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Publisher: CREACT Spain, Editor in chief: Kai Kröger

Tuesday, 07th December 2004

 

 

To the Table of Contents

 

Dear Madam, dear Sir,

 

 

We are very sorry to have to inform you about sad news that is still incomprehensible to us. 

 

 

On October 29th 2004, Wolfgang Schölermann, founder and owner of CRE ACT as well as AVP-Newsletter’s chief editor, passed away.

 

 

With his sudden death we have not only lost the head of our team but also a close friend. 

 

 

We know what was important to him in his business life and are thus now determined to continue on his behalf what we have started to create together.

 

 

We wish his family and especially his daughter Svenja all the possible strength!

 

 

He will always be with us in our thoughts. 

 

 

On behalf of the entire CREACT team,

 

 

Susanne Aschoff and Kai Kröger

 

 

Headlines

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1)   Publitec - new Sanyo projector PLC XP-56

2)   MEDIUM presents the PLUS U4-237 projector

3)   Crossover-projector by ViewSonic

4)   EIKI Professional Line projector LC-X70

5)   Ultra bright power devices by Optoma

6)   Toshiba’s projector bridging - the S80

7)   High-resolution projector at VELTEN

8)   A new midrange device with upper class performance features

9)   Ultra bright BenQ PB8250

10) Epson offers a 3 year free of charge on-site support

11) New at EYE-Q: 51S-II

12) NEC: 4 new plasma TVs

13) Hitachi offers 3 new LCD models

14) Samsung: professional plasma displays up to 63"

15) Luxion: new Panasonic plasmas

16) Extron: Programmable VTG 400

17) Ict presents the new ict TouchMachine UniversAL

18) friendlyway introduced new ultra slim kiosk system

19) 3-in-1: Extron matrix switcher MPX 423 A

20) cinemateq: more sharpness, more picture

21) Projecta – finding the right projection screen

22) HKS Brillant M – demanding and mobile framed projection screen

23) WOLFVISION showcases extremely high resolution Visualizer

24) Avaya- and Polycom initiative

25) Polycom PVX and WebOffice 7.0

26) Cabletime: MediaStar at the United Nations

27) New giant AIRSCREEN

28) CT with highlights on autumn exhibitions

29) PSP: Additional- and complete solutions

30) Large order for AVE

31) System Technologies BVBA: successful performance

32) Integrated Systems Europe 2005

33) Successful bmco project

34) Legamaster Dynamic Show

35) ISCO has signed a sales contract with Cinecom AG

 

alphabetischer Firmenindex:

AIRSCREEN (27), Avaya (24), AVE (30), BenQ (9), bmco (33), cabletime (26), cinemateq (20), CT (28), Eiki (4), Epson (10), Extron (16) (19), EyeQ (11), friendlyway (18), Hitachi DMG (13), HKS (22), ICT (17), ISCO (35), ISE ( 32), Legamaster (34), Luxion (15), Medium (2), NEC (12), Optoma(5), Polycom (24) (25), Projecta (21), PSP (29), Publitec (1), Samsung (14), Sharp (8), System Technologies bvba ( 31), Toshiba (6), Velten (7), Viewsonic (3), Wolfvision (23)

1)     Publitec - new Sanyo projector PLC XP-56

Featuring 5000 ANSI lumens, 8.7 kilos and a size of 32 x 17 x 47 cm the new Sanyo PLC XP-56 LCD projector easily combines mobility and professional presentation. Its additional equipment makes the XP-56 a „race-runner“ in rental applications at medium large events. Thanks to a tool less lens mount all 5 available lenses can be exchanged quickly without using any extra tools. A motorized lens shift in combination with horizontal and vertical keystone correction even allows for montage in unusual projection environments. Included in delivery is a secure projector remote control via cable connection (up to 100 meters) and various serial signalling connections: 1 x DVI, 1 x VGA, 1 x RGBHV (5 x BNC), 1 x YUV (3 x BNC), 1 x S-Video, 1 x composite-video.

More: http://www.publitec.tv

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2)     MEDIUM presents the PLUS U4-237 projector

Only 1.6 kilos in weight, just 5.3 cm high and 2000 ANSI lumens – these are the stunning features presented by the new PLUS XGA projector making it one of the brightest projectors in its class. The U4-237 has excellent brightness uniformity, sharpness and homogenous representation. The high contrast ratio of 2000:1 makes it the ideal projector for all kinds of video applications. With 34 dB in eco mode the projector stays pleasantly silent during presentations. In addition, the U4-237 consists of a DVI-I input allowing for perfect PC images and a component input in order to connect DVD players. The U4-237 has a PC card slot enabling wireless LAN presentations (802.11b standard) and projector control via web browser. The PC card slot allows for PC free presentations. Thanks to the PC card slot image files can be presented in jpg, bmp or tiff format. Additionally, Power Point presentations can be shown directly. MEDIUM has taken over exclusive distribution of PLUS projectors in Germany.

More: http://www.medium.de

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3)     Crossover-projector by ViewSonic

The new ViewSonic PJ502 projector has been especially developed for crossover usage. Ideally, this model can be used in everyday business as well as in large format home entertainment. With only 2.4 kilos in weight this model only requires a space in the size of DIN A4. With an optimum resolution of 800 x 600 pixels (SVGA), a contrast ratio of 400:1 and a stunning brightness of 1600 ANSI lumens the PJ502 produces images up to a size of 7.6 meters. Thanks to progressive scan technology and noise reduction pictures are presented flicker free. Despite of a powerful performance the PJ502 stays very silent in 29 dB whisper mode. Apart from PC and notebook connections the projector also consists of S-video-, component- and composite-inputs. Furthermore, it can even support HDTV signals. The life span of the integrated 163-Watt lamp can reach up to 4000 hours in whisper mode.

More: http://www.viewsoniceurope.co.uk

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4)     EIKI Professional Line projector LC-X70

The new EIKI Professional Line projector LC-X70 is a LCD data/-video projector for professional applications or fixed installations in large conference rooms. The LC-X70 is characterized by a brightness of 5000 ANSI lumens and a contrast ratio of 1200:1. Thanks to its vertical lens shift function and digital keystone correction the projector is very flexible as towards positioning. The LC-X70 will be delivered with a high-quality standard lens; four different lenses are available optionally. Excellent image quality is this projector’s special characteristic. The image quality is achieved by innovative functions like auto brightness and a colour management system. The LC-X70 consists of three different lamp modes. The projector can be connected to a TCP/IP network via an optional NPC-1 interface. Finally, there are clever presentation tools like individual logo insertion, picture freeze and picture mute.

More: http://www.eiki.com

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5)     Ultra bright power devices by Optoma

Optoma Europe Ltd. introduced their latest DLP digital projectors EP758 and EP759 to the market. They are ultra bright power devices in the installation class. They offer an almost noise-free performance in a portable device weighing less than 3.5 kilos. The Optoma projectors are ideal for applications in conference and lecture rooms or for business and movie presentations. Both XGA projectors work with latest DDR Digital Light Processing technology achieving excellent brightness of up to 3500 ANSI lumens (EP759). Thanks to a super contrast ratio of 2000:1 realistic colours as well as pin sharp, bright images can be projected. Featuring a unique, patented tunnel cooling system both the EP758 and the EP759 are whisper silent at only 28 dB. Both come with an infrared remote control including PC mouse, mouse wheel and a laser pointer. A wide-angle lens for applications in smaller rooms is available optionally.

More: http://www.optomaeurope.com

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6)     Toshiba’s projector bridging - the S80

Toshiba Projection & Display Technology (PDT) introduced an all-purpose DLP projector, the S80, to the market which combines home cinema and business demands in one device. It is equipped with SVGA resolution, thanks to DLP technology achieves a high contrast ratio of 2000:1 and offers high brightness of 2000 ANSI lumens. Thus, the S80 guarantees excellent image quality – even in medium dark rooms. In addition, the Natural Color Enhancer (NCE) developed by Toshiba is able to correct different colour temperatures typically found in former DLP projectors into a more realistic image. There are three colour modes that can be chosen from. The projector’s 2.8 kilos make it a lightweight that can be taken along easily on trips. A silent fan noise positively supports any presentation and allows for a perfect home cinema event especially with the possibility to switch image formats (4:3 and 16:9).

More: http://www.toshiba.de/projectors

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7)     High-resolution projector at VELTEN

The event organiser now profits from High-Definition video (HD) that allows for projecting highly emotional videos in cinema quality onto screen. Featuring approx. 2 million pixels the resolution achieves 16mm film production level. This is five times higher than the formerly used standard definition. The VELTEN GmbH now has the new BARCO high-resolution SLM R12+ projector in their rental park. The projector consists of a physical resolution of 1450 x 1050 pixels at a high brightness of 11,500 ANSI lumens. High-resolution data projection and high-end video applications are the most important fields of application for the R12+. Several extra functions like the integrated seamless switcher or the picture-in-picture function make this compact DLP-projector an attractive device even in standard applications.

More: http://www.velten.tv

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8)     A new midrange device with upper class performance features

The new midrange model by Sharp offers pure presentation fun. Even under severe presentation conditions bright 2500 ANSI lumens and a contrast ratio of 1000:1 guarantee active security. In addition, several extras like Natural Colour, password security and automatic vertical keystone correction provide special comfort. The PG-MB60X offers excellent presentation in all situations - whether an in-house presentation or an external meeting.

More: http://www.sharp-eu.com

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9)     Ultra bright BenQ PB8250

BenQ Germany recently expanded their projector portfolio in the business segment by the BenQ PB8250. The new beamer is ultra bright – the brightest device in the product portfolio so far. The projector offers 3000 ANSI lumens and presents pin sharp pictures even in bright rooms. Thanks to DLP technology the projector achieves a high contrast ratio of 2000:1. The XGA resolution enables excellent data representation. Next to its technical features the BenQ PB8250 offers maximum flexibility thanks to numerous connections: Various data sources can be connected via RGB-, 2 video inputs (RCA and S-video) as well as DVI input. Two audio inputs (2 x RCA) allow for acoustics along with the presentation. An additional RGB output is available. BenQ is one of the leading supplier of lifestyle IT products.

More: http://www.BenQ-eu.com

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10)  Epson offers a 3 year free of charge on-site support

Epson projectors now come with an additional free of charge service. From now on, Epson offers a free of charge three year on-site support on all newly purchased business data- and video projectors that have been on the German market since the beginning of April 2004. Excellent technical features, rugged design, reliable performance and long life span characterize Epson projectors. In case any problems occur Epson customers can now rely on a 36-month on-site support without paying a cent for it. It’s a plus in security that is valid henceforth in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

More: http://www.epson.de

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11)  New at EYE-Q: 51S-II

The german Monitor supplier EYE-Q Display Technology has now extended their S-model series product portfolio by the EYE-Q 51S-II. This 21.3“ LCD monitor consists of a high quality dual-domain-IPS panel offering perfect image quality especially for graphic, CAD and office applications. The 51S-II has an analogue and a digital DVI video input. A display controller offers the possibility to manually adjust RGB levels via on-screen menu. Thanks to a picture diagonal of 54 cm and a resolution of 1600 x 1200 pixels the monitor offers excellent images. The viewing angles are 170° horizontal and vertical. The EYE-Q 51S-II has a contrast ratio of 400:1, the display’s brightness lies at 250 cd/qm. It can represent 16.7 million colours. EYE-Q offers a three-year warranty including on-site replacement service (only in Germany and Switzerland).

More: http://www.EYE-Q.de

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12)  NEC: 4 new plasma TVs

The four new NEC plasma TVs 61XR3, 50XR4, 42XR3 and 42VR5 represent a perfect plasma TV home entertainment series. The displays are especially characterized by a 20% higher brightness, a 55% better contrast and a 10% higher energy saving level. The 50XR4 has a 45% enhancement in contrast. Gamma correction works over a bandwidth of 4096 grey scales that is 68.7 billion colours. For the first time, the plasma TV panel running time could be enhanced up to 60,000 hours. A TV tuner to be integrated on the rear side allows for receiving TV via cable or terrestrial. Thanks to various connection possibilities, 16:9 picture format and several audio inputs these plasma TVs offer outstanding performance and flexibility even for home cinema enthusiasts. They support digital image standard via digital interface (DVI). All models are now available at local distributors.

More: http://www.de.nec.de/home.php/lang/ENG

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13)  Hitachi offers 3 new LCD models

The new projector series from the Hitachi Digital Media Group (DMG) is especially dedicated to professional applications. Apart from a new design Hitachi has also optimised internal features such as brightness, noise level and connection possibilities. The three new portable LCD projector models dedicated to the business segment are named CP-X345 (XGA), CP-X340 (XGA) and CP-S335 (SVGA). They only weigh 2.5 kilos. The X340 achieves a brightness of 1500 ANSI lumens and a contrast ratio of 400:1. Its motion adaptive progressive scan technology realises flicker-free high quality video pictures. It consists of two RGB inputs and a USB mouse port allowing for easy and fast control. The RS232 interface controls the projector in ceiling applications. The other two models profit from the same enhanced performances as found in the CP-X340, however, these projectors achieve an even higher brightness level of 2000 ANSI lumens. The new LCD projection series replaces the models CP-X275, CP-S318 and CP-X328. The new Hitachi’s are already available at local distributors.

More: http://www.hitachidigitalmedia.com

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14)  Samsung: professional plasma displays up to 63"

The new professional Samsung plasma displays take business activities to a higher level. There are three different formats starting from 42" via 50" up to 63". All Samsung plasma displays can be used for pivot applications and are equipped with video wall functions – the ideal feature for dynamic XXL video walls. Thanks to Samsung’s DNIe™ technology detailed and natural images as well as graphics can be realized. The integrated image enhancement processor allows for video split in multi monitor walls (2x2 or 3x3, 4x4, 5x1 and 1x5). Thus, several plasma displays can be installed in video wall formation. Every single display only shows a part of the entirely projected image. The integrated RS232C interface enables simultaneous control of several plasma displays in different locations from just one PC source – it’s all very easy thanks to MDC software.

More: http://www.samsung.com

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15)  Luxion: new Panasonic plasmas

The new Panasonic 7 plasma series (37“ up to 65“) is characterized by higher brightness illumination (up to 930 cd/qm) and enhanced contrast (up to 4.000:1) at a colour bandwidth of 3.62 million colours. Thanks to a flexible slot-in system these 16:9 plasma displays can be individually set up using connection boards (as conference room solution, POS-/POI-application, interactive touch panel etc.). Prices and further information about the 7 plasma display series are available at the Luxion GmbH.

More: http://www.luxion.de

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16)  Extron: Programmable VTG 400

Extron Electronics has introduced the VTG 400, an advanced, programmable, and upgradeable Video and Audio Test Generator. The VTG 400 is a broadcast-quality reference tool for set-up, performance evaluation, system calibration, and troubleshooting of video and audio systems. An innovative and groundbreaking feature of the VTG 400 is Scope-Trigger™. Scope-Trigger expedites analysis of a specific area within the video image when used with an oscilloscope. The VTG 400 offers 34 video test patterns, several with adjustable levels, and seven audio test reference signals with selectable frequencies and output levels. A total of 97 factory scan rates are available for high resolution computer-video, HDTV, 16:9, plasma, and RGB, as well as standard definition component video, S-video, and composite video. SDI/HDSDI output is available with the VTG 400D. Versatile and lightweight, the VTG 400 is appropriate for field or bench testing, or permanent installation in integrated A/V systems.

More: http://www.extron.com

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17)  Ict presents the new ict TouchMachine UniversAL

As an internationally active system house for audio visual information and presentation technology, ict AG have been depending on their own products as part of a wide ranging product portfolio for 16 years now. To cope with the market demand, ict AG developed the TouchMachine UniversAL, which is distinguished by the use of PC standard components and flexible display sizes (15”, 17” and 19” LC Displays). In this way, the customer receives a modular terminal, which is always equipped with up-to-date PC components. Looking at it from the design point of view, the new TouchMachine UniversAL is just as attractive as the previous model. Characterized by a purist, high grade exterior and minimum dimensions, the TouchMachine UniversAL fits into almost every environment. The attractive stainless steel and aluminium combination of the terminal housing together with the reliable touch screen technology for the display makes this new development a professional multimedia terminal. Due to its inclinable display, the terminal guarantees comfortable operation, especially for handicapped persons. Customer specific equipment and design variations, e.g. enamelling in RAL colours or specific Corporate Identity colours, or extra functions via the addition of an Internet keyboard are only some of the options which can be customized to meet the client’s requirements.

More: http://www.ict.de

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18)  friendlyway introduced new ultra slim kiosk system

friendlyway has introduced a new generation of public information kiosk systems which have PC technology integrated in the display. The ultra slim kiosk systems have been designed especially for applications in digital entrance, electronic information and digital visitor guidance. The flat systems include high performance, fan-free Pentium M processors. Thus, contents can be combined with demanding video- or animation media. The displays are available in the sizes 8“, 4“, 12“, 17“, 21“, 30“ and 40“. Housing fronts are available in elegant black glass or anodised aluminium. The „friendlyway composer“ software serves as media control tool. The "virtual porter" software guarantees visitors the possibility to check in at any time on-location. The systems are now available at friendlyway dealers in Europe.

More: http://www.friendlyway.de/com

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19)  3-in-1: Extron matrix switcher MPX 423 A

Extron Electronics introduced the Extron MPX 423 A, a multi-format media presentation matrix switcher that combines three independent 4x2 matrix switchers for VGA, composite video and S-video in a single enclosure. It also functions as a 12x2 matrix switcher for stereo audio. Compact and cost-effective, the MPX 423 A can expand the input capabilities of a typical LCD or DLP projector, while providing a second set of outputs for a local preview monitor, or a second presentation display. This integrator-friendly matrix switcher is ideal for a variety of small-scale applications including classrooms, training and conference facilities. Other features on the MPX 423 A include speed-sensitive volume control, Digital Sync Validation Processing, and RGB mute. Control of the MPX 423 A is provided via the front panel, RS-232, or IP Link™ technology. IP Link enables the MPX 423 A to be monitored and accessed from any computer connected to a Local Area Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN), or the Internet.

More: http://www.extron.com

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20)  cinemateq: more sharpness, more picture

The new control software for all picture optimizer plus device generations has been updated (version 3.30) and can be loaded to the devices as usual via the RS-232 interface. There are several new features & functions: With the function “Video Norm“ the video standard recognition on the input side can either be set to AUTO (used to be the standard setting in former versions) but also fixed to PAL and/or NTSC. By predefining the setting (e.g. PAL) there is no longer any picture interception when there is a short interruption of the video source’s signal. The brightness, contrast and colour saturation adjustment was fundamentally revised. All three parameters act jointly now, i.e. if changing one of the values a readjustment of the other two values is no longer necessary. The cut-off on the input signal side of the picture optimizer plus has been completely eliminated. It now processes PAL/NTSC input signals with a maximum of 720 x 575 (PAL) and/or 720 x 480 pixels (NTSC), provided that the video source (DVD player) delivers an “uncut” signal. The new version 3.30 is now online and can be downloaded in the support centre.

More: http://www.cinemateq.com

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21)  Projecta – finding the right projection screen