Company Overview:

Panamax ~ Furman
Panamax and Furman have been international leaders in providing award-winning, innovative power management products for more than 30 years. Their power management products give audio/video systems the pure, noise-free power they need for superlative performance, providing longevity to the components connected while protecting them from damage caused by power surges and lightning. Together, as part of Panamax, Inc., these two brands address all major electronic markets including home theater, professional audio and music, broadcasting, audio/video recording, OEM, and office equipment. The companies are based in Petaluma, Calif., and sell through an international dealer network, domestic specialty retailers, distributors, and in select retail outlets. More information is available at www.panamax.com. more

Ridgefield, NJ (May 7, 2008) – Norway’s projectiondesign announces the U.S. debut of the first ever 1920×1200 WUXGA high resolution DLP® technology projectors at InfoComm08. more

LAS VEGAS, NV, May 15, 2008 ― The RapcoHorizon Company, leading manufacturer of audio/video interfacing and cable equipment, will feature its Media Distribution System models, MDS-108 and MDS-112, at InfoComm 2008 (Booth C4009). Intended for live media applications and press conferences where one microphone is split to multiple video recorders or cameras, the MDS-108 features eight outputs while the MDS-112 offers 12. 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

Minneapolis, MN. — (May 2008) – www.chiefmfg.com – At less than the width of a penny, Chief’s New Thinstallâ„¢ Series makes no compromise to maintain the low-profile of this year’s ultra-thin flat panel TV revolution. The new line of mounts incorporates exclusive design features from Chief, like GlideLockâ„¢ tool-less latching, to achieve faster installation in the field. more

Minneapolis, MN. — (May 2008) – www.chiefmfg.com – Chief Manufacturing, the industry leader in projector and flat panel TV mounts, is excited to announce the release of the WPAâ„¢ Short Throw Projector Wall Mount for fast and stable installation of short throw projectors.

WPA is packed with innovative features and benefits, focusing on flexibility and ease of installation. A built-in track design allows the projector to be shifted up to 11� (318 mm) to create the ideal image size. The mount includes integrated roll adjustments, post-installation extension adjustments, and quick projector connect/disconnect without tools. Security hardware is also included. 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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Furman Brings Solutions for Every Pro A/V Requirement to InfoComm 2008:
New Merit-x Series
For the first time at InfoComm, Furman will be showing its new Merit-x Series, an upgrade to Furman’s existing Merit line. For the value-conscious contractor, the new Merit-x Series provides convenient, heavy-duty, rack-mountable power-conditioning solutions at a low cost. The three new units feature a more robust chassis with wall-wart spacing on the rear panel to accommodate bulky power transformers; increased AC noise filtration for a lower noise floor; and a higher joule rating for superior protection. more