6)
Sony PSE: VPL-EX4 and VPL-ES4 –
the new projector generation
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7)
NEC Display Solutions: NP4000
projector designed for 24/7/365 operation
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8)
Da-Lite: Pursuit of ISO 14001
Certification
 Da-Lite Screen Company has started a
“Green AV” initiative by announcing that the company is actively pursuing ISO
14001 certification. ISO 14001 is an environmental management standard which
sets specific management requirements for responsible environmental systems.
According to Da-Lite’s CEO, Richard Lundin, “ISO 14001 will help Da-Lite
to protect the environment, prevent pollution and improve our green
performance.” “Da-Lite has already put into place a
number of green actions such as recycling all of our waste, implementing
solar panels on our roof and energy conservation with state of the art
interior lighting.” Tim Henson, Executive Vice President of Manufacturing, is
leading the company’s efforts in this area. Mr. Henson stated that “Many
companies claim to be green, but it is our opinion that only when a company
receives certification from an outside environmental expert such as ISO are
they truly green.”
More: http://www.da-lite.com
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9)
Vogel's presents EMO
Vogel's
is introducing the EMO stand for LCD/plasma screens. EMO stands for
Electronic Motion. The stand allows users to optimally adjust the TV screen
according to their viewing angle without having to get up from the couch. EMO
uses a specially developed, state-of-the-art electronic motor which
facilitates smooth and quiet moves. Thanks to the motor’s small design the
EMO stand has an elegant appearance, like its well-known manual counterpart.
An accompanying remote control offers a comfortable auto home function: After
finishing the viewing users can just bring the stand back into its original
position at the touch of a button. The EMO products are characterized by
elegant yet rugged design. All EMO frames are made of steel and high-quality,
polished aluminium. Another highlight is Vogel’s patented cable conduit
system, CIS, which hides cables.
More: http://www.vogels.com
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10) Toshiba: Enhanced Picture Quality
with New LCD TVs
Toshiba
LCD TV models in the high definition REGZA line are captivating due to
“Picture Frame”, a novel design concept which, thanks to halved frame size,
is characterized by a significantly reduced housing size. Hence, the 40“ Picture Frame device, 40XF350D, needs less space than a
common 37“ LCD-TV, and the 46” Picture Frame model, 46XF350D, can compete
with a 42” flat screen TV. Apart from an extraordinary sleek design, both
full HD XF series’ models come with state-of-the-art, innovative technology:
Both models consist of a panel featuring full HD resolution of 1,920 x1,080
pixels. The REGZA line utilizes PIXEL PROcessing V
which next to „Active Backlight Control“ facilitates
the delivering of stunning lifelike images. Another new feature - „Dynamic
Gamma Curve Correction“ – improves image details
without changing the pure black and white. PIXEL PROcessing
V hence delivers sharp, natural and brilliant images. The entire image
processing and representation is being deployed by a FULL 10 Bit Processing
resulting in a palette of more than one billion colours.
IFA: Hall
21a, booth 101
More: http://www.toshiba.de/consumer
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11) COMM-TEC: Mediasite exclusive sales for Germany and Austria
 Knowledge
transfer independent of location is possible via the network and Internet
infrastructure which can be realised on a time-independent basis using a
comprehensive online archive. Then the only thing missing is a tool to
reproduce the training or presentation audio-visually with the chance to
interact. Mediasite records presentations in their
entirety and reproduces them. The PC presentation is recorded (e.g.
PowerPoint) along with the speaker in sound and picture and in addition any
further sources used by the speaker, e.g. a document camera or a separate video
source (DVD player). The user can either follow the presentation live on a
website or alternatively call it up on a website at any suitable later point
and watch it then. The Mediasite recorder is the core component for recording
and editing presentations. It has analogue and digital audio and video inputs
to record the sources used in the presentation and integrated software for
editing the presentation during which the various picture and sound signals
are joined together and played back as finished presentation data. The Mediasite
server software allows the recorded and edited presentations to be published
on the company network or in the Internet. The software allows as many
presentations as desired to be catalogued in the network. The finished catalogue
can then be made available on a website. The cataloguing also provides a
search function in the finished catalogue which means the user can search the
whole catalogue according to event names, presentation subjects, names of
speakers and key words in the presentation. There is more detailed
information at the link below.
More: http://www.mediasite.comm-tec.de
and http://www.comm-tec.de
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12) IOGEAR launches 4-Port Automatic
HDMI Switch
Consumers
can now simultaneously control and connect up to four High-Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMI) devices to television sets, thanks to IOGEAR's new 4-Port Automatic HDMI Switch. IOGEAR's patented HDAS (High-Definition Automatic Switch)
technology instantly locks and transfers the active audio and video content
to the connected HD display. Users can now maintain a single Universal Remote
to control a home entertainment center by simply
powering on the desired device, and alternate between sources from the
comfort of their couches. A single HDMI cable connects an HDTV with the
Switch, which links up to four devices, such as Apple TV(tm), DVD players,
video game consoles and media servers. This significantly reduces the amount
of wires plugged directly into a television set, making it an ideal solution
for modern wall-mount set-ups and eliminating manual switching of A/V inputs.
More: http://www.iogear.com
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13) Kramer: TP-210 Distribution
Amplifier
Kramer
Electronics is pleased to announce the introduction of the TP-210 high
performance distribution amplifier for computer graphics video signals over
twisted pair outputs. The TP-210 will accept computer graphics video signals
with resolutions ranging from VGA through UXGA and higher. It takes one input
and provides 10 identical RJ-45 twisted pair outputs, as well as 2 computer
graphics video outputs on 15-pin HD connectors for local monitoring. The
TP-210 includes H and V Sync polarity switches for changing the polarity of
the signal for improved HDTV signal compatibility. It is perfect for the long
distance distribution of computer graphics video signals in presentation and
multimedia applications and it is ideal for installation where existing CAT5
cabling can be utilized. The TP-210 includes the Kramer Power Connect™ system
that allows the device to power any receivers that are connected to the unit
through the same CAT5 cable that carries the signal. Over standard gauge CAT5
UTP cable, the Power Connect system will work up to approximately 150 ft. (50
meters). Heavy gauge cable is required
for longer distance use of this feature. The range of the TP-210 is 330ft.
(100 meters) for each twisted pair output.
Each connected output from the TP-210 requires an appropriate twisted
pair to computer graphics video receiver at the end of the run to turn the
twisted pair signal back into a computer graphics video signal. The TP-210 is
in stock and available from Kramer Electronics sales companies around the
world.
More: http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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14) RGB: Dual Channel DGy Digital Recording & Streaming System
RGB
Spectrum has expanded its DGy line of digital
recording and streaming systems with the introduction of the new 401x model.
The DGy 401x can record
and replay up to two multiplexed channels simultaneously. The DGy uses the latest JPEG 2000 compression to achieve
almost lossless recording of high resolution sources. In addition, the new
Model 401x offers multicast streaming with bandwidth-efficient interframe compression. The DGy
401x offers record and replay of two fully synchronized channels, a powerful
capability to review correlated visuals. The DGy
system captures, compresses, stores, replays, and streams imagery at up to
1600 x 1200 pixel resolution. It supports computer, radar, sonar, FLIR,
X-Ray, HD and other high resolution signals, stereo audio,
and optional HD-SDI. In dual channel mode, the DGy
401x can record one 1280 x 1024 input at up to 30 frames per second or two
inputs at 15 frames each. Each input is recorded in real time and playback of
the two signals is fully synchronized. The DGy 401x
includes an internal 238GB removable hard disk drive and an optional 238GB
fixed hard disk for high capacity recording storage from 10 to 20 hours per
drive.
More: http://www.rgb.com
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15) beyerdynamic extends installation microphone series
beyerdynamic adds the “Silver Edition” design
version to the MPC 22/23 acoustical boundary microphone series. These
installation microphones come with a velour chrome finish in a matt silver
metallic colour which blends into materials such as high-quality wood. The
two-ply wire mesh microphone grille is robust and provides a low flow
resistance for optimum sound permeability. The SHM 22.18 mini gooseneck
microphone is another new product. It has been designed for installation into
tables or desks and is used for discussions or video conferences. The 85 mm
long gooseneck provides a 4-pin female mini XLR connection to connect the
microphone to the CVE 22.18 power supply which provides a protection against
mechanical vibration. If the microphone is not connected, the connection of
the CV 22.18 can be covered with a covering cap. The microphone can also be
connected directly to a beltpack transmitter of the
Opus wireless systems series and is therefore ideal for lecture rooms, forum
discussions or presentations. The microphones are shielded against inference
from mobile phones.
More: http://www.beyerdynamic.com/conference
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16) Polycom Inc. introduces the SoundStructure series
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17) AV Stumpfl:
Version 3.10 of the multimedia
software online Wings Platinum
Already
some months after the appearance of Wings Platinum 3, AV Stumpfl
is making a truly comprehensive update available with some new functions such
as graphic data calculation in the background, contrast correction for
videos, video support for Exe presentations and improved status display for
comprehensive multi-display equipment. The update to version 3.10 is free for
all Wings Platinum users. AV Stumpfl also places
great importance on system care and in this they pay particular attention to
the wishes of the user. As a result,
some small improvements have been made and some errors repaired from version
3.0 and there are also some interesting new functions. For example, the
graphic data for displaying the media are now automatically created in the
background. Work can still be done in the program while this process is going
on. This means enormous time saving in particular for multi-display shows
with many slave computers, since the user hardly notices the graphic data
calculation on the master computer because the pictures being processed at
that moment are given precedence. It’s worth noting that some of these
functions are now available in lower versions too. For example, in the
Starter version there are position markers for the navigation within a show
and the Pro version offers trigger control for text which up to now was only
available in the Show Control module. Detailed information is available from
AV Stumpfl.
More: http://www.AVstumpfl.com
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18) ict: Live event with CurveLED
 In the
middle of June there was a multimedia live event in the coach sheds at the
Stuttgart North station which kept some 500 visitors enthralled: with their
emotionally charged live event “Dry Your Eyes”, students of the Stuttgart Media
University (HDM) presented a concert by the German rock music prize winning
band Submarien as multimedia musical theatre. ict Innovative Communication
Technologies AG, Kohlberg, with its impressive event technology, was the main
media technology sponsor behind this successful production. The novel tennagels
curveLED was used for the first time at a live
show. A total of 30
sqm of flexible curveLED
strands suspended from a ceiling rig served as background for the concert
stage. With their 40
mm pixel pitch, the curveLEDs provided a first
class show effect. As an additional stage element, a high resolution 3 x 3 Seamless
Plasma Display wall was installed in front of the LED curtain and integrated
in the stage design. The event concept was complemented with 80 x 80 x 80 cm wooden cubes
distributed throughout the event room. ict supplied all the headphones and DVD-Players for the feed as well as
the 19” ict LC displays integrated in the cubes.
More: http://www.ict.de
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19) G+B: Marketing services with media
technology from G+B
From 22nd to 24th May 2007 over 500 exhibitors were presenting the
latest products and services in the marketing and picture sector at the Cross
Media Exhibition “Marketing Services” in Frankfurt. This year a particular
attraction for the public was the accompanying lectures and podium
discussions which for the first time were transmitted live over the Internet.
The media technology service provider Gahrens + Battermann took responsibility for the media
technological aspects of this information forum: for the visual support of
the lectures and discussions they installed screen towers which supplied
background information for any exhibition visitors who were interested.
Meanwhile the Gahrens + Battermann
technicians in director’s box made sure that the laptop interaction was
always working in harmony together with the sound equipment fitted with
wireless microphones. Even in the evening get-together media technology from Gahrens + Battermann played a
leading role: at the multimedia terminal “Profile No. 3“, which really stood
out thanks to the classy elegance of its smart aluminium shell, visitors
could send off emails with their photos. The whole concept, design and stand construction
was done by: Alles Bros. GmbH.
More: http://www.gb-mediensysteme.de
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20) CL: Barco FLM HD 18 and Panasonic’s 103
inch Plasma
A light
intensity of 18,000 centre lumens, HD quality and so quiet that you can use
it in the most sensitive environment without problems: the new Barco FLM HD18 is an absolute highlight in the rental
programme at CL video rental GmbH & Co. KG. Along with its brightness the
projector is also notable for its compact construction. The liquid-cooled
enclosed lens also allows it to be used in difficult conditions. The
extremely long life of the Xenon lamps reduces operating costs as does the
fact that lenses in the Barco RLM and SLM series
can be used. CL video rental GmbH & Co. KG has now also included
Panasonic’s 103 inch Plasma in its rental programme. Its 220kg make the
handling of the 103 inch Plasma anything but easy. For this reason CL
delivers the Panasonic plasma along with the ScreenLifter;
a swivelling, height adjustable stand. At the push of a button the screen
unloads itself from the case fully automatically. The ScreenLifter
allows the large plasma display to be raised smoothly up and for vertical
presentations it can even be turned 90 degrees and fixed to an upright
position.
More: http://www.cl-group.de
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21) ISE Recruits ‘Famous Five’ To
Ensure Continued Growth
Integrated
Systems Events, organizer of Integrated Systems Europe, Integrated Systems
Russia and the Integrated Systems Roadshow, is
announcing five new appointments to strengthen its team as its activities
continue to broaden. To begin with, ISE is appointing three new members to
its Board of Directors. Each Board Member can serve a two-year term and the
new members are Timothy Penn, Managing Director of AMX UK; Matt Teevan, International Director of Da-Lite
Screen Company; and Thierry Ollivier, Sales Manager
of projectiondesign. The trio replace A C Ter Meulen, President of
Mitsubishi Europe Benelux; Susanne Seidel, Vice President, Sennheiser, and John Forney Vice President, Lutron, who have all just completed their terms of
office. Additionally, Ian Morrish has joined ISE as
Sales Manager responsible for the UK, Benelux, Scandinavia and Latvia, as well as the residential
sector of the US market. Ian comes to ISE after
spending eight years working with CEDIA in the UK, the last four selling stand
space at the Association’s successful UK-based Expo. Also joining this month
is Dan Goldstein, formerly Editor of Installation Europe and The ISE Daily,
who has been appointed to run the Press Office for Integrated Systems Events.
>From now on, Dan will be the media’s main point of contact for all PR
matters relating to IS Europe, IS Russia and the Roadshow.
Mike Blackman concludes: “With our three new Board appointments, together
with the recruitment of Ian and Dan, we feel we are well-placed to ensure ISE’s continued growth in the months and years to come –
not just in our core Amsterdam event but in all our other areas of activity
as well.”
More: http://www.iseurope.org
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22) COMM-TEC: Medialon
sales for Germany, BENELUX and central Europe
With effect from 1st
July 2007
COMM-TEC is taking over the sales for Medialon
Systems in Germany, the BENELUX countries and central Europe. Medialon
Manager is a network enabled and hardware independent media control and show
control software for use in fixed installations of every kind and for use in
live operations. The system has freely definable programmer interfaces and
intelligent features such as Positracking. This
makes it possible to programme even more complex procedures easily. Medialon Manager allows the economic connection of
external media technology via the support of existing computer interfaces and
standardised extension cards from the industrial controlling sector. Driver
modules, watchdog functions and more make the Medialon
System a powerful tool for the professional user.
More: http://www.comm-tec.de
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23) Christie takes over Vista Controls Systems (Vista)
Christie, a global leader in visual solutions
for entertainment, business and industry, has announced that it has acquired
Vista Controls Systems, Corp (Vista), makers of the
powerful video processing systems, including the acclaimed Vista Spyder. The move creates a comprehensive source for image
processing and projection solutions for professional display markets –
combining the power and flexibility of Vista’s video switchers and real-time
windowing and composition products with the power, performance and
reliability of award-winning Christie projection systems. According to the
terms of the acquisition, the Christie and Vista transition plan ensures no
disruption to employees, customers or business partners, many of which are
already shared by both companies. This powerful merger of complementary
technologies means an unprecedented, seamless professional display solution
for a diverse range of global markets, including fixed installations,
rental/staging, broadcast and advanced visualisation environments.
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24) Da-Lite Names New Marketing Coordinator
Da-Lite
Screen Company is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Schwartz to
the position of Marketing Coordinator. In his new position, Brian will be
responsible for the coordination of Da-Lite’s print
and electronic marketing materials. Brian has three years experience with Da-Lite, most recently working with the inside sales
group, and has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Indiana University.
More: http://www.da-lite.com
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