This year's Church Facilities Expo starts today in Chattanooga, TN with one of the most popular features: Pre-conference masterclasses. Taking place from 1-5 PM, these sessions provide a deep dive into audio mixing, church security, leadership, and video storytelling....
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FOR-A Launches MixBoard, an Unlimited, Layering Production Switcher
FOR-A, a leading manufacturer of broadcast and production technology, announces the launch of its groundbreaking software for composing unlimited layers, the FOR-A MixBoard powered by ClassX. This latest addition to FOR-A's product line combines the power of...
Holiday Video Planning
Getting your video graphics and streaming setup ready for the Fall holidays in a house of worship requires attention to both technical details and the spiritual atmosphere of the services. Let's lay out a plan to ensure it is a smooth experience. You will need to...
Array of Hope Transforms Worship Experiences With KRK Monitors
Array of Hope is a faith-based organization that creates and produces transformative events, films, and music for Catholic parishes and dioceses. With a mission to “reveal the truths of faith,” Array of Hope leaders believe that music is a powerful conduit for...
Hurricane Helene Has Not Affected CFX 2024 in Chattanooga
While much of the Southeast, including Eastern Tennessee, sustained heavy damage during Hurricane Helene a week ago, Chattanooga did not experience damage, and the Chattanooga Convention Center, and downtown areas are open and functioning normally. Rest assured, CFX...
Getting the Right Aspect Ratio
In the video display world, getting your image right is key. Whether you're working on a large-scale video wall, projection screen, a video monitor, or just editing or streaming, you know getting the resolution and aspect ratios right is a major part of displaying....
Screen Innovations Unveils KAOS™ Hurricane Rated Outdoor Shades
Screen Innovations (SI), the AV industry's most innovative brand for projection screens, window coverings, outdoor shading and screen solutions for commercial and residential markets, is unveiling Kaos™ (Kick Ass Outdoor Shades), built for high-wind, and is Miami-Dade...
Exploring the Masterclasses at CFX 2024
Responding to popular demand, CFX will again be offering special masterclass sessions in the areas of Audio, Video, Security, and Leadership. These sessions take place on October 21, the day before the expo and general sessions, and require separate registration. The...
Why Do I Have Audio Delay in My Video Playback?
Audio delay in your video playback can drive the viewer nuts, it can lead to the viewer losing interest or complaining. Audio delay in video playback refers to the situation where the audio and video are not synchronized properly—meaning the sound either plays ahead...
Streaming Churches: A Simple 5-step Blueprint for More Success
I understand that it can be frustrating for churches that have been live-streaming for a while without seeing their desired impact. However, I am still excited about the potential of live-streaming churches to impact people's lives positively. Streaming Churches: Key...
Worship Facility Gear Report: LED Screens
Technology is moving quickly and so are new versions of LED walls! LED screens are flat panels that use an array of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) as pixels for a video display. Their brightness allows them to be used indoors or even...
Say Goodbye to Audio Tech Shortages
Why is it that so many people are eager to participate in the worship band, yet skilled audio technicians are so difficult to find? I've observed a trend in medium to small churches where there is often a shortage of experienced audio techs. In many cases, the audio...
We Need Your Help!
Hello, I’m Gene Lass, Editor-in-Chief of Video and Lighting Connections. To better serve your informational needs we’re looking for input on the topics most important to you and your church.Please take a minute or so to complete the...
Easy Livestreaming With QuickLink StudioPro
If you’re a small house of worship hesitating to jump into the world of livestreaming your services – there’s never been a better time than now to take that leap of faith. Livestreaming has become easier and more affordable than ever before. QuickLink StudioPro is an...
Welcome to Video and Lighting Connections!
Welcome to the first issue of Video and Lighting Connections! Now as we begin our second year of publishing our newsletters, based on reader feedback, we're bringing the two together into one newsletter. As our frequent contributor, Graeme Spencer has said, "Good...
Is Your Media for Church Fueling Growth and Engagement?
Does the media you create for your church struggle to gain consistent engagement from your audience? Those of us involved in digital ministry and online video content creation don't just create media for church for the sake of it. We do it because it's a powerful way...
New Hollyland Camera Offers Unrivaled Live-streaming Experience
Hollyland, a brand centered on real-time wireless transmission and live-streaming technologies, announced the launch of a new version of live-streaming cameras to offer the experience of “Go Live with One Tap.” The VenusLiv V2 is designed for users seeking outstanding...
Worship Facility Gear Report: LED Screens
Technology is moving quickly and so are new versions of LED walls! LED screens are flat panels that use an array of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) as pixels for a video display. Their brightness allows them to be used indoors or even outdoors in the direct light of the...
Why the Tech Arts Conference at CFX 2024 is a Must-See Destination for Your Tech Team
This year the Church Facilities Expo (CFX) will actually be the site of four separate conferences, rather than one conference with different learning tracks. This enables attendees to pay to attend just the conference they're interested in, or get an all-access pass...
KV2 Helps Immerse Visitors in New Sensory Experience in Church of San Miguel, Cuenca
The ancient temple of San Miguel in the city of Cuenca in the mountains of east-central Spain provides a stunning backdrop for ‘Luz Cuenca’, a fully immersive sensory experience offering an artistic expression of the cultural wealth of the city. Drawing on the city’s...
Now Shipping: Sony Electronics’ M2L-X Software-Based Live Production Switcher
Sony Electronics’ new live production switcher, M2L-X, is now available. Targeted toward remote and in-house production, it features hybrid processing and operations for on-premises and cloud production. The M2L-X, which includes 24 inputs and a built-in clip player,...