Education Technology Exhibition, Demonstration Event, May 2025
In the ever-evolving world of technology, several new products have been unveiled, promising to revolutionize industries such as broadcasting, printing, and education. Here's a roundup of some significant releases:
1. **Riedel DSP-1216HL SmartPanel**: This multifunctional interface is a space-saving solution for broadcast, live event production, theaters, OB vans, and sports venues. Leveraging apps to adapt its functionality to workflows, the DSP-1216HL offers high channel counts with flexible routing and local DSP control on a smart panel interface.
2. **Magewell USB Capture SDI 4K Pro**: This device captures SDI signals up to 4096x2160 at 60fps with 4:2:2 chroma fidelity via USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface. It requires minimal CPU usage and no external power source, making it an ideal choice for live streaming, broadcasting, and recording workflows. The Magewell USB Capture SDI 4K Pro can capture 2-channels of embedded audio or analog audio, and embedded audio can be extracted and output via the 3.5mm Line Out interface.
3. **Roland DGA VersaOBJECT MO-180**: While not directly specified in the context provided, the Roland VersaOBJECT MO-180 is a professional 3D scanner/device for creating 3D models with high accuracy for industrial and creative uses.
4. **Daktronics Live Switch**: Known for large-scale LED display technology and venue solutions, the Daktronics Live Switch likely supports switching for live event video feeds and integrates with LED boards and show control systems. It offers camera feed switching, video clip playback, and instant replay capabilities, making it suitable for high school-level productions.
5. **RTS NOMAD Wireless Intercom**: This wireless intercom system is designed for professional production environments, offering secure wireless communication, multiple user channels, and integration with wired intercom systems.
6. **Sonnet Solo5G USB-C to 5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter**: This compact, fanless device provides 5GbE connectivity via common Cat 5e (or better) copper cabling at distances of up to 100 meters, making it an excellent choice for high-speed networking for laptops and PCs in media production, live streaming, and data transfer scenarios requiring reliable low-latency connectivity.
7. **Vernier Connections powered by Penda**: This collaboration or technology platform likely integrates Vernier's sensors, data-collection tools, and investigations with Penda Learning's interactive science activities, aiming to strengthen hands-on and digital science instruction in educational settings.
8. **Extron NAV D 121**: This Digital Audio Partyline interface supports digital intercom connectivity, with Dante audio networking support for AV communications. It receives visually lossless video, audio, and control over 1 Gbps IP networks, utilizing the Extron-patented PURE3 codec for high-quality video at resolutions up to 4K/60 with 4:4:4 chroma sampling and ultra-low latency.
The May 2025 Edtech Show & Tell will feature these new products for education, showcasing their potential to transform learning experiences. For more specific technical data or user manuals, it's recommended to consult the manufacturers' websites or product datasheets directly.
Digital learning in schools is set to become more interactive with the release of the Vernier Connections powered by Penda, a collaboration platform that integrates science activities and data collection tools. This technology promises stronger hands-on and digital science instruction in educational settings.
The RTS NOMAD Wireless Intercom is another product designed for professional production environments, offering secure wireless communication that could be valuable for student-led productions in a school setting.
In the field of STEM education, the Extron NAV D 121 Digital Audio Partyline interface could be significant, with its support for digital intercom connectivity and Dante audio networking for AV communications.
The May 2025 Edtech Show & Tell will showcase how these new products, including the Sonnet Solo5G USB-C to 5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter, could revolutionize data-and-cloud-computing in educational institutions, transforming learning experiences for students.
