Author: AV News

PSNI Global Alliance extends its growth with the announcement of new Certified Solution Providers (CSPs), reinforcing its global influence to uphold higher AV standards. John Fuchs, director of membership for the Alliance states: “Since its inception in 1986, The Alliance has been focused on aligning the best and brightest of the AV industry, for the benefit of customers and their customers’ customers.” He adds: “These latest additions are the result of many months of face-to-face meetings and ensuring The Alliance’s high standards of membership criteria is met. We are delighted to have been able to strengthen our Global offering with…

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Q-SYS, a division of QSC LLC, expands its PL Series performance loudspeaker portfolio with the introduction of PL-CA full-range coaxial loudspeakers. This release enhances the delivery of premium sound in entertainment, corporate, or higher education venues that demand higher performance audio as part of a Q-SYS system. Featuring five new models ranging from 5 inches to 15 inches, the PL-CA series provides wide, symmetrical coverage in a compact enclosure, making them ideal for applications where they are closer to the listener and controlled coverage is not a prerequisite. Additionally, these models offer extended bass response compared to point-source models of…

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Northamber PLC solidifies its Direct Distributor Status through a partnership with Yealink. This acknowledgment reaffirms Northamber’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge communication solutions and providing high value to its customers. As a Direct Distributor, Northamber will gain access to an enhanced level of support and resources from Yealink, enabling the company to further strengthen its position as a trusted provider of UC&C solutions. The collaboration between both parties aims to reshape the future workspace and enhance the hybrid work experience. Yealink’s Direct Distributor Program is reserved for partners who have demonstrated a high level of expertise, commitment, and success in promoting and…

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The Famous Group, a virtual event production company, has entered a new era of virtual event control thanks to SP’s camera calibration tools, which they recently deployed on projects at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. “We’ve been working with the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC at the Bank of America stadium since 2022,” recalls Erik Beaumont, Head of Mixed Reality at The Famous Group. “Unlike other projects, our work with these teams is ongoing, with mixed reality being used permanently. The mixed reality Panther has become an important part of games for the Carolina Panthers, and…

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Regent College London installs a VR power wall, a 4.86m x 2.39m ActiveWall by Virtalis, a VR specialist. Featuring a high-resolution 1.2mm pixel pitch SiliconCore display and interactive capabilities through Advanced Realtime Tracking (ART), the system ensures a dynamic virtual experience tailored to each user’s perspective. Funded by the Office For Students, Virtalis has advanced the traditional projection method of ActiveWall delivery for a fine pixel pitch solution to provide a better user and operator experience. The 1.2mm LED display delivers a higher resolution at just under 4k, a greater contrast and higher brightness of up to 1200 nits. This…

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Peerless-AV® and Absen, have joined forces to create an EMEA ECO Partnership. This partnership aims to collaboratively foster the development and growth of dvLED technology and its supporting infrastructure. The ECO Partnership will create a more interconnected and mutually beneficial environment to address evolving market, customer and technical support requirements in this product category. See the outstanding results of this alliance in a custom curved dvLED showcase at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2024, Booth #3R300, 30 January – 2 February, Grand Fira, Barcelona. “By signing an ECO Partnership with Absen, one of the world’s leading LED display brands and top…

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The Sanctuary of Lourdes stands as a beacon of faith, covering an impressive 53 hectares and 22 places of worship. A testament to time, history and devotion, the basilicas of Lourdes have seen over a century of prayers, worship and contemplation, drawing in over 3.5 million pilgrims from around the world every year. In a contemporary transformation, the Sanctuary of Lourdes’ Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary and its esplanade recently embarked on a sonic journey to revamp its sound system with Active Audio and APG speakers from Arbane Groupe. After a record three decades of loyal service, the…

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Absen will demonstrate its wide range of ‘smart space revolution’ solutions at the 20th anniversary edition of ISE 2024. Located in the multi-technology zone in Hall 3, booth P300, Absen will showcase its high-quality, reliable solutions for rental and fixed install applications, including simulation, live events, creative retail, data visualisation, corporate and – for the first time at ISE – DOOH. Absen is embracing the theme of ‘smart space revolution’ at this year’s ISE, demonstrating its capabilities in creating a variety of scenes for the Pro AV markets. Key booth highlights: Data Visualisation In an exciting collaboration with integrated control room…

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  The first in a new range of media processors promises to transform the creation of immersive experiences through multi-projection – effortlessly bringing content to life With immersive experiences fast growing across the continent, Panasonic Connect Europe today announced that it will launch the first of a new range of Media Processors in 2024 designed for efficient multi-projection. Ideal for touring and fixed installation immersive experiences, the product will simplify workflows whilst delivering high quality content for the Location Based Entertainment industry using Panasonic’s leading projectors. Traditionally computing power for immersive experiences is installed in dedicated server rooms – taking…

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PPDS will again be heading to Barcelona to deliver exciting business announcements, including a major extension of its product portfolio, opening opportunities in both new and existing markets, to create the industry’s most complete range of professional displays. This and much more on Philips stand, 3P500. PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips digital signage, interactive displays, videowalls, direct view LED, professional TVs, and complementary solutions, is delighted to confirm its participation at ISE 2024 (30 Jan – 2 Feb), with an exciting array of new performance and experience enhancing products and major partnership announcements, including official entry into…

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