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AV Intelligence

• 5-Minute Interview
  Sanju Khatri, princaple analyst digging deep for facts..
• Tech Tips
  How To Calculate Skew Limits
• Q & A
  Is there an affordable method for processing multiple live video feeds from surveillance cameras onto a videowall without overloading the processor or having to purchase an expensive processor?
• Pop Quiz
  Test your knowledge of Sound Transmission.
• Fascinating Facts About The Lumiere Brothers

Features

• 6 Reasons to use Fiber on Your Next Project
  Although typically more expensive than copper, find out how fiber can often lead to system savings.
• The Future of Video Compression
  MPEG-2, MPEG-4, MPEG-7, and beyond -- the selection of video compression standards just keeps growing. Here's an update on the latest developments in existing and emerging technologies, image quality, and bandwidth.
• Applying Absorption and Diffusion in AV Environments
  Appropriate placement of absorbers, diffusers, and flat surfaces can make a big difference in acoustic design.

Installations

• Corporate Install: AV Keeps Large Company Connected
  Oil refinery installs an automated AV system to broadcast company meetings to employees working in seperate locations.
• Commercial Install: Hotel Takes Sound Approach
  U.K. Hilton uses soundproofing techniques to limit guest complaints and still keep events rolling.
• Rental & Staging Install: AV Enhances Democratic Event
  Systems integrator provides a fail-safe AV system to support a high-profile political meeting.

Products

• AES Products
  A sampling of new products to be featured at the 119th AES Convention, Oct 7-10, in New York.
• New Products
  Pro AV showcases new products in the AV market.

Columns

• What's Next: Capitalizing on Custom Software
  Taking a traditional IT approach to AV system design creates a new profit source for pro AV integrator.
• Parallax View: Gotta Have The Pipes
  Bandwidth and its place in the video signal chain.
• Consultant's Connection: Recognizing Consultants
  Addressing consultants' needs and avoiding competitive practices can help manufacturers increase market share and improve industry relations.