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5) BenQ:
PB2240 - the portable projector!
BenQ has
introduced the new PB2240 data video projector on the market at the beginning
of August. The PB2240 is very portable! It only weighs 1,9 kg at a size of
238 x 60 x 180 mm. The micro-portable projector achieves a brightness of
2,000 ANSI-lumens - the best brightness in this weight class. BenQ PB 2240
has a XGA-resolution (1´024 x 768) supporting signals from VGA up to SXGA. A
contrast ratio of 2,000:1 guarantees brilliant projections with bright
colours and deep blacks. The brightness can be reduced to 1´600 ANSI-lumens
in eco-mode, the noise level can be reduced to just 32 dB. The life span of
the lamp is 3,000 hours. The user can choose between the formats 4:3 and
16:9. Movies are thus projected in the right size. Automatic
keystone-correction saves manual adjustment. The BenQ PB2240 is offered at a
suggested retail price of 2,249 Euro (incl. VAT).
More: http://www.benq.com/
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6) MEDIUM
presents: PLUS U4-232
A lightweight
of 1,5 kg and an intensity of 1,800 ANSI-lumens - these are the features that
make the new PLUS XGA projector the brightest in its category. The device
serves as successor of the successful U4-136, which will be expiring in September.
The U4-232 has various convincing features such as an excellent consistent
brightness and sharpness. Thanks to a high contrast ratio of 2,000:1 the
projector suits all video applications. Just 34 dB in Eco Mode allow for a
comfortably silent noise-level during presentations. In addition, the U4-232
is equipped with a DVI-I input generating perfect PC images and a component
input for DVD players.
More: http://www.medium.de/scripts/index.cfm
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7) Toshiba
presents business projector T80
 Toshiba Projection & Display
Technology (PDT) has extended their business projector portfolio by the T80. This
projector is equipped with DLP-technology reaching a high contrast ratio of
2,000:1 and a brightness of 1´600 ANSI-lumens. These features guarantee
brilliant picture quality with pin-sharp presentation and outstanding
projection quality even under bad light conditions. Thanks to an
XGA-resolution (1´024 x 768 pixel) data representation is excellent. The projector
also easily processes both compressed SXGA and UXGA resolution. Three
possible image modes offer the choice between standard, high-brightness, or
true-colour mode. Thanks to a light weight of 2.8 kg the T80 is also perfect
for mobile use. All connections are located on the projector´s rear side
which is very handy. The T80 is available since the end of July at distributors
and trade dealers. The suggested price is 2,290 Euros plus VAT.
More: http://www.toshiba.de/projectors
eMail: projektoreninfo@toshiba-teg.com
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8) Dukane
introduces Imagepro 8942 LCD projector
Dukane
Corporation´s Audio Visual Products Division is proud to announce the
ImagePro 8942 LCD projector. The 8942 boasts XGA resolution (1024 x 768),
4500 ANSI lumens, and an 800:1 contrast ratio. The 8942 has several optional
bayonet style lenses making installations fast and easy. The 8942 also
features network capability for remote monitoring, maintenance, and control. It
consists of features like horizontal and vertical keystone correction, lens
shift, progressive scan video, and convenient top-access lamp replacement. Connectivity
includes RGB, composite, component, M1, and S-Video. The 8942 also includes
RGB output and RS-232 for wireless mouse control. Dukane offers a five year
limited warranty. It is available to ship immediately.
More: http://www.dukcorp.com/av
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9) EPSON
EMP-74L projector is now available
The new EPSON
EMP-74L is dedicated to companies that are in need of an easy, yet powerful
projection solution for on-location presentations. Latest EPSON technologies
(EPSON focuses on well proven 3LCD-technology) include connection
possibilities and high reliability which turn the XGA-projector into
cost-effective device. The EMP-74L boasts up to 2´000 ANSI-lumens (depending
on operation mode) and a fan noise level of only 33 dB. Thanks to quick start
and shut down as well as automatic trapezoid correction the EMP-74L serves as
the perfect partner on the road or in the education sector. The suggested
price is 2,300 EURO incl. VAT.
More: http://www.epson-europe.com
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10) Christie:
InfoComm news
On InfoComm,
Atlanta, Christie Digital Systems exhibited various new products. The Roadie
25K represents the new flagship product. The projector is equipped with a 2K
resolution (2´048 x 1´080), latest 3-chip DLP technology, a contrast ratio of
1500:1 and a brightness of 25,000 ANSI-lumens. It offers the highest
brightness for xenon-arc based projection technology. Christie Roadster
S+16K, S+12K and S+8K are characterized by a native resolution of SXGA+ (1400
x 1050) and a brightness of 16,000, 12,000 resp. 8,000 ANSI-lumens by 90 %
brightness uniformity. Based on a 3-chip DLP-technology, 0,95" DMD
chips, this new Roadster offer a 1500:1 contrast ratio (full-field). Further
new Christie projectors are the DS+6K and DS+4K. The new Christie DS+60 is
the world´s brightest 1-chip 0,95" DLP projection system covering the
entire rental staging and fixed installation markets. Further new projectors
are the DS+25, the LX66 and the LX+58. In addition, there is to name the new
Christie Nova Rear Screen Display Structure system, a solution that
complements all Christie projection possibilities.
More: http://www.christiedigital.com/
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11) InFocus:
LP600 - first projector with USB-interface
The new
InFocus LP600 projector offers an entirely new feature: the integrated
USB-interface "LitePort" saves the presenter from carrying his
notebook along and install it on-location. A small memory stick is all it
needs when giving a presentation with the InFocus LP600. The LP600 is
lightweight, however powerful and ideal for conferences and meetings presented
by several speakers. Every speaker or presenter just needs to load his or her
USB-stick, and presentations and pictures are displayed on the screen. The
included InFocus "LitePort Utility Software" transforms documents
into jpeg-data at a mouse click - in result, all data can be loaded via
common USB-interfaces. The projector also functions wireless: thanks to
"LiteShow" module the connection cable between notebook and
projector can be abandoned. The LP600s technical features are convincing: a
DDP2000 DLP-chip, 2000 ANSI-lumens and a contrast of 1000:1 deliver pin-sharp
images.
More: http://www.infocus.com/
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12) NEC
Summer Special: extra warranty for plasma displays
The NEC-summer
special with the purchase of plasma displays is running until 30th September:
NEC is extending warranty of XGA-plasma displays from 2 to 3 years at no
charge. This extension of warranty applies to the new high-resolution plasma
displays 42XM2, 50XM3 and 61XM2. Among the most important features are the
three-stage energy saving mode which allows for brightness reduction. Energy
consumption can thus be reduced up to 40 %. In addition, colour settings and
contrast can be adjusted individually. The three plasma displays, which are
available in the sizes 42", 50" and 61", have a resolution of
1,024 x 768 with the 42XM2 and up to 1,365 x 768 pixels with the 50XM3 and
the 61XM2. Entirely digital signal processing that has been newly developed
by NEC delivers extra brilliant images as well as a contrast ratio increased
by 170% in comparison to the previous model.
More: http://www.necd.de/productoverview.php/id/927
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13) Samsung:
Q-series to revolutionize plasma market
A new Samsung
plasma monitor generation is revolutionizing the display market. The Q-series
offers image diagonals between 42" and 63". The new plasmas by
Samsung can run up to revolutionary 50,000 hours without showing any loss of
image quality. All models are characterized by a contrast ratio of 3,000:1
and a brightness of 1,000 candela per square meter at a noticeably lower
power consumption. In addition, Samsung has taken measures in order to
diminish burn-in effects. The DNIe-technology developed by Samsung creates a
sharper and clearer picture. To receive a larger video wall several
Samsung/plasmas can be installed together as "matrix display". Thanks
to the advanced technology plasmas have developed into direct competitors to
large format TFTs and are available at a more attractive price [63"
screen PPM-63 H3Q (13,599 Euros), 50" PPM-50 H3Q (6,099 Euros) and
42" monitor PPM-42 S3Q (2,799 Euros)].
More: http://www.samsung.com/
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14) New
LCD-TVs from Toshiba
Toshiba
Europe, Consumer Products, has expanded their product portfolio by two
high-end LCD-TVs. The 32WL46P model (82 cm picture diagonal) is characterized
by extraordinary image quality - very sharp and detailed. The image improvement
technology Pixel PROcessing II and the Crystalline technology enable this
stunning quality. Pixel PROcessing II is an optimised Toshiba Technology
Pixel PROcessing option for LCD-TV and includes the "real speed
progressive" system, which generates full pictures out of half pictures.
The Crystalline technology controls the panel at reaction times of 10 msec
and thus avoids ghosting effects. A contrast ratio of 800:1 and a brightness
of 500 cd/qm enable extraordinary picture quality. Videotext-pages are
recallable without waiting period due to high memory capacity of 2,100 pages.
The 32WL46P is HDTV-able and offers various extra playing device connections.
It is now available at a suggested retail price of 4,499 Euros.
More: http://www.toshiba.de/consumer
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15) Viteq:
new plasmas from DreamVision
French
manufacturer of DreamWeaver-projectors, DreamVision, has named their new flatscreen
model series "Odyssie". Four high-end flat screens in the formats
30", 42", 50" and 60" consist of latest equipment using
LCD- or plasma-technology. Odyssie 30 offers an LCD screen with 75 cm picture
diagonal and 1700 angle (h & v), a HDTV-able panel resolution of 1,280 x
768; it also includes cable-TV-tuner and stereo-audio-speakers. Odyssie 42 is
the "larger brother" with similar features, however it consists of
a 106 cm picture diagonal, a VWGA panel resolution with 300:1 contrast ratio
at an angle of 1600. Odyssie 50 and 60 plasmas offer 127 cm resp. 152 cm
picture diagonal, a HDTV-able panel resolution of 1,366 x 768 (Wide-XGA) and
a convincing contrast ratio of 1000:1 at a 1600-angle (h & v). All models
are now available exclusively at the distributor viteq-media. The suggested
retail prices are (incl. VAT):
3,999 Euros (30"), 4,999 Euros (42"), 9,990 Euros (50") and
19,990 Euros (60").
More: http://www.viteq-media.de/
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16) CinemaLite
and LiteScreen from Projecta
 Projecta presents two new portable
projection screens: CinemaLite and LiteScreen. Both screens are ultra-light
and designed for both professional and home cinema use. They can be set up
everywhere, whether in the office or at home. CinemaLite is an extremely
light and height adjustable projection screen with a 16:9-format, which is
perfect for applications at home. This screen will be available in retail
stores at a price between 395 and 495 Euros depending on the model and extra
equipment. LiteScreen is the portable solution for professional presentations
anywhere and anytime in 4:3-format. However, this screen is also suitable for
home users (16:9). A gas-operated, scissor-shaped folding mechanism
guarantees flexible height adjustability and a flat, firm projection screen. It
comes with a black aluminium case. LiteScreen is available in the sizes
60", 80" and 100". It will cost between 550 and 750 Euros.
More: http://www.projecta.nl/
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17) Hagor:
LCD mounts - innovation in functionality and design
The new Hagor
LCD mounts are available as shapely wall mounts with one (Monofix), two
(Duofix) or three joints (Trifix), as pillar or as ceiling mount. These LCD
monitor mounts are special due to their masked cable routing (with Duofix and
Trifix). A cable extension module is also available. The LCD mounts are
suited for screen sizes between 10" and 30". Displays are
swivel-mounted up to 190 degrees and can be tilted by +/- 20 degrees. The
mounts can bear a weight of up to 20 kg. A universal VESA-fixing system
allows for easy assembling. More information on the universally applicable
flat screen mounts and further offers can be found on the recently revised
manufacturer´s website.
More: http://www.hagor.de/
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18) Projektorreinigung.de
- on-location projector cleaning
Projector
cleaning - in order to make dust visible on LCD-projectors, the outer parts
of the glass slides need to be focused. Dust accumulating on the optical
parts of an LCD-projector can´t be avoided, not even with the help of an
integrated dust filter. Apart from the derogation of picture quality dust can
also damage mechanical projector components. This is why users should at
least pay attention to cleaning the dust filter regularly. Damage of
mechanical components caused by dust is generally not included in the
warranty and thus has to paid by the customer himself. AVP, a Duesseldorf
company, is offering on-location cleaning of all data- and video projectors. The
advantages are clear: up to 80% less damage and projector life span is
extended considerably.
More: http://www.projektorreinigung.de/
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19) WS-Spalluto:
Sonavis One - the media entertainment centre
"Sonavis
One" is a media entertainment centre which offers high-quality home
cinema functions. All functions that are a must with regards to digital
multimedia home cinema are included in the system. "Sonavis One"
scales any projector´s TV or DVD resolution up to high definition (1´080i
resp. 1´920x1´080). By plugging the system to a digital connection of e.g. a
video projector or a multi-channel digital amplifier the system becomes a set
top box for any DVD-player, music-/photo-server, jukebox or game console. And
"Sonavis One" has to offer even more - thanks to a wireless
keyboard numerous high-end PC possibilities are available: internet, email,
electronic encyclopaedia, photo- and video editing etc. Thanks to the
combination of many innovative features "Sonavis One" is unique;
features include for example progressive DVD, HD-video, video compression (up
to 85%), full text programme guide, etc.
More: http://www.wsspalluto.de/
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20) SMART
Board wins 2004 Worlddidac Award
SMART
Technologies announces it has won a Worlddidac Award for the SMART Board
interactive whiteboard from the Worlddidac Foundation, an independent,
international trade association for the education market. The SMART Board interactive
whiteboard, which is used in more than 100,000 classrooms in 65 countries,
won in the category for hardware-based systems. Judging criteria included
pedagogic value, innovation, ease of use, design, quality, safety and many
more. The award presentation will take place on October 26, 2004 in Basel,
Switzerland in conjunction with WORLDDIDAC 2004.
More: http://www.smarttech.com
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21) SysComTec:
Twisted Pair (CAT5) Transmitter as PC card
The MultiView
PCI plug-in card only needs 1 PC slot for power supply, hence, there is no
need to install an extra software. The card is compatible with all other
MultiView products. The PCI-system can transmit stereo-audio signals or
RS232-commands with the computer screen signal at a resolution of up to
1´600x1´200 over a distance of 450m as well as up to 1´920x1´440 pixels over
305m. Thanks to a serial remote function displays or projectors can be
controlled. Due to direct cabling of remote displays via CAT5e and a separate
monitor output no further cables or power supply units are necessary. The
suggested retail price is 490,- EUR plus VAT.
More: http://www.syscomtec.com/
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22) Alluvial:
light mirror-projection - alternative solutions
As the largest
producer of light mirrors / foil mirrors in the world, Alluvial offers
specific mirror solutions (patent no. 44 45 302 7) for every problem. The
alluvial light mirror is composed of a self-supporting aluminium frame,
through which mirror foil of 22 µm in thickness is drawn by machine. This
foil is processed by certain specific procedures - depending on the area of
use - in such a way that a one-hundred percent mirror image is created. Then
it doesn´t depend on whether users imagine their mirror as round, square or
polygonal. All mirrors are available in 2 and 4 centimetre profiles. Thanks
to their minimal weight, high resolution, non-distortion and
indestructibility, they provide users with a wealth of possible uses.
More: http://www.alluvial.de/index.php?iRubrikID=1050
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23) AV
Stumpfl: Monoblox Syst. 32/62 awarded at Infocomm
 AV Stumpfl continues to set the
standard in innovation by winning Best Projection Screen Product at this
year´s Infocomm 2004. The Rental & Staging Systems award was given to the
Monoblox Mobile Projection Screen" System 64 which is currently the
biggest mobile screen system. Monoblox was developed for mobile large screen
presentations (up to 7,5m width) and is based on a foldable one piece frame
system. Similarly built, it is also available as System 32. This system only
differs in strength of the used aluminium foil from the System 64. System 32
can thus be used in medium sized screens (up to 5m width). The Monoblox
System´s unparalleled design, performance, and durability took top honours
within its category and received the award. The Monoblox System 32 and 64 portable
projection screen is now available for rent.
More: http://www.avstumpfl.com/ +
http://www.avstumpflusa.com/
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24) The
Screen Works: EZ-Fold Equipment Tower
The Screen
Works introduces two new portable, folding accessory products for the
presentation market. The new E-Z Fold Tech Surround is a portable, "no
tools assembly" alternative to standard pipe and drape. The system is
manufactured using sturdy, lightweight 1" anodized aluminium tubing. Another
new "no tools assembly" portable presentation product is the
EZ-Fold Equipment Tower. These compact, folding equipment stands are made
from 1" anodized aluminium and carry more than 200 pounds of AV
equipment. The E-Z Fold Equipment Tower stands 72" high and has a
footprint of 36" x 28". All components pack into a wheeled, black
poly case for easy transport.
More: http://www.thescreenworks.com/
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25) Adeo:
new screen surface for hi-end home theatre
Adeo Group is
proud to announce a new kind of projection surface available on all its
screens (for small sizes, up to cm 250 of base size). The new surface for
frontal projection, temporarily named "Grey", exalts LCD and DlP
projectors performances (with power included between 700 and 3000
ANSI-lumens) with video output. The grey coloured surface allows obtaining a
wider range of greys and blacks enhancing a higher contrast and ensuring a
general improvement of the quality of pictures. The new surface is suited for
applications into hi-end home theatre field. Important new feature are the
wide open viewing angles (170 degrees horizontal and 110 degrees vertical).
More: http://www.adeogroup.it/
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26) CT:
Barco I-Lite 6 XP at Netherlands live shows
CT Germany,
service provider for audio-visual media technology, provided their sister
company JVR with the new MiPIX road modules VersaLIGHTGUIDE and Barco i-Lite
6 XP LED in order to use them in three big live shows in the Netherlands. CT
Germany installed the LED walls Barco i-Lite 6 XP as stage setting for the
event and took over the service for assembly and equipment. The four LED
walls, each of which 7 qm large, were controlled by a Catalyst system. The
show was run live on the Netherlands TV. Another equally big show was the
"Night of Oranje" in the Rotterdam Ahoy stadium. There, the stage
design consisted of a combination of LED wall, MiPIX road module and
VersaLIGHTGUIDE. CT Germany delivered 20 qm of the new MiPIX road modules and
40 qm VersaLIGHTGUIDE each to JVR. The entire equipment was installed into a
custom-made mechanical construction. The combined commitment of both sister
companies proofs once again that there creative application possibilities
exist using different, flexible LED-technologies.
More: http://www.ctgermany.com/
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27) ict-system
at the Tegel airport in Berlin
 Visitors of the Berlin airport
Tegel are being informed in multimedia for a short time. More than four large
format split screen projections were installed between the gates and 27
plasma screens were put up at the departure gates. Visitors can now watch a
mixture of flight information, world news and advertising on the system. The
system was designed by 3G-Media (general contractor) and implemented by the
ict AG. In order to realize split screen presentations, that are composed out
of four individual segments each using different contents, the ict multimedia
specialists used their own software TouchVision. Due to different
requirements the plasma systems needed individual programming, which was also
put up in a modular way on the author system TouchVision BASIC. Special
requirements, including a combination of information and advertising in one
split screen representation on a synchronous display, were implemented
successfully.
More: http://www.ict.de/
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28) Citybeam/Lumin:
displays in the Munich underground
The Munich
media agency Citybeam installed several rear-projections using Lumin Light
foil in various Munich underground stations. Closed ticket booths were used
in order to install the Light foil onto the existing security glass from the
inside. The display is fed with content through Citybeam from a central
location. Many regional and national companies like Puma and the city of
Munich are already using the platform as a future information medium. Next to
further installations in Munich similar installations will also be set up
soon in Berlin.
More: http://www.lumin.de/index1eng
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29) Mauell
large screen projection technology is running reliable
The large
screen projection technology that is in operation at the electricity- and
gas-provider EWE AG, Oldenburg, Germany since 2002 is running reliable. The
Helmut Mauell GmbH had installed two 70" SXGA Mauell ME multiview cubes
with automatic lamp changer. The system stands out with regards to
reliability and ease of maintenance. The multiview cubes are directly
connected to the STS processing information system Prinz 5.0 via RGB
HV-analogue-connection. The large format screens are used in the EWE AG
control room for general survey and operation of the electricity- and gas supply.
More: http://www.mauell.de/
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30) Toshiba
L&T video walls at Foxtons offices
Foxtons,
London´s leading property services company, has installed several Toshiba
P500DL video walls into their offices. The first one has been installed in
the Chelsea office on Kings Road, London. The Toshiba P500DL uses a DLP
advanced optical engine to produce crisp, bright and stable digital images. It
is designed for digital input, the unit accepts up to SXGA signals. The
internal signal splitter allows magnification of up to 6 x 6. It consists of
a brightness of 500 cd/m2. With a cabinet depth of 550 mm, the unit is easy
to store and stack.
More: http://www.tlt-uk.com/
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31) Luxion
has become NEC-Mitsubishi PDT-centre
NEC-Mitsubishi
Electronics Display-Europe has celebrated the induction of their new Public
Display Technology centre (PDTC) with a road show leading through Germany. The
NEC-Mitsubishi PDT centre has stopped at the Luxion offices in Heusenstamm
(11th August) and Duesseldorf (12th August). Apart from product presentations
presenting 30" and 40" LCD public displays it is mainly
live-demonstrations of new public displays applications that are in the focus
of events in the showroom. At the PDTC inauguration ceremony visitors could
get a free 2-week LCD4000 test run and win a 17" LCD. Further
information about the event is available on the distributor´s website.
More: http://www.luxion.de/
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32) Samsung/Sony:
TFT LCD Manufacturing Building Completed
S-LCD Corporation
celebrated completed construction of the world´s largest generation 7
amorphous TFT LCD panel production building in Tangjung, South Korea. Mass
production is expected to start in the first half of 2005 after production
testing. S-LCD Corporation is an equal joint investment by Samsung
Electronics Co. Ltd. and Sony Corporation. It was established on April 26th
2004 and is dedicated to the manufacturing of amorphous TFT LCD panels for
LCD TVs. The facility boasts the most advanced manufacturing equipment for
7th generation LCD panels, with a production capacity of 60,000 panels/
month.
More: http://www.samsung.com/ +
http://www.sony.com/
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33) Philips
PolyLED TV prototype
Philips has
recently demonstrated its first 13-inch PolyLED TV prototype based on polymer
OLED (organic light-emitting diode) technology at the Society for Information
Display´s International Symposium in Seattle, USA. Philips has produced a
prototype 13-inch display (resolution 576x324) to demonstrate the feasibility
of manufacturing large-screen polymer OLED displays using high-accuracy
multi-nozzle, multi-head inkjet printers. The excellent and sparkling image
quality of Philips´ PolyLED TV prototype illustrates the great potential of
this new display technology for TV applications. According to current
predictions, a polymer OLED-based TV could be a reality in the next five
years. Polymer OLED display technology offers advantages over current LCD
displays such as wide viewing angle and fast response time, excellent
black-level performance and outstanding picture contrast. A polymer OLED
display is an emissive display which means that it requires no backlight and
can therefore be manufactured in exceptionally thin form-factors, enabling
displays no thicker than a pane of glass.
More: http://www.philips.com/
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34) LANG
AG: general distributor for Digital Projection Ltd.
 LANG AG and projector-manufacturer
Digital Projection Ltd. already signed contracts for a general distribution
of high performance projectors in Germany, Austria and Switzerland on
InfoComm in Atlanta. Tests that were executed about the quality of the new
projectors from Manchester not only convinced the LANG AG engineers but also
the first customers. Especially the cooperation between NEC Viewtechnology
and Digital Projection bear fruit with regards to new conceptual and
technical design of devices. Following the German premiere of the Lightning
35HD-2K (2048 x 1080 pixels) on the Lindlar High Definition Event at the
beginning of July, the first devices of the Highlite 12000Dsx+ (1400 x 1050
pixels at a contrast ratio of more than 2000:1) have now been included in the
LANG AG rental park and are ready for presentation with interested parties.
More: http://www.lang-av.com/
eMail: orbach@lang-av.com
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35) CL
is Samsung dealer
The technology
renter CREATIVE LIGHTING media technology is dealer for Samsung plasma
displays and large TFTs since Juli1. Therewith the Dresden company has found
a perfect addition to its extensive Pioneer equipment. CL is planning to
build a display technology competence centre and is thus laying the emphasis
on displays that are larger than 30". CL also offers a plasma display
that has an image diagonal of 63", currently the biggest available
plasma on the market worldwide. In addition, 42" and 50" monitors
offer extraordinary performances. All monitors have a brightness of 1000
cd/qm, a contrast ratio of 3000:1 a various video split and
picture-in-picture functions. CREATIVE LIGHTING also offers all plasma
monitors for rent. The company is going to exhibit on three important trade
shows this autumn. The AV-specialists will also be exhibiting on Prolight
& Sound in Shanghai for the first time. Furthermore, they will be
participating on "crossmedia" in Dresden and "Deutscher Eventtag"
in Duesseldorf.
More: http://www.cl-group.de/
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36) AVE
and Pioneer further intensify cooperation
AVE Audio
Visual Equipment Verhengsten GmbH & Co and Pioneer Electronics
Deutschland GmbH are breaking new ground in order to intensify their
cooperation. The AVE offices will be equipped with Pioneer equipment which
encompasses the entire Pioneer Professional Multimedia portfolio including
the latest plasma generation PDP-50MXE1 (50", WXGA, 1000 cd/m2) and the
PDP-43MXE1 (43", XGA, 1100 cd/m2). Also on view will be the DVD recorder
PRV-LX10. The idea behind it is to use AVE´s competence with Pioneer products
and to create exclusive Pioneer showrooms with professional customer
consulting service.
More: http://www.avepro.net/
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37) Adtec
Digital licensed RPSystems´ Fathom Software
Adtec Digital
recently licensed Fathom, a cross platform, graphical control interface
developed by RPSystems for Adtec´s hardware-based MPEG 2 playback devices. Thanks
to Fathom software, Adtec is able to make their equipment compatible with Mac
OSX platforms. Fathom has been fully tested on Adtec´s Soloist 2 and edje
MPEG players with desirable results. Fathom provides users of Adtec players a
highly-visual software environment, allowing user-friendly control of the
system. Fathom performance is described as straightforward completing basic
tasks like setup, play list editing and media transfer in a single window
interface. Advanced users enjoy features like Real-Time monitoring and
command-line functionality.
More: http://www.adtecins.com/
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38) New
at Polycom: VSX 8000 and software version 7.0
Polycom has
introduced the VSX 8000 series, a currently most powerful videoconferencing
system with regards to professional integration of various systems. The new
series is built on the VSX Polycom architecture. A sleek rack mount design,
professional grade connectivity and versatile interoperability make this
product the perfect choice for integrated and custom environments. All VSX
8000 are delivered with the new VSX software version 7.0 (stereo surround,
conference phone/ video integration and SIP support). The VSX 8000 offers
various performances like full motion video with 60 fps and H.264 video
compression, support of settings of up to 20 video- and audio conferencing
participants, support of IP and ISDN networks, SIP support, connections for
all applications. The slim, highly integrated, 1U design includes balanced
line level input, integrated VGA input supporting People+Content
collaboration and versatile network modules that fit into the back of the
codec. Other system options are the VSX 8800 and the VSX 8400.
More: http://www.polycom.com/
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39) Tandberg
Maestro - visual communication in XXL
Visual
communication in front of a large audience? The new Tandberg Maestro realizes
XXL meetings. It is connected to existing large screens or projectors. The
integrated wide angle view camera with extensive zoom, pan and tilt functions
allows for large-sized video meetings. The Tandberg Maestro turns existing
monitors, projectors and displays into interactive video systems. The Maestro
was developed by the company located in Oslo and is especially designed for
applications in large rooms. Built on the TANDBERG 6000 MXP codec, the
Maestro includes superior audio, camera and intuitive menu display. The Maestro
can be used in IP, ISDN or other external networks. Data transmission is
secured thanks to AES.
More: http://www.tandberg.net/
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40) Sony
PCS-G70 videoconferencing system
Sony Germany
is launching the latest in its videoconferencing endpoint solutions with the
PCS-G70 series, which offers improved audio and video multi-point calls, as
well as new capture and display features designed to complement larger conference
room presentations. Built on the same platform as Sony´s existing PCS-1P
videoconferencing series, the PCS-G70 offers many extra features such as
multi-point calls or the 14kHz Wideband Audio Quality. Thanks to the PCS-G70
series´ support of the recently ratified ITU-T industry standard H.264 video
capability, superb picture quality can be achieved - in 16:9 format. The
PCS-G70 increases the IP connection speed from 2 Mbps maximum bandwidth to 4
Mbps and upgrades the video from CIF to 4CIF for sharper resolution (704 x
576 pixels). The PCS-G70 has a Sony Memory Stick slot enabling easy data
recording. System introduction is planned in autumn 2004. The suggested prize
for the basic version will be under 10,000 Euros.
More: http://www.sonybiz.net/
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41) DVS:
IBC focus 2K real time processing
On IBC DVS is
going exhibit further product developments at the booth 521 in hall 7. Main
focus lies on non-compressed real time processing of HD- and 2K-data in
"Digital Intermediate" (DI). Special attention will be paid to
2K-data real time processing with the CLIPSTER workstation, which allows for
easy record and play of data up to 2K/24?/4:4:4/12 bit. DVS will present the
digital disc-recorder Pronto2K with real time access on data in SAN-workflow.
Pronto2K is 4HE high and equipped for processing data of up to 2K/24P4:4:4/10
bit.
IBC, Halle 7, Stand 521
More: http://www.dvs.de/
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42) JVC
new HDV products on IBC 2004
The JVC booth
is emphasizing a total commitment to HDV and new media for the broadcast,
professional and industrial markets. Among the products are the new high
definition CMOS chip, SDI camera, the KH-F870 and JVC´s latest D-ILA projector,
the DLA HD2KE. It displays true, uncompressed HD material. In keeping with
the HD theme, JVC has combined the JY-HD10 camcorder and CU-VH1 DV/HDV
field-recorder making compact and affordable HD production available. The
production of quality images displayed on the JVC booth will be from JVC´s
latest range of DT-V series CRT monitors, large screen plasma displays and
TFT monitors.
IBC, Halle 8, Stand 191
More: http://www.jvcproeurope.com/
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43) NEC-Mitsubishi
road show
"See
more. Get more." That is the motto of the NEC-Mitsubishi road show,
which is organized by NEC-Mitsubishi Electronics Display-Europe GmbH across
Germany from August 3 to 26. Reason for realizing this road show is the
certification and opening of Public Display Technology (PDT) centres in eight
German cities. The company offers customers custom-made solutions with
regards to large LCDs on airports, in museums, movie theatres or directly at
POS. These solutions are now presented in the recently built PDT-centres. There,
30" and 40" public displays with innovative solution examples will
be presented live on location. Road show participants can order a free
testing of 30" to 40" LC-displays. Furthermore, NEC-Mitsubishi
offers attractive and limited extra conditions. The road show had stopped at the
following PDT-centres: ict AG, Stuttgart (10.8.), Luxion GmbH Heusenstamm
(11.8.), Luxion GmbH Willich (12.8.), MR Datentechnik GmbH Melle (19.8.), and
will going to stop at DEKOM Hamburg (24.8.) and Matec GmbH Dresden (26.8.).
More: http://www.nec-mitsubishi.com/
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44) Prolight+Sound
(6.-9.4.2005) offers early bird fee
With the
publication of the registration forms, the planning phase for the next event
Prolight + Sound in April 2005 has already begun. Now, the documents will be
sent to all previous and potential exhibitors by post. The documents can also
be downloaded from the Internet site (http://www.prolight-sound.com/) and
used to register. For 2005, Messe Frankfurt is once again offering its
customers a discount for booking at an early stage. Thus exhibitors whose registration
reaches Messe Frankfurt by 15 September 2004 will be given a rebate of
approximately eight percent on the stand-rental prices for 2005. The
organizers are not only offering an early-booking discount in 2005 but also
attractive hotel rates and admission tickets giving holders free travel on
local public transport in Frankfurt. The registration documents and further
information can be downloaded from the Prolight + Sound website.
More: http://www.prolight-sound.com/
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45) Legamaster
on tour - presentation seminars across Germany
Legamaster,
premium brand of the edding group for visual communication, will be on tour
starting in September. The group located in Ahrensburg, Germany, is thereby
going to continue its successful road show that had started in 2003 and is
going to show its portfolio from September 7 until 30, 2004. Under the motto
"test the best" one-day seminars in eight German cities offer the
opportunity to experience the innovative products live. Clever examples from
the praxis with regards to meeting, conference, presentation and training
will be given. For the first time Legamaster has chosen to work together with
five partners cooperating on tour: the trade publishing house Gabal, the
companies Moderatio and Speakers Excellence, 3M Visual Systems and the trade
magazine working@office. The one-day seminars are limited to 100 participants
at each location and will cost 45 Euro per person. The tour-stations will be Hamburg
(7. 9.),
Hannover (9. 9.), Berlin (14. 9.), Dresden (14. 9.), Duesseldorf (21. 9.),
Frankfurt (23. 9.), Munich (28. 9.) and Stuttgart (30. 9.).
More: http://www.edding.com
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46) KoelnMesse:
Imaging Expo China 2005 in Shanghai
The successful
Imaging Expo China will be held in Shanghai in 2005. In conjunction with
Shanghai International Exhibition Co Ltd (SIEC) Koelnmesse GmbH will be
organizing Imaging Expo China / Interphoto from July 13 to 16, 2005 in the
Everbright Convention & Exhibition Center in Shanghai for the first time.
Asia is the world´s leading growth market for the imaging sector. This is
impressively demonstrated by the development of Imaging Expo China, which was
successfully established by Koelnmesse GmbH and attracted around 67,000
visitors to Beijing this year. Koelnmesse aims to continue this success story
in Shanghai in 2005.
More: http://www.koelnmesse.de/
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 - New
General Manager at NEC-Mitsubishi
NEC Mitsubishi
Electronics Display-Europe promoted Peter Kroyer to General Manager and Sales
& Marketing Director Europe. Therefore the 42 year-old graduated
industrial engineer bears the responsibility for all sales- and marketing
activities in whole Europe. Nevertheless he will stick to his tasks as General
Manager Business Development with the divisions Product Development and
Product Marketing and Corporate Communications.
More: http://www.nec-mitsubishi.com/
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- New
Sales Manager for Extron Europe
Not long ago
Extron Europe welcomed Christian Boehm as new member of the European Sales
team. Christian Boehm has taken on the Sales Manager position for Germany and
Austria and brings along remarkable professional know-how. "Christian
will be a valuable colleague for Extron Europe", says Jeff Gibson, sales
vice president at Extron. "He will help us to support the market and to
guarantee that Extron´s support and service for clients in Germany and
Austria will be broadened." From Friedberg/Germany Christian Boehm has
the responsibility for sales activities for the German speaking market,
inclusively sales support, dealer-visits, product demonstrations on location
and trainings. In his past Christian Boehm worked as sales director at Screen
NT and VIDCO in Germany. He started his career in the A/V-market at JVC in 1989.
More: http://www.extron.com/
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 - Polycom
wins with Steve Huey as CMO
Polycom, Inc.
announces Steven C. Huey as new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). In this
function he reports directly to Robert Hagerty, CEO of Polycom. Before he
founded his own consulting company for Corporate Branding and Marketing in
Houston, he was head of marketing divisions at leading IT-companies. From Polycom´s
headquarter in Pleasanton/ California he will be responsible for the
marketing programmes, global branding, distribution- and channel marketing,
marketing communications, public and analyst relations, web and creative
services and the development of the vertical markets.
More: http://www.polycom.com/
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- Livingston:
new office in Duesseldorf
Since July
Hartmut Vogel works for the Event IT service division of Livingston
Electronic Services. To be able to guarantee the Livingston-clients a
full-service on location, Hartmut Vogel will establish a new office in
Düsseldorf. With more than 20 years of experience in event- and marketing and
being a key account manager he supports a number of event activities in the
area of North-Rhine Westphalia. Vogel changed jobs after his apprenticeship
as an engineer, camera man and cutter and started working for Pioneer
Electronics. At Pioneer, he started his career as group leader for the
distribution of professional and broadcast equipment.
More: http://www.livingston.com/
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48) LastMinute, company- cooperation- and short news
- EPSON-projectors are looking for
testers
Critical users
now have the possibility to test the installation projector EPSON EMP-8300XP.
EPSON Germany Ltd. is going to celebrate its 25th anniversary, and thus there
are exactly 25 projectors which are supposed to be thoroughly checked in everyday
life situations. Everyone interested can get registered as tester on the
homepage of the company. The campaign is going to start after the time for
application has expired on August 31st 2004. In case there are more than 25
applications the participants will be drawn by lot. Legal process is of
course excluded.
More: http://www.test-our-best.de/
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- Artcoustic: Diablo C-1 multi
purpose speaker for 42" screens
New Artcoustic
Diablo C-1 multi purpose speaker brings professional sound into any home as
well as into recording studios. The Diablo C-1 is comfortably small and easy
to place, offers high sound quality, and comes with a vast array of screen
options for the fronts of the speakers to match any interior. All these
qualities make this speaker one of the easiest to integrate. The Diablo C-1
has the height of a 42" Plasma Screen and has been designed to be
installed both horizontally as well as vertically, which makes it a perfect
match to any size of Plasma or LCD Screens.
More: http://www.artcoustic.com/
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- TDS: ACTIVstudio 2 is out in
German!
The intuitive
and tailor-made software ACTIVstudio has always been what made the
interactive whiteboard of TDS Promethean so special. TDS Promethean is now
launching its totally redesigned new version ACTIVstudio 2 with more
interesting features than ever. Existing customers in Germany will get a free
upgrade in the next few weeks. In addition to the well known tools like
freehand drawing, character recognition and hyperlinks, ACTIVstudio 2 has
been given a new, fresher look. It has also been extended to include features
such as a virtual ruler, the drag&drop facility to incorporate any
program into the toolbox, and many more useful functions.
More: http://www.tdspromethean.com
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- HTS offers FBI-Control System
High Tech
Service (HTS) Thomas Renninger has introduced the FBI Control System to the
market, which enables a reliable, cost saving control of projector- and
conference technology. The FBI System is equipped with the multifunctional
basic device FBI-EB/FBI-19". For the selection of audio sources the
HTS-NET operated audio-mixer FBI-MIX41 is used. With the FBI Control System
it is possible to reliably operate the most important functions of projector
and conference technology automatically. Furthermore, the system ensures a
device conserving deactivation of the projector since the lamp is cooled down
regularly. An integrated timer makes an automatic night/weekend deactivation
or POS/POI applications possible. The operation of integrated conference
devices is easy, blackouts are noticed immediately and connection to periphery
devices like wall-/ceiling-lift control is possible.
More: http://www.hts-fbi.de/
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- G+B: i-Lite 3 for WDR
DVT-T-information event
DVB-T, which
is an abbreviation for Digital Video Broadcasting - Terrestrial, and what it
is about is an interesting issue at the moment. The German television station
WDR explained exactly what is achieved with the new digital television at an
extensive information event in the Cologne Balloni halls. Many guests from
politics and economy had been invited. For presenting the new
DVT-T-technology WDR used high-performance and innovative media technology. The
central eye-catcher on stage was an approximately 7m² big LED walls,
consisting of 144 i-Lite 3 modules. With 3,5mm pixel distance the i-Lite
3-display is the highest developed LED/SMD product on the market worldwide. Numerous
plasma monitors, which were placed at the right- and left-hand side of the
stage, provided additional digital experience. Gahrens and Battermann were
responsible for the whole media-technical conception and construction. Cross-beams,
light design, supersonic sounding and the whole video technology (direction
included) were carried out by the media system house from Bergisch-Gladbach.
More: http://www.gb-mediensysteme.de/e/language
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- AVE has HDTV Editing System for
rent
AVE Audio
Visual Equipment Verhengsten GmbH & Co. has the DVS online-editing-system
Clipster for rent. DVS was awarded the prominent "Making THE CUT"
prize on NAB 2004. Clipster allows for real time editing and transformation
of non-compressed HDTV material in all common formats. Next to HDTV player
servers and presentation systems the HDTV editing solution now represents a
further part in sales and rent of HDTV equipment. AVE offers customers system
training and provides operation personnel. Hence, every production house can
make use of this innovative and cost-efficient HDTV production alternative.
More: http://www.avepro.net/
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- SANYO: digital cinema and longer
warranty
The digital
SANYO projector PLV HD 10 projects all the digital ads in the large cinema of
the film palace in Munich. RoWo Holding projects the commercials on the
screen via the e-cinema system with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, which
is presently the highest resolution possible. The other thirteen cinemas are
also going to be equipped with LCD projectors by Sanyo. Almost 100 cinema
screens have been installed already and another 500 screens are going to be
equipped with digital projections. Especially for cinema commercials Sanyo
offers the 16:9 projector PLV-WF 10. The manufacturer of LCD projectors now
also provides extended services and warranty. From now on there will be a 36
months warranty for all devices - from home cinema models up to professional
projectors for digital and electronic cinema - and for both models PLC-XL20
and PLC-SL20 a 12 month warranty for the lamp. For all other projectors, lamp
warranty is 3 months.
More: http://www.sanyo.com/
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- RGB: QuadView in use at Fairfax County Fire
and Rescue
Thanks to QuadView Plus the Fairfax County
Fire & Rescue Department is able to watch their personnel operate at an
incident while still being able to display any texts or graphics that might
be useful to them during the event. They decided for the Virtual Software
operating package in two new vehicles designed specifically for responding to
hazardous materials incidents. The QuadView Plus processor combines up to
four computer and/or video signals on a single monitor or projector. Each input
channel offers a choice of NTSC or PAL composite, component, S-Video, and
high resolution analogue RGB up to 1600 x 1200 pixel resolution. It offers
unlimited display options.
More:
http://www.rgb.com/
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- Hyundai: spare part distribution
at ASWO
The South
Korean monitor and display manufacturer Hyundai Image Quest Europe is
optimising and structuring their customer support and spare part supply. The
international service provider ASWO International Service from Eime (Germany)
took over the spare parts distribution for the national support-centre. ASWO
disposes of several offices all over Europe and will therefore be the central
contact point for spare parts for all national Hyundai-Service Centres in
Europe. 38 places in the ASWO communication centre will handle the calls,
faxes and emails of the authorized Hyundai partners from Monday to Friday
from 8am to 7pm and on Saturdays from 9am to 1 pm.
More: http://www.hyundaiq.com/
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- VITEC/Pcvisit: sales partnership
for "pcvisit"
From now on
VITEC, supplier of innovative audio- video- and conference room solutions,
brings the software "pcvisit" from PCvisit Software AG to the end
customer on the market. Therewith VITEC broadens its portfolio by one product
for pc-communication. PCvisit allows users to arrange spacious distant
conferences and meetings with the local computer via Internet networked
presentations. The user is connected with the favoured partner with only two
mouse clicks. For that purpose he places a software link on his homepage or
via e-mail. A pcvisit session starts after the host and the quest have exchanged
an eight-digit connection number created with a random generator. Pcvisit
uses the conventional internet journal which accepts every firewall and every
proxy server. In doing so, symmetric coding procedures and a secured data
transfer via multi-level Security Layer ensure a secure connection.
More: http://www.vitec.de/
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