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Publisher: CREACT Spain, Editor in chief: Kai Kröger

Thursday, 04. August 2005

 

 

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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: upsurge in international interest

IFA in Berlin will be opening its doors from 2nd to 7th September. For the organizers, gfu and Messe Berlin, the IFA-PreViews in Hamburg and Munich were a complete success. Some 500 journalists from all over Germany came in search of information about new products and trends at IFA 2005. Jens Heithecker, director of the Competence Centre at Messe Berlin and IFA Project Manager, was convinced that “the IFA PreViews 2005 reflects the curiosity in IFA and about the consumer electronics (CE) sector in general, and proves that this tradeshow is on the fast track to more success. Expansion of the rented display area has reached double figures, and increased interest around the world indicates that this year’s IFA will be bigger than ever.” The dynamic growth of the CE sector also takes the form of technological developments. “Visitors to the IFA 2005 – whether members of the public or from the trade – will be delighted with an enormous range of new items”, says Roland M. Stehle, gfu press spokesman. “From new mobile applications to attractive LCD and plasma screen technology, and high definition television HDTV, all the latest developments can be examined in detail in Berlin starting on 2nd September.” First innovations were presented at the IFA PreViews, including the world’s smallest PC at the heart of in-car entertainment system, LCD-TVs that can be individually configured regarding technology and styling, and the smallest projector in the world - not larger than a cigarette packet. HDTV is a major topic at the IFA Trend Talk entitled: “When will Germany finally get improved television?” Dr. Georg Kofler, Chairman of the Board of Premiere AG, emphasized at the forum: “HDTV will be the most important development for the next few years and will have a corresponding influence on the worldwide TV industrie. The IFA will be launching this new television age this September.” Intel also attracted a great deal of attention with its statement that IFA, for them, at this point is the most important tradeshows worldwide. Intel, accordingly, will showcase its largest presentation ever. Other companies participating at the IFA Previews were Blaupunkt, Casio Europe, Daewoo, Fujitsu Siemens Computers, Grundig, Hitachi, Intel, LG Electronics, Loewe, NEC, Panasonic, Philips, Phocus Electronics, Pioneer, Sharp, Toshiba and Yakumo.

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

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1)    IFA: upsurge in international interest

2)    Mitsubishi Electric: two new entry-level models

3)    BenQ: new PB6240 business projector

4)    Optoma: MovieTime – Instant Home Cinema

5)    Panasonic: PT-LB30NTE – powerful WLAN projector

6)    NEC: high-definition devices from NEC

7)    Projectiondesign presented projector study

8)    Christie: high resolution projection solutions for control rooms

9)    sax3d.com GmbH: software for automatic projector controlling

10)  Kindermann: anti-theft protection system for ceiling projectors

11)  WolfVision: firmware updates for widescreen support

12)  Samsung: IFA trends

13)  NEC Display Solutions: SpectraView Reference 21

14)  friendlyway: surveillance service for displays

15)  Comm-Tec: ProPLAY Audio – professional digital video player

16)  cinemateq: The brand-new HDTV Switcher Kit

17)  VITY: MINOMONO comes in September

18)  Kramer: The new VS-30FW FireWire

19)  Russound revealed their iPod friendly solutions

20)  TANDBERG acquires Ivigo, a 3G innovator

21)  Polycom: integrated conference room solutions

22)  DVS: Sony and DVS impress the film world with 4K digital cinema

23)  NEC: complete solutions for future digital cinema

24)  DA-LITE secures product and installation Awards

25)  WolfVision: Visualizer awarded at InfoComm USA

26)  Wacom: Intuos3 receives „red dot design award“

27)  Cabletime: New MediaStar installation at Open University

 

Alphabetical index of companies:

Benq (3), Cabletime (27), Christie (8), cinemateq (16), Comm-Tec (15), Da-Lite (24), DVS (22), friendlyway (14), IFA (1), Kindermann (10), Kramer (18), Mitsubishi electric (2), NEC (6) (23), NEC Display Solutions (13), Optoma (4), Panansonic (5), Polycom (21), Projectiondesign (7), Russound (19), Samsung (12), sax3d.com (9), Tandberg (20), VITY (17), Wacom (26), WolfVision (11) (25)

 

 

2)      Mitsubishi Electric: two new entry-level models

Mitsubishi Electric has enhanced its product portfolio by two DLP projectors which are suitable for any application and everyone’s budget. The new entry-level models, XD110U and SD110U, offer a good combination of technically handy functions at a little investment for the cost-conscious customer. Featuring 1700 ANSI lumens, users need not worry about fade-outs when it comes to both the XD110U projector and the SD110U projector. Pin sharp images are projected with a contrast ratio of 2000:1. Regarding reliability, neither of the two models makes any compromises.

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

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3)      BenQ: new PB6240 business projector

BenQ has recently introduced a new business projector to the market, the BenQ PB6240. For the first time, BenQ offers an entry-level projector with a brightness of 2700 ANSI lumens. Furthermore, the projector is characterized by an extraordinary silent operational noise level of only 31 dB (in ECO mode) in its class. In addition to high brightness, the use of the well proven DLP technology at a contrast ratio of 2000:1 guarantees pin sharp images and vivid colours. Additional functions like trapezoid correction, automatic signal input search, sound- and image screen, tilting and mirroring etc. make handling easy and functional. A range of connection possibilities extend the application area of this projector. Visual data can be transmitted to a monitor via RGB output.

More: http://www.BenQ-eu.com

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4)      Optoma: MovieTime – Instant Home Cinema

Optoma Europe has announced MovieTime – a High Definition Compatible, ultra portable projector with integral DVD player and sound system. It transforms any wall into the ultimate entertainment experience with huge widescreen images dwarfing the largest “Big Screen” TVs. With no setup or cabling required MovieTime is always ready to immerse the audience in stunningly realistic movie action, life size gaming and sporting events – bigger than ever before. MovieTime creates huge pictures even in small spaces – a 100” picture from as little as 3m away. Maximum picture size is a staggering 356” (9 m). MovieTime fits a huge 356” (9m) picture into an extremely compact device weighing only 3.5 kg. You can use it with DVD, Digital TV, or Satellite set-top boxes, game consoles, computers, camcorders, VCRs, or High Definition sources. It will also play MP3 files from CD. The integral stereo speakers supply audio. Users can add the optional Dolcen & Kreiling subwoofer for even greater impact. The MovieTime SCART RGB feature makes it easy to get very high quality pictures from digital satellite, digital TV boxes, or game consoles. MovieTime incorporates the unique O2air 3 stages air purifier that de-odorizes and reduces bacteria and harmful hydrocarbons in the air in your room. MovieTime will be available from the beginning of August. The Optoma Europe headquarters in Watford, UK, has offices in Düsseldorf/Germany, Paris/France, and Drammen/Norway.

More: http://www.optomaeurope.com

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5)      Panasonic: PT-LB30NTE – powerful WLAN projector

Panasonic has enhanced its projector range by another impressive model. The PT-LB30NTE featuring 3000 ANSI lumens is an extraordinary powerful WLAN projector. All models in Panasonic’s PT-LB20/30 series are equipped with the newly developed daylight view technology. It also includes auto operation with ambient light sensor (ALS). Furthermore, it is now possible to connect up to 16 PCs effortlessly with a single projector. Panasonic has presented a solution for wireless networking: Both the PT-LB20NTE and the PT-LB30NTE consist of an integrated IEEE 802 b/g compatible WLAN function. Thanks to Panasonic quick start function, images appear on the projection screen within just two seconds after pushing the power button. Direct power off allows users to disconnect the power cable immediately after finishing a presentation. Automatic cooling fans keep operating until the lamp is cooled. One-touch auto setup with digital keystone correction saves time – before, during and after presentations. In addition, operating safety and life span of the lamp are extended.

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

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6)      NEC: high-definition devices from NEC

NEC is showcasing the latest entertainment electronics technologies at IFA 2005 in Berlin. The focus is on the home cinema sector. The company is also presenting the new DVD burner, which can now support DVD-RAM for the first time. NEC is displaying application possibilities for perfect home cinema enjoyment in a “digital living room” and other living and working spaces equipped with the latest in multimedia technology. Controlled by a HD DVD PC driver or a HD DVD player, plasma TVs and home cinema projectors from NEC open the door to a totally new dimension of viewing pleasure. Award-winning home cinema projectors – creating that “cinema feeling” in even the smallest of rooms. The home cinema projectors HT1100 and HT510 which NEC is presenting at IFA are likewise HDTV compatible. The HT1100 offers  a sharp contrast (3500:1) and luminosity (1,100 ANSI lumens). The HT510 surprises with its especially quiet operation (26 dB), high contrast (1,200:1) and additional features such as wall colour correction and numerous connections for video, digi-cams, PC, DVD and game consoles. Those who had to do without spectacular home cinema in the past because their living rooms were too small will be delighted by the WT610 and WT615 projectors, recipients of the Plus X Award. At just 6.4 cm from the wall, they create a projection surface with a diagonal of more than one metre and are remarkable for their high contrast (3,500:1) paired with high luminosity (2,000 ANSI lumens). The devices are W-LAN compatible. Add the matching home cinema furniture to make this set even more attractive and save additional space – for users who want a tasteful interior as well as magnificent cinema. You will find NEC at IFA 2005 at booth 317 in hall 26.

More: http://www.de.nec.de/home.php/lang/ENG

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7)      Projectiondesign presented projector study

Projectiondesign caused a sensation when they presented the 10K concept model on InfoComm. The single chip DLP projector with 10,000 Ansi lumens, SXGA+ resolution (1400x1050 pixels), patented DuArch lighting system and 2x450W lamps realized a super bright and pin sharp image. There is only one study to date that shows what can be made possible with Texas Instruments’ single chip DLP technology, and the innovative manufacturer proved this using know-how in optics and mechanics. The Projectiondesign F3 model was awarded the "best in show" award on InfoComm. Available as XGA and SXGA+ model, the 5500 Ansi lumens bright and rich-in-contrast single chip projector is equipped with a two lamp system, two colour wheels and two light channels. The 12 kg device works very reliable (24/7 suitable) and very silent (30dB). After being in business for four years, Projectiondesign can offer a broad product range: the EVO model in the business series, F platform devices, F1+ and F3, in the professional range, as well as the ACTION! models in the home cinema series and the CINEO model in the e-Cinema range.

More: http://www.projectiondesign.com

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8)      Christie: high resolution projection solutions for control rooms

Christie Digital, provider of visual solutions for business, entertainment and industry, has recently presented the new GraphXMASTER RPMSP-D100U SXGA+ projection solution for rear screen and control room applications and the GraphXMASTER CSP70-D100U 70“ SXGA+ rear projection cube. Both devices are the latest developments in this innovative series featuring independent projection systems for command and control rooms, large screen tiled wall displays, network operations centres and all other 24/7 mission critical environments. In addition to SXGA+ resolution, both products offer 1100 ANSI lumens and a unique dual UHP lamp system. 1-chip DLP technology together with modular architecture allow for considerable advantages in a very efficient performance. The rear projection module can support a large number of various image sizes from 50“ up to 120“. Two different lenses are available: a 0.7:1 wide angle lens and a 1.16:1 version. The Christie cube is a one-in-all, independent 70“ display system with an integrated RPMSP-D100U operating system. The GraphXMASTER RPMSP Series provide the ideal industrial grade solution designed specifically for rear screen and control room applications.

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

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9)      sax3d.com GmbH: software for automatic projector controlling

The german sax3d.com gmbh, the manufacturer of the Holographic-Optical Projection Screen HOPS.®, has developed a software to switch on and off projectors automatically. The problem of using projectors in the area of advertising (POS / POI) is the limitation of the running time of the projectors (hours per day / days per week), to fulfil the guarantee conditions. By using the sax3d.com software a time-controlled switch on and switch off of one to four projectors is possible. By combination of the several projectors you can control if two projectors should run two times a day or one projector should run four times a day. This makes possible to let the projectors run all day without manual action and without breaking the guarantee conditions of the projector manufacturer.

More: http://www.sax3d.com

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10)  Kindermann: anti-theft protection system for ceiling projectors

Kindermann presented its new protection case for ceiling projectors. This protection system is suitable for projectors which are mounted with Kindermann ceiling mounts K-Vario Pro, K-Vario eco or Toshiba’s ceiling mount. The anti-theft device is a powder-coated (RAL 9006) metal case in the size of 470 x 450 x 300 mm (L x W x H) featuring a glazed projection opening (250 x 150 mm). There is a revision cap on top of the case which is fixed by lever pivot so that only authorized personnel can get direct access. The protection case is suitable for projectors up to a size of 370 x 370 x 150 mm (L x W x H). The anti-theft protection system with a weight of 8.2 kg can be effortlessly fixed to the ceiling mount. A special grid material secures the projector’s ventilation. Projectors can still be controlled by remote control. Combination possibilities with other ceiling mounts are available upon request.

More: http://www.kindermann.de

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11)  WolfVision: firmware updates for widescreen support

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