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5) Toshiba T50/S30: low cost light-weights
Toshiba’s line
of Professional Visual Products is extending their portfolio. The two
novelties T50 (XGA) and S30 (SVGA) are well suited for mobile operations as
well as for conference and school environments. With a weight of only 2.3 kg
they have a brightness of 1,400 ANSI lumens and a contrast ratio of 400:1.
Both LCD projectors are equipped with keystone correction of +/- 15 degrees,
which can be operated either manually or automatically. The integrated Auto-Off function enables
the machine to switch itself off at a certain time after it has not been used
for a while. The infrared remote control as well as a newly designed menu
with icons encourages an even easier operation of the devices with fewer
problems. The ECO-Mode spares the projection lamp and decreases the quiet
ventilator sound. The T50 (suggested retail price: 3816,40 €) and the S30
(suggested retail price 2540,40 €) are available starting November at
distributors and specialized trade dealers.
More:
http://www.toshiba.de/projectors
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6) GretagMacbeth: color calibration for beamers
 The newest addition to the award
winning Eye-One color management system is the Eye-One Beamer. The Eye-One
Beamer allows presenters to quickly and automatically adjust the color on
digital projectors to accurately replicate the colors they intended. The
Eye-One Beamer package works in conjunction with the Eye-One handheld
spectral measuring device that reads color from all sources and on all types
of monitors and a USB cable that connects the device to a computer. It
provides a portable and easy-to-use color management solution for calibrating
and color correcting digital projection devices using ICC profiles.
Furthermore the package also includes the new Eye-One Beamer holder for
positioning the Beamer on a projector, so that the temperature can be read
directly in front of the lens. Included is a color management software CD as
well. The Eye-One Beamer will be available starting in December 2002.
More: http://www.gretagmacbeth.com/
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7) Metz: First- and Second vote for Metz KRETA 63
Already in
September 120 Metz TVs were installed in the German Parliament. After the
official advertisement of the job profile it became clear that the individual
and convertible Metz TVs would be ideal. Special attention was given to the
retrofitting capability of the DVB-T modules. By the year 2003 the analog
reception will be substituted by a digital one in Berlin and in the
surrounding area. This is no problem for Metz TVs – they can easily be
retrofitted by a specialist dealer with a DVB-T socket module. Therefore a
digital reception without a Set-Top Box is possible. Another advantage: no
further remote controls are necessary. Especially the KRETA 63 was very
impressive, because it offers this merit for a screen size of only 63 cm
(only 59cm are visible). The nearest
CE specialist dealer will take care of current software updates. In Berlin it
is already certain that more appliances are soon to follow.
More:
http://www.metz.de
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8) 3M: MP 7750/7650 – luminous, light, extremely quiet
These are the
advantages of the new 3M MP 7750 and the MP 7650! They are ideal for both
mobile and stationary operations. With 1,800 ANSI lumens both the
XGA-variation MP 7750 as well as the SVGA-model MP 7650 offer incredible
brightness. Both model variations weigh only 2,7kg. Of special interest is
the new optimised wide-angle lens as well as its very low noise level of only
32db ("Whisper Mode"). The MP 7750 and the MP 7650 can be
positioned variably to the screen thanks to the vertical and horizontal
keystone correction.
More:
http://www.3m.com/
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9) more3D: 3D Stereo-projection now for Windows XP
 more3D has adapted its stereo
software technology for Windows XP Professional. For the first time it is
possible to connect a PC without the help of any additional hardware to two
independent DLP or LCD projectors, in order to project Direct3D software in 3D
stereo. The more 3D-software logs itself in unnoticed between the 3D
application and the graphics drive, to produce perspectively correct 3D views
for the left as well as the right eye! Whether simulation, virtual reality or
3D game software- with more 3D your application becomes physical and
amazingly real!
More: http://www.more3d.com
eMail: info@more3d.com
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10) Philips: the new Garbo Matchline Home Entertainment Projector
Philips is
introducing the Garbo Matchline onto the home entertainment market. The
projector, which is based on the concept of last month’s introduced Garbo (look at AVP-N. #41/02), offers an even higher
brightness level (1,100 ANSI lumens with a contrast ratio of 500:1) as well
as extensive furnishings. Like the Garbo, the Garbo Matchline is also a
projector, which you practically cannot hear but like to watch; with its 16:9
resolution the projector is with its 27dB the quietest projector in its class
and ensures crisp and sparkling images. Super long-lasting lamp- life up to
6000 hours means the longest lamplife in the industry. Thanks to the ColourTracking™
feature, the appropriate settings are always chosen. Due to the Garbo’s many
interfaces, it can be adapted to suit anyone’s personal requirements:
component-input with Cinch, S-Video, composite and VGA per D-Sub lets users
choose the best connection. With the additional ability of processing
Progressive-Scan-Signals and HDTV-inputs the Garbo will blend in seamlessly
with the most sophisticated homes- now and far into the future. Philips Garbo
is available for 2,999.99€ (suggested retail price) and Philips Garbo
Matchline is available for 3,399.99€
(suggested retail price) at retail stores.
More:
http://www.consumer/philips.com/
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11) SMART Board interactive whiteboard goes wireless
 SMART Technologies Inc. announced the
availability of a wireless option for the entire family of SMART Board
interactive whiteboards - SMART Board, Rear Projection SMART Board and SMART
Board for Plasma Displays. The complete wireless package includes two paired
wireless radios with power supplies. SMART uses IEEE 802.11b technology, the
wireless industry standard, making data transfer very quick with no
noticeable delay. Traditionally, the SMART Board interactive whiteboard is
connected to a computer using a serial or USB cable. The new wireless option
eliminates the need for a cable between the interactive whiteboard and the
computer, thus simplifying the installation. Futhermore, SMART announced a 15
percent decrease in the price of its award-winning interactive whiteboard, Rear Projection SMART Board 3000i.
Educational institutions may qualify for a grant worth 25 percent of the
suggested retail price through the SMARTer Kids Foundation.
More: www.smarttech.com/products/smartboard/specs.asp
and http://www.smarttech.com
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12) Pioneer: NEW - 50-inch Touchscreen Plasma-Screen
The
plasma-screen PDP-503MXE by Pioneer impresses with its incredible image and
sound quality. Now with a new additional attachment PDK-50WH2 and a flick of
the wrist it can easily be converted into a multi-functional touchscreen.
Quickly it becomes a user-friendly multi-media device, which reacts to finger
touch will come into being. An additional surface is not necessary- the
additional attachment is made up of a high-quality frame and placed onto the
screen. In this manner the amazing image quality of the plasma screen will
remain 100% intact. Either fingers or pens will take over the function of the
left mouse button. At presentations and meetings handwritten comments can
just be added without the speaker having to leave the screen. Thanks to a
special protection against burning, the combination of PDK-50WH2 and
PDP-503MXE ensures that the screen has a long life. Next to drivers for all
current operating systems, Pioneer is also offering White-Board-Software for
the PDK-50WH2 free-of-charge on their homepage. The device has been available
since October 2002 for 3,990€ in retail stores.
More:
http://www.pioneer.de/
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13) EPSON: Home Cinema on Tour - seeing, feeling, being amazed
Home Cinema is
the entertainment of the future. EPSON Germany GmbH with their projectors
EPSON EMP-TW 100, EPSON EMP-30 and EPSON EMP-52 are demonstrating in the form
of a Multitainment-Roadshow that real cinema feeling is
possible in the comfort of your own home. In Germany, the Netherlands and in
Switzerland home cinema fans can enjoy movies in a specially converted cinema
container (by the company Hammann) and be convinced of the amazing image
quality. In cooperation with EIDOS,
the worldwide developer of Entertainment-Software, EPSON is showing among
other things excepts of the new Lara-Croft Film “Angel of the Darkness”. The
EPSON CINEMA STATION will be stationed at various Media- and Saturn stores (Pirmasens, Bielefeld,
Utrecht from 20.-23.Nov.2002; Basel (CH), Osnabrück, Rotterdam (NL) from
27.-30.Nov.2002; Bern (CH), Oldenburg, Den Haag (NL) from 04.-07.Dec.2002;
Zürich (CH), Bochum, Amsterdam (NL) from 11.-14.12.2002; Zürich (CH), Essen,
Amsterdam (NL) from 18.-21.12.2002).
More:
http://www.epson.de
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14) Hitachi's new Flagship: CP-X995 - the light miracle
The Hitachi
Digital Media Group is presenting their CP-X995 LCD-Projector onto the German
market. The CP-X995 is ideal for large events, because even in a bright space
it will have an excellent performance. The Multi-Lens-Technology by Hitachi
in combination with the Motion Adaptive Progessive Scan (MAPS) guarantees an
extraordinary brightness (4500 ANSI lumens) and extremely sharp XGA images
for the reproduction of presentations and videos. In Hitachi's MAPS two
half-images are combined to a complete image and saved in a temporary storage
and then projected together. Therefore the projector is able to reproduce
sharp and flicker-free images and achieves continuity and has the quality of
a line-doubler. The display size of up to 760 cm (diagonally), the various
connection possibilities and its performance convince any user of the
incredible projector. It is available for 8,600€ (suggested retail price) in
retail stores.
More:
http://www.hitachidigitalmedia.com
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15) eyevis: large image systems for great expectations
 The eyevis GmbH from Reutlingen
presented at the photokina on 154m² booth space the modular back projection
cubes of the HyperCube Series in XGA resolution (size: in 50 or 67 inches)
and the new HyperCubes in SXGA resolution (size: 50, 65 and 70 inches), which
will be available at the end of November. The cubes are stackable and form a
homogenous image wall. The high-end back projection cubes provides an
excellent image quality in all sizes and resolutions. The special feature of
the HyperCubes is the internal split-controller with which the cubes can
optionally be equipped with up to eight input cards (either digital or
analogous) therefore enabling up to eight sources to be viewed on one cube.
The HyperCube series is a modular set-up and can easily be adapted for all
demands. A large competitive advantage is also the seamless pane of the
HyperCube series, therefore achieving a seamless image among the projection
modules.
More: http://eyevis.de/
eMail: info@eyevis.de
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16) GTCO CalComp: Meeting-Board / -Pad with Bluetooth
GTCO CalComp
presented at the Interpädagogica (7-9.11.2002) their InterWrite MeetingBoard (the electronic presentation board) and the
InterWrite MeetingPad (the small cable free writing tablet) now with
Bluetooth-Technology. Schooling, presentations and internet conferences will
therefore be easier and more comfortable. The MeetingBoard is available with
serial port and USB-interface and as well as with integrated Bluetooth
technology. The MeetingPad, which has previously been offered with a
wire-free radio technology, is now equipped with Bluetooth technology. The
connection is established via a PCMCIA or USB- Bluetooth Hub. Up to seven
MeetingPads can be used simultaneously in one room. MeetingBoard and
MeetingPad are based on electromagnetic technology, whereby a resistant
surface was made possible, on which you can write or draw with dry erase
markers. Furthermore its unique surface has been optimised for
reflection-free projection.
More:
http://www.gtcocalcomp.de
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17) EPSON EMP-53/73: Business-Projectors,
bright and portable
EPSON is
introducing their newest ultra portable projectors: EMP-53 (SVGA) and the
EMP-73 (XGA). With a brightness of 1,500 ANSI lumens (EMP-53) and 1,700 ANSI
lumens, a bright and excellent presentation is possible. A further novelty is
the High- und Low-Brightness Mode. Hereby the brightness is reduced when the
projector is being used as a home cinema projector and simultaneously the
noise level (33 dB) is lessened. The EPSON EMP-53/73 is provided with fully
automatic keystone correction. With this time saving function the projector can
reproduce an optimal image from practically every angle even without manual
adjustments. Both projectors weigh only 2,9kg and support the
component-video-signal and the high resolution HDTV signal for bright video
portrayals.
More:
http://www.epson.de/
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18) SANYO PLV-Z1: Home-projector with star qualities
The new SANYO
PLV-Z1 is the first home cinema projector on the market that offers a true
16:9 format in a handy size and astonishingly limited weight. The projector’s
illumination of 700 ANSI lumens and exceptional 600:1 contrast ratio in
particular were previously reserved for high-end devices only. The design is
unique as well: The robust, silver-black magnesium cabinet is discreet yet so
stylish, the projector can be integrated unobtrusively and elegantly in any
living room. With the horizontal and vertical manual lens shift function, the
position of the PLV-Z1 with respect to the projection screen is fully
adjustable; a manual zoom and vertical keystone correction add the finishing
touches to ensure that your feature presentation appears perfectly aligned on
the screen. The projector’s comfortable features include an incredibly quiet
fan system (30dB) and a 3D Automatic Uniformity Correction Controller, which
ensures a uniformly illuminated image at all times. The PLV-Z1 meets
professional home theatre demands as well thanks to its HDTV compatibility.
The projector is available in stores starting November 2002.
More:
http://www.sanyo.de/
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19) NEC VT45K: Home cinema now affordable for everyone
NEC presented
their newest trends on the projector market between October 17th and 25th in
five German cities. The center of attraction was the new LT-Series as well as
the MT-Series and the VT45K. The new VT45K was presented just in time for
Christmas and offers an amazing price performance/ ratio. Numerous,
easy-to-use functions facilitate the assembly of the projector together with
the DVD-player or with a video/ HiFi-system. The powerful VT45K projector has
1,000 ANSI lumens and even has the ability, usually reserved only for
professional devices, of a horizontal and vertical manual
Lens-Shift-Function. The advantage is
that the image with the help of a lens shift can be projected parallel up to
33% of the image’s width and up to 25% image length without having to move
the projector. Furthermore the 2.5kg light projector is as large as a thick
book in a DIN A4 format. The VT45K contains an improved lamp life length of
3,500 hours.
More:
http://www.necd.de.
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20) VITEC Distribution: VEGA STAR
video conference system
 The VITEC Distribution GmbH is
delivering the videoconference devices VEGA STAR from the manufacturer
Aethra. With the VEGA STAR Aethra is supplying videoconference devices of a
new generation. From the newcomer model Vega STAR 128k, to the VEGA STAR 512
up to the top-of-the line model VEGA STAR M, this is a completely new product
range with the following highlights: internal ethernet hub with 10/100 MB allows
full duplex operation in LAN up to 768 K. The speech-controlled camera as
well as the abilities to send power point foils in high resolution are just a
few of the extraordinary capabilities. The top-of-the-line model VEGA STAR M
enables multipoint conferences with five participants in LAN or via ISDN. The
128 K device can easily be upgraded to the model 512 and to the Multipoint.
Along with the VEGA STAR the user receives a low cost group conference system
with all the performance characteristics of the top-of-the line models.
More: http://www.vitec-distribution.com
eMail: info@vitec-distribution.com
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21) Optoma among the top 3 in the home cinema market
According to a
survey (IC – Market Monitor Panel) by the InterConnection Cosulting Group,
Optoma is one of the three TOP- suppliers of DLP projectors in Europe. As one
of the two TOP-suppliers in the countries of Great Britain, Ireland, France,
Austria, Spain and Portugal Optoma reached 10,5%, 12,8%, 21,6% and 14,1%
share of the market. "Optoma only recently entered the home cinema
market, but has already achieved a considerable market share in Europe,"
according to Bob Johnson, Marketing Manager of EMEA at Optoma. The
publication of the final results of the report fell in the same time as the
opening of the French branch office and underpin Optima’s objectives to
continue growing in Europe. The French branch office was opened in Paris in
October 2002. This branch office is just the first of many to follow, which
will support Optima’s regional growth in Europe.
More:
http://www.optomaeurope.com/
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22) VisionTools/LG: Home cinema in real 16:9
With the LG
RL-JA10 the viewer experiences home cinema in unbelievable design, with a
resolution of 1280 x 780 pixels and breath-taking detailed images! With its
16:9 LCD panels, a contrast of 350:1 and DVD-Videoprocessing the LG RL-JA10
offers an extraordinary performance for an incredible price. Realistic
images, a good black level and constant brightness guarantee a pleasant
cinema experience! The matted metallic housing with blue background lighting
for the keyboard allows you only to vaguely perceive the immense performance
of RL-JA10. VisionTools is offering the HDTV projector by LG for 2,890.- €
(suggested retail prices).
More:
http://www.visiontools.de/
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23) Mitsubishi: 50-inch display with DLP technology
Mitsubishi
Electric is launching a new development, a 50 inch Display-Cube (VS-50FD10U)
with TI’s one-chip DLP-technology. The back projection developed from
Mitsubishi Electric works with a XGA-DMD Chip (size: 0,7 inch), which projects
real XGA images in a Display-Cube. The Display achieves a brightness of
500cd/m² and has a contrast ratio of 300:1. The DMD is a reflecting
semiconductor device and therefore not prone to heat absorption even when
frozen images or patterns are shown for a longer period of time. Thanks to
this technology no burning-in effects occur. The display VS-50FD10U offers a
lamp life of approximately 8,000 hours with a 100W UHP mercury lamp and was
developed for the greatest amount of reliability even under the most
difficult conditions.
More:
http://www.mitsubishi-evs.de/
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24) ProLight+Sound: March 5th – 8th 2003 in
Frankfurt a.M.
With a new
time structure (four instead of five days) and an extensively developed hall
division ProLight+Sound will be presenting itself in the upcoming year. Next
to the stage and light area also the audio- halls and the CAVIS (Congress for
Audio Visual Installations Systems) can be seen from March 5th to 8th, 2003 on the westside of the Frankfurt
fair grounds. This was the second time that the
ProLight+Sound took place as an independent fair next to the International
Music Fair and they expected many visitors: 20,320 visitors came in March to
Frankfurt am Main, 30% were from abroad. On 63,000 m² the 696 international
exhibitors presented their products. The ProLight+Sound is not only well
known in Germany. After the successful start of the first fair in St.
Petersburg (Russian Federation) in 2001, the next ProLight+Sound will be in Shanghai
from 15th to 18th October 2003.
More:
http://www.prolight-sound.com
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25) G+B: CeBIT screen dimensions
Screen
dimensions celebrated their successful premiere at the CeBIT 2002. As a
multi-media communication platform screen dimensions will be presenting in
2003 infotainment and brand advertisement at the Deutsche Messe AG. The CeBIT
screen dimensions is a joint project of the Deutsche Messe and Gahrens +
Battermann GmbH. The distribution is done by fair advertising GmbH. Twelve
LED- large screen displays presented a well-balanced program containing
editorial contents and advertisement clips at the CeBIT 2002. The up to 25m²
video displays were placed at the most frequented in- and outdoor locations
of the CeBIT and guaranteed maximum number of viewers. Among the advertising
companies were Deutsche Post, Intel, Microsoft, Datev and Coca Cola. On a
long-term basis screen dimensions will belong to the fixed communication
installations for the Deutsche Messe AG.
More:
http://www.fair-advertising.de
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26) COMM-TEC: Signal Management – professional and cost-effective
 COMM-TEC Gmbh with the product
range COMM-TEC signal management is consistently strengthening their own
product line. The signal distribution devices have an excellent price/
performance ratio, offering professional quality at extremely cost-effective
pricing. Therefore professional operations can be completed even with a small
budget. The matrix switchers come in configurations from 4x2 to 16x16. With a
bandwidth of 250 MHz, Video-, Y/C-, YUV-, VGA-, RGBS-, RGBHV- and audio
signals can be handled easily. The Switchers allow the switching of signals
from various sources to a single projector or monitor. The distribution
amplifiers at a bandwidth of 300 MHz are available in configurations from 1
to 2 up to 1 to 8 in-/ outputs. The COMM-TEC Computer- Video Interfaces work
on a bandwidth of 250 MHz and fit all requirements of VGA-, MAC-, SUN- and
SGO Input Signals. The output signals are RGBS, RGBHV or RGsB. Immediate
availability, short lead times and their renowned technical support team
complete this product line.
More: http://www.comm-tec.de/
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27) TLS SignalManager: No more bad VGA images
TLS
Communication demonstrated yet another new product development: the TLS
SignalManager at the photokina 2002. The TLS SignalManager with a video band
of 500 MHz (-3 dB) is a device for adjusting VGA signals. It can be used
whenever VGA signals and/or horizontal and vertical synchronised impulses
have to be refreshed and strengthened. TLS offers two versions- the
SignalManager 500 and the SignalManager 500 XL. The SignalManager 500 can be
plugged directly into the graphics card of a computer or notebook in order to
refresh the signal for longer distances directly at the source. The
SignalManager 500 XL is used for the variable signal adjustment with longer
lengths of cable. A DIP switch enables a 4-level signal adjustment. Both
projectors have a VGA signal input recognition and a power ON indicator.
More:
http://www.tls-gmbh.com
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28) ict begins the ARD-Show "What happens when...?"
In mid-October the ARD – a German TV station,
presented the new event-quiz “What happens when….?” with Thomas Elstner. Six
opposing candidates will have to guess the end of an extraordinary situation.
For the Saturday evening show, ict installed in the Botta-Dome in the
Europapark Rust a 24 cubes wall (3.6 x 2.5 m), which was given information
from a SWR production team via two Doremis and an ict SplitMachine. The ict
ControlMachine CM 2 and the internal software ControlVision aided the program
control. Furthermore eight 17" touchdisplays were installed for the
candidates so that they could just tip the correct answer.
More: http://www.ict.de/
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29) Matrox/JVC – European Tour: real time-digital
video-editing-seminars
Matrox is
relying entirely on the quality and reliability of JVC equipment during its
large European
Road show. "The
editing of real time digital videos" is the main topic of the events,
which should be as interesting for enthusiastic video fans as well as for
users from the industry as well as for experienced production professionals.
Within the scope of a seminar (free-of-charge) the newest Matrox
Editing-Hardware will be introduced in connection with the Adobe-Software.
Next to classical digital editing, color corrections, chroma- and luma-
keying as well as extended 3D effects will be presented. In addition the
visitors will have the opportunity to closely examine numerous real time
editing, creation solutions and to watch demonstrations as well as discuss
any questions with experts. The Matrox Video Roadshow will be visiting three
German cities during the European tour: 15.Nov´02 in Cologne, 19.Nov´02 in
Berlin and on 22.Nov´02 in Munich.
More: http://www.jvcpro.de und
http://www.matrox.com
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30) EBS: Multimedia classrooms
Trainers,
teachers, lecturers and anyone else who is searching for possibilities to
make their daily work in a computer classroom easier and more efficient will
be happy to hear about the new "videodidact Show" by EBS Euchner
Büro- und Schulsysteme GmbH. The videodidact show supports the basic functions
of real time broadcasting and enables the trainer’s image to be projected on
all the pupils’ monitors simultaneously. The image is transmitted by just
pushing a button on one of the six function buttons (Beamer/Notebook,
Beamer/Trainer, Notebook, Dark, Trainer, Video off). The trainer furthermore
has the opportunity to include a notebook into the videodidact show. A
"Simultaneous Projection" allows the simultaneous presentation of
notebook and the trainer’s PC. A 380 MHz technology permits the transferral
of high-quality image resolutions (1600x1200) in real time. Videodidact Show
is a hardware system and is independent of hard- and software already
installed in the classroom.
More:
http://www.videodidact.de
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31) VisualSports:
VisualBox - feel the atmosphere
The VisualBox
is the core of a completely new experience in the field of fitness, spare
time and wellness. The VisualBox is equipped with a controlling element with
the containing films and the connection kit for the relevant fitness
equipment, for example for a treadmill, ergometer, spinning bike or stepper.
The Box is delivered with seven interactive films, six more will soon be
available and another four are scheduled. In connection with a projector/
plasma screen the user opens an interactive fitness world, in which he/she
determines the speed and can choose the direction. The VisualBox can be
connected to every device with a PAL input (S-video or composite video). New
interfaces are constantly available for different fitness devices. For bikes,
etc. without own “intelligence”, VisualSports offers a universal connection
kit. The target groups for these products are rehabilitation centres, fitness
studios, event organizers and of course also for the individual user, who can
experience the wide world within his/her own four walls at home.
More:
http://www.visualsports.de
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32) Publitec: Beamover with new equipment features
The recent
versions of Beamover 33 (with 3.300 ANSI lumens) and Beamover 40 (with 4.100
ANSI lumens) of the LCD projector from Hagen are equipped with new features.
The reproducible absolute measure system of the zoom also called the focus
function of the projector is realized optically with the help of the
Beamover. This guarantees very precise controlling and repetition of these
functions per DMX. This technology allows projector lenses to be interchanged
in no time at all, so that the Beamover can be operated unproblematically
with wide-angle lenses or the Tele-Zoom lenses. An automatic initialisation
of each of the installed optics saves further adjustments, the change of the
lens is made by Plug & Play. Furthermore in the newest versions both the
trapezoidal distortion as well as the keystone correction via DMX are repeatably
controllable. In addition Publitec is also offering a mechanical
dimmer-/shutter option for all current devices, which can be controlled via a
separate DMX channel. Publitec is happy to announce that because of a
considerable increase in production numbers there will be distinct price
reductions for all Beamover models!
More:
http://www.publi.de
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33) Liesegang: Projectors for conference rooms and schools
The company
Liesegang is becoming more and more successful in the field of multi-media
projectors. With the dv 255 and the dv 455 Liesegang is extending its
Education Segment of their LCD-Projectors. "In schools and universities
multi-media projectors are substituting more and more the classical
overhead-projectors. Liesegang, the company which traditionally equips
institutions, is now offering especially for operations in dark or half-dark
rooms well-designed and light-weight devices (2.7 kg). The dv 255 with 1600
ANSI lumens is with SVGA-resolution optimal for middle-sized seminar and
conference rooms. The dv 455 (XGA) is suitable with its high resolution for
large projection formats as well as for the portrayal of complex pictures.
The projector is mobile and is easy to set-up and use. "It is not
necessary to project from the middle of the room. Thanks to Side Mode, the
projector has a vertical image correction possibility," explained Stefan
Schukat, Sales Manager Germany of Liesegang.
More:
http://www.liesegang.de/
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34) InFocus: ScreenPlay 7200 – An excellent projector
The InFocus
Corporation’s leading position in projection solution was reaffirmed. The
Projector ScreenPlay 7200, the new flagship of Home Entertainment division by
InFocus, was awarded by the Custom Electronic Design & Installation
Association (CEDIA) the title "2002 Manufacturer's Excellence Award for
Best Video Product". The prize winning Home Entertainement device is
equipped with a specially made Carl Zeiss lens and combines the newest
Display Technology Mustang/ HD2 DLP by Texas Instruments with DCDi FLI2300
Video Processing by Faroudja. The new projector sets standards in Home Cinema
and lets moving pictures appear in cinema quality, just as the director had
imagined. InFocus specially developed the ScreenPlay 7200 for enthusiastic
film friends and Home Entertainment-Professionals: the device will be
delivered completely tuned and is user-friendly during installation. Eight
video inputs allow various entertainment media elements such as TV, HDTV and
DVD to be connected.
More:
http://www.infocus.de
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35) Media festival Villingen: Tell a Story –April 4th- 6th 2003
After a
successful premiere of this festival in March 2001, it is only logical to
continue the path of innovative and artistically ambitions. More than 3500
visitors were able to view the audiovisual presentation forms at the first
media festival. The intention of this Festival with the motto “tell a story”
is to create a multi media forum for presenting ideas. The Villinger Media
Festival serves as a gallery for audiovisual elements in which artistic
visions, professional productions and student realizations in the preferred
media are shown. The presentation forms comply with the possibilities of
contemporary multi media evolution and encloses all show media forms, for
example 35 mm film, video, slide- AudioVision, laser, 3D animation,
digital-AV, etc. By January 5th, 2003 all media producers from the
field of film, video and multi media can apply with their productions at this
festival. A jury will judge the projects at the festival and will hand out
prizes worth 7,500 €.
More:
http://www.medienfestival.net/
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36) IC: Plasma-TV’s expanded their home cinema segment by 39% !
The market for
plasma TVs in the so-called home cinema area increased by 39% in the first
quarter, as a new survey by the InterConnection Consulting Group proved. This
segment was dominated by devices, which were between 30 and 34 inches. In
comparison to the first quarter the second quarter increased by 28%. In total
the home cinema sector constituted 62% of the total market. The private
sector is lead by Philips and Panasonic, Sony is at 3rd place. At a
respectable distance Thomson, Samsung and Bang &Olufsen, who could triple
their sales from the first to the second quarter follow. Due to the general
declining price development, the lowest price segment could win some market
share. Approximately 40% of the entire market for plasma screens lies under
the price of 7,000 € for a 42 inch device. Many new Korean manufacturers are
pushing onto the market and are forcing even lower prices. The 300 page
comprehensive text "PLASMA MONITOR IN EUROPA 2002-2" is available
for the price of 4,500 €.
More:
http://www.interconnectionconsulting.com/
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37) Names are news
- The TV System-Electronic
GmbH, Neuffen has
strengthened their field representative personnel. Since October 1st,
2002 Stephan Kaune further strengthens the sales team as a competent
contact person. Mr. Kaune has worked 10 years in the field of presentation-
and media technology. His new area of responsibility will combine customer
service in field service as well as further development of the trade oriented
sales structure. Mr. Kaune is especially responsible for the areas of
videoconference, audio-, video and presentation technology because of his
longstanding experience in this branch and his specialized production
knowledge.
More:
http://www.tvse.de
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- The ict
Innovative Communication Technologies AG, Kohlberg, is announcing a change in the
board: Georg Rössler has left the board and the company in September
of this year. The founders of the company Karl-Wilhelm Beck and Reiner
Lutz will together preside over ict. The previous field of activity of
Georg Rössler will now be taken over by Manfred Dolde, co-founder and
technical leader of ict. The ict AG is developer, manufacturer, service
provider and dealer in the sector of audiovisual presentation and
communication.
More:
http://www.ict.de
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- The ICIA
(International Communications Industries Association) is happy to announce that Kevin
M. Madden, CPA was named as ICIAs
Vice-President of Finance and Administration. Madden will be
responsible for finance and analysis, information systems, human resources
and building operations for ICIA. "We are very glad that we were able to
find someone with the experience and leadership capabilities that we need in
this position" stated ICIAs Executive Director Randal Lemke, PhD.
More:
http://www.infocomm.org
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38) Job Market
- MediaVision is looking for an AV sales
employee (independent/ trade representative) on a commission basis. An
exciting, innovative range of individual products is waiting for you!
eMail: info@media-vision.de
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39) Last Minute / Brief News Items
- HTS:
Remote Control for projector with defined power switch
HTS presented
its second generation of programmable remote control interfaces for large
screen projectors. The connected interface is able to control the different
types of large screen projectors through a RS232 interface. An optional
software update allows a later change of the projectors and the integration
of new large screen projectors. Status and operation reports can be seen on
the clear and lighted LCD Display. The following functions belong to the
basic edition: Source input: PC1, PC2, Video1, Video2, Blank image function,
Power off (intelligent defined power switch). Additional RS232-. I/O-, relay
extension boards with standard programming are also available. The power
supply is guaranteed through an external optional switching power supply. The
remote control interface is available in several versions as the 19” internal
edition and can also be installed into a table, wall or wall cable channel.
More: http://www.hts-fbi.de
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- COMM-TEC/AMX-Modero: new ergonomic Touch Panels
Modero is the
name of the new AMX Touch Panel Series. It opens a new dimension for the
handling of complex technologies as e.g. in a modern conference room. The
modern design and the clever and mature technology make the Modero a
universal interface between man and machine. The graphics and audio
capabilities provide a comfortable control and operations security. The two
versions with 12“ (30,5 cm diagonal) and 15“ (38,1 cm diagonal) will be
available starting in January 2003. Touch Panels are the first products of
the Modero-Series. All of the Modero Touch Panels are conceived for AMX
NetLinx Systems. In times of convergence and media technology it is evident
that the Modero Touch Panels also have an integrated Ethernet interface.
More: http://www.comm-tec.de/
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- MediaDist / Extron CH: new prices for 2002/2003
The new Extron
pricelist for 2002/2003 (valid from the 1st of November 2002 in
Switzerland and Liechtenstein) can now be downloaded. Also from the 1st
of November on, MediaDist AG will be dealing all sales, support and service
activities in Switzerland and Liechtenstein for the American trademark Inline
products. Inline is a leading manufacturer for interfacing, data- and
audiovisual signal management as well as for signal processing and
enhancement. The wide range of CAT-5 Tools round off the shipped product
palette.
More:
http://www.extron.ch/news.htm
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- InFocus: Cooperation contract with Funai Electric
for the production of a projector
InFocus
Corporation, a specialist for digital presentation technologies cooperates in
the fields of product development and manufacturing with Funai Electric, an
international leading manufacturer of Consumer Electronics. Funai wild be
producing a whole series of conference rooms and home cinema projectors for
InFocus. The Japanese company is a world-leading producer of televisions,
Video and DVD players. The cooperation with InFocus includes the production
of projectors in the Funai production offices and the further technical
development of the digital projectors. Some of the benefits of this
cooperation for InFocus are the worldwide availability of the products, the
possibility to use their international distributors and the reduction of
production costs. The first products will be available in China at the end of
this year.
More:
http://www.infocus.de
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- Panasonic Broadcast: EMMY for the Varicam HD-Camcorder
The National
Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) presented the EMMY Award to
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. for the development of the
Cinematography Camcorders AJ- HDC27 Varicam. The prize that is also known as
the “technical Oscar” especially emphasizes the variable frame rate with
progressive picture scan of the Varicam. In comparison to normal film this
technique allows film-like productions with all the benefits of the digital
video technologies for much lower costs. The AJ-HDC27 Varicam is more and
more used for film productions, documentations, commercials and institutional
projects.
More:
http://www.panasonic-broadcast.com
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- AVE
and DVS sign a trade agreement
The companies
AVE Audio Visual Equipment Verhengsten GmbH & Co and DVS Digitale
Videosysteme GmbH signed a trade agreement. Through this cooperation, AVE is
now able to offer uncompressed digital HDTV and SDTV technology for the high
quality film transfer, postproduction and presentation. DVS won a good
partner with tradition and a great experience in the area of high resolution
images. AVE offers fixed installed products as well as rental products and
complete solutions. As a distributor of cameras, converters, projectors,
monitors and appliance parts AVE can now provide the whole HDTV spectrum
starting from the recording up to the playback. AVE ordered two HD Stations
Plus for rental purposes and is therefore able to offer two uncompressed
recording HDTC Servers with each over 60 minutes of memory capability. The
system was already used at the Car Show in Paris.
More:
http://www.avepro.net
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- KAROW TV: Germany / Farör – Performance in its best
quality
All of the
40,000 spectators were of the same opinion when the spotlights in the
AWD-Arena in Hannover went out. It was impressive. What they meant was not
the boring match of the German national soccer team but the 44 m² video
display with the 15mm LED Technology by KAROW TV. Even the responsible people
of the DFB (German Soccer Association) spoke of absolute high quality. In
other stadiums there are normally 35mm technologies used which are not able
to display such high contrast and resolution rates. One thing that even
underlined the high brightness of the display was the fact that it was placed
right above the lowest point of the stadiums edge. Even with bright daylight,
the LED Wall showed a brilliant image. Later when it was dark, the sky formed
a black passepartout that underlined the colours of the display. “Like a huge
television” was the unanimous opinion. Many of the spectators would have
probably preferred to stay at home in front of their own TV- if they would
have been able to assume the end of the match.
More:
http://www.karow-group.de
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- ICIA: ARCHI-TECH AV Award announced for 2003
ICIA
(International Communications Industries Association) and the magazine
ARCHI-TECH announced that from now on applications for the first donation of
the AV-Award 2003 can be handed in. The prize will be handed over every year
and its aim is to award and support excellent designs of AV- Communication
surroundings.
More:
http://www.infocomm.org
and
http://www.architechmag.com
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- BARCO: Daylight Display Technology at the Paris
Motor Show 2002
BARCO is delighted to confirm its position as a worldwide player
concerning “Daylight Displays” once again. The BARCO display technology with
486m² was the most popular provider of solutions for 21 leading car
manufacturers at the motor show 2002 in Paris (25.9 - 10.10.2002). Mainly
used was the iLite6 (the best quality indoor-Display that’s on the market at
the moment) and the dLite 7 (the most used product in big companies). The
BARCO iLite-Displays are available with a viewing angle from 3 to 10 mm. The
dLite, available with a resolution of 7, 10 and 14 mm, is a rugged Display
and therefore the ideal product for events where even people in the last row can
view the high quality image.
More:
http://www.barco.com
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- TDS Promethean: ACTIVote is the most recent
development concerning ACTIVboard
The board is
equipped with a wireless interface. and becomes an insertion medium for small
voting devices. In this way a whole seminar can take votes, take tests or
assessments at the same time. The software ACTIVstudio is extended
adequately, to make the development of questionnaires in the flipchart mode
and the evaluation of the given answers possible. The results are determined
by the software automatically and can be shown, saved or exported into an
excel database, they can be arranged by participants or groups.
More:
http://www.tds-promethean.de/
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- Christie: Two Roadie X10 Projectors at the International
Book Awards
For the second
time at the Munich Cuvilliés Theatre the International Book Prize was
awarded. In total eight German and international authors received CORINE, the
trophy statue for their outstanding literary achievement. Each of these
authors has written books, which were highly praised by critics. Among the
winners were: Paulo Coelho, Waris Dirie and Astrid Lindgren. Christie
installed 2 Roadie X10 for the spectacle so that the audience, even those
sitting in the last row could enjoy the event on stage. The Roadie X10 is a
3-Chip DLP projector with 10,000 ANSI lumens. For this particular event the
projectors were equipped with a special, long focal length lens: 4,0- 7,0:1.
The extremely long focal length allows the projectors to be placed at quite a
distance away from the screen. Yet despite the distance, the projectors
displayed an amazing light performance. The reflective DLP™-technology
enables homogenous images and guarantees a natural color reproduction. The
data was transmitted via a SDI-signal from the outside broadcast unit to the
projectors.
More:
http://www.christiedigital.com/
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- Adtec: Babtist Hospital installs digital broadcast systems
The American
Baptist Hospital recently updated their patient and staff education system.
They replaced tape deck controllers with the Adtec system, which includes
three Soloist 2™ broadcast digital video players and a digital studio
encoder. Adtec is the world’s leading manufacturer of MPEG2-based digital
video players and controllers.
With the Adtec
system it is possible to distribute more efficiently educational programming
to three of the nine channels watched by Baptist patients and staff. The
encoder enables videotaped programming to be converted to a file similar to
that used in DVD players. Once converted, programs can be distributed to the
Soloist2™ for broadcast at a later time. Since the installation of Aztec’s
equipment, updating and reprogramming channel material now takes minutes,
rather than hours or days with tape deck controllers.
More:
http://www.adtecinc.com/
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- Vigatec: completely digital with the help of DUNE-F SDI
Vigatec
presented its new DUNE-F SDI – a complete digital presentation system. A
DVD-Max (based on the DV-747A by Pioneer) was used to transmit material under
the motto TRUE DIGITAL. DUNE-F SDI did the whole de-interlacing and scaling.
The new XGA-Plasma TH-42PHD5EX with DVI Input by Panasonic was used as a
display. To show the compatibility and to make a comparison to analogue
equipment, a YPrPb was installed to show HDTV material.
More: http://www.vigatec.de/
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- Vogel’s: new generation of plasma-display-holders
Vogel’s is the
worldwide leading manufacturer of innovative and high quality supports for
audio and video equipment. Vogel’s Professional sets a new standard for
mounting plasma displays, with a new series of aluminium plasma display
supports. These next generation plasma display supports distinguish
themselves due to their innovative combination of attractive design, use of
aluminium, modular construction and incredible ease of installation. The key
to this new plasma supports is the universal adapter, which can be used for
the horizontal and vertical mounting of practically all brands of plasma
displays. A series of wall and ceiling supports for both single and
double-sided plasma mounting is offering a solution for most situations. With
the separate available Turn & Tilt modules, which fit on any type of
tube, it is very easy to find special solutions for any customer.
Mail:
prof@vogels.com
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