The nuts, bolts and ingeniously
advanced technologies of AV and CI perfection…
Wizard of OS
Dynamic distributors of the ELAN g! Control
system, Invision UK, has announced the UK availability of version 6.0 of its
operating system. The update of the Elan g! OS features a host of new
system-wide enhancements including a mobile app for
Android devices, up to 24 music services,
full door locks integration, additional driver and a new user interface
architecture allowing easier addition of new features, user interface
enhancements, and integration with future platforms.
These
include new drivers enabling Rako lighting and blind control via IP, and Atlona
HD Base T Video Matrix integration
The upgrade is beneficial to dealers as it
adds a number of new integration options. These include new drivers enabling
Rako lighting and blind control via IP, and Atlona HD Base T Video Matrix
integration. Dealers will also benefit from iPort FS/IW23 IP iPod docking
station support, as well as updated integration of Denon AVRs and added support
for Pioneer AVRs both via IP and RS232.
“This latest release from ELAN is going to
bring phenomenal opportunities to our dealers and their clients,” said Russell
H., technical sales specialist at Invision UK. “ELAN has added more than thirty
new third-party, two-way drivers, expanding the system’s support for the latest
products from top Invision brands such as Atlona, Denon, Geffen, Honeywell,
Panasonic, Panamax/ Furman, Pioneer, and Xantech. This enables our dealers to
offer even more options, resulting in increased profits for them and enhanced
connectivity for their clients.”
For dealers who would like to know more
about version 6.0, Invision UK will be providing training days: Level 1
training will be available at Crowthorne on the November 29th, while level 2
training will be offered on November 22nd at Altrincham and on the 6th of
December at Crowthorne.
Dealers
will also benefit from iPort FS/IW23 IP iPod docking station support
By adding the Android app to ELAN g! The
system can now be controlled from virtually any smartphone or tablet available
today. The security/access functions of g! Have also been improved giving users
the ability to make changes to the control of locks from home and while away
without having to consult a technician. Features such as this, as well as an
unsurpassed user interface, attractive industrial design, quality materials,
and the capacity to expand all make ELAN g! The most scalable and capable
control system in its class.
According to ELAN senior vice president of
marketing Paul Starkey, the delivery of the new 6.0 software, and its four new
critically important feature sets, comes at a time when the ELAN g! System is
gaining major sales traction in both residential and commercial market
segments.
“Sales have absolutely reached a critical
mass that will only continue to gain momentum as we move forward with our
long-term product enhancements,” he explains. “In fact, sales of g! Have now
surpassed 10,000 systems.”
Modern day: Switch craft
Switch HDMI content from up to four source
devices, such as an HD Digibox, PC, games console and Blu-ray or DVD, to one
HDTV or projector screen with Smart-e’s new series of SXHD digital switches.
As Jon Lane, Smart-e’s managing director
says: “The ability to swap content between PowePoint presentations, video, TV,
computer information and games consoles, enables differing audiences to be
targeted with specific broadcasts at certain times, making it a perfect
solution for restaurants and bars, shops, reception areas, meeting rooms,
lecture halls, conference centers and home cinemas.”
The Surrey-based AV designer and
manufactured has designed the new HDMI splitters (SXHD-400 and SXHD-200) for
applications where only one HDMI connection is available on the display, such
as the new range of HDTVs. Source selection is via a front panel button and
Infra-red control allowing content to be switched remotely.
Switch
HDMI content from up to four source devices
Fully HDMI and HDCP compliant the SXHD
series distributes video images up to 1080p or 1920x1200, and is capable of
data rates up to 6.75Gpbs including 3D. Embedded HD audio is automatically
routed within the
HDMI signals and supports digital audio
formats LPCM/Dolby-AC3/DTS7.1/DSD. The display can be located up to six-meters
from the source devices.
Powered by a single DC supply, the units
can be mounted in a standard 19-inch cabinet and feature an easy plug and play
installation method. Two switches are available, the SXHD- 400 featuring four
inputs and one output, whilst the SXHD-200 is a two input and one output
version for smaller applications.
The Real X Factor
The premier provider of unified control and
automation solutions, AMX, has announced the immediate availability of its
4.3-inch Modero X Series Touch Panels (MXD-430). The smallest of the
multi-award winning touch panel family, the MXD-430 maintains the innovative
capabilities and next generation aesthetics which have now become synonymous
with the Modero X Series. While the MXD-430 is a full-featured touch panel that
delivers automation and control inside any conference room, it also boasts new
levels of functionality which make it equally well suited for use outside a
meeting room as a visual tool for scheduling. Programmable red and green LEDs
on both sides of the panel make it easy to look down a hall and determine which
rooms are occupied or available.
Its
4.3-inch Modero X Series Touch Panels (MXD-430)
Like all Modero X Series touch panels, the
4.3-inch model is packed with features and functionality such as multi-touch
capabilities, gesturing, swiping and tapping that mobile phone and tablet users
have become so comfortable using. Also onboard are advanced communications
technologies like support for Near Field Communications (NFC), Bluetooth
connections and video streaming. Other technologies that elevate it above the
competition include in-plane switching glass, which offers 80 degree viewing
for exceptional resolution, vivid coloring and extremely sharp images –
indispensable features for a screen of this size. And, for installation
convenience, its PoE feature ensures only a single cable is required for power
and data.
“We hear it every day from AV consultants,
architects and corporate dealers: ‘Meetings continue to carve out more and more
of the workday and squeezing every minute out of every meeting is crucial. We
need a way to reduce potentially wasted time such as finding a free room when
an impromptu meeting comes up,’” said Robert N., AMX Chief
Technology Officer. “The solution of a confirmation LED was actually a minor
design change but is having a major impact on our customers’ reactions. Now,
end users can simply glance down the hall and locate a free room. The MXD-430
is not only increasing device, room and building efficiencies but is also
significantly increasing workplace productivity at the same time.”
With the release of the MXD-430 4.3-inch
model, the complete line of Modero X Series Touch Panels is now available. The
other models include the 20.3-inch and 19.4-inch panoramic and the 10.1-inch
and 7-inch widescreens.
