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up to 1920x1200@60Hz and HDTV resolutions up to 1080p. Also new at InfoComm will be the MX-65xx Series of ma- trices, designed to allow the distribution of HDMI 2.0 (with HDCP)


sources to multiple


NDI is royalty free and is the most widely adopted and used IP video standard.


Networks & Connectivity


Biamp Adds AVB USB Expander with Bluetooth


Biamp announced its new AVB USB audio expander, the Tesira EX-UBT. Designed for use in Te- sira systems, the new expander provides a reliable digital audio interface via USB. Ideal for in- stallations requiring USB con- nections not located in a rack or near other equipment, the Tesira EX-UBT is not limited by the specification-defined maxi- mum USB connection length of 15 feet; the new Tesira EX-UBT can transport USB digital audio reliably throughout a custom- er’s network. It is also ideal for installations requiring multiple USB audio inputs or in projects


review a system’s status and perform several administrative tasks easily and efficiently. SageVue uses a browser-based interface to provide users with a single, comprehensive over- view and status of all Tesira and Devio devices connected to the network. SageVue is also equipped with a full-featured RESTful API, giving technolo- gy managers the ability to pull information into custom dash- boards or be directly integrated with third-party monitoring ap- plications. To streamline user access and setup, SageVue in- telligently interfaces with LDAP infrastructure, allowing IT man- agers to use existing data to control access to the software. SageVue will be available at no cost in Q3 of 2018.


display devices independent- ly or all at the same time us- ing an intuitive front panel, infrared remote control or tvONE’s control software, MX- tools. It is HDCP 2.2 compli- ant and provides full support for 4K2K@60 4:4:4 8bit and 10bit processing for superior deep colour rendition. 3D sig- nals are also supported. Audio includes 7.1 audio capability including DTS-HD and Dolby TrueHD. The 1T-DA-68x Distribution Amplifier series, which includes 1T-DA-682 (1x2 HDMI v2.0 DA), 1T-DA-684 (1x4 HDMI v2.0 DA), and 1T-DA-688 (1x8 HDMI v2.0 DA) will additional- ly feature on the stand. This Distribution Amplifier series provides a high-performance solution for distributing HDMI signals with video output up to 4K2K@60Hz (YUV444) reso- lutions and HDR (High Dynam- ic Range Imaging) support, which gives the most life like video experience.


A range of new features and modules for the C3-340 CORI- O®matrix (4RU) and C3-310 CORIO®matrix mini (1RU) will also be showcased. They are designed for installs need- ing to easily integrate mixed AV sources such as SDI, IP streams (coming soon), 4K HDMI and legacy formats in a single device at very low la- tency. Exhibiting too will be a new HDMI 4-port output mod- ule for CORIOmaster, providing the 4RU C3-540 CORIOmaster video wall processor with up to 56 outputs. tvONE’s popular CORIOview, the fastest, most intuitive 4K multi-window pro- cessor with up to 8 sources will also be featured.


Biamp’s Tesira EX-UBT USB audio expander will be available in Q3 of 2018.


using Tesira SERVER or SERV- ER-IO as the DSP adding an on- board USB connection. Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) Te- sira EX-UBT expander supports up to eight channels of config- urable USB audio as well as Bluetooth wireless technology, which is enabled and config- ured through the Tesira soft- ware. Using Bluetooth, the EX- UBT provides integrators with a cable-free solution for telecon- ferencing using soft codecs, continuing a mobile phone call into a meeting room, or sup- plying background music such as in a hospitality setting. The EX-UBT is the perfect solution for a variety of room types and sizes that require USB audio delivered in a small form factor. Also new from Biamp is Biamp SageVue web-based monitoring and management platform for its Tesira and De- vio product families. Deployed at the end user site, SageVue enables technology managers, integrators, and end users to


Networking & connectivity New switchers from tvONE


tvONE launched the HD-One wall plate transmitter series that enables switching and ex- tension for HDMI (up to 4K) and VGA (up to 1080p) signals at InfoComm 2018. 4K HDR matrix switchers and the new distribution amplifier series are also being unveiled.


The HD-One wall plate trans- mitter series, consisting of the MG-WP-611-US and MG-WP- 611-EU provides HD extension up to 230ft (70 meters) and 4K extension up to 130ft (40 meters). Available in regionally specific form factors, they are easily powered by a local pow- er supply or the MG-CT-612 Receiver (coming soon) with integrated Power over HDBaseT (POH).


Networks & Connectivity


XiO Cloud provisioning and management from Crestron


Additionally, the HD-


One wall plate delivers full un- compressed HD video 3D and 4Kx2K, RS-232 and IR while supporting VESA resolutions


Crestron’s XiO Cloud, a Cloud- based provisioning and man- agement solution, made its debut at InfoComm 2018. XiO Cloud enables organisations to simultaneously configure and deploy an unlimited number of Crestron products, thereby re- ducing installation time by up to 90%. IT managers can then monitor and manage all devic- es from XiO Cloud, proactively resolve events remotely to pre- vent lost work time, and gather actionable usage data, all with no programming required. “With XiO Cloud, you sim- ply connect a device to the network and it’s automati- cally recognised,” said Brian Donlan, Crestron Technology Manager, Enterprise Software. “There’s no time-consuming programming, and Crestron de-


vices around the world can be managed remotely. The device doesn’t even need to be online when it’s configured. It’s sim- ple, worldwide, browser-based management with the network security IT professionals de- mand.” With live status and full mon- itoring of thousands of con- nected devices, from anywhere at any time, the help desk can


tured, saved, and then posted, emailed, or texted to either a central web page (education applications) or to invited participants (corporate appli- cations). Meeting participants simply choose “whiteboard” as a source on the in-room Crestron TSW touch screen or on the built-in touch screen on Crestron Mercury® to start the session. When “end meeting”


stron debuted its new TSS-7 and TSS-10 room schedul- ing-only touch screens, featur- ing native partner room booking and an optional Room Availabil- ity Light Bar.


Audio & Conferencing


Yamaha - YVC-200 for On- the-Go Conferencing


Yamaha announced the debut of its YVC-200 portable USB + Bluetooth speakerphone de- signed to provide users with ample, clear sound no matter where they work.


"The reality of today's global workplace is that people are meeting and collaborating out- side of dedicated conferenc- ing spaces, which can create a challenging and increasingly frustrating meeting environ- ment," said Phil Marechal, Vice President of Business Devel- opment and Product Manage- ment, Yamaha Unified Commu- nications.


Crestron’s AirBoard is an enterprise-grade whiteboard capture device that enables both local and remote participants to see whiteboard content on their personal display devices.


quickly know about any change on a device within seconds, and then resolve events remotely to maximise uptime. No extra con- figuration tools are required. Also new from Crestron, Cre- stron AirBoard is an enter- prise-grade whiteboard capture device that enables both local and remote participants to see whiteboard content on the main room display and on their per- sonal display device, and then share it with the touch of a but- ton. Crestron AirBoard is simple to operate and easily mounts above any surface using the in- cluded mounting kit.


“The whiteboard is the last analogue device in the room, and with so much competition for ‘front of the room’ space, they’re typically installed on the extreme sides of meeting rooms, where visibility is limit- ed,” explains Dan Jackson, Di- rector, Enterprise Technology at Crestron. “Now, with Crestron AirBoard, the centre room dis- play, or projector screen, can show the whiteboard so every- one can easily see it. Plus, re- mote participants can actually see when someone writes on the whiteboard without holding up a phone or laptop camera.” Crestron AirBoard is essen- tially a camera on an arm that attaches to any electronic whiteboard via the included mounting


kit. Only a single


Ethernet cable to the LAN is re- quired for video, power, and se- cure connection to the network and Crestron ecosystem. People can quickly capture and share content via Crestron touch screens and integrated devices, such as Crestron Mercury. With Crestron AirBoard, an- notations can be easily cap-


is selected, the user is prompt- ed to save and send the file. Remote conferencing partic- ipants can access the white- board session much like they would connect to Crestron AirMedia wireless presenta- tion devices by entering the URL (or friendly name) shown on the room display in their web browser. Once on the web page, the user simply enters the dynamic PIN or access code, which is also shown on the room display.


Crestron made so many an- nouncements at InfoComm that we could have easily filled this article with Crestron news alone. In brief, other an- nouncements included: a new partnership with Huddly to enhance the Crestron Mercury UC experience; a new Crestron AirMedia wireless presenta- tion system with AirMedia 2.0 technology; next generation AM-300 and AM-200 products which enable organisations to increase workflow and facili- tate collaboration by turning lobbies, lounges, and other open spaces into productive meeting spaces. Finally, Cre-


Crestron debuted its new TSS-7 and TSS-10 room scheduling-on- ly touch screens, featuring na- tive partner room booking and an optional Room Availability Light Bar.


"The YVC-200 expands our UC portfolio with a personal, portable conferencing device designed to offer intuitive op- eration and deliver high-quality, comfortable audio no matter where the user is working, be it the home, satellite office, or hotel room. It can be deployed anywhere. Just simply connect it to a smartphone, tablet, or PC, and hold a productive casu- al meeting, discuss ideas, and feel as if you're talking with col- leagues in person."


The compact device fits in the palm of the user's hand and is integrated with Yamaha's lead- ing sound processing technol- ogies, including adaptive echo cancellation, Human Voice Activity Detection that focuses the unit on speech rather than


To start a remote meeting, users simply connect the YVC-200 to their audio, video, or web conferencing client. Equipped with USB and Blue- tooth with fast pairing to NFC-enabled devices, the YVC-200 can connect to a PC, smartphone, or tablet.


background noise. The unit fea- tures intelligent microphones that deliver full-duplex conver- sation without sound dropouts, even when multiple people are speaking at once. In addition, powerful built-in speakers de- liver audio that sounds true to life, so it feels as if every re- mote participant on the call is in the room. With the YVC-200, users can easily hear what's be- ing said and be heard, enabling highly productive team collabo- ration from anywhere.


P14 AV News July 2018


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