Obsidian Control Systems Expands Worldwide Support Team With New Hires

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Since its launch, Obsidian Control Systems has experienced sustained growth of its user base, along with a high demand for in-person ONYX console training. Obsidian is pleased to announce the expansion of our team with two experienced and knowledgeable members tasked with providing the support, programming advice and training capabilities Obsidian customers expect from a leading lighting controller brand.

Matthew Gerardi will lead Obsidian Control Systems’ Technical Support division with focus on ONYX, NETRON and Capture, working out of Obsidian’s headquarter office in Los Angeles. Matthew comes to Obsidian with an extensive background as a technical director and lighting technician and brings with him wide-ranging field experience with lighting control systems and AV networking across all major lighting control platforms. In his new role, Matthew will work alongside Obsidian users to evolve ONYX, and will focus on ONYX and NETRON training sessions throughout the US, in person and online.

Meyer Sound PANTHER Redefines Large‑Scale Line Array Technology

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Meyer Sound announces PANTHER, a new flagship linear line array loudspeaker engineered to meet rapidly evolving demands for large-scale touring and installed systems.

Complex and visually-focused production scenarios, coupled with tighter safety regulations, often restrict the space and weight allowed for loudspeakers. At the same time, environmental policies require greater energy efficiency and a smaller footprint for transport as more productions shift to a networked signal infrastructure. Responding to these demands, PANTHER’s acoustic output is closer to the significantly larger and heavier LEO line array loudspeaker and occupies the slender form factor of the existing LYON line array loudspeaker. Despite stadium levels of performance, PANTHER weighs just 150 lb (68 kg) and offers substantial savings on current draw from the previous generation flagship line array loudspeaker. A dual analog/Milan AVB network input module means PANTHER offers flexible signal distribution options and each cabinet comes standard with an IP55 weather protection rating — all at a substantially lower initial cost compared to LEO and LYON.

GLP Lights Nico Laska’s Record Release Concert

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Young German pop singer Nico Laska recently presented his debut album, NI/CO, at a sold-out event at the Frankfurt club Nachtleben. Working alongside him was lighting designer and operator Patrick Rabus, a long-time friend of the musician. In order to give the small basement club an atmosphere worthy of the occasion, Rabus turned to GLP’s JDC Line and FUSION Exo Wash.

“The Nachtleben is a typical basement club, with everything that basement clubs have to offer: low ceilings with nowhere to hang lamps, limited power availability, and very spartan house lights,” laughs Rabus. “And then I come in with my own lighting set when the house technicians haven’t worked in the club for months due to the pandemic. That was exciting for everyone involved.”

SoundPro Now Accepting Applications for the Jeff Humphrey Technical Scholarship for Students Pursuing an AV Degree

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For the 12th consecutive year, SoundPro is offering a scholarship to one graduating high school senior in pursuit of a technical audiovisual degree. As part of SoundPro’s goal of building a better future for the Audio, Video, and Lighting industry, the Jeff Humphrey Technical Scholarship contributes to educating the next generation of AV professionals.

SoundPro CEO Joshua Curlett established the annual scholarship in 2010. In 2020, the scholarship was renamed in memory of SoundPro’s Executive Vice President, Jeff Humphrey, a talented Front of House engineer who also spent over twenty years with SoundPro. “Jeff was such an advocate for education,” said Curlett. “We are thrilled to continue to honor him through this scholarship, and he’d be proud of the opportunities we’ve given to students interested in pursuing audiovisual degrees. It’s our way to honor Jeff, serve the industry, and help kids pay for school.”

Artel Video Systems at the 2022 NAB Show

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In Booth C2128 at the 2022 NAB Show, Artel will feature products that simplify broadcasters’ shift to hybrid IP/SDI and all-IP operations. Visitors to the Artel booth will have the opportunity to see firsthand how new features and capabilities recently added to the company’s award-winning SMART Multimedia Delivery Platform in openGear® (SMART OG) bring even greater operational simplicity, flexibility, and scalability. Artel also will exhibit its DigiLink/InfinityLink SMART Multimedia Delivery Platform, Quarra IP PTP switches and FiberLink® family of media transport products.

SMART openGear® Platform
A software-defined, four-channel, auto-sense SD-SDI/HD-SDI/3G/4K-over-IP multifunction gateway, SMART OG is the first to bring the family of JPEG compression engines, including those specified in VSF TR-01, TR-07, and TR-08, onto the openGear platform. With SMART OG, users can deploy hardware once and easily change the gateway function via a software update. Winner of an NAB Show Product of the Year Award for 2021 in the Hardware Infrastructure category, Artel’s SMART OG offers exceptional flexibility in a popular frame. The SMART OG is initially configured for a specific function, but it may be adapted thereafter for a growing array of functions, such as reformatting or encoding per JPEG2000, JPEG-XS, SMPTE ST 2110, SMPTE ST 2022-1/2/5/6/7, H.265, IEEE 1588, or other functions yet to be specified. The gateway provides four BNCs for SDI or ASI input/output and two 10GbE SFPs for trunking and aggregation.

Just Add Power Invites Integrators to 3D Virtual Trade Show Booth

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Just Add Power, a leader in AV-over-IP distribution, is inviting installers inside their virtual trade show booth to learn all about the company’s latest AV-over-IP solutions, originally introduced at InfoComm 2021. The custom web-based 3D booth experience allows installers to get a closer look at Just Add Power’s new MaxColor™ 4K60 transmitter and receiver series and 3G Ultra Warp Engine transmitter/receiver.

“In 2017, we offered our first 3D booth tour following CEDIA as a way for installers to revisit our booth, get all the information, and see demonstrations that were available during the show,” said Taft Stricklin, sales team manager at Just Add Power. “With limited travel and the rescheduling of ISE 2022, we’re continuing this offering so that, no matter what, installers can get the information they need to keep moving their businesses and projects forward. We’ve included videos and application information for all our new products, and our technicians are always just a phone call away if you have further questions.”

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How to Choose The Right Wireless Microphone

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Houses of Worship aim to create an immersive experience for their congregation. Services are about sharing the message and empowering others to lift their voices in praise and song. From the vocalists to small instrument groups and clergy, all need to be heard clearly and precisely throughout the sanctuary.

For many small-to-medium-sized Houses of Worship, they may not be able to employ a dedicated audio technology team lead to help set up microphones and ensure there is no disconnect between what you hear and what you see. This means that the tools you do purchase and learn need to be adaptable and easy to set up. When purchasing mics and wireless systems to power them, there are several things to consider when making the right investment for your sanctuary space.

RTI Seamlessly Integrates With Lutron RadioRA 3 Connected Lighting Control System

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Leading control and automation manufacturer RTI today announced that its control platform seamlessly integrates with and controls the new RadioRA 3 lighting and control system from Lutron. With its wall controls, touch-controlled light bar design and IoT connectivity, a new all-in-one PoE processor, simplified programming software, and app-based editing features, RadioRA 3 transforms how homeowners experience lighting control. RTI elevates this performance by enabling RadioRA3 products to be easily programmed, managed, and automated via RTI interfaces.

“Lighting control is an essential part of the smart home and is a growth category for integrators. RadioRA 3 broadens the opportunity for dealers to provide beautiful lighting, shading, and control options,” said Neal Ellsworth, RTI Director of Product Management. “RTI takes it a step further, enabling dealers to fully integrate automation and customization that truly delight customers with a superior smart home lighting experience.”

Renkus-Heinz Organization Change

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Having successfully navigated the challenges of the past two years and now riding strong sales and business development momentum, Renkus-Heinz is organizing for the next wave of growth with the appointment of Monika Smetona to the role of President. Currently serving as CFO of the privately held loudspeaker manufacturer and a member of the founding Heinz family, Monika will rely on Ralph Heinz, CTO, to lead the company into the future. Together, they are optimally positioned to further realize the potential of Renkus-Heinz.

Commenting on the appointment, Harro Heinz stated, “At Renkus-Heinz, Monika has worked her way up from handling Finances and HR to now maintaining the smooth running of the factory. She has become central to our organization, our culture and our continued success, and I am confident that together with Ralph, she will keep us on the same positive trajectory for the next phase of our development.”

Yamaha and 1 Beyond Partner to Redefine the Audio and Video Speaker-Tracking Experience

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Yamaha Unified Communications today announced the ADECIA Ceiling Solution, engineered with Yamaha’s quality audio technology and expertise, integrates seamlessly with 1 Beyond’s Automate™ VX voice-activated camera switching solution to provide a highly accurate speaker-tracking experience. The integration uses a web-based room design software, which requires zero programming, and is now available for corporate, university, and government meeting spaces.

“1 Beyond is a leader in the world of intelligent camera and automated camera switching,” said Phil Marechal, VP of Business Development and Product Management at Yamaha Unified Communications. “Similarly, Yamaha’s ADECIA leverages our dynamic beam tracking technology to pick up and deliver conversations clearly to the far end. This combination of best-in-class voice tracking and audio processing ensure conference participants have the clearest communication possible for an all-around productive meeting.”