Sparta, N.J., (March 31, 2008) – RTcom USA Inc., provider of digital connectivity solutions for professional and consumer audio-visual and personal computer systems, today announced the HS-66M and HS-88M – the industry’s first high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) matrix routers with 6-in 6-out and 8-in 8-out ports, respectively. Also new from RTcom USA is the DS-66HM, a high-performance digital video interface (DVI) router with 6-in-6 out ports. All three new Matrix Routers from RTcom USA feature full HDCP (High bandwidth Digital Content Protection) compliance, giving users the ability to transmit high-definition audio and video signals to as many as eight displays. more

Da-Lite Screen Company revolutionizes 3D projection with the introduction of its new 3D Virtual Black™ projection screen material designed exclusively for 3D rear screen applications. Specifically designed and dedicated as the first rear screen 3D projection fabric in the industry, 3D Virtual Black™ features breakthrough polarization preserving properties engineered by Da-Lite Screen Company’s research chemists. more

The following information is courtesy of the 2007 CEDIA Electronic Lifestyles Designers’ Choice Awards. For more information on how to become a member of CEDIA, or information on its awards program please visit www.cedia.org or call (800) 669-5329.

2007 CEDIA Electronic Lifestyles Awards Entry: Best Large Home Theater, Level III: $120,000 – $143,000

The space allocated for this home theater in the basement of a new-construction residence was somewhat limited. Fortunately, there was just enough room for the equipment and a few chairs to comfortably seat the homeowners and their grandchildren. The homeowners’ primary audio requirement was that the room be designed so that one could hear the softest of sounds of a movie soundtrack without having to turn the volume up too high. However if they were in the mood to play it loud, it had to have the muscle of a high performance system. more

Jerusalem, Israel (May 16th, 2008) – Minicom Advanced Systems, a digital signage expert in player-to-screen connectivity, is unveiling the PowerOnCableâ„¢ power solution at this years InfoComm in Las Vegas, Nevada June 17-20, 2008 To visit the suite, or see us on the show floor, please schedule an appointment here – Private Audiences with Guru Haar more

Sparta, N.J., (March 24, 2008) – RTcom USA Inc., provider of digital connectivity solutions for professional and consumer audio-visual and personal computer systems, today announced two revolutionary fiber optic and Category 5e/6 (CAT-5e, CAT-6) cable systems for the extension of high-definition video and audio signals. With HDCP compliant modules for both DVI and HDMI, the fiber optic and CAT-5e/6 cable systems provide complete solutions for medium and long distance high-definition content delivery. more

Sparta, N.J., (April 14, 2008) – RTcom USA Inc., provider of digital connectivity solutions for professional and consumer audio-visual and personal computer systems, announced the innovation of the world’s first Expandable Digital Matrix Router – EDM-1818M. The new router simultaneously supports multiple digital video formats, allowing integrators to use a single device for all digital signal types instead of a separate matrix switcher for each signal type. more

Hayward, Calif. — May 14, 2008 — PANORAMAdtv, the video products division of Wohler Technologies Inc., today announced that Canal Overseas, a division of leading French broadcast group Canal+, is using the HDCC-200A HD/SD-SDI closed-captioning bridge to enable efficient handling and storage of World System Teletext (WST) subtitle data within an HD/SD playout infrastructure. By encoding subtitles within an HD ingest workflow and subsequently decoding those subtitles back at the time of playout, this new card supports a single cost-effective video ingest and playout workflow regardless of the availability of subtitles. It also adds to the bottom line by eliminating the need for duplication of SD and HD video storage. more

Emeryville, CA., May 13, 2008 – NextWindow, the international leader in the design and manufacture of optical touch technology, is pleased to announce the introduction of its new 2150 Optical Touch Screen for large format LCDs and Plasma displays, featuring unsurpassed touch performance and improved multi-touch capabilities. The 2150 Optical Touch Screen will debut at the upcoming SID Display Week 2008, in NextWindow’s Booth #1036, May 18 – 23rd at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, California. more

At the recent New York Times Travel Show in New York, Innovative Markets used Skyview promotional spheres to promote South Africa Tourism and the 2010 World Cup. To bring this unique form of advertising to life, Innovative Markets turned to the Hitachi CPX5 LCD Projector.

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Projector Lamp Services: Expanding Capabilities & Commitment to Customers
Bohemia, NY – May 5, 2008: Projector Lamp Services, LLC (PLS), continues to implement new methods and services to daily business practices. In an effort to expand upon PLS’s commitment to meeting the needs of their growing client base, PLS now re-lamps NEC MT60LP & GT60LP projector lamp modules! more