Renkus-Heinz has launched OmniBeam, a new beam-steering software tool available for free with the latest RHAON II 2.5.0 release. OmniBeam is designed to streamline the workflow for beam-steerable loudspeakers.
OmniBeam delivers audio with a press of the “Snap to Audience” button. The algorithm generates custom-tailored coverage aligned to the geometry of any space, according to Renkus-Heinz.
Ralph Heinz, CTO, Renkus-Heinz, said: “The driving philosophy behind OmniBeam was to give consultants and integrators back their time. By taking the rocket science out of simulating and commissioning steerable arrays, Renkus-Heinz has demonstrated how beam steering is suitable for more venues than just difficult reverberant spaces – it’s a toolbox for places where aesthetics, ease of integration, and best possible audio experience are top priorities.”
RHAON II 2.5.0, the latest version of Renkus-Heinz’s proprietary control software, is available as a free download on the company’s website. With this update, RHAON II now includes the OmniBeam algorithm as well as other enhancements. All of Renkus-Heinz’s current-generation steerable products, including ICONYX Gen5, IC Live Gen5, IC Live X, and Iconyx Compact, are compatible with the latest update.
Heinz continued: “Beam steerable systems have always delivered excellent results. But the earlier tools required time and practice. With OmniBeam, our years of expertise working with thousands of projects have culminated in an algorithm that creates optimal coverage in just a few clicks, freeing up consultants and integrators to focus on other system elements.”
Brandon Heinz, product manager at Renkus-Heinz, added “OmniBeam will help deliver dramatically better results when using our beam-steered loudspeakers in as little time as possible, allowing our partners to save time and money on their installations and deployments, which will lead to greater success on their projects.”
