TEKVOX News

TEKVOX Introduces 81200-DLC Distance Learning Drop-In Solution

March 17, 2020

With educators more interested than ever in exploring learning options, the 81200-DLC Drop-In A/V® Solution from TEKVOX is the most versatile choice for those looking for complete control of their advanced, modern classroom.

TEKVOX’s Distance Learning Drop-In offers powerful capabilities and extensive customization options at a revolutionary low price. The system features flexible matrix switching, controllable PTZ cameras, content broadcasting and recording, and occupancy-based automation for the utmost in classroom A/V control. Read More…

TEKVOX Introduces World’s Lowest Cost Fully Managed Classroom Solution

February 3, 2020

TEKVOX, Inc. announced the release of its 71202 and 71204 Drop-In AV® Classroom solutions featuring a revolutionary hardware/software fusion that migrates its award-winning TekMonitor control system to the classroom PC.

Rather than employing a typical hardware control and management system, the 712xx utilizes the classroom PC as the host for the secure PC-TekMonitor application and further uses USB I/O to control external devices such as projectors and switchers. Read More…

Tekvox Facilitates Historic Intercontinental Celebration with 4K Drop-In Solution

January 17, 2020

To celebrate the 175th anniversary of the founding of New Braunfels, Texas, by Prince Solms of Braunfels, Germany, a special event and toast were organized by the New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce.

Among the unique features of this toast was a beer recipe agreed-upon and made by breweries in the two cities at the same time. Furthermore, the celebration and toast took place in the two cities at the same time, was simulcast between them and also streamed live to Facebook.

AV systems manufacturer TEKVOX was approached by the planning team to provide advice on the technology required to facilitate the event. The TEKVOX 81200 Distance Learning Classroom (DLC) is a 4K drop-in with a fast-growing following in higher education. Read More…

TEKVOX Partners with PCS Telecom on AV Solutions for New Library Learning Center at Texas Southern University

January 15, 2020

Houston-based HBCU Texas Southern University (TSU) has opened its marquis Library Learning Center featuring the latest in innovative and collaborative teaching and learning spaces. TEKVOX designed and supplied state-of-the-art AV technology for the library partnering with PCS Telecom, which handled the installation and integration. Earlier this year TEKVOX and PCS Telecom teamed on the upgrade of the Earl Carl Courtroom at TSU’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law.

The $43 million Library Learning Center has a distinctive angular design by Moody Nolan Architects. The 137,000-square-foot structure will serve as an intellectual hub for the university and the community at large. A soaring five-story atrium is at the heart of the building; the entire structure encompasses classrooms, book stacks, computer labs, study areas, offices, meeting and boardrooms, and gallery space. It also houses TSU’s faculty senate, Board of Regents IT department and alumni suite and serves as an honors college. Read More…

Texas Southern University Upgrades Earl Carl Courtroom w/ TEKVOX Drop-In A/V Solutions

December 2, 2019

When it came time to renovate the Earl Carl Courtroom at Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law, TSU selected a TEKVOX Drop-In A/V solution to provide students and teachers with advanced audio and video capabilities in an easy-to-use, powerful system.

“We have been working with TSU for quite some time replacing campus classroom systems with sophisticated distance learning solutions,” Jim Reinhart, CEO of TEKVOX said. “As the centerpiece of the law school, the faculty wanted to add distance learning capabilities to the Earl Carl Courtroom , too.” Read More…

TEKVOX Introduces New 3×1 HDMI/USB-C Wall Plate Switcher/HDBase-T Transmitter

November 1, 2019

TEKVOX, Inc. announced the release of its 79066-H2U HDBaseT™ Wall Plate Switcher. The 79066-H2U is capable of sending full HD or 4K video with high fidelity over a standard Cat6a cable run (40M @ 4K, 70M @ 1080P). With a maximum power consumption of only 22W, and a convenient double-gang form factor, the TPUH701T makes it simple to connect distant digital video sources to a display with no need for armored cable or intermediate equipment. It features 2 HDMI connections and 1 USB-C (Slimport) connection, and allows for manual or automatic switching among them.

“Upgrading to an all-digital system is now in reach for nearly every school,” Jim Reinhart, CEO of TEKVOX, said. “More importantly, this technology can be built upon and upgraded with confidence.” Read More…

TEKVOX Drop-In A/V Solutions Enable PCS Telecom to Expand Business Without Expanding Infrastructure

September 26, 2019

PCS Telecom, a Houston-based network cable design and installation company, is successfully using TEKVOX Drop-In A/V solutions to offer AV services to a wide array of clients. A trusted technology partner for voice, data, fiber optics and other IT needs, PCS Telecom is now deploying TEKVOX solutions to meet the needs of sophisticated AV installations.

“The traditional wall between IT companies and AV companies is crumbling,” says Jim Reinhart, CEO of TEKVOX. “Thanks to our Drop-In A/V solutions savvy companies specializing in data cabling are now able to expand their business without significantly changing their resource base. By using TEKVOX-designed and programmed systems IT companies can easily install and configure AV solutions to offer more services to their existing customer base or gain a new AV market for their business.” Read More…

TEKVOX Debuts ShareView, an Innovative Web-Based Videoconferencing Technology

September 9, 2019

TEKVOX, Inc. debuted its innovative ShareView™ technology for streamlining and empowering PC-based web videoconferencing. ShareView allows meeting attendants who are in the same room to share sources to the web-based conference video stream, adding a capability previously reserved for proprietary and expensive professional videoconferencing systems.

Web-based videoconferencing typically allows active participants to share programs from their computer as long as each user who wants to share video is a participant in the call. For large meetings, multiple people in a single room sharing video simultaneously can lead to audio feedback, video issues, and greater bandwidth usage. Read More…

TEKVOX Releases New 4×4 Matrix Switcher Kit

September 4, 2019

TEKVOX, Inc. announced the release of its TEK 79055-K, a complete kit featuring the very capable 79055-H 4×4 matrix switcher supporting up to 4Kx2K UHD video resolution, four premium quality cables and four matched receivers. The switcher accepts up to four HDMI inputs, and routes them to 4 independent HDBase-T outputs with HDMI mirrors. All signals support common HD and UHD formats and the HDBaseT outputs include embedded RS232 control. Read More…

TEKVOX Announces Support for AMX AV Control

May 15, 2019

TEKVOX has expanded its support of touchscreen user interfaces to offer educational and corporate markets more efficient and cost-effective AV tech control.

TEKVOX now supplies AMX-compatible color touchscreens in the form of its 78041A-TCX7 7-inch and 78042A-TCX9 9-inch tech controllers. Other options include larger touchscreens with our new 78043-IoT-TekController-IoT. These new compatible touchscreens can also include video input options. If your CV10 or TPI-4 has failed and you want video without delay, TEKVOX has a solution. Read More…

LSC – University Park Conference Center Equipped with TEKVOX Drop-In A/V Solutions

March 21, 2019

Lone Star College (LSC)-University Park Conference Center has installed TEKVOX Drop-In A/V solutions throughout the venue for the purpose of outfitting multiple rooms in modular configurations to meet the current and foreseeable audio/visual technology need with ease. With more than 22,000 square feet of meeting space that can be arranged in a variety of configurations, the LSC-University Park Conference Center has also simplified A/V tech set-up for LSC staff with factory-preprogrammed touch screens—a literal push-button solution with TEKVOX Drop-In A/V systems. Read More…

TEKVOX Introduces Versatile New HDMI to USB Capture Device

March 11, 2019

TEKVOX, Inc. announced the release of its 79060 HDMI to USB capture device. The 79060 features full 1080p@60Hz resolution on its HDMI input and output, and can both insert and extract audio from external sources. This versatility allows it to take in HD video and audio from a mixer while recording to a connected PC, displaying video on a confidence monitor, and feeding an extracted audio signal to a speaker system.

“The 79060 provides an innovative way to build an affordable recording/streaming solution,” Jim Reinhart, CEO of TEKVOX, said. “The flexibility in this compact device is unprecedented.” Retailing at $249, the 79060 is a cost-effective solution available for those who want versatile, reliable, and compact video recording via a single USB connection.

TEKVOX Extends HDBaseT Transmission with 79084S TX/RX Pair

December 19, 2018

TEKVOX, Inc. announced the release of its 79084S HDBaseT™ 2.0 transmitter-receiver pair. The 79048S is capable of sending full HD video with high fidelity a distance of up to 325 feet, or 100 meters, in a single Cat6a cable run. With a maximum power consumption of only 18W, and a compact form factor, the BT150P makes it simple to connect distant digital video sources to a display with no video distortion or need for armored cable.

“Transmission of power, HD video, and serial control can now go farther than ever,” Jim Reinhart, CEO of TEKVOX, said. “The ability to transmit a video signal and display control up to 325 feet opens the door for sophisticated, cost-effective A/V solutions in even the largest lecture hall.”

TEKVOX Unveils Drop-In A/V® Solution Enhancements

July 6, 2017

TEKVOX has announced enhancements to its 71000 Drop-In A/V® product portfolio, which ensure easy integration as comprehensive platform solutions and provide maximum value for customers.

The TEKVOX Drop-In line has been simplified and now centers on four primary configurations: the 71011 Managed Digital Foundation entry-level Drop-In, the mainstream 71021 Drop-In for a variety of single display applications, the powerful TekFlex multi-display solution for classrooms, lecture halls and executive conference rooms and the 4K MultiView Drop In for active learning/collaboration environments with our without video conferencing support. Read More…

TEK UV100T-20 Camera for Education

May 28, 2017

TEKVOX now offers an auto-tracking camera made for education. The TEK UV100T-20-ST auto-tracking camera is a state-of-the-art high definition 1080P/60 PTZ camera with 20X optical zoom lens and has two SDI outputs with IP streaming. By using a supplied configuration program, a Teacher’s tracking mask can be created and saved into the camera. The camera will only track while the teacher is in this area. If tracking is lost, a preset can be setup for the camera to go to. With auto-tracking the TEK UV100T can be used to follow a person without an operator. At any point auto-tracking can be turned off and the camera works like a standard PTZ conference camera. Read More…

TEKVOX ViewVault™ Offers Easy to Install and Use Solution to Texas S.B. 507 Compliance

November 16, 2016

TEKVOX is pleased to announce that its new, Texas S.B. 507-compliant ViewVault™ fills the need for secure, cost-effective A/V recording in classroom applications. The easy-to-install drop-in solution requires very little set up or maintenance and is capable of recording and storing six months (1,667 hours) of HD video and associated audio.

Texas S.B. 507 mandates video cameras in special education classrooms or other settings that provide special education services. The legislation safeguards special-needs children, allows review of procedures followed when crisis incidents occur and also offers opportunities for teacher observation and training. Read More…

TEKVOX Introduces Tek Digital Express Kit for Fast Analog-to-Digital Migration

August 15, 2016

TEKVOX has launched Tek Digital Express, a turnkey wall plate transmitter and receiver kit aimed at the educational market (K-12 and Community Colleges) and other customers who want to upgrade to a digital link from the wall plate to the projector. Tek Digital Express contains everything needed to install fully modern, end-to-end digital AV in just minutes. It can be professionally installed as well.

“The Tek Digital Express kit is the easiest way to ‘go digital’ today and retain support for legacy analog (VGA) technology,” says TEKVOX CEO Jim Reinhart. “Part of a comprehensive solution that can be upgraded incrementally and cost effectively, Tek Digital Express is 4K compatible. It’s a powerful starting point that will serve the customer’s needs for years to come.” Read More…

Media Specialties Chooses TEKVOX Multi-Display Solution to Improve the Worship Experience at St. George Church, San Antonio

January 21, 2016

When St. George Episcopal Church in San Antonio, Texas wanted to improve the worship experience for its parishoners, integrator Multimedia Specialties recommended an upgrade to a flexible, affordable TEKVOX Multi-Display Solution. Read More…

TEKVOX Products Innovate at Trinity University’s Center for Sciences and Innovation

November 12, 2015

TEKVOX has provided the infrastructure for the easy integration, control and security of multiple displays in the new Innovation Center at Trinity University, San Antonio. A roster of TEKVOX products play key roles in the collaborative space where they interact with third-party audio/visual systems to support a unique learning environment. Read More…

TEKVOX Expands Customer Support with 10-Year Warranty for TEK CB1-A Ceiling Box

September 17, 2015

TEKVOX has reaffirmed its commitment to high-end customer service with a 10-year warranty for its TEK CB1-A ceiling box. A cost-effective, easy-to-use solution for boardrooms, conference rooms, mediated classrooms and training rooms, the ceiling box allows customers to include non-plenum-rated products and cables in the ceiling next to the video projector or display. Now, in addition to providing infrastructure savings, simplified maintenance and a clean attractive appearance, the TEK CB1-A offers a 10-year warranty covering electrical and mechanical integrity. It is effective immediately and is retroactive for all units shipped. Read More…