5)
Sharp: full HD projector with greater capability for large screen
pictures
Sharp
recently presented the XV-Z21000, the company’s new digital flagship projector.
The high-end full HD DLP projector offers a resolution of 1,920x1,080 pixels and a contrast ratio of 12,000:1. The new
XV-Z21000 is the first full HD DLP projector that Sharp introduced to the
German market. The XV-Z21000 is equipped for a fully digital transmission of
video data featuring an HDMI interface as well as HDCP support. The specially
designed RGB-only primary colour wheel for home theatre achieves high-quality
colour reproduction and high contrast ratio. And the colour wheel capable of
x5 speed by rotating the colour wheel with 7-segment colour at x2.5 speed
renders colour breaking imperceptible to the human eye.
More: http://www.sharp.de/projektoren
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6)
SIM2: D80 as an addition to the 1080p chip DLP® projection line
SIM2
Multimedia recently announced a new addition to its Domino projector line:
the D80 projector based on Texas Instruments’ 0.95” 1080p DLP® chipset for a
true, uncompressed 1920x1080 HDTV resolution. The D80 joins its illustrious
award-winning predecessor - the Grand Cinema HT3000 – in the 0.95” 1080p DLP®
chipset resolution family line. This new chipset combined with full 10 bit
video processing, SIM2’s ALPHA PATH™ light engine, 7-segment colour wheel and
software, give the D80 projector a true contrast ratio of >4000:1,
resulting in a new level of cinematic realism in single chip projection.
On-board video processing prevents the introduction of motion artefacts and
jagged edges. Also, the D80 features a wide selection of inputs - including
HDMI™ - and is compatible with all video and graphic standards. Easily
upgradeable, the RS232 allows enthusiasts to easily download the latest
control software. The D80 can represent the following formats: 16:9, 4:3
letter box format as well as three user-defined formats. Two 12 trigger
inputs and a RS232 input make integration of complete in-house media control
systems easy enabling control over electronic screens and other supporting
elements.
More: http://www.sim2.com
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7)
WolfVision: 3 new Visualizer
featuring SXGA-& 720p HD camera
As of November WolfVision
is going to bring three succeeding models in the high-end Visualizer
series VZ-9, VZ-27plus and VZ-C12 to the market. The most important new
feature with all of the three novelties is a progressive scan camera
featuring extremely high resolution, perfect live images as well as very good
colours (sRGB colour precision). The new Visualizers VZ-9plus, VZ-27plus² and VZ-C12² are equipped
with a 1-CCD camera featuring 1,280 x 960 pixels at 30 images per second.
This is a 4:3 native SXGA resolution. In addition, the camera offers a native
720p HD resolution featuring a 16:9 1,280 x 960 pixels. These features stand
for a higher resolution than any Visualizer with a
1-CCD-XGA camera can offer.
More: http://www.wolfvision.com
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8)
dnp takes the Supernova Screen one
step further
At Integrated Systems Europe 07 in
Amsterdam, dnp denmark presents a new retractable
version of their award-winning dnp Supernova front
projection screen – the dnp Supernova™ Flex Screen.
When not in use, the new flexible screen disappears into a stylish wall
mounted enclosure that compliments modern interior designs. Like the fixed
Supernova Screen, the Supernova Flex Screen delivers an extraordinary ten
times higher contrast and two times brighter images than standard front
screens. And since the entire screen is retractable, it combines the
outstanding Supernova image quality with a discreet and stylish presence.
Suspended by thin wires, the Supernova Flex Screen blends perfectly into the
environment. When not in use, a fast motor retracts the screen into a stylish
wall mounted enclosure. When the screen drops down it appears as a picture
frame without the usual ‘black drop’ common to other screens. Even when in
use the Supernova will be unobtrusive and blend into the environment. The
cover of the enclosure is removable and replaceable. It is offered in a variety
of options including a special stainable surface, which can be painted to
match the wall for totally invisible installation. The dnp
Supernova Flex Screen is available in 4:3, 16:9 and cinemascope format in
sizes up to 100”. The screen is compatible with all standard projectors.
More: http://www.supernovascreen.com
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9)
Da-Lite Introduces Fast-Fold® Masking
Panels
Da-Lite Screen Company is pleased to
announce the addition of the Fast-Fold® Masking Panels to their Fast-Fold®
portable projection screen product line. The new masking panels allow a
native HDTV (16:9) aspect ratio Fast-Fold® screen to be properly masked to
NTSC Video (4:3), in effect doubling the functionality of the screen. Black
drapery masking panels attach with Velcro® to the top of the screen and snap
in place to the black binding along the bottom of the screen. Blue and Pewter
Grey masking panels are also available as an option as are complete drapery
presentation kits which include skirt, valance, wing drapes and wheeled poly
case for a professional stage front presentation. The Fast-Fold® Masking
Panels are available for any native HDTV Fast-Fold® Deluxe, Standard
Fast-Fold®, Truss Deluxe and Standard Truss screens.
More: http://www.da-lite.com
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10) Media Vision: Magic Window Touch
System 7001
MediaVision presents an entirely new technology that allows a touch screen
function at shop windows (up to 16 mm thickness and without an air gap
between the window panes) thanks to an extra thin foil and an appropriate
converter system. The touch foils are available in any format up to a size of
100“, 2.5 m diagonal. MediaVision puts the foil
onto the MagicDaylight rear projection panel. Even
projection of large graphics onto other surface materials such as wood or
plastic (no monitor) is possible. MediaVision is
currently looking for specialized Trade partners.
More: http://www.media-vision.de
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11) G+B pronova:
HoloPro is lighting up the dark season
While the
days are drawing in and the autumn leaves are falling, G+B pronova GmbH has some news to lighten everyone up. The
summer months were used to modify the HoloPro™
production plants to meet increased demands. Production times will be
dramatically reduced thanks to improved laser technology and at the same time
the quality of illumination has been still further increased. The latest
version, HoloPro™ 3, has been improved in many
aspects: in particular, the size of the HOE has been reduced considerably (3
mm as opposed to 10 mm previously) and their number dramatically increased.
This leads to increased brilliance and a considerably more homogenous
picture. This new HoloPro™ 3 quality is available
immediately for all formats from 50.8 cm/20” (diagonal) to 254 cm (100"
or 200 cm x 150 cm). The maximum screen size for 16:9 is 325.12 cm
(128"). In addition, there are attractive package prices for the popular
50" HoloPro™ Amiran.
More: http://www.holopro.com
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12) MediaScreen GmbH presents WTH65 INTERACTIVE
The MediaScreen WTH 65 INTERACTIVE is an innovative and
mobile rear projection system featuring a 160 cm (65”) screen diagonal and a minimum
depth of only 55 cm (22”). The system is based on the previously introduced MediaScreen WTH65 which has been enhanced by an
interactive control feature. Interactive control is enabled by a novel,
high-precision foil-based motion detector via PC interface. An optionally
available thief-proofed, rolling pedestal that can be locked can hold
laptops, DVD or CD media players. The WTH65 INTERACTIVE is very versatile and
can be used for presentations at trade shows and events. It is also suitable
for POS installations and TV studio applications.
More: http://www.mediascreen.de
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13) NEC Display Solutions: NEC MultiSync® LCD5710 available
The new
NEC MultiSync® LCD5710 complements NEC Display
Solutions range of large format displays and will be available from November
2006. The NEC MultiSync® LCD5710 is designed for a
wide variety of digital signage and public display applications but will also
appeal to the high end AV market with Full High Definition (1080p) capability
and HDCP (High Definition Content Protection) support. The NEC MultiSync® LCD5710 can display a 1920 x 1080 (WUXGA)
computer generated image or the equivalent 1080p video resolution allowing
outstanding reproduction in perfect HDTV quality. An extremely high viewing
angle of 178 degrees, 450 cdm² brightness, and a
contrast ratio of 900:1, ensures perfect picture quality from almost every
angle. The benefits of excellent image quality, high brightness and contrast,
fast response time, and features such as NEC’s TileMatrix
function, allowing a matrix of up to 5 x 5 displays to be easily set-up; and CableComp function allowing cable lengths of up 100
metres to be used; make the NEC Display Solutions range of large format
displays an ideal choice for users and system integrators.
More: http://www.nec-display-solutions.com
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14) ict: electronic info and advertising system at Copenhagen airport
Boring and inefficient waiting
times are now a thing of the past at the airport in Copenhagen: Since the end of August,
passengers at the gate area are presented with an intelligent mix of
infotainment, advertising and attractive competitions to pass the time until
boarding. The company Favour8 AG, Frankfurt, developed a target group
oriented concept which combines these three themes optimally and presents
them in an entertaining fashion. Along with several counters as info-points,
a large area video wall forms the central element of the concept.
Commissioned by Favour8 AG, the company ict AG
realized the media technology hardware and software installations for this
Digital Signage solution. News, the worldwide program „The WorldLive“ from earthTV, Lifestyle reports and advertising clips are
shown on the almost 8 m² Multi-Image-Wall which consists of 16 Seamless
Plasma Displays. In order to be able to mount the 4 x 4 Seamless Plasma
Display Screen at a height of three meters the ict
media mechanics department developed a special steel construction for holding
the display.
More: http://www.ict.de
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15) Cinemateq: Individual Flatscreens
cinemateq presents the VQ 42 HD, the VQ 50
HD and the CT 50 HD II. Three new modular developed plasma models with frame
change system allowing for individual design possibilities. Each flatscreen is configured individually as the customer
desires: This way each model can be developed specifically to complement
perfectly into a furnishing style in material, color
and habitat. No matter if it promotes a shiny grand piano black, trendy
designer white, noble natural wood or any other surface such as glass,
high-grade steel or acrylic: cinemateq`s designers
make nearly every wish come true using nearly every material possible. Thanks
to the worldwide unique frame changing system, the cinemateq
flatscreens can achieve a new look within a moment,
without tools or energy spent. No matter if one chooses the VQ 42 HD or VQ 50
HD models in the high-end class or the CT 50 HD II as the luxury version -
the individual flatscreens by cinemateq
are as intelligent as they are attractive. And they inspire with user
friendliness, rich colours, extraordinary picture depth and dynamics in dark
scenes with breathtaking sharpness.
More: http://www.cinemateq.com
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16) Vogel’s Professional introduces
the new PFW185
Vogel’s
Professional introduces a new universal LCD/Plasma wall support safely
fitting large screens from 55” – 103” inch. Both for public use - like
shopping malls, waiting rooms and airports - as well as for domestic home
use, large screens (e.g. 55” inch and larger) are becoming more common. As
flat display technology is evolving, large display sizes become commercially
available at more attractive price levels. As a result, there is a growing demand
for wall supports that are capable of safely carrying these heavy large
screens. The PFW 185 was developed for the heaviest displays safely fitting
displays up to 103”, suitable for both professional and home applications.
With a weight capacity of 300KG/660LBS KG TÜV tested (maximum weight capacity
1500KG/ 3300LBS) it easily meets all safety standards and more. Two
wall-mounting plates ensure that the support always perfectly fits,
regardless the width of the screen. Two individual wall-mounting plates
(stud-mounting ready) ensure there is no limitation to the width of the
mounting points on the back of the display. This makes the new wall support
universal and flexible to use.
More: http://www.vogels.com
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17) HTS offers media micro control
systems
High Tech
Service, HTS, located in Nuremberg, is a German manufacturer of one
of the most innovative micro-media control systems in its class. The HTS
FBI-control system comes with new features and sets a new standard in the
area of micro-media control systems. These features include: pre-programmed
(plug and play), system relevant set-ups are secured by password, display
featuring extremely easy handling, night- and weekend switch off, intelligent
beamer switch off, POS/POI functionality, lamp and filter numerator featuring
alarm function, beamer lamp status display, key lock function and last but
not least a vandalism-proof keyboard featuring acoustic authentication.
More: http://www.hts-fbi.de
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18) EBS Euchner:
videodidact control for Interactive Whiteboard
With the
help of the new USB box, the Interactive Whiteboard can now be integrated
into a videodidact System. The connection of a
student PC with a whiteboard, a projector and the videodidact
system is turning classrooms and conference rooms into an interactive
experience. Each student’s screen image can be broadcasted to a whiteboard
while the board is switched to the local PC of that student (via USB). The
student can work/remote his computer through the whiteboard and start a
presentation from up front. The connection of a student PC with a whiteboard,
a projector and the videodidact system is turning
classrooms and conference rooms into an interactive experience.
More: http://www.ebs-euchner.de
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19) SMART Interactive Whiteboard in
16:9 format
SMART
Technologies Inc. announced the newest addition to the award-winning SMART
Board™ interactive whiteboard family. Ideal for larger classrooms and
training rooms, the new 94" (238.7-cm) SMART Board 690 interactive
whiteboard is wider, offering 33 percent more active working surface than the
680 model. A 16:9 aspect ratio accommodates the need
for more interactive whiteboard space in larger rooms while ensuring students
and teachers can still comfortably interact with all parts of the display.
Content is visible to students even at the back of a large classroom or
training room. The SMART Board 690 interactive whiteboard offers the same
functionality and aesthetics as other models in the award-winning 600 series
such as SB640 (image diagonal 121.9 cm), SB660 (162.6 cm), SB680 (195.6 cm)
and SB690 (238.7 cm). GoWire SMART Board software
auto-launch cable is the newest accessory for SMART Board interactive
whiteboards. It is a specially designed software-enabled USB cable that
automatically launches SMART Board software upon connecting to any computer
and a SMART Board interactive whiteboard or Sympodium®
interactive pen display. With it, users can access the full capabilities of
SMART Board software without installing it on a specific computer.
More: http://www.smarttech.com
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20) COMM-TEC: AMX touch panels
featuring voice-over-IP technology
AMX touch panels are multimedia devices
that can not only display user interfaces but also audio- and video signals
from other sources, or a PC desktop as part of a network. A new feature is
that the touch panels can be used as a VoIP
intercom system, both via cable or wireless. Two or more touch panels can be
set up as an intercom system without using any additional equipment.
Applications include: Talk-back circuit connecting meeting rooms and manager
offices, "babyfon" in the kid’s room or a
residential talk-back circuit. The new Interkom
touch panels have the same functionality as all other Modero
touch panels. The Interkom extra equipment includes
the following: VoIP-technology featuring G.711
language coding (also being used in ISDN phones), improved DSP-technology for
audio reception and echo cancelling, improved speakers and microphone for
crystal clear audio. The touch panel consist of 4 VoIP
modes: 8.4" wireless ModeroViewPoint - two-way
communication to be used as intercom system, touch panel with VolP - one-way monitoring (listen only) to be used in
audio surveillance, one-way pages (broadcast) to be used for voice playback
at all connected touch panels and privacy mode to disconnect the VolP mode.
More: http://www.comm-tec.de
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21) KINDERMANN: new MultiMedia socket system
Kindermann recently enhanced its well-known MultiaMedia
socket system by desktop modules. With the KINDERMANN desktop modules messing
around with the wiring on the conference desk is a thing of the past. All
connections including the power supply can be integrated in the unit. The
housing can be installed level to the desktop, as a
result all the connections are invisible when the module is closed. The lid
is opened only when required. After fixing the wiring the module can be
closed again. The opening for the cable is covered by an integrated brush.
The table socket systems are made from steel plate and powder-coated in RAL
9006 silver metallic. There are suitable for any kind of conferencing table
starting at a thickness of 20mm and easy to install.
More: http://www.kindermann.de
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22) Analog Way ships the longest full
resolution DVI Cable
This DVI
Cable is the longest of the new range launched by Analog Way. It can drive high definition
display devices with definition up to 1600x1200 or 1080p@60Hz on a distance
as long as 70m (230 ft). 100ft, 130ft, 165ft, 200ft and 230ft long cables are
also available with the same capabilities. “The capability to design and manufacture
this cable is due to the unique combination of Analog
Way know how, cables manufactured according to our specifications and use of
high speed, state-of-the-art components”, declares Paul Schoukroun,
Marketing Director of Analog Way. “We see a growing
demand for DVI solutions and long distance does not mean more expensive or
loss of quality”. This new range of cables comes with a built-in equalizer
and can be used between any DVI compliant devices, including Analog Way Seamless Switcher “ Di-VentiX”.
More: http://www.analogway.com
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23) eyevis offers 2 new displays
Eyevis
now offers the new EYE-LCD 4000M and EYE-LCD 4600M featuring state-of-the-art
TFT-LCD technology. The displays are characterized by superb image quality, a
1,200:1contrast, 700cd/qm brightness as well as WXGA resolution (1,366 x 768
pixels). Modules in the sizes 40“ and 46“ are
available. The TFT displays stackable and the bar between displays is as little as never before (nearly frameless). The
displays are ideal for video surveillance applications, but also for
applications in conferencing rooms, at POS/POI, at trade shows, at events and
in trading rooms. Anything from video signals to computer signals can be
displayed on the new EYE-LCDs. In combination with
the eyevis netpix
controller and the eyecon software, the set-up is
suitable for smaller and medium control rooms where installation depth is
crucial. Both displays were initially introduced at the Security in Essen, Germany.
More: http://www.eyevis.de
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24) Polycom delivers business quality voice
conferencing through Skype
Polycom
recently announced that the Polycom VoiceStation™ 500 conference phone is Skype
Certified™. The integration of Skype and the VoiceStation 500 enables customers to easily host
business quality conference calls in a small conference room or executive
office using Skype. The VoiceStation
500 features Bluetooth wireless and an applications port that enables it to
seamlessly work with Skype™ running on a PC.
Featuring a compact, stylish design, the affordable VoiceStation
500 delivers Polycom’s award-winning Acoustic
Clarity Technology™ for full duplex, natural group conferencing that
minimizes background echoes, word clipping and distortion to provide a
high-quality voice conferencing experience. The VoiceStation
500 uses AC power and can connect to a standard POTS phone line. The VoiceStation 500 complements the previously announced Polycom Communicator, a portable, personal USB
speakerphone device. In addition to the Skype
certified VoiceStation 500 and Polycom
Communicator, Polycom offers a Computer Calling Kit
option for its SoundStation2™ and SoundStation2W™ conference phones, enabling
those products to work with Skype.
More: http://www.polycom.com
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25) CT: new dimensions with STEALTH at
SAAB
The Mondial
de l’Automobile in Paris - in September/ October - this
year stood again for automobile innovations and numerous highlights,
presented on excellent exhibition stands. In case of media technology, major
exhibiting companies such as Saab, GM, Cadillac/Corvette, Audi and Skoda relied on the professional full service from CT
Germany. For the first time, an LED screen innovation of the 3rd dimension
was integrated as visual partition into the Saab exhibition stand concept –
the new STEALTH. This media technology highlight with seven screens
consisting of a total of 1,200 white STEALTH elements (192 m²) was planned,
designed, installed and supported by CT Germany for the Saab exhibition
stand, which had more than 1,000 square meters. As the first white LED screen
with a resolution of 25 mm and a transparency with more than 55%, the STEALTH
convinced with its image quality, resolution, flexibility, form and
brightness. Due to the perfect integration of the individual screens into the
exhibition architecture, fascinating three-dimensional insights as well as a
unique ambient experience for the visitors are generated. The perfect
coordination of the video contents on the individual screens was programmed
by CT, thus ensuring the unique presentation of the content.
More: http://www.ctgermany.com
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26) Gahrens + Battermann
is now offering VariLites
Gahrens
+ Battermann substantially extended its rental
stock in the field of lighting design recently. The company augmented its
range of spotlights with the VL3000 Spot, the VL3000 Wash and the VL2500 Spot
and Wash. The VL 3000 Spot is a particularly bright
all-round luminary spot that boasts excellent image quality, virtually
unlimited colour options and precise movements. Its optical system has 13
lenses, and a resolution of 6:1 adjusts the projected field angle over a
range of 10 to 60 degrees with unvarying sharpness and luminosity. An effect
wheel and two gobo wheels (with a total of 14 gobo positions) guarantee image
projections and infinitely variable top-quality gobo morphing at all three
levels. The VL 3000 Wash is also an integrally designed
remote-controlled and motorised spot luminary providing full field dimming. A
little smaller than the VL 3000, the reduced size of the VL 2500 Moving Light
means that it is ideal for use at exhibitions and on smaller stages.
More: http://www.gb-mediensysteme.de
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27) Artcoustic launches new precision monitor
and a matching subwoofer
The
Spitfire Monitor is based on the powerful DF75-55 X2 but with a more compact
form and durable finish ideal for use where the aesthetics are less crucial
i.e. behind a dedicated, fixed cinema screen. The Spitfire Monitor, like the
DF75-55 X2, is one of the most versatile and arguably, for its size, the most
powerful full-range model in the Artcoustic range.
It is equally at home in a high-end hi-fi or home cinema system, a 200-seater
cinema, or anything in-between. The X2 bass system employs twin 10" X2
woofers which take low frequency response down to 35Hz, while the twin
rippled dome tweeters extend the high frequency response up to 40kHz at 96dB
(1w +/-2dB). The Spitfire Monitor is ideal for use in high-end installations,
where sound quality is paramount, such as mid-field to full-space studio
monitoring, for medium to large sized home cinema installations, and for
commercial use in bars, restaurants and corporate presentation facilities,
including commercial movie theatres. The Spitfire Monitor is bi-wirable, enabling control of the woofers and tweeters
independently and comes as a mirrored pair for accurate stereo monitoring. For
the ultimate in low-frequency performance, the Spitfire subwoofer delivers
awesome bass reproduction. The Spitfire Subwoofer is based on the Artcoustic DFS100-75 subwoofer but with a more compact
form and durable finish, making it ideal for the professional market, such as
recording and film studios, dedicated cinemas and fixed installations in
general. This model changes the way subwoofers are perceived. Employing no
less than four 10" X2 long-throw woofers, and the X2 bass system to
reproduce low frequency signals sumptuously, with high power handling and
extremely low distortion, right down to 15Hz.
More: http://www.artcoustic.com
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