Symetrix SymNet Product Training

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Symetrix, Inc. will host a two day SymNet product training March 31 – April 1, 2015, from 9:00AM to 4:00 PM Tuesday and Wednesday at:

Forefront Center for Meeting & Conferences
Symetrix_Logo404 Wyman Street
Waltham, MA 02451
Tel: +1.781.290.2700
www.forefrontcenter.com

Presented by Field Applications Engineer Greg Suchomel, the training will cover programming and design concepts for the Symetrix SymNet platform and include information on the new features in SymNet Composer v3.0 open architecture software.

Symetrix SymNet Product Training is intended for authorized partners who will be designing, programming, and commissioning SymNet systems. The training consists of a mixture of lecture on the technical concepts of SymNet systems and SymNet Composer software as well as hands on practical applications of these concepts in lab sessions using SymNet hardware.

Important Prerequisite: Due to the content and pace of this training, it is strongly recommended all attendees have a working knowledge of SymNet Composer software and have completed the SymNet Composer Online Training. Click here for more information.

A PC is required (mouse/pad, AC adapter, and AC extension cable are recommended). All other materials as well as lunch will be provided both days.
Certifications: Symetrix SymNet Product Training is certified for 7.0 INFOCOMM CTS RU.

Attendees also receive certification credit for:
· SymNet Composer Training AND
· Three (3) SymNet Specialization Training Courses:
o   Control Programming Applications
o   Automixing Applications
o   Conferencing & VoIP Applications

Expect to Learn:
· Advanced Programming Techniques in SymNet Composer Software
· Key Steps to Installing a Symetrix VoIP System
· Dante Networking
· Advanced ARC (Adaptive Remote Control) Programming
· SymVue Design Concepts
· How to Use SymNet Remote Terminal
· SymNet External Control Protocol and Crestron Module Overview
· Proper Gain Structure
· Troubleshooting Techniques


3500 Leave the Church Every Day

In Web Articlesby tfwm

cross_jesus_woodThere is an ongoing silent migration away from the church of an estimated 3,500 individuals each and every day. A 2014 study indicated that over 1.2 million people will leave the church in the next year. Several factors are contributing to this trend, but the majority of individuals who are leaving the church report that they no longer feel connected. Can this be reversed? Can the church connect with these people before it is to late?

This movement away from the church has been ongoing for several decades. The number of churches that are closing their doors every year is leading to an overall decline in church attendance. In 2015, it is estimated that over 10,000 churches will close their doors. This has lead to a growing host of Christians who no longer have a place to connect with other believers. In fact, The Barna Group reports that the average size of a church congregation in America is just 89 adults. That means for each church door that closes, almost 100 people are left without a spiritual home.

When asked about the importance of church in their lives, 80% of 14-33 year olds reported that church was ‘not important’ to them. Millennials, as they are often called, have very different preferences of what church should look like compared to their parents. Millennials prefer worship spaces that are quiet and decorated in a classic style. They prefer casual dress and a sense of community over privacy. Clint Jenkin with the Barna Group says, “Millennials don’t look for a church facility that caters to the whims of pop culture. They want a community that calls them to deeper meaning.” In short, churches do not need to create ultra modern worship spaces to connect with young people, but rather create an environment that engages and inspires.

When asked about these shocking statistics, Roger Chasteen of the Kross Radio mentioned a positive trend “67% of US listeners now stream their music online.” The Kross – which streams online as well as through Android and Apple apps, can reach the unreachable. “Listeners can tune into the Kross anytime anywhere and connect with a larger Christian family,” said Chasteen. “Millennials are getting their news and information on the go it only makes sense that they would want their Christian music on the go as well.” In fact, more and more churches are increasing their online presence, from social media to streaming service – young people want to access the church from their own homes, on their own time.

Ultimately, while the trend of young people leaving the church is troubling, there is hope. Churches should continue to reach out to their community and engage with young people. Church leaders who use social media and streaming content will likely see their congregations grow over time. Jenkin with Barna went on to say, “When Millennials visit your faith community, are they welcomed and respected, or harassed and put on the spot? Think about how you can respect and respond, rather than assert and demand. If, at the end of the day, teens and adults can say they met with God in your faith community, getting them to come back won’t be much of an issue.”

Sourced: The Fuller Institute, Barna Group, The Kross and Pastoral Care Inc.


FDW CORP PARTNERS WITH MIDWEST A/V GROUP

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FDW Corp, a nationwide distributor of professional audio, video and lighting equipment, is pleased to announce their new partnership with Midwest A/V Group. Formed by industry veterans Patrick McNulty and …

Lighthouse Evangelism Upgrades FOH and Monitor Mixes with Two SSL Live. L500 Consoles

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SSL Live. L500 at Lighthouse Evangelism SingaporeThe services at Lighthouse Evangelism Woodlands in Singapore are being heard in a new light thanks to the addition of two SSL Live. L500 consoles, one for its front of house duties and the other for monitors mixes. As Lighthouse Evangelism’s sister location in Tampines is home to a Duality equipped recording studio, the choice of SSL for the sound system at the Woodlands venue was a natural progression.

With the help of SSL’s Singapore office, the two L500 consoles were delivered and installed by Managing Director Chan Kheng Wah and Live Marketing Manager Dominic Koh, who also facilitated the sale and are coordinating local training and support. The SSL consoles were chosen to replace Woodlands’ previous consoles and have delivered a significant sonic improvement.

“The difference between the previous consoles and the SSL L500s is like night and day,” says Rhey Ruiz, Head of Sound for Lighthouse Evangelism. “The microphone preamplifiers are amazing. We can hear so much more of our instrumentation, which has really contributed to the enjoyment and fulfillment that the congregation experiences at each service. What’s more, we record all of our services to multi-track, and the integration of the recording capabilities has been perfect. We can record directly from the microphone to the recorder without any filtering, which is something we were not able to do in the past.”

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Powersoft Audio K2 Amplifiers Chosen for Massive A/V Integration at St. Andrew Lutheran

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St. Andrew Lutheran Church, located just outside of Twin Cities, Minnesota, started its congregation in 1975 with just 200 members. Currently situated in a massive and aesthetically spectacular facility, the church now has membership in excess of 6,000 people, making it one of the largest Lutheran churches in the U.S. During the fall of last year, the church called on Twin Cities Sound looking for a complete redesign of its sound system, including acoustical work, video and lighting elements. To help resolve power and intelligibility issues, Twin Cities Sound chose to incorporate Powersoft amplification to drive the entirely redesigned audio system.

While the interior sanctuary was aesthetically striking, the church staff cited intelligibility issues with the previous audio system, saying that congregants found it difficult to hear and understand pastor’s message each week. “When we went into there originally, the complaint was that nobody could understand what was being said,” says Brandon Levy, Manager of Twin Cities Sound. “It wasn’t a power or a volume issue, it was that nothing was intelligible whatsoever. Even when it was really loud, the congregation couldn’t understand the content sufficiently.” Levy and his crew created an entirely new system design for the facility, starting with taming the acoustic environment and then reorienting the sound system from a multiple point-source system to a predominantly center cluster system.

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FreedomHouse Church Chooses Antelope Audio’s Zen Studio for Growing Congregation

In Install News, Web Articlesby tfwm

From Recording Podcasts and Rehearsals, to High Resolution Playback of Backing Tracks During Services, Zen Studio Keeps Production Values High for Growing Congregation

Antelope2Back in 2008, FreedomHouse Church began with seven people on a mission to bring hope and change their world one life at a time — with an inspiring Christian message built on principles of excellence, honor and commitment. Six years later, with a dynamic young pastor whose vision was to create a church people want to come to, FreedomHouse’s congregation has grown to just under 1,000 — mostly under 30 years old and reflecting nearly every ethnicity and background. At the center of FreedomHouse’s media production toolkit is a new Zen Studio multi-channel interface, from Antelope Audio.

FreedomHouse Church, which recently acquired its own dedicated sanctuary space, has been ‘mobile’ for six years — renting high school auditoriums, movie theaters and commercial buildings each Wednesday and Sunday. The church’s production team consists of over 25 volunteers, part of 175 total volunteers who serve throughout its different ministries.

The church’s use of technology helps create an atmosphere conducive to worship: “I have always felt that if you want to do something, you should do it well,” says Omar Reyna, Music Director, FreedomHouse Church. “This meant being intentional and inventive about when and how we use the technology. Since we acquired it a couple months ago, the Antelope Zen Studio has become an integral component in our pursuit of excellence in many different areas.”

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Waves Announces DiGiGrid U.S. Tour

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Waves Audio , the world’s leading developer of audio plugins, will be hosting a series of events around the U.S. featuring and demonstrating DiGiGrid, the acclaimed line of advanced audio interfaces. DiGiGrid was developed by Waves together with DiGiCo, the world’s leading manufacturer of professional mixing consoles. The first event will take place at Silent Sound Studios in Atlanta on March 26.

Each event will feature a high-profile Waves artist and Waves product specialist on-hand to demonstrate the features and practical applications of the DiGiGrid system in a real-world music production workflow. Refreshments will also be provided, and there will be a live Q&A session with the Waves artist after the demo.    

Waves DiGiGrid U.S. Tour dates:  

WHEN: March 26 from 5:30pm – 9pm
WHERE: Silent Sound Studios, Atlanta, GA
WAVES ARTIST: Joe West, Songwriter / Producer / Engineer / Performer (Keith Urban, Emmylou Harris, Justin Timberlake)

WHEN: April 23 from 5:30pm – 9pm
WHERE: Dream Asylum Studios, 376 Ansin Blvd, Hallandale, FL 33009
WAVES ARTIST: Marcella Araica, Recording / Mixing Engineer (Timbaland, Madonna, Usher, Missy Elliot)

WHEN: May 5 from 5:30pm – 9pm
WHERE: Arlyn Studios, 200 Academy Dr #140, Austin, TX 78704
WAVES ARTIST: Jack Joseph Puig, Producer / Mixer / Engineer (U2, Lady GaGa, Black Eyed Peas, John Mayer)

WHEN: May 22 from 5:30pm – 9pm
WHERE: Blackbird Studio, 2806 Azalea Pl, Nashville, TN 37204
WAVES ARTIST: Joe West, Songwriter / Producer / Engineer / Performer (Keith Urban, Emmylou Harris, Justin Timberlake)

WHEN: May 28 from 5:30pm – 9pm
WHERE: Downtown Music Studios, 485 Broadway, New York, NY 10013
WAVES ARTIST: Jack Joseph Puig, Producer / Mixer / Engineer (U2, Lady GaGa, Black Eyed Peas, John Mayer)

WHEN: June 5 from 6pm – 10pm
WHERE: EastWest Studios, 6000 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
WAVES ARTIST: Jack Joseph Puig, Producer / Mixer / Engineer (U2, Lady GaGa, Black Eyed Peas, John Mayer)

The DiGiGrid series consists of advanced audio interfaces that give users the freedom to connect multiple DAWs and hardware devices, using award-winning preamps and giving systems more power to run hundreds of plugins in real time. From the studio to the stage and back again, today’s digital productions are getting more and more complex, with higher track counts, CPU-hungrier plugins and increasingly demanding real-time requirements – not to mention portability, expandability and connectivity issues – and DiGiGrid products are the perfect solution.

To learn more, please visit www.digigrid.net and www.waves.com