Video and Presentation Technologies:
Desktop and Portable Projectors
3M 1700 Series Projectors
The 1700 series features extended ENX lamp life and a closed head for added
protection. All models offer 2,000 lumens output. Model 1715 has a closed double
lens. Model 1707 and 1710 offer a closed single lens, and the 1710 includes
a lamp changer for instant bulb replacement. Contact: 3M Corp., Austin, TX;
(800) 328-1371; www.3M.com.
BarcoReality 6400
BARCO's new BarcoReality 6400 DLC projector delivers up to 4,000 lumens
(3,400 ANSI) light output. High resolution S-XGA (1280 x 1024) LCD panels with
Micro Lens Arrays deliver razor sharp images from any Video, HDTV, or computer
sources on screens up to 20 feet wide. Contact: BARCO Projection Systems America,
Kennesaw, GA; (770) 218-3200; www.barco.com.
Canon LV-7500 Projector
Canon's portable LV-7500 XGA-class model has a maximum brightness of 1400
ANSI lumens. Anti-reflection coating suppresses surface reflection and provides
sharp resolution. The plug-and-play system features automatic tracking and image
position, power zoom and focus, and a single remote control for both the projector
and PC. The LV-7500 is capable of projecting up to 300 inches diagonally. Contact:
Canon, U.S.A. Inc., Lake Success, NY; (516) 328-5960; www.canon.com.
Digital Projection Lightning Series
Digital Projection's new Lightning series offers users a new design that
includes built-in handles for increased mobility. It includes serial digital
inputs, rigging and stacking points, oversampled SXGA image resizing, Faroudja
video decoding, and other standard features. Both the Lightning 10sx and 15sx
weigh 180 pounds. Contact: Digital Projection Inc., Kennesaw, GA; (770) 420-1350;
www.digitalprojection.com.
Dukane Image Pro 8030
Dukane's new, lightweight 11-lb. ImagePro 8030 offers super-compact design
and plug-and-play capabilities for presenting in almost any setting, particularly
school room or conference room environments. A built-in digital image magnification
lens lets users expand an image up to eight times its original size. A variety
of mounting options, including a ceiling mount, are available. Contact: Dukane
Corp., St. Charles, IL; (630) 584-2370; www.dukane.
EIKI LC-SX1U
The new EIKI LC-SX1U offers 2300 lumens in a 39.3-lb. package. Compatible with
most workstations, the LC-SX1U is also ready for digital, with a digital flat
panel port and graphics adapter, as well as VGA and 5 BNC inputs. The projector
is equipped with a 1:1.29 power zoom and focus lens as original equipment. Contact:
EIKI International, Lake Forest, CA; (800) 322-3454; www.eiki.com.
Electrohome VistaGRAPHX 5000
Electrohome introduces the VistaGRAPHX 5000, delivering 5,000 ANSI lumens in
a 100-lb.
package. The 5000 features true 1024-x-768 resolution, brightness
uniformity greater than 90 percent, 10-bit digital gray-scale accuracy, and
stable color temperature over the life of the Xenon lamp. The projector sets
up in less than 15 minutes. Features include various fixed and zoom lenses,
interchangeable on all Vista Series projectors, complemented by a wide range
of optional accessories. Contact: Electrohome Projection Systems Ltd., Kitchener,
Ontario, Canada; (519) 744-7111; www.electrohome.com.
ELMO EDP 5100 Projector
ELMO's EDP 5100 multimedia projector offers a small body size, full picture
size without a sacrifice in image quality, and 650 ANSI lumens of brightness
that allow the product to function well in bright rooms. The product is equipped
with a wireless remote mouse, which can control the EDP-5100 as well as a PC.
The design features an automatic control on the speed of the cooling fan to
reduce noise. Contact: ELMO Corp., New Hyde Park, NY; (516) 775-3200; www.elmousa.com.
Epson PowerLite 5350 Projector
Epson's portable projector model 5350 weighs only 13.7 pounds and offers
1500 ANSI lumens for projection in full daylight. It features Epson's new
SizeWise resizing technology, which allows it to accept virtually every notebook
resolution. The 5350 utilizes Seiko Epson's three LCD projection system,
achieving high ratings in brightness distribution, color saturation, color accuracy,
and efficiency. Contact: Epson America Inc., Torrance, CA; (800) 463-7766; www.epson.com.
Fujitsu Plasmavision 42
The Plasmavision display accepts the latest video and computer graphics input,
giving a big screen image on a flat, focused panel less than six inches thick.
The wide viewing format allows viewers to see equally well from any corner of
the room. Digital processing electronics automatically resize any input to provide
a clear image. The 42-inch screen offers a resolution of 852-x-480 pixels. Contact:
Fujitsu, Fairfield, NJ; (888) 888-3424; www.plasmavision.com.
Hitachi CP-X960W
Hitachi's CP-X960W projector allows the user to display images from diverse
information resources–such as video and VGA images–accurately with
excellent resolution. The projector compensates for data loss automatically
to ensure more natural XGA reproduction. It features 1024-x-768 color pixels,
1,800 ANSI lumens, and a power zoom lens. Contact: Hitachi Inc., Brisbane, CA;
(800) 225-1741; www.hitachi.com.
Hughes JVC G2000 DILA
The new G2000 delivers high brightness on screens up to 35 feet wide. The use
of a polarization combiner and redesigned integrator optics, as well as a new
short-arc 420-watt Xenon lamp, provides the G2000 with a brightness of 2,000
ANSI lumens and contrast ratio greater than 350:1. It is available with either
a zoom lens or a special fixed focal length lens with vertically adjustable
offset, allowing the flexibility to change the orientation of the projector
to the screen to suit a wider range of applications. Contact: Hughes JVC Inc.,
Carlsbad, CA; (760) 929-5300; www.hjt.com.
Kodak DP2000
The KODAK DP2000 Projector has a design partnered to today's laptop and
handheld computers. At just 4.8 lbs. and smaller than a laptop computer, the
handheld projector is capable of 16.7 million colors and true XGA (1024 x 768)
native resolution. The projector features the Kodak Image Manager for image
quality and easy-to-use settings for color, brightness, and contrast. Multimedia
capabilities add sound, special effects, animation, live Internet connections,
and full-motion video. Contact: Eastman Kodak, Company, Rochester, NY; (800)
235-6325; www.kodak.com.
Megapower ML Series
The Megapower ML series projectors are lightweight projectors with 100 to 1,300
ANSI lumens. They come with a motorized zoom and focus lens and RS-232 control.
The projectors feature over 80 percent uniformity from center to corner, providing
greater color saturation and brightness. Other features include a 2,000-hour
lamp and special functions such as rear projection, ceiling projection, and
multi-language menu.. Contact: Megapower Technologies, Carlsbad, CA; (800) MEGA-321;
www.mega-power.com.
Mitsubishi X300
The X300 from Mitsubishi Electronics is an XGA LCD projector offering portability
for travel. Features include a 2,000 ANSI lumens, a 300:1 contrast ratio, and
1024-x-768 XGA resolution with a maximum resolution of 1280-x-1024 SXGA. The
projector is suitable for front, rear, and ceiling mount installations and includes
live picture-in-picture, simultaneous video and RGB sourcing, an on-screen graphic
user interface in seven languages, power zoom, and built-in laser pointer. Contact:
Mitsubishi Electronics, Cypress, CA; (714) 220-2500; www.mitsubishi-display.com.
nView P1500 XGA Projector
nView Corp. has introduced the P1500, an LCD projector with brightness of 1,500
lumens and XGA resolution. Based on three polysilicon LCDs, the P1500 supports
a direct serial input, which allows high-quality video input. The projector
also features a multifunctional remote that can work with wireless and wired
modes. Contact: nView Corp., Newport News, VA; (757) 873-1354; www.nview.com.
Panasonic PT-L557U Portable Projector
Panasonic has introduced the PT-L557U portable SVGA LCD projector. Featuring
1,500 ANSI lumens and a high-contrast ratio of more than 250:1, it is also offers
a center-to-corner ratio of 95 percent. The PT-l557U includes a PC Card slot
with slide management software that supports one-touch screen capture as well
as the ability to perform unattended, self-running, continuous-play presentations.
Slide management software allows the user to sort, move, delete, or archive
up to 100 images on a single PC card. The 13.6-pound projector displays a native
resolution of 800-x-600 SVGA with a maximum resolution of 1024-x-768 XGA in
compressed mode. Contact: Panasonic Inc., Los Angeles, CA; (800) 528-8601; www.panasonic.com/presentations.
Philips Hopper SV10
The Philips Hopper SV10 is a 12-lb. portable projector designed for smaller
meeting rooms. The glass lens adds weight but ensures picture quality. Other
features include the latest UHP lamp, good color saturation, constant brightness,
600 lumens, higher scan rates, and interpolated resolution (to SXGA). Contact:
Philips Consumer Electronics, Atlanta, GA; (800) 504-9978; www.philipslcd.com.
PLUS U2 Series Projectors
The PLUS U2 Series, ultra-compact digital projectors weighing less than six
pounds, includes the U2-1080 XGA and U2-870 SVGA models. Both feature Digital
Light Processing technology by Texas Instruments, the enhanced PLUS Optical
Engine, and deliver, respectively, 800 and 700 ANSI lumens of brightness. Both
feature a 500:1 contrast ratio, digital keystone correction, automatic adjustment
setup, manual and digital image zooming, new advanced compression technology,
direct mouse control, freeze function, pick-mute function, quick-release adjustable
feet, on-screen pointer, and full function remote control with laser pointer.
Contact: PLUS Corporation of America, Allendale, NJ; (201) 818-2700; www.pluscorp.com.
Polaroid Super-Portable Projectors
Polaroid offers two LCD projectors: the Polaview 335 XGA and the 235 SVGA.
Both feature sharp resolution and compatibility with multiple input and output
devices. The projectors have a brightness of 1,000 lumens and XGA resolution
of 1024 x 768. A PC card adapter gives computer-free presentations or the ability
to run a digital camera directly through the projectors. Each model weighs 10.2
pounds. Contact: Polaroid Corp., Cambridge, MA; (800) 343-5000; www.polaroid.com.
Proxima Desktop Projector 6810
At 900 ANSI lumens, the Proxima 6810 desktop projector is bright enough to
use in most lighted environments. The motorized 1.5:1 lens offers a wide range
of zoom settings and image sizes. Multiple computer and video inputs accommodate
multiple presenters and make it easy to switch between presenters. The XGA (1024
x 768) resolution provides crisp, detailed images. Front and rear IR ports make
remote operations easy from anywhere in the room. Contact: Proxima Corp., San
Diego, CA; (800) 447-7692; www.proxima.com.
Sanyo PLC-8810N
Sanyo introduces the PLC-8810N Multimedia Pr'EX, a projector that is smaller,
lighter, and brighter than any Sanyo has offered before. The PLC-8810N delivers
an ultracompact package at only 13 pounds, including power zoom and focus. With
True XGA output, the PLC-8810N is compatible with most workstations. Contact:
Sanyo Inc., Chatsworth, CA; (818) 998-7322; www.sanyolcd.com.
Sharp Notevision6
The Notevision6 is designed for both stationary conference room applications
and portable use. Delivering 2,200 ANSI lumens, the Notevision6 includes high
image quality, optional lenses, a native XGA resolution, and a wide range of
data and video signals. The unit is compatible with NTSC, PAL, SECAM, and DTV/HDTV
video signals, and can automatically adjust to handle images up to UXGA resolutions
and various Macintosh and electronic workstation data signals. Contact: Sharp
Electronics Corp., Mahwah, NJ; (201) 529-8731; www.sharp-usa.com.
Telex P1000 Projector
The Telex P1000 XGA LCD Notebook projector merges the two features demanded
most by mobile presenters: super-high brightness (1000 ANSI lumens) and lightweight
specifications (under 10 pounds). Presentations can be auto-played from three
to 99 seconds per slide or photo. The P1000 also includes a remote mouse with
PC/Mac control, projector control, and on-screen remote. A built-in PC card
offers digital camera playback for computer-free presentations. The Expand feature
allows users to zoom in on a portion of an image in various sizes. Contact:
Telex Communications, Minneapolis, MN; (612) 884-4051; www.telex.com.
Toshiba MediaStar Projectors
Toshiba's new MediaStar projectors, the TLP450 and TLP650, are the company's
first ultra-lightweight projectors, weighing in at 7.9 and 9.9 lbs. Toshiba
is offering a choice of two XGA models and two SVGA models. The XGA models are
rated at 1,100 ANSI lumens, and the SVGA models feature 1,000 ANSI lumens. Contact:
Toshiba America Consumer Products Inc., Wayne, NJ; (800) 631-3611; www.toshiba.com/tacp.
ViewSonic PJ806 Projector
The ViewSonic PJ860 is suited to larger, well-lit presentation rooms. The product
is compact and weighs 13.7 pounds. It features super-bright presentation, a
built-in PC memory card slot for computer-free presentations, 1,500 ANSI lumens,
and a wireless remote with built-in mouse and laser pointer. Input sources for
video and PC or Macintosh systems are included. Contact: ViewSonic Corp., Walnut,
CA; (909) 869-7976; www.viewsonic.com.
Video Application Software and Systems
3CX IXJet Series
IXJet Streaming provides high-quality video delivery for applications ranging
from Internet delivery to broadcast-quality, on-demand video solutions. The
software allows a campus to deliver live and pre-recorded video to desktops
on and off campus. 3CX's streaming solutions offer a smooth migration path
from traditional analog to complete digital video distribution for schools.
Using this system, faculty and students can access educational tools in classrooms,
residence halls, homes, or offices. IXJet Streaming Server provides entertainment-quality,
streaming video-on-demand software for distance learning applications. IXJet
Network Video Explorer allows organizations to develop and manage multimedia
libraries. Web-based synchronized content creation and presentation tools are
available in IXJet Network Video Presenter. Contact: 3CX, San Jose, CA; (408)
369-8288; www.3CX.com.
Avid Softimage Media Illusion
Softimage Media Illusion 6.0 is a digital nonlinear compositing and special-effects
software just released from Avid Technology. The software, available for Silicon
Graphics workstations, features new animation and graph editors that replace
previous curves with more flexible bezier curves, node cloning that provides
the ability to quickly and easily create multiple clones of a single process
node, improved tracking, new HSV color correction process, user selectable color
look-up tables, and complete Y2K compliance. Contact: Avid Technology, Tewksbury,
MA; (800) 949-AVID; www.avid.com.
Creston CNX Systems
Creston CNX Systems make any AV device an Internet appliance. Users can share
AV devices located in a central control room across any number of rooms, through
the LAN/WAN, or Internet. Users can load programs, assist presenters, and perform
low-level diagnostics remotely. E-control e-mail Instant Messaging notifies
managers if a projector lamp fails. Contact: Creston Electronics, Rockleigh,
NJ; (800) 237-2041; www.creston.com.
Ezenia! Encounter NetServer
Ezenia!'s Encounter NetServer is a standards-compliant multimedia communications
server. It lets users dynamically create and participate in real-time multimedia
conferences while sharing and editing electronic documents. Users can join training
classes and participate in meetings with remote users. All that is needed is
access to a multimedia-enabled PC and a TCP/IP connection or a standard telephone
line. Contact: Ezenia!, Burlington, MA; (781) 229-2000; www.videoserver.com.
Finish
The Finish systems make broadcast and professional quality video creation more
accessible and affordable, allowing faculty to build polished presentations
with user-friendly tools. Finish V20: The Assembly System is the lowest-priced
system. This video assembly system includes a rack-mountable junction box with
component video and balanced audio I/O, real-time audio cross fades, ColorFX,
MotionFX, dissolve transition, and other tools. Other models (V40, V60, and
V80) offer more sophisticated and expensive components. Contact: Media 100 Inc.,
Marlboro, MA; (508) 460-1600; www.media100.com.
SynchronEyes
SynchronEyes offers a collaborative environment where teachers and students
can deliver dynamic presentations. This classroom instruction and computer-control
software creates a focused learning environment in classroom or lab. A teacher
can monitor and control students' computers, deliver software demonstrations
to individual computers, and focus student attention on lessons. The SynchronEyes
monitor feature provides a thumbnail view of each student's screen on the
teacher's computer, allowing overseeing of student progress. Contact: SMART
Technologies Inc., Calgary, Alberta, Canada; (403) 228-8559; www.smarttech.com.
SM&A Integrated Control Center Environment
The Integrated Control Center Environment (ICCE) is a hardware and software-based
system that operates multiple proprietary computer systems, video devices, and
multimedia on a single platform, using two monitors, one universal keyboard,
and one mouse. ICCE has been designed for computer centers, control centers,
and any operations in which multiple platforms must be accessed from a single
location. The system is designed to reduce cost in equipment purchases and maintenance,
create less visual clutter, enhance efficiency, and reduce confusion, training
time, and costs. Contact: SM&A Information Technology Solutions Group, Colorado
Springs, CO; (719) 593-5974; www.smawins.com.
TC Reliance 3.0
TODD Communications' new TC Reliance software products simplify scheduling
and administration for interactive video system users. Interactive video systems
allow participants to interact visually and audibly from multiple locations,
often at great distances. TC Reliance Web-accessed Session Scheduler allows
the user to schedule sessions, review conflicting sessions, and make modifications
from any Web-accessible location. TC Reliance Connection Control Software ensures
that both scheduled and on-demand sessions run smoothly. Finally, TC Reliance
Room Control Software offers multi-site control with simple screen management
to make supervision easier. The software is Windows-based. Contact: TODD Communications
Inc., Minneapolis, MN; (612) 941-0556; www.toddcommunications.com.
Videonics Effetto Pronto
Effetto Pronto is a comprehensive QuickTime-based 3D-compositing and effects
system for the Macintosh. Effetto is the intuitive compositing software application
and Pronto is a PCI-based hardware accelerator, which accelerates the entire
application including geometrics, filters, and rendering. Together with the
optional video output daughter card, Effetto Pronto provides instant feedback
and highly accelerated workflow and renderings in the creation of animations,
motion graphics, and compositing. Effects, advanced titling, true 3D workspace,
precise keying and color correction, effects caching, audio support, and 3D
lights are some of the features included in the system. Videonics offers a free
30-day test drive. Effetto Pronto 2.0.1 is now available as a free download
to current owners. It includes the new fast save and fast open feature, which
opens and saves projects up to 400 percent faster than previously. Videonics
has also added a stack view window to the titler, as well as improved timeline
scrubbing performance. Contact: Videonics Inc., Campbell, CA; (408) 866-8300;
www.videonics.com.
Zandar Technologies
Zandar's OmniVideo Series includes solutions for the simultaneous high-quality
display of from 2 to 16 video sources, 64 sequencing video sources, and digital
video sources to video or high-resolution VGA displays, including video monitors
or cubes, sleek plasmas, or high-end projection systems. OmniVideo offers PCI-card-cased
solutions and stand-alone boxed "MultiViewers." Capabilities include
video scaling to any size and position, graphics underlay and overlay onto the
multi-video display, logo insertion, and page sequencing. Contact: Zandar Technologies,
Dublin, Ireland; (353) 1-2808; www.zandar.com.
Desktop Video Tools and Resources
Adobe GoLive 4.0
Adobe GoLive 4.0 simplifies Web production. Unlike with traditional Web authoring
tools, users visually lay out Web pages using a grid and rulers for precise
positioning of images, tables, and text. A QuickTime movie editor helps users
create movies, import sound and video, add special effects, and link to external
files. Using the QuickTime timeline editor, users can combine video and audio,
create transitions, and perform every action needed to bring movies into a Web
site. Contact: Adobe Systems Inc., San Jose, CA; (408) 536-6000; www.adobe.com.
Analog Way
Analog Way offers a complete range of image converters, including scan converters,
scalers, line multipliers, up/down converters, switchers, interfaces, boosters,
and cables. The seamless Graphic Switcher fades and mixes instantaneously between
6 high-resolution sources from 29kHz to 130kHz with no synchronization dropouts.
Studio Scan XTD is a converter compatible with incoming computer images up to
1600 x 1280. The Trans-Scaler line multiplier improves image quality by increasing
the standard TV/Video resolution and allows video sources to be displayed full
screen on multi-sync monitors, LCD/plasma flat screens, and data projectors.
Contact: Analog Way, New York, NY; (212) 269-1902; www.analogway.com.
Applied Magic ScreenPlay
Applied Magic's ScreenPlay is an editing tool for videography, education,
corporate/industrial, and government applications. Delivering high-quality video,
real-time performance, and an intuitive interface. ScreenPlay is compatible
with all major systems and offers over 50 transitions and effects. The software
can handle multiple projects simultaneously, and files can be organized in a
variety of ways. Contact: Applied Magic, Carlsbad, CA; (760) 931-6417; www.applied-magic.com.
ATI All-In-Wonder 128
The All-In-Wonder 128 multimedia board enhances graphics with 128-bit 3D graphics
acceleration and 32bpp true color, and comes bundled with Video Wave II software
for video editing. Using the All-In-Wonder 128 in a Windows 95 compatible system
or higher, students can edit video from a camcorder on the computer or capture
still or live video from Web television or the Internet for use in presentations
and reports. With a relatively low retail price, the product is within reach
for educators looking for multimedia application tools, graphics, and digital
video solutions in one package. Contact: ATI Technologies Inc., Thornhill, Ontario,
Canada; (905) 882-2600; www.atitech.com.
AutoAuditorium System
Telcordia's AutoAuditorium System is a fully automatic four-camera video
production system. It tracks presenters, records sound, and makes video shot
selections automatically, without a production crew, streamlining the production
process and saving money.
The tracking camera automatically follows a presenter
anywhere on the stage, using adaptive image-processing techniques that do not
require system training. Audio mixers combine sounds from the stage with those
from the audience to create a complete program sound track. Auditorium Director
automatically selects the appropriate camera view. Contact: Telcordia Technologies,
Morristown, NJ; (800) 521-2673; www.autoauditorium.com.
Dynamics Graphics Stock Footage
Dynamic Graphics Inc. offers The Professional Series, broadcast-quality, royalty-free,
digital stock footage. The new 32-title collection gives producers and directors
shots for attention-grabbing openers, suspense-filled cutaways, and more, without
licensing fees. It is available in formats for every video purpose. A catalog
and a browser CD are available free by calling (800) 255-8800. Contact: Dynamic
Graphics, Peoria, IL; (309) 688-8800; www.dgusa.com.
Fiber Options
The Fiber Options 601B series of digital-video, fiber-optic links transmits
digital video one way over one fiber-optic cable. The series is available as
multimode units with LED emitters or single-mode laser emitting versions with
ST or FC/PC connectors. Contact: Fiber Options, Bohemia, NY; (800) 342-3748;
www.fiberoptions.com.
Focus TV View Pro AV
TV View Pro AV video scan converter enables users to easily and economically
record high-resolution computer-generated images on videotape recorders, project
them on large-screen projectors, and transmit them across a video conference
link. Users can control the 2X zoom, pan, picture positioning, and flicker filter
via the IR remote or front panel keyboard controls with both the desktop and
rack-mount versions. Contact: Focus Enhancements, Wilmington, MA; (978) 988-5888;
www.FOCUSinfo.com.
Gentner APV200 IP
Gentner is enhancing its Audio Perfect line of conferencing products with a
new APV200 IP video conferencing system. The APV200 IP incorporates advanced
graphical user interface software that combines icons and text to simplify video
conferencing. A built-in tutorial device makes it possible for even the novice
user to configure the system quickly by following on-screen, self-prompting
instructions. This computer-free system is designed to attach to any size or
brand of TV, LCD, DLP projector, flat-screen, or other non-intelligent output
display. Contact: Gentner Communications Corp., Salt Lake City, UT; (801) 975-7200;
www.gentner.com.
ict Graphics Board 1500
The new Graphics Board 1500 videowall processing system from ict expands the
capability of the HR-1500 processor allowing it to display HDTV and computer
graphics up to XGA. Depending on the configuration of the system, users can
create videowall arrays between 1 x 1 and 6 x 6 from a single system unit. Internal
field doubling provides a flicker-free NTSC or PAL image. Users can simultaneously
draw up three sources (one graphic and two video) on video, monitor, or plasma
walls. Contact: ict of North America, Orlando, FL; (407) 855-5858.
IMSI Lumiere Video Studio
This video-editing suite allows users to produce presentations, tutorials,
and home movies. It offers hundreds of sophisticated editing techniques, dozens
of transition effects, and video filters. Lumiere offers even greater flexibility
with the addition of two software programs in its suite. Included in the Lumiere
Video Studio package are Corel PHOTO-PAINT, 7 Plus, and Sonic Desktop SmartSound
Wizard. With these programs, users can build and edit audio clips and enhance
and edit images, text, and photos. With Intel MMX technology support, the user
is able to process audio, video, and graphics data more efficiently. In addition,
with the VDO toolkit included in Lumiere Video Studio, users now will have video
streaming for delivering video over an intranet or the Internet. Contact: IMSI
Corp., San Rafael, CA; (800) 833-8082; www.imsisoft.com.
Inscriber CG/FeaturePak
Featurepak is a powerful title-creation productivity tool for leading video
production systems running under Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0. Designed to
help users make professional video titles quickly and easily, FeaturePak offers
broadcast-quality titling capabilities at an affordable desktop price. Tools
include text rotation, texture mapping, alpha-aware paint, and 5-layer editing.
Contact: Inscriber Technology Corp., Waterloo, Ontario, Canada; (519) 570-9111;
www.inscriber.com.
Interlink Electronics Freedom Writer Pro
Freedom Writer Pro hardware and software allow users to annotate projected
slides to underscore a point, hand write notations over documents, or draw freehand.
The user's mouse pad converts to a graphics pad at the touch of a button.
An on-screen keyboard allows users to type Web addresses, enter messages, and
edit documents. Alternatively, the user can write characters on the pen pad
and let Freedom Writer Pro convert the printing to text. Contact: Interlink
Electronics, Camarillo, CA; (800) 340-1331; www.interlinkelectronics.com.
Kramer Video Matrix Switcher
Kramer Electronics offers a new 16 x 16 SDI Video Matrix Switcher. This cost-effective
and adjustment-free switcher provides automatic equalization for losses on 75-ohm
coaxial cable and re-clocks each of the 16 SDI outputs. Ideal for broadcast
on-air switching or production studio use, the SD-7316 accepts either analog
or SDI video as the source of its trigger, as well as any input as the sync
source. Contact: Kramer Electronics USA, Clinton, NJ; (888) 275-6311; www.kramerelectronics.com.
Magnicoder Pro
Connected between a PC and a television monitor or projector, the Magnicoder
Pro converts computer graphics to broadcast-quality video. Compatible with desktop
and laptop PCs, it provides for conversion of up to 16-million-color XGA/VGA
computer graphics in 1024-x-768 resolution. It supports NTSC, PAL, S-Video,
and component standards. Features include sharp, realistic video without artifacts,
transparent programmable keying, zoom and pan, and flicker stabilization. Contact:
Magni Systems, Hillsboro, OR; (503) 615-1900; www.magnisystems.com.
Numonics Podium Pro
Podium Pro is a small-format multifunctional computer interface controller
that connects to a PC and a LCD projector to allow the creation and execution
of multimedia presentations. The Presentations Tools software permits live color
animation and features various emphasis tools for delivering a point. All program
functions are transferred to an electronic pen, enabling the instructor to operate
a computer while standing at a podium. Touching definable Softkeys across the
top of the board with the electronic pen allows the user to launch video, graphics,
text, animation, and audio. At 12.5" x 14" and weighing 2.5 pounds,
Podium Pro is very portable. Contact: Numonics Corp., Montgomeryville, PA; (800)
523-6716; www.numonics.com.
Pointmaker PVI-46
The Pointmaker PVI-46 notebook marker allows notebook users to draw in color
and direct pointers over any displayed computer image. Connected between the
computer and the monitor, the PVI-46 becomes a visual aid, allowing presenters
to annotate quickly and easily areas of interest on images displayed on a monitor
or large screen through a projector. Its slim notebook size is convenient. Presenters
may choose from a variety of marker types, including arrow pointers, dot pointers,
cross hairs, and freehand drawing. Contact: B'eckeler Instruments, Tucson, AZ;
(520) 745-0001; www.b'eckeler.com.
RGB DTQ Video Scaler
Developed to improve the quality of video display by de-interlacing the video
and interpolating lines, the DTQ Video Scaler will receive video input double,
triple, or quadruple the number of lines for much higher quality video when
output to any display, including CRT, projection, and plasma. The user controls
how the signal is presented to the projector, and video processing includes
controls for contrast, brightness, color, and sharpness. The DTQ comes with
an infrared remote control and on-screen menus as well as an LCD front-panel
display and RS-232 port. Contact: RGB Spectrum, Alameda, CA; (510) 814-7000;
www.rgb.com.
RSI MediaPro384
RSI's MediaPro 384 allows any LCD projector to become a multimedia interactive
audio and video presentation system for distance learning or teleconferencing.
Users can do real-time video conferencing with data collaboration using NetMeeting,
PowerPoint, or any other Windows-based program. All video and audio conference
processing are done in the MediaPro 384 appliance, so no memory from the attached
laptop computer is used. An alpha/icon-based toolbar is designed to be user
friendly. Contact: RSI Video Conferencing, Minneapolis, MN; (800) 496-4304;
www.rsivideo.com.
Scan Do Select
Scan Do Select video scan converter converts computer video signals at resolutions
up to 1280 x 1024 to NTSC and PAL video signal in composite and S-video outputs.
Features include RS-232 remote control, image freeze, adaptive computer sync
processing, input zoom processing, and a built-in color bar generator. Contact:
Communications Specialties, Hauppauge, NY; (516) 273-0404; www.commspecial.com.
TV One Corioscan Pro
This computer-to-video tool designed for workstations, PCs, or Macs enables
the user to project an image from a computer screen onto other displays, such
as video projectors or TV screens. Simultaneous display makes conversion from
computer to video seamless. Features include flicker elimination, 2X zoom, pan,
freeze, dual composite, and brightness control. The Autoset feature automatically
sizes and positions the computer image to fit the video screen. Contact: TV
One Multimedia Solutions, Erlanger, KY; (800) 721-4044; www.tvone.com.
Visual Workstation Technology
Onyx2 Visual Workstation
SGI's visual workstation simultaneously processes 3D graphics, imaging,
and video data in real time. Based on the ccNUMA architecture, the Onyx2 system
combines performance, speed, high bandwidth, and parallel computing technology.
Tools include clip mapping, texture paging, full-frame HDTV display, and volume
rendering. Contact: SGI, Mountain View, CA (650) 960-1980; www.sgi.com.
Document Presenters and Interactive Boards
Canon DZ-3600U Camera
The DZ-3600U digital document camera delivers high-resolution detail-sensitive
imaging, allowing the user to enhance presentations and video conferencing.
Items as small as a postage stamp can be projected clearly and legibly. The
system features high-speed image capture. Contact: Canon USA, Lake Success,
NY; (516) 328-5960; www.canon.com.
EduCart
EduCart with WebLearner is a portable system with all the basic technology
needed for classroom and Web-based learning. The system includes (pre-installed)
WebLearner software, Tegrity Digital Flipchart software, Visualizer software,
InterPointer, and an all-in-one cart design from Acer: a desktop PC, LCD Projector
(2 options), Document camera, teacher camera, wireless microphone, and portable
cart. Contact: Tegrity Inc., San Jose, CA; (800) 411-0579; www.tegrity.com.
ELMO EV 400AF Visual Presenter
The EV-400AF is a top-of-the-line visual presenter designed for teleconferencing
and classroom applications. The EV-400AF features over 450 TV lines of resolution
for a clear image, autofocus, 8X zoom, and remote-control capability, including
an RS-232C terminal. A rotating camera head captures images at telephoto position
and can be rotated up to 90 degrees. Additional features include composite and
S-VHS outputs along with a passive video selector controller for two other external
video sources. Contact: ELMO Mfg. Co., Plainview, NY; (516) 501-1400; www.elmousa.com.
Navitar Document Pro
Navitar's new Document Pro is a video presenter that projects 2D and 3D
objects with 450-460 TV lines of resolution. A rotating camera and removable
close-up lens allow users to switch easily between close-up and long-distance
shots. The two-axis camera head rotates to allow viewing of an object at any
angle. Images remain in constant focus. After use, the Document Pro folds flat
for storage and its small footprint allows it to stand easily on a desk or lectern.
Contact: Navitar, Inc., Rochester, NY; (716) 359-4000 or (800) 828-6778; www.navitar.com.
Nikon Document Cameras
Nikon's portable PI-30X/E weighs just 6.2 lbs. and achieves an 800 x 600
SVGA resolution, ideal for displaying written documents and 3D objects. The
high-end HI-300XS/ES with 1280-x-1024 SXGA resolution interfaces to 35mm slides
and microscope specimen slides. A serial interface is provided for remote control
of all functions of the camera. Both models have internal non-volatile memory,
compact flash card, and HDD respectively for storing captured images and transferring
the images to a PC environment. Contact: Nikon Corp., Foster City, CA; (650)
378-8434; www.nikon.com.
Panaboard KX-B730 Electronic Whiteboard
The Panaboard electronic whiteboard features four separate writing screens.
With four screens, the Panaboard allows instructors to continue to convey information
without interruptions, improving the ability of presenters to describe complex
concepts. The writing surface is 2' 10" x 4' 7" in size,
providing enough space for classroom lectures. This is Panaboard's largest
product. Contact: Panasonic Communications and Systems Co., Secaucus, NJ; (800)
742-8086;
www.panasonic.com.
SMART Board 1800 and 1802
SMART Technologies has introduced two new models of 72-inch rear-projection
interactive whiteboards. These whiteboards allow classrooms to collaborate on
electronic documents, capture results of sessions, and create a complete record
of materials and notes. Users can access computer-based material using their
finger as a mouse, capture handwritten notes to a computer file, and work naturally
at the Board without casting a shadow. The 1800 series is a large, mobile cabinet
that accommodates a wide variety of LCD projectors, computers, and multimedia
equipment. A flip-down door exposes the SMART Pen Tray, which can be pulled
out to provide access to whiteboard tools and a wireless keyboard. The SMART
Board 1802 comes with an automatic display-mode switch to support notebook computers.
The switch detects the notebook and displays its image on the Board. Contact:
SMART Technologies Inc., Calgary, Alberta, Canada; (403) 228-8559; www.smarttech.com.
SoftBoard System 400
SoftBoard System 400 combines a big-screen computer monitor with patented digital
laser interface, allowing users to present the big picture and the supporting
details all at once. The electronic pen performs like a fully functional mouse
with both right and left click buttons. The whiteboard application turns the
pen into a paintbrush, allowing users to annotate or draw. Contact: SoftBoard,
Portland, OR; (888) 763-8262; www.softboard.com.
Wolfvision Visualizer Presenters
The Visualizer series VZ-47, VZ-37, and VZ-17 feature a synchronized light
field, which marks the exact pick-up area of the built-in camera, extremely
high depth of focus, shadow-free illumination, a motorized arm system, and a
motorized top mirror, which allows for scrolling from the remote control. The
systems boast a reflection-free area and no distracting stray light. Contact:
Wolfvision, San Carlos, CA; (800) 356-WOLF; www.wolfvision.com.
DVD Video
Pioneer DVD-V7200 Video Player
The DVD-V7200 from Pioneer is a stand-alone player packed with functions for
a variety of educational applications. Features include DVD barcode and laser
barcode compatibility, barcode stack/command stack, video blackboard, hyper
video, and videotext retrieval. Frame-accurate search control and the compact
and lightweight design make this player ideal for the classroom. Contact: Pioneer
New Media Technologies, Long Beach, CA; (800) 527-3766; www.pioneer.co.jp.
Monitors, Displays, and Services
Clarity DLP WN 5230-S
The Clarity Digital Light Processing 52-inch diagonal rear-projection display
WN 5230-S features a one-chip engine that eliminates the need for convergence
adjustment in production or during installation while maintaining the same 8,000-hour
lamp life and low power consumption as Clarity's two-chip model. Combined
with Clarity's ColorEdge module, which provides enhanced color matching
between displays, set up time will be significantly reduced. Contact: Clarity
Visual Systems, Wilsonville, OR; (503) 570-0700; www.clarityvisual.com.
ComView ViewBoard
The ViewBoard rear projection system is an integrated visualization system
offering a uniform, seamless image. Controlled by ComView's software, the
system can display up to 24 inputs from workstations, PCs, and video sources.
The ViewBoard comes with a black-coated, anti-reflective screen offering high
contrast and resolution. Contact: ComView Graphics Ltd., Ra'anana, Israel;
(972) 9-746-3644; www.cvgl.com.
Da-Lite Advantage Electrol
This latest screen from Da-Lite was designed with the installer in mind. The
extruded aluminum case is lightweight and the finished case edge has a clean
look and allows easy installation of ceiling tiles around the case. Specially
designed "C" channels on the top of the case allow mounting attachments
anywhere along the case's length. It is available in a tensioned or non-tensioned
version in a variety of fabrics. Contact: Da-Lite Screen, Warsaw, IN; (800)
622-3737; www.da-lite.com.
Electrosonic Videowall System
Videowalls can be useful when projecting images in large arenas and auditoriums
or during conferences and events. Electrosonic offers high-quality video display,
installation, and customer support. Display choices include the ProCube AC/AutoColor
41" projection cube, designed for large screen displays, and CRT monitors.
Control software features multi-source capability in an icon-driven environment.
Also available are a programmable controller (which can control up to six videowalls),
ImageMag and ImageStar (which each control up to nine screens), and remote options.
Contact: Electrosonic Systems Inc., Minneapolis, MN; (612) 931-7500; www.esonic.com.
Intellisys Group
The Intellisys Group provides training, design consulting, and design/build
services for institutions involved in planning and implementing multimedia communication
facilities and systems. With over 3,000 projects completed and offices all over
the United States, Intellisys offers expertise and timely, efficient delivery.
The Portable Solutions team provides small, bright, easy-to-use solutions to
connect to a PC, laptop, Macintosh, and VCR. Contact: Intellisys Group, Mountain
View, CA; (800) 828-6464; www.intellisysgroup.com.
MicroTouch Ibid 600
The Ibid 600 is a 4' x 6' digital whiteboard that provides twice
as much writing surface as MicroTouch's next-largest whiteboard. Although
it looks like a conventional whiteboard, it connects through a PC to a standard
serial cable and captures everything written on it in real time. With the addition
of conferencing software, the whiteboard supports teleconferencing. Contact:
MicroTouch, Methuen, MA; (978) 659-9000; www.microtouch.com.
Mitsubishi LCD 52
Mitsubishi's new LCD 52 15" monitor offers an easy one-step setup
system. Features include auto-picture, auto—gray scale, auto-smoothing,
auto-scaling, and auto-adjustment. All functions are robotically calibrated
at the factory for the clearest and brightest picture possible. Users can select
and adjust more than 15 settings, including brightness, contrast, positioning,
and clock phase. Contact: Mitsubishi, Cypress, CA; (714) 220-2500; www.mitsubishi-display.com.
NEC MultiSync XV29
The MultiSync XV29 is designed for conference rooms and classrooms and provides
solid display of computer graphics up to SVGA resolution and direct connection
to composite and S-video sources such as VCRs. A pair of ten-watt front-firing
speakers output bold audio. Included are infrared remote, on-screen displays,
and Macintosh adapter. Contact: NEC Technologies Inc., Itasca, IL; (630) 467-5000;
www.nectech.com.
panja LC TiltScreen
The panja AMX AXT-LC Liquid Crystal Touch Panel is designed for economical
wired or wireless touch control. The black-and-white 640 x 380 LCD screen displays
high-resolution black graphics over a white background and can change to white-on-black
on command. The panel offers six-step tilt adjustment to match changing requirements.
A full palette of graphic tools accompanies the unit. Contact: AMX Corp., Dallas,
TX; (800) 222-0193; www.panja.com.
Princeton AF3.OHD Monitor
The Princeton AF3.OHD is the first direct view 16:9 aspect ratio monitor to
display all HDTV formats while maintaining compatibility with today's current
NTSC signal. Features include four preset aspect ratios and six preset memories
for the most common DTV resolution formats. It has a horizontal scanning range
up to 50 kHz and custom memory settings for black level, contrast, geometry,
and masking. The high light output CRT allows it to be used in high ambient
light conditions. Contact: Princeton Graphic Systems, Santa Ana, CA; (714) 751-8405;
www.prgr.com.
Samsung SVP-6000
Samsung's SVP-6000 high-end video presenter offers 1,500,000 pixels and
d'es not need a computer to convert text or images to video. It features a built-in
light box for 35mm slides and transparencies. The tilting head camera allows
the user to rotate the head up to 90 degrees and the 12X-power zoom function
allows presentation of documents with type as small as 8 points. Built-in RS-232C
and USB interfaces enable the unit to communicate to a remote control system
or any Windows PC. Contact: Samsung Opto-Electronics America, Secaucus, NJ;
(201) 902-0347; www.simplyamazing.com.
Stratavision Video Display
Stratavision is based on a proprietary fiber-optic technology that delivers
seamless, quality images at high resolution, even at screen sizes of up to 20
feet wide. The vertically flat viewing screen can be made convex for greater
viewing angles or concave for a closer viewing experience. Stratavision can
conform to architectural shapes such as columns and corners. It delivers true
plug-and-play convenience without computer processing by accepting all standard
video formats. Contact: American Shizuki Corp., Louisville, CO; (800) 742-1292;
www.theadvantageisclear.com.
Digital Cameras
Hitachi M2
Hitachi is offering a new M2 camera that can create real-time MPEG movies,
shoot and store up to 12,000 JPEG images, record up to 16 hours of digital audio,
and record and playback full-motion MPEG-1 digital video. This ultra-compact
M2 multimedia recorder has file management display on a built-in LCD screen
and comes with an ultra-compact one-hour battery and 6X zoom. Contact: Hitachi
Inc., Brisbane, CA; (800) 225-1741; www.mpegcam.com.
Kodak Digital Science DC 200
The Kodak DC 200 is a pocket-sized digital camera offering photo-realistic
images in one million (1152 x 864) pixels with 24-bit color. Color LCD lets
users review and preview pictures to save storage space. A reusable 4 MB Picture
Card stores 13 to 60 pictures. The built-in flash with optional red-eye reduction
fires automatically, and the focus-free lens ensures accurate quick shots. Contact:
Eastman Kodak Co., Rochester, NY; (800) 235-632; www.kodak.com.
Sanyo VPC-Z400
Sanyo's VPC-Z400 camera offers megapixel resolution (1280 x 960), still
images, 3X Optical-Zoom Lens (34-102mm equivalent), and 2X digital zoom for
record and playback in a magnesium body. The solar backlight LCD is viewable
in direct sunlight. It can capture up to two images per second. The camera features
adjustments for auto, daylight, overcast, tungsten, and fluorescent, and has
a four-mode flash. Contact: Sanyo Inc., Chatsworth, CA; (818) 998-7322; www.sanyodigital.com.
Sony DSR-200A Camcorder
This one-piece DVCAM camcorder has a 10X optical zoom lens, shoulder-type with
1" B/W CRT viewfinder, and VCT-type tripod attachment mechanism. The unit
offers more than 3 hours' recording with a DVCAM standard cassette tape,
and 2-channel XLRs input for audio signal. The DSR-200A features superior picture
quality, long recording and operating hours, an easy-to-use viewfinder, and
a lightweight unit (10 pounds, 8 ounces). Contact: Sony Electronics, Park Ridge,
NJ; (800) 686-SONY; www.sony.com/professional.
Lifts, Presentation Systems, and Accessories
abc2K Control System
The abc2K Control System allows the user to select from on-screen menu choices
to initiate and end media events, maintain full control of the media deck located
in a centralized location, and send on-screen alerts to the administrator or
media center. The system provides controlled access to administration-approved
TV and media channels and prevents unauthorized viewing of TVs and specific
channels. Contact: Contemporary Research, Dallas, TX; (972) 931-2728; www.crwww.com.
Datalift
The Datalift line of video projector lifts ranges from the lightweight DataLite,
which has a lifting capacity of 115 lbs., to the heavy-duty series with a maximum
lift of 600 lbs. Standard features include a cable management system, low-wattage
trigger, adjustable show position, projection outlet, and choice of remotes.
Contact: Display Devices Inc., Arvada, CO; (303) 412-9346; www.displaydevices.com.
Draper M1300 Front Projection
The Draper M1300 Front Projection system offers a 100-percent vinyl stretchable
matte white surface. It features extremely broad light dispersion, spectral
uniformity, and 180-degree viewing cone, without loss in resolution. It can
be used with the Tab Tensioning System or on permanently tensioned screens for
perfect reproduction of data and graphics. This screen is best suited for higher
output CRT and light valve video projectors, as well as slide and overhead projection.
Contact: Draper Shade and Screen Co. Inc., Spiceland, IN; (317) 987-7999; www.draperinc.com.
Peerless 2000
The Peerless 2000 is the company's first universal mount for plasma screens.
One adjustable bracket fits any monitor from 33" to 42". Available
for wall or ceiling installation, its height-and-width-adjustable brackets hug
the monitor. Front and rear roll-out protection secures the monitor at the top
and bottom for complete safety. A slim design complements the profile of the
plasma screen. Contact: Peerless Industries, Melrose Park, IL; (800) 865-2112;
www.peerlessindustries.com.
Sony VIDP110 Presentation Stand
The VID-P110 offers superior quality images, advanced features, and operating
convenience. It is suitable for a wide range of applications, including distance
learning and video conferencing. Features include high-speed autofocus, auto—iris
control, auto—white balance, 12X powered zoom capability, and flip-up,
pan, and tilt camera. Contact: Sony Electronics, Park Ridge, NJ; (800) 686-SONY;
www.sony.com.
SVS Lifts
SVS Inc. manufactures patented motorized ceiling-to-floor lift systems. At
the push of a button the lifts accurately raise and lower projectors, monitors,
speakers, and other devices. The lifts are aesthetically stored above the ceiling
for security and automatically positioned for operation. The motors are quiet
and provide accurate, level tracking for consistent screen images. One-person
operation allows for easy service and maintenance calls, and the safe work height
adds to personal safety. Contact: SVS Inc., Englewood, CO; (303) 766-9505; www.icia.org/svslifts.
Wireless SurfMouse
The Wireless Computing SurfMouse is designed for computer-based slide shows,
interactive training, and presentation programs such as PowerPoint. It features
a fingertip-operated mouse touchpad similar to those on notebook computers,
and two side-by-side large mouse buttons for left and right clicks. Radio frequency
technology allows use of the mouse without directly aiming it in a particular
direction. Contact: Wireless Computing, Austin, TX; (512) 263-8204; www.wireless-computing.com.
Printers and Print Management Systems
PointSource Digital Copiers
Mita's new PointSource Ai3010 and Ai2310 digital copiers, with optional
printer and fax capabilities, offer industry advancements in image processing,
paper handling, and digital technology. Ideal for small to mid-sized work groups,
both models are compact in size but are highly productive imaging systems offering
"scan once, print many," electronic and rotate sort, dual 550-sheet
paper drawers, and a 250-sheet internal exit tray. Contact: Mita, Fairfield,
NJ; (973) 808-8444; www.mita.com.
RISO FR2950
The new RISO FR2950 image-processing system improves print quality, making
documents cleaner and crisper. Quieter operation and a new console appearance
enable the FR2950 to fit seamlessly into an office environment. The operation
panel has enlarged frequently used keys; less-used keys have been moved to a
sub-panel. Features include multi-up function, which allows printing of 2, 4,
8, or 16 images on a page; a customer-programmable maintenance schedule; auto
power off; and minimum print quantity settings. Contact: RISO, Danvers, MA;
(978) 777-7377; www.riso.com.
Xerox DocuColor 4CP
The DocuColor 4CP printer is a lower-cost networked printer using new imaging
technology for full-color and black and white copies. The product uses smaller
toner particles to form the printed image at 600 x 600 dots per inch. The printer
prints 4 full-color or 16 black-and-white copies per minute, and accepts an
entire print file from the network for processing and imaging. Contact: Xerox,
Rochester, NY; (716) 427-4366; www.xerox.com.
Microphones and Speakers
Anchor Audio Portable Sound Systems
Anchor Audio manufactures compact, lightweight, rugged portable sound systems
with clear sound reproduction. The Liberty System, designed to handle audiences
of up to 1,000 people, features a full-range music system and a PA system with
clear voice projection. The Liberty Xtreme speaker system can accommodate audiences
of 2,500 and offers biamplified separate high and low frequency amplifiers for
enhanced performance. Contact: Anchor Audio, Torrance, CA; (310) 784-2300; www.anchoraudio.com.
ASTATIC 230 VP Boundary Microphone
The ASTATIC 230 VP boundary microphone offers a completely variable polar pattern
so users can choose cardioid, super-cardioid, figure-eight, or many other configurations.
The soft-touch membrane switch offers silent operation and can be configured
to push-to-talk, push-to-mute, or push on/off. An LED indicates when the microphone
is on. Contact: ASTATIC, Conneaut, OH; (800) 421-3161; www.astatic.com.
Microphone Conferencing System
Beyerdynamics's digitally controlled MCS microphone conferencing system
has been developed to meet the needs of systems integrators seeking a very flexible,
freestanding or computer-controlled system. Using the MCS 100 controller, up
to 64 microphone base stations can be configured. Multi-function buttons and
LCD display enhance ease of use. Contact: Beyerdynamic, Farmingdale, NY; (516)
293-3200; www.beyerdynamic.com.
PolarChoice Microphones
EVI Audio's PolarChoice gooseneck, quick-mount microphones (available
in 12- and 18-inch models) are designed to overcome the limitations of a single
polar pattern normally encountered with single transducer microphones. Users
can select the optimal polar pattern for installation. A windscreen is included
with the product. Contact: EVI Audio, Buchanan, MI; (616) 695-6831.
Sabine Wireless Microphones
Sabine offers a wireless microphone system featuring true mobility and targeted
input processing. A built-in dual-battery charger saves money and the FBX Feedback
Exterminator automatically eliminates feedback in setup and during the presentation,
giving users a greatly increased area of feedback-free movement. Contact: Sabine
Adaptive Audio, Alachua, FL; (904) 418-2000; www.sabineusa.com.
Sound Advance CT73 Loudspeaker
The CT73 loudspeakers from Sound Advance are completely invisible once installed.
The 2-way, full-range speakers are designed to effectively replace standard
2' x 2' ceiling tiles in T-bar suspended ceilings. The speakers, ideal
for teleconferencing, speech reinforcement, and background music operate between
40 Hz and 19kHz to deliver sound with a wide hemispherical coverage pattern.
They can be placed further apart than traditional cone-type loudspeakers, reducing
the number of transducers required to cover the environment. Contact: Sound
Advance Systems, Santa Ana, CA; (800) 592-4644; www.soundadvance.com
