AV University From Legrand | AV Now Offers 37 Free Renewal Units for AVIXA CTS Certification

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Legrand | AV is proud to announce that AV University now offers over 40 free renewal units for AVIXA CTS certification.

AV University is a free resource provided by Legrand | AV offering online courses on a wide range of topics to help AV experts be more effective on the job. Users are able to pick and choose from over 60 courses ranging from highly technical training and installation tips and tricks all the way to hot industry topics.

AV University is home to all of Legrand | AV’s commercial product training (C2G, Chief, Da-Lite, Luxul, Middle Atlantic, Projecta, Wiremold and Vaddio) plus Legrand-wide solutions and industry training all in one location. All courses are free and many offer AVIXA CTS renewal unit credits, AIA LUs and BICSI CEUs.

Live Streaming and Video Production Guidebook Released to Help Amateurs Gain Studio-Level Skills

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The Unofficial Guide to vMix,” a book focused on uncovering live video production with vMix software – one of the most powerful video production solutions available for live streaming, recording and IP video connectivity – is now available. Written by live streaming and video production expert Paul Richards, Chief Streaming Officer for StreamGeeks and PTZOptics, the book is meant to be used as a guide for anyone interested in sharpening their video production skills with one of the world’s top streaming software solutions. The book is part of a blended learning environment and has an accompanying on-demand Udemy course.

“vMix can turn a regular Windows computer into a modern video production studio, which helps thousands of Windows users around the world leverage the power of live streaming technology and connect their events, activities and ideas with the world,” says Richards. “It’s vMix’s consistency listening to their customers that has made the product so powerful for today’s modern, live video production.”

L-Acoustics Reveals Compact, Full-Range K3 Line Source System

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L-Acoustics rounds out its industry-leading K Series with the introduction of K3, the manufacturer’s smallest full-range enclosure, designed to deliver big sound for mid-size events with audiences ranging from 1,000 to 10,000. K3 provides full-range bandwidth, without the need for a flown companion subwoofer. Its highly efficient design reduces amplification needs. These features make K3 faster and simpler, as well as more economical and sustainable to deploy.”

“K3 is ready for the events of today and tomorrow,” shares L-Acoustics Executive Director of Application Design Florent Bernard. “Our design team created a dual-12-inch-based system with the form factor and price of a 10-inch design, without the inherent performance compromises of 10-inch loudspeakers. K3 offers long-throw, full-range performance in a compact, accessible package, tailor-made for small to mid-capacity events and venues that are the mainstay of most sound providers. It is a ‘no compromises’ tool, perfectly adapted to the current event landscape and, when paired with K1 and K2, is quickly and powerfully scalable for large-capacity events.”

DPA and Rycote Team Up to Pay-it-Forward to Film Industry

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DPA Microphones and Rycote join forces to support the film industry during these unprecedented times. The brands are launching a pay-it-forward campaign for first-time and indie filmmakers, who will have the opportunity to win a customized DPA/Rycote filming kit. Among the film experts helping to support the giveaway by judging for this effort are Tim White, Bryan “Sol” Aponte, Antoin Cox and Stéphane Bucher.

Aspiring and indie filmmakers around the world are encouraged to participate in the DPA/Rycote Pay-it-Forward Giveaway campaign, running October 1, 2020 through November 30, 2020. The giveaway includes three DPA mics – the brand new 4097 Micro Shotgun, 4017 Shotgun and 6060 CORE Subminiature – along with an array of Rycote accessories. To enter, filmmakers are asked to submit an application form, along with a short description of the filming process and synopsis of the film, to DPA and Rycote for judging. The entries will be evaluated by the group of film sound experts and company representatives, and the top three projects will receive the aforementioned kit, as well as a free loan of any/all miking technology from the two companies necessary to record the film. Furthermore, the winners will receive a mentoring session from one of the film sound experts.

Datavideo Academy Online Learning Platform Receives AVIXA RU Approval

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Datavideo Academy, a comprehensive online and interactive learning platform for resellers, integrators, system designers and end uses debuts with AVIXA RU provider accreditation. Datavideo, a professional AV Company continues to grow product lines and provides comprehensive end-to-end streaming solutions to its growing channel of AV professionals. Datavideo is not only committed to provide high quality products to customers, but also dedicated to educating customers how to operate their products, best installation, production, and streaming practices.

Datavideo Academy’s free courses range from basic understanding of how to stream your production to how to use a Datavideo switcher. Each course includes video tutorials that show step by step instructions as well as thorough operational information about Datavideo products. Some of the courses provide AVIXA CTS RU (renewal units) credits, for CTS certificate holders.

New Luxul 4- and 8-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switches Feature Compact Designs for Installation Flexibility

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Luxul, the leading innovator of IP networking solutions, today introduced two new compact 4-port and 8-port Gigabit PoE+ switches. Designed to easily fit behind displays or inside media cabinets, the SW-100-04P and SW-100-08P make it simple for integrators to expand networks with PoE-enabled devices.

In addition to a dedicated uplink port for connection to a router or upstream switch, the SW-100-04P features four PoE+ Gigabit ports with a total power budget of 58 Watts, while the SW-100-08P provides eight PoE+ Gigabit ports with a total power budget of 92 Watts. The switches are fanless for silent operation and offer durable metal cases with keyhole features and rubber feet for surface mounting options.

Renewed Vision Solutions Enable Exceptional Online Event Success for Q 2020 Virtual Summit

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Tennessee-based Q Ideas hosts live events that convene leaders for insightful conversations about current issues at the intersection of faith and culture. When the COVID-19 pandemic forced the annual Q 2020 Conference to go virtual, the production companies behind the event leveraged software from Renewed Vision to quickly create an engaging digital experience that far surpassed the reach of the original in-person plan.

The Q 2020 Virtual Summit took place April 22 and 23, providing an interactive online learning experience featuring two days of inspiring talks, audience participation, Q&A with presenters, and educational resources. Georgia-based Velocity Productions and Braintrust Creative had produced Q’s in-person live events for many years, but had just three weeks to plan – and within that, once given the ‘green light’, only two weeks to implement – the pivot from the physical event to virtual.

Yamaha CP OS v1.4 Offers More Performance Options to CP73 and CP88 Stage Pianos with Stunning New Voices

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Yamaha today introduced the CP OS v1.4 update for the CP73 and CP88 stage pianos. With new Voices, improved workflow and additions to the popular Sub Section, the CP73 and CP88 once again set the bar for intuitive operation, sound and playability in a professional instrument.

The new OS v1.4 builds upon the keyboards’ previous update, CP OS v1.3, with two added Voices for greater studio and performance options. The new Nashville C3 Voice offers players an inspiring vintage grand piano sound with the characteristic sounds of Nashville. The samples were processed using analog tape at Yamaha Entertainment Group studios in order to create its vintage character. The new CF3 Live Voice was added at players’ request for the second characteristic sound of the Yamaha CP300 stage piano after the addition of the CFIII acoustic grand piano in the previous update. The CP300 is known for being able to cut through dense arrangements, with a bright, powerful sound. The Voice has been optimized for an even better presence in a mix and will be featured prominently in large line-ups.

An Obituary for a Very Unique Colleague: Michael Mueller, Vice President of Sales at Lawo

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We mourn the premature passing of our colleague, team member, and friend, Michael Mueller (66); a truly unique colleague, with whom we at Lawo had the pleasure to work together for more than a decade. He passed away after a brief, yet severe illness on Saturday, September 26, 2020 amid his loved ones. 

Michael Mueller brought a wealth of experience to his positions as US Sales and Marketing Manager, and later as Vice President of Sales, with Lawo North America. After his initial sales position with Audio Techniques of Stamford, CT in the mid to late 1980‘s, Mueller went on to assume positions with Scharff Weisberg Associates, Siemens Audio Inc. /AMS-Neve, Inc., Solid State Logic, and Fairlight USA. Prior to joining Lawo North America, he was Vice-President, Sales and Marketing for MediaGear, Inc. of Los Angeles, CA.

Lumens Announces New VC-A71PN 4K NDI®|HX PTZ Camera

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Lumens® Digital Optics Inc., today announced the VC-A71PN Ultra HD PTZ camera that transmits 4K 60fps video directly to NDI®. The camera is packed with high-end features, making it applicable for multiple applications such as live streaming, broadcasting, live events, house of worship, etc.

The new VC-A71PN is equipped with world leading video standard NDI® |HX allowing the camera to deliver and receive high video quality with ultra-low latency, which utilizes NDI-based video production workflows without additional configuration, reducing cost and shortens installation time frames. NDI® |HX is also suitable for switching in a live production environment which simplify live streaming process.