Education Events InfoComm goes virtual with InfoComm Connected
InfoComm Connected 2020 – exhibition highlights
AVIXA, the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association, hosted it’s first-ever complete virtual InfoComm show – InfoComm 2020 Con- nected – from the 16-18 June. “When we made the decision to cancel the InfoComm 2020 show in Las Vegas, the AVIXA team was deter- mined to gather the industry together for an immersive experience of learning, engagement, and networking in a virtual online event.” said Rochelle Richardson, CEM, Senior Vice President of Expositions and Events, AVIXA. “The enthusiasm and participation for InfoComm 2020 Connected exceeded expectations and reinforced something we already knew – the pro AV industry is resilient.
With no in-person InfoComm 2021 in Orlando, lockdown prompt- ed AVIXA to create a digital alternative to the traditional Info- Comm. Total registrations for InfoComm 2020 Connected came to 23,408 - less than half the number that would usually attend the show. 41% of virtual attendees were from outside the U.S. The show featured 495 exhibitors, and views of the exhibitor showcas- es came to 53,433.
Kramer new solutions for schools CPD sessions
The show’s sessions were highly viewed – totalling 59,662. There were 74 live sessions and on-demand presentations from 67 com- panies. Live sessions were presented for 11 hours each day from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. EDT to reach attendees globally. Popu- lar topics included conferencing and collaboration; fusing space, technology, and content; trends that have emerged through the COVID crisis; higher education; and the state of the industry. On Tuesday, David Labuskes, CTS, CAE, RCDD, CEO of AVIXA, de- livered the keynote address on AV’s role in creating a post-COVID world that combines the best of physical and virtual experiences. Labuskes was then joined by Kate Wik, Chief Marketing Officer, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, who discussed the intricate safety measures the city is taking as it gradually reopens for business. The session also featured Sam Taylor, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Almo Professional A/V, who talked about the technology advancements and macroeco- nomic factors that have driven the pro AV industry’s evolution. Interestingly, attendees embraced virtual networking during In- foComm 2020 Connected. Some 1,117 exhibitor meetings were scheduled, and 14,277 chat messages were exchanged. The In- foComm 2020 Connected virtual platform will remain live through Aug. 21 for attendees to browse exhibitor showcases and view on-demand sessions.
Kramer Electronics has released its Kramer Schoolroom Solutions campaign to help education facilities easily specify technology which injects flexibility, handsfree connectivity and secure net- works into multiple classroom environments. Designed for K-12 school administrators, IT managers and integrators worldwide to easily navigate between solutions offering various learning needs, Kramer Schoolroom Solutions are engineered to adapt to rapid change across classroom styles with new technologies and prod- ucts at a cost-effective price. Aviv Ron, Vice President of Business Development and Strate- gy at Kramer, comments: “The recent global pandemic has high- lighted that the learning landscape for academics and students is set to change, with many establishments continuing to bridge the gap between in-class and remote lessons. We’ve been able to combine our wireless and Kramer Maestro automatic zero-touch technologies into unique packages which enable IT managers to deploy them across the campus in a more efficient, future-proof installation.” As concerns grow over equipment hygiene, Kramer Schoolroom Solutions provide a conveniently quick and secure way to encour- age BYOD connectivity and automated hands-free classrooms. These latest tools also support hybrid learning, actively promoting class participation, reducing teacher set-up time and offering a va- riety of connectivity options. The accurate reproduction of teach- ing materials is crucial to supporting lessons. Kramer’s systems
Kramer Electronics showcased how its latest end-to- end products, blended with cut- ting-edge cloud technologies, will help to combat new audiovisual challenges during InfoComm 2020 Connected.
The company's director of audio, Yuval Kramer, revealed Kram- er’s new DSP-62-AEC audio management solution; part of the Kramer XSPerience fami- ly. Yuval Kramer commented: “2020 has been a testing time for many businesses, but to have InfoComm’s support to keep the industry in touch with new product releases and educational content is a huge testament to the future of AV. For Kramer, the pandemic has highlighted how our solutions can support businesses moving forward, balancing on-site and remote management - it’s exciting to showcase this in a new format.”
The company's director of au- dio, Yuval Kramer, revealed Kramer’s new DSP-62-AEC au- dio management solution; part of the Kramer XSPerience fam- ily.
The new solution brings simplicity and ease to installers, end
The next in-person USA InfoComm will take place from June 12-18 2021 (exhibits June 16-18) at the Orange County Convention Centre in Orlando.
Kramer Electronics has released its Kramer Schoolroom Solutions campaign to help education facilities easily specify technology which injects flexibility, handsfree connectivity and secure networks into multiple classroom environments.
support automated scaling and switching of content from BYOD devices to ensure picture quality matches the display technology resolution. In addition, the systems support live streaming to all major video platforms and carry video signals up to 4K. For IT departments that require more off-site management, the solutions promote remote servicing and reduce the amount of un- necessary service calls. Its user-proof automation and networked capabilities provide a full overview of the campus site system and supports a “grow-as-you-go” technology vision, with backward compatibility with existing systems. Providing a range of solutions to cater for different environments, each solution comes with professional quality audio. Kramer also offers complete security coverage across its products and solutions for added reassurance, complying with ISO 27001 certification.
users and IT managers looking to implement professional audio across a range of meeting spaces from a singular location. De- signed specifically for meetings of two to four people, the DSP- 62-AEC plug-and-play mini-audio solution can route and mix any audio source. It features auto-switching HDMI, class Compliant USB and AEC, and has the ability to have 6 inputs, including up to 4 microphones and a stereo output in a single installation. Partic- ipants are kept well connected and consultants can design differ- ent systems on the same DSP software. DSP-62-AEC also includes Kramer Maestro room automation technology and auto-switching features, which not only minimize user errors and IT support calls, but eliminate the need to actually touch the device, and therefore comply with COVID-19 social distancing norms. In addition, Kramer showcased products from its extensive port- folio, including its VP-551X scaler/switcher for 4K@60 (4:4:4) HDMI, VGA and composite video signals and VS-34FD, a 34-port modular 8K multi format digital matrix switcher with interchange- able inputs & outputs, which are both recently available to the US market.
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