Today's Headlines

SIM2 Dealers Take Italy By Storm!
Submitted on: 07/03/2008, 9:57 am
Dealer getaway to Italy a success!

HDMI Extender Enables Easy IR Remote Control
Submitted on: 07/03/2008, 9:57 am
New extender from Gefen offers IR back channel remote control.

ATON™ To Showcase First Shipping Digi-5 Products at CEDIA
Submitted on: 07/02/2008, 7:15 pm
Whole House Audio Innovator Uses New Technology Infrastructure to Boost Quality and Value With Cutting Edge Digital Audio Routers

iVideosongs Shows How to Play Pretty Woman and The First Cut is the Deepest
Submitted on: 07/02/2008, 7:15 pm
Plus Born to Be Wild, Baby I’m a Want You and Float On Added to Growing Catalog

BlueKey Wirerless Sees the New Direction for Green Consumer Electroincs
Submitted on: 07/02/2008, 2:46 pm
Home systems control is moving into the business of power monitoring and control in efforts to realize and reduce energy consumption for sustainability. Now add to that carbon footprint product ratings and now you see the rest of the picture.

Tek Supply Now Offers the Allen Bradley PLC 2 Programming Software .
Submitted on: 07/02/2008, 2:43 pm
The PLC2 is an older processor no longer supported by Allen Bradley, however we recognize that there are still a few of these processors being used today.

MusicGiants Appoints NEW CTO
Submitted on: 07/02/2008, 2:43 pm
MUSICGIANTS APPOINTS DIGITAL MEDIA AND VIDEO-ON-DEMAND VETERAN THOMAS WENDT AS CTO

Panamax 2008 CEDIA Preview
Submitted on: 07/02/2008, 12:24 pm
Panamax and Furman have been international leaders in providing award-winning, innovative power management products for more than 30 years.

Phoenix Gold® Launches New Four-Level True-Spec Accessory Series at 2008 CEDIA Expo
Submitted on: 07/02/2008, 10:31 am
The New Series Includes HDMI, RCA, Component, Composite, Digital Coaxial and Optical, S-Video and Mini/MP3 Products Within the 300 (Good), 500 (Better), 700 (Best), and 900 (Ultra High Quality) Lines

HOME GATEWAY INITIATIVE ANNOUNCES NEW CTO
Submitted on: 07/02/2008, 10:31 am
Today the Home Gateway Initiative announces the appointment of Duncan Bees as the new Chief Technology Officer, replacing Paolo Pastorino who will return to his role at Telecom Italia.

AudioSource® Launches New Retail Accessory Series at 2008 CEDIA Expo
Submitted on: 07/02/2008, 10:31 am
The New Series Includes HDMI, RCA, Component, Digital Coaxial, Optical and Mini/MP3 Products Within the AudioSource Accessory Line

Plantronics Discovery 925 Bluetooth Headset
Submitted on: 07/01/2008, 9:48 pm
Plantronics 925 Discovery Bluetooth Wireless Headsets

ECLIPSE MARKETING ANNOUNCES A NEW MARKETING TOOL FOR INTEGRATORS THAT WILL ENABLE THEM TO STAY IN TOUCH WITH THEIR CUSTOMERS
Submitted on: 07/01/2008, 9:48 pm
Pre-Designed Print and Electronic Newsletters Provide Systems Contractors a Cost-Effective Means to Stay in Touch with Customers on a Regular Basis

Now Shipping, SI Features New Award-Winning Black Diamond Projector Screen at 2008 CEDIA Expo
Submitted on: 07/01/2008, 3:01 pm
~ 2008 EH Expo Best of Demo Alley and 2008 CEDIA Manufacturer's Excellence Awards Finalist More than Triples the Contrast in Both “Dark” and “Bright” Environments ~

Video Mount Products Debuts Universal Mid-Size Tilting Flat Panel Wall Mount at 2008 CEDIA Expo
Submitted on: 07/01/2008, 11:17 am
Now Shipping, the LCD-MID-FT Universal Mid-Size Flat Panel Wall Mount with 15 Degree Tilt Capabilities is Designed to Hold 27- to 42-Inch Monitors up to 100 lbs.

Accell Announces Their Line of Second Generation UltraAV® Switches and Splitters Now Supporting HDMI™ 1.3 High-Speed
Submitted on: 07/01/2008, 9:44 am
Accell’s user-friendly HDMI 1.3 switches, splitters and distribution amplifiers infiltrate both the home theater and custom installation audio and video markets

Savant Courts Mac Developer Community with Open Alliance
Submitted on: 07/01/2008, 9:44 am
New Savant Open Developer Alliance Invites the Mac Developer Community to Create Home Automation Software for Fun and Profit

PC Mall Chooses iZ3D 22-inch Widescreen 3D Monitors
Submitted on: 06/30/2008, 8:44 pm
Popular 3D Monitor Now Features New Drivers for 64 Bit Compatibility, CrossFireX and Open GL Quad Buffer support.

Silicon Image’s InstaPort Technology Provides Instant Access to HD Entertainment
Submitted on: 06/30/2008, 2:28 pm
HDTVs with InstaPort Technology Deliver Sub-second HDMI Switching

Pantel Completes Outdoor Weatherproof LCD HDTV Line
Submitted on: 06/30/2008, 2:28 pm
Now Shipping! The 20-, 52-, and 65-Inch Models Join the Acclaimed 32- and 42-Inch Product Line

Sangoma Technologies Receives 2007 Product of the Year Award from Communications Solutions
Submitted on: 06/30/2008, 2:27 pm
A500 BRI Card Honored for Outstanding Innovation

ISE adds major business conference to programme for Amsterdam 2009
Submitted on: 06/27/2008, 11:11 am
Digital Out Of Home gathering will add new visitors from advertising, media and facilities management sectors

PMA/PGW Puts Spotlight on Lighting With Expert Seminar on Effective Lighting Design at July TLC Dealer Education Event
Submitted on: 06/27/2008, 11:10 am
Two new sessions of popular TLC-IV dealer education program are scheduled for July 9 & 10

Colorado vNet Vibe Touchscreen Wins Innovative Housing Technology Award for Integrated Home Control
Submitted on: 06/26/2008, 7:10 pm
Touchscreen integrates whole-house control over digital audio, lighting, climate, security and CCTV cameras.

ELAN® Steps-up Dealer Support with New Website and Consumer-Directed Campaign
Submitted on: 06/26/2008, 7:10 pm
Company Expands Nationwide Marketing Efforts with Addition of New Marketing Tools for its Dealers

OWI Inc. Debuts CRS-101 Infrared Wireless Microphone System at National Educational Computing Conference
Submitted on: 06/26/2008, 7:10 pm
Compact, Wall-Mounted System Makes Any Seat “The Best Seat in the Room”

NOW SHIPPING, STEREOSTONE FEATURES NEW “FOUNTAIN SPEAKER” AT 2008 CEDIA EXPO
Submitted on: 06/26/2008, 12:10 pm
The StereoStone Fountain Speaker is a Working Water Fountain and High Fidelity Sound System that is the Perfect Complement for Patios, Gardens, and Porches

Music Port Fully INtegrates PCs with NuVo Technologies' Multi-Room Audio Systems
Submitted on: 06/26/2008, 10:55 am
New package greatly expands the range and functionality of NuVo’s Grand Concerto and Essentia E6G systems by embracing the PC as both a source and as a controller.

Colorado vNet Expands Home Automation System with CCTV Camera Integration
Submitted on: 06/25/2008, 8:58 pm
With new application module, users can view video images from cameras on the same Vibe™ Color Touchscreen that controls audio, lighting, climate, security, and more.

GENIUS ANNOUNCES THE NEW 2.O TOUCH SPEAKER SYSTEM FOR FINGER CONTROL
Submitted on: 06/25/2008, 8:57 pm
The SP-T1200 changes settings with a touch of a finger

iZ3D 22-inch Widescreen 3D Monitors Now Available at Amazon.com
Submitted on: 06/25/2008, 8:57 pm
Company Expands Global Retail Exposure for Its 3D Monitors

Cortexa, a Manufacturer of Home Automated Systems, is Acquired and Appoints Coleman Washington President and CEO – 6-24-08
Submitted on: 06/25/2008, 4:24 pm
Austin, TX - Cortexa LLC, an innovative residential automation controller developer and manufacturer, was acquired by Cortexa Systems LLC, an investment group funded by Hidrock Realty.

VIZIO further entrenches its North America’s* #1 and #2 best-selling plasma HDTV position with two new high-performance HDTV plasma products, starting at only $599.
Submitted on: 06/25/2008, 2:05 pm
-VIZIO breaks the price barrier again with the VP422 (42") retailing for $799 and the VP322 (32") set at $599 at all 3,400 U.S. Wal-Mart stores -VIZIO continues long heritage of high-performance, high-value HDTVs with two new plasma models offerin

VIZIO Introduces New High Performance XVT HDTVs Offering Highest Value in Audio and Video Performance
Submitted on: 06/25/2008, 2:05 pm
VIZIO is now offering 3 new HDTV models offering the latest technology in both LCD and Plasma that significantly enhances Video and Audio performance for consumers and prices that are very affordable.

Control4, D-Tools Collaborate on Hospitality Automation Solutions for Dealers
Submitted on: 06/25/2008, 9:04 am
D-Tools allows Control4 hospitality dealers to standardize system design and documentation for the hospitality industry.

BarracudaDrive 3.9 Home/Business Web Server
Submitted on: 06/25/2008, 8:10 am
Real Time Logic Announces BarracudaDrive 3.9, an easy to use web server for small businesses and consumers.

HGI: HOME GATEWAY DEPLOYMENT TO HIT 30 MILLION BY 2009
Submitted on: 06/25/2008, 8:10 am
The Home Gateway Initiative outlines global rise of home gateway device - 34 million by 2009, with 10 million in NA - takes major presence at CONNECTIONS US, Santa Clara

USB Optically Isolated Input and Solid State Relay Output Module
Submitted on: 06/24/2008, 2:38 pm
ACCES I/O Products announces the latest addition to its line of USB/104 I/O modules – Model USB-IDIO-16. The unit features 16 individually optically isolated inputs and 16 fully protected solid state FET outputs capable of switching up to 2A each.

MIT Announces "Always Perfect Power" tm
Submitted on: 06/24/2008, 2:13 pm
MIT Cables has introduced a new series of power treatment and OVP (over voltage protection) devices aimed at the AV Custom Integration market: Key price points are covered and installations can move ahead without compromise!

LIFT-TECH Announces New Self-Concealing Cabinet Top Motorized Flat Panel TV Lifts
Submitted on: 06/24/2008, 2:13 pm
Lift-Tech’s Self-Concealing Cabinet Top Presents an Elegant Solution to the Dilemma of How to Get the Cabinet Top Out of View while Preserving the Swivel Functionality of the Motorized Lift.

Salamander Designs Ships Premium Mounts, Accessories for Flat-Panel TVs
Submitted on: 06/24/2008, 12:00 pm
New Dyno, PilotMotion™, Flexo, Plano, Luna Ceiling and Zoom Desk Mounts Plus Synchro Accessories Deliver Stylish, Maneuverable A/V System Support

Naim Audio Appoints NaimNet USA as Exclusive Distributor for NaimNet.
Submitted on: 06/23/2008, 6:15 pm
NaimNet USA was created in 2008 for the sole purpose of bringing the NaimNet audiophile- grade custom installation product range to market in the US.

Polk Audio use CEDIA UK for Exclusive Launch
Submitted on: 06/23/2008, 9:28 am
Polk Audio, the leading International award-winning designer and manufacturer of high performance audio products, respond to the demands of the CI industry by releasing the brand new OWM3 architectural speaker.

Affordably Incorporate up to 64 INSTEON Devices with an AMX, Crestron, or RTI System
Submitted on: 06/20/2008, 5:13 pm
The Artemis INSTEON Controller acts as a centralized, stand-alone controller for INSTEON devices. It will also integrate them with AMX, Crestron or RTI home automation systems.

Gefen’s HDMI over RGB Extension Solution Enables Hi-Def Upgrades without Replacing Cables
Submitted on: 06/20/2008, 9:25 am
Connectivity solutions provider Gefen unveils its HDMI RGB Extender at InfoComm, using ActiveConnect™ technology from Gennum Corporation.

GefenTV Scaler Pro Offers HQV Scaling to Optimize Home Theater Systems
Submitted on: 06/20/2008, 9:25 am
Offering three separate functions in a single-box solution, the GefenTV Home Theater Scaler Pro switches between four audio/video sources, converts component, composite or s-video inputs to the enhanced HDMI v1.3 format.

Gefen Delivers HDMI over One Fiber Cable Using Small Sender/Receiver Units for Streamlined Installations
Submitted on: 06/20/2008, 9:25 am
Gefen’s newest fiber-based extension solution uses a single fiber optic cable to transmit HDMI v1.3 video up to 500 meters in distance with support for deep colors and the entire scope of the expanded HDMI format.

Two New Gefen Scalers Enable Clean Signal Conversions Between Digital and Analog Video Formats
Submitted on: 06/20/2008, 9:24 am
Two new scalers from the GefenTV line of prosumers solutions enable seamless signal up and down converting with support for hi-def and legacy equipment.

GefenTV Audio Processor Enables Creation of Surround Sound Environments Using One HDMI Signal
Submitted on: 06/20/2008, 9:24 am
Connectivity solutions provider Gefen announces its GefenTV Audio Processor at InfoComm.

New Ethernet Extenders from Gefen Offer Easy Method of Delivering Data throughout the Home or Office
Submitted on: 06/20/2008, 9:24 am
At InfoComm, Gefen demonstrates two Ethernet extenders: the GefenTV Ethernet over Power Line and the GefenTV Ethernet over Coax Extenders.