Shure, provider of workplace collaboration solutions, announced the IntelliMix Bar Pro, an all-in-one video bar engineered to solve IT’s everyday challenges in meeting spaces. Per the company, the newest addition to its collaboration portfolio expands Shure’s suite of solutions designed to enhance the AI-powered workplace.  The company will also showcase IntelliMix Bar Pro for the first time at ISE 2026 in Barcelona.

Shure IntelliMix Bar Pro Features

According to Shure, the IntelliMix Bar Pro delivers exceptional audio and video coverage from a single device, making it ideal for medium to large meeting spaces. Its patent-pending camera placement and AI-framing technology enables precise capture of non-verbal cues, creating more engaging and productive meetings for all participants.

“Businesses today need seamless audio and video solutions to make AI-driven collaboration effortless, and we’re committed to delivering future-ready, reliable AI experiences in every meeting space. The IntelliMix Bar Pro achieves this by combining Shure’s industry-leading audio expertise with cutting-edge video technology,” remarks Sam Sabet, chief technology officer at Shure. “Engineered for the AI-enabled workplace, the IntelliMix Bar Pro is breaking barriers by covering large rooms with a single front-of-room device. Close development of this enterprise-ready solution with Microsoft now allows our customers to deploy systems faster and reduce maintenance, significantly lowering the total cost of ownership.”

Scalable Systems for Enterprise Environments

According to Shure, the IntelliMix collaboration portfolio is engineered for enterprise-grade scalability, reliability, and consistency, delivering streamlined deployment and dependable performance across diverse environments. The IntelliMix Bar Pro also integrates patented Shure Microflex Advance array microphones with high output, premium stereo loudspeakers to deliver superior audio for meeting experiences.

The company adds that the onboard IntelliMix processing enhances audio clarity by reducing background noise and isolating voices. This further supports precise transcriptions for AI tools like Copilot in Microsoft Teams and ensures audio clarity to boost productivity.

Building on MDEP

Built on the Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform (MDEP), the IntelliMix Bar Pro also prioritizes a foundation of security and long-term stability for enterprises. MDEP enables IT teams to deploy and manage systems confidently, at scale and with a consistent performance while meeting stringent security and compliance requirements. The collaboration between Shure and Microsoft reflects a shared commitment to quality, innovation and customer satisfaction for AI-powered experiences, says the company.

“This collaboration with Shure shows what’s possible when enterprise security, quality hardware, and deep platform integration come together. By building on MDEP, Shure delivers devices that are secure by design, manageable at scale and ready for the realities of modern IT environments. It’s a strong example of shared values translating into real customer impact,” states Juha Kuosmanen, Head of MDEP.

Empowering Smart Meetings and Collaboration

Shure adds that the IntelliMix View AI framing technology accurately frames each participant as they would appear in person. Four 4K cameras offer a combined 135-degree wide-angle field of view to ensure full-room visibility and the ability to intelligently highlight active participants.

Streamlined Setup and Remote Management

According to the company, the Android-based IntelliMix Bar Pro, built on MDEP, includes an onboard compute. This simplifies setup, reduces potential points of failure, and lowers overall maintenance. IT teams can securely control, manage and update devices remotely using ShureCloud and other enterprise IoT systems like Pro Management Portal and ServiceNow.

With the IntelliMix Bar Pro, Shure says it will continue to lead the way in workplace collaboration, delivering intelligent solutions that empower IT teams and elevate meeting experiences across the enterprise. Innovations like IntelliMix View AI Video Framing position the IntelliMix Bar Pro as a smart, scalable platform for AI-powered workplaces.

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A wireless headset with a range of up to 500 feet (150 meters) is no longer a futuristic dream — it’s the new standard for seamless communication, says the company. With this kind of freedom, professionals can stay connected and productive whether navigating busy airports, moving between floors in office buildings, or managing multiple tasks across expansive spaces, all without worrying about dropped connections.

In a fast-paced world where every second counts, reliable connectivity is critical. Dropped connections or poor audio quality can disrupt flow, stall productivity and even jeopardize important tasks. The WH64 Hybrid wireless headset with an extended range offers the ability to move freely while maintaining clear communication.

Yealink’s hybrid core technology combines both Bluetooth and DECT technologies. This integration combines the mobility and user-friendly nature of Bluetooth with its connectivity and extended range capabilities of DECT, ensuring an exceptional unified communications experience in professional settings, says Yealink.

The development of the WH64 Hybrid underscores the company’s dedication to advancing wireless communication solutions. While Bluetooth headsets are traditionally valued for their portability and convenience, the incorporation of DECT technology in the WH64 Hybrid offers significant advantages in terms of range, density and security. This integration enables professionals to maintain clear and uninterrupted communication in diverse environments, whether navigating a bustling office or working remotely.

Yealink WH64 Hybrid Wireless Headset Features

Incorporating Yealink’s Acoustic Shield Technology 2.0, the WH64 Hybrid features three built-in microphones that filter background noise, ensuring clear sound transmission even in bustling open workspaces. This technology enhances communication clarity, ideal for environments where focus and productivity are crucial.

Designed to integrate with various UC platforms, this wireless headset supports plug-and-play installation and  device switching. Tailored for modern workplaces prioritizing efficiency and clarity, it enhances communication experiences with ease.

Offering up to 48 hours of listening time or 32 hours of talk time on a full charge, it ensures uninterrupted performance. A 90-minute charge provides up to 40% battery life, making it a reliable solution for staying connected throughout the day.

Yealink says the WH64 Hybrid is more than just a headset, it delivers advanced technology for seamless, comfortable communication in any professional environment.

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According to Scott Normand, commercial market senior director at Snap One, conferencing is currently a critical solution in high demand from customers and the addition of Yealink and Audio-Technica solutions helps meet this growing demand.

“Office collaboration is a key aspect of the ‘smart living’ experience and we’re excited to add Yealink and Audio-Technica to our portfolio to help customers get access to additional solutions for conference rooms,” says Normand. “As a combined business, Snap One and ADI are committed to working together to deliver great solutions for meeting and training rooms. Our relationships with Yealink and Audio-Technica showcase how important it is to our combined organizations to deliver the most innovative technology to our customers with the ease of doing business that Snap One and ADI delivers.”

Yealink

Per a statement, Yealink offers an extensive portfolio of office communications solutions, including office speakers, microphones, video conferencing cameras, and several all-in-one solutions combining collaboration hardware and software. Snap One customers now have access to more than 60 Yealink SKUs in key subcategories ​including PTZ Video Bars, Room Systems, Rolling 65-inch and 86-inch interactive displays, as well as speakers, mics, cameras and scheduling panels.

Audio-Technica

According to Snap One, Audio-Technica offers a full range of conferencing microphones, providing another product category for customers to consider when designing commercial office projects. Snap One customers will now have access to 94 SKUs from Audio-Technica including conferencing and boundary mics​, wireless handhelds/ lavalier/ head worn mics​, ceiling/ podium mics​, as well as antenna/ accessories. The introduction of Audio-Technica will benefit customers by providing high-value microphone, boundary, and conferencing accessories. ​

Both Yealink and Audio-Technica present exciting new revenue and cross-selling opportunities to customers along with enhanced experiences to end users, says Snap One. From all-in-one hardware and software solutions to a variety of microphone styles, all customers now have access to everything they need to succeed in one of the fastest-growing segments of the commercial AV market.

Per a statement, the addition of Yealink and Audio-Technica products reinforces Snap One and ADI’s dedication to providing solutions for every key integration sector from AV and control to networking and security. Now, with numerous office communication and collaboration solutions folding into the umbrella, the combined business is a primary industry resource for conferencing products, giving customers a wide variety of unified communication and collaboration solutions from which to choose, meeting the demands of diverse office applications, concludes Snap One.

Another version of this article originally appeared on our sister-site Commercial Integrator on Dec. 5, 2024. It has since been updated for My TechDecisions’ audience

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Located in Kunshan, Jiangsu Province in  China, DKU is an educational and research university situated on a 1,200-acre campus. The university offers a range of  academic programs and a diverse, inclusive culture to students from around the globe.

The large-scale audio video project is part of the university’s second phase, covering 22 buildings on campus, including 29 classrooms, 20 conference rooms, and a visitor center. DKU set its sights on a number of top global brands. In the end, the Sennheiser TCC 2 ceiling array microphone stood out due to its superior audio technology, open technology path and rich success experience. DKU chose to install a total of 116 TCC 2s so that every space can enjoy the trusted Sennheiser audio quality.

The Sennheiser TCC 2 Solution

DKU offers courses taught by faculty from Duke University in the U.S. as well as other locations around the world. As a result, the university requires each classroom to provide an online learning experience as if it were face-to-face. Audio equipment, in particular, not only needs to be clear in sound quality, stable in transmission, and easy to operate, but it also needs to fit seamlessly into different room types and teaching scenarios.

The TCC 2 utilizes patented Dynamic Beamforming technology, which automatically tracks the position of speakers and switches between speakers in real time, ensuring that their voices are clearly captured. Teachers are able to move around and communicate freely with students while teaching, and the layout of desks and chairs in the classroom can be flexibly adjusted to enhance the classroom experience. According to Sennheiser, the microphone’s built-in 28 broadcast-quality microphone heads make the sound clear and natural, and remote teachers and students can also listen to the speakers clearly as if they were in the room/

In addition to classrooms, schools also place a high value on the design of audio systems in conference rooms. In teleconferencing, the seamless integration of audio and video is very important. In this project, TCC 2 integrates Biamp DSP and Sony PTZ camera tracking to synchronize the monitored speaker’s position to the camera, thus realizing real-time switching of the speaker’s footage, which makes the meeting more realistic, efficient and immersive.

Visitor Center Acoustics

The Visitor Center is another highlight of this project. In order to provide excellent conditions for teachers and students to communicate, display and hold activities and exhibitions, the Visitor Center built by the school has a flexible layout and a bright and spacious space, with an area of 400 square meters and a height of 4.8 meters, in addition to the need for high-quality sound pickup, the site of the local sound reinforcement is also a very high demand. Three TCC 2s were installed in the Visitor Center, whose TruVoicelift acoustic enhancement feature delivers everyone’s speeches clearly to every corner, with natural, full sound quality and no distortion or delay, making for a truly immersive audio experience.

AV-over-IP Integration 

The DKU Phase II project, which took three years to design and deploy and complete, was not only large in scale but complex. The project’s audiovisual system included many types of products including Biamp DSP, Bose loudspeakers and Crestron control systems. Therefore, for the success of the whole project, easy operation process and seamless integration of products of each link are crucial, which is also the main challenge of the project manager.

Wan Li is the chief engineer at DKU and the university’s technical lead for the audio system design. His team adopted an all-digital and fully distributed AV-over-IP architecture for the University. The TCC 2 can be seamlessly integrated into the campus network with all brands of audio equipment via Dante, allowing IT managers to monitor and control the communication, interaction and control of various devices on campus in real time via cell phones, tablets or computers, greatly simplifying workflows.

Sennheiser’s business communication solutions have an open audio/video ecosystem with strong compatibility and can be integrated with different brands of devices and platforms. TCC 2 has been certified by Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Tencent Conference and Nail Conference to meet the preferences and needs of all types of users.

Praise for Sennheiser’s TCC 2

During the implementation of the project, Sennheiser’s technical engineers went to the university several times to carry out on-site investigation and debugging work room-by-room to ensure that the installation position and angle of each TCC 2 could achieve the optimal effect and realize the best voice clarity. This was highly recognized by DKU staff.

“The exceptional quality of the TCC 2 is unquestionable, and the Sennheiser team has been instrumental in the smooth implementation of the project. They provided full technical and training support and helped us make great progress in commissioning and optimizing the system.” Li praised, “In the school’s future development plan, we look forward to continuing to work with Sennheiser to further optimize the performance of the audio/video facilities and continue to enhance the immersive learning and collaborative experience for teachers and students.”

Another version of this article originally appeared on our sister-site Commercial Integrator on April 26, 2024. It has since been updated for My TechDecisions’ audience.

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As a platinum partner, Nureva says it can more broadly introduce its audio conferencing systems that deliver the simplicity and value essential for larger classrooms. Per a statement, the company’s products are increasingly chosen by prestigious higher education institutions throughout the United States. These include Harvard Medical School, Georgetown University, Penn State University, The University of Arizona, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the University of California, Berkeley.

Support for Higher Education

Powered by revolutionary Microphone Mist technology, Nureva adds that its audio systems offer adaptability for both HyFlex and hybrid learning environments, without the cost and complexity of a traditional system. Here, thousands of virtual microphones fill larger classrooms and meeting rooms to pick up voices in every inch of the space, and in-room voice amplification means students will hear clearly — whether they’re in the classroom or participating remotely.

According to Nureva, its products incorporate many features specifically designed to address the needs of higher education technology managers. For instance, it includes autocalibration, which means IT teams can be assured that when rooms are rearranged to accommodate various classes, the audio simply adjusts. Nureva’s camera zones feature for the HDL410 system also keeps hybrid classes engaging by using sound location data to enable automated multi-camera switching in larger classrooms without any additional software or specialized technical expertise.

Nureva at InfoComm

The company states that visitors to InfoComm 2024 can learn more about Nureva’s technology and full product offering at Nureva’s booth (C5664). Additionally, Nureva is a sponsor of the HETMA Higher Education Summit on June 10 and 11, taking place in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center.

“Our collaboration with HETMA marks a pivotal step in our commitment to empowering higher education technology managers and the community as a whole,” says Nancy Knowlton, Nureva’s CEO. “We are excited to support HETMA in its search for products that simplify how IT managers equip their larger classrooms and meeting spaces with the audio performance needed to effectively support remote learning and collaboration.”

Another version of this article originally appeared on our sister-site Commercial Integrator on April 23, 2024. It has since been updated for My TechDecisions’ audience.

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Security Operations Centers (SOC) and Beyond

As businesses focus on business continuity and situational intelligence, IT integrators with a holistic approach are increasingly being asked to extend their expertise beyond the peripheral systems that they are deploying — into the Operation Centers that manage the systems. This natural expansion emphasizes the growing need for a comprehensive approach that combines security, operational functionalities, infrastructure and AV considerations within the enterprise.

C-Level Recognition of Platform Solutions

A significant shift is occurring in the C-Suite with chief information officers (CIOs) recognizing the value of adopting platform solutions over point solutions for visual displays serving core enterprise operations. Enterprises are increasingly seeking integrated platforms that go beyond individual applications, thus providing a unified solution for all visual display needs. This shift reflects a desire for comprehensive solutions that streamline operations and enhance overall efficiency.

Rise of Data Dashboards in Enterprise

The rise of data dashboards in the enterprise is fueled by the growing need for effective metrics measurement and tracking. In this landscape, operational benefits play a crucial role, allowing businesses to manage content on any screen without relying on expensive and unsecure thin client PCs or USB drives, eliminating the need for significant manual intervention in content updates. Users can securely and centrally manage content directly from their web browser, presenting a more efficient and secure approach.

This trend is underpinned by the demand for integrated solutions that seamlessly connect with leading technologies. Notably, these data dashboards fully integrate with key applications like Power BI and Tableau as a single source, ensuring automatic, persistent and secure authentication to dashboards, charts and reports.

The aggregation of multiple charts as a source facilitates the secure distribution of operational data to relevant teams and stakeholders. This not only highlights the importance of technological compatibility but also underscores the broader trend of fostering informed decision-making through streamlined and secure data management.

Software-Defined Solutions versus Hardware Limitations

The paradigm of hardware-based point solutions is becoming obsolete as software solutions gain prominence. The ability of software solutions to seamlessly integrate with various industry-leading technologies provides a level of flexibility and scalability that hardware-based solutions struggle to match. This shift marks a departure from the limitations of hardware-centric approaches to a more agile and interconnected future.

The Significance of 8K Solutions

The advent of 8K solutions adds a new dimension to AV/IT integration. As display resolutions continue to evolve, the demand for higher quality visuals in enterprise environments is driving the adoption of 8K solutions. This shift is not just about increased pixel density; it’s about providing a more immersive and detailed visual experience that enhances collaboration and decision-making processes.

AV Integrators Embracing IT Protocols

On the flip side, AV integrators are gradually embracing IT protocols and solutions designed for the digital age. Software-defined solutions built for IT — standardized over networks — are gaining traction. While the adoption may be slower due to the historical reliance and subsequent familiarity that hardware solutions provide, the industry is witnessing a transformative shift towards embracing more agile and adaptable software-defined solutions.

In conclusion, the convergence of AV/IT is reshaping the landscape of enterprise operations. From organizational restructuring, to the demand for comprehensive platform solutions, and the adoption of software-defined approaches; the trends in AV/IT integration indicate a paradigm shift towards a more interconnected, data-driven and technologically advanced future for businesses.

As the industry continues to evolve, staying abreast of these AV/IT integration trends is imperative for integrators seeking to provide modernized enterprise-class solutions to their clients.

Another version of this article originally appeared on our sister-site Commercial Integrator on March 15, 2024. It has since been updated for My TechDecisions’ audience.

Jamey Miles is VP Channel & Strategic Accounts at Userful.

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“Through Kramer’s intuitive control platform, our Kommander amplifiers can now be implemented seamlessly into a Kramer-based control system,” explains Matteo Barbaro, software product manager at K-array. “This is an exciting step as integrators now have fewer barriers when it comes to integrating our professional audio solutions into a range of spaces, such as corporate, government or education environments.”

“The technical partnership with Kramer follows our trend of being as compatible as possible with all the control system manufacturers,” continues Barbaro. “Our goal is to improve the integration experience whilst eliminating any potential user pain points.”

The announcement of this new partnership is a continuation of K-array’s commitment to software development, following the release of plug-ins for other control platforms including Crestron, Q-SYS, AMX and Control4. According to the company, further software partnership announcements are expected throughout 2024.

“By providing consultants and integrators with all the necessary tools to interact with and manage K-array products, they will be able to work more efficiently, which in turn benefits the end user,” concludes Barbaro. “We’ll continue working to expand the technologies that our products can integrate with and in turn, ensure our solutions are at the front of the minds of integrators when they are specifying on projects.”

Another version of this article originally appeared on our sister-site Commercial Integrator on March 14, 2024. It has since been updated for My TechDecisions’ audience.

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Enhancing Communication within the Classroom

We are very fortunate here at Robinson ISD to have educators who share the same sentiment as I do for the future of our students. One of the biggest steps we took in helping support our staff deliver their hands-on learning experiences, is ensuring their classroom communication is always clear and high quality no matter where they are in the room. Implementing classroom audio systems such as the Lightspeed Redcat in our classrooms have helped give our teachers and students a stronger voice in the classroom. Clear and concise instruction can help students achieve higher learning outcomes because they know exactly what is expected of them. We have virtually eliminated the need for teachers to raise their voice for redirecting unwanted behavior and our classroom transitions have become more fluid through music ques delivered via the Redcat. Students hear their teacher no matter where they are sitting in the classroom, helping eliminate the need to constantly repeat instructions.

Presentation skills are a key part to our students’ success in communication. We have implemented the Lightspeed Sharemike during classroom student presentations, read-alouds and student teaching opportunities. Students can really find their voice and come alive during speaking opportunities when they have a mic. We know that these skills are vital for their future, so let’s give them the space and opportunity now where they can try, fail, learn and grow as much as they need to.

Embracing creativity and utilizing problem solving skills

One of my missions is to inspire the next generation of creators and innovators that are extremely competitive. In Robinson ISD, starting at our lower levels, we provide opportunities for students to stretch their problem solving skills through coding and engineering projects. Opportunities range from utilizing Lego Education as they construct the next generation of habitats to protect against severe weather events, to coding autonomous robots to better understand geometric figures through and programming drones to fly a planned out route of a shape that they are studying.

I am not a fan of the word “limit” and its negative and stifling connotation in education. Our students and teachers need to try new things as that is where true learning and growth starts. As you know, we need to build authentic relationships to ensure student success, allowing students to let their guards down and show their true passions. One of the best uses of technology that we use to do this is through audio and video content creation. We all see it on social media from our students’ personal lives, but we take it a step further and bring this creative expression into the classroom.

Through the use of Adobe Express and its Animate from Audio features, students utilize just their voice to tell us more about their dreams, passions and ambitions through animation. I get it, not all students are the “hey look at me” type when it comes to being on camera, but most just want to be heard. This provides a “you can hear me now” type of self-expression opportunity without the vulnerability that comes with being on camera.

Providing Opportunities for Technology Career Exploration

Growing up, I knew that creating something from nothing was a gift of mine. Storytelling and creativity was deep inside of me and I found that I could utilize these gifts through audio, video and technology applications. The one opportunity that was lacking in my life was real-world application practice.

Within Robinson ISD, I have been very fortunate to give students the opportunities that I did not have. I am able to provide students creative outlets for their digital creations with various audio/video production tools and resources. Utilizing Adobe products, our students produce graphics for our district communication such as Instagram Stories, Reels and Post to inform our community.

Our students help produce our district High School and Pre-K graduations each year using industry standard equipment like the NewTek TC1 Tricaster for live video switching. We use a show control graphics control board by Daktronics to share senior video and other audio/video assets that will be displayed on the field’s video board throughout the ceremony. This same equipment is used in most major sports arenas and collegiate production facilities around the globe. Students are receiving hands-on training with studio quality cameras and audio field recorders. These learning opportunities have been years in the making and we are growing our programs each year to give our students the best possible chance to be competitive in their future careers or fields of study.

I truly feel technology has always been a driving force in the educational world, providing learning opportunities and experiences that mimic and support building skills beyond the classroom. I feel that using it as a transformational vehicle to help personalize learning for our students, is one of its most powerful ways we can harness its potential in the classroom. It is up to us as educators to really dive in and place our students behind the wheel and in the driver’s seat.

Willie Thomas III, Director of Media Integration at Robinson ISD, works with K-12 students, educators, parents and district leaders to enhance the learning opportunities through the integration of instructional technology. Willie has a Master of Science focused in Instructional Technology.

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KAIROS is an IT/IP Platform for live production that gives professionals the ability to deliver rich content for broadcast, large screen displays and live streams. KAIROS adds ST 2110 to its standard baseband and streaming connectivity for input/output flexibility that pairs perfectly with the content creation flexibility of its GPU/CPU processing.  User will see an intuitive layer-based interface, and powerful content creation with a quick learning curve, says NETGEAR.

NETGEAR M4250, M4300, M4350 and M4500 series managed switches are unique in the industry with an AV-oriented interface. Removing all the complex menus filled with arduous IT network jargon, the NETGEAR AV OS provides a AV-friendly, template-based approach to switch configurations, says NETGEAR. This streamlined workflow enables broadcast and Pro AV integrators and installers to dive right into projects with the confidence that all the network settings are correct for their desired workflow. This eliminates the steep learning curve and cumbersome setup normally associated with network switch configurations.

NETGEAR M4350 Series Integrates with Panasonic KAIROS

The M4350 series incorporates this simplicity into enterprise-class hardware with redundant power supplies, Power over Ethernet (PoE), up to 90W per port, ultra-quiet fans and easy setup managed by the NETGEAR Engage Controller. The NETGEAR AV OS contains pre-configured profiles for all major audio, video, and lighting protocols including: AVB, Dante, AES67, NDI4/NDI5, NVX, AMX, Q-SYS, ZeeVee, Aurora Multimedia, Kramer, Atlona, LibAV, Visionary, SDVoE and others. SMPTE ST 2110 is supported on the VSM4320C (copper) and XSM4344C (fiber) M4350 models with 10G to 100G ports and PTP synchronization.

“NETGEAR has pioneered an easy configuration process to help Broadcast Pro AV engineers migrate from legacy workflows to IP workflows with more confidence,” says Tod Musgrave, senior broadcast BDM at NETGEAR. “There is no better platform to prove our interop capabilities than the Panasonic KAIROS system.”

“We are pleased to announce that we have added NETGEAR as our KAIROS alliance partner,” says Kageyuki (Kenny) Fujimoto, lead manager of KAIROS Alliance Partners. “We believe that the user-friendly design of the M4350 series with its template-based configurations will open up new opportunities for SMPTE ST 2110 in the video production market through our collaboration.”

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“In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, the demand for seamless, centralized management across diverse screens has become more crucial than ever,” says Clifford Chen, general manager of the Presentation Group at ViewSonic. “We are excited to increase our collaboration with Crestron, which aims to deliver unparalleled ease of use and efficient solutions. Moreover, the partnership ensures high-security standard control management for our customers.”

Bob Bavolacco, Creston’s director of technology partner programs, says, “ViewSonic’s commitment to innovation and quality AV solutions makes them an ideal partner for us. The integration of ViewSonic’s product into our Crestron Connected program and the Crestron XiO Cloud platform represents a significant advancement for our AV management ecosystem. We are excited to see how this collaboration will transform the management of audiovisual environments in business spaces, enhancing both the user experience and operational efficiency.”

A Complete AV Ecosystem Provided by ViewSonic and Crestron  

To simplify management and increase adaptability, ViewSonic has developed myViewBoard Manager, a web-based management and remote control platform for ViewSonic displays. This partnership enables Crestron’s customers to adopt and manage ViewSonic’s display solutions, such as the features and functionality of the IFP and CDE series, and meeting the diverse requirements of modern work environments. Simultaneously, for ViewSonic customers, this collaboration enhances the utility of their existing IFP62 series and CDE30 series. It enables seamless incorporation into centralized control systems and ensures improved compatibility with various devices from different brands, all supported by Crestron’s platform, says ViewSonic.

Event hosts and presenters can manage their presentation environment using the web-based platform provided by the Crestron XiO Cloud platform or LAN control platform. This includes switching signals/input sources, adjusting image size and audio volume, or broadcasting public messages, particularly beneficial in large forum spaces with multiple displays. Moreover, the adoption of the XiO Cloud remote management feature allows IT administrators to monitor device status from one location, minimizing downtime and streamlining troubleshooting and maintenance processes.

The initial phase of the partnership focuses on integrating ViewSonic’s ViewBoard IFP62 series and CDE30 series, which are widely acclaimed in business environments for facilitating collaborative sessions, says ViewSonic. The company plans to encompass a broader range of its visual solutions in different professional settings to strengthen unified communication capabilities.

Shop and compare the latest products and solutions from Crestron and ViewSonic on our sister-site AV-iQ.

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