GRAFIK 7000 from Lutron
Lutron Electronics has raised the bar with the GRAFIK 7000 centralized lighting control system, a powerful new tool that brings unprecedented integration, control and energy management advantages to any size project. Designed for optimal scalability, GRAFIK 7000 is a first-of-its kind central control system that allows today's best-available lighting automation technologies to be easily customized. It offers advanced hardware capabilities and customizable user interfaces for flexible and seamless integration of dimming, switching, window shading systems and daylighting. It also streamlines building operations with simple, yet comprehensive energy monitoring and management features plus convenient integration with building automation systems.   
www.lutron.com

DVI Balun from Intelix
Intelix LLC, U.S. manufacturer of audio/video equipment and software, announced the release of a DVI balun capable of distributing a high-quality DVI (digital visual interface) signal up to 150 feet over two inexpensive Cat 5 cables. The Intelix DVI balun supports standard HDTV and VESA resolution, as well as the DDWG standard for DVI compliant monitors. Intelix offers the broadest line of baluns in the pro AV marketplace, including solutions for audio, multiple formats of video, and VGA. In addition baluns, Intelix manufactures an extensive line of serial controlled mic/line, matrix, room-combine, and automatic mixers.
www.intelix.com

PT-LB30U Series from Panasonic
Panasonic has announced the PT-LB30U series of micro-portable LCD projectors, featuring the exclusive Daylight View technology to achieve a 50% improvement in image performance in bright rooms. This substantial improvement results from the projectors' ambient light sensor, which detects changes in a room's light intensity and significantly enhances perceptible colors. Because Daylight View achieves a superb level of color perception, users will experience less of a difference between PC display images and projected images. The new PT-LB30 series consists of the wireless, 3000-lumens, XGA-resolution PT-LB30NTU and the 3000-lumens, XGA-resolution PT-LB30U.These ultra-light units are effortless to move between locations. Exceptionally portable, the PT-LB30NTU and PT-LB30U weigh a mere 5.7 pounds and 5.5 pounds, respectively.
www.panasonic.com/projectors

Bosch Custom Products from Listen Technologies Corporation
Listen Technologies Corporation has announced its Bosch Custom Products offering. The new solutions enable audio visual professionals to provide perfectly matched conferencing solutions to their customers' unique needs. Listen Technologies became the exclusive distributor of Bosch's world-leading Conferencing Solutions this year. Adaptations can be aesthetic, functional – or both.  For example, one can change color, finish and texture of the products. Resize the unit to fit existing furniture. Replace buttons with dials. Integrate a smart card reader. Modify microphone length or incorporate a vandal-proof microphone. The solutions can also interface with external systems like video displays.
www.ListenTech.com

Sennheiser Mikroport 2015
Sennheiser has launched Mikroport 2015, a new personal FM system for the hearing impaired. Sennheiser's expertise in wireless professional audio systems offers Mikroport 2015 users interference-free UHF sound transmission, professional audio quality and unprecedented flexibility in the choice of channels. The system, available in three frequency range options, comprises a small body-pack receiver and transmitter, each with leather pouches for wearing on a belt or around the neck, a clip-on microphone, a charger with two sets of rechargeable batteries, and a leather system carrying case. Fully compatible with cochlear implants and hearing aids, the Mikroport 2015 system is ideally suited to the needs of the hearing impaired in schools and churches. The personal FM system provides anyone who has a hearing impairment - especially children and adolescents - with a direct link to a contact person such as a parent or teacher, thus allowing them to clearly understand what is being said.
www.sennheiserusa.com

inVisible from rp Visual Solutions
The inVizible Mounts from rp Visual Solutions are flat-panel flush mounts offering an elegant "built-in" solution for mounting of all flat panel displays. When mated with the panel of choice, this complete system is attractive, easy to use, and easy to install. The inVizible Mounts include both a wall and ceiling version providing a clean structural installation. The inVizible Swing Mount installs inside walls allowing the flat panel to be flush against the wall, and the inVizible Pull Mount fits in the ceiling and is pulled down for viewing. Each unit includes the heavy-duty fold out arm that allows ease of service access and cable accessories. The bezel frame is available in a variety of designer finishes. A ductless cooling system provides proper cooling for the flat panel.  The inVizible Mount family of products is compatible with most Plasma and LCD displays and is offered for the 42", 50" and 61" panels.
www.rpvisuals.com

Audio-Technica's UniPoint Series
In critical sound reinforcement, broadcast and recording applications, Audio-Technica's UniPoint Series of professional installed-sound microphones is renowned as the industry standard. Now Audio-Technica has completely reengineered the UniPoint Series, utilizing breakthrough audio and mechanical design improvements to set new standards for sonic quality, durability, clarity, reliability and ease of installation. New features for the A-T UniPoint Series include UniGuard RFI-shielding innovations for unsurpassed immunity from radio frequency interference, new interchangeable condenser elements (cardioid, hypercardioid, omnidirectional and UniLine line cardioid), superior off-axis rejection for improved gain before feedback, 80 Hz UniSteep filter for removal of unwanted low frequencies without affecting vocal quality, two-stage foam windscreen for dramatically improved resistance to P-pops and other breath blasts, and much more. With more than 30 new hanging, gooseneck, boundary and handheld microphones, the UniPoint line offers an innovation for every acoustical challenge.
www.audio-technica.com

TECHNORAINBOW LED Display Systems from Toshiba
Due to increasing demand for the unprecedented performance of its TECHNORAINBOW LED display systems, The Display Media Division of Toshiba Transport Engineering, Inc. has announced that production models of its groundbreaking TR2006R 6mm, the world's first self-supporting convex/concave/combination indoor modular LED screen and TRLC1050, the company's first video signal processor with an all-digital signal path, are now available. The TR2006R offers the flexibility to create a totally new direction in application design. The compact, lightweight 16-inch modules are among the smallest and lightest in their class for fast and easy assembly. The TRLC1050 is Toshiba's first video signal controller with an all-digital signal path. Its extremely low 1.0 frame delay delivers noiseless, clear images making it ideal for on-camera applications.
www.technorainbow.com

R-Plus Series Amplifiers from Inter-M
Inter-M Americas, Inc. has announced its R-Plus Series reference amplifiers. Combining space-saving power and cost-effective engineering, three two-channel models are included within the product group, each of which occupies only two rackspaces and is convection-cooled for noiseless operation. At eight ohms in bridged-mono mode, model R150 Plus produces 150W, while models R300 Plus and R500 Plus have respective outputs of 300W and 460W.  In stereo mode, model R150 Plus produces 75W/4Ω per channel, while models R300 Plus and R500 Plus have respective outputs of 150W/4Ω and 250W/4Ω per channel.  Other shared features include front panel indicators that display power on/off, clip limiting, signal presence, power on/off muting, and the activities of other safeguards including thermal overload and short-circuit protection.
www.inter-m.net

NT-Series from EAW
EAW has announced its new NT-Series of self-powered loudspeakers. The NT Series represents a true technological breakthrough in professional loudspeaker design. Incorporating EAW's new proprietary Digital Transduction Correction (DTC) technology, the NT Series is the first self-powered speaker to offer studio monitor quality sound at ultra high-output levels. DTC technology represents the first DSP algorithm created from the ground up specifically for loudspeaker design. Available in 12-inch and 15-inch two-way full range models with a choice of 60-degree or 90-degree HF beamwidths, NT Series loudspeakers offer a 1000W LF amplifier and 500W HF amplifier, and incorporate numerous weight-saving design elements. The result is a loudspeaker that approaches the weight of powered, plastic-enclosure speakers but provides the acoustical and physical performance of heavier wood-enclosed designs.
www.eaw.com

Epson PowerLite S3
Epson America Inc. has introduced a new multi-purpose projector. The Epson PowerLite S3 offers 1,600 ANSI-lumens of brightness and SVGA (800 x 600) native resolution in a sleek, new 5.6-pound design. The projector is driven by Epson's renowned 3LCD technology, a three-chip design that projects continuous color and bright natural images that are easy on viewers' eyes. The PowerLite S3 is strategically engineered to help users of all levels get their projector up and running as quickly and easily as possible. When the power button is pressed, a verification tone lets users know immediately that the power is on, and in just five seconds the projected image will begin to appear on screen allowing them to use the projector almost immediately. The projector also automatically recognizes if a cable from a computer or video device has been plugged into one of its input ports and then displays that signal immediately without having to press any buttons.  Furthermore, a new feature called "Instant Off" makes it possible to power down and unplug the projector immediately, eliminating delays often associated with cool-down cycles.
www.epson.com

Community iBOX
Community iBOX is a new 16-model range of installation loudspeakers offering a straightforward approach to implementing arrays, clusters and distributed systems with just two sizes of discreet enclosures. The premium-quality, large-format systems are ideal for sound reinforcement in stadiums, multi-purpose sports facilities, houses of worship, nightclubs, bars and live sound venues. The iBOX 1200 Series combines a high-power 12-inch mid/bass driver with a 2.87-inch VC (1.4-inch exit) high-frequency compression unit on a fully rotatable, large format horn. Six models are offered. All iBOX enclosures are constructed from rugged 13-ply Baltic birch and finished with Community's ultra-durable, smooth TufCoat. Simple and flexible installation is achieved using optional yoke, cluster and array hardware from the extensive range designed specifically to suit all configurations of the iBOX series.
www.loudspeakers.net

CoolSign iS60 from Clarity Visual
Clarity Visual Systems further strengthens its digital signage market leadership position by launching the CoolSign iS60. The first in a new family of networked digital signs, the iS60 is a free-standing unit configured with 60-inch diagonal screen technology and powered by CoolSign player software that can be easily integrated into any digital signage network running CoolSign software. Simply plug the iS60 sign in, configure it with the easy-to-use remote and connect it to the network. Within seconds, it comes alive with content.
www.clarityvisual.com

Lectrosonics DM Series
Lectrosonics has announced the immediate availability of their DM Series Digital Audio Processor Systems with LecNet2 control software. The powerful DM Series systems provide easily configurable processing, mixing and routing capabilities for sound reinforcement and conferencing applications often requiring multiple microphones and loudspeakers. The DM Series consists of three digital automatic matrix mixers - the DM1624, DM1612 and DM812 - respectively offering 16 mic/line inputs and 24 line outputs; 16 mic/line inputs and 12 line outputs; and eight mic/line inputs and 12 line outputs. Each model features a full DSP-based crosspoint matrix, where any input can be routed to any or all outputs, allowing for superb flexibility.
www.lectrosonics.com

RC-8 Matrix Series from Clear Blue Audio Video
Clear Blue Audio Video has added two new configurations to its RC-8 Series of matrix switchers. The new three-line component and digital audio models provide added flexibility to its line of commercial switching equipment. The Rc-8 Series is capable of up to 32 inputs and 32 outputs. Available video formats include composite video, S-Video, RGBHV and now 3-Line Component. Available audio formats include stereo unbalanced, balanced and now Digital Audio. The RC-8 has linear or logarithmic volume control for each output.
www.cbav.com

X3450 Projector from Hitachi
Bringing high resolution and portability, the Digital Media Division of Hitachi America, Ltd., has announced the introduction of the new ED-X3450 projector. The X3450 offers the portable projector market a full-featured, high-quality projector that can meet rigorous demands. Measuring a compact 11.7 x 2.5 x 9.2 inches and weighing in at a mere 5.5 pounds, it can meet requirements for projectors that travel or just have to move down the hall. The bright 2,000 ANSI Lumens projector (in Power Up mode) with a 400:1 contrast ratio provides a brilliant picture at the clarity and sharpness required to detail critical information in a business presentation. At a resolution of 1024 x 768 and 4:3 aspect ratio, it can meet the quality demands of any application. Noise level is a quiet 32 dB in whisper mode.
www.hitachi.us

Mini High-Res Component Video Cables from Belden
Belden CDT Electronics Division has announced the availability of Mini High-Res Component Video cables. These precision analog/digital cables are ideal for high-resolution video applications in corporate boardrooms, command and control centers, multi-purpose auditoriums, teleconferencing centers, home theater environments, permanent and temporary performance venues and post-production facilities. Because Belden Mini High-Res cables have a precise 75 ohm impedance and are return loss tested, they are able to accommodate demanding applications such as HDTV, SDI, DVI, Hi-res CAD and Hi-res video on large screens. Belden Mini High-res cables, available in both Non-plenum (CMR) and Plenum (CMP) versions, are comprised of 3, 4, 5 or 6 coaxes.  The conductors are 25 AWG (solid) bare copper, and the insulations are high density FPE or a foamed FEP Teflon.  Shielding is a unique tinned copper interlocked serve over a lightly bonded foil tape. The overall jackets are either Black or Gray PVC.
www.belden.com

PRD8COM from SLS Loudspeakers
The PRD8COM from SLS Loudspeakers is an advanced professional in-ceiling loudspeaker that provides high-fidelity performance in line with current digital specifications for commercial applications. The PRD8COM combines a proprietary NEO-3 PDR Neodymium high frequency ribbon-driver with a high-tech Kevlar cone 8" low frequency driver to form a uniquely competent 2-Way Coaxial Hybrid speaker system. Compatible with either the 1 cu. ft. (28L) DX108 Backbox or the 0.5 cu. ft. (14L) DX58 Backbox, the PRD8COM is at home in both hard ceiling and hanging ceiling installations. The PRD8COM uses high quality crossover components like polypropylene capacitors to insure minimum distortion and preservation of accurate signal structure and resolution.
www.slsloudspeakers.com

Crestron's RoomView
Crestron's RoomView is real-time, multi-user help desk software offering complete facility-wide network control of AV resources and environmental systems. RoomView provides an efficient point-and-click interface and a simple "at-a-glance" view of the entire control system network from any PC on the LAN or WAN. RoomView 6.0 offers powerful networking and asset management features such as ODBC database integration for SQL and Sybase and expanded networking support including DHCP and SSL. RoomView 6.0 adds Windows Event Log support and device usage and call statistics reports. The enhanced, built-in asset management tools enable technology managers to assign devices to rooms, track and schedule maintenance and lifespan of resources, register serial numbers, and manage maintenance contracts. Greater customization of fields such as attributes, contacts, menus and logs, provides more robust reports offering increased value and versatility.
www.crestron.com

Mobilepresenter BT from Numonics
Mobilepresenter BT is a lightweight cordless portable presentation device that replaces a mouse and gives the user total remote control of a connected computer system via Bluetooth technology. All mouse functions are transferred to the pen, enabling the presenter or teacher to roam freely while navigating the computer. Mobilepresenter BT also features virtual icons, so you can launch applications, presentation effects, multimedia controls and a virtual whiteboard for note taking. Clipart images and a variety of preset backgrounds make creating presentations informative while entertaining.  Sessions can be exported in HTML format and posted to the Internet.  Mobilepresenter BT lets you take control of your computer while you roam.
www.interactivewhiteboards.com

Automated Contour Curtain System from All Staging Unlimited
All Staging Unlimited has announced the release of their new Automated Contour Curtain System (ACCS).  The automated curtain system is designed to mimic the dramatic main "Austrian" curtain system associated with the grand days of Broadway Theater without the hassle of expensive, costly and maintenance heavy traditional counterweight rigging systems. The ACCS is completely modular in width, height and has the ability to perform unlimited user-created "precision contour profiles" for dramatic and repeatable performance. Now, for the first time, it is available as a complete automated package for rental, sale or permanent installation. 
www.allstagingunlimited.com

BenQ PB8260 Digital Projector
A new addition to BenQ's award-winning Professional Series line of digital projectors, the PB8260 features 3,500 ANSI lumens of brightness, a 2000:1 contrast ratio and native XGA (1024 x 768) resolution. Equipped with BenQ's exclusive Senseye technology, the PB8260 digital projector offers pure digital image enhancement technology that automatically and dynamically improves image quality. With Senseye, users can experience cutting-edge color, clarity and contrast enhancements as well as motion optimization that eliminates blurred, fuzzy images. The PB8260's input source switching capabilities make the unit convenient for multiple presenters, as the projector will allow the switching from one laptop to another without the hassle of manual switching.
www.benq.com

FSR
The Eagle 150 from FSR features a single Proprietary Athena Scalar. It features 8 Universal Inputs and 1 native resolution digital output. The Eagle 100 also features 10-bit soft edge PiP with border and color style control, as well as 10-bit true luminance.  It has a serial or IP remote control port. The Eagle 200 features 2 proprietary Athena Scalars.  It also has 8 universal inputs and 2 native resolution digital outputs. It supports up to 2 layers of effects over transitionable background. The Eagle 200 allows you to animate PiP size and position.  This unit features full look ahead preview. Both the Eagle 150 and 200 are designed with church productions in mind.
www.fsrinc.com

maXim from Applied Electronics
Applied Electronics proudly distributes the maXim line of intelligent light controllers from LSC Lighting (Australia). The maXim range of consoles is an easy-to-use yet powerful line of intelligent light controllers. The novice console user can have a basic understanding of controlling conventional and intelligent lights in minutes. The advance user will have plenty of power at their fingertips as well. The maXim console range was designed with the house of worship application in mind. Each console comes with a training video that covers all operations of the console in "easy-to-understand" 2 to 5 minute lessons. The maXim series can control up 60 intelligent fixtures and comes with a standard 2-year warranty.
www.appliednn.com
 
Navitar ScreenStar
Navitar ScreenStar conversion lenses are ideal for use with today's smaller projector models, including DLP, LCD, LCOS and DILA formats and allow the user to dramatically change picture size or throw distance. You can project an image up to 50% larger or smaller, or move your projector up to 50% farther away from the screen.  Simply place a wide-angle or telephoto ScreenStar lens in front of your projector's standard lens to extend the current zoom range. ScreenStar lenses allow you to change your image size or move your projector location while maintaining the same picture size. 
Mounting options include the standard stabilizing leg or optional ceiling mount or table stand.
www.navitar.com

Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments showcased a wide range of products based on DLP technology, bringing the outstanding picture quality and high reliability of DLP technology to new levels of innovation.  From a new category of vertical-mount projectors to portable, integrated Instant Theaters to palm-sized projectors, InfoComm attendees saw a new range of innovative and differentiated DLP products. With a single-chip architecture and flexible and compact optical system, manufacturers are able to offer the clear, sharp and vibrant DLP image quality in innovative, ground-breaking form factors. Texas Instruments DLP display technology offers clarity down to the most minute detail, delivering pictures rich with color and brightness to large-screen HDTVs and projectors.
www.dlp.com

Adtec Digital
Adtec Digital introduced the new High Definition Soloist 3 Digital Media Server, supporting MPEG-2, AVC, WM9 and VC1 in both standard definition and high definition. The S3DMS-HD also supports DolbyDigital, MPEG Layer 1, 2 & 3 (MP3), MPEG-4 AAC-LC, WMA9 and WMA9 Pro Audio and comes with video outputs including DVI-I, RGB and HD to SD (YC or Composite). Adtec Digital designs and manufactures innovative technology for digital television delivery, IP streaming, commercial insertion, and multimedia digital video applications. Adtec Digital products offer rock-solid engineering, powerful features, scalability and the ability to generate bottom-line revenue.
www.adtecinc.com.  

Staging Dimensions
Staging Dimensions offers products such as the Pixel PanelTM, Soft-LED Drapery, portable staging, rolling risers, custom staging, choir risers, translucent staging platforms, stair units, handrail, deck carts, stage skirting, pipe & drape and ADA ramps. All of their staging accessories can be customized to accommodate use with other staging systems. Pixel Panel decking, shown in photo, incorporates advanced programmable LED technology using a grid of individually addressable tri-color LED nodes to create the ultimate stage. These modular interlocking decking panels allow you to create your own video imaging design or utilize the pre-programmed library.  Pixel Panels are complete staging panels that support 150 pounds per square foot and require no sub floor. Pixel Panels are structural, portable light surfaces, and the 4' x 4' individual panel dimensions allow you endless configuration possibilities.
www.stagingdimensionsinc.com

Peerless Industries
Peerless Industries has introduced the addition of five aluminum models to its SmartMount family of universal flat panel wall mounts. The five pivot and articulating products for 13-inch to 37-inch screens round out the line by providing users an attractive, image-enhancing look and extreme flat-panel functionality. The new aluminum pivot and articulating models are additions to the SmartMount family's flat and tilting styles. Announced in May 2005, the SmartMount family incorporates the widest range of flat panel mount sizes, styles and features for virtually any screen ranging from 10 inches to 63 inches.
www.peerlessmounts.com

PocketProjector from Mitsubishi
Possibly the world's smallest projectors, the PocketProjector and PocketProjector SD from Mitsubishi each weigh in at 14 ounces and fit easily into a purse, coat pocket or the palm of a hand. These much-smaller versions of Mitsubishi's powerful professional business projectors are the perfect tools for small, collaborative meeting environments such as darkened private offices or cubicles, making a larger venue unnecessary. The PocketProjector can be battery powered or used with a universal car adapter to facilitate today's truly mobile and ad hoc presentation moments.
www.mitsubishi-presentations.com

Avocent Corporation
Avocent Corporation announced its Emerge media management solutions line of professional A/V products. The line consists of the WMS1000 wireless media streamer, the MS1000P Cat5 point-to-point video extender and the MS1000MP Cat5 point-to-multipoint video extender.  The Avocent Emerge WMS1000 wireless media streamer, pictured, broadcasts high-quality, full motion streaming video from virtually any source to multiple display devices up to 1,000 feet without wires. Because of its wireless video graphics and audio design, Emerge WMS1000 makes installations simpler and more cost-effective. The Emerge WMS1000 is a pure and simple hardware solution that can be deployed in either a point-to-point (extension) or point-to-multipoint (broadcast) configuration.
www.avocent.com

D'San Corporation
D'San Corporation has introduced a wireless interface for its popular speaker timer, Limitimer. The wireless interface will simplify setups, especially for conferences and public hearings where the timer-controller is often located at a remote location such as a projection booth or audio control station. The RF link is effective over a range of at least 200-feet. The wireless interface sends power and data to a podium signal light or to a large format digital clock display. This allows flexibility to position the wireless receiver for best reception and to reduce wiring clutter. The RF link operates on 433.92 MHz and will not interfere with wireless microphones or other wireless equipment.
www.dsan.com