Features

LED poised for public display takeover

Installations of large LED displays are on the rise as they appear throughout a wider range of business and personal sectors. Steve Montgomery explores why the technology is finding a place in an increasingly diverse range of applications and roles.


Cutting edge - InAVateTV visits The Crystal

InAVateTV talks to Paul Taylor of integration firm Electrosonic about the AV installation at The Crystal - a dual-purpose building commissioned by Siemens to house the largest exhibition on urban sustainability in the world, and its corporate offices.

Museums - What do curators want from the AV community?

Museums and visitor attractions are becoming ever more popular with people of all ages and are one of the largest mass-audience entertainment facilities in the world. Steve Montgomery finds out what curators are looking for when it comes to multimedia support.

AV meets IP: Implications and opportunities

AV devices and services are increasingly using IP networks, while enterprise IT departments are taking over AV responsibilities. Tim Kridel investigates what these trends mean for vendors and integrators.

All or nothing

A project large enough to keep a company busy for a year or more is a rare blessing compared to the stress of trying to continually fill the order books with minor installation jobs.