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LINE ARRAY LOUDSPEAKER WorxAudio Technologies announces the company’s newest addition to their line of loudspeaker systems designed specifically for the contractor/installation market — the M80X5i-P install line array. The M80X5i-P is a two-way, high efficiency, ultra compact line array system designed for natural-sounding reproduction of speech and music program material. According to the company, the M80X5i-P excels at a wide variety of sound reinforcement applications, including performance venues and clubs, houses of worship, and theaters, as well as meeting and presentation facilities. The loudspeaker incorporates five modules in a single enclosure, each with one medium format, 1-inch exit compression driver coupled to a proprietary wave shaping device, and two 8-inch cone transducers coupled to the Acoustic Intergrading Module, delivering a frequency range from 45 Hz to 20 kHz (10 dB). The loudspeaker enclosure is constructed from sturdy multi-ply Baltic Birch and is heavily braced for cabinet rigidity. Collectively, the five modules of the M80X5i-P are splayed to produce a 150-degree horizontal by 40-degree vertical dispersion. The M80X5i-P carries a MSRP of $11,492. Visit www.worxaudio.com, or call 336-275-7474. DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIERS Connectivity solutions provider Gefen announces the availability of two new distribution amplifiers for component video systems. The 1:4 Component/ Audio Cat-5 distribution amplifier (shown) and the 1:8 Component/Audio Cat-5 distribution amplifier both enable the delivery of component video to multiple displays. Each is equipped with RCA (left/right) analog and digital (S/PDIF and TOSlink) audio inputs, which delivers both audio and video to four or eight remote locations from a single source. The 1:4 Component/Audio Cat-5 distribution amplifier transmits four component video signals with high definition resolutions to 1080p up to 1,000 feet. The 1:8 Component/Audio Cat-5 distribution amplifier operates with the same functionality and features, but with a distribution to eight displays. Audio and video are delivered to their remote destinations over just one Cat-5 cable, making this a useful and cost-effective method of delivering high definition audio and video throughout multiroom locations. Receivers are sold separately so customers can tailor the amount of receivers required. MSRP for the 1:4 Component/Audio Cat-5 distribution amplifier is $799, and the 1:8 Component/Audio Cat-5 distribution amplifier has an MSRP of $1,499. Visit www.gefen.com. DVI SWITCHER TVOne announces the 1T-SX-524 DVI switcher. The 1T-SX-524 is a compact, high performance product designed to meet the most demanding requirements for the switching of DVI signals with HDCP copy protection. It has four inputs, and can be controlled from the front panel input selection button or the included infrared remote control. The 1T-SX-524 has a maximum pixel rate of 165 MHz and provides resolution capabilities up to 1920 x 1200 and 1080p. The unit has DVI-I connectors for the input and outputs and is powered by an included power adapter that provides 5 VDC for operation. If a conflict exists with other IR remote controls in the operational environment, the included IR remote controller can be easily reprogrammed to avoid the problem. An LED display indicates the current input selection and the presence of DC Power. An IR Remote Receiver Option is available for applications requiring the unit to be hidden from view or when it is desirable to extend the range beyond a direct view of the unit such as around a corner. The unit has a MSRP of $349. Visit www.tvone.com, or call 800-721-4044. WIRELESS RECEIVER Lectrosonics introduces their newest modular wireless receiver — the VRM WB Venue wideband receiver. Utilizing Lectrosonics’ proprietary Digital Hybrid Wireless technology, the new VRM WB extends the versatility of the company’s Venue systems with greater functionality for touring sound, installations, and all AV applications. The new VRM WB wideband receiver covers the entire UHF band from 537 to 768 MHz in a single unit, and is compatible with any Lectrosonics VRS standard module or VRT tracking filtered module in the standard UHF range. It offers a 6-channel modular configuration that enables users to install any combination of the standard fixed bandwidth receiver modules for most situations, as well as VRT tracking filtered modules (ideal for use in congested or other hostile RF environments). The new VRM WB wideband receiver supports three diversity modes: Phase switched, Ratio, and Frequency. Lectrosonics’ new VRM WB wideband receiver carries a MSRP of $1,660. Visit www.lectrosonics.com, or call 800-821-1121. www.avtechnologyonline.com march 2008 | AVTECHNOLOGY | 61 http://www.worxaudio.com http://www.tvone.com http://www.gefen.com http://www.lectrosonics.com http://www.avtechnologyonline.com

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AV Technology - March 2008 Contents Precedent Corporate: Whose Job Is It Anyway? Education: There’s No Business Like Show Business Government: Technology and the New World Order Buying a Videoconference System They Will Actually Use AV After Hours The Sound of HD Conferencing Assembling the Design Team Concert Hall Acoustics on a High School Budget Audio Architecture Keeping a Watchful Eye Product Spotlight Tech Horizons Product Review New Products AV MO

AV Technology - March 2008

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