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Monday, February 14, 2011A Vision Of Connectivity
Keith Clark 02/14/11 12:50 PM, 0 CommentsWhen it opened in late 2007, the Emil and Patricia A. Jones Convocation Center (JCC) on the campus of Chicago State University (CSU) began what is sure to be a long tenure as the home of the men’s and women’s basketball teams, as well as a vital role as a sports, entertainment and community hub on the city’s south side. Just one thing was missing - sound reinforcement up to the premium standards of the rest of the $47 million… View this post
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Audio-Technica Introduces The U855QL Cardiod Dynamic Gooseneck Microphone
PSW Staff 02/14/11 10:52 AM, 0 CommentsAudio-Technica has announced the introduction of the U855QL Cardioid Dynamic Gooseneck Microphone. Designed for use as a high-quality talk-back, paging and dispatch microphone in commercial, industrial and entertainment applications, the U855QL features a versatile gooseneck design that allows for flexible positioning and dependable performance. Its tailored frequency response ensures excellent intelligibility in environments with excessive ambient noise. The U855QL’s easily adjustable gooseneck permits quick positioning, and the quick-mount design includes an XLRM-type connector insert at the base, allowing the microphone… View this post
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Sierra Video Appoints Asia-Pacific Region Sales Manager
PSW Staff 02/14/11 07:20 AM, 0 CommentsSierra Video has announced the addition of Pang-Hung (PH) Cheung as its Regional Sales Manager for the Asia Pacific region. With this new position, Sierra Video establishes a dedicated presence in Asia to augment opportunities in the region’s aggressively expanding video markets. Sierra Video is experiencing a rapid increase in business opportunities for its products and systems throughout Asia and the Pacific region. Mr. Cheung is charged with supporting the company’s existing distribution channels in key markets and expanding its… View this post
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Friday, February 11, 2011Washington State Christian Life Center Selects Tannoy VQNET Full Range Speakers
PSW Staff 02/11/11 09:10 AM, 0 CommentsFor over 80 years, the Christian Life Center (CLC) of Port Orchard has been a fixture on Washington’s Kitsap County. Very much a multi-purpose worship space, in addition to their own services, praise concerts and old-fashioned hymn nights, CLC also functions as a center for community events. They regularly host evangelical community outreach efforts such as their regular August Cruisin’ Sunday car show and food drive, local police awards ceremonies, as well as various pageants, dinners and guest speakers. Over… View this post
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Thursday, February 10, 2011Kramer Introduces Twisted Pair Transmitter/Receiver Pair With EMP Protection
PSW Staff 02/10/11 01:25 PM, 0 CommentsKramer has announced the introduction of the TP-123-od/TP-124-od twisted pair transmitter/receiver pair. The TP-123-od transmitter and TP-124-od receiver are a high-performance twisted pair solution for sending computer graphics video, unbalanced stereo analog audio and unidirectional RS-232 control command signals over long distances with advanced EDID handling capability and unique “Overvoltage Defense” EMP protection built-in. The TP-123-od and TP-124-od offer a compact and inexpensive solution for multiple signal transmission over long distances. The TP-123-od and TP-124-od are part of Kramer’s new… View this post
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Cable Anatomy 101: A Look At Six Key Factors To Keep In Mind
E Victor 02/10/11 08:20 AM, 0 CommentsCable selection presents two primary challenges: myriad choices and overall quality. I’ve explored these challenges and have defined six factors that can help point you in the right direction. These factors include appearance, durability, flexibility, sonics, conductivity and shielding. Let’s have a look. Appearance Understand the difference between the look of quality - like shiny gold-plated connector housings - and actual quality construction and materials. A primary problem arises when assumptions are made that the materials inside a cable housing… View this post
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Symetrix Automix Matrix 780 The Choice Of Serbian Conference Room
PSW Staff 02/10/11 07:29 AM, 0 CommentsA recently completed conference room in the municipality of Vracar in Belgrade, Serbia serves the local government with a state-of-the-art audio/visual system. In addition to supporting conferences and sophisticated multi-media presentations, the main stereo sound system (with a supporting subwoofer) also permits the user to hold special movie events. The system, which is built around a Symetrix Automix Matrix 780 digital signal processor chosen for its power, simplicity, and very competitive price, delivers speech reinforcement, both for delegates and for… View this post
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Wednesday, February 09, 2011Don’t Bet Your Life: Get System AC Grounding Right
Bill Whitlock 02/09/11 12:29 PM, 0 CommentsAfter teaching seminars for more than 15 years now, it still amazes me how many otherwise competent professionals don’t understand the importance of proper equipment safety grounding. Even more shocking (pun intended), many routinely and casually disconnect safety grounds to solve noise problems! Generally speaking, the purpose of grounding is to electrically interconnect conductive objects, such as equipment, in order to minimize voltage differences between them. National Electric Code (NEC) requires that 120-volt AC power distribution in homes and other… View this post
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Extron Receives UL Accreditation To Self-Certify Safety Tests
PSW Staff 02/09/11 12:00 PM, 0 CommentsExtron Electronics is proud to announce that Underwriters Laboratories - UL has awarded our in-house regulatory compliance testing facility with two accreditations: Client Test Data Program - CTDP and Supervised Manufacturer˙s Testing - SMT. CTDP was established by Underwriters Laboratories to allow manufacturers to use their own testing facilities to test and certify product samples in support of UL mark certification. SMT accreditation certifies that a manufacturer’s testing laboratory meets ISO standards for operation and recognition of test results generated… View this post
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Sonnet Introduces RackMac Mini Solution For Mac Mini Servers
PSW Staff 02/09/11 07:40 AM, 0 CommentsSonnet Technologies has introduced its RackMac mini rackmount solution for the latest line of Mac mini servers and computers. Intended for the office or for transportable rack use, the unit supports the installation of one or two Mac minis into a 1U rack space. The RackMac mini manages airflow and provides a front-panel power switch and USB port for each Mac mini. Constructed of rugged steel with a black powder-coat finish, the 11-inch-deep RackMac mini firmly secures the computers behind… View this post
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