Now in its third year, the Pro AV Best in Market (BiM) 2025 awards for Systems Contractor News have been announced. This time around, there were 12 winning products.
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The BiMs provide companies the opportunity to highlight new products (or products that were newly upgraded) within the last 12 months. Entries were judged based on a range of criteria by independent, third-party judges and editorial teams. Additional BiMs were presented by other Future B2B brands, AV Technology and Sound & Video Contractor.
Congratulations to this year's SCN BiM winners.
AVer Information / TR615
AVer's TR615 4K AI auto tracking PTZ camera combines intelligent automation, cinematic visuals, and flexible connectivity. Engineered for professional broadcasting, live streaming, and event production, it's equipped with a large 1-inch Sony Exmor RS CMOS sensor that delivers cinematic image quality with rich color, low-light performance, and lifelike depth. Supporting 4K60, along with 19x optical and 12x digital zoom, the TR615 delivers close-ups and detail even in large venues.
With advanced AI-powered tracking, the TR615 offers Presenter Tracking, Zone Tracking, and Hybrid Tracking modes. From fast-paced performances to academic lectures, it provides smooth, professional-grade footage without manual control. Designed for seamless integration, the TR615 supports multiple output formats including dual 12G-SDI, HDMI, USB, and 3G-SDI, with genlock for multi-camera synchronization and XLR audio input. It also features NDI|HX3, Free-D, and Dante AV-H, ensuring compatibility with IP streaming and virtual production workflows.
BenQ / SL04 Signage Series
The BenQ SL04 Signage Series sets a new standard for corporate displays. It is the first digital signage solution to earn Pantone Validated, Pantone SkinTone Validated, and Google EDLA certifications. Designed for visual clarity, the SL04 delivers 99% RGB color accuracy and tailored viewing modes to different disciplines. High-detail mode delivers for complex architecture and engineering blueprints, while Sketch mode mimics the look of paper for artists and fashion designers, and M-book mode ensures accurate cinematic colors for MacBook users.
The SL04 is built for 24/7 operation and usability, combining 500 nits of brightness with an anti-glare, low blue light screen for comfortable viewing in offices, libraries, and campus halls. Collaboration is easy with InstaShare 2, enabling wireless screen sharing from any major device. Users can also rely on X-Sign to easily manage and update content in real time.
Biamp has expanded the Biamp Workplace cloud-based management and monitoring platform to address more stages of the customer journey—from the initial design stages through deployment, tuning, and optimization—while expanding device compatibility. This includes Location View, providing an instant overview of system status on a given floorplan, enabling Workplace administrators to quickly identify issues by seeing exactly where they are located, utilizing maps of floors, buildings, and campuses.
Workplace Designer brings Biamp Conference Room Designer directly to Biamp Workplace. The significant advancement is enabled by the cloud, empowering Workplace users to save and reuse their designs anywhere, anytime. Designs can be linked to specific workplaces to serve as templates. Workplace Command enables AV technicians to access block functions of any Workplace-connected Biamp Tesira device remotely from within the Workplace app, eliminating the need for on-site visits for simple issues. Meanwhile, Workplace Tools helps perform on-site tasks via the cloud, enabling fast, contactless setup and troubleshooting.
BZBGEAR / BG-4K-VP99PRO
The BG-4K-VP99PRO is a premium, all-in-one 9x9 HDMI matrix switcher, video wall processor, and multiviewer kit for high-end professional AV environments. It includes nine HDMI inputs, nine HDMI outputs, nine HDMI loop-outs, and nine display signal converter (DSC) receivers to extend signal over CAT5e/6/7 cable. It supports resolutions up to 4K60Hz with 4:4:4 chroma sampling, deep color (12-bit), and HDCP 2.2/1.4 compliance. The switcher also supports HDMI signal extension up to about 230 feet over CAT6/7 cable.
Key video processing functions include seamless matrix switching (any input to any output without visible delays), multiview mode that displays up to nine sources, and 3x3 video wall mode. It also supports cascading for larger walls, bezel compensation, mirroring, 180-degree rotation, and preset scene recall. On the audio side, it offers balanced analog audio extraction and independent audio routing/embedding. Controls options include BZBGEAR control software (iOS, Mac, Android, Windows), front panel buttons, IR remote, RS-232, and TCP/IP/Web GUI, with firmware update support via USB.
Comprehensive Connectivity Company / Transformer Cables
Comprehensive’s Transformer Cables are an innovative, all-in-one connectivity solution designed to simplify AV and IT setups. Featuring built-in adapters for HDMI, USB-C, and USB-A, these hybrid cables allow users to connect a wide range of devices and displays using a single cable. The adapters are integrated directly into the cable head, eliminating the need for separate dongles or converters—ideal for on-the-go professionals, educators, and integrators. With support for high-speed 4K video and data transfer, Transformer Cables combine the functionality of three essential cable types in one compact, durable design. This streamlined approach reduces clutter, improves efficiency, and ensures maximum compatibility in any AV environment.
Extron / NAV SD 121
Part of the popular NAV Series, the NAV SD 121 is designed specifically for enterprise networks. It's a compact AV over IP scaling decoder that decodes and scales real-time, high-quality video and audio signals over 1 Gbps IP networks at low bitrates. Utilizing Extron’s PURE3 codec, it delivers video at resolutions up to 4K60 with 4:4:4 chroma sampling and ultra-low latency. The NAV SD 121 is compatible with NAV endpoints, increasing scalability for large deployments. It also supports AES67 audio over IP, facilitating flexible integration with DMP Plus DSPs or other IP-enabled audio components.
The NAV SD 121 includes Vector 4K scaling technology, which ensures critical 4K image quality, image upscaling and downscaling, and enhanced color accuracy and picture detail. It also features an HDMI output with RS-232, digital I/O, and IR ports to extend control system reach beyond the physical location of the processor, eliminating the need for additional control processors at the endpoints.
L-Acoustics / Soundvision Connect
Soundvision Connect is an innovative cloud-based platform extends the power of the Soundvision 3D sound modeling software, making intricate audio designs accessible to all project stakeholders. Historically, sharing complex technical designs with non-specialist stakeholders—such as architects, consultants, and venue owners—has been a significant challenge, often leading to misunderstandings and project delays. Soundvision Connect changes this by transforming detailed designs into interactive, explorable 3D experiences.
This intuitive environment bridges the gap between technical precision and stakeholder understanding, enabling fast and informed decision-making. Users can easily share a design via email, allowing clients and collaborators to visualize the acoustical plan, review SPL mapping, and approve system designs without specialized software or training. By fostering a collaborative space where everyone can understand the project, Soundvision Connect streamlines workflows, enhances communication, and ensures the final sound system perfectly aligns with the project's needs.
Panasonic / AK-UCX100
Designed for sports, live events, and rental and staging environments, the AK-UCX100 gives operators flexibility to capture compelling content in dynamic environments. Unlike traditional studio cameras that rely solely on operator control, its new software-driven Auto Focus enables fast, stable target acquisition regardless of lens type or operator skill. Operators can adjust focus area, size, and speed to ensure flexible framing, while experienced operators can seamlessly transition to manual fine-tuning for precision control.
The AK-UCX100 also supports HDR, high sensitivity, and low noise performance, ensuring vivid, lifelike images in both bright and low-light conditions. Optimized colorimetry addresses LED lighting and large display wall challenges, while an HD low-pass filter reduces moiré. Designed to streamline workflows, it supports SMPTE ST 2110, NDI High Bandwidth, SRT, and dual 12G-SDI outputs for flexible, future-ready productions. By combining broadcast-grade imaging with software-driven Auto-Focus, the AK-UCX100 empowers production teams to capture high-quality content with greater efficiency, accuracy, and creative freedom.
Planar / DirectLight Essential Series
The Planar DirectLight Essential Series LED video walls are designed for indoor environments with abundant ambient light. The line of fine pixel pitch LED video walls is well-suited for budget-conscious customers who require high-quality imagery. Designed with chip-on-board (COB) technology, the durable LED displays deliver high pixel density and lower energy consumption, making them ideal for high-traffic settings as well as interactive touch applications.
An LED sorting process pairs only uniform LEDs together to ensure superior performance as well as a significant reduction in energy requirements. The solution also features a proprietary driver integrated circuit (IC) designed for COB technology. The 27-inch cabinets for the Planar DirectLight Essential Series are available in 0.7, 0.9, 1.2 and 1.5mm pixel pitches and offer a 30,000:1 contrast ratio and high refresh rate of 3,840 Hz. The video walls are compatible with Planar WallDirector Video Controller and ColorLight LED controllers. Remote monitoring is supported with the Planar WallDirector cloud web-based monitoring application.
SCT (Sound Control Technologies) / USB-AMV
The USB-AMV bridges the gap between legacy AV and modern USB-C devices. The compact adapter combines HDMI video and USB into a single USB-C connection with DisplayPort Alt Mode and audio support—delivering video, audio, and data to videobars, codecs, and BYOD spaces. Locking USB-C ports ensure secure connections, while the included L-Brackets offer easy mounting.
ViewSonic / LDS138-151
The ViewSonic LDS138-151 is a 138-inch, all-in-one mobile dvLED display solution. It comes fully assembled and features a foldable design that can be packed into its custom flight case, making it easy to set up and share between classrooms, event spaces, meeting rooms, and other areas. The display offers the benefits of an immersive large screen with the mobility of smaller displays.
Users simply unfold, plug the display into a standard 20 amp outlet, and the LDS138-151 will immediately provide large-format images and immersive sounds. There is no calibration required and no additional installation costs—just unbox and turn it on. Engineered for durability and stability, the LDS138-151 is protected with an advanced Glue-on-Board (GOB) surface treatment technology, which provides an IP54 rating to protect the display against moisture and dust, as well as an IK06 rating for impact protection. The LDS138-151 display also features front-serviceable LED modules for easy maintenance.
Vizrt / TriCaster Vizion
TriCaster Vizion offers the latest in IP connectivity, configurable SDI I/O, and powerful switching and audio mixing. It also features graphics capabilities and AI-powered automation of time-consuming tasks, enabling production teams to focus on bringing their vision to life. For production and budget flexibility, TriCaster Vizion brings licensing options and the choice of two different hardware platforms. As part of Vizrt’s commitment to the success of our users, support is built into both the perpetual and subscription licensing options.
TriCaster Vizion is the hub of a complete digital media production ecosystem, devised from conversations with the TriCaster community. It offers flexibility for producers to choose what they want now, as well as the direction in which they want to grow. The result is a live production system that empowers users to push creative boundaries, streamline workflows, and deliver the content they envision.