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The Smarter Way to Control Vehicle Access: UHF vs. ANPR

Managing vehicle access efficiently is more important than ever for car parks, logistics hubs, gated communities and high-security sites. The right technology can mean the difference between seamless, secure entry and frustrating traffic bottlenecks. Two leading solutions dominate the market - Ultra High Frequency (UHF) RFID and Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR).

Top 10 Tips for voice clarity and microphone skills in presentations

Getting the best performance from a microphone is essential to the success of a presentation or speech, to clearly communicate the message and to engage the audience. HowToAV talks to Eddy Brixen of DPA Microphones about microphone techniques, correct choice of microphone and loudspeaker equipment and voice clarity for presentations.

Understanding Voice Control for Home Automation

HowToAV.tv talks to Alex Capecelatro - Co-Founder and CEO of Josh.ai - one of the world's leading innovators of voice activation technology about integration of voice control with AV and home automation systems.

What’s the difference between VoIP and AoIP?

CIE’s HowToAV.tv explains the difference between VoIP and AoIP and how it is currently used in the telecoms industry...

What is 100V line audio?

HowToAV.tv explains 100v Line Audio - the most commonly used distributed sound system for commercial installations, public address and background music.

What is a Boundary Microphone?

An explanation of Boundary Microphones including information about different Polar Patterns available and the advantages of having wired or wireless Boundary Microphones.

What is a classroom Soundfield System?

The HowToAV team discusses the benefits of Soundfield Voice Reinforcement in the classroom and how it provides a better learning environment in the modern day classroom. Find out how these simple audio systems can be installed in classrooms to ensure the teacher's voice is heard equally by all students, no matter what the class size or where the student is seated in the room.

What is a Dante Audio Network?

An explanation of what Dante Audio is and the many advantages of using a digital Dante Audio Network over the more traditional analogue networks…

What is a Gooseneck Microphone?

The HowToAV.tv team talks to Tom Colman of Shure UK to explain the different types of gooseneck microphones available for the AV / audio market.

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Akuvox ACMS Pro: Smarter Access Control Management Software

Akuvox ACMS Pro: Smarter Access Control Management Software

Akuvox ACMS Pro brings doors, users and access permissions together in one easy-to-manage on-premises access control platform, helping businesses take greater control of building security.
What Are Akuvox Event Trigger Rules and How Do They Work?

What Are Akuvox Event Trigger Rules and How Do They Work?

Access control has traditionally been about deciding who can enter, where they can go and when they are allowed through a door. Akuvox Smart Access is now taking that idea a step further.
Akuvox Apple Wallet Access: How Does It Work?

Akuvox Apple Wallet Access: How Does It Work?

Akuvox now supports Apple Wallet access, allowing authorised users to unlock compatible doors using their iPhone or Apple Watch. Discover how it works and which Akuvox devices are supported.