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5) Philips
cClear-projectors: Wireless and efficient
Philips is introducing a range of
high-performance multimedia projectors which offer business users a
combination of outstanding brightness, future-proof design and extensive
connectivity - including 802.11b (WiFi) wireless LAN connection. The new
cClear range will offer large/medium-sized companies and higher education
institutions alike a choice of projectors featuring an unbeatable
price/performance ratio and a vast array of features, all representing an
excellent investment. Comprising three models - the cClear Air Brilliance (wireless
with XGA resolution), cClear Brilliance XG1 (XGA resolution) and cClear SV1
(ultra-bright SVGA resolution) - the series boasts a brightness of 2600 ANSI
lumens, the brightest illumination levels in this class of projector. And
with the ability to display two presentations simultaneously, cClear brings a
new level of sophistication to the business segment. Available in metallic
blue and silver colors, the cClear series outperforms the competition in
brightness while keeping cooling-fan noise levels down. Philips projectors
are renowned for their picture performance and this series is no exception -
the projectors are unsurpassed in terms of brightness, sharpness, contrast,
color reproduction and reliability. The three cClears are available in September
2003.
More:
http://www.philips.com/
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6) Toshiba S10: A reliable projector for
home-cinema and office
 Toshiba’s PVP Division has
extended their portfolio by another convincing data-and video-projector– the
S10. This LCD-projector is a good starting device with a high brightness of
1.200 ANSI-lumens, user-friendly features and an attractive prize of 1.299
Euro. S10 offers a contrast of 400:1, a 0,5'' SVGA-panel, and it only weighs
2,2 kg. Automatic recognition of attached devices and a clearly arranged icon menu which can be controlled via
remote control guarantee an easy and quick controlling of S10. A possibility to switch from
“standard” into the "ECO"-mode saves the projection lamp, enhances
its life span and lowers the air lifter noise. Toshiba S10 is ideal for use
in the living room, the projection format can easily be changed from 4:3 into
16:9. A light weight and small measures also speak for the S10 as an ideal
“partner” on business travel.
More: http://www.toshiba.de/projectors
eMail: projektoreninfo@toshiba-teg.com
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7) Sharp: XV-Z200E/-Z201E
– 16:9, PAL and 5000 hours lamp
Sharp
introduces new projectors: XV-Z200E and XV-Z201E. Thanks to the DLP System
with newly developed 16:9 chip "Matterhorn" and high-performance
Sharp optical technology, the projectors provides superior contrast ratio,
improved colour reproduction and brightness. With a resolution of 1024 mal
576 pixel it is made in congruence with the European PAL-norm and guarantees
for outstanding home cinema experience. Sharp offers a solution for small
living rooms - the XV-Z201E can produce images of 2.5 diagonal from a distance of 3 meters. The new projectors
use a 210 watt silent lamp that lasts up to 5000 hours. The new projectors
are ideal for home theatre enjoyment. They will be available in November.
More:
http://www.sharp-eu.com
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8) A+K: Small and bright
- AstroBeam X30
Anders+Kern
Präsentationssysteme GmbH now presents the A+K AstroBeam X30. Extraordinary
features of this small data-/ videoprojector: despite of its small size it
reaches a brightness of 1.500 ANSI lumens. This beamer is ideal to carry in
the business traveller’s hand luggage weighing only 1,6 kg. Even in bright
presentation location the AstroBeam X30 always delivers a first class picture
quality. The image is built up in high speed which leads to absolutely sharp
and non-flickering images at a resolution of 1024x768 pixels. High contrast
ratio of 1000:1 realizes a clear and brilliant presentation. DLP-technology
enables natural and lively color representation. Various presentation
functions make the handling easy. The remote control, as an example, comes
with a mouse functions and a laser pointer. The digital keystone correction
also enables a proper picture from almost every projection angle.
More:
http://www.anders-kern.de
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9) SIM2 HT 300 link: world premiere on IFA
On August 30th
2003 the day had come - SIM2 HT 300 link was presented. A world premiere, not
only because SIM2 is the first projector with HDMI- interface and glasswire
input. SIM2 HT 300 link took over positive aspects known from its predecessor
HT 300 plus. Special highlights are features like mm-thin glass wire
connection between image-processor and projector, HDMI interface on latest
digital AV-standard and a FireWire-Connection. On top of that HT 300 link is
very silent and offers especially user-friendly operation as well as a
high-end image performance.
More: http://www.SIM2.com
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10)
SANYO PLC-SL15: new projector for education
The new SANYO
projector PLC-SL15 is aimed at applications in the education sector. High
contrast projections at an excellent brightness – 1.500 ANSI-lumens and a
contrast of 400:1 - guarantee outstanding images in enormous size even from a
short distance. The life span of the lamp is 5.000 hours and has a warranty
of 1 year! On top of that SANYO gives the 3-year warranty and a 24-h-repair-
resp. replacement-service. The PLC-SL15 comes with a free extra air filter -
thus a long life of the sensitive panels is secured!
More: http://www.sanyo.de
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11)
Canon: Three new projectors
Canon
introduces three new projectors: LV-7215, LV-7210 and LV-5210, all of them
part of the new multimedia product family. Six image settings provide perfect
picture adjustment for data and video projection. Switch to hi-contrast mode
to make graphs and photographs look sharper. Cinema mode is ideal for
watching films in a darkened room. While custom mode lets you fine-tune
several factors, including adjusting images that are too light or too dark.
Canon's Auto Image mode is especially useful for video and DVD projection in
darkened rooms. When black areas on a screen are a shade too light, the
projector automatically adjusts lamp brightness to bring out a pure black
effect. When a projector is placed at an angle to the screen it can cause
image distortion. The LV-7215 features both horizontal and vertical Keystone
Correction to overcome this problem, providing distortion-free images. A
DVI-D interface gives a direct digital connection to compatible PCs and DVD
players, for a clearer picture. A high quality component video connection
supports VCR, DVD and High Definition TV projection. All three projectors
look alike from the outside, the only difference is in resolution and brightness:
LV-7215 has 2500 ANSI-lumens and LV-7210 has 2000 ANSI-lumens. Both have XGA
resolution. LV-5210 has 2000 ANSI-lumens with SVGA resolution for pin sharp
images.
More:
http://www.canon.de
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12) Integrated Systems Europe:
press conference on 29th September
 In Europe, as
equal equity partners, CEDIA, ICIA and NSCA will host their debut Integrated
Systems Europe exhibition and conference at the GENEVA PALEXPO in Geneva,
Switzerland, Feb.3 to 5, 2004. On ISE
Press Launch at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Geneva on September 29, Integrated Systems Europe will
already give a fore-taste on its trade fair and will present facts and
information on this unique trade event. At ISE Press Launch questions like
“what is to be expected on ISE?” and “who is going to be exhibiting?” will be
answered. Executive Directors Billilynne D. Keller (CEDIA), Randal
Lemke (ICIA) und Chuck Wilson (NSCA) as well as ISE Managing Director Mike
Blackman will give detailed information
on the new Integrated Systems Europe and provide analysis on European
professional systems integration industry. With NSCA’s focus on
integrated electronic systems for commercial construction, ICIA’s on
audiovisual systems integration and communications for the professional market,
and CEDIA’s on home networking and home automation, the associations are
designing an umbrella trade event for the professional systems integration
industry never before seen in Europe.
More: http://www.iseurope.org
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13) Luxion: conference room projector ASK C420 now available
The German ASK
distributor Luxion now offers the new conference room projector C420. This XGA-projector consists of 3 x
0,99" polysilizium TFT-LCDs with active matrix-MLA. It realizes a
maximum of 3.000 ANSI lumens and a
contrast ratio of 800:1. Optional
objective with bajonet-top, horizontal and
vertical image correction, Eco-Mode, wireless-usable and various
connection options are the features that make this projector a flexible
conference room device. Another special: ASK C420 consists of a switch output
which is ideal for controlling a screen. As an example, with turning on the
projector the screen can be opened automatically.
More:
http://www.luxion.de
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14) NEC: LT170 on projector roadshow this fall
NEC will
introduce new product highlights on a roadshow that will cover five German
cities from October 18 – 26, 2003. The roadshow will start in Berlin on October 18.
After that it will be Hamburg (19. October), Cologne (22. October) and Frankfurt
(23. October). The
final show will be in Augsburg on October 26. Focus of the show will be the presentation the new LT170. LT170 only
measures 8,5 to 28 cm at a height of 12 cm. A true light weight (1,8 kg) the
mini-projector is the ideal device for presentations at on location visits.
LT170 offers a resolution of 1.024 x 768 pixel (XGA) at 1.500 ANSI-lumens and
a noise level of only 35 dB. The high contrast of 1.000:1 results in
brilliant images.
More:
http://www.nec-europe.com
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15) Fujitsu General: Plasmas and Home cinema projectors on IFA
Plasma display
manufacturer Fujitsu General, located in Duesseldorf, has presented its
complete product programme in plasmavision monitors and home cinema
LCD-projectors on IFA. With a new series Fujitsu General intends to go into
the consumer market. Since its availability the consumer devices were tested
several times in various trade magazines – they passed the test excellently
nearly always receiving a “best image quality” rating.
More:
http://www.fujitsu-general.de
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16) LG: Small DLP-projectors for home cinema and office use
LG has
presented its first DLP-projectors on IFA this year. The projectors consist
of newly developed "Color Drum"-technology. A movie adventure in
excellent quality is what the new DLP-projectors RD-JT30 and RD-JT32 promise
the customer. The projectors measure
a two third size of a DIN-A4-sheet in length and are only 55 mm high.
With 1,6 kilos the projectors can be
counted amongst the lightest devices.
The RD-JT32 (XGA, 1400 ANSI-lumens) and the RD-JT-30 (SVGA, 1100
ANSI-lumens) consist of a contrast ratio of 1100:1. On top of that, the
DCDi-technology by Faroudja is integrated as a standard leading to an
excellent and flickering-free image.
More:
http://www.lge.de
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17) 3M: Five times Digital Wall Display the All-in-One-solution
 The worldwide first
“All-in-One”-solution for meeting rooms exists by 3M in five versions. The
choice ranges from low cost basic model to the compact solution which
combines all current conference systems. All models are basically equipped
with multimedia projectors, screen, sound system a one-button handling. The
basic model is the 8000PD that includes the basic functions and allows to
write spontaneous ideas during a meeting directly on the Digital Wall
Display. The 8000 VC possesses a special video conference function that
allows an image presentation in the size 4:3. The 8100 CB contains additionally
to the displayed features the copyboard function. With the 8200 IW the
recording of the meeting is inapplicable. Because noted results and sketches
on the display can additionally saved and edited on computer. The 8200 IC
combines all presentation devices in one: multimedia projector, whiteboard,
flipchart, screen, monitor, loud speaker and printer- respectively video
conference connection.
More: http://www.mmm.com
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18) Geha highlight: LCD-projector compact 309
A new
highlight is now part of the Geha product portfolio: The compact 309 is a
LCD-projector with easy handling. Thanks to 1.700 ANSI-lumens and
XGA-resolution this projector is the ideal device for applications in big
conference rooms and lecture halls realizing absolutely bright images.
Another new product is the Wireless-System InFocus LiteShow. This innovative
system can be connected to a digital M1 D/A projector connection via Wi-Fi
compatible 802.11b-Wireless-LAN-adapter or a PC card, enabling the projector
to receive data directly and wireless from the PC.
More:
http://www.geha.de
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19) BenQ: Ten new DLP-projectors with DMD-chip
BenQ
substantially expanded its line of projectors with the addition of 10 new
models: PB2220, PB2120, PB7220, PB7200, PB7100, PB8230, PB8220, PB8120,
PE8700, HT480W. The models, which are aimed at consumer, commercial and educational
applications, utilize the latest in advanced digital light processing (DLP)
technology. BenQ releases the projectors under four newly re-minted series:
Micro, Performance, Installation and Home Cinema Series. Micro Series
projectors are more lightweight and moveable, making them perfect for
commercial applications, while Performance Series projectors feature
ultra-bright displays perfect for presentations. The Installation Series is
aimed at the education market and is adept to handle large meetings and
long-term installations. The Home Cinema Series is aimed at users with a
penchant for vivid cinema-like displays. Part of the
Performance Series, the BenQ PB7220 is the world brightest 5lb. Category
projector at 2500 ANSI. From their Micro Series, the BenQ PB2220 reaches a
brightness of 3lb. at 1700 lumens brightness and a contrast ratio of 2000:1.
Both, PB7220 and the PB2220 utilize next-generation Texas Instrument DMD
chips equipped with DDR technology, integrating optical, electronic and
mechanical properties together seamlessly. BenQ’s Home Cinema line flagship,
the HDTV-ready BenQ PE8700 is a high-performance projector for demanding home
cinema applications. The PE8700 utilizes the HD2 chip, which minimizes static
signals, yields more realistic colors and offers greater grey scale differentiation
all at a 16:9 viewing ratio.
More:
http://www.BenQ-eu.com
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20) Fujitsu Siemens/Microsoft/eduxx: Dynamic Presenter Bundle
Fujitsu
Siemens Computers, Microsoft and eduxx together offer the Dynamic Presenter
Bundle, a solution for convincing presentations. A LIFEBOOK Notebook or a
STYLISTIC Tablet PC equipped with Microsoft Office XP-packet,
Partout-presentation software by eduxx and Fujitsu/Siemens-Beamer XP60 are
parts of the bundle. Not even three kilos in weight, this complete solution
fits into every brief-case.
More:
http://www.partout-media.de
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21) MEDIUM: V-1100Z – new PLUS DMD projector
MEDIUM,
exclusive distributor of PLUS presents a new projector in the V-series.
Weighing only 1,1 kg the PLUS V-1100Z can be counted amongst the smallest and
lightest projectors worldwide. V-1100Z is equipped with the new generation
DMD chip by Texas Instruments and offers a contrast ration of 2000:1 as well
as stunning video images. The little
projector has a manual zoom lens (1.2x) and the most quiet device in the
V-series.
More:
http://www.medium.de
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22)
Hagor: motor-operated projector lift by EUREX
 The Hagor Products GmbH from Bad
Oeyenhausen (Germany), manufacturer and dealer of media furniture, has
announced that the company has taken over as from now the general
distribution of the French manufacturer EUREX. “The product range of EUREX
completes optimally our product portfolio” says Horst Hahndorf, CEO of the
Hagor Products GmbH. A particular highlight of the EUREX product range is the
motor-operated lift “Video Lift LCD”. The video lift is deliverable in two
length of stroke (100 cm and 200 cm). The lift can carry projectors up to 30
kg weight and is protected against crashes. The motor-operated video lift can
be extended to three emplacements and is operated via an optional available remote
control (infrared or wireless).
More: http://www.hagor.de
eMail: hagor@hagor.de
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23) Sony VPL-CX6: stunning performance and quality in a compact
body
Sony
Business Europe (D) extends its VPL-C-series with the VPL-CX6, a new
XGA-projector. (2995,- € plus VAT) The ultra-compact XGA projector VPL-CX6
will make this happen with its excellent picture quality and operation simplicity.
It delivers superb quality pictures at a brightness of 2000 ANSI lumen and
starts the projection with a simple press of the button thanks to the
intelligent Auto setup function. Further more, the VPL-CX6 projector features
a shorter throwing distance, emergency mode and security password function.
Maximizing your presentation with easy operation, the VPL-CX6 is the
preferred choice for professionals. PC-less presentations can be made
by using the Memory Stick function. Giving a Microsoft PowerPoint
presentation or showing digital photos is easy, with no need to connect a PC
to the projector. The VPL-CX6 comes with a 2 year
PrimeSupport after sales programme, bringing you these valuable benefits: Phone-based
guidance to help get the best out of using your Sony projector; target 2 week repair time with a loan unit
if it's going to take longer, keeping you up and running; original
manufacturer repairs by Sony ; planned cost of ownership.
More:
http://www.sonybiz.net
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24) Samsung: 54" TFT-LCD and 70" PDP flat screen-TV
Plasma or TFT
LCD – Samsung Electronics manufactures the largest flat screen TV worldwide
and showed a new 70 Zoll plasma display panel (PDP)-TV with 178 cm image
diagonal on IFA. It is not only especially large (70") but also High
Definition (HD)-compatible. This Samsung PDP can display images that consist
of 2,07 million pixel (1.920 x 1.080 progressive scanning). This PDP is only
98 mm "thick", offers a brightness of 1.000 Candela and a contrast
of 1.500:1. Samsung has developed the
Digital Natural Image Engine (DNIe), an intelligent image quality
optimiser, which offers excellent images under all circumstances.
Furthermore, there is the new Thin Film Transistor-Liquid Christal Display
(TFT-LCD)-TV with an image diagonal of 54'' (137 cm) which Samsung also has
introduced on IFA. A resolution of 1.920 x 1.080 and a 16:9 screen format,
the device is entirely High Definition useable. It only weighs 20 kg and is
5cm "thick".
More:
http://www.samsungelectronics.com
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25) HP conference room projector XP8010
For companies that rely upon a compelling multimedia environment to
achieve their business goals, the HP xp8010 digital projector—the first in
the series—is already available, and the HP xp8020 is set to launch in early
2004. HP's new Digital Projector xp8000 series combines cutting-edge
functionality with worry-free projection systems. The HP Digital Projectors
xp8010 and xp8020 deliver unsurpassed projection quality for rooms of all
sizes, offering the flexibility needed to be competitive in any business
arena. These projectors can easily display images on surfaces as close as 3.3
feet or as far away as 29 feet. And because these projectors are so easy to
use, the presenter can focus her attention on delivering key messages and
keeping the audience's attention instead of worrying about projection quality.
The HP Digital Projector xp8000 series offers the latest technologies and the
most advanced image quality available on the market today—from brightness and
image optimisation to dual color wheel technology. These projectors also are
the brightest among all pro digital projectors in their class. They deliver
2,600 peak ANSI lumens (xp8010) and 3,300 peak ANSI lumens (xp8020) so that
your images are always vividly displayed. And HP makes superior image quality
even easier and hassle-free: An intuitive interface expertly detects the type
of input signal received and automatically optimises the image.
More:
http://www.hp.com/
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26) Toshiba: lifestyle with Hollywood PRO 57
WH 36 P
"Spirit
your Life" was the motto of Toshiba Consumer Product exhibition on IFA
2003. Oriented at zeitgeist, market trends and the ever-changing consumer
needs the focus in the home entertainment area has been newly positioned.
Thus, Toshiba showed among other product news the 100 Hz PAL + NTSC-Progressive
Scan rear projection TV "Hollywood PRO 57 WH 36", which is
characterized by a 57" (145cm) screen diagonal and 16:9 format. The rear
projection TV supports the new Toshiba technologies PIXEL PROcessing,
Convergence Protection and Active Vision. Three Super Brightron PRO picture
tube and 2 x 80 Watt sound as well as
an intelligent tuning system enable an outstanding movie experience.
More:
http://www.toshiba.de/consumer
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27) Beamax: new screens
 Beamax enlarges its product range.
Besides the R-series (Rollo) and the M-series (electric screens) Beamax will
offer frame screens (A-series) this autumn. The new frame screens of the
A-series are easy to install and provide an excellent flatness of the canvas.
As well as the R- and M-series the frame screens are characterised by a very
good price/quality ration. The A-series will be available in the sizes 16:9
and 4:3 for prices from 400€ (recommended retail price) from October. Dealers
receive interesting reseller conditions.
More: http://www.beamax.com
eMail: info@beamax.com
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28) Metz: Flat-Cinema-TV in 40''
On IFA Metz
introduced LCD/TFT-TVs also with large image diagonal for the first time –
this large image diagonal until now was only possible in plasma-technology.
Metz Flat-Cinema-TV 40'' has exactly this size. The new LCD/TFT-TV offers an
image diagonal of 102 cm (40''). Metz is a company that not only presents
this technology but they also sell these new 40'' devices as from
September. Flat-Cinema-TV 40'' is characterized by flickering-free images
with extraordinary color brightness. It has a resolution of W-XGA-quality
(1280x768 Pixel). Fast movements are compensated by Dynamic Motion
Compensation. Via VGA-connection Metz Flat-Cinema-TV 40'' can be combined with professional computer
application. Another positive feature of LCD/TFT technology is little power consumption.
More:
http://www.metz.de
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29) Projecta: High quality homecinema screens
The IFA show
which was held in Berlin from 29th August till the 3rd of September was a big
success. Many people visited the Projecta-booth and were interested in
Projecta's complete range Home Cinema products. In the created living room
every visitor could experience the ultimate viewing pleasure 'in a big way'
on Projecta's Home Cinema projection screens. Electrically operated
projection screens offer the utmost in ease of use and professional
appearance. Each projection screen in this range is easy to install and has
been equipped with a powerful low noise motor. All screens are guaranteed
against manufacturing and material defects for a period of 5 years. Projecta
exhibited PermScreen
and the new PermScreen Deluxe on IFA. Also on exhibition were HomeScreen and
PermWall. Also on the booth the new „VariVision electrol“. This 3 in 1 home
cinema projection screen was developed for situations when various image
characters are needed. Thus, this screen can be used with video formats:
video (4:3), broad screen (16:9) or cinemascope (1:2,35).
More:
http://www.projecta.nl/
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30) Rearprojection SMART Board 2000i – mobile + easy to handle
SMART has
developed a low-priced rear projection solution particular for pedagogues.
The interactive Whiteboard “Rearprojection SMART Board 2000i” is mobile, easy
to handle and adapted to the needs of pedagogues who work with computers. The
2000i combines the advantages of a big (66“/168 cm diagonal), without
shadows, touch sensitive displays with a height adjustable design. The
teachers can lower the screen with one handle and teach in a height which is
approachable to pupils of every age. The 2000i is delivered with
pre-installed SVGA (800x600) and 1,600 ANSI lumens projector. The software
upgrades are free. The recommended retail prices is 13,990 €, for public
educational institutions there is the possibility of encouragement (support
price 9,990 €). This recent member of SMARTs rearprojection product family
offers superior image quality and precise touch control due to the new DViT
(Digital Vision Touch) technology. Furthermore, the 2001i can easily be
transported from room to room with its big rolls.
More:
http://www.smarttech.com
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31) MediaVision:
"JumpVision" – new definition in presentation
JumpVision – that’s
fresh design and innovative technology. The JumpVision development by
MediaVision GmbH defines TV and presentation in an entire new way: light,
multi-functional, and easy to put together. Actually developed for shop-TV
and events JumpVision is also highly fashionable within home cinema
application. A 50" MagicDaylight rear projection disc and a lamp that
has a life span of 11000 hours built the heart of this fascinating “marathon” multimedia Jump Vision projector.
MediaVision offers as an optional extra ceiling mounts and integrated
fragrance „guns“ for shop applications. Jump Vision is available four weeks
after IFA in Berlin. Suggested retailer prize is estimated at less than 4000
€ for the 50"-version. For the channel distribution MediaVision is
looking for sales partners. Mr. Klaus Kiesewetter, Tel: 0271-314840 is
contact person.
More:
http://www.media-vision.de
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32) TDS: Gustav-Walle
School in Wuerzburg wins a multimedia classroom
Four
companies, TDS Promethean, Sanyo, Wacom and mcr-gmbh joined forces earlier
this year to present solutions for interactive classrooms on the annual
education fair in Nürnberg. They had launched a competition for schools to
submit ideas about their ideal interactive classroom. The
Gustav-Walle-Hauptschule in Wuerzburg has won this competition with prizes of
a total value of €9,000.00. Their excellent project - a joint effort of the
class 9c and their teacher - draws a
realistic picture about how an interactive classroom could look like. In
particular, they took into consideration pedagogical aspects in a day-to-day
teaching situation. The visionary head teacher, Mr Linus
Dietz, was of course very happy when he learned the news and invited
immediately one representative of the companies to present the prize during
the end-of-school assembly to all year nine classes and their teachers. In
Autumn, the ACTIVboard, projector and interactive panel will be installed in
the school, followed by an inauguration ceremony. All participating companies
congratulate the Gustav-Walle-Hauptschule for winning this first prize.
More:
http://www.tds-promethean.de
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 33) New at ict: 84 Zoll Plasma Screen – bigger, wider and thinner
Amazing but
true: for a short time ict offers an 84 inch absolutely picture-amusement
which is arguably the biggest plasma screen available on the market. The
large-size 16:9 video wall in XGA solution from Neodigm (contrast: 2500:1
with brightness from 600 cd/qm) composes of four 42 inch plasma displays
(2001 x 1190 x 100 mm) with only 3 mm racks and delivers either four
splitting pictures or an overall picture. Because of its ultrathin design of
100 mm the 130 kg slightly big-display offers multifunctional
installation-options and let itself integrated to nearly all installation.
Optimal applications for this eyecatcher are e.g. entrance areas, control
center or training center. For the first time the plasma screen was presented
by ict innovation days 2003 at end of June.
More: http://www.ict.de
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34) RUF Betten presents the first multimedia bed
Going to
cinema in pyjamas? This question will cause no astonishing in the future, but
rather cause an envious gaze from all who already need to drive to the
cinema. RUF Betten presented with the RUF-cinema the first multimedia be for
the bedroom at the IFA. The chief attraction of the RUF-cinema is that the
bed possesses an integrated monitor screen (130 x 98 cm) in the foot part
that is normally hidden under an aluminium-colored design coverage. It can be
extended via remote control. The “heart” of the multimedia bed lies in the
heading section. There is installed an aluminium-colored media rack between
the parted adjustable cushion heading section on which a DVD-player and a
beamer have enough space. From there the images are projected on the screen
at the food part.
More:
http://www.ruf-betten.de
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35)
Minicom: new SMART IP LINK-version
A 1-Port KVM
Remote Access solution has been introduced to the market by Minicom Advanced
System. The solution that offers absolute security and various customer
controlling is a version of SMART IP LINK. It enables the user to remotely
control a single computer or server farm via KVM-switcher from any location
with TCP/IP over LAN, WAN or Internet. SMART IP LINK is usable for a broad
spectrum of computer and IT applications. It is available at a prize of 1.295
€.
More:
http://www.minicom.ch
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36) New at VisionTools: plasma mountings by SMS
The
distributor VisionTools has a solution with the universal plasma mounting
system for nearly every fixing problem whatever which plasma it is. With the
new universal plasma adapterslide for sizes from 30 up to 61 inch (with max.
45 kg), the user is extremely flexible and can actually adjust the adapter to
the different plasmas. For this reason it is possible to hang up the plasma
vertical provided that it is allowed by the manufacturer.
More:
http://www.visiontools.de
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37) Lumin: Flyingscreen at SANYO booth
On IFA booth
of SANYO Multimedia various Lumin projection dices were used to present SANYO
products especially the projectors optimally. Thus, two Flyingscreens were
installed in order to be seen excellently by visitors even from a distance
and attract them to come closer to the booth. The Flyingscreen was a helium
filled balloon in which a large picture projection h(3 x 2.25 m) was
integrated.
More:
http://www.lumin.de
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38) Yamaha: high resolution DSPs,
integrated video processor
Yamaha presented at the IFA among other
things the actual generation of amplifier with integrated video processor.
This processor takes on a lot of sophisticated functions which are otherwise
attributed to the projector or the DVD player. The DSP-Z9 is for example the
first amplifier that allows the output of progressive scan signals even
though the applied DVD player does not support this function. Moreover,
Yamaha has again enhanced radically the capability of the DSPs. Opposite to
the previous top model DSP-AZ1 the DSP-Z9 works with the triple data
frequency. Also, the 96 kHz/24 bit signals are for the first time directly
handled by the DSP programs.
More:
http://www.yamaha-online.de
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39) beyerdynamic:
new table microphones MCS 501 + MCS 553
 The product line of wired
conference systems MCS of beyerdynamic will be completed with further
microphones for fixed installation. The MCS 501 as delegate and the MCS 503
as president version are qualified as much for table as for desk fixtures.
Due to the modern Nextel surface coating they fit in every appearance of a
meeting room. Special requests concerning the color design are optionally
possible. As nearly invisible microphone, the MCS 553 lends oneself to the
under table installation. The detachable swan neck microphone is connected
through the table with a fast plug-type connection to the microphone.
Concerning the microphone push-button which is also integrated into the table
customer or architecture wishes can be considered. The MCS 553 can be applied
both as delegated and as president microphone.
More: http://www.beyerdynamic.de
eMail: info@beyerdynamic.de
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40) M-CATEC: ZINWELL ProV+ PV-500 again test best in c't 16/03
Already for he
second time an external TV-Tuner box from ZINWELL got the best notes in a
test of this renowned German magazine, after the previous basic model ZINWELL
ProV PV-100 already scored highest in
issue 26/2002. The PV-500 was shown at IFA Berlin by M-CATEC, European
distribution arm of ZINWELL Taiwan. In addition the ZINWELL PV-600 external
tuner with TELETEXT and STEREO was on display. A unit which caters for the
connection needs of the newest Displays in the AV and Projector market,
dispenses with Progressive Scan and Scaling as well as VGA Inputs and
Outputs. VGA are designed to work with PCs and, therefore, not optimal for
moving video or movie sequences. PV-600 instead offers COMPONENT (YCbCr),
S-VIDEO (Y/C), COMPOSITE as well as
Stereo Audio outputs to cater for the needs of the purists whose displays
already offer optimal picture processing functions. Besides an RF Input it
also features a Video Input for Teletext decoding from external sources.
More:
http://www.m-catec.com
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41) VITEC on IFA: ClearOne MAX Wireless + XAP-800
After a
distribution cooperation with ClearOne Communications had been put up in July
VITEC Distribution GmbH used its exhibition on IFA in Berlin to show ClearOne
products. Highlights were conferencing telephones of the MAX-series. The wireless conferencing
telephone MAX Wireless mobile and flexible Telephone conferencing within a
radius of 50 meters is possible. Another highlight is the ClearOne-flagship
XAP-800, an 8-channel-microphon-mixer with echo and noise cancelling on each
microphone input. A Digital Sound Processing with filter, delay and
compressor guarantees a system with excellent audio quality in every
location.
More:
http://www.vitec-distribution.com
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42) New at CT Germany: Barco iLite 6
CT Creative
Technology Germany increased their demo stock by 290 LED modules Barco iLite
6, the newest LED technology. The high resolution iLite 6 modules are
especially designed for indoor use. An excellent image quality supports various
applications at events, exhibitions and in television studios. The processing
is controlled by the newest Barco D 320 PL processor. These processors are
used by CT for all iLite and DLte products. CT also uses it for any
"picture in picture" application with digital DVI or analog RGBHV
source. CT Germany is also letting fibre optical cables to support long distance
installation. Also available are HD SDI input boards for LED processing.
After initially using the devices on IAA 2003 in Frankfurt a. M. in
September, now all products are available.
More:
http://www.ctgermany.com
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43) NEC-Mitsubishi: Get your luggage faster
with the LCD3000
The monitor manufacturer NEC-Mitsubishi Electronics Display Europe
equipped the airport in Zurich (UNIQUE) with the prize winning 30”-LCD NEC
LCD3000. The 33 devices are now used as information displays in the extended
baggage claim areas so that people can get to their luggage much faster than
before. The introduction of the 30” displays was followed by the larger 40”
version very quickly. NEC-Mitsubishi thus entered a new market segment and
was the first provider who was able to deliver. The LCD-audio-video-monitors
have a viewing angle of 170° horizontally and 170° vertically. With the very
low switching speed of the displays (25 ms LCD3000 and 23 ms LCD4000) videos
can be displayed clearly in DVD quality. In contrast to other presentation
technologies (e.g. plasma) no phosphor is used here so that there is no
“burn-in” effect. This ensures a permanent brilliant picture quality and
lengthens the operating time. Apart from that both displays are provided with
a multitude of interfaces.
More:
http://www.nec-mitsubishi.com
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44) New at LANG-AV: BARCO iLite 6 LED module
From now on the
renter LANG AudioVision AG near Cologne offers besides its own well known
product series the iLite modules of market leader BARCO. The
management of the company decided for the multifunctional product iLite 6
because of its small pixel distance. The high resolution makes a brilliant picture
possible, even if there is only a very short distance between the audience
and the module. Another important aspect for rental purposes is the solid
processing of the modules, which allows trouble-free versatile installations.
The main argument for the investment of the dry-hire company was the
increasing request for LED modules. Further information on availableness,
renting charges and reservations is available under 0049 (0) 2266-4764-0 or
per e-mail.
More:
http://www.lang-av.com
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45) IC / AVP: large display-expert forum (8.10.03, Hotel Hilton, Duesseldorf)
 InterConnection
Consulting Group and AVP Newsletter are going to present the “Large Display
expert forum” on 08. October 2003 at the Hilton
Hotel in Duesseldorf. The one-day presentation, which is aimed at leading
manufacturers and resellers from the AV area, is dedicated to the perspectives
of the market and questions of marketing in the area of projectors, LCD- and
plasma monitors as well as home cinema. On the basis of current studies of
renowned market researchers the future market situation is going to be
analysed and market strategies for manufacturers and resellers in the business
and home cinema area are going to be discussed. The focus of marketing are
measures to escape sinking margins. This can work through consequent power
pricing and customer profiling, two methods which emphasize customer benefits
and the emotional decision making for the selling of technical products. The
AV expert forum leaves broad space for exchanging experiences and discussions
for the participants and is supposed to take place as a platform for manufacturers
and resellers annually.
More: http://www.interconnectionconsulting.com
eMail:
info@interconnectionconsulting.com
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46) HDTV weeks at GROBI.TV
HDTV- high resolution television gets every home cinema fan going.
Unfortunately only fans in the USA and Asia are able to enjoy the impressive
picture quality up to now. But home cinema specialist GROBI from Kaarst near
Duesseldorf is going to present a HDTV week in October at
which the possibilities of HDTV projections are going to be demonstrated. A
plus is that the company JVC is going to come out with a HDTV video camera
for the semi-professional area as well as a HDTV recorder in Germany from
September onwards. Some providers are planning to broadcast first HDTV
programmes via satellite for demonstration purposes soon.
More:
http://www.grobi.tv
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47) Prolight+Sound Shanghai (15.-18.10.03) + Frankfurt (31.3.-3.4.04)
Prolight
+ Sound the international trade fair for event and communication technology,
AV production and entertainment is going to extend its significance as
important international trendsetter of the sector from 15.–18. October 2003 in Shanghai and
from 31.3.-04.04.2004
in Frankfurt. As the centre of the audiovisual world the fair meets the
requirements of our time in both thematic variety and contents. About 650
exhibitors, 20.000 visitors and a further increase of the grade of internationality
are expected for Frankfurt in the year 2004. Prolight + Sound shows the whole
growth potential of the branch. It brings all segments of visible and audible
technology together and is one of the most important platforms for establishing
new business contacts and inspiring exchange of experiences for experts from
all over the world.
More: http://www.prolight-sound.com
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48) LastMinute-, Company-, cooperation and latest news
- Liesegang: New sales structures result in profit
Liesegang, Duesseldorf projector manufacturer, has finalized its
restructuring measures resulting in successful optimisation of sales
processes. In the future, sales
structure will be focused on the
AV-trade, IT-distribution and proposals. Furthermore, Liesegang will be
extending the successful marketing of selected projector models in the
consumer-electronic-trade. Desoto of a bad market and a slowly recovering
demand Liesegang CEO Patrick Palombo is very likely to achieve the companies’
targets and will probably finish the 4. quarter 2003 with profit.
More:
http://www.liesegang.de
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- Trade Show
Review: CEDIA 2003
CEDIA (Custom
Electronics Design and Installation Association) is the trade organization of
custom home theatre designers and installers. In September of each year the
CEDIA trade show brings together vendors, dealers, installers, and retailers
to showcase the latest in equipment and supplies that have anything to do
with specialty home theatre. Quite often many new home theatre projectors are
debuted at this show, which took place in Indianapolis over the first weekend
in September. This year's show featured a bumper
crop of new projectors priced as low as $1,399 and as much as $30,000 or
more. Noteworthy improvements in overall image quality were evident at every
price category. With the products now hitting the market, even modest
investments in home theatre projectors will give viewers better picture
quality than they find in a commercial theatre.
More:
http://www.projectorcentral.com
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- InfoComm
2004 to feature Digital Cinema Forum
The
International Communications Industries Association, Inc. (ICIA) and Digital Cinema Report are pleased to announce
the first-ever Digital Cinema Forum, a day-long conference to explore the
growing number of applications for new and emerging digital cinema
technologies. The event will take place June 8, 2004 in Atlanta,
as part of InfoComm Week. ”Digital cinema technology has uses in applications
far beyond the local cineplex,” says Nick Dager, Editor and Publisher of Digital Cinema Report, the online news
service for widescreen production and presentation. “These non-theatrical
applications include advertising, training, sales & marketing, location
based entertainment and home theatre. Taken together these various markets
represent an enormous opportunity for systems integrators, the people who
will be charged with the challenge of designing and building the
infrastructures to support them.” ICIA Executive Director Randal A. Lemke,
Ph.D. says: "Digital cinema is a growing part of our industry. This
one-day event presents a new and attractive dimension added to the scope of educational
opportunities already available at InfoComm."
More:
http://www.infocomm.org
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- Märtens/Mvision: LCD-TVs from 15" - 40"
Video
conference monitor provider Mvision exhibited a complete programme of
15" to 40" LCD TVs on IFA. In the year 2003 Mvision anticipates a sales of 3000 – 5000 devices. The
number of devices to be sold is limited due to availability of components.
Production is currently fixed on a number of 800 devices per day. Exclusive
distribution in Germany is conducted by Märtens Communication GmbH & Co.
KG, Hannover. For the rest of Europe distribution partners are still needed.
Märtens Communication anticipates that the current available number of
devices can be sold in Germany. The European service center is going to be
located in Hannover.
More:
http://www.maertens.net + http//www.mvision.com.tw
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- MindWare Frankfurt specializes on service
MindWare AG,
Frankfurt, Germany, IT- service provider today is well known since its
founding in October 1997. Focus of business has been education sector and
civil authorities. In April 2003 the sister company MindWare Sued GmbH was
founded in Stuttgart. In connection with MindWare Sued GmbH the sales office
in Heidelberg was opened in July 2003. Services include planning, consulting,
installation, service and support as a complete solution provider for
projectors, screens, interactive whiteboards, plasma displays, PCs, Notebooks
and periphery, networking technology, education solution, video conferencing
systems, media controlling as well as conferencing room applications.
More:
http://www.mindware-ag.de
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- Micronas: higher quality of sound
Micronas has
presented the first Single-Chip-TV-Audio-Processor with integrated Dolby Pro
Logica II-Decoding worldwide. These Multistandard-Sound-Processors consist
of latest integrated Surround-Sound-Decoding-Technology for
TVs. With this processor Micronas enhanced TV sound quality. Chips of the new
MSP 44x2K-family are fully compatible with
all ICs in the Micronas MSP
product family.
More:
http://www.micronas.com
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- AVT MEDIA! GmbH files for insolvency
AVT MEDIA!
GmbH, 100% daughter company of MEDIA! AG, has filed for insolvency at the
county court in Kiel on August 18. Contact: MEDIA! AG, Dr. Arno Haselhorst,
board of directors, phone +49-(0)89-620111-147, fax: +49-(0)89-620111-513
eMail:
invest@media-ag.com
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- MEDIA! AG and Mediarent Gürtler & Mack
GmbH stop operative business
County court
Munich has initiated the insolvency proceeding regarding the capital of
MEDIA! AG für innovative Medientechnologie (ISIN DE0006633308) and
Mediarent Gürtler & Mack GmbH. Attorney Dr. Wolfgang Ott, Munich, was appointed insolvency administrator. Business of both
companies will be stopped. Current orders will be finalized. Contact: Dr. Wolfgang Ott,
Ott & Kollegen Rechtsanwälte, Nymphenburger Str. 139, 80636 München,
Tel.: +49 (0)89–12026-0, Fax: +49(0)89–12026-127.
eMail:
rechtsanwaelte@ott-koll.de
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- Very bright and super light – new Mitsubishi-projector XD50U
With the
latest model in the area of high quality presentation media, the new DLP
Projector XD50U, Mitsubishi Electric (Ratingen) is setting new standards.
With a weight of just 1.5kg and compact dimensions of 190 x 53 x 239 mm, the
microportable projector is the perfect travel companion for those not wanting
to compromise on professionalism. Small in size but extremely powerful, the
XD50U offers more features than many larger projectors. The clear, bright
picture quality is taken care of by the DLP Technology from Texas
Instruments, an XGA-resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels, a brightness of 1500
ANSI Lumen, (which also makes possible a presentation in a light room, in
front of 30 to 100 people), and a contrast ratio of 1500:1. The PC Card Slot
for Compact Flash Media allows the direct projection of data without the need
for a PC or laptop. Amongst the many tools producing a dynamic and striking
presentation are the manual zoom lens and the digital zoom, for enlarging
picture clips, the manual focus, a presentation timer as well as a remote
control the size of a credit card to operate the projector. A further feature
when projecting upwards is the digital keystone correction. And thanks to its
sleek design, anti-vibration technology and innovative fan technology, the
XD50U has a low noise output of just 36.8 dB (low mode) and thus can hardly
be heard.
More:
http://www.mitsubishi-evs.de
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- BOXLIGHT
unveils ultrabright MP-45t projector
BOXLIGHT, a
distributor of digital projection technology, is proud to present the MP-45t,
a full-featured, ultrabright LCD unit designed specifically for large-venue
fixed installations. With 4500 ANSI lumens and 90 percent
of brightness uniformity, the MP-45t is perfect for use in large meeting
rooms and auditoriums. Superb video and image reproduction are achieved
with 1100:1 contrast ratio, digital progressive scanning and true XGA
(1024x768) resolution with compression for SXGA (1280x1024). The MP-45t,
which weighs 18.5 lbs., has been designed with permanent installation in
mind. A near flawless image can be achieved in almost any environment with a
host of image placement and correction options including digital keystone
adjustment, digital zoom imaging, power lens shift and an array of
bayonet-style optional lenses. Built to impress, the MP-45t is
HDTV-compatible with HDCP and offers a variety of input options including component
video and DVI, which eliminates white noise in a projected computer image to
ensure an outstanding picture. Not only is the MP-45t a bright and capable
presentation partner, it is also extremely versatile with a lamp-saving
economy mode - conserving energy, increasing lamp life and lowering overall
projector noise.
More:
http://www.boxlight.com
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- Panasonic: New products at IBC 2003
Panasonic will
be showing its newest products at IBC 2003. New models of Panasonic’s class
leading 42” plasmas displays, with even higher contrast ratios and resolution
will be shown, together with a new excellent value 14” SD (640x480) model of
professional LCD monitors with brightness of 450cd/m2 and contrast ratio of
400:1 for those general applications where space is at a premium and
reliability of paramount importance. Another one, 8.4 inch HD/SD multi format
LCD monitor, BT-LH900 will be introduced in Europe. This compact and light
weight monitor is suitable for field-use, OB van, and especially with
Varicam. Although announced some time ago, the new ‘high end’ DVCPRO 50
camcorder, the AJ-SDX900E, is now shipping and will be featured on the stand.
This switchable 25/50 Mbps-4x3/16x9 interlace/progressive switchable
camcorder provides the ultimate in performance/price ratios and is aimed at
all genres of SD production requiring top quality location acquisition. It
has 12 bit DSP and high sensitivity of F13 @ 2000lux. Two new models of
DVCPRO/DVCPRO50 VTR are introduced – the full facilities AJ-SD955B with full
front panel editing and the simpler AJ-SD930B, cost-effective model. Both
support playback of DV and DVCAM. Equipped with the optional IEEE1394 board
(AJ-YAD955G), non-linear editor can be connected.
More:
http://www.panasonic-broadcast.com
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- MEDION: portable DLP-projector MD 2980 A
MEDION has
presented an own DLP-projector on
IFA: MEDION MD 2980 DA. This SVGA-projector offers 1000 ANSI-lumens at a
contrast ratio of 1000:1. This
projector weighs 2,1 kg, is 9,7 cm high, and its measures are just as small
as a DIN-A4 sheet (20,5 x 28 cm). This DLP-projector is ideal for home cinema
use and supports both 4:3 and 16:9 format. The life span of the lamp is 1500
hours.
More:
http://www.medion.com
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