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2012 BEST Winners

The Commercial Integrator BEST Awards program recognizes superlative solutions for an integration business. Winning manufacturers across various product and service categories were recognized in a ceremony at InfoComm 2012. Below is the 2012 list of winners.
The 2012 BEST Products
The Commercial Integrator BEST Awards program recognizes superlative solutions for an integration business. Judging criteria included: innovation, functionality, competitive advantages and benefits to the installer.
The BEST products and services were recognized at InfoComm 2012.
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Winner in Matrix Switchers
6X6 DigitalMedia Distribution Center (DM-MD6X6), Crestron Electronics

Crestron DigitalMedia™ 6x6 Distribution Center brings the magic of pure high-definition to every organization and every budget. Creating a high-definition digital experience like no other, DigitalMedia Distribution Center uses ultra high-bandwidth DM 8G+™ technology…



Winner in Access Control
ACS WebService , Brivo Systems, LLC

ACS WebService leverages the versatility of the Web for a powerful, scalable, and secure access control solution. As a cloud-based solution, no need for dedicated servers, software installation, or system administration. Unmatched scalability and versatility ensures…



Winner in Dealer/Installer Aids Installation Tools & Testers
CalMAN 5 Commercial , SpectraCal, Inc.

CalMAN 5 Display Calibration Software is a professional tool designed to provide unprecedented control and analysis of information to calibrate any number of displays to a precision level previously not possible, reaching ever closer to the image accuracy intended by…



Winner in Teleconferencing Video Conferencing/Telepresence Systems
Caméléon Telepresence, AVI-SPL

Caméléon Telepresence® by AVI-SPL combines every form of business video communication into a single, innovative solution. Caméléon offers immersive Telepresence, HD or SD video conferencing, audio conferencing, and multimedia presentation display in one turnkey…



Winner in Teleconferencing Video Conferencing/Telepresence Systems
CaptureLiveHD™, Crestron Electronics

At a fraction of the cost of other lecture capture systems, CaptureLiveHD™  gives organizations a simple, complete solution for recording, scheduling, online distribution, remote viewing, and live streaming of high-definition presentation content. Better yet,…



Winner in Pan/Tilt/Zoom Cameras
ClearVIEW HD-USB, Vaddio

The ClearVIEW HD-USB is the world’s first broadcast-quality HD PTZ camera with USB and Ethernet streaming built right into the camera. Now you can directly plug an HD PTZ camera directly into your PC — without the need for a separate capture device. Because…



Winner in Fiber-optic Transport
Cleerline NSF, Cleerline Technology Group

Cleerline NSF (non strip fiber) fiber optic cable simplifies and improves the process of fiber optic termination increasing the speed, efficiency, and reducing the tooling involved in terminating fiber optic cable.  Cleerline NSF fiber is compatible with all common…



Winner in Dealer/Installer Aids Programming, Design & Engineering Solutions
Design Group, AVAD

The AVAD System Design Group provides a full range of complimentary design services, including needs analysis, bill of materials specifications, AutoCAD presentations, product selection, and much more, allowing integrators to develop the best solutions for their clients…



Winner in Video Distribution Systems
DigitalMedia Presentation System 300 (DMPS-300-C), Crestron Electronics

Instantly upgrade any room to digital. DigitalMedia™  Presentation System 300 provides everything needed to deliver the finest high-definition presentation experience available. An all-in-one presentation control and signal routing solution, DMPS-300-C combines…



Winner in Audio Components & Processors
E Series, Lab.gruppen

The compact and ultra-efficient E Series power amplifiers offer renowned Lab.gruppen performance to a market concerned with spiraling global energy prices and environmental pressures, delivering ample output with very low power consumption, and so reducing the cost…



Winner in Large-Scale Control Systems
Enova DGX 32 Digital Media Switcher, AMX

Enova® DGX 32 Digital Media Switchers are the model-hub for AV’s increasingly network-centric installations with industry-first technologies like SmartScale®, InstaGate Pro™ and built-in NetLinx® Controllers. The Enova DGX delivers audio, control, Ethernet…



Winner in Teleconferencing Audio Conferencing
FLX™ VoIP, Revolabs Inc.

The first wireless conference phone designed for VoIP networks, the FLX VoIP integrates directly with most IP telephone switches following the SIP standard, enabling new features such as voicemail alerts and “do not disturb.” The system combines its wireless…



Winner in Wireless Microphones
FreeSpeech® Dual-Channel Wireless Mic System, Crestron Electronics

FreeSpeech® is a budget-friendly wireless microphone system that enables teachers to move about the classroom and be heard clearly from anywhere in the room. With a built-in 30-watt amplifier, the FreeSpeech is easy-to-install and creates a more interactive, engaging…



Winner in Cabinets, Furniture, Racks, Mounts & Cases
Half Rack Shelf System, Extron Electronics

The Extron Half Rack Shelf System of rack shelves and related accessories is designed for applications utilizing one-half rack width and smaller products. The compact, 1U half-rack width size allows the mounting of half-, quarter-, and eighth-rack products in space-constrained…



Winner in Large Venue Projectors
HDX-W18, Barco

The powerful, compact HDX-W18 projector combines full source flexibility with
ImagePRO scaling. This 17,500 lumens, WUXGA three-chip DLP projector reproduces rich colors, presenting audiences with crisp and vivid images. The simple user interface enables fast…



Winner in Acoustical Treatments
Hi Hat Muffler, SoundSense

The SoundSense Hi Hat Muffler significantly reduces sound transmission by enclosing the recessed can lights with a Class A fire rated material to deaden sound without restricting airflow.  The Hi Hat Muffler was patented early in 2012 and will be released for retail…



Winner in Loudspeakers & Subwoofers
Horizon Interactive Personal Unit Speakers (HI500), Leon

Combining high fidelity sound and high definition video all in one sleek cabinet, Leon’s HorizonTM Interactive Personal Unit (HI500) speakers deliver powerful and versatile solutions for a variety of corporate and commercial needs — from traditional video conferencing…



Winner in Video Components & Processors
ImagePRO-II, Barco

The ImagePRO-II is the “swiss army knife” of the Rental & Staging industry, a powerful, all-in-one video scaler, scan converter and switcher.  Recently upgraded to add HDMI and DisplayPort I/O, the ImagePRO-II features Barco’s advanced performance…



Winner in Motorized Window Treatments
Insulating Honeycomb Shades, Lutron Electronics Co. Inc.

Priced from $299, Lutron’s new insulating, honeycomb, motorized shades offer incredible value and quality at an affordable price and are backed by the industry leader in light and shade control. Options include 100+ different fabrics, NFPA-701 fire rating, hard-wired…



Winner in Projector Mounts
Interactive accessory for ceiling-mounted projectors , Chief Manufacturing

Chief’s interactive accessory for ceiling-mounted projectors turns a standard projector installation into a robust interactive platform. Powered by innovative eBeam™  technology, the accessory installs on the wall above an existing whiteboard and works…



Winner in Conference or Classroom Projectors
Laser Projectors, BenQ America Corp.

Offering an 80,000:1 contrast ratio, the blue core light engine of the LX60ST and LW61ST short-throw education projectors utilizes a laser light source rather than a mercury lamp. The result is 20,000 hours of brightness, elimination of lamp replacement costs, and a…



Winner in Video Scalers
LEDView530, Calibre UK

LEDView530 is a universal LED and Projection scaler-switcher with 3G-SDI, high performance LED screen resizing using intuitive picture-edge drag and drop functionality, and with a Projection mode supporting professional grade 48-bit per pixel edge blending and powerful…



Winner in Digital Signage Digital Signage Hardware
LT560E LED EzSign TV, LG Electronics USA

The LG LED EzSign TV is an innovation in digital signage that allows custom advertisements and information to be displayed on the same screen as television content. With the addition of LED backlighting and Wi-Fi capability, superior picture quality and convenient content…



Winner in Large-Scale Control Systems
MC3 3-Series Control System™, Crestron Electronics

MC3 3-Series Control System™ combines ultra-fast processing speeds, more memory, enhanced Ethernet, and modular programming capabilities to deliver the first control processor capable of handling the rigors of integrated building technology in today’s commercial…



Winner in Touchscreens
Modero X Series Touch Panel (20.3"), AMX

The panoramic Modero X Touch Panel is a multi-tasking wonder. The family of frameless, panoramic and widescreen touch panels—with a low-profile design—offer more usable real estate for control, applications and video. The user experience of these capacitive…



Winner in Video Walls
Mosaic Architectural Video Wall, Planar

Planar® Mosaic™ is an architectural video wall system featuring three different lCD display tiles, including the first-ever truly square tile. Tiles can be mounted in any position relative to each other, or individually at almost any angle. With unencumbered positioning,…



Winner in Lighting Controllers
Omni-Bus Interface Translator DIN Rail Module, HAI (Home Automation, Inc.)

Omni-Bus utilizes a worldwide standard for Din-Rail, allowing control of CFL, LED, electronic low-voltage, Halogen, and incandescent lighting sources.  Designed for 110V and 220-240V, the Omni-Bus Lighting Control Network provides hardwired and wireless products. …



Winner in Networking (Wireless, Powerline, & Coax) & Storage
P20 20-Port Power Distribution Unit, Pakedge Device & Software, Inc.

The Pakedge P20 20-Port Power Distribution Unit is designed to provide the highest degree of AC power protection and comprehensive on/off power startup and shutdown capabilities in a commercial or residential network. It offers auto-ping and equipment reboot functionality,…



Winner in Display Mounts
PeerAir™ Wireless Articulating Wall Mount, Peerless Industries

PeerAir™  Wireless Articulating Wall Mount wall mount provides a unique alternative to any traditional AV installation. With the feature-rich WL-SA761PU-100 drilling holes, pulling cables, and patching walls become things of the past. This mounts efficient wireless…



Winner in Power Conditioning, Surge Suppression
RackLink Power Management System, Middle Atlantic Products

The RackLink™  Power Management System offers flexible, intelligent power monitoring and management for AV systems and features extensive monitoring and preemptive support functions.  RackLink products maintain AV system reliability through automatic actions…



Winner in Video Projection Screens
Retracta-Vu Pro Traveller , Vutec Corporation

Retracta-Vu Pro Traveller is a self contained rising projection screen and projector lift on wheels that saves time and labor.  Just plug-in and deploy. Screen sizes available up to 300” in a variety of formats. The Projector Lift requires minimal effort…



Winner in Digital Signage Interactive Whiteboards
ScalableDesktop 2.0, Scalable Display Technologies

ScalableDesktop is an innovative software application that automatically blends multiple projectors into a single seamless Windows desktop up to six projectors. ScalableDesktop allows Windows desktop applications, such as Microsoft Office, to be scaled to ultra-high…



Winner in Digital Signage Digital Signage Software
Social Interactivity Suite, X2O Media

X2O Media’s Social Interactivity Suite of next-generation, social-media-based interactive applications includes the X2O Social Hub and Twitter Shuffle. Featuring real-time content from popular sites including Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube, the applications allow…



Winner in Dealer/Installer Aids Project Management & Design/Web Software
Stardraw Design 7, Stardraw.com

Stardraw.com’s seventh-generation design/documentation software, Stardraw Design 7, is quite simply the fastest, most flexible and easiest way to generate professional pre- and post-sales system documentation; everything from system schematics to rack layouts,…



Winner in Remote Controls
UFO Waterproof Remote, Crestron Electronics

Crestron’s buoyant, saucer-shaped UFO Waterproof Remote gives users the convenience of controlling AV and entertainment systems, lighting, thermostats, security, and other connected devices without worrying about water damage. Ideal for indoor/outdoor use in or…



Winner in Media Servers
WATCHOUT version 5.2, Dataton

WATCHOUT is the company’s flagship multi-display production and playback system.  Stereoscopic playback, video streaming, live interaction, built-in text editing, on cue lighting, 3D effects, and iPad control are just a few of the hot new features of Dataton’s…



Winner in IP Enabling Devices
WEBBi Web Controller, Vaddio

All Vaddio EasyUSB components can be controlled through the WEBBi, a single web-based server appliance with a universal browser-based control panel designed to control all of your EasyUSB devices. Instead of installing a complex custom control system, all of your cameras,…



Winner in Audio Distribution Systems
Wireless Music System, Eos Wireless Audio

Introducing Eos Wireless Pro Series products—a full range of commercial grade wireless audio solutions that will change the way you approach and bid virtually every commercial sound installation.



Winner in Audio Components & Processors
XTP CrossPoint Systems, Extron Electronics

The Extron XTP CrossPoint® is a flexible, reliable signal switching and distribution system for multiple digital and analog formats. XTP CrossPoint matrix switchers support local connectivity and include extended transmission capability for sending high resolution…



Winner in Specialty A/V Cables & Interconnects
ZIG-HAVEX, ZIGEN

ZIG-HAVEX eliminates the need for extra cables by delivering it all on a single cat-x type cable.

ZIGEN install with confidence!



Winner in HVAC Controls & Thermostats
ZigBee MicroControl, HAI (Home Automation, Inc.)

HAI’s stand-alone ZigBee Wireless Energy Management saves home and business owners money, even in existing structures. It is designed for worldwide applications and supports 96-250VAC.  The MicroControl acts as the coordinator and setup tool for the system…




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