InfoComm Sets Standards on Labels for Cables – CLAS

Seems like where ever you go, every company or venue has their own method of labeling their cable.  It can get kind of confusing when going between locations and companies.  InfoComm International has come up with a new standard to harmonize labels on cables for the AV world.

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InfoComm International announced the publication of a new audiovisual standard, Cable Labeling for Audiovisual Systems (CLAS). The new standard defines requirements for labeling cables used in installed AV systems and provides guidance for the easy identification of all power and signal paths in a completed system. Proper cable labeling aids in the operation, support, maintenance, and troubleshooting of AV systems.

InfoComm will present the new standard at a free plenary session during Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2016 in Amsterdam. The plenary will be held February 11 from 3:30 – 5:30pm in room D403 at the RAI Amsterdam Convention Center. Interested parties can register at iseurope.org/infocomm-standards-plenary-session.

“Consistent, clear labeling of interconnected cables, which serve as the core of integrated systems, is very important,” said John Bailey, CTS-D, CTS-I, vice president of technology at Whitlock and chair of the InfoComm task group that developed the CLAS standard. “It is critical that cables are labeled in a consistent and methodical way, especially as large, complex, and facility-wide systems become more commonplace.”

The standard marks a new milestone in InfoComm’s development of consensus standards that benefit the AV industry by raising the bar on quality and professionalism in systems integration and design. Unlike previously published InfoComm standards, which adhere to requirements set forth by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Cable Labeling for Audiovisual Systems, was developed independently of ANSI, using the same principles of openness, balance, consensus, and due process. The new process, which is overseen by the InfoComm Standards Steering Committee and operates concurrently with ANSI/InfoComm standards development, allows InfoComm to release more rapidly standards that are specific to the AV industry. Potential standards are identified for development by the steering committee, chaired by Jason Brameld, technical director of Torpedo Factory Group.

“A primary driver behind the introduction of InfoComm-specific standards was the fact that a standard such as AV cable labeling would only be required by AV practitioners,” Brameld said. “It is not something that allied trades would necessarily refer to.”

InfoComm is an ANSI Accredited Standards Developer (ASD). More than 700 industry volunteers support InfoComm’s standards development, which has resulted in six ANSI-certified standards, plus a joint standard with the Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association (CEDIA) and the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) governing the use of audio, video, and control architectural drawing symbols. A draft ANSI/InfoComm standard, Display Image Size for 2D Content in Audiovisual Systems, is currently in public review. For more on InfoComm standards, visit infocomm.org/standards.

“We took the best practices of standards development and streamlined some of the rigor required by third-party accreditation,” Bailey explained. “By doing this, we can bring to market industry-specific AV standards faster while still focusing on broader ANSI-accredited standards.”

After the InfoComm Standards Steering Committee selected Cable Labeling for Audiovisual Systems for development, an international task group began defining the scope, definitions, and requirements. The standard was presented to the AV industry for review and comments were collected and incorporated. The final standard includes guidance on required primary elements as well as unique identifiers; other identifiers, such as those for cables meant to be accessed by users; and cable label characteristics, including durability, legibility, text fonts, location, and orientation. The standard is free for InfoComm members and available for purchase through the ANSI or IHS standards stores.

In addition to Bailey and Brameld, members of the CLAS task group included Brad Baldwin, Technical Innovation; Walter Black, PhD, VidCAD; and Peter Swanson, CTS, AMX Australia.

“InfoComm thanks the committed volunteer experts who guided and authored the Cable Labeling for Audiovisual Systems standard,” said Ann Brigida, CTS, CStd, director of standards for InfoComm International. “The development by InfoComm of AV industry-specific standards is possible, in part, due to the success, recognition, and authority established over nearly a decade of developing ANSI-accredited standards. This new development process will get AV standards into the hands of professionals who need them as soon as possible so they can adopt industry best practices and drive their businesses forward.”

Learn more about the new standard and InfoComm at www.infocomm.org

Reel Video Systems LLC Launched in Indianapolis

Reel Video Systems LLC., a brand new video equipment rental house based in the Midwest, is now officially open for business. Reel Video focuses on delivering brilliant LED IMAG and graphic imagery on a signature roll up form factor, currently available in 5, 6, and 8-meter widths. Screens are offered in 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios.

Reel Video is built around time and cost saving roll up LED technology. Instead of resorting to an old school “building block” system, the turnkey screens are delivered ready to rig, fly, and roll down. Simply put, Reel Video screens make LED operation a breeze.

Instead of individual RGB LEDs, Reel Video uses 3-in-1 SMD LED technology to deliver truly stunning imagery. Intelligent integrated power and signal routing sips electricity while still delivering a punch; the fully calibrated outdoor display setting clocks in at a blinding 6500 nits. Stop by and see Reel Video up close and in person at InfoComm 2011 in booth #5679.

To get a quote before all available screens are booked, please call 765.221.5055.

www.ReelVideoScreens.com

This Week Brings #InfoComm10 in Las Vegas Nevada

This week brings InfoComm 2010 in Las Vegas Nevada.  InfoComm is the biggest tradeshow in the country for pro-AV.  With over 900 exhibitors, and 300+ sessions spread over seven days, it is no wonder they need the LVCC!

The sessions have already started back on Saturday, but the exhibit floor does not open until 9am, Wednesday June 9 and closes Friday, June 11. Be sure to add the HTML version of the Show Floor to your smart phone to locate exhibitors while at the show.  There is also a flash version of the show floor, but as we all know, it doesn’t work on the iPhone.  There is still time to register for InfoComm, you just have to pick up your badge at the on-site registration desk.

For up to the minute news about the show and things to see, add @infocomm & @infoCommShowGuy to your twitter followers or follow the hastags #infocomm10 and #infocomm2010. You can also get more info on InfoComm by visiting the shows web site at www.infocommshow.org.

If you are attending the show, send back pictures and info about all of the latest and greatest products!

Pixled Launches F-37L Flexiable Mesh LED Video Display

At InfoComm, in Las Vegas June 9-11, be sure to stop by the Pixled booth, #N2675 in the Digital Signage Pavilion in the North Hall. In addition to Pixled’s established range of low weight LED video technology, the company will be launching it’s innovative F-37L, a 37mm flexible mesh LED video display designed for both backdrop applications and creative LED applications.

The F-37Ls ultra-slim, flexible mesh construction offers the perfect combination of design flexibility and speed of deployment. The F-37L can be formed into any shape or molded over any object, but can equally be deployed as a flat LED video screen. With its ultra-lightweight construction, IP63 rating and quick roll-out design, the F-37L can be used in almost any venue—indoors or out—and installed with phenomenal speed.

The Pixled F-37L uses Nichia SMD LEDs—at a pixel pitch of 37.5mm, both vertically and horizontally—to provide a light output of 2,300 NIT and has an IP63 rating. The viewing angles are greater than 120° both vertically and horizontally. The combination of pixel pitch, light output and 57% transparency, the Pixled F-37L is ideal for massive wide-canvas backdrops which deliver sharp, crisp, high impact video images.

The F-37L panel measures 11.8” wide x 47.2” high x 0.95” deep (30cm x 120cm x 2.4cm) and each panel weighs 5.11 lbs (2.32kg). It is available in either a white or black finish and is CE and ETL listed. The maximum power draw per panel is less than 100 watts; an input frequency of 60 Hz; a refresh rate of greater than 240 Hz; and has an operating temperature range of -4 to 122°F / -20 to 50°C.

For more information on the Pixled F-37L, visit their web site at www.pixled.com.

Barco Announces New Video Wall at InfoComm

More news on this the eve of InfoComm show opening tomorrow June 17th.

From the Press Release:

Visualization specialist Barco has announced its new series of LED-lit rear-projection video wall displays. With the development of the full HD (1920×1080) LED-based video wall system, Barco builds on many years of experience with LED displays. Next to the obvious benefits of LED-based rear-projection technology, such as low maintenance and saturated colors, Barco’s OL video wall series also features the unique Sense6 color calibration and stabilization technology which makes the video wall systems truly ready for 24/7 use.

“With the introduction of our new video wall series with LED-based illumination, we have made use of our vast combined experience with LED-based and projection-based visualization technology,” comments Mr Mathieu Massart, Director Product Management of Barco’s Displays technology unit. “Barco’s OL video wall series incorporates our unique Sense6 sensor technology, which has proven its invaluable benefit with Barco’s OV-D2 video walls during many years in 24/7 use. This way, we can offer a display solution that is truly maintenance-free and ready for mission-critical applications.”

Barco’s LED-based projection series consists of the rear-accessible OL and front-accessible OLF video walls. During the introduction phase, both are available in 50-inch and 70-inch screen sizes. All of them offer an ergonomically excellent viewing experience, with the sharpest and most saturated colors in full HD resolution. The OL and OLF video walls have a wide LED color gamut which exceeds the EBU standard, and present no signs of color break up whatsoever.

The OL and OLF video walls have been designed for an entirely maintenance-free operation over several years, with a guaranteed LED lifetime of 55,000 hours and a 5-year service-free runtime. There is also no need for consumables, such as color wheel or mercury lamps. Thanks to the embedded Sense6 sensor technology, the OL and OLF video wall systems are truly maintenance-free. As proven with the current OV-D2 product line, Sense6 provides brightness and color stability over time and across the entire video wall screen. Sense6 continuously measures brightness and color and adjusts the color space to provide an image that is most convenient for the human eye. Therefore, no maintenance or manual adjustment is needed.

Thanks to the small depth of the projection modules, the OL and OLF video walls are ideally suited for installation in confined spaces. Additionally, the OLF projection modules can be serviced from the front. A rugged design makes the video walls ideally suited for industrial environments.

The use of advanced low-weight materials and the mostly prealigned delivery make the OL and OLF video walls very installer-friendly. After installation Sense6 automatically keeps all projection modules in tune to compensate for the inherent color shift of LEDs during their lifetime. Additionally, the Barco control manager software keeps track of the health status and allows the user to configure the uniformity and health status in an easy way. The software exposes an API which allows it to be integrated into larger device management applications.

Next to the new OL video wall series, Barco will also still maintain its current OV-D2 product line of DLP-based rear-projection systems for applications beyond the current capabilities of LED technologies.

The OL and OLF video wall series will be demonstrated at this year’s InfoComm 2009 exhibition in Orlando, FL, USA, from 17 to 19 June 2009.

TMB Introduces New Products at InfoComm

At InfoComm, TMB introduced a whole host of new products to their vast inventory.

Straight From the Press Release:

• UberPan from Green Hippo – Advanced multi-server control system that allows multiple Hippotizers to work as one, creating a single virtual canvas.
• amBIENT XC from amBX – The ultimate ambient lighting control system for the creation and delivery of immersive entertainment experiences.
• ProFan – High velocity DMX fan with detachable remote for manual control. Truss, stand or floor mount.
• ProPlex RMT – Remote Media Transceiver System. DVI video, audio and serial data transmission and distribution over fiber-optic or CAT5e cable. Built for the road, in Rack Mount and Portable Mount formats.
• ProPlex GBS – GigaBit Switch. Rugged Ethernet switches built specifically for use in portable entertainment production. In Rack Mount and Portable Mount formats. Portable Mount unit incorporates a yoke with many mounting options, and a UPS.
• ProShell – Professional RJ45 housing. Converts a standard RJ45 into a rugged, road-worthy connector. Ergonomic, compact for high density patch bays, label friendly, and the damn latch won’t break! Detachable cap option protects contacts when long cables are dragged over the ground.
• Solaris CF-35 strobe – IP rated, UV stabilized, and compact CF-35 strobes ideal for architectural installations. Available in six colors. Can be used individually or combined in a string or matrix.

TMB will also be showing a selection of popular products for the entertainment professional, including: AC Power power distribution boxes; Color Kinetics LED fixtures; curveLED transparent flexible video displays; DMX Data Lynx four-universe DMX console switcher and backup; Kinesys Libra loadcell and Elevation motor control; Leader Light flood and linear LED fixtures; ProPlex cables and snakes for Ethernet, DMX, audio and video; ProPower NCB non-conductive power distribution boxes (without the rubber) and ProPower RPD configurable rack mount distros; ProStage audio stage box systems; SandBox multi-protocol hardware; Swisson DMX test tools; W-DMX Generation III wireless DMX featuring the new Ugly Box wireless signal tester . . . . and much more!

Find out more about the products and services offered by TMB at www.tmb.com.