AV in Education: AV Upgrades Educators Can Make Right Now
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   July 19, 2006  |  A Prism Business Media Publication SUBSCRIBE | UNSUBSCRIBE | PREFERENCES
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Table Of Contents
AV Upgrades Educators Can Make Right Now
Kramer Products Direct the Board at Mexico University
Califone Classroom Infrared System Offers Enhanced Sound Distribution
Gefen Introduces Next-generation Analog-to-digital Scaler
Sony Ships "Byte-sized" USB Drive with Up to 4GB Storage Capacity

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AV Upgrades Educators Can Make Right Now
As the lazy days of summer set in, thoughts of school are far behind. But for AV professionals, summer is the prime time for technology and equipment upgrades in schools and universities around the country. As mid-summer approaches, there are still technology upgrades that can be completed in time for the start of the school year. "There are lots of technology options that do not require the planning and budgeting of a large-scale installation," says Theresa Naumann, president of Matrix Ingenuity, a systems integration firm based in Sacramento, Calif. "Summer is a great time to look at smaller AV investments—grant money is coming due and new budgets for the year are approved."

With so many choices, how can AV staff members help their school choose the right tools and technology right now? According to Naumann, there are certain sure-fire upgrades that will make a big impact in the classroom, without blowing apart the AV budget. more>>


In Depth
Kramer Products Direct the Board at Mexico University
On the top floor of a 12-story building overlooking Monterrey, Mexico, where high-powered technology meets high-powered executives, the meeting is flawless. At Tec de Monterrey, one of the most prestigious private universities in Mexico with 34 campuses throughout the country, the board of directors' conference center hosts strategic meetings for executives who want to focus on content, not function. Their need for impressive technology coupled with ease of use spawned the design of an intricate, yet simple system that meeting participants could operate without external technical assistance. more>>

New Products
Califone Classroom Infrared System Offers Enhanced Sound Distribution
Califone International, the San Fernando, Calif.-based manufacturer of high-quality audiovisual technology for academic and professional use, launched a new line of installed presentation systems with the introduction of the Classroom Infrared System. Designed for installation in a variety of educational venues, the Califone Classroom Infrared System provides educators and presenters with significantly increased coverage and improved sound distribution over similar products. more>>

Gefen Introduces Next-generation Analog-to-digital Scaler
The newest scaler to join Gefen's line-up of system integration solutions offers more than a convenient, cost-effective method of integrating analog and digital components in the home or office. The Gefen VGA to DVI Scaler enables image refinements through its onscreen display with adjustments for color, brightness, contrast, sharpness, RGB levels, and tint. Video de-interlacing and digital noise reduction are also included. more>>

Sony Ships "Byte-sized" USB Drive with Up to 4GB Storage Capacity
Sony Electronics has unveiled the "byte-sized" Micro Vault Tiny drive. Measuring roughly 1/2in. wide and just more than 1in. in length, the drive comes in striking designs and colors with storage capacities ranging from 256MB to 4GB.

"In line with our Micro Vault concept, the Tiny is designed to deliver a user-friendly storage solution that appeals to fashion-forward consumers ranging from trend-setting students to style-conscious professionals," says Mike Lucas, director of marketing for Sony Electronics' Media and Application Solutions Division. more>>





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