by Kyle Glass | Aug 29, 2024 | Leon Speakers, News
Leon’s sophisticated Studio Frame has been updated to fit Sony’s BRAVIA 7 mini-LED TV line and features onboard IR, two additional sizes, and updates to the exclusive Sony Art Gallery App.
[Ann Arbor, MI] – August 27, 2024—Leon Speakers is excited to announce the debut of the Studio Frame for Sony BRAVIA 7 at this year’s CEDIA Expo 2024. Building upon the success of the Studio Frame for Sony BRAVIA XR, this updated version introduces two new additional sizes and several enhanced features. Attendees can explore this cutting-edge product at Leon’s Booth #3916 and Sony’s Booth #3333.
Like its predecessor, the Leon Studio Frame for Sony BRAVIA 7 is meticulously crafted to elevate the ultra-HD display of the Sony BRAVIA 7 into a sophisticated work of art. With new 55” and 85” options added to Studio Frame’s existing 65” and 75” sizes, added artwork options on the exclusive Sony Art Gallery TV app, and a convenient new on-board IR receiver, this groundbreaking new solution is the perfect complement to Sony’s popular mini-LED configuration. With four stylish finishes to choose from, the Studio Frame enhances both the aesthetics and functionality of your TV experience.
“We are so excited to preview the Studio Frames’ additional sizes and features at this year’s CEDIA Expo,” said Leon founder & president Noah Kaplan.“This solution represents a significant advancement in the intersection of technology and design for Leon, Sony, and the industry at large.”
Compared to previous models and other industry offerings, the Studio Frame for Sony BRAVIA 7 features several exclusive features and advancements:
Premium Design: Exclusively tailored for the Sony BRAVIA 7 mini-LED display, this frame offers an elegant, finished look that transforms your TV into a sophisticated work of art.
Updated for BRAVIA 7: Designed for the latest Sony BRAVIA 7 mini-LED TV line, with an added onboard IR receiver, updates to the exclusive Sony Art Gallery App, and cam-lock mitered corners for enhanced stability.
Industry-Leading Fit: The only frame offered in collaboration with Sony to perfectly fit the Sony BRAVIA 7 experience, providing a complete package of designer frame, built-in sensor technology, end-user customization options, and coordinated audio.
Enhanced Art Integration: Available exclusively with the Studio Frame, the updated Sony Art Frame Gallery app allows users to select display art from a newly expanded collection, or upload their own—selecting from a range of digital mat settings to match. Built-in motion-and-light sensors can automatically shift the TV into product-exclusive stand-by or display modes to provide an elevated, personalized experience.
Added Versatility: Expanding upon Studio Frame’s initial 65” and 75” size options, the new Studio Frame for BRAVIA 7 is available in additional 55” and 85” sizes, ensuring the perfect fit for a wide range of installations.
Perfectly Matched Audio: Leon’s award-winning FrameBar 44UX soundbar is available to perfectly match the width, finish, and ultra-thin depth of any Studio Frame for BRAVIA 7.
Comprehensive Package: The Studio Frame for Sony BRAVIA 7 requires only minimal components to install—making setup a breeze.
See it for the first time at CEDIA Expo 2024
Leon’s Studio Frame for Sony BRAVIA 7 will debut at CEDIA 2024 at Leon’s Booth #3916 and Sony’s Booth #3333. Pre-ordering will begin following the show. For updates and additional information, visit www.leonspeakers.com.
About Leon Speakers
Leon brings a creative approach to the AV industry by designing and manufacturing customizable speakers and technology concealment solutions that enhance the sound and style of any space. For over 25 years, they have been a leader in the conversation on merging design with technology, creating innovative products that serve both the Residential and Commercial markets. Learn more on their website.
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by Kyle Glass | Aug 29, 2024 | Kordz, News
As seasoned former integrators, Kordz’ connectivity experts understand the importance of high-quality cabling in today’s systems performance alongside the pain points, making it their mission to design, engineer and create professional-grade cabling and explain how to identify it.
August 23, 2024 – Kordz, a leader in the design and manufacturing of premium connectivity solutions, will showcase the attributes of high-quality cabling at CEDIA Expo 2024, Booth #3823. With a team of seasoned former integrators, Kordz has made it their mission to address and solve the most frustrating challenges faced by professionals in the AV industry. Through a meticulous process they call “Kordzifying”, the company brings to market cabling and connectivity solutions that prioritize advanced design, quality materials, and superior manufacturing for faster, easier, more reliable, and profitable installations.
Attendees of CEDIA Expo 2024 will have the opportunity to experience these differentiators firsthand and learn how they can elevate system performance from merely adequate to truly exceptional. With a strong emphasis on future-ready engineering, Kordz ensures their products not only meet but exceed the latest performance specifications, increasing the longevity and reliability of installations.
At Kordz’ CEDIA Expo exhibit, visitors can delve into the construction of Kordz products, where they will see the extreme attention to detail that goes into products designed to enhance the durability and functionality of AV systems and foundational high-speed Ethernet networks. By competing in Kordz’ popular Termination Challenge, attendees can feel the impact of specially constructed cables and connectors on the ease and speed of installation. At the Trinnov Audio Booth #2983, systems integrators can also witness the exceptional performance of Kordz HDMI and speaker cabling in a high-end home theater demonstration.
“Cabling is the unsung hero of modern living that enables our emails to fly across the globe and our entertainment systems to excel. Yet, here’s the thing: not all cables are created equal,” says James Chen, Kordz managing director. “Inside each cable, a whole world of construction, materials, engineering, and production methodologies comes into play. It’s therefore vital that integrators choose wisely, and we’re here to help them identify the components of high-quality cabling that will make their projects easier, long-lasting and ultimately more profitable.”
Kordz’s experts will be on hand at Booth #3823 to discuss with systems integrators the importance of high-quality cabling and offer tailored recommendations for new and existing projects. Additionally, systems integrators can go to https://www.kordz.com/articles/seven-little-known-signs-of-quality-category-cable/ to learn more about the characteristics of high-quality cable.
Among the innovations on display by Kordz at CEDIA Expo will be the multi-award-winning SlimCat line of networking cables and connectors, which reflect Kordz’s commitment to staying ahead of the technological curve. These game-changing products deliver all the power of regular Cat 6 and Cat 6A cable in half the size and go where other cables can’t. The PRO SlimCat Cat6 and PRS SlimCat6A cable, together with matching SlimCat connectors and sockets, offer space-saving advantages in dense rack installations, and support PoE++ at 100W and data rates of 1Gbps signals up to 165 feet and 10Gbps up to 165 feet, respectively.
Where to See Kordz at CEDIA Expo 2024
CEDIA Expo attendees can see Kordz’ range of high-quality cabling solutions and speak with its connectivity experts at Booth #3823 to discover more about the products and how to become a dealer. To learn more about Kordz’ extensive line of professional-grade cabling, please visit futurereadysolutions.com or kordz.com.
About Kordz
Kordz is the connectivity brand for integrators, by integrators. A multi-award-winning global industry leader in professional-grade connectivity products, Kordz’ team of seasoned former integrators is on a mission to ‘Kordzify’ and optimise technology for professionals by designing, engineering and manufacturing products that deliver ease and profitability through a seamless installation experience with high performance results that today’s tech-savvy end-users expect. With a wide range of robust, fast and effective solutions backed by expert technical support, Kordz helps integrators around the world meet the evolving cabling requirements of a diverse range of residential and commercial environments. For more information about Kordz, please visit kordz.com and follow the company @kordzglobal on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
Media Contact
For interviews, reviews, and more information please contact Katye (McGregor) Bennett of KMB Communications at (425) 328-8640 or [email protected]
by Kyle Glass | Aug 29, 2024 | News, Quantum Media
A number of key differentiators define Quantum’s groundbreaking residential video wall, including DCI compliance, design versatility, technological innovations, and more.
Denver, Colorado (August 23, 2024) — Quantum Media Systems, a leader in studio-grade digital cinema technology, proudly announces the launch of its latest innovation, the XDR Pro Cinema Video Wall. This groundbreaking product is custom designed, engineered, and calibrated to meet the precise viewing requirements and environmental conditions of luxury home settings, offering a transformative cinematic experience for discerning homeowners.
“We’ve applied what we’ve learned through years of collaboration with Hollywood producers, directors and cinematographers to a completely new type of imaging solution, designed and engineered to reproduce content just as the creators intended and easily integrated into home environments,” says Quantum Media Systems owner Ken Hoffman. “One-of-a-kind in its performance features and design innovations, our custom XDR Pro Cinema Video Wall delivers an equally remarkable and impressive entertainment experience.”
Purpose-Built for Luxury Homes
As LED Video Walls gain popularity in residential environments, integrators increasingly demand solutions tailored to the unique requirements of high-end homes. Unlike most offerings adapted from digital signage, the XDR Pro Cinema Video Wall is specifically designed for residential use, addressing the unique challenges and demands of luxury living spaces. Its immersive image display technology, combined with fine-pitch LED and high-performance image processing, delivers sharp detail, vibrant colors, and an HDR experience unmatched in the residential market.
A New Era of Home Cinema Technology
The XDR Pro Cinema Video Wall is equipped with advanced technologies such as HDMI 2.1, a 120Hz refresh rate, 100% coverage of the P3 color space, and up to 8K resolution. This highly versatile large-scale LED display can produce exceptionally realistic, bright, and detailed images, making it the ideal centerpiece for any high-end home cinema. Whether displaying first-run movies from the exclusive Bel Air Circuit Movie Distribution Process or content from various AV sources, the XDR Pro Cinema Video Wall automatically adjusts its viewing surface to the most appropriate format based on the selected content, including 2.39:1 Cinemascope, 2.0:1, 1.85:1, or 16:9 4K HD.
DCI-Listed for Unparalleled Performance
The XDR Pro Cinema Video Wall’s Digital Cinema Initiative (DCI) listing is a significant differentiator, ensuring it meets the highest standards of professional cinema quality. This includes customization in pixel pitches ranging from 0.9mm to 2.5mm, enhanced resolution capabilities of 4K, 6K, and 8K, and full support of High Dynamic Range (HDR) technologies. The result is a stunning display with sharp, defined detail, a vibrant color spectrum, and a wide contrast ratio featuring deep blacks and peak white levels.
Advantages Over Traditional Projection Systems
The XDR Pro Cinema Video Wall provides significant benefits over traditional two-piece projection systems. It saves valuable space by eliminating the need for a projector, preserving the room’s design aesthetic, and allowing for more flexible seating arrangements. With only four inches of total build-out depth, the XDR Pro Cinema Video Wall conserves space typically used for speakers behind a projection screen. Additionally, it offers complete image uniformity, including brightness, focus, and convergence, far surpassing the capabilities of traditional projector and screen applications.
Engineered for Excellence
Quantum Media Systems sources its diodes, chips, and processors directly from component manufacturers, ensuring the XDR Pro Cinema Video Wall delivers the best performance and images from any source, whether Blu-ray, Kaleidescape, or streaming. Beyond its exceptional performance, Quantum Media Systems offers an entire ecosystem designed to help integration partners create a visual experience that goes beyond what is commercially available today. This includes consultation on content playback, Crestron modules for seamless integration, on-site custom installation, and certified image calibration.
A Legacy of Innovation
Quantum Media Systems, owned by Ken Hoffman and Cesar Guerrero, brings more than 20 years of experience designing, engineering, and facilitating studio-grade digital cinema technology for professional screening rooms, commercial theaters, and private cinemas. Traditionally focused on two-piece projection systems, over the past five years Quantum Media Systems has shifted its attention to developing and integrating Fine Pitch LED walls leading to the creation of the XDR Pro Cinema Video Wall.
Where to See Quantum Media Systems at CEDIA Expo 2024
CEDIA Expo attendees can see the XDR Pro Cinema Video Wall from Quantum Media Systems at several locations: Booth #4121, Booth #2543, and Room #207 for a complete demonstration of the video wall’s state-of-the-art features and capabilities.
About Quantum Media Systems
Quantum Media Systems specializes in creating incredible image displays and has significantly contributed to the early development of 4K, High Dynamic Range, and now 8K and 16K image enhancement technologies. QMS has more than 20 years of experience in designing, engineering, and facilitating Studio-Grade Digital Cinema Technology in Professional Screening Rooms, Commercial Theaters, Super Yacht Salons, and Private Residential Environments. For more information visit www.quantummediasystems.com
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Katye (McGregor) Bennett, KMB Communications, (425) 328-8640, [email protected]
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by Kyle Glass | Aug 29, 2024 | News, RoseWater Energy
Common misconceptions about the complexities of installing whole-house power management systems are addressed by RoseWater Energy at CEDIA Expo 2024.
PLANTATION, FL – August 23, 2024 – Power management is one of the fastest-growing categories in the systems integration industry, yet misconceptions and uncertainties prevail. Notions that systems are too complex and difficult to install are among the most prevalent and may prevent integration firms from folding power management into their offerings. RoseWater Energy wants to put an end to the confusion by demonstrating to CEDIA Expo 2024 attendees the simple, streamlined nature of its system delivery and commissioning—a unique approach that gives systems integrators the confidence to pursue and succeed in a very lucrative product segment.
“We have led this category by offering an unmatched level of white glove service to systems integrators,” affirms RoseWater Energy VP of sales David Laikind. “We deliver our Energy Hubs directly to the jobsite, bring the manpower and equipment required to lift and carry the Hub exactly where it needs to go, work with contractors and electricians to ensure proper installation, and remove and dispose of all the packaging. This takes a huge load—literally and figuratively—off systems integrators, saving their backs, valuable resources, and time to focus on other aspects of the job.”
RoseWater Energy offers its white-glove delivery and commissioning service as encouragement for systems integrators. “With help from RoseWater, they are able to successfully navigate the challenges with less risk in a category that may be new and uncharted,” Laikind continues.
Revenue Building Potential
With comprehensive service and support from an experienced, well-established manufacturer of power quality solutions like RoseWater Energy, power management can be the most profitable parts of a systems integration business. Systems integrators can easily scale dollars per job, as just one sale of a whole-house power management system adds significant revenue—without the allocation of additional resources. Moreover, once a RoseWater Energy system is up and running, service calls for ill-performing or damaged products caused by electrical disturbances are significantly reduced.
Where to See RoseWater Energy at CEDIA Expo 2024
CEDIA Expo 2024 attendees can see RoseWater Energy’s advanced, whole-house power management systems at Booth #3905. To learn more about the high-growth power management category, systems integrators can attend educational courses presented by RoseWater Energy’s Joe Piccirilli in Room Mile High 3B. For more information about RoseWater Energy and its revolutionary Energy Hubs, visit https://rosewaterenergy.com/
About RoseWater Energy
RoseWater Energy understands that Power is the Foundation® for any smart home. The company designs and manufactures a complete solution providing both power conditioning and consistent energy, as well as surge and lightning protection for the main power source, solar input, and large-scale standby power, along with analytics and remote monitoring in a redundant industrial-grade system made for high-end residences and commercial environments.
Committed to building Simply the Best® energy management system on the market, RoseWater Energy HUBs work 24/7 and are always providing clean power in any situation – including during normal grid operation as well as grid spikes, surges, brownouts, or power outages. RoseWater HUBs are built with full power conditioning functionality and zero-transfer-times between power sources. These unique features enable technology integration professionals to reduce or eliminate a plethora of unnecessary and expensive client service calls due to power issues and instead, provide peace of mind. White-glove delivery and commissioning ensure a successful outcome. RoseWater will work with authorized integration firms to help design, build, integrate, and manage a custom Power Plan™ specific to the needs of each project. For more details visit www.rosewaterenergy.com.
RoseWater Energy Media Contact
For interviews, reviews, and more information please contact Katye McGregor Bennett of KMB Communications at (425) 328-8640 or [email protected].
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by Kyle Glass | Aug 29, 2024 | News, Wall-Smart
Featuring Ethernet adapters, WALL-SMART flush mounts for Apple’s latest 11- and 13-inch iPad Pro and iPad Air models integrate seamlessly with wall surfaces and home networks.
August 23, 2024 – WALL-SMART, a leading provider of innovative mounting solutions, is proud to unveil its latest flush mounts designed specifically for Apple’s newest generation of iPads at CEDIA Expo 2024, Booth #4105. These mounts are crafted to seamlessly integrate Apple’s latest 11- and 13-inch iPad Pro and iPad Air models into modern smart homes and commercial spaces, offering unparalleled convenience and performance. For the first time, WALL-SMART offers an optional Ethernet adapter on both new and legacy iPad mounts, ensuring robust network connectivity and enabling systems integrators to effortlessly incorporate iPads into home control ecosystems.
Recessed flush with the wall surface and powered by the advanced M4 chip, these newly released iPad models set a new standard in design and functionality. Versatile, powerful, and design-friendly, now able to be located conveniently within the wall, the 11- and 13-inch iPad Pro and iPad Air are ideal interfaces for home control and automation systems. In addition to an Ethernet adapter, WALL-SMART includes a built-in USB adapter for convenient charging.
Where to See WALL-SMART Custom Flush Mounts at CEDIA Expo 2024
Attendees of CEDIA Expo 2024 are invited to visit Booth #4105 to experience these new mounts firsthand and learn more about how WALL-SMART continues to push the boundaries of technology integration. For more information about WALL-SMART, its growing list of manufacturer partnerships and products, and to view installation videos, go to wall-smart.com.
About WALL-SMART Ltd.
WALL-SMART is the leading designer and manufacturer of custom flush ceiling and wall mounts for smart home devices, including tablets, touchscreens, Wi-Fi access points, security cameras, voice assistants, and more. Dedicated to providing cutting-edge concealment solutions for technology in new and existing homes, WALL-SMART inspires homes that are both technologically advanced and exceptionally beautiful. A wide range of products, combined with simple installation, and fast, hassle-free worldwide shipping, poises WALL-SMART as a valuable smart home resource for home systems integrators, home builders and contractors, architects, and designers.
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For interviews, reviews, or more information, please contact Katye (McGregor) Bennett of KMB Communications by phoning (425) 328-8640 or emailing [email protected].
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