Automotive Giant Stellantis Partners with Genelec to Create Immersive Audio Reference Lab

Stellantis one of the world’s leading automakers, has recently opened its own state-of-the-art Dolby Atmos 9.1.6 qualified immersive audio lab in Bengaluru, powered by Genelec Smart Active Monitors. The new lab, which is unique in India among OEMs, focuses on audio reference, production, and quality assurance and plays a key role in Stellantis’ initiative to define unique audio strategies.

Renkus-Heinz Appoints Exclusive Distributor for the

Chinese Market

Renkus-Heinz has announced a new distribution partnership to strengthen its presence in Northeast Asia. Shanghai You Shi Wei Xin, a leading distributor of professional audio and video products in Shanghai, will serve as the brand’s exclusive distributor, bringing Renkus-Heinz’s entire portfolio of audio solutions to the Chinese market.

Barco’s Customer-First Philosophy Drives Business to

Historical Highs

Gan Ta Loong, Executive Vice President & General Manager at Barco, shared insights on the company’s remarkable performance in Southeast Asia and the broader Asian region during 2022-2023, with SI Asia recently. “Our business revenue reached a historical high for Barco APAC,” he noted. “Several factors contributed to this success. Firstly, our customer-focused approach addresses their pain points. Secondly, the management changes in BARCO SEA/APAC three to four years ago have now yielded significant positive effects, instilling greater confidence among our partners and customers in our team and solutions.”

Union Reaffirms its Faith in Martin Audio

The Union Group, renowned for its Food & Beverage (F&B) establishments in Jakarta, Indonesia, operates various outlets under multiple brands. The group’s namesake, The Union restaurant and bar at Pondok Indah Mall, recently underwent an audio upgrade to enhance its ambience, particularly on weekends when DJs and live bands perform. Martin Audio CDD8 speakers were called to the fore to meet the objectives of the restaurant and bar.

Aurora Appoints Hal Truax as Vice President of Sales and Marketing to Drive Global Growth and Innovation

Aurora Multimedia, an award-winning audio-visual solutions manufacturer, is proud to announce the appointment of industry veteran Hal Truax as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. In this key leadership role, Hal will implement and oversee Aurora’s global initiatives, helping to evangelise integrators and distributors alike, on Aurora’s innovative and disruptive range of products.

Generation AV Reshaping Their Focus

Bensen Ong has joined Generation AV as a Regional Sales Director, responsible for the AV integration brands including LEA, Sonance, and NST Audio. In addition, Generation AV has announced the promotion of Jeremiah Joseph to the position of Technical Manager.

ZeeVee Introduces Enhancement to its ZyPer Management Platform

ZeeVee has released its ZyPer Management Platform (ZMP) 4.0, a robust update featuring the first of its kind visualisation, analysis and monitoring tool, or VAM, that provides a comprehensive overview of an entire AV over IP-based system. VAM provides efficient support and eliminates downtime for integrators and their end-users – resulting in cost-savings. ZMP 4.0 also provides a host of additional performance and security features.

Logitech Launches MeetUp 2, the AI-Driven, Sustainably-Designed Next Generation Video Bar

Logitech has announced MeetUp 2, an AI-powered USB conference camera designed for bring-your-own device (BYOD) and PC-based setups in huddle and small meeting rooms. This next-generation camera is the modern evolution of the iconic Logitech MeetUp, the bestselling conference camera in Logitech history that has sold more than one million units.

Extron Begins Shipping the DMP 44 xi New Compact Audio Matrix Processor

Extron has announced that the DMP 44 xi is now shipping. This Digital Matrix Processor is a compact 4×4 audio mixer featuring digital signal processing with audio signal routing and control. The DMP 44 xi features four-line level inputs and outputs, all offering balanced or unbalanced operation. It offers essential audio DSP tools for mixing, routing, and room optimisation, such as gain, EQ, and compression.

Uniguest Enhances Interactive Digital Signage for Onelan CMS

Uniguest, a global leader in digital engagement technology, announced the release of Onelan 24.2, the latest software update for its popular digital signage software CMS. This update brings significant enhancements, including the addition of Node.js support for BrightSign devices and the introduction of a powerful new API for streamlined content scheduling via third-party applications.

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Systems Integration Asia (SI Asia) is a trade publication dedicated to the professional audiovisual industry, technology managers and end-users in key vertical markets such as education, corporate, hospitality, healthcare, oil & gas and government in the Asia Pacific as well as the Middle East. The fortnightly E-newsletter complements the monthly digital magazine.