ERLANGER, KY, July 2, 2008— TVOne-task’s newest pair of professional format converters, the 1T-FC-524 and 1T-FC-425, tackles format conversion when dealing with analog to digital and digital to analog conversion. The 1T-FC-524 converts analog RGBHV or Component YPbPr inputs to DVI signals, enabling their display on DVI or HDTV monitors or other devices. The 1T-FC-425 converts DVI to RGBHV or Component YPbPr, enabling viewing on analog displays or other devices. Both units are now shipping.
These units are Format Converters only and no video scaling takes place. The 1T-FC-524 will convert to several other formats if DVI is not available. An analog YPbPr input can be converted to either digital YPbPr or RGBHV. An analog RGBHV input can be converted to digital RGBHV. more
LAS VEGAS, NV, JUNE 18, 2008 - Neutrik, designer and manufacturer of the XX series XLR cable connector, showcases its power as an industry leader in connectivity with its enhanced 32 Amp PowerCon® at InfoComm 2008 (Booth C3657). Neutrik’s new 32 Amp PowerCon is a high-capacity connector that meets the ever increasing demand for higher power transfer and load in the AV industry. more
HaiVision’s TelePresence Codec Technology helps Church For All Nations Unite Campuses
June 17, 2008 - HaiVision Systems Inc. (Montreal, Canada), the world’s leading vendor of performance H.264 network video codecs, announces that Church For All Nations, Colorado Springs, has installed hai1000 telepresence codec technology to join their 3 remote congregations with the central facility during worship.
“The HaiVision systems deliver an amazing experience for our members. The hai1000 makes it possible for us to have a one-church feel with campuses over 400 miles away.” explains Pastor David Cowart, who is responsible for the church’s media services. “Our goal with this equipment is to eliminate the distance between where our pastor actually preaches from and our satellite campuses. We want to expand the walls of the church to envelop a community that, without this technology, we could not.”
The hai1000 enables clear and fluid audio video communication amongst the church’s facilities. Unlike broadcast systems that introduce significant latency or conferencing systems that struggle to provide acceptable video quality, HaiVision’s hai1000 delivers pristine quality video between locations with negligible delay so that remote interaction is natural and stunningly realistic. more
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, May 22, 2008. EMCORE Corporation (NASDAQ: EMKR), a leading provider of compound semiconductor-based components and subsystems for the video, broadband, fiber optic, satellite, and terrestrial solar power markets, will be demonstrating the OTS-1DVI2A dual-link DVI Optiva® video transport module at InfoComm 2008. DVI or analog VGA may be input to the transmitter, and DVI or analog VGA may be output at the receiver. In addition to supporting DVI resolutions up to 2048 x 1536 @ 60 Hz, the module also supports VGA resolutions up to 2048 x 1536 @ 60 Hz.
“Emcore’s OTS-1DVI2A product line, utilizing previously acquired Opticomm technology, is a complete solution for transmitting the full range of VESA and SMPTE-compliant video resolutions over long or short distances on a single wavelength. This single fiber, single wavelength solution is perfect for any professional audio/visual application such as remote digital theaters, video conferencing, concerts, electronic billboards, and sports arena screens”, said Henok Tafese, Director of Business Development of Emcore Broadband. DVI transport is appropriate for any digital communication between video processing and monitor. more
ERLANGER, KY, June 3, 2008—The TVOne-task product line grows again with the addition of six new v1.3 HDMI products to its inventory consisting of two Switchers and four Distribution Amplifiers. These are not ordinary units, but are the first products designed expressly for the demanding professional market. Features like front panel status indication of input signal presence and HDCP presence, accommodation of HDMI cables with locking connectors, RS-232 control of the switchers, optional rackmount kits, separate audio and advanced EDID handling set these units apart from the field.
The 1T-SX-632 switches between two inputs and the 1T-SX-634 switches up to four inputs. They include built in Signal Enhancement to enable long cable runs that turned off when not required. Both models can be controlled via the front panel buttons, the included Infrared Remote Control or the standard RS-232 interface. more
April 14 — Monroe Township, NJ – NMR Staging & Events has recently acquired Panasonic‘s 103-inch Plasmas. By adding these new plasmas to their inventory, NMR Staging & Events can outfit tradeshow booths, corporate meetings, and special events with the industry‘s largest plasma panel. The 103-inch is sure to catch your attention in any one of NMR‘s innovative designs. Able to be mounted vertically or horizontally, the 103-inch allows for versatility and creativity to make a dynamic impact on your audience.
The Panasonic 103-inch Plasma offers full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and a contrast ratio of 5000:1. With an effective display area matching that of four 50-inch Panasonic plasma displays, the 103-inch also has built-in support for a 5 x 5 video wall. The range of applications can include digital signage, live events like meetings, events, and tradeshows, and is really only limited by your imagination. Check out the Panasonic 103-inch by clicking here.
Move Puts Greater Emphasis on Content as Key to Digital Signage Success
MONTREAL — April 10, 2008 – X2O Media, a world leader in technology and network management solutions for digital signage, has dramatically increased its sources for digital signage content and the breadth of content genres available to clients. X2O‘s extensive and growing relationships with producers and distributors across virtually all content genres has made it very easy for clients to run recognizable, quality content that attracts viewers and advertisers. On behalf of its clients, X2O Media can secure a vast catalog of video clips to increase network viewership, ranging from music videos to lifestyle items to niche genres such as fitness or fashion. X2O also supplies data feeds focused on a variety of subjects including weather, news, entertainment, business, and other categories. more
Digital Signage System Installed on Moving Vehicle Will Showcase Quality and Consistency of MPH-Enabled Live Broadcasts to Viewers on the Go
PRINCETON, N.J. — April 7, 2008 – Triveni Digital, a subsidiary of LG Electronics Inc., today announced that at the 2008 National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show, its technology will be highlighted in MPH™ in-band mobile digital television (DTV) technology demonstrations hosted by Harris Corporation, LG Electronics, and Zenith. more
TV One Adds HD-SDI Capabilities to the Already Popular C2-2000 Series
Five CORIO2 C2-2000 units with HD-SDI will make their debut at NAB 2008 in booth N1725 and will include a Universal Up/Down Converter, two Up Converters and two Down Converters.
ERLANGER, KY, April 2, 2008–TV One has taken product diversification up a notch with the addition of HD-SDI to five of the ten units in the C2-2000 series. These units now feature HD-SDI along with DVI and Analog inputs and outputs. The C2-2355A features HD-SDI Up, Down and Cross Conversion. The C2-2205A and C2-2255A offer Up and Cross Conversion, while the C2-2105A and C2-21555A provide Down Conversion.
The C2-2355A Universal Converter‘s inputs consist of SD/HD-SDI, DVI-D, Analog RGB/YPbPr via HD-15, YUV/YPbPr via 3-BNC, Composite Video via BNC, and YC (S-Video). Simultaneous outputs are provided in SD/HD-SDI, DVI-I and Analog RGB/YUV/YPbPr via HD-15, Composite Video and YC. All inputs are scalable to and from virtually all PC, SD and HD resolutions. Frame rates and incoming signal parameters can be adjusted. Advance features include Proc Amp, Genlock, Zoom, Shrink, Aspect Ratio Conversion, Picture-in-Picture, Chromakey, Lumakey, Mixing and Edge Blending. more
TVOne-task DVI Routing Switcher with HDCP Now Available
The 1T-SX-524 is a professional HDCP Compliant DVI routing switcher that can switch up to four inputs.
ERLANGER, KY, March 4, 2008– The TVOne-task 1T-SX-524 DVI Switcher is a compact, high performance product designed to meet the most demanding requirements for the switching of DVI signals with HDCP copy protection. The 1T-SX-524 has four inputs, and it can be controlled from the front panel input selection button or the included infrared remote control. The unit has a MSRP of $349.
The 1T-SX-524 has a maximum pixel rate of 165 MHz provides resolution capabilities up to 1920×1200 and 1080p. The unit has DVI-I connectors for the input and outputs and is powered by an included power adapter that provides 5VDC for operation. If a conflict exists with other IR remote controls in the operational environment, the included IR remote controller can be easily reprogrammed to avoid the problem. more
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ERLANGER, KY, July 2, 2008— TVOne-task’s newest pair of professional format converters, the 1T-FC-524 and 1T-FC-425, tackles format conversion when dealing with analog to digital and digital to analog conversion. The 1T-FC-524 converts analog RGBHV or Component YPbPr inputs to DVI signals, enabling their display on DVI or HDTV monitors or other devices. The 1T-FC-425 converts DVI to RGBHV or Component YPbPr, enabling viewing on analog displays or other devices. Both units are now shipping.
April 14 — Monroe Township, NJ – NMR Staging & Events has recently acquired Panasonic‘s 103-inch Plasmas. By adding these new plasmas to their inventory, NMR Staging & Events can outfit tradeshow booths, corporate meetings, and special events with the industry‘s largest plasma panel. The 103-inch is sure to catch your attention in any one of NMR‘s innovative designs. Able to be mounted vertically or horizontally, the 103-inch allows for versatility and creativity to make a dynamic impact on your audience. 
