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John Kurtinecz is Vice President of JP Lilley focusing on technical products and services facing the audio, video and presentation communities. John is a member of InfoComm International, ICIA which is now known as AVIXA, a member of various business chambers throughout the region, and Hershey Harrisburg Regional Visitors Bureau. In 1995 John was among the first 26 people in the world to achieve CTS-I certification by InfoComm International. He has been actively serving the AV industry for 31 years. His drive and vision will continue to lead the audio, video and presentation industry for many years to come.

ProAVNews: ATLONA Now Shipping Avance™ Series of 4K/UHD HDMI Extender Kits

The Atlona Avance™ Series of HDMI extender kits are the latest generation of reliable HDBaseT extenders for 4K/UHD AV signals. To provide increased performance and reliability, the Avance Series includes key features and technologies to ensure video transmission integrity and quality. The series includes models with a variety of powering and extension distance options plus integration-friendly features to benefit any application.  Key Features: EDID FilteringPrevents extension of unsupported resolutions to increase the integrity of video transmission Clock StretchingImproves interoperability with legacy and low-quality HDMI video sources HDBaseT Link TestEnables easy verification of cabling, termination, and link quality at the point install Flexible PoweringKits are available with ei...

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ProAVNews: Martin New Product Announcement: IP65-RATED VARIANTS OF ELP LED FIXTURES

Martin is excited to introduce IP65-rated variants of Martin ELP LED fixtures. Details and specifications are below. Martin ELP Series WW IP and CL IPLED Ellipsoidal Fixtures Gain Protection From the Elements For those of you who've been wanting to integrate Martin ELP ellipsoidal fixtures in outdoor applications, the wait is over. We're pleased to announce that we're expanding the ELP Series with IP65-rated variants that offer the same light engine and functionality as the original Martin ELP fixtures. The Martin ELP is the leading LED ellipsoidal fixture in its class, thanks to groundbreaking features like Fine Focus and Fast Focus, along with superior output, optics and color rendering. Now, we're raising the bar even higher with IP65-rated variants, which offer water resistance and pro...

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ProAVNews: Extron Now Available! New Mobile App for Quantum Ultra Provides Simple, Intuitive Videowall Control

The power to control videowalls is now in your hand with EMS Express Mobile Software - Quantum Ultra. This application gives intuitive user control of a Quantum Ultra or Quantum Ultra Connect videowall system from devices running on iOS® or Android™ platforms. It combines the freedom of wireless control with an easy to use application. The software is operated with familiar finger gestures, such as drag and drop, swipe, and tap. A few of its many capabilities include preset selection, window size and layer, source selection, and other common operational tasks. It allows up to 10 users to control one or more videowalls. The software can operate standalone or work in tandem with Extron's VCS and a control system. These powerful features combined with the user-friendly interface make EMS-Quan...

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ProAVNews: Extron Now Available Leverage the Power of SMP 111 Live Streaming to Kaltura or Panopto

Extron is pleased to announce two new LinkLicense upgrades for SMP 111 Streaming Media Processors. These LinkLicense upgrades empower Extron SMP 111 users to seamlessly stream live event broadcasts to the Kaltura or Panopto video management systems. With the rise of online learning, flipped classrooms, lecture capture, and virtual meetings, educational institutions and corporations will enjoy a unified and integrated live streaming experience to either video platform. Key FeaturesLive stream from classrooms, meeting spaces, studios, and moreLive stream to Kaltura using RTMPLive stream to Panopto using RTMP/RTMPSHigh quality video and audioEasy to use for any skill level To learn more about this product, get a free quote or to schedule a demo send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 800....

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ProAVNews: Extron Now Shipping! Leverage the Power of SMP Series Capture with Kaltura Management Tools

Extron is pleased to announce the Kaltura FlexOS App, which seamlessly enables SMP 300 Series devices to ingest recording and live streaming schedules for publishing to the Kaltura video management platform. This integration with Kaltura creates a unified and integrated experience with automated publishing workflows that ensure each recording and live stream is seamlessly delivered to viewers. We have also enabled the SMP Series to faciliate token authentication with the Kaltura platform for enhanced security capabilities. Kaltura's scheduling interface now includes a live event option, allowing live streaming along with scheduled recordings for webcasting applications. Additionally, the SMP Series can now upload M4A files to Kaltura for audio-only recordings. The Kaltura FlexOS App requir...

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