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Articles July-August 2024

Micro-LEDs: Revolutionizing the Future of Display Technology

Join industry leaders Abdul Waheed (EYTE Technologies), Gangasagar Amula (Absen India), Su Piow Ko (AET Displays), Vineet Mahajan (Unilumin India), and Sanket Rambhia (Xtreme Media). Stay ahead of the curve by diving into the advancements driving the next generation of visual experiences watching experts discuss how Micro-LEDs are set to transform the display industry offering unprecedented innovation and fresh perspectives. read more

Xtreme Media Unveils India's Largest Floating LED Display in Ayodhya

Marking a historic moment in Ayodhya, Xtreme Media has set a new benchmark by installing India's largest outdoor floating LED display . Illuminating the city during a grand cultural event, showcasing vibrant visuals on the Sarayu River, the display stands as a symbol of innovation, blending tradition with modern technology to create an unforgettable visual spectacle. read more

Harnessing Brightness: Guest Column with Sanket Rambhia.

In a guest column by Sanket Rambhia , Director of Xtreme Media Pvt. Ltd. , he emphasizes the crucial role of brightness in outdoor LED displays. Rambhia discusses the challenges, pros and cons of innovation in the ever evolving industry, showcasing how modern LED technology is advancing both performance and sustainability. read more

The Future of Large Venue Projectors

Explore how cutting-edge projectors are revolutionizing the AV landscape by elevating image quality and storytelling. In this feature, AV-ICN Expo Magazine highlights the latest innovations designed to create immersive experiences in large venues and edutainment spaces, ensuring audiences are captivated like never before. read more

SoundTube Transforms H.T. Parekh Legacy Centre with Audio and AV Solutions

H. T. Parekh Legacy Centre integrates the venue with best-in-class audio and pro AV solutions by SoundTube. read more

11 Questions with James Berry

James Berry, Managing Director - APAC at Diversified, shares his career journey and insights into the company's strategic role in the AV integration market. Discussing key AV segments, talent challenges, standout projects, and the global capability center in Bangalore, he emphasizes the company's commitment to delivering exceptional AV solutions. read more

IRDAI Auditorium Transformed with Cutting-Edge AV Solutions

Wesco Anixter and RKJ Electric have enhanced the IRDAI Auditorium in Hyderabad with state-of-the-art AV solutions, delivering an immersive visual and audio experience. The installation aligns with Chairman Debasish Panda's vision of a modern, functional space, showcasing a significant upgrade in the auditorium's capabilities. read more

Record-Breaking Success at AV-ICN Expo 2024

The AV-ICN Expo 2024, held from May 30 to June 1 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, was a resounding success setting new records with 25,510 unique attendees and 38,636 total visitors. The event showcased the latest Pro AV solutions across 30,000 square meters, highlighting the booming demand for audiovisual technologies in India. read more

Articles May - June 2024

A Rendezvous with AV Professionals

Exploring AV Trends and Technologies at India's 3rd AV-ICN Expo Conference Programme 2024. read more

AV Installations: Glimpses

A Glimpse at Select AV Installations by Renowned AV Systems Integrators & Brands. read more

AV-ICN Expo Recognises Top Systems Integrators in India

In this recurring semi-annual listing, AV-ICN Expo Magazine expounds the work and vision of experienced systems integrators of India in brief. read more

Impressive Screens for Immersive Viewing

This feature collates latest home projectors for immersive viewing by some of the best pro AV players in India. read more


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Opstron Debuts the Revolutionary HEX Converter




Opstron has announced the availability of their latest innovation – the HEX Converter. The HEX Converter neutralizes programming woes involved in replacing projectors or display devices connected to a control system while maintaining the same initially assigned control functionality, thereby allowing easy upgrades anytime, anywhere, and within any existing AV infrastructure where the display elements feature RS232 connectivity.

The most common device in an installed AV system that will require replacement is a display device (projectors, panels, etc.). The change could be due to a transition to a higher resolution display, bigger screen size, higher lumens projector, from lamp-based to laser-based or more significantly to a different brand. If the display devices are controlled by a control system such as touch panels or button controllers, reprogramming to accommodate the new display will be necessary. To re-programme, you will need the source code of the previous projector or display and the source code of the new device. In addition, you will need to hire a programmer.

Here is where Opstron's RS232 HEX Converter offers a distinct advantage. With the HEX Converter, you won't need to struggle with searching for the source codes or request for expensive services of a certified professional to reprogram the system so that you can have control over the new display.

The HEX Converter has a male and female RS232 port on each end of the device. The unit also comes with a free-ware application that resolves programming attributes related to the control of the projector or display, even without the original programme source code. The free-ware programme has one input and one output featuring 15 columns for coding each aspect. The input column carries the source code of the previous display, and the output column reflects the source code of the new display. The software also features a library of all the popularly used projectors' and display devices' source codes for easy reference.

Users with basic programming skills can easily reprogram their existing AV systems to include their new display device (s).

All the user needs to do is save the codes onto the HEX converter unit by assigning the correct sequence of inputs within the software. Then once the new display device/projector has been installed on-site, the HEX converter is connected to the device's RS232 serial port. At the same time, the other end is connected to the cable connecting to the control system. Once this process has been completed, the new display device/projector assumes the same control functions as the former device. 

Essentially, the converter acts as a key programming interface between the display device/projector and the controller. while being powered via RS232 connectivity, thereby eliminating the need for an external power source. The systems integrator can confidently do the job without worrying about programming issues. As the systems integrator is not making the programme change at the control panel, there is no need to be concerned about being a certified programmer of the control system brand.

Tan Beng Bok, Managing Director of Opstron, comments, "We kept facing programming issues when we were replacing projectors with a different brand. Though we have in-house programming experts, we felt that there should be a better way to do this, and thus the HEX converter was conceived. When we checked around with fellow AV professionals, we found that the problem was quite common as most clients did not have the source code or were concerned with the reprogramming cost. The cost-effectiveness of the HEX Converter makes a big impact especially when there are large numbers of devices that need to be replaced."

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