 Here at Lambda we custom build systems that meet our client’s space and fit what they are trying to accomplish for the long term. One of our long-time clients, First Presbyterian Church in Salida came to us, asking about a new audio system. Their old system was a set of hanging powered speakers and an over 10 year old soundboard. We wanted to design a system that would be able to provide even coverage, high intelligibility, and was cost effective and able to fit into their budget. Our favorite speaker manufacturer, Danley Sound Labs, recently released some new speaker offerings including the SH-110. The SH-110 is a 2-way, passive loudspeaker with 2 x 8″ low-frequency drivers and a 1.4″ exit high frequency compression driver, all mounted within a single 110° x 60° horn. After building a CAD of the room in Salida and modeling the room in Danley’s software, we chose the SH110 paired with a set of Danley Cubes and subwoofer, the THMini.
 As a student, a teacher, and now an AV professional working in schools, I have used many school AV systems. These systems typically were installed when the schools were built and lasted 15 or more years, untouched and unmaintained, before failing or exhibiting some signs of ending their functional lives. School budgets are tight and can’t be used to refresh a major room audio-visual system every five years. Lasting reliability is how we approached a new AV system in the natatorium for Pine Creek High School in District 20. The primary requirement, and place we started, was audio coverage. First, all speakers needed to be weather-tight with sealed connections for the highly corrosive pool environment. Second, school pool is a highly reverberant and ample open space. The sound echoes a lot, and by the time you add cheering parents, it can be a nightmare to hear what’s going on clearly. To address the clarity issue, we used higher-power speakers to get audio above room noise-level. We added more speakers to ensure each audience area around the pool had direct coverage rather than reflected coverage.
 The new BirdDog Keyboard has arrived! This control is an ideal tool for PTZ camera operators. It is designed with an ergonomic build and large screen displaying up to four cameras at once. The streamlined menu provides direct access to essentials like camera pairing. It easily integrates with any setup you might have and is packed with enhanced features to provide affordable solution for greater control and reliability.
An added feature includes a super-fine control mode. When it's time to fine-tune, just shift the camera joystick into 'fine-tune' mode, increasing the sensitivity of the joystick by 10x, making reframing shots on air more artistic flair than nail-biting scare. We have used BirdDog as a go to for PTZ cameras for years now, and we continue to be impressed by their dependability and control. Looking for a demo? Lambda loves showing off gear and systems! Reach out to [email protected] for a demo.  At Lambda Audio Visual we always want to make sure we spec the right tool for the job. As AV integrators it’s our job to take multiple tools and combine them into one functional, practical system. We love it when we find one great product suited for a specific task. This time that product was the Maxhub IFP or Integrated Flat Panel. This is a unique piece of equipment that we installed in a workspace and will continue to become very popular option for many businesses and collaborative community spaces!
When NAMI or the National Association On Mental Illness was moving into their new space they reached out to us for technical recommendations. They had a double meeting room with collapsible divider in the middle. They wanted this space to be functional for just about every type of meeting. Nami’s needs were a Zoom room, Microsoft teams, a white board, PowerPoint presentations, music, the list goes on and on. "Don't cross the streams. That would be bad." |
 | Lambda AV is in the middle of several large system control installs, so we wanted to let you in on a bit of the process and take a look at some of the gear we are using! We’ll highlight these projects more in-depth next month, but for now, let’s focus on an introduction to Visionary Solutions! Visionary Solutions builds incredible products and is our go-to solution for creating efficient system control solutions. First, let’s look at new models of Visionary Solutions E5100 and D5100 Encoder and Decoder! Now, this is a bit more advanced but could be extremely useful for many of you, so we wanted to be sure to take a moment and explain how these two little devices could bring some amazing changes to your av. |
With the growing demand for casting 4K video, professional AV designers and IT directors can use Visionary Solutions products as an alternative to conventional distribution systems such as video switchers. This can be even more useful if your building already has an existing IP network. Adding these encoders to your network is an elegant solution for distributing video throughout your building or conference rooms. Here’s how it works:
An encoder is easily connected to an AV signal source, such as a computer, through an HDMI cable. This then takes the signal from your computer and converts it to be transmitted over your existing network. This signal is sent through your infrastructure to any selected decoder in the building. The decoder then converts the signal back into an HDMI signal connected directly to a video display. This form of casting video produces visually lossless video. As if that wasn’t incredible enough, it is also easy to set up and control. Your video input can be sent to any decoder installed in your entire building! The signals are easily controlled with their Vision Lite software on a computer. Using this software, you will be able to choose which tv’s receive your video signal, including LED walls. Visionary’s products can be deployed on any industry-standard IP network. They can be used on existing enterprise IP networks or a physically separate private network to offload traffic. It’s that simple!
 | What does this mean for you? It means you can stream live video from your anyone presenting in any room in the building all with the touch of a button! It nearly eliminates the need for complicated, expensive video switchers and makes it easy for one person to use and control. This system even has the option of using the Wallplate encoder. This in-wall box can be easily mounted on a wall, tabletop, lectern, or floor box, enabling visitors to directly plug in their computers. In an instant, your AV team can take that signal and cast it to the main screens or other parts of the building where the presentation needs to be seen. The possibilities of sharing video to any screen you need are almost endless! Once programed for your needs, this system is so simple and extremely cost-effective! Especially if you already have a network in your building. Remember all those frustrating times you were trying to share your speakers’ video in a lobby or an overflow room? Say goodbye to those frustrations! By using your existing IP network, you can cast your video seamlessly, with an inexpensive, and easy to control product! |
We can’t wait to highlight several projects where Visionary solutions has made a big difference in usability, but in the meantime, if you think this sounds like a solution that you could use in your space, we would love to chat with you and answer any questions you might have! You can reach us at [email protected]
ProPresenter is a powerful software tool that benefits individuals and organizations involved in multimedia presentations. One of the advantages of using ProPresenter is its intuitive and user-friendly interface, which allows users to create stunning and dynamic presentations with ease. The software offers a wide range of features, including advanced video and audio playback capabilities, real-time editing, and seamless integration with other multimedia devices. ProPresenter also excels in its ability to handle complex multi-screen setups, making it an ideal choice for large events and productions. Furthermore, ProPresenter's robust media management system enables users to organize and access their files efficiently, ensuring smooth and hassle-free presentations. With its vast array of features and flexibility, ProPresenter allows users to deliver visually engaging and impactful presentations, making it an indispensable tool!
So, how do you begin to access the full power of using ProPresenter? A great place to start, whether you are a beginner or more advanced, is to dive into the free ProPresentor Tutorials! That’s right! ProPresentor offers an entire library of tutorials ranging from beginner basics training to advanced configurations for a pro look!
Ready to take your ProPresentor to the next level? Check out the samples below or follow the link to access the Entire Training Library!
Lambda AV have done just a few projector installs… ;) We’ve even written a few projection articles on choosing the right projector or screen and even the nerdy things about how projection works. We get a lot of questions on projection not just on choosing what projector to use but mounting recommendations for that projector model. Choosing a projector and its various pieces is a bit of an art form, but specifically based on the task it will be used for and the place it will be installed.
At Lambda AV we love to show off our big, beautiful systems with lots of flashing lights and complications but what about the simple, smaller solutions? We love to work on projects that are interesting challenges. Sometimes they are on a low budget, but these will still make a big impact to the organization when we implement them. In this article we are going to dive into three different project solutions and see how we did it.
 | Our last simple solution project was a recent install assist at Focus on the Family for a recording studio acoustic improvement. We have done a number of custom installation designs and installs with acoustic treatment and every time it makes a huge, notable difference in the space. While acoustic treatment can be expensive it can also be the difference between a room where you spend most all your time and tools correcting issues or where you spend the same time and tools on being creative. Acoustics can change a room where it’s physically exhausting or painful to speak or listen into a room that has a comfortable audio range. |
What do you look for while installing acoustics? It’s all about controlling surfaces, absorption, and reflection. On another recent project for Cross and Crown Church we implemented over 140 clouds that blend into the ceiling. The difference was massive making reflected audio sound more natural in the room. In this smaller project FOTF had already purchased acoustic materials but needed professional installation. Due to our knowledge of good practices in hanging and mounting panels, we were able to come up with simple, cost effective and quick options for mounting each panel and staying within room fire code. The result is a great space for future studio productions for FOTF.
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