Latest Version of Digital Signage Platform Enhances Template Maker Authoring Tool With Content Management, Smart Templates and Objects, and Support for Stunning Graphics and 3-D Effects

MONTREAL — Feb. 4, 2010 — X2O Media, a full-service provider of software, network management, and content services for professional digital signage applications, today announced the latest release of its enterprise digital signage platform, Xpresenter™ 3.0, which combines unprecedented ease of use with the broadcast-quality graphics the company is known for. Version 3.0 includes an overhaul of the Xpresenter Template Maker, the only patented authoring application running inside Microsoft® PowerPoint®, to integrate content management and simple drag-and-drop placement of objects, in addition to support for 3-D objects and animations. Content creation is further simplified with new Microsoft Office add-ins for PowerPoint, Word, and Excel®, making it easier than ever for users to update content. more

Access any eight hi-def sources from one or all eight displays with this new matrix switcher from Gefen.

CHATSWORTH, CA – Connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced the availability of its new 8×8 CrossPoint Matrix for HDMI v1.3. This matrix switcher enables direct connections between high definition sources and displays without networking.

Eight Blu-ray players, gaming systems or set-top boxes using the HDMI format can be switched to any eight displays with the 8×8 CrossPoint Matrix for HDMI v1.3. High definition resolutions up to 1080p full HD are delivered instantly when selected. Plug and play operation and support for the expanded HDMI v1.3 format, including deep color as well as Dolby TrueHD and DTS Master Audio make this a useful addition to any environment using consumer equipment. more

ATLANTA, GA –Digital Projection International (DPI) an Emmy® Award-winning manufacturer of high performance projection systems, announced the first shipments of the VIP 3000 warp and blend solution. DPI’s VIP 3000 is a powerful multi-format switcher with the highest quality image processing, specifically optimized for projection applications. Broadly flexible warp and blend capability, combined with superb image scaling, broadcast grade de-interlacing, outstanding noise reduction and image enhancement technology make the VIP 3000 the most powerful warp-enabled image scaler available. more

ATLANTA, GA – Digital Projection International (DPI) an Emmy® Award-winning manufacturer of high performance projection systems, announced a key sponsorship role in infoComm’s AV Technology Today conference. Held on March 18, 2010 in Washington, DC, the conference will offer commercial AV dealers early access to new audiovisual products and apps, plus hands-on demonstrations conducted by numerous technology manufacturers. more

ATLANTA, GA – Digital Projection International (DPI) an Emmy® Award-winning manufacturer of high performance projection systems, announced the appointment of Mark Stephens as Senior Applications Specialist. With over 18 years of experience in numerous facets of the projection industry, Stephens brings a wealth of knowledge to DP’s already robust applications support team. Stephens has already commenced working directly with DP’s extensive dealer and end user network across the US and more

ATLANTA, GA – Digital Projection International (DPI), an Emmy® Award-winning manufacturer of high performance projection systems was recently chosen as Official Provider of Video Projection for the 2010 Sundance Film Festival.

The Sundance Film Festival is the world’s largest and most influential festival for independent films. This year’s festival is under the guidance of new director John more

With SnapAV’s Holy Snap! Program, 2010 Can Be Both Fun and Profitable for Dealers

SnapAV is so excited about its new Episode® Architectural and Bookshelf Loudspeaker line, that this month it kicked-off a truly mind-blowing dealer incentive promotion! Called Holy Snap! the promotion rewards dealer loyalty with luxuries like sports car leases (Porsche, BMW, Audi), to ownership of motorcycles (Harley Davidson) and Wave Runners, to vacation getaways, to business solutions like computers, truck wraps, website design, and much more. more