Product Showcase
PLUS V-332 Projector
PLUS Vision Corporation of America has announced the innovative PLUS V-332 projector. The projector is the next step in the evolution of PLUS Vision's V series. The 1200-lumen, XGA projector is the first to feature the newly patented Unplug & Go function and a new Iris Lens Cover design. The Unplug & Go function allows the power cable to be unplugged immediately after use. The projector's battery-operated cooling fan will continue to run while the presenter is packing up. PLUS has developed a unique, dial-type "Iris" lens cover that better protects the lens. The design makes it simple to remove and attach the lens cap and eliminates the risk of losing it. The lens cover opens with a simple twist, making the projector more mobile and more convenient. The V-332 is a versatile and flexible mobile projector that offers several operating modes.
www.plus-america.com
Expanded Audio Capabilities Input Box from Allen Organ
Expanded Audio Capabilities (EAC) provides a unique solution to the drawbacks of standard contemporary worship sound systems by allowing contemporary performers to utilize the state-of-the-art sound systems and advanced sound processing included in today's Allen organs. EAC utilizes advanced design in three key audio components: amplifiers, mixing and speakers. Allen organs with EAC include an Input Box with three stereo pair inputs: one for a digital piano or MIDI keyboard, one for a CD player, and one for a balanced line input. The Input Box includes ground lift switches for each input to help optimize the installation. EAC benefits include lowered costs, increased tonal fidelity, efficient use of space, and improved aesthetics
www.allenorgan.com
Pulse Digital
Pulse Digital has released the next version of its flagship product DVD SelectNet, the automated solution for authoring and producing professional-quality DVD discs on-demand. At the same time, Pulse Digital released its second product, DVD SelectNet SE, an affordable single-user edition of the DVD SelectNet product. Heralded as a breakthrough for smaller organizations desiring the ability to create professional-quality DVDs quickly, DVD SelectNet SE brings that power to smaller post-production facilities, corporate marketing groups, religious organizations, and educational facilities. Pulse Digital's patent-pending solutions enable any organization to easily assemble a library of digital videos, images, PowerPoint presentations, Word and PDF documents (and any other digital content) and then automatically create customized DVDs for playback on any standard DVD player or DVD-equipped computer. Because DVD SelectNet includes an asset management system and integrates with others, the organization benefits from centralizing the management of its most precious files. In the process, the organization streamlines its operations and saves money.
www.pulsedigital.com
TriCaster from NewTek
NewTek, Inc., manufacturer of industry-leading 3D animation and video products, has announced the release of TriCaster, a portable live production suite that provides a comprehensive toolset designed to appeal to media ministry users. The easy-to-use interface of TriCaster is designed without using video jargon, allowing users who aren't video full-time video professionals to produce quality live presentations, Web casts and video. With more than 200 transition effects, PowerPoint support, template-driven titles, real-time switching, and editing, TriCaster allows the user to bring dynamic live elements to their presentations within minutes of opening the box. In addition to allowing users to produce presentations that have the impact of live television, TriCaster allows simultaneous distribution to video, Internet and projectors.
www.newtek.com
Southern Aluminum's Optional Table Finishes
In addition to the many benefits of Southern Aluminum's lightweight, durable aluminum tables are the optional Antimicrobial and Anti-Graffiti coatings. These coatings are formulated into the powder coat finish Southern Aluminum applies to its ALulite tables, MardiGras Tables, and Southern PikNik tables. The Antimicrobial coating inhibits the growth of microbes such as bacteria, fungi and algae, which leads to odors, discoloration and the formation of mildew. Adding the Antimicrobial coating to tables being used in high-traffic areas protects users against such microbes – promoting proper hygiene and cleanliness. Southern Aluminum's Anti-Graffiti coating allows tables to be easily cleaned without causing damage to the finish. As always, Southern Aluminum's tables are perfect for indoor and outdoor use, and do not require additional UV protection.
www.southernaluminum.com
Lifetouch Online Photography Scheduling Tool
Lifetouch Church Directories and Portraits is known for high-quality church pictorial directories and professional family portraiture. As part of their service, Lifetouch will set up a state-of-the-art portrait studio right in the church to photograph the church's families. In the past, the process required families to schedule their portrait session during sign up days at the church. This meant waiting in line at church and often guessing what date and time might work for the family because the family calendar was at home. Lifetouch has changed the face of photography sign-ups by offering a free online photography scheduling tool. Now members can schedule their photography appointment right from their own computer at their convenience. Members can view available appointment dates and times, schedule their portrait session and make changes if necessary. Members receive a confirmation e-mail right away and then a reminder e-mail a few days prior to their session. More members will schedule portrait sessions, making the church's pictorial directory more complete, and the church will need fewer program volunteers.
www.lifetouch.com
New Pedal Effects from Nady
Nady Systems has announced the introduction of three new pedal effects, the most recent addition to their new line of guitar products. The new pedals include the TTV-2 Dual Tube Tremolo/Vibrato, the ADI-2 Dual Active DI Box, and the DS-50 Distortion and Sustain. The TTV-2 features a dual vacuum tube design (two 12AX-7A's) for the warmest, richest and most natural sounding tremolo and vibrato sounds available. The ADI-2 Dual Active Direct Box eliminates impedance mismatch problems and converts any stereo or dual sound source at almost any level into clean, noise-free balanced signals. The DS-50 Distortion + Sustain offers a classic design and rich, crunchy distortion tone and violin-like sustain.
www.nady.com
Kramer VS-5x5
Kramer Electronics, Ltd. has announced the newest addition to its product line" the VS-5x5 composite video and balanced stereo audio matrix switcher. This model boasts a full range of professional features in a very compact package. The Kramer VS-5x5 is a true 5x5 matrix switcher for composite video and balanced stereo audio signals allowing the simultaneous routing of any or all of the 5 inputs to any or all of the 5 outputs. The unit features vertical interval switching that can be synchronized with any of the 5 composite video input signals or with an external sync signal. It also has audio-follow-video and breakaway switching capability, audio gain control for all the audio inputs and outputs and the ability to store and recall setups.
www.kramerus.com
Foam Cannon X-Stream
FoamMasters offers the ultimate foam-generating machine, the Foam Cannon X-Stream. This foam machine is a sleek, high-powered foam-maker that teams with a precisely formulated solution to create fluffy, dry foam. It builds up walls of fun at any event. Young and old love the fun of playing in mounds of fluffy foam. Resting on mobile casters, the Foam Cannon X-Stream is versatile and easy to operate. The cannon can be angled up and down to shoot up to 480 cubic feet of foam per minute, which generates up to 14,000 cubic square feet, and from 10 to25 feet in distance. The self-contained foam cannon has a 25-gallon reservoir, a pumping system and a one touch control (On/Off Switch.) Just mix your solution with water, plug in the machine to a standard 110V outlet, push the ON switch and watch the foam come swirling out of the cannon. The foam generated by the Foam Cannon X-Stream is biodegradable, hypoallergenic, non-toxic, fire-retardant, stain-free and contains no harmful chemicals. It just generates good clean foam fun.
www.foammasters.cc
L83-5S from Lowell
Lowell's new L83-5S is a tilt-out wall cabinet incorporating a thin and tall physique. Measuring a mere 24"W x 32"H, this multi-use enclosure wall mounts with 6"D projection to provide vertical surface installation of equipment measuring up to 5.25"H (3RU) x 15.3"D. A long list of features offered with the unit is highlighted by gas-lift cylinders that facilitate smooth, open access to equipment in a horizontal/service position, 3RU EIA mounting rails, a built-in/removable writing surface, and a separate top compartment with an additional 5.25"H (3RU) x 4.3"D mounting area hidden behind a pocket door. The top compartment is designed to facilitate field installation of low-voltage Decora-style controls such as microphone connectors, phono jacks, switches, indicators or volume controls into a 19"W 3RU panel such as Lowell's model LD9-RMP (sold separately). For added convenience, the contents of the top and bottom compartments are secured by a single lock.
www.lowellmfg.com