There is no doubt that whenever Dolby has something new to showcase, expectations are high. And for the Cinema Expo 2009, Dolby has once again taken the spotlight with the announcement of its new digital cinema solutions which include the Dolby Screen Server and the CP750 Digital Cinema processor.

“The DSS200, accompanied by the recently introduced CP750 Digital Cinema Processor, reinforces Dolby’s leadership in delivering the latest digital cinema solutions to the industry,” said Ramzi Haidamus, Executive Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby continues to innovate and deliver a wide range of comprehensive and reliable solutions that simplify and ease the digital cinema transition for exhibitors.”

The new DSS200 is the all-in-one platform to store, decode, and deliver pristine movies to a digital cinema projector. With its existing FIPS-certified media block and DCI-compliant server, the DSS200 offers improved storage, serviceability, and interoperability.

On the other hand, the new Dolby CP750 is Dolby’s next-generation audio processor, and extends the company’s commitment to make upgrading both easy and economical in the new digital cinema environment. It seamlessly integrates with preshow servers, alternative content, and digital cinema servers.

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Back in January, we all got a glimpse of the Epson EH-TW5000 at the CEDIA Expo. Today, the 1080p flagship 3LCD projector has been launched, adding another great projector for people who are investing heavily on home cinema experience.

To refresh your memories, the said Epson projector is equipped with Epson’s new D7 panel technology. The projector is touted to showcase a stunning 3LCD image quality with a dynamic contrast ratio of 75,000:1.

Features:

• Home cinema projector ideal for those who desire a premium home cinema experience - Sophisticated and stylish black design
• Full HD 1080p with true high-definition 1920 x 1080p resolution
• Superior image quality with Epson’s 3LCD technology and C²Fine inorganic D7 panel
• Amazing dynamic contrast ratio of 75,000:1 with Epson DeepBlack technology for jet blacks
• High brightness of 1600 ANSI Lumens - Convenient viewing in any light condition with perfect rendering, thanks to the improved Cinema Filter
• HQV video processor to realise clear and sharp motion pictures
• 12-bit video processing, frame interpolation on and 4-4 pull-down for film-like images
• Flexible placement with horizontal/vertical lens shift and 2.1x optical zoom
• Anamorphic wide mode (to use with third party anamorphic lens)
• Connect to a range of input sources including 2 x HDMI version 1.3, YUV and VGA
• x.v. Color mode for vivid color reproduction
• ISF calibration menus for professional calibration
• Included cable cover for stylish and neat ceiling mount installation
• Quiet projection of 22db
• Five year warranty (including Saturday visits) on lamp and projector

The Epson EH-TW5000 carries a suggested retail price of $6,688 and is now available.

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Expect the projector manufacturers to come up with new projectors to go with the times especially since it is the 3D generation. For its part, NEC has launched its latest projector, the NEC NC2500S-A digital cinema projector which allows 3D content to utilize the full 2K resolution of the 1.2” DMD from Texas Instruments using triple flash technology for smooth motion.

The battle today is how to provide the needed resolution required by 3D technology. Fortunately, NEC has taken everything in consideration, providing a better viewing experience for people who put premium in visual entertainment.

“We are pleased that Clearview’s legendary Ziegfeld Theatre will be one of the first theatres to install NEC’s new digital cinema projectors-which will debut in time for the opening of Disney’s latest 3D release, Up,” said Doug Oines, senior vice president and general manager for Clearview Cinemas.

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For the home bound people who want to seem larger visuals for their movies or gaming needs, the Panasonic PT-AX200E is your best bet to make it all happen. It features game mode, which lets video game players experience all the action of their favorite games in ultra-realistic picture quality and in real life size on a large screen.

With a class-leading 2,000-lumen brightness, the Panasonic PT-AX200 LCD projector incorporates Panasonic’s Light Harmonizer 2 - a technology that senses ambient light levels and adjusts the picture accordingly to assure bright, easy-to-see images in all lighting conditions. The new Panasonic home cinema LCD projector is available through Audio/Video and Consumer electronics retailers across Europe.

(Source) Lets Go Digital