Multichannel VU meter
SM Pro Audio
VU8: The VU8 is a multi-channel passive VU meter and headphone monitoring system designed for use as an all-purpose audio level indicator. The VU8 provides simple and immediate multi-channel visual metering. The unit's metering channels are completely passive and allow for peak or average metering configuration. This ensures not only that signals remain clean and unaltered by any possible interference, but that signal levels can be visually represented precisely as intended. A selectable headphone monitor output is also provided for immediate monitoring of any of the available eight channels.
+61 3 9555 8081
www.smproaudio.com
sales@smproaudio.com

Digital wireless headset system
HM Electronics
DX300ES: The DX300ES wireless headset system for live event and remote broadcast production crews supports hands-free, two-way digital communication, with interfacing for two audio channels for external radio or intercom communication. Unique to the industry is HME's new Spectrum Friendly technology, which prevents frequency conflicts by enabling the user to select all or part of the 2.4GHz operating frequency range: low, high or full band. Ideal for frequency-congested markets, the DX300ES is a digital spread spectrum system with no license requirements.
858-535-6060
www.hme.com

Active speakers
Behringer
E1220A, E1520A: These two-way, 400W active speakers feature a proprietary 1" HF driver, long-excursion 12" or 15" woofers and on-board signal processing for ultimate system control and speaker protection. The trapezoidal wood enclosure allows for flexible PA applications including variable stacking and arrays and stand-mounting on 35mm poles. The same design lends itself to floor-monitor use as well. Rear input and control panel features balanced XLR and ¼" inputs, a balanced XLR thru output for connection to multiple active speaker systems or arrays, two-band EQ and speaker input gain setting. Power is provided via a standard IEC ac mains inlet, external fuse and heavy-duty power switch.
877-672-0816
www.behringer.com
support@behringer.de

DVI-D dual link field termination connector
L-com Global Connectivity
DVIDDLFT: The DVIDDLFT field termination connector provides an easy and convenient way to perform field termination of any DVI-D Dual Link cable. Separate connection points are provided for all 24 positions of the connector. The terminal block design with set screws provides reliable electrical connections utilizing no special tools. Additionally the terminal block area is clearly marked making proper termination virtually foolproof.
800-341-5266
www.l-com.com
sales@L-com.com

Upgrades and Updates

Audio Precision has released the AG52 analog generator, a new hardware option for the APx Series of audio analyzers. (www.ap.com)...Middle Atlantic Products has added Building Information Modeling (BIM) 3D models of its racks, cabinets and enclosures to Autodesk's Revit platform. (www.middleatlantic.com)...Audiofile Engineering has released version 1.1 of Fire, its field recording app for the Iphone and Ipod Touch. The app adds varispeed playback, multiple VU meter styles and adjustable input gain. (www.audiofile-engineering.com)