Features

Switching off for good?

As content distribution shifts online via IP networks, is the end nigh for matrix switchers? Steve Montgomery investigates the likely outcomes.

KVM matrix switches ’“ an essential tool for professional AV integrators

Video switches are perfect for distributing moving and static images, but when integrators need to add interactivity and ensure ultimate reliability and security, only KVM can meet the need. Enno Littmann, managing director of leading KVM manufacturer IHSE, explains why matrix switches are the preferred option.

This is personal

Corporations must deliver a good experience for staff using presentation and collaboration technologies in meeting rooms to keep their workforces happy and productive. Anna Mitchell finds out that the process starts with the user.

Integrator’s guide to diversifying revenue

As hardware margins thin, integrators look to services for new revenue and more profit. Tim Kridel explores opportunities in equipment leasing, content management and broadband – and why everything that glitters isn’t necessarily gold.

Selling to many

The newly-appointed CEO for projector company InFocus, Mark Housley, has bold plans for the company and its recently acquired brand, Jupiter Systems. Nial Anderson speaks with him to find out more.

Standard bearer

After laying the foundations for the MP3 standard Professor Karlheinz Brandenburg continued to revolutionise the field of psychoacoustics and immersive sound. Now he wants to organise your music collection. Anna Mitchell catches up with a true audio industry pioneer.