HDBaseT: Too good to be true?

This new technology for the transport of Hi-Definition (HD) video over copper cable is beginning to gain a foothold in the market. Its intent? To replace HDMI cables prevalent in all HD video equipment. HDBaseT was introduced to the public approximately two and a half years ago and is now incorporated into many manufacturers’ products.   HDBaseT’s claims are much more that just HD video. The marketing term that’s been used is 5Play™. It converges full uncompressed HD video, audio, 100BaseT Ethernet, power over cable and various control signals through a single 100m/328ft CAT5e/6 LAN cable. Learn more from the HDBaseT Alliance.   What’s more is that it turns out this technology is measuring up to its claims. HDBaseT is already in products from several major manufacturers, and it does all this through standard UTP Cat-5e cable at normal 100 meter cabling distances, an exciting advance in technology. Companies such as Extron, Crestron, AMX, Gefen, Kramer and Atlona, all have products using this technology, among a number of other manufacturers.   AVR implements the use of HDBaseT in its products and installations. In AVR’s testing of several recent installations, the technology appears to be much more reliable and consistent in performance, particularly

February 20th, 2012 zero comments AV Resource
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AVR achieves ATP – Cisco TelePresence Video Express

AVR has met all the Authorized Technology Provider program requirements and criteria necessary to earn the designation of Cisco ATP – Cisco TelePresence Video Express Partner. This helps to ensure AVR’s sales and support teams are better prepared to properly sell, design, install and support the ATP program specific technology and products for our clients seeking face-to-face collaboration through Tele-Presence video solutions.

February 20th, 2012 zero comments AV Resource
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AVR ANNOUNCES NEW CERTIFICATIONS

AVR’s team continues to advance their knowledge through education and achieving industry accreditations.
PHOENIX – Three Audio Video Resources employees recently earned A/V industry certifications that further their knowledge and credibility in the industry. Director of Sales, Robert Wengrzyn and Account Manager, Jeffrey Reiss passed their InfoComm Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) exam. AVR now has 21 CTS certified staff, including account managers, directors, engineers, project managers and technicians. With this level of knowledge and industry expertise, AVR is positioned to better serve its clients and provide the guidance needed to make decisions regarding audio visual solutions.
Jeffrey Reiss earned Crestron’s DigitalMedia™ Certified Designer (DMC-D) certification by successfully completing a full-day training and certification exam. Additionally, Design Engineer, Ryan Teal obtained his Polycom Video Solutions Group (VSG) Technical certification.
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February 3rd, 2011 zero comments AV Resource
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Eliminating Audio Distractions in Houses of Worship

Integrators need to be mindful of potential distractions when installing a church audio system March 18, 2011 | by Chuck Wilson We all know many things can go wrong when working with sound at a house of worship.    The church I belong to, like most, doesn’t have a great sound system. We would like to have one, but we’ve chosen to “make do” over the years. One day I asked the senior pastor what his primary goal would be if we could get a new system. He said, “We need something that would cause no distractions.” I was expecting him to mention things like audio quality, ease of use, uniform volume levels at every seat, wireless features and so on. The pastor’s answer surprised me at first, but after thinking it over I realized he was right. As people who work with sound, we focus first on features and technology. On the other hand, pastors often consider aspects that can have a negative impact on a service. I’ve always thought of the church sound operator as a referee at a sporting event. No one notices when the job is done well. That’s the way it should be – no distraction. But

March 21st, 2011 zero comments AV Resource, Houses of Worship, Sound
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