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Offering you the choice of two latest projectors, NEC Japan recently rolled out its newest NP200J and NP100J Projectors based on Veneer DLP^®system. These projectors are designed for boardrooms, lecture rooms, offices and education market. They deliver superior performance in low cost.

While the NP200J features a resolution XGA (1,024×768), 1300: 1 contrast ratio, and brightness 2100 lumina, the NP100J offers SVGA (800×600) resolution, contrast ratio 1200: 1 and 2000 lumina brightness. These 0.55 Type projectors reproduce Full color (1677 ten thousand colors).

They are accompanied by Remote control, lens cap and RGB signal cable, power cord/code, instruction manual, guarantee and view light/write club application. In eco mode the projectors have a lamp life of 4000 hours.

Via: NEC

AlphaScan has recently released J5510DS Monitor in the Korea market. This 22 inch Monitor in piano black color offers contrast ratio of 4000: 1, speed of response 5ms, and aspect ratio 16:10 or 4:3. It is equipped with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection). No information on price and availability yet.

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If you have postponed your decision to buy a Media Solution due to small house, here comes Fuze Media System’s entry-level whole-home media solution. A one-box solution specifically designed for apartments, condominiums and vacation houses.

Bob Silver, VP of Sales & Marketing at FUZE, explained that “the industry is hungry for a cost-sensitive whole-home media solution with FUZE reliability, ease-of-use, and performance. Without sacrificing reliability or performance, this solution is perfectly suited for smaller homes and apartments. We’re excited that we’ve been able to deliver a whole-home media system, in a smaller form factor, with identical performance to our flagship FUZE Media System.”

This easy-to-use and reliable home solution is perfectly fit for houses with 2-3 television sets. It stores, distributes and manages the home entertainment efficiently and with reliability. Record movie, music, photos and what not with this Mini Edition home entertainment solution.

The 2 video, 4 audio zones and 3rd optional video zone makes it more usable. The sever boasts features like 4GB memory, 2.2GHz processor and 750GB storage which explain its functionality. Go and get it home in second quarter of 2008 and the price easily suits your pocket.

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Toshiba Display Systems has joined hands with Magnetic Media Holdings Inc. to engulf 3D solution in their digital signage products. Toshiba will exhibit its Enabl3D technology in 32”, 42” & 47” monitors during Infocomm Convention (www.infocomm.org) June 18th - 21st at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Users can now watch 2D and 3D video content without using 3D glasses.

“We are very excited to have joined Magnetic’s Enabl3D™ Partner Program and look forward to the huge market opportunity that this has opened up for Toshiba virtually overnight. Having Magnetic handle the development of 3D enabling our displays was a logical and cost efficient choice for Toshiba. Had we attempted to develop our own 3D solution, it would have taken a tremendous effort in terms of R&D and the dedication of a significant amount of resources,” said Brett Armstrong, National Sales Manager, Toshiba Display Systems.

Enjoy 2D and 3D content on a single monitor using split screen templates at the same time. A cutting edge solution for professionals in digital advertising medium, this conjunction has come as a boon as they can now go ahead with their creativities now.

The 3D revolution is a boon to hardware and software manufacturers and they can prepare themselves for visual format after HD. And we know that you cannot wait for 3DTV content to enter your home.

Via: Press

Hitachi Home Electronics America Inc., has recently announced the launch of its three new LCD projectors viz. the CP-X201, CP-X301 and CP-X401. All these models come with a new 2,000-hour filter to offer a lower total cost of ownership to schools in K-12 and higher education.

These three models of Hitachi vary in brightness with CP-X201 2,200 lumens, CP-X301 2,600 lumens and CP-X401 3,000 lumens. However, they are same by weight with just 7.7 pounds each. Hitachi’s CP-X201, CP-X301 and CP-X401 feature 7 Watts of built-in audio to eliminate the need for any external speaker.

“The introductions of the CP-X201, CP-X301 and CP-X401 address the education market’s need for enhanced reliability, performance and security,” said Ray Soltys, Director of Sales, Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc., Business Group. “These three new models, which provide different levels of brightness and cost, also demonstrate Hitachi’s commitment to providing solutions to meet a variety of demands.”

Out of the three models, CP-X201 and CP-X301 offer longer lamp life of up to 3,000 hours in standard mode and 4,000 hours in whisper mode. With all these new models, you get a remote control featuring a My Source/ Doc Camera button to allow you to directly choose an input source or document camera.

Featuring a Transition Detector, MyScreen Lock and PIN Lock functions, CP-X201, CP-X301 and CP-X401 projectors will soon be available in the market.

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Recently, Dreamer, a Korean-based leader in developing interactive TV-related platforms, announced that it has opened an office in Burbank, CA to serve Hollywood-based customers in a better way with its patented BIDDLE technology. Dreamer also intends to allow continuous update of interactive and customized content to consumers’ TV screens.

Dreamer’s BIDDLE technology has been designed to make it possible for content creators and distributors to deliver customized, interactive programming and services directly to the consumer’s living room TVs through a networked Blu-ray Disc player or a PlayStation 3 gaming console.

"BIDDLE technology is the only BD-Live solution available that allows content providers to continually update and add new applications and services that consumers can access via the same Blu-ray disc, even years after the disc has been released," said Jim Braun, CEO, Namsung America, an exclusive sales and marketing agent for the BIDDLE technology in North America.

Featuring BIDDLE technology, Dreamer has shown that the possibilities for interactive content and services including video/ audio on demand, product catalogs, social networking, advertising, web portals and e-commerce are virtually endless. All these and more can be personalized by region wise using specific players.

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Pioneer Electronics Inc. proudly announced a new line of KURO plasma displays recently in USA. Known to offer HDTV perfection, Pioneer has developed this new series with all the advanced features to create a mind-blowing entertainment experience. These new models of Pioneer incorporate the advanced SRS WOW HD technology for a finer control and adjustment of audio frequencies.

Pioneer’s new line of 2008 KURO televisions comes with enhanced features like networked home media gallery for playback of digital assets like HD movies, music and photos from a PC or via USB. These KURO televisions are DLNA and Windows PlaysForSure compatible.

“Our goal is to listen and fully understand the minds of creative professionals and their craft. When great entertainment comes together something truly magical happens, the boundaries of technology fall away, and you’re left with a truly unique experience. This is the hidden key to the power that KURO possesses and ensures the integrity of the artist’s vision is never compromised.” said Paul Meyhoefer, vice president of display marketing and product planning, home entertainment business solutions group, Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc.

The new line of KURO televisions of Pioneer is just 3.7 inches thick. With all the models of this new line, you get a new remote control that has been specially redesigned with high definition graphic user interface for ease-of-use and seamless integration with other A/V equipments.

Pioneer PDP-5020FD and PDP-6020FD models are expected to arrive in the market in June 2008 at the suggested price of $ 4000 and $ 5500 respectively. Both these television models from Pioneer will come with a full one-year warranty.

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Panasonic recently launched Blu-ray disc player DMP-BD50 3G with 1080p resolution and BD-Live function. Connect it to internet using BD-Live and download images, subtitles etc.

“Panasonic was the first to bring a Blu-ray player with Bonus View (Final Standard Profile 1.1) to market and now with the DMP-BD50 we are again leading the industry with the inclusion of BD-Live,” said Paul Sabo, Panasonic, National Marketing Manager Entertainment Group.

Featuring DTS-HD Master Audio, lossless Dolby® TrueHD and Picture-in-Picture Applications, the player is one versatile device of its kind. Based on VIERA Link, one can operate VIERA Link equipped home theater components with one remote. Enjoy sharp and crisp images, thanks to P⁴HD i/p conversion processor and PHL Reference Chroma processor.

Connect Panasonic DMP-BD50 3G Player to 7.1 channel amplifier and enjoy 7.1channel surround sound. Transfer pictures from digital camera or camcorder through SD memory card and watch them on HD flat panel TV at 1920 x 1080 resolution. Get home the amazing piece for $699.95.

Via: Panasonic

Canton revitalized its existing Karat family of loudspeakers with 6 new speakers. A wonderful blend of style and sound, the speakers feature updated crossovers and drivers. Their refined cabinets come with high gloss finish. The new line consists of Karat 795 DC, 790 DC, 770 DC, 755 DC, 730 DC and 720.

"The Karat is a modern blending of performance and style," said Paul Madsen, president of Canton USA. "Designed with the same attention to performance as our other high-end lines, these are the perfect speakers for bold, modern décors. The narrow front baffle and deep side panels allow for the use of a large woofer for deep bass performance while maintaining precise imaging in the upper registers to minimize diffraction effects.”

The range consists of 2-1/2-way center channel speaker, 2-way bookshelf speaker, 3-way bookshelf speaker with side woofer and 3 slender 3-1/2-way floor-standing loudspeakers with large side-mounted woofers. Canon’s Karat line up is the result of improvement in crossovers, transducers and internal cabinet resulting in low distortion and enhanced dispersion characteristics.

While the 1” aluminum manganese tweeter offers surprising accuracy, the dome/voice coil former provides efficient heat sink. The price ranges from $600 to $2,400 per speaker available in graphite or silver lacquer finish with 15% surcharge on optional high-gloss white- or black lacquer finish.

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Pioneer Electronics is proud to launch four A/V receivers based on Revolutionary Amplifier Technology. The new line up of receivers includes models Elite SC-07, SC-05, VSX-03TXH and VSX-01TXH. Combine these AV Receivers with Blu-ray Disc players and 2008 KURO displays to get amazing sound and video quality.

“Our flagship A/V receiver, the Susano, represents the pinnacle of high-end design and engineering in home theater equipment. We are now delivering that premium experience into our core line of Elite A/V receivers,” said David Bales, audio marketing manager for the home entertainment division of Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc.

The SC-05 and SC-07 called as “Susano” engulf in it Direct Energy HD Amplifier to deliver unmatched multi-channel power output and efficiency. Based on sound-tuning technology, the receivers lets you enjoy 3-dimensional aural experience. You will be amazed to know that there is no virtually wasted energy with very low distortion. Boasting Home Media Gallery, they also offer you option to select and playback music imaged from USB drive or PC drive.

You can experience high definition surround sound with high efficiency using Elite VSX-03TXH and VSX-01TXH. They feature 1080p resolution and support for DTS-HD High Resolution, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio sound format. For more information, please logon to www.pioneerelectronics.com and get to know the prices.

Via:Press