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Partnership: invidis and ISE Integrated Systems Events has entered a joint venture with invidis consulting, a leading digital signage and DOOH consultancy, that will further extend ISE’s leadership as the world’s preeminent provider of digital signage events. The agreement sees ISE taking a majority share in the highly successful Digital Signage Conference organised by invidis for the last nine years in Munich, Germany. “We believe that, working together with invidis, we can take what invidis has achieved with its annual event and help give it truly global reach,” said Mike Blackman, ISE managing director. “There are

many synergies here and growth opportunities. Our joint venture further demonstrates ISE’s ambition to be at the forefront of providing market intelligence and thought leadership in the sectors in which it operates.” “invidis has long played a signiﬁcant role in the development of the digital signage presence at the ISE show,” said Florian Rotberg, managing director of invidis consulting. “This partnership brings together two powerful brands – one with expertise in content and education and one with substantial expertise in event management – and two leaders in their respective ﬁelds to

(L-R): Terry Friesenborg, InfoComm International; Florian Rotberg, invidis; Mike Blackman, ISE create digital signage experiences with a truly international scale.” “It’s truly a marriage made in

heaven,” added Terry Friesenborg, chief global officer of InfoComm International.

Promoting balance in the AV industry The ﬁrst Women of InfoComm Network (WIN) breakfast gathered both women and men to discuss the wider theme of gender diversity and the self-limiting beliefs and unconscious biases that work against it. Sharing both positive and negative experiences from her 20year journey in technology, Sarah Joyce, EMEA VP at Electrosonic and member of the InfoComm International board of directors, reminded the audience that women were still under-represented, and sometimes dismissed, in the maledominated AV industry. She encouraged companies to

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embrace diversity, be it in gender, age, culture and experience as a key to sustaining growth, with mentoring programmes as an essential addition to any company. Organisational development and leadership consultant

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Diana Danziger then hosted an interactive session during which she addressed a variety of topics, including the need for everyone to challenge deeply held unconscious biases about gender, held by both men and women.

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“Forcing the issue isn’t going to help,” concluded Danziger. “We need commitment, not compliance, to address those biases and disrupt them in everyday business.” “It’s important for me to speak to other women who have technical experience in this ﬁeld,” commented Anja Zocher, communication and conferencing technologies engineer at Volkswagen. “Hearing other people’s experiences, I realise it’s necessary for women to encourage each other to make changes,” concluded ﬁrsttime ISE attendee Anna Reljanovic, who handles marketing and communications at Draper Europe.

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THE END OF INFRASTRUCTURE The dominance of cloud and the demise of boxes was predicted by Dr Dinesh Tripathi of Kramer Electronics during ISE’s Uniﬁed Communications (UC) panel yesterday. “People have been communicating for years but today’s digital world is different,” noted Tripathi. “For the next generation of products, we must make it easy for end-users to connect devices and get collective work done that can then be shared. In the future, we’ll have an app to communicate and end-users won’t have to worry about infrastructure.” Chaired by Innovad’s Tim Albright and hosted by Kramer, the session brought together a panel of industry experts to discuss current UC market challenges and visions of the future. Onstage, Jan Willem Brands of Barco, Paul Krizan of AMX by HARMAN, Patrick Stewart-Blacker of Crestron and Clint Hoffman of Kramer USA discussed the need for technologies to become simpler to use in increasingly small, informal spaces like huddle rooms or ‘third spaces’ like coffee shops; rooms where even the walls are disappearing and to which people bring a plethora of personal mobile devices with which to connect.

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Network videowall could be Userful VIEWSONIC EUROPE A new network-based videowall system that can support up to 25 displays running 4K or 6K content from a single server has been introduced by Userful, with its distributor ViewSonic. The system can also do artistic rotations for unusually shaped walls, meaning displays can be placed anywhere on the web-based GUI canvas. “We’re making it much simpler to do unique and powerful videowalls by simply using the network,” said Userful VP Daniel Griffin. It is designed to integrate with content management systems. Userful previously specialised

Simplifying the videowall: Griffin with the new Userful Network Video Wall in virtual desktops, where it has partnered with ViewSonic. ViewSonic itself is showing a new, prototype 48in commercial display with a built-in HDBaseT

4K glue becoming universal APANTAC Signal and image processing specialist Apantac is moving to 4K for almost all of its products. Its latest Universal Matrix supports 4K and “can mix and match any type of input, from SDI to HDMI, to HDBaseT, and output to HDBaseT or HDMI, and could be extended over 100m,” explained company president Thomas Tang. Apantac’s new Micro-4K-DP takes in four 3G SDI inputs and converts them to DisplayPort 1.2. It can handle 10-bit and 8-bit, 4:4:4 and 4:2:2 4K video at up to 60p, with auto-detect inputs. The new IP Multiviewer, which comes in versions enabling from four to 16 views, can decode a wide range of inputs, and supports formats from SD to 1080p. It is aimed at IPTV applications, for monitoring streams, including audio. Other new products include: a wide range of 4K-capable HDBaseT HDMI extenders and receivers, HDMI and multi-format

6x1 seamless (clean) switches, four HDBaseT HDMI splitters/ extenders supporting 4K, and a 4K HDMI 1x2 splitter.

receiver. All the display signals are via Cat5 rather than HDMI, which means the media player can be up to 100m away.

Stand: 10-R112, 10-R116

Destination 2020 The year 2020 seems a distant prospect, especially with technologies having a very short shelf life before obsolescence. But it’s possible to chart a path based on the knowledge you have at present. Find a happy medium and stick with it – that was the message at the ‘Destination 2020 – future trends in AV and electronic systems’ panel discussion. “Don’t be a follower, but don’t be bleeding-edge, because you’ll just be teaching everyone else how to make money,” advised Julian Phillips, EVP of Whitlock Group. Part of InfoComm’s Professional Development offerings, the ‘2020’ session was led by Brad Grimes,

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director of editorial services for InfoComm, with panellists that included Phillips and Frank Sheehan, director of technology at Visual Acuity, Robert Simpson, founder director of Electrosonic, and Florian Rotberg of invidis. Predicting the future from what we know now, discussion topics spanned videoconferencing and 4K through to drones and holograms. At the end of 90 minutes, featuring much audience participation, it was determined that the top ﬁve trends to come out of ISE 2015 will be: intelligent devices, IPv6 and 5G networks, consumerisation, software as a service and remote engagement.

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Stand: 10-S114

The power for four: Apantac’s Tang with the IP-4 Multiviewer

Patented SSP6 Multiducer technology is making a big impact in Hall 7, thanks to its ability to transform nearly any panel structure into an audio speaker. The innovative approach to sound propagation creates a planar radiator speaker from the materials of building components. The entire wall or ceiling or window effectively becomes the speaker, creating a planar soundwave. Drywall, wood, glass and ﬁbreglass can all be used. The SSP6 Multiducer (multifunctional transducer) produces commercial grade sound that produced the depth and performance of up to six traditional speakers, according to the company. Bob Katz, Revolution Acoustics CEO, said: “The reception we’ve been getting at ISE has been devastatingly great. We seem to be shifting and changing the paradigm. That’s a big statement, but the physics that we’re using

(L)Alex Camara, CEO of AudioControl and (R)Chris Kane, VP of Sales, present the Rialto 600 and Bijou 600 zone ampliﬁers

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Bob Katz, Revolution Acoustics CEO with the SSP6 Multiducer are absolutely delivering that. You don’t need any sensitive equipment - your ears will tell you that something has changed. We’re introducing ergonomic audio, changing the user experience and how people interact with sound ﬁelds.” He added: “It’s a two-minute install. The home or building itself is given voice.”

Two new models in the Rialto Zone amplifier family will impress installers with their compact yet powerful design in Hall 5. The new Rialto 600 and Bijiou 600 zone amplifiers offer over 100W per channel at 8ohm, or 200W at 4ohm, pre-amp volume control, a high-performance Wolfson DAC, source switching via IR or RS-232 capabilities, plus bass management functions. The Bijou is specifically designed for custom installation applications in all zones across the house.

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Auto-mixing technology hoax! Automatic music mixing could revolutionise the industry, saving time, saving space, but not saving jobs. Speech for conference systems is already mixed by computer, but live music is hugely more complex, which is why a session on the next revolution in audio, presented by RH Consulting and the Korean Advanced Technology Research Group attracted considerable interest – and also laughter, as it emerged it was an elaborate hoax, designed to elicit an authentic reaction and discussion. Consultant Roland Hemming demonstrated the ‘technology’, with its ability to recognise instruments, where the chorus is in a song, proximity sensors in microphones to know how close you are to it, and ‘Heisenberg pre-processing’ (to end the uncertainty principal), to illustrate just how powerful such technology might be. Audience voting showed there was general acceptance that such technology could be useful (particularly as an

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Going into the mix: Hemming aims to alleviate uncertainty about automatic mixing

aid to an engineer) –17% said they’d never buy it. In order to get authentic reactions and for people to address the issues realistically, Hemming didn’t want the session to be hypothetical, believing an honest discussion could help shape the future: “We know it is coming. A number of companies are working on it.” He wanted to see how the notion of automatic mixing would impact the business. For example, if there is no mixing desk, it would free up many seats in a theatre, which

could be very lucrative. It took a lot of work to create a convincing simulation, writing custom software and coming up with plausible new ‘inventions’, like ‘Heisenberg pre-processing’. When Hemming talked about the topic last year it annoyed many engineers, who argued that it couldn’t happen because mixing was an art – half the ISE audience agreed mixing was 50% or more art. Hemming is making the results of the experiment available for free.

CRESTRON GV Multi-Media was the big winner for commercial projects at the Crestron Awards yesterday, winning both Best Education Project and Best Collaborative Technology for its work at Cardiff Business School. Pictured are:

Steve Grimes, sales manager, Dan Victory, national technical manager, Robin Van Meeuwen (CEO Crestron EMEA – presenting the award), and Richard Watts, divisional director. The project included a simulated trading room and lesson capture in every room.

Stand: 2-C24, 2-E24, 2-E36

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Control from on high Capital advice: the Summit expert panel

Top of the world: Malkowski will control his home from Mount Everest

FIBAR GROUP The FIBARO Mount Everest Challenge, powered by Z-Wave, was launched at ISE 2015 and will involve Polish mountaineer Mariusz Malkowski’s ascending Mount Everest to control his home from the top of the world. Malkowski, a 40-year-old technical services manager at Sigma Designs and member of

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the 200-member Z-Wave Alliance, will start his solo ascent this April from the Southern Nepali side, with no supplemental oxygen or highaltitude porters. From there, he will drive FIBARO and other Z-Wave powered devices in different home automation scenes, located on the other side of the globe in Las Vegas, using only his smartphone. Last year, Malkowski performed a similar

feat from the top of Cho Oyu, the sixth-highest mountain in the world. Visitors to a newly launched ‘Mount Everest Challenge’ Facebook and web page are invited to use an integrated app to remotely lock the doors in Malkowski’s home before his departure, turn off the electricity, and shut off the lights and water.

Stand number: 12-E74

Entrepreneurs looking for advice on how to attract investment in their business got plenty of sound advice at the Capital Summit yesterday. John Stiernberg, principal consultant at Stiernberg Consulting, and John Bowen, managing partner of MediaBridge Capital Advisors, moderated. On the panel were speakers representing the private equity, banking and manufacturing sectors, as well as an entrepreneur who had sold two technology companies. There’s no single solution to ﬁnding the right investor, said Bowen: “No deal is the same. The journey is to ﬁnd the best answer for that particular situation.” Charles Elkington, investment partner at Electra Partners, advised anyone approaching a potential investor “to be prepared. The more prepared you can be

the better. I want to hear about a business that has got a future, not just today, but tomorrow.” He added that while hiring an advisor wasn’t compulsory, he or she can play a valuable role in the process of achieving a successful deal. The panel agreed that most private equity firms were looking to invest at least €10 million in a company, which made it challenging for start-ups and smaller companies to find investment. Stiernberg noted that the AV/IT industry was “small and fragmented, and has a casual, loose culture.” He wondered if this was an obstacle to finding an investor. Elkington said it was not: “We’re used to working with different business cultures, whether it’s uptight aerospace engineers or funky audio engineers.”

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Making Overtures to software room control COMM-TEC/MEDIALON Medialon’s Overture offers room control based purely on software. “Instead of running local hardware in every room to run AV systems, you have a central server that can cover an infinite number of rooms and devices,” said Alex Carru, CEO. Because it is software based, he claimed it will cost five or six times less than using local hardware appliances. It runs on a fault-tolerant, virtualised environment, so that several virtual machines can run simultaneously, and if one falls over, the software automatically switches to another. All of the devices and points are sorted into a database, which can include what rights everyone has, and instead of being a system you program, it is one you configure. “It is very easy to set up and can be done by the users themselves,” said Carru. It is also connected to the building’s IT infrastructure,

Carru demonstrating Medialon Overture on the Comm-Tec stand so can be integrated with room booking systems, Active Directory, and other enterprise systems, so users can have one login for everything. The user interface can also be different for each user, only showing them the things they can control, and as it knows what AV equipment is in every room, it is simple to book a room that meets your requirements.

The system is completely standards-based and has drivers for every AV system, so long as it is IP controllable (including via IR or serial connectors). It is being distributed by Comm-Tec and will ship in April, with its ﬁrst install lined up in the US and another big project, comprising 200 AV rooms, coming up in London.

Stand: 2-A42

Saving energy with tech Why do we want to save energy? The top factors driving decision makers, when it comes to a building’s energy consumption, are saving money and environmental concerns, but there are also emotional and social elements that play into the story. “Your customers are going to be after one of these things,” said Daniel Knight, technical director of Fibaro UK, specialising in wireless, retroﬁttable building automation products, primarily for the residential sector. In the CEDIA training session ‘Ecological automation - the basics of energy,’ Knight detailed the importance of calculating kilowatthours (kWh) in order to use less energy. Then, there are various methods to reducing consumption: dimming all lighting circuits by

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Tannoy makes life safety call with QFlex speakers TC GROUP Two additions to the Tannoy QFlex range, engineered to offer fully optimised solutions for life safety applications, have been launched at ISE 2015. Tannoy developed the new QFlex Life Safety (LS) models, which were introduced at ISE 2015 by product manager install and tour, Stuart Archibald, as a cost-effective solution for critical, life safety applications, balancing complex power consumption needs with high performance and intelligibility. The new QFlex 16LS and QFlex 32LS column loudspeakers are designed primarily for large transportation hubs as part of a PA/VA system where speech is the main audio source, either from live announcements or via pre-recorded message. The new models have an optimised driver placement and improved current draw, and are speciﬁcally intended to optimise voice reinforcement. The QFlex 16LS makes use of a fewer number of wider bandwidth 4in low frequency drivers than the equivalently sized QFlex 40 model, achieving an emphasis on the speech band only, over a distance of up to 70m. Each of the 16 drivers is controlled by its own discrete channel of 100W Class D ampliﬁcation and DSP.

The larger QFlex 32LS contains a combination of 4in and 3in low frequency drivers, distributed over the equivalent length of the QFlex 48 and an eight-way tweeter array of 1in drivers. Again, each driver is individually powered by one of 32 discrete channels of integrated 100W Class D ampliﬁcation and DSP. QFlex life safety loudspeakers interface with virtually any type of audio system, offering balanced analogue inputs and links on Euroblock connectors as well as AES3 inputs, plus network and control connections including Tannoy’s VNET monitoring.

Stand: 5-R92

Stuart Archibald, product manager install and tour, Tannoy

Garth Lobban, senior marketing manager for Atlona, introducing the AT-UHD-M2C-BAL, the ﬁrst 4K-compatible converter able to extract and down-mix Dolby and DTS audio tracks and provide balanced analogue audio output in stereo or mono. ISE 2015 also sees the launch of a 4K HDMI switcher line, multi-format AV switchers, and HDMI to HDBaseT 4K/UHD matrix switchers with HDCP 2.2 and PoE. Stand: 7-P108 10 to 20%; schedule devices to switch off when not in use; adding sensors to determine when and for how long devices should be on for; interlock not just between heating and cooling but with open doors and windows as well; and lastly, smart meters. Using smart technology adds

an extra layer of visibility and discoverability to individual energy habits. “It doesn’t matter which technology you use,” said Knight. “The point is that you need to be able to break down energy consumption - to be able to drill down and ask, ‘Why am I using this energy?’”

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CEO Jeremy Burkhardt cuts a dynamic ﬁgure as he and the team that invented the in-wall speaker launch Origin Acoustics into the European market at ISE. Among several product launches at the show are new speaker lines and a unique mounting system. Stand: 5-S123

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Don Gilpin, COO and executive director, CEDIA

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Power streaming for smaller networks PAKEDGE DEVICE & SOFTWARE RE-2, an enterprise-grade fourport router, is being launched at ISE 2015. Pakedge says its RE routers are designed for smaller commercial and residential networks where high performance is required at an affordable price. The RE-2 builds on the RE-1, with additional features and functionality and offers high-performance infrastructure to support heavy usage of bandwidth-intensive and latency-sensitive applications. The RE-2 router is built around a chipset and processor designed specifically to manage simultaneous streams of high-bandwidth, low-latency multimedia traffic. It can handle high-definition video and uncompressed audio, running VOIP telephone services, streaming video camera feeds and supporting other automation control system applications. Six preconfigured

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Pakedge Zones allow installers to segment voice, video, and data traffic onto distinct sub-networks. This enables diverse traffic types to co-exist, be processed more efficiently, and eliminate system conﬂicts. It also means that installers can add more media streaming devices onto the network quickly and easily when required in the future. A GUI allows the router to be set up and conﬁgured in minutes. The RE-2 Router also incorporates Pakedge TruStream technology, which distinguishes and prioritises the processing of latency-sensitive traffic from other traffic, and IGMP snooping that facilitates the proper operation of multicast media streaming devices within the network.

The RE-2 router incorporates a variety of security features, including a VPN for secure access, Internet Pass-through Port for guest access to the internet but not the internal network, access control for user-specified devices, ports and IP addresses as well as external websites, and a Virtual DMZ that allows the placement of a server outside the firewall. There is also network access through a free Pakedge DNS service that allows the user to access the network by typing in a user-defined name, while connectivity options include a USB 3.0 port and UPnP for automated discovery and integration of devices connected to the router.

Stand: 5-U106

RE-2 supports simultaneous streams of high-bandwidth, low-latency multimedia traffic

This year marks the end of a CEDIA era, with Don Gilpin, its COO and executive director, stepping down as the organisation’s leader after 17 years of service that have seen CEDIA EXPO grow to be a top 100 tradeshow in America. “When I look back to the ﬁrst ISE in Geneva, when some three and a half thousand visitors showed up and we wondered if they’d all come back the following year, it all seems somewhat surreal,” smiled Gilpin. “To have seen the show grow as it has done – starting from scratch in Europe - has been one of the most satisfying parts of my career in the industry. And then I think of the number of people we’ve helped educate: it has truly been an amazing journey.” “Even better, ISE has succeeded and prospered despite the global economy, bucking the trend,” he continued. “And I see that growth continuing – I wouldn’t be

surprised to see it in double digits in the coming years.” Gilpin and executive director Wendy Griffiths take great pride in how CEDIA membership has continued to grow, with over 600 new members added in 2014 in the Americas alone – a record number, according to Gilpin – while EMEA members now come from 41 different countries. The official date for Gilpin’s departure from CEDIA is 31 December: so, what does he hope to achieve between now and then? “My personal goal is that we’ll uncover a large number of excellent candidates who can give CEDIA what it deserves,” said Gilpin. “What CEDIA has given to me, I’d like to give back – and I feel I can do that by helping to ensure that the transition to my successor is smooth and ﬂawless.” Whoever is chosen to follow in Gilpin’s footsteps will have a hard act to follow.

Stand: 1-F7, 1-F21

‘ISE is the centrepiece’ PANASONIC This year’s Panasonic stand is larger than ever at 600sqm, and the company is taking the opportunity to showcase its latest developments in 4K and laser technology. Among the innovations on display are a pixel-quadrupling 4K projector, laser projectors that Panasonic claims achieve industry-leading brightness, and a successor to the PT-DZ21K high-brightness projector. Panasonic is also highlighting its newly developed remote monitoring and managed service solution –

demonstrating results of a trial with a leading UK university, which used Panasonic’s own Early Warning System, connected with M2M technology. “ISE is the centrepiece of our annual marketing efforts,” said Jan Markus Jahn, director of visual system solutions. “It is the perfect place for us to present our end-to-end line-up of projectors and displays, cleverly integrated with third-party products to show the true power of audio visual solutions.”

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Floor stands for domestic and professional settings SERISTYLU First-time exhibitor Seristylu builds products for the installation of customised audiovisual equipment in domestic and professional settings. The company also produces other support solutions for different computer equipment and multimedia. Seristylu’s products include

the Disco range of ﬂoor stands that allows users to combine functionality with design. This model contains numerous combinations, from materials such as stainless steel or coloured tempered glass, allowing the customer a broad range of choice. This range is more directed to the domestic segment and is pitched as an excellent decorative element.

The company also offers the Tridius range of ﬂoor stands for tactile screens that allow an interaction with the devices while ensuring a robust and secure support. Seristylu is already present in the Spanish, Dutch and Belgian markets and has plans to expand its export markets to France and Germany.

Stand: 8-R305

Multifunction digital signage ARM mini-PC GIADA To cater for the diversiﬁed demand of the digital signage market and to enhance the performance of dynamic displays, Giada is introducing its Mini PC ARM series Q30 at ISE 2015. The Q30 is a digital signage player featuring the A9 Quad-Core 1.6GHz processor and equipped with the latest Rockchip RK3188 ﬁrmware. Backed with DDR3 2GB RAM internal memory, the Q30 is said to be ideal for a variety of applications including digital displays, advertising, hospitality and services. The compact digital signage player supports HD-rich graphics up to 1080p and can transform into a complete home entertainment media player. It features a special auto timed on/off power function,

based on JAHC Technology, that automatically boots up as soon as it’s plugged in. An intelligent user-friendly interface allows unattended operation, which makes it suitable for digital signage ﬁelds. Automated timer adjustment options allow the user to schedule the timer for start-up of the machine with protected security. It comes in a sleek black metal chassis with built-in WiFi and Bluetooth for enhanced media sharing. The TransFlash card can be optimised to expand its

storage capacities up to 32GB for storing unlimited data. The Q30 supports the Android 4.2 operating system, which employs fast boot-up and operates all Android-supported apps for enhanced media entertainment.

Stand: 8-N263

Small and powerful: The compact-sized Q30 supports HD-rich graphics up to 1080p

OUTFORM The result of a partnership between Outform and Moki Mobility, which enables users to remotely access and control Outform’s iDisplay tablets and media players at any location via a standard web browser, is on show in hall 8. The Moki Pulse Mobile Device Management (MDM) integrated software solution is being introduced during the show and is visible in an area dedicated to Moki Pulse on the Outform stand. The application, typically used in digital display applications,

LED manufacturer Rocketsign is coming to ISE with products that aim to deliver the smallest outdoor pitch possible. The company’s new RC series offer Pitch 3.9 and Pitch 4.8 outdoor

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LED displays that can be used for outdoor ﬁxed installations and rental solutions. The RC series is made from strong die-cast aluminium and comes in sizes of 500mm width x 500mm height and 500mm width x 1,000mm height.

The company designed the display with a zero ghosting effect and a refresh rate of over >4,000Hz. The brightness for outdoor small pitch displays can go up to over 6,000CD/sqm.

Stand: 8-H318

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Introducing the EXP platform SCALA CONNECTED SIGNAGE A new platform aimed at the retail market, Scala EXP, aims to act as the bridge between the online and in-store channels and to allow store owners to create, manage and deliver engaging experiences. With Scala EXP, stores and the devices within engage and respond to customers similarly to the store’s current online experiences. Scala EXP aims to make it easier to connect physical and virtual worlds, offering a number of ways for customers to connect with a store’s brand, engaging them meaningfully via audio and visuals, both on-screen and physically. Then, Scala EXP analyses those interactions and

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provides the ability to remotely manage and troubleshoot any tablet or player. It includes the ability to view detailed status, connectivity history and even retrieve screenshots of what is currently being displayed. This development is aimed at visual merchandisers seeking a quick ROI as they manage digital displays in a complex retail environment. The solution offers businesses a single source of both hardware and software to create and manage digital interactions in-store.

data, which allows the store owner to optimise content. Scala EXP gives store owners the ability to create and deploy experiences leveraging and co-ordinating all available contextual assets and customer data. This includes product data and pricing, competitive pricing information, product recommendations, in-store digital signage, consumer mobile apps, employee facing tablets and devices, in-store and GPS location awareness, customer usage data/analytics and CRM data. Several usages of the EXP platform within a retail and QSR environment are being shown.

Stand: 8-F195

RC series: the smallest outdoor pitch possible

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Real-life signage and wayﬁnding in malls

VOX POP What changes do you envisage in the digital signage market in 2015? Driven by demand for high-quality images and video, in 2015 we expect to see digital signage using large-format UHD displays and 4K projectors. Digital signage has seen a few shifts in the past decade towards increased interconnectivity and control. Over the coming year this will expand to incorporate more vertical and niche applications, services and technologies. This includes choices like NFC, beacons, sensors as well as higher brightness, colour accuracy and even solid-state light sources for projectors being used to create seamlessly integrated solutions for speciﬁc environments. NEC is ready to support evolving digital signage needs from customers and partners.

Stefanie Corinth Senior vice president Marketing and Business Development, NEC Display Solutions Europe Stand: 4-R24

Whether it is with out-ofhome media or marketing at home, the trends have already been established for the selling parties to collect all kinds of data in order to be more focused on customer requirements. Digital signage will not only have to inform, but it will have to sense and detect what kind of person is watching, and propose appropriate content. Whether it is during the night or the day, whether it is a man or a woman, whether it is a young or older person, what area of the screen and how much time the person is looking – all of these data will need to be collected to offer the right product or service.

James C.H. Hsu Director EMEA operations, Vivitek Stand: 4-R65

For a number of years we have seen large-screen displays being driven by complex multi-HD source setups. With 4K and Ultra HD now coming up to speed, we have started to see expanded use of Ultra HD displays being driven by products like our Ki Pro Quad digital recorder and player for pristine detailed resolution and rich colour needs. Ki Pro Quad is the most affordable and compact way to drive displays like these with its 4K/Ultra HD and 2K/HD support without the need of a computer workstation, larger server setup or bulky conglomeration of digital decks. A single Ki Pro Quad ﬁts in the palm of your hand and can output cinema quality digital video to a large 4K display, even off of battery power if desired.

Bryce Button Product marketing manager, AJA Video Systems Stand: 8-R245

Broadcast control, crossover and scan boards YDEA TECH The Broad broadcast control system, Mdea crossover system and Micro scan board are on show at the YDEA Tech stand. Broad, suitable for small pixel LED displays and for use in highend rental, offers bandwidth of 2.5 x 2Gb per second and a resolution of 2K x 1K. It supports a load of 256 x 256 as well as highprecision luminance and colour

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correction. It contains professional video ports, cable shielding and anti-jamming technology, and supports long transmission distance and signal stability. The Mdea crossover system permits synchronous and asynchronous integration for LED advertising, glass, door and dot displays. Mdea sports a 7in LCD screen and comes with a network interface (RJ45), WiFi, external 3G network card. It can

release real-time information and synchronous play video through the network. Its built-in media player functions mean it can be used as a PC host to enable standalone play. Finally, the company is also showing Micro, which it calls the “world’s smallest scan board”, and is suitable for LED bar, rolling, glass and creative displays.

Stand: 8-H272

On the job: dimedis wayﬁnding and digital signage are in use at the Arcaden shopping malls in Germany

DIMEDIS A digital signage solution specifically dedicated to shopping malls is on show at the dimedis stand. Visitors can see how mfi Management für Immobilien AG is using the dimedis kompas wayfinding and kompas digital signage solution in its Arcaden shopping mall chain, which is present in 20 locations in Germany. The terminals used by mfi, which come with two large independently operating touchscreen displays, a printer, a card reader and a camera, can integrate with existing coupon systems. Visitors can see how those terminals are being used to improve communication,

engagement and interaction with shoppers as well as strengthening customer loyalty. The company is also presenting a terminal that is used for wayfinding in the Arcaden shopping malls. Visitors can use kompas wayfinding, which relies on touchscreen interactions and a LogoCloud interface. The system documents all actions taken by users trying to find their way and offers anonymised trends and statistics to its operators. Each kompas wayfinding terminal calculates routes dynamically, based on its current position and orientation, meaning that the terminals can be installed anywhere on the premises.

Stand: 8-F245

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QL Express signage player launch

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NAVORI LABS

What changes do you envisage in the digital signage market in 2015? 2015 will be the year that the pro AV market transitions to 4K. The industry will experience steady growth as customers specify 4K screens and players for new installations at the beginning of the year and then begin to transition existing solutions to 4K. This growth and transition will be supported by display manufacturers introducing 4K screens in all sizes and with support for the new standards including HDMI 2.0. It will be supported by purpose-built, solid-state devices that support the true 4K ecosystem from start to ﬁnish. We’ll close the year, after this continual growth over 12 months, with 4K being speciﬁed as the standard for all kinds of pro AV applications.

Jeff Hastings CEO, BrightSign Stand: 8-N250

Displays will be implemented in every POS and POI and the market is growing, as digital signage now enters every ﬁeld: shopping malls, hospitals, train stations, airports, libraries and authorities. Especially the retail sector will experience a rapid growth and will change the shop windows in a way we never had experienced before. There is also a trend to complex and unusual display formats and videowalls. At ISE 2015, dimedis is presenting a showcase on the world’s largest freestanding videowall, located at Messe Düsseldorf’s Entrance North. Such installations will increase in 2015 and we are prepared for that.

Ibrahim Mazari Head of PR and communication, dimedis Stand: 8-F245

Digital signage is on its way to becoming mainstream – we call it ‘the democratisation’ of digital signage. This will be driven by two main trends: 1. Technology becomes more and more accessible, simple to use and solid and reliable in its operation. As a result opex come down, making the operation of a network more affordable. 2. The communication platform on displays becomes accepted, and content becomes more available and accessible. We strongly believe that the corporate segment will start engaging heavily with screen-based communication, as it is being discovered as a cost-effective means of communication for internal messages both locally and globally. From a technology perspective, Android is becoming mainstream and driving growth through simplicity and affordability.

Ronni Guggenheim Managing director, Navori Labs Stand: 8-M210

European debut for Hippotizer V4

QL Express, a low-cost, cloudbased digital signage player, is being launched by Navori Labs, blending the company’s highend digital signage software and multi-platform approach into a USB-powered platform built on the company’s QL Player. This native media player sports a compact, plug-andplay dongle design, accelerates deployment time and offers a quick learning curve. Additionally, its subscriptionbased, software-as-a-service (SaaS) model aims to minimise operating costs for customers, ensuring low total cost of ownership over the player’s lifetime. QL Express supports ﬂexible network architectures, including 4K-compatible, Android-based networks. From an operational standpoint, QL Express delivers scheduling and playback capabilities along with a built-in,

web-based template designer that enables customers to use their own content. QL Express is scalable and enables migration to the company’s ﬂagship QL Professional platform. Similarly, customers can transition from the QL Express cloud-based SaaS model to an on-premise solution as operational requirements evolve. Navori Labs is speciﬁcally targeting corporations, municipalities, educational institutions, and retail businesses and will package QL Express with complementary services including content provision, training and support. The company will also offer QL Express as a value-added software service to channel partners and make QL Express available to vendors interested in pre-loading proprietary, hardware-based players with its QL Express software.

Stand: 8-M210

Introducing Voome Jade for digital signage VOOME NETWORKS A new software platform for digital signage called Voome Jade is being introduced and demonstrated by Voome Networks. Voome Jade is the evolution of the company’s previous Voome 4 release, which was introduced at ISE last year. Voome Jade is designed for faster, more ﬂexible and easier use in all types of digital signage applications, including fashion retail, corporate communications, restaurants and bars, healthcare, entertainment, hospitality and outdoor. Available in cloud or onpremise, Voome Jade offers an improved technological

infrastructure, a responsive user interface, renewed graphics and enhanced features. It also offers the ability to rapidly and safely connect all data ﬂows in realtime, automatically. Compatible with the media players from SpinetiX and with the WebOS line-up of professional displays by LG Electronics, Voome Jade is scalable and allows the control of virtually inﬁnite amounts of screens within a unique system. Voome Jade is available in three editions to meet the requirements of different application scenarios: Standard Edition, Retail Edition and Corporate Edition.

Stand: 8-N225

Unveiling new Ultra HD LED displays YES TECH

Display driver: The Taiga is the most powerful of the new Hippotizer V4 range

GREEN HIPPO Version 4 of the Hippotizer media server range is making its European debut on the Green Hippo stand. Every V4 system features front panel indication of system status, removable hard drives as part of the STRATA Caddy System, all Solid State

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Drives as standard and the latest graphics technology. The powerhouse of the range is the Hippotizer Taiga, which features six Display Port 1.2 or six DVI Dual Link outputs. Hippotizer Taiga can drive at least three 4K displays at full frame rate. Taiga uses latest generation server-class computer hardware

and includes new feature components such as SHAPE, Green Hippo’s 3D modelling software as well as the company’s 3D Visualiser, which combines broadcast-quality video with a 3D model to accurately simulate simple or complex shows.

Stand: 8-K305

A new Ultra HD LED display series from Yes Tech, a specialist in fullcolour LED products, is making its worldwide debut and includes models P1.6, P1.9, P2.0 and P2.5. Product features include advanced silicone encapsulation technology, which prevents discoloration and deformation while providing strong resistance against ageing. The series is ultra-slim, with a thickness of 65mm, which helps users save space during installation. It delivers automatically adjustable high

brightness up to 1,200 nit, high contrast reaching 4000:1 and high 16-bit greyscale for great performance in low brightness. Users can also beneﬁt from a high refresh rate which prevents ripple for a natural, real-life display effect, as well as a wide viewing angle of 160º. The series offers a double backup of the power supply and control card, as well as loop backup of the signal to ensure redundancy. A failure feedback function also helps ensure prompt maintenance. It’s compatible with different control systems.

Stand: 8-H215

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Bringing LiveCore to the Crestron environment

FEATURE Digital signage: rules of engagement Advertisers are keen to engage with their customers: how much of an opportunity does digital signage provide for this, asks Ian McMurray? Any practitioner of advertising will conﬁrm the industry’s transition from communicating to the masses as a single entity to where we are today: the desire to communicate one-on-one, to develop relationships. Who would have foreseen that social media – Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and so on – would become such an ingrained part of how companies try to reach consumers? Many believe that, for digital signage to be effective, it too needs to talk to us as individuals. That’s not least because it can struggle to capture our attention and imagination any other way. Stereo 3D, for example, could potentially have done that – and may still do so. It is probably fair to say that, on 3D, consumers have voted with their feet. But just because it doesn’t do anything for them in their homes doesn’t mean that 3D will never succeed in other environments. Combining advertising with live video – news or sports, for example – has become a widespread way of trying to grab our eyes. Here, though, the challenge is to make it more than just TV with advertising – and that has proven to be difficult. In love Interactive digital signage has also had its share of proponents.

As a society, we’re in love with the idea of touching, swiping and pinching screens. The challenge here, for digital signage, is to find a way forward that allows interaction by individuals – but doesn’t obscure the signage from others. The secret to success in direct mail was always to make the right offer to the right person at the right time – making us feel that our specific needs were ‘understood’. There are digital signage systems out there that can identify whether a viewer is male or female and approximate an age. Add to that the system’s awareness of time and place, and it can – at a fairly roughhewn level – make such offers. So why haven’t deployments of such digital signage systems been more numerous? Some commentators have said it’s because of consumer concerns about perceived invasion of privacy. Others have said that it’s not the principle that’s the problem – it’s the execution. It is, though, a starting point. QR codes and NFC also look to engage us as individuals. And once you have a consumer ‘doing something’, you’ve engaged him/ her. QR codes probably have a place – as does NFC, now that Apple has embraced it – but again, it’s a question of finding what that place is.

Reflecting lifestyles So: what’s the current ‘big thing’? Unsurprisingly, as digital signage is a part of the overall marketing mix, the trend is towards integrating social media. Not only does it reflect the lifestyles of many of its target audience, it allows real-time connectivity between a brand and its potential customers. Implemented appropriately, it can create a conversation – the holy grail for advertisers. An analyst once told me that digital signage has to accept that it is inherently a ‘one-to-many’ medium, and that attempts to make it work ‘one-to-one’ will always be doomed to failure. I’m not sure that’s right. The trick is to understand what’s appropriate: not all digital signage needs to ‘engage’ – and there are environments where engagement is probably neither desirable nor feasible. Despite the occasional missteps along the way that can be expected from any nascent technology, digital signage continues to be a huge – and growing – market: the evidence of that can be clearly seen at ISE 2015, with over 400 exhibitors offering digital signage solutions. It’s a great place to find out what’s coming, and to make up your own mind about what the future holds.

Core controller: The AW VideoCompositor control interface for Crestron environments

ANALOG WAY The AW VideoCompositor is a centralised and simple graphic control interface for a presentation venue and content that is designed to fully control Analog Way’s LiveCore series in a Crestron environment and offer greater flexibility for fixed installations. Developed in co-operation with Technidream, an official Crestron Services Provider, it allows non-technical users to see the display and manage the presentation content directly on Crestron touchpanel control systems. This allows for anyone to produce fluid and memorable presentations. It includes two modules: a Crestron driver for controlling the advanced features of the LiveCore systems; and a highend Crestron SmartGraphics module. These allow visualisation in real-time of the whole scene with layer positions, display of source snapshots refreshed automatically, PiP source management through drag and drop, and the ability

RCF A white installation version of the HDL 10-A active line array is the leader of a number of enhancements to RCF’s speaker line at ISE 2015. RCF said it has created the HDL 10-A in an ultra-compact size, with no-compromise transducers and a unique composite cabinet design. The company claimed these attributes made the HDL 10-A ideal for when line array performance and a fast and easy set up are a must. The system is powered from a 1,400W Peak power two-way digital ampliﬁer, while the sound is controlled by a powerful DSP

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with selectable presets. Also on display are examples from the HL Stadium series produced by the company. The new medium- to long-throw HL series for stadium and arena use combine the properties of a genuine horn-loaded, constant or variable curvature array, while meeting speciﬁcations for high vocal intelligibility. Also on show, the Acustica P Series is offered in efficient coaxial designs offering highquality music and speech intelligibility, according to RCF. The series is comprised of compact lightweight weatherproof speakers offering protection up to the highest rating standard,

said RCF. The P Series feature precision neodymium coaxial transducers, including a 10in version for the P2110 and 2 x 15in devices for the P3115 and P6215. They can be fed with 100V line RCF Flexa series ampliﬁers and are volume-adjustable depending on weather conditions and the required area of coverage.

Stand: 7-H185

All white: The new white version of RCF’s HDL 10-A is intended for installed sound systems

Stand: 11-H58

Sneak peek of new projectors BENQ

Speakers and subs offering power and precision

to change position and size of a layer through a tap or ﬂick of a ﬁnger. It will allow system integrators to provide seamless control of the video, audio, lighting, blends, HVAC etc, of any corporate venue on a single Crestron touchpanel control system. Analog Way’s LiveCore series can now handle 4K and Ultra HD resolutions, with the addition of new optional 4K I/O connectors for its premium seamless switchers. Three HDMI 4K inputs and two HDMI 4K outputs (with DVI connectors) are available on the SmartMatriX Ultra, Ascender 16, Ascender 32 and Ascender 48. The NeXtage 16 4K option comes with two HDMI 4K inputs and one HDMI 4K output. To ensure optimum efficiency, they can seamlessly switch a 4K native background or 4K scaled layers, and when one output is disabled, its layers can be added to another output, resulting in up to 12 true seamless 2K layers on one 4K output, or six true seamless 4K layers on one 4K output.

As well as its ISE focus on digital signage, BenQ is showing off its projector capabilities which the company says couple the DLP advantages of long-lasting colours, ultra-high contrast and ﬁlter-free engine design together with innovative projection solutions. These range from Full HD 3D cinema projectors for for the home to its PointWrite interactive touch capability for education applications and tapNshow wireless display connectivity for professional business presentations. The PX9710 is designed for large venue installations. With XGA resolution and 7,700 ANSI lumens of brightness, it supports seven optional lenses and two changeable colour wheels as

well as HDBaseT connectivity to combine video, audio and device control signals from multiple sources into one display. The company is also providing ISE 2015 visitors with a sneak preview of its new projectors. The SU917 is BenQ’s first fixedlens WUXGA high brightness projector designed for large-sized conference halls and seminar rooms. It is designed to minimise costs with its power-saving SmartEco technology and low maintenance features such as filter-free design and LAN Control. The MH856UST is BenQ’s first Full HD 1080p ultra-shortthrow interactive projector. A development of the MW853UST+, the MH856UST offers more interactivity and supports collaborative learning.

Stand: 4-R50

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Smart speakers for environmental installations EQUIPSON

VENTUZ TECHNOLOGY

Two new arrivals are joining the NEO Series of loudspeakers, offering green and weatherproof credentials respectively. The NEO range has been developed by Equipson’s Work Pro brand which Power save: The NEO 5 A ES speakers feature auto-off functionality sets itself the objective of maximising savings high IP range (IP65), this two-way in energy consumption leading passive loudspeaker can withstand to greater efficiency. Under this unfavourable weather conditions, environmental philosophy, the such as rain or wind and is thus brand has developed the NEO 5 suitable for outdoor installations in A ES, the updated version of the complete safety. NEO 5 A installation speaker. It Equipson claimed its features offers the smart ability of shutting and functionalities make NEO 5 down when it is not receiving an IP a good choice for professionals audio signal, leading to a reduction who need to design and install in its consumption below 1W in audio systems in medium-sized these circumstances. Equipson and large installations, such as claims that this feature makes it terraces, restaurants, hotels and possible to exponentially enhance urban complexes. the performance and efficiency of NEO 5 IP and NEO 5 A ES are audio installations. available in black as well as white The second new reference versions, in order to blend in with speaker is NEO 5 IP, the waterproof installation requirements. Stand: 7-M176 version of the NEO 5. Due to its

Multi-room audio from Italy TUTONDO Offering a broad range of home entertainment/home theatre solutions is exhibitor Tutondo. The SA2500 enables the control of two sound sources from any room. Using the zone controls, it is possible to adjust the volume, turn the system on/ off, choose a programme, radio station or music from the CD/ MP3 player. The company describes the Mondo TVA as the most complete and advanced solution for broadcasting to every room of the home. Using the wall control and the remote control, it is possible to select and manage up to eight composite video/ audio sources plus a local audio source. The TVA also features

Scaling the videowall

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additional integrated functions that provide the ability to control it via a home automation system. The MondoT audio system allows the control of up to nine sound sources from any room. Like the Mondo TVA, it is designed to be integrated into a home automation system. The Tutondo Mondo TA system can control up to nine sound sources (CD, DVD, HDD, tuner, VCR, satellite receiver and so on) and broadcast the sound to up to 48 rooms. At the same time, the volume, bass and treble and the choice of radio station or CD, view RDS radio information and the name of an MP3 ﬁle, can all be handled from each room. Other functions can be added.

Stand: 1-E108, 1-E112

3D graphic software developer Ventuz Technology and hardware manufacturer eyevis have joined together to show scalable highend videowall installations at ISE. The videowall consists of eyevis omniSHAPE displays (small form factor rear-projection cubes that are designed to be easily stackable) that offer great ﬂexibility in terms of installation using any format, size, or shape of videowall. Ventuz claims to offer equal ﬂexibility for the creation of real-time 3D graphics in any resolution and format. The software has been used for many cutting-edge applications, such as multi-touch installations, projection mapping

Ahead of the curve: A curved omniSHAPE videowall with Ventuz content created by ICT and event graphics. Ventuz is also working with another partner, XI-Machines, a German manufacturer of highend workstations, servers and custom solutions, which also

created the Vbox certiﬁed Ventuz server. XI-Machines’ computing hardware offers clustering features that allow for inﬁnitely scalable Ventuz installations.

Stand: 10-R140

Customisable furniture on show SALAMANDER DESIGNS Audio video furniture and theatre/lounge seating solutions company Salamander Designs is showcasing its customisable, Design-Your-Own (DYO) lineup which it says offers AV integrators a vast array of cabinet conﬁgurations and unmatched ﬂexibility to determine the perfect

solutions for their customers. Highlighted are the Chameleon Collection, including Berlin, Miami and Barcelona styles, and entertainment seating from the Talia Collection. At the heart of each custom cabinet is an aluminium chassis engineered to provide a strong and ﬂexible furniture platform. Real wood ﬁnishes

and other materials are offered and, says the company, they are built to exacting standards to achieve modern styles that are perfect for the European market. The internal chassis is designed to permit a wide variety of bolt-on options and accessories that integrate with the latest technology.

Stand: 1-Q70

Are you sitting comofrtably? The Talia is among the home theatre seating products on show

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Speakers for challenging environments TOA The HX-7 Variable Dispersion Loudspeaker is new from TOA, who says that it responds to the need for a more compact yet flexible high-performance speaker for auditoriums, concert halls, challenging houses of worship and sports venues. Like its smaller sibling, the HX-5, TOA claims that the HX-7’s variable configuration (vertical angle adjustment of between 15º and 45º) allows it to be deployed in places where many fixed configuration speakers cannot. The 2 x 5in LF + 1in waveguide-loaded HF driver (x4) complement featured by the HX-7 is said to deliver higher SPL and power handling, as well as extended low frequency response. A matching 15in highpowered subwoofer (FB-150) completes the HX-7 solution. Optional hardware for flying, wall/ceiling or stand mounting is also available. A black or white finish, as well as ‘WP’ outdoor

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versions, are available. Also featured by TOA on its ISE stand is the company’s new Q-HA-1000Y long range slim array speaker which is said to be able to spread sound over 600m – compared with a conventional speaker which can cover only 300m, TOA says Although designed for applications where this long range sound transport is required – such as airports, skiing locations, factories, public squares, leisure parks and so on – the new system is also said to ease intelligibility over standard distances and under extreme situations. While sound from conventional speaker overlaps and interferes with the output of other speakers,

Adaptable conﬁguration: The HX-7 is designed for auditoriums, concert halls, religious and sports venues

according to TOA, the Q-HA1000Y uses array technology with horn speaker units to ensure high speech intelligibility. The sound is said to be soft nearby the speaker and clear even far away. The company says that its coverage means that the number of speakers deployed can be reduced.

Stand: 3-A120

Pendant loudspeaker range extended JBL PROFESSIONAL Described as a high-impact pendant subwoofer featuring built-in passive crossover for up to four satellite loudspeakers, Harman’s JBL Professional is introducing the latest addition to its Control Contractor 60 Series pendant loudspeakers with the new Control 60PS/T pendant subwoofer. Featuring 150W power handling and low distortion, the long-excursion 8in lowfrequency driver features a butyl rubber surround for what the company says is well-damped, tight sound quality and longterm reliability, along with a polypropylene-coated cone for humidity protection. The hightemperature, 2in voice coil and low-mass ﬁbreglass coil former are said to ensure good bass transient response and excellent stability under high power, high duty-cycle, working conditions. The Control 60PS/T may be driven by itself or with other subwoofers on an ampliﬁer channel, sending it either a

signal that has been actively low-passed earlier in the signal chain, or a full-range signal utilising the built-in passive 125Hz low-pass ﬁlter. The included passive crossover also provides high-passed satellite outputs, in a full-range, widebandwidth, passively-crossed, mono subwoofer-satellite system. A 100W multi-tap, widebandwidth, low-saturation transformer allows the Control 60PS/T to be used on either a 70V/100V distributed loudspeaker system or as a direct low-impedance 8-ohm loudspeaker. A loop out connector is provided on the subwoofer for looping the full-range input signal to other loudspeakers or to other subwoofer/satellite systems. Rubber boot covers for each locking connector protect the terminals and the optional MTC-PC60 full-top cover accessory adds additional terminal protection for when using outdoors.

Stand: 1-F2, 1-F6

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Lighting trio is on the spot ELATION PROFESSIONAL Highlights among the new luminaires shown by Elation at ISE 2015 include a versatile 3-in-1 unit, a LED-based spotlight, and new PAR colour changers. The Platinum SBX is a fullfeatured 3-in-1 luminaire offering beam, spot, or wash modes. This compact fixture combines new lamp technology from a Philips MSD Platinum 17RA 350W lamp with a new optical system for a flat field of light and kicks out 20,000 lumens of power, comparable to traditional 700W fixtures.

It also features a zoom, 13 dichroic colours including UV, CTO and CTB, plus nine rotating interchangeable gobos and 14 ﬁxed gobos. Two rotating prisms including a six-way linear eightfacet prism and frost ﬁlter are also included. The LED-based Satura Spot CMY is a high-powered luminaire with zoom, CMY colour mixing and dual gobo wheels. Seven dichroic colours are included for added colour customisation. Its 320W LED engine delivers 11,700 lumens of power for an output across all colours that is comparable to 575W or even 700W

discharge ﬁxtures. Elation’s SixPar Series of indoor and outdoor PAR colour changers features a new sixcolour LED multi-chip that provides an expanded palette of colours. Said to be useful for production applications or installations, the SixPar’s high-power single lens RGBWA+UV LEDs allow lighting designers to get creative. There are four versions: SixPar 100 (indoor), SixPar 100IP, SixPar 200IP and SixPar 300IP, with 7, 7, 12 and 18 x 12W LEDs respectively.

Stand: 11-F50

Video capture solutions showcased MAGEWELL Specialising in HD video capture devices, such as PCI Express video capture cards and USB 3.0 video capture devices, Magewell is showing a range of solutions at ISE 2015 including a USB 3.0 capture box series that supports an HD

interface (VI/VGA/HDMI/YPbPr/ SDI) as well as SD interface (CVBS). They can capture one channel/ multi-channels of HD/SD or mixed HD and SD signals, providing users with mobile capture solutions. The HD unit can capture up to 1080p60. Magewell also has an HDMI capture series that uses the

Creative: Elation’s SixPar Series of PAR colour changers

PCI Express interface, including single/dual/quad channel HD HDMI capture. The dual/quad HDMI capture cards support 3D signals. The company’s SDI capture series is said to provide complete SDI capture solutions, covering one channel capture (including one loopback), dual channel

capture (including dual loopback) and quad SD/HD/3G-SDI capture cards. According to Magewell, they feature power consumption only half that of similar products. A DVI capture series is also available, using DVI-I. Its capture capability includes DVI/VGA/ HDMI/YPbPr etc, with resolution at 1080p60. Magewell believes that it has superior automatic VGA detection, including automatic

detection of timing and phase, and the unit supports long-distance DVI/HDMI input cable. The Hybrid series can be used to capture both HD and SD signals, with no need for extra PCI Express slots or multiple cards. The series includes an HDMI 4K card which meets the HDMI 1.4 standard and supports 3D, and a DVI 4K card that meets the Dual Link standard.

Stand: 4-V54

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A ﬂexible matrix for digital signage

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ATEN

Do you see the increasing availability and affordability of smart/networked consumer devices – such as tablets, audio systems and thermostats – as an opportunity or a threat for the custom installation industry? Patch it to the network and it works. This is the goal of convergence and AV is ultimately just another application of bitstream activity, until it leaves or hits our senses. Today, we still need disparate analogue and digital skills to satisfy all the unique cabling and protocols proprietary devices employ. Not so much in the future as the ubiquitous network and its residing ‘things’ become the norm.

This is a great opportunity for our industry. However we must always put the usability of the system by all generations, both younger “digital natives” and more mature “digital immigrants”, at the centre of design decisions, ensuring a clear and simple way of interacting with a home’s systems is always installed. This may frequently mean an engraved lighting wallpanel in addition to tablet control.

Steve Olszewski Vice president, Stealth Acoustics Stand: 5-R112

Sam Woodward Customer education leader, Europe and Africa, Lutron Electronics Stand: 4-R56

Aten has launched both its ﬁrst modular matrix switch and an Ultra HD matrix switch. The VM1600 modular videowall and matrix system, incorporates a videowall processor and scaler that can cope with up to 16 screens and 16 sources, allowing users to distribute content to diverse locations or set up one large content wall. Among the in- and output boards that the VM1600 can accept are four-port DVI-D and HDMI modules, allowing for a smooth conversion between interfaces where necessary, with further new cards coming soon, including HDBaseT, which is suitable for UHD content distribution. With Aten’s seamless switching technology integrated, the VM1600 can stream and switch events in real-time (<0.1 seconds), making it suitable for business monitoring,

entertainment, education or surveillance. “The VM1600 not only has expandable capabilities but also combines the signal processing and distribution function in a single chassis. This allows for easy videowall integration without using extra videowall processors, which simpliﬁes the installation process and reduces costs,” explained Kevin Chen, president of Aten International. The modular design allows quick insertion and removal of hot-pluggable components such as modular I/O boards, power supply and cooling fan. It also comes with a redundant power module, which can be used as a backup component in case of power outage. The new VM6404H UHD matrix switch offers both videowall and scaler functionality, to ﬂexibly connect multiple display formats, while streaming and switching content in almost real-time.

Stand: 10-R136

3D DLP videowall cubed VTRON New 70in 3D DLP rear projection videowall cubes from Vtron use active shutter 3D technology and can freely switch between 2D and 3D. Each cube uses LED light sources providing higher brightness and contrast ratio, to deliver vivid colour at different light intensities. Its DNP CSI screen offers such beneﬁts as: up to 1.5 screen gain, wider viewing angle, improved colour shift, high contrast ratio, and resistance to ambient light, expansion or deformation. The 3D DLP videowall cubes are being shown integrated with the latest Digicom ARK3000 and Magic 7000 videowall processors. The Digicom ARK3000 offers rich signal support including ﬁbre-optic

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I/O and DisplayPort inputs (up to 4096 x 4096). Its ﬁbre I/O supports up to 300m signal transmission from sources to the processor and a further 300m from the ARK3000 to the videowalls without a loss in image quality or time delay. The ARK’s Real-time Intelligent Exchange Transmission technology can display up to 1,344 RGB video display windows simultaneously with no frame lost in real-time. The Digicom Magic 7000 module (which ﬁts the ARK3000) supports multilayer GIS and 3D applications, with up to 16K x 4K super-high resolution

video with a 3D graphic card. Vtron sees the 3D DLP video cubes being particularly useful for military simulation training, urban planning, science and technology exhibitions.

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64 screen question: An 8 x 8 matrix created by Aten’s VM1600 modular matrix switch

Immersive audio for the home DOLBY

Rear lights: Vtron’s 70in 3D DLP rear-projection videowall cubes

Dolby introduced Dolby Atmos for the cinema in 2012, creating an immersive experience through the use of overhead sound and an ability to place and move sounds anywhere.

The company is now showing off the fruits of its work with several partners to produce new lines of Dolby Atmos enabled speakers and AVRs that deliver multi-dimensional sound into living rooms.

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Interface panels Three for 3.0 on DigitalMedia are modular CRESTRON

ABTUS The IFP-600 series of modular interface panels from Singaporebased exhibitor ABtUS come in both UK (86mm x 86mm) and US (70mm x 114mm) single- and double-gang sizes that can hold one, two or four modules per plate respectively. ABtUS also offers a wide selection of modules for added flexibility. From the common video signal I/Os of VGA, HDMI and display port, USB interactivity connections, power sockets to modular amplifiers, the company believes that users and installers are sure to be able to create a solution that meets their specific needs. Another feature of these modules is that they come with an option to include an individual control button for each module. These control buttons are said to be convenient and simple to use. With just a touch of the button, users can switch around and toggle between inputs. The projector can even be turned on and off, the company

notes, by simply pressing and holding the button. Also on show is the AVC-HDA11/ AP4 HDMI Audio Extractor which supports SPDIF (digital optical ﬁbre and coaxial) audio output and also R/L (simulating the audio interface). It supports both 4K and 2K resolutions and HDMI input and output. HDCP-compliant, it is delivered in a wall-mountable metal enclosure with screws. It measures 150mm x 80mm x 30mm and weighs 290g.

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Pearl’s a streamer/recorder EPIPHAN Pearl, the latest streaming/ recording device from Epiphan, is a lightweight, portable, all-in-one live video production system with HD video capture from SDI, HDMI (DVI) and VGA and with audio support over SDI and HDMI, or separately via professional stereo TRS audio. Transtlantic ﬁt: A wide range of modular interface panels is available

802.3af standard 48V PoE for receiver power, and provides The UHD-EX Series of extenders pass-through of bidirectional from Atlona consists of four Ethernet and control signals. pairs of transmitters and The AT-UHD-EX-70C kit receivers, all employing provides 70m of signal HDBaseT technology, with a extension, including passrange of models that offer through of bidirectional RS-232 increasing levels of features and 12V IR control signals. As a over a single category cable. transmitter/receiver pair, the kit All extender kits in the new is designed for use with other series support 4K/UHD video Atlona matrix switchers. at 60Hz, provide pass-through Atlona offers the ATof HDCP 2.2 content, support UHD-EX-70 kit for residential EDID communication, and or commercial point-to-point employ HDBaseT technology applications. This kit features for extending signals, including PoE to remotely power the multichannel audio in formats receiver from the transmitter to up to Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD save time and integration costs Master Audio. by eliminating the AC power Heading up the series is the outlet at the receiver. AT-UHD-EX-100CE Transmitter/ Atlona said the AT-UHDReceiver kit, which allows cable EX70-PS kit provided an runs up to 100m, utilises IEEE economical means of transmitting AV signals up to 70m, while still offering the video features of the UHD-EX series. Each transmitter and receiver in this kit comes with its own power adapter . Extending 4K: The AT-UHD-EX-100CE facilitates 4K/UHD over Stand: 7-P180 HDMI cable runs of up to 100m

4096 x 2160 at 60Hz. All three are built on the new Crestron .AV Framework so that they’re ready to go, without custom programming, as soon as you connect the cables, and specify sources and displays. AV Framework also enables all three to directly communicate with Crestron Fusion enterprise management software. It can add collaboration capability by connecting up to four Crestron Connect It (TT-100) cable caddies, and wireless BYOD presentation capability by connecting a Crestron AirMedia (AM-100) to the HDMI port.

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UHD-EX family set to extend 4K/UHD over HDMI ATLONA

The new generation DigitalMedia 3.0 includes three new additions to Crestron’s range of multimedia presentation systems. Its affordable 4K Scaling Presentation Switcher (HDMD8X1-C) is designed for simple huddle spaces that require 8x1 4K switching and scaling, with output to the room’s display via HDMI. For a slightly bigger room, there is the 4K Scaling Presentation Switcher with HDBaseT Output (DM-MD8X1-C), which includes all of the features of the HD-MD8X1-C, plus microphone input and a DM

output, so you can run HDBaseT to the display. If you need to use remote transmitters, or program a custom system using SIMPL Windows, the 3-Series 4K DigitalMedia Presentation System (DMPS3-4K150-C) is most suitable. It can cater for classrooms, small and medium conference rooms, or huddle spaces, and combines DigitalMedia technology with a built-in IP-based 3-Series Control System, 10x1 4K multimedia switcher, mic mixer, and audio DSP. Its built-in 4K scaler can convert any resolution and frame rate to any other resolution and frame rate, up to

feedback from the market”, said Mike Sandler, Epiphan’s CEO. It is being shown at ISE with several new features, based on customer feedback. Pearl can now capture four streams simultaneously at 30 frames per second or two streams simultaneously at 60fps (with custom multisource layouts with branding and background mattes). The

All-in-one: Epiphan’s Pearl has received a polish for ISE

Since its launch last autumn, “Pearl has been very popular for applications in education, live production, medical and more”, and has been getting “tremendous positive

touchscreen display now includes conﬁguration management capabilities. “Customers asked for and we’ve implemented custom EDID support, allowing Pearl to

capture at the exact specifications each situation requires. We also added support for MP4 recordings (in addition to MOV, AVI, and MPEG-TS) and Pearl now supports secure file transfer as well as CIFS, RSYNC and ftp. These new features make Pearl even easier to deploy and support in variety of applications,” said David Kirk, VP product marketing. Epiphan is also showing a hardware refresh for VGA Grid and VGA/DVI Recorder Pro, its professional recording and streaming systems. These now have SDI capture support (3GSDI, HD-SDI and SD-SDI), with hardware acceleration to increase encoding capability to capture more HD streams simultaneously. Both also now support custom EDIDs, MP4 format recording, and secure file transfer.

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Surface is alternative to whiteboard WOLFVISION Austrian manufacturer of presentation technology systems and solutions WolfVision is demonstrating the VZ-C6 Ceiling Visualizer in use together with the new XXL size dry-erase working surface at ISE 2015. These new re-writable working surfaces offer a 920 x 520mm dry-erase writing area, which is designed to be used as a digital alternative to a whiteboard or blackboard – with the important additional beneﬁt that it can also be used for capturing handwritten notes when used as part of a lecture recording system. Said to be particularly suitable for use in university mathematics and science lectures where large amounts of complex written detail often needs to be displayed in class, the company claims that

these re-writable working surfaces provide considerable benefits. In lectures, there is now no need for the educator to turn away from the student audience in order to write on a blackboard in traditional fashion, and also none of the text is obscured while writing. Normal sized writing is enlarged so that it easily fills the screen, and even those at the back of the class can read it without difficulty. Information is also not necessarily lost when the board is cleaned because all information can be easily recorded and saved for future use if required. WolfVision dry-erasable working surfaces have already provided significant teaching value during their initial testing phase at selected universities worldwide, the company says, and they are now available as a standard accessory item for its

Ceiling Visualizer and EYE Camera Systems.

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Capturing complexity: Re-writable working surface is ideal for complex information

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High power performance set to follow speaker launch ARTCOUSTIC LOUDSPEAKERS The Performance Series of loudspeakers, capable of up to 140dB, is being launched at ISE 2015. The company says the range was is result of three years of intense design, engineering and testing, combining Artcoustic array technology, multi-coupled sub units and high-pressure levels, as well as Danish design principles. Comprising a speaker and subwoofer, the Performance Series full stack is capable of 140dB. The company says it has been engineered for a diverse range of applications, such as medium to large cinema rooms, ﬁxed installation public address systems and the demanding club stack market. The Performance P12-6 mid-high array speaker can be used as a single sound reinforcement speaker, or mounted as multiple units with adjustable angles. The company says it is also ideal, either wall mounted or ceiling mounted, as a surround and overhead speaker in cinema applications with larger SPL requirements. The Performance PS6 is a multi-drive unit coupled subwoofer, with high SPL and very low F3 point (at 15Hz). It can be used as a single subwoofer for typical sub-sat applications, or as a more powerful stackable solution, catering for larger cinema installations and the demanding high-output club scene and public address scenarios. Kim Donvig, CEO of Artcoustic Loudspeakers, said: “It was important not just to create yet another loud PA speaker, but instead to combine all our knowledge from the existing Spitﬁre and SL Series

technology, ending up with something unique.” He continued:“We understand the importance of sensitivity and high sound pressure levels, but we have never been willing to sacrifice the true qualities typically enjoyed with lower sensitivity hifi speakers. With our unique multiple cone array technology, we bring you the best of both worlds; a very flat audio response from 15Hz to 20kHz, with extremely low distortion, guided directivity, all combined with very high sound pressure levels.”

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iPad is ready for table top tapping BASALTE After launching various elegant onwall mounting Eve frames for the iPad, the Belgian company has now developed a table base for Eve Air and Eve mini. The table base supports installation of the Eve frames on a table or desk in both residential and public applications. The table base is machined out of high-grade aluminium and is available in two versions, each optimised for either a portrait or landscape orientation of the iPad. The Eve frames are powered by a puck-shaped USB charger that ensures that the iPad remains charged and is always ready for use. There is thus no need to take it off to load the battery and there are

The Mobile Quote iOS app has been acclaimed as one of the most compelling features of D-Tools’ System Integrator platform. Now, that same functionality is applied to the new SI 2015 software which is being previewed at ISE this year. Described as a workﬂowenhancing application, Mobile

Basalte also recently announced that the Eve Air iPad frame is also compatible with the iPad Air 2, and the Eve mini is now compatible with iPad mini 1, 2 and 3 versions.

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Ready and table: The table base can secure an iPad for use at a reception desk or as a publicity screen

T3x ready to assume control RTI

Nice stack: The Performance Series full stack is capable of 140dB

The T3x remote control is making its ﬁrst appearance at ISE, combining a 3.5in colour LCD touchscreen with a sleek industrial design and some very useful on-board functionality. The remote features programmable soft-touch buttons for quick access to common control functions, and four buttons with

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no unsightly cables or connections. A lockable security version is also available for the Eve frame. Basalte says this new tabletop accessory leads to more ease of use and can serve as a perfect solution for hotels or restaurants at the reception desk or as a publicity screen. It adds that the table base would also come in very handy as an extra screen in a kitchen or living room.

Quote enables integrators to enter client and contact information into the iPad app, then walk prospective customers through available installation scenarios. Once complete, the resulting quote can be imported for complete detailed project design, specification, and project management, seamlessly extending the workflow from the office to the field and back.

D-Tools Mobile Quote utilises many of D-Tools’ workflow concepts, including the specification of locations and systems, which allows integrators to provide packages or pre-configured systems for inclusion in the quote. Labour and general pricing will be calculated to give the customer an accurate proposal.

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interchangeable keycaps. The unit’s edge-to-edge touchscreen provides users with improved screen swiping, while haptic feedback delivers a subtle vibration as a tactile conﬁrmation when pressing touchscreen buttons. Additional features include integrated grip sensors to keep the T3x awake during use, an accelerometer to provide instant-on control and control via movements, and a built-in camera and microphone for intercom functionality directly on the remote control. RTI says the T3X has been designed for simple integration into any installation, with the controller featuring the company’s dual-RF platform. This supports both 433MHz RF for one-way control and 2.4GHz ZigBee for bi-

directional communication with RTI processors and supported third-party electronics. Further control capability comes via the integrated 802.11b/g wireless Ethernet, which offers enhanced twoway control including dynamic graphics, viewing IP cameras, and wireless program updates. In addition, RTI is showcasing its T2i and T2x remote controls with ergonomic features such as a ﬂush-mount, edgeto-edge touchscreen. The T2i and T2x also support RTI’s dual RF platform for one-way control or bidirectional communication, as well as featuring WiFi support.

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Perfect viewing positions at the touch of a button CINEAK The CIC automation module, which controls motorised recline/incline mechanisms and articulating headrests, is being showcased for the private cinema/media room industry in Hall 5. The module consists of an intelligent control box, which is mounted inside the Cineak chair, controlling the motors and drivers and interacting with the control system or any other control components used in the chairs. The CIC automation module enables the use of the RS-485 protocol, resulting in an accurate and reliable two-wire single bus connection between all the chairs and single connection to the control system. Each of the chairs can be controlled individually via bus ID commands. Adding an RS485 to IP convertor allows the user to address each of the chairs and

their operation via IP. This enables mobile phones and tablets, remote controls and touch panel devices to control operation of the chairs. The CIC Module and its technology allow for a number of settings, including presets for a user’s preferred seating position and preferred headrest, and an all-off reset feature, where all of the chairs automatically return to their upright position at one button press. Another preset sets one seat to a preferential position and all other chairs in the theatre/ screening room to automatically recline. It’s also possible to control the footrest, backrest, and articulating headrest from a graphical interface on a touch panel, tablet or smartphone. Additionally the module can utilise a more ‘intelligent’ push button integrated in the armrest of the chair. This allows the user to have more intelligent controls

No ordinairy chair: The CIC module automates control over cinema chairs such as memory settings, single button control, and so on at the push button level in the armrest. The new push button control also features back-lit buttons, allowing users to conveniently locate the controls in the darkness.

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In control of LEDs RAKO CONTROLS

Among the latest developments from Rako Controls on show at ISE are LED control, featuring constant current and 4-channel RGBW constant voltage LED drivers. Also on display is a new range of wireless 16-scene dimmers: the company says the new generation dimmers with more scenes are now even easier to install with their wall mounting brackets, single-ended wiring and the simpliﬁed set-up button that eradicates the need to use a magnet. Rako has also updated its iPhone, iPad and Android apps with a totally revised user interface, LED colour wheel, personalised room, and scene and channel naming with images. For those users with timeclock units, timed events can now be

set from within the app. A new blind and curtain range is featured: from roller blinds to Roman blinds, Rako says that it can now supply, install and control, providing users with features including precise alignment, positioned control, software configurable end-stop, programmable speed control and soft start/finish. According to Rako, mood lighting systems offer the user the ability to recall a scene, or mood of lighting, at the touch of a single button despite controlling multiple circuits and lamp types. Circuits are split to define zones and highlight room features and are programmed to suit the different uses of a space. Rako provides lighting controls for both wired and wireless solutions, new and retrofit applications. With controls for all lighting

Rako’s iPad app now has a new user interface

Among the announcements from Custom Home Europe’s stand this year are the debut of new solutions to help the industry leverage what the organisation believes will be the biggest anticipated trends of the year. Many of the brands are focused on products addressing the interest of future-prooﬁng home theatres, it says, as 4K and Ultra HD adoption continues to ramp up and Dolby Atmos gains popularity. Additionally, notes Custom Home Europe, helping people make the

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most of wireless connectivity and other ways to improve the experience of multimedia content are a big focus in 2015. “We would like the attendees to take away from Custom Home Europe the scope of possibilities available to them for dedicated theatres, media rooms as well as whole house solutions whether it be electronics or furniture,” said Gabi Wolper, president of Fortress Seating. Keith Jones, president of Jones design, adds to the vision for easily integrated products with intelligently designed systems by offering visiting

JUST ADD POWER The 2G+AVP transmitter and receiver range is being aimed at meeting the audio requirements of pro installers using HDMI over IP (HD/IP) technology. The 2G+AVP transmitters feature HDMI with audio, a line input, and a Mic input, allowing each audio input to be mixed, played individually, or played in any desired combination. The 2G+ A/V Pro transmitter Mic/Line input lets users add and extract audio for paging, injecting and distributing analogue audio. With Dolby certiﬁcation and IP controlled variable analogue audio-out, the system is capable of delivering a true down-mix from HDMI Dolby audio to stereo analogue with easy control, according to Just Add Power. The company said the Ethernet-based HD video distribution system would be ideal for integrators delivering large-scale, multi-zone HDTV and videowall projects. A free videowall app can accommodate anything from a 2x2 up to an 16x16 videowall. It also claimed that, unlike ﬁxed format HDMI matrices, HD/IP lets installers build a matrix that is scalable to the exact size they require, from 1x1 up to 4,000 x 65,000.

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integrators “an overview of building information modelling and what it means for our industry.” Custom Home Europe’s presence at ISE this year gives visitors the opportunity to see live demonstrations of debuting technology, including DVDO’s iScan Mini video enhancement system and VRS ClearView adaptive 4K scaling engine, D-BOX’s new HEMC home motion controller and Future Ready Solutions’ range of HDMI cables, connectors and accessories, among others.

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Computers and control systems can access the On Screen Display API to send an overlay text message to any or all of the devices on the network. The company said this was ideal for transmitting information to all types of applications from emergency response alerts and home automation functions to custom signage messages and customer entertainment. The range also supports CEC control, RS-232, IR and USB 2.0 over IP, as well as Image Pull for live feedback of content. The HDMI over IP products come in four generations: 1G, 2G, 2G+ and the new 2G+AVP models. Each generation has a more enhanced featureset than the last but each generation is backwards compatible, meaning the models can be mixed and matched within the same system.

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Power to the people: The 2G+AVP transmitters feature HDMI with audio, a line input and a Mic input.

Slim subs and cost-conscious speakers in show debut TRIAD SPEAKERS

types, Rako says that it concentrates on the challenges of dimming LEDs, offering products for direct control of lamps as well as trailing edge, 0-10V and DALI options for dimmable drivers. The company offers LED lamp testing in its lab facilities, allowing installers and speciﬁers to be certain of dimming performance before installation.

Anticipating 2015 technology trends CUSTOM HOME EUROPE

HD/IP transmitter and receiver range set up for audio

at high volumes — achieving a maximum output of 108dB from 40-80Hz with a bass extension of -3dB at 28Hz. Triad is also bringing out a costeffective in-ceiling loudspeaker line, the R-Series. Three models are available: the R-25 (5.25in driver), R-26 (6.5in) and R-28 (8.5in). Each is a shallow-depth, open-back, two-way loudspeaker system that provides full-range sound. The R-Series speakers incorporate Triad’s improved paintable micro-perf grill, which is provided with both a round and square plastic trim bezel, offering integrators added ﬂexibility.

Two new slim subwoofers and an entry-level in-ceiling speaker line are making a debut appearance from Triad. The custom speaker manufacturer said the new InRoom and OnWall Bronze SlimSub build upon the performance of its InWall Bronze/4 SlimSub. Each Bronze SlimSub is paired with Triad’s 350W outboard amplifier, the RackAmp 350 DSP. Measuring 4.4in from the wall and available in custom colours, the OnWall Bronze SlimSub can be matched to ultra-flat TVs using soundbars. The InRoom Bronze Stand 5-S102 SlimSub meanwhile stands upright at 4.3in deep, but when laid down (requiring 5.1in of height clearance) it becomes a down-firing subwoofer that can be hidden under furniture. Each of the Triad SlimSubs utilises a proprietary long-throw 10in aluminium driver. Bass hunter: Able to operate standing upright or laid down the InRoom Bronze SlimSub offers versatile bass All provide deep bass

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Extending the scale of voice controlled music streaming

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Fine pitch LED display drivers MACROBLOCK A number of drivers have been launched by Macroblock to solve the challenges linked to the rising use of ﬁne pitch LED displays to replace indoor displays, including lower ghosting, dim line at ﬁrst scan line, uneven brightness, colour shift, gradient dim line and cross effect caused by LED failure. Macroblock’s new LED display

Stick it out: The V-Stick turns legacy audio devices and TVs into connected AV streaming zones

VOCO Two new networked music devices are aiming to draw the attention of the Residential Solutions crowd in Hall 5. The Voco V-Stick turns legacy audio equipment into a wireless music and video streaming system. Users can connect the USBpowered V-Stick to soundbars, soundbases, receivers, speakers, or TVs and wirelessly stream music to them, using an Apple or Android device as a controller. It’s possible to stream YouTube videos or audio services such as Pandora, Tunein or Spotify through a TV using the HDMI output and connect to a legacy soundbar using the analogue or digital outputs on the V-Stick. The VocoV-Dot is an all-inone music player that allows users to stream unlimited music wirelessly. Like all Voco devices, the V-Dot and V-Stick can connect through 10/100 ethernet or WiFi connectivity. Each Voco device becomes its own WiFi hotspot, so you can easily expand your home

WiFi network. In common with the V-Stick, V-Dot supports common digital audio formats with metadata, such as MP3, FLAC, Ogg and AAC/ M4A up to 320Kbps and at 48Khz. Playlists in .m3u, .pls, .asx, .cue, .wpl formats are also supported. Both V-Dot and V-Stick can also access stored ﬁles on Mac or PC, as well as some NAS media servers. Both devices are compatible with the Voco Controller iOS and Android app that uses the large screen of a Android tablet or iPad to increase the ease of search and to manage and quickly play streamed music in any room in the house. The system is also able to be voice activated, using Voice Search to select songs or artists from a personal music collection as well as the ability to search many online services. Using connected Voco devices, users can add up to 10 zones with the app, to create their own Voco voice controlled multi-room music system throughout the home.

ELAN HOME SYSTEMS Said to leverage the capabilities of its new ELAN Control Platform, the ELAN g1 entertainment and control system is designed for media rooms, smaller projects, production builder packages and as a universal remote alternative, thus, says the company, bringing the beneﬁts of the ELAN Control Platform to a wider audience. The ELAN g1 System Controller is described as a versatile lower-point-of-entry controller and OSD extender for CI integrators and their customers. The controller is conﬁgured with three IR outputs, one IR input, one bidirectional RS-232 input, one sensor, one HDMI output (720p/1080p) and one audio output. Its built-in WiFi enables all of its functions

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to be IP controlled, and PoE enabled, and it is claimed to use less energy than conventional controllers. The g1 features integration of up to 16 zones of security; two door locks; media that can control one AVR, 32 displays and an unlimited number of ELAN zones; as well as controls for lighting (24 devices and up to 24 custom g! keypads), climate (three stats), video (three IP cameras), irrigation (16 groups and 256 zones) – plus the ability to add an unlimited number of ELAN and Core Brands attachments. “With the ELAN g1, Core Brands is offering dealers a full featured, yet affordably priced entertainment and control system,” said Joe Lautner, director of control at Core Brands.

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display refresh rate. In central control room applications, the units provide reliable transmission with high grayscale images, and ﬁne pitch displays allow users to lay out multi-screens in different sizes ﬂexibly. Fine pitch LED displays combined with the MBI515X series are also said to be useful in rental and staging applications for better audience interaction.

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Black Diamond gets bigger SCREEN INNOVATIONS The Black Diamond, which is claimed to be the world’s most popular ambient-light-rejecting screen by its manufacturer Screen Innovations, has got larger. The largest Black Diamond screens to date feature 1.4 gain in new sizes: 16:9 120in and 2.35:1 150in, in ﬁxed and zero edge formats. The larger Black Diamond screens, as well as the new Slate, and Zero Edge Flex, are on display on the Home Cinema Europe stand. The Black Diamond, which Screen Innovations says is the world’s only vertical and horizontal ambient-light-rejecting screen, has a multi-layer optic that reﬂects only the light generated by the projector, resulting, says the company, in a 900% boost in contrast. Additionally, it is claimed to be the

Diamond life: The Black Diamond screen is now available in sizes up to 15in only screen that greatly beneﬁts dark environments by reducing light scatter by over 75%. “At SI, we believe innovation means that a design is never complete, just more perfect with each iteration,” said Ryan Gustafson, president of Screen Innovations. “We are excited to announce that plans are underway to invest in and

expand our production capability to better support today’s large display needs. Our customers asked, and we delivered.” All Black Diamond screens feature active 3D capabilities and are said to be future-proofed and 4K ready. Screen sizes start at 80in in ﬁxed, curved, motorised, and zero edge formats.

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App and remote have media system control in hand PRO CONTROL

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g1 addresses wider audience

drivers (MBI5151/5152/5153) replace the LCD videowall or DLP projection as ﬁne pitch LED displays combined with the series are said to deliver superior image quality without bezel distraction or ambient light adjustment. In TV studio applications, the series provides high grayscale and refresh rate, which enables photographers to capture live and clear images without having to set shutter speed to adapt to the

An innovative product line that allows end users with Apple mobile devices to interact and control professionally installed entertainment systems is being showcased by Pro Control. The ProPanel app lets users with an iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad have complete control over any Pro Control system containing a ProLink control processor. The ProPanel app sports a completely customisable graphical user interface, giving end users a consistent user experience across all Pro Control remote controllers in their system. Easy to program and use, the app displays in both portrait and landscape views by rotating the Apple device, with no additional programming required. ProPanel supports local connection via WiFi and offers remote-access capabilities via autoswitching WiFi and wireless mobile data, providing users with convenient control and monitoring from virtually anywhere in the world. Pro Control said its app also enhanced the control experience

with unique capabilities such as full two-way feedback including cover art, weather icons, dynamic image lists and high-resolution graphics. The iPro.8 Companion Controller remote works as an extension of the ProPanel app, designed for end users who enjoy using their Apple smartphone or tablet as the primary controller for their electronic systems. The low-cost controller adds the convenience of a dedicated remote with instant connectivity and hard buttons for tactile control. It gives users the hard buttons and tactile control to which they are accustomed and provides immediate access to common functions such as changing channels, controlling the volume, and DVR transport. The remote overcomes network

connectivity issues by using proven and reliable RF technology for instantaneous communication, and is designed for use with any Pro Control ProLink processor with an activated ProPanel app.

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We have assumed control: The ProPanel app and iPro.8 controller give iOS devices control

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Making technology disappear The best AV experiences are the ones where the technology doesn’t draw attention to itself, says ISE Daily editor Paddy Baker One of the perks of being a technology journalist is the chance to attend demonstrations of the latest audiovisual equipment. There’s one drawback to such occasions, though: I sometimes find myself getting swept up in the plot of the film clip, or being transported by the song I’m being played, to the extent that I forget to step outside the content and think about how well the kit that is being demo’d is carrying out its function. Of course, this is a perfectly natural response for someone who isn’t a technology journalist. If you’re paying too much attention to things other than the content, you probably aren’t enjoying the content enough. I’ve read that some film directors deliberately put in small continuity errors to check the strength of their storytelling: for instance, a left hand in a close-up shot may become a right hand in a longer shot – if the mistake is noticeable, the story isn’t compelling enough. It may sound like a contradiction, but I believe that the best technology installations are the ones where you don’t notice the technology at all. If it’s tech you’re experiencing passively – such as a film, a concert or a presentation – you should be too engrossed in the content to

think about how many channels of audio there are or how good the switching equipment is. With technology you’re using hands-on, it should be so familiar to you that you don’t have to think about how you use it – you just get on with the task. Marc Weiser, regarded as the father of ubiquitous computing, said something similar in his 1991 essay The Computer for the 21st Century: “The most profound technologies are those that disappear. They weave themselves into the fabric of everyday life until they are indistinguishable from it.” To go to the other end of the spectrum for a moment, I think this is why computers can be so frustrating when they slow down, crash or throw up bugs: when that happens, you’re rather more aware of the technology than you want to be and not getting any of the result, or the content, that you want. Hide and seek Systems integrators have long been experts hiding technology away – in racks, lecterns or ceilings – or blending it in with its surroundings. They’re also good at making complexity disappear, by designing intuitive user interfaces whose

simplicity belies the high level of sophistication underneath. But the next challenge – and one that implies greater co-operation with other disciplines – is creating installations where the experience is so compelling that the audience doesn’t notice how it’s being delivered at all. InfoComm International currently has an initiative called Creating Exceptional Experiences – in which it encourages its members to think of themselves as being in the experience-selling business. Technology is one factor here, of course, but just as important are the spaces in which the experience is delivered, and the content that is at its heart. As executive director and CEO David Labuskes wrote recently: “If we are to move ahead as an industry, we need to be creating immersive, total experiences that communicate something rich in meaning.” Another way of thinking about this is that, when an integrated AV or electronic system is being deployed, the only people who should be contemplating the technology are the tech professionals – which includes integrators, consultants and, yes, journalists. Everyone else should just be enjoying the experience.

P200 immersive surround sound processor

RoomPerfect: Steinway Lyngdorf’s Model P200 surround sound processor

STEINWAY LYNGDORF The new Model P200 surround sound processor from Steinway Lyngdorf supports all the leading immersive surround sound technologies: Dolby Atmos, Auro-3D, and the recentlyannounced DTS:X. Each of these three technologies, when integrated with the Model P200, can deliver a cinema-like listening experience with fully immersive audio. The P200 also supports 4K and 3D video, HDCP 2.2, advanced HDMI switching, video tiling, and a digital interface for use with

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Integrated Media Block. Built in is the company’s RoomPerfect room correction system, claimed to be “the world’s most sophisticated technology for adapting the sound system to the environment”, and to guarantee optimum performance “whether a room was purposely designed for sound reproduction or not”. Steinway Lyngdorf is a partnership between Steinway & Sons and Lyngdorf Audio, and is

also introducing new Steinway Lyngdorf rear-firing boundary woofers, its new A2 amplifier (part of an In-Wall Series home theatre system), and Lyngdorf Audio’s new TDAI-2170 integrated stereo amplifier.

Stand: 10-P111

Three single-package One Room – One Cable kits are being showcased by Aurora Multimedia at ISE 2015. The company says that these kits will ship complete with two ceiling tile speakers, dual-input HDBaseT wall plate switcher, HDBaseT Receiver with 2 x 35W ampliﬁer and an 8-button inwall control panel. According to Aurora, the One Room – One Cable kit only requires a single Cat-cable between the switcher and the display, making installation very straightforward. The company believes that the three kits – ORC-1, ORC-2 and ORC-3 – make specifying, ordering, deploying and installing easy, organised and streamlined. Each kit is based around Aurora’ DXW-2 Series keypads. ORC-1 ships complete with the DXW-2 wall plate/ switcher featuring HDMI and VGA inputs with auto switching, DXE-CAT-RX3-A HDBaseT

Receiver with dual relays for screen control and 2 x 35W ampliﬁer, two SKR-22T 2ft x 2ft ceiling tile speakers and the DXB-8 8-button controller keypad. The ORC-2 Kit adds Ethernet support at the wall plate and the ORC-3 Kit, in addition to the Ethernet port, adds an on-board USB 2.0 extender to the wall plate, allowing it to be used with interactive projectors and displays as well as USB cameras and other accessories. The DXB-8 control keypad comes pre-programmed for controlling the DXW-2 and DXE-CAT-RX3 audio. The only thing the user needs to do, says Aurora, is to drop in display on/ off commands. According to Aurora, all One Room – One Cable kits (which are designed for classrooms, conference rooms and other single room AV applications) ship in a single box, making deployment as easy as possible.

Stand: 4-T18

Camouﬂage option aids disappearing act NEAR SPEAKERS ISE 2015 is witnessing the European debut of two new products in the LB series from Near Speakers. Bogen Communications division Near is introducing a dark brown Mulch colour option for the existing LB4T 4in, 2-way, 70V/8ohm speaker, as well as the GS4 ground stake which allows integrators and homeowners to secure the LB4TM speaker to the ground. The company designed the speaker and colour-matched GS4 ground stake to blend seamlessly into mulched and wooded areas, allowing them to nearly disappear among their surroundings. Four stainless steel screws attach the stake to the speaker. A wire channel and clip moulded into the stake allow the installer to dress and secure the signal cable (supplied with the LB4TM speaker) for neat appearance and reliable signal connection. On one end of the supplied cable is a fully waterproof IP68rated connector; a tinned bare wire (pigtail) is on the other end. Once properly connected to the receptacle on the LB4TM speaker, the signal cable cannot fall off and effectively prevents dust, dirt and

all liquids from contaminating the terminals. Near claimed it was the most reliable outdoor speaker connection available today. The LB4TM speaker and GS4 ground stake are fabricated from rugged UV-inhibited mineralﬁlled polypropylene for superior durability and colour stability. Both pieces are shipping to Near’s network of custom integrator specialists and distributors this month.

Stand: 6-M170

Blender: The mulch colour helps the LB4TM outdoor speaker to blend into its surroundings

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EXHIBITOR VIEW A new compression tech Moving towards a fully IP network infrastructure and taking on the 4K challenge at a reasonable cost with mezzanine compression UHD data rates get astronomical for uncompressed formats. The ﬁrst and expensive way to take on this challenge is to get more bandwidth over the network infrastructure (from 10G, to 40G to 100G…) or more cables within the AV facilities. But it is not cost effective and sustainable. 10GbE ports are commonly available, deployed and affordable today and will continue to be massively deployed in the near future. To answer the strong desire to manage UHD 4K and UHD 8K content in a practical and costeffective way on this existing infrastructure, a high-quality UltraHD mezzanine compression is needed. TICO is a new compression technology, recently submitted to the SMPTE, and based on a market-driven research for lightweight compression. It

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aims to be utilised to enable a mezzanine 4K/8K workﬂow up to 4:1 compression with no effect on quality and latency: it is visually lossless with only a few pixel lines of latency. TICO enables users to map 4K over a single 3G-SDI, or 10GbE link: it offers a smart infrastructure upgrade to 4K at an equivalent price and complexity than existing baseband HD operations. With its pixellines-based-latency, it is easy to combine TICO with all existing transport schemes. Moreover, the compression is extremely tiny in FPGA using no external DDR memory and only a few logic resources. The industry is moving on to what is sure to be one of the biggest technology trends over the next ﬁve-plus years. intoPIX mezzanine compression technologies are great

VideoPlex4 creates individually shaped videowalls BLACK BOX NETWORK SERVICES

Gaël Rouvroy CTO, intoPIX examples of how we can push the boundaries and contribute towards the move to full IP infrastructure supporting HD but also 4K and 8K.

Stand: 10-K121

The VideoPlex4 4K Video Wall Controller is a stand-alone display wall controller that enables users to create individually shaped wall designs for displaying real-time video across four or more screens. It can input Ultra HD resolution images and output them via DVI or analogue RGB. Output resolution and frame rate do not need to be related to the input. The entire image can be reproduced, or cropped regions of the image can be shown on each screen. The VideoPlex4 will optionally upscale and convert frame rates to each cropped region independently. Each output can also be freely mirrored or rotated to support creative mixes of landscape and portrait monitors. By enlarging video across several screens in a way that compensates for gaps between displays, the VideoPlex4 also creates natural, distortion-free videowalls. As a modular,

appliance-based system, it offers the advantages of quick setup with stability for 24/7 applications. There is no need to install any software on source equipment, just plug in the source devices and begin conﬁguring the matrix of screens using a client computer. It can be combined with other VideoPlex4 units to control and scale video on more than four screens.

Stand: 10-P148

Shape shifter: The new Black Box VideoPlex4 controller

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Total Control goes mobile URC iOS and Android apps for smartphones and tablets are being demonstrated by URC. Both apps can be downloaded free of charge and installed in the user’s mobile device of choice, and are available now. Using these apps, URC says that users can leverage the power of iPhones, iPads and all manner of Android mobile devices by turning them into handheld controllers for URC Total Control home automation systems, controlling music, video, lights, security systems and more in new and easier ways. While at the office or away on vacation, users can turn on lights, adjust temperature and more, while the app’s new shortcuts enable users to add favourite devices. Tapping the powerful Android features Now Playing and Now

Playing+ widgets, Android users can access information about their home automation system directly from the phone or tablet home screen faster. These provide instant viewing of important things about the home system without opening the app. “For the ﬁrst time, Total Control users can now create multiple proﬁles to allow for

easy control of multiple homes or properties. And each proﬁle can be password protected,” said Cat Toomey, director of marketing at URC. “These apps deliver all of the functionality found in dedicated URC remotes and keypads, and provide the same familiar URC consumer-friendly graphical interface.”

Stand: 1-M16

Handheld control: Remote home automation control apps are available for Android, iOS

UHBX-8X converts HDMI to HDBaseT HALL RESEARCH Announced only weeks before ISE 2015 opened its doors, the UHBX-8X from Hall Research is a 1RU device that converts eight HDMI inputs to corresponding HDBaseT outputs for extension to 150m (500ft) using UTP (Cat5e/6) cables. The extender supports HDCP, Deep Color, CEC, and 4K resolution. The HDBaseT outputs can be directly connected to displays equipped with HDBaseT inputs or any of the various receivers from Hall Research, including the UH-1BT-R or the PoH-powered UHBX-R-PD that also provides RS-232 and IR extension. The UHBX-8X includes IP

Octo conversion: The UHBX HDMI to HDBaseT converter is also available as a 4-port version (Ethernet) and RS-232 ports for control. Using these ports, the user can address and send RS-232 or IR commands to any of the receivers to control the display. Eight IR emitter ports are provided on the UHBX-8X that can be used to control multiple sources connected to the UHBX-8X. The extender is constructed as a 1RU rack-mountable unit

and has a built-in power supply. To send power over HDBaseT (PoH) to compatible receivers, an optional 48V power supply is required. LED indicators on the front panel show Link, HDCP, Long Reach, and Power status for each output. The extender is also available as a 4-port version, Model UHBX-4X.

Stand: 3-A130

Draco KVM extenders ascend to 4K IHSE New Draco vario Dual Link DVI and DisplayPort KVM extenders for 4K video have been launched by IHSE. They support the transmission of video resolutions up to 4096 x 2160 at 30Hz or 2560 x 2048 at 60Hz over a single CatX or fibre cable and include high-spec digital audio, RS-232 and USB-HID extension for interactive applications. The extenders can be used in pairs to extend signal transmission to 140m with CatX cable or 10km with fibre. They are compatible with all Draco tera KVM matrix switches, allowing integrators to build extremely flexible video and data

distribution networks with any gesture-controlled installations, number of connections up to 576 no matter how far the display is ports. located from the source and with “With the anticipated arrival of no off-putting user delay,” said 4K displays in the professional IHSE managing director Enno AV market, these new extenders Littmann. meet the need for robust, reliable Stand: 10-R120 signal extension at the highest level of audio and image quality. Their ability to interface with remote displays, user terminals and workstations incorporating USB-HID devices make them ideal for touchscreen, facial recognition, Hidden Europe: KVM extenders are ideal for remote interactive card-reading and display as at EU’s Parlamentarium

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A A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd 9-F104 Aavara Innovation Corp. .......................10-K122 ABLETECH CO., LTD.................................. 8-F275 Absen GmbH.............................................. 11-F52 ABtUS Singapore PTE Ltd .........................4-R18 Aconcept Pro Media................................. 1-P110 Active Audio ............................................... 3-C128 ActiveMe ...............................................8-R312 ACUSTICA ....................................................7-V210 AD Series Displays Manufacturing....8-K340 ADA – Audio Design Associates ..............1-P58 Adam Hall GmbH...................................... 7-F190 Adamson Systems Engineering ........... 7-K187 Adder Technology..................................... 9-D100 Adelto Ltd. .................................................. 7-D173 Adeo Screen sp. z o.o.- Adeo Group Spa- Screen Research .............................. 1-N80 Advantech Europe B.V. ............................ 8-K190 ADWINDOW ...................................................3-C82 AED Group .................................................. 3-A110 AEQ .......................................................7-W195 AF Electronics GmbH & Co. KG ................ 5-V90

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AGATH............................................................ 4-U30 AHA INC CO.,LTD. ...................................... 8-E360 AHA-Systeme ............................................8-N265 AIM INC. .................................................7-X218 Aimline ..................................................7-F212 Airgoo Wireless Media ............................ 8-K271 AJA Video Systems .................................. 8-R245 Akasa (Europe) Ltd................................... 8-D245 AKG ................................................................... 1-F6 Albrecht JUNG........................................... 12-E86 ALC NetworX ............................................ 7-W210 Alcons Audio..............................................6-N148 Alcorn McBride Inc....................................7-V225 ALFALITE ....................................................8-N275 Alkor Draka...........................................11-D95 AMC Baltic .....................................................2-A50 Amina Technologies Ltd. ...........................1-P19 Ampetronic ................................................ 11-C82 Amphion Loudspeakers Ltd. .................5-U118 Amptec .................................................. 7-V240 AMX ................................................................... 1-F6 ANALOG WAY .............................................11-H58 ANDSIGN ................................ 8-F353, 8-F354 Anevia ...................................................11-C65 ANFLEDS ....................................................8-M318 Anoto ........................................................... 8-K350 Antiference Ltd ................................... 6-M160 ANTRICA ........................................................1-E68 Anxin Science and Tech. Co., LTD ......... 9-G135 AOPEN Europe ........................................10-P142

AOTO ............................................................ 11-K56 APANTAC...................................................10-S114 APEX ......................................................11-F90 AptoVision ................................................10-S122 Aquavision...................................................5-V115 Arbor Media ............................................... 1-E114 ARCH............................................................ 11-C90 Archwave ..............................................7-S186 Arclite Optronics Corp................................4-S68 Armagard ...................................................8-M182 Armybeat Electronic Co., Ltd..............7-C230 ArphoniA.....................................................7-H195 Artcoustic ....................................................7-X185 Arthur Holm..................................9-D122, 2-A42 Artixium ......................................................8-H180 ArtSound – House of Music ................... 5-R100 Asheridge Communications .................. 7-E160 Ashly Audio ................................................ 11-C84 ASL Intercom B.V. ..................................... 7-E220 Ateis Europe B.V........................................7-N190 ATEN ..........................................................10-R136 Atlas Sound................................................ 7-C190 Atlona .......................................................... 7-P180 Attero Tech ................................................. 7-P170 AUDAC ........................................................... 4-U35 Audicom MEA ............................................ 1-P110 Audinate ...............................................7-W190 Audio-Technica LTD.................................. 3-C130 AudioControl .............................................. 5-R112 AudioPressBox............................................... 1-P3

Audioprof NV – Apart Audio................... 1-P115 Audipack ........................................1-F40, 8-N333 Audix Corporation .......................................1-E66 Auluxa Automation ..............................12-B75 Auro Technologies ............................... 7-V185 Aurora Multimedia ...................................... 4-T18 AUTONOMIC ..........................................7-R164 AV EMEA BV ............................... 5-R128, 5-S126 AV INDUSTRY ................................................2-A65 AV Magazine .................................................1-Q90 AV News ...................................D406, F002, F003 AV Solutions Meeting Point ................DL-120 AV Stumpﬂ ............................... 1-H3, 1-H6, 1-N1 AV-iQ ............................................................ 7-A160 AV-LEADER CORPORATION.................7-X230 AVANZA Corporation ...........................8-H322 AVE GmbH.............................................7-A230 AVer Information Europe BV.................. 9-B129 AVerMedia Technologies, Inc. ..............10-Q114 Avers Screens Sp. z.o.o............................. 4-U60 AVEX............................................................. 3-A137 AVI-SPL ....................................................... 9-B119 Avitech......................................................... 9-G118 AVNation ...............................................7-R160 Avnet Embedded ...................................... 8-E265 AVNu Alliance Pavilion ..............................1-M43 Avolites Media ........................................... 8-K300 AVProAlliance............................................6-M178 Axeos ........................................................... 9-A115 AXIUM .......................................................... 5-S126

FLOORPLANS & EXHIBITORS B B-Tech International Ltd. ...........................4-R60 B&K Braun .................................................. 7-C195 Baanto International Ltd......................... 8-E330 Bachmann GmbH & Co. KG .......................2-A42 Baldwin Boxall Communications ......... 11-C69 Bang & Olufsen a/s ................ 7-W170, 7-W180 Baobaz...................................................8-D328 Barco ..............................11-F78, 11-H75, 2-A42 Barix AG .....................................8-M245, 8-M250 Barnﬁnd Technologies ............................ 11-D58 barox Kommunikation GmbH..............10-R122 Barth Acoustic........................................... 11-C80 Basalte ........................................................ 7-Q185 Basictech Co., Ltd. .................................... 8-F312 Basys GmbH ..............................................8-H200 Bauer Digital.........................................8-D215 Beabloo ..........................................................8-E310 Beale Street Audio ................................... 1-P85 Beijing JS Technology Co., Ltd .............9-A100 Beijing KENSENCE Technology Development Co., Ltd .............................. 10-K139 Beijing KXWELL Technology Co., Ltd. . 6-M162 Beijing Tricolor Technology Co., Ltd...................... ............................................................ 2-A53, 3-C112 BENE AG .................................Business Lounge BenQ Europe B.V. ...........................................4-R50 beyerdynamic GmbH & Co KG................... 1-M95 Biamp Systems...........................................1-M100 Bitvu.........................................................8-K325 Bkav Corporation ................................... 12-C78 Black Box Network Services ................. 10-P148 Blackmagic Design .....................................7-C170 Blue Jeans Network ...................................9-A129 Blustream ...............................................12-A76 BMB Electronics B.V.................................................. ..................... 1-M16, 1-P15, 1-P19, 1-P85, 1-Q20 Bosch Security Systems B.V....................... 3-A81 BOSE ...............................................................7-P190 Boston GmbH..........................................8-H340 Bowers & Wilkins (B&W)......................... 10-K114 BOX IT Design ...............................................8-R200 Braehler ICS AG ............................................. 3-A75 BRAND TOUCH........................................8-H365 BRAUN Phototechnik GmbH.....................8-K310 Braunschweiger system elektronik GmbH.......................................................8-K275 BrightSign, LLC ..............................8-N250, 2-A42 BroadSign..................................................... 8-N245 Brompton Technology ................................11-K40 BSS Audio...........................................................1-F6 Business Source Solutions.................. 6-M158 BXB..................................................................3-A105

C C-Mark Audio................................................7-Q211 C&C Technic Taiwan Co., Ltd. ...................... 1-E72 C&T Solution Inc...........................................8-D230 C21 Systems – Netaudio Streaming....8-D345 Cabasse .........................................................5-U116 Cablesson........................................................4-U24 Cabletime Ltd – IPTV ............................... 10-P116 Calibre UK Ltd ................................................4-U64 Cambridge Consultants ............................... 2-E60 Cambridge Sound Management .......... 10-R126 Canon Europe LTD......................................... 1-F72 Canton ............................................................5-R100 Casio Europe GmbH...................................... 4-S56 CAT – California Audio Technology ........... 5-S92 CAYIN Technology Co., Ltd. ........................8-F235 Caymon ............................................................4-U35 CEDIA ..................................................... 1-F7, 1-F21 celexon Germany GmbH & Co. KG..............4-V34 Central China Display Labs ..................8-K320 Ceymsa Audiovisual, S.A. ..........................3-A117 Chainzone Technology (Foshan) Co. Ltd.............................................................9-F130 Changsheng Special Lighting............... 8-F345 Chengdu Logistics and Trading Investment Co. Ltd ..................................... 1-N5 Chevrier Technologies .............................. 1-N103 CHIAYO............................................................3-D144 Chief / Projecta / Da-Lite ............................ 2-C42 Christie .............................................................1-H50

CINEAK ............................................................. 5-S92 CinemaTech .................................................... 4-S70 Cisco ...............................................................9-C121 Citygrow Energy Systems.........................12-E70 Clear-Com .....................................................7-S225 ClearOne .......................................... 3-A106, 2-A42 clearvoice-systems GmbH .......................7-F191 Cleerline Technology Group .....................5-S100 CLF Lighting..................................................7-K182 Click Effects ..................................................9-D160 Clockaudio Limited .....................................11-C60 Cloud Electronics Ltd ................................ 6-H152 CloudCasting Corporation .........................8-E362 Cnlinko ....................................................11-N50 Coda Audio GmbH .......................................7-S220 Colebrook Bosson Saunders ................ 11-F51 Collabora .......................................................11-E61 Color-Space (Beijing) Science & Technology Limited ....................................................8-H105 Colorlight ................................................ 8-E320 Colum Electronics Ind. Corp. ....................3-A111 Comm Product Technologies .....................4-R76 COMM-TEC GmbH.......................................... 2-A42 CommandFusion .........................................12-C80 Commercial Solutions Theatre ..............8-M370 Community Professional Loudspeakers .............................................7-M190 CONCEPT International GmbH ................ 8-N265 Conen mounts ........................................... 10-R130 Connessioni ..................................................7-F216 Contacta Systems Ltd ...........................7-R235 Control4 ......................................................10-N114 Coolux GmbH................................................1-F120 Cordial GmbH ...............................................7-F220 Core Brands ....................................................1-N70 Corepixx Srl ........................................... 6-M154 Coretronic Corporation .........................8-H187 Cornered Audio ......................................7-Q170 Corning Incorporated .................................8-E173 Cosento BV ......................................................5-U92 Cotina Co., Ltd...............................................11-C81 Covid ..................................................................4-V68 Craneworks Ltd...................................... 8-E318 CreateLED Electronics Co., Ltd. .............. 11-H20 Creator Corporation China ....................... 8-N330 Crestron .................................2-C24, 2-E24, 2-E36 Crown ..................................................................1-F6 Crystal Display Systems Limited ...........8-M252 CTOUCH Europe ...........................................1-F100 Cuanbo ............................................................. 2-E70 CUE, a.s. ........................................................ 1-N110 Current Audio ................................................. 1-P18 Custom Home Europe .................................. 1-P58 CYP (UK) Ltd ....................................................4-U65

D D-BOX Technologies Inc............................... 1-P58 D-Tools, Inc. ..................................................... 1-P58 D.A.S. Audio..................................................7-M178 d&b audiotechnik ........................................7-C175 D3C ..................................................................7-P175 Da-Lite.............................................................. 2-C42 Dakanimo GmbH .................................... 12-C92 Daktronics .................................... 8-N181, 8-N184 Dali A/S ......................................................... 11-N53 Dan Dugan Sound Design .........................7-C174 Data Display Group ..................................10-N129 Datapath LTD ................................................11-E57 Datasat Digital Entertainment Ltd .......... 7-V180 Dataton...........................................................11-F80 DATEQ............................................................. 7-T178 dbx........................................................................1-F6 Deepsky...................................................8-D265 Delta Electronics Inc...................................9-F111 Deltacast. TV........................................... 8-E210 DEMCO CSI ....................................................8-E185 Densitron ................................................8-N335 Dexon Systems Ltd. ....................................3-C120 Digital Forecast Co., Ltd ........................ 8-F340 Digital Projection ........................................... 1-F60 DigiTech...............................................................1-F6 dimedis GmbH .............................................8-F245 DirectOut Technologies ......................... 7-V245 Displax........................................................... 8-H252

Display Development ................................... 1-P58 Display LED Screens Ltd. ..........................11-K40 DISPLAYMEDIA.............................................8-E187 DIVUS................................................................5-U92 DNH Loudspeakers.................................. 10-R146 dnp denmark .....................................1-Q14, 2-A42 DoIT Technology...........................................8-R360 Dolby Laboratories ................................ 7-X170 domeprojection.com..................................11-M40 Domonetio .....................................................12-B71 DPA Microphones ........................................ 7-V240 Draper, Inc. ..................................................... 1-M70 DSplay by CYBERSTREAM ........................8-E270 DVDO................................................................. 1-P58 DVIGear, Inc. .................................................... 1-F44 Dynacord ......................................................... 3-A81 DynaScan Technology Inc..........................11-P64 DYSTEN ................................................... 8-E345

E Earthquake Sound ......................................5-S104 easescreen....................................................8-F180 easyLED ..................................................8-H115 ECEN Electronic Co., Ltd. ...........................3-A109 ECLER ............................................................ 7-H180 EDBAK ........................................................... 1-N120 Education Technology ................................8-R335 Eelectron................................................. 12-F82 EIKEO ..............................................................8-F320 EIKI INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD. .......................... 1-F42 Eilon Engineering.................................. 6-M152 EKINEX ....................................................12-B88 eKiosk GmbH ................................................8-K274 EKTA................................................................11-E52 ELAC Electroacustic GmbH.......................11-D36 ELAN .................................................................1-N70 Elation ............................................................11-F50 Electro-Voice................................................... 3-A81 Electrosonic ....................................................4-U25 Element One .................................................9-F129 Elivision...................................................8-R240 ELKO EP, s.r.o. .................................................1-Q10 ELMO Europe SAS .........................................4-R75 Elo Touch Solutions ....................................8-K227 Elsner Elektronik GmbH ............................12-C92 EMT Controls ................................................12-C92 Encoded Media UK Limited.......................11-D60 Ensemble Designs ......................................9-G132 Enterprise Channels MEA ........................ 8-H368 Epiphan Systems Inc. .................................9-D111 Epson Europe B.V. .........................................1-H75 Equipson SA.................................................7-M176 EQUITEL ........................................................ 8-H373 Essential Install, CE Pro Europe & Commercial Integrator Europe ............ 8-L390 ETC ..................................................................7-C220 Ethereal Home Theater .............................7-R165 Euromet srl ...................................11-P72, 11-P78 EuroNetwork Ltd.................................... 7-T217 Euroscreen Srl-Screenint .........................5-R110 Evertz...........................................................10-N146 EVN............................................................... 10-P155 EVS...........................................................8-H110 Expromo Europe A/S.................. 8-E171, 8-E180 Exterity Ltd....................................................11-E60 eyefactive GmbH .........................................8-K290 Eyestones LTD ................................................ 2-E71 eyevis GmbH................................................... 2-C66

F F&F Filipowski........................................12-B68 FACE................................................................7-C220 Famasete.........................................................1-Q72 Fasttel.............................................................7-P160 FBT Elettronica SpA...................7-M210, 7-N225 FENIX ............................................................. 7-H235 Fibar Group............................................. 12-E74 FIDA S.p.A......................................................8-E240 Fischer & Kerrn A/S ...................................8-R200 FlatFrog ........................................................ 8-H355 Floria ............................................................. 8-H330 Focus Touch ............................................8-H315 Fohhn Audio AG .......................................... 7-H179 Fonestar .................................................. 7-X200 Fonix Display ................................................11-E90

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GAOKE GmbH .......................................................4-V22 Garvan Acoustic................................................ 7-V170 Geemarc Telecom ...................................... 8-H100 Gefen .......................................................1-M45, 2-A42 Genee World ...................................................... 7-T190 Genelec ...............................................................3-C111 Gerriets GmbH .................................................... 3-C87 Giada................................................................... 8-N263 Gira Giersiepen GmbH & Co.KG ................... 7-N176 Global Cache Inc.............................12-B86, 2-A42 Global Display Solutions Spa ....................... 11-H47 GLUX ....................................................................11-F38 Goget AB ......................................................8-E338 GOLDKABEL GmbH ..........................................1-Q110 GONSIN Digital Equipment Corporation .....3-A139 Grassﬁsh Marketing Technologies GmbH.....................................................2-A42, 8-N250 GREAT Britain Pavilion ....................................11-D62 Great Hon. Enterprise Co., Ltd...................7-X215 Green Hippo .......................................................8-K305 Green-Go......................................................7-C235 GSD CO., LTD ............................................... 8-D330 Guangzhou ITC Electronic Technology Limited .........................................................7-V245 Guangzhou Shirui Electronics Co., Ltd.......8-M190 Guntermann & Drunck GmbH ...................... 8-N280 GWS Technology (shenzhen) Co., Ltd. .........8-H251

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Foreground LED Europe .................................8-F270 Foresight Sports Europe ................................ 7-T220 Fortress, Inc. ........................................................1-P58 Fortune Sun Electronic Fuzhou Co., Ltd .. 8-K330 Foshan Nation Star Optoelectronics Co. Ltd................................................................. 8-H273 Fougerolle ..........................................................3-B140 Four Winds Interactive ................................... 8-N185 FRANK AUDIO CO., LIMITED .......................7-T235 FSC ..........................................................................5-V92 FULL RI-AN CO., LTD ..................................8-M342 FURMAN ...............................................................1-N70 Fusion Research, Inc. ...................................10-N114 Future Automation ...........................10-K136, 2-A42 Future Ready Solutions ....................................1-P58 FUTUREROBOT Co., Ltd ............................. 8-D350

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HAGOR Products GmbH.................................. 11-F58 Haijie Charging Systems ......................1-E78, 1-E80 Haitian Electronic Technology Co., Ltd ..... 7-X220 Haivision .............................................................6-M174 Hall Research .................................................... 3-A130 Hangzhou ISmart Video Tech Co., LTD ........ 9-D158 Hangzhou Multi-Color Optoelectronics Co., Ltd................................................................. 8-R195 HangZhou Xianrui Digital Technology Co., Ltd..........................................................8-K315 HANK Electronics Ltd ................................ 7-W160 Hanshin International Ltd ..............................8-N200 Harman Professional ........................................... 1-F6 HB-Laserkomponenten .................................. 8-K225 HD Connectivity................................................. 5-R114 HDanywhere ................................................5-R114 HDBaseT Alliance/ VALENS .......................... 7-E190 HDL ...................................................................... 12-C85 Helvar ............................................ 12-B84, 12-C86 Hibino Corporation...................................... 8-F250 HiddenWires .........................................................1-Q35 Highlands Technologies Solutions.............10-P136 Hitachi Europe Ltd...............................................4-S34 HK Audio ..............................................................7-V220 Holdan Limited ........................................... 6-M164 Holocube..............................................11-C42, 11-C38 Home Cinema Modules................................... 5-S121 HPRC CASES ............................................... 7-W200 HTE – Home Theatre Environment .............. 7-Q180 Huawei Technologies Nederland B.V........... 9-B150 Huizhou DESAY Intelligent Technology Co.,Ltd.................................................................. 11-C63 Humantechnik................................................... 7-F214 HUMElab .............................................................8-H280

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5-U112

5-R112 5-R110

1-H100

5-U120

5-R114

1-M100

1-E108

3-A107

5-S124

1-Q - 115 1-Q115 1-H120

3-C115

5-S118

5-S123

5-V118

1-N1300

1-E112

3-C112 3-A110

3-A109

3-C119

5-S127 5-U130

5-S126 5-R120

1-P120

1-M122

3-C125

1-E117 1-E116

3-A120

5-R128 1-N1322

5-V115

3-C120

6-N150

1-F120 3-A122 3-A124

3-A111

6-M150 6-M152

3-C130

5-V100

3-C128

5-V96

3-A134

4-V60 4-V68

3-A137

3-A121

3-A127

3-A130

6-M158 6-M160

Res So

2-A24

2-C24

1-M20

2-E24

2-A25

1-P18 1-Q20

1-F21 1-F20

1-M16

1-H20

1-P155

4-U22

4-R24

1-P20

4-R18

4-T18

4-U19

4-U20

4-V22

4-U23

4-V18

1-P19 1-Q14

1-F7

1-F2

1-H2

1-H3

1-Q10

1-M2

1-H6

1-F6

1-N1

1-N3

1-N4

1-N55 1-P5 1-P3

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FLOORPLANS & EXHIBITORS

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Hall 7 7-C230

7-C235

7-D230

Residential Solutions

7-E230

7-H230 7-H235

7-K235

7-M235

7-M240

7-M250

7-P230

7-P235

7-R235

7-S230

7-T235

7-V240

7-V242

7-V245

7-W245

7-X230

7-X240

7-A240 7-X225

7-S225

7-A230 7-F218

7-E220

7-C220

7-M220

7-F220

7-N222 7-N225

7-P220

7-T220

7-S220

7-V220 7-V225

7-W220

7-X220

7-V215 7-V218

7-W215

7-X215

7-V210

7-W210

7-X210

7-Q215

7-H195

7-F191

7-F214

7-H190

7-C174 7-C175

7-E190

7-D177

7-N210

7-N215

7-P210

7-Q210

7-Q211

7-S215

7-T210

7-K187 7-H185

7-F190

7-M210

7-K182

7-T200

7-K185

7-D178

7-M190

7-M178

7-N190

7-P190

7-N187

7-H180

7-Q190

7-T180

7-S180

7-P180

7-D176

7-Q180

7-V190

7-S190 7-T190

7-S182

7-Q185

7-W200 7-W205

7-S178

7-T176

7-C165 7-C160

7-D175

7-H179

7-K175

7-M176

7-N176

7-D160 7-E160

US Pavilion

7-P170

7-S175 7-Q170

7-Q160 7-P160 7-Q165

7-R170

7-R160 7-R164

7-S170

7-R165

7-S163

7-T170

7-V170

7-T160

7-X205

7-X195

7-X185

7-W180

7-V180 7-T174

7-P175 7-D172

7-W190

7-V185

7-D173

7-C170

7-V212

7-K190

7-F192

7-C195 7-C190

7-H200

7-X218

7-X200

7-F212

7-T215

7-X190

7-F210

7-T217

7-Q212

7-W195

7-C210

7-P212

7-T178

7-C205

7-F217

7-S186

7-F216 7-F215

7-V173

7-V160

7-X180

7-W170

7-V165

7-W160

7-X170

7-X160

7-Z160

6-M178 6-M180

IAdea Corporation.......................................8-H325 IBASE Technology Inc. ..................................... 8-K210 iBoardTouch Limited ................................10-P144 ic audio GmbH ................................................... 7-Q210 ICAN ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD ................................................................ 7-T174 ICE Cable Systems ..............................................2-E40 ID-AL by Waves System.................................. 8-E305 IDK Corporation................................................. 9-C111 Iemke Roos Audio b.v. ..................................... 3-C128 ihiji ......................................................................10-N114 IHSE ...................................................................10-R120 iiyama ................................................................10-K146 ILS ..............................................................1-E78, 1-E80 IMECON ENGINEERING ................................... 8-E225 Improve ................................................................8-L395 in-akustik............................................................5-U110 InAVate ...................................................................1-Q35 INDOTA – Notebook & tablet charging carts system ..........................1-E78, 1-E80 Inﬁnitus ...............................................................8-M200 Inﬁtec GmbH .........................................................4-U23 InfoComm International.............11-N100, 12-N100 InFocus Corporation ........................................ 9-C140 INGRAM MICRO ...............................................10-K150 Inmusic Europe Ltd.......................................... 9-F146 INNES ..................................................................8-H220 Innovative Europe .......................................DL-230 Inputech Signage GmbH ............................ 8-F360 Installation ..........................................................7-X195 INSTALLOG...................................................5-U108 INTEGRA PDU ..............................................11-D63 Intel Corporation .........................................8-K182 Inter-M................................................................. 7-D177 Interactive Voting System bv ............................2-A55 Interspace Industries ...................................... 9-F106 intoPIX ...............................................................10-K121 IntraHouse ...................................................12-B70 InventDesign...................................................... 11-D93 Invidis Consulting GmbH .....................................F102 Invixium, Inc .....................................................10-N114 iRidium mobile .................................................. 12-C86 iRoom GmbH ........................................................5-U72 ISCE..................................................................... 7-W245 ISE Commercial Solutions Theatre..............8-M370 ISE Residential Solutions Theatre ................7-Z160 ISEMcon GmbH............................................ 7-V215 iSimplex .............................................................. 12-B94

J James Bradley .................................................. 7-K175 James Loudspeaker .........................................7-X180 JAVA Technologies Co., Ltd. ............................7-V212 JAVS .............................................................8-K335

2015

JBL Professional .................................................1-F6 Jetway Information Co., Ltd.........................8-H196 Jiangsu Baihong Audio Video Technology Co., Ltd...................................8-E315 Jiangsu CnLamp Optoelectronic Technology Co., Ltd ..........................................4-U62 JM Supplies ...............................................8-R300 Jocavi................................................................. 7-T210 JoeCo .................................................................7-K190 Jones Designs .............................................1-P58 JTS PROFESSIONAL CO., LTD.....................7-W220 Jupiter Systems................................................ 2-A52 Just Add Power................................. 5-R114, 2-A42 Just Lamps LTD ..............................................1-H100

K K-array ..............................................................7-P235 KAUBER ............................................................7-N187 KEF / GP Acoustics GmbH ...........................11-C66 Kelly International Corp. ..........................8-N318 Kenzan........................................................8-E370 Kern & Stelly Medientechnik GmbH ............ 1-Q75 Key Digital ........................................................5-S123 Kindermann GmbH ..........................................1-M80 Kindwin Opto Electronic (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd...............................................................11-C52 Kinglight.....................................................8-H240 Kiosk Solutions GmbH & Co. KG ..............8-E361 KIRRON light components GmbH & Co KG3-A121 Kiss Box bv .......................................................3-D140 Kling & Freitag GmbH...................................7-W215 Klotz A.I.S.........................................................7-M240 KNX ....................................................................12-C92 Konka Video & Communication...................11-P58 Kramer Electronics Ltd................................... 1-F20 Krika ...........................................................12-C70

L Lab.gruppen ...................................................... 5-R92 Lang AG...............................................................1-N53 Laserworld AG ................................................8-K225 Lawo AG...........................................................7-W210 LDA Audio Tech ..............................................7-M220 Leaf Europe................................................... 10-N114 Lectrosonics, Inc.............................................7-D175 LED Screens Direct ...................................8-N240 Ledcon Systems GmbH ............................8-H357 LedGo Sales BV...............................................8-K240 Ledman Optoelectronic Co., Ltd .............. 10-S124 Legamaster International B.V. ................. 10-P130 Lenbrook ..........................................................11-N53 Leon Speakers, Inc........................................... 1-P58 Leviton................................................................. 1-Q20 LEX SYSTEM ....................................................8-E215 Lexicon ...................................................................1-F6

LG Electronics .................................................11-K75 Lifecycle Solution Finance Ltd ................8-H130 Lifedomus ........................................................12-A89 Lifesize – A division of Logitech .................9-C131 Lightking ...........................................................11-P65 Lightware .........................................................3-A124 LINDY ................................................................. 7-T200 Linkx Electronics Co., Ltd ........................ 7-V242 Linsn Technology............................................11-N40 Linso ..................................................................8-H300 Lion Data Europe ............................................8-D290 Listen Technologies ......................................... 3-C89 Lite Puter ...................................................8-H135 Lithoss...............................................................7-Q165 Lotusline France.............................................7-H195 Loxit Ltd. ...........................................................9-G120 Luidia Inc. .........................................................8-H375 Lumens Digital Optics Inc. ................1-H95, 2-A42 Lumi ...................................................................7-P210 Lumi Legend Corporation .............................. 1-F69 Luminex NV......................................................7-C220 Lutron .................................................................. 4-R56 Luxibel........................................................7-X225 LUXUL................................................................5-S126

M M.R. LED............................................................11-F55 MACROBLOCK, INC. ...................................8-H350 Magewell Capture Products ...........................4-V54 Marani ........................................................7-H195 Marshall Electronics......................................11-F53 Martin .....................................................................1-F6 Martin Audio ....................................................7-K175 Mass Fidelity................................................. 10-N131 Matrox Electronic Systems GmbH .............11-F68 Maverick ............................................................. 5-S82 MBL Akustikgeraete GmbH & Co. KG ........7-S182 mdtMedientechnik .........................................8-H184 Media Facade.............................................8-N182 Media Sprint – Joachim Gulba GmbH & Co.KG....................................................4-V35 Media Vision.....................................................3-A118 Medialon SA ....................................................... 2-A42 MediaScreen GmbH.......................................11-P66 Mediasite by Sonic Foundry .......... 3-A134, 2-A42 MEGAPOWER INDUSTRIAL LTD ..................11-P73 Merging Technologies ...................................7-C160 Merit Lelin UK Ltd........................................ 10-N114 Meyer Sound......................................................1-M90 Microsoft ....................................................8-K355 Middle Atlantic Products .................... 1-M2, 2-A42 MIPRO ................................................................7-C205 Mitsubishi Electric Europe .. 2-A24, 2-A25, 2-A36 (mn) medianet ......................................1-E78, 1-E80

MMT GmbH & Co. KG .....................................8-H310 Mode Lighting..................................................5-S118 Mode-AL ............................................................. 1-Q65 ModernSolid Industrial Co., Ltd. .................9-D120 ModulIT .............................................................5-U108 Mondiale Publishing Ltd ...............................7-S230 Monitor Audio Ltd. ..........................................5-R117 Morel .......................................................... 7-V218 Morpheus .................................................. 6-M172 MOX Home & Building Intelligence ............12-B93 MSTR Brand ...............................................8-H150 MTE Inc. ......................................................8-H120 MTX ....................................................................7-S178 Multi-Caisses Inc ............................................3-A107 Multibrackets Europe AB..............................11-F58 MultiTaction......................................9-F137, 9-G140 Multivision Screens ......................................... 3-C82 Murraypro ..................................................11-D64 MUSAIC .............................................................5-R128 Music & Lights S.r.l. .......................................7-S215 MuxLab..............................................................1-N130 MyProjectorLamps ...........................................4-V60

N NAC Sound .................................................7-S170 Nanolumens ............................................. 8-M310 NAUTILUS .........................................................8-E364 Navitar...............................................................11-C58 Navori ...............................................................8-M210 NB AV Mount ..............................................8-K280 NDS (Net Display Systems BV) ...................8-F240 NEAR.......................................................... 6-M170 NEC Display Solutions..................................... 4-R24 Neets..................................................................3-C119 Nestor Company .......................................8-H125 Neutrik AG ........................................................6-N152 New Invor .......................................................... BK026 NewHank Quality AV Products....................7-N215 Newline Interactive, Inc........................... 8-M330 NewStar ..............................................................5-U86 Nexcom Europe Limited ...............................8-E250 Nexio Co., Ltd ...................................................8-D220 NEXO S.A...........................................................3-C128 Nexus21 Concealment Systems ...............1-P58 Nexxt Solutions GmbH & Co. KG..............8-H380 Nicolaudie ..................................................7-P230 Niles .....................................................................1-N70 Ningbo Plus and Popscreens Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. ...............8-H352 Niveo Professional ............................................5-V74 nomos system AG .....................................12-A86 NovaStar ...........................................11-H31, 11-C68 NoviSign .....................................................8-K395 Novus Dahle.....................................................7-D160

FLOORPLANS & EXHIBITORS

8-H375

8-E375 8-E368 8-E370 8-E365

8-H380

8-K395 8-L390 8-K390

8-H370

8-H368

8-H373

8-F370

8-H360

8-H365

8-M370

8-D350

8-E362

8-D345

8-E360

8-E363 8-E361

8-F360

8-H356 8-H355

8-H357

8-F355

8-F350 8-F345

8-E345 8-E338

8-R360

8-F354

8-H352

8-F353

8-H345

8-M355

8-K355

8-F336 8-K340

8-F334

8-F332

8-D330

8-H330

8-E330

8-F330

8-H325

8-E320

8-F320

8-H318

8-R355

8-H350

8-F340

8-E335

8-D329

8-L395

8-H362

8-E364

8-D352

8-D335

Opticomm-EMCORE.........................................................10-K123 Opticon Sensors Europe B.V. ...........................................8-N230 OPTIMUS ..................................................................... 6-M156 OPTO TECH CORPORATION ..............................................8-H195 Optocore ............................................................................... 7-K175 Optoma Europe ......................................................................1-F70 Optowell Co., Ltd ............................................................2-E64 Oray / Erard Pro ....................................................................3-C82 Origin Acoustics .......................................................... 5-S123 OutClass................................................................................5-R120 Outline ......................................................................... 7-W205

Digital Signage

Hall 8 8-D355

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8-K350

8-H343 8-H340

8-M342 8-M338 8-M340 8-M336

8-K335

8-N340 8-N338 8-N335 8-N333

8-R335

8-K325 8-K330

8-M330

8-N330

8-R328

8-K320

8-M326

8-N320

8-R320

8-D328 8-D320

8-E318

8-H322

8-F315

8-E315

8-K315

8-D305 8-F310

8-R310 8-N318

8-E305

8-N317

8-H300

8-F300

8-E300

8-R312

8-M318

8-K310

8-H310

8-K305

8-D300

Free WIFI Zone

8-H315

8-F312

8-E310

Park Foyer

8-M310

8-K300

8-R305

8-N315

8-R300 8-D290

8-T300

8-K290

8-E280 8-F275

8-E275

8-E270

8-E265

8-F270

8-H275

8-H280

8-H272

8-H273

8-N280

8-K275

8-N275

8-K280

8-N265

8-K272 8-K271 8-K270

8-H265

8-K274

8-N263

8-D265 8-H252 8-E250

8-F250

8-D250 8-D245

8-H251

8-M252 8-H253

8-H240

8-F240

8-H200

8-K240

8-F220

8-M230

8-H215

8-N225 8-M225

8-H198

8-E213

8-F208

8-E201 8-E200

8-H195

8-H196

8-N215 8-M210

8-K210

8-H187

8-E190

8-E171

8-E187 8-E185 8-E180

8-K205

8-E173

8-R195 8-N186

8-F170

8-M182

8-K182

8-K170

O Oblong Industries ......................................................................... 9-B102 OEMKIOSKS | PARTTEAM GROUP .......................................................8-E245 Ohm (UK) Ltd ........................................................................................... 7-D230 Okayo Electronics., LTD..........................................................................3-C140

2015

8-N185

8-M190 8-H180

NSG Group ..................................................................................... 8-D352 NTi Audio AG .............................................................................................1-E117 NUVO...............................................................................................................1-M2

8-N200

8-M200

8-H184

8-F180

8-R205

8-R200

8-K190 8-D185

8-N210

8-H190 8-F195

8-R235

8-R232

8-H220 8-K225

8-E215

8-R240

8-N230 8-N227

8-K227

8-D218

8-E210

8-N242 8-N240

8-M240

8-H230

8-F230

8-D205

8-R245

8-M245 8-N245

8-F235

8-E225

8-N250

8-F245

8-D230

8-D215

8-M250

8-F248 8-E245 8-E240

8-D220

8-K250

8-L170

8-M180

8-N184

Park Entrance F

8-R190 8-R185

8-N182

8-N180

8-N181

Omnitapps Multi-Touch Software .......................................................8-F230 One Digital Solutions Ltd ..............................................................8-E318 One Display Solution .................................................................... 8-R360 One Systems............................................................................................ 7-D176 Onelan Ltd. ................................................................................................8-F208 ONUMEN ....................................................................................................8-F248 Ophit Co. Ltd........................................................................................... 10-K125 Opticis Co. Ltd.............................................................................................4-U20

P5 ........................................................................................... 12-C83 Packet Ship Technologies ................................................ 11-E59 Pakedge Device&Software inc........................................5-U106 Pallas Shanghai ................................................................10-K135 Pan Acoustics GmbH ..........................................................7-X210 Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH ................................1-P20 Panasonic System LSI ......................................................8-N242 PanConnect s.r.o. ................................................................ 8-F180 Parasound ............................................................................5-R128 PASO SPA ............................................................ 7-M210, 7-N225 PASS-Medientechnik.........................................................7-H230 PCP Solution ........................................................................8-R235 Peavey Electronics.................................................. 2-A60, 2-A70 Peerless-AV .........................................................................11-H70 Penn Elcom ...............................................................................1-P5 PeTa Bearbeitungstechnik GmbH .....................................2-A30 Pexip AS................................................................................ 9-A106 Philips Signage Solutions ..............................................10-N132 Phoenix Audio Technologies............................................ 9-A128 Pico Genie (Personal Projector)................................ 11-E58 Picturall Ltd ......................................................................... 9-C111 Pivitec .....................................................................................7-V240 Planar Systems .....................................................................3-A80 PNY ............................................................................... 8-E280 Pointmaker .......................................................................... 9-F106 POLAR audio............................................................... 6-M150 Polycom ................................................................................ 9-A135 PowerCreator ...................................................................... 9-B135 POWERSOFT ........................................................................ 7-K175 Prase ..................................................................................... 1-P120 PresTop Products ...............................................................8-D250 Primare AB ..........................................................................11-D36 Prime Quality............................................................... 7-V160 Prismaﬂex International ..................................................8-D185 Pro Audio Stash .................................................................. 5-S120 Pro Control ..............................................................................5-R78 Pro Display .........................................................................10-S125 Procab ..................................................................................... 4-U35 Procella Audio ....................................................................... 5-U92 ProDVX Europe BV ...........................................................10-K153 Proel Spa .............................................................................. 7-C210 Proﬁcient ................................................................................ 1-N70 Projecta....................................................................................2-C42 Prysm Inc.............................................................................. 11-E64 PTN Electronics Limited ................................................... 3-A115 PureDomotica............................................... 8-H155, 12-A92 PureLink GmbH .....................................................................1-Q60 purSonic GmbH..................................................................... 5-U92

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Halls 9 and 10

Free WIFI Zone

8-H100

Unified Communications

10-K153 10-N149

10-N151

10-P151

10-P155

10-K150

10-N150 10-K146

10-P148

10-N146

10-R146 9-A150

10-P144

10-K145

9-D160 9-D158

9-B150

9-F146

10-K139

10-R140

10-P142

10-K142

9-C143 9-A140 9-B140

9-C140

9-D141

9-F137

9-G140

10-K135

10-P136

10-N132

10-R136 10-S125

9-A132

10-N131

10-K122

9-A130

9-F130 9-G135

9-A135

9-A131

9-A128

10-K136

9-A129

9-B135 9-B129

10-K125

10-K120

10-N129

10-K118 10-P130

10-K123

9-C131

9-D129

9-F129

9-G132

10-R130

10-K121

10-R126 10-P122

9-A122

9-A121

9-D122 9-D120

9-B121

9-B119

9-C121

9-D115

10-K114

9-A104

10-R110 10-R116

10-P116

10-N114

10-S114

9-F111

10-P111

10-P115

10-Q114 10-R114

9-G118

9-A112 9-A111

9-B110

9-C111

9-D111

9-A102

9-B100 9-A100

9-B102

9-D100

9-F104

ATM

9-F106 11-N100

Q Q-Better Lda .................................................... 8-M180 QMotion Shades UK .........................................7-V190 QNAP Systems, Inc....... 12-A80, 10-N114, 8-D218 QOMO HiteVision..............................................11-H45 QSC Audio..........................................................7-H200 QSTECH ..............................................................11-K50 Quantum Data.............................................8-H140 Quarta.................................................................3-A137 QUBINO........................................................ 12-F74 Quested ..............................................7-Q160, 6-H148

R Radial, Primacoustic....................................... 7-C220 Radiant Europe ................................................ 8-E318 Rako Controls ..................................................... 1-P90 RAM Audio ..................................................7-K235 Rane Corporation ............................................ 7-F192 RASIKE ........................................................ 7-X185 Rational Acoustics ..................................... 7-V215 rAVe Europe ........................................................ 1-Q95 rAVe NOW....................................................1-Q100 RCF ......................................................................7-H185 RCS Audio Systems GmbH ....................... 7-F210 RDL Europe B.V. ...............................................7-K185 Realﬁction .........................................................8-K250 Redleaf ............................................................... 3-C115 reﬂecta gmbh ...................................................8-K310 Reliable Photonics (Shenzhen) Co.,Ltd ...... 5-S124 Relisound...........................................................7-A230 Renkus-Heinz ...................................................7-K175 Rent-All .......................................................7-K182 ReQuest Audio Switzerland AG ...................7-R170 Residential Solutions Theatre...................... 7-Z160 Retop LED Display Co., Ltd............................11-K36 Revolabs ............................................................9-D141 Revolution Acoustics .......................................7-T176 Revox GmbH .....................................................7-N176 Rextron Technology Inc................................10-P155 RGB Communications ..................................... BK024 RGB Spectrum ................................................. 3-C118 RGBlink .............................................................. 11-F36 Ricoh Company Ltd ....................................9-B110

2015

10-S122

10-S118

9-F115 10-K110

9-A106

10-R122

10-R112 9-G120

9-A118 9-A115

10-R120

10-S124

RIEDEL Communications ............................10-K118 RJS Electronics Ltd......................................... 11-E62 RME .....................................................................7-V 240 Rocketsign.........................................................8-H318 ROE Visual Co.,Ltd ........................................... 11-F40 Roland Systems Group ..................7-Q212, 7-Q215 Ron StageMaster............................................ 6-M152 Rosendahl Conceptkiosk ............................... 8-E275 RSF Europe ..........................................................4-V18 RSL and Partners BV..................................... 7-M250 RTI ......................................................................... 5-R78 RTS........................................................................ 3-A81 Russound............................................................. 1-P80 Rythmes & Sons .............................................. 7-E230

S S-Impuls Handels GmbH ..............................1-Q110 S. Siedle Söhne Telefon- und Telegrafenwerke OHG ...............................12-E80 Sahara Presentation Systems Plc ................ 4-U27 Salamander Designs Ltd................................. 1-Q70 SALZBRENNER STAGETEC MEDIAGROUP ...................................................7-N210 SAMIL CDS ..................................................8-D205 Samsung Display .............................................. 1-H20 Samsung Electronics ....................................... 1-H20 Sat & Sound ....................................................10-R110 Saubag ...............................................................8-K270 Savant Systems ...............................................12-B80 Saville Audio Visual ........................................9-A132 Scala ................................................................... 8-F195 Schnick-Schnack-Systems GmbH .............. 11-C55 SCP...................................................................... 5-S110 Screen Excellence...........................................6-H148 Screen Innovations ........................................... 1-P58 SCREEN-LED ................................................... 8-M240 ScreenLine ....................................................... 1-M122 SEADA Technology Ltd..................................... 2-A53 SECARTYS ......................................................... 7-X240 Seikaku Technical Group Ltd ........................7-Q190 Sennheiser.......................................................... 2-A45 SERI STYLU.................................................8-R305 Shanghai Goodview Electronic Co., Ltd...8-N215

Shanghai Mviewtech Co., Ltd. ......................8-R320 Shanghai Sansi Technology Co.Ltd..........8-E213 Sharp .................................................................. 11-E76 Shenzhen Auroled Tech. CO., LTD ............8-H343 Shenzhen BesdLED Co., LTD ........................8-N227 Shenzhen CAS VU Technologies Co.,Ltd. 10-N151 Shenzhen Chip Optech Co., Ltd ....................11-D30 Shenzhen CLT Led Technology Co., Ltd. .... 11-C34 Shenzhen DIANMING Tech. Co., Ltd ............ 8-E200 Shenzhen Dicolor Optoelectronics Co., Ltd............................................................... 11-M36 Shenzhen Eastar Electronic Co. Ltd ........... 11-C36 Shenzhen GCL Electronics Co., Ltd.............8-H275 Shenzhen Glare-LED Optoelectronic Co., Ltd......................................................... 8-F355 Shenzhen Gloshine Technology...................11-P60 Shenzhen Huahai Chengxin Electronic Display Technology Co., Ltd. ........................................ 11-C51 Shenzhen iBoard Technology Co., Ltd........ 11-C85 SHENZHEN INFILED ELECTRONICS CO.,LTD ............................................................... 11-C44 Shenzhen LAMP Technology Co., LTD ........11-H36 Shenzhen Leyard Opto-Electronic Co., Ltd11-P66 Shenzhen Liantronics CO., LTD ....................11-D44 Shenzhen Lightlink Display Technology Co., Ltd................................................................11-N50 Shenzhen Magnimage Technology Co., Ltd11-P45 Shenzhen Mountain A-Li Group Electronics Technology Co., Ltd....................................8-E335 Shenzhen Newstar Optoelectronics Co. Ltd................................................................. 11-E36 Shenzhen Q-Color Tech Co., Ltd ..................11-P40 Shenzhen Sage Opto Co.,Ltd ........................11-N33 SHENZHEN SAMS AV TECH CO., LTD ........... 1-N3 Shenzhen SBC Photoelectricity Co. Ltd. .... 11-F70 Shenzhen Skyview Photoelectric Co., Ltd11-E32 Shenzhen Sunrise Opto-Electronic Technology Co., Ltd................................................................8-R310 Shenzhen Uniview Led Co., Ltd ...11-C30, 8-H240 SHENZHEN VTEAM CO.,LTD ..........................11-P71 SHENZHEN YITELANG TECHNOLOGY CO.,LTD ....... .............................................................................. 8-E190

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Stay Online................................................. 8-M340 Stealth Acoustics.............................................5-R112 Steinway Lyngdorf ........................................10-P111 Stewart Audio...................................................7-P170 Stewart Filmscreen Europe ............................1-F50 Stinova Ltd ........................................................8-N265 Strategic......................................................8-N340 Stream-Plus ...............................................8-D335 Streamit BV....................................................... 8-F170 streamtvnetworks ..................................... 8-F332 Structured Cable Products Inc..................... 5-S110 Studer......................................................................1-F6 Sunﬁre.................................................................. 1-N70 SunVote Voting CO., LTD. ............................... 1-N4 SurgeX.................................................................7-T180 SVI ....................................................................... 7-X160 SVSi..................................................................... 7-F218 SWIT Electronics Co., Ltd ..........................7-A240 SY Electronics Ltd. ............................................ 4-U32 Symetrix, Inc. .................................................... 3-C128 Synergy SKY ...............................................9-A111 syscomtec Distribution AG ........................... 8-F180 system elektronik ......................................8-K275 Systemline .........................................................7-T160 SZ REACH TECH CO., LTD.................... 1-E56, 1-E58

T TAG c/o Audio SUD..........................................7-D178 Taiden Industrial Co., Ltd. ..............................3-A118 Taiwan CE-LINK Technology Limited.......8-H145 Tannoy Ltd. .......................................................... 5-R92 tasker .................................................................6-H132 Tau Audio Solutions ...................................................... ..11-C69, 11-C80, 11-C81, 11-C82, 11-C84, 1-E66 TC Group .............................................................. 5-R92 TCI GmbH........................................................... 12-C92 TDI Group..............................................................5-V96 Team SoftEx Inc..........................................8-N186 TeamMate .............................................................4-V72 Tecco .................................................................10-K145 Tech-IT PSF S.A..........................................8-K272 Techﬂex, Inc. .....................................................1-N132 Techﬂow ........................................................... 8-M230 Technolution B.V. ....................................... 11-M38 Technomad........................................................ 1-E116 TECO ............................................................ 12-F76 Telelogos........................................................... 8-M225

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Televic Conference .............................3-C125, 2-A42 Tempest Lighting, Inc ....................................... 4-U63 Tendzone Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd ..7-H190 Tense Top Design Switches BVBA............... 12-C92 The Music Marketeers ...................................8-D305 The Screen Works .......................................... 8-M338 Thinklogical.......................................................11-D46 Thinknx .......................................................12-C92 Thomas Regout International ..................... 11-M50 TIMAX ................................................................. 7-C220 Timelink Technology Co., LTD.......................8-R185 Tiny Green PC ................................................... 8-F315 TIO................................................................12-B82 Tiun Yuan Technology Co., Ltd .................. 8-F350 TM Audio ............................................................7-K175 TMB ..................................................................... 11-C67 TOA Europe .......................................................3-A120 Tobit.Software ............................................8-H345 Tonar & Allitone ..................................................4-V57 tonwelt professional media..........................8-N180 TOP-TEC .......................................................... 10-N150 TORUS POWER .................................................5-R128 Toshiba Europe GmbH ......................................4-S60 trackingThis................................................11-D61 Triad Speakers ................................................. 5-S102 Trinnov Audio ...................................1-N100, 6-H148 Tripleplay Services Ltd ..................................11-D68 TRIUMPH BOARD a.s..................................9-B140 trivum technologies GmbH............................. 5-U92 TruAudio ......................................................... 10-N114 TrueConf ............................................................9-A102 Truen ...........................................................8-E300 TSD Electronics Technology Co., Ltd .......... 8-F370 TSL Professional Products Ltd. ...................11-D66 TTL Network GmbH ........................................ 7-C165 Tul Corporation ................................................8-R232 TUTONDO........................................... 1-E108, 1-E112 TVOne ..................................................... 1-M45, 2-A42

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W Wacebo Europe Srl ....................................8-E368 Waterfall Audio ................................................5-U100 Wealleys Technology Co., Ltd. ......................5-U112 Wey Technology Ltd.................................. 8-M355 Wilhelm Rutenbeck GmbH & Co. KG........... 12-E86 Williams Sound ................................................3-A122 Wireworld..........................................................5-R128 Wisdom Audio ..................................................7-Q180 WizePanel.com.................................................8-R205 WolfVision GmbH...............................................1-M20 Worldwide Cable Opto. Corp ....................8-H198 WTECH......................................................... 12-F85 Wuxi Donghui Video Equipment Co., Ltd . 7-V173 WUXI LEXIN CO., LTD..........................................2-E52 WyreStorm Technologies ..............................5-U120

X Xantech ................................................................ 1-N70 XI-MACHINES High Performance Workstations ..............................................8-E280 Xiamen Prima Technology Inc..................8-R328 Xilica Audio Design .........................................7-N215 Xilinx INL.................................................... 8-M336 XPAND 3D ........................................................10-P115 XTA Electronics / MC2 Audio ........................ 7-S165

Y Yale................................................................... 10-N114 Yamaha Commercial Audio ............................ 2-A40 YDEA Tech (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd ................8-H272 Yealink.........................................................9-A122 YES TECH...........................................................8-H215 YESCO Electronics........................................... 8-F310 Yoga Electronics Co., Ltd........................... 7-X205 YSLV.............................................................7-S190 YUAN High-Tech Development Co., Ltd......8-H230

Z Z-Wave Alliance .........................................12-A74 ZeeVee ............................................................. 10-N149 Zhuhai Lenscen Electric Co., Ltd ....................1-E62 Zigen ....................................................................7-T170 ZonarSound ......................................................7-P220 ZTE Corporation...............................................9-B121 ZVOX Audio.........................................................5-V118 Zytronic ..............................................................8-H253

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First ISE appearance for Massio AMX

GUI goodness for PA, VA and BGM ATEÏS PAX ProAV Group’s newly designed Terra Manager with an intuitive graphical engine allows

all Terracom and Ateïs IDA8 and Diva PA and voice alarm systems to be monitored and controlled. Features include paging, message recording and text to speech.

Also on show is the Terra Server GUI aimed at streaming AoIP, especially background music or pre-recorded messages. It allows easy programming of

stream destinations via LAN or WAN, including a time scheduler for each individual Terra device or a global scheduler.

Stand: 7-N190

Appearing at ISE for the first time is the Massio ControlPad Series from AMX. The company claims it combines the installation flexibility and affordability of a wall- or lectern-mounted keypad, with the device and room control capabilities of a central controller. As a result, AMX believes that Massio is an ideal control interface for classrooms, conference rooms, or any room where simple device and environment control is needed in an equally powerful yet easy to manage user interface. The AMX Rapid Project Maker (RPM)-configured Massio ControlPads are available in six-button and eight-button configurations that each feature a built-in AMX Controller to give users the ability to control and automate room AV, lighting, HVAC and so on. Both models are also said to be extremely easy to navigate, with simple, LED-backlit pushbuttons that glow blue to indicate activity. Massio 8-Button ControlPads also include a rotary control knob with backlit level indicators to enable quick rotary adjustments of volume, lighting or other control aspects. Available in black or white, Massio’s design was inspired by AMX Modero X Series Touch Panels, allowing them to blend in to any décor, even executive boardrooms. Integrated PoE connectivity is said to simplify installation, eliminating the need for a separate power cable and making Massio connected devices instantly manageable. Massio ControlPads are also claimed to be as simple to configure as they are to use, as they can be configured using the AMX Rapid Project Maker (RPM) cloud-based configuration tool with no programming required. The company claims that, with RPM, integrating a Massio ControlPad with AMX Resource Management Suite (RMS) software for monitoring and maintenance takes less than a minute.

Stand: 1-F2, 1-F6

Button it: Massio ControlPads are available in six- and eight-button versions

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EXHIBITOR VIEW An overdue machine revolution Modern work must reflect the modern world and the modern people that inhabit it. That means connected, interoperable and real-time Over the next five years, the most important advances in computation will arrive in the form of human-machine interface: a new kind of UI that allows digital devices and systems to properly support sophisticated, collaborative business processes and professional workflows. The devices and interfaces we use today are focused on access to the ‘far content’ of the web and the ‘far computing’ of the cloud. These are the main commercial and technical innovations of the last 20 years. (And these backend components are indeed powerful and desirable.) But such prolonged attention to the web and cloud has allowed a temporary vacuum to form around what we might call the front end of professional

computing. So to ﬁll the vacuum is an opportunity! A proper professional computing system must be able to address lots of pixels all at once: if necessary an entire roomful of pixels, including displays on multiple walls and all the pixels that people bring with them on laptops and mobile devices, all joined together into a continuous, interoperable canvas. This is the scale of modern work. It must allow parallel control and manipulation from multiple participants at the same time, using a variety of different personal devices and input modalities. This is how modern people operate. It must be able to connect to other similar systems far away, to enable distributed design and engineering, analysis and synthesis, and real-time

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John Underkoffler CEO, Oblong Industries decision making. This is how the modern world runs. What makes all this work is a UI that prescribes underlying system architecture (instead of deriving from it), a UI that is immensely capable yet entirely natural, that feels like the real world, that is exhilarating to use. Companies that embrace this evolved way of working will gain an enormous competitive advantage. Let’s get to work.

The XS Series of multi-format matrix switchers is on display, offering a host of integrated video and audio conversion and switching capabilities. The XS Series features eight HDMI, RGB/Component/S-video/ Composite inputs and up to four HDMI or HDBaseT outputs with built in scalers to enable picturein-picture, resizing, rotating and ﬂipping. The series offers built-in A-D/D-A conversion and embedded/de-embedded HDMI audio functionality. The range consists of three models, XS-84H (8-in, 4-out), XS83H (8-in, 3-out) and XS-82H (8-in, 2-out). The XS-84 is capable of switching four video sources as a group, enabling the use of up to two 4K inputs. Users can switch 4K, HD, SD, XGA and other computer

formats up to 1920 x 1200. A single image can be scaled across multiple displays using the ‘SPAN’ mode and then easily switched to a different Power trio: the XS Series features eight inputs and image on each screen by up to four HDMI or HDBaseT outputs choosing ‘MATRIX’ mode. Built-in Roland audio DSP technology allows the XS the switchers is possible via the Series to offer sophisticated sound Roland XS Remote iPad App, processing with eight HDMI audio the RS-232C interface or over a inputs and the ability to accept network with a LAN connection. eight stereo analogue inputs. Additional features include Volume levels can be monitored EDID emulation for HDMI and easily with a level meter display RGB signal management and on each output. Two channels of HDCP key master to maintain the XS Series feature mic level authentication information for audio input, while a built-in ducking each HDMI source. Additionally the function can be used to lower the Roland XS series supports longvolume of other audio during mic distance transmission of audio and input. Each audio input has an video content over its HDBaseT internal high pass ﬁlter, four-band outputs and features four internal equaliser, noise gate/expander and busses each for video and audio for compressor. teleconferencing applications. Extensive remote control of Stand: 7-Q212

HD Progressive makes screens disappear PROJECTA As projection resolution advances, pixel preservation becomes much more important to preserve the clarity of your image, which is

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why Projecta is extending the use of Da-Lite’s high-resolution HD Progressive screen surface to a wider range of products. HD Progressive is now available in its Tensioned Elpro Concept

New products are being showcased by Harman at ISE 2015. These include the VDO Sceptron family which features linear outdoor-rated LED video ﬁxtures for the rental market with 10/20/40mm pixel pitch and an extensive range of optical accessories for a wide variety of looks. The integrated power and data cabling allows for long daisy-chains with many ﬁxtures per cable-run, while the power supply can be located backstage (up to 50m away) for a clean set-up avoiding messy cabling and several driver boxes. It delivers 600 lumens/200 candela per linear metre, is P3/ DMX controllable (automatic protocol detection), uses a single cable for power and data input and is supported by an integrated power and data processor (P3 PowerPort 1500 or P3 PowerPort 1000 IP). The VDO Sceptron family is

available in lengths of 1,000mm and 320mm. The new M-Series family console is said to combine and accommodate both basic shows and professional applications. Harman says that it offers easy control through 20 velocitysensitive buttons and 14 touch-sensitive linear faders for accurate playback level control, as well as direct access to programming and other function buttons. According to Harman, the Martin M-Touch is a powerful yet simple control surface for the Martin M-Series controllers, which it claims are the most affordable professional lighting solutions on the market. Fully compatible with all M-Series consoles and M-PC software, the Martin M-Touch is a plugand-play solution and comes with one DMX 512 Universe for direct control of any compatible DMX device.

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Multi-format matrix switches offer route to extensive AV control ROLAND

LED video fixtures for rental market

(for wall or ceiling mounting with tab tensioning for a perfectly ﬂat surface), ceiling-mounted Tensioned Descender and the ﬁxed-frame HomeScreen Deluxe projection screens.

Bezel-free TV gets super-sized UNILUMIN GROUP The new Upanel series of LED super-large stand-alone TV comes in 138 and 165in diagonal sizes at 1920 x 1080 resolution and boast a modular design and bezel-free display. The modular design means that Upanel can be assembled and disassembled to facilitate easy transportation as well as installation. It is also a smart TV with multiple signal interfaces, such as AV, VGA, DVI, HDMI, HD-

SDI, DP and YPbPr. For extra visual impact Upanel has both a 16-bit grey scale under 800 nits and 12-bit under 160 nits brightness, so that it can be used in diverse application areas. It also has a 3840Hz refresh rate to ﬂuently display high-speed dynamic pictures, and has a wide colour gamut to produce natural colour, plus adjustable colour temperature from 3,000K to 10,000K.

Stand: 11-F40, 11-N57

Supersize me: Unilumin’s new Upanel series of LED super-large stand-alone TVs The chemistry for HD Progressive screens is formulated to create a surface free of microscopic variances allowing the screen to essentially disappear, making it suitable for HD, 4K and Ultra HD projection, or where users require a high level of colour ﬁdelity and image uniformity

(broadcasting or post production). It is also useful for front projection edge blending, or where a perfect image is vital (such as simulation, medical and design work). HD Progressive is available in a 0.6, 0.9, 1.1 and 1.3 gain versions and has a very wide viewing angle.

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Clear benefit in HDMI packaging ICE CABLE SYSTEMS The Clear Series 2 HDMI cables now come in smart new packaging that is designed to make a great first impression and should benefit the installation process (storing, jobsite and client presentation phases). “Most wire and cable companies in the custom channel ship their HDMI cables in clear bags which are either heat-sealed or zip-locked,” said ICE Cable Systems’ president, Brian Rizzo. “Integrators prefer bags because they can easily be stored in a work truck where space is a

premium. The problem is that they look like sandwich baggies; this doesn’t make for a great presentation to your client.” ICE wanted to design a bag with an upscale feel that offered enhanced functionality. It decided on a re-sealable package with lush artwork and glossy coating, plus hang-holes for retail presentation. “We incorporated a really tough plastic exterior that can take a beating and protect against water damage too. All these features combined make for a bag that exceeds the daily demands of the integrator,” said Rizzo.

The Clear Series 2 HDMI cables come in lengths from 50cm to 30m.

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In the bag: ICE Cable’s new Clear Series 2 HDMI packaging

Digital signage goes Flat out to please TECCO The new Tecco FlatSign kiosk can house monitors of up to 65in in a depth of just 10cm; even doublesided displays are possible if ultra-slim monitors (<30mm) are used. The kiosk isn’t just thin and lightweight, but it is also claimed to enable “a faster, more reliable, cheaper, intuitive and easier to support installation.” “The new FlatSign has been designed with an eye on the end user. Our aim is to become a little more productive every day and transfer this efficiency to our customers, making their daily activity easier. Build your digital signage system in four steps,

that’s the philosophy, as easy as it seems,” said Tecco marketing manager, Alberto Arranz. Also new from the Spanish company is the iTecco interactive multitouch table, which is designed for multiple users and is claimed to be “incredibly durable to withstand a lot of ongoing activities.” There are several options and sizes to choose from, or alternatively Tecco can build customised tables. The system will register up to 20 ﬁnger touches, to facilitate collaborative and multidisciplinary applications. Thanks to its waterproof surface it can be installed in every kind of environment, such as meeting rooms, shopping

malls, museums or sports bars.

Stand: 10-K145

Thin is in: Tecco’s new FlatSign, simply revolutionary

180in Mobile LED on the rise MEDIASCREEN The new Mobile LED 180 from MediaScreen Bildkommunikation is claimed to be the world’s biggest mobile indoor LED display. The 180in 2K/Full HD high-brightness screen is also very simple to set up. At the touch of a button, the Mobile LED 180 unloads itself out of the ﬂight case and can raise itself up to its maximum 4m height (continuously variable). It is protected by three integrated shockabsorbing systems and enables one-handed, tool-free set-up, instead of requiring a

crane or fork truck. This not only saves assembly time, but also the need for expensive heavy-duty equipment and personnel costs. Besides being fully height adjustable there is also an electrical inclination feature, a Door Passing Through function (less than 210cm), and an emergency display descent control. As a display, it offers extended contrast, vivid colours, sharp images, ﬁne pixel pitch and wide compatibility with almost every signal

input device, plus a viewing angle of 160° for both horizontal and vertical.

Stand: 11-P66

Self-unfolding: MediaScreen’s new Mobile LED 180 can unload itself from its ﬂight case

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EXHIBITOR VIEW The rise of clean switches Traditionally, two categories of AV equipment have been addressing source switching needs: simple switches and advanced switchers/mixers Simple switches accept various sources with identical or different AV formats, which are switched to a single output. Although usually inexpensive, they have two drawbacks. First, the signal ﬂow is disrupted when switching sources, which causes video/ audio disturbance/noise on the output. Secondly, input signals with different video resolutions are switched unchanged to the output, therefore the monitor needs to support all resolutions. Advanced switchers/mixers allow seamless switching and transitioning of AV sources with different formats. They have advanced features such as PIPs, complex transitions and keying capabilities, and are generally used for sophisticated presentations jobs. They are powerful, yet expensive. Clean switches are costeffective switches with some

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advanced switcher/mixer features, including: • Internal up/down conversion capability: Regardless of the input signal resolution/frequency, the signal is up/down converted to the user deﬁned output resolution/frequency and aspect ratio. • Input frame sync capability: Regardless of the timing of input signals, they are time aligned for perfect video and audio ‘clean switches’. • Advanced features such as PIP and audio delay control. For example, the Apantac HDMI Clean Switch (CLN-SW6x1-H) offers all of the above. The Apantac Multi-Format Clean Switch (CLN-SW-6x1-M) does not include PIP or audio delay, yet allows a mix of ﬁxed HDMI inputs and slots accepting input modules handling different formats: VGA+AA, DVI+AA,

Michel Rudelle EMEA regional manager, Apantac YPbPr+AA, SDI or HDMI with embedded audio. Clean switches are used for many purposes including classroom and corporate presentations, to drive web TV encoders, feed live ingest recorders, and more. A new Clean Switch module is also available for the Apantac modular matrix. It accepts HDMI, HDMI over HDBaseT, SDI, and outputs HDMI, HDMI over HDBaseT or ﬁbre, and clean HDMI.

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PTZ camera supports H.264 codec LUMENS Equipped with a professional 1/2.8in image sensor with 1080p output resolution at 60 frames per second, the Lumens VC-A20P HD Pan/Tilt/Zoom (PTZ) camera features a 10x optical zoom lens and is claimed to offer excellent white balance. According to Lumens, its exposure mode enables it to deliver a clear image even in low light or where there is extreme contrast of brightness and darkness in a conference room. The camera covers a wide shooting angle (pan angle from 170° to +170°; tilt angle from -30° to +90°) and achieve high-speed, quiet and precise positioning with smooth PTZ operations. The VC-A20P – which is aimed at applications including lecture recording, videoconferencing and security surveillance systems – supports a range of interfaces including Ethernet, DVI-I, and C-Video. These connections not only allow for simultaneous image outputs, they also, says the company, result in the best possible image quality and provide compatibility with all video equipment. Support for the H.264 video

compression codec is provided, which Lumens points out can not only reduce the bandwidth for transmitting video but also decreases hard disk space when recording. In addition, the VCA20P has the ability to distribute streaming media, supporting the ONVIF protocol. Up to 128 preset settings are provided by the VC-A20P for pan, tilt, zoom, focus, exposure, and white balance modes for more effective and efficient video recording. The camera’s settings and PTZ control functions can be performed remotely via the RS-232/422 interface.

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Wide angle: The VC-A20P delivers Full HD video at 60 frames per second

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Power players offer clean energy TORUS POWER The AVR2 and the TOT series of toroidal isolation power conditioners are being showcased. The AVR2 power conditioning lineup is designed for large-scale custom installations such as studios, consumer home theatre and audio system installations, as well as mission-critical applications. The AVR2 Series features the AVR2 8 CE and AVR2 16 CE, both of which provide enhanced IP-based control and monitoring functionality in addition to automatic voltage regulation, automatic reboots, versatile scheduling options, and individually addressable outlet zones. The wall-mounted WM versions allow for greater ﬂexibility in projects with dedicated wiring. The AVR2 and WM models boast toroidal isolation from the main electrical grid, automatic voltage regulation, two levels of surge suppression, remote monitoring and control

and Crestron-compatible RS-232 port. Offered in two models, the TOT Mini (3A and 7A) and the TOT Max (15A) expand the lineup to include an affordable entry-level price point that also delivers highly effective power conditioning. TOT Mini is suitable for providing Torus isolated power to components such as digital projectors, flatpanels, powered speakers, media or source players, processors, and network devices. TOT Max features a larger capacity toroidal transformer and can be used with most audio systems and mid-power amplifiers. Employing Plitron toroidal isolation transformers and NBT noise filtering technology,

the TOT Series restores incoming power to its clean original state and protects valuable systems from voltage sags, brownouts and surges. Torus adds that TOT models also provide very low source impedance to connected devices, enabling high current delivery – up to the rated current limit – on an instantaneous basis; ensuring dynamic components are never starved for power. The established RM Series power conditioners are also on show, suited for a variety of installations from simple front-end systems to complex custom installations.

Stand: 5-R128 Splendid isolation: The AVR2 provides clean power and protects from electrical ﬂuctuations and surges

Showcasing RTI NANO and PIKO lasers HBLASERKOMPONENTEN The newly released RTI NANO RGB 30 show laser system with ‘10-10-10’ ultra white-balanced setup is on show at the HB-Laserkomponenten stand. Specially designed for customers that require professional quality, the new 10-10-10 setup is said to assure a nearly equal power distribution over all colour sources: above 10W/638nm, above 10W/530nm and above 10.4W/450nm. Alongside a guaranteed 28W output power after aperture, it provides a white balance with good beam speciﬁcations of only 6mm/<1.0mrad (full angle). Coherent Taipan OPSL modules are integrated as a green colour source. The RTI NANO RGB 30 works with CT-6215HP scanning systems and original CT Big Boy drivers. The small scanning mirrors are said to provide a reduced inertia and offer

better scanning speeds of 60kpps at 8° and a maximum scan angle of 60° with still 30kpps. The whole setup ﬁts in the waterproof NANO housing, which allows remote control thanks to a detachable touch pad. Also on show is the new RTI PIKO RGB 11 Pure Diode show laser system. It’s understood that for this new product, RTI guarantees an output power of 10W RGB after aperture. This show laser light is equipped with

diode laser sources only, to ensure good linear colour fading behaviour. It’s aimed at professional projections and smooth beam shows. With its compact PIKO housing, the PIKO RGB 11 PD is suitable for touring applications and rentals as well as ﬁxed installations. The PIKO RGB 11 PD also comes with detachable remote control touch pad for easy remote conﬁguration of the laser system.

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Well balanced: The RTI NANO RGB 30 comes with ‘10-10-10’ ultra white-balanced setup for equal power distribution over all colour sources

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Unified Communications Mezzanine makes Infopresence felt OBLONG INDUSTRIES The Dentsu Aegis Network has deployed the new Mezzanine conferencing and collaboration technology from Oblong Industries to boost efficiency, creativity and productivity. It has installed Mezzanine in conference rooms and dedicated presentation spaces in its London, New York and Singapore offices. The global media and digital marketing communications company has offices in 110 countries and employs 23,000 people. “By working with Oblong to create a network of Mezzanine rooms within our global agency network, we are able to ensure our teams are able to deliver different and better solutions wherever and whenever in the world it is required,” explained Nigel Morris, CEO, Dentsu Aegis Network Americas & EMEA. “Dentsu Aegis shares our conviction that in the 21st century the most creative solutions, effective business practices, and the very best work will all hinge on collaborative effort. We built Mezzanine as the

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Several new digital multiswitchers have been introduced by IDK. Its new entry-level presentation switchers, MSD501 and MSD 502, are equipped with three HDMI deep colour inputs (including one front plate HDMI input for quick access) and provide full HDCP support, with two further inputs for analogue video sources. A fast scaling unit can handle any attached digital or analogue AV source. All of the integrated audio inputs can be seamlessly de-embedded, embedded and switched for both digital and analogue output. The 1RU MSD

SMART TECHNOLOGIES Collaborative space: Dentsu Aegis Network is installing Mezzanine rooms across the globe universal platform for rich and hyper-productive real-time collaboration,” added John Underkoffler, CEO, Oblong Industries. Mezzanine introduces the concept of Infopresence, where multiple users, multiple devices and multiple streams of information can be brought together in real-time to create a more ﬂexible and efficient way to work. It brings multiple locations and devices into a shared canvas. “The implementation of Oblong technology in key global locations has helped us bring our brands and people closer through

immersive digital collaboration, and brings to life our unique operating model which allows us to offer clients uniﬁed value-add services across the advertising and marketing disciplines,” said Mike Young, Dentsu Aegis Network Group CIO. “The cuttingedge interactive technologies also allow us to not just show, but to embody, our converged client offerings. Add to this the reduction in travel that we expect to make, and you have the whole package from our perspective – a future-proof way for innovating the way brands are built.”

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502 provides two independent outputs. The MSD-701 and MSD 702 provide four HDMI inputs, one DVI-I input, and seven analogue audio inputs. Each unit can be controlled via a web interface and RS-232C, to ﬁt any existing environment. The MSD 5402SL Seamless Switcher provides not only a wide range of connections and switches any video and audio seamlessly, it also has seven dedicated fully-programmable command buttons, so that it can switch on the projector, unroll the projection screen and dim the lights.

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One SMART digital capture board

Multi-touch display gets ahead in the cloud The new 84in Multi Touch LED LCD from Triumph Board is a fully integrated Ultra HD (3840 x 2160) display designed to be an effective presentation tool for any meeting room or classroom. Its infrared LED optical technology allows 10 finger touch, and up to six users can write or draw simultaneously using fingers, stylus or even a pointer. It comes with the Android operating system, but can be fitted with an optional built-in mini PC with either Intel Core i5 or i7 processors and Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro (OEM), plus a selection of language options and preinstalled applications. There are also a wide range of accessories such as LiftBoxes or mobile stands. I/O includes: 4 HDMI in, VGA out; Coax out; 3 audio out; 3 audio in; 3 VGA in; USB 3.0; USB 2.0; LAN (RJ45); RS 232; CVBS. It comes with Triumph Cloud, the online annotation software

Presentations make the switch

The original 42in SMART kapp digital capture board is on show at the SMART Technologies stand. A 21st century replacement for dry-erase boards and ﬂip charts, SMART kapp’s combination of analogue and digital technologies enables users to write on its surface using standard dry erase markers while capturing their work in real-time. Content can instantly be shared with participants anywhere in the world and saved it in a variety of formats including PDF and Evernote. SMART kapp can be hung on a wall, plugged in and ready for use right away with no need for IT integration or even an internet connection.

The company plans to unveil an 84in version of the SMART Kapp, of which there will also be a rendering at the stand. The larger unit broadens the applications for this solution. Engineers, designers, trainers, professors, teachers and so on can now use kapp 84 for more comprehensive and larger brainstorming, content creation and collaboration. The larger size makes the SMART kapp suitable for more spaces, from huddle spaces to boardrooms, lecture halls, classrooms, hotels meeting facilities and more. SMART kapp is now available in North America and the UK and will soon be available in Germany, Switzerland and Austria.

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Inﬁnity simpliﬁes making a connection PEXIP

Take note: Triumph Board’s new 84in Ultra HD Multi Touch LED LCD with cloud data storage, as well as TB Comenius Lite (instant desktop annotation software), Display Note (cloud-based collaboration software); MyScript Stylus (handwriting recognition software for keyboard-free typing into any text ﬁeld, in any application) and RM Easiteach Next Generation (comprehensive educational and teaching software). There is also a new Local Virtual Server Solution for Triumph Cloud, which offers users the increased security of operating data on their own

servers. Triumph Board will supply virtual machines to the customer to deliver this service, which is based on VMware technology, and customers will be able to manage the cloud application and administrate basic server functions via a web interface. The virtual server installation includes EC-Tools Server, Appache-Web Server, mySQL Database server, and node server modules. Triumph Cloud is currently localised in 27 languages

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To help simplify how users participate in video meetings, Pexip has introduced Infinity Connect, which enables users without a UC client or access to videoconferencing to simply connect to a Pexip Infinity Virtual Meeting Room using the Infinity Connect installable client on their Windows, OS X or Linux PC, or web browser of choice. Users could already connect via a WebRTC-enabled browser, such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox or Opera, but now they can use non-WebRTC browsers including Internet Explorer and Apple Safari. Infinity enables meeting organisers to simply send a link to participants in order to connect and collaborate using existing infrastructure, and simplifies collaboration through data and presentation sharing in familiar environments with standard tools.

Infinitely connectable: Pexip’s Infinity Connect makes it easier to participate in videoconferences The new Infinity Connect suite also delivers core features like roster list, conference controls, add/disconnect participants, and more. “In addition to voice, video, and content-sharing interoperability with Microsoft Lync, WebRTC, H.323, and SIP endpoints, our new software clients extend the reach of visual communications to users without access to videoconferencing endpoints,” claimed Håkon Dahle, Pexip’s CTO.

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Extending conferencing for Linux and Windows

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TRUECONF

How important are uniﬁed communications clients such as Cisco Jabber and Microsoft Lync to delivering the uniﬁed communications ideal of ‘any device, anywhere, any time’?

True unified comms depends on ubiquitous connectivity across devices and platforms to allow people to share information and make decisions. This means connecting people through devices from the boardroom to the desktop and from auditoriums to the mobile edge. Unified Communications clients are essential to the flow of information because they allow us to adapt to any work style or location by connecting personal computers, tablets, and smartphones to professional AV systems including room based and personal telepresence units.

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In general, soft clients, and especially the advent of expectation level for UC consumption going forward. Users will know how to demand “anything, anywhere”, and one of the greatest challenges for the UC industry these days is to make solutions that are interoperable.

Anders Løkke Marketing, Pexip Stand: 9-A106

Microsoft Lync and Cisco Jabber are creating a standard for simpliﬁed comms. The simpliﬁcation of this technology will expand its use from the boardroom to the home and mobile office.

Devan Cress Director of sales (Broadcast AV Division), Marshall Electronics Stand: 11-F53

TrueConf for Linux now offers videoconferencing for all popular distributions of the operating system. The company has also updated its Windows version to support desktop and other applications capture and sharing. TrueConf applications were previously available for Debian and Ubuntu versions of Linux, but it now also supports CentOS, Fedora and openSUSE. The new TrueConf for Linux 1.0.5 also introduces many new features and tools, such as increasing the number of possible simultaneous participants from 16 to 25. Users will now ﬁnd placing calls, using instant messaging and accessing proﬁles are easier, with Address Book and Call History features fully supported, as is Desktop Sharing. The growing popularity of Linux is “creating a demand for compatible videoconferencing products”, said Michael Gotalsky,

TrueConf CEO. “Taking into account that Microsoft changes support conditions for different distributions of Skype for different operating systems, it is reasonable to wonder if there still will be an available version of this software for Linux. Right now we provide not just a substitute for Skype, but a fully functional enterprise videoconferencing system.” TrueConf for Windows 6.5.0 has been upgraded to support desktop and other applications capture and sharing. A new interface and avatar support makes it more user-friendly and socially oriented. Users can now share any application running on a computer as a live video stream, which allows broadcasting documents, media ﬁles or complicated 3D models to any videoconferencing endpoint. For bandwidth efficiency the content is adapted to the resolution of the endpoint devices.

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Five-stream first for IX5000 CISCO The new Cisco TelePresence IX5000 is claimed to be the first single-codec, H.265 triple-screen conferencing system. It is also the only product to support five

simultaneous streams (three video and two data) so that users can share two content sources during a call. Besides combining high-ﬁdelity audio/video and rich collaboration functionality, it is also claimed to be easier and less costly to deploy than previously, boasting zero room remediation and half the installation time, power, and bandwidth (thanks to using H.265) for much lower TCO. It includes a triple Ultra HD camera cluster, three HD 70in LCD screens (for real-size, lifelike remote meeting participation), and theatre-quality audio, and is available in two conﬁgurations: the single-row, six-seat IX5000 system (with 18 discrete microphones), and the dual-row, 18-seat, 54-microphone IX5200 system. Integrated lights help ensure highquality video capture without the need for costly installation, and the system is designed for software and hardware stability to ensure enterprise-grade reliability. Each seating position has individual power and network connections. It supports simple scheduling through Microsoft Exchange or Lotus Domino calendar services, enabling Cisco’s one-button-topush meeting start feature. A 10in touch tablet provides an easy-touse interface, although hard keys are included for basic operations, such as volume and mute. One Touch 10 tablet is included, but nine tablets can be supported.

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New year, new company FUTURE READY SOLUTIONS Having made its public debut as a company only last month, Future Ready Solutions is at ISE 2015 with a range of connectivity products for residential and commercial custom installers focused, says founder Eric Bodley – a past president of CEDIA – on preparing the technology sector for the future of delivering digital signals. Bodley says that his company’s mission is to help the custom electronics industry “Connect with the Best”

through cables, connectors and accessories from Kordz, Perfect Path, Celerity Technologies, PPC, and Belden Snap-N-Seal. The distributor’s first news of 2015 is the addition of Kordz commercial-grade HDMI cables to its offering, including the new line of THX Certified 4K UHD Cables. The R.3 Rack Optimised HDMI cable for commercial applications and EVS-R HDMI cable for residential customers are Kordz’ first two products to be THX certified. Building on HDMI compliance,

the THX programme uses 75 rigorous tests to ensure that cables fully support the long-term demands of 4K and HDMI 2.0. In order to ensure performance, the THX programme tests mechanical aspects of cables, build quality, and comprehensive protocol and functional testing in addition to traditional electrical testing. THX recognised the need for 4K interconnect certiﬁcation when testing 4K displays in its laboratory. Cables that had performed satisfactory at HD bandwidth requirements began demonstrating ﬂaws at 4K bandwidth.

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8,000+ projector lamps available MYPROJECTORLAMPS With replacement lamps available for over 8,000 DLP and LCD projectors, exhibitor MyProjectorLamps is taking the opportunity presented by ISE 2015 to make its case to visitors about why they should procure from the company. Shipping, it says, to every country in the world and with local offices in eight countries –

the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan and India – MyProjectorLamps says it is committed to selling high-quality original projector lamps and bulbs. The company claims that its competition often sells aftermarket lamps or third-party lamps that are not manufactured by Philips, Osram or Ushio, often fail within hours of installation and can damage a projector permanently.

MyProjectorLamps says that wherever possible, it tries to offer customers the option of buying either the pre-assembled projector lamp in a housing or just the bare lamp. The projector lamp in a housing is, it says, a simple one-minute installation, while the bare projector lamp, which is less expensive, takes about 5-10 minutes. Instructions are provided on how to install both options.

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NextGen IPTV for business IT and AV TRIPLEPLAY

and can integrate into business tools, including Microsoft Sharepoint and Lync, as well as into room control systems from such vendors as AMX or Crestron. “It is imperative to offer organisations an IPTV system that is more than a distributor of live broadcast content to television screens. We believe that our TripleNGen TV is more than just a standard IPTV system; it is a true business IT and AV solution,” said Tripleplay’s global business development director, Paul Harris.

TripleNGen TV, the nextgeneration IPTV platform from Tripleplay, is claimed to deliver “great value, quality, flexibility and ease of use”. It offers user profiling and access control via LDAP, Active Directory and SAML login support, integrated digital signage, support for broadcasting, recording and archiving events, videoconferences and business data feeds with the added benefit of a standard browserbased management and control interface, with 24/7 global Stand: 11-D68 support. It also offers clustering for redundancy and resilience. The IPTV platform delivers SD or HD video and IPTV to any device on any network, with user profiling and Making a play for IPTV: Tripleplay’s new TripleNGen TV access control,

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Control4 driver integrates music with automation and control AUTONOMIC

OS 2.6 Listen experience. The new functionality follows Autonomic’s recent unveiling of the Mirage Music Player MMS-2A, which is available with pre-programmed modules to integrate with all of the major control systems: Crestron, RTI, Elan, AMX, and Control4. Alternative control options include the Mirage Media Controller app for iOS and Android devices, Airplay control and the Mirage Web Interface. Autonomic is now offering Mirage Audio System 2 or 5-stream base packs based on its MMS-2A and MMS-5A music players, giving integrators a complete range of highresolution whole-house audio distribution systems.

Whole-house music systems developer Autonomic has released an enhanced Control4 driver that delivers the Mirage Music Player functionality to users of Control4 automation systems. Autonomic says its new Control4 driver improves upon the user experience by making popular features more readily visible and easier to enjoy. Once installed, large icons guide users to one-button access to streaming services such as Pandora, Rhapsody, Spotify, Sirius/XM and others. Successive buttons call attention to local content, favourites, playlists and Autonomic’s TuneBridge, including a new Stand: 7-R164 Snapshot feature. Autonomic says users can quickly and intuitively create a Pandora station based on any artist or track that catches their attention. Other feature enhancements include global zone control, the ability to create or clear playlists and queues and a user interface matching 21 today: The enhanced Control4 driver builds on the look and feel of Control4’s the capabilities of the OS 2.6 Listen experience

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IR offering expands LISTEN TECHNOLOGIES Receiving their launch at ISE this year are the new LT-84 ListenIR Transmitter-Radiator and LA141 ListenIR Extended-Radiator from by Listen Technologies, expanding the company’s IR technology offering. According to the company, these two new products, along with the newly announced iDSP IR receiver, represent the best, most costeffective solutions for assistive listening in smaller spaces. The new LT-84 ListenIR Transmitter-Radiator (offering two IR channels with up to four frequencies) is claimed to be the only product of its kind that provides complete, gapless

coverage in small to mediumsized spaces, with the LT-84 said to provide twice the coverage of similar products; one unit covers 465sqm or more. Listen Technologies also says that it is the ﬁrst product of its kind to feature delay compensation, and that it is the only two-channel transmitterradiator with up to four frequencies (2.3MHz, 2.8MHz,

3.3MHz or 3.8MHz), eliminating the need to purchase additional transmitter-radiators. Said to be simple to install (with the included mounting hardware and legislative compliance kit), it has been designed to blend in with the design of any environment without disrupting the room’s design. In fact, notes the company, it was developed with input from architects and interior designers. Up to four LA141 Extended-Radiators can be added to the LT-84 for additional coverage.

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Helping hands: The new LT-84 provides complete, gapless coverage in small-to-medium spaces

Immersive soundscapes for public spaces WAVES SYSTEM The ID-AL MicroPlayer mkII interactive audio player by French company Waves System is on show at ISE 2015. The player is described as an efficient and reliable ampliﬁed

audio unit designed to play immersive soundscapes within the context of public spaces such as museums, entertainment areas, science centres and so on. The company says that its conﬁgurable performance linked to its logical In/Out, its recently

upgraded firmware, its built-in amplifier and its ability to be remotely controlled make this audio player a user-adjustable tool aimed at a very wide spectrum of installations, posting sound from a USB or SD flash memory.

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VOX POP In which areas do smart buildings present the biggest opportunities for the AV/electronic systems integration industry? I’ve followed the home automation industry for over a decade and observed how we have moved from specs-driven hardware to experience-delivering systems. However there is little attention paid to the importance that we, the home automators, could play as eco-warriors. We only have one planet to live on and Smart living is the only way to live on Earth. We at Unique constantly strive to be better and greener and I am sure you can do too!

Fredy Vasilev Managing director, Unique Automation Stand: 5-S105

Smart buildings are built on the premise that every system is connected and can be managed through a central point. Networked audio solutions ﬁt perfectly into the smart building vision by enabling audio components now to be connected over traditional IT infrastructure. This provides the ability to seamlessly route audio throughout a building to a variety of end points from a centralised computer. This ﬂexibility and scalability changes the game for a variety of audio applications within a smart building, including live and recorded sound, conferencing, public address and evacuation systems.

Lee Ellison CEO, Audinate Stand: 7-W190

With the ability to integrate AV systems with corporate buildings, users can now program the building management system to activate the TV system. This integration will be hugely beneficial, particularly in terms of early warnings. For example if a fire alarm is triggered, it will automatically display a warning message on all the TV screens in a pre-defined location. It can also be taken to another level, enabling a welcome movie or message to be triggered on a screen as a visitor arrives into the reception area of a building.

Mark Stanborough EMEA sales manager, Cabletime Stand: 10-P116

Control door access with Smart Gateways Gatekeeper: The Siedle app delivers live video image from the door to mobile devices

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I have the touch: The TouchLite 4 is part of an automation ecosystem for user control in the home

TIO The TiO (Turn it On) TouchLite 4 universal lighting and load controller, manufactured by Anuva Automation, is now shipping. The TouchLite 4 expands the TiO automation ecosystem, building on the StealthStream 1 ampliﬁed streaming audio player. The technology in the TouchLite 4 provides a unique set of features which permits installation and conﬁguration in a matter of

minutes. It also offers the ability to control any kind of lighting load and offers touch sensitive activation to control the local light, other lights in the home, music, temperature, or any combination of these. Easy conﬁguration by the TiO Android app enables the user to have one, two or four buttons, and adjustable backlighting allows the illumination of button labels that are easily printed right on site.

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Energy efficient home automation HDL The new HDL Enviro panel (MPTLC43.46) sports a 4.3in capacitive LCD screen and 12 listing pages, enabling users to take complete control over their lighting, curtains, music, scenes, sensors, timers, AC, ﬂoor heating and security solutions. The top feature of the new panel is its ability to monitor in real time the electrical and

the door, speak to the visitor, see an image and open the door from wherever they are in the building. They can use an iPhone, iPad, laptop or DECT cordless phone, along with the Siedle Scope mobile video station or a classical Siedle indoor station, or a combination

water resources being used, helping owners get to grips with their monthly bills and control their energy usage. At a glance a user will be able to know if they have left their bath running or if a water pipe has burst. Upon leaving the house, by simply checking the panel, the user can even see if any lights have been left on.

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of all of these devices. For greater range, a larger number of users or for smart home integration, the company has also created Siedle Access, a system that makes door communication part of the IP world.

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EXHIBITOR VIEW Collaboration means people working better together

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Collaboration technology has already come a long way but we’re now standing on the cusp of a major step change Previously the term collaboration has meant that participants have been in the same room, at the same time. Through the use of new enabling technology, collaboration is being redeﬁned as the experience of people working together to develop collective solutions, irrespective of geography and time. What hasn’t changed is that people are unlikely to develop new work habits quickly. But technology that enables the sharing of digital information is exploding and organisations need to ﬁnd a way to capture, share and use this information to their advantage. It is very clear that introducing new products that rely on extensive training for simple use is unlikely to encourage continued adoption and acceptance. New collaboration solutions MUST be intuitive for the user as well as demonstrating

effective outcomes for the organisation. Research indicates that companies with better collaborative management capabilities achieve superior financial performance. Moreover, academic research shows that the ability to collaborate in networks is more important to innovativeness than raw individual talent. Solving effective collaboration is not a simple equation and is rarely achieved through the acquisition of new technology alone. However, as part of a cultural shift embracing remote participants, cloud-based communications and innovative collaboration solutions, the results will undoubtedly deliver significant benefits. Collaboration is an activity – it is not a piece of technology. The technology fits by supporting or facilitating different styles of

Jon Sidwick, vice president TDMaverick Europe collaboration. Combine that with the promotion of an environment where individuals actively share ideas, and information flows freely in a dynamic fashion. For the past five years, collaboration products have increased in quantity and significance; however, during ISE 2015, I expect a significant shift to collaborative solutions that deliver intuitive and effective functionality alongside flexibility to allow enterprise wide deployment or single meeting room use.

Taiwanese ﬁrst-time exhibitor Team SoftEx is presenting three products for the educational and enterprise markets. The EVO Pure DVI Teaching Broadcast System is a hardware solution for education, which is suitable for computer lab or language lab use. With 2560 x 1080 of HD digital transmission, it aims to eliminate the issues of traditional analogue or VGA transmission. A hardware structure includes central control unit, repeater,

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master unit and student unit. Input sources into the master unit include PC, laptop, tablet, smartphone and other handhelds. The EVO Cloud Management System is a software system based on a client-server structure for the educational and enterprise market. It offers offline restore, local cache, multinode management, desktop roaming, remote maintenance, data sharing as well as a set-up schedule system and information security control and management. It is equipped with hard disk caching technology, which

The new STNet IP-Addressable speaker system from SoundTube provides a rack-mountable 16port switch with 40W of power via a proprietary Power over Ethernet connection – standard PoE systems typically provide up to 25W. For increased ﬂexibility in installation, the STNet-Switch can be set up to work with SoundTube’s IP speakers or other products using standard off-the-shelf PoE plus switches. The IP speakers may also be externally powered, for use with standard Ethernet switches. Current speaker models in the system include the in-ceiling IP-CM52-BGM, IP-CM52s-BGM, IP-CM62-BGM and IP-CM82BGM, and the surface-mount IP-SM500i-II. Additional speaker models are in development.

reduces dependency of sourcing from the network. Finally, the EVO Class Multimedia Management System is a software system for educational use, that enables remote monitoring, multimedia broadcasting, interactive learning, remote control, ﬁle sending, online exam facilitation and learning management. The company is currently looking for international partners and for collaboration with distributors and system integrators worldwide.

Stand: 8-N186

The system uses the CobraNet audio standard as its backbone, allowing each SoundTube speaker on the network to be individually set up and equalised. Each speaker can receive different audio signals and is continuously monitored by the system to provide report-back status to the main control point. Any speaker failure will trigger an alarm (either visible or audible), and the system can be conﬁgured to send an email message to the installer. The STNet is compatible with all other CobraNet-enabled control systems, and multiple SoundTube switches may be linked for large speaker systems. Besides the 16 Ethernet ports, the STNet-Switch includes two gigabit ports for linking switches and a WAN port for connection to an outside network.

Stand: 11-C84

Screen up to 20m wide ORAY

Stand: 5-S82

New products from ﬁrst-timer for education and enterprise TEAM SOFTEX

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ISE 2015 visitors looking for large projection screens up to 20m in width are heading to the Oray stand, where the company is showing off its Polichinelle High-Speed screen. The French company can custom manufacture screen sizes between 7m and 20m for applications such as festivals, concerts and conferences. Operating off a 250V supply, and using a motor rated at between 1.0kW and 1.8kW and capable of continuous operation without thermal cut-out, the highly rigid screen typically rolls up or unrolls at an average speed of 0.5m/s.

As outdoor locations, in particular, are susceptible to power cuts, the Polichinelle is equipped with a number of features to mitigate such occurrences. A security brake is featured, for example, while end stops are held in memory. Delivered with a roller tube of either aluminium or carbon ﬁbre to minimise weight, the screen can be either suspended or mounted on a boom and is programmed via a PC for adjustment of end-stops, rolling speed and so on. Oray can provide installation, or alternatively, the screen can be easily installable by an appropriately trained user.

Stand: 3-C82

Speedy screen: The Polichinelle was featured at the Festival de Carthage by Tunisia Cinelec

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InBrief Android and PCbased screens VESTEL

Going with the HDFlow PEERLESS-AV EUROPE The next generation HDFlow wireless multimedia kit; a range of Video Conferencing stands offering increased mobility, reduced system

cost and improved aesthetics; a fixed videowall floor stand; and further videowall configurations using the Twin Pole Modular Series; these are among Peerless-AV’s introductions at ISE 2015.

The latest HDFlow, which works with both analogue and digital AV or IT sources, enables even longer-range, reliable, real-time transmission of 1080p HD and passive 3D content up to 68m to ﬂat panels or projectors through walls and ceilings for multi-room streaming. The new HDFlow has

three HDMI inputs, plus HDMI passthrough output. Users can wirelessly stream AV content to up to six HDFlow Pro Receivers using one transmitter (seven with the passthrough), using its new Multicast programming feature.

Stand: 11-H70

The Android Signage Monitor, which integrates the Android operating system into Vestel’s digital signage monitor, allows operators and system integrators access to multiple Android signage applications, via WiFi, 3G or LAN. It also has an integrated 3D graphics engine and LED technology, and is available in 32, 40, 50 and 65in versions. It includes 8GB NAND ﬂash memory and an HDD option for the system memory, as well a slot for an additional SD card to increase memory capacity. Stand: 9-D129

New playlist functionality TECHNOMAD The Schedulon digital message repeater from Technomad offers both instant playback of audio via a convenient knob and screen, and also allows sounds to be scheduled for automatic unattended playback. New for ISE 2015 is a playlist facility, while Flash memory is said to make the Schedulon message repeater tough and reliable. Technomad notes that, unlike a PC-based solution, Schedulon cannot be infected by a virus or crash due to operating system errors. Stand: 1-E116

Slim cube space race MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC Based on the same LED light source technology as Mitsubishi Electric’s wellestablished Seventy Series DLP cube, the slim new VS-60HS12 cube – receiving its European launch at ISE 2015 – is claimed to offer “signiﬁcant economies in both its space requirement and cost of ownership, and is designed to provide a real alternative to LCD in compact control rooms.” The 60in DLP rear-projection cube measures 520mm deep, just over half the depth of the Seventy Series. Being solely front access means it can be installed ﬂush to the wall, with no rear access required. Stand: 2-A24, 2-A25, 2-A36

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ADAMSON SYSTEMS ENGINEERING

Do you see the increasing availability and affordability of smart/networked consumer devices – such as tablets, audio systems and thermostats – as an opportunity or a threat for the custom installation industry? Massive opportunity – period. The smart home is driving, and will continue to drive, CI business. In ﬁve years we will look back and question the very question posed, as our lifestyles will be so entrenched in these smart connection tools with the future offering devices/means and methods nearly unimaginable today.

Bob Katz CEO and founder, Revolution Acoustics Stand: 7-T176

This is an opportunity. Switched-on resellers will use smart technology to improve content, content management and usability. This technology is coming and it is being explained to the end user as a clear beneﬁt. It is better to embrace the change than ignore it.

Ian Abernethy Director of UK sales, Peerless-AV Stand: 11-H70

New screen is world’s largest DNP DENMARK ISE 2015 sees the ﬁrst major public showing of the recently launched Supernova XL screen from dnp denmark. Claimed by the company to be the world’s largest optical front projection screen available as a single screen solution, it provides an image area of up to 5.3m x 3.0m. dnp is presenting new frame colour options for the Supernova XL; the Supernova XL on show is ﬁtted with ‘White Sand’ (dnp’s new white frame). The company is also putting its 110in Supernova Blade up against a conventional white screen material by way of a splitscreen comparison, enabling visitors to undertake their own evaluation as to the difference between a conventional white front projection screen and an optical front projection screen.

Demonstrated in high ambient light conditions, showing presentations with sharp images and detailed data, dnp global sales and marketing manager Søren Kraemmergaard believes it is debunking some of the myths. “There is a lot of marketing spin going on when manufacturers appraise their products,” he said. “We want to give people a chance to see the difference with their own eyes – and nothing is more compelling than a live demonstration.” dnp is also previewing two new high-contrast front screens for increasingly important shortthrow projection applications.

One, for single projector use, has a gain of 0.9 in an improved version of the company’s existing STS Screen (with greater brightness and a new frame). The other is designed for edgeblending, with a maximum height of 1.5m and offering unlimited width.

Stand: 1-Q14

The VT901MKII is a new earhanger microphone weighing just 5g, that Voice Technologies claims offers “exceptional voice transmission and superb wearing comfort”. It was nominated for the German Design Council’s German Design Award 2015. The mic uses a specialised miniature electret condenser omni-directional

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capsule, with a 20Hz-20kHz frequency range, to produce natural speech and vocals, with a sensitivity of 35dB ±3dB 1V/ microbar (17.8mV/Pa), and a maximum input SPL of 125dB. Following customer feedback on its predecessor, its cable now runs directly along the head of the user, so that the beige-coloured unit should be even less noticeable. It can be worn on either ear, and

A multi-use predictive software suite that allows users to plan their system design in both 2D and 3D is on show at the Adamson Systems Engineering stand. Designed to provide Adamson clients with a user-deﬁned level of detail, the company says Blueprint AV delivers extreme precision in any operating mode. Expanding on Adamson Shooter software, Blueprint AV allows system designers and technicians to build a simple or very complex listening area, hang multiple arrays, simulate response with a variety of acoustic predictive tools, and provide a detailed and accurate rigging plot that can be exported to DXF ﬁles for easy transfer to the rigging team. Users can choose a quick and effective 2D mode to easily

Wide load: The Supernova XL optical front projection screen is up to 5.3m wide

its soft “spiral ear fastener” gives user a perfect ﬁt without the fear of it slipping off. The cable is removable and can be easily exchanged to swap connectivity between different wireless systems, a feature that is particularly useful for rental houses. The spiral ear-wrap section can be exchanged as well. It costs €249 (+VAT).

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Listen in: Blueprint AV allows simple or complex listening areas to be designed

determine optimal splay settings for their arrays within their space, or they can opt for the highly detailed 3D mode, which allows for a wide variety of polygonal shapes to easily and accurately build complex spaces. The software also provides a large variety of simulation options. After extensive beta testing with key network partners, Adamson is releasing Blueprint AV via a licensing system that will allow end users to distribute a pre-determined number of copies to their team of technicians. Multiple simulation options exist, including SPL measurements, which can be measured using standard and proprietary weighting curves, as well as standard onethird octave frequencies or a full range average. Delay, directivity and virtual microphone responses can also be easily calculated. An option allows the user to see an array’s vertical SPL response, accurately measuring the initial coverage, to the amount of coverage delivered to the extreme back of the intended listening area. The software comes pre-loaded with acoustic data from Adamson’s complete line array product range, with plans to add all point source products in the near future.

Cloud video service provider Videxio has a new way for users to manage their videoconferencing experience. MyVidexio counters what the company claims is “the biggest challenge standing in the way of mass adoption of business quality video collaboration” – the user experience. The MyVidexio portal allows users and administrators to have complete control of their videoconferencing experience

with call management tools (including scheduling video meetings directly in Microsoft Outlook), as well as easily accessible usage data. It will also take advantage of the growing demand for videoconferencing-as-a-service (VCaaS), which is a result of the ﬂexible subscription models, interoperability and low investment risk, allowing users to be mobile and access videoconferencing wherever and whenever they need it.

Stand: 9-B100

Manage meeting: MyVidexio provides easy control over videoconferencing

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InBrief Grayhawk refined STEWART FILMSCREEN New screen materials optimised for 4K+ and 1080p projectors are among the areas of focus for Stewart Filmscreen. Recent refinements made to the GrayHawk RS G4 flexible front-projection screen materials are said to deliver improvements to uniformity, black levels, and off-axis viewing. Also on show is Stewart’s Cima value-oriented range. By making Cima available only in a limited selection of highquality screen materials at standard sizes, Stewart claims that it ensures high performance at the very best value. Stand: 1-F50

4K displays feature HTML5 support SONY Available in 55, 65 and 85in screen sizes, Sony’s Bravia 4K LED Professional Displays all include HTML5 signage capability and advanced control features.

Intended for corporate, meeting rooms and retail applications, they are complemented by Bravia U-Touch which brings together Sony’s Professional displays with touchscreen technology so the display

becomes an interactive hub. The company is demonstrating how it believes Bravia U-Touch allows retailers, universities, museums, businesses, libraries, ﬁnancial institutions and more to engage on a more intimate level. Sony says it is also looking beyond 4K to the next generation of resolution, and is showcasing

its F65 motion picture camera with an 8K CMOS sensor and Super Resolution De-mosaicing Technology (SRDM). The company also has an offering for live event production: the AWS-750 Anycast Touch, an all-in-one integrated video and audio mixer.

Stand: 1-H120

Give any ampliﬁer a true musical makeover…

Flexible mini camera MARSHALL ELECTRONICS

The P300 delivers boundless audio possibilities to any external ampliﬁer, and works with all Player Portfolio components for a truly custom solution that delivers all the listening variety customers want. Streaming Internet Radio

The compact new CV360-CGB Genlock Full HD Broadcast Camera from Marshall is, despite its small size, a fully featured camera with changeable lenses, multiple HD outputs and genlock. The camera uses a 1/3inch 2.1-megapixel CMOS image sensor; functions such as white balance, paint adjustments, shutter control, gamma control, wide dynamic range, adaptive digital noise reduction and adaptive contrast enhancer make it a truly versatile camera. Stand: 11-F53

• Built-in networked library access • Connectivity to content stored on mobile devices Plus… • Intuitive app control • Flexible wired-orwireless conﬁguration

Enterprise MCMS integrates RGB SPECTRUM Building on the features of its MultiPoint Control Room Management System (MCMS), RGB Spectrum’s new Enterprise MCMS is a hardware and software platform that uses video to integrate disparate systems over IP (LAN/WAN) without requiring custom software. Combining realtime display with multiuser KVM and extensive remote capabilities, Enterprise MCMS offers support for operators and system resources located anywhere in the world with 24/7 reliability. Secure, collaborative features make it ideal for use in missioncritical situations. Stand: 3-C118

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InfoComm sessions InfoComm Members and Guest Members receive free entry to all InfoComm seminars at ISE 2015, as well as member discounts for the Master Class with Robert Simpson, the CTS Study Session. Non-members must purchase vouchers to attend InfoComm seminars, and pay full price for charged events.

THURSDAY 12 FEBRUARY 2015 10:00 – 11:00 Price: €40

11:30 – 12:30 Price: €40 Room D204

Exploring HDBaseT Speaker: Bill Thomas, CTS-I, Staff Instructor, InfoComm International In this lively session, you will explore HDBaseT, an innovative, emergent connectivity standard for distribution of uncompressed HD multimedia content. Examine how HDBaseT’s unique feature set impacts your system design, installation, troubleshooting and veriﬁcation procedures. A representative with the HDBaseT Alliance will be on hand to answer your questions. Seminar Level: Basic “Come, make friends with HDBaseT signal distribution. Bring your questions and discuss how this great new resource impacts your total system from design to installation to veriﬁcation.” – Bill Thomas

10:00 – 11:00 Price: €40

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Room D203

Five New Technologies That Will Change the Industry: An AV Perspective

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Debunking HD Connectivity Speaker: Justin Kennington, Technology Manager, Crestron DigitalMedia Digital video is a constantly evolving, moving target that remains a mystery to most. New specifications and emerging technologies seem to rewrite the rules on a daily basis. This course will demystify marketing terminology around resolutions (2K, 4K, UHD), HDMI versions (1.3/1.4/2.0), and other transport formats like DisplayPort and HDBaseT. Learn how resolutions, frame rates, colour models and colour depth affect data rates, which influences system design and performance. Understand the impact of HDCP technology, including HDCP 2.2, on existing systems and future projects. You won’t want to miss this compelling session. Seminar Level: (Intermediate: 2+ years’ experience) “Unless you’re completely confident in your ability to express how resolutions, HDMI versions, HDCP technology, frame rates, colour models, and colour depth interact to influence data rates and system performance, you need to join me for this session. We’ll simplify the new specifications and emerging technologies that you’ll need to master for your next installation.” – Justin Kennington

11:30 – 12:30 Price: €40

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Speaker: Joe Cornwall, CTS-D, ISF-C, Technology Evangelist, Legrand It took 25 years for telephones to reach 10% market adoption. It took less than five years for network tablet devices to achieve the same 10% rate. It took an additional half-century for telephones to reach 40% market penetration. Smartphones took less than 10 years to reach the same benchmark, if we time their introduction all the way back to the 2002 shipment of the first fully functional BlackBerry. The first country to complete the transition to digital video broadcast was the Netherlands, which switched off all analogue services in December 2006. That was just eight years ago! Imagine what the AV industry will look like in five more years! In this presentation we will work to answer the following questions: What is the future of analogue connectivity? How will internet and LAN technology affect AV system design over the next five years? What connections should we anticipate for future system expansion? How much resolution is enough to accommodate new and emerging content? How much bandwidth is enough? Working from a careful analysis of industry forecasts and cultural evolution, we will look at the numbers and the trends. We will explore technologies that exist right now and are currently being developed into products that will be put into a box to ship to you, to your clients, and to your industry over the coming months. The most valuable business asset is knowledge, and nothing is quite as powerful as knowledge of what’s to come! Seminar Level: Basic “There is no such thing as a crystal ball that will tell the future, but careful analysis and observation will often point us in the direction of things to come. If you want to know which devices you should plan for over the next five years, what changes are on the horizon, and what direction the audiovisual industry will take, then this will be time well spent. Get excited about the future while you gain an audiovisual perspective on the five emerging technologies that will affect your business.” – Joe Cornwall

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HDMI vs DisplayPort – Format Wars! Speaker: Bill Schripsema, CTS, Senior Commercial Product Manager, Atlona This seminar will compare HDMI and DisplayPort, the two leading digital video standards with copy protection. We will look at the advantages and disadvantages of each. Finally we will discuss the issues they present for systems integrators. Seminar Level: Intermediate (2+ years’ experience) “This seminar will compare HDMI and DisplayPort, the digital two leading digital video standards with copy protection. We will look at the advantages and disadvantage of each. Finally we will discuss the issues they present for system integrators. This will be an intermediate seminar for those looking for a basic technical knowledge of DisplayPort and HDMI systems.” – Bill Schripsema

13:00 – 14:00 Price: €40

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Instore Analytics – Improve the ROI of Your DS Solution and Enhance Customer Experience at the Same Time Speaker: Daniel Gasser, Partner, Relevance Analytics Digital signage investments are growing at a rapid pace, and new technologies are delivering fantastic opportunities to improve customer experiences and revenue. But how do you determine if your investment in digital signage is achieving results? Is your content improving the customer experience? How do you measure the digital signage investment in terms of increased sales? Are there ways of leveraging your company’s investment in online marketing to improve that in your stores? What are the opportunities generally forgotten with digital signage deployments? What are easy ways to improve your ROI in digital signage? Seminar Level: Intermediate (2+ years’ experience)

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13:00 – 14:00 Price: €40

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Microsoft Lync and the Quest for Broad UC&C Interoperability Speaker: Marius Nilsen, R&D, Pexip With the deployment of Microsoft Lync in many organisations, videoconferencing rooms and systems are challenged with interoperability requirements that are not met by currently installed systems. This sessions covers important topics such as: • How do I integrate Microsoft Lync with my existing videoconferencing systems? • Insight into codecs and protocols that you must be aware of to integrate Lync with traditional videoconferencing systems from Cisco, Polycom and others • Gateway and transcoding functionalities, beneﬁts and function • Functionality and pitfalls when integrating AV and Lync Seminar Level: Intermediate (2+ years’ experience) “With the advent of Microsoft’s Lync and other software-based videoconferencing solutions, end users and integrators face some very important questions; how do I extend the investments I have already made in videoconferencing? Companies have millions of dollars invested in equipment that risks collecting dust going forward. In a survey, nearly 80% said that they experience challenges with Lync and general interoperability. Our session will demystify many challenges. It will guide visitors in understanding, planning and executing strategies for how to leverage both new and existing investments.” – Marius Nilsen

14:30 – 15:30 Price: €40

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Collaboration in the BYOD Era Speaker: Neta Lempert, VP Digital Business Development, Kramer Electronics BYOD connectivity to display systems remains a very hot topic – navigating the variety of available systems and more importantly the restrictions in what can be shared from which type of device is complex. Sharing a screen is not enough any longer. In this session you will understand the key issues around deployment, network security and presentation material sharing restrictions as well as the modern tools of conducting a meeting. Forget everything you know about wireless presentation. It is the time for a real collaboration. Seminar Level: Basic “There is excellent technology out there to help us be more collaborative and productive in meetings. The key is to ﬁnd the right BYOD solution that caters to all devices; a solution that will integrate seamlessly into the network infrastructure and make meetings much more efficient.” – Neta Lempert

14:30 – 15:30 Price: €40

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Using Frame Grabbing Technology in Modern AV Solutions Speaker: Leroy Chiao, NASA Astronaut, VP, Epiphan Systems This session will provide an introduction into frame grabber and capture card technology, explain the differences between the different kinds of screen capture devices on the market, and will go in-depth into how to use that technology to bring in external video sources into a wide array of solutions. It will cover the most widespread videoconferencing and UCC systems on the market.

Sharp, vivid images in high ambient light dnp Supernova™ Blade Looking for a bigger and more stylish alternative to a ﬂat screen? The dnp Supernova Blade Screen is a cutting-edge optical front projection screen that provides sharp, bright images in ambient light environments. Only 3mm thick and available avail in sizes up to 120”, it meets modern customers’ custome demand for ﬂatter, bigger images that takes up a minimum of space. Meet us at stand #1-Q14 for a demo.

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CEDIA sessions CEDIA education vouchers: If you are a CEDIA member and wish to use an education voucher to book on any of these courses, please go to the registration area outside Room D201 to redeem your voucher. One voucher is valid for a single one-day workshop or for four 90-minute sessions

THURSDAY 12 FEBRUARY 2015 09:15 – 10:45

Price: €55 (members), €70 (non-members)

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Speaker: Geoff Meads, Presto AV Ltd, UK Using the ever-growing number of online platforms for your company marketing can be appealing. Yet your 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 we 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.

Speaker: Matt Dodd, Clavia, UK Have you ever been asked to ‘sharpen your pencil’ when presenting a quotation to a customer? Do you have customers who simply cannot make up their mind? Are you challenged on every aspect of your quote? If so, then you need to join us for this conﬁdence boost when dealing with your customers. This seminar will give you fantastic tips and techniques to take back to your workplace to help you handle your customers.

Price: €55 (members), €70 (non-members)

“If you’re confused by online marketing channels or don’t know how to co-ordinate your efforts then this session is for you! To build a loyal customer base we need a planned approach to online marketing. It’s a staged process that takes time.” – Geoff Meads

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Using CEDIA’s Recommended Wiring Guidelines

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Fifty First Dates – Finding Love for your Brand Online

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Dealing with Customers –The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

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11:00 – 12:30

Price: €55 (members), €70 (non-members)

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Speaker: Simon Buddle, CEDIA The CEDIA ‘Smart Home’ Wiring Guidelines are rapidly being adopted as the industry standard for residential wiring in new build properties. These guidelines are being used by M&E consultants, electrical contractors, builders and property developers alike. The course will explore three key areas of the guidelines: 1) The technical element; 2) Why they are relevant now; 3) How to get involved and sell them to beneﬁt your business.

How to Work Profitably with Architects and Other Specifiers Speaker: Christiaan Buekes, Sphere Custom Design, South Africa Are you friend or are you foe? Bridging the sometimes arduous communication gap between the other professionals in our prestigious projects can be daunting at first. With CEDIA guidance and education you will be well on your way to integrating with other trades as a seamless team, to deliver only the best.

“The Wiring Guidelines represent a basic wiring package that can be used to successfully implement Smart Home technology. They are the benchmark that is now becoming recognised outside the industry as the best practice wiring scheme for new build. Not only do they represent a simple technical solution for the needs of the Smart Home but they are also an invaluable sales tool for your company to gain new business with end users, developers, and builders. This course will explain the principles behind the Guidelines, explore the technical solutions possible with it and how it can be used as a sales tool.” – Simon Buddle

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ISE Showfloor Theatres Following the success of the Showfloor Theatres at ISE last year, they return for 2015 in an expanded format, spanning three halls at the RAI with residential, commercial and now unified communications sessions. All of the sessions are free to attend. There’s no need to pre-register — just turn up and enjoy the experience! 11:00 - 11:30 Five things you need to know before installing 4K (resolution, bandwidth, cable limits, content, hardware) Speaker: Ken Eagle, global director of training and sales engineering, Atlona Technologies

Stand 8-M370

11:30 - 12:00 3D audio in the home Speaker: Barry Sheldrick, Pulse Marketing

12:30 - 13:00 Multiple dwelling units, the developer and the integrator, an integrated, simple approach Speaker: Kris Hogg, Chairman, CEDIA EMEA 13:30-14:00 Emerging opportunities in the residential industry Speaker: Dave Pedigo, CEDIA

12:00 - 12:30 MQA – Hi-res audio for everyone Speaker: Richard Hollinshead, director of engineering, Meridian

10:30-11:00 Make your meetings more productive Speaker: Frank Buchholz, senior partner/channel marketing manager, Microsoft

Stand 7-Z160

11:00 - 11:30 Adaptivecasting: the future of digital signage Speaker: Dr Roberto Valenti, chief technology officer, Sightcorp 11:30 - 12:00 Multisensory content for theater, tours and events Speaker: Cédric Péri, graphic artist and 3D designer, Danny Rose

Stand 9-A140

13:00 - 13:30 Best practice – Best of digital signage 2014/2015 Speaker: Florian Rotberg, Invidis Consulting

15:00 - 15:30 Is the market ready for audio-over-IP? Speaker: Kevin Sherwood, ﬁeld sales director, CIE-Group

13:30 - 14:00 Total visual harmony or visual chaos? Speaker: Speaker: Steve Warren, managing director, Avolites

15:30 - 16:00 The world’s largest freestanding videowall Speaker: Wilhelm Haling, managing director, dimedis

14:00-14:30 Unlock the power of Big Data Speaker: Tim Bakke, senior product marketing manager, Microsoft

11:00 - 11:30 InFocus enables group collaboration Speaker: Abigail Rath, business development manager, InFocus

13:00 - 13:30 Personalisation – key to successful pervasive UC and collaboration deployments Speaker: Mike MacDonald, business development manager, Cisco

11:30 - 12:00 Commoditised collaboration AV & VC Systems Speaker: Roger McArdell, Ashton Bentley

12:30 - 13:00 When good clouds go bad! How to mitigate risk when moving to the cloud for UC collaboration? Speaker: Jon Tracey, StarLeaf, director service provider sales

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14:30 - 15:00 Simplifying and maximising digital signage Speaker: Micha Risling, head of the Marketing Committee, HDBaseT Alliance

12:00 - 12:30 Digital conference system solution for Western African community Speaker: Clemens Sturm, commercial market manager, Shure Distribution

12:00 - 12:30 Consumerisation of IT Speaker: Andy Nolan, vice president UK, Ireland & Northern Europe, Lifesize

12:30 - 13:00 What your mother never told you about digital signage Speaker: Stephanie Gutnik, marketing and business development manager, Broadsign

13:30 - 14:00 UC audio deployments Speaker: Jim Fairweather, executive vice president global sales, Revolabs 14:00 - 14:30 Fuelling collaboration and innovation in the multi-screen-meets-BYOD workplace Speaker: Mary Ann de Lares Norris, COO, Oblong Industries 15:00 - 15:30 How to efficiently scale UC&C to your entire workforce Speaker: Marius Nilsen, R&D, Pexip

15:30 - 16:00 Collaboration Next: delivering mobile & team collaboration pervasively Speaker: Chris Wiborg, director, collaboration portfolio marketing, Cisco

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EXHIBITOR SESSIONS 08:30 – 18:30 Room D406 KliKav introduction Presented by: AV News

10:00 - 11:30 Room F102 Digital signage guided tours Presented by: Invidis Consulting Speaker: Daniel Russell

09:00 - 17:00 Room E108 Dolby Atmos demo Presented by: Steinway Lyngdorf Speaker: Leif Schmücker

09:30 - 10:00 Room F102 Digital signage market brieﬁng Presented by: Invidis Consulting Speaker: Daniel Russell

10:00 - 13:00 Room G106 The HDBaseT Installer Expert Program Presented by: HDBaseT Alliance/ VALENS Speaker: Max Kopsho

11:00 - 11:30 Room E103 System reality Presented by: d&b audiotechnik Speaker: Janko Ramuscak

12:00 - 13:00 Room E104 Martin Audio product demo Presented by: Martin Audio Speaker: Various

12:00 - 13:00 Room G109 Control in the palm of your hands Presented by: Kramer Electronics Speaker: Erez Dafnai

14:00 - 15:00 Room E104 Martin Audio product demo Presented by: Martin Audio Speaker: Various

10:00 - 11:00 Room G109 Room for growth

11:00 - 12:00 Room G109 Digital AV 2.0

14:30 - 15:00 Room E103 System reality

Presented by: Kramer Electronics Speaker: Ohad Oman

Presented by: Kramer Electronics Speaker: Keren Lipshitz

Presented by: &b audiotechnik Speaker: Janko Ramuscak

SPORT FACILITY INTEGRATION SUMMIT 09:30 - 13:00 Room E102

SFIS is a new-format event focusing on the business opportunities and challenges of integrating the latest AV technologies into sports venues. For the 2015 event, SVG Europe has partnered with Roland Hemming from leading audio and AV consultancy RH Consulting to devise a programme that will also examine the relationship between integrators and broadcast professionals. It is free to attend. 09.30 - 10:00 10:00 - 10:10 10:10 - 10:30 10:30 - 11:00 11:00 - 11:40 11:40 - 12:00 12:00 - 12:30 12:30 - 12:55 12:55 - 13:00 13:00

Networking & Coffee Welcome Message from Event Chair What Makes A Stadium? The Role of the Stadium Consultant The Great Convergence: AV, IT and the New Networked World Networking & Coffee Audio Integrators Discuss Landmark Facility Projects Closing Keynote: EURO2020 and the Future of the Sports Venue Closing Remarks from Event Chair Networking & Drinks

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80in touchscreen for immersive learning GENEE WORLD The new Deluxe range of 10point touchscreens, including the addition of an 80in G-Touch LED screen, has been launched in time for ISE2015. Genee World said the new range of interactive displays also includes 55in, 65in and 70in G-Touch Deluxe screens. With the Deluxe models, teachers and trainers can now beneﬁt from 10-point multi-touch support, built-in OPS slot to retro ﬁt an i3, i5 or i7 processor separately, or employ the built-in Android

operating system. The Full HD 16:9 displays are Mac and Windows compatible, with built-in speakers, and use up to 75% less power than a standard projector. This product release also marks the ﬁrst time Genee World has offered an 80in screen in any of its ranges. With its high-end commercial panel, the G-Touch LED screen can be used 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The British manufacturer claimed this made the G-Touch one of the most durable interactive displays on the market.

Ranjit Singh, CEO of Genee World, said: “We are extremely enthusiastic and excited about the launch of the new 10-point G-Touch screens, particularly the 80in. We have seen a huge increase in the number of our touchscreens going into the marketplace. Many of our customers have told us that they would like a large screen but due to budget constraints they are not able to purchase the 84in model, and they feel that the 70in is just too small for their speciﬁc environment.”

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4K LED screen with smallest pixel pitch

4K LED projector debuts at ISE DIGITAL PROJECTION Claimed to be the world’s ﬁrst full 4K 3-chip DLP LED projector and receiving its ﬁrst public European showing at ISE 2015, the Insight 4K LED from Digital Projection is said to merge the detail and clarity of full 4K resolution with the stunning colour space and black levels of LED illumination. Measuring 32.5cms x 70cms x 93.5cms, the company believes that the projector is 40% of the size and weight of existing 4K projector solutions. Designed for simulation, visualisation, entertainment and other large-screen applications Delivering 2,000 lumens of brightness, Digital Projection says that the Insight 4K LED

boasts a typical 60,000+ hours of stable solid-state illumination with the use of LEDs as a light source, providing a virtually maintenance-free projector that never requires a lamp replacement. The unit has full 4K 3D capability and utilises Display Port 1.2 to deliver up to 60fps 4K sequential input via single cable, or Dual Pipe input capability with two Display Port 1.2 cables. The addition of ColorMax technology is said to allow for accurate colour replication across a blended area, making this a good solution for demanding installations in environments with controlled lighting.

Stand: 1-F60

SILICONCORE TECHNOLOGY The new Lavender 1.2mm pixel pitch screen is claimed to be the smallest LED to ever be developed, which opens up LED to new markets such as close proximity. The 4K also offers several advantages due to SiliconCore’s Common Cathode design, such as low TCO, extended lifespan and enhanced viewing angle. Also new is the Magnolia 1.5mm LED screen and SiliconCore’s anti moiré filter overlay. Besides the Lavender 1.2mm 4K screen, a second Lavender system is being shown with interactive touchscreen capabilities and an anti-moiré filter, which visitors can test using a broadcast camera to view the screen from all angles. “Our innovative anti-moiré filter makes LED accessible

World’s ﬁrst: The Insight 4K LED projector is said to be more compact

C2-2000 family gets new members TVONE Core values: SiliconCore’s new Magnolia 1.5mm pixel pitch LED screen to the broadcasting industry, providing broadcast studios with new levels of freedom and creativity. Our Lavender 1.2mm is currently the highest resolution LED display ever manufactured and opening up new possibilities for close proximity LED solutions,” said Eric Li, SiliconCore President and CEO. The company’s Common

Cathode Technology replaces the traditional Common Anode approach, and is much more efficient at generating a given brightness for a given amount of power, ensuring that less power is wasted as heat, reducing power consumption and increasing the lifespan of the display, resulting in improved total cost of ownership.

Stand: 10-K110

HD UST projector has touch control VIVITEK Claimed to be the world’s ﬁrst Full HD ultra-short throw projector with interactive ﬁnger touch control, Vivitek is showcasing the DH758USTIR along with NovoConnect, Vivitek’s wireless collaboration solution. The Vivitek DH758USTIR is designed for installation in classrooms and other environments where space may

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be limited. The projector can be extended with the optional Interactive Finger Touch module which transforms the whiteboard into an interactive screen that can simultaneously sense up to four touch points on the screen. For those that prefer still to use a pen, two stylus pens are included. The projector is capable of projecting a 100in image from an ultra-short distance, avoiding having shadow on the screen from presenters or

users of the whiteboard. NovoConnect is said to be ideal for conducting presentations onthe-go from multiple tablet devices (up to 64 connections). At what the company claims is a fraction of the cost of similar wireless BYOD solutions, NovoConnect features wireless presentation, 4-to-1 projection, and cross-operating system (PC/tablets) support as well as on-screen annotation.

Stand: 4-R65

Two new derivatives of tvONE’s new C2-2000 series are being demonstrated at ISE. The family now encompasses the previously released C2-2855 Universal Scaler and two new additions: the C2-2755 Video Scaler PLUS and C2-2655 Scan Converter PLUS, both of which are making their debut in Amsterdam. These new designs have more input/output ﬂexibility than any other previous tvONE scaler, the company says. They can be set up and managed using a new front panel or via a computerbased control panel that is said to allow setup in less than a third of the time of the previous generation. The two new derivatives of the C2-2855 are designed to provide ﬂexibility to the user, as the C22755 features the ability to up/

cross convert, and the C2-2655 to down convert, so users may now purchase what they want depending on their needs. Also on show is the Voyager USB 2.0 Fiber Optic KVM extender which enables users to extend beyond the standard 5 metre cable limit for USB peripheral devices. With the Voyager USB 2.0 Fiber Optic KVM extender, USB devices can be located up to 500 metres from the computer. The Voyager USB 2.0 Fiber Optic KVM extender comprises two individual units: the CPU Transceiver and the REMOTE Transceiver.

Stand: 1-M45

Doubling up: The C2-2000 range now includes two new products

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InBrief Bridging the analogue/HD gap GEFEN Three new scalers/ converters from Gefen are said to help bridge the gap between old analogue and new high-deﬁnition systems. All three support legacy VGA devices, allowing them to send content to digital displays, projectors and other downstream equipment. The HDMI & VGA to 3GSDI Scaler/Converter supports a VGA, HDMI or DVI (with adapter) input; the VGA to DVI Scaler/Converter is said to perform a simple and effective conversion of analogue video to a digital output, scaling resolutions up to 1920 x 1200; and the VGA & Audio to HDMI Scaler/Converter converts analogue video and audio to the HDMI format for linking older equipment to newer displays and projectors. The Gefen Syner-G software suite, meanwhile, provides automatic input detection, advanced EDID management and a simple path for ﬁrmware upgrades. Stand: 1-M45

Small pitch LEDs in the net SHENZHEN Q-COLOR TECH A transparent LED net and small pitch LED TV screens are among the new offerings from Q-Color. Its P2.5mm indoor HD LED TV Screen boasts high refresh rates, high grey level, high brightness, and low power consumption, with a contrast ratio of more than 5,000:1. The system is also lightweight, with a high-precision design that reduces the space needed for the transportation and installation, and offers good heat-dissipation

performance with no noise. It supports adjustable colour temperatures within the 2,500K to 10,000K range, and suggested applications include command and dispatch centres, communication services, airport or highway monitoring, large-scale meeting rooms or conference centres, weather broadcasts, cinemas and TV studios. Also new is Q-Color’s MS-84 second generation customisedshape transparent LED net screen, which can be ﬁtted in a wide

range of applications. The ﬂexible screen is thin and light, and could be used in such applications as stage or lighting backgrounds, sports arenas, or anywhere that needs specially shaped screens. It uses nylon 10mm-thick PC material that can be curved, folded or hanging. These can be combined to create shapes including ovals, curls and circles. It weighs less than 900g/sqm and is transparent when the power is off

(with a transparency of at least 84%). Its modular design means it can be connected quickly to construct a whole screen with a metal-free structure. Pixel pitches for these products can be customised (from 25mm).

Stand: 11-P40

Net effect: Q-Color’s second generation transparent LED net screen

Stick-on screen SCREENLINE Featuring, says the company, improved gain, improved viewing angle and improved ‘cleanability’, the latest version of the Screen-App ﬁlm screen is on show here. According to the company, Screen-App is unique because of its composition. It has been designed to be installed on various kinds of surfaces such as composites and laminates, plaster, wood, PVC, glass or even old blackboards, and features a special self-adhesive backing using ‘bubble-free’ technology which easily removes the air underneath. Stand: 1-M122

Global learning QSC AUDIO PRODUCTS Enhancements to Q-Sys training and education curriculums include improved tracking and ﬂexibility for online students, new language options – including Chinese Mandarin – and a revised Q-Sys Level 2 curriculum aimed at standardising the Level 2 training experience across all QSC global partners. Stand: 7-H200

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Deep bass for walls of sound

EXHIBITOR Q&A

MONITOR AUDIO

Holger Graeff General manager EMEA, Vivitek In your opinion, what is the best thing about the ISE show? There are quite a few factors that make ISE for us a great show – start of year, location, number of global visitors, new technology, training – but perhaps the best thing is that it is the ideal place for meeting all existing and new customers. The three days of the show are some of my most productive in the whole year. What do you think are the key developments in, or threats to, your market sector at the current time? Various display technologies are considered for all kinds of

meeting room environments and training facilities. The big picture experience, for us at Vivitek, starts at 90in screen size and can only efficiently be realised with (front) projection technology. High brightness, high resolution and versatility is driving our industry. Wireless collaboration solutions is another area in which there is a lot of interest at present and we have solutions that meet this emerging need. Why should delegates visit your stand at ISE 2015? Our new DU9000 is a must-see for anyone wanting to see the

direction large-venue projection is heading. Great performance plus a range of interchangeable lenses specially designed for fixed install. We also have the DH758USTIR on our stand – the world’s first Full HD, ultra-short-throw projector with finger-touch technology underlines our world-leadership in this category.

Stand: 4-R65

Saving energy, reducing costs LUTRON What the company describes as its unique approach to total light management is the focus for Lutron at ISE 2015. Enabling home owners and businesses to get the right balance between artiﬁcial and natural light, Lutron claims that it is the only company offering both light and blind solutions that help deliver improved health and wellbeing, productivity and energy savings. On show on the Lutron stand are its LED solutions, including the EcoSystem 5-Series LED driver 35W and 50W. These devices, needed to operate and vary the intensity of light output from LED lamp sources, are said to signiﬁcantly increase efficiency and save energy. Lutron is also showcasing Light fantastic: Lutron is demonstrating lighting solutions for the whole house

myRoom, a family of guestroom control solutions that offer what the company says are contemporary design, energyefficient, affordable control options that help differentiate a property or hotel and delight guests. myRoom features tactile and audible feedback, automatic programming, control and comfort, says Lutron, saving energy, reducing operating costs and increasing guest satisfaction/ loyalty. Graﬁk T Slider is a new architecturally designed dimmer for the smart home market and commercial dimming applications. It marries Lutron touch dimming technology with intuitive, minimalist design. Designed to automatically control lights via RF communication to compatible

dimming and switching devices, Lutron’s Radio Powr Savr Wireless Occupancy/Vacancy Ceiling Sensor features wireless, battery-powered, passive infrared sensors. The company is showing a slimmer and smaller version of these sensors that detect the heat from people moving within an area to determine when the space is occupied. Sensors then wirelessly transmit the appropriate commands to the associated dimming and switching devices to turn the lights on or off automatically. Also showcased is a wide range of energy-saving solutions, including Lutron’s newest Quantum Vue Software for total light management that are accessible from any mobile device, and a new keypads line.

Stand: 4-R56

A flexible in-wall subwoofer designed to add deep bass frequencies to architectural speaker systems is on show at Monitor Audio’s stand. The system is an amalgam of the IWS-10 subwoofer driver, IWA250 amplifier and IWB-10 back box. The company says the IWS10 subwoofer driver generated excellent bass depth with maximum installation flexibility. It employs a 10in highly rigid, surface of 10mm Rigid Diaphragm Technology (RDT) material. RDT is a sandwich of C-CAM alloy, bonded to a honeycomb Nomex core. The resulting properties of low mass and great strength give the driver the ability to behave as an extremely agile piston, resistant to bending and light enough to deliver an accurate bass response through large excursions, even within a shallow 81mm profile. A large vented pole helps to move air quickly, reducing power compression and improving heat dissipation. The company says the IWS-10 has been specified to produce excellent bass quality in a range of wall, ceiling, and even floor locations, ideally but not exclusively with its IWB-10 back box, so introducing wider retrofit possibilities. It features Monitor Audio’s

patented Tri-grip clamping system which is easier to install and provides three times the surface area of a conventional dog-leg type clamp, offering better overall surface sealing. The IWS-10’s trimless grille and frame edge are paintable to blend discreetly with décor. When used with the IWB10 back box, the IWS-10 will return optimum controlled performance. The IWB-10 is a sealed pre-construction back box, built from MDF and laminated with a rugged black Sandex vinyl finish. With an internal volume of 24l, it is designed to fit between standard 14in stud spacing and comes supplied with adjustable steel fit brackets. The IWA-250 switch mode amplifier will power single or dual IWS-10s, delivering up to 250W into 4ohms and comes in a heavy-duty 1U rack mount case.

Stand: 5-R117

Walled in: The in-wall subwoofer aims to deliver optimum controlled bass in new walls or bass augmentation for retroﬁts

Compact Decora speaker with big presence RDL EUROPE The D Series-SP1A Decora-style loudspeaker is a compact wallmountable unit with concealed strengths. Radio Design Labs (RDL) says the 2W, 8-ohm loudspeaker in its Decora-compatible wall or chassis mount will deliver rich, detailed sound. The company adds that the neodymium driver in the unit creates audio clarity and frequency response expected from larger speakers. The steel enclosure provides full baffling in a tightly sealed rigid structure. This produces sonic presence within an extended frequency range that is again more a signature of larger speakers. Internal ﬁltering rolls

off out-of-band frequencies to reduce distortion and increase peak power capability, while dispersion covers a spherical area of nearly 180° when the speaker is mounted in a wall. The Decora format and allmetal design allow the D SeriesSP1A to be installed into a wide variety of environments and applications, wherever a highquality compact, wall- or surfacemounted speaker is required. Models are available with grilles in black, white, grey or steel. The input is connected through a two-position detachable terminal block on the rear panel. The speaker operates with a continuous audio input up to 2W, making it suited to be driven by speech or music content from ampliﬁers with a maximum rated power of up to 10W.

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Projector enclosures for rental & staging TEMPEST The company’s first product purpose-designed for the AV rental and staging market, the Verdigo 7500, has been introduced by Tempest. The first of a series of new products for this sector, the Verdigo 7500 Series is designed to protect projectors, using Tempest’s Digital Enclosure Control (DEC) system and patented Goldilocks operating system to guarantee an optimum operating environment. The enclosure’s hydrophobic and oleophobic filters are designed to keep out oil, smoke, salt air and other pollutants, as well as protect the projector from dust and sand particle ingress. “Verdigo is built for the road,” said Tim Burnham, president of Tempest. “We’ve developed this new product in partnership with leading rental houses to make sure it meets the demanding requirements of repeated use and provides a protected, environmentally controlled and

easy to install enclosure for projectors. It’s much better than using tarps and scaffold and will keep expensive projectors secure and protected during use at indoor and outdoor events. It will also help AV companies maximise their return by minimising cleaning and downtime between rentals.” Verdigo features a stainless steel frame and lightweight aluminium panels to ensure optimum strength and weight. Stainless steel stacking studs and locking clamps allow secure stacking, up to four units high. Tempest’s Verdigo incorporates two rows of threaded inserts in the top which align with standard truss widths for simple rigging, using standard hardware. Projector alignment is said to be made easy with large,

easily accessible pan, tilt and roll adjustment, and the whole projector mount ﬂips up or down to enable simple access and adjustment for tabletop or ceilingmount lens shift. Verdigo models are compatible with Panasonic PT-DZ21, Christie M-Series and Roadster, and Barco HDX and HDF projectors. Verdigo can also be customised to suit any projector and any rental operation.

Stand: 4-U63

Upstaging: The Verdigo enclosure is compatible with popular rental/staging projectors

Focus on Ethernet Keypad Controllers SY The SY Ethernet Keypad Controllers feature soft-touch buttons and a number of device connection ports suitable, says the company, for all common as well as more advanced applications. The SY Ethernet Keypad Controllers feature bidirectional serial or infrared ports, input detection ports, output ports for relay control, USB conﬁguration, and low voltage power – making them, according to SY, the most powerful devices available in their class. The SY Device Suite software is said to provide a powerful yet easy-to-use tool for conﬁguring the SY-KP Series Ethernet Keypad Controllers to respond as the user wishes. Open standards – Ethernet and serial control protocols – are supported, allowing easy integration with other control systems when required. The units feature a timeout period; after a period of inactivity, and they can be set to automate scripts – a power off sequence, for example. Each button on

the SY Keypad Controllers features a tri-colour LED to allow feedback colour or state to be programmed or changed on receipt of information back from the bidirectional serial ports. Onboard Ethernet brings the added benefits of a web GUI, with interfaces to Windows, iOS and Android devices for web control of the keypad. Up to ten network devices can be controlled from a single Ethernet Keypad. SY Keypad Controllers fit in standard UK and European size back boxes and are supplied in a smooth matt white finish that is said to be mark resistant.

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Key features: Controllers are suitable for everyday and more complex applications

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Wireless microphones for the Executive Elite REVOLABS For medium- to large-sized applications, Revolabs has introduced a new ﬂagship Executive Elite four- and eight-channel wireless microphone system, which

it claims brings the market’s ﬁrst and only cloud server option for boardrooms and conference rooms. Users will be able to access a combination of local and remote cloud-based capabilities that should offer increased ﬂexibility

for enhanced setup, management, and monitoring. For integrators and end users, this should mean more easily managed services for all Elite systems installed across an enterprise, while administrators can access information such

as microphone status, audio and radio signal strength, and system performance via a web-based interface. To further facilitate installation, Executive Elite’s remote antenna receiver and base units connect via a standard Cat6 cable with power over Ethernet support and can be placed up to 100m away from each other.

The system’s redesigned microphones feature a “Fortune 500” look, plus heightened audio pickup, improved signal-tonoise ratio, easy installation and operation, and enhanced digital signal communication over wireless links. Also making their European debut are Revolabs’ new Elite Wired Microphones, which use the same sleek form factor and design as the rest of the Executive Elite range. They are claimed to deliver “outstanding audio pickup, simple installation, and easy maintenance” while integrating seamlessly with existing conferencing setups.

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AV sparks need for precise power INTEGRA PDU First-time exhibitor Integra builds standard and customised heavyduty power distribution units or mains distribution units that allow raw mains power input to be distributed in exactly the format required physically (using any appropriate plug/socket combinations) and electrically. “We’ll build single-phase or threephase distribution panels tailored to very exact speciﬁcations,” explained Paul Naish, sales and marketing manager. “The norm in commercial or domestic electrical wiring is to provide ample sockets (outlets) for everything you might want to run on a given circuit, and then ﬁt spares just in case. Since in Europe there is more often than not 100A available, there is very little chance of the load ever reaching the available threshold. Where AV installations are concerned, just as with any critical IT application, it’s different.” This can mean that a circuit could be running at 80% capacity or more, so any spike or sudden additional draws could kill the system. This is why AV system circuits typically have sufficient outlets and power for a certain number of appliances, and no more. “We’ll provision exactly what is needed in terms of electrical distribution, and make the most sensible and safest use of the power available, and will wire things to exact standards in order to ensure a balanced use of available power, with redundancy if required. For instance, where we know that the running power draw of the AV application is close to the maximum capacity of the power available, we’ll implement soft-start sequencing technology so that system boot-up is reliably achieved every time,” he continued. Integra also offers circuit monitoring so that before anything is added to a circuit it’s easy to see how close to capacity it is, and send alarms via email, SMS or SNMP trap.

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NVRs and pinhole cameras LILIN

ANALYSIS Variations in 4K 4K UHD video is widely seen as a vast improvement to HD, but there is some confusion in format and resolution in the category. Steve Montgomery clarifies the different versions available Despite widespread reference to the latest video format as ‘4K’ or ‘UHDTV’, there is some confusion between the different resolutions, frame rates and colour quality currently on offer. Manufacturers throughout the professional AV industry already offer products that are, in their words, able to handle 4K UHDTV. But not all 4K is the same, a fact that has the potential to create problems: not just in the distribution and display of signals, but in loss of image quality – both of which can affect the implementation and overall satisfaction of the installed system. Firstly, the terminology itself is unclear. UHDTV, ultra-highdeﬁnition TV refers to two new and vastly different video formats: 4K and 8K. These ﬁgures refer to the horizontal resolutions of the displayed images and there has been a shift in the naming convention: the emphasis has moved from vertical (picture lines) to horizontal (columns). For now, only 4K is viable, with 8K seen as the eventual successor. Differing resolutions As with previous picture formats there is a variation of aspect ratios within the 4K category depending upon application. Digital cinemas have adopted a resolution of 4096 x 2160 pixels established by the Digital Cinema Initiative at an aspect ratio of 19:10. A slew of DCI-compatible projectors is currently available with this native resolution

from the major manufacturers, including Barco, Christie, NEC, Sony and Digital Projection. The broadcast industry has adopted a different resolution, 3840 x 2160, with an aspect ratio at the more familiar 16:9 format. Consequently LCD displays for home and commercial use are manufactured to this format, rather than the DCI version of 4K. Leading LCD manufacturers, such as LG, NEC, Panasonic, Samsung and Sony, ship 4K displays at sizes from 40in to over 100in. However, resolution and pixel formats are not the whole story. Images are painted onto a display screen at a speciﬁc rate, the refresh rate. Faster rates are better; reproducing moving images more realistically and reducing motion blur. While devotees of celluloid ﬁlm advocate 24fps (frames per second) for its cinematic effect, there is a growing tendency towards faster rates. As a result, UHD frames rates are a minimum of 30fps with 60fps and above preferred, but these come at a cost: faster frame rates require greater transmission bandwidth. Also, the method by which colour images are converted to digital signals greatly affects the clarity and quality of the image. The process used since the earliest days of colour television is chroma subsampling, in which luminance and colour information are separately sampled and transmitted. This is a compression technology that allows the signal to pass

through limited transmission bandwidth, and, as expected, delivers a better quality image with greater bandwidth. Required bandwidth These three characteristics combine to influence the quality and bandwidth requirements of 4K UHD video signals. Unfortunately, the most desirable combination for general, non-cinematic, applications (3840 x 2160 @60fps, 4:4:4 colour subsampling) requires a bandwidth of 18Gb/s. This is beyond the specification of HDMI 1.4 so most currently available displays are limited to a lesser quality: 30fps and 4:2:2 subsampling. HDMI 2.0 should improve the situation by allocating sufficient bandwidth, and large screen displays are currently emerging with this interface. The situation is less encouraging on the source side. For entertainment applications, there are few native 4K UHD sources: TV settop boxes and Blu-ray players are limited to 1080p. Netflix is currently the only 4K service available. although more online transmissions should come onstream in 2015. Professional media players for digital signage and event projection are, however, more abundant with manufacturers such as Brightsign, Onelan, Nexcom, AOPEN, Green Hippo, iBASE and 7th Sense recently adding 4K players to their line-ups.

A new series of network video recorders and a tiny IP camera are the main introductions from Lilin at ISE 2015. It is exhibiting with Control4, to demonstrate how the products integrate seamlessly with home control systems. Speciﬁcally developed for the custom installation market, the new NVRs have no front panel controls, are ﬁnished in high gloss black and are now sold on processing performance rather than number of channels. The new units are all 16 channel, and are available in 100, 200 and 400 frames per second versions “meaning that not only are customer requirements better matched, but it is also now possible to buy a 16-channel HD NVR cheaper than our original four-channel model”, said a spokesperson. The three models all allow remote monitoring in real-time, support up to 4TB storage capacity, with bit rates of 32-48Mbps (depending on model), offer userfriendly video playback (with video searchable by time or date), with plug-and-

play one-click auto installation with LILIN WS Discovery and IPScan driver, have low bandwidth remote viewing, and come with VGA and HDMI video outputs. Lilin’s new modular pinhole camera (IPC0122) is a discreet IP model. The main unit and HD 2-megapixel CMOS image sensor unit are connected by a 6m long cable providing ﬂexibility in where to place the main unit. It can stream 1080p images at 30fp (using H.264 and Motion JPEG multi-proﬁle video streaming) and send alarms via email triggered by tampering, audio and motion detection. It is also supported by a Lilin app, so that users can view cameras streama wherever they are. The IPC0122 also supports two-way audio and can record to an SD card.

Stand: 10-N114

Covert camera: Lilin’s new modular IPC0122 pinhole model

GBOX makes UHD link up OPTICOMM-EMCORE The new GBOX Series of throwdown box transmitters and receivers for uncompressed video, audio and data transmission over ﬁbre, CatX and IP are compatible with OpticommEmcore’s Genesis matrix switch for multipoint applications. GBOX is suitable for standalone, point-to-point, and pointto-multipoint applications when connected through Genesis XD. It also supports HDMI 1.4b with HDCP, VGA and Component video, stereo analogue audio, bidirectional RS-232, 10/100 Ethernet, IR and CEC over ﬁbre

and CatX/HDBaseT. Remote keyboard, video and mouse (KVM) applications are also supported along with optional USB 2.0 for integrated hard drives and other USB devices. It has 10.3Gbps optics support, for multimode fibre up to 300m or single-mode fibre up to 10km. The first of the GBOX series, the GBX-F-HDMI-VGA, is a single fibre extender that supports two auto-detecting video interfaces: HDMI 1.4b for digital video sources with Audio Return Channel, Ethernet and CEC, as well as VGA and component video for legacy analogue sources.

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iWall now sized for the boardroom MULTITOUCH The new mid-sized MultiTaction iWall interactive display is described as “a social experience, inspiring users to collaborate, communicate and explore.” Comprising nine 55in MultiTaction displays, the new turnkey iWall has been introduced in response to customer requests for a more boardroom-sized system, as the existing iWall comprises 12 units. The iWall offers 18-megapixel resolution and is designed to be an attention-grabbing feature for high-value corporate or public locations, with MultiTouch’s proprietary Computer Vision Through Screen technology providing fast responsiveness to any number of concurrent users. Running a customised MultiTaction Experience application (ﬁve days of custom development is included in the turnkey package), the latest iWall allows simultaneous touch, IR pen and

object recognition, with 200+ frames per second tracking and Enriched Reality. It uses Full HD, ultra-thin bezel displays, with a pixel-to-pixel gap of less than 6mm between adjacent screens, which are claimed to produce high-resolution images that remain clearly deﬁned whether a user is on the other side of the room or just inches away. Further personalisation of the user experience is possible using MultiTaction’s Codice IDs, which can be printed on visitor badges or ID cards, allowing for enhanced, fast interaction with the iWall for personalised content and transactions - also providing valuable analytics on user behaviour. MultiTaction iWall comes with an aluminium mounting and cooling structure with side plates and hidden access door, a server-class computer, internal cabling and LAN switch, speaker system, onsite installation and training.

Stand: 9-F137, 9-G140 The interactive MultiTaction iWall can handle any number of concurrent users

Tessera receives new level of LED performance BROMPTON TECHNOLOGY The new generation R2 receiver card for Brompton Technology’s Tessera LED Video Processing platform is claimed to drive LED video performance to new levels. “Our aim with Tessera is to provide LED processing that is really high performance but can also control almost any LED panel on the market. The challenge with R2 was to design a card which is compatible with existing panel designs, but which isn’t held back by the lowest common denominator,” said technical product manager Richard Leivers. R2 is based around the SO-DIMM module form factor, which means its almost six times smaller than its previous

generation, “so it can fit into even the tightest panel enclosure, ” he added. “At the same time we have quadrupled the capacity compared with our existing card to 64K pixels. We’ve also added support for our unique new LVDS signalling mode alongside traditional LVCMOS. LVDS has significant advantages and allows higher refresh rates and pixel counts with lower RF emissions.” Partner programme manager Rob Fowler added that Tessera “has significant advantages over some of the other LED processing in the market, such as 3G-SDI input, scaling, panel rotation and genlocking not to mention the user friendly interface.”

Stand: 11-K40

HCS-5100 is upgraded TAIDEN The HCS-5100 Digital Infrared Language Distribution System from Taiden now beneﬁts from a series of upgrades, and these are being showcased by the company at ISE. Enhancements include support of 1+39 channels of simultaneous interpretation - up from a total of 32 – and an increase in transmission range by more than 20%. This, says the company, allows it to support even larger international meetings. The system uses a proprietary Taiden chipset and is compliant with international standards – such as IEC 61603-7 and IEC 60914 - for digital IR systems. It features a complete LCD language name display, a 270° super wide reception angle and transmitter combination mode, making it, according to the company, the world’s most advanced IR language

distribution system. Capable of distributing a maximum of 4, 8, 16 or 32 audio channels and said to be immune to interference from HF-driven lighting, the HCS-5100 provides automatic synchronisation: the

Multichannel meetings: The HCS-5100 can now support 1+39 channels of simultaneous interpretation

number of available channels is the same as number of channels in use by the system. A bypass mode can be used for signal distribution to multiple rooms, and delay compensation for cable transmission is also featured. Taiden also emphasises the security of the unit: conference privacy is said to be guaranteed as infrared signals do not pass through opaque walls or ceilings, freeing users from worries about eavesdropping and radio interference that it says are inherent in radio wave-based wireless communications.

Stand: 3-A118

Screens any size, any shape AV STUMPFL Perhaps better known for its solutions for multimedia presentations and show control, AV Stumpﬂ also has a range of projection screens – and is showcasing them at ISE 2015. The company’s borderless Fullwhite projection screen is now available in more compact packaging dimensions to allow for easier transportation. To reduce the risk of surface damage and simplify the mounting process, the Fullwhite Compact is available with what AV Stumpﬂ describes as

innovative setup supports. A variety of standard formats is offered, but the company points out that the screen is a modular system and can therefore also be made to measure for applications such as panoramic soft edge projection. The Fullwhite screen is said to be very popular for ﬂying screen applications and features numerous different mounting solutions; multiple Fullwhite projection screens can also be connected to create projected walls or cubes. It consists of a basic frame that can be sized to any format by adding or removing

plug-in elements, a principle that AV Stumpﬂ has used on its Vario type mobile projection screens for many decades. The VarioClip screen is now available with AV Stumpﬂ’s VarioLock fast locking mechanism which is said to allow for quick, tool-free connection. The VarioClip was, according to the company, designed in response to problems faced in the rental/staging industry of projection screens becoming too tight in cold winter operations – but too loose in warm, wet environments.

Stand: 1-H6, 1-H3, 1-N1

Cables respond to new rules PROCAB With the new requirements for permanent public installations concerning fire and flammability resistance, Procab says that it has seen huge growth in market demand for cables with specific requirements in terms of smoke and halogen emissions and retardant properties when exposed to flames. The company has responded with the launch of the Contractor Series. The series offers cables compliant with IEC 60032 standards and includes a wide variety of specifications, offering solutions for almost any audio, video or data interconnection, Procab believes. Examples include

loudspeaker cables in different cross-sections from 18 AWG to 11 AWG; microphone cables with a range of specifications in terms of gauge and shielding; high-definition HDMI video cables; RG59 and RG6 coaxial cables; and a variety of Cat5e, Cat6 and Cat7 networking cables in different configurations. The conductors are protected by a solid and smooth NHFR (nonhalogen flame retarded) outer jacket which Procab claims offers an optimal installation experience

when pulling through tubes or ﬁxing in ducts. Conductors use tinned copper oxygen-free strands (if applicable to cable speciﬁcation) which are said to offer superior anti-corrosive properties and longevity. The Contractor Series is designed, says Procab, to offer a great installer experience with reliable signal transmission and allow installation in the shortest possible time.

Stand: 4-U35 The Contractor Series is IEC 60032 compliant

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EDITORS AND CONTRIBUTORS Paddy Baker This year sees Paddy Baker returning to the ISE Daily editor’s chair for the eighth consecutive occasion. He has been editor of Installation since 2007 – half the publication’s lifetime – and has overseen its transition from a print-only title to a multifaceted media brand, which last year launched successful awards and conference events. He is also executive editor of Tech&Learning UK. Prior to joining Installation he edited One to One, a title for the optical media manufacturing market. Michael Nicholson Michael Nicholson is an experienced magazine editor and journalist. While he specialises in professional AV, he also possesses a broad knowledge of communication functions and works at a senior level in publishing, PR and for various marketing communication agencies. Michael has travelled extensively with his work, often to attend tradeshows around the world. This has allowed him to develop a deep understanding of exhibitions and conferences. Andy Stout Over the course of a quarter of a century, freelance writer and editor Andy Stout has written for most of the major publications covering the broadcast and film industries on both sides of the Atlantic. In recent years he has served as launch editor of SVG Europe, has played a key role in the continuing evolution of The IBC Daily, and amongst a plethora of other projects and outlets is currently European editor of RedShark News. Joanne Ruddock Joanne Ruddock has been managing editor of Installation since 2008 and has been involved in the production of The ISE Daily since 2010. She is also managing editor of PSNEurope and the recently launched Audio Media International as well as executive editor of Tech&Learning UK. She has also been part of the team for The AES Daily and The IBC Daily. Before entering the AV industry Joanne edited or contributed to publications covering commercial property, finance and law. Michael Burns Michael Burns has been a journalist and content producer working in the design, film, broadcast and interactive sectors for around 19 years. His work can regularly be found in publications and online, including Broadcast, Televisual, Broadcast Tech, SVG Europe, Digital Arts, The IBC Daily and more. Recently he has branched out into conference production, producing and curating a summit on visual effects in London, as well as other events.

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Burns has had four books published covering digital art and multimedia production, does occasional work as a producer and copywriter for digital agencies and keeps an enthusiastic eye on VFX, design and animation at www.ﬁredbydesign.com David Fox David Fox has worked for various broadcasters as a writer, producer, director and reporter in TV and radio, and has worked as a journalist for national newspapers and magazines in the UK and Ireland. Among other things, he writes regularly about TV technology for TVBEurope. Monica Heck Monica Heck is a bilingual freelance journalist and copywriter based in Dublin, Ireland and working internationally. She has been ‘in tech’ for nearly 15 years, in marketing before training as a journalist. Monica writes about broadcast, pro AV and IT in print and online. She is also the editor of Retail Technology magazine. Aside from technology, she loves reading and writing about business, art, science and music. Her confusing Swiss-Irish genetic mix makes her the most organised laid-back person you’ll ever meet. Ian McMurray 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. Lindsey Adler Lindsey Adler is editor of the US-based Systems Contractor News (SCN). She previously worked as the associate editor for both SCN and Residential Systems, writing about commercial and residential AV for systems contractors and custom installers. This included reporting for the InfoComm Daily and the CEDIA Daily, which she will serve as editor and managing editor for, respectively, in 2015. Her personal topics of interest include live sound, high-resolution audio, and the workplace of the future, in addition to engaging a younger generation of AV professionals through her work.

George Cole 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. Kirsten Nelson Kirsten Nelson (@ kirstennelson) is founding editor of The Ledger (readtheledger.com) and editor at large of the USbased Systems Contractor News (SCN). She has written about the AV integration business for 16 years and frequently serves as a keynote speaker, panellist and guest presenter for industry events, podcasts and video hangouts. Nelson received the 2013 WAVE Mentor Award, and she continues to support the industry through her content marketing services company, Flint (ﬂintcontent.com). David Davies David Davies has been writing about professional AV and broadcast technology for 15 years. He is managing editor of Sports Video Group (SVG) Europe and continues to contribute to a host of trade publications, including PSNEurope, PSNLive and Installation. 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. Steve Montgomery 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. His main interest in is understanding technology and concepts and turning it into informative communication.

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CoverPlus365 gets ISE launch EPSON EUROPE Alongside new projector launches, Epson is showcasing a new preand post-sale service and support programme. CoverPlus365 gives installation customers direct access to trained Epson experts, who can provide guidance and support at all stages, from presales advice, to complex system integration and installation. They will also provide training and advice to ensure customers have the necessary skills to identify and resolve faults quickly, should they arise. The European launch at ISE 2015 follows a successful trial in the UK. Customers will have access to spare projectors, lamps and ﬁlters to store on their site, helping provide maximum continuity and keep downtime

The new EB-G6970WU corporate projector features HDBaseT connectivity for added ﬂexibility to an absolute minimum, which Epson notes is ideal for business critical installations. “CoverPlus365 provides our customers with unmatched service responsiveness and will help us cement our growing reputation for providing unrivalled support and assistance to the AV market,” said Daniel Rose, product manager, Epson Europe. ISE 2015 also marks the ﬁrst

European showing of Epson’s new EH-LS10000 laser projector, its ﬁrst to feature 4K enhancement technology. It utilises a dual laser light source to deliver what Epson says are absolute blacks and the company’s widest colour gamut. The company is also exhibiting an update to its EB-G6000 range of corporate and higher education installation projectors.

Stand: 1-H75

‘Return on emotion’ brings in fans EVS “Addiction can be very negative, but also positive,” theorised Xavier De Vynck, VP of business development at EVS in his session “Generating the return on emotion - serving the sports fans better” at the ISE Commercial Solutions Theatre. “If people are addicted to sports, they’ll come back to the stadium.” Indicating the rapidly changing media landscape, with mobility ruling the day, De Vynck described how live content delivered online can actually help attract people back to the stadium. Rather than staying at home to watch the game, or feeling like they missed a play from the stands, fans gain more satisfaction by watching replays from multiple angles on their own portable devices.

In addition to mobile video, he also noted the importance of producing engaging content for digital signage and displays in luxury suites. A new trend is to direct content directly at women in the stadiums to boost the numbers of female fans who come to games, and in-stadium apps can help sell empty seats at a reduced price to fans who want to upgrade. “The next step when you connect people in the stadium is you identify them with fan relationship applications,” said De Vynck. The demographics of fans can be gathered via the apps and clips they watch. “We see that video is very important, once people are into the app it connects them to all sorts of things. It’s all about getting them into the app and into the game.”

Stand: 8-H110

Towers of strength FENIX Five ranges of lifting towers are on show from Fenix, offering a variety of loading capacity and applications. The entry level in the telescopic ELV Series, the ELV-100/31 has a maximum height of 3.80m and weighs 26kg but is able to lift up to 100kg, while the ELV-300/6, which weighs 100kg, has a maximum height of 6.10m and is able to carry three times its own weight. The new Megara Series of towers have the same speciﬁcations and advantages as the ELV series but are positioned at a much more affordable price for customers, says Fenix. In addition there is the Megara 125, a 46kg tower capable of lifting 125kg and a maximum height of 4.50m. The lifting towers in the Megara range use a traditional outrigger system, which allows for

quick and easy assembly. The AT Series are front loading lifting towers, available in three models: AT-04, AT-05 and AT-06. They are available in a choic of two colours: aluminium and black. Fenix says the AT series are perfect for ﬂying line array systems, with the top of the range model standing a maximum height of 6.50m and able to lift 250kg. The Hercules series are super frontal loading lifting towers, available in two models.cHercules 6.5 is the strongest, able to lift up to 350kg, while Hercules 8 can reach the greater height, a maximum of 8m. The IN series is composed of two models of aluminium lifting towers, which Fenix says are perfect for raising structures and industrial equipment. The 3.90m IN-3 can lift 180kg, while the IN-4

has greater reach with an extended height of 5.10m, but has a maximum load pegged at 150kg.

Stand: 7-H235

Compact comprehensive AoIP console on show LAWO

Heavyweight: The Megara 150 telescopic lifting tower accepts a maximum load of 150kg

ZyPer4K zips in with cost savings ZEEVEE ZeeVee called a press conference yesterday to launch the new ZyPer4K switcher, which sees the company move from delivering easy to manage video distribution over coax to an even easier to deploy and more cost-effective system that uses standard 10Gbps Ethernet switches. “It means a signiﬁcant cost saving, rapid deployment and zero programming – basically allowing the end customer to use the network platform they already have. We’re hardware agnostic,” said Danny Barr, VP new product business development. ZyPer4K

also provides seamless switching and videowall capabilities. “We have a lot of scalability and flexibility within the architecture, which can take in any 4K/ Ultra HD 30Hz source, convert it, uncompressed, into 10Gbps signals over fibre, and use a standard switch to send it where you want to.” ZeeVee is looking at adding 60Hz UHD in future, but that would require compression. It is “focused on giving installers a way to deploy systems faster and avoid the limitations common to fixed chassis sizes,” said ZeeVee’s CEO, Bob Michaels. “Since the inception of video matrix switching, customers have been forced into

De Vynck: “If people are addicted to sports, they’ll come back to the stadium.”

Zip it up: Barr with ZeeVee’s small new ZyPer4K seeking extensive certiﬁcations to deploy costly, proprietary switchers with limited interoperability. ZyPer4K reinvents signal distribution.”

The mc²36 audio console is being showcased by Lawo. The all-in-one mixing desk has a feature set that covers broadcast, theatre, religious, live and install applications. Natively equipped with Ravenna/AES67 technology, the mc²36 integrates into IP infrastructures. The compact console boasts a DSP micro-core with internal 512x512 port audio matrix and integrated I/O, which Lawo claimed suited it to permanent installations with limited space, as well as to rental companies looking to optimise transportation. All production data can be saved on a USB stick and transferred to another console, also particularly valuable in rental applications. The 21.5in Full HD touchscreens work with touch-sensitive, illuminated colour rotary encoders to provide intuitive operations, such as activating an automatic

dynamic window pop-up when the users touches the dynamics encoders, with auto-close function. The console’s interfaces include 32 mic/line inputs, 32 line outputs, eight digital AES3 inputs, eight digital AES3 outputs, eight GPIO ports, one MADI (SFP) port, three Ravenna/AES67 channels, and a headphone jack. In addition to the onboard I/O, a MADI tie-line connection and three Ravenna/ AES67 audio-over-IP ports provide connectivity for up to 384 external inputs and outputs. A 5RU stagebox, the mc² Compact I/O, can expand the mc² 36’s connectivity. Connected via Cat5 or ﬁbre, the stagebox provides an additional 32 mic/ line inputs, 32 line outputs, eight digital AES3 inputs,eight digital AES3 outputs, eight GPIO and a MADI port. mc² 36 allows connection of three mc² Compact I/O boxes and networking with mc² consoles and Lawo Nova audio routers.

Stand: 7-W210

The mc²36 audio console easily integrates into IP infrastructures

Stand: 10-N149

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Screen for outdoor Agreement extends uniﬁed communications to Inﬁnity digital signage RICOH EUROPE/PEXIP

The MultiSync X474HB has brightness of up to 2000cd/sqm

NEC DISPLAY SOLUTIONS At the end of 2014, the MultiSync X474HB large format display was launched by NEC Display Solutions, and it is one of the centrepieces of the company’s ISE 2015 stand. Targeted at digital signage applications in high-brightness environments requiring sunlightreadable operation, the 47in LCD display is designed to intelligently adapt to its surroundings, offering a bright, clear image when required, without wasting energy when it’s not. With brightness of up to 2000 nits – nearly three times that of most other NEC large format displays – the company says that the X474HB is easily visible in shopping windows or cabinets for outdoor applications. “Large-format LCD displays often struggle to be as effective in unshaded outdoor conditions where the temperature and brightness of sunlight wash out the image,” said Tobias Augustin, product manager public display solutions at NEC Display Solutions Europe. “To compensate, these displays are often run at

maximum brightness, wearing out the display lifetime faster whilst image performance is still unsatisfactory. “NEC’s X474HB display addresses these issues with a high brightness display that is designed to cope with the durability and readability challenges often arising in sunlit areas. As such, this display is ideal for any heavy-duty digital signage application that requires enhanced visual performance, flexible control and connectivity as well as long operating hours.” The 10-bit colour S-IPS panel with direct LED backlight is said to ensure optimal visual ergonomics thanks to deeper black levels, improved contrast and readability and lower power consumption. The X474HB also features a 110°C TNI, meaning the liquid crystals won’t distort and go black in the heat of direct sunlight. As well as a full high-definition high-brightness panel, the display incorporates a ShineOut Anti-Glare coating, and a QuarterLambda optical filter is used to overcome polarisation of light emitted by the display.

Stand: 4-R24

Ubuntu-based AvediaServer offers secure IPTV gateway

Reinforcing ISE’s reputation as a place where business happens, two exhibitors have used the show to announce their new working relationship. Ricoh is to use Pexip’s Infinity platform to power its new UCS-P3500 (and other UCS products) for videoconferencing. “It was important for us to base our Ricoh Unified Communication System on a platform that can scale with enterprise user requirements, and enables us to flexibly provide our customers with the quality and capacity they demand,” said Hede Nonaka, corporate senior VP, VC Business Group, Ricoh. He likes that Infinity is software based, uses distributed architecture and is simple to manage and set up. “As we see the enterprise collaboration culture shift from the scheduled meeting room to personal devices and ad-hoc meeting requirements, Pexip was a perfect

The latest AvediaServer update has been moved to Ubuntu. Version 7.0 enables system admins to monitor activity across a network and control activities, user access and system performance from a single user interface. AvediaServer includes an array of hardware and software options, making it suitable for IPTV installations, from broadcasters and operators to large corporate environments, Artio Multiview, which is included as part of AvediaServer, facilitates the creation and management of customised

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TV, VoD, radio and interactive pages and provides a consistent user interface across multiple end points. It also provides a customisable on-screen mosaic to watch multiple streams on a single screen. Exterity’s full suite of next generation g44xx series TVgateways can ingest broadcast streams from eight multiplexers via eight tuners in one blade from cable, terrestrial and satellite, saving rack space in server rooms and reducing power consumption. Exterity claims to be the only vendor offering fully HDCPv2compliant video over IP.

Stand: 11-E60

created from ground up to be able to provide the capacity and feature sets required by large user networks and enterprises,” explained Pexip CEO and co-founder Simen Teigre. He believes Ricoh’s “size, brand awareness and global reach” offer it “a great way to scale this for the market.” Most of its current customers integrate Inﬁnity themselves, “but a larger part of the market will want to buy an integrated solution, like these from Ricoh.”

Stand: 9-B110/9-A106

Offering a uniﬁed approach to videoconferencing: Mariani, Teigre and Nonaka

Lecterns are modular and configurable INTELLIGENT LECTERN SYSTEMS In what the company describes as a radical departure from the past, Intelligent Lectern Systems (ILS) is shipping its new intelligent lectern and podium series in an entirely new style. The new systems are now reconfigurable and adaptable to a range of multiple requirements, according to the company, allowing system integrators to customise configurations and complete assembly locally as required. The new lectern family is centred on a single platform. By adding different segments and brackets

it can, says ILS, hold most current touch PCs, as well as the current family of ILS lectern tops. This allows the initial purchase of a costeffective version that can expand later to a more sophisticated model as needs change. The top aluminium cover houses various functions such as lectern microphone shock-mount, USB hub, up/down, reading light, and switcher control. A narrow 7in touch-panel strip and integrated speaker array are options. HDMI, VGA and audio can also be conﬁgured, together with LAN and USB connectivity and a power socket.

Systems integrators can configure lecterns locally according to requirements Audio and control options and levels of intelligent and touch systems can be configured as needed. The first versions will be available in the spring.

Stand: 1-E78, 1-E80

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match to providing this flexibility,” said Nonaka. “We see a great demand for this type of solution, and we already have significant experience with Pexip in the Nordic market,” added Alberto Mariani, director, IT services and communications services, Ricoh Europe. He believes it will greatly enhance the flexibility of its new UCS-P3500, P100 and software UCS products. “The Pexip Infinity platform is

A potentially exciting innovation for the AV industry – resulting from a three and a half year development effort - has been announced by Calibre at its ISE press conference. The company unveiled what it claims is the industry’s first virtualASIC video processor capable of scaling, switching, enhancing, correcting and converting ultrahigh-definition (UHD) formats including 4K and WQXGA at compelling price points through efficient implementation. Calibre’s virtual-ASIC technology is based on Altera field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) and will be offered as Calibre proAV products as well as OEM own-

label, board-level and full custom options for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Tim Brooksbank, chairman at Calibre, noted that 30% of its business derives from its own end products, while the other 70% is accounted for by OEM sales. “We recognised that a number of silicon manufacturers have pulled out of the AV market, and left a hole that very much needs ﬁlling,” said Brooksbank. “What we’re announcing today will also be very helpful in terms of helping equipment manufacturers to better navigate the issues of obsolescence.” Brooksbank said the new technology will also deliver unprecedented levels of

Brooksbank: “This new technology will allow channel switching in a quarter of a second or less.” performance – seeing channel switching, for example, occurring in a quarter of a second or less. “That means no more ‘fade to black’ when switching from signal to signal,” he smiled. Initial technology is based on the Altera Cyclone V FPGA and provides internal processing of 300MP/s on the primary channel and 150MP/s on the secondary channel.

Stand: 4-U64

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT Navitar Projection Lenses Navitar world-class projection lenses for HD to 4K and Beyond. HemiStar® ﬁsheye, new 3.5X ﬁsheye conversion, and custom 4K lenses are ideal for dome/curved applications such as simulation, planetariums, attractions, immersive environments, command & control, museums, automotive design & manufacturing.

Contact: 585-359-4000 info@navitar.com Stand: 11-C58, Navitar, Inc.

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Contact: www.hanshingroup.com Stand: Hanshin Board (Hall 8, N200)

Auro Technologies have created Auro-3D®, the revolutionary immersive 3D audio format which adds height all around the audience. Available for digital cinema (with Barco), home cinema (via both our award-winning AV range and leading partner brands), and for mobile, gaming and automotive. Get Auro-3D® ﬁlms and music today on Blu-ray™!

Contact: info@auro-technologies.com Stand: 7-V185, Auro Technologies

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT VENUS X3 VENUS X3 is a scalable, expandable presentation video wall processor conﬁgurable to support up to 16 inputs, 8 outputs with touch panel conﬁguration, remote desktop controller and software-based operation inside a standard 3U size.

Cell phone: +8613616043614 (WhatsApp) http://www.rgblink.com email: rgblinksales@gmail.com Stand: 11-F36

Aavara® unveils 4K Over IP with Web interface centralize control and major controllers integration. Built-in Aavara AV Master Web Interface that user can centralize control Multicasting video channel switching, easy and intuition. And, 3rd party Controller drivers likes Control4, Crestron, AMX, RTI and Elang g! Support for Residential and Commercial projects integration.

Contact: Sales@aavara.com +886235018396 Stand: 10-K122, Aavara Innovation Corp.

Leviton Omni-Bus Lighting Control Network An incredibly ﬂexible global lighting control solution rated for CE, FCC, ETL (UL), C-Tick, SASO, NOM, and RETILAP. Create scenes, utilize wireless or third-party wallstations, and connect to a Leviton automation system for smartphone control.

Contact: SAMarketing@leviton.com http://www.leviton.com/Omni-bus 800-229-7256 Stand: 1-Q20, Leviton

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Optocore hooks up ISE 2015

When you think about using 4K technology for displays, don’t just think about showing a highresolution image inside a rectangle. And don’t be surprised to find that 4K solutions cost less than you think. These were the messages from Sean Westgate, technical director at Green Hippo, a specialist in real-time image processing and video playback tools. Speaking at an event entitled ‘4K in the real world,’ at the Commercial Solutions Theatre, Westgate explained that there was a difference between 4K (4096 x 2160 pixels) and ultra high definition (3890 x 2160). “People are often relaxed about what terms they use, so if someone says 4K, ask them what they mean.” He added that many people think about 4K purely in terms of a 4K television. “In many environments, you don’t care about a 16x9 aspect ratio, but how it fits in the space or event,” said Westgate. “People stop thinking that video is just a

An elaborate ﬁbre network has been created by TM Audio for ISE 2015, which not only connects the distributed brands shown on its stand, but also uses a DiGiCoOptocore/BroaMan network to connect to a number of different locations in Hall 7. The ring starts at TM Audio with SD7, SD5 and SD10 DiGiCo consoles together on an Optocore loop. Jaap Pronk, account/product manager for TM Audio, explained: “We have a laptop, with multitrack simulating a live band, connected via a DiGiGrid MGB coaxial MADI interface to the SD10, which in turn will connect via Optocore to the SD5 and SD7.” The loop continues on to the Martin Audio stand. This forms another zone within the TM Audio hub, where an Optocore DD32R-FX digital interface

Westgate: “People stop thinking that video is just a rectangle. You can paint many types of canvases” rectangle. You can paint many types of canvases.” One example is pixel wrapping, such as wrapping an image or texture around a building. In many cases, the original content will be in 4K, but then split into multiple HD streams. “4K processing doesn’t necessarily mean having a 4K display” he added. The demand for higher resolution displays is partly driven by sales of HD content, 4K TVs, and technologies like Apple’s Retina, added Westgate: “People expect

HD displays, and our job is to meet these expectations”. The good news for clients wanting to use 4K technology was that: “The pixel count per project is going up, but the price per display is coming down.” “When you talk to many people about 4K, the common conception is that you need a 4K projector and a 4K display,” Westgate told ISE Daily, “But in the event space, you can use 4K by breaking it down into discrete chunks. The tools, infrastructure and displays to do it are there. And they are very cost-effective.”

A common language A new open standard looks set to make life easier for manufacturers and integrators in the professional audio market. The Open Control Architecture Alliance (OCA) is a group of 14 companies including Bosch, Harman, Yamaha, TC Group (which includes Tannoy) and d&b audiotechnik. OCA has developed a common remote control and monitoring protocol: a common remote control language that can be used by all manufacturers. The driving force behind OCA was an explosion of standards in this ﬁeld. “Last year, we had 14 competing standards, and the industry said, ‘we have to reduce this number,’” noted Marc Weber, chairman, marketing workgroup, OCA. “Today, we have 15.” But in

An Ethernet-based intercom matrix, ﬂexible Smartpanel and hugely powerful switch are the key new products from Riedel at ISE 2015. The Tango TNG-200 intercom system is the company’s ﬁrst fully networked platform, based on the AES67 and AVB standards, and can use public IP infrastructure, with full Quality of Service. Previously Riedel’s intercoms used a dedicated (coax or Cat5) network. The new RSP-2318 Smartpanel has 18 programmable keys in 1RU and will be used for many other applications in future, but

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connects the company’s loudspeakers via AES EBU. An Optocore DD4MR-FX is located on Allen & Heath’s stand to copy the multitrack via the MADI protocol, with an Optocore X6R-FX-16AE AES EBU unit on the Renkus-Heinz stand. A second DD32R-FX AES EBU unit is placed on the Powersoft stand. Finally, moving on to the Optocore stand, the ring connects to a Broaman MUX22 unit which links to another MUX22 unit on the DiGiCo stand to close the ring. The Broaman units also transport multiple 3G-SDI signals to connect cameras and video screens on both the DiGiCo and Optocore stands. “This results in a powerful combination of multiple high quality video lines, intercom systems and hundreds of audio channels between all these stands,” said Pronk.

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A range of solutions

Weber: “We want the new standard to do for our industry what MIDI did for electronic musical instruments”

Ron: “Think of us as a solutions company.”

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an OCA press conference update, Weber revealed that the new open standard (known as the AESX210 project) was on track to be ratiﬁed by the Audio Engineering Society this spring.

“We want the new standard to do for our industry what MIDI did for electronic musical instruments,” Weber told ISE Daily. “Today, we are focusing on audio, but we also have plans for video later.”

Intercom gets Smart to Tango RIEDEL COMMUNICATIONS

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its ﬁrst app turns it into a smart intercom panel, which works with all of Riedel’s intercom systems, including Artist, Tango, and Performer. “Tango and Smartpanel are both new concepts for designing new products for Riedel, it means that customers only need to invest in one piece of hardware and can install further software applications,” explained Jens Miedek, director international sales. The new 2RU MetroN ﬁbrebased router supplements Riedel’s MediorNet real-time network platform, and offers 640GB realtime signal routing capacity, using

Miedek with the new Smartpanel – one piece of hardware for many applications

its 64x10Gbps ports. “It’s the routing device for the MediorNet network of the future.” At the moment the switching capacity of a MediorNet frame is limited to 24x24 and 4.25Gbps. “To really build up a mesh network you need more switching power and routing capabilities,” he said.

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Opening the company’s press conference at ISE 2015, Aviv Ron, vice president business development and strategy at Kramer Electronics, asked show visitors to think of his company as one that provides a range of solutions – from corporate/ enterprise/SMB, through to education and collaboration, to control. Ron highlighted the layout of Kramer’s stand, with specific areas given over to each type of solution. Showing, for the first time in Europe, are the VIA Collage and VIA Connect Pro collaboration solutions which enable multiple participants to manage and share video, documents or files securely in real time using PC, Mac or mobile devices. Kramer also used ISE to announce the VP-772 eight-input 4K dual scaler with seamless video switching and special effect transitions. Designed for projection and display systems at live events, churches, auditoriums, conference

rooms, boardrooms, hotels, and production studios, it scales and processes video and audio inputs and outputs to independent preview and program DVI-I outputs (VGA, DVI-D and HDMI) and two balanced stereo audio outputs. Also new for ISE is the VSM-4x4HFS matrix switcher/ multi-scaler with video wall and multi-viewing modes. Kramer claims that it offers the fastest and cleanest switching and scaling experience in the market. Two further product introductions aimed at longdistance, reliable and highperformance transmission are the TP-590RXR and TP-590TXR range extenders – said to be among the ﬁrst to incorporate Valens’ Colligo chipsets – that allow the connection of any device in the room over a single twisted pair cable without compromising on quality or performance. Kramer’s range extenders implement the entire set of features supported by HDBaseT 2.0, including USB 2.0.

Stand: 1-F20