hospitality. I gave presentations and talked about the strategic value of AV. If people see the impact AV can have on their business, then they will invest more in it. This year, we’ve added transportation and sports and entertainment. We have invested nearly $1 million in this process and will continue with this level of investment. What do see as the key themes for ISE 2018? ISE is the largest gathering of AV professionals in the world. It’s an extraordinary coming together of passionate people who are interested in driving this industry forward. One of the things you can see on our booth is how AV can change the way people experience the world.

How is AVIXA promoting the AV industry? Part of our mission is to be a catalyst for growth for the AV

XR will change how we all live BY CHRIS FORRESTER XR Summit at ISE opened with some impressive forecasts of rapid growth – building to a probable value of more than $107 billion by 2025, and possibly $2 trillion by 2035, if CitiBank’s forecasts are accurate. Marco DeMiroz, co-founder of The VR Fund, told delegates in a packed room that despite the buoyant forecasts, the industry was still in its infancy. His own

fund has $50 million under management, spread over 21 companies, of which only two were in Europe (both in Finland). “This is going to be a massive industry, but we need more venture capital investment cash to come from Europe, for Europe. We have talented ideas coming from here in Amsterdam, Copenhagen and Paris as well as London.” DeMiroz said that in the US some $1.28 billon in investment value had been committed, but in Europe the

sum was much smaller (at some $380 million). DeMiroz explained how rapidly growth has occurred, helped by headset sales (“prices slashed across the board”) and how emerging devices are capable of being totally immersive for the user but also completely capable of AR. “Simply look at the number of active participants, at every level of the industry, from Amazon and Alibaba to Walmart, and then to Hollywood, and Theme Park adoption.

I truly believe that as industry, we can make the world a better place, because what we do is to connect people, and the greater that connection, the less turmoil in the world. It’s something we should recognise and be proud of what we do. What are the opportunities for the AV industry? The world is being compressed by communications technology. We seem to be shifting as a workforce, and as customers; we are demanding more experiences and engaging with life more deeply. That is all enabled and enhanced by AV. When we base our future as an industry on helping employees being more engaged with their company, helping people solve problems more effectively, enhancing an experience that brings people into retail stores or entertainment venues, or helping them move through transportation systems, that has as much future as human beings have. The future is so bright for our industry.

“Yes, there will be platform wars, but these will be solved”: Marco DeMiroz, co-founder of The VR Fund

“Yes, there are platform wars, but these will be solved. What’s important is that these creatives are in the business for the long haul.” He continued: “But also remember that XR is still evolving, and that new applications include in-house business training where all the results show that users retain significant benefits from using VR and AR, and in medical and education as well as the higher-profile news, media and entertainment as well as games.”

Moment of truth: Recently appointed CEDIA president and CEO Tabatha O’Connor (green jacket), AXIVA CEO Dave Labuskes (orange tie) and Alderman Udo Kock from the Municipality of Amsterdam (red tie) were among the officials taking part in the traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony that opened ISE 2018 yesterday morning. Other AVIXA, CEDIA and ISE board members pictured (L-R) are Wendy Griffiths, Maurits van der Sluijs, Terry Friesenborg, David Humphries, Stefanie Corinth, Tobias Lang, Julian Phillips, Tony Warner, Joe Pham and Jeff Day

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Focus on the customer journey The second DSS ISE conference is a source of unique market intelligence – more valuable than ever in a digital signage industry that is undergoing significant changes

he digital signage industry is living in interesting times – there are many drivers of change operating in the market. This means that understanding how the industry is changing, and how to respond, is more important than ever. DSS ISE is returning to Amsterdam after its successful debut last year. It’s a half-day conference that’s been optimised to deliver exclusive market intelligence and unparalleled networking opportunities, while leaving enough time to discover the ISE exhibition. The conference is organised jointly by Integrated Systems Events and invidis consulting, one of Europe’s leading digital signage consultants. The pair are also responsible for Digital Signage Summit Europe, the leading strategy event for digital signage and digital out of home (DOOH), which has been held annually in Munich since 2007. Florian Rotberg, managing director of invidis consulting and conference chairman, comments: “The conference will largely focus on the evolutionary shift in the digital signage value chain. A key question that will be debated is: what are the future roles of systems integrators, software suppliers, display vendors and other ecosystem partners?” Among the topics under discussion will be a trend that is challenging the existing solution offerings of systems integrators: 360° retail experiences that demand holistic and fully connected digital solutions. “The customer journey is in focus,” says Rotberg “and digital touchpoints need to be seamlessly integrated with mobile, online and other digital media.” From the shopping window to the shelf, from the fitting room to check-out – the customer journey needs to be seamless across various IT and retail systems. “Stationary retail needs to offer experiences to distinguish itself from online,” he says, “and digital touch points play a key role in enabling stores to be more experiential and unique.” It’s also vital that digital signage and electronic shelf labels (ESLs) need to connect with back-office systems for an omnichannel offering. With the growing implementation of dynamic pricing online – where web-based retailers instantly change their prices in response to changes in the sales environment – bricks and mortar retailers are looking to ESLs to enable them to do the same. “We’re seeing real growth in ESLs, particularly in consumer electronics and food,” he observes. “Amazon changes the prices of certain products up to 100 times a week, and consumer electronics retailers especially have already looked – or will begin to look – at ESLs to enable them to compete with online.” The main discussion topics at DSS ISE will be: • Connecting: Systems Integrators – Consolidating the Market. A view across the pond: how Stratacache and Diversified are

changing the market and what effect this has on the EMEA markets

complement digital signage as part of the 360° customer experience

• Content: Software – Commodity vs Specialist: Are Adobe and Google taking over the market? How established digital signage software players need to adapt to the changes of an increasingly commoditised market

An impressive speaker roster of over a dozen leading digital signage and DOOH experts has been assembled for this event, including: • John Melillo, president, Digital Media Group, Diversified • Mark Grady, head of Chrome channel – EMEA, Google • Jerome Moeri, CEO, Navori • Damian Crowhurst, business director, Samsung Electronics Europe.

• Computing: The Future of Media Players: Built-in SoCmedia players have been in the market for more than five years. But they haven’t really moved the needle. What should we expect from the likes of Samsung and LG, what role do PC-based platforms play, and what are the alternatives? • Content/Complementing: Beyond pure technology, how added services like content, scent and sound can

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Today’s Professional Development picks Before ISE 2018 began, we asked some attendees to pick out a session from today’s AVIXA, CEDIA and Show Floor Theatre programmes that particularly spoke to them. Here’s what they chose

Nicolai Landschultz, a director at UK residential integrator IndigoZest, recommends:

Daniel Goldmann, managing director of Austrian integrator Renox Audiovision, recommends:

Jordi Garcia, business manager at Spanish integrator Domo-Sapiens, recommends:

Bob Snyder, content chairman of the Smart Building Conference, recommends:

How to Design a KNX System that is Reliable and Stable

If You’re Not Doing AV over IP Yet? You Will Be…

Home Theatre Audio and Acoustics Part II

Presenter: Mark Warburton, Ivory Egg

Presenter: Gary Kayye, rAVe Publications

Presenter: Anthony Grimani, Performance Media Industries

Understanding Cyber Security Threats in Surveillance Systems

11:30-13:00, Room D201 (presented by CEDIA)

13:30-14:30, Room D204 (presented by AVIXA)

14:00-17:30, Room D302 (presented by CEDIA)

€140 (included in CEDIA Pass and SUPERPASS)

€140 (included in AVIXA Pass and SUPERPASS)

€250 (included in CEDIA Pass and SUPERPASS)

Session description: The KNX open protocol is extremely powerful and flexible but the underlying infrastructure still needs to be designed correctly to work effectively. This brand agnostic seminar will look at how the topology works and the steps you can take to guarantee the reliability and stability on even the biggest project. The class will then explore the different ways in which third party systems can interface to KNX and the best practices to ensure both systems can operate to their full potential.

Session description: The industry agrees that AV over IP – sending audio, video and control signals over the network – is the future. Right now it’s sort of an art and a science mixed together. Sure, there are IP standards and protocols for handling all kinds of data across a network, but the network wasn’t designed for sending 4K across it. And, just as we’re entering an era of AV over IP, we’re also seeing a simultaneous emergence of 4K everything. So, how we do it all of this AV over IP ‘stuff’ matters. It matters a lot. When you leave the session, you’ll be able to make educated decisions about each AV networking technology, every standard, how it all works and how the future of AV signal distribution, cabling, routing and display will work.

Session description: [Part I of this course covered sound reproduction, transmission and reflection, and how to analyse room size and shape and predict audio performance for the best surroundsound designs.] By building upon existing knowledge gained from Home Theatre Audio and Acoustics Part I, this session will explore how loudspeakers work, specification fact and fallacy, and audience and room size configurations.

Landschultz says: “As we are seeing more and more demand for KNX installations, I wanted to build on my KNX certification and learn more about how to scale up KNX systems. Perhaps, more importantly, I want to learn how to successfully integrate with other control systems such as Control4. I know KNX can be a ‘chatty’ protocol, so learning more about how to keep the chatter to a minimum and not overload the communication interfaces will be important.”

Goldmann says: “I firmly believe that in a few years from now pro-AV will be completely IP based. Learning to know which features are more important in which application; to know what is essential and what is not will be as important as knowing how many lumens a projector needs to have in an application. This is what I expect to learn from this course – to know more about designing the ideal AV-IP network for different applications.”

Garcia says: “Following Part I, which will have attended on the first day, this session ends this ‘small’ course (seven hours in total!) about how to correctly install and understand the audio and acoustics in a home cinema. No matter the expertise you have installing or designing, it is always a good idea to brush up how loudspeakers work and how we must optimise the audience configuration or predict audio performance. Customers, day by day, are more demanding and we must offer them the best home cinema that suits their budget. Training on this subject for us, as an integrator, is essential.”

Presenter: Jason Hill, group vice president, LILIN 17:30-18:00, CEDIA Smart Building Solutions Theatre (sponsored by KNX) Free to attend Session description: LILIN leads the market in surveillance of the smart home. Jason Hill presents an overview of the risks and threats that need to be considered, with examples of previous compromises, and makes recommendations on best practice for integrators. Snyder says: “Most AV integrators don’t do enough in the area of video surveillance. And the ones that do, realise how serious the threat is concerning security. So I see this session combining two very important topics that we should know more about. Cyber security has become critical to everyday life, turning it into a major market segment. As more and more high-profile cases are unveiled, concerns of the ability to secure networks and data intensify. As a result, consumers increasingly worry about protecting their critical data infrastructure, leading to a shift in the balance of spending – from the physical to cyber security initiatives.”

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How about this, sports fans? SVG Europe has changed the focus of its ISE conference to give a greater emphasis on technology that engages sports fans, including mobile and OTT services

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ports stadiums are hotbeds of technology. Firstly there’s the plethora of AV equipment that provides visitors with visual and spoken information, including scoreboards, pitchside advertising, wayfinding screens, public address and voice alarm systems, point-of-sale information and IPTV. Then there’s the infrastructure for broadcasting action and commentary to TV and radio audiences. And increasingly, this is being joined by technology for delivering content to the mobile devices of fans both in the stadium and outside it. It’s the last of these developments that has led sports broadcast association SVG Europe to change the focus of its ISE conference. Four the past four years it has staged the Sports Venue Technology Summit, to provide delegates with an opportunity to find out more about the rapidly evolving design and applications of stadiums. But for 2018, SVGE’s conference is expanding the focus to consider other areas related to the overall experience of the modern stadium – in particular those technologies geared towards enhancing fan engagement, including mobile and OTT services. The result is the new Sports Venue and Fan Engagement Summit, which takes place tomorrow in Room E102. Free to attend, the Summit is being produced in partnership with leading venue publication PanStadia & Arena Management magazine. John Sheehan, the publication’s editor, comments: “Sports stadia are going to be revolutionised over the next 20 years as fans continue to demand an improved experience and venue owners and operators look to maximise revenues. Venues need to continue to engage more diverse user groups and to do this they will increasingly rely on technology. A closer relationship

09.30 Registration and coffee is also evolving between the fans in the stadium and what is happening on the pitch, with more content likely to come from players. To help with this, stadium architects are not just working with structural engineers anymore but now rely increasingly on data modelling experts for ideas and support in stadium design.” With a number of new landmark stadiums and arenas due to open over the next few years, the event promises to capture an important moment in time as the needs and expectations of the modern sports venue continue to evolve – particularly with regard to network infrastructures and display technologies. David Davies, editor of SVG Europe, comments: “From the deployment of display technology and highend audio, to hugely increased quantities of content accessible on mobile devices, the visitor experience of the modern sports stadium is in the midst of a paradigm shift. We are delighted to be partnering with the team at PanStadia & Arena Management magazine to explore some of the key technologies underpinning these changes, and to consider how venues, broadcasters, clubs and federations can all make the most of the emerging opportunities.” An impressive line-up has been assembled of more than a dozen experts from the worlds of broadcasting, engineering, consultancy, technology and architecture to participate in a series of in-depth panel discussions. It looks set to provide a unique perspective on this evolving, and increasingly important, aspect of the business of sports. The Sports Venue and Fan Engagement Summit takes place from 09:30 to 16:00 on Thursday 8 February in Room E102, RAI Amsterdam. It is free to attend.

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f you see someone looking intently at a stand here on the ISE show floor, it’s possible they could be a judge for the ISE Stand Design Awards. Created to recognise and reward the very high standards of stand design and execution at ISE, the Awards had their debut last year and return for 2018 in an expanded format. As last year, ISE has no influence on the competition: the awards are being managed again by EXHIBITOR magazine, an award-winning print and online media brand that covers best practices for trade show marketing. All stands are automatically entered into the

competition, and Travis Stanton, editor of EXHIBITOR, along with senior writer and awards programme manager Linda Armstrong, will complete the initial round of judging on site. An expert panel will then choose the winners, based on eight assessment criteria. Entries will be split into size bands: Small (49sqm and less), Medium (50-199sqm), Large (200399sqm), and XL (400sqm and more). The winning stands will be announced in a special Awards Ceremony taking place at 16:00 tomorrow in the AVIXA Commercial Solutions Theatre (sponsored by Crestron) in Hall 8.

10:00 Opening Remarks from SVG Europe and PanStadia & Arena Management David Davies, Editor, SVG Europe John Sheehan, Editor, PanStadia & Arena Management 10:10 Stadiums Present and Future: Design Trends and Operational Changes In recent times the increased expectations placed on new stadiums and arenas has led to much closer cooperation between architects, venue operators and panel developers. This opening panel will explore how understanding the requirements of modern sports venues and designing them to be adaptable and flexible is key to ensuring that they meet the differing expectations of operators, sports people and spectators alike. 11:10 Even Closer to the Action: The Future of Fan Engagement From higher-resolution displays and superior audio reinforcement in stadiums, to the increased accessibility of related content on mobile devices, huge amounts of time and money are being invested in bringing sports fans even closer to the action. In this panel, broadcasters and vendors will consider the latest innovations in fan engagement, and how technologies used within the stadium and beyond can complement or contrast with each other. 12:10 Networking lunch 13:15 New Initiatives to Engage with Fans and Maximise Revenue Streams Two critical challenges for sports venue operators and tenant teams are to maximise their revenue channels while meeting fans’ increasingly demanding expectations of a memorable ‘live’ stadium or entertainment experience. This panel will share their experiences and opinions on initiatives to enhance the game day experience, and increase fan loyalty while maximising the ability to generate new revenue streams and enhance existing ones. 14:15 Get Yourself Connected: IP Networking and the Stadium of the Future Ask any integrator or consultant to identify the most important single element of the contemporary stadium and they are very likely to confirm that ‘it’s all about the network’. Designing and building networks that can cope with the expectations of today, as well as support expansion for those of tomorrow, is no small challenge, and has been an abiding preoccupation at most landmark venues constructed over the last few years. This closing panel of the day will consider whether there is any such thing as a standard network topology at a modern stadium, and identify the design approaches and techniques that can result in a truly futureproofed venue. 15:00 One to One Interview – see www.svgeurope.org for full details. 15:30 - 16:00 Networking drinks

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Get close to the World Masters of Projection Mapping The finalists in the inaugural competition have been on show for more than three weeks, but the event comes to a head tomorrow

OTHER EVENTS blooloopLIVE at ISE

Friday sees the debut of blooloopLIVE at ISE, an new half-day conference dedicated to the subject of nighttime spectaculars in visitor attractions. These shows, which can range from simple live performances to complex, multifaceted productions using video mapping, lighting and laser effects, are becoming increasingly prevalent as theme parks and other attractions seek to extend their opening hours, increase footfall and even become multi-day destinations. blooloopLIVE starts at 09:30 in Room E102 on Friday, and concludes just before the World Masters of Projection Mapping Awards ceremony. Tickets are €150 +VAT (€125 for AVIXA and CEDIA members).

XR Technology Zone The entries will all be mapped onto the unusually shaped façade of the EYE Filmmuseum

omorrow evening sees the World Masters of Projection Mapping come to a climax, with all five entries shown to the public, as well as to the judging panel. Up until now, only one entry has been displayed per day. The competition, which involves mapping video artwork onto the irregular façade of the EYE Filmmuseum as well as projecting onto water screens in the River IJ, begins at 19:45 tomorrow, with viewers requested to be in position by 19:30. Probably the best way to see the competition is from a boat: trips, organised by competition partner Artifex, will leave from the RAI shortly after the exhibition closes. A range of on-board hospitality packages is available – see the ISE website for more details. Alternatively, the projections can be seen from in front of Central Station or from the Amsterdam Tower. The World Masters of Projection Mapping is a joint venture between ISE, RAI Amsterdam and the Amsterdam Light Festival. Technical

partners that have supplied equipment for the competition are Panasonic, disguise (formerly D3 Technologies), Lightware and Alcons Audio, while local integrator BeamSystems is responsible for AV installation for the competition.

Projectors on display Technical project manager Rembrandt Boswijk of Indyvideo explained that he didn’t want to hide the projectors away; he wanted visitors with an interest in the technology to be able to see them. So, working with an innovative supplier of repurposed shipping containers, the aim was “to design a set-up that would also provide the highest possible level of transparency,” he said. “The end result is a combination of two units from Beam Systems and transparent showroom containers that allow the viewer to see through the container and even see the projector itself. This second solution is even more transparent than we expected.” As well as creating a spectacle for the audience, Boswijk said that the project has

been a valuable learning experience for him and the teams he has been working with. WMPM, he said, has been “not just a project for creating a gigantic canvas, but also a rich engineering and production sandbox that just keeps teaching lessons and throwing up surprises. Suppliers can learn a lot about the deployment of their products in extreme conditions. Engineers and developers understand even more about the importance of the complete integration of all systems.”

Awards ceremony Judging for the World Masters of Projection Mapping is led by Lennart Booij, creative director of Amsterdam Light Festival. The winner will be revealed at a special awards ceremony at ISE on Friday at 12:30 in the Forum. All five finalists will be on stage at the ceremony, and will present their entries to the audience, discuss what inspired them and talk about the production techniques they have used. The overall winner will be then be announced. www.iseurope.org

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In the XR Technology Zone, Holovis is showcasing an array of emerging technology solutions and demonstrating how they can be implemented to solve challenges in a range of organisational environments. Three interconnected virtual reality experiences are being demonstrated. The first is a VR architectural design experience, where visitors see a building grow up around them. In the second, they walk inside the building and see it is a factory: here they encounter a robot production line that is a ‘digital twin’ of a facility at Holovis HQ. Finally they can undertake collaborative VR activity – people in two different views can build a Lego car together. Together, these experiences show how concepts and complex data sets can be visualised as immersive and interactive models, incorporating real-world, real-time data and simultaneous multi-person engagement.

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Meet up with us Make sure you find some time this week to catch up with the association, says Pam Taggart, senior director of development for Europe at AVIXA AVIXA’s double-storey stand reflects its new branding

here is no shortage of places to go and people to see during ISE. Before the week comes to a close, do yourself a favour and meet up with your AV association, AVIXA. In this Q&A, Pam Taggart, senior director of development for Europe at AVIXA, talks about AVIXA’s impressive new stand, global market research, free education sessions, a cocktail reception (today!), and much more. What is the AVIXA stand design like this year? Reflecting our new brand, the AVIXA stand (Stand 12-N110) is unlike anything you’ve seen before from InfoComm. It has a great modern look with much more meeting space, including a new second storey this year to accommodate the increase in meetings

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we’ve seen at previous shows. Once people begin speaking with us, it typically requires a deeper conversation, so now we have the space to accommodate that. What can people expect when they visit the stand? Our focus with the stand this year is not games or gimmicks – we provide real value to the industry and the market, and our activities on the stand must be true to what we actually do. For that reason, anyone who visits our stand this year will receive executive summaries of our most recent global market research. We want people to walk away, even from this short interaction at our stand, with a tool that will help them make better business decisions for themselves or their company based

on real insight. We continue that theme by also signing up every person that scans in at the stand for a chance to win a trip to the InfoComm show in Las Vegas. Our ‘giveaways’ are all about gaining insight and looking ahead to improve your career or business – which is how AVIXA can help, now and long term. Will AVIXA offer education sessions at its stand? FlashTracks are back again this year, due to popular demand, on Stand 13-N110. Essentially the FlashTracks are free, 20-minute miniature keynotes on a topic. I think they are so popular because in 20 minutes there is not time for the ‘history of all technology’ before you get to the point – there is no time for fluff. That makes them really

effective and efficient. Especially at a show like ISE, that is essential, and why people keep coming back. Is AVIXA hosting any special meetups? One special event to look forward to this year is the AVIXA reception – today at our stand. It’s great timing because it’ll kick off just near the close of the show (17:30), and guests can enjoy drinks while everyone else waits in the cold taxi queue outside. You can come and get to know AVIXA, socialise with friends and colleagues from the industry, and then when the traffic lets up, head off to enjoy the rest of the evening’s activities. We recognise that the AV industry is a big community, and it’s important to celebrate that and get together casually sometimes, so the reception is a chance to do that.

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CEDIA UPDATE

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Awards programme launches for 2018

The industry’s leading awards competition is now open for entries

The 2017 CEDIA Awards attracted entries from 18 countries around the world

EDIA has announced entry dates for its highly anticipated 2018 awards competition, the leading awards programme in the industry. Celebrating excellence in home technology design, installation and integration, the CEDIA Awards recognise the outstanding work from technology integrators, manufacturers, and distributors from across the globe. Now open for submission, CEDIA members have until 1 April 2018 to complete and submit their online entry forms. These forms, as well as details on the categories, required documents, criteria, rules and helpful tips can be accessed through CEDIA’s dedicated awards website: www.cedia.net/awards. “The CEDIA Awards programme is the perfect platform to honour and celebrate the very best in our industry,” commented Matt Nimmons, managing director of CEDIA EMEA. “Each year we see an increase in the standard of the projects submitted, and we expect to see even bigger and better submissions from our members in 2018. As a way to increase new business, strengthen credibility among peers, and set the standard of professionalism within the home technology industry, we encourage all members to take part in the CEDIA Awards this year.”

The 2017 CEDIA Awards proved to be the most impressive and successful yet, with entries from 18 countries around the world. Here are some testimonials from the 2017 CEDIA Awards: Peter Aylett, technical director, Archimedia, Dubai “As the most prestigious awards that the industry has to offer, winning a CEDIA Award is an important part of our brand.” Pip Evans, director, NV Integration, UK “Winning the Technology meets Design Award gives huge recognition to our design led ethos – ‘Integrated Home Technology’. To be recognised by the industry as one of the leading companies in this area of expertise is a huge positive, and a huge differentiator as to why people should work with us.” Terry Morton, director, Land and Sea Entertainment, USA “Like many small CEDIA companies in the field we are essentially a mighty army of two. But we strive to continually improve our skills and processes. For anyone on

the fence regarding submitting your projects to the world, you don’t need to be a big fancy company. The secret is simple: Everyone will be bringing their A game. So bring your A+ game throughout the job, chronicle your work and the judges will notice your efforts.” Michael Sherman, managing director, Henri, France “The CEDIA Awards is always a great event to attend. As a company member for around 20 years and as a volunteer, personally, for six years, I’m really happy to see this event grow each year, and CEDIA offering more benefits to its members.” Nic Black, managing director, The Pyramid Group, UK “CEDIA’s Awards programme recognises technical excellence in the home technology industry, and winning projects demonstrate competence in all aspects of design, installation, and commissioning while meeting all applicable industry performance standards. We are proud of the teams involved in meeting these exacting standards.” To find out more about the 2018 CEDIA Awards programme, visit the CEDIA stand 1-E20 at ISE 2018 or go to www.cedia.net/awards

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EXHIBITORVIEW

Gael Rouvroy, CEO and director of technology, intoPIX

AV distribution – Greater? Simpler? Higher? Faster! Installers start to build new agile and efficient AV distribution workflows using IP networks: it brings greater system flexibility and scalability over traditional AV distribution approaches. However, purely switching to IP does not always lead to substantial cost savings with the capacity to scale to higher-resolution formats. For instance, the added cost of moving uncompressed video over IP is just not sustainable, as it can require 10GbE or more. To make new AV distribution significantly simpler, it is mandatory to reduce the bandwidth needed, by employing innovative video compression technologies. Effectively reducing the bandwidth means reducing the complexity, while preserving the source image quality with a zero-frame latency. Reducing bandwidth enables the use of a lower-cost network infrastructure and access to more commercial off-the-shelf equipment. This is combined with a support of more video streams and higher resolutions within a more userfriendly network, such as 1GbE (ideally), or 10GbE. The approach of using intoPIX innovative technologies such as the TICO and JPEG2000 is already bringing tremendous advantages in cost of ownership for those who have adopted it. We have built innovative compression solutions – enabling interoperability – to carry HD, 4K, and 8K over cost-effective networks for AV distribution. With zero-frame latency processing (down to less than 0.1ms), lossless quality, low consumption on CPU or GPU, and low footprint on FPGA, it enables the necessary reduction of operating bandwidth to build greater solutions. It is expected to be one of the major business drivers for a faster adoption of AV/IP-based workflows, as it significantly lowers the cost to operate, while enabling transmission of multiple HD, 4K, 8K video streams over IP networks with the best quality.

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Style and flexibility for tour guides LINKX ELECTRONICS Stand: 7-P185 The eTour tour guide range from Linkx of Taiwan welcomes a new member, the TG-288A digital UHF one way tour guide system. The TG-288A has an elegant appearance, a comfortable grip, a user-friendly interface and a large LCD display showing channel number, volumes, battery level and receiver signal strength. It has been designed to provide secure and stable transmission with clear digital audio quality, says the company. A choice of rechargeable and disposable AA battery options caters for a variety of uses, with a runtime of approximately 10 hours per charge. Charging is available via a micro-USB port as well as the optional 2/12/35-slot charging cases. The receiver automatically powers off when not in use. The TG-288A has an individual mic input and aux input on the

transmitter and a separate earphone output and aux level output on the receiver, providing a flexible solution for group guide applications. External multimedia devices such as smartphones and MP3 players can be connected to the aux input to wirelessly transmit content to the receivers. Content can also be captured by connecting a recorder to the aux output.

Linkx Electronics eTour TG-288A transmitter and receiver

Safe and secure communications BOSCH SECURITY SYSTEMS Stand: 3-B90 Among a host of products at its ISE 2018 stand, Bosch Security Systems is showing its Paviro Public Address and Voice Evacuation System. Paviro uses IP technology to provide a highly flexible, reliable and secure system solution with superior audio quality and low latency, claims the company. It can be interconnected with other devices such as PCs or laptops over IP protocol, allowing for remote control, diagnostics and maintenance via the internet. The Paviro system’s IP functionality and connectivity is achieved via the Dante network interface module (OM-1) from Bosch. This makes it possible to create a 16-channel Dante audio network between the individual controllers. The network configuration

provides redundant channels for safety purposes – in an emergency these channels will always work for evacuation signals, even if a controller loses network communication. Bosch is also showing its LB20 series of compact loudspeakers for installed applications. The series includes 4in, 5.25in, and 8in 2-way models with a matching dual-10in subwoofer, allowing users to select a suitable model for a specific space.

The range of LB20 compact speakers from Bosch

Leisure and hospitality the theme OPTOMA Stand: 1-N80 With leisure and hospitality the theme of its stand, Optoma is showcasing a range of interactive solutions at ISE 2018. The company is demonstrating both professional AV and home applications.

Products on show include new ultra-bright lampless laser phosphor and 4K single chip DLP projection for the business, education, professional installation and home entertainment markets. Optoma is also featuring its expanded range of professional accessories, including what it says is a unique dome lens that the

Delivering the benefits of SDVoE CHRISTIE Stand: 1-H70 Bringing its Terra line-up of products to ISE for the first time is Christie. Terra comprises an expanding series of transmitters, receivers, Terra is designed to enable the creation of SDVoE-compliant systems control hardware and software. It is designed to enable the delivery capability, from player to design and integration of Software display. According to the company, Defined Video over Ethernet (SDVoE)Terra helps customers leverage the compliant systems – Christie is a benefits of the SDVoE Alliance, which founding member of the SDVoE alliance. promises a standardised approach With Terra, Christie says it offers to maximise the scale, scope and a complete native 4K, 4:4:4 content user experience of AV-over-IP system

Custom integration range evolving FOCAL

Stand: 14-C145 Making its custom integration range more accessible, Focal is launching the 100 Series loudspeaker to complement the mid-range 300 Series. These two lines are mostly dedicated to the home audio market. Each speaker driver combines Focal technologies and expertise to offer high levels of performance, says the company. The 100 Series, which is

All LB20 models offer Boschengineered components for ‘superior sound quality, low profile looks and robust reliability’ for a wide range of applications, says the company. These include retail environments, conference rooms, sports venues and houses of worship. All models are paintable and IP54-certified for weather resistance; an IP65 weatherproof version is available for the 5.25in loudspeaker cabinet and the subwoofer models. Bosch is also displaying its IP-based Dicentis conference system, which includes five discussion devices.

company says is perfect for noncomplex mapping; a range of signal processors; and a new standalone wireless presentation tool. Joe Ahmed, head of marketing at Optoma, said: “We are demonstrating some unique leisure and hospitality installations. This sector has seen dramatic growth and we are unveiling even more innovative applications for projection, embracing the flexibility and breadth of our product range.”

architecture and performance. Built on standardised SDVoE technology, Christie Terra solutions support video formats up to 4K at 60Hz and transport and process uncompressed, zero-frame latency, artefact-free video over 10G Ethernet components. Christie’s executive vice president, content management and processing, Clark Williams, said: “Christie has broad experience with image processing and AV-over-IP applications, which makes us well positioned to produce products and solutions that provide superior quality and higher performance than traditional AV system designs. We are proud to deliver Christie Terra as a new SDVoE-compliant solution. It marks the beginning of an entirely new way of working that improves AV distribution, processing and management.” launching at ISE 2018, combines interiors with discretion with inceiling loudspeakers, and offers compact design thanks to the speaker driver’s basket and chassis being redesigned as one piece. Members of the 100 and 300 Series are equipped with magnetic grilles that cover the entire loudspeaker, making the edges seamless for optimal integration. Whether they are used as in-ceiling or in-wall loudspeakers, they require no tools to install, offering ease and speed of installation, claims Focal. Complementing the mid-range 300 Series [pictured] is the new 100 Series

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Sharing insights on changing nature of workplace AVI-SPL Stand: 11-B130 AVI-SPL was among the companies sharing their insights at the Smart Building Conference, which took place on Monday here at the RAI Amsterdam. With changing demands in the workplace driving workspace design, thought leaders at the conference explored the new technologies and business

strategies that are affecting the shape of the workplace and the buildings they are in. Attendees discussed how – by focusing on activity-based work environments, positive workplace experiences and a fluid workforce – AV and UC technology can open new avenues of collaboration. Daniel Rogers, vice president of enterprise accounts for AVI-SPL, was among the delegates. “We help clients create workplaces that are more agile so they can quickly

respond to changes and produce better outcomes for their teams and business,” he said. “One of the ways we do that is through solutions that emphasise the team as the basic building block of an organisation’s work.” To continue this conversation, a conference room at the AVI-SPL stand is available for visitors who want to schedule meetings with AVI-SPL’s experts and discuss best practices in creating spaces for digital collaboration.

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Multi-touch interactive table displays form part of AVI-SPL integrated solution for the Boeing Collaboration Center in Virginia, USA

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Stand: 14-C230 Described as a ‘unique way to play media’, DAL is introducing Silhouette, a mixture of video and white light remotely filtered through a pictogram of any size, shape or text. Viewers can only see the video where the filter is, while the unfiltered area remains white from the backlight of the LCD screen. Silhouette is aimed at use in commercial buildings, for indoor signage, corporate events, trade shows and architectural

Silhouette is a distinctive way to play media within a remote filtered pictogram

applications, or other venues where a creative, eye-catching display is required.

The Korean company is showcasing its 23.8in and 32in Silhouette systems at ISE 2018.

On-wall sub keeps low profile STEALTH ACOUSTICS Stand: 5-R110 The Image III Sub is being showcased, a low-profile on-wall subwoofer, with a broad range of finishing customisation options. Stealth Acoustics says the new addition allows installers to experience subwoofer bass audio response as part of a total Image III on-wall speaker solution. When the Image III Sub is

combined with matching Image III full-range speakers and Stealth’s flat screen concealment system, CoverArt, a tri-part speaker-artspeaker panorama that Stealth calls ‘Trilogy’ is created. Steve Olszewski, vice president at Stealth Acoustics, said: “Interior designers and homeowners care about how a living or functional space looks and also about providing quality sound reproduction that complement those décor outcomes. Now, by adding a subwoofer to our

Lexington and Kensington seating models are being showcased on the Hall 1 stand of the home cinema, media room, residential and contract seating company Fortress. Specifically, the company is showing off a Lexington two-seat common arm unit upholstered in Luxtan Dark Brown leather with Brown Ultra Suede accent for inset back pillows. Its two-cushion framed back features a slender profile and is constructed with what the company claims is just the right amount of lumbar support for longterm comfort. The featured Lexington unit also includes a motorised incline mechanism.

The Kensington model on show is similarly finished. Gabi Wolper, vice president of Fortress Seating, said: “The Lexington and Kensington are great options for home cinema and media rooms alike because they offer distinctive support mechanisms that make them very comfortable to sit in for extended periods of time. Their slender profile and well-proportioned medium back height make specifying perfect sight lines to the screen from every seat in the room easy.” Fortress Seating says it prides itself on its wide range of accessories, with over 35 options available to allow the integrator or homeowner to create seating solutions to fit the environment and application. The slender two-seater Lexington features a motorised incline mechanism

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Camera first for 1080p NDI workflows NEWTEK

At the heart of NewTek’s IP approach is royalty-free NDI technology. All of these products utilise NDI version 3, the third generation of NewTek’s IP video technology standard. Version 3 provides advanced features and performance improvements while maintaining full forward and backward compatibility. To complete the full end-toend IP workflow, NewTek is also demoing MediaDS, a real-time media encoding with live streaming video delivery platform. It is joined by TalkShow, a multi-channel videocalling production system, and the 4K-capable IP Series – a softwaredriven, modular video production system.

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The NDI HX – which according to Newtek is the world’s first Network Device Interface (NDI) pan/tilt/ zoom camera with video, audio, PTZ control, tally and power via one standard Ethernet cable – is on show at ISE 2018. This 20x zoom IP video camera can transmit full 3G 1080p 60 video directly to NDI-compatible products across a standard network, including LiveStream Studio, SplitmediaLabs XSplit, Streamstar, OBS Studio, StudioCoast vMix, Telestream Wirecast and NewTek TriCaster. Also being demoed at NewTek’s stand are Connect Spark portable NDI converters. These devices are designed to bring SDI or HDMI video signals into a computer or onto an IP network, either wired or wirelessly, and include tally and direct recording. Connect Spark also records directly on the unit to SD cards or USB drives, controllable from a web interface. NewTek is also showing its award-winning TriCaster TC1 and IP Series; these systems provide switching, streaming, recording in HD, 3G and 4K The NDI HX PTZ camera offers IP video via a single Ethernet cable UHD 60p on all inputs.

Luxurious speaker hits highs and lows WATERFALL AUDIO

The LCR500 is suitable for rooms measuring between 25sqm and 100sqm

Stand: 5-S90, 5-S95 Designed for luxury home cinema environments, Waterfall Audio’s new LCR500 – part of its Pro Custom Series – is making its ISE debut. The company describes it as a high performance in-wall LCR Cinema speaker with very high power handling, low directivity and low distortion. Said to be suitable for rooms measuring between 25sqm and 100sqm, it is capable of peak power of 750W, with an efficiency of 92dB. Frequency response is 60Hz-28kHz. The speaker comprises two 7in Atohm LD180 bass drivers; a 6in Atohm LD150 midrange driver; and

an 11in Atohm SD 28 tweeter. The 180mm Absolute Series Atohm drivers are claimed to produce excellent power handling – both thermal and mechanical – enabling them to reach the highest sound levels with very low levels of distortion. The midrange driver is equipped with a machined

A touch of glass

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Stand: 11-D110 Traditionally, collaboration has meant video and audio conferencing with users interacting with each other using cameras and speakers. Now, a fresh class of usable interactive

products, such as InGlass from Flatfrog, is significantly transforming collaboration, which in turn can boost communications and, ultimately, productivity. Flatfrog is demonstrating how its InGlass technology solutions can help to transform collaborative possibilities. The optical technology

aluminium phase plug and new components resulting, says Waterfall, in precise, refined and very dynamic sound reproduction over a wide frequency range. Dimensions are 570mm x 197mm x 751mm, and weight is 31kg. It is intended to be installed behind an acoustically transparent screen.

is based on advanced optomechanics and signal processing, and works when light is injected into a transparent medium and extracted at the opposite side. An object touching the surface causes a disturbance that’s detected on the receiver end, and advanced signal processing performs Flatfrog’s 1D to 2D reconstruction. InGlass technology already features in products from the likes of Dell, Newline and NEC.

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Delphiniums with decibels JAMES LOUDSPEAKER Stand: 7-P205 When is a speaker not a speaker? When it’s a plant pot. Don’t believe us? Then check out the new Omni Planter landscape speaker range from James Loudspeaker. Engineered for applications where in-ground solutions are not practical, Omni Planter speakers incorporate a down-firing subwoofer and deliver 360° of sparkling clear entertainment, claims the company. Each of the three models accommodates a decorative The new Omni Planter landscape speaker plant of choice nestled range from James Loudspeaker into the top section of the all-aluminium, powderapplications include rockscape coated loudspeaker enclosure, areas or any other environment available in an array of standard where traditional satellite/ and custom colours. Typical subwoofer combinations cannot

be installed. The Omni Planters are also intended for large open seating venues, such as outdoor theatres, which demand detailed and dynamic coverage as well as high output. Custom colours and configurations are available, including units without rear-firing satellites when situated in a corner or against a wall. Sturdy, tamper-proof brackets and bolts allow the Omni Planter to suit commercial applications and aid securing to solid surfaces, such as concrete. List prices range from $2,400 for the Omni Planter 89AT4-P with 3in satellites and an 8in subwoofer to $3,400 for the Omni Planter 129AT4-P with 6in satellites and a 12in subwoofer.

New construction, retrofit and solid surface tablet mounts WALL-SMART Stand: 2-E90 Expanding its offering for tablets used in the smart building industry, Wall-Smart is at ISE 2018 showcasing new construction, retrofit and solid surface mounts for the latest iPads and Samsung tablets. With the ever-changing market, there is a need to keep up with the latest popular devices in the industry, notes the company. Tablets are commonly used as they provide a multi-purpose solution for homeowners and commercial customers alike. Wall-Smart is presenting new flush mount solutions for the latest iPads from Apple, such as the 10.5in

Flush mount solutions for the latest iPads from Apple and tablets from Samsung are here at ISE

iPad Pro, iPad 2017, and 12.9in iPad Pro, including retrofit and solid surface mounts to accommodate all installation needs. It has also developed new construction and retrofit mounts for the Galaxy Tab A6 series, as well as for DB-E 10.1in. For the commercial market, Wall-Smart is offering hidden lock mounts that keep tablets secured in the wall, and allow access to the device only with a special magnetic key. Galia Ben-Dor, coCEO at Wall-Smart, said: “The secured mounts still maintain the flush and seamless look while providing another functionality to the installers and end customers.”

Digital marketing solutions on show

ACER

Stand: 15-C220 For the second time, Acer Being Signage (ABS) has joined parent company Acer in exhibiting at ISE. This year, ABS presents three live scenarios for digital signage: digital marketing in supermarkets; digital advertising in public spaces; and the use of Acer projectors in schools. On stand is a real-time operation of a digital signage solution for a supermarket scenario which Acer introduced last year. Meanwhile, advertising videos and information are shown being broadcast via picturemachine4 and the Acer Cloud to a large display, as the Acer cloudbased BI (business intelligence)

software, Being Audience Rating, analyses visitor flow and audience reaction. In addition to live audience analysis, Being Audience Rating is also able to suggest potential products to cross-sell. For example, if a visitor reaches for coffee, a recommendation for milk will appear on the display. This crossselling feature is enabled by ABS cloud-based software, using a proximity sensor to observe customer behaviour. The ABS collection of products and solutions, including picturemachine4, Acer Being Audience Rating, BI Dashboards and the Acer portfolio of large screens and projectors can all be seen and experienced on the Acer stand.

Remotes make European debut ELAN Stand: 1-N50 Extending a commitment to ‘delivering the ultimate personalised smart home experience’, Elan is giving two new remote controllers their European debut. The Elan HR30 is designed for whole home control, while the Elan HR10 is targeted at media rooms and other single room installations. Mike Jordan, vice president of product management at Elan, said: “The intuitive new interface of the HR30 and HR10 further elevates the smart home experience. For homeowners, the remote is the main touch-point in the system, so the Elan team worked with homeowners and dealers alike to create the most intuitive experience possible, personalised to the users’ lifestyle.” The HR30 allows users to control the entire home – lighting, climate, multiple media rooms, security systems, and so on. A quick tap or swipe accesses favourite content and set ‘scenes’ in the home. Below the screen are three customisable buttons for instant personalised

The new HR10 is designed for media rooms

access to music, movies, and lighting. The lower priced Elan HR10 is compatible with all current Elan system controllers and features a 2.4in colour LCD screen. Like the HR30, it features three customisable buttons, and its accelerometer ensures it wakes instantly when needed. Both the HR30 and HR10 include a charging base.

Smart splitter switched on to audio Delivering a true connection ARX SYSTEMS Stand: 6-E160 The NetSplit Dante Digital-toAnalogue Distribution Splitter is being launched at ISE 2018. It uses the Dante network protocol to extract audio from a network and convert it to studio quality transformer-isolated, low-latency analogue audio. This makes it suitable for connecting to multiple amplifiers, powered loudspeaker

arrays, mixing consoles and other analogue audio devices using standard Ethernet hardware and cabling. The NetSplit is switchable into either of two input modes, Dante or analogue. In Dante mode, it will extract two channels of digital audio from the network via an RJ45 Ethernet input, and split them into two channels of 1:4 splitter/ distribution amplifier. In analogue mode, it can take two channels of analogue audio, and split them

into two channels of 1:4 splitter/ distribution amplifier. Colin Park, managing director of ARX Systems, said: “Dante has become the long-awaited standard for digital audio distribution in production and install professional audio. The new NetSplit is the second product in our Dante-enabled range, which we’ll be further developing and expanding throughout 2018.” The company is also releasing its Network DI Dante Digital-toAnalogue Breakout Box at the show.

ARX is launching the NetSplit Dante Digital-to-Analogue Distribution Splitter

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our goal is to connect people with media content at its purest form, in any given environment, without any loss of quality. FiberSmith’s definition of a ‘True Connection’ is to deliver the pure, rich and meaningful impact that media content carries.”

In this era that seeks speed and efficiency, FiberSmith is introducing ‘True Connection’ portable products at ISE. HDMI A to HDMI A, and USB Type-C to HDMI FiberSmith cables and A active optical cables for connections, on show at ISE mobile devices are on show. Said the company: “FiberSmith is committed to researching and developing ways for people to experience media content at its fullest, while maintaining a steady grasp of the rapidly changing tech industry. By using fibre optic technology,

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Mirror glass avoids compromise

VIDEOTREE

Stand: 5-V100 Announced in October, Illusion XT Glass is making its ISE debut. Illusion XT is developed in house by Videotree, which claims it provides ‘unparalleled reflection levels and unhindered picture quality’. The mirror TV glass is designed to address the compromise the company believes is often made between mirror quality and image quality.

Illusion XT Glass has a low-iron composition. This, the company says, removes the greenish-blue tint that can often be seen on glass, meaning that the mirror is completely clear and entirely silver. The industrial-quality display is bonded directly to the glass for optimum viewing ability. Viewtree claims that competing products use only a single layer of dielectric coating, while Illusion XT uses eight fine layers for maximum reflectiveness.

A TV made with Illusion XT Glass resembles a completely clear and entirely silver mirror

The bezel-less screen behind the glass is a full HD LED display with a TV tuner, a wide range of inputs, and optional IPTV connectivity. This makes it suitable for applications in marine applications, hospitality, digital signage and health and leisure resorts among others. Videotree mirror televisions measure as little as 41mm in depth. They are available in a wide range of finishes and bespoke framing and speaker options.

4K encoding and decoding to the power of ten KEY DIGITAL Stand: 1-M60 The KD-IP922 system 4K encoder/ decoder has been introduced. Designed for distributed video, videowalls and USB/KVM data, it is suitable for applications including training, remote collaboration, command centre operations, courts, councils and conferences. The encoder/decoder supports up to ten vertical and ten horizontal displays, and the videowall configuration can be

adjusted via Key Digital’s universal management PC software, the Key Digital App, or via any professional control system. With KVM/USB connectivity, the KD-IP922 system marks Key Digital’s entry into emergency and network operations centre applications. The encoder features a USB Type B connector while the decoder features two USB Type A connectors. It is designed for optimum KVM control of a connected PC, but may also be used for data transfer with synchronous devices such as data

discs or isochronous devices such as webcams. Both the encoder and the decoder of the KD-IP922 feature

two HDMI ports. The second HDMI port for the encoder acts as a HDMI pass-through for local monitors. The decoder’s second

HDMI port is for connecting local digital video sources and creates a 2x1 switch for the end-point display.

The KD-IP922 system 4K encoder/decoder is designed for distributed video

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Portable speaker set for heavy duty EARTHQUAKE SOUND Stand: 5-R95 Comprising two 4x4in array speakers and one 12in subwoofer with a built-in 1000W amplifier (400W RMS), the DJ-Quake 2.1 portable speaker system features balanced (XLR/TRS) and unbalanced (RCA/AUX) line inputs. Earthquake has also added a digital media player (MP3) with USB, SD and Bluetooth inputs. It sports master and sub volume controls, as well as a 0-180° phase switch and remote control, while stands and cables are included. The unit is designed to be heavy duty, featuring a reinforced cabinet with handles, and either 110V or 220V can be selected. Also on show is the company’s first wireless in-wall amplifier. The IW-BTA250 two-channel stereo amplifier can accept signal through the front panel 3.5mm stereo mini jack and via Bluetooth connection. With the provided 24V DC power supply and cable adapter, it can

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The DJ-Quake 2.1 portable speaker system features a reinforced cabinet with handles

produce 50W RMS per channel at 4 ohms. The PUMP-12 passive radiator module is also being demonstrated

at ISE. Earthquake says the PUMP12, essentially two horn-loaded 12in passive radiators, has many different applications and uses.

PTZ camera for any VC system LUMENS DIGITAL OPTICS Stand: 1-M140 On show on the Lumens stand is the company’s VC-B30U HD PTZ USB 3.0 camera. The PTZ camera comes in full HD/1080p, operating at 60fps and featuring a 12x optical zoom lens. It’s designed for educational classrooms, meeting rooms, medical facilities and other similar environments. It has a 72° horizontal view angle, making it appropriate for installation in medium- to large-sized rooms, and can be mounted on a wall, table or cart. The camera has a pan angle from -100° to +100°, and a tilting angle from -30° to +30°. According to Lumens, the VC-B30U is compatible with any videoconferencing software running on any operating system that supports USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 devices. Up to 128 user-defined preset modes are supported. The unit

comes with a three-year warranty. Also being demonstrated is the VC-A50P Full HD PTZ IP camera. With power able to be supplied through PoE, the Ethernet glass-toglass latency is less than 120ms. The VC-A50P PTZ features a 20x

optical zoom and includes HDMI and 3G-SDI. In addition, the camera also has 3DNR for noise reduction. It is designed for broadcasting, government, houses of worship, medical, entertainment and other environments. The Lumens VC-B30U PTZ camera delivers full HD images

World’s first round large touchscreen revealed DISPLAX Stand: 8-G255 Over the past few years, several US patents have been granted to Displax for the ‘first and only’ circular large multi-touch touchscreen using the company’s proprietary projected capacitive technology. The new product is released and being showcased at ISE 2018.

Open up to IP video door stations

In 2011, Displax introduced the world’s first multi-touch projected capacitive product. Since then the company says it has been innovating and releasing products that continue to deliver better experiences to its customers. Miguel Fonseca, Displax CEO, said: “We keep on the path of innovation with the touchscreen and this new product demonstrates our commitment in bringing new and improved solutions

to everyone that works with us.” As well as the round touchscreen, Displax is also showcasing its complete product line-up, including the Skin Ultra, Skin Fit and Skin Dualtouch solutions. Displax’s CTO Pedro Marques said: “We are always looking at reducing latency, with a faster than ever response time and increased accuracy from the sophisticated digital contents that our clients can benefit from.”

Recognising the need to expand its repertoire to encapsulate more sophisticated installation requirements for IP video door systems, DoorBird is showcasing its D21X Series at ISE 2018. DoorBird claims its new series of multi-tenant solutions offer more comfort, multi-family solutions and increased security, with ‘a high individuality factor in a sophisticated and high quality design’. Integrated RFID technology enables keyless access while adhering to high safety standards. In addition, the new generation offers sensitive echo and noise suppression, and two individually configurable switching relays, as well as a motion sensor with ‘4D technology’. With its larger keypad units, users have the option to operate a full-colour digital display, which allows visitors to scroll and select their destination. The display is also triggered by a motion sensor,

greeting guests before they’ve even pushed a button. Alternatively it can be used without the digital display. The IP Video Door Station D2101V is flush mounted in brushed stainless steel with a bronze finish

Razor sharp lighting for big stages CHAUVET PROFESSIONAL Stand: 7-R250 The Chauvet Professional Maverick series, featuring moving spots, beams, washes and hybrids, has been making its presence felt on tours and at festivals and clubs. Now Chauvet predicts that its line, which it describes as ‘groundbreaking’, will be turning up at an even wider variety of applications with the introduction of the Maverick MK2 Profile. Featuring a four-blade framing shutter system with rotation and dual-axis movement for each shutter, the Maverick MK2 Profile allows users to shape and size beams with great precision, says Chauvet. The iris, three-facet motorised rotating prism and motorised frost provide added beam control for the fixture. The first profile light in the Maverick series, the 440W LED moving yoke fixture has been designed to perform a wide variety of functions in theatrical, house of worship,

touring and event applications. With an illuminance of up to 14,981 lux at 5m, a zoom angle of 13° to 37°, and a colour rendering index of 90, Chauvet says the new fixture has the output needed for large venues, and the ability to produce a range of beam sizes. The Maverick MK2 Profile offers an advanced framing shutter system and high CRI

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FEATURE Virtual and augmented reality in the pro AV world Can VR technology at last be showing its promise beyond the games industry? Steve Montgomery views it as a big opportunity for the professional AV sector Following general availability of commercial virtual reality (VR) products around late 2014 and early 2015, the vast majority of VR devices have been absorbed in the domestic market as games enthusiasts seize the opportunity to add greater realism and immersion to their hobby. A buoyant games development industry has developed to feed the sector with VR content and applications. By 2016, sales of headsets had reached 10 million units per year and the technology had been fully established as both viable and highly desirable. Its mass market appeal attracted the attention of industry giants, and today companies including Samsung, Google, Microsoft and HTC are actively developing and promoting headsets and displays. The companies work closely with content creators to develop applications that cover a wide spectrum of domestic, leisure, commercial and educational sectors. Beyond games Fierce competition and heavy investment in product development served to reduce the cost of VR devices. At the same time, content creation tools, such as Autodesk VRED, were developed to enable creative agencies to easily produce appropriate applications. And thanks to this, VR technology is now extending beyond the games industry. Users in many other fields recognise the economic possibilities that immersive, highly responsive and personal interaction with visual content brings. Industry research organisations have

identified significant interest in VR, along with augmented reality (AR), for non-gaming applications. This can be found in commercial, enterprise, leisure and education verticals such as retail, healthcare, automotive, training and real estate. There’s interest too in product design and development; primarily architecture, engineering and construction. According to ABI Research, the technology is set to reach over 256 million users by 2022, in an industry that is expected to generate revenues of over $60 billion. ABI Research states while the consumer market is expected to account for most of the market’s revenue, the commercial and enterprise space will expand significantly. This will, it predicts, become more important to device manufacturers and content providers and is likely to account for roughly 40% of the market. Enterprises are keen to exploit the benefits offered by immersive systems. Particularly of interest is the ability to provide training environments that can accurately simulate dangerous situations and avoid costly travel and equipment-related expenses. In many cases, consumer-centric VR headsets, controllers, and tracking systems can be used with few modifications. Several leading energy, power and offshore oil companies have already installed immersive training systems to safely train personnel to deal with perilous situations. In other examples, such as retail and marketing, the technology is paying dividends. ABI Research reports that retailer Walmart has

Taking back control

AVONIC

Stand: 15-W300 Following the success of Avonic’s first pan-tilt-zoom camera controller, the company is launching the more advanced controller, the AV-CON300, at ISE 2018. The company says it combines ‘ease of use with advanced control capabilities’, while giving direct control over manual focus, pan/tilt/zoomspeed, iris, brightness and B/G colour corrections. The layout of the controller makes it suitable for many solutions like education, churches, webcast studios, courtrooms, council halls and

The AV-CON300 can control up to 50 cameras, using 10 presets per camera.

broadcast, claims the company. The controller can connect to up to 50 cameras using RS485 or RS232 and supports the standard Visca, Pelco-D and Pelco-P control protocols with

baud rates up to 38400. Users can store and recall 10 presets per camera, totalling 500 presets. All of these cameras are easily controlled using the highprecision 3D-axis joystick.

Solstice has wider language support in hand MERSIVE TECHNOLOGIES Stand: 14-N130 Support for five new languages in the Solstice wireless collaboration solution for meeting and learning spaces has been introduced at ISE 2018. Mersive says its softwarebased product line supports any number of connected users streaming any amount of content to in-room

displays from laptops and mobile devices. The update adds support for French, Spanish, Italian, German, and traditional Chinese within Solstice. The company claims that through better collaboration, Solstice drives improved decision-making and meeting results. As well the addition of Jeff Meyer as EMEA general manager in 2017, Mersive says the expansion of inproduct language support reflects the company’s goal to better serve global

deployed VR technology to train its staff, and is planning to extend deployment of the technology in its 200 training centres. In the product design and architectural sectors, VR display using headsets, CAVE Automatic Virtual Environments, and even enormous multi-walled, high-resolution LED walls offer views of products and buildings that could previously only be created using expensive and inflexible models. VR gives designers, and their clients, the ability to move around, or through, a future object or building, identify shortcomings and make instant changes. Opportunities for integrators Organisations interested in using VR are the same as those targeted by AV system integrators; the technology they need to acquire and install requires a similar level of integration expertise to that of the general AV presentation, collaboration and distribution systems that are today’s AV bread-and-butter work. In addition to the VR display system, users need the additional services and products that the AV community is expert in providing: audio systems, computer installation, network connectivity and management as well as maintenance and ongoing product support. Virtual and augmented reality technology presents an enormous opportunity to the professional AV sector. • Don’t miss the XR Technology Zone – in the Park Foyer at the rear of Hall 8 – for practical applications of VR, AR and mixed reality technology.

Crestron integration announced BASALTE Stand: 5-R120 Best known for its KNX switches, Belgian smart home company Basalte is announcing at ISE 2018 that its Sentido switch and Auro motion sensor now natively integrate with Crestron systems, as part of the Crestron Integrated Partner Program. They directly connect to the Cresnet bus and are programmed in SIMPL Windows. Both products are shipping now. Sentido is a touch-sensitive switch that is divided into two or four equal surfaces, each with its own functionalities. The entire surface of Sentido is touch sensitive and allows lights, shades and scenes to be operated. It

also has an internal temperature sensor which discreetly reports the temperature to the home automation system. The multicolour LED backlight can be used for status feedback, or simply to light up Sentido in the dark. The Auro motion sensor is described by Basalte as small, fast and almost invisible. It only requires an opening of 43mm, making it easy to install, says the company. Auro has a built-in light sensor for light-dependent switching, dimming and controlling scenes and can behave differently during day or night. With a vertical detection angle of 90°, it has a detection area with a 5m diameter when installed at a height of 2.5m, suiting it for deployment in hallways, toilets and small rooms. The Sentido switch can now connect directly to the Cresnet bus

markets. In 2017, Mersive saw strong growth and broad adoption of its Solstice products across education and corporate markets in Europe. Mersive is also showing other new developments for its Solstice product suite in Hall 14 including room scheduling, improved integration with VTC room system, an expanded set of API calls, and the introduction of Solstice Kepler cloud-based room monitoring.

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Taking touchscreen technology forward BAANTO Stand: 11-B110 The latest advancements in its ShadowSense touch technology that are said to be ‘faster, more powerful and slimmer’, are on show on Baanto’s stand. Visitors to Hall 11 can see ShadowSense being used in reallife applications and learn about the features that Baanto says makes it a versatile touch interface, with usage in digital signage, healthcare and corporate boardrooms. For example, ShadowSense allows

for the use of virtually any input device, from a gloved finger to a brush, or a passive stylus. It can also distinguish between valid inputs and those caused by accidental contamination. Highlights on the Baanto stand include a ShadowSense frame with a redesigned pen and eraser, which provides users with a ‘seamless inking experience’, according to the company. There are also demonstrations of a boardroom presentation solution using Vizetto’s Reactiv Stage software, a 120in interactive videowall that uses Baanto’s Modular Touch System, as well as demonstrations of ShadowSense’s enhanced shape

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recognition feature, which can detect different objects placed on a touch table without using markers. John La, director of product marketing at Baanto, said: “With the proliferation of interactive displays in boardrooms, huddle spaces and meeting rooms we want visitors to ISE to experience first-hand our exceptional writing and touch capabilities. The release of our nextgeneration hardware, along with recent advancements in our firmware, have made writing on a ShadowSense touchscreen as natural and responsive as writing on a standard whiteboard.”

Unified control system ETC

Stand: 15-R260 The lighting, dimming and controls manufacturer is showcasing a selection of its scalable architectural lighting control solutions on its ISE stand. ETC’s collection is aimed at installations of all sizes and budgets – from a single room to office complexes, large museums, convention centres and entire theme parks.

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allows users to preview video from any remote location with internet access, start and stop recording,

EPIPHAN VIDEO Stand: 11-C115

The AV Studio and Pearl Mini video production systems are Epiphan Video’s key products on show at ISE 2018. AV Studio is a cloud-based system that makes recording video for events with multiple speakers and break-out rooms ‘easy’ so AV professionals can offer customers more affordable video services. It

Trying out Baanto’s ShadowSense touch screen technology

The Epiphan Pearl Mini video production system pictured in a streaming scenario

Unison Paradigm offers comprehensive control and sophisticated facility-lighting and building systems integration, claims the company. It features a green-minded energy management system that capitalises on daylight harvesting, occupancy sensing and time schedules for maximum electricity and budget savings, plus the power to speak with different devices from different manufacturers over the same control system.

The Unison Echo control system offers flexible, intelligent and scalable control. It ranges from turning lights on and off and multiple presets, to daylighting and occupancy controls for energy savings, or the ability to control hue, saturation and intensity of colourchanging LED luminaires. Unison Mosaic is a control solution that allows users to merge show control, LEDs, moving lights, media effects and more ‘into a single work of art’, says the company.

upload recordings to the cloud and do all editing remotely. AV Studio lets you do low-touch editing on batches of recordings, cut heads and tails, add a pre roll and a post roll, and should aid quick delivery of final videos. Dave Kirk, vice president of marketing for Epiphan, said: “Fewer people on the ground means greater savings. Just think – you have one person at the conference setting up the encoders, and someone else in a different city controlling the recording and editing. Why lug around a bunch of expensive computer hardware to render

hours of footage on-site, when you can do all that in the cloud from anywhere using your laptop?” Epiphan is also previewing its Pearl Mini all-in-one video production system that’s said to be ‘small in size yet big on pro features’. It can record, stream and switch up to two HD inputs. Pearl Mini can also capture embedded HDMI or SDI audio, or use the XLR, TRS and RCA inputs for pro-level audio from mixers and sound equipment. A drag and drop interface lets you create picturein-picture layouts with custom backgrounds and insert branding overlays.

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Samsung enables ISE 2018 attendees to scale ‘The Wall’ After garnering industry buzz as one of the most celebrated products at CES 2018, Samsung will once again demonstrate how its modular MicroLED display plans to knock down the walls that obstruct an ideal customer viewing experience. Dubbed ‘The Wall’ and spanning 146 inches in size, Samsung’s latest innovation delivers brilliant visuals without restrictions to size, resolution or form. The Wall is the industry’s first self-emitting modular display to operate through micrometer-scale LEDs (MicroLED), which serve as their own light source and eliminate the need for colour filters or backlights. This specialized composition captures viewers’ eyes through exceptional brightness, a broad, high-volume colour gamut and deep black colour representation surpassing that available through standard LED alternatives. Consumers also benefit from The Wall’s durability and long-term efficiency. Besides consistent luminance, the modular MicroLED display offers an enduring light source lifespan and extensive power consumption, preventing the need for frequent maintenance or part replacement. Additionally, consumers can customize The Wall to suit their space dimensions.

The Wall offers a range of variable size and shape configurations, with viewers able to select the alignment that best fits their operational needs while optimizing comfort. The display’s module-based, bezel-free

design also widens the viewing space while maintaining a sleek, stylish appearance. The Wall is another milestone in Samsung’s efforts to define the future of viewing

experience, delivering next-level visuals while integrating seamlessly into daily life. See it first-hand at ISE 2018. Stand: 4-S100

Samsung Cinema LED technology displays an ISE blockbuster display’s exceptional visuals with industry-best crystal-clear audio. A collaboration with HARMAN and its renowned JBL brand amplifies onscreen content with crisp, accurate and balanced sound and further entrances viewers.

While entertainment consumption channels have evolved overall, the cinema industry has been slow to follow. For more than 120 years, cinemas have relied on tried-and-true projectors and screens that, while efficient, are no longer that exciting – especially for tech-savvy consumers who have gravitated towards powerful and visually-compelling at-home displays and streaming technologies instead. For the modern cinema, technological evolution is no longer a ‘nice to have’, but rather a ‘must’ to remain relevant and profitable. Cinemas must reposition themselves as a destination for a viewing experience that consumers simply cannot enjoy at home or anywhere else. As the ‘cinema of the future’ takes shape, Samsung Electronics is prepared to play a starring role. The company’s new Samsung Cinema LED screen is the first of its kind, and fosters a more captivating and vibrant environment guaranteed to intrigue even the most dedicated cinema consumers. Through advanced visual features and true-to-life presentation, the Samsung

Cinema LED screen empowers more realistic and creative storytelling. This Digital Cinema Initiatives (DCI) certified display brings the visual power of High Dynamic Range (HDR) picture to the silver screen, elevating brightness to levels nearly 10 times greater than those offered by the standard cinema projector.

4K (4,096 x 2,160) resolution maintains universal clarity and focus, while ultracontrast and low-tone greyscale enliven whites, colours and blacks with greater accuracy and precision. In crafting the futuristic theatre, Samsung has paired this Cinema LED

Samsung also recognizes that the ‘theatre of the future’ has functionality beyond traditional film presentation. Whereas standard projectors often lose colour quality as brightness increases, Samsung Cinema LED display can raise both variables simultaneously and keep content visible in both dark and welllit conditions. This versatility further enables managers to pursue new and exciting content avenues within their venues, ranging from business meeting facilitation and concert and sporting event simulcasting to on-site gaming tournaments. At ISE 2018, Samsung is proud to showcase its vision for the “theatre of the future,” and we invite attendees to sample this one-of-a-kind, immersive viewing experience first-hand. Stand: 4-S100

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Version 9.0 of kompas finds its way to ISE

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Stand: 10-H195 Meeting Room in a Box – a complete starter kit that allows ‘pain-free’ installation of an AV over IP solution – has been introduced by ZeeVee. By leveraging ZeeVee’s Zyper4K AV over IP signal distribution solution, the new kit allows customers to distribute uncompressed, ‘zero latency’, 4K video with minimal installation and configuration time, the company says. Bob Michaels, CEO, ZeeVee commented: “The ZyPer4K meeting room starter kit is ideal for first-time organisations looking to deploy an AV over IP solution. There is no need for a two-day

training course, as the ZyPer4K solution is virtually plug-and-play. What’s more, a complex control system is not required because the ZyPer MaestroZ interface allows control from any device on the ZyPer network, and includes admin rights. Up to three sources can be switched to two screens and expanded up to eight more devices.” The ZyPer4K meeting room starter kit can be adapted to connect multiple meeting rooms, delivering pixel-for-pixel image quality at any resolution and zero latency, the company says. In addition to seeing a demonstration the Meeting Room in a Box, visitors to ZeeVee’s ISE stand can also enter a competition to win product valued over €7,500.

DIMEDIS Stand: 8-C330

Michaels: “There is no need for a two-day training course as the ZyPer4K solution is virtually plug-and-play”

Discover the ‘sticky campus’ TEAMMATE Stand: 13-C140 The notion of a ‘sticky campus’ is a place where students want to stay, even though they have no formal teaching sessions to attend, and TeamMate is hosting a mini sticky campus on its Hall 13 stand. In essence it’s a live demo of a technology-rich active learning space.

TeamMate is also showcasing furniture solutions with integrated AV and IT technology aimed at facilitating collaboration and active learning in a variety of selfstudy, library and social spaces. In particular, a range of different WorksZone Collaboration Tables are on show. Each table highlights different features that can be used to create ‘state-of-the-art’ collaborative spaces to meet the demands expected in modern spaces today.

Other key TeamMate products on show during ISE include the WorksZone Pod (in four- or six-seat options) and the floor-mounted dual screen Totem AV Stand. Sam Botting, marketing executive for TeamMate, commented: ‘Bringing the sticky campus over to ISE 2018 gives universities and institutions globally the unique opportunity to see fully working flexible furniture solutions in a typical active learning set-up.’

German company Dimedis is showcasing kompas 9.0, demonstrating how it can be used to play content concurrently without a playlist, and why it is important to integrate smartphones into all fields of application. Visitors to the stand are able to test the latest version of the software and to get to know the features that are relevant to the POS for the very first time. A special feature of the new version of kompas is the template manager, which dimedis says makes content creation significantly easier. The integration of professional HTML5 editors such as Tumult Hype and the new template manager facilitates the workflow between agencies, designers and digital signage editors, says the company. Dimedis’ stand is augmented by an interactive information column with digital wayfinding for shopping

malls as well as with the awardwinning Bosch Experience Zone. A special feature of kompas, the kompas POS pointer integrates digital signage into modern shopfitting. When a user selects a product by touching the column, it can be illuminated in the adjacent shelf. Patrick Schröder, head of digital signage at Dimedis, said: “For dimedis, attending ISE is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate that today digital signage must achieve more than just simply displaying content. One has to offer functions that allow the system to be managed flexibly and content to be planned intelligently. With version 9.0 of the kompas digital signage software, we are presenting one of the market’s best digital signage systems. With numerous new features, it is the ideal solution for the wide variety of applications for digital signage, whether at the POS, at public authorities or for internal communication.”

Kompas 9.0, the comprehensive digital signage software from dimedis, premieres at ISE 2018

HyperSound Pro on show

ID-AL BY WAVES SYSTEM Stand: 8-C147

An example of a ‘sticky’ classroom with integrated technology

A sound way to get certified ISCE Stand: 7-Z190 UK sound engineers seeking accreditation under the Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) should head to the Institute of Sound and Communications Engineers (ISCE) stand. In 2017, the ISCE was approved by the ECS to assess and issue ECS cards for sound engineers working

within the sound and communications industries. This agreement allows ISCE to issue and renew ISCE sound engineer ECS cards to existing and newly accredited ISCE members. Vice president Helen Goddard said: “A recognised ECS card is increasingly requested by clients and main contractors to gain access to sites and venues for equipment upgrades and routine maintenance. The ISCE is the only dedicated provider of ECS cards to sound industry professionals.

“We look forward to meeting lots of visitors to ISE who are looking to become ECS accredited, and companies who would like staff and colleagues to become accredited. “ISE provides an excellent platform for us to meet lots of key people working within our industries and to discuss improving standards from within.” ISCE is a professional body of more than 500 individual members and 80 supporting member companies working in the sound and communications industries across the United Kingdom.

Pro audio products incorporating the HyperSound Pro directional audio technology are being showcased in the ID-AL range. Parent company Waves System describes HyperSound Pro, which it licensed from Turtle Beach in October 2017, as a ‘disruptive audio innovation’ that can drive immersive, highly directional audio experiences. HyperSound uses a thin film to generate an ultrasonic beam of sound. Comparing the result to ‘the way a flashlight controls a ray of light’, the company says HyperSound Pro directs sound in a narrow beam, limiting it to a specific location, and creating a precise audio zone. Bernard Keller, CEO at Waves System, said: “We have been selling and integrating

the commercial HyperSound product for several years and have extensively used this audio technology to the delight of our customers. With our expertise in this product, we have had great success incorporating it into many of our designs, and with this agreement we look forward to the next phase of partnership where we create even more customised, powerful and inno-vative solutions for our pro audio customers. ISE is [an] amazing AV event to get a worldwide professional audience introduced to our know-how through innovative systems like HyperSound.” Waves System has been designing and manufacturing a range of audio and video units, as well as accessories, under the ID-AL brand since 2002. ID-AL products are found in heritage centres, museums, entertainment areas, retail, hospitality and pointof-sale marketing.

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Why do you think the ISE show has managed to grow year after year?

There are several reasons for the growth of ISE, as I see it. The European market for residential and pro AV has grown significantly over the past few years and this is driving increased attendance. At the same time, CES has changed and is no longer a meaningful event for professionals in this channel. People who attended CES in the past find ISE to be a more relevant show today. Without a doubt, ISE’s pro and residential offering is also a significant growth contributor.

Kevin Main President and COO, Torus Power Stand: 1-Q115

ISE has grown not only by increasing the depth of offerings in a given market segment, but also by continually bringing in new stakeholders from allied areas, such as corporate and educational system providers. Engaging also a community of specifiers, architects, specialty consultants and designers more deeply can be a great next step to glue together all the various offerings our growing industry has to offer.

Steve Olszewski Vice President, Stealth Acoustics Stand: 5-R115

Panaray on display BOSE PROFESSIONAL Stand: 7-S200 The Panaray MSA12X modular steerable array loudspeaker is among the highlights on the Bose Professional stand. The selfpowered Panaray MSA12X features a slim, unobtrusive acoustic design with twelve full-range 2.25in transducers in a columnar line array configuration. This, says Bose, provides consistent audio levels with ‘outstanding’ vocal intelligibility and full-range music reinforcement in acoustically challenging spaces. By registering at the Bose stand, visitors are able to join a ‘new technology’ demonstration of the Panaray MSA12X at 9:30, 12:00 and 14:30 on Thursday 8 February. The MSA12X model includes 12 internal power amplifiers (50W per

channel; total 600W rated power) and onboard DSP to allow digital control and beam steering of the array’s vertical coverage pattern. Proprietary Articulated Array configuration allows wide, 160º horizontal coverage. Independent level and EQ control is supported for two separate beams per array, and onboard memory stores up to 10 user-selectable presets. The MSA12X features both Dante network connectivity and line-level analogue input. The modular design allows up to three MSA12X units to be vertically arrayed to increase coverage distance and low-frequency pattern control. The slim, low-profile enclosure is designed to mount close to surfaces, blending in with the visual aesthetic of a space.

Showcasing the outcome of its latest collaboration with architectural audio company Origin Acoustics, Bang & Olufsen is demonstrating the Terrestrial Line Array. It is a modular speaker system that was created for outdoor applications as part of a landscape audio system. Made up of a base unit that includes two modules, and can be expanded vertically to as many as six modules, the system can be assembled to meet the precise needs of the installation, says the company. The modules are constructed from aluminium and are almost cube shaped, with the back

The Terrestrial Line Array is a joint development with Origin Acoustics

Hub-free for huddle rooms AVER INFORMATION EUROPE

The release of the latest model in the AVer VC Series, the VC322 Video Conferencing System, is being showcased at ISE 2018. The VC322’s compact size reduces the system’s footprint in the meeting room. The system consists of a PTZ camera and speakerphone, and unlike other video conferencing systems, does not require a hub connector to initiate high-quality videoconferencing calls. The PTZ 4K camera offers maximum control during videoconferencing and, with

an 85° field of view, reduces the time needed to get into frame. Kings Wang, VP of the smart industry business unit at AVer, said: “Huddle rooms are becoming more popular with businesses of all sizes; meeting the growing communication needs of these small and flexible conferencing rooms has made it a very exciting time to be in the unified communications market. Providing huddle rooms with an unnoticeable, simple to use, highquality videoconferencing system has been our mission, and it is our pleasure to introduce the compact, plug-and-play 4K PTZ VC322 Video Conferencing System to meet the room users’ needs.”

BrightSign LLC showcases new XD4 and XT4 BRIGHTSIGN Stand: 8-G240

Taking a new line on landscape audio Stand: 5-U100

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Bose Panaray MSA12X Modular Steerable Array Loudspeakers, pictured in black and white finishes

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ISE has done a great job at embracing new and emerging technologies and letting integrators and end-users explore how they can be incorporated into the wider AV infrastructure. This is bringing new faces, innovators and suppliers into the fold, opening up new possibilities and educating people about what can be achieved when traditional AV and new realities merge. This is being demonstrated through the XR Technology Zone and conference programme at the show, and also by the cooperation with VR Days, which looks set to be bigger and better in 2018.

being only slightly smaller than the front. Each cube houses a single 5in full-range driver with a VariBlade Lens placed directly in front of the cone to increase highfrequency dispersion. A 70V transformer is also housed in the base unit. Stefan K. Persson, executive vice president at Bang & Olufsen Home, said: “With every product we make, and with every user experience we conceive, we strive for the perfect, uncompromising combination of iconic design, beautiful sound, and seamless integration. With the new Terrestrial speakers, we extend our mastery of interior design past a new threshold – both literal and figurative – to the outdoors.”

Digital signage media player manufacturer BrightSign is introducing the first of its Series 4 Players at ISE 2018. Following the awardwinning Series 3 players, four models in the BrightSign Series 4 range are newly designed to support Dolby Vision and deliver BrightSign’s fastest ever performance through upgraded processing Series 4 players designed to support 4K HDR video by Dolby Vision power. The XD234 and XD1034 will replace the current XD Series 3 models and XT244 The new models offer even faster and XT1144 will replace the current performance and support the latest, XT Series 3 line. As before, the XT most advanced form of 4K HDR video line will support PoE and XT1144 by Dolby Vision.” supports HDMI In to deliver Live TV to BrightSign is also showcasing its end-points either via an HDMI cable integrated solutions with OPS partner or streaming over a network. The NEC as well as BrightSign Built-In new players use the same patented DSM (digital signage module) solutions industrial design of the Series 3 with partners AVNU and Industrial players. Image. Also featured at the show are Jeff Hastings, CEO at BrightSign, demonstrations of conference room said: “We are constantly looking to scheduling, 4K HDR 10 and 4K Dolby improve our players and build in Vision decoding, BrightAuthor and support for the newest video formats. BrightSign App interactivity.

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INTEL

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Chris Merrick

Director of global marketing for integrated systems, Shure

In your opinion, what is the best thing about the ISE show? In my new role as director of global marketing for integrated systems at Shure, ISE is a great opportunity for the people in our industry to connect and reconnect with colleagues and customers alike. This industry in undergoing an accelerated tempo of change, so it’s a great opportunity to see what’s new and what people are getting excited about. What do you think are the key developments in, or threats to, your market sector at the moment? It’s an exciting time for integrated systems, as collaboration offerings and technologies have evolved greatly in recent years. Too many people still settle for audio that’s ‘good enough’ or don’t appreciate the positive impact on their business

from good quality solutions. Technology alone isn’t a cure-all, but is a critical part of an overall environmental strategy to elevate audio performance.

Throughout ISE 2018, Intel is demonstrating the flexibility and adaptability provided by its Intel Unite open platform. A wireless collaboration solution for seamless content sharing, Intel Unite enables AV integrators to develop on top of it to drive added value for customers, the company says. Intel is demonstrating the system’s extensible architecture

Stand: 1-N15

Ravinia corporate employees. The employees no longer have to worry if the cable in the room is functioning properly or if they have the correct dongles with them. We continue to see more and more utilisation thanks to the built-in telemetry the Intel Unite solution provides. We started testing Intel Unite units in our regions to enable a consistent global user experience. We are looking forward to combining Intel Unite integration with the additional technologies we use at IHG.”

Intel Unite is a wireless collaboration solution that allows seamless content sharing

Why should delegates visit your stand at ISE 2018? We are demonstrating the new Microflex Complete Discussion/ Conferencing Systems, the revolutionary Microflex Advance Networked Array Microphones and the now available Intellimix P300 Audio Conferencing Processor, which pair perfectly for a premium AV Conferencing experience. Making its ISE debut, Axient Digital Wireless, the newest addition to our performance wireless portfolio is well suited for the most demanding large-scale corporate events and installations.

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Mirrored outputs from switcher scaler KANEXPRO

showing how quickly new capabilities can be added to extend the meeting experience. From a PIN-less meeting join to automatically connecting to a meeting through a badge reader, the potential for AV partners is limitless, the company notes. Lance Basler, director of global IT solutions at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), commented: “We have deployed Intel Unite into more than 180 meeting spaces, and it has offered easier access to the displays for our

Launched only in the last few weeks and making its debut at ISE is the SW-HDSC914K 4K Presentation Switcher and Scaler

from KanexPro. The SW-HDSC914K from KanexPro features five HDMI inputs, two VGA inputs, one

The SW-HDSC914K offers 4K resolutions up to 3,840 x 2,160p and is fully compliant with HDCP 2.2

DisplayPort and one HDBaseT input. Featuring 4K resolutions up to 3840 x 2160p, the SWHDSC914K is fully compliant with HDCP 2.2. It can be utilised as a multi-format video scaling engine to support switching and scaling from various devices, including laptops and tablets. Users can create two simultaneous mirrored outputs over HDBaseT and HDMI while up-scaling or down-scaling to showcase desired video resolutions alongside audio. The SW-HDSC914K can be controlled with any third-party control system by downloading RS-232 drivers to the program, as well

as through front panel buttons, IR remote, Ethernet and a built-in web interface. Kashyap Khetia, product marketing manager for KanexPro, said: “Ideal for classrooms, conference rooms, huddle rooms and other collaborative spaces, the 9-input Presentation Switcher and Scaler provides users with the capability of simply scaling, switching and extending digital and analogue sources. Our Presentation Switcher and Scaler not only boasts true 4K resolutions and fast, reliable switching, but it’s also simple to install and easy for any user to connect and display.”

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Classy sounds, inside and out MONITOR AUDIO Stand: 5-R100 British loudspeaker specialist Monitor Audio has expanded its speaker range with the introduction of the Vecta V240 at ISE 2018. Designed to combine architectural aesthetics with high quality professional audio performance, the Vecta gives installers a solution that can be used both inside and out. Its IP55rated ‘all-weather’ design features

Bespoke mirror screens for the kitchen from Illusy

a high-density ABS enclosure with rust proof grille and an operating temperature range of -25° to 65°C. A single-point automatic connection system allows the Vecta to be mounted horizontally or vertically with no wires visible. The V-Mount bracket provides 25° tilt (with an optional wedge available for an extra 32.5°), while the V-Corner is suitable for corner or under eave installation. Dual 4in C-Cam metal cone drives are mounted to the curved baffle to ensure a controlled sound field is

delivered, minimising ceiling or wall reflections when installed under eaves or in corners. The centrally mounted Gold C-Cam tweeter is horn loaded to provide a smooth off-axis frequency response. Dean Hartley, technical director at Monitor Audio, commented: “Thanks to our heritage in high end audio, we have developed a speaker that has been engineered to the highest possible standard, and will deliver an excellent audio performance wherever it is installed.”

Screens to be seen ILLUSY Stand: 15-G248 French manufacturer Illusy is showcasing its bespoke mirror screens and built-in screen solutions for the residential, hospitality and yachting sectors. The company says it is addressing various scenarios where classic TV screens and mirror screens aren’t ideal for

Two bracket options, both featuring a single-point automatic connection system, allow horizontal or vertical installation with no wires visible

aesthetic or functional reasons. For example, it offers the Prestige range of mirror screens with 1500 to 2500cd/sqm screen luminosity for highly lit environments, while the Caraibes range offers waterproof solutions with low reflection glass for exterior, humid or marine environments. A complete standardised range, called Aura, is dedicated to kitchens and bathrooms, replacing

standard cabinet doors with screens. Alternatively, screens can be integrated into furniture parts – such as dressing room doors and living room furniture – working in partnership with high-end furniture makers. A ‘design range’ – where any mirror, shape and finishing materials. such as leather, carbon, polished mirror steel or wood – can also be created.

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OmniStream range adds diversity ATLONA Stand: 5-U80 OmniStream was originally introduced by Atlona at ISE 2016 as a networked switching and distribution platform, designed to help integrators build flexible, scalable and costeffective AV systems. This year, the company is demonstrating three distinct OmniStream product families, built to provide an AV-over-IP platform for integration in a wide range of environments. OmniStream Pro comprises the singleand dual-channel networked AV encoders and decoders introduced in 2016. Providing ultra-low half-frame latency and network redundancy, Atlona says OmniStream Pro brings AV over IP to large conference rooms and live venues, as well as multi-room and

enterprise-wide systems. Making its ISE debut, OmniStream R-Type is a streamlined version of what is now called OmniStream Pro. In residential applications, OmniStream R-Type is designed to offer custom installers a simple way to support whole-house 4K HDR distribution between any number of sources and destinations, using existing structured cable and an off-the-shelf network switch. OmniStream Audio was specially created to complement both Pro and R-Type systems in any commercial facility or residence, and streamline integration with Dante and AES67-capable devices. The line incorporates the two-input, two-output AT-OMNI-232 Dante audio bridge, integrates any number of Dante-enabled digital signal processors, microphones, amplifiers or other devices within the OmniStream ecosystem.

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Clear voice in a crisis

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Stand: 7-V185 The voice evacuation specialist 4EVAC is showcasing its Compact 500 voice evacuation system alongside its LoopDrive fault isolator module (FIM), and giving a preview glimpse of its new Impact system. The company claims to de-mystify VACIE (voice alarm control and indicating equipment) with the Compact 500 and its new Impact solution. Its compact footprint and modular design offer seamless integration to create a ‘system in a box’. The company says this provides all the benefits of a standalone system, combining global network topology to offer an infinitely configurable modular solution. The LoopDrive FIM integrates 4EVAC’s technology to deliver increased availability and reliability of evacuation loudspeaker lines installed using the return loop principle. Detecting and isolating a loudspeaker failure in a faulty section of the loop in between any two FIMs ensures maximum performance of the remaining loudspeakers on that same loop.

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This involves exceptional levels of consultation from the outset – and exhaustive attention to detail during and after construction. Investing in a G&D system will provide your business with tangible advantages now and into the future. Let’s make that first connection. Contact us today.

The 4EVAC Compact 500 system offers an economical footprint and modular design

Albert Van Der Hout, business development director at 4EVAC, said: “ISE is a vital showcase for us at a point when both the Compact 500 and LoopDrive are exceeding expectations across mainland Europe. 4EVAC offers simple, modular designs that are flexible, fully compliant and easy to install and operate.”

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FEATURE Projectors: from bust to boom Self-confessed projector aficionado Ian McMurray describes how, despite a period in the doldrums, the projector market has never been in better shape Let me be clear from the outset: I am, and always have been, a fan of projection. That goes back to when I joined the AV industry as European marketing manager (subsequently becoming worldwide PR manager) for Texas Instruments DLP technology back in 1996, which was when the first commercial DLPbased products were launched. That means I can still vividly remember InfoComm events in the late 1990s and the Projection Shoot-Out, which, looking back, saw images projected that bordered on the embarrassing. At that time, VGA was just transitioning to SVGA resolution, and the industry was happy to claim that 350 lumens was more than enough for a lights-on presentation. To understand the underlying premise of the DLP business, you have to recall that, back then, LCD screens were just starting to come to market. Their image quality was, at best, marginally acceptable – but consumers were prepared to accept that because of the inherent sex appeal of slim flatscreen TVs. TI’s vision was that DLP would be the TV technology of the future, because it enabled screens that were almost as thin, but that delivered substantially superior image quality. That’s why the company invested so much in branding, notably through the DLP Cinema initiative.

Dead end The fatal flaw in TI’s plan, of course, was that the company hugely underestimated the rate at which LCD image quality would improve – and the speed with which LCD TV prices would plummet. It wasn’t long before the DLP-as-a-TVtechnology idea was dead in the water. And, in theory, the projector market should have died too, given that the majority of projectors were sold into applications that put an image on the wall that was no more than about 50in. But it didn’t die. To the amazement of many, projection has rebounded. Recent research from Technavio forecasts a CAGR of 10% for projectors between now and 2021. Plenty of markets can only dream of that kind of growth. How did this happen? Simply, the projector industry reinvented itself in a number of ways. First and foremost, it addressed its single most crippling issue – the short life and high price of lamps, and the attendant maintenance burden. Over the past couple of years, projector manufacturers have wholeheartedly embraced SSI – solid state illumination – in the form of lasers and/or LEDs. SSI has a typical life expectancy of a minimum of 20,000 hours: projector cost of ownership is now significantly more attractive. Yes, there are still lamp-based projectors out there to hit a lower price point in budget-sensitive markets

– but their numbers are dwindling. New markets We’ve also seen increasing numbers of short throw and ultra short throw (UST) projectors come to market. These addressed another projection issue: how far you had to mount a projector from the screen in order to get a decentsized image. In one fell swoop, shadows passing across the image or users being blinded by looking down the lens became a thing of the past. UST especially opened up new projection markets in education and retail. Finally, projectors have capitalised on our love of compelling images – and the bigger, the better. Even if LCD screens were available to deliver a 200in image, the logistics of installing them would be unthinkable. (And, by the way: projectors still have a place where installation access means that an LCD screen is just not feasible). Nowhere is the remarkable capability of modern technology better illustrated than in projection mapping applications, as projectors have acquired the processing horsepower necessary. Projection is continuing to reinvent itself – at ISE 2018, the chances are high that you’ll see your first 8K resolution projector – and looks likely to continue to do so in order to remain highly relevant. And that, as you can imagine, makes me very happy.

Mighty fine Indoor LED DELTA ELECTRONICS Stand: 5-R60 The FE Series Fine Pitch Indoor LED displays is proving a major highlight of Delta Electronics’ presence at ISE 2018. Helping to ease customer transition to indoor LED display systems, the FE Series comes with a range of pre-set size

configurations of large format monitor solutions in Full HD and UHD. The FE Series offers a wide variety of tiles to fit all indoor project requirements. Said to be rugged and robust, the LED wall solution has been designed to excel in high ambient light environments. According to Delta, the displays boast ‘superb’ image quality and uniformity.

Offering 1.26mm, 1.58mm, 1.9mm and 2.5mm pixel pitch, each has been calibrated to create smooth, consistent brightness and colour throughout the display area. Each configuration is in an exact 16:9 aspect ratio – removing the need to reformat or resize images. The displays fit standard content supplied via a multitude of sources, making the process as easily as connecting to a monitor, says Delta.

Each configuration of the FE Series is in an exact 16:9 aspect ratio – removing the need for reformatting or resizing images

Lighting up the show for the first time Connecting made easy

ASTERA LED TECHNOLOGY Stand: 14-C130

German brand Astera LED Technology, which specialises in battery-operated lighting fixtures aimed at the stage and entertainment industry, is at ISE for the first time. Sebastian Bückle, business development director at Astera LED Technology, said: “We have been thinking about joining ISE for some time but always missed the opportunity. This season, we’ll definitely make it up, and we’re not coming

empty-handed – we are bringing our new products: AX1 and AX5.” AX1 Pixeltube is a battery operated pixel-controllable baton that can be controlled both from a wireless DMX and the company’s dedicated app. The tube is waterproof and offers 20 hours’ runtime. Meanwhile, AX5 combines three lamps in one; a wireless PAR that can be hardwired and transforms into a battery uplight by removing its bracket.

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The Sysboxx installation system has been expanded by Sommer cable. It can be used both as a dado duct and as a media connectivity column, which the company says helps the easy creation of elegant, robust connecting solutions. By using an integrated connection system, duct units can be joined lengthwise in a form-fit and friction-locked way. Peter Rieck, key account and distribution manager at Sommer cable, said: “No more drilling or milling, and no more need for expensive, specially made designs – that’s the concept behind the Sysboxx modular system. Our new Systrunk fits in seamlessly, delivering stability and flexibility

with a high-class look. That makes it far superior to other duct systems.” The Systrunk offers rear mounting holes for easy assembly and an interior duct for thread inserts, and can be equipped with front panels from the Sysboxx range. Currently, the Systrunk profile is available in 2m standard length or in custom lengths of up to 6m and in various colours. An online configurator is available to help customers create solutions to their individual requirements.

The Sysboxx can be used as a dado duct and as a media connectivity column

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From multi-channel HD to true 4K, FS-HDR carries your dynamic video over 3G-SDI, optional fiber or 12G-SDI to wherever it needs to go; from switchers, routers, monitors, to huge LED displays and more. You can even convert your source to SLog3 for use further along the chain.

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A new hall for ISE 2018 To accommodate the demand for additional exhibitor space at ISE 2018, the RAI Amsterdam is introducing Hall 15, at the front of the complex. If you weren’t at ISE 2017, you should also note that there is now a Hall 14 in Congress Square; additionally, last year saw some renumbering of halls following the opening of the new Hall 9. Once you’re at the show… There are a number of wayfinding tools available to help you find your way around. • A free pocket-size fold-out floor plan contains a map of all the halls, plus an exhibitor listing • There are touchscreen wayfinding kiosks in the circulation areas outside the halls • The ISE app can guide you from your current position

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Smart and speedy sketchboard Next generation digital signage showcased PRYSM

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Stand: 8-G169 Intelligent digital signage solution Korbyt and its mobile hub application extension KorbytGO, are being showcased at ISE 2018. RMG Networks says Korbyt has been designed to enable organisations to communicate more effectively, with seamless content creation and distribution across wide-ranging multidestination digital signage networks, desktops and mobile devices. Korbyt allows users to align communications across an entire digital signage ecosystem at all touchpoints, claims the company. The platform – available on-premise or in the cloud – is seen by RMG Networks as particularly relevant to the retail, internal communications, and hospitality sectors. KorbytGO is the mobile and desktop extension of Korbyt. It is a visual enterprise communications

Korbyt offers a ‘seamless’ content creation and management platform

hub available to users through a mobile app. KorbytGO leverages Korbyt’s content creation and management platform and enables organisations to deliver multi-channel communications straight to smartphones. The mobile app is backed by Korbyt’s rich data and analytics capabilities which effectively

track and visualise unified data from the system in real time across all end points. It enables businesses to deliver a broad range of communications from training courses, company announcements and tailored performance measurement programmes to social updates and messaging.

A software release that includes a ‘next-generation’ digital sketchboard with Windows 10 support is the highlight of the Prysm showcase at ISE 2018. The digital workplace platform provider says the software has updated design and homepage capabilities. Prysm’s sketchboard allows for bi-directional real-time collaboration for disparate meeting participants. It offers a natural writing experience, multi-directional resizing and the ability to zoom in and out of the experience. The software release integrates several features including Windows 10 support for improved security and performance. Following this release, all Prysm collaboration appliances for new orders will ship pre-imaged with Windows 10. By adopting similar design

patterns to Prysm’s mobile device interface, the in-room homepage provides users with a more engaging, intuitive interface that allows them to get started quickly on projects or to pull up an existing project. It also enables users to see which projects recently had changes made to them and those that are currently being worked on. Fresh project search, sort and filter capabilities have also been added to this redesign. On their first login, users will be prompted with an introductory self-guided slideshow that contains tips on how to create projects within Prysm and how to share content with other participants. David Schweer, director of product marketing at Prysm, said: “At ISE 2018, we’re showcasing how our expansive digital workplace platform – featuring the new software release – enables users to come to smarter conclusions, faster, and to ultimately drive business output.”

Now with personalisation CONTROL4 Stand: 10-N130 The new Control4 When >> Then personalisation feature is an ISE 2018 focus for Control4, following a successful 2017. Last year brought new audio solutions with the acquisition of premium speaker brand Triad and the release of 16 new audio products. Homeowner personalisation was also added to the roster of new capabilities announced in Control4’s OS 2.10 update. The When >> Then personalisation takes a simple approach: the user

selects a ‘When’ triggering event (such as when a time is reached on a schedule, the touch of a button or after an event occurs) and selects a ‘Then’ action to take place. These actions can range from turning on a fan, turning lights on and off or powering down all AV devices in a room, to tuning to a favourite radio station or sending a push notification via the Control4 app. The When >> Then personalisation feature is included with the Control4 4Sight Service and to homeowners who have installed Control4 OS 2.10. Also on show, the Pakedge Certified Network Administrator

(PCNA) programme is an education and certification experience to provide technicians the networking knowledge to design, install and manage wired and wireless IP networks. Brad Hintze, senior director of product marketing at Control4, said: “At ISE, Control4 is showcasing products across Triad, Pakedge and Control4 along with partner products from their ecosystem. We [also]showcase our unwavering commitment to our dealer community and the programs we are continually building to help them build their business.”

Ensuring everyone is heard DAN DUGAN SOUND DESIGN Stand: 7-P180 Newly launched at ISE 2018 is Dan Dugan Sound Design’s Model E-2A, an automatic microphone mixing controller with analogue and ADAT I/O. The E-2A incorporates 28 channels of processing (12 balanced analogue plus 16 ADAT) and supports all Dugan algorithms: Speech System, Music System and Gain Limiting. Channels may be

Dan Dugan Sound Design Model E-2A

grouped into three independent automixers. A six bus pre/post matrix mixer is also provided, with 56 x 6 capability. Four switched Ethernet ports are available for control. A bright OLED front panel enables setup directly from the device. The Model E-2A may be controlled remotely via the Dugan Control Panel for Java (included) or the Dugan Control Panel for iPad (sold separately). Tactile remote control is available via the Dugan Model K Control Surface,

also sold separately. This model replaces the Dugan Model E-2, which has been Dugan’s top-of-the-line analogue mixer for four years. Dugan says all its devices eliminate cueing errors, reduce feedback and ambient noise pickup and reduce comb filtering from adjacent mics. They also allow for smooth transitions between talkers and provide consistent system gain no matter how many mics are open. Systems with a large number of live microphones can be established via linking up to eight Dugan units.

The Prysm digital sketchboard pictured in use during a meeting

A calm voice in a crisis PASO Stand: 7-P210, 7-C205 Italian manufacturer Paso is presenting two new ranges of compact, wall-mounted voice evacuation systems, all EN54-16 and EN54-4 certified. The PAW4500-VES range is specifically designed for ease of installation and for operating in a wide range of applications. Depending on the model these systems can manage up to six alarm zones via local controls, remote microphone station and controlled inputs. Three models are available: the two-zone PAW4502-V for locations such as offices and meeting/ conference halls; the four-zone PAW4504-V for cinemas, theatres and supermarkets; and the sixzone PAW4506-V, typically intended for hospitals, shopping malls and hotels. Also on display is the brand new PAW3502-V, a compact, two-zone VES designed to be extra light. Both ranges feature 500W audio and a 4.3in touch-screen backlit

display for alert and evacuation zone selection, levels adjustment, settings and failure visualisation. A fireman’s monitored microphone is included on the front panel, and there are seven monitored control inputs, each configurable to play evacuation and/or alert messages, programmable for each zone. Pre-recorded evacuation and alert messages can be sent, and the emergency system can be operated with a secure, front-panel button complete with LED indicator. PAW3502-V voice evacuation system is designed to be extra light

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See the latest in connected meetings Collaboration solutions from global vendors including Microsoft, Google and Cisco. Guru bar with specialists for services such as AV and IT Security, AV in the Cloud and IoT, amongst others.

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Amplifiers for a connected world New presentation switcher series launched in next step for conferencing STEWART AUDIO Stand: 7-N190

ATEN INFOTECH Stand: 8-E200 Specialising in centralising the control of commonly used hardware devices in presentation and meeting rooms with its ‘VK Hardware control’ series, ATEN has incorporated KNX, opening the door to yet more communication interfaces next to infrared, serial commands, I/O, relays and Ethernet control. The company has developed a new line of presentation switchers named the ATEN VPseries. Launching at ISE 2018, the first model – the VP1970 presentation switcher – supports audiovisual connectivity in huddle spaces and small conference rooms. Going forward, all-round models will become available throughout the year, supporting

The VP1970 presentation switcher supports audiovisual connectivity in huddle spaces and small conference rooms

live streams and file sharing via internet, allowing people to connect and collaborate with colleagues and partners around the world. ATEN is also launching HDMI True 4K expansion boards for its VM3200 modular matrix switch, which already supports HDMI, DVI, HDBaseT, SDI and VGA. ATEN matrix switches are known to combine videowall, scaler and seamless switching functionality in a single rack-mountable device,

connecting up to 32 sources and 32 displays at hardware level regardless of the operating system used. ATEN says its matrix switches are easy to control from a central browser interface (Ethernet), infrared, serial commands or pushbuttons. In addition, ATEN is hosting five hands-on live demonstrations at ISE where visitors can discover options for conferencing, digital signage, control rooms, IT and datacentre management.

Focus on tunable white light LUTRON Stand: 1-M120 Tunable white is, according to Lutron, the capability of achieving any colour temperature at any intensity of a light source, within specified parameters. At ISE, Lutron is revealing the advances it says it has made to

bring increased design freedom and unparalleled ease of use to tunable white applications. The act of white tuning allows for changing the colour of light from warm to neutral to cool in appearance, the company notes. This may be desirable for a range of reasons from aesthetic to medical. The potential for tunable white

Tunable white enables any colour temperature at any intensity of a light source to be achieved

is profound, according to Lutron, especially in healthcare, education and office environments. In these applications, adding control over colour temperature is, it says, another key element of environmental design aimed at wellness and effectiveness. However, this advanced level of lighting control can be daunting for designers to implement, Lutron claims – and complicated for people to use – unless it is approached strategically from the beginning. For tunable white applications, Lutron recommends using fixtures with separate control inputs for intensity and Correlated Colour Temperature (CCT). Unlike solutions with warm/cool control inputs, this system is said to be much more flexible. Users can easily set an override of the intensity at any colour temperature.

With the growing use of networked audio protocols such as Dante and AES67, audio devices are now attached to a growing number of Ethernet networks. Everyone agrees that receiving an audio stream over the network is great, but there’s a lot more to leverage with a network that can save time, money and hardware. To facilitate this Stewart Audio has introduced the MC850, an eightchannel Dante/AES67-enabled amplifier designed to take full advantage of the network with a dedicated Ethernet port for control,

reporting and set-up. Flexible channel-to-channel power sharing allows integrators to break free of fixed output amplifiers and move power to where it is needed in their designs, says the company. The MC850 comes configured as an 8 x 50W amplifier with the ability to allocate power anywhere from 0 to 100W per channel. There are three models to choose from: a 4/8 ohm, a 70/100V and a mix Z model with six 70/100V channels and two low Z. Other important features include load testing of the outputs, events log and global controls for large installations. An API is also available for integration into larger control systems.

The MC850 LZ is an eight-channel Dante/AES-67-enabled amplifier

HDMI extender signals problem solved AVPROCONNECT Stand: 5-S100 A new extender set that allows installers to extend an HDMI signal up to 2km over single mode fibre optic cable is one of the areas of focus for AVProConnect. The AC-EXO-444 is designed to solve problems for both commercial and residential AV integrators when distributing high value 4K 18Gbps content from source to sink. As well as extending signals, the product features advanced EDID management, built-in downscaling, an on-board troubleshooting test pattern, full audio return channel (ARC) management, and IR and RS-232 management. Jeff Murray, CEO at AVProConnect, said: “This new HDMI extender

solves many problems integrators are challenged with every day, [such as] extending 4K60 4:4:4 without extreme compression of the signal to the point of creating artifacts. [Integrators can] run OM3/4 multimode or single-mode up to 2km and get crystal-clear, artifact-free content reproduction with 4K HDR and WCG between a source and a display that are 2km apart. It also comes with bi-directional IR and RS-232, ARC, full EDID management tools and test patterns built in to every set.”

The AC-EXO-444 HDMI extender also features EDID management

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Mirror, mirror on the wall NSG GROUP Stand: 8-K475 Exhibiting a range of highperformance glass products in real applications, NSG Group is presenting a new breed of nonconductive mirror, the Pilkington MirroView, used in a touchscreen application. Also on display is the anti-reflective glass product Pilkington OptiView. With thermal load reduction a key requirement in digital signage displays, NSG Group says it is offering a wide range of glass products to meet the requirements of standard, as well as more complex, digital signage applications. The company’s range for digital applications also includes an ultrathin glass with a thickness of less

NSG Group’s Pilkington MirroView used in a touch screen application

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than 1mm. The NSG UFF and NSG Glanova conductive glass products with TCO coatings (NSG TEC), additionally features safety and security glass, and self-cleaning options within the range.

First HDBaseT-certified graphics card ADVOLI Stand: 5-S100 Receiving its full commercial launch on the HDBaseT/Valens stand is the Advoli TA6 Graphics Card, which is claimed to be the world’s first HDBaseT-certified PCIe 16x graphics card. Based on the AMD Embedded Radeon E9550 Series GPU, the TA6 delivers six HDBaseT channels with independent 4K resolution videos over 100m using Cat cables. In addition to audio and video, the TA6 comes with HDBaseT and cable diagnostics, pass-through IR (in/out), full emulated controls: encoding/decoding of IR, RS232 and CEC signals through serial command interface. These features and remote diagnostic capabilities are designed to simplify support for those integrating AV installations. Ariel Sobelman, president at HDBaseT Alliance, said: “The Advoli TA6 is the first HDBaseT-certified graphics card, bringing significant benefits to AV manufacturers and

Simplifying room capture

integrators from around the world. It features unique characteristics that optimise the delivery of highquality content to 4K display walls, desktops, and videowalls, while leveraging the HDBaseT advantages of long-distance transmission and convergence of different signals over the same cable. By certifying the product from the start, Advoli highlights the importance of the certification process, as it facilitates interoperability and ease of installation among different products.”

The TA6 Graphics Card is based on an AMD Embedded Radeon E9550 Series GPU

Backed up by its use in classroom capture, live events, recording studios, skills and learning labs, exam recording and video assignments, Presentations2Go claims to provide a flexible and scalable video platform for education and training. On display at ISE 2018, the company is demonstrating secure and userfriendly video observation, recording and video management solutions. Built on the Unified Streaming platform, Presentations2Go offers viewing experiences up to 4K using adaptive bitrate streaming technology, with support for all industry standard delivery formats including MPEG-DASH. To simplify room capture, Presentations2Go supports a range of certified hardware recorders from leading brands such as Extron and Matrox. The company claims it is easy to set up, with full control, scheduling and automatic ingest and publishing of multi-source videos.

Presentations2Go offers flexible education and training solutions, supporting up to 4K video

Also on the company’s stand is a new video observation, recording and debriefing solution for learning and training facilities. With Presentations2Go LearningSpace, users can make recordings from multiple rooms or learning spaces at the same time, using costeffective cameras and equipment, according to the company. It includes content and rights management, allowing organisations to define

Making light of a dark art MA LIGHTING Stand: 7-P225 Setting up a lighting network can be complex and time consuming, especially when integrating products using different protocols. And even when it seems to be working, how do you know it’s delivering optimum performance and stability? Enter the new MA Network Switch from MA Lighting, specifically designed to reduce the set-up time and complexity of creating and managing an optimised lighting network. In Hall 7, MA is showing a complete lighting control solution, from MA console, via MA Network Switch and its

network infrastructure to MA DMX distribution. With MA Network Switch, the company says, most common lighting protocols can be filtered via a simple, web browser-based user interface designed for lighting technicians with no specific networking knowledge. More advanced functionality is available for experienced network engineers.

who sees which video, along with restricting security and features to individual users. User can review and tag points of interest during or after recordings, which are immediately available for playback and debriefing from any device. All recordings are stored and managed by a built-in searchable streamingvideo repository with metadata, automatic archiving and intelligent workflow rules.

The switch is housed in a robust 1RU chassis, with colour-coded group indicators front and rear. It is compliant with IEEE 802.3ab Gigabit Ethernet, and all connectors are Gigabit Ethernet via Neutrik etherCON plus two optional heavy duty fibre-optic connectors from Neutrik or Fiberfox. Maximum performance is ensured by full throughput of all Gigabit ports and a bandwidth measurement system available via the front display to monitor the switch’s performance.

The MA Network Switch is housed in a 1RU chassis, with colour-coded group indicators front and rear

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Distribution of virtual and augmented reality signals using KVM extenders KVM extenders and matrix switches are commonly used in high-end professional AV installations to enable users to select between, and interact with, remote computers. To the operator, a connected computer responds as though it were situated under their desk, while actually being over 100m away. There are many KVM extender and switch installations across a wide range of public and commercial AV applications. KVM systems operate with a variety of interactive devices, including touchscreens, pointing devices, RFID and gesture sensors to give users complete control of the remote device. Today, there is a growing interest in virtual and augmented reality (VR & AR) systems, not just in entertainment and leisure applications like cinemas and shops, but also in commercial enterprises in which a virtual representation of a product or environment serves in place of the real thing; for example product design and prototyping, situational training and advanced control environments. Many of these pro-AV installations call for technology that can extend and distribute signals to remote virtual headsets, CAVEs and large screens over long distances. In product design centres, for example, VR editing computers are valuable devices that contain sensitive information and must be stored in highly secure computer rooms, but the headsets they are connected to are located in several areas around a design facility. For VR and AR headsets and displays to work effectively, the delay between the viewer moving their head and a new image being presented on the eyepieces or screens must be extremely low. A round-trip video processing delay of more than 15ms can induce motion sickness and nausea. Any extender or matrix switch inserted into the path will cause additional delay. IHSE KVM extenders and switches are designed to work rapidly and are capable of extending VR and AR signals to meet this requirement.

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Grand audio for tour guides HUMANTECHNIK AUDIOROPA Stand: 7-C227 The xepton audio system for tour guides – from the Audioropa division of the Humantechnik group – claims the highest currently available quality in wireless transmission, thanks to its use of the 2.4GHz frequency band. High bitrates without loss through compression result in first-rate quality and clarity of sound, as well as a greatly reduced sensitivity to interference, the company claims. The system consists of transmitters, receivers and transceiver units for portable use as well as a stationary transmitter and a repeater. This allows for various configurations as a onedirectional presentation or tour guiding system for cultural centres, sporting venues or industrial sites The xepton system can also be used in bi-directional

communication and dialogue mode, for example in education, work teams or training. Both applications – uni- and bi-directional – allow simultaneous use in several groups, such as moderating in various languages or having multiple guided groups in one area. The system has a transmission range of up to 300m and 20-hour battery life. By focusing on the high-quality tour guide and avoiding extra ‘bells and whistles’, the company says it has also managed to keep the price affordable. Humantechnik Audioropa’s xepton portable transmitters combine flexibility with high-quality audio

The new PowerSlim in-wall speaker provides a high-fidelity solution for tight wall and ceiling spaces where standard recessed speakers are impossible to install, says manufacturer Morel. Leveraging advanced patented transducer technology, the PowerSlim measures an ‘unprecedented’ 1.55in in depth and offers an ‘uncompromising’ sound performance, according to the company. Oren Mordechai, CEO and head of R&D at Morel, commented that the company uses a completely new approach in developing the PowerSlim drivers. “The new PowerSlim incorporates the most advanced, ground-breaking technologies we ever created,” he explained.

“While current designs use smaller drivers to achieve shallow, in-wall solutions, we took on the challenge to develop a true 6.5in woofer. It meant developing a specially engineered chassis, suspension, magnet motor system and grand dome convex membrane.” The ultra slim woofer architecture features a shallow profile chassis that encapsulates a large EVC magnet design with a double neodymium magnet motor. A new grand dome convex cone membrane is made of a highly damped sandwich with a hybrid carbon fibre and foam core to reproduce rich mid-bass frequencies and improve offaxis response. Complementing it is the new shallow 1.1in Acuflex hand coated tweeter that ensures smooth and natural frequency response, says Morel.

The new PowerSlim in-wall speaker from Morel

Get set for digital distribution solutions CABLETIME Stand: 10-P130 The MediaStar range of IPTV and digital media distribution solutions is being showcased in Hall 10. This includes the latest version of digital signage content creation software Creator 2.0, and a lower-latency HDMI eEncoder with HDCP Pro 2.2 support and compliant solutions. Creator 2.0 is aimed at users who are looking for creative content creation software coupled with full control of their media environment, including capture, manage, storage and display functionality. This update features full integration with the MediaStar Media Manager content management system to enable easy scheduling and distribution of digital signage pages across the network.

The MediaStar 799 IP Re-Caster blade can distribute multiple live IP video streams between various remote sites

Users will also be able to add 4K content, video rotation, live web clippings and new-style tickers. The low latency HDMI encoder (Model 798) offers a faster, more efficient MediaStar blade for the

current encoder solution, says Cabletime. The encoder also supports HDCP Pro 2.2 content protection across an enterprise network. The company says this ensures that protected content can be played out onto HDCP-compliant devices – something that will be a feature of all Cabletime MediaStar products in 2018. Cabletime is also showing its MediaStar IP Re-Caster blade (799), which converts multicast to unicast and vice versa, and has just been declared as ‘SRT Ready’ by the SRT Alliance. This means it meets criteria that ensure it can optimise streaming performance across unreliable and unpredictable networks without compromising on security and with easy firewall traversal. The company is also demonstrating RoomStar – its interactive TV solution for the global hotel market – at ISE.

Hybrid acoustic panel announced ARTNOVION Stand: 5-U90 Portuguese manufacturer of acoustic products Artnovion is launching Avalon, which it describes as a hybrid panel. It combines an acoustic core with what the company says is a carefully calibrated diffuser design. This dual functionality, claims the company, breaks away from the old-school parameters of acoustic design, creating new paths to solve excessive reverberation and uneven sound fields. The acoustic cores are formed by strategically interweaved acoustic foam with Helmholtz resonators, created over an encompassing

sealed air cavity. The parallel slats are designed to break up incoming waves, with a uniform reflection pattern, creating homogenous sound fields. The most striking facet of this panel, according to the company, is its design possibilities. The panel’s parametric design – a trending style in modern architecture, Artnovion claims, and unique to the acoustic scene – turns simple panels into a pattern that flows along the walls, morphing and unfolding according to your point of view.

The Avalon panel is made from a selection of solid woods, with a range of secondary interior colours. Artnovion serves a customer base that includes recording and broadcast studios, educational establishments, hotels and restaurants, home cinemas and residential developments, factories and workplaces. Its products are distributed worldwide.

The hybrid panel combines an acoustic core with a carefully calibrated diffuser design

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Uncompromising sound for home cinemas Streamlining presentations MERIDIAN AUDIO Stand: 7-E210 The 271 Digital Theatre Controller from Meridian Audio is designed to make it easier to integrate Meridian DSP loudspeakers into a home theatre or cinema. With high-quality dynamics and clarity in analogue, digital and 3D format applications, the 271 has the ability to integrate any analogue or digital AV processor

or receiver on the market with Meridian’s DSP loudspeakers, the company claims. The 271 features Meridian High Resolution (MHR) technology and offers 16 balanced, 16 unbalanced, and the option of 16 digital inputs, depending on the user’s choice of processor. The 271 is rack-mountable and can be stacked to give 40 or even 60 audio output channels. The company claims it is the ‘premium performance

option’ for streaming services, including Atmos, Auro and DTS-X 3D formats, and can be easily integrated thanks to an IP-controlled set up and configuration platform. The 271 Digital Theatre Controller is shipping in Q1 2018. The Meridian Audio experience is now also available in the latest vehicle models from Jaguar Land Rover, thanks to a collaborative partnership between the two engineering companies.

The 271 features MHR technology and is suitable for analogue, digital and 3D format applications

Waking up refreshed and recharged GLOBAL ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT (UK) Stand: 15-G232 Not long ago, if hotel guests wanted to be woken up in the morning, a member of staff would have to phone their room. Now, not only are hotels installing alarm clocks alongside other new technology, but the clocks can charge guests’ phones while keeping them on time. The iHome HWL83B hotel alarm clock from Global Entertainment now comes with wireless Qi charging, avoiding the need for USB cables to plug the phone in; a single day alarm with battery backup enables guests to wake to Bluetooth audio or an alarm tone. Music can be streamed wirelessly from any Bluetooth device, while a built in speakerphone function with voice echo cancellation delivers clear calls for conference calls and hands-free communication. For rooms with two beds and

booking at double occupancy, the iHome’s triple display is the ideal amenity, claims the company. Guests can clearly see the time from their bed and from the desk or chair across the room. The side displays also feature individual dimmers to adjust for up to eight levels of brightness, further heightening personalised service and convenience. The added wireless Qi charging pad and dual iHome has added wireless Qi charging to its newest hotel alarm clock

USB ports charge multiple devices simultaneously. Other iHome in-room electronics from Global Entertainment Management include the new iHome HBN22 space-saver FM Alarm Radio with NFC Bluetooth, speakerphone and dual USB charging. Some models also feature security tethers with tamper-proof screw for theft deterrence.

The Neets QueBec Pro is designed for intelligent AV control

NEETS Stand: 1-F130 Focusing on the needs of the presenter, Neets is showcasing its Touch Panel. The company says it is designed to streamline presentations in meeting rooms that offer multiple choices of AV components and configurations. The 7in touchpanel’s GUI guides the presenter through an easy start-up, while also allowing access to advanced features, according to Neets. The interface can be customised using Neets software to conform to personal preferences, or to match corporate identity. The Touch Panel is designed for easy installation in the wall or a tabletop, and a built-in proximity sensor can provide instant system

activation when movement is sensed nearby. The unit incorporates power over Ethernet to simplify installation and reduce cabling requirements. Also on show is the QueBec Pro for intelligent AV control in smalland medium-sized meeting rooms or learning spaces with interactive displays or LCDs. QueBec Pro senses the presence of an image signal and automatically initiates room functions via relay. It also switches automatically among available VGA and HDMI sources by responding to the active signal, and supports collaboration using wireless presentation solutions. Because QueBec Pro responds to signal activity, Neets says, presentations can be underway in seconds without the use of dedicated remote controls.

Huddle up for a budget AV desk JM SUPPLIES Stand: 13-B120 AV furniture specialist JM Supplies is debuting its price-busting Huddle Delta collaborative desk at ISE 2018. The Huddle Delta Desk is said to have a price point 50% lower than JM’s standard Huddle Desk range and likefor-like competitive products, but keeps the same customisable options as similar JM products. The desk includes a 14U Rack Cabinet, with 3U PC access if required, plus cable management through the length of the desktop to enable customisation for power and cable retractors. It also and offers a range of

The JM Huddle Delta is a customisable collaborative desk

desktop sizes, colours and finishes. Andrew Mitchell, MD of JM Supplies, said: “We are delighted to be launching this cost effective solution at ISE 2018. I hope [it] will bridge the gap between the budget units available from office furniture suppliers, and the high-end units available from AV furniture manufacturers like ourselves.”

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Move over, hardware ARBOR MEDIA Stand: 1-E120, 1-E125 For decades, hardware has dominated the AV industry, says Arbor Media. However, as in many other technology industries, the company believes software is taking over. At ISE, Arbor Media is focusing on its portfolio of conferencing solutions for parliaments, city councils, courtrooms, and more. Arthur Brockhoff, CSO at Arbor Media, said: “We believe the future of professional AV is software. We focus on developing and delivering standardised, automatic and easy-to-use software solutions for meeting preparation and management services, compliance and conference recording services, live streaming, VOD, transcription and archiving services.” According to Brockhoff, the future of professional AV is software because it offers the flexibility and agility that customers demand today. “Instead of inflexible hard-coded, hardwarebased solutions, we offer a flexible software platform that is not only easy to manage, but also easy to adapt,” he continued. “Earlier, hardware dictated how to use conferencing

Brockhoff: “We believe the future of professional AV is software”

and AV systems. Today, that is no longer necessary. Software allows you to create flexible workflows that support multi-platform distribution of live streams and video-ondemand files with a single mouse click. This dramatically boosts efficiency and usability and protects investments in systems.”

Expanded programming for Barionet I/O line

BARIX

Stand: 8-K255 The Barionet 1000 is the latest member of Barix’s universal programmable I/O device family for IP-based control and automation applications. In contrast to other Barionet devices that use the proprietary Barix ABCL programming language, Barix says the Barionet 1000 is the first to be programmable in Linux using the Open WRT framework. It is also the first Barionet device to integrate wireless support and a USB port for emerging control and automation connectivity needs. The Barionet 1000’s positioning as a Linux Open WRT platform device addresses the latest industry trend for open-source control. The company claims it provides systems integrators and OEMs with a clean slate to program the device for almost any control or automation application desired. To maximise the Barionet 1000’s programmable features and operational flexibility, Barix equipped

this device with wireless connectivity and a USB interface alongside standard Barionet features, including relay closures and digital and analogue I/Os. Reto Brader, vice president of sales and marketing at Barix, said: “The Barionet 1000’s Linux Open WRT platform allows customers with development power, or Barix working under their direction, to make this device do exactly what they need it to accomplish. The beauty of this device is that it has real computational power inside. You can develop the program in Linux Open WRT and load it onto the Barionet 1000, and the device can make software-defined decisions on its own.” Barionet 1000 is suited for a range of control and automation-based programmable functions. These include access and door control; contact closure monitoring, environmental monitoring, alarming and logging; failover switching; motion detection and security camera control; photovoltaic power management; and temperature monitoring, logging, and HVAC control.

The Barionet 1000 joins Barix’s universal programmable I/O family

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AURORA MULTIMEDIA Stand: 2-A34

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Managing director EMEA at Peerless-AV

In your opinion, what is the best thing about the ISE show? There’s no other show like ISE. It’s now the main AV event, not only in Europe but the world, where the entire industry comes together to showcase innovation, network and knowledge share. I’ve been coming to ISE for many years now and 2018 has a particularly impressive mix of associated events that we’re attending, including TIDE and DSS. What do you think are the key developments in, or threats to, your market sector at the current time? Display technology is diversifying at a rapid pace, and is a key theme at ISE 2018, especially large format interactive and LED. The growing requirement for indoor wayfinding

and digital advertising is also driving exciting developments in kiosks. The global interactive and selfservice kiosk market is set to reach $25,300 million by 2022, according to Persistence Market Research. Why should delegates visit your stand at ISE 2018? We are exhibiting a range of product innovations and concepts on our stand, all linked to our new corporate branding for 2018. A selection of kiosks are available for visitors to explore, including new ultra-slim, back-to-back and standard option (speaker/camera) models. We’re also showing new mounting solutions that ease the installation of largevenue projectors and videowalls.

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New options for guided tours BEYERDYNAMIC Stand: 1-M100 Offering new options for guided tours is beyerdynamic’s new digital wireless communication system Unite, which is being launched at ISE. Unite’s talkback function means visitors’ questions can be transmitted via the system. This, the company says, will make guided tours interactive and create a dialogue with visitors. Additional guides or interpreters can also be integrated into the system; a total of three people can simultaneously talk and be transmitted. Guided tours can also be enhanced through accompanying music, by original soundtracks, or by the sound from a media column. According to beyerdynamic, Unite’s modern, future-proof transmission platform, which uses the DECT standard, means the system can be used without certification and licence fees. There is, the company says, no need to worry about frequencies as the system itself automatically controls secure transmission, allowing up to 32 groups to be integrated in parallel. Unite is designed as a solution for

guided tours in factories, museums, places of interest and for tourism. The talkback function can also enable intercom usage for training purposes or stage directions, for example. Unite can be used for training and stage directions as well as tours

A new small form-factor pluggable (SFP) slot has been added to Aurora’s IPBaseT VLX-TC1 1Gbps AV over IP transceiver. The new slot will dramatically increase flexibility and functionality at no additional cost, the company says. Visitors to the Aurora stand can learn how the SFP option enables greater network simplicity and management. The RJ-45 SFP

module allows for a secondary connection to IP control ports on devices, network segmentation and daisy chaining (reducing home run cables), all from a single drop. The 1Gbps fibre module provides full bandwidth streaming, making it well suited to applications where signal interference is not tolerated, and secure optical content is necessary, the company says. The fibre module also allows for long distance runs up to 20km. Further VLX-TC1 features include HDMI 2.0/HDCP 2.2,

unlimited scalability, streaming video preview, cloning, channel mapping and videowall modes of up to 8x8 with image rotation capabilities. The transceiver unit is capable of encoding or decoding video while providing Dante/AES67 option,1G Ethernet, RS-232 and IR control ports, and bi-directional USB 2.0. Additionally, The VLX-TC1 can utilise PoE, which the company says will eliminate the need for external power supplies, thereby simplifying the wiring and space.

The IPBaseT VLX-TC1’s new SFP option enables greater network simplicity and management

House music for the cloud ARTSOUND - HOUSE OF MUSIC Stand: 15-N285 In an attempt to double in size by 2020, Belgian audio systems manufacturer House of Music – part of HOMA – is investing over €2 million in its house brand Artsound, and creating a fully integrated cloud-based speaker system. On show at ISE, the new loudspeaker line is operated via WiFi and an app. In the first half of 2018, four new WiFi speakers will be introduced, with an app that allows users to divide a house, office or sports venue into zones. Streaming from popular music services such as Deezer, Spotify, V Tuner and Tidal is possible, and the app can be personalised for each member of family or staff.

The Artsound cloud-based speaker system will be operated via WiFi and an app

Having already purchased an 8,000 sqm building, the company is able to send over 45,000 shipments to customers across Benelux and Europe annually. Investments were also made in a new logistics system, digitisation of

material, and product development. Kristof van Hoorebeke, managing partner at House of Music, said: “With ArtSound we are market leader in the Benelux. But we must prepare for a total switch.”

New control app unveiled MUXLAB

Stand: 1-F114 Being unveiled at ISE on the MuxLab stand is the new MuxLab App. It enables users to manage the connectivity of any source to any display and create comprehensive videowalls. Multiple sites and zones can be managed with the touch of a finger using graphical floor plans. MuxLab says this is to simplify the location finding, identification and control of even the most

complex AV installations. Systems can also be configured with presets to handle repetitive or scheduled tasks. Setting up the app requires a download to get started, available on iOS and Android smartphones and tablets. The app also works with the MuxLab ProDigital Network Controller to manage the entire MuxLab AV over IP product family. The controller’s GUI is said to give integrators and end-users the ability to access

both small and large AV over IP systems with the same level of simplicity. Joe Teixeira, director of product development at MuxLab, said: “MuxLab took great strides to develop a control system that is exceptionally easy to configure and operate, yet powerful. This functionality is another example of MuxLab’s commitment to delivering innovative technologies that empower end users while simplifying their systems management.”

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WELL PLAYED Simply defined, a power chord is two notes played simultaneously to create a powerful, integrated sound. It expands the spectrum of sight and sound to make a performance exponentially richer. Such is the innovative synergy created when Williams Sound and Pointmaker align their strengths. Two, truly dynamic AV companies with a similar vision: driving audio-visual technology that enables communication, strengthens connections and ultimately inspires collaboration. We call our new power chord C3 — communication empowered. Visit us at ISE 2018. Experience a powerful, new force in the AV / collaboration marketplace.

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What do you think that people who work in fixed AV installation can learn from their counterparts in live events?

Use of HDR – for live event technology, there is a variety of solutions utilising HDR. The remaining obstacle is not a lack of products, but rather the lack of knowledge in many areas of the chain. Currently, LED indoor screens produce a wider colour gamut than is necessary for the SDR colour space. Today’s LED screens reach maximum brightness levels that exceed the necessary brightness for full screen white levels to match surrounding conditions. As wider bit depth for input signal and post-processing techniques are being developed, why not use new capabilities to develop the higher-quality appearance of HDR screening for installation applications? In live events, HDR is already being used and has the potential to creatively expand into AV installations.

It’s important for fixed installation teams to understand the importance of latency, an issue that live event teams appreciate a lot better. With the growth of IP video, the definition of latency is starting to change. In fixed installations, if the presenter is in the same room as the video display, latency needs to be minimal, otherwise the effect can be distracting for the audience. Similarly, in remote KVM, if the pointer doesn’t move exactly when the hand moves, the control becomes very awkward.

Andy Fliss Vice president of sales and marketing, tvONE Stand: 1-M130

Hubertus Beckmann Technical director, LANG AG Stand: 1-H50

Lighting up the halls ELATION PROFESSIONAL Stand: 12-F50, 7-P208 On show at ISE is the Artiste Picasso LED light, one of the brightest and most feature-rich profile LED lighting fixtures on the market, according to the company. The Artiste Picasso is a highoutput (22,000 lumens), feature-rich (zoom, framing, CMY, CTO, gobo wheels, animation, prisms, frost and more), yet compact profile light featuring a new high-power 600W cool white LED engine. Also at the show is the Smarty Hybrid – a spot, beam and wash fixture. Elation describes it as the most compact CMY colour mixing hybrid it has released to date. At the heart of the fixture is the new Platinum lamp using FLEX

technology. This offers a discharge lamp/ballast package for high output and compact performance at, the company claims, an efficient and affordable price point. On show too are the Proteus Beam and Proteus Hybrid, both IPrated, discharge lamp beam moving heads. The latter is a three-in-one hybrid moving head that can be used as a spot, beam or wash luminaire. Marc Librecht, European sales and marketing manager at Elation Professional, said: ”Not only is ISE one of our favourite shows of the year, it’s a growing show and we’re growing right along with it. “ISE always brings something new that we don’t get from other shows,” he continued. “ISE success translates into success for us as well. Visitor numbers are excellent

Consultants and integrators who design fixed installations need to consider configuration flexibility and product durability as well as basic performance. Many new installed systems for performance venues are really more like touring systems that simply stay in one building. They are as much ‘fluid installations’ as they are ‘fixed installations’ because loudspeaker systems are frequently removed for aesthetic or sightline reasons, or reconfigured for different types of performances. This kind of install requires loudspeakers systems with touring-ready rigging and durability.

John McMahon Vice president of solutions and strategy, Meyer Sound Stand: 1-M90

Stealing the limelight with new launches

UNIVIEW

Stand: 12-N60 Here at ISE 2018, Uniview is launching two brand new products: an interactive floor display and a flexible LED display. The interactive floor solution includes a built-in patented human-to-machine interaction system, using 16 sensors in each

module. This high number of sensors reduces the response time to less than 0.01s, states the company. It supports a wide variety of self-developed interactive games. One cabinet can be both convex and concave in design, to suit any use. Twelve cabinets can create a circular shape, increasing potential use cases, according to Uniview.

Artiste Picasso is a 22,000 lumens LED fixture with a compact profile

and we always look forward to meeting new customers and connecting with established clients.”

KVM solutions at the touch of a button AVCIT ELECTRONICS Stand: 15-P267 There are lots of different options when it comes to data centre, control room console or videowall control. But they often have limited integration, causing problems with stability – especially with connectivity and control from data centre to videowall. AVCIT claims to offer an alternative to system integrators who prefer all-in-one control room KVM (keyboard-video-mouse) solutions, which even includes built-in videowall controller support for LED walls. Every computer – or source – and console monitor connects to a gigabit switch via a transceiver node to become a KVM matrix, and can

Russian performers take to the stage with Uniview’s new interactive floor display

All-in-one KVM solutions by AVCIT in use at the Xiamen Traffic Command Centre, China

transmit HDMI, RS232/485, IR and USB 90m over Cat cable. Console operators can use a hotkey to access the server, and switch between computers; a quick double click instantly displays the current PC to the display of another

console operator, or pushes it to the videowall. Operators can control the videowall on iOS or Windows, and can zoom in and out, or overlap by mouse or finger, to see a real-time preview of content and video.

Connection sorted PERCON Stand: 14-H130 At ISE, Percon is offering a complete line of connectors, namely HDTV/silver, UHD/8K,

DIN 1.0/2.3, BNC and Micro-BN. Percon says its product termination allows users to save space in high-density applications, thanks to the quality of the products used in manufacture and the quality of its design.

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AVoIP feature pack launched Fine-pitch LED displays narrow in on ISE

WOLFVISION Stand: 1-M20

The presentation and collaboration technology solutions company is launching a vSolution MATRIX feature pack for its Cynap collaboration system at ISE 2018. When activated, this AVoIP feature pack enables configuration, control, distribution, and sharing of video and audio between multiple workstation monitors using multiple Cynap and Cynap Core units connected using the network infrastructure. A single Cynap unit, designated as the ‘main’ system in the room, is connected to multiple workstations with either a Cynap or a Cynap Core system installed. Audio and video content is shared

between connected monitors and the main screen in the room over the network. This uses a simple drag and drop interface, with all processing performed by the installed Cynap systems themselves. This eliminates the need for additional encoding/ decoding hardware. Wireless BYOD screen sharing for all smartphones, tablets, and laptops is available at every workstation, with no need for apps, dongles or additional software, claims WolfVision. Annotation and whiteboard functionality are provided and the Cynap built-in media player handles playback of any content accessed from cloud, network or other connected sources. Enterprise-level encryption ensures secure delivery of content materials between workstations.

LIANTRONICS

Stand: 12-E30, 12-C30 Making a debut at ISE are the VA fine-pitch LED displays VA0.9 and VA1.2, offering a pixel pitch of 0.9mm and 1.2mm respectively on a 600×337.5mm panel size, as well as the RE fine-pitch rental range. LianTronics’ classic products – the VL fine-pitch LED videowall and RA high-end rental solution – are also part of the show. Kylin Guan, director of the marketing department at LianTronics, said: “I believe the vivid and brilliant colours of our narrow pixel pitch screen bring an amazing visual experience that will impress all attendees at ISE 2018. The realisation of seamless FHD, 4K or 8K resolution can be easily achieved just by a different

The fine-pitch RE rental solution is being showcased on the LianTronics stand

splicing method. Our RA and RE series rental solutions are proof of our determination to step further into the rental market.” Faye Peng, manager of the marketing department at LianTronics, said: “LianTronics is an old friend to ISE. It’s an unprecedented opportunity for us to showcase the latest

Combining sound quality with style AUDIO INNOVATIONS Stand: 15-Q310

The vSolution MATRIX Feature Pack enables configuration, control, distribution and sharing of video and audio

Combining membrane and magneto-static technology, the new AI-120 super-slim loudspeaker system is designed to fit into any room design, according

to Audio Innovations. The AI-120 speaker is compact, at 4cm wide, 2cm deep and 1.2m high, with a 400W subwoofer (200W RMS). According to the company, the construction of the speaker avoids the problems associated with

cutting-edge technology of LED videowall solutions for both channel customers and endusers. Furthermore, our company has rich experience of investing domestically and abroad, so ISE also creates a great platform for us to start a joint business to win more [market share] together with European partners.”

complex loads, which often occur in conventional passive speakers. With a qualified subwoofer offering a phase correction feature – which the company claims is unusual in this price range – the speaker can focus on frequencies above 120Hz. Whether paired with a digital, analogue or tube amplifier, says the company, ‘the AI-120 behaves as best in class’.

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FEATURE En route towards the next big AV destination Few environments place greater demands on AV than transport networks, or offer greater opportunity, says Paul Bray Transport is one of the most advanced verticals for AV. Modern transport hubs are about far more than moving people from A to B. They need to create a wow-factor experience that pulls in passengers, entertains them while they’re waiting, and maximises the opportunity to sell to them. Increasingly it’s AV that enables them to do this, especially as many have already made the investment in the robust IP networks needed to support it. That’s why you’ll see airports and stations adorned by the latest LED displays and videowalls, often integrated into ‘architectural’ features such as curved awnings and wraparound columns. Any price premium will be more than repaid if it attracts more airlines by driving increased passenger numbers to the airport, for example. Maximise returns Content playout is being reconfigured to maximise returns. Why invest in separate information boards and advertising hoardings when a banner videowall can serve as both? Everyone looks at the departure board, so where better to show ads as well, or interspersed among information messaging? The latest players and content management systems make this possible. Add some intelligence behind the scenes and you can start to personalise display information to individual passengers or groups. If the system knows a plane from

Beijing has just arrived, it can display notices in Mandarin around the baggage carousel. Long, dreary tunnels are starting to be transformed into immersive experiences with wall and floor displays running their entire length – unthinkable until the ‘price per lumen’ of LED and laser projection reached a viable level. No time for passengers to stop and touch? No problem if the interface is gesturebased; they can interact without breaking stride. As transport hubs strive to provide more, they are having to do it with less, especially less manpower. So there’s a drive to replace information desks and ticket offices with touchscreen information boards and selfservice kiosks. As well as being more reliable than mechanical buttons, touchscreenbased interfaces are more flexible and reprogrammable when needs change. And they must be robust enough to operate unattended 24/7, cope with the vibration of passing trains, and survive climates ranging from Muscovite winters to the steam heat of Bangkok. In fact few environments are as taxing as transport networks, or place greater demands on reliability, enabling the AV industry to show what it’s made of. System-on-chip displays with open-source operating systems mean there’s no separate PC to malfunction or display a blank, blue screen. Projectors with remote monitoring and early warning systems

can alert an engineer before they fail. While video provides a lot of the ‘icing’ on the transport cake, much of the bread-andbutter work of keeping passengers informed and safe still falls to audio announcements. With its frequent requirement to route many channels of audio across long distances with ultra-low latency and no degradation of quality, transport is a ripe market for the latest audio networking technologies, including SIP and Dante. Rail networks spanning hundreds of stations and thousands of miles of track can reduce latency to a few milliseconds. Control rooms Out of sight of passengers, AV is becoming an integral part of transport control rooms. Feeds from 4K cameras, mapping tools and 3D visualisation systems converge on operators’ screens with up-to-the-second information. Unified communications tools enable them to collaborate with each other and with maintenance teams in the field, while KVM (keyboard, video, mouse) technology places everything at their fingertips. Growing use of intelligent analytics means that the system can take over much of the drudge work. If a piece of debris falls onto a runway or a person falls onto the rail tracks, a combination of high-definition cameras and artificial intelligence can spot it. So AV not only makes travel a more enjoyable experience – it makes it safer, too.

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World’s first 4K visualiser Going large with launch of first 4K Big Pad ELMO Stand: 5-R15 Claimed to be the world’s first 4K visualiser, the MX-1 is making its debut at ISE on the Elmo stand. It is equipped with SuperSpeed USB 3.0 which allows for full HD video at up to 60fps. The unit weighs 470g, making it easy to transport, according to Elmo. The company adds that it can connect to virtually any projector, interactive whiteboard, PC monitor or TV screen. The MX-1 uses a 13MP image sensor to output images in 4K UHD resolution. The MX-1 can also be connected to an optional accessory called Connect Box, which adds connectivity options for HDMI and

The MX-1 visualiser from Elmo features ultra HD resolution

RGB-based displays without the need for a PC. Elmo bundles the MX-1 with free interactive software, including annotation tools that can highlight images with lines, shapes and freehand notes.

SHARP Stand: 12-E100 The Big Pad interactive display with a 4K LCD touch panel is being launched here at ISE 2018 by Sharp. The 70in 4K Big Pad (PN-70TH5) adds to Sharp’s range of displays for sharing information in meetings and lessons, the company states. It will be on sale this month. Sharp claims the Big Pad makes it easy to view large amounts of detailed information, such as technical drawings, maps or spreadsheets. Special features support working with content at Ultra HD resolution; 4K reading is supported by Sharp’s

Sharp is presenting meeting room and digital signage solutions, plus a big vision for an 8K ecosystem

UV2A screen technology for high contrast and image clarity, and 4K writing is supported by a range of features including palm rejection, so the user’s palm does not make marks on the screen when they are writing. A modified pen with a 2mm tip is supplied for precise writing.

Sid Stanley, general manager, visual solutions at Sharp, said: “With our unique experience we understand the needs of our customers. Selecting the right interactive whiteboard to suit your needs should be a considered decision. “To highlight why interactive whiteboards should be carefully chosen, consider the important role they play in the meeting room,” added Stanley. “Meetings take up a lot of time, so they need to be as productive as possible. Across Europe, there is a demand for meetings to be more engaging, more inclusive, and more productive, and Sharp is offering a range of easy-to-use tools that deliver the benefits of better decision making and collaboration.”

Setting the world on Fire

European bow for LED driver tech

MONTARBO

SILICONCORE

Stand: 7-C235 The new Fire MKII series from Montarbo has been designed for versatility and ease of use, the company says. Fitted with flying points, the new active Fire speakers are suitable for a large number of applications. Functionality has been extended by allowing a monitor preset to be activated with the press of a button on the back panel. Additional rubber feet should avoid any damage to the cabinet when in monitor position, at the same time preventing the speaker from moving during the performance.

The Fire MKII’s aesthetics have been enhanced by new high-brightness LEDs and a new polyurea finish, and the series has been rounded out with the addition of a new 10in passive model. Also on display is Montarbo’s FiveO budget range, manufactured abroad but designed by the same R&D team to Montarbo’s usual high standards. The Montarbo FiveO GS is a new sound reinforcement solution for small to mid-size applications seeking high performance for a competitive price. Multiple systems can be assembled by combining four products: a kit of four 4in passive speakers, 12in active subwoofer, 12in passive subwoofer and fourchannel amplifier.

Stand: 10-S155

Montarbo FiveO GS1 kit of four units of 4in passive speakers

Making its European debut at ISE 2018, the HDR Z.A.C.H. driver technology from LED A SiliconCore Lavender 1.2mm LED display specialist SiliconCore featuring Z.A.C.H. driver technology features in all of the 0.95mm to 1.9mm pixel pitch displays shown on its SiliconCore displays ‘marketstand. leading dynamic range and colour Z.A.C.H.( standing for Z – for reproduction’. impedance – Adjustment for Colour When combined with SiliconCore’s Homogeneity), offers technology low power Common Cathode embedded in the driver chip to Technology (CCT), a 4K screen with accurately detect impedance the Z.A.C.H. LED driver can achieve variations of each LED and apply uniform maximum brightness an adjustment compensation. of over 1,800 nits and minimum This technology is claimed to give brightness under 0.1 nits.

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Small is beautiful ACME Stand: 15-Q254 Whoever said that small can’t be professional can’t have seen the new Energy Spot Pro from Acme, which the company claims offers a ‘super fast and wide zoom in a compact size’ and can be installed in a variety of locations. The white LED source provides the brightest output, but when colour is needed, almost any shading can be selected using a CMY module, or via the instant colour wheel. The fixture, on display on Acme’s stand at ISE 2018, is said to feature super-fast pan and tilt speed, while the linear motorised zoom with wash effect has an instant zoom range of 8° to 45°. The colour wheel features nine colours plus open; the gobo wheel offers a static gobo wheel with nine gobos plus open, and a rotating gobo wheel, which holds up to seven gobos plus open. All are designed to be quick and easy to replace.

The unit also includes a motorised linear iris, and a three-facet prism which is capable of rotating in both directions, independent frost effect, and various strobe speeds. It has been tested to operate at no more than 40dB at 1m, claims the company.

Stand: 8-G415 A range of external video capture devices is being showcased at ISE 2018, including 4K models in the USB Capture Plus family. The 4K USB Capture Plus devices can capture video at resolutions up to 4096 x 2160 through a standard USB 3.0 interface, with no additional power source required. Featuring Magewell’s USB Capture 4K Plus family can bring UHD video into popular software applications

REALFICTION Stand: 15-A250 The Dreamoc Diamond is a new mixed-reality display for exhibitions, malls and airports, for creating attention at exhibitions, malls and other open spaces. The Diamond is one of the company’s largest Dreamoc models built so far, and is designed with four large panes of glass. This allows for real objects and projected 3D holographic images to be blended together and experienced from all sides of the display. For example, the display can present everything

from small exclusive products like perfume – visualising all the nuances in the form of flowing animations evaporating from the real bottle – to larger products like premium suitcases or designer furniture, highlighting intricate details and features. The Dreamoc Diamond has been designed by Danish designer Steffen Schmelling, who has previously designed products for brands including Bang & Olufsen, LG and Samsung. Clas Dyrholm, CEO at Realfiction, said: “We are constantly working on improving ourselves, and pushing the limits for what is possible to

Together in electric streams VEO-LABS Stand: 13-B150 The Energy Spot Pro features super-fast pan and tilt speed and a linear motorised zoom

Plug-and-play 4K USB video capture MAGEWELL DIGITAL VIDEO ESSENTIALS

Putting a shine on mixed reality

driver-free installation and automatic input detection for plug-and-play operation, USB Capture Plus devices are compatible with Windows, Mac or Linux software for applications such as web conferencing, live streaming, collaboration, medical imaging and lecture capture. Two models provide a choice of input. The USB Capture SDI 4K Plus captures 4K video at 30fps over its 6Gbps SDI interface, while the USB Capture HDMI 4K Plus supports 4K input up to 60fps via HDMI 2.0, capturing at 30fps. Both models offer loop-through connections, simplifying workflows by enabling source signals to be sent simultaneously to additional displays or equipment without the need for external splitters or routers. High-quality video processing such as up/down/cross-conversion and image adjustments are performed by an integrated FPGA.

OpenVeo 4 – the latest version of VeoThe Veobox dual-input H.264 encoder Labs’s open source can record and webcast events over the internet web platform, is being showcased. The streaming service is compliant The company specialises in video with major streaming platforms and streaming solutions for the healthcare, hosting services, including Vimeo Pro, corporate and education markets. YouTube and Wowza. The OpenVeo The modular OpenVeo cloud platform dovetails with the Veobox – a platform provides video recording dual-input H.264 encoder that can system control, management of a VoD record and webcast conferences, catalogue of videos with metadata, meetings or training courses over the video enrichment, statistics and internet. authentication management. For the healthcare market, Veo-Labs

The Diamond’s four large panes of glass allow for real objects and projected 3D holographic images to be blended together

achieve with mixed reality in social environments. “It is also possible to add a customisable billboard on top of the cabinet to attract even more attention.”

has designed what it describes as an ‘innovative solution’, which combines video compositing and streaming features for simulation centres and surgery rooms. This comes in full HD or 4K versions. Veo-Labs is also introducing its Wizilive live video platform, developed by its sister company Vodalys, that combines all the powerful features of a video control system within a simple web page. The platform is able to ingest several video inputs captured from various sources, such as smartphones, video encoders and web page screencasts. Wizilive offers content enrichment options and can stream the resulting video flow simultaneously to social networks and to a secured web-based video player.

Consistent, intelligible emergency notification

COMMUNITY PROFESSIONAL LOUDSPEAKERS Stand: 1-H130 Designed to provide consistent, intelligible emergency messages, the TT-1020 Emergency Notification Tunnel Loudspeaker from Community is claimed to deliver precise pattern control and excellent performance in enclosed linear spaces and other highly reverberant environments.

To meet the performance goals for long-projection emergency notification, the system uses a single high-power purpose-built MF transducer to offer accurate signal reproduction and very low distortion. Community’s proprietary 2in exit compression driver is said to deliver high intelligibility at elevated sound pressure levels. This, says Community, makes it ideal for road and rolling stock tunnels and similar acoustically challenging environments. The large-format

The Community TT1020 uses a single high power purposebuilt MF transducer

waveguide is designed to ensure precision directivity control throughout the entire voice band.

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NEWS

Which technology do you think will have the greatest impact on the industry over the next five years – and why?

VOXPOP

I believe there will continue to be a drive for more readily available high-resolution content, better preserving the fidelity of audio and video for consumers and achieving huge market acceptance. For home technology professionals, the goal will be to design and sell higherquality experiences for the best performance that the content can offer in order to generate lasting client satisfaction. High-resolution products are becoming minimum technology expectations for customers, so it’s no surprise that demand will continue to increase.

John Buchanan CEO, Meridian Audio Stand: 7-E210

We foresee the widespread adoption of screens with built-in system-on-chip processors as the technology becomes comparable with current external player technology. In addition, there is likely to be an accelerated transition from passive digital signage display to interactive solutions which drive increased audience engagement. We expect the majority of solutions to be touch-driven; however, some will experiment with other means of interactivity such as voice or gesture. In terms of display technology, the use of UHD 4K will become more widespread. Along with developments in OLED and QLED display technologies, image quality will continue to improve.

Hugh Coghill-Smith Chief commercial officer, Onelan Stand: 8-C282

Adoption of IP networks and Ethernet will grow and become ubiquitous across the industry. We’re already seeing the transition to IP accelerating in broadcast and production workflows, driven by the need for agility to handle compressed and uncompressed media streams in various formats between end points and virtualised functions, and to scale delivery in a much more flexible way. The pro AV industry is likely to quickly follow suit as emerging IP-based standards enable this in an interoperable way, yet tailored to the needs of the professional market.

Ramesh Iyer Director of pro AV and broadcast vertical marketing, Xilinx Stand: 15- K222

Screenberry Media Servers make their debut

Adding to the mix

FRONT PICTURES

AVID

Stand: 12-F85

Stand: 7-R230

Kyiv-based creative studio Front Pictures is showcasing for the first time a range of its Screenberry Media Servers here at ISE 2018. This solution for real-time extreme high-res multi-screen playback is designed for stage screens, multimedia installations, dome projection and 3D mapping. Thanks to its hybrid render engine, a single Screenberry Media Server can smoothly play back up to 67.1 MP (8 x 8K) video and output it on up to 72 displays or projectors simultaneously. The server’s built-in powerful autocalibration engine allows the user to seamlessly blend and align projectors and screens in minutes on extreme set-ups like domes, spheres, panoramas, and custom multi-screen layouts, claims

Describing it as one of the most requested live mixing systems in the world, Avid is demonstrating the latest in its Venue series of mixing consoles. Avid says the Venue | S6L console offers unprecedented processing capabilities with more than 300 processing channels. Its advanced engine design is geared towards high performance and reliability, enabling users to mix faster and more easily through modern touch screen workflows, as well as working with far more plug-ins and Pro Tools track counts than ever before. The Liquid Room in Edinburgh has installed two Avid Venue | S6L consoles And with support for

A single Screenberry Media Server can playback up to 67.1 MP (8x8K) video and output it on up to 72 displays or projectors simultaneously

the company. The server’s nodebase architecture permits a large number of set-ups, configurations and control scenarios. Thanks to the full functional control via IP, users can operate this multimedia powerhouse from anywhere on the planet. Yuri Kostenko, CEO at Front Pictures, said: “Screenberry was

Presentation matrix family hits ISE DEXON SYSTEMS Stand: 2-B90

and resolutions, while converting, switching and scaling them to outputs with the desired output signal standards and resolutions. No external signal converters, transmitters or scalers are needed. The range offers a platformindependent graphical user interface, as well as remote supervision and management tools, while TCP/IP or RS-232 remote control guarantee successful project integration, claims the company.

DIMAX matrixes, which operate at the heart of an AV project, are here at ISE 2018 with maker Dexon Systems. DIMAX is an abbreviation of Dexon Systems’ Intelligent Matrix, a large presentation matrix family. This product family consists of small boxes for entry-level projects, as well as different modular chassis to serve small, medium and Three is the magic number: no external large projects. signal converters, transmitters or The DIMAX scalers are required with DIMAX presentation matrixes offer an all-in-one solution, handling all input signal standards

started in 2007 as an internal media platform as other solutions did not provide us with enough creative freedom. Seeing the results of our work, other media artists started asking us for this ‘magical software’ for their shows and installations. This encouraged us to convert our in-house technology into a product which is now available for the whole industry.”

the Venue | On-Stage iOS app in Venue 5.6, monitor mixes can be controlled remotely. Edinburgh nightclub and live music venue The Liquid Room has installed two Venue | S6L consoles with Avid Pro Tools to modernise its live sound system. Glynne Dewar, operations manager at The Liquid Room, said: “The straightforward design of the whole system has made our lives easier. Ultimately it’s the sound quality that matters, and the Venue | S6L has met our high standards.”

Mini sensors for room climate control and presence detection ELSNER ELEKTRONIK Stand: 9-F120 The models Mini-Sewi KNX TH and TH-Pr from Elsner Elektronik are able to measure temperature and humidity in a room and calculate the dewpoint. Visitors to ISE 2018 can see how a PI controller regulates one-stage venting and aerating, or one or two-stage venting. If the comfort field – which is the ideal range of temperature and humidity – is exceeded, the

New indoor sensors Mini-Sewi KNX-T-TH and Mini-Sewi TH-Pr

indoor sensors send a message to the KNX bus. Additionally, the Mini-Sewi KNX TH-Pr detects movement in a room. The exact detection range

of the sensor depends on the mounting. At a mounting height of 2.50m, the presence detector monitors an area of around 7.40m x 5.60m segmentally.

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WORKSHOPS

Each Professional Development workshop accrues either 1 or 1.5 Renewal Units for AVIXA members who attend. Book workshops at www.iseurope.org/shop 12:00-13:00 – Room D203

AVIXA Workshops are organised into four tracks. To help you to choose your sessions, use the key below to identify the topics of most interest to you. AV-IT

Design

Emerging Trends

User Experience

Audio System Design and Setup

Speaker: Chuck Espinoza, CTS-D, CTS-I, staff instructor, AVIXA How many audio systems are designed, installed and operated without properly being set up? Most of them. Many times, the idea of ‘if I can hear it, it’s working’, will take the place of a properly designed and balanced system. This session will take away some of the mystery of setting up your audio system from microphone selection to properly setting up the amps. It’s not magic, it’s maths.

13:30-14:30 – Room D203

Using Open Source Software for AV Management and Control

Speaker: Patrick Murray, AV programmer, Controlhaus Systems Design There was a time when proprietary systems were the only way to reliably create real-time automation and control systems. Times have changed. In this presentation, we’ll show you how to create a custom user interface in Swift (without writing any code), how to connect the interface to a Raspberry Pi for local control, and how to send and receive data to a cloud application for remote management.

10:00-11:30 – Room D203

The Evolution of Networks for Ethernet and IP for Audio, Video and Beyond

WEDNESDAY

10:00-11:30 – Room D204

What You Should Know about User Experience Design

Speaker: Nick Babich, UX consultant User experience, or UX, is a popular term in the technology and design industries today. Because UX is a growing field that continues to be defined, many are unsure what UX means and how it relates to the traditional discipline of AV systems design. You’ll often hear people refer to UX when talking about digital interfaces, like websites or mobile apps. While that’s not incorrect, a deeper look into UX is essential for a full understanding of what UX is and why it’s important for AV design professionals to know more about it. In this exciting workshop you’ll gain a full understanding of UX and the role of the UX designer, as well as how different UX design is from AV systems design.

12:00-13:00 – Room D204

Unconventional Digital out of Home – AV Challenges Behind the Most Successful Campaigns

Speaker: Roberto Vogliolo, CEO, DOOH.IT Unconventional advertising campaigns in the out of home market are more and more based on interactive digital contents, triggered by real-time data from sensors, linked to user profiles and definitely part of a multi/omnichannel communication strategy. This is the field where some of the most interesting convergences are happening in the market! A selection of some of he best and most engaging DOOH campaigns of this kind will be presented, revealing their key success factors and explaining the major content and technology challenges.

13:30-14:30 – Room 13-N110

WEDNESDAY

Speaker: Ben Wilmot, audio product manager, Biamp Systems, on behalf of Avnu Alliance; Richard Bugg, digital products solutions architect, Meyer Sound This presentation educates AV and IT managers, integrators and specifiers on best practices for distributing time sensitive audio, video and control signals over Ethernet networks. The class covers network features, design considerations and protocols, with a focus on modern Ethernet capabilities such as AVB/TSN and IEEE 1588/ PTP. The presentation will provide attendees with an understanding of the primary fundamentals to achieve networked AV success. It will outline design considerations used for AV, including converged networks.

All AVIXA workshops cost €100 for AVIXA members and €140 for non-members. Alternatively, they can be attended at no extra cost for holders of an AVIXA ALL ACCESS Pass or an AVIXA/ CEDIA SUPERPASS.

If You’re Not Doing AV-over-IP Yet, You Will Be

Speaker: Gary Kayye, founder at rAVe Publications It’s not often that a new technology comes along where you have 100% of the industry agreeing it’s the future. But, sending audio, video and control signals over the network is just that – the future of AV. Right now AV-over-IP is sort of an art and a science mixed together. And you must be futureproofing your clients and systems. But don’t believe the hype. When you leave his session, you’ll be able to make educated decisions about each AV networking technology, every standard, how it all works and how the future of AV signal distribution, cabling, routing and display will work.

15:00-16:30 – Room D204

Designing Audio Systems for UC-Based Collaboration Rooms

Speaker: Tom Colman, senior applications engineer, Shure ICE A meeting room’s performance should not be impeded by rooms that are difficult to set up, or that are perceived to be difficult to set up. Poor performance is a surefire way to put people off using them and create more work for the support team. This seminar will highlight the importance of audio in UC-based huddle rooms as well as explain the benefits of using the DSP audioconferencing processors and high quality microphones to improve the performance of these rooms.

15:00-16:30 – Room D203

The Road Ahead: Emerging Business and Technology Trends

Speaker: Peter Putman, president, ROAM Consulting This insightful session will peer over the edge of tomorrow and examine how the latest technology innovations will continue to change your business and your world. What new ideas drawn from consumer, broadcast and tech culture will shape the outcome of your work in the years ahead? What is actionable and what is hype? This workshop is sure to be very popular!

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FLASHTRACKS

All FlashTracks are free to attend, and no pre-booking is required

AVIXA FlashTracks are free 20-minute education sessions that are held on stand 13-N110. FlashTrack education is designed for AV professionals of all experience levels. They focus on hot topics in the industry

11:00-11:20

13:00-13:20

15:00-15:20

LinkedIn for Integrators

The Merging of Technology Between the Broadcast and Installed AV Industries

Creating an Effortless Digital Interactive Experience

Speaker: Ashley Daigneault, senior account director at Caster Communications Every company should be on social media, but for installers it can be difficult to determine how best to promote their business. This ‘What You Need to Know’ course includes a high-level overview of the singular platform that dealers want to leverage and use better, faster and easier. The course will include the why, how, when, what, audience, and metrics of an organic LinkedIn social media program. In a down and dirty 20-minute run-through, but with a customised LinkedIn for AV Installers workbook, they can take back to the office and practice on their own, dealers will learn the best practices to improve their time and effort invested on LinkedIn.

13:30-13:50

The Case for Digital Signage: How to Sell Digital-out-ofHome Against Other Media

12:30-12:50

How Can You Use Certifications and Standards as a Competitive Advantage? Speaker: David Aleksandersen, marketing manager, Dataton Which certifications and standards are there in the market and how can you use them to increase your business’s competitive edge? The seminar covers an overview of AVIXA’s ANSI/InfoComm standards, with a more in-depth look at Projected Image System Contrast Ratio (PISCR), and upcoming Direct View Display Image System Contrast Ratio (DVDISCR).Citing real-life examples, the seminar will show how companies use these standards to boost business and how to use it as a positive differentiator toward competition.

WEDNESDAY

European IOTA

Speaker: Stephanie Gutnik, director of business development, BroadSign Displays are everywhere – and people are looking. Digital out-ofhome (DOOH ) content is relevant, impactful and engaging. It is welcomed by those who see and interact with messaging. Yet it only commands a small percentage of global media spend. The session explores why media buyers have neglected our medium and suggest ways that media owners, salespeople and consultants can effectively pitch DOOH against other media. Our goal is to attract new advertisers, grow the industry’s share in media budgets and increase overall revenue.

14:00-14:20

Best Practices for the Perfect Project

Speaker: Justin Paveley, CTS-D, CTS-I, SMSTS, projects director, Focus 21 Visual Communications In today’s commercial AV projects, there are high-level project management principles and best practices that, used correctly, can be the key to a successful commercial AV project. In this presentation you will learn to plan, execute and complete an AV project successfully, as well as understand the typical AV industry project lifecycles and project stakeholders. Determine requirements and validate assumptions, and identify important project metrics in typical AV industry methodology.

14:30-14:50

15:30-15:50

Twenty-Minute Design School: Room Modes

WEDNESDAY

11:30-11:50 Speaker: Sean Wargo, senior director of market intelligence, AVIXA AVIXA is proud to present the 2017 AV Industry Outlook and Trends Analysis (IOTA) report, produced in co-operation with IHS Markit. The new series of studies, conducted by IHS Markit on behalf of AVIXA, draws on the London-based global firm’s extensive sources of information, analytics and expertise across critical technologies to forge solutions for industries and markets that drive economies worldwide. This session will introduce you to the European Regional Report, which provides analysis of key solution areas, including command and control, conferencing and collaboration, digital signage, live events, security/surveillance/life safety, and simulation and visualisation. The report also discusses the future of the industry and key trends in the technologies brought to bear on AV solutions, such as cloud and software-as-a-service, as well as commodity IT equipment. This session is also on Friday 9 February at 11:30

Speaker: Nate Moyal, general manager, FlatFrog Asia When designing a digital interactive environment, the temptation is to load the product with technical features. However, most mainstream users simply desire to have an intuitive and natural interaction. In a way, they want the technology to be invisible, but for the tool to be as intuitive and easy to use as a non-digital pen and paper. The presentation dives into the key components when creating an effortless digital interactive experience.

Speaker: Rich Zwiebel, vice president of systems strategy, QSC How are the broadcast and AV industries growing closer? What shared technologies, protocols, methods and standards are emerging? Join us at this informative short session and find out!

Speaker: Chuck Espinoza, CTS-D, CTSI, staff instructor, AVIXA Calculate the environmental factor of how your room geometry effects the tuning of your audio system.

16:00-16:20

Key Principles of UX Design for Space Design

Speaker: Nick Babich, UX consultant This session will explore the key takeaways for AV space designers from the emerging discipline of user experience design. Learn how an analysis of virtual spaces and web environments – from the user perspective – can inform our designs for real world spaces.

16:30-16:50

Twenty-Minute Tech Manager School: Stakeholder Engagement Speaker: Chuck Espinoza, CTS-D, CTS-I, staff instructor , AVIXA Increase your collaboration quality and efficiency with some techniques to better your stakeholder communications.

Understanding A Network Analyzer’s Display: Using WireShark

Speaker: Stuart Willcocks, CTS-D, CTS-I, audio-visual design engineer, Google Take a dive into what Network Analyzer is displaying and how that can help you in the AV industry. This session is also on Friday 9 February at 14:30.

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SESSIONS

Half-day sessions cost €175 for CEDIA members (€250 for non-members); 90-minute sessions are €100 (€140). All sessions are included in CEDIA and ALL ACCESS Passes 11:30 - 13:00 - Room D202

Colour coding on these CEDIA sessions indicates the role(s) for which they are intended: Technician Salesperson Designer Network Specialist Project Manager

Emerging Trends

UHD Video and Beyond: The Science of Better Pixels

Business Owner

Speaker: David Meyer, director of technical curriculum , CEDIA The buzz around resolution is driving conversation about video quality across the industry. But the true glory of UHD video comes not from more pixels, but better pixels. In this class we’ll explore colour gamut and volume, high dynamic range benefits – and the different types – along with frame rates, and of course display technologies required to deliver the better pixels. We’ll also briefly look back at how we arrived here and why, from the legacy of gamma and the influence of the Digital Cinema Initiative (DCI).

09:00 - 13:00 - Room D303

Design Thinking and Client Discovery Workshop

Speaker: Rich Green, owner at Rich Green Design Peter Aylett, technical director at Archimedia During this hands-on workshop, attendees will practise using the methods of design thinking for client discovery and needs assessment. Focusing on conducting client interviews by stressing communication techniques, this session will help attendees to discover true needs, as well as covering how to incorporate cuttingedge technologies into future designs. The class will discuss the path to end-user empathy and create actionable points of view upon which system designs and user experiences can be optimised.

11:30 - 13:00 - Room D302

Mastering Online Marketing

Speaker: Geoff Meads, managing director, Presto AV Using the ever-growing number of online platforms for company marketing can be appealing. Yet key messages can soon get lost, become confusing, and even be destructive if not coordinated. So how can we bring these activities together to build a solid brand that drives sales? In this course attendees will look at combining online activity to build a brand that clients know, like, trust and even love! The session is suitable for integrators, manufacturers and distributors alike. Attendees will leave with a marketing template to use in their own business and a clear path for success!

09:30 - 11:00 - Room D301

Building the Perfect Team – Attracting & Retaining the Best People

09:30 - 11:00 - Room D201

Designing a Super Cinema: Building the Best of the Best

Speaker: Guy Singleton, owner, Imagine This Often, a good cinema is about managing compromises: restrictions in budget, room size, and aesthetics exist on nearly every project. What happens when there are no restraints? How do you move from a good cinema, to a truly great cinema? Can you build the perfect home cinema? From reference level performance to military-grade engineering in HVAC and power delivery, all areas of design and build will be on the table in this fast-paced, fascinating trip into super cinema.

09:30 - 11:00 - Room D302

Using a Dashboard to Steer Your Company on the Right Path

Speaker: Leslie Shiner, owner, The Shiner Group As a business owner or manager, you cannot afford to get buried in the weeds of the daily financial transactions. Instead, you need to have a financial dashboard that provides an early warning system for your financial stability. Learn how to create an executive dashboard and explore what numbers you need to track; explore Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to help keep you on course.

09:30 - 11:00 - Room D202

Emerging Networking Trends: Threats and Opportunities to Your Business

Speaker: Mike Maniscalco, VP of product & marketing, Ihiji The tech landscape is evolving faster than any other. If your business is not staying on top of the newest tricks and trends, you could fall behind the competition. Learn what you could encounter with these rapidly advancing networking technologies.

11:30 - 13:00 - Room D201

How to Design a KNX System that is Reliable and Stable

WEDNESDAY

Speaker: Graham Brown, MD, Forces Recruitment Services In a candidate-led market it’s harder than ever to find quality people. This course will give CEDIA business owners an insight into the pros and cons of different types of recruitment, a look at the true cost of recruiting someone and how they may or may not blend into your team and how to retain them. It will also look at how to interview more effectively to help decide if you’ve made the right choice, and what part psychometrics can play in that process.

Speaker: Mark Warburton, technical director, Ivory Egg The KNX open protocol is powerful and flexible, but the underlying infrastructure needs to be designed correctly to work effectively. This brand-agnostic seminar looks at how the topology works and the steps you can take to guarantee the reliability and stability on even the biggest project. The class will then explore the different ways in which third party systems can interface to KNX and the best practices to ensure both systems can operate to their full potential.

11:30 - 13:00 - Room D301

Lighting Control 101

Speaker: Sam Woodward, customer education leader EA at Lutron By the end of the session, participants will be able to identify common lighting control protocols, understand key components, and plan the installation requirements for a project to run smoothly. Cable types and common acronyms will also be discussed.

14:00 - 17:30 - Room D302

Home Theatre Audio and Acoustics Part II

Speaker: Anthony Grimani, president and lead consultant at Performance Media Industries By building upon existing knowledge gained from Home Theatre Audio and Acoustics, Part I, this session will explore how loudspeakers work, discuss specification fact and fallacy, and look at audience and room size configurations.

14:00 - 15:30 - Room D202

Immersive Audio - Unified 3D Speaker Layouts for Multiple Listeners

Speaker: Arnaud Laborie, co-founder and CEO, Trinnov Audio Immersive sound offers the possibility of new lifelike experiences in home cinema, but also raises challenges. This course covers the concepts of immersive sound, the three immersive sound formats and their recommended speaker layouts. It explores the specific additional constraints found in highperformance home cinemas and provides a practical implementation in a real project.

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16:00 - 17:30 – Room D202

The Future of Power - Localised Generation, Distribution and Lower Power Micro Grids

Wire, Wireless & Fibre - Understanding Bandwidth

Speaker: David Meyer, director of technical curriculum, CEDIA Our thirst for data is huge. With 4K and even 8K video on the horizon it’s about to get even bigger! If you want to deliver reliable data (especially for video) then you need to understand bandwidth. In this course we’ll understand how much bandwidth each system needs, and compare those bandwidth requirements with the capacities available from common carriers. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of data, bandwidth and capacity, which they can apply in real-world situations.

WEDNESDAY

14:00 - 17:30 – Room D301

Developing Your Brand Vision, Strategy and Tactics – An Interactive Workshop

Speaker: Peter Aylett, technical director at Archimedia, Omar Hikal, CEO and head of strategy at the Brand Company Your brand is your most powerful asset to rise above both your competitors and mass market threats. This course will introduce you to branding, and leave you with a clear understanding of what branding is, what it is not, and how you adopt branding principles to help grow your business, using case studies and live examples.

WEDNESDAY

Speaker: Ken Erdmann, co-founder, Erdmann Electric Covering the delivery, distribution and utilisation of electrical power, this course examines the requirements of various appliances and electrical loads in the home. The course looks at the growth of alternative and renewable electrical sources available to the consumer and how they could change the way we use power.

16:00 - 17:30 – Room D201

UI vs UX – Building Smart Home Interfaces for Human Beings

Speaker: Geoff Meads, managing director, Presto AV Have you ever wondered why you always seem to return to the same apps, websites and devices? User Experience design (UX) is a design ethos that seeks to present controls in an easily understandable, human-friendly manner. Using examples from hardware, software, apps and websites, this course explores the emotive side of user interfaces and how they can do more than just function.

14:00 - 15:30 – Room D201

16:00 - 17:30 – Room D303

Creating a Performance Spec for a Smart Home

A Project Manager’s Guide to the Financial Stuff

Speaker: Philipp Schuster, UK managing director, Loxone This interactive course will give attendees a comprehensive understanding of what should go into performance specifications and how to demonstrate value to the customer. Attendees will learn how to write performance specifications covering technologies such as lighting, heating, security and multi-room audio.

Speaker: Leslie Shiner, owner, The Shiner Group Technology integration is a complex business. This session will help participants better understand and use basic financial concepts specifically related to the custom electronic installation industry. Attendees will learn how to understand key financial data and reports in order to generate higher profits and make better business decisions.

TALKS

Today’s ‘things you need to pay attention to’ include building information modelling, future developments in video technology, and service provider business models. Come to the CEDIA stand to learn – free of charge

EDIA is inviting attendees at ISE 2018 to take advantage of its renowned CEDIA Talks programme to learn about the issues important to their businesses in this fastmoving and fast-changing industry. At ISE 2018, CEDIA is once again hosting a number of free-to-attend CEDIA Talks, designed to introduce you to new technologies, develop your expertise, and challenge your way of thinking. The theme for this year is ‘10 Things You Should Pay Attention to, but Probably Aren’t’, with each Talk focused on one important ‘Thing’. Taking place on the CEDIA stand every day of the show, CEDIA Talks are hosted by an impressive line-up of industry experts, providing key insights into the ever-changing industry. Here are the details of today’s sessions and presenters.

direct LED displays, as well as the changing world of displays, access devices, and distribution.

• 10:00 The Future of Video Technology Michael Heiss, principal consultant, M. Heiss Consulting The past few years have seen more changes to video display technology than in the 75 years before that. Where is video going in the next few years and what does that mean for us? This CEDIA Talk will provide valuable insight into the future of video technology, centring on 8K, HDR, IP distribution, and

• 14:00 If Your Customers Expect All This for Free, They May be Right Steve Moore, owner, SMC Say goodbye to €3,000 touchpanels and €10,000 matrix switches. Amazon is pursuing, in its words, ‘a scorched earth strategy’ to own the smart home. How can you win when you currently earn money by selling product, but the world is moving to an ‘as a service’ model? Learn more about

• 12:00 Building Information Modelling (BIM) – What You Need to Know Matt Samways, BIM management director, AIMIS Solutions Currently mandated on all centrally procured UK Government projects, and quickly becoming widespread amongst local authorities and private developers, building information modelling (BIM) is a set of processes and technologies enabling the construction industry to reap the rewards from improved facility performance throughout its life-cycle. This presentation will explain building information modelling – what it is, why it is time to change, and how you can benefit from digital construction.

the workings of a service provider business model, and the impact it has on the industry, when creating a client’s smart home. No prior bookings are needed to attend CEDIA Talks, although seating and space on

the stand will be limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information on CEDIA Talks at ISE 2018, visit CEDIA’s Professional Development page on the ISE website. www.iseurope.org/cedia-education

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Today’s Show Floor Theatre sessions The Show Floor Theatres at ISE 2018 are designed to provide attendees with the opportunity to experience ‘bite-sized’ talks given by experts. They showcase cutting-edge, project case studies, workflows and technological innovation and solutions. The theatres are situated in Halls 8, 9 and 11, all within a short walk from one another. No pre-booking is necessary and all sessions are free to attend Focusing on the creative and practical aspects of system design and the customer benefits of new technologies

Stand 8-A470

10:00-10:30 Powered by Quividi: Towards a Smarter DooH and Digital Signage Ke-Quang Nguyen-Phuc, CEO, Quividi

13:30-14:00 Miking for stereo, surround and 3D Andrew Levine, Department head/CEO, VDT & Blumlein Records

10:30-11:30 Panel Debate: Spicing up the AV experience Clive Couldwell (editor, AV magazine – moderator), Drew Dooler (Digital Spaceship), Steve Blyth (Engage Works), Evan Grant (Seeper)

14:00-14:30 New studies revealed: real world meeting room usage Daniel Jackson, director, enterprise technology, Crestron

11:30-12:00 AV huddle rooms are dead, long live the AV huddle rooms Mark Needham, product manager EMEA, Cisco

14:30-15:00 Panel: AES67 in real-world applications Claudio Becker-Foss (DirectOut) and panellists

12:00-12:30 DSS insights: from stores to digital experiences Florian Rotberg, managing director, invidis consulting 12:30-13:00 Networking fast track: what is multicast? Laurent Masia senior PLM, smart & managed switches, NETGEAR/ SDVoE Alliance

15:00-15:30 How to make wireless audio conferencing systems dependable outside of the TV band? Nalle Vikstrom, global product manager, Shure 15:30-16:00 Future of assistive listening Julian Pieters, managing director, Ampetronic

16:00-16:30 Effective meeting room systems don’t need to be complex (no matter what the salesman says) Roger McArdell, chief technology officer, Ashton Bentley 16:30-17:00 Creating the world’s highest resolution video wall: planning, control, content and challenges David Aleksandersen, marketing manager, Dataton 17:00-17:30 3D & VR audio in industry applications Tom Ammermann, general manager/3D audio producer, New Audio Technology 17:30-18:00 The convergence of AV and IT Kieran Walsh, director of application engineering, Audinate

The latest technologies and solutions that are connecting people with the buildings they work in and inhabit 10:00-10:30 Smart homes and how to streamline the offering Iain Gordon, managing director, KNXpert 10:30-11:00 IPLOG or how to integrate security and automation systems Ermanno Antonelli, METEL

Stand 9-F100

11:00-11:30 KNX solutions for LEED strategies Jesus Arias, KNX Solutions 11:30-12:00 The fast track to becoming a smart installer Julian Barkes, sales & marketing, BEMCO 12:00-12:30 Into the future with KNX Iain Gordon, managing director, KNXpert

14:00-14:30 Smart buildings, really? – does a KNX-building speak IoT? Rik Vereecken, smart building evangelist, byNubian 14:30-15:00 KNX Smart Home control using voice and augmented reality Christian Kiefel, CEO, ProKNX SAS 15:00-15:30 Securing your installation Justin Clacherty, managing director, Redfish Group 15:30-16:00 The convergence of IT and AV at Brigham Young University Bradley T Streeter, chief audio visual engineer, Brigham Young University

16:00-16:30 KNX residential solutions. How to make it happen? Jose Maria Morcillo, managing director, Domonetio 16:30-17:00 Voice control improves the life of physically challenged people Michael Franken, CEO & coder, Thinka 17:00-17:30 Cutting the cord? Practical advice for wireless control reliability Sam Woodward, customer education leader, Lutron 17:30-18:00 Understanding cyber security threats in surveillance systems Jason Hill, group vice president, LILIN

Focusing on the practical aspects of implementing collaboration and communication systems within enterprises

Stand 11-A170

10:00-10:30 Adding video conferencing into any device using SDK tools Stanislav Soldatov, CTO, TrueConf

12:30-13:00 The rise of the huddle room Tim Stone, Vice President of Worldwide Marketing, Polycom

15:00-16:00 Panel Debate: The challenges end-users face when adopting new technologies Moderator: Owen Ellis, chairman, AV User Group

10:30-11:00 Increasing inclusion of Microsoft solutions in digital business Charlie James, director Microsoft Alliance EMEA, Polycom

13:30-14:00 Building a global team: why innovative worldwide collaboration is key for big business Mike Brown, chief revenue officer, Oblong Industries

16:00-16:30 Applications of projection screens and visual effects Andreas Gause, director of marketing, Gerriets

11:00-11:30 Managing AV installations in a unified communications world Jon Tracey, VP OpenCloud, StarLeaf

14:00-14:30 Evolution of 4K point-to-point video conferencing Lev Yakupov, CMO, TrueConf

11:30-12:00 Making today’s UC solutions work for you Joseph Sarrasin technology manager, unified communications, Crestron

14:30-15:00 Millennials are killing everything but meetings... and that’s a problem David Schweer, Director of Product Marketing, Prysm

12:00-12:30 Transforming to Interactive Collaboration Nathan Moyal, VP marketing, FlatFrog

16:30-17:00 End-to-end IP workflows for AV Will Waters, director of IP workflow, NewTek 17:00-17:30 Here’s why it’s time to start customising your collaboration solutions Adam Cuzzort, CTO solutions, Prysm 17:30-18:00 The convergence of audio, video, IT and accessibility Anthony Braun, VP of sales, Williams Sound

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EXHIBITOR TRAINING SESSIONS BrightSign

Amsterdam Suite

d&b audiotechnik

Room E105/E106

12:00-12:30, 14:00-14:30

09:00-10:30 An introduction to the Series 3 players, as well as a general overview of what types of digital signage applications are appropriate for each model. Learn about BrightSignâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s total signage solution and how the BrightSign Network can create and manage digital signage content.

11:00-12:30

The sessions will focus on the d&b Soundscape, introducing the new system to visitors and giving them the opportunity to learn more about it.

16:30-17:00

Product listening session with d&b

Experience the sound of d&b and gain insight into technical details.

BrightAuthor Basics

A tour of the vast canvas of features that are in BrightAuthor software.

16:00-16:30

13:30-15:00

This session will give visitors first-hand experience of the d&b approach to integration with a broad range of applications. Explore specialist features that maximise interoperability with media controls and processors.

Integration and Interoperability with d&b

Interactive & Control BrightAuthor Presentations Learn how to create engaging signage using BrightAuthor and interactive technologies.

SDVoE Alliance

Advanced HTML Techniques

13:00-14:00

Build unique signage presentations using advanced HTML5 development techniques. This is an advanced class for developers familiar with JavaScript. Room E104

11:00-12:00; 13:00-14:00; 15:00-16:00; 17:00-18:00

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Taking a historical perspective on the evolution of live sound technologies, this offers a review of the L-ISA ecosystem. With the recent addition of new content and interactive tools, attendees, will learn how to think differently, as well as mix differently.

11:00-11:45; 17:00-17:45

Workshop: L-ISA-Immersive Sound Design Case Studies

An exploration of L-ISA in large-scale environments for Live and Creative applications. The presentation revisits L-ISA implementation principles illustrated through reference installations and case studies.

13:00-13:45

15:30-17:00

Martin Audio

Room E103

10:00-10:45, 12:00-12:45, 14:00-14:45, 16:00-16:45

The d&b Soundscape

BrightSign 101

L-Acoustics

Room G109

SDVoE Partner Consultant Program Kickoff Meeting

Presentation: SYVA

An introduction to Syva, the new collinear source from L-Acoustics. This is a fully featured plug-and-play and compact system which has been inherited from line source technology.

The first meeting for the SDVoE Partner Consultant Program.

15:00-15:45

14:30-15:30, 16:00-17:00

Presentation: P1

SDVoE Case Studies â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Part 1 and Part 2

Panel sessions bringing you in-depth analysis from experts who have deployed SDVoE-based AV-over-IP networks.

Introducing P1, a networked processor combining AVB, AES/EBU and analogue audio bridging, EQ station with delay and dynamics processing and a multi-mic acoustic measurement platform.

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Meet AVIXA Believe In The Power Of Audiovisual Experiences

InfoComm International is now AVIXATM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association. For more than 75 years, our members have believed that audiovisual technology can change how people communicate. That means, your AV work changes how people experience the world. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot to take in. Luckily, you have a welcoming community of creative, tech-savvy people to support you. You belong in the AV community.

Visit us at Stand 12-N110 to learn more.

avixa.org

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More affordable background music FONESTAR

Stand: 7-E225 Spanish manufacturer Fonestar is showcasing its range of audio message programmers and background music management devices. Centre stage goes to a

new programmer that not only responds to the audio event programming needs of the most basic installations, but is also a simple and versatile management tool, the company says. The new ZSM-1000 programmer and background music player is a reduced version

of Fonestar’s well-established ZSM-1050 in terms of functions and price. The company claims it is an ideal solution for hotels, schools, commercial premises of any size, large supermarket chains, offices and so on – in fact any organisation that needs to automate playback events and

Small package with a big voice IMAGINATION AV

The all-new X12CLA from Amate Audio is a constant curvature speaker array that combines ultra-compact form with very high levels of performance, according to the company’s Benelux-based distributor Imagination AV. The company adds that the X12CLA is lightweight, safe and easy to set up and carry. High levels of performance are enabled by a custom, high-frequency wave guide, advanced acoustic design and integrated 1,500W amplification with DSP. For ultra-low distortion midrange and bass performance down to 58Hz, a specially developed 12in driver incorporates the latest technologies: aluminium basket, neodymium magnet, ultra-light coated cone and 3.5in high-power voice coil. Horizontal coverage of 100° and full range frequency response are achieved by the optimised acoustic pattern and advanced cabinet design, Imagination AV says.

The isophasic waveguide developed by Amate Audio’s engineers achieves an exceptionally long throw with consistent frequency and directivity. Loaded with a 2.5in voice coil and neodymium magnet driver, the assembly is designed

and carefully optimised for the X12CLA, providing side-lobe free vertical dispersion with clear high-frequency response. Hearing is believing, so showgoers are invited to try out the X12CLA array and cabinet on Imagination AV’s stand.

AMPLIFIERS THAT

to be connected to the ZSM-GO program. Features include unlimited background music channels and programmed and instant audio messages, 16GB of internal memory, local control of background music and volume via a basic configuration touchpad and independent volumes for background music and messages.

Backward compatible Cat8.1 jack RUTENBECK Stand: 9-E122

Pro audio developer Joan Amate with his X12CLA constant curvature array

Stand: 7-X228

manage background music in each of its establishments, either jointly or separately. Using the free ZSM-GO software, audio can be transferred and multiple devices can be configured and monitored remotely, either on the same LAN or over the internet. Once programmed, the devices operate autonomously without having

In data centres and other dataintensive applications, data rates of 25/40Gbps have become a normal part of our daily life, according to Rutenbeck. In addition to fibre optics, copper-based solutions of various types have also been standardised, while well-known manufacturers of active network components have started to offer RJ45-compatible solutions supporting 25/40 GBaseT. Subsequently, the demand for corresponding Category 8.1 cabling solutions has grown in the market, says the company. With the Cat8.1 universal modular jack, Rutenbeck presents the first RJ45 solution corresponding to Category 8.1. The universal modular jack is suitable for bandwidths up to 2000MHz without any restrictions on the mechanical performance of Rutenbeck RJ45 solutions. The new Rutenbeck universal modular jack Cat8.1 is backward

compatible with the Cat6A standard. The company claims it offers a significantly smaller design than any other known modular solution and so is ideal for installation environments with limited space. The mounting of the universal modular jack doesn’t require the use of any special tools and is therefore suitable for construction sites, according to Rutenbeck. Due to its globally recognised keystoneformat, the company claims the universal modular jack Cat8.1 can be used with any corresponding adapters in all installation situations, and not only in data centres. The universal modular jack is suitable for bandwidths up to 2000MHz without any restrictions on the mechanical performance of Rutenbeck RJ45 solutions

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MEET THE TEAM

EDITORS AND CONTRIBUTORS Paddy Baker has worked in B2B publications for 25 years. His involvement with The ISE Daily began in 2008, making this his 11th stint in the editor’s chair. During this period his main role has been editor of Installation, where he has overseen the transition from a print-only title to a multifaceted media brand combining print, online, awards and events. Prior to joining Installation he edited One to One, a title for the optical media manufacturing market. Michael Burns has been a writer, editor and creative content producer for the past 20 years, working in the design, film, broadcast, audio and VR/ interactive sectors. His work can regularly be found in publications and online, including Broadcast, British Cinematographer, Digital Arts, IBC365, SVG Europe, Televisual, The IBC Daily, and more. He works as a writer and producer for digital agencies and conferences, and keeps an enthusiastic eye on VFX, design, animation and immersive content at www.firedbydesign.com Elliot Herman is a journalist, editor and PR agent, who has focused on lighting, sound and AV technology since 2005. After a short stint as a paramedic in London, he moved to Berlin in 2012, where, in addition to writing, he now also works as a relocation agent for www.sorted.berlin, helping people move to the city so they can enjoy it as much as he does. He has a cat called Albee, and a tattoo of a pet rat on his shoulder. Erica Basnicki is the editor at 94dBA and a voracious collector of sounds and stories about the people who make them. In order to make money, she does freelance content marketing and journalism focused on the professional audio and VR/AR industries. She then spends that money on microphones. A digital native, Erica has been optimising websites ever since she first hand-coded HTML pages for one of Canada’s biggest broadcasters 20 years ago, and has been obsessed with improving the online user experience ever since. George Cole has been a technology writer for more than 20 years, covering information technology, AV technology, consumer electronics and educational technology. His work has appeared in a wide range of consumer, trade and technical publications including The Times, Financial Times, The Guardian, The Sunday Times, Practical Photography, New Scientist, PC Pro, Newsweek, The Times Educational Supplement, Get Connected and Independent Electrical Retailer. He has also written technology guides for the BBC’s Radio Times magazine and website, and been a digital camera reviewer for The Register technology website.

Ann-Marie Corvin is a London-based freelance journalist and editor with more than 20 years’ experience producing B2B content predominantly for technology and entertainment titles. She’s held senior positions at Broadcast magazine, Architects’ Journal and Televisual; cut her teeth reporting for Media Week and is now a regular contributor to Broadcast TECH, TVBEurope, FEED magazine and IBC365. She is a trade show regular, covering for dailies during the IBC show and the Cannes Film Festival. Steve Fairclough is a freelance editorial consultant who has covered the worlds of photography, filmmaking, imaging technology and audio in print and online for over 30 years. He is the former editor of What Camera?, Amateur Photographer and Hi-Fi News magazines and is the former editor-inchief of the pro imaging website Canon Professional Network (CPN). He has been writing about photography since 1987 and has interviewed many of the world’s top photographers, including Sir Don McCullin, Steve McCurry, Martin Parr, Albert Watson and Terry O’Neill. Chris Forrester is a well-known media and broadcast journalist. He reports on all aspects of broadcasting with special emphasis on content, the business of television and emerging applications. He has reported on the sector since the 1980s. His regular output can be seen in AdvancedTelevision.com, TVBEurope, IBC365 and The IBC Daily. He has written many books including High Above, a history of the satellite broadcasting industry. His interview list is a veritable Who’s Who and includes many high-profile business leaders. Heather McLean has been a technology, business and education journalist and editor since 2000. She is contributing editor at sports media organisation SVG Europe, and runs Smart Chimps, an online publication focused on the mobile ecosystem. Over the last 15 years Heather has written for all the UK broadsheets, as well as publications including IBC365, TVBEurope, Fierce Wireless Europe, E-Forex Magazine, The Economist’s Executive Briefing, as well as working on The IBC Daily /Executive Summary at IBC, Amsterdam, and BVE Daily at BVE, London. Despite being an English literature graduate, Ian McMurray joined the computer industry when 4K was enough memory to write a multi-user accounting suite. In 1996, however, he was asked to become European marketing manager for TI’s nascent DLP business, and was active in bringing the new technology to the attention of projector, display and TV manufacturers as well as potential end users throughout

the region. He became a freelance writer in 2003, since which time he has contributed a monthly feature to Installation magazine as well as writing extensively for the ISE Daily. Laura Vallis is a freelance marketer, copywriter and communications professional with over 12 years’ experience in AV and broadcast technology. Laura brings her understanding of the ever-changing and expanding world of B2B tech to create marketing literature and PR content. In addition, Laura creates and project manages marketing strategies and digital and social media toolkits for leading AV and broadcast companies. Her work appears across a variety of technology websites, magazines, blogs and trade publications. Paul Bray has worked in and written about the technology sector for more than three decades. He read modern history at Oxford and worked as a software engineer before retraining as a journalist. After two years as deputy editor of Which Computer? he went freelance in 1991. He is a regular contributor to AV magazine and has written for many publications including the Daily and Sunday Telegraph, The Sunday Times, The Guardian, Computing, Director, Nasdaq International and the Hutchinson Encyclopaedia. Over his 15 years writing and editing international technology and design publications, Pete Brewis has worked extensively with both manufacturers and design practices around the world, bringing their latest projects to a global audience through in-depth project reports, profiles and long-form interviews. Pete is based in Manchester, UK. Based in Antwerp, Belgium, Jamie Biesemans has been writing about technology and business for 20+ years, focusing on audio, consumer electronics, IT companies, software, smart home applications, and hardware. He is editor-in-chief of FWD Magazine, part of the Benelux-based FWD Network, which encompasses among others HiFi.nl and smarthomemagazine.be, and writes for newspapers and retail publications. He is also the manager of the Expert Group for Hi-Fi products of EISA, the organisation behind the global EISA Awards. Mark Craven is the editor of Home Cinema Choice magazine, the UK’s leading publication dedicated to home theatre audio and video, published 13 times a year since 1996. He also serves as the Home Theatre Video expert group manager for EISA – the European Sound and Imaging Association. Personal interests include 4K Blu-ray, the Fast & Furious franchise and subwoofers that threaten structural damage to his house.

David Davies has been writing about professional AV and broadcast technology for 17 years. He is editor of Sports Video Group (SVG) Europe and continues to contribute to a host of trade publications, including PSNEurope, PSNLive, Installation and Audio Media International. He has also been a part of the team for The AES Daily, The IBC Daily and, since 2005, The ISE Daily, for which he served as executive editor (on-site) in 2013. In addition, he is active as a copywriter and sub-editor. Jez Ford is editor of Sound+Image magazine in Australia, and group editor of Australian HiFi, both of which joined EISA in 2017 as part of its global expansion. Prior to heading Down Under for a life of seafood and sun, Jez’s three decades of tech journalism has included editorships of UK publications Electronics Today International, Audiophile, What Hi-Fi?, and Stuff. Chris Jenkins started his career in journalism when the Sinclair Spectrum was the peak of consumer technology, and has worked as a writer and editor in many fields including home cinema, music technology, video, mobile, gadgets, and hardware distribution. Rob Lane has worked in the pro and consumer AV industry for 23 years, as publisher, editor, journalist and – since 2009 – PR professional. When taking time out from his busy PR business, Bigger Boat PR, he writes regular features, interviews and opinion pieces for AV, Installation, ERT and Hi-Fi Choice. João Martins has been covering broadcast, film and professional audio and video technology as founder and editor of several leading publications in Portuguese and Spanish for more than 25 years. Since 2013, he has been editor-in-chief of USbased audioXpress, a magazine and website dedicated to audio electronics, audio product development and design, and international editor for Voice Coil, a periodical for the loudspeaker industry. Steve Montgomery has been involved in the professional AV and broadcast industry for over 20 years, and still works as a consultant and system integrator in large screen and digital signage installations and distributed video systems. He has written for a wide variety of specialist pro AV and broadcast magazines, covering a variety of topics from the perspective of users and integrators. He also assists manufacturers in creating readable marketing and technical support material.

EDITOR Paddy Baker +44 20 7354 6034 pbaker@nbmedia.com EXECUTIVE EDITORS Michael Burns Elliot Herman HALL REPORTERS Erica Basnicki, George Cole, Steve Fairclough, Heather McLean, Ian McMurray, Laura Vallis SHOW REPORTERS Ann-Marie Corvin, Chris Forrester WRITERS Paul Bray, Pete Brewis, Chris Jenkins GUEST COLUMNISTS Jamie Biesemans, Mark Craven, David Davies, Jez Ford, Joao Martins, Rob Lane, Steve Montgomery PHOTOGRAPHERS Sander Ruijg +31 61472 4493 Dorian Broekhuyse +31 68178 8289 ON-SITE SUB-EDITOR James Groves NEWSLETTER SUB-EDITOR Duncan Proctor GROUP SALES MANAGER Gurpreet Purewal +44 20 7354 6029 gpurewal@nbmedia.com SALES EXECUTIVE Mark Walsh +44 20 3871 7377 mwalsh@nbmedia.com DESIGN Jat Garcha Tom Carpenter PRODUCTION MANAGER Jason Dowie +44 20 3829 2617 jdowie@nbmedia.com CONTENT DIRECTOR James McKeown HEAD OF OPERATIONS Stuart Moody PRINTED BY Partnion, Marc van Riet +31 61362 4321

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For the latest show news and updates follow #ISE2018

Why getting lost doesn’t have to be an option 3D-BERLIN Stand 8-K355 Ever wondered how much time is lost by customers, clients or employees trying to find their way around a building? Factor in the frustration and you can see why indoor navigation is such a hot topic in sectors such as retail, healthcare and administrative buildings. If you want to know what digital indoor navigation is all about and how it could potentially benefit you or your clients, then a presentation on Friday by Yvonne Oscandi, international sales manager of 3d-berlin, a developer of digital interactive wayfinding systems, has the answers. Using real-life case studies and sharing ideas generated by clients, the presentation aims to show how indoor navigation can make a big difference.

“A lot of the time, people know they have an issue, but don’t know there is a solution,” says Oscandi, “I want people to see what options there are and then ask whether they or their clients need indoor navigation.” One example will include the public order office in Karlsruhe, southwest Germany. When someone books an appointment online to apply for a passport, for example, the confirmation email includes a QR code, which can be scanned into a smartphone, to generate a map showing how to get to the passport office. “I’m keen to get ideas for indoor navigation from the audience,” added Oscandi, “I hope my presentation becomes a two-way interactive event.” ‘Does Digital Indoor Navigation Benefit You?’ takes place on Friday, 12.30-13.00, in the AVIXA Commercial Solutions Theatre (sponsored by Crestron), Stand 8-A470

Yvonne Oscandi, international sales manager, 3d-berlin

ISE newcomers break into digital signage VITEC Stand: 14-B125

Interactive augmented reality in the XR Technology Zone: Holovis showcases The Battle For Kings Dominion, a theme park experience which uses augmented reality to keep guests entertained while waiting in line

Showcasing EZ TV, a broadcast-grade IPTV and digital signage platform, Vitec has come to ISE for the first time following demand from its customers for digital signage products that work. Although EZ TV as a platform has been around for the last 10 years, the company has only now integrated a new signage system into the IPTV solution, specifically for companies looking at AV systems. Peer Jambor, director of marketing and communications at Vitec, said: “We’ve been in the IPTV market for a decade and around three years ago we began getting requests for signage from our customers. We moved to build a solution that was good for TV and video signage as well, so we can offer the best of both worlds.” He added: “This is our first time at ISE. Because demand for signage has

grown so much, ISE is a very good place for us to be to launch this new addition to the EX TV platform.” Targeted at enterprises, sports stadiums and arenas, and government agencies, EZ TV combines low-latency, broadcast-quality IPTV distribution with powerful digital signage capabilities to give audiences a more engaging and interactive experience.

Jambor: “ISE is a very good place for us”

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Jupiter PixelNet 2.0 joined by StreamPoint encoders INFOCUS Stand: 2-B60 Distributed display wall system, PixelNet 2.0, which was announced by InFocus just before ISE, is being showcased here in Amsterdam alongside the brand new Jupiter StreamPoint streaming encoders. InFocus is showing the new version of PixelNet 2.0’s added native support for 4K video, fibre network and audio for a scalable UHD video distribution system that can support an unlimited number of inputs and displays in multiple locations globally.

The company is also debuting StreamPoint encoders that deliver up to four concurrent video streams and audio recordings in 1080p HD or 4K UHD resolution, supporting installations with Jupiter by InFocus for PixelNet 2.0, Catalyst, as well as Canvas. The encoders allow users to upgrade nearly any display wall and collaborative visualisation system with technology for streaming and recording video. Brady O Bruce, chief marketing officer at InFocus, said: “We have created this StreamPoint encoder, which converts analogue to digital, because our customers wanted an

StreamPoint is helping PixelNet 2.0 in its quest for world domination

InFocus-branded encoder. In the US customers call it a ‘one throat choke’,” he laughed. “People just don’t want to go to a third party. We released our decoder in 2012; when everything is from the same company, it’s easier to manage.” He added: “We have also built some tools into StreamPoint to make it easy for people to manage a global network, tying it into PixelNet 2.0. We took advantage of new technology, which makes it very powerful indeed.” Meanwhile, new distributed display wall system PixelNet 2.0 increases the density of processing power, connecting more sources and displays to a single input or output node, while providing centralised control to support a wide variety of installations with live audio and video, streaming data and other real-time sources of information for control rooms, conference rooms, lobby displays, offices and classrooms. New features enable real-time HD or 4K information display to a virtually unlimited number of screens at sites spanning a building, a campus or a continent. Bruce continued: “With PixelNet 2.0 we’ve got 4K video built in, and we’ve added audio because people want to be able to send that, and have built in support for fibre networking so we can connect networks around the world. If you owned a global chain of fast food restaurants you could control the signage in all of them from one place.”

LinkRay signage display range extended by SF2H PANASONIC Stand: 1-H20 The company’s LinkRay enabled signage displays are being extended by Panasonic with the new SF2H series. This includes a slim bezel design that maximises the viewable screen area and offers 700cd/sqm brightness. The Full HD LCD display is available in two sizes (70in and 80in), and features 5,000:1 contrast. The two models in the range are designed for LinkRay content delivery. The Light ID emitted from the displays allow for the fast transmission of data from the display to a mobile device – providing multiple types of information in the user’s native language. Florence Antony, European marketing manager at Panasonic, said: “Besides the new LinkRay feature, a key improvement compared to the

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More than just projectors CHRISTIE Stand: 1-H70 From the company’s roots as a pure play projector developer (originally known as Electrohome), Christie has been reinventing itself, and the results are on show at ISE. The company’s stand now features numerous large format displays – including the newlylaunched Velvet Apex Series of 0.9mm pitch LED screens. Perhaps more importantly, Christie has brought its Terra line-up of products to ISE for the first time. Terra comprises an expanding series of transmitters, receivers, control hardware and software that enables the design and integration

of Software Defined Video over Ethernet (SDVoE)-compliant systems (Christie was a founder member of the SDVoE Alliance) in what the company describes as a simple, flexible, highly-scalable and affordable package. With Terra, Christie offers a complete native 4K, 4:4:4 content delivery, from player to display. “We’re moving ourselves into a position where we can provide a complete, 60Hz 4K end-to-end pipeline,” said David Griffiths, director of market development EMEA, Christie, “Our goal is to achieve leadership in that space. It’s not enough to be just a projector or display supplier – you need to be able to deliver the complete workflow solution.”

David Griffiths: “You need to deliver the complete workflow solution”

Soundbar is for commercial use HARMAN PROFESSIONAL SOLUTIONS Stand: 1-F10 At ISE, the JBL Professional Pro SoundBar is being announced by Harman Professional Solutions. The JBL Pro SoundBar is an active soundbar designed specifically for commercial applications. It is said to have an optimised feature set to address the unique requirements of hotel guest rooms, cruise ship staterooms and other commercial environments. David McKinney, vice president of Harman’s hospitality customer solutions unit, said: “Typical consumer-grade soundbars offer features that are great for the home, but add unnecessary cost and complexity for commercial applications such as a hotel guest

room. With an optimised feature set designed with these applications in mind, we’re able to provide our customers with the audio clarity and experience they want at a very attractive price point – and with application-specific features such as volume limiting, cloth-free materials and a security lockout plate you wouldn’t find on consumer soundbars.” The JBL Pro SoundBar supports both fixed and variable source volume, providing compatibility with both fixed applications (where the volume is controlled at the soundbar) and variable applications (where gain is controlled at the television). In fixed volume scenarios, the Pro SoundBar offers an IR learning capability. This allows the Pro SoundBar to “learn” the IR pulse of a TV remote’s volume controls, meaning any remote can be used – programmable or not.

The new SF2H series features a slim bezel and 700cd/sqm brightness

predecessor model is the addition of a built-in USB media player, which allows for easy operation and even scheduling when combined with a content management system. In addition, easy cloning via LAN or USB means it’s possible to copy and paste setting information for ease of installation. Installation is

also simplified by the DIGITAL LINK single cable for the transmission of video, audio and control signals over distances of up to 150m.” An additional benefit of the new digital signage series includes reduced maintenance times with the help of an optional early warning function software.

David McKinney, vice president of Harman’s hospitality customer solutions unit

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Produced in association with EISA

The rise of architectural speakers

In-wall and on-wall speakers are becoming increasingly common in the home as immersive sound formats continue to be rolled out. Mark Craven points out the advantages of the architectural approach The appeal of architectural speakers – be they in-wall or on-wall – has only increased as nextgen cinema sound formats (Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro3D) have become custom theatre must-haves, and multizone audio has grown on the back of streaming culture. ISE, unsurprisingly, is home to a multitude of options from the world’s leading loudspeaker marques, covering everything from on-wall FX speakers to completely invisible installations. The boom in 3D audio, in particular, has exceeded my expectations, and now that movie studios are more often than not choosing to accompany UHD Blu-ray titles with Atmos/ DTS:X soundtracks, it’s getting to the stage where any dedicated state-of-the-art viewing room can’t be considered complete until it has effective height-channel audio – typically from in-ceiling speakers. And such speakers are ideal for discreet whole-house set-ups too. The variety here is staggering, ranging across sizes and price points – meaning any music den, film room or smart kitchen can be brought in on budget. Series such as Origin Acoustics’ Director Collection, launched in 2014, allow for targeted sonics via pivoting tweeters, and uncomplicated ‘tool-free’ installation. DALI’s Spektor Alteco, launched last year, is a height-layer option for when retrofitting or installing a new ceiling isn’t a possibility. These wall-mountable models feature an angled baffle to hit listening positions from out-of-the-way placement.

For projector-based setups, where a screen can often fill the entire front aspect, in-wall speakers are the only sensible choice – and it’s the larger designs in this category that can arguably only do aural justice to a 3m image. Installation methods Choosing in-wall or on-wall caters to a cablefree finish – a key factor of any professional cinema or media room – but needn’t come to the detriment of performance quality. Companies such as Kef (with its THX-certified Ci range), Dali (the EISA award-winning shallow-enclosure Phantom S line), Bowers & Wilkins (Reference Series) and Monitor Audio (Platinum In-Wall) all employ the same premium driver materials and design as found on their high-end hi-fi loudspeakers. The result is a performance worthy of these brands’ illustrious heritage. And architectural speakers can have distinct advantages over their more ‘conventional’ siblings, beyond simple convenience and aesthetic appeal, in terms of dispersion, sensitivity and clarity of output. US company Wisdom Audio, through its planar magnetic driver-based line-source Insight speakers, has crafted an in-wall option that delivers the veritable ‘wall of sound’ that side-steps ceiling/floor reflections to ensure optimal resolution to seats spread throughout a cinema room. Danish brand Artcoustic, meanwhile, extracts high sensitivity from its multi-driver

on-wall SL and Spitfire ranges, allowing reference SPLs to be reached without recourse to heavyweight amplification – custom grille finishes make them even easier to integrate into any interior. When I survey the in-wall/on-wall market, I’m continually reminded of our industry’s ability to design a solution for every conceivable audio problem. As consumers’ needs and tastes develop, architectural options have developed too. The catalogues of Stealth Acoustics and Amina Technologies are a case in point – two companies that have successfully achieved that domestic dream (for some, anyway…) of speakers that you can hear but can’t see. Then there are ingenious subwoofer designs that squirrel bass-makers away in walls, ceilings or even floors; motorised in-ceiling speakers that descend into prime position when it’s movie time; and the outdoor options that enable us to extend our home entertainment to the garden. Whatever your project, there’ll be a product on show at ISE 2018 that will fit the bill. Amina Technologies: 1-N15 Artcoustic: 5-U70 Bowers & Wilkins: 10-K130 Dali A/S: 5-R93 Kef: 7-H190 Monitor Audio: 5-R100 Origin Acoustics: 5-U100 Stealth Acoustics: 5-R110, 5-R115 Wisdom Audio: 5-S120

Mixing it up with software More than an LED display CADAC

HUASUNY

James Godbehear: users should be “thrilled” with the new, free NetCOMMS

Stand: 14-N210 Programmable control of the Cadac CDC MC Router is now provided by the dedicated NetCOMMS PC software, being debuted here at ISE and set to be available for free within the next two months. This allows the user to create, save and edit custom maps with its clear and simple GUI, including diagnostics data for all connected units when online. NetCOMMS uses a simple grid based patch system, with a ‘tabbed’ system for each unit. Familiar to audio engineers, this allows the user to patch either individually; or in blocks or four, eight, 16 or 32; or even to patch all connections from unit to unit – all with a single click. Marketing manager James Godbehear said: “Users should be thrilled with NetCOMMS because it makes our DCD MC Router incredibly intuitive and flexible. Our consoles are renowned for high end audio quality with extremely low latency; if you’ve got headphones and are speaking on a mic, [with high latency] you can hear your voice in your ears as an echo after you’ve spoken. “Our system cuts it down to a minimum, from the analogue input on stage though all the

Stand: 8-E335 With three functions in one – delivering an LED panel, stage lights and the ability to twist, turn and rotate – Huasuny’s innovative X series LED displays are a perfect combination of creative and fully flexible options. Jack Bai, sales manager at Huasuny said: “The live event stage is full of all kinds of equipment such as light, sound and videos and there is an increasing demand for more creative display applications. We have created an integrated solution of moving LED panel plus stage lighting called the X Series.

console processing into analogue output on stage, including all the analogue to digital and vice versa conversation as well.” Cadac’s range of CDC digital mixers and

multi-format I/O stageboxes provide production control in a MegaCOMMS network, with a choice of control configurations and channel counts.

This is displayed on our stand in one vast wall of many moving X Rover Pro modules. The integrated video, lighting and movement display can deliver some of the best visual content on stage.” Assembled and dismantled quickly and easily, the lightweight indoor panels are available in 2.9mm and 3.9mm resolutions, while the outdoor LED panels are available in a variety of pixel pitches of 3.9mm through to 5.9mm and are IP65 compliant. Panels can be swapped in and out of a large display within seconds to ensure reliable content display. A multi-function integrated display, the X Rover Pro is targeted at rental markets.

Jack Bai, Huasuny sales manager, with the X Rover Pro

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All in the family OUTLINE

New Learning Space launched for partners AUDIOLOGIC

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The new Arena Series’ two models, the 215 CX and the 212 CX, which are designed as a compliment to the Stadia Series, are on show at ISE 2018. The 215 CX features a 15in LF transducer and a 15in mid-low driver incorporating a coaxial 3in diaphragm HF compression driver, mounted on Outline’s proprietary moulded waveguide. The 212 CX uses the same acoustic design, but is fitted with 12in LF driver and 12in/3in coaxial transducer, providing a smaller and lighter option. Outline’s internal crossover designs allows both models to be driven by a single channel of amplification. The STSUB-215 – the companion subwoofer for the Stadia Series – was also launched yesterday at the show. Both the Stadia and the Arena Series feature the same ‘OutSide’ three-layer elastoplastic weatherproofing system. The final new member to join the

A new multi-room demonstration and education facility, designed to benefit customers, suppliers, and integrators was unveiled yesterday at ISE. The Audiologic Learning Space was announced at a press event on the company’s stand in Hall 15; it will give Audiologic’s customers the opportunity to view product demonstrations; receive hands-on training (bespoke and generic); and work with Audiologic on project planning and product selection. Audiologic sales and marketing director Andy Lewis said: “The Learning Space is another tangible commitment in offering our customers the best possible ongoing support.” The Learning Centre is based at Audiologic’s headquarters in Harlow, England, and includes a main training area with a 4m 4K projection wall, and space for up to 16 people. Also available is a dedicated huddle space; a videoconferencing facility; and a boardroom with seating for up to 10 people. Structured Cat6 cabling is used throughout all the spaces with HDMI switching between all the rooms.

Leonardo Dani with the Movie MV2CX

Outline family is the Movie MV2CX loudspeaker, designed for smaller theatres. The MV2CX completes Outline’s Movie Series. “We rushed to get it here,” said Leonardo Dani, deputy general manager of sales for Outline. “We’ve had great results in terms of combination packages (with this series); we use our own DSP and amplifiers, so that brings the cost down in terms of a 200-

300 seat cinema room.” Dani added: “We can meet both consultants and system integrators at ISE, and we provide solutions that are unique in the market: cost-based solutions. That means more chances for system integrators to win tenders, more chances for consultants to use less speakers than before and this is why we wanted to be here with this newborn!”

Controlling, directing and reaching across a nationwide network BROADSIGN Stand: 8-G330 Smart cities technology and media company Intersection has selected Broadsign International to power advertising on Intersection’s network of digital displays across the US. According to Broadsign, the initiative will improve advertisers’ ability to reach consumers with “targeted, seamless” campaigns. Using the Broadsign Control content management system to deliver advertising and dynamic HTML5 content to its national network of digital displays, Intersection will be able to manage branded content on more than

3,500 Link kiosks, urban panels, interactive station platform displays and bus shelters from a unified platform. These displays also feature tablets with maps, mobile device charging facilities as well as the digital advertising panels. To more efficiently manage and sell advertising space, Intersection will also use the Broadsign Direct sales platform, allowing real-time availability and tracking of sales processes. “With screens and kiosks connecting people in the busiest urban areas, smart cities are changing the way we live our lives,” said Maarten Dollevoet, senior vice president of global

Maarten Dollevoet, senior vice president of global sales at Broadsign

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sales at Broadsign. Broadsign Direct and Broadsign Reach are the company’s two new products which are being showcased at ISE. The two platforms allow DOOH media publishers, brands and agencies to buy, sell and deliver DOOH campaigns reliably and securely. The Broadsign marketing platform includes Broadsign Control for content distribution, playback and proof of performance; Broadsign Direct for sales inventory availability and proposal generation; and Broadsign Reach, which is a customised supply-side platform (SSP) for programmatic DOOH transactions.

Audiologic says that suppliers could benefit by customers having better access to their products, while integrators (and their customers) could arrange to see products in action. “Anything that brings us closer to our customers is good for business, and presents us with an opportunity to demonstrate not only products but also the depth and breadth of expertise within the Audiologic team,” added Lewis.

Andy Lewis, Audiologic sales and marketing director

Smart home can be built in a day ONE SMART CONTROL Stand: 9-E176 Dutch project developer VolkerWessels has chosen Belgian company One Smart Control for its pioneering MorgenWonen construction standard, where a home is built in a single day. One Smart Control technology acts like the home’s brain, seamlessly aligning energy monitoring, technology control and safety and comfort functions. VolkerWessels’ homes, made to the construction standard MorgenWonen, are assembled entirely in the factory. Every working day, three homes are assembled at the building site, ‘plug-and-play’ style. These high-quality, sustainable homes are entirely self-sufficient in terms of energy. In 2018, about 800 such MorgenWonen homes will feature One Smart Control. Bert de Haes, co-CEO at One Smart Control, stated: “More and more property developers are starting to offer smart homes as a standard. This is because of consumer demand on the one hand, and one the other, regulations that require them to

construct energy-efficient homes, and that needs to be proven, which is what we make possible. They are really obliged to put their money where their mouth is; if they say it’s an energy efficient home, they have to prove it. VolkerWessels is an early adopter in that field.” One Smart Control technology is added at the heart of the energy process, with a unit in the attic concealing technology such as heating, ventilation and heat pump. This brain of the entire technical installation monitors not only energy, but also provides additional safety and comfort functions. Hans Fabri, a director at Homij, VolkerWessels’ installation company, commented: “It is a strategic choice to build homes in a sustainable way. In doing so, One Smart Control does more than simply provide an insight into energy consumption. The system allows the performance of each individual installation to be optimised. The platform is easily connected to traditional electrical installations, which limits the cost of investment. And residents choose for themselves which home automation applications they wish to activate.”

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Opening Address gets ISE attendees talking The eve of ISE 2018 saw the Opening Address delivered by Professor Carlo Ratti, director of the Senseable City Lab at MIT, who talked about how the Internet of Things is going to transform our cities as much as our homes. At the show’s Opening Reception, we asked attendees for their thoughts on his presentation

“Carlo Ratti was a great person to have for the opening address – I’ve followed his talks on YouTube. I like the way he thinks glob ally and the approach he takes to very big proje cts. He also really gets you to think about spac e, and how it mustn’t be wasted – whether it’s for office buildings or supermarket real estate. We need to be more efficient.” Itzik Sagiv, CEO, e-wise, Israel

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“It was interesting to learn the way he thought the world was evolving and how AI is going to play a growing part in our everyday lives – that is an area we all need to understand.” Satyajith Ashokan, head of sales, Tablix, Dubai

“The points he made about data was fascinating – and how we can start using it more effectively to analyse human activity – because that’s the challenge. We have a lot of data that we we gathering, but that we are not necessarily using to really solve things or find things out.” Heidi Voorhees, COO, AVIXA

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I’m Aopen, fly me AOPEN Stand: 8-E260 Aopen has brought a virtual airline experience to ISE to showcase its hardware solutions. From check-in through to duty-free and then onto the aircraft, Aopen’s stand delivers a customer journey in small form factor computing and touch display technology. Staff are demonstrating how its digital signage, surveillance, kiosks and POS solutions cover every aspect of the retail, transportation and automation markets. Integrating its devices into the airport theme of their stand, Aopen begins by demonstrating its digital

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signage solutions at check-in. Showcasing the Net Display System (NDS), the flight information board uses the Aopen digital engine to power the touch displays, available in 15in, 19in and 20in sizes. The DE3450 player delivers 4K2K playback from two outputs with the ability to play a 4K movie at 60Hz, 10-bit. Said to be an extremely cost-effective device, the DE3450 features all Aopen benefits, including the ruggedised exterior for those tough environments. Also on show is the DE7400, described by Minouche van den Berg, marketing manager for Aopen Europe, as “an innovative X86 based powerhouse with new levels of graphics, speed and possibilities.

Aopen’s ‘real’ customer experiential journey

“We believe it is the world’s smallest DE7400 Xeon, and its tiny size makes it one of the most powerful and flexible systems available to date.” Online software partner AppSpace is featured on the duty-free section of Aopen’s booth, using the interactive Chromebase Mini, an enterpriseready interactive 10in all-in-one

touchscreen solution. Designed for high-traffic enterprise environments including digital signage, POS, self-service kiosks, digital corporate communication and AV room control, the Chromebase Mini is targeted at commercial environments with its 24/7 operability. Once ‘on board’, stand visitors

can take a seat in the first class cabin and watch the clouds go by. The Windows-based synchronised videowall enables them to feel like they really have travelled. The floor stand and mounting solution provide a wayfinder display complete with scan device for the next stage of the journey.

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