Systems products | ZigBee or not ZigBee? From remote controls to building management, the low-power wireless technology is slowly making inroads in pro AV. Tim Kridel explores ZigBee’s potential as an alternative to wires and Wi-Fi. 26/11/2015
Systems products | AV control tech is key for lecture theatre management As universities employ increasingly sophisticated AV equipment the control vendors are racing to provide solutions that ensure control remains simple and intuitive for teaching staff. Anna Mitchell talks to some of the people making sure universities have high-end solutions and accessible control. 26/11/2015
Projection | Exploring an immersive dome projection environment Fulldome's are immersive dome-based projection environments. No longer just available for large-scale planetariums, fulldome projection systems are increasingly used for immersive temporary installations as well as fixed installations used by visitor attractions, entertainment, simulation and training. 26/11/2015
The best of times amid the worst of times? Pro AV continues to grow even as the global economy flounders. Tim Kridel investigates what’s driving that growth, which sectors and countries are particularly hot and whether US integrators will expand into EMEA. 26/11/2015
Audio | Projection | Dawn after Iceland's darkest day Exton has weathered the largest banking crisis in history to remain Iceland's primary AV integrator and this year celebrates 20 years in business. Anna Mitchell talks to the company's Kristjan Magnusson about a market that matured quickly before feeling the brunt of the 2008 global financial crisis. 26/11/2015
Projection | High-impact visuals for large events It's AV, but not as we know it. Pod Bluman, founder of production company Bluman Associates, talks to Anna Mitchell about being chased by the police, recycling the red carpet from the Harry Potter premier and staging an off-grid gig. 26/11/2015