Season’s greetings from AVW…..

Wishing you joy at Christmas and prosperity in the coming year. Thank you for being such an important part of what we do.

We enjoy working with you and wish you the very best during the holiday season and beyond.

Murray Hunt
Managing Director


To all our customers, partners and friends – thank you for all the continued support over the 2024 year – where has this year gone!

Looking forward 2025 looks set to be an even bigger year for the AVW Group with significant investment in business growth, expansion both geographically and market verticals and developing AVW’s specialised technical personnel.

Wishing you all a safe and healthy Christmas break.

Stefan Hunt
Sales & Business Development Manager

 

It’s been a big year for the AVW group and the merger with CBS means we are looking for new team members to help in these sales and sell support roles.

AVW Group Australia will be closed from 5:00 pm on Friday, 20th December and re-open at 8:30 am on Monday, 6th of January 2025.

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Season’s greetings from AVW….

Wishing you joy at Christmas and prosperity in the coming year. Thank you for being such an important part of what we do.

We enjoy working with you and wish you the very best during the holiday season and beyond.

Murray Hunt
Managing Director


Your AVW team in New Zealand sends best wishes and season’s greetings to you and your family. We thank you for honouring and trusting  in us and we look forward to continuing to so in 2025 and beyond.

Lloyd Freeman
Director and General Manager


with the end of the year now in sight, I want to thank you for your support and trust throughout this year. Is has been greatly valued and appreciated. Warmest holiday greetings and best wishes.

Rob Paris
Technical Sales & Project Manager

During this festive season, AVW will be closed from 5:00 pm on Friday, 20th December and re-open at 8:30 am on Monday, 6th of January 2025.

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New Power Expansion Interface Delivers Centralized 12V DC Power Management and More

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We are pleased to introduce the IPL EXP PDU8L. This control system power expansion interface provides centralized 12V DC power management, monitoring, and temperature sensing. It delivers 60 watts across eight individually controllable outputs. The IPL EXP PDU8L is Ethernet enabled and features the ability to monitor power consumption while providing a temperature port and thermistor probe for tracking temperature conditions of any ambient air space or device.

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Key Features

  • Remote power management for AV devices
  • Eight independently switched 12VDC outputs with 60 watts total
  • Remote on/off control of individual DC power outlets
  • Total wattage monitoring
  • Temperature monitoring with included thermistor probe
  • Independent operation using a secure Extron API

It is designed to be used with an IPCP Pro xi Series control processor for secure, encrypted power control of attached devices. It can also operate independently using a secure Extron API, enabling seamless integration for specialized applications or direct control via the built-in web page.

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The IPL EXP PDU8L will be available in February 2024.

Pro 4K USB-C Dock with Video, 10G Data, and Power Now Shipping

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We are pleased to announce that the UCS 601 is now shipping. In the evolving landscape of collaboration spaces, the integration of USB peripherals, including cameras and microphones, has become indispensable for effective meetings. The UCS 601 stands out as a Pro 4K USB-C dock designed with integrator-friendly features for professional applications, adeptly connecting USB-C laptops to HDMI displays, supporting up to three USB devices, and ensuring high data rates of up to USB 10 Gbps.

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The HDMI output is engineered to support resolutions up to 4K, while the USB-C input efficiently handles video/audio, USB data, and even charges the user’s laptop with its integrated 60-watt power supply. Perfectly tailored for platforms such as Teams®, Zoom™, and other UC applications, the UCS 601 4K USB-C Dock is the optimal Pro AV docking solution for environments that require minimal AV hardware yet desire maximum functionality.

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Key Features

  • Connects USB‑C® laptops to AV and USB peripheral devices
  • Single connection for video, USB data, and power for USB-C source devices
  • Supports computer and video resolutions up to 4K/60 @ 4:4:4
  • Provides USB device connections up to USB 10 Gbps
  • Provides up to 60 watts of power to the USB-C source
  • Patented ZipClip® 200 mounting kit included

 

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Join the AVW Family: Launch Your Career in Sales and Service Support

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For a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact us directly via email at: hr@avw.com.au

ISA UV II is every audophile’s dream thanks to the powerful audio system created by VIDEOWORKS

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Be it an exclusive party, listening on one’s own to a piece of music in stereo or watching a film in surround sound, there is no compromising for the owner of the ISA 45m MY UV II, who wants the best of the best of quality and audio power. This was precisely the request made to Videoworks, which, in keeping with its established tradition, responded to these demands in the best possible way. After all, the company’s over 25 years of experience and the installation of hundreds of innovative audio/video, entertainment, IT and lighting & comfort systems on board superyachts sailing all over the world are the best guarantee of its ability to respond to the most demanding requirements of ship owners and shipping companies, and not just by implementing the latest on-board connectivity technologies in the entertainment field.

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ISA UV II IS EVERY AUDIOPHILE’S DREAM THANKS TO THE POWERFUL AUDIO SYSTEM CREATED BY VIDEOWORK

  • The Australian owner, a great music enthusiast, wanted everything on board their ISA 45m MY UV II (acronym for Ultra Violet) to be designed for the full enjoyment of audio and video sources
  • Installation power: 20,000 watts in total
  • Sound system on a par with professional recording studios, with a fully soundproofed room for listening to music without disturbing other guests
  • K-Array Audio system managed by processors with Symetrix’s Dante technology for hifi audio zones
  • Extron processors for surround systems in the main hall and owner’s lounge
  • HDMI 4K over IP 1Gbps video distribution via ZeeVee devices

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Internet connection was also important: the 5G Peplink dual modem and Starlink antenna will allow owner and guests to chat and stream a movie in the middle of the ocean as if they were at home, or hold a video conference as if in the office.

At the heart of it all is the audio/video system, with K-Array speakers (known for its very high quality of sound) mounted throughout all the vessel and powered by a total of 20,000 watts, although they are normally used at about 40 per cent of their power. However, when the situation calls for it, there is a “Party Mode” on the sundeck, an upgrade with an input for the DJ console and an extra output for additional amplified speakers, for further enhancing the sound impact. The “Party Mode” function also makes it possible to select a source and play it in every area of the yacht, both outdoors and indoors, obviously with the possibility of selecting the area and of choosing different sources, and thus having customised music and volumes depending on where they are played.

Everything is controlled from a device (iPhone or iPad), and is managed by audio processors that use Symetrix’s Dante technology for the stereo zones, while Extron products are used where a surround sound processor is required, specifically in the main hall and owner lounge. The enjoyment of HDMI 4K video over IP 1Gbps is guaranteed by ZeeVee devices

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Amplification is fully digital Class D with Powersoft devices; in the owner lounge there is the option to switch, via the control iPad, from surround sound configuration for watching films to hifi stereo for listening to music.

But the really special feature of this installation by Videoworks is the space created between the owner’s suite and the main hall, which resembles a large corridor when the thick soundproof doors are open. But when the doors are closed, it can be readily transformed into an exclusive room, a sort of completely soundproofed safe space for melomaniacs. An independent multimedia room is set up here, where the owner can indulge, in complete privacy and at all hours of the day and night, in listening to their favourite music at the volume that suits them best, without disturbing the other guests on board – all thanks to a top-notch 5.1 surround system, with five speakers and a subwoofer, suitable for a professional recording studio, and without forgetting a large TV screen

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ISA UV II is the Australian owner’s third megayacht and has thus been modelled on their previous experiences. The Yacht along with the 20 underwater lights, at night is brightly lit up in violet, but you can choose any colour by selecting it from the iPad thanks to the ItwModeX app developed by Videoworks. The interiors, designed by Luca Dini, are characterised by a sober style with backlit wall panels, televisions camouflaged as mirrors and textured panel ceilings.

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FROM YACHT TO NIGHTCLUB IN NO TIME

Another aspect increasingly in demand among owners is nightclub-inspired lighting systems, employing extremely flexible solutions in which the same light fixtures can be used for regular and architectural lighting, but make use of RGB technology to turn into party lighting systems. This year Videoworks showed an interactive wall and a ceiling projector at its stand: a discreet presence to be turned on when the owner wishes to create a nightclub scenario.

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Source:https://www.videoworksgroup.com

Ferncast unveils its new and improved fernReport device at IBC 2023.

This next-generation aixtream reporter unit combines flexibility, simplicity, and mobility in a modern and compact design.

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Ferncast, the audio logistics company specializing in 24/7 software solutions, has announced it will unveil the new fernReport for the first time at IBC 2023. The new fernReport is a portable aixtream platform, designed for audio reporting in the field, live sports commentary and also any use case that profits from portable audio codecs with on-device controls and monitoring. It is a compact solution, which combines aixtream software and the new RasPad 3, a portable Raspberry Pi Tablet.

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Users control the new fernReport via the largest touch screen available on such a device: 10-1-inch touch screen. Connectivity includes WiFi, LTE/4G/5G and Ethernet. It is powered by a 5h rechargeable battery and includes up to 128 GB storage. By default, 3 professional headsets (USB) are supported out-of-the-box. Splitters, adapters, and external interfaces enable even more microphones and many different connector types.

The intuitive and user-friendly user interface is highly customizable, allowing every user to create the control interface that suits them best, even mimicking knob and fader control panels for users that prefer the classic experience. On request, UI controls closely matching existing hardware solutions can be enabled for the user. This ensures switching to this new solution is easier than ever before. Ferncast has worked hard to improve responsiveness and feedback of touch screen controls for audio transmission UIs and is confident that these now offer an improved user experience while being future-proof.

With the new fernReport, Ferncast is entering the professional reporter market with a powerful software-based device offering the largest touch screen and all formats compatibility at a highly competitive price compared to the existing premium devices.

Detlef Wiese, CEO and founder of Ferncast, commented this innovation: “We completely rethought how reporters can do their news gathering: a freely configurable UI controlled with touch screen — no knobs, no potentiometers, no faders, everything in the software. The final pricing will be released at IBC. It will be extremely attractive because we were able to avoid so many costs. Users will nonetheless benefit from a modern, high-quality solution, as they are used to with aixtream.”

For customers who desire a one-stop solution, the fernReport will also be available with carrying case and audio hardware included in delivery.

Murray Hunt, Managing Director AVW Group commented that “We at AVW are thrilled to be the exclusive distributors of Ferncast’s groundbreaking fernReport in Australia and New Zealand. This next-gen device is a game-changer for the audio reporting and live sports commentary sectors. Its software-based approach, coupled with state-of-the-art hardware like the RasPad 3, offers unparalleled flexibility and customization.

The fernReport’s robust connectivity options, including WiFi, LTE/4G/5G, and Ethernet, make it an ideal choice for our diverse and often remote landscapes. The device’s 5-hour rechargeable battery and up to 128 GB storage capacity are perfect for the on-the-go professionals who make up a significant portion of our market.

Moreover, the highly customizable UI will allow our clients to tailor their experience to their specific needs, making the transition to this modern solution smoother than ever. We believe that the fernReport will not only meet but exceed the expectations of the Australian and New Zealand markets, offering a high-quality, future-proof solution at a competitive price point.

We look forward to showcasing the fernReport at IBC 2023 and are confident that it will set new standards in the industry.”

You can discover the new fernReport at Ferncast stand 8.F83 (Hall 8) at the IBC2023
Or talk to one of our exclusive distributors AVW Group Australia, Sales@avw.com.au and New Zealand sales@localhost

About Ferncast GmbH:
As an audio logistics company, Ferncast develops software and hardware solutions for audio workflows in broadcasting, and offers services and consulting connected to their extensive expertise. The core product is aixtream, a 24/7 software solution for OTT, DVB, SIP/WebRTC, STL, DAB, FM, Logging, Recording and more, which Ferncast continuously develops and improves. It runs as server appliance, virtual machine, containerized on AWS and other cloud services as well as on hardware like Raspberry Pi. Ferncast also packages aixtream with hardware as Audio Codec Servers. They support their customers every step of the way, both with integration into existing environments as well as realizing completely new system architectures.

Contact :
Virginie DANKER
vd@ferncast.com
Tel. : +491622689389

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