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Category: ISE 2022

  • The Shure Audio Institute Announces New Advanced Certification Program for Integrated Systems

    The Shure Audio Institute Announces New Advanced Certification Program for Integrated Systems

    The Shure Audio Institute (SAI) takes its certification to the next level and announces a new advanced program for Integrated Systems. It consists of a series of in-person, hands-on workshops covering technical sales and support, from how to respond to an RFP to how to set up, configure and troubleshoot Shure systems and solutions.

    The Shure Audio Institute offers online and instructor-led courses to share Shure’s profound expertise in audio engineering and acoustics, wireless audio, networking, DSP, and more. To attend the Advanced Integrated Systems Certification, successful completion of Integrated Systems Certification Levels 1 and 2 as well as Technical Enablement courses for selected products are required.

    “The Shure Audio Institute has been providing extraordinary technical knowledge to audio professionals for years. With this new advanced certification program, we bring our expertise closer to these professionals and we commit once more to support not only Shure customers and users, but anyone in the audio industry”, said David Klein, Director of the Shure Audio Institute.

    The topics covered in the course include:

    • Technical Sales Workshop: Learn how to respond to RFPs by creating a complete sales list for project solutions in a tender process. With guidance from Shure, determine how to select the right products to match the functional requirements described in the tender. You’ll use existing online tools and source additional information as well as gain an understanding of the different software license types for respective software (and hardware, where applicable) products.
    • Technical Support Training Workshop for Microflex® Ecosystem Solutions: Learn how to set up, configure, and troubleshoot hardware and software components of the Microflex Ecosystem portfolio including Microflex Advance, IntelliMix P300, MXN5-C Networked Loudspeaker, IntelliMix® Room, and Designer.
    • Systems for Conferencing and AV Conferencing Workshop: Discover how to install and deploy single and multiple frequency setups of Microflex Wireless and Microflex Complete Wireless, which are best suited for the Conferencing and AV Conferencing applications.
    • Corporate Wireless Microphone Systems Workshop: Understand how to set up and configure single and multiple frequency/room setups of the most common wireless microphone systems in the integrated systems portfolio, including ULX-D, Axient® Digital, and Microflex Wireless, using software tools such as Shure Update Utility, Wireless Workbench®, and Audinate Dante® Controller.

    For more information about Shure’s Audio Institute courses and trainings, please visit: www.shure.com/sai, sign up to the IS e-learning newsletter here: p.shure.com/sai-systems or stop by the Shure booth #3N250 on the ISE 2022 show floor.

  • Kramer Presents New Vision and Brand at ISE 2022

    Kramer Presents New Vision and Brand at ISE 2022

    Kramer is set to unveil its vision for the future to the wider AV industry today at ISE 2022. Their plans for the future include new strategic developments and brand evolution. An audio-visual pioneer with over 40 years of experience and 20+ offices worldwide, Kramer has spent the last year undergoing a business transformation with a goal to triple revenue in the next three years.

    The Kramer transformation

    Visitors to Kramer’s booth at ISE, the world’s leading audio-visual and systems integration exhibition, will experience first-hand the company’s new brand and vision.

    Kramer’s vision is to meet this demand by creating technology to power engagement through the world’s most intuitive end-to-end audio-visual experiences. By focusing on the always-on collaborative needs of our new hybrid world, Kramer is pivoting to navigating the intersection of the physical and digital and supporting stronger end-user engagement than ever before.

    This is also reflected in Kramer’s new branding. Focusing on the modern needs of the end-user, the new visual identity and themes represent seamless and infinite connections – the very same offered by Kramer’s technology.

    Introducing new products and solutions

    The latest Kramer products will also be on show at the ISE booth, including the KDS-7 portfolio of high-performance and scalable AVoIP solutions, the new line of Kramer collaboration devices, and new features to the VIA platform. Plus, the company’s latest software solutions will be demonstrated, following Kramer’s acquisition of a hybrid computing organization, UCWorkspace.

    Kramer experts will be on hand at the booth to discuss current trends in the industry, how they’re reshaping organizations worldwide, and ways in which Kramer’s technology can help visitors to navigate the future of communication and collaboration.

    “The last couple of years have transformed the need for high-quality audio-visual experiences. Now that physical and digital interactions are given increasingly equal footing, every organization requires an end-to-end technology partner to help it power immersive creativity, expression, and connectivity,” said Gilad Yron, CEO at Kramer. “Kramer’s transformation reflects this. We’re helping our customers to connect with people across multiple platforms for stronger inclusiveness, closer relationships, and greater collaboration. We can’t wait to showcase this vision, and our new brand, to the world at ISE 2022.”

    The ISE exhibition will take place at the Fira Barcelona Gran Via Conference Center in Barcelona, Spain, from 10th – 13th May 2022. Kramer will be exhibiting at Booth 3B350 in Exhibit Hall Area 3. For more information, please visit https://www.iseurope.org/exhibitors/kramer-electronics-ltd.

  • Samsung Electronics Showcases New Era of Micro LED Technology at ISE 2022

    Samsung Electronics Showcases New Era of Micro LED Technology at ISE 2022

    Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is showcasing the future of Micro LED technology at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2022 in Barcelona, with three new models of its state-of-the-art display technology, The Wall.

    “Micro LED technology is set to define the future of display innovation. From the luxury industry to hospitality and travel, the potential of Micro LED is endless in enabling businesses to achieve more,” said Hyesung Ha, Executive Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “ISE is the largest show of its kind in the world and we are excited to unveil our expanded lineup of The Wall. The next-generation technology of The Wall will deliver benefits beyond expectations, transforming any business and unlocking new opportunities.”

    2022 The Wall – Introducing the Slimmest Ever Pixel Pitch
    At ISE this year, Samsung will unveil its 2022 model of The Wall (Model name: IWB) – an innovative modular Micro LED display that delivers immersive viewing experiences in a high-resolution, large screen format. The IWB will be available in 0.63 and 0.94pixel pitches, with 0.63 being the slimmest ever pixel pitch in The Wall lineup. The new display is now available to preorder globally.

    The micro pitch feature of the IWB demonstrates Samsung’s most detailed picture and dynamic range expansion with the screen’s 120Hz frame rate, HDR10/10+ and LED HDR. Following installation, The Wall provides a variety of screen sizes, accommodating 4K movies for 110-inch and up to incredible 8K quality for 220-inch to meet any consumer or business needs. This resolution capability is enhanced by the powerful Micro AI (Artificial Intelligence) Processor, which analyzes every second of content instantly and optimizes picture quality while removing noise.

    The overall size of the cabinets has been increased, allowing businesses and consumers to install only four cabinets to configure the UHD screen, meaning faster and more cost-efficient operation. The display’s improved cabinet strengthens the large, high-resolution screens and improves the mechanical quality for immersive viewing while enhancing seam adjustment. In fact, the installation time has been reduced offering significant benefits to businesses compared to conventional LED signage.

    The Wall is also packed with industry-leading technology. Firstly, with Multi View, The Wall enables simultaneous multi-source playback from up to four sources, all on one screen, without any additional splitter required for dynamic content display. Secondly, Black Seal Technology built into the display creates a seamless canvas for purer black levels, with an ultra-low reflective film that has been applied to minimize external light reflection. Plus, with 20-bit processing, The Wall delivers outstanding image quality and a smooth viewing experience, supported by a peak of 2,000 nits providing clearer images.

    The Wall All-in-One – Innovative and Convenient Installation
    Also being unveiled in Barcelona this year, is The Wall All-in-One (Model name: IAB) available in three different models: 4K 146-inch, 2K 146-inch and 2K 110-inch. This incredible, next generation display brings innovation to the installation, not just the viewing experience. The standard resolution of The Wall All-in-One is a 16:9 form factor. The product, which is only sold by screen, will be available globally following ISE 2022.

    The most innovative feature of The Wall All-in-One is the convenient installation that features a pre-adjusted seam and a ‘Pre-Assembled Frame Kit.’ This kit, which makes the whole process simple as a consumer TV, includes the 16:9 form factor display’s internalized deco bezel and an embedded media player S-box, also lowering the total cost of ownership.

    The Wall All-in-One offers a sleek design with display thinness of just 49mm, which is ultimately 59mm in total installation when measured from wall to screen. This slim, bezel-less infinity design provides a direct input connection on the screen without a separate device – creating a clean and convenient setup.

    Additionally, together with 20-bit processing, Black Seal technology and Micro AI Processor, two 4K 146-inch screens can be installed side by side to create a 32:9 form factor model with a detachable feature creating an entire wall of outstanding image quality.

    Versatile Display Lineup Adapting to a New Era – From EV Charging Station to Hybrid Classroom
    Along with industry-leading Micro LED technology, Samsung is showcasing various new display products at ISE that will meet the constantly evolving needs of this new era. The new lineup will exemplify Samsung’s ongoing innovation in building solutions that include the likes of contactless communication and enhanced safety features.

    Samsung’s latest 2022 outdoor line-up (Model Name: OHA 55’’, 75’’) has been verified for outdoor visibility by Underwriters Laboratories (UL), while the slim composition enables easy installation and long-term performance through certified IP56-rated protection. With its durable and high-performing hardware, the OHA can perform in a variety of conditions. One use case is electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, which are increasing in demand as the sales of electric vehicles continue to rise worldwide.

    In education, Samsung continues to deliver hybrid learning experiences with its innovative product and solutions. The new 2022 Samsung Flip Pro (Model Name: WMB), available in two large 75- and 85-inch models, is an interactive whiteboard that can provide both teachers and students, with enhanced usability and specialized features to meet ever-changing education needs.

    Samsung Flip Pro’s newly added USB Type-C connectivity provides integrated video control and power (65W charging), while industry-leading touch latency and multi touch features allow simultaneous collaboration for up to 20 people¹. The newly added intuitive control panel, brightness control sensors, and the four front- and rear-facing speakers enhance the overall classroom experience and enable seamless video communication in a remote or hybrid classroom environment. Lastly, with SmartView+, up to 50 devices can be simultaneously connected to the display wirelessly, in addition to enabling multi-view on up to four screens, ideal for larger meeting rooms as well as digitized classrooms. The technology works seamlessly in the background making the product easy to use by teachers and students alike.

    The ISE 2022 Virtual Experience site allows visitors to virtually experience innovative display products and solutions that will be showcased onsite. For more information about Samsung’s impactful digital signage and solutions, please visit https://displaysolutions.samsung.com/showcase/virtual-experience/ise-2022 

    Samsung booth will be located at Gran Via, Hall 3, 3F600, in Barcelona from May 10-13, 2022.

  • Broadsign Announces Support for System-on-Chip Smart Screens and Solutions

    Broadsign Announces Support for System-on-Chip Smart Screens and Solutions

    Out-of-home advertising technology leader Broadsign announced the availability of Broadsign for System-on-chip beta at ISE 2022. The new solution is designed to help new and existing OOH media owners monetize cost-effective smart screens. It supports the LG webOS and Samsung Tizen smart screen operating system, enabling intelligent OOH ad playlist generation and numerous other features.

    Expressing enthusiasm for the solution, Adapt Media DOOH Media Manager Tatiana Abondano says, “Adapt Media is excited about Broadsign SoC as it will greatly simplify our digital signage setup, allowing us to expand our DOOH networks more rapidly and cost-efficiently. We will only have to invest in one device and we will have our screen and player needs to be taken care of simultaneously, reducing our deployment time, efforts, and overall costs.”

    Broadsign for SoC highlights include:

    • Streamlined network operations: Manage all inventory from one central location and support nearly any mixed-screen network.
    • Smart screen optimization: Harness the most powerful OOH advertising platform to get the most out of smart screen inventory.
    • New revenue opportunity: Unlock ad-based revenue by opening up SoC-equipped screens, either from direct or programmatic OOH channels.
    • Advanced network scalability: Reliable, scalable, and automated workflows make it easy to grow networks without bounds.

    “SoC represents the next big opportunity for Broadsign customers to expand their OOH footprint and reduce their hardware investment,” says Maarten Dollevoet, Chief Revenue Officer, Broadsign. “We’re thrilled to bring all the automation, inventory optimization, and monetization opportunities that the Broadsign platform offers to SoC solutions from major industry players like LG, Samsung, and BrightSign via this launch.”

    For more details about Broadsign for SoC, please click here or visit Broadsign in the LG Electronics Stand 3K200 at Integrated Systems Europe from May 10-13 in Barcelona

  • The Road To ISE 2022 With DTEN

    The Road To ISE 2022 With DTEN

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    Integrated Systems Europe 2022 is back in full force in Barcelona, Spain. The show will be from May 10 to the 13th. In the meantime we are on our own journey on The Road to ISE 2022, talking to presenters and exhibitors within the industry about what to expect from the show in the coming weeks. We sit down with DTEN’s Chief Marketing Officer Rick Corteville to talk about what they will be showcasing at their booth at C400 in Hall 2.

     

    All of our coverage leading up to ISE 2022 can be found here.

    AVNation is a news outlet made by and for audiovisual professionals. Every one of our panelists, writers, producers and hosts have worn a hat or several within the AV industry. It’s this unique experience that gives us a fresh look at the industry as a whole and allows us to engage with end users, technology managers, IT managers and AV integrators in a meaningful way. Everything that AVNation does in events like InfoComm and CEDIA Expo are in part made possible by our supporters and underwriters who provide financial support for AVNation. If you have questions about the shows or have a unique experience to offer please contact AVNation by clicking here. We are always looking for different viewpoints within the AV industry.

     

  • EZCast Pro Demos New QuattroPod T02+, Wireless and Multicasting Display Devices at ISE 2022

    EZCast Pro Demos New QuattroPod T02+, Wireless and Multicasting Display Devices at ISE 2022

    EZCast will be attending ISE 2022 where the company plans to showcase a range of products focusing on professional and educational applications.

    NEW QUATTROPOD T02+

    The QuattroPod T02+ is ideal for presentation in hybrid work/educational needs. This plug-and-play USB dongle provides 1-to-many display multicasting. The QuattroPod T02+ easily connects via USB to any laptop, allowing HDMI input from a camera, DVD/BD disc player, or other HDMI-equipped devices, capturing the display stream and transmitting it into virtual meeting apps such as Zoom, Google Meet, Teams, and other online meeting Apps.

    EZCAST PROAV

    The EZCast ProAV provides scalable and flexible IP-based display extension solutions with the option of wired (Ethernet) and wireless (Wi-Fi) connectivity. It can transmit up to an extended 200m distance (wireless open area) and provides scalability and a modular design that supports extenders, splitters, and switches in various ProAV deployments. Using a unique, in-house designed SoC, the EZCast ProAV goes beyond others to integrate video, audio, and interface signals over IP-based connections.

    EZCAST PRO SERIES

    Designed for easy and reliable wireless broadcasting in education environments and student collaboration scenarios, the EZCast Pro series supports real-time note-taking where students can interact with the presentation in real-time. It allows 1-to-many multi-casting and up to four-way split-screen via Google Cast, AirPlay, and the newly added Miracast. 

    Join EZCast Pro at ISE 2022, Fira Barcelona, Gran Via Hall 2 #2J100, May 10th to 13th 2022. Check out their website for more information and what to expect at ISE 2022.

     

  • The Road To ISE 2022 With RTI

    The Road To ISE 2022 With RTI

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    Integrated Systems Europe 2022 is back in full force in Barcelona, Spain. The show will be from May 10 to the 13th. In the meantime we are on our own journey on The Road to ISE 2022, talking to presenters and exhibitors within the industry about what to expect from the show in the coming weeks. We are joined by RTI’s Head of Global Marketing Bill Hensley to talk about just what they will be bringing to their booth at N250 in Hall 2.

     

    All of our coverage leading up to ISE 2022 can be found here.

    AVNation is a news outlet made by and for audiovisual professionals. Every one of our panelists, writers, producers and hosts have worn a hat or several within the AV industry. It’s this unique experience that gives us a fresh look at the industry as a whole and allows us to engage with end users, technology managers, IT managers and AV integrators in a meaningful way. Everything that AVNation does in events like InfoComm and CEDIA Expo are in part made possible by our supporters and underwriters who provide financial support for AVNation. If you have questions about the shows or have a unique experience to offer please contact AVNation by clicking here. We are always looking for different viewpoints within the AV industry.

     

  • Latest Release of D-Tools System Integrator (SI) Software Helps Companies Expedite the Sales Process

    Latest Release of D-Tools System Integrator (SI) Software Helps Companies Expedite the Sales Process

    The leading provider of business management software D-Tools announced the availability of System Integrator version 18. The new capabilities and enhancements help companies save time and improve operating efficiency throughout their business. 

    “D-Tools’ mission has always been to help our customers run more profitable businesses through software designed to replicate and expedite their workflow and best practices,” said Randy Stearns, CEO of D-Tools. “The new capabilities in this release were developed in direct response to requests from our users and include significant improvements such as the ability to change product quantities on the fly directly in a quote, and manage inventory through advanced integrations with Tracknicity and TRXio. We look forward to helping our customers apply these productivity enhancements to their day-to-day workflow.”

    SI v18 offers numerous time-saving and productivity advancements that benefit sales, project management, and service teams. Some enhancements to SI include:

    Sales and Quoting Management

    Quantity-based Quoting, ideal for security and structured cabling projects, improves application performance while allowing salespeople to develop a scope and budget for large projects in a fraction of time. Products/items now have a new Purchase Cost field, which improves multi-currency support by enabling users to accurately track the cost for an item in one currency and present the price for that item in a quote in a different currency.

    Improved Product Search 

    The new Find Usages feature is a great asset management tool that provides the ability to search across purchase orders and service orders to identify where products have been installed. Compare and Sync with Catalog feature for project and catalog items guarantees that project items are up to date and accurate. 

    Serial Numbers Search provides a historical record of an item’s location and usage on a project—such as on a purchase order receipt, in a task, or on a service order, based on its serial number— solving potential problems and saving time for project management and service teams.

    Inventory Tracking

    New Tracknicity and TRXio integrations help integrators manage their inventory, which at the same time ensures that inventory items, whether pulled from stock or order for a project, are efficiently, seamlessly, and accurately tracked from proposal through being purchased, received, staged, picked, delivered, installed, and serviced, thereby keeping projects on schedule while helping to reduce unnecessary and unwanted inventory buildup and avoid duplicate product purchases.

    Scheduling Summary Tasks and Summary Service Orders group a series of connected events (i.e., installation tasks, service requests) to facilitate resource planning, scheduling, and invoicing.

    For a more detailed list of enhancements in SI v18, visit https://www.d-tools.com/whats-new-in-system-integrator.

  • D-Tools Broadens its Line of Business Software Solutions to the European Market at Integrated Systems Europe 2022

    D-Tools Broadens its Line of Business Software Solutions to the European Market at Integrated Systems Europe 2022

    D-Tools plans to unveil and demonstrate its award-winning solutions at Integrated Systems Europe 2022 in Barcelona. 

    D-Tools introduces D-Tools Cloud to the UK market in partnership with Pulse Cinemas. D-Tools Cloud is an easy-to-implement cloud-based platform that offers an alternative to system integrators in the region seeking ways to close more business faster and drive increased productivity from any web-enabled device.

    “We’re thrilled to be working alongside the D-Tools team to bring this innovative solution to integrators in the UK,” said Kapes Patel, Pulse Cinemas Technical Director. “D-Tools Cloud helps dealers deliver a “best-in-class” experience to their clients. Further, through our partnership, all of Pulse Cinemas’ product lines including dealer-specific pricing will be available to our dealers to ensure accuracy and expediency during the system design and estimating process.”

    Customers attest that D-Tools Cloud delivers on the promise to reduce their proposal backlog by expediting the generation and throughput of proposals, allowing them to close business faster and focus on the next opportunity. The platform’s interactive, multimedia proposals and browser-based visual quoting create a collaborative experience with clients, leading to prompt e-sign approval and deposit, and higher close rates. In addition, D-Tools Cloud’s post-sales capabilities such as scheduling, project planning, task management, and time tracking help integrators ensure that jobs are delivered on time and on budget.

    D-Tools Cloud will officially be available in the UK by the end of Q2 2022.

    D-Tools will also showcase several recent enhancements to its on-premises software solution, System Integrator version 18. SI v18 offers numerous time-saving and productivity advancements that benefit sales, project management, and service teams. Some enhancements to SI include:

    Sales and Quoting Management

    Quantity-based Quoting, ideal for security and structured cabling projects, improves application performance while allowing salespeople to develop a scope and budget for large projects in a fraction of time. Products/items now have a new Purchase Cost field, which improves multi-currency support by enabling users to accurately track the cost for an item in one currency and present the price for that item in a quote in a different currency.

    Inventory Tracking

    New Tracknicity and TRXio integrations help integrators manage their inventory, which at the same time ensures that inventory items, whether pulled from stock or order for a project, are efficiently, seamlessly, and accurately tracked from proposal through being purchased, received, staged, picked, delivered, installed, and serviced, thereby keeping projects on schedule while helping to reduce unnecessary and unwanted inventory buildup and avoid duplicate product purchases.

    To learn more about D-Tools software offerings and sign up for free trials, visit www.d-tools.com.

  • The Road To ISE 2022 With Leon Speakers

    The Road To ISE 2022 With Leon Speakers

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    Integrated Systems Europe 2022 is back in full force in Barcelona, Spain. The show will be from May 10 to the 13th. In the meantime we are on our own journey on The Road to ISE 2022, talking to presenters and exhibitors within the industry about what to expect from the show in the coming weeks. We sit down with Leon Speakers Sales Development Manager Caitlin Parker to discuss what they will be bringing to their booth at P300 in Hall 2.

     

    All of our coverage leading up to ISE 2022 can be found here.

    AVNation is a news outlet made by and for audiovisual professionals. Every one of our panelists, writers, producers and hosts have worn a hat or several within the AV industry. It’s this unique experience that gives us a fresh look at the industry as a whole and allows us to engage with end users, technology managers, IT managers and AV integrators in a meaningful way. Everything that AVNation does in events like InfoComm and CEDIA Expo are in part made possible by our supporters and underwriters who provide financial support for AVNation. If you have questions about the shows or have a unique experience to offer please contact AVNation by clicking here. We are always looking for different viewpoints within the AV industry.