New Digital Projection Program Ditches Lamp Costs The new Lamp Freedom program promises free replacement lamps during the projector’s three-year warranty.
Is 4K Ready for Your Prime Time? The 4K format is starting to appear in areas where large screens are being used and in applications where the wow factor is important to an organization. 4K is defined as a generation of video technology beyond the 1920 x 1080 resolution of HDTV. The high-end signage has smoother edges, crisper images and improved bigger pictures. Current users include Iowa State University's Virtual Reality Applications Center and the Mirage Hotel and Casino Race and Sports Book, yet there are applications for nearly any organization.
TechDecisions Guide to 24 Short-throw and Ultra-short-throw Projectors The flexibility of projectors is growing rapidly. Wherever your space, there is a projector to fit. Short-throw and ultra-short-throw projectors are perfect options for small or short spaces. They also solve some time-honored negative aspects of projection buy solving instances of shadow and glare. In addition, see the specs for 24 short-throw and ultra-short-throw projectors. Get the details on projectors from Asus, BenQ, Casio, Dell, Epson, Dukane, Infocus, Mitsubishi, NEC, Optima, Ricoh, Sharp, Sony, ViewSonic
What You Need to Know for Lighting Meeting Rooms, Auditoriums and Lecture Halls Experts say that when lighting large spaces you should take into account the people that will be standing in the area, rather than just lighting a space. Think of presentations rather than a lit corner. Learn more from experts at AMX, Lutron and Brightline.
Optoma Puts TW610STi+ Projector into Small Rooms The short-throw projector features a 1280-by-800 resolution.
TechDecisions Guide to 37 Large-venue High-brightness Projection Systems Frederick J. Ampel discusses how best to choose large-venue high-brightness projectors. He also illuminates on the history of the projector. The evolution of large image projection has now reached an unprecedented level of capability, image quality and brightness. Lumen levels near and above 30-40K are now feasible and you can pretty much find a product to meet any size screen and brightness level you could possibly imagine.
Panasonic PT-DZ13K Projector Series Delivers 12,000 Lumens Three of the four new 3-chip DLP projectors also include active 3D technology.
NAB Attracts Record Attendance as Vendors Showcase the Latest in Broadcasting Technology The show covered everything from the latest in audio to video streaming.
Boxlight Debuts ProjectoWrite5 Interactive Projectors The new line features dual screen and dual pen interaction.
BenQ Starts Shipping M6 Projector Series The entry-level line includes 13,000:1 contrast ratios, up to 3,500 ANSI lumens, and more.
Hitachi Debuts CP-X3030WN and CP-X2530WN 3LCD Projectors The new models include networking features, better brightness, iPad compatibility, and more.
ViewSonic Puts Dual Pen Interactivity into PJD8 Projectors These ultra-short throw projectors offer wireless streaming, remote operation, and more.
A/V Management Software Looking More and More Like the IT Help Desk Complete with the ability to submit help desk tickets, AMX’s Resource Management Suite and Crestron’s RoomView are bringing IT help desk functionality to A/V staff. While they can’t be combined with IT help desk’s yet, these products are making managing equipment easier. Their predictive ability when it comes to replacing accessories are proving invaluable.
The Benefits of Hiring a Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) Christopher Neto, CTS, discusses what it means to have access to a certified A/V technician. Not only do you have a person who has proven knowledge, but you can rest assured that person knows where to go for answers when necessary.
Explaining A/V and IT Convergence Today How AV and IT convergence takes A/V to the network.