ERLANGER, KY, September 3, 2008—AV Toolbox has added two inexpensive, compact conversion products the AVT-3310 Video Scaler and AVT-3155 Down Converter. The AVT-3310 allows you to view Composite Video and S-Video in high resolution on a PC Monitor while the AVT-3155 converts computer signals to standard analog video. Both units are available for immediate shipment. more

IRVINE, Calif., September 3, 2008 — Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America’s Presentation Products Division, known for award-winning, high-quality, high-definition presentation and display products, introduced the HD8000, its first ultra-bright 1080p HD projector designed for more exposed, brighter home theater environments. more

IRVINE, Calif., September 4, 2008 — Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America’s Presentation Products Division, known for award-winning, high-quality, high-definition presentation and display products, today introduced its Diamond Series of projectors designed for the finest high-definition home theater environments. Mitsubishi’s new channel strategy for its 1080p HC7000U and HC6500U premium projectors signifies the quality and value of its products for end-users and profitability for its loyal channel partners. These new projectors are available exclusively through custom home theater systems integration and high-end retail channels. more

CERRITOS, Calif., September 3, 2008 — Elite Screens, Inc. an innovative company that specializes in affordable high quality projector screens, today announced its StarBright ultra high 15-gain material in a wide range of its best-selling projector screens. Using an advanced High Contrast Filter surface coating, StarBright absorbs ambient light while boosting black levels. more

CERRITOS, Calif., September 3, 2008 — Elite Screens, Inc., an innovative company that specializes in affordable high quality projector screens, today announced its Raptor projection screen, a premium grade electric floor-rising screen that conceals itself in a functional furniture cabinet. Elite’s Raptor is an elegant choice when wall or ceiling projection screen installations are not practical.

“Raptor is a premium grade powered projection screen that fulfills a role in AV integration that has not previously received the consideration it deserves,� said David Rodgers, marketing manager, Elite Screens, Inc. “It is ideal for hidden theater environments or executive conference rooms. With the touch of a button, both screen and projector appear like magic.� more

Scottsdale, Ariz., Aug. 28, 2008 – NuVision® U.S. Inc., a Scottsdale, Ariz.-based manufacturer of high performance 1080p Deep Blackâ„¢ LCD displays, is proud to announce it will showcase its new MultiView NCMVIR46 High-Definition Amplified Cat-5 Distribution and Control System at the 2008 CEDIA Expo, held in Denver from Sept. 4-7 at the Colorado Convention Center, booth 950. The NCMVIR46 is a six zone, four high-definition source amplified distribution, matrix, and control system scheduled to ship Q1 ‘09. more

CARSON CITY, Nev., August 28, 2008 — Wisdom Audio (www.wisdomaudio.com), the leader in planar magnetic technologies, is proud to announce that it will debut its new L150i reference line source in-wall speaker system at the 2008 CEDIA Expo, held in Denver from Sept. 4-7 at the Colorado Convention Center, booth SR-16. The L150i is the tallest line source within the new award-nominated Sage Series. more

DENVER, CO – Auralex Acoustics, Inc., the industry leader in innovative sound control solutions, will participate in the debut of CEDIA’s Learning Lab concept by outfitting one of the show’s three labs with Auralex’s freestanding ProGobo acoustical products.

The Home Theater Audio Calibration Learning Lab will house a full home theater system, where students will perform a comprehensive 5.1 audio set up and calibration exercise. Students will go through a typical step-by-step verification and calibration process, including level balance and equalization. Auralex’s ProGobos are extremely adaptable to any room environment and will help to create a more useable and balanced space to demonstrate these calibration techniques. more

STEVENSVILLE, Md. Aug. 26, 2008 — Centronics, Inc. (centronics.com), a leading distributor of audio, video, and accessory products for the security, commercial, and residential markets since 1959, is proud to announce the launch of its new EHD-branded HCCX powered HDMI repeater. The HCCX powered HDMI repeater can transmit a 1080p signal up to 30 meters and works with all HDMI as well as DVI specifications. The HCCX is now available with an MSRP of $79.95. more

Digital connectivity solutions provider Gefen Inc. is pleased to announce that its consumer-focused Home Theater Scaler Pro snagged recognition as one of the year’s most innovative products by the editors of Electronic House magazine. The awards program proactively seeks out newly available and soon to be released products boasting noteworthy technological achievements and extraordinary features for today’s connected home. more