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Publisher: CREACT KG, Linau, Editor in chief: Kai Kröger

Monday, 28. July 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)      IFA: Fascinating, innovative and in consistence with nature

As the world’s leading CE trade show IFA 2008 will showcase the complete array of fascinating news from a dynamic and innovative market. From the gigantic flat TV screens down to the minute TV mobile phones, from mobile media gadgets up to the complete sets of home cinema devices – IFA will present the highlights from all areas of entertainment. In addition, and for the first time this year, the leading brands of home appliances will be present at IFA. And for this segment of the exhibition similar trends come true: comfort, intelligent technologies as well as the efficient use of energy and other natural resources. This adds up to the key-features of guaranteed future, acceptance and economic growth.

More: http://www.ifa-berlin.com

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2)      photokina: More than 100 new companies

photokina's organizers are pleased to report their success in attracting new exhibitors. With five months still to go before the fair, more than 100 companies have announced their intention to exhibit at photokina for the first time. The Impressions XXL Projection Arena, which will be located in a special area, will focus on image presentations and projection, and will also demonstrate to trade visitors and end consumers how to make the emotional impact of good images much stronger by presenting them in an impressive manner. The aim of this event is to show photographers that a specific presentation and projection solution exists for every requirement, no matter how large or small the consumer's budget might be. Professional users, such as photographers, advertising agencies, travel agents, museums, architects, and companies, will also receive practical instructions on how to choose customized solutions that meet their particular needs.

More: http://www.photokina-cologne.com

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Enjoy reading !

 

Yours Kai Kröger

 

 

 

 

 

 

Headlines

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1)    IFA: Fascinating, innovative and in consistence with nature

2)    photokina: More than 100 new companies

3)    NEC Display Solutions: NEC NP905

4)    Toshiba: XGA projector xp2 is the latest addition to the Toshiba portfolio

5)    Canon: New models for portable projection

6)    Mitsubishi Electric: XD530E - WLAN projector for wireless presentations

7)    Christie: Single-Chip DLP-Projector DS+655

8)    COMM-TEC: Weibel Projector and Plasma Lifts

9)    Da-Lite Screen Company Receives Best Buzz Award

10)  Chief: New Installer-Inspired FUSION Series of Fixed and Tilt Mounts

11)  Gefen: New HDMI IR Extender

12)  Crestron: TPMCI-4XG handheld touchpanel

13)  RTI: T3-V Universal Controller Named CEDIA Award Finalist

14)  Matrox Veos: Set to drive digital signage to the next level

15)  Key Technology is going to announce a rebranding

16)  Roku: The First European Costumer to announce a trial

17)  Adtec Digital: Second Generation mediaHUB-HD-Pro

18)  eyevis: Oman Mobile chooses eyevis for its network Operation Centre

19)  RGB: Advanced A/V equipment for the Texas DOT

20)  DMi D&M: Downloadable upgrade for DENON CI AVRs

21)  Invision UK: Parasound rings the changes

22)  Aethra: New UK-based Company, Aethra UK Ltd

23)  Minicom: The official Minicom Advanced Systems representative in India

24)  Chief launches MOUNTBUILDER

25)  Gefen has revamped its website

26)  Integrated Systems Events to launch Middle East exhibition in 2009

27)  Da-Lite: Sales Team and Employees attains LEED AP Certification

28)  projectiondesign: Neil Wittering as International Strategic Business

 

3)      NEC Display Solutions: NEC NP905

NEC Display Solutions is expanding its NP series of desktop projectors with a new LCD-based model, which alongside its versatility and flexibility is also distinguished by numerous high-quality features. Coming equipped with a WLAN USB adapter certified for Windows Vista, the NEC NP905‘s plug & play networking capability enables effortless and wireless presentations. Connection to a local network is achieved quickly and simply without the need for any additional software. Features such as HQV (Hollywood Quality Video) technology ensure the NEC NP905 displays outstanding video quality, with video images also exhibiting particular stability and low noise. The NEC NP905 is ideal for those applications where flexibility in a desktop projector without any compromise on high-end features is particularly important – for example in conferences, in-house company training, or educational institutes where network access is essential.

More: http://www.nec-displays.com

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Alphabetical index of companies:

 

Adtec (17), Aethra (22), Canon (5), Chief (10) (24), Christie (7), COMM-TEC (8), Crestron (12), Da-Lite (9) (27), DMi (20), eyevis (18), Gefen (11) (25), IFA (1), Invision UK (21), IS Event (26), Key Technology (15), Matrox (14), Minicom (23), Mitsubishi Electric (6), NEC Display Solutions (3), photokina (2), projectiondesign (28), RGB (19), Roku (16), RTI (13), Toshiba (4)

 

 

 

4)      Toshiba: XGA projector xp2 is the latest addition to the Toshiba portfolio

Toshiba announces a new addition to its range of business class projectors: the XGA model xp2 (resolution: 1,024 x 768) is a mobile projector designed to provide superb image quality. The new addition features an integrated high-performance BrilliantColor chip that guarantees natural, vibrant colour. Weighing in at a mere 2.2 kg, the xp2 is the perfect travel companion for external appointments. Its XGA resolution image has 4:3 aspect ratio with 16:9 option. The Toshiba xp2 features excellent brightness and brilliant colour for outstanding images: in addition to 2,500 ANSI lumen brightness and 2,000:1 contrast ratio, the projector’s integrated BrilliantColor technology, developed by Texas Instruments, guarantees natural, vibrant hues plus enhanced colour reproduction, resulting in superior image quality. The xp2 is the ideal companion for business presentations. In addition to RGB inputs and outputs and S-Video inputs, it features Composite Video (RCA) and can handle input signals of 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p and 1,080i. The xp2 also offers compatibility with PC formats VGA, SVGA, XGA and compressed SXGA. From fall 2008 an additional LAN adapter will extend the capabilities of the xp2. This tool enables the projector to be connected directly to a computer network to improve the flexibility of projector control options. LAN Adapters will be available as optional accessories for models sp1, xp1 and xp2.

More: http://www.toshiba-projectors.com

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5)      Canon: New models for portable projection

Canon announces a new era for portable projection with the introduction of two new XEED multimedia projector models. While the XEED WUX10 forms an all-new addition to the XEED range, the XEED SX80 succeeds the popular XEED SX60 with a range of modifications and new features. Both models are ideal for use in boardrooms and conference centres, as well as specialist applications such as CAD, simulation and medical environments. Other possibilities include lecture theatres, sports and media bars, and professional photo applications. The XEED WUX10 and XEED SX80 employ LCOS panel technology. Designed in-house by Canon for optimum performance with other projector components, these panels overcome conventional projection setbacks – seamlessly reproducing fine detail with no unwanted ‘lattice’ or ‘rainbow’ effects. LCOS performance is optimised by Canon AISYS (Aspectual Illumination System). This optical array maximises light path efficiency, delivering two key advantages: outstanding brightness levels of 3200 lumens (XEED WUX10) and 3000 lumens (XEED SX80), and contrast ratios of 1000:1 and 900:1 respectively. With respective resolutions of WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels) and SXGA+ (1400 x 1050 pixels), the XEED WUX10 and XEED SX80 offer sufficient levels of detail for specialist applications such as CAD, simulation and medical imaging. WUX10 also allows projection from the latest high-resolution 16:10 aspect ratio PCs, without compression or panning of the desktop image.

More: http://www.canon-europe.com

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6)      Mitsubishi Electric: XD530E - WLAN projector for wireless presentations

With fast, wireless signal transmission from PC or notebook via WLAN, the XD530E is the projector of choice for users who want to maintain the greatest possible independence and flexibility while ensuring high image quality. The XD530E’s low weight of just three kilograms also makes it ideal for use as a portable projector. At the same time, its anti-theft protection and many security features also make it ideally suited for use in fixed installations as well. With a brightness of 3000 ANSI lumens, the XD530E delivers high image quality even in brightly lit rooms. The projection is based on the 0.55-inch DLP chip. True XGA resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels and a contrast ratio of 2000:1 guarantee a high-quality picture, while the system’s innovative DDP2230 signal processing ensures natural colour reproduction. The Splash-Screen function makes it possible to project a company logo while the device is starting up. The remote controllable projector can also be switched off immediately after the presentation (Instant Shut-down). The high service life of the lamp – up to 3000 hours in low mode – ensures reasonable service costs right from the start. The convenient lamp access from the top is particularly advantageous for maintenance.

More: http://www.mitsubishi-evs.de/en/home.asp

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7)      Christie: Single-Chip DLP-Projector DS+655

Christie introduces the latest addition to the popular Christie DS+ Series of dual lamp, single-chip DLP projectors. Compact and quiet, the projector delivers top-quality image reproduction for medium to large meeting rooms and classrooms, government facilities and executive briefing rooms where smooth, reliable operation is critical. Optimised for brighter whites and vivid colour, the Christie DS+655 is perfect for business presentations in high ambient light environments. It delivers a powerful 6,500 ANSI lumens and combines SXGA+ resolution with a contrast ratio of up to 7500:1. BrilliantColor, DNX, and the latest-generation 10-bit image processing technology produce dramatic colour rendering and video reproduction, broader colour bandwidth, and significantly reduced image noise. AV installers have the choice of six motorised, high-performance lens options with a throw ratio range from 0.8:1 through 7:1. Combined with horizontal and vertical lens shift, the projector can be positioned almost anywhere in the room. The long lamp life (2000 hours) and filter-free, sealed optical engine provide low cost of ownership with minimal maintenance. For applications that seek fully saturated colours, Christie offers a special, built-to-order configuration of this model, the Christie DS+405.

More: http://www.christiedigital.com

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8)      COMM-TEC: Weibel Projector and Plasma Lifts

Weibel is a manufacturer of electric ceiling and cabinet mounting lifts for projectors and Plasma- /LC-Displays which are installed worldwide in conference- and seminar rooms as well as in private houses. With immediate effect, COMM-TEC takes on the exclusive distribution for the Weibel lifts in Germany and Austria. While traditional lifts work with the scissors principle, all Weibel lifts use a patented spindle system that allows the projector or display to move extremely precise and smooth like a Swiss clockwork. The maximum horizontal deviation is 0,1 mm when the lift is in the upper or lower position.

More: http://www.comm-tec.de

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9)      Da-Lite Screen Company Receives Best Buzz Award

Da-Lite Screen Company, leading projection screen and audio visual products manufacturer, has been awarded the Best Projection Screen Award, by Insight Media, for the new 3D Virtual Black projection screen material.  Insight Media announced the 2008 InfoComm/Projection Summit Best Buzz Awards to attendees that both impressed Insight Media analysts and created a “buzz” at InfoComm and Projection Summit. The awards were given to products and technologies visible on the show floor and worthy of highlighting. At InfoComm 2008 Da-Lite Screen Company introduced the new 3D Virtual Black projection screen (see http://www.avp-newsletter.com/avpe2208) material designed exclusively for rear projection. To officially launch the 3D Virtual Black projection screen material Da-Lite showcased a 3D theater at a second InfoComm booth. The Da-Lite 3D Virtual Black theater had long lines all day and those that waited for the Da-Lite 3D experience stated it was well worth the wait.

More: http://www.da-lite.com

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10)  Chief: New Installer-Inspired FUSION Series of Fixed and Tilt Mounts

Chief’s new FUSION low-profile, universal mounting system provides the most progressive collection of features yet, focusing on usability and speed of installation. The new design, available in fixed or tilt models, was engineered to solve the most common installation problems for the professional installer and free up valuable time. Features of the FUSION Series include Centerless Lateral Shift offering up to 16” of post-installation lateral shift (8” left or right of uprights). ControlZone Leveling allows post-installation fine-tuning of height and leveling by inserting an Allen key into the ports at the top of the wall plate uprights. Centris Fingertip Tilt provides effortless tilting and Click-Connect provides an audible click when the screen safely engages with the mount. Common installation problems range from stud location or perfect placement, to leveling the entire installation. The new FUSION design evolved as a fully integrated solution to these common problems, with the benefit of speeding up installations, as well as simplifying the mounting process.

More: http://www.chiefmfg.com

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11)  Gefen: New HDMI IR Extender

Gefen announces the pre-release of its HDMI IR Extender. This hi-def audio/video extension system delivers 1080p full HD in the HDMI format with IR back channel control over two industry-standard CAT-5 cables. The instant delivery of IR signals allow users to control their hi-def audio/video sources from up to 100 meters (at 1080i) or 50 meters (at 1080p) in distance. Rack mounted sources can be accessed and controlled from any room or venue using this IR-enabled extension system. The use of CAT-5 cables offers installers the option of using in-wall cabling to transmit audio and video throughout the home. The Gefen HDMI IR Extender uses small sender and receiver units to connect local and remote devices; an IR Blaster is connected at the source. An optional RMT IR Extender at the receiving end can be used to further streamline the installation, allowing the receiver to be located out of sight. Both sender and receiver are powered to drive long-distance performance while supporting HDCP-compliant hi-def video. The system is engineered to compensate for CAT-5 cable skews, ensuring audio and video are delivered instantly with full HD quality at the remote destination.

More: http://www.gefen.com

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12)  Crestron: TPMCI-4XG handheld touchpanel

Crestron is pleased to introduce the TPMCI-4XG handheld touchpanel, the next generation of its TPMCI-4X, delivering 802.11g in addition to 802.11b WiFi communications, video and Windows Sideshow support. Ingeniously designed to provide a powerful wireless control solution that's easy to hold and intuitive to use, the new TPMCI-4XG puts a whole new level of control in the palm of your hand. The new TPMCI-4XG has a 3.5-inch color touchscreen, 16-bit graphics with 3D effects, high-res images, dynamic graphics and text, PNG translucency and animation. A stylus is also included for use with the on-screen keyboard, conveniently stowed in its own storage slot. The redesigned touchpanel features a stunning silver package and new ergonomic button layout. The new field replaceable battery also enables longer usage between charges. Integrated 802.11b/g WiFi technology delivers secure, high-speed 2-way wireless performance, communicating with Crestron control systems, computers, and media servers via a wireless Ethernet access point. Bidirectional communication provides control of all devices and systems, scrolling through playlists and songs, displaying cover art from a music library and support for Windows Sideshow. Windows SideShow enables the TPMCI-4XG to display PC and Web-based content through a network on a Windows Vista computer.

More: http://www.crestron.co.uk

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13)  RTI: T3-V Universal Controller Named CEDIA Award Finalist

Remote Technologies Inc. (RTI) has announced its T3-V Universal Controller has been named a finalist for this year’s Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA) Manufacturer’s Excellence Award for Best New Product. One of 30 finalists for the prestigious award, the powerful T3-V offers a high resolution, full VGA touchscreen display and wireless Ethernet in a stylish, ergonomic design. “We are thrilled to have the T3-V Universal Controller honored by CEDIA and its members,” said Pete Baker, vice president of sales and marketing for RTI. The T3-V Universal Controller is designed to satisfy the most discriminating user with custom graphics in sizzling color and clarity. Its high-contrast, full-VGA resolution 3.5” touchscreen showcases graphics, photos, and web pages with incredible detail. The assortment of hard buttons provides tactile feel and control of commonly used functions, including a three-way rocker switch for scrolling list navigation.