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ProAVNews: Shure Upgrade to digital wireless before it's too late!

Make the Switch Today! We are quickly approaching the end of Phase 9 of the FCC 600 MHz TV Channel Re-packing, which affects most of the Mid-Atlantic states! What does this mean? As we all probably know, the FCC auctioned off the 600MHz band in 2017 and has been repacking (relocating) TV channels that resided in the 600MHz range down into lower frequency bands. This repack also included reorganizing and repacking TV channels that were already down in the lower frequencies including some in the VHF band. How does this affect me? The post incentive auction frequencies now available for use in the US is 470MHz-617MHz. Now that the repack is nearly complete, most of the frequencies in the new legal spectrum have been consumed by TV channels that were repacked into new lower frequencies. The en...

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ProAVNews: Extron Now Shipping! New Mounting Kit for Room Scheduling Panels Purpose-Built for Vertical Frame Installations

Extron is pleased to announce immediate availability of new Mullion Mount Kits specifically designed to mount Extron TouchLink Scheduling (TLS) Panels securely to the vertical frame that separates a door opening from the adjacent glass wall. Whether viewed from inside or outside the room, these kits aesthetically blend with the TLS panel and mullion frame, for a seamless, stylish appearance. Mullion Mount Kits are available in 5", 7", and 10" sizes to fit TLS panels for a variety of environments, including meeting rooms, classrooms, boardrooms, and huddle rooms. LED lights on either side of the touchpanels that display room status are fully visible after mounting. Mount at ADA height or angle for optimal viewing. Key FeaturesSecurely mounts TLS panels on the vertical frame that separates a...

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ProAVNews: Planar Corporate Installations Overview

Large and dramatic video walls bring a 'wow factor' to corporate lobbies and auditoriums, making powerful impressions on clients and employees alike. Unique media installations and digital canvases breathe excitement into corporate spaces, creating interest and demonstrating a company's commitment to embracing leading-edge technologies. 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 800.554.5539​​​ 

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ProAVNews: Extron XMP 240 Fast and Easy Channel Count Expansion For Dante Systems

Introducing the XMP 240 Expansion Matrix Processor, featuring an extensive mix matrix with 24 channels of AEC and 48x48 Dante connectivity in only a half rack space. The XMP 240 can also be used standalone for matrix processing in an all network audio system. When connected to a DMP Plus Series processor via Dante or the EXP expansion port, a complete system is created that offers up to 36 channels of AEC, a USB audio interface, analog connectivity, and optional VoIP. A system expanded with an XMP 240 is capable of supporting multiple beam forming microphone arrays alongside numerous other Dante sources, with enough outputs to support multiple zones and destination devices. Ideal for network audio systems based on Dante or AES67, the XMP 240 allows for high channel count audio input and ou...

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ProAVNews: Extron Now Shipping! SHARELINK PRO 500 Powerful and Cost-Effective Wireless Collaboration

Extron is pleased to announce the immediate availability of their new ShareLink™ Pro 500 Wired and Wireless Presentation Gateway that enables anyone to present content from computers, tablets, or smartphones on a display for easy and cost-effective collaboration. It features advanced technology that supports simultaneous display of up to four devices, including an HDMI-connected device. The HDMI input supports wired devices, such as a signage player or other AV source. The ShareLink Pro 500 has collaboration and moderator modes that facilitate both open and controlled collaboration environments. When used with Extron GVE – GlobalViewer® Enterprise software, multiple units can be managed across an enterprise or campus. The ShareLink Pro 500 offers professional capabilities that make it easy...

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