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  • Blackwire Designs’ VideoWall Pro Wins Best of Show at CEDIA 2025

    Blackwire Designs’ VideoWall Pro Wins Best of Show at CEDIA 2025

    Blackwire Designs has earned the Best of Show award from Residential Systems at CEDIA Expo 2025 for its innovative VideoWall Pro driver for Control4. Designed to simplify complex video wall installations, the driver offers plug-and-play integration with leading AV-over-IP systems like Just Add Power and AVPro Edge. It enables easy control of multiple displays, audio sources, and layouts directly from Control4 interfaces, cutting down installation time while improving efficiency for integrators.

    With its intuitive interface and seamless Control4 compatibility, VideoWall Pro empowers installers to create flexible and visually appealing video wall setups without custom programming. The recognition highlights Blackwire Designs’ ongoing commitment to delivering smart, high-performance tools that enhance both integrator workflows and user experiences in the residential AV space.

    Blackwire Designs, a leading distributor in the custom installation and Pro AV markets, announced that its new VideoWall Pro driver for Control4 has been named a Best of Show winner by Residential Systems during CEDIA Expo 2025 in Denver. The award recognizes the driver’s significant innovation and value to the residential integration market.

    “We are incredibly proud to have VideoWall Pro recognized with the Best of Show award,” said Cody Crossland, VP of Sales at Blackwire Designs. “We developed this driver with a deep understanding of the challenges our fellow integrators face. VideoWall Pro is a testament to our commitment to creating practical, high-performance tools that streamline complex installations, ensuring a smooth, cost-efficient process and an excellent user experience for the end-user.”

    VideoWall Pro is a revolutionary solution designed to simplify the installation and control of video wall systems with native integration for the Control4 platform. It is compatible with leading AV-over-IP systems including Just Add Power and AVPro Edge, and provides an intuitive, user-friendly interface that eliminates the need for complex custom programming. This plug-and-play functionality reduces installation time and effort, saving integrators significant time and resources on the job.

    VideoWall Pro sets a new standard for ease of use and functionality, offering features like streamlined control, simplified installation, and versatile layouts. Users can manage audio sources, room volume, and mute controls from a single, intuitive interface. Its efficient installation process utilizes standard Control4 bindings, eliminating the need for complex custom programming and supporting diverse video wall configurations like 2×2, 2×3, and 3×3.

    The driver’s native integration into the Control4 user interface allows for seamless control from T4 touch screens, mobile devices, and tablets. Its design enables integrators to easily set up flexible video wall layouts while providing end-users with a visually appealing and straightforward way to manage multiple video sources and audio settings from a single screen.

    The Best of Show awards at CEDIA Expo 2025 are judged by a team of industry professionals who evaluate nominated products based on criteria including innovation, value, and uniqueness from the perspective of a residential integrator.

  • LG to showcase integrations with leading property management systems at VRMA 2025

    LG to showcase integrations with leading property management systems at VRMA 2025

    LG Electronics USA is set to showcase new integrations for its Pro:Centric® Stay platform at the VRMA International Conference 2025 in Las Vegas. The platform now connects seamlessly with three leading Property Management Systems, Guesty, OwnerRez, and Streamline, allowing vacation rental hosts and property managers to automatically sync guest data and personalize in-room experiences. Guests can enjoy customized welcome messages while ensuring their personal app logins are securely cleared after checkout.

    These integrations strengthen LG’s position in the vacation rental technology space, offering property managers a flexible, PMS-agnostic solution that enhances both operational efficiency and guest satisfaction. By combining branded interfaces, secure OTT access, and deep PMS connectivity, LG continues to bridge hospitality technology with smart automation for the short-term rental industry.

    LG Electronics USA, the leading supplier of hospitality grade televisions, will highlight the growing versatility of its Pro:Centric® Stay platform for vacation rental properties this month at VRMA International Conference 2025 (Oct. 12-14) at Booth 529 in the Caesars Forum Conference Center in Las Vegas. At the show, LG will spotlight the Pro:Centric Stay platform’s expanded integration with three leading Property Management Systems (PMS): Guesty, OwnerRez and Streamline.

    These integrations strengthen the functionality and appeal of Pro:Centric Stay, enabling property managers and hosts to synchronize guest names and reservation dates directly within LG hospitality TVs. This allows for personalized guest welcomes while also automatically clearing personal login credentials for apps like YouTube, YouTube TV and Netflix upon checkout – ensuring both a tailored stay and enhanced guest privacy.

    “LG designed Pro:Centric Stay from the ground up to be PMS-agnostic, ensuring that vacation rental operators can deliver a consistent, high-quality guest experience no matter which management system they use,” said Jake Benner, Senior Director of Hospitality at LG Electronics USA. “By integrating with Guesty, OwnerRez and Streamline, we’re giving hosts and property managers the flexibility they need to personalize experiences while simplifying post-stay operations.”

    Each PMS brings its own strengths to the platform. Guesty, a global leader in short-term rental software, is widely known for its enterprise-grade tools that help managers handle bookings, channel distribution and guest communications across portfolios of varying sizes. OwnerRez has become a favorite among independent vacation rental owners and property managers looking to scale thanks to its automation capabilities, deep channel integrations and tools that streamline everyday tasks. Streamline is recognized for its enterprise-scale property, revenue and guest management solutions, making it an ideal choice for larger organizations operating across multiple markets.

    With Pro:Centric Stay, property owners gain access to a comprehensive technology solution designed specifically for vacation rentals, offering branded welcome screens, secure over-the-top (OTT) app integration and seamless PMS connectivity. Together, these integrations reinforce LG’s commitment to providing vacation rental professionals with a flexible, secure and guest-friendly platform that enhances operational efficiency while elevating the guest experience.

    “Pro:Centric Stay is purpose-built to make technology work harder for property managers, and these integrations represent an important step in delivering on that promise,” Benner added. “We’re continuing to evolve the platform to ensure it remains the most versatile and valuable technology solution for the short-term rental industry.”

  • Crestron Empowers Custom Integration Community with Next-Gen Configuration Tools, Apple Music Streaming Service, and New Works with Partners

    Crestron Empowers Custom Integration Community with Next-Gen Configuration Tools, Apple Music Streaming Service, and New Works with Partners

    Crestron unveiled a wide range of innovations at CEDIA Expo 2025, reinforcing its position in smart home technology. Highlights include Configure Pro, a next-gen configuration platform for dealers, the Cevo Mini Remote for simplified handheld control, upgraded Cameo and Horizon keypads, and new shading collections. These solutions are designed to streamline setup, improve design aesthetics, and give integrators more flexibility in tailoring smart home experiences.

    The company also announced new partnerships and content integrations to boost collaboration and entertainment. Native support for DoorBird intercoms enhances front-door security, while the HouseCurve partnership simplifies audio tuning. With DM NVX Multiview, users can manage multiple streams on one screen, and Apple Music integration with DM NAX audio amps gives homeowners seamless access to high-fidelity streaming across their spaces.

    Crestron Electronics, a global leader in advanced home automation, showcased an extensive lineup of product launches, updates, and integrations at CEDIA® Expo 2025 to enhance the Crestron Home® OS experience for both integrators and homeowners. From improved designs to enhanced audio features and streamlined configuration tools, Crestron reaffirms its leadership in delivering connected, intuitive solutions for today’s smart homes.

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    Configure Pro: Early Access for Dealers

    Crestron debuted Configure Pro, a next-generation configuration platform designed to streamline Crestron Home OS setup. With no-programming system creation, advanced conditional logic, keypad programming, and enhanced AV-over-IP configuration, Configure Pro delivers unprecedented speed and efficiency resulting from over a decade of development. Dealers can join the Early Access Program and provide feedback via the True Blue Community Forum: Configure Pro and gain an early advantage in mastering the future of smart home configuration.

    Cevo Mini Remote: Simple, Powerful Control

    The all-new Cevo Mini Remote redefines handheld control with simplicity and ergonomic design optimized for today’s streaming lifestyle. At $700 MSRP, the Cevo Mini Remote delivers effortless command of any Crestron Home OS installation with a tactile button layout, direct access to everyday shortcuts, and a smaller, more comfortable form, demonstrating that simple control can be powerful.

    Cameo® Keypads: Elegant Control

    The next generation of Cameo keypads, dimmers, and switches builds on Crestron’s legacy of sophisticated lighting control. With a unified aesthetic across wired and wireless options, customizable backlighting with over 16 million colors, and up to 138 button configurations with field-replaceable buttons, the new Cameo products integrate seamlessly with nearly any space. Advanced dimming performance, personalized engraving, and retrofit-friendly installation make the Cameo keypad a versatile solution for homeowners and integrators alike.

    Horizon® Keypads and Dimmers: Premium Metal Finishes

    A metal finish line offering brushed brass, dark nickel, dark bronze, and brushed black is now available for Horizon keypads and dimmers, blending a luxury aesthetic with intuitive control suitable for residential, hospitality, and marine applications.

    Shading Solutions: Elevated Design

    Crestron’s shading portfolio expanded with new horizontal sheer fabric collections — Telluride, Vail, and Keystone — each offering unique textures and light-filtering qualities. A new 3″ vane size, designer no-weld hembar, and an updated sample book provide homeowners with elevated design options, while new hardware and power supply solutions simplify installation and system integration for professionals.

    Collaboration

    DoorBird Partnership: Smarter Front Door Security

    Native integration with DoorBird IP video door intercoms enables live video, two-way audio, and door access directly from Crestron touch screens and the DoorBird app. With options including keypads, RFID, and fingerprint readers in multiple finishes, DoorBird solutions provide enhanced comfort, flexibility, and security for any type of residence.

    HouseCurve Partnership: Simplified Audio Tuning

    The new partnership between Crestron and HouseCurve brings app-based audio tuning to DM NAX® Streaming Amplifiers. Using only an iOS® mobile device, installers and homeowners can achieve professional-level room correction without additional tools or acousticians, boosting efficiency and ensuring every space receives optimal sound quality.

    Content

    DM NVX® Multiview: One Screen, Multiple Sources

    With DM NVX Multiview, users can watch, monitor, and manage up to six sources on a single display simultaneously. Users can easily recall preset layouts through Crestron Home OS utilizing third-party drivers (coming soon natively to the OS) or a custom system, giving them dynamic control at their fingertips. This versatility makes DM NVX Multiview ideal for media rooms, sports bars, theaters, and entertainment spaces, where families and guests may want to enjoy every game at the same time or play a game while watching the game, or even see live camera feeds at the same time as streaming their favorite series.

    DM NAX® Audio: Apple Music® Streaming Service Integration

    Crestron announced that Apple Music streaming service is now available on the DM-NAX-8ZSA and DM-NAX-4ZSP through a simple firmware update. This highly anticipated integration delivers the full Apple Music streaming experience directly within the Crestron Home OS, giving homeowners instant access to their personal libraries, curated playlists, and the entire Apple Music catalog. With seamless setup, multi-user profiles, and intuitive control from any Crestron interface, including touch screens, mobile devices, keypads, or remotes, this update transforms the way music is experienced in the home. Whether enhancing an existing system or building new, Crestron customers can now enjoy high-fidelity audio throughout the house with the convenience and personalization that only Apple Music and Crestron together can provide.

    “At Crestron, everything we create for the Crestron Home OS comes back to one simple motto: content, collaboration, and control. This year at CEDIA Expo, we wanted to show how a smart home can feel truly effortless, whether that’s settling into your living room with the new Crestron Cevo Mini remote, streaming multiple events simultaneously with DM NVX Multiview, or answering the front door through our DoorBird integration,” said Michael Short, VP of residential marketing at Crestron. “We’re committed to empowering our partners and delighting homeowners by delivering seamless content, intuitive collaboration, and powerful control, all through one elegant solution.”

  • InfoComm América Latina: Over 100 brands on display and educational opportunities for all levels

    InfoComm América Latina: Over 100 brands on display and educational opportunities for all levels

    InfoComm América Latina is set to open its doors from October 22–24 at the CIEC WTC in Mexico City, bringing together more than 100 brands and over 60 exhibitors from the AV integration world. Attendees can explore the latest in digital signage, distributed audio, event sound, content production, and integration solutions for both business and residential needs, all under one roof. Big names like Audio-Technica, Barco, Shure, Bose Professional, and Meyer Sound are among the featured companies, alongside exciting demo rooms and product showcases.

    Beyond the exhibition floor, the event offers a rich educational program tailored for all levels of professionals, from beginners to advanced practitioners. Congreso AVIXA will host key industry leaders discussing the future of AV and business opportunities in Latin America. Manufacturer training, immersive demo sessions, and guided tech tours will round out the agenda. Registration is free, making it an accessible way for IT and AV professionals to connect, learn, and stay ahead of industry trends.

    InfoComm América Latina will showcase a wide range of products, services, and solutions from over 100 brands on the exhibition floor, in demo rooms, and during educational sessions. More than 60 exhibiting companies will come together to create a vibrant technology show for the audiovisual integration industry, organized by AVIXA (the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association). The event will take place from October 22 to 24 at the International Exhibition and Convention Center WTC (CIEC WTC) in Mexico City. Registration is free for everyone interested in participating in the show’s various activities.

    More than 100 brands and 60 exhibiting companies

    The exhibition floor plan is growing, featuring names like AEQ México, AI Speech, Audio-Technica América Latina, Disney Cruise Line, ELENIX Analytics, Elo Touch Solutions, Foto Commo, Kudo, Qualshine Technology, Rocketerias, Synthax, Tecno Planet, and Unilumin, all of whom have recently joined the lineup.

    This surge in exhibitors reflects a deep-seated confidence in the event’s potential. Rodrigo Casassus Coke, CTS, Senior Director for Latin America and the Caribbean at AVIXA, expressed, “With a little over a month remaining before the show’s inauguration, we are thrilled with how it’s taking shape: over 90% of the exhibition space is filled, and all demo rooms are fully booked. We are also receiving inquiries from international companies eager to participate at the last minute.”

    As distribution companies begin to reveal the brands they will showcase, excitement is building. Representaciones de Audio will feature innovative products from Allen & Heath, Barco, Biamp, BrightSign, dBTechnologies, Genelec, Nexo, Sharp, Sonos, and Shure through its Shure Innovation Lab concept. Fortune Acoustics will impress visitors in its demo room with the exceptional sound performance of Estelon, Vitus Audio, and Crystal Cable products.

    Casassus stated, “The show will present a diverse array of solutions, encompassing digital signage, distributed audio, sound for events and conferences, content production and distribution, as well as integration solutions for both commercial and residential environments, ensuring that every attendee discovers what they seek.”

    An ambitious educational program beyond the exhibition halls

    In addition to a diverse range of exhibitors, the show will feature an ambitious educational program organized by thematic areas and encompassing different session formats and activities. This program is designed to meet the various training needs of professionals in the sector, from beginners to advanced practitioners. Renata Mérida Neris, Live Content Manager for Latin America at AVIXA, emphasizes that the goal is to bring to the region the concepts and advancements that shape the global audiovisual industry with a program that aligns with the standards of InfoComm shows.

    The program starts on Wednesday with a new edition of Congreso AVIXA, focusing on business development and decision-making. The opening conference, titled “The Future of AV: Innovation, Business, and Connections,” will be presented by Jeff Stoebner, CEO of FORTÉ; John Bailey, Senior Vice President of Technology and Innovation at AVI-SPL; and Dave Labuskes, CEO of AVIXA. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the industry, insights into future business trends, and an analysis of how Latin American companies can establish themselves as key players in this global transformation.

    Congreso AVIXA will also include contributions from local integrators and distributors, who will share their knowledge and experiences, offering valuable insights into regional and local dynamics.

    A key component of the program is the Manufacturer Training track. Leading companies such as Atlas IED, Audinate, Biamp, Bose Professional, Cisco, Datapath, Deneva, Disney Cruise Line, Fohhn, Jabra, Powersoft, Renkus Heinz, and Zoom will conduct sessions aimed at updating technical knowledge. Topics will include using standards to design audio systems, innovations in digital signage CMS, and opportunities for AV professionals aboard cruise ships.

    Alongside these talks, the show will offer practical sessions in Audio Demo Rooms, providing an immersive experience. Participating manufacturers like Bose Professional, L-Acoustics, and Meyer Sound, along with distributors such as Fortune Acoustics, Representaciones de Audio, and Tecso, will present a selection of the brands they represent. These rooms allow attendees to experience first-hand the quality and capabilities of the latest audio solutions.

    The educational experience extends beyond the CIEC WTC halls with Tech Tours, which include guided visits to Estudio 13, a state-of-the-art audio recording studio, and InSpace, a venue equipped with complete audiovisual systems ideal for immersive experiences and memorable events.

    “Enjoying the InfoComm América Latina educational program is simple—just register for the show and select the sessions that interest you. We have three educational rooms filled with fresh and valuable content, and access is completely free as it is included in the show registration,” highlights Mérida. No additional registration is needed; simply arrive on time to secure a spot in one of the two rooms located on the exhibition floor or the room on the mezzanine level of the CIEC WTC.

    Each session clearly outlines its theme, duration, and presenters’ profiles, making it easy for attendees to select the most relevant talks based on their knowledge level. Program details are available on the InfoComm América Latina website.

    Additionally, to ensure that all participants enjoy the sessions, Kudo, a technology partner, will offer simultaneous translation services using artificial intelligence in Spanish, English, and Portuguese.

    InfoComm América Latina is supported by Ross Video, the main sponsor of Congreso AVIXA; Biamp and Lenovo, which sponsor various activities of the Educational Program; as well as Xilica, represented by Tecso, and Meyer Sound, who also collaborate in this inaugural edition of the show.

  • Christie Eclipse G3 to make its debut at CEDIA Expo

    Christie Eclipse G3 to make its debut at CEDIA Expo

    Christie is set to debut its Eclipse G3 projector at CEDIA Expo 2025, showcasing a new benchmark in true HDR performance with a 6DLP design. With unmatched contrast, color depth, and brightness, the Eclipse G3 is built for ultra-high-end home theaters, planetariums, and themed attractions. It delivers lifelike visuals with a massive 20,000,000:1 contrast ratio, up to 98% Rec. 2020 color gamut, and long-lasting brightness, making it one of the most advanced display solutions available.

    Beyond Eclipse G3, Christie will also highlight its broader portfolio at the show, including pure laser cinema projectors with patented VDR technology and MicroTiles® LED solutions with ultra-fine pixel pitches. Visitors can also explore Core Series III UHD LED video walls and static projectors, demonstrating Christie’s innovation across high-performance projection and LED displays for immersive experiences.

    Christie® is pleased to announce the launch of Eclipse G3, a unique 6DLP projector that offers true HDR performance for unsurpassed image quality. The third generation of Christie Eclipse technology, Eclipse G3 will debut at CEDIA Expo, from September 3-6 at the Colorado Convention Center, lighting up the screen with Seymour-Screen Excellence in SR7 as part of a home theater set-up valued at over USD$1 million.

    Eclipse G3 is designed for applications that require the most immersive, true-to-life experience, including ultra-high-end home theaters, planetariums, and themed attractions, to deliver the pinnacle of display performance.

    Offering a degree of detail and depth of color not possible with any other projector, Eclipse G3 features true HDR performance for the deepest, darkest onscreen blacks imaginable. With up to 20,000,000:1 sequential contrast ratio – 100 times Rec. 2100 contrast performance – Eclipse G3 delivers exceptional detail in the extreme black range and stunning specular highlights. Colors are rich, saturated, and lifelike with Eclipse G3’s color gamut of ≈98% of the Rec. 2020 color palette.

    “Eclipse G3 makes ‘video black’ a thing of the past,” explains Larry Paul, executive director, Technology and Custom Solutions, Christie. “It can display true black without any residual light for the richest visual experience in fully light-controlled environments.”

    Eclipse G3 supports up to 120Hz 2D and active 3D at up to 60Hz per eye at native 4K resolution. With this next generation of Eclipse technology, not only is the 30,000 ANSI lumen Eclipse G3 brighter and more durable—capable of maintaining full brightness for 50,000 hours— it’s also more refined, with built-in RGB pure laser illumination and a streamlined, easier-to-install form factor.

    Christie across the show floor at CEDIA Expo

    In SR10, Christie joins Alcons Audio to demonstrate a CP4425-RGB pure laser cinema projector with VDR. VDR is a patented technology that enables Christie CineLife+™ Series projectors to analyze every incoming video frame in real time and compute and modify the output laser power as needed on every video frame. Content is optimized for contrast, black-level detail, and power savings, all while retaining the original creative intent.

    Attendees can experience Christie LED solutions in the ASCENDO booth, #4312. A four-by-nine tile array of MicroTiles® LED in a 0.75mm pixel pitch will showcase the technology’s impressive visual performance driven by 24-bit internal processing and support for 4K@120 Hz. A 163-inch diagonal 0.9mm pixel pitch Core Series III UHD LED video wall will also be on display. Attendees can also get a close look at static projectors, including an M 4K25-RGB pure laser projector, a 4K1600-JS Jazz Series 1DLP laser projector, and a 4K860-iS Inspire Series projector.

  • Blackwire Designs to Highlight Latest Innovations and Partnerships at CEDIA Expo 2025

    Blackwire Designs to Highlight Latest Innovations and Partnerships at CEDIA Expo 2025

    Blackwire Designs is gearing up for CEDIA Expo 2025 in Denver, where it will showcase its latest innovations, software tools, and industry partnerships. Visitors to Booth 4108 will get hands-on with new solutions, including the upcoming Ring – Control & Events Pro driver for Control4, which brings expanded integration for security and automation. Attendees can also see updates to VideoWall Pro and MultiView Pro drivers, plus seamless integrations with Bose Professional, PDK, Uniview, and more.

    Alongside product demos, Blackwire will highlight its popular services like the Network Provisioning Service (NPS) and AV-over-IP customization, which save integrators time and ensure optimized deployments. The company will also host its Ruckus 101 training session, offering practical, hands-on learning to strengthen networking skills. With these tools and training, Blackwire continues its mission to make complex AV and IT projects easier, faster, and more reliable for integrators.

    Blackwire Designs, a leading distributor in the custom installation and Pro AV markets, is excited to announce its technology and partner lineup at CEDIA Expo 2025, Sept. 4-6 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. Attendees are invited to visit Booth 4108 to experience Blackwire’s latest innovative tools and technologies firsthand. Industry partners from Ruckus, Bose Professional, Uniview, ProdataKey (PDK), and more will also be present, offering a prime opportunity for integrators to explore new solutions, connect with leading brands, and see how Blackwire is continuing to raise the bar in the industry.

    “Blackwire understands the challenges integrators face every day, which is why we pair our specialized inventory with a suite of services designed to streamline projects, boost efficiency, and reduce costs,” said Cody Crossland, VP of Sales at Blackwire Designs. “CEDIA Expo 2025 presents a perfect stage to demonstrate not only our technology but also top-line products from other leading names in the residential and pro AV industries. Whether attendees are seeking standout solutions for a single project or a reliable ecosystem for every job, they’ll find the tools and support they need at our booth.”

    At the show, Blackwire will highlight its new Ring – Control & Events Pro for Control4 (C4) software. Launching in September, the driver delivers integration of the Ring Alarm, camera lighting control, and more. With advanced programming capabilities using Ring alarm triggers, sensors, and camera peripherals, dealers can offer expanded security automation. An update featuring integration with RTI and Elan systems will be released in October.

    Additionally, Blackwire will demonstrate its existing Control4 drivers — including VideoWall Pro and MultiView Pro — which simplify video wall and multiview management with intuitive controls and broad AV-over-IP compatibility. The company will also showcase its latest integrations with Bose Professional, PDK, and Uniview, giving visitors a firsthand look at how these solutions seamlessly expand the C4 ecosystem.

    Attendees can also explore Blackwire’s award-winning Network Provisioning Service (NPS), which delivers fully configured, installation-ready networking gear right out of the box, free with eligible purchases. Along with NPS, Blackwire provides a complimentary AV-over-IP Service that customizes systems to each project’s needs with firmware updates and labeling before the order ships and expert design services to ensure reliable, optimized results for commercial and residential applications. Blackwire will also offer its popular Ruckus 101 training session on Friday, Sept. 5, at 10 a.m., in Room 104, giving integrators the chance to sharpen their skills with hands-on guidance and live access point provisioning.

  • Just Add Power to Showcase Next-Generation AV-over-IP Solutions at CEDIA Expo 2025

    Just Add Power to Showcase Next-Generation AV-over-IP Solutions at CEDIA Expo 2025

    Just Add Power will showcase its latest AV-over-IP solutions at CEDIA Expo 2025, offering integrators a preview of its cutting-edge innovations. Visitors to the booth C1309 can explore the MC-USB, a device designed to enhance system control with KVM and touchscreen capabilities, and the MC-QX MaxColor 4K60 Tiling and Warping Encoder, which enables dynamic, multi-source video displays, ideal for applications like sports bars and digital art installations. These advancements aim to simplify installation and unlock creative possibilities for AV professionals.

    Additionally, Just Add Power will reveal the MC-TX1-RACK, a new rackmount solution that consolidates three MaxColor encoders into one chassis, improving cable management, speeding up installations, and enhancing system reliability. The company’s focus is on empowering partners with easy-to-deploy, scalable solutions that anticipate future AV needs, making sophisticated deployments more accessible and powerful.

    Just Add Power, a leader in AV-over-IP distribution, today announced it will offer an exclusive preview of its latest advancements designed to redefine control, simplify installation, and unlock new creative possibilities for integrators at CEDIA Expo 2025, Sept. 3-6, in Denver. Attendees are invited to visit the Just Add Power booth C1309 to experience live demonstrations of the new MC-USB device, the groundbreaking MC-QX MaxColor 4K60 Tiling and Warping Encoder, and see a preview of the new MC-TX1-RACK Rackmount MaxColor Encoder solution.

    “We are incredibly excited to give integrators an early look at how Just Add Power is continuing to push the boundaries of AV-over-IP at CEDIA Expo 2025,” said Ed Qualls, CEO of Just Add Power. “Our focus remains on empowering our partners with solutions that not only meet today’s demands but also anticipate tomorrow’s needs. From effortless control with the MC-USB; to the endless display options made possible by the MC-QX; as well as the upcoming easy installation benefits and scalability of our Rackmount MaxColor encoder, we’re making sophisticated AV deployments more accessible and more powerful than ever before.”

    Ultimate Control with the MC-USB
    Making its CEDIA preview debut, the new MaxColor™ USB 2.0 over IP device (MC-USB) represents a significant leap forward in integrated system control. Compatible with Just Add Power’s renowned MaxColor Series, the MC-USB provides access to all computers on the system with built-in keyboard, video, mouse (KVM) touchscreen, and webcam interface. This device enables flexible access and robust control over distant computers, ensuring efficiency and security in 4K60 UltraHD environments. With one USB-C 2.0 on the back and two USB-C 2.0 and two USB-A 2.0 on the front, all connected over an RJ-45 1GbE LAN port, the MC-USB delivers comprehensive KVM and hotkey support, making it an essential tool for environments demanding precise control and seamless user interaction.

    Imagine the Possibilities with the MC-QX
    The MC-QX MaxColor 4K60 Tiling and Warping Encoder combines Just Add Power’s cutting-edge MaxColor technology, 4K network video tiler, and Warp Engine technology into a single, powerful device. This innovative encoder allows up to four 4K60 source devices to be simultaneously displayed on a single screen in multiple formats, including single-screen, video wall, or tiled video. With its warping capability, installers can rotate any source image in a Just Add Power matrix in 0.1-degree increments in real time, sending the rotated image to an unlimited number of Decoders for the creation of massive artistic video walls. The MC-QX truly empowers integrators to imagine the possibilities for dynamic, multi-source video environments, from sports bars and casinos to digital art installations.

    “The MC-QX is a testament to our vision of pushing conventional boundaries in video distribution,” said Qualls. “It’s not just about delivering pristine 4K60 video; it’s about providing the freedom and flexibility to manipulate content in ways previously unimaginable, creating truly immersive and engaging visual experiences for any application.”

    Easy Installations and the Rackmount MaxColor MC-TX1-RACK
    Designed to revolutionize AV deployments, the new MC-TX1-RACK combines three MaxColor 4K60 4:4:4 HDMI encoders into a single rackmount chassis, streamlining cable management, reducing clutter, and significantly speeding up installation for both compact and large-scale AV-over-IP systems. This innovation is the first of its kind in the MaxColor lineup and centralizes multiple encoders to reduce points of failure and simplify troubleshooting, ensuring reliable system performance and easy access to all connections via front-facing ports. Supporting all audio formats and featuring Audio Return Channel (ARC) functionality for seamless two-way audio integration, the MC-TX1-RACK makes sophisticated AV setups more efficient and powerful than ever. Demonstrations showing just how easy it is to install and configure the MC-TX1-RACK, and all Just Add Power systems, will be held regularly throughout the CEDIA Expo.

  • All-In for the Custom Integration Community: Trinnov’s CEDIA Expo 2025 Lineup

    All-In for the Custom Integration Community: Trinnov’s CEDIA Expo 2025 Lineup

    Trinnov Audio is bringing a fresh approach to CEDIA Expo 2025 with a focus on empowering custom integrators. The company will host free seminars and hands-on training sessions, led by experts in high-performance audio, to help professionals enhance their real-world projects. Key topics will include mastering Trinnov’s WaveForming™ technology for optimal subwoofer performance and audio over IP (AoIP) deployment. Trinnov’s training program promises to provide valuable tools and strategies for CI professionals, ensuring they can leverage cutting-edge audio technology in their installations.

    Additionally, Trinnov will preview the streamlined Altitude UI, offer one-on-one consultations, and present exclusive updates to their products. Partner demos featuring Alcons, Krix, Kaleidescape, and more will showcase the superior audio performance enabled by Trinnov’s systems. The company is set to wow the custom integration community, highlighting its commitment to meeting the evolving needs of the industry.

    Trinnov Audio returns to CEDIA Expo 2025 with a new approach. This year, the company has completely revamped their Expo strategy to focus on giving Custom Integration (CI) professionals the tools they need to implement high performance audio in real world projects.

    Trinnov will kick off CEDIA Expo 2025 with a slate of free high-performance audio seminars for custom integrators. Trinnov’s globally renowned active acoustics and high-performance audio experts will offer hands-on, interactive training on Wednesday September 3 in HPA208, open to all CEDIA attendees at no additional cost.

    During tradeshow hours, Trinnov will transition the space to host walkthroughs of the all-new streamlined Altitude UI, one-on-one consultations, and exclusive previews of the future of the brand.

    “At this year’s CEDIA, all our activities will center around meeting the CI market’s unique needs,” says Arnaud Laborie, CEO of Trinnov Audio. “Trinnov has always been future-focused. Our software-based products are designed with enough processing headroom to operate in the field for a decade or more and are continuously updated for free with groundbreaking features like WaveForming™. This year, however, we’re moving beyond technology demonstrations to empower custom integrators with tools, training, strategies, and more they can apply to real-world projects.”

    Trinnov High Performance Audio Training Program

    The Trinnov High Performance Audio Training Program includes essential sessions for CI professionals. All sessions take place on Wednesday, September 3 in the Trinnov High Performance Audio room, HPA208.

    Sessions announced to date include:

    • Introduction to Trinnov (9:00 AM – 10:00 AM MT)
      Led by Trinnov Inc/US General Manager Jon Herron, this session helps dealers and integrators communicate the benefits of Trinnov’s revolutionary software-based platform. Attendees will gain practical talking points to confidently answer the question, “Why Trinnov?”
    • Mastering WaveForming™: Subwoofer Layouts and Microphone Placement (10:30 AM – 11:30 AM MT)
      Trinnov’s exclusive WaveForming technology transforms what’s possible for low-frequency performance. In this session, Trinnov CEO Arnaud Laborie guides participants through subwoofer layout strategies for WaveForming implementation, along with microphone placement best practices for expert calibration. Learn how to deliver unmatched bass clarity, impact, and seat-to-seat consistency—with as few as four subwoofers.
    • Audio over IP in the Home: A Guide to AoIP Deployment (12:30 PM – 1:30 PM MT)
      Audio over IP (AoIP) is gaining traction in the high-end residential market. Trinnov International Sales Manager David Meyerowitz demystifies core protocols like Dante and AES67 while outlining best practices for network design, latency management, and system interoperability. Attendees will also gain insight into when analog and HDMI remain the best approach.

    Space is limited to 50 participants per session. Attendees can reserve a seat by registering at hub.trinnov.com/cedia2025. Onsite registration is available on a first-come, first-served basis; attendees are encouraged to arrive early to secure a spot.

    Trinnov’s Future Vision for Custom Integration

    Trinnov’s training program, including sessions on cutting-edge active acoustics techniques and AoIP system design, indicates the company’s direction for CI industry-focused innovation—but there is more to come at CEDIA Expo 2025.

    “Every year at CEDIA Expo, we intend to wow one of our most important and passionate audiences: custom integrators,” says Laborie. “This year is no different. I hope and anticipate that the news we have to share at this year’s CEDIA Expo will generate a great deal of excitement from both our current partners and the custom integration community at large.”

    Experience Trinnov Across CEDIA Expo

    CEDIA Expo attendees can experience Trinnov Audio’s power and performance first-hand in demonstrations from partners including:

    • Alcons (SR10)
    • Krix (SR12)
    • K-Array (SR9)
    • Kaleidescape (Booth 3107)
    • Lumagen (SR11)
    • SoundTube (Booth C501)

    These demos span diverse applications, from a Dolby Atmos® theater with WaveForming in Lumagen’s “Paragons of Home Theater” showcase in SR11 to a show-floor stereo sound demonstration from Kaleidescape in booth 3107. This diverse array of demonstrations from CI industry leaders illustrates the difference Trinnov processors and amplifiers make in systems of all sizes.

  • Modern Atomics “Powers-Up” All Motorized Shade Motors at CEDIA Expo

    Modern Atomics “Powers-Up” All Motorized Shade Motors at CEDIA Expo

    Modern Atomics is showcasing its innovative AI-powered power distribution units (PDUs) at the CEDIA Expo, designed to enhance the performance of motorized shade motors from leading brands like Somfy, Matter, Zigbee, and Bluetooth. Their solutions, including the Reaktor and Neutron models, provide energy-efficient operation by eliminating up to 99.75% of wasted electrical current. These PDUs, with prices starting from $1,499, offer compact designs, easy setup, and can support up to 22 motors, reducing energy consumption significantly.

    Additionally, Modern Atomics introduced Collider, a high-performance PDU built for PoE motors, capable of delivering 90 watts of power to 16 ports simultaneously with redundant power options. This unit, shipping in December, will be available for $2,999. The Tokamak model further streamlines setups, supporting up to 10 motors and reducing wiring complexity in large systems. Modern Atomics’ continued innovation positions them as leaders in efficient energy management for the AV industry.

    At Expo (#C1120) Modern Atomics is demonstrating its growing ecosystem of Ai-enhanced power distribution units driving 485, PoE, Zigbee, Matter, and SubGHz motors – all smartly controlled by Bond. In addition, BTX Intelligent Fashion (4404), Draper at Home (3720), Screen Innovations (2533), and Wolf Drapery (C1120) all incorporate Modern Atomics in their exhibits.

    Modern Atomics made big news last year with its first solution, Reaktor. This powers 22 Somfy RS485 SDN low voltage motors. Modern Atomics’ patented AI power supply technology eliminates up to 99.75% of normally wasted idle electrical current, saving hundreds of Kilowatt-hours per shade/per year. Additional benefits include compact wall/rack-mountable design and easy setup. MSRP starts at $1,499.

    New from the company is Neutron. An expanded version of Reaktor — complete with all its benefits — Neutron powers up to 22 low voltage shade motors from most popular brands including Matter, Bluetooth, Zigbee, Z-Wave, and Sub-GHz RF or 24V 485. Shipping in October, MSRP starts at $1,899.

    With the future of PoE in mind, Modern Atomics introduces Collider. Built upon Reaktor, the first available version will be a half-rack one-Kilowatt 16 port Gigabit bt++ switch for PoE motors. This PDU offers redundant AC and Solar power options, can re-generate its own power, and can hold stored energy for 3-weeks. And each of its 16-ports can generate 90-watts of power simultaneously. No networking expertise is required to install. Shipping in December, MSRP starts at $2,999.

    Also new is Tokamak, a dual-purpose power supply that drives up to 10 shades (485 or RF motors). If mated with larger Modern Atomics PDUs in big systems (up to 192 shades), Tokamak provides the DC power for up to 8 PDU’s. This eliminates the need for each PDU to have a separate DC injector, saving space and cables, and reducing required AC outlets from 8 to 1. Shipping now, MSRP starts at $1,299.

    Modern Atomics is led by co-founders Paul Bryson (CTO), Tim Marshall (CFO), and Michael Braithwaite (Chairperson). They are known for having developed innovative technologies for NetStreams, and holding key posts at AMX, ClearOne, Crestron and Screen Innovations. In 2024 Braithwaite was recognized by Commercial Integrator Magazine as a Living Legend (#45).

  • Coastal Source, Lutron, Draper At Home, and Access Network Host Destination Outdoors at CEDIA 2025

    Coastal Source, Lutron, Draper At Home, and Access Network Host Destination Outdoors at CEDIA 2025

    CEDIA 2025 will feature a groundbreaking outdoor exhibit, Destination Outdoors, sponsored by Coastal Source, Lutron, Draper at Home, and Access Networks. This 24,000 square-foot space, located directly outside the Colorado Convention Center, will showcase cutting-edge outdoor technology, including high-performance audio, smart lighting, shading solutions, and advanced networking products. With live demos, product launches, and new solutions like Coastal Source’s EVO lighting and Access Networks’ Wi-Fi 7 access points, attendees will experience the future of outdoor living spaces.

    The event will highlight the importance of enhancing outdoor environments with the same level of sophistication as indoor spaces. From smart lighting and HiFi outdoor sound systems to innovative outdoor shades and networking products, Destination Outdoors aims to revolutionize how we connect and enjoy outdoor spaces. Attendees can also join the Happy Hour on Thursday, September 4th, to meet the teams and explore these innovations firsthand.

    The great outdoors will once again take center stage at CEDIA 2025 as Coastal Source, Lutron, Draper at Home, and Access Networks join forces to sponsor Destination Outdoors – a fully outdoor exhibit area directly across from the Colorado Convention Center where show attendees can experience the latest outdoor technology in its intended setting.

    Coastal Source is the industry leading manufacturer and designer of rugged, high-performance outdoor audio and lighting that’s designed to Defy the Elements™. Lutron develops smart lighting and home automation, known for seamlessly blending technology, design, and energy efficiency to enhance comfort and control. Draper At Home is an industry leading shade and screen manufacturer dedicated to bringing new levels of choice, quality, and deliverability to residential shading markets. Access Networks offers premier enterprise-grade networking products and services to providers dedicated to keeping clients connected in any size modern environment.

    “High performance outdoor audio for every type of outdoor living environment, a full range of lighting solutions, networking, and a complete selection of shades and screens will all be on display,” said Coastal Source Founder and CEO Franco D’Ascanio. “Together with our partners Access Networks, Draper at Home, and Lutron, we will send the message that the outdoor living environment is just as important as the indoor living environment.”

    Spanning an impressive 24,000 square feet, Destination Outdoors will showcase the full potential of modern outdoor living. Along with outdoor living offerings, a pergola area, and canopy tents, the space will feature live product demos like the Central Park Listening Zones and the Lighting Tent, where attendees can experience Coastal Source’s three lighting tiers — Essential, Enhanced, and Premier.

    In addition to new product launches, including an all-new product category that reimagines what’s possible in outdoor sound design, Coastal Source will highlight the modular 1000 Series Bollards, now enhanced with improved power handling, greater clarity, and more accurate tonal balance, while preserving its signature deep bass. Also on display, Razor, the industry’s first outdoor wall and hardscape speaker line engineered for true HiFi performance, delivers rich, detailed sound in a sleek, low-profile design that seamlessly blends into any outdoor environment.

    On the lighting side, attendees can experience EVO, Coastal Source’s most advanced lighting line yet – a stunning evolution in outdoor illumination featuring architecturally refined fixtures, custom LED modules, and flexible accessories for elevated outdoor illumination. Coastal Source will also unveil a powerful new lighting partnership, bringing industry-leading control and performance together in a game-changing solution for the outdoors.

    At Destination Outdoors, Lutron will showcase its industry-leading solutions giving attendees the opportunity to experience how seamlessly its products enhance outdoor living spaces. Including smart lighting solutions that transform patios, gardens, and pool areas, Lutron demonstrates how outdoor environments can be as inviting, functional, and connected as the indoors.

    Draper At Home will be introducing three new products to increase the performance and convenience of outdoor shades. The FlexShade ZIP 127 and ZIP XL with Solar Panel means no power no problem when installing outdoor shades, and the newly available Bond Weather Station will keep the shades in the right place at the right time.

    “Destination Outdoors is the perfect opportunity to introduce these powerful new tools to dealers,” said Clint Childress, Residential Market Director, Draper at Home. “We hope they will come see and feel for themselves the improved experience that comes with Draper At Home outdoor shades.”

    Access Networks will showcase innovative new technology at Destination Outdoors this year including their latest Wi-Fi 7 access point lineup and the enhanced ARCC Cloud-Based Controller platform that provides more control and flexibility to manage projects and licenses, as well as a new collaboration with Fortinet firewalls.

    “This will be our second year as a Destination Outdoors sponsor and we are excited to be participating again,” noted Jon Peckman, Director of Sales at Access Networks. “Not only is being outside the convention center a great opportunity for attendees to enjoy learning about products in a new environment, but it also allows our team to showcase some of the incredible innovations we have launched over the past year in a distinctive brand experience partners can enjoy in the open air.”

    All CEDIA attendees are encouraged to visit Destination Outdoors right outside the Colorado Convention Center and stop by the Happy Hour on Thursday, September 4th, from 4 – 7pm to connect with the team and preview the future of outdoor systems.