AVNation Staff

The 8K Association (8KA) launched new specs and a certification program for 8K projectors to ensure top-quality visuals and audio. They promoted 8K tech at major trade shows, released a White Paper, and collaborated on a UHD glossary.

The L-Acoustics L Series, supplied by Solotech, was showcased on Sarah McLachlan's 30th-anniversary tour, providing exceptional audio clarity and consistency. Its compact design, reduced weight, and simplified setup made it an ideal choice for dynamic performances.

Russound has launched the SMZ8 Controller Amplifier with Built-in Streamer, part of its new SMZ-Series, featuring advanced whole-home audio technology with 50W-per-channel amplification, HDMI ARC, built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and streaming capabilities.

Coastal Source will showcase its new EVO and Ketra lighting solutions at Lightapalooza 2025 and host three training sessions designed to help integrators expand their outdoor lighting business. EVO is a sleek, high-performance outdoor lighting fixture, while the Ketra-Ready Modulus Bullet Light integrates Ketra's advanced natural light-emulating LED technology.

Snap One has added Qolsys and DSC PowerG security sensors to its Partner Portal. This expands Snap One's security offerings, providing integrators with enhanced integration options for residential and commercial projects. These products integrate seamlessly with Control4 and Alarm.com platforms, offering robust, future-proof security solutions.

TNDV provided high-quality live production services for the MVMNT Conference in Montana, leveraging its expertise from large-scale events like the Passion Conference. Using its Vibration and Aspiration trucks, TNDV delivered professional audio, video, and streaming solutions, ensuring a seamless experience for both in-person and online audiences.

Daisy has acquired Hermary’s, a renowned luxury home technology integrator, expanding its presence in Northern California. This acquisition adds Hermary’s San Francisco showroom to Daisy’s network, enhancing its ability to showcase luxury technology solutions.

Visix, Inc. has launched AxisTV Signage Suite version 1.87, introducing a Power BI widget, faster content publishing, simplified scheduling, license tracking, and 180+ new templates to improve digital signage user experience.

Benedictine Military School in Savannah, Georgia, upgraded its John A. McCarthy, Jr. Gymnasium audio system using LEA Professional's Connect Series 704 amplifiers, Smart Power Bridge technology, and LEA Cloud for improved sound clarity, reduced maintenance costs, and improved student experience.

The Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County celebrated its 100th anniversary with "Reframing Dioramas: The Art of Preserving Wilderness," featuring two immersive exhibits using Epson PowerLite laser projectors to explore conservation, climate change, and community preservation themes.