InAVate, technology - Less space, more power

Less space, more power

Cost and space efficiencies are driving the use of multi-channel power amplifiers in small and large-scale projects. Geny Caloisi reports. Whether we are talking about a boardroom, a restaurant or a massive stadium, saving space and maximising the usage of power are priorities in the world of pro AV audio installs. Phil Sanchez, QSC senior communication … Read More

InAVate, business insight - TV down the tubes

TV down the tubes

When it comes to ways of transporting and sharing media, IP networks are becoming rapidly ubiquitous. To watch video, live or on demand on any device and at any time, IPTV is the favoured solution. Rich video transmission over the internet in this context may include: Live TV, Video On Demand (VOD), digital signage content and Interactive … Read More

InAVate technology insight - Can you hear me clearly?

Can you hear me clearly?

Times have changed in the congress solutions and discussion systems arena. Openness and transparency is the mantra for public meetings. Private meetings also demand remote access and ease of use. Geny Caloisi talks to the lead manufacturers in this industry to find out the latest. Conference systems are used to increase speech intelligibility and clarity. … Read More

InAVate, environments - Objects and stories

Objects and stories

Museums are places were objects and stories converge to introduce visitors to different ways of life, history, art and culture. In the last half century, AV technology has started to play an important role in this environment, providing new ways of engaging with the audience. Geny Caloisi reports. Museums collect, document, preserve and display objects. … Read More

Tools for schools

Tools for schools

The use of a-v in the education market is becoming a must-have feature. There are both opportunities and rewards to be had by providing teachers with new tools so that their students can find lessons more engaging. Geny Caloisi reports on a range of different projects. Follow this link to see the PDF: Tools for schools … Read More

A space to grow and learn a trade

When an outreach programme providing multimedia for young people in deprived areas launched its latest campaign, it equipped a mobile studio with the latest a-v. Geny Caloisi climbed on board. RollingSound is an education and training project aimed at less advantaged youngsters who may have not had the chance to express their creative potential. With a … Read More

AV Magazine, case study octave - Immersive reality

Immersive reality

A former undergraduate IT lab at the University of Salford has made way for the world’s most flexible immersive reality environment. Known as the ‘Octave,’ the octagonal projection space can be reconfigured to many types of industrially familiar systems to assess best fit for emerging applications, and features a video capture system which the group … Read More

Where are the doctors when you need one?

Finding a doctor or specialist could soon be as easy as picking up a phone. telemedicine consultant, Vincenzo Gulla, gives his insights into telehealth.   The idea of telehealth has been around for many years. Telemed­icine generally refers to the use of communications and information technologies for the delivery of clinical care. In this discipline … Read More

Rising from the ashes of the Black Country

An interactive building for creativity and learning is spearheading the regeneration of West Bromwich. The Public, with a series of gallery spaces for the 21st century, is this and much more. Geny Caloisi investigates. Follow this link to see the PDF: Rising from the ashes of the Black Country Sep08