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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)
lifestyle media at photokina
takes shape
More: http://www.photokina.de |
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Enjoy reading ! Yours Kai
Kröger |
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1) lifestyle media at photokina takes shape 2) SANYO: PLV-Z5 home cinema projector 3) Mitsubishi’s home cinema
news 4) Sharp: XG-MB67X
DLP-projector – robust and long-lasting 5) Sony: ultra-portable
business projectors 6) Canon Projektor LV-7575
featuring 5500 lumens 7) InFocus: Work Big IN32 and
IN34 8) Toshiba has enhanced product
line by LCD-projectors 9) Geha projects large images
with the compact 238 W 10) Optoma launched its first true WXGA Projector 11) Projectiondesign to showcase
Cineo 3+1080 12) Christie’s first HD 1920 x
1080 DLP projectors 13) Kindermann’s W-LAN adapter K-WMS
100 14) Extron introduces the MPX
866A matrix switcher 15) Screen-Tech: acrylic 3D
front projection panel 16) Glimm Screens’ bright news 17) Draper: Two New Motorized
Projector Mounts 18) eyevis: EYE-LCD4200 and
EYE-LCD4700 19) Samsung developed first 70-inch LCD TV Panel 20) Zandar: Predator HD12 and
HD16 MultiViewers 21) Polycom: new recording,
streaming and archiving solution 22) Planar expands into home theater market 23) eyevis display system integrated by Floria Group 24) ISE reaches out to new emerging markets 25) Sierravideo: Sequoia Router at Charlotte Dpt 26) Clarity named senior director of PM |
2)
SANYO: PLV-Z5 home cinema projector
Right in
time for the IFA, SANYO presented its new PLV-Z5 home cinema projector.
Compared to the preceding model, the PLV-Z4, the developers especially
optimized contrast and brightness. „We had the home cinema fans in mind when
developing this new model,“ says Erik Jäger, home cinema specialist at SANYO. The projector
features a second HDMI input allowing a more flexible use. A simultaneous
input of both HDTV-receiver and DVD-recorder is no longer a problem. The
optic that was used in the PLV-Z4 also found its way into the new model. The
wide angle lens featuring a projection ratio of 1.36 – 2.77
: 1 as well as comfortable lens shift allow for projecting pin-sharp,
undistorted images from almost every angle. More: http://www.sanyo.de |
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Alphabetical index
of companies: Canon (6), Christie (12), Clarity (26), Draper (17), Extron (14), eyevis (18) (23), Geha (9), Glimm (16), InFocus (7), ISE (24), Kindermann (13), Koelnmesse/photokina (1), Mitsubishi Electric (3), Optoma (10), Planar (22), Polycom (21), Projectiondesign (11), Samsung (19), Sanyo (2), Screen-Tech (15), Sharp (4), Sierravideo (25), Sony (5), Toshiba (8), Zandar (20) |
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3) Mitsubishi’s home cinema news
Apart
from the extra silent HC5000 LCD-projector featuring HD resolution,
Mitsubishi will bring additional three DLP-projectors to market. The new HC5000,
however, features a projection system with three 0.74“ LCD
panels. For the first time ever, Epson’s novel Dream 6 LCD panel is being
used here. Featuring a full HD-resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, a 10.000:1
contrast ratio, an operating noise level of just 19 dB and a lamp life-span
of 5000 hours, the HC5000 is setting the benchmark in the home cinema
projector class. Moreover, Mitsubishi uses high-quality HQV-technology
(Hollywood Quality Video) from Silicon Optix for the
first time. More: http://www.Mitsubishi-evs.de 4)
Sharp: XG-MB67X DLP-projector –
robust and long-lasting
The
XG-MB67X is a robust, long-lasting and bright DLP-projector offering 3000
ANSI lumens. A contrast ration of 2000:1 allows for clear and impressive
images even in large formats. The resolution is 1024x768 pixels. Operating
the projector is comparably easy since it can be comfortably done via web
browser. The noise level is
30 dB in ECO mode. More: http://www.sharp.de/projektoren |
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5)
Sony: ultra-portable business
projectors
Professional
Solutions of Sony is going to introduce the VPL-CX21 and VPL-CS21 lightweight
projectors, designed for mobile users in business or school environments. The
footprint of these models is smaller than an A4-sized sheet of paper. At a
height of just 52mm and weighing only 1.9kg, these projectors are easy to carry
and perfect for people on the move. Off & Go enables the user to unplug
the projector immediately after use as the fan will continue to cool the unit
after the power supply has been removed. Despite their small size, both
projectors deliver outstanding image quality. The VPL-CX21 has XGA native
resolution (1024 x 768 x 3 pixels) and the VPL-CS21 has SVGA native
resolution (800 x 600 x 3 pixels). Both have a brightness level of 2100 ANSI
lumens and are based on 3LCD technology, which uses three LCD panels
(separate panels for red, green and blue) to deliver bright, natural images
and superb colours. More: http://www.sonybiz.net 6)
Canon Projektor
LV-7575 featuring 5500 lumens
Canon has
recently announced the launch of the More: http://www.canon-europe.com 7)
InFocus: Work Big IN32 and IN34
InFocus
Corporation offers two innovative projectors designed for professional
presentations: The Work Big models IN32 and IN34 not only project brilliant
images but also show presentations pin-sharp on screen. Modern technologies
like the latest TI DLP-chip as well as a lamp life span of 2000 hours provide
a powerful presentation in any situation.
The models IN32 featuring 2000 ANSI-lumens and IN34 featuring 2500
ANSI-lumens brighten up conference and meeting rooms. Thanks to their compact
design both models only weigh 2.37 kg and both also integrate ProjectAbility. This InFocus
concept allows for easy operation of the Work Big models. The Work Big series
offers multiple inputs including a serial interface connection, multiple
computer inputs, S-Video and more allow seamless integration into any
existing IT infrastructure. Hence, the InFocus IN32
and the InFocus IN34 are not only suitable for
business environments but can also be used in schools and other education
environments. More: http://www.infocus.com 8)
Toshiba has enhanced product line
by LCD-projectors
More: http://www.toshiba.de/projectors 9)
Geha projects large images with the
compact 238 W
The new Geha beamer compact 238 W is extraordinarily equipped and
offers great flexibility. The projector is ideal for presentations in small
rooms. Due to a new wired angle lens the device projects large images at a
short projection distance. A wall in the size of 200 x 153 cm can be fully
projected at a distance of approx. 3 meters.
Thanks to a brightness of 2200 ANSI lumens, a resolution of 1024 x 768
pixels and a contrast ratio of 500:1, the compact 238 W will make any
presentation perfect. The lamp life span can last up to 3000 hours when being
used in Eco-mode. An integrated light sensor not only adjusts brightness
automatically but also adjusts the image contrast to the specific lightning
conditions in the room. In result, preparing a presentation is done in “no
time”. A fan noise of 33 dB makes any presentation a pleasant experience. More: http://www.geha.de 10) Optoma launched its first true WXGA
Projector
Optoma
has introduced the EP1690 projector. This native WXGA projector delivers
performance and picture quality for today’s widescreen laptops, the latest
DVD releases, and high definition content. The EP1690 features Optoma’s exclusive Widescreen Maximizer
software, which allows perfect picture matching between the data source and
the projector. This software user can download free from the company’s web
site. The EP1690 has a brightness of 2500 lumens and a contrast ratio of
2500:1, with a noise level of 30 dB. At the IFA Show Optoma
has launched the ThemeScene HD70 – a native High
Definition 720p DLP Home Cinema projector. The HD70 features Texas
Instruments’ latest 720p High Definition DLP chipset, 7-segment color wheel,
10-bit per channel color processing, and great connectivity. It has
super-bright 1300 lumens, and an unmatched 4000:1 contrast ratio. The new
purpose designed, ThemeScene 7-segment color wheel
together with BrilliantColor and TrueVivid color enhancement technologies simultaneously
enables higher brightness, and astonishing deep saturated color. photokina: hall 9, booth B018/C019 More: http://www.optomaeurope.com 11) Projectiondesign to showcase Cineo
3+1080
From September 14 until September
17, projectiondesign is going to present the new
1080 devices (native HDTV resolution with 1920x1080 pixels) at two locations
simultaneously. The Cineo 3+1080 will be presented
at the FUTURA in More: http://www.projectiondesign.com 12) Christie’s first HD 1920 x 1080
DLP projectors
Christie
introduces the first 3-Chip DLP® High Definition projectors with native
1920x1080 resolution, the Christie HD12K, Christie
HD8K, Christie HD8Kc, Christie HD5K and Christie HD5Kc. The Christie HD
series offers the same powerful 10-bit image processing that is at the heart
of Christie digital projectors. With brightness levels ranging from 5,000 to
12,000 ANSI lumens and 1,500-2,000:1 full field contrast ratio, the Christie
HD series packs a wide range of power, flexibility and features. The new HD
series models are also available with color-corrected
optics, known as the “Kc” models. Designed for the
rigors of Rental/Staging, post-production, broadcasting and houses of
worship, all five models feature built-in edge-blending, two HD input
channels capable of up to 4:4:4 signals, digital black level adjustment and
DMX 512 communication capabilities. IBC More: http://www.christiedigital.co.uk 13) Kindermann’s
W-LAN adapter K-WMS 100
The new Kindermann W-LAN Adapter K-WMS 100 can make mobile
presentations even easier. Image data are transmitted in highest quality from
the computer to the screen at a speed of up to 15 images per second, all in
compliance with Wi-Fi standard IEEE 802.11 a/b/g
and Ethernet. The connection to the projector is realized by a receiver that
is connected to the standard VGA-input. 64/128 Bit WEP encoding allows for
secure data transmission. Together with other Kindermann
products, such as the Cordless Lectern, an entirely wireless presentation
including large image projection is now for the first time possible. The
Cordless Lectern is a height-adjustable lectern that is equipped with an LCD
touch screen and – the only one of its kind – also comes with a mobile energy
source. photokina: hall 9, booth A11/A19 More: http://www.kindermann.de 14) Extron introduces the MPX 866A matrix
switcher
Extron
Electronics introduces the MPX 866 A Media Presentation Matrix Switcher. The
MPX 866 A combines three matrix switchers in a single, compact enclosure: an
8x6 VGA switcher; a 6x6 composite video and S-video switcher; and a 14x6
audio switcher. It provides outputs to match the VGA, S-video, and composite
video inputs found on many projectors. It is ideal for environments where a
variety of room configurations must be supported, such as in colleges,
universities, hotels, and conference centers. To
simplify video signal routing, the MPX 866 A is equipped with a built-in
video transcoder capable of decoding composite
video into S-video, and encoding S-video into
composite video. In addition to dual, independent serial ports, MPX 866 A
control options include front panel control, a front panel serial
configuration port, and Extron IP Link® Ethernet
monitoring and control for device management over a LAN, WAN, or the
Internet, using standard TCP/IP protocols. More: http://www.extron.com 15) Screen-Tech: acrylic 3D front
projection panel
Apart
from the rear projection screens that all suitable for 3D projections, Screen
Tech now also offers a display for 3D front projections (passive 3D). Hence,
Screen Tech, specialist for acrylic front- and rear projection screens has
now completed its portfolio. Until recently only silver screen were used for
3D front projections. But those screens were not ideal due to its high gain
and its sensitivity. The new ST power screen 3D offers an absolutely plane
and non-reflective surface that is also washable and scratch resistant. It
also enables an almost 100% disappearance of polarized light at a low
hot-spot and brilliant images. Naturally, the screen is also suitable for
other projections that don’t require 3D. It is a true alternative to former
high gain materials. Screen Tech offers a 10 year warranty on optic
qualities. In addition, the screens are available in any size up to a maximum
of 2030 x 1540 mm, optionally with matted black aluminum
frame (33 x 16 mm) which makes it easy to hang. More: http://www.screen-tech.de 16) Glimm Screens’ bright news
More: www.glimmscreens.com 17) Draper: Two New Motorized
Projector Mounts
Draper
Inc., is introducing two new motorized projector
mounts. The award-winning Phantom works on a simple principle. The projector
is mounted into a framework above the ceiling. When activated, a trapdoor
lowers the projector into the room using a precision actuator with pre-set
limits. The projector is easily aligned during installation to provide a
direct light path onto the Draper screen. The Phantom has received an ADEX
award for design and was named a 2006 Product of the Year by Electronic
House. The Orbiter conceals the projector above the
ceiling and quickly rotates it into the “show” position at the touch of a
switch or wireless transmitter. The Orbiter’s compact
design allows it to fit into small ceiling cavities. Both the Phantom and the
Orbiter include a universal projector mounting
bracket. More: http://www.draperinc.com 18) eyevis: EYE-LCD4200 and EYE-LCD4700
More: http://www.eyevis.de 19) Samsung developed first 70-inch
LCD TV Panel
Samsung
Electronics will put the first 70-inch LCD panel for use in the consumer TV
market. Currently, the largest LCD TV screen size is 65 inches in diameter.
The company has unveiled the 70-inch LCD TV panel at the International
Meeting on Information Displays (IMID) 2006, in August in Daegu/Korea.
Samsung will start producing the new 70-inch LCD during the first half of
2007, bolstering its position in the ultra-large-screen TV segment. Samsung’s
latest LCD panel boasts full high-definition resolution (1080p) and a conical
viewing angle of 180 degrees for multi-viewing audiences. In addition, its
video signal is reproduced at 120Hz, compared to a video signal of 60 Hz for
a conventional full HD LCD panel, enabling rapidly moving video images to be
reproduced with crystal clarity. With the introduction of the 70” LCD TV, the
company competes head-to-head with PDP (plasma display panel) and projection
TV makers. More: http://www.samsung.com 20) Zandar: Predator HD12 and HD16 MultiViewers
Zandar
Technologies will showcase the new Predator HD12 and HD16 MultiViewer
solutions to the International broadcast and production community at IBC
2006. Putting the control room operator in the driving seat, these versatile MultiViewers can be configured in numerous HDTV
production vehicle scenarios and provide a breathtaking display of multiple
images on to a single screen. The Predator HD12 and HD16 MultiViewers
provide up to 12 and 16 inputs respectively and are packed with features
including SD/HD signal auto-sensing, UMDs, tallies,
alarms, audio monitoring, built-in clock displays and LAN operation. The
Predator devices operate with a variety of SD and HD signals including 1080p
and occupy only 2RU of space making them perfect for production studio,
outside broadcast applications where space is critical. The new Predator HD12
and HD16 units join the previously released Zandar
Predator HD4 and HD8 MultiViewers and use the Z-Configurator layout editing software for controlling
display configuration of sources. Zandar’s Predator
MulitViewers also provide Dual Head (ZdH) display capability to allow the presentation of
video images across two display devices to provide increased operational
flexibility and redundancy. IBC: booth 8.411 More: http://www.zandar.com 21) Polycom: new recording, streaming and
archiving solution
Polycom,
Inc. presents a network server that enables customers to easily record,
stream and archive multimedia content on demand. The Polycom
Readi Streaming Server (RSS™) 2000 enables
enterprise customers to improve productivity and gain operation and cost
efficiencies by providing recorded multimedia content -- including
presentations, interviews, demonstrations, or training materials -- to
employees, customers, partners, and suppliers anywhere in the world with a
simple and easy-to-use solution. Polycom RSS 2000
is the only solution on the market today that supports recording, archiving,
streaming and H323 playback of high definition video content, and is an
integrated part of the end-to-end Polycom video
communications product portfolio. The Polycom RSS
features integration with Polycom VSX video
conferencing systems and Polycom MGC unified
conferencing bridges enables users to start, stop pause and many other
options recording and H323 Playback on-demand. More: http://www.polycom.com 22) Planar expands into home theater
market
Combining
its 23-year heritage in delivering top-quality display products to medical
and industrial markets and unparalleled customer service with a dedicated
team of projection and home theater industry veterans, Planar Systems has
announced its expansion into the specialty home theater market. Accompanying
this announcement is Planar’s introduction of its
first home theater product, the Planar Xscreen: a front-projection
screen system that overcomes the most common problems associated with home
cinema systems. The Xscreen delivers highest-quality
picture in 60-inch, 70-, 80-, and 100-inch diagonal viewing sizes. Planar Xscreen uses patented Daytime Film Technology to reject
ambient light and deliver bright, high-contrast images from front projectors
in any room – regardless of light conditions. The new Planar Home Theater
business unit is headed by Scott Hix, who assumes
the role of vice president and general manger after being appointed Planar’s vice president of business development earlier
this year. More: http://www.PlanarHomeTheater.com 23) eyevis display system integrated by Floria Group
The
increasing terrorism in the last years led the city of More: http://www.eyevis.de 24) ISE reaches out to new emerging
markets
More: http://www.iseurope.org 25) Sierravideo: Sequoia Router at Charlotte Dpt
Sierra
Video Systems is pleased to announce the use of their products at the
Charlotte Department of Transportation. When the Charlotte Department of
Transportation (CDOT) needed to facilitate traffic during a street
constructions phase, they set up a camera monitoring system. Capturing video
of the streets and traffic light patterns, the cameras linked to a small
router in the CDOT’s headquarters. When the More: http://www.sierravideo.com 26) Clarity named senior director of
PM
Clarity
Visual Systems, Inc. has announced it has appointed Steve Seminario
to lead worldwide product marketing. As the senior director of product
marketing, Seminario will be responsible for
product management and marketing functions within the company and will direct
all products, positioning, and pricing strategies targeted at Clarity’s key
markets, customers, and partners. Seminario brings
a successful record of accomplishment in technology product marketing and
business development. He led product marketing and business development teams
at Hewlett-Packard and Apple Computer and successful start-ups Web Trends
Corporation and NetFRAME Systems. Seminario earned his Bachelor’s degree in Management
Science at the More: http://www.clarityvisual.com Good bye,
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