Sound and Communications - July 2008 Issue

COMPILED BY DAN FERRISIAll specifications supplied by manufacturers and/or distributors.Nady Systems’ HM-20U ElectretCondenser Headset MicRadia Pro’sPro-32 High-PerformanceSpeakerLeviton’s Velcro Brand FastenersMartin Audio’s W8VDQ Compact, 3-Way SystemKlein+Hummel’sSlim SpeakersKlein+Hummel’s CLS-FX seriesslim speaker for use with flatpanel displays offers a built-instereo amp with integrated processingfor speaker tuning anda virtual bass effect, making thespeaker sound larger than it is.Available in 2" and 3" driver sizes,the CLS produces a low apparentfrequency response. Because thisspeaker has a line array configuration,the sound can either becontained in front of the displaywith the speaker in a horizontalposition or it can be spread out toa wide area with the speaker in avertical position. The virtual bassillusion is contained within thecoverage pattern of the speaker,providing low frequency controlwhen used in noise-sensitive areassuch as retail shops or hotelsuites.Klein+Hummelc/o Sennheiser Electronic Corp.(860) 434-9190www.sennheiserusa.comHitachi SoftwareEngineering’s SoftwareHitachi Software EngineeringAmerica’s StarBoard Viewer softwarefor interactive whiteboardsand panels allows users to openany file formatted with StarBoardsoftware and to make edits andsave work, even when disconnectedfrom StarBoard presentationproducts. Changes can besaved for later use on interactivewhiteboard panels and tablets.StarBoard Viewer allows users toview, modify and save StarBoardSoftware files on any computerand present the material using anybrand of interactive whiteboard.The software is an open licenseapplication with features similarto Hitachi’s StarBoard 3.0 LightEdition. It offers core interactivewhiteboard tools, including virtualwhiteboard space, digital inks, theability to manipulate objects andthe StarBoard toolbar.Hitachi Software EngineeringAmerica(650) 615-7600www.hitachi-soft.comLeviton’s Velcro FastenersLeviton Network Solutions offersan expanded line of Velcro BrandFasteners for cable management,including Bulk Rolls, CompressionStraps, Soft-Cinch Rolls and Bulk-Packaged Wraps. They secure andorganize copper and fiber cables,and are usable for all low-voltagemultimedia systems. The reusablesolution safely secures cableswithout kinking or crimping andfacilitates quick moves, adds andchanges. All are available in black,blue, orange and yellow. VelcroWraps in bulk rolls and Tie Wrapsin 3 standard lengths are availablewith plenum rating indicated by thecolor maroon.Leviton Network Solutions(800) 824.3005www.leviton.comNady Systems’ Headset MicNady Systems’ HM-20U miniatureuni-directional electret condenserheadset mic boasts small sizeand lightweight design, making itsuitable for singing and speakingapplications even in noisy environments.Offers a warm, full-rangeresponse and maximum feedbackrejection. A full frequency mic, theHM-20U has a durable, thin metalframe that can be molded to anyuser. Its ergonomic design andcomfortable fit allow it to be usedwith or without glasses, hats orheadphones. Features: a 5x8mmcapsule for lightweight comfort; 2sizes of foam windscreen; extendablefully adjustable boom 100° foroptimum mic capsule placement.Available with mini-XLR, 3.5mmphono plug (fits most standardwireless bodypack transmitters) orwith standard XLR adapter for allwired and wireless applications.Nady Systems(510) 652-2411www.nady.comMartin Audio’s 3-Way SystemMartin Audio’s W8VDQ compact,3-way system combines line arrayand differential dispersiontechnologies to provide a solutionfor even coverage over wideangles and throw distances. Thesystem provides a short-throwhorizontal dispersion of 120°,narrowing to 100° as the throwincreases. The vertical differentialdirectivity (VDQ) creates progressivelymore HF output as throwdistance increases. The resultingdispersion pattern is suited tocovering audiences located on flator gradually sloping surfaces. Forpassive or bi-amp operation, andcombining a Hybrid quad 8in LFand MF configuration with quad1in HF—all horn-loaded—thesystem achieves a maximum SPLof 131dB (continuous) and 137dB(peak). The W8VDQ is compatiblewith WMX, WS18X and WS218Xsubwoofers.70 Sound & CommunicationsFor more information about these companies, go to www.bluebookonline.net www.soundandcommunications.com