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April 2008 |
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Dear
newsletter readers! This
issue of www.AVP-Newsletter.com presents you with latest news from the data-
and video projection / presentation. 1) KIOSK EUROPE EXPO and DIGITAL SIGNAGE EXPO 2008
More: http://www.kioskeurope-expo.com
and http://www.digitalsignageexpo.eu
Enjoy reading ! Yours Kai
Kröger |
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1) KIOSK EUROPE EXPO and DIGITAL
SIGNAGE EXPO 2008 2) Sharp: DLP-projector - XG-P610XN 3) ISE changes RAI hall layout for 2009 event 4) projectiondesign commences shipping WUXGA
projectors 5) Panasonic: Professional flat screens on display in
Essen 6) JVC: State-of-the-art solutions in Essen 7) Sony at the KIOSK EUROPE EXPO 2008 8) 3M: Large Format and Capacitive Touch Products at
Kiosk Europe Expo 9) Da-Lite Screen Company achieves ISO 14001
certification 10) Chief: Thinstall Mount Series complements new
UltraThin HDTV designs 11) NEC Display Solutions: NEC Edu mount system 12) Christie: Christie AutoStack helps to quickly stack
and blend projector arrays 13) Extron: New universal AC power outlets 14) Analog Way: Powerful Scaler with enhanced Scaling
Technology 15) Cabletime: LAN-Caster IP Gateway on Show at
InfoComm 16) Gefen: Two New HDMI Distribution Amplifiers 17) Artcoustic: New and powerful DF Multi 60” X2
Left/Centre/Right Speaker 18) VELTEN presents a new LED outdoor wall 19) RGB: Using a videowall to control an underwater ROV 20) Invision UK: Two new Regional Sales Managers |
2) Sharp: DLP-projector - XG-P610XN
The new
3-chip XG-P610XN DLP-projector offers particular precision with regards to
representation of colours. No matter if it used in presentations or in
simulation environments, thanks to the state-of-the-art SHARP colour
management system even finest colour nuances can be fine tuned without a
problem. The dual lamp system achieves a brightness of 6000 ANSI lumens and
three DMD (TI-technology) chips an XGA resolution. Digital
Signage Expo: Stand 12B.50 More: http://www.sharp.de |
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Alphabetical index
of companies: 3M (8), Analog Way (14), Artcoustic (17), Cabletime (15), Chief (10), Christie (12), Da-Lite (9), Extron (13), Gefen (16), Invision UK (20), ISE (3), JVC (6), KIOSK EUROPE EXPO/DIGITAL SIGNAGE EXPO 2008 (1),
NEC Display Solutions (11), Panasonic (5), projectiondesign (4), RGB (19), Sharp (2), Sony (7), Velten (18) |
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3) ISE changes RAI hall layout for 2009 event
More: http://www.iseurope.org 4) projectiondesign commences shipping WUXGA projectors
Just two
months since they made their worldwide debut at the Integrated Systems Europe
show in Amsterdam, the first WUXGA resolution DLP projectors are now being
shipped by Norwegian manufacturer projectiondesign.
The F10 wuxga and F30 wuxga
projectors are capable of producing images at a native resolution of 1,920 x
1,200 pixels in a 16:10 aspect ratio, a 56% increase over SXGA+, which has
been projectiondesign's most popular resolution
until now. WUXGA is a popular
resolution for desktop monitors and notebook computers and is widely accepted
as the resolution of choice in many industries. It is also
backwards-compatible with UXGA at 1,600 x 1,200, making it ideal for
upgrading legacy 4:3 aspect ratio systems to widescreen. The main difference
between the two models is brightness and configurability. While the F10 wuxga offers up to 3,100 ANSI lumens, the F30 wuxga offers 4,300, with more and higher brightness
models coming soon. While both models offer a selection of lenses - the F10 wuxga is available with both a wide angle and a zoom lens
- the F30 offers a wide range of lenses covering 0.79 to 6.5:1 throw ratios.
Additionally, the F30 wuxga features the projectiondesign patented DuArch
illumination system for failsafe operation. More: http://www.projectiondesign.com |
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5) Panasonic: Professional flat screens on display in Essen
At the
DIGITAL SIGNAGE EXPO 2008, Panasonic will showcase its professional flat
screens. At the heart of the exhibition are powerful insertion PCs,
interactive touch panels and signage applications. A 103” signage
application, however, will be the eye catcher on the Panasonic booth.
Panasonic believes that promotionally effective screen sizes are the future.
At the Integrated Systems Europe Panasonic already presented a 150” plasma featuring a stunning 381cm screen size. In
Essen Panasonic will also show new insertion PCs with upgraded performance.
Featuring 1.4 GHz processor performance the new computers can be used in
nearly all kinds of signage solutions. At this year’s Digital Signage Expo,
Panasonic will also showcase prototypes of even more powerful insertion PCs.
The new Panasonic touch panels are based on an infra-red retro-reflective
recognition system, and they are equipped with attractive new functions in
display sizes of 42” up to 65”. Digital
Signage Expo: Stand 13D.03 More: http://www.panasonic.eu 6) JVC: State-of-the-art solutions in
Essen
JVC will present several examples
of state-of-the-art digital signage solutions at their booth with the main
focus on innovative and well-proven displays as well as the flexible “TV
Tools” digital signage software. As part of their broad line-up of
professional displays, JVC will present 65“ large format displays, 52“
presentation displays and 46“ industry displays as well as a smaller 40“
display integrated into a info stele. An additional highlight will be the
modular “TV Tools” software that JVC developed. This software allows for
implementing nearly all kinds of digital signage applications combining
hardware, software and distribution aspects of digital signage applications.
In Essen, JVC will once again stress the fact that it offers competitive edge
being both professional display manufacturer and software developer. Digital
Signage Expo: Hall 1, Stand 10D.03 More: http://www.jvcpro.de 7) Sony at the KIOSK EUROPE EXPO 2008
At the
KIOSK EUROPE EXPO, Sony Professional Solutions Europe will present itself as
an all-in-one provider for innovative technology in the retail industry. In
hall 1, at booth B11, Sony will set up a fashion shop scenario featuring all
the latest Sony products in live applications. Parts of the products on
display are the professional GXD-L52H1 full HD display, the BKM-FW50 digital
signage board as well as the digital signage software Ziris.
In addition, the company will feature everything around digital photo
finishing in the retail space. With its novel digital photo printer SnapLab and various photo kiosks, Sony also steps up to a
new level with regards to photo printing. Kiosk
Europe Expo: Hall 1, Stand B11 More: http://www.sonybiz.net 8) 3M: Large Format and Capacitive Touch Products at Kiosk Europe Expo
3M, the
diversified technology company, will demonstrate its innovative portfolio of
touch screen and touch monitor offerings for the self-service kiosk and ATM
markets on Stand. Highlights include large format MicroTouch
Dispersive Signal Technology (DST) touch screens in 32”, 40”, 42”and 46”
screen sizes, MicroTouch ClearTek
II and ToughTouch II Capacitive Touch Screens, as
well as the latest chassis and desktop LCD touch monitors from 3M. DST touch
screens offer integrators an ideal solution for large-format interactive
displays in most public environments and applications, including digital
signage, retail point-of-sale, point-of-information, conference rooms and
education presentation systems. They have no front surface components to
impede bezel integration, they are easily sealable, and feature
chemically-strengthened glass to ensure operation is unaffected by surface
contaminants. Furthermore, their “dynamic touch” feature ignores static
objects on the screen to allow for multi-user touch capabilities. Also on
show will be world renowned ClearTek II Capacitive
Touch Screens, ideal for operators of self-service kiosks and ATMs. The
screens operate from +70°C to -40°C, which is a strong advantage for outdoor,
unattended and cold climate environments. Alongside ClearTek
II touch screens 3M will demonstrate its MicroTouch
ToughTouch II Touch Screens. These highly robust
touch screens are helping ATMs to operate successfully in all parts of the
world with their enhanced light transmission at 86.5% average and world-class
storage temperature ranging from -50 °C/+ 85 °C. Kiosk
Expo Europe: Stand 2.C14 More: http://www.3m.com/touch 9) Da-Lite Screen Company achieves ISO 14001 certification
More: http://www.da-lite.com 10) Chief: Thinstall Mount Series complements
new UltraThin HDTV designs
At less
than the width of a penny, Chief's New Thinstall
Series makes no compromise to maintain the low-profile of this year's
ultra-thin flat panel TV revolution. The new line of mounts incorporates
exclusive design features from Chief, like Glide Lock tool-less latching, to
achieve faster installation in the field. Designed as a one-piece custom
mount, the new Thinstall Series includes other
installer-friendly features such as sturdy steel construction, lateral shift,
an open wall plate design for easy electrical placement and 175 lbs (79.5 kg)
weight capacity. The first mount offered in the Thinstall
Series, PSMT2015, is designed for Hitachi's new 1.5 UltraThin
HDTVs. Complementing the ultra low-profile of this
TV, the PSMT2015 has a depth of only 0.49", measuring in at one-third of
the UltraThin flat panels it supports. Other Thinstall models will be added to the line to support new
thin flat panel TV models as they become available. More: http://www.chiefmfg.com 11) NEC Display Solutions: NEC Edu mount system
With the Edu Mount system, NEC Display Solutions is offering an
innovative and flexible "all-in-one" short throw projector solution
for white board applications in the education sector. The complete package
consists of the NEC WT610 short-range projector, a wall bracket (Edu Mount) with height-adjustable adapter plate (Edu Move) and an interactive whiteboard. The whiteboard
is mounted on the brackets adapter plate. The exceptional flexibility and
easy height adjustment of the solution enables participation of small
children in the use of the interactive whiteboards as well as easy height
positioning for tutors and teachers. The innovative NEC Edu
Mount system is used particularly in environments where space is at a
premium. The NEC WT610's patented mirror system enables it to be used to
project images with a diagonal of 40-inches at just 5.5 cm from the wall. The
whiteboard is fitted underneath the projector bracket and is securely fixed
to it with the help of an adapter plate. The complete system is wall-mounted
and glides vertically on rails. This has the advantage that it can be
individually adjusted to suit the presenter. More: http://www.nec-display-solutions.com 12) Christie: Christie AutoStack helps to quickly stack and blend projector
arrays
Christie introduces Christie AutoStack, a powerful, yet cost-effective and easy-to-use
image-blending solution that automatically calibrates and blends multiple
projector displays with unsurpassed speed and accuracy. The first of its kind
to be purpose-built for the Rental/Staging market, Christie AutoStack addresses the market’s “need for speed” in the
set-up of increasingly complex projector arrays, utilising a minimal level of
technical expertise to achieve quality, professional results. Christie AutoStack is also ideal for blended and stacked
projection displays that are permanently installed. End users can tweak and
align their systems to maintain optimal performance and image quality without
spending excess time and labour. “Christie AutoStack
is ideal for many of our customers. It represents the competitive edge that
will allow them to cost-effectively meet the needs of their most demanding
clients, while maintaining the highest standards of quality,” observed Joel
St-Denis, value-add product manager, Business Products. More: http://www.christiedigital.com 13) Extron: New universal AC power outlets
Extron
Electronics is pleased to announce that the HSA Hideaway Surface Access and
Cable Cubby Surface Access enclosures are now available with universal AC
power outlets. The new outlet accepts a wide variety of AC power plug styles,
including those used in the UK, Central Europe, France, Switzerland, Denmark,
Italy, Australia, and India, eliminating the need for most power adapters. Extron surface access enclosures offer elegant audio and
video connectivity solutions, providing discreet access to video, audio,
data, and power. Available in multiple designs and classic finishes, these
enclosures blend seamlessly into aesthetically sensitive, high profile
surroundings. "The universal AC power outlet brings the freedom and
convenience of nearly global AC power compatibility to users of the HSA and
Cable Cubby enclosure series," says Rainer Stiehl,
Vice President of Marketing, EMEA. "With a
universal AC power outlet installed there's no need to search for the correct
power adapter. Individuals can simply plug in their powered product and
proceed with the important business at hand." Available in 14 different
sizes and configurations, HSA and Cable Cubby models are ideal for use in
professional A/V presentation environments, as well as in hotels and
conference centers. More: http://www.extron.com 14) Analog Way: Powerful Scaler with enhanced Scaling
Technology
Analog
Way has announced a new High Grade Universal Up and Down Scaler:
Optimizer HD (Model OHD888 and OHD888-AG with Analog
Genlock). Optimizer HD by Analog
Way is an innovative High Grade universal Up/Down Scaler
with an enhanced scaling technology based on Bandlet
Transform by Let It Wave. It ensures significant improvement of standard TV
images into cinema like or wide screen displays, and real time TV to HDTV
stunning conversion. With Let It Wave’s highly innovative bandlet
transform technology, Optimizer HD is one of the most advanced SD to HD image
converter on the market. Fitted with universal analog
or digital input, Optimizer HD converts HDTV, TV or Computer signal into
Digital HDTV, TV or Hi-Res Computer format. It
provides simultaneously DVI-D and SD/HD-SDI with embedded Audio Outputs. It
provides an amazing image quality thanks to its new powerful geometric bandlet based computing technology by Let It Wave. The
true 10 bits TV/HDTV processing path is preserved by state of the arts over
sampling, 12 bits A/D converters.
Optimizer HD (OHD88-AG) is equipped with an Analog
Genlock input with an active loop through. Both
versions feature Analog balanced or unbalanced
Audio Stereo input for embedding Audio into the SD/HD-SDI signal with A/V
delay compensation. Its high flexibility combined with its processing quality
makes it essential in professional Broadcast, D.Cinema
and High End Pro AV environments. More: http://www.analogway.com 15) Cabletime: LAN-Caster IP Gateway on Show at InfoComm
Cabletime
has launched a new product in its MediaStar
Evolution family of IP products, the LAN-Caster – Digital Terrestrial or
Satellite TV to LAN (IP) Gateway. The new solution, which will be revealed at
Infocomm 08 on Booth N5669, allows an organisation
to connect live digital terrestrial broadcasts (DVB-T) or digital satellite
broadcasts (DVB-S2) directly into a LAN to deliver TV and radio to any
networked PC or display device such as a plasma or LCD to view live news,
sports and entertainment channels. Paul Reeves, Sales and Marketing Director
at Cabletime, said: “As the number of TV channels
available to an organisation grows through new services on both digital
terrestrial and satellite services, we are enabling organisations to combine
encrypted channels alongside free to air channels DVB-T and DVB-S2 services.
We are now able to offer those customers wishing to combine all of their TV
over the IP delivery requirements within a convenient 19” rack mount
chassis.” More: http://www.cabletime.com 16) Gefen: Two New HDMI Distribution Amplifiers
Connectivity
solutions provider Gefen today announced the
arrival of two new distribution solutions for digital high definition sources
and displays using the HDMI format. Available in distributions to four and
eight displays, both rack mountable units also enable the extension of HDMI
audio and video beyond its specified limits over industry-standard CAT-5
cable. The 1:4 and 1:8 HDMI CAT-5 Distribution Amplifiers include a sender
unit that performs a seamless split of one HDMI input with delivery to
multiple displays. Users have the option of ordering small, individual
receivers for remote displays that must be placed a distance from the source.
Signals can travel up to 300-feet (100m) at resolutions to 1080i, and up to
150-feet (50m) at resolutions to 1080p. Multi-channel audio is delivered
alongside the video using two CAT-5 cables that connect the HDMI source
(sender) to the display (receiver). Both sender and receiver units are
powered to ensure a high quality HDTV signal complete with HDCP compliance at
both short and long range distances. If users opt to connect their HDMI
displays directly to the sender, no additional power is needed. More: http://www.gefen.com 17) Artcoustic: New and powerful DF Multi 60” X2 Left/Centre/Right Speaker
Artcoustic has expanded its product line with the introduction of the new DF
Multi 60” Left/Centre/Right speaker. The DF Multi 60” X2 speaker unit is
ingeniously designed and is contained in one slender enclosure that can be
placed directly on the wall beneath all modern 60 inch flat screen monitors.
Its flexible design makes it possible to use the DF Multi 60” X2 as either an
LCR all in one or as one high end centre channel speaker. Designed to fill
small and medium sized rooms with full, accurate sound, the DF Multi 60” X2
is the ideal centre speaker for high performance multi-channel music and
movies. Its design offers a broad soundfield and
reference quality frequency response. The DF Multi 60” X2 incorporates four
5.5" woofers and six rippled dome tweeters that remain in charge of high
frequencies extending the response to 40kHz at 96dB (1W +/-2dB). The DF Multi
60” X2 is ideal for small to medium sized home cinema installations, and for
corporate presentation facilities. More: http://www.artcoustic.com 18) VELTEN presents a new LED outdoor wall
The
VELTEN GmbH, a European technology provider located in the Rhine-Main-region,
has recently enhanced its LED technology portfolio and is now offering the
innovative, just recently introduced Lighthouse R7-ER – a new outdoor LED
wall. Following the renowned R19- and R16-walls, the R7-ER represents the
latest innovation in the well-proven Lighthouse LED product series. This
modular video wall offers a stunning high resolution of 7.9mm pixel pitch,
according to the manufacturer. Furthermore, the R7-ER achieves a brightness
of 5.000 Nit and improved image processing compared to its preceding models.
In result, the LED wall delivers a stunning image quality. For VELTEN, this
outdoor LED wall represents a perfect addition to its existing portfolio. More: http://www.velten.tv 19) RGB: Using a videowall to control an underwater
ROV
Most
people think of a videowall as an array of
projectors displaying imagery in large venues, often public spaces serving
multiple viewers. Today, video wall processors are also finding use as
multi-monitor display systems serving a single operator. Perhaps one of the
most extraordinary instances of this is the control of undersea remotely
piloted vehicles or ROVs. Here the objective is the
delivery of critical information to a single decision-maker, the ROV operator
or a small team of operators. Hence the displays are likely to be flat panel
monitors rather than projectors and the total display space measured in a few
square feet rather than the dozens or hundreds of square feet of traditional
video walls. The monitor array may be considered to comprise the
"display real estate" available to the operator. Even where
individual images never span more than a single monitor, the advantage of a
display wall processor is that it offers unified control far more efficiently
than if the task were relegated to separate processors feeding individual
monitors. Underwater vehicles are used for a variety of missions, including
the laying of cable and pipelines. More: http://www.rgb.com 20) Invision UK: Two new Regional Sales Managers
Tim Corke and Barry Pim have joined
the sales team headed up by Peter Alloway and will
be covering the South/South West and Midlands/North areas respectively. Both
have strong backgrounds in retail and custom installation sales with major
brands and are looking forward to 2008 and beyond with Invision
who have some exciting new opportunities ahead. Tim Corke
said: “Apart from my eight years in the IT industry I have gained a lot of
experience with residential and corporate installs during my last tenure as
sales manager for Avensys Ltd.” With a sound
engineering background, Barry Pim stated, “I have
worked within the AV industry for almost 7 years within the Bang & Olufsen dealer network and look forward to working with
Peter and Invision UK’s premium brands in the
residential and commercial markets.” More: http://www.invisionuk.com Good bye,
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