Articles Tagged Cable

  • Monday, March 28, 2011
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    PSW Staff 03/28/11 07:35 AM, 0 Comments
    RØDE Microphones has announced the release of three new MiCon connectors to add additional compatibility with its line of compact wearable microphones that include the RØDE Lavalier, HS-1 headset and the innovative RØDE PinMic. The MiCon-6 adaptor provides connectivity with selected AKG systems including the PT40, PT60, PT61, PT80, PT81, PT400, PT2000 and PT4000. The MiCon-7 adaptor provides connectivity with selected Lectrosonics systems including the SM, UMa and LMa Series, as well as the UM450. The MiCon-8 adaptor provides connectivity… View this story
    Filed in: AVLive SoundChurch SoundNewsPollProductAudioInterconnectMicrophoneSignalSystem

  • Thursday, March 24, 2011
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    PSW Staff 03/24/11 07:48 AM, 0 Comments
    SurgeX International has announced the launch of the SA Series surge eliminators and power conditioners. The SA Series is specifically designed as a professional surge elimination power distribution platform for audio, video, broadcast, computer and all other valuable or sensitive electronic equipment. SurgeX International founder Michael McCook stated “SurgeX International SA products provide proven SurgeX technologies in a form factor suitable for compact installations, portable use or retro-fitting installations with existing power distribution facilities.” “They are an ideal power conditioning… View this story
    Filed in: AVLive SoundRecordingNewsPollProductAVAudioInstallationInterconnectPowerSignalStudioSystem

  • Monday, March 21, 2011
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    PSW Staff 03/21/11 01:11 PM, 0 Comments
    Kramer has announced the introduction of new plenum rated CP-HM/HM HDMI cables. The CP-HM/HM HDMI are high-performance cables with molded HDMI connectors at both ends. The low smoke and fire-resistant properties of plenum rated cable allow it to reside in air return spaces of ceiling, floors, and walls, often saving the cost of installing conduit. The CP-HM/HM cable assemblies are made of high-quality 26 AWG (15’ and 25’ lengths) and 24 AWG (35’ and 50’ lengths) conductors. These cables come… View this story
    Filed in: AVNewsPollProductAVAudioDigitalInstallationInterconnectSignalSound ReinforcementSystem

  • Thursday, March 17, 2011
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    PSW Staff 03/17/11 07:40 AM, 0 Comments
    Gefen has announce the introduction of their new extra long range extender for DVI. Utilizing the new just a single CAT-5 cable it is poossible to deliver high resolution 1920x1200 DVI resolutions up to 330 feet (100m) in distance with the new Gefen DVI Extra Long Range (ELR) Extender. Gefen ELR technology based on HDBaseT standards enables this longer distance extension not previously possible over a single CAT-5 cable. The ability to use one CAT-5 cable can curb costs on… View this story
    Filed in: AVNewsPollProductAVAudioDigitalEngineerInstallationInterconnectNetworkingProcessorSignalSystem

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    PSW Staff 03/17/11 07:10 AM, 0 Comments
    Kramer Electronics has announced the introduction of the 6808HDxl AES audio de-embedder for SD, HD and 3G SDI signals.  The unit is intended for both broadcast and production studio use and for digital/analog AV authoring. The 6808HDxl has one SDI input and output on BNC connectors to accept an SD, HD or 3G-SDI signal.  Its input automatically detects the incoming signal format.  Supported formats include SMPTE standards 259M, 344M, 344M and 424M.  The 6808HDxl de-embeds two channels of AES audio… View this story
    Filed in: AVNewsPollProductAVAudioDigitalInstallationInterconnectMixerProcessorSignalSound ReinforcementSystem

  • Wednesday, March 09, 2011
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    PSW Staff 03/09/11 10:22 AM, 3 Comments
    Editor’s Note: Nothing discussed here is true… Right? :>) Check any good handbook of physical constants and you will find that silver has much lower resistivity than copper. In fact, silver has the lowest resistivity of anything that is solid at room temperature, and is thus suitable for making wires. However, the practical solution is to use thicker copper. Still, to avoid the debilitating nature of skin effects, the best solution is to use silver plated copper wire.  Of course,… View this story
    Filed in: AVFeaturePollAVAudioInterconnect

  • Tuesday, March 08, 2011
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    Jerrold Stevens 03/08/11 12:28 PM, 3 Comments
    Ever have one of your friendly amplifier reps walk in your office to present their new mondo-gazillion-watt beast and point out the damping factor spec of greater than a bazillion? Why, gee-whiz! That’s, like, 10 times more than the other guy! It must be awesome! Right? Well, as we have seen before, it depends on how you are going to use it. Let’s start with defining damping factor and see what it means to us. Amplifier damping factor is defined… View this story
    Filed in: Live SoundFeaturePollStudy HallAmplifierInterconnectLoudspeaker

  • Monday, March 07, 2011
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    PSW Staff 03/07/11 09:15 AM, 0 Comments
    Gefen has announced the release of the Dual Link DVI to Mini-DisplayPort Converter. A new GefenTV DVI Dual Link to Mini-DisplayPort Converter offers plug and play connectivity between the DVI graphics ports on today’s most popular computers and Apple’s new 27-inch LED Cinema Displays. Housed in an attractive enclosure, this tiny converter supports resolutions up to 2560x1600, delivering vibrant video for professionals and consumers alike. The GefenTV DVI DL to Mini-DisplayPort Converter is cross-platform in capability and can be used… View this story
    Filed in: AVNewsPollProductAVAudioInstallationInterconnectSignalStudioSystem

  • Tuesday, March 01, 2011
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    PSW Staff 03/01/11 07:40 AM, 0 Comments
    Intel Corporation has announced the availability of Thunderbolt technology, a new high-speed PC connection technology that brings together high-speed data transfer and high-definition (HD) display on to a single cable. Running at 10Gbps, Thunderbolt technology can transfer a full-length HD movie in less than 30 seconds. This Intel-developed technology is coming to market through a technical collaboration with Apple, and is available first on Apple’s new line of MacBook Pro laptop computers. The vision for Thunderbolt technology (formerly codenamed “Light… View this story
    Filed in: RecordingNewsPollProductAudioBusinessDigital Audio WorkstationsDigitalInterconnectNetworkingSignalStudioSystem

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    PSW Staff 03/01/11 07:20 AM, 0 Comments
    Vu, manufacturer of Cable Up cables and Vu stands, has announced the addition of several new independent sales reps throughout North & Latin America.  Companies include GP Marketing, Global Sales Management, JMS Marketing, Sigmet Corp, Sound Vision Marketing and Audio Biz of Michigan. “These are some of the premiere reps in our industry,” said Sean Sennott, General Manager. “Their professionalism and quality of customer service is exactly the representation Vu wants.”   Vu continues to expand distribution in 2011. Six… View this story
    Filed in: RecordingNewsPollProductAudioBusinessInstallationInterconnectManufacturerSignalStudioSystem