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Publisher: CREACT Spain, Senior Editor: Wolfgang Schoelermann

Friday, 22nd October 2004

 

Dear Newsletter Readers,

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in this issue of http://www.avp-newsletter.com/ we have latest news from the data- and video projection/-presentation. We would like to draw your attention to the autumn novelties which were presented i.e. on the photokina (28.9.-3.10.2004).

 

1) photokina: professional media in the shade of digital photography

This year´s fair most certainly turned out to be the top-class sector festival that the photographic and imaging industry had been expecting. At the end of six highly successful trade fair days, photokina 2004 finally closed its doors on October 3, 2004. Besides registering more exhibitors and more visitors than at the previous event, this year´s fair also posted even better business results. It thus not only confirmed that the sector is currently booming, but also represented a new high point as the industry continues to move forward toward an even brighter future.

 

However, the entire professional media sector including projection- and presentation technology appeared unoriented. Advanced digitalisation in imaging and photography and the coalescence of professional AV- and consumer-markets lead to the loss of important exhibitors and product groups in the professional media area, the hall 10.2. Professional AV products from Canon, Casio, Epson, HP and Panasonic were showcased in the consumer halls 1-3 instead. Leading projector and display manufacturers were missing entirely.

 

Apart from well-known AV distributors, projector- and display-manufacturers and a few AV-system houses it were the manufacturers of screens and other professional AV accessories that were present in great numbers. They were very satisfied with the show. Especially companies with a strong presence abroad could profit from the high number of trade visitors that came from outside Germany.

 

The KoelnMesse is speaking about a superlative photokina. Altogether, 1,589 suppliers from 50 countries, 61 percent of them from outside Germany, and more than 160,000 visitors - including more than 110,000 trade visitors - attended the event in Cologne. Altogether 72 percent of the trade visitors were professional users; 28 percent came from the trade. As far as the resellers were concerned, 57 percent were photographic trade dealers; the rest were representatives from the numerous other trade businesses that include imaging products and services in their product range. The next photokina will be held from September 26th until October 1st 2006 in Cologne.

 

Enjoy reading!

Yours Wolfgang Schoelermann

 

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01) photokina: professional media in the shade of digital photography

02) New "Performa"-projector from Hitachi

03) Canon XEED SX50: LCOS-projector with SXGA+

04) Luxion: new Mitsubishi home cinema projector

05) Yamaha: LPX-510widescreen LCD projector

06) Kindermann KSD 130 - for home cinema and business

07) V7: entertainment projector PD 230X from Videoseven

08) Liesegang - top class home projectors

09) Epson EMP-821 - excellent images

10) HP digital projector MP3222

11) Sharp: DLP projector XG-MB70X

12) Christie: 6xLX33 projectors for virtual reality

13) 3-chip-DLP flagships from Panasonic

14) Barco has released the SLM R9+ in Europe

15) NEC HT410 + 510: more home cinema quality in 16:9

16) 3M: new benchmarks on the photokina

17) EYE-Q: outdoor TFT displays

18) Samsung: entering digital terrestrial TV

19) NEC exhibited 5 new plasma models

20) Toshiba: LCD-TVs up to 32" and more

21) Sharp offers the largest LCD-TV

22) Philips has expanded Flat-TV family

23) ViewSonic offers NextVision N3000w

24) SMS/VisionTools: image and sound evolution

25) Comm-Tec: AmpTraXX - 16 channels, 2 units of rack space

26) Analog Way launches EventiX, a new seamless switcher

27) Barco: Folsom Encore Presentation System

28) Hagor - numerous novelties on the photokina

29) Vogels: PFT2100 plasma/LCD trolley/stand

30) Kramer: new twisted pair transmitter/receiver TP-100 / TP-200

31) RGB Spectrum: new ComputerWall III Multi-Screen Controller

32) Hitachi Software: new StarBoard Suite on the photokina

33) SMART Boards in the United Arab Emirates

34) Sun-Tech: XCLASS Version 9.0 with new features

35) beyerdynamic: MCW-D 200 - Phase IV

36) TVD: foldaway TFT displays from ALBIRAL

37) DVI accessories at cinemateq

38) ISCO-OPTIC with anamorphic video attachments

39) "Just Lamps" now in Germany

40) MW-Cinescreen: award winner on the photokina

41) Remaco: motorized screen DIY series

42) Charamel/pronova: first interactive projection panel i-PrOS

43) Larivičre: radiograph presentation with modified DLA-SX21

44) ICT: Chromatek LEDs set a course in Paris

45) PDS: conference technology for the German Army

46) Lang AG: successful on the photokina

47) Panasonic: documentary network

48) JVC: VMI invests in DLA-HD2K for HD Cinema

49) PSP: AV-equipment in the deluxe-class segment

50) Toshiba L&T: P380´s for United Airlines

51) Mauell: new 50" DLP cubes for large rear projections

52) NEC-Mitsubishi: SPAR is using displays at PoS

53) Media festival in Villingen-Schwenningen

54) Fujitsu: PLASMAVISION road show 2004

55) Uni Weimar: on-road test - home cinema without screen

56) Market facts, Company- and Co-operation-news

57) Names are News

58) LastMinute and short news

 

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2)     New "Performa"-projector from Hitachi

Hitachi presented the new Performa projector on the photokina in Cologne. It is a 1500 ANSI-lumens LCD projector for beginners with a contrast ratio of 400:1. The Performa CPRS55 offers high brightness and a good performance in this category. With a weight of only 2.2 kilos and a size that is not bigger than a DIN A4 piece of paper this projector is an especially mobile device. Three 0.55" TFT LC panels offer enhanced brightness at only 33 dB whisper mode. The projector has a RS-232 control port and supports HDTV format. The Performa is available from November on at a price of approx. 1000 Euro.
More: http://www.hitachidigitalmedia.com

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3)     Canon XEED SX50: LCOS-projector with SXGA+

On the photokina, Canon introduced AISYS (Aspectual Illumination System) for the first time in Germany, a projection technology with XEED SX50 which is based on the innovative LCOS-technology, an optical lightening with optimal brightness and contrast in small rooms. The new projector combines all advantages of the LCOS-technology with a brightness of 2500 ANSI-lumens, a high contrast of 1000:1 as well as a SXGA+ resolution and is thus realizing stunning pictures. Another advantage: its compact design at a weight of 3.9 kilos makes it the lightest LCOS-projectors worldwide. The XEED SX50 sets a new benchmark in business presentation and offers a good cost/performance ratio: Starting November 2004 the projector is available at a price of 3799 Euro (incl. VAT).
More: http://www.canon-europe.com/

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4)     Luxion: new Mitsubishi home cinema projector

Mitsubishi offers the HC900 beamer, a new entry model with a 16:9 aspect ratio panel (native resolution 1024 x 576). The HC900 has been especially designed for home cinema featuring the current "Matterhorn" DLP-technology, illuminated remote control and state of the art designed case. In Cine-Focus mode the HC900 offers a contrast ratio of 4000:1 at a noise level of only 30dB. The brightness can be boosted up to 1500 ANSI-lumens in bright environments. The HC900 is aimed at home cinema beginners with a limited budget. The beamer is available now from the distributor Luxion, contact person Damir Haupert.
More: http://www.luxion.de

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3M (16), 3M (56), Adtec (58), Alcorn McBride (25), Analog Way (26), Barco (14), Barco (56), beyerdynamic (35), Canon (3), Charamel (42), Christie (12), cinemateq (37), cinemateq (56), CL (56), Clarity (56), Comm-Tec (25), Epson (9), EYE-Q (17), Flatvision (58), Folsom (27), friendlyway (58), Fujitsu General (54), G+B pronova (42), Hagor (28), Hitachi Softw. (32), Hitachi (2), HP (58), HP (10), ICT (44), InFocus (56), InFocus (57), InsightMedia (56), ISCO-OPTIC (38), Just Lamps (39), JVC (43), JVC (48), Kindermann (6), KoelnMesse (1), KOMTECH (57), Kramer (30), Lang AG (46), Larivičre (43), Liesegang (8), Lumin (58), Luxion (4), Mauell (51), MediaScreen (58), Medienfestival (53), Micronas (58), Microsoft (56), Mitsubishi (4), MW-Cinescreen (40), NEC/Mitsubishi (52), NEC (15), NEC (19), Panasonic (58), Panasonic (13), Panasonic (46), Panasonic (47), Panasonic (56), PDS (45), Philips (22), Philips (56), Philips (57), photokina (1), Polycom (56), Polycom (57), Projecta (56), Projector Central (5), ProVisionTeam (56), PSP (49), Remaco (41), RGB (31), Samsung (18), Sharp (11), Sharp (21), Sharp (57), SMART (33), SMS (24), Sony (58), Sony (57), Sun-Tech (34), SysComTec (56), TEC (56), TI (56), Toshiba L&T (50), Toshiba (20), TVD:ALBIRAL (36), Ulead (58), Uni Weimar (55), V7 (7), ViewSonic (58), Viewsonic (23), VisionTools (24), viteq (56), Vogels (29), World (58), Yamaha (5)

 

5)     Yamaha: LPX-510widescreen LCD projector

The Yamaha LPX-510 is Yamaha´s newest widescreen LCD projector. The product is a relatively compact 14 lbs, and is loaded with an assortment of highly desirable features including horizontal and vertical lens shift, variable Iris, power zoom and focus with a very long 1.5x zoom range. The LPX-510 is rated at 1000 ANSI lumens and 1200:1 contrast. The light engine features three 0.7" LCD panels with a native resolution of 1280x720. The video inputs include one D4 port, two 5-RCA ports for component/RGB, one HDMI port, one composite video, one S-video, one RS-232c, and one trigger output. Signal compatibility includes HDMI (HDCP), component and RGB HDTV 1080i, 720p, component 576p, 480p, standard component video 480i, 576i, S-video and composite. This projector is designed inside and out for home entertainment use.
More: http://www.projectorcentral.com/

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6)     Kindermann KSD 130 - for home cinema and business

Kindermann introduces the KSD 130 to the market, a cost-effective SVGA multimedia projector which is ideal for the use in business and home cinema. With a brightness of 1700 ANSI-lumens images can be projected even in day light environments. The KSD 130 satisfies in home cinema applications thanks to a high contrast ratio of 2000:1. Thanks to optical keystone correction images can be shown without loosing any pixels and without moving the projector. The KSD 130 weighs only 2.1 kilos at a size of 253x97x201mm. It is convincing in performance thanks to a silent 32dB in ECO-mode. The integrated 200 W VIP lamp provides 1300 ANSI-lumens even in ECO-mode and runs up to 3000 hours. The all-round talent costs EUR 999.00 (plus VAT).
More: http://www.kindermann.de/

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7)     V7: entertainment projector PD 230X from Videoseven

The V7 Videoseven home entertainment projector PD 230X ventures new dimensions. Its attractive cost/performance ratio addresses to both private and business users. The PD 230X features a DVI-I-interface. The projector offers a contrast ratio of 2000:1 at a brightness of 2100 ANSI-lumens and native XGA resolution of 1024 x 768. It is designed for mobile use featuring a weight of 2.6 kilos. The device is based on DLP technology and has a noise level of only 33 dB. The Zeiss lens has a range of 1.02 metres up to 7.62 metres diagonal image size at a throw distance between 1.5 and 10 metres. The aspect ratio can be switched between 4:3 and 16:9. The projector supports all current inputs such as analogue and DVI-PC, DVD, VHS, TV-Tuner or Play-Station. The V7 PD 230X is available at a price of 1399 Euro (incl. VAT).
More: http://www.videoseven.com

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8)     Liesegang - top class home projectors

Liesegang showcased various new powerful data-video-projectors on this years´ photokina: Multi 800, ddv 2500, Piccadilly plus, dv 410, dv 445, dv 465, Luxor and Luxor plus. Entering top class home cinema: Luxor plus offers DLP superscript: -technology (1x 0.8" DLP (superscript:)) and latest HD2+ chip. It images 1280 x 720 pixels, real 16:9 format at a full HDTV-resolution onto the screen. 850 ANSI-lumens brightness, optimum black level and a stunning contrast ratio of more than 2500:1 allow for absolute live atom in the living room. Thanks to a lens with a highly flexible zoom and lens shift the best possible image position can be achieved. Intelligent De-Interlacing with Motion Adaptive Progressive Scan guarantees maximum quality in video presentation. The Luxor model offers identical features except of 1x 0.63" DLP (superscript:), ED2-chip, 750 ANSI-lumens and WSVGA resolution (1024 x 576).
More: http://www.liesegang.de/

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9)     Epson EMP-821 - excellent images

The Epson EMP-821 2600 ANSI lumens desktop video projector is perfect for training, seminars or conference rooms. Featuring high brightness, low fan noise and Epson´s advanced imaging technologies, it offers a range of great features at a sensible price. The successor of Epson EMP-820 offers an outstanding image even in day light environments. Well designed with low noise, high brightness, and simple operation this projector has everything a teacher or trainer could want. Auto keystone correction ensures perfect images from any angle and a 3000 hour lamp life reduces running costs. With a wide range of inputs, a high zoom ratio and an easy one-foot stand, any audio visual session will be up and running in no time. The new professional Epson EMP-821 is available at a price of 3700 Euro (incl. VAT).
More: http://www.epson-europe.com

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10)     HP digital projector MP3222

The new HP digital projector MP3222 was designed for flexible applications in professional environments - it is powerful and flexible, an all-purpose presenter. The projector offers precise projections of presentations and movies featuring a native XGA resolution of 1024:768 pixels and a automatic set-up function. The 5-segment colour wheel integrated in the MP3222 is a true novelty. In addition to the classical colour combination of red, green, blue and white the MP3222 also uses yellow as the fifth colour. 2000 ANSI-lumens and a contrast ratio of 2000:1 allow for excellent image quality even under adverse light conditions. In mobile use the HP digital projector MP3222 benefits from its light weight of 1.7 kilos and fast set up. The MP3222 is Mac- and PC compatible. The succeeding model of the HP XB31 is available at a recommended retail price of 1999 Euro.
More: http://www.hp.com/

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11)     Sharp: DLP projector XG-MB70X

Wrong colour uniformities belong to the past, especially when it comes to yellow shades. Thanks to "Natural Colour" colours are matched in the right colour temperature. This is a great advantage especially if a proper colour correction is needed. The new Sharp DLP-projector also offers a contrast ratio of 2000:1 and a brightness of 3000 ANSI-lumens. Presenters thus will feel very well supported in presentations.
More: http://www.sharp-eu.com

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12)     Christie: 6xLX33 projectors for virtual reality

Christie distributor ICIDO that have their main office in Stuttgart/Germany offers interactive applications modified for engineering, architects, presentations and training. ICIDO installed 2 x Christie Vivid LX 33 in each of several rear-projection systems that are especially designed for virtual reality. The company Rheinmetall LS is using an ICIDO IC system: three Virtual Prototyping solutions are installed. At 9m˛ screen size the user is able to see an immersive passive stereo application together with an additional optical tracking system. A realistic image of different vehicles can be seen. With the software packages IDO:Review and IDO:Package the user can design different models and also has a training in any service case. The Christie Vivid LX33 is a perfect modified solution for passive stereo installations. They combine high brightness with high flexibility. The Vivid LX33 has a brightness of 3300 ANSI-lumens and a contrast ratio of 500:1 at a native XGA resolution. The noise level is only 35dB. The follow-up model Vivid LX 37 is also available just now.
More: http://www.christiedigital.com

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13)     3-chip-DLP flagships from Panasonic

The new Panasonic 3-chip-DLP flagship projectors PT-D5500 (see also AVP-Newsletter.com #39/04) , PT-DW7000 and PT-D7700 display finest details pin-sharp in XXL-format. On the photokina, Panasonic released his three newcomers for professional applications in Germany. The PT-DW7000 represents the first Panasonic 3-chip DLP projector with 16:9 chip. It has a brightness of 6000 ANSI lumens and a WXGA resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels. With its pin-sharp images it will surely meet the high demands of electronic movie theatres. The high performance PT-D7700 is dedicated to cinema applications in large venues. It provides excellent picture quality featuring 7000 ANSI-lumens, a contrast ratio of 4000:1 and a 1400 x 1050 SXGA+ resolution. The DW7000 costs 21,000 Euro. The D7700 is available for 29,950 Euro. Both prices are without VAT. The projectors are ready to be shipped
More: http://www.panasonic.com

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14)     Barco has released the SLM R9+ in Europe

Barco has recently released the new projector SLM R9+ in Europe. The SLM R9+ is the latest member of the successful SLM projector family. The SLM R9+ is equipped with an enhanced lamp life span of a 1000 hours minimum, additional dust filters and further compatibility with existing TLD lenses. The SLM R9+ represents a dynamic, reliable projector at a cost-effective operation. It is dedicated to high-end Rental & Staging applications.
More: http://www.barco.com

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15)     NEC HT410 + 510: more home cinema quality in 16:9

NEC will release two new home cinema projectors that are equipped with native 16:9 HD+ DLP chips. The HT510 offers a resolution of 1024x768 pixels. The cheaper HT410 offers 854 x 480 pixels. Thanks to new features the new NEC models create better images especially with regards to noise reduction, representations of details and realistic colours. The new 5-segment colour wheel also featuring a yellow segment (RGBWY) allows for higher colour bandwidth. A large zoom enables an image set up on screen independently from the projector´s position.
More: http://www.de.nec.de/home.php/lang/ENG

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16)     3M: new benchmarks on the photokina

3M is looking back on a successful photokina 2004. Visitors and dealers alike were highly interested in the new products which could be experienced live on the booth. Special attention was drawn to the 3M DLP projector PX3 because of its size. The feathery mini-device with a weight of only 900 grams and an unbelievably small case of only 35 mm height belongs to the smallest in this category. With regards to a universal conferencing system the new Digital WallDisplay generation attracted great attention. After releasing the "all-in-one" solution the Series 9000 is characterized by improved image quality, colour luminance and excellent sharpness. 3M, one of the leading touch monitor manufacturers worldwide, also enthused visitors with the 3M Micro Touch Monitors M150 and M170 that special solutions with extra stable touch sensors for visually handicapped people.
More: http://www.3m.com/uk/

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