"We've been hearing about how customers don't care to have bells and whistles on their AV systems that they'll never need, but these extra functions happen to also be security liabilities, and they should be proactively turned off. That SNMP protocol? Some companies use it to monitor network activity, and so can a hacker." —Lindsey M. Adler, editor of Systems Contractor News
Gear of the Day
Kramer has released a 4K@60fps switcher with 4:4:4 colorimetry to help prepare customers for expanding innovations in 4K video content display. The VS-211H2 includes auto switching – last-connected and priority – and optional manual switching. VS-211H2 includes actual video output detection (not just 5V output), enabling more reliable switching. This also allows for better support of HDMI equipment as well as power and product life conservation. More»