5) Luxion:
twice as much discount for ASK/Proxima
Luxion GmbH offers
its trade dealers a discount on ASK Proxima projectors when ordered for
target groups like schools, public authorities and non-profit institutions.
As from now, this discount will even be doubled for the following portable
projectors until the end of this year: ASK Proxima C110 (SVGA, 1600 A-L),
C160 (XGA, 1700 A-L.) and C180 (XGA 2200 A-L). Details and price information
are available at the Luxion GmbH.
More: http://www.luxion.de
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6) Toshiba:
16:9 home cinema projector MT200
 Toshiba Projection & Display
Technology (PDT) offers a new Digital-Light-Processing (DLP) projector, the
MT200, which enables an easy start into home cinema. Its Real Wide Panel
offers true 16:9 format. Equipped with Truevision De-Interlacing and a
contrast ratio of 2500:1 the MT 200 is realizing excellent presentations.
Three picture modes allow for best colour results in any situation. The
brightness of 750 ANSI lumens is optimally adjusted to a movie experience in
the darkened living room. Thanks to latest technology video signals are
displayed flicker-free. A low fan noise level supports real home cinema experience.
The MT200 will be available at the end of September in retail stores and at
trade dealers at a suggested retail price of 1,699 Euro (incl. VAT).
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand Y019 (Kindermann)
More: http://www.toshiba.de/projectors
eMail: projektoreninfo@toshiba-teg.com
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7) WS-Spalluto:
Projectiondesign MKII + SONAVISone
At the
photokina, WS-Spalluto will present the Projectiondesign model one MKII among
other things. Following projectiondesign´s guiding idea of constantly
improving their products, the German distributor WS-Spalluto will exhibit
latest projector developments at the photokina. An especially set up home
cinema will serve as presentation space. The latest version of the "action
modell mkII" as well as the new "action modell zero five mkII"
will be shown there. In contrast to the model one mkII with HD2+ chip, the
model action zero five mkII is using the Mattehornchip (1024x576) and a
seven-segment colour wheel. In addition, SONAVISone will be shown. It can be
used as a player for i.e. HD-material. SONAVISone is a true multimedia
device: whether photos, TV, HDTV DVD or High Definition material -
presentation on plasma displays is brilliant.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand U039
More: http://www.wsspalluto.de
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8) Canon
has 4 new multimedia projectors
 Canon presents four new multimedia
projectors that are designed for various tasks: LV-X4, LV-5220, LV-7220 and
LV 7225. Externally, the compact projectors are almost identical. They mainly
differ in resolution and brightness. The X4 offers 1500 ANSI lumens at an XGA
resolution, the LV-5220 offers 2000 ANSI lumens at a SVGA resolution, the
LV-7220 has 2000 ANSI lumens and XGA, the LV-7225 has 2500 ANSI lumens and
also XGA. New are the automatic vertical keystone correction, a blackboard
mode ensuring optimised presentation on school boards and a more silent fan.
All projectors possess a 1.6-times wide angle zoom objective which is adapted
for flexible positioning and large projections even in small rooms. The projectors
only weigh 2.9 kilos and need A4+ footprint only. Thanks to a Key-Lock-Function
both the projector and the remote control are protected from unauthorized
usage.
photokina, Halle 02.2, Stand E020
More: http://www.canon-europe.com/
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9) Geha compact
237
The new
data-video projector Geha compact 237 offers more flexibility thanks to
better connectivity. It presents extraordinary colours and images using
LCD-technology in true XGA resolution (1024 x 768), a brightness of up to
2200 ANSI lumens and a contrast ratio of 500:1. When running in Eco mode the
brightness can be reduced to 1800 ANSI lumens, and in result a longer lamp
life span of up to 3000 hours can be achieved. Image representation is
adjustable using vertical and horizontal trapezoid correction. The compact
237 has an extremely low fan noise level of only 27 dB. The compact 237 is
offered for 1,990 Euro (+ VAT).
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand V041
More: http://www.geha.de
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10) HP brings
movie entertainment into the living room
With the new
digital projectors EP7112, EP7122 and EP9012, HP brings high quality movie
entertainment into the living room. The devices offer a lot of technology.
Thanks to brightness of 840 and 1020 ANSI lumens all projectors allow for
good visibility even under difficult light conditions. According to
requirements the projection screen can be adjusted to movie (16:9) or TV
(4:3) format. The SVGA introduction model EP7112 represents an especially
lifelike picture. Such a precise projection can be realized thanks to a
contrast ratio of 1600:1. Thanks to a 6-segment-colour wheel the rainbow
effect is reduced and thus, dynamic, sharp and brilliant colours are
displayed. A video processor that is integrated in the DLP chip allows for
flicker-free images. The home cinema projector is equipped with a 15W speaker
system and a 30W subwoofer. The EP7112 will be available as of October 1 at a
price of 1,499 Euro (suggested retail price) at the trade dealer.
photokina, Halle 3.1, Stand L020
More: http://www.hp.com
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11) CASIO
at photokina
 At the photokina CASIO will be
exhibit the business projectors XJ-350 and XJ-450 as well as the
multi-functional camera system YC-400. Compact design, latest technology and
especially easy handling characterize the devices. Perfect cooperation of all
three high-performance devices allow for entirely new application solutions
and highest flexibility in modern business presentation. Whether in small or large,
dark or bright rooms - these extremely bright data projectors represent ideal
devices for mobile applications in any environment.
photokina, Halle 3.1, Stand J048
More: http://www.casio-projectors.com/
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12) EPSON:
EMP-740/745 - mobile at maximum performance
The new EPSON
ultra-portable XGA-projectors EMP-745 and EMP-740 are extremely lightweight
and bright. Thanks to a weight of only 1.8 kilos both devices are extremely
mobile and offer up to 2500 ANSI lumens. They can be fit into existing networks
easily. The EMP-745 can be integrated into wireless LANs according to IEEE
802.11g-standard and can be also used without computer (via USB-Stick/PCMCIA-interface).
Epson´s LCD-Advanced-Imaging-technology allows for a large colour range
realizing lifelike pictures, bright colours and a very high resolution. The
"rainbow effect" will not appear in this system. Maximum
performance of both projectors is also achieved by a long life span of the
lamp and easy handling. The EMP-745 costs 3,584.40 Euro, the EMP 740 costs
3,468.40 Euro (suggested retail price incl. VAT).
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand Y019 (Kindermann)
More: http://www.epson-europe.com
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13) Medium:
2 AVIO-models at photokina
At the
photokina Medium GmbH will present two AVIO business projectors: MP-20E and
MP-50E. The projectors are distributed exclusively by the Düsseldorf Medium
GmbH. Thanks to an integrated, high resolution camera both devices project
i.e. real objects, flyers, photos or hand-written notes as well as data and
video signals. The integrated camera has an extremely large depth of field
enabling even sharp representation of three-dimensional objects. Both AVIO
models offer high brightness: 2000 ANSI lumens with the MP-20E and 3000 ANSI
lumens with the MP-50E.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand P008
More: http://www.medium.de/scripts/index.cfm
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14) 1.9
kilos - BenQ PB2240 - the new micro portable
BenQ has
introduced PB2240, a micro portable data video projector, to the market. It
weighs only 1.9 kilos and has a size of 283 x 60 x 180 mm. This XGA projector
works at a brightness of 2000 ANSI lumens. Thanks to a contrast ratio of
2000:1 brilliant projections in bright colours and a deep black level are
guaranteed. The brightness can be reduced to 1600 ANSI lumens in eco-mode
resulting in a lower noise level of only 32 dB. In addition, the life span of
the lamp is lengthened to approx. 3000 hours. The BenQ PB2240 can show movies
in the right size: 4:3 or 16:9 optionally. Thanks to automatic keystone
correction a perfect image is always guaranteed. The suggested retail price
for this projector is 2,249 Euro incl. VAT.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand P008
More: http://www.BenQ.com
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15) InFocus
ScreenPlay 777 has been awarded
The InFocus
ScreenPlay 777 has not only convinced users but has also impressed the jury of
the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA). The jury nominated the
device "2004-2005 European High-End Projector of the Year". EISA
selected the ScreenPlay 777 winner due to its three-chip-DLP-technology, 2000
video-optimised ANSI lumens and a contrast ratio of 3000:1. Further criteria
included the outstanding objective, which is available in up to seven
different focal lengths, and various connection possibilities such as DVI,
YUV and RGB progressive. Further technical highlights of the InFocus ScreenPlay
777 could even convince hard boiled film freaks: an integrated D65 movie
colour mastering standard i.e. allows for brilliant images and colours.
More: http://www.infocus.com
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16) EIKI:
high-performance projector LC-X6
 The EIKI LC-X6 is a video/ data
large display high-performance projector that is dedicated to applications as
towards event and rental staging. The LC-X6 had its premiere on the InfoComm
2004 in Atlanta/USA. The projector will be exhibited in Germany for the first
time at the photokina on the EIKI booth. The LC-X6 has a XGA resolution, a
brightness of 6500 ANSI lumens and a contrast ratio of 1300:1. An integrated
mechanical shutter is adjustable. The LC-X6 will be delivered with
Edge-Blending function and an electronic correction for curved screens. A
vertical and horizontal Lens-Shift function allows for flexibility in
positioning. The EIKI LC-X6 is expected to be introduced on the market at the
end of November 2004. At the photokina EIKI will present itself together with
partner companies, dnp and BOSE. They intend to enthuse to visitors with a
spectacular show featuring projection, image and sound.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand P024
More: http://www.eiki.de/
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17) Mitsubishi:
new projectors at photokina
Mitsubishi
Electric Europe will introduce numerous new products within the areas of home
cinema and mobile projectors. The DLP home cinema projector HC900, for
example, featuring digital interface and copy protection will have its
premiere in Germany succeeding the HC3. As towards mobile projectors the new
models will be XD400U/ XD450U featuring DLP technology, extra long lamp life
span and integrated PIN code protection. These projectors are leaders in its
product segment as towards brightness and equipment. In the class of
micro-portable projectors the XD60U, with 1.5 kilos a true lightweight, will
be setting new standards following the XD50U. In addition, the introduction
model SE1U has been enhanced and is now named SE2U. In October latest all new
products will be available on the German market.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand O011 + Halle 11.1,
Stand C 027
More: http://www.mitsubishi-evs.de/en/home.asp
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18) NEC:
the new VT series
A success
story is continued thanks to the new VT generation. The VT series´ projectors
convince thanks to improved brightness of up to 2100 ANSI lumens and a
contrast ratio of 400:1. Manual wall colour correction and handy operation
lead to an outstanding performance of this projector generation. A low noise
level of only 28 dB allows for pleasant presentation. I.e. easy handling and
innovative design characterize the VT47. Set up using DVD-player, computer or
video recorder is easy, even for first time users. The VT47 offers a
resolution of 800 x 600 pixels (SVGA) and is thus especially applicable for
play back of videos and TV. Thanks to a brightness of 1500 ANSI lumens and a
contrast ratio of 400:1 the VT47 projects movies in luscious colours.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand P040
More: http://www.de.nec.de/home.php/lang/ENG
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19) PT-D5500
by Panasonic
This HDTV DLP
projector is the first one in its class that is dedicated to 24/7
performance. The Panasonic PT-D5500 is using a new "Fluid Cooled
System" and 2 lamps. It has a brightness of 5000 ANSI lumens and a
contrast ratio of 1600:1. The new colour wheel that has been developed by
Panasonic is characterized by a larger diameter and a higher rotation speed
resulting in brilliant colour representation in XGA resolution. Thanks to an
integrated lamp protection switching mechanism the device can be separated
from power supply immediately after operation. The PT-D5500 features optics from
0.8 up to 8.0. It is characterized by a low noise level (28 dB) while in
operation, and it is HD-TV compatible. The compact and dust-secured device is
only 16.8 cm high and weighs less than 15 kilos. At the photokina Panasonic
will present the PT-D5500 in 24/7 operation.
photokina, Halle 3.2, Stand F 041
More: http://www.panasonic.com
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20) PLX-XF60/EF60
- SANYO´s high-end performer
 The new SANYO LCD high-end
projectors PLC-XF60 and PLC-EF60 will certainly convince the users due to
their outstanding image quality. Both devices offer an extremely high
contrast ratio of 1300:1. The XF60 offers a brightness of 6500 ANSI lumens;
the EF60 has a brightness of 5800 ANSI lumens. Thanks to a 10-BIT image
processing both high-end projectors can display four times more shades of
grey (1,024 instead of 256), and they can display 1 billion colours instead
of 16.6 millions. There is a wide range of interchangeable objectives as well
as a lens-shift function ensuring flexible installation. A 2-lamp-system
prevents from bad consequences arising out of lamp failure - the system
immediately switches over to the second lamp. The XF60 will cost 16,900 Euro
plus VAT and is available in October. The EF60 will cost 20,900 Euro plus VAT
and will be introduced to the specialized trade in November.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand P008 + T025
More: http://www.sanyo.com/
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21) Christie:
CP 2000 for the CinemaExpo, Amsterdam
The CinemaExpo
in Amsterdam used a Christie projector to present digital movies. Only 24
hours after its premiere in front of a group of journalists in Los Angeles,
Christie presented a digital preview of the movie "King Arthur" in
Amsterdam using the digital film projector CP 2000. The models CP 2000H and
CP 2000I are equipped with 3-Chip-DLPCinema-technology. They offer a 2K
resolution and a contrast ratio of < 1700:1. On the IBC, which took place
from September 10 to 14 in Amsterdam, Christie also dedicated its
presentation on digital cinema and participated in the forum on D-Cinema.
IBC, Stand 8.113
More: http://www.christiedigital.com
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22) 3Touch:
touch screen lectern with document camera
 3Touch, a new firm on the
conferencing room technology sector, will present a new intelligent lectern including
20" touch screen and document camera at the photokina. It can be
controlled wireless by an "Airlink Roamer". Presentations are transferred
wireless over the network. Additionally installed projectors and plasma- /
LCD displays also receive picture information wireless. Speeches and
presentations can be transmitted worldwide in real time. The multimedia
lectern is mobile and flexible and is thus appropriate for all events as well
as fixed installations in universities, scientific institutions and major
enterprises. 3Touch is currently looking for distributors and AV-/IT system
integrators for the touch screen lectern.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand Q007
More: http://www.3touch.com/
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23) ACCO´s
Nobo S15E for beginners
Office
equipment manufacturer ACCO showed its own projector product range on the Paperworld
2004 for the first time: the Nobo data-video-projector X11P, the S11E entry
model and the high-end model X20M. As from September the Nobo
DLP-entry-projector S15E portfolio has been enhanced. The new Nobo S15E will
surely satisfy the users thanks to easy handling, strong technical data and a
good transportability at a weight of 2.22 kilos. The SVGA-projector serves as
an ideal presentation- and home cinema device offering a brightness of 1500
ANSI lumens and a contrast ratio of 2000:1. The Nobo S11E successor operates
silent at only 32 dB.
More: http://www.accoeurope.com/
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24) Comm-Tec:
UF-80 - the Samsung Visual Presenter in a new look
 The Samsung Visual Presenter UF-80
is a combination of modern design, simple handling and latest technology. The
Presenter´s elegant shape is not only appealing but can also be easily
integrated in modern conference room. The UF-80 is controllable easily via IR
remote control, mouse or PC. Among its extraordinary innovations are a bright
objective with 20 pictures per second, a 14-times optical and 3-times digital
zoom, true XGA resolution, DVI and RGB output as well as a USB 2.0 interface
(real-time transmission), which makes the UF-80 a fast 3-D scanner. Naturally
Samsung has included typical functions such as saving 8 images internally,
multi-display, image splitting, image rotation and representing DIN-A4 pages
edgewise in full format. In order to visualize radiographs or slides an
optional light box is available.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand R041
More: http://www.comm-tec.de/
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25) Philips
wins EISA award with 37" Flat TV
Philips has
received two important awards by the European Imaging & Sound Association
(EISA) for its innovative home entertainment products. The jury chose the
Philips Flat TV 37PF9986 as "European LCD-TV 2004/2005". The
Philips Streamium SL400i Wireless Multimedia Link received the award
"European New Media/Video-Product 2004/2005". The 37PF9986 is a
37" Flat TV, which offers an unparalleled viewing experience, thanks to
two exclusive Philips innovations - Pixel Plus 2 and Ambi Light. Pixel Plus 2
achieves even better image quality. Ambi Light generates a pleasant ambient light
in each case adjusted to colours and brightness of TV pictures. Thus, the TV
will fit harmonically into any living room. The 37PF9986 is available at a
suggested retail price of 5,000 Euro.
More: http://www.philips.com
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26) Samsung:
SyncMaster TFT 241MP - 24" TFT/TV in one!
With the
SyncMaster-MP model both functions can be combined ideally. The 16:10
formatted widescreen SyncMaster 241MP display can be used likewise for PC
applications and as a TV thanks to an integrated TV tuner. Users can switch
handily from any office application to a movie or thanks to
Picture-in-Picture function watch even both simultaneously. The SyncMaster
241MP realizes a high resolution picture for professional applications.
Thanks to high-quality PVA technology the SyncMaster 241MP offers pin sharp
pictures at a viewing angle of more than 170°, a reaction time quicker than
25ms and a contrast of 500:1. Due to a unique column the 241 MP is also
mountable on a wall or ceiling. The suggested retail price is 2,979 Euro.
photokina, Halle 02.2, Stand B020
More: http://www.samsung.com/
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27) more3D:
spatial 3D without screen
 At the photokina more3D will present
the new morpheus3 mobile system. It is the first entirely mobile universal
3D-Projection unit worldwide. It does not - unlike former 3D-projection systems
- need a silver screen but can project true 3D stereo directly onto any white
surface. It projects 3D applications, 3D movies and 3D images and includes
complete more3D Software Suite, INFITEC-Filter system und 5 pairs of glasses.
photokina: Halle 10.2, Stand N008 (CANDELA - Dreams
of Screens", 29.9., 2pm)
More: http://www.more3d.com/
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28) i-PrOS
by Charamel at G+B Pronova
The first
interactive projection disc - i-PrOS - has been introduced to the market and will
be exhibited on the upcoming photokina: i-PrOS is based on a capacitive
system which allows users to access interactive content on the disc at the
touch of a finger. Content can be chosen on the projection disc with a
picture diagonal of up to 37.1". i-PrOS consists of an interactive unit
that is divided into pixel-sized touch fields and is controlled by software.
The interactive presentation platform consists of a disc and a projection
foil that is adapted to the light conditions - either a full transparent foil
HoloPro for daylight projections or ProFess, a light grey foil for entirely
visual projections in a bright environment. Charamel and Pronova together
have bundled their know-how as towards projection and interaction.
photokina: Halle 10.2, Stand N008 (CANDELA - Dreams
of Screens", 29.9., 11pm)
More: http://www.charamel.com
More:
http://www.gb-pronova.de
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29) Hitachi
Software: new StarBoard Suite and more at photokina
 Right in time for photokina
Hitachi Software in September have started delivering their interactive
boards featuring the new StarBoard Suite. Whether rear-projection panel R70X
or the interactive F-series StarBoards or the T-15XL EM, the interactive
panel in 15" TFT-monitor size – all articles of the entire product
portfolio use the 6.12 software version. Highlights of the new software
features are: Using a webcam, adding commentary when working with
live-videos, working in Word, Excel and Powerpoint directly on board, saving
various individual user profiles. In addition, Star-Boards from the F-series
will be exhibited. With a size of 75" the F-75 belongs to the big
sellers from Hitachi Software Engineering. Files in various formats
(pictures, graphics, tables, texts) can be projected from the computer via
beamer in front-projection onto the surface of the board.
photokina, hall 10.2, Stand P008 (at Medium)
More: http://www.hitachisoft-interactive.com/
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30) ProVisionTeam
at photokina
ProVisionTeam will
exhibit at the photokina for the first time. It will present numerous
innovations: together with the 3M Deutschland GmbH a new digital WallDisplay
will be on display. This product profits from considerable enhancements in
visualization quality. This revolutionary technology will certainly meet all
optical demands. ProVisionTeam has taken the new 3M multimedia projector X2
into their portfolio, a beamer with a weight less than 1 kilo. The beamer is
characterized by a high brightness and reliability. ProVisionTeam partner
HAGOR will present new projector mounts and special mounts for the 3M
WallDisplay. In addition, PROCOLOR projection screens as well as new 3M touch
monitors will be exhibited on the booth.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand Q039
More: http://www.provisionteam.de
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31) GTCO
CalComp: new InterWrite PRS software
InterWrite PRS
(Personal Response System) is a system that enables determination of
knowledge and evaluation of student´s performance. GTCO CalComp has
integrated this system after the acquisition of EduCue in April 2004 into its
InterWrite product family. InterWrite PRS consists of infrared transmitters
and the InterWrite PRS software. Students can answer questions or tests by
remote control. Results are saved and used in order to evaluate the student´s
performance. The new InterWrite PRS software is even easier to operate.
Questions can be easily generated; pictures can be added and integrated into
PowerPoint. Answers are saved in .csv standard format (commas separated)
which enables further data editing with both InterWrite PRS software and
Excel or any other PC- or MAC application.
More: http://www.gtcocalcomp.com
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32) Adeo:
new projection screens at photokina
 Adeo Group announces important
novelties in its range of projection screens. "We will be at the Photokina
fair" says Mr. Pintor -International Sales Manager of Adeo Group SPA -
"and will show some of our new products: we are developing new models
for projection screens for Hi-End applications, where quality and design are
the most important factors". Among these is a new model of the Rigid
Frame screen, suited to permanent installation and characterized by an
innovative and pleasant design. Adeo will also display its version of a
tensioned electric screen, a prototype of an innovative tensioning system.
These new products demonstrate Adeo Group´s new marketing strategy. With
important factors like design, quality and competitiveness, they intend to
play a central role in the future home entertainment sector.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand P022
More: http://www.adeogroup.it/
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33) MediaVision:
thinnest/ lightest 50" "flat screen"
MediaVision
presents MobileVision 21, the thinnest and lightest 50" (10x75cm) flat
screen worldwide. MobileVision 21 consists of a rear projection foil that can
be coiled, a ceiling-/standing mount appliance and a special mirror
alternation which reduces the beamer distance to 90cm. The multimedia
projector can thus visualize TV, video and PC projections in fascinating
image quality. The Magic Daylight Screen, most often purchased MediaVision
product, can be used optionally in order to enjoy brilliant picture quality
even at daylight.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand N035
More: http://www.media-vision.de
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34) HKS:
screens + media furniture at photokina
 At the photokina 2004 HKS will present
news as towards screens and media furniture. Additional information about the
screens is available on the recently redesigned HKS website which was initially
published in August. The website offers information on various products
including detailed product descriptions and technical drawings for download.
Interested parties can have a look at the high quality products personally at
the photokina booth.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand Q011
More: http://www.hks-gmbh.de/english/start.html
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35) Hagor:
electronic beamer mounts,...
On this year´s
photokina Hagor Products GmbH will exhibit both well proven and innovative
products from the multimedia presentation sector. Under the motto
"everything moves" the company will present electronic mounts for
beamer, plasma, TFT- and wall display. Next to mounts Hagor has also focused
on topics like "theft protection systems and sound insulation
cases" and will offer an entirely new series in this regard. Interested
parties that can´t make it to Cologne can enquire information on Hagor
product news by email or fax: +49(0)5731-940709.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand R028
More: http://www.hagor.de
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36) AV
Stumpfl: Wings Platinum 2.0 now with 3D rendering
 Austrian AV Stumpfl will introduce
the central software Wings Platinum in the version 2.0. It was equipped with
3D rendering for multi display presentations in soft edge technology. The new
3D multi display visualization represents a novelty in Wings Platinum. All
editing steps as well as changes can immediately be visualized in real-time
with maximum quality on all displays simultaneously. Calculation of image
composition is completely taken over by 3D graphic cards resulting in a
release of the main processors. In calculating image compositions modern 3D
graphic cards usually have a performance that is up to a 1000 times higher
than those done by main processors. The 3D hardware rendering offers a
picture frequency of up to 60 B/s and more. The software is enhanced by a
modular SC net-hardware for show control tasks.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand N025
More: http://www.avstumpfl.com/
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37) Kindermann
at the photokina 2004
Projection-
and conferencing technology supplier Kindermann will present solutions for
the conference, school, POS and home cinema sectors at the photokina 2004. In
addition, Kindermann offers a large promotion area on the booth featuring
beamers from Epson, Sanyo, Toshiba and Kindermann as well as a VIP area
dedicated to trade dealers. A special highlight on the booth will be the
Kindermann DLP-projector KXD 1000. This all-round talent appropriate for
schools, conference rooms and home cinema consists of an integrated DVD
player, a multimedia card reader, wireless speakers and an optional TV tuner.
Further interesting products on the Kindermann booth will be VS special
furniture, data projection solutions using WLAN technology, conference room
control and interactive boards featuring a new control concept.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand Y010
More: http://www.kindermann.com/content/index_eng.html
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38) eyevis:
projection on any background thanks to openWARP
 "openWARP basic"
represents a flexible solution with regards to geometrically correction of
video- or computer signals that are projected on any kind of screen. OpenWARP
enables the use of standard components in areas that were formerly restricted
to the application of highly specialized image generators or expensive
custom-made projectors. The basics of this flexible and easy solution were
developed at the Max-Planck-Institute for biological cybernetics. The
"openWARP designer" is a comfortable software package that
generates contortions for any screen and projective geometries. Another
openWARP product is the "openWARP combiner". It is applicable with
systems that need to distribute several different input signals onto several
outputs or combine them. OpenWARP products are distributed in Germany by
eyevis.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand X035
More: http://www.eyevis.de/
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39) VisionTools:
Drapper UFS - the event screen
The new
Ultimate Folding Screen (UFS) series by Drapper continues with the well-known
Cinefold series tradition and combines numerous innovations resulting in a
perfect product for professional usage. VisionTools makes it a competent,
quick and easy solution - ideal for rental markets. The screens are ready for
operation within seconds: after the quick-release fasteners have snapped the
drapery can be fixed with press buttons. The new aluminium profile proves to
be especially rugged. The new patented quick-release fastener system is
located on the inside resulting in an easy set up. Also new: the drapery
design. Draperies are equipped with black lamination. Hirers can also use
Cinefold products with the UFS Folding Screens. Frames and drapery are
interchangeable in-between the systems.
More: http://www.visiontools.de
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40) Synelec:
SynLink enables 16 Gbit/s for large video walls
SynLink represents
a revolutionary innovation in digital large display technology that was
developed by Synelec. It controls large video walls achieving a data rate of
up to 16 Gbit/s bandwidth. This powerful Image Digital Network offers a data
rate that is 160-times higher than standard Ethernet LAN and allows for
unlimited real-time data flows. In consequence, SynLink allows for a highly
redundant solution with any large display system. With SynLink, the control
system will never be overloaded, no matter how many live images are
displayed. SynLink enables a secure and fast management of many complex video
signals 24/7. The first installation featuring SynLink in the German speaking
area went into service in the Tauernberg autobahn tunnel control room in
Austria this summer.
More: http://www.synelec.com
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41) beyerdynamic:
SIS, EarSafe and more at the photokina
 At the photokina, beyerdynamic
will present its own innovative simultaneous interpreter system SIS among
others. It consists of a modular built control centre including touch screen
monitor featuring up to 12 languages as well as the interpreter stand SIS
1202. The double stand has been developed following latest benchmarks and can
be operated intuitively. Individual sound control and intelligent hearing
protection "EarSafe" (applied for patent) make the SIS a top
interpreter system, especially when combined with the conferencing system
MCW-D 200. As towards conferencing technology, the wireless digital
conferencing system MCW-D 200 has been enhanced and improved in functionality
by integrating Phase IV. beyerdynamic has also developed the USB microphone
MPC 70USB which complements the steno-s software. American audio manufacturer
BIAMP Systems, whose products are distributed in Germany by beyerdynamic exclusively,
will exhibit Nexia: a new cost-effective DSP platform for AV applications.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand R020
More: http://www.beyerdynamic.de/com
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42) Sony:
one-to one communication with PCS-TL50
Professional
Solutions Europe of Sony Deutschland GmbH will present the new PCS-TL50, a
video conferencing solution that has been especially designed for one-to-one
communication and applications in small conference rooms. The system consists
of a 20" LCD wide screen monitor that is equipped with an integrated
professional video conferencing solution. All PCS-TL50 functions are
controlled by remote control on-screen. This video conferencing system can be
integrated into a company´s network via IP-connection and connected to
several ISDN lines. A direct connection to DSL net is also possible. The
PCS-TL50 supports the latest video transmission standards H264 and MPEG4
Advanced Audio Coding (AAC).
More: http://www.sonybiz.net
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43) TANDBERG
3000 MXP replaces 2500
TANDBERG
introduced the new video conferencing system TANDBERG 3000 MXP. It is
available as single component as well as complete system. The 3000 MXP is
replacing TANDBERG 2500. The 3000 MXP is equipped with MXP technology
featuring the latest technical functions such as top quality audio- and video
transmission and improved multi-site functions. Users can choose between a
portable system, a complete system or a codec. The codec is an alternative
dedicated to integrators.
More: http://www.tandberg.net
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44) CL:
Barco ELM R18 for rent
 CREATIVE LIGHTING has invested in a
high-performance beamer. The Barco projector ELM R18 is now part of the CL
rental park. The purchase price for two Barco ELM R18 projectors acquired was
100,000 Euro. CREATIVE LIGHTING is now able to offer a broad spectrum of equipment
including standard devices for small conferences or presentations and beamers
for large events. The ELM R18 has a brightness of 17500 ANSI lumens and is
thus one of the brightest projectors on the market. Thanks to True Colour
Reproduction the DLP projector realizes brilliant pictures generated by a
3-chip SXGA-DMD (Digital MicroMirror Device) with a resolution of 1280 x
1024. CL is going to further enhance its portfolio by the Barco SLM R12+
soon. A weight of only 56 kilos, this 11500 ANSI lumens SXGA projector
belongs to the most compact in its class.
More: http://www.cl-group.de/
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45) CT:
10 Years PartyLite
Guests of the
10th National Conference of PartyLite that was held in the Estrel meeting centre
in Berlin were thrilled about the large scenery built out of LED walls
featuring VersaLIGHTGUIDE and Barco i-Lite 6 XP. The event, that lasted three
days, had been planned by Planeffekt Cologne. CT Germany delivered the entire
LED- and control technology and took over the technical implementation. A 30
meter stage was equipped with almost 130m² LED-technology. The LED wall
i-Lite 6 XP (46.5 m² large, high-resolution 6 mm) was set up as central
element featuring a width of more than 9 meters. All in all, 82 m² VersaLIGHTGUIDE
were integrated into the stage setting. The CT team ensured a professional
technical service with regards to the on-location installation.
More: http://www.ctgermany.com
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46) LANG
AG to deliver 12 Lightning 35HD-2K
LANG AG had
delivered 12 Digital Projection Lightning 35HD-2K projectors (resolution 2048
x 1080) to a large event that was held by an automotive manufacturer. This
action marked the start of leasing its high definition projectors. The Event
that took place in the Coloneum in Cologne at the beginning of September had
been planned by the Cologne agency mud [mu:d] GmbH. Mud´s CEO Christian
Butenberg learned about the Lightning 35HD-2K projection quality on the LANG
AG open house event "Hands on HD" and afterwards integrated the
devices into the existing concept. The projection was realized with soft edge
on an overall length of 160 meters and a picture height of 8.10 meters. Both,
the 35HD-2K and the Highlite 12000Dsx+ will be on display on the LANG AG
photokina booth at the end of September.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand Y020
More: http://www.lang-av.com
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47) HIGH-resolution
projector at VELTEN´s
 With the SLM R12+, VELTEN GmbH is one
of the first rental companies in Germany to have the new HIGH-resolution
projector from BARCO on offer. What makes this device special is its very
high physical resolution of 1450 x 1050 pixels (max. 1600 x 1200 pixels) and
at the same time a high light performance (11,500 ANSI lumens). High
resolution data projection and high-end video applications, such as HD
projection, are the most important areas where the R12+ can be used. In
combination with the new high-brightness lenses from BARCO the R12+ is available
for rent from VELTEN right now. Also available are the SLM models with 10,000
ANSI lumens, BARCO SLM G10 (1024 x 768 pixels) and R10 (1280 x 1024 pixels).
With digital Triax camera operation, e.g. the new SONY DXC D50WSP, digital
screens and switchers VELTEN GmbH offers its customers a complete video
set-up for events, AGMs and congresses with high-quality technology.
More: http://www.velten.tv/
eMail: info@velten.tv
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48) Fujitsu
General PLASMAVISION road show 2004
October 11th
marks the start of the first ROADSHOW by Fujitsu General to present the absolute
latest series of Fujitsu PLASMAVISION displays. The FUJITSU PLASMAVISION
truck will be in 15 cities all over Germany. Interested customers - and trade
reps are invited "on board" to see the quality of these Fujitsu
plasma displays! The truck opens its doors from 14.00 to 20.00 and will be in the
following cities: Düsseldorf (11.10), Dortmund (12.10.), Bielefeld (13.10.),
Bremen (14.10.), Hanover (15.10.), Hamburg, 18.10), Berlin (19.10.), Dresden
(20.10.), Leipzig (21.10.), Nuremburg (22.10.), Augsburg, (25.10.), Munich
(26.10), Stuttgart (27.10.), Frankfurt (28.10.), Cologne 29.10.).
More: http://www.plasmavision.de/
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49) IC:
3rd Conference "Large Displays in Europe"
 On 13th October 2004 InterConnection Consulting Group
is hosting the 3rd International Marketing Conference "Large Displays in
Europe" with a special focus on Eastern European countries" in Düsseldorf. Due to recent
events, i.e. the entrance of 10 new countries into the European Union, the event
will focus on opportunities and risks in working on the markets in the new
member-states. In the morning, the latest figures, data and facts from the
individual European markets for large displays, AV and home cinema will be
presented by Dr. Lehner along with the latest distribution studies for large
displays in Europe. In the afternoon the two guest speakers David Lesch
(Financial Director, AV Media s.r.o, Czech Republic) and Jerzy Winsky
(Chairman of the Board, AVC, Poland) will present special features which need
to be considered in the AV branches of East-European countries. Finally, the
final guest speaker, Bharath Rajagopalan (General Manager TV Products
Marketing, Thomson Technology, USA), will talk about future trends in the AV
branches. The day will be rounded off with a lecture from the graduate psychologist
Helge Dittmann about systematic trader connections.
More: http://www.interconnectionconsulting.com/
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50) DisplaySearch/Insight
Media: HDTV forum sold out!
Insight Media
and DisplaySearch are proud to announce that the second annual HDTV Forum
sold out last week in Los Angeles. The three-day event hosted 338 attendees
from 12 different countries and featured 11 corporate sponsors, 14 exhibitors,
10 media sponsors, two audio/visual sponsors and 15 media organizations. A
diverse group from across the TV food chain was represented, including
representatives from TV and cable networks, content creators, government
agencies, satellite and cable providers, retailers, distributors, TV brands,
TV OEMs, panel/tube/engine manufacturers and IC manufacturers. The general
themes covered ranged from HDTV in the home, HDTV content, HDTV performance
and transmission quality, market perspectives to HDTV services.
More: http://www.insightmedia.info/HDTVConference/HDTV04Main.htm
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51) ISEurope
expands potential (Amsterdam, 26.-28.1.2005)
 The second edition of Integrated
Systems Europe will run in Amsterdam´s RAI exhibition centre 26th-28th
January 05. ISEurope is hosted by a consortium of leading industry
associations, CEDIA, ICIA /InfoComm and NSCA presenting a full conference
program, training forums, new product launches and new exhibitors. Many
leading European and international manufacturers have already reserved 70% of
the available floor space, including AMX, Artcoustic, Christie, Crestron,
Imerge, Jamo, Linn, Russound, Runco and Sony meaning that the show is on
target to expand by more than 50% over the first edition in 2004. ISEurope
will look at the latest technologies in home theatre, networking and
automation in AV. CEDIA will also host a number of workshops and seminars
from CEDIA, NSCA and ICIA round off the programme.
More: http://www.iseurope.org/
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52)
Company- and co-operation news
- mekom
takes over distribution of ProCon Technology´s products
mekom GmbH with
its headquarters in Karlsruhe, is now the distributor of ProCon Technology´s
products in Germany. Founded at the start of 1989 and based in England,
ProCon Technology has specialised in the development and production of
modules and systems in the fields of signal management and mini-media
control. Due to the high standard of their own development and production
they offer a 5-year product guarantee. The mini-media control has been
successfully installed over 2000 times worldwide. With the accompanying software,
programming is easy and can be done in a matter of minutes. Along with
classic distribution mekom supports the trade outlets and their AV
specialists with product training and technical support.
More: http://www.minimediensteuerung.de
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- Clarity
to build displays for InFocus
Clarity Visual
Systems, Inc. has announced a contract with InFocus(r) Corporation to
manufacture their TD-61 which was recently introduced at the InfoComm tradeshow
in Atlanta. The 61-inch displays will be in the ultra-thin rear projection category
with which the companies hope to reach new markets and customers. In March
2004 the two companies announced that Clarity would build a new generation of
displays based on the InFocus engine. In addition to designing and
manufacturing the rear-projection display system for InFocus, Clarity will
design and build its own branded ultra-thin rear-projection system, Bengal,
using the InFocus light engine. Bengal is also a 61-inch rear projection
display, only 6.5-inches deep. The displays are expected to begin shipping in
the latter half of 2004.
More: http://www.clarityvisual.com
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- MediaVision:
franchise concept for the home entertainment market
MediaVision
presents "the first franchise concept for the home entertainment
market." Behind this concept is a completely new kind of audio-visual
experience package. At the Franchise Trade Fair in Essen from 17th to 19th
September, Siegener MediaVision GmbH is presenting the first franchise
concept worldwide which deals with the future markets of "home cinema"
and "digital home entertainment". After a successful pilot phase in
the Siegener headquarters, MediaVision is looking for franchise partners
across Germany in cities with more than 30,000 inhabitants. Interested? At
the photokina in Cologne from 28.09 - 3.10.2004 IT, AV, TK and UE trade
partners will have the chance to see the concept close up as a "master version"
for partners with technical backgrounds and experience it live. For advance
information contact Mr Klaus Kiesewetter.
photokina, hall 10.2, stand N035
More: http://www.media-vision-franchise.de
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- Philips
and Sahara to clear final projector stock
Sahara Benelux
has come to an agreement with Philips Electronics to take over their final
projectors´ stock. All models of Philips bSure XG2, cClear SV1, XG1 and XG1
Air Brilliance projectors can still be supplied through Sahara. Sahara Benelux
has also taken over the broad range of accessories, including spare lamps.
This ensures a good availability of lamps.
More: http://www.saharabenelux.nl/
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- VICOM
distributes SunScreen
VICOM has
taken over the exclusive distribution of SunScreen in Germany. SunScreen -
totally new on the world market - is a rear-projection foil for brilliant
projection results wherever the surroundings are bright. VICOM´s most
important market target is in shop window advertising. The SunScreen special
rear-projection foil with its extremely high gain factor is simply fixed directly
onto the window pane. It is fitted with a new kind of adhesive layer which
leaves no marks when removed and can be easily used again elsewhere. For
strongly reflective windows an optional special anti-reflex foil for the
viewer´s side of the glass can be supplied.
More: http://www.vicom.de
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- Polycom
profits up 35%
Polycom, Inc.,
worldwide leading supplier of Unified Collaborative Communications solutions,
is reporting a profit growth of 35 percent to 133.8 million US Dollars. In
the second quarter of 2004 total net income was 133.8 million $ compared to
99.4 million $ in the 2nd quarter of 2003. The pro forma net profit for the
2nd quarter of 2004 reached 17 million $ or 17 cents per share (incl. all
conversion rights). In a comparable period of 2003 there was a pro forma net
profit of 8.1 million $ or 8 cents per share. Since 5th January, Polycom has
also completed the acquisition of Voyant Technologies Inc., a supplier of
audio conference and collaboration network solutions.
More: http://www.polycom.com
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53) Names are News
- JVC promotes
Anil Parmar to the role of Systems Account Manager
JVC has
promoted Anil Parmar to Systems Account Manager from his previous role as
Area Sales Manager - Export, following the retirement of his predecessor,
Mike Dickson. Parmar will now be responsible for looking after JVC´s systems
integration customers.
More: http://www.jvcproeurope.com
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- Optoma
names SVP
Optoma Europe
Ltd. named Peter Hahn as sales vice president for Optoma Deutschland GmbH from
August 1st 2004. Hahn is, among other things, responsible for the
distribution, marketing and product management of Optoma in Germany, Austria
and Switzerland. Peter Hahn was previously with Anders+Kern as sales and marketing
manager and before that as CEO within the Schneider Laser Technologies Group.
He can look back on more than 20 years sales and marketing experience in
presentation and media technology.
More: http://www.optomaeurope.com/
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- New
President at Sharp
From the
middle of September Sharp Electronics Germany/Austria will have a new
president and director. Frank Bolten is from Rhein on the Elbe. The
44-year-old Bolten counts as a recognised sales and marketing specialist. He
was previously Sales Director of the Consumer Audio/Video Division and Member
of the Executive Committee at Sony Deutschland. More:
http://www.sharp-eu.com
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- Change-over
at EPSON
Having come a year
ago to Epson as an interim manager to press forward the reorientation of the
German sales community and to suggest a possible successor for European
management, Jürgen Kempe passed on the baton to Henning Ohlsson on September
1st. Until Kempe leaves on 24th September, both will lead the company
together to ensure a seamless transition. Ohlsson wants to push on the
company´s introduction of successful sales and management strategies in
Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Benelux countries and Eastern European
countries with force.
More: http://www.epson-europe.com/
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- InFocus
has new CEO
InFocus
completed a management change at the top of the company for September 1st.
President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) Kyle Ranson has from that date
become the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the company. His predecessor
John V. Harker will remain as chairman of the advisory board. The appointment
of Kyle Ranson as CEO had been planned for some time and follows his election
as president and COO. InFocus now has a strong management team and an
exceptionally good balance sheet.
More: http://www.infocus.com/
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54) LastMinute- and short news
- QuickLogix: New NetControl update
The
NetControl 1.5 Advanced Software including driver for Sharp XG-MB70X and
PG-MB60X will be ready to be offered at the photokina. NetControl supports integrated
network adapters for Sharp XG-MB70X projectors. NetControl Advanced is a
software-based media control system that centrally controls (also remote
control) audio-visual technology in a LAN/WAN. NetControl currently supports
more than 250 projector models from various manufacturers. The NetControl
software will be installed at the photokina on the EIKI booth controlling all
projectors present. It is available directly from QuickLogix International at
a price of 1,073 Euro.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand P024 (EIKI)
More:
http://www.quicklogix.com
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- Sax3d: Holographic Optical
Projection Surface HOPS
The Chemnitz
based manufacturer and developer Sax3d is presenting its whole range of holographic
optical projection surfaces HOPS at the photokina. For use in the most varied
of rooms there are the daylight-capable rear-projection surfaces with 20, 38
or 55 degree projection angles. These foils can be used on non-reflective
glass surfaces or together with acryl. For the various wishes and demands of
the customer, installation solutions will also be exhibited. A projection
screen for the home cinema market will also be introduced. For the first time
a compact infotainment centre will be presented which combines the technical
and aesthetic demands of the communicative user. This equipment integrates a
60 inch screen with projection technology, TV technology and high-quality
audio equipment.
photokina, Halle 10.2, Stand O 034
More: http://www.sax3d.com
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- ViewSonic with 3D display -
premier
At the Games
Convention 2004 in Leipzig ViewSonic presented displays, which are equipped
with the 3D technology from X3D Technologies. Both companies have been
cooperating recently. The so-called out-screen effects are particularly impressive.
In these the user can walk around what seem to be objects floating in the
room. Thanks to their excellent depth perception and brilliant picture
quality, the ViewSonic 3D displays are also impressive for presentations in
exhibitions and events, 3D graphic applications, 3D TV and in the car sector.
More: http://www.viewsoniceurope.com/uk/
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- Synelec is carrying out
reorganisation plan
Synelec Telecom
Multimedia S.A. has proven successful in its technological performance over
the past 18 years. Further to the statement of a treasury insufficiency,
Synelec has not been able to find an immediate agreement in order to
restructure its banking debt. The French firm then requested for an
implementation of a reorganisation procedure. In order to lead its
reorganisation plan to success, Synelec has chosen to benefit from protection
of the commercial court over a period of 6 months.
More: http://www.synelec.com
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- SCREEN.NT with Office in Shenzhen
After the
success of the first projects, like the planning and installation of
SCREEN.NT in the Chinese prime minister´s conference hall in Peking, SCREEN.NT
is compounding its presence in China by founding a subsidiary in Shenzhen.
The relevant cooperation contracts with local system integrators and event
firms have been signed. As a result SCREEN.NT can now also offer to do the
planning and organisation for projects and events at international standard
in China for foreign firms.
More: http://www.screen-nt.com
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- Pronova: HoloPro with a new
internet presence
Just in time
for photokina, Pronova´s new internet presence is available. Information on
HoloPro and all products and accessories is now even more comprehensive.
Special attention is paid to a large selection of photos and with them
application examples. At the photokina it will be possible to see the
HoloPresenter, introduced a few months ago as the new medium at the point of
sales and the subject interactivity in connection with HoloPro.
photokina, hall 10.2, stand N008 (CANDELA - Dreams
of Screens", 29.9., 11.00)
More: http://www.holopro.com
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- Samsung/Pioneer/dot: monitors
between entertainment and IT
There will be
a round-table discussion on the subject of "monitors between
entertainment electronics and IT products" on September 30th 2004 at
11am at the Photokina within the framework of the forum programme,
"Candela Dreams of Screen" (colour-room and monitor technology)
between Andreas Klavehn, Samsung and Thomas Deimer, Pioneer. Moderator will
be Dr. Gerhard Dotzler from the Dr. Dotzler Media Institute.
photokina, hall 10.2, stand N008 (CANDELA -
"Dreams of Screens", 30.9., 11.00)
More: http://www.dot-online.de
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- V7 extends guarantee for LC
displays
V7 Videoseven,
an Ingram Micro brand, is now offering an on-the-spot swap-service for its LC
displays. V7Videoseven is swapping defective devices for a product of similar
value. In Germany this service applies to the models of the LCD product lines
for the first 36 months after purchase and is free of charge. "This
service extension has been made possible by the constant increase in quality
in the V7 LCD´s individual components and by the very small number of display
breakdowns in practice", according to Marc Wittkopf, Senior Manager
Private Label Monitors at V7 Videoseven.
More: http://www.videoseven.com
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- TDS Promethean at the Photokina
TDS Promethean
Deutschland GmbH will be represented along with Sanyo at the photokina in Cologne
this year and will present the latest developments in the ACTIVboard field.
photokina, hall 10.2, stand T025
More: http://www.tdspromethean.com
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- Comm-Tec: RTI - control systems
for home entertainment
COMM-TEC has
been the exclusive distributor for products from RTI Remote Technologies Inc.
based in Minnesota, USA since 1st September. RTI develops and distributes
high-value, semi-professional remote control units and professional control
systems for home entertainment and small conference rooms. The Theater Touch
product line outlines RTI´s product portfolio. The hand held remote control
Theater Touch T1 and T2+ are fully programmable stand-alone remote controls
for running devices by infrared. Both remotes have freely programmable
buttons. A controller RP-6 is available for both the T1 and T2+ remotes. This
sends radio commands to a controller up to a distance of 30m, which then
passes on the respective infrared signal along a cable directly to an
infrared diode fitted on the device which is to be controlled.
photokina, hall 10.2, stand R041
More: http://www.comm-tec.de
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- TLS: the new RGBHV Matrix Switcher
The
manufacturer TLS in Hilden has closed a gap in its product range of high
quality signal switching devices with the new RGBHV Matrix Switchers. Users
can view the technical data and standard features on this new family of
devices at the photokina. With around 60 basic devices, Matrix Switchers up
to a size of 32x32 are on offer in construction forms 3,6 and 9 HE. The
devices in construction forms 12/8, 16/16 and 32/32 are split up in a
professional 19" metal housing. The TLS Matrix Switchers are quoted by
the manufacturer as having a video bandwidth of +/-3dB/450 MHz. The standard
communication interfaces RS232 and RS485 are included in the standard
package. The devices have been built in the signal optimum horizontal channel
construction right down to the smaller series 12/8. The synchronisation
signals H and V synchronisation impedance matching is normal on the new TLS
Matrix Switchers. The days of picture distortion and shaky projectors are
gone.
photokina, hall 10.2, stand T011
More: http://www.tls-gmbh.com/index.php?locale=2
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- WS-Spalluto: new screens and a
transmissive rear-projection screen
A
cross-section of the WS-Spalluto screen programme can be seen at the
photokina. WS-Spalluto also has a surprise. It will present a new screen
product series, making its first public appearance at the photokina. In the
home cinema it has built specially, WS-Spalluto will demonstrate the various
sorts of screen such as High Contrast D and High Contrast S to matt white. A
new transmissive rear-projection screen also whets the appetite for more. The
new feature here is that there seem to be no visible structures.
photokina, hall 10.2, stand U039
More: http://www.wsspalluto.de
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- DVS: with CLIPSTER and Pronto at
the IBC
At this year´s
IBC in Amsterdam, DVS will be presenting its latest development of
high-performance products for Digital Intermediate (DI). In the centre this
year is the CLIPSTER and the Pronto product range of digital disk recorders.
Both real-time systems can be seen editing film 2K data in a SAN environment.
IBC, stand 7.521
More: http://www.dvs.de
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- Gefen: two new HD video switchers
Gefen presents
two new high definition video switchers (the ex-tend-it 2x1 and the 4x1 HDMI
switchers) which offer greater flexibility and support for an even wider
selection of high definition video displays and sources. Gefen´s HDMI
Switchers accommodate both DVI (digital visual interface) and HDMI (high
definition multimedia interface) interfaces. The ex-tend-it 2x1 and the 4x1
HDMI Switchers connect either two or four high definition video sources to
one display. A "switch" controlled by the IR remote that comes with
each unit gives access to each source. They can also be programmed for use
with a universal remote control. The Switchers work with satellite set-top
boxes, HD-DVDs and similar HD video sources and displays. Multi-channel
digital audio and high definition video in multiple resolutions up to 1080P
is switched for each HDMI source. DVI sources switch high definition video
only in resolutions up to 1080P. Each Switcher is fully HDCP (high bandwidth
digital content protection) pass-through compliant.
More: http://www.gefen.com
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- Adtec: Multimedia Solutions at IBC
Adtec Digital
will introduce its new digital television delivery solutions, new IP
streaming/multimedia solutions and digital ad insertion solutions at IBC in
Amsterdam, Sept. 10-14. The edje-3100 and the edje-3200 include two QPSK
receivers with CACI interface for descrambling and routing ASI and DVB-S
feeds, and output ASI and IP concurrently. Adtec will also exhibit digital
ad-insertion solutions including Digital into Analogue (DIA), Digital into
Digital (DID) and Digital into Transport (DIT). Adtec will introduce the
DPI-1200 Digital into Transport (DIT) Ad server which can insert up to twelve
programs into a digital cable or digital television service. Adtec will debut
its second generation edje-PDP digital video player and also introduce the
Soloist 3 Digital Media Server which offers automated Real Time MPEG 1 and 2
encoding from analogue or Serial Digital (SDI) sources (transcoding of DV
formats from non-linear editors through IEEE 1394).
IBC, stand 1.409
More: http://www.adtecinc.com
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- Panasonic´s Olympia-Role
Thanks to
modern production and transmission technology the TV viewers had a ringside
seat at the games. In Athens, Panasonic played a key role in producing these
pictures. The string-pulling TV establishment for the games, Athens Olympic
Broadcasting, chose the DVCPR050 format from Panasonic as the official
recording format. This included 100 DVCPR050 video recorders, studio machines
AJ-SD955 and AJ-SD930 with variable slow-motion, which were installed in the
international TV centre (IBC). 200 camcorders were used to acquire the
pictures from various competition locations including 100 DVCPR050 camcorders
AJ-SDX900. For previews and programme control 1600 broadcast monitors were
installed, including 1100 LCD displays. For the first time in the IBC DV
recorders from Panasonic were also used - 40 DMR-E555s. For improved playback
of PAL and NTSC signals on plasma displays, LCD displays and projectors a
scan converter was used.
More: http://www.panasonic-broadcast.com
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- Digital Lifestyle at HP
At a press
conference in Florida HP has presented its new products in digital
entertainment technology. HP´s aim is to provide the user with a total
digital experience. Digital Lifestyle should be comfortable, uncomplicated
and affordable. Amongst the new products there are TVs with plasma and LCD
flat screens, including an EDTV with a 42" plasma screen and two TVs
with 26” and 30” LCD screens. The new TVs have the most modern technology for
optimal picture and sound quality. Also new is the second generation of HP
Digital Entertainment Centres with high-performance PC capabilities.
More: http://www.hp.com
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- Transcend: MultiDigital Album
The Digital
Album from Transcend is the ideal mobile database for simple use and
management of personal photo, film and mp3 data collections. This wonderfully
handy device combines a multi-card reader with an integrated 2.5" hard
disk with a capacity of 20 GB. The photos can be viewed anywhere, anytime on
a comfortable high-resolution LCD 2.5" colour display. Or hook up the
Transcend MulitDigital Album from the video-out port to a TV, plasma screen
or TFT monitor to present the pictures. With the remote control it is easy to
flick through the photo archive on the TV or to put particular notes on
certain photos. That way special details are always at hand later and don´t
get forgotten.
photokina, hall 11.1, stand C019
More: http://www.transcend.nl
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- Dido Tour with G-LEC
For her
current "Life for Rent" tour chart-topper Dido decided on the G-LEC
Classic system for her set-up. With the huge success of the US part of the tour
they quickly agreed to increase the size of the G-LEC-Frames by 50 percent to
a total surface area of nearly 16m² for the Europe tour. Nine G-LEC frames
were also used which were quickly built at short notice in special sizes
which matched the rest of the set-up. Another feature of the show are the
oscillating waves which are partly triggered by the sound on stage. The
decisive point for using ClassicFrame though was the typical G-LEC
transparency which meant that whenever the frames were not in use they
disappear completely from the set and as such are an integral part of the
show.
More: http://www.G-LEC.com
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- New from G+B: Multicore system
(digital glass-fibre system)
Gahrens +
Battermann are now offering a new digital glass-fibre system which opens
quite new areas for professional audio solutions. All the audio signals and
control lines run along just one glass-fibre cable - AND with the highest
possible security. The multicore system has already been used at the Deutsche
Telekom AGM, Lufthansa etc. The glass-fibre system can be turned into a
redundant ring so there need be no interruptions even if a node or cable is
completely down. Up to 8 nodes can be coupled and the system then consists of
a network with a total of 512 channels. The multicore system can be used on
the road as the cables and plugs used are not at all affected by external
influences.
More: http://www.gb-mediensysteme.de/e/language
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- Griemert-MEDIA: Media trolley IVALIS
Griemert-MEDIA
provides a way to get the maximum use out of expensive multimedia equipment
in different conference, seminar and school rooms. The IVALIS media trolley
makes multimedia equipment mobile. The trolley can be configured in various ways
and with its comprehensive accessories, like a built-in acoustic system, it
provides the solution to practically any requirement. The concept allows for
a video data projector housed in a ventilated shaft. There is further space
for a laptop or PC. The IVALIS has a stable pull out shelf at table height so
that a lecturer can sit down facing the screen or the audience. The IVALIS is
at counter height too for giving lectures standing up. This means that the
media trolley can also be used as a lectern.
More: http://www.griemert-media.de
+ http://www.ivalis.de
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- Whole video market looking for
records
Just as last
year, in the first half of 2004 there have been further record profits in the
home entertainment branch, according to the Bundesverband Audiovisuelle
Medien (BVV). The analyses by GfK Panel Services Consumer Research from Nuremburg,
which are made at the request of the German film promotion institute (FFA)
back this up: the total market profits for record sales and rentals of 632
million Euro in the first half of 2003 have gone up in the same period this
year by a further 14 percent to 720 million Euro. In the last three years the
total market profit in the first half of the year has risen from 489 million
Euro in 2001 by 47.2 percent. The second half of the year with the
traditionally strongest quarter for sales means that in this year in the home
entertainment market record profits can also be expected. The results from
the video sales market are particularly impressive. With a performance of +19
percent (from 493.1 million Euro in 2003 to 586.9 million Euro in 2004) sales
of records also forms a substantial part of the total market growth.
More: http://www.bvv-medien.de
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- ViewSonic: LCD display with 8
milliseconds
ViewSonic, one
of the world´s leading companies for visual technology, will probably bring
out a 17" LCD display with a reaction speed of eight milliseconds in
Europe in November. The display will be of particular interest to users who
love fast games and DVDs. The model guarantees fluid pictures with no
catch-up effect even for the most action packed scenes. With this information
the company confirmed press reports from Asia which certain media sources in
Europe had already picked up.
More: http://www.viewsoniceurope.com/uk/
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- NEC-Mitsubishi now in colour
management
NEC-Mitsubishi
Electronics Display is now going into the colour-management market and is
presenting the new SpectraView LCD series for the first time at the
photokina. The two models SpectraView 1980 and SpectraView 2180 have been
designed especially for semi-professional and professional use in digital
photography and pre-press and quality graphic design, video animation and
broadcasting applications.
photokina, hall 14.1, stand C054
More: http://www.nec-mitsubishi.com
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- Micronas´ one-chip solution
Micronas has
brought out a good-value picture-in-picture multi-standard one-chip solution
in an environmentally-friendly casing. The manufacturer is meeting the needs
of TV producers for a powerful, cheap one-chip solution for devices in the
lower to middle price segment. The switch on the new PVP 9390A
picture-in-picture video processor can deal with up to four video signals
without an external multiplexer.
More: http://www.micronas.com
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- BenQ display with a 16ms reaction
time
At the start
of September BenQ brought out two large displays for professional use and
entertainment. The 20" FP2091 and 23" FP231W are intended for
CAD/CAM, graphic and picture editing. At that size the displays have a
reaction time of just 16 milliseconds. Along with analogue and DVI
interfaces, both displays also have integrated sockets for S-Video and Composite.
Both also have a viewing angle of 176°. A USB hub makes connecting peripheral
equipment child´s play.
photokina, hall 10.2, stand P008
More: http://www.BenQ.com
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- AMD64 - the force behind Star Wars
Servers and
workstations with AMD Opteron processors are the digital spine in the
production of the third Star Wars Episode "Revenge of the Sith".
The digital production line using AMD64 technology at the film production
firm JAK Films has these features: pre-visualising and pre-post production
including techniques for 3D match moving, 3D modelling, lighting, shadow effects,
creating structures, picture composition and rendering. On the workstations
with AMD64 processors, Windows XP Pro, Maya software and the software packet
Adobe After Effects are used. File-server systems with AMD64 processors run
as clusters under MS Windows Storage Server 2003 software.
More: http://www.amd.com
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- Samsung´s new interface standard
Samsung
Electronics, leading provider of silicon solutions, has introduced its new
interface standard for display driver ICs for controlling large surface
TFT/LCD panels. Samsungs new CICC standard (Current-Mode Interface of Cascade
Chip-on-Glass/Chip-on-Film) utilises a new technology to transmit data which
connects the source LCD driver IC and the timing controller together. The
CICC standard works with a process which produces less current fluctuation
than up to now. At the same time it uses a serial cascading data transmission
process which allows a direct data flow between neighbouring LCD driver ICs.
More: http://www.samsungsemi.de
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- Micronomics: DVD Connector -
interactive DVD on POI/POS
The Berlin
software developer Micronomics´ DVD connector now combines the advantages of
DVD with those of the internet perfectly. The novel silver plate connects the
offline and online medium bi-directionally. If the DVD Connector is activated
in an online device, e.g. computer, set-top box or game console, it makes
contact to the server over its own protected connection. Additional data to
update and complete the desired information are then prepared and are
available at a mouse click. Whatever information the user needs - he stays in
the same navigation menu all the time and doesn´t get dragged out of his own
individual info-show by external links. The DVD Connectors can be used in
many situations and range from presentations on POI/POS to for example an
interactive travel catalogue and e-learning at school.
More: http://www.micronomics.de/
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- Vitec: conference telephone with
Bluetooth technology
Konftel Technologies
from Sweden have revolutionised conference technology. The Konftel 60W is
fitted with cordless Bluetooth technology. Up to eight mobile or system
telephones can be programmed in the Konftel 60W memory. Bluetooth has a range
of < 10 metres depending on the phone´s capacity. The Konftel 60W can be
connected to most telephones and computers with Bluetooth technology. There
are 15 settings for the volume on the three surround loudspeakers. The device
is suitable for rooms up to 30m². This is made possible by features like the
360°microphone and the patented OmniSound technology. With extra microphones,
rooms of up to 70m² can be covered. The product launch at Vitec is on October
1st. The rrp is 499 Euro, including microphones 699 Euro.
More: http://www.vitec-distribution.com +
http://www.konftel.de
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- Prolight + Sound Shanghai in
October
700 exhibitors
from the branch will come together at Asia´s largest exhibition for musical instruments
and event technology, the Music China and Prolight + Sound Shanghai 2004 from
20th to 23rd October. The exhibition takes place in Shanghai´s News
International Expo Centre in Pudong/Shanghai. Included amongst the almost 700
exhibitors are collaboration stands from France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Great
Britain and Taiwan with a total floor space of around 35,000m². There will be
product presentations and seminars about the trends in the worldwide MI,
Pro-Audio and lighting industry. Along with that there is also an
international Brand & Marketing Conference, put on by Chinaaudio.net, and
a conference on digital music.
More: http://www.prolight-sound.com
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