A tight fit

Video compression is not new. Analogue TV has always used video compression to squeeze pictures of infinite resolution into finite fields and frames by means of discrete picture lines. However, the expanding demand for a wide variety of digital images to be delivered over network connections of differing bandwidths has amplified the need for a multitude of video compression devices, Steve Montgomery writes.

• 27/11/2015

Where Are the OLEDs?

OLED displays have been generating plenty of buzz for the past few years. But as Tim Kridel found out, vendors are generally mum when it comes to discussing pro-size products. Hardly a week goes by without yet another vendor announcing yet another product featuring an Optical Light Emitting Diode (OLED) display, such as high-end mobile phones and laptops. Yet the selection of commercially available OLED displays for pro AV applications is tiny in terms of size and selection.

• 27/11/2015

Peer review - Extron Digital Design Guide

Extron published its Digital Design Guide in the summer as an aid to installers navigating the tricky transition period between analogue and digital video distribution. Chris Fitzsimmons has read it….

• 27/11/2015

Opportunity knocks

Following October’s interview with Helen Goddard, Sascha Riedling of IC Audio got in touch offering to put another side of the story. How could we refuse? Here he gives us a manufacturer’s perspective of EN 54. One of the main worries expressed surrounding EN54 has been the extreme costs of getting products through the certification process. I asked Riedling what his reaction to this was?

• 27/11/2015

A giant rises

Russia’s recent history has seen deep recession, depression and financial crisis. But it’s also witnessed unprecedented growth, extreme wealth and a developing middle class. This economic roller coaster has, for good and for bad, taken the AV industry with it. Anna Mitchell reports.

• 27/11/2015

• Digital Signage |

Pixel powered

There is no doubt that the digital signage market is maturing from its early days in retail and offices to a much wider user-base. As a consequence displays themselves have developed; both in appearance and functionality. Steve Montgomery reports. All of the large display manufacturers have commercial product ranges targeted at high-use, high quality applications as professional applications evolve with a consequent demand for higher specification, and higher value displays.

• 27/11/2015