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iC-Net Display Network
Willow Creek and other worship centers use iC-Net to manage
their flat-panel displays, TVs, and video projectors. Smart iC-Net
controllers network displays through the same CATV system that carries
their in-house video channels. Easy-to-use iC Commander software or the
iC-Web Display Manager add IP-driven setup, control, scheduling, and
presets. Contemporary Research 888.972.2728 - worship.crwww.com
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Houses of Worship Top Story
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Marketing to Churches Requires
Subtlety, Staying Power
There probably are few, if any, AV integrators and
dealers these days who don't realize houses of worship comprise a
tremendous growth market for professional-grade AV systems. From modest
sound systems in small community churches to state-of-the-art concert
sound in 10,000-seat mega-sanctuaries, churches are spending money and
demanding the best.
But how do you market to this growing specialty? Word of mouth plays a
major role in bringing churches and integrators together—possibly
a
greater role than in any other niche. But word of mouth can cut two
ways.
In addition to sharing recommendations for integrators and dealers who
have done great work, church media ministers are increasingly talking
to
each other through a burgeoning online community. Message boards and
discussion forums in settings such as Churchmedia.net, Churchsoundcheck, Prosoundweb, Churchvideovenues, and many more provide plenty of
opportunity for gripes as well as praise to make the rounds. more>>
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As more churches and religious facilities incorporate video into their
services and educational programs, PESA routers are providing them a
cost-effective solution for audio/visual routing, control, and
distribution systems. For more information, go to www.pesa.com.
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 Vista Systems Spyder Enhances
Worship at Christ Chapel
Christ Chapel @ Sportstowne is using a Vista Systems
Spyder 353 to enhance worship services and broadcasts from its new
large, multipurpose home in Macon, Ga.
Christ Chapel recently bought the 116,000-square-foot sports facility
where the Macon Knights arena football team trains. Boasting three
indoor basketball/tennis courts, a roller hockey/volleyball arena, and
an indoor football/soccer field, the facility is used by Christ Chapel
for regular worship services and sports ministries, while remaining
available for city and church sports leagues. more>>
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 ATI Paragon II Production
Console Moves to New Mariners Church
Mariners Church, based in Irvine, Calif., is a
go-ahead, multi-denominational Christian church that places a strong
emphasis on the quality of its church-going experience and selects the
best audio equipment for performance areas. Just more than a year ago,
the technical arts department installed a new ATI Paragon II
production console for FOH mixing in a 2,300-seat worship center. Now,
with the completion of a stunning 3,200-seat auditorium in Mariners
Church's new worship center, the 48-channel, eight stereo-group Paragon
II has been relocated to handle FOH sound for weekend services and
other
high-energy events.
"The Paragon II was the console to buy," states Van Metschke, Mariners
Church's chief audio engineer and primary sound mixer. "We investigated
a lot of analog and digital consoles, and concluded that the ATI
Paragon
offered outstanding sound quality and excellent value for money. I am
looking forward to using the system in our new auditorium, where we
have
a large multi-element line array to cover a dramatically increased
seating area." more>>
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 Canton Ships Redesigned Ergo
Series
Canton has begun shipping its newly redesigned Ergo
series of loudspeakers. The line features completely new drivers and
crossover networks incorporating technological advancements developed
for the recently introduced Vento line, as well as the most significant
improvements in the line's cabinet design in more than 20 years. The
Ergo line includes a trio of three-way floorstanders, three compact
two-way models, a 2 1/2-way center channel, and a dramatically improved
350W powered subwoofer.
"The Ergo line has long represented the most conservative aspects of
Canton's design philosophy," remarks Canton's head designer Frank
Göbl. "This marks the most significant evolution the line has seen
in the past 20 years, incorporating the lessons learned and new
techniques we have developed over the past decade in all aspects of
loudspeaker design. The result is the embodiment of classic Ergo
sensibilities—just better." more>>
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 Super-slim and Highly
Efficient Professional LCD Display Monitors Launched
A highlight for JVC at IBC2005 is the launch of three new professional LCD
TFT monitors—the widescreen (16:9) 40in. monitor, the GM-H40L1G,
and the 4:3-sized 19in. and 17in. monitors, the GD-19L1 and 17L1. JVC
also showed its range of high-definition DT-V monitors and its vast
array of selectable input cards.
Commenting on the IBC launch, Gustav Emrich, product manager at JVC
Professional Europe states, "No longer used only for display purposes,
flat-panel LCD screens now must be versatile enough to integrate with a
wide range of equipment and to be mountable in a variety of positions
and locations, especially where space is limited. Security in public
areas and longevity are also key factors when selecting the right
model.
The new 19in. and 17in. models are ideal for diverse monitoring
applications, and
the 40in. GM-H40L1G LCD monitor is designed to meet the video format
demands and needs of today's professional integrators and installers."
more>>
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 Nexus Audio Systems C-6
Multi-Zone AV Controller Brings Award-Winning Technology to
Installers
Nexus Audio Systems, a leader in audio/video
distribution systems, brings the C-6 multi-zone AV controller's
award-winning technologies to installers. The C-6, which came home from
the recent CEDIA
show
with a RESI Award for "Best A/V Controller/Receiver," supports six
independently operated zones, as well as five audio/video source
components, in addition to a built-in AM/FM tuner module.
"The greatest feature of the C-6 is its 'Phantom Control' technology,"
explains Victor Berry, founder and president of Nexus Audio Systems.
"The C-6 requires no special control wiring by integrating easily onto
the same four wires used to drive the speakers. This makes the C-6 the
perfect choice for any installation. With new or existing construction,
the C-6 provides the greatest flexibility, ease of operation, and
simplicity of installation of any multi-room product on the market
today." more>>
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